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| US11485876B2 |
Optical film having organic and inorganic particles of different sizes, and polarizing plate comprising same
The present invention relates to a resin composition for forming an optical film, an optical film, and a polarizing plate, in which the resin composition for forming an optical film improves adhesion between an antiglare layer and a light-transmitting substrate film and enables the antiglare layer and the optical film to exhibit excellent optical properties such as appropriate haze, low gloss value, and excellent antiglare properties. The composition for forming an optical film is a resin composition for forming an optical film for forming an infiltration layer and an antiglare layer having surface irregularities on a light-transmitting substrate film, and comprises: a binder-forming compound including a polyfunctional (meth)acrylate-based compound having three or more functionalities, and a permeable compound having a hydrophilic functional group and a photo-curable functional group; two or more light-transmitting fine particles having a sub-micron (sub-μm) scale; and a permeable solvent capable of dissolving at least a part of the light-transmitting substrate film, wherein the binder-forming compound and the permeable solvent have a weight ratio of 1:0.04 or more. |
| US11485875B2 |
Visibility improving film for display panel and display device comprising same
The present disclosure relates to a visibility improving film for a display panel and a display device including the same. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a visibility improving film for a display panel capable of exhibiting excellent physical and optical properties particularly while improving the visibility of a laser pointer, by using polyethylene terephthalate as a substrate and including fine metal particles dispersed in the photocurable resin layer, and to a display device including the same. |
| US11485868B2 |
Composite aqueous inkjet fluids
Aqueous inkjet compositions comprising a composite resin vehicle wherein at least one component of the composite resin vehicle is a polyurethane dispersion (PUD) preferably with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of less than 80° C., and the other component is an acrylic resin dispersion preferably with a Tg of greater than 40° C. or a metal oxide nanoparticle dispersion such as colloidal silica with a particle size of less than 100 nm. |
| US11485865B2 |
Thermosetting compositions and forming three-dimensional objects therefrom
Thermoset compositions and methods for forming three-dimensional articles via an additive fabrication process, and articles made therefrom are disclosed herein. In an embodiment, a composition comprises a first network-forming component comprising a TPA-based polyester comprising a backbone and having at least 2 polymerizable groups, one or more first network monomers, and a first network initiator. The backbone of the TPA-based polyester comprises the reaction product of a terephthalic acid and a polyol. The composition may further comprise a second network-forming component. |
| US11485862B2 |
Metallophthalocyanine-ZnO hollow nanospheres composite
A composite nanomaterial of ZnO impregnated by, e.g., a green copper phthalocyanine compound (CuPc) can be an efficient solar light photocatalyst for water remediation. The composite may include hollow shell microspheres and hollow nanospheres of CuPc-ZnO. CuPc may function as a templating and/or structure modifying agent, e.g., for forming hollow microspheres and/or nanospheres of ZnO particles. The composite can photocatalyze the degradation of organic pollutants such as crystal violet (CV) and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid as well as microbes in water under solar light irradiation. The ZnO—CuPc composite can be stable and recyclable under solar irradiation. |
| US11485854B2 |
Thermoplastic resin composition and molded article thereof
A thermoplastic resin composition includes: a polycarbonate resin (I); a specific graft copolymer (II); a vinyl copolymer (III); an inorganic filler (IV); and a phosphate ester compound (V). The vinyl-based copolymer (III) has a weight average molecular weight of 110,000 or less. A ratio of a melt flow rate of the vinyl-based copolymer (III) to a melt flow rate of the polycarbonate resin (I) is 7 or more and 12 or less. A blending amount of the phosphoric acid ester-based compound (V) is 1 to 10 parts by weight with respect to 100 parts by weight of a total amount of (I) to (IV). |
| US11485847B2 |
Methacrylic resin composition, molded article, and film
The present invention provides a methacrylic resin composition comprising 75 to 99.8 mass % of a methacrylic resin [A], 0.1 to 15 mass % of a UV absorber [B], and 0.1 to 10 mass % of a polymer [C] having an SP value of 6.0 to 9.7 (cal/cm3)1/2 calculated by the Fedors method. |
| US11485846B2 |
Process for enhancing the melt strength of propylene-based polymer compositions
Disclosed is a process for preparation of a propylene-based polymer composition involving the steps of: (a) mixing a propylene-based polymer and a peroxydicarbonate in a mixing device, wherein the mixing takes place at a temperature of ≤30° C., wherein the peroxydicarbonate is introduced into the mixing process in a dry form; (b) keeping the mixed composition at a temperature of ≤30° C.; (c) feeding the mixed composition into a melt extruder; (d) homogenizing the mixed composition at a temperature where the propylene-based polymer is in solid state during an average residence time of ≥6.0 and ≤30.0 seconds; (e) further homogenizing the mixed composition at a temperature at which the propylene-based polymer is in the molten state; and (f) extruding the homogenized material from a die outlet of the melt extruder followed by cooling and solidification; wherein the steps (a) through (f) are conducted in that order. |
| US11485841B2 |
Polyolefin resin composition, molded article, and outer panel for a vehicle
A polyolefin resin composition, containing: a polyolefin resin; and cellulose microfibrils, in which a content of the cellulose microfibrils is 0.5 to 20 parts by mass, with respect to 100 parts by mass of an entire resin component in the polyolefin resin composition, a molded article and a back door for a vehicle. |
| US11485840B2 |
Polymer blends for use in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same
The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises (a) a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having an acid content of 2 to 21 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer, wherein the amount of copolymer (a) comprises 20-80 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and (b) a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of methyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate having an acrylate content of 5 to 30 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer, wherein the amount of copolymer (b) comprises 10 to 50 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, wherein the amount of copolymer (a) and copolymer (b) is at least 70 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend. |
| US11485838B2 |
Polyethylene composition having environmental stress cracking resistance
A polyethylene composition for producing blow-molded hollow articles, having the following features: 1) density from 0.940 to 0.955 g/cm3, determined according to ISO 1183 at 23° C.; 2) ratio MIF/MIP from 12 to 40; 3) Mz from 500,000 to 3,500,000 g/mol; 4) η0.02 from 80,000 to 300,000 Pa·s; 5) HMWcopo index from 1 to 15; and 6) Mz/Mw*LCBI lower than 6.4. |
| US11485837B2 |
Polyolefin resin composite material and method of producing the same
A polyolefin resin composite material, containing: a polyolefin resin; and 10 to 150 parts by mass of cellulose fibers with respect to 100 parts by mass of the polyolefin resin, wherein an area of aggregates of the cellulose fibers is less than 20,000 μm2; and a method of producing the same. |
| US11485831B2 |
Primerless paint composition, methods of manufacture thereof and articles comprising the same
Disclosed herein is a primerless paint composition comprising a carboxylated chlorinated polyolefin elastomer; one or more of a polyacrylic binder, a polyvinylchloride binder and a vinyl aromatic block copolymer binder; a pigment; and a liquid carrier. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising blending a primerless paint composition comprising a carboxylated chlorinated polyolefin elastomer; one or more of a polyacrylic binder, polyvinylchloride binder and a vinyl aromatic block copolymer binder; a pigment; and a liquid carrier; and disposing the primerless paint composition on a polyolefin elastomer substrate that does not have a primer disposed on it prior to the disposing of the primerless paint composition. |
| US11485826B2 |
Production method for silica-coated spherical silicone elastomer particles and silica-coated spherical silicone elastomer particles
A method for producing silica-coated spherical silicone elastomer particles which includes a step in which a tetraalkoxysilane (E) is added to a liquid comprising spherical silicone elastomer particles (A), an alkaline substance (B), one or more ingredients (C) selected from among cationic surfactants and cationic water-soluble polymers, and water (D), and the tetraalkoxysilane is hydrolyzed and condensed to thereby coat the surfaces of the spherical silicone elastomer particles with silica. |
| US11485825B2 |
Polymeric BODIPY dyes and methods for using the same
Polymeric BODIPY dyes including light harvesting BODIPY unit-comprising multichromophores are provided. In some embodiments, the dyes are polymeric tandem dyes that include a light harvesting BODIPY unit-comprising multichromophore and an acceptor chromophore covalently linked to the multichromophore in energy-receiving proximity therewith. The polymeric tandem dyes may be covalently linked to a specific binding member. Also provided are methods of evaluating a sample for the presence of a target analyte and methods of labelling a target molecule using compositions including the polymeric tandem dyes. Kits and systems for practicing the subject methods are also provided. |
| US11485824B2 |
Thermosetting silicon-containing compound, composition for forming a silicon-containing film, and patterning process
A thermosetting silicon-containing compound contains one or more of structural units shown by the following general formulae (Sx-1), (Sx-2), and (Sx-3): where R1 represents a monovalent organic group containing both a phenyl group optionally having a substituent and a non-aromatic ring having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and R2, R3 each represent the R1 or a monovalent organic group having 1 to 30 carbon atoms. Thus, the present invention provides a thermosetting silicon-containing compound usable in a silicon-containing resist underlayer film material capable of achieving contradictory properties of having both alkaline developer resistance and improved solubility in an alkaline stripping liquid containing no hydrogen peroxide. |
| US11485819B2 |
Elastomer material modified by a hybrid hard segment material and preparation method thereof
An elastomer material includes at least two components; the first component includes isocyanate prepolymer obtained through reaction of polyol and isocyanate, and its —NCO content is 22-30%; the second component includes 50-70 parts of polyether amine, 2-10 parts of liquid amine chain extender, 5-15 parts of hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene, and 1-15 parts of hybrid hard segment material; the hybrid hard segment material includes one or more of nano titanium dioxide, nano aluminum oxide and nano silica. Through adjusting the —NCO content of the isocyanate prepolymer, increasing the hard segment content, and combining with the components in the second component, the invention ensures the elasticity of the polymer while improving its mechanical properties, and also improves the electrical insulation and wear resistance of the material. |
| US11485818B2 |
Radiation curable compositions for additive fabrication
Described herein are thermoset compositions and kits of compositions suitable for use in additive fabrication processes including high concentrations of urethane methacrylate oligomers having at least one polymerizable group, and a number average molecular weight from 750 to 4000 g/mol, an effective quantity of a monofunctional reactive diluent monomer, a defined concentration of a network building agent having a molecular weight that is lower than the urethane methacrylate oligomer, optionally a photoinitiator, and optionally, additives. Also disclosed are methods of creating three-dimensional parts via additive fabrication processes utilizing urethane methacrylate oligomer-centric compositions, wherein various exposure irradiances, cure temperatures, and oxygen content levels are prescribed, as well as the articles cured therefrom. |
| US11485815B2 |
4-methyl-1-pentene polymer particle and method for producing 4-methyl-1-pentene resin
A 4-methyl-1-pentene polymer particle (X) which satisfies the following requirements (X-a), (X-b) and (X-c): (X-a) being composed of a 4-methyl-1-pentene polymer which has a content of a constitutional unit derived from 4-methyl-1-pentene being 30.0 to 99.7% by mol, and a content of a constitutional unit derived from at least one olefin selected from ethylene and an α-olefin having 3 to 20 carbon atoms (except for 4-methyl-1-pentene) being 0.3 to 70.0% by mol; (X-b) having, when measured in a cross fractionation chromatograph apparatus (CFC) using an infrared spectrophotometer as a detector part, at least one peak A of an amount of a component eluted present in the range of 100 to 140° C., and at least one peak B of an amount of a component eluted present at lower than 100° C.; and (X-c) having a meso diad fraction (m) measured by 13C-NMR falling within the range of 95.0 to 100%. |
| US11485813B2 |
Resin composition for stereolithography
The present invention provides a resin composition for stereolithography that, with its low consistency, enables easy fabrication while ensuring good shape accuracy and desirable color masking properties in the cured product. The present invention relates to a resin composition for stereolithography comprising: an 80 to 99 mass % polymerizable monomer (a); a 0.1 to 10 mass % photopolymerization initiator (b); a 0.1 to 5.0 mass % inorganic particle (c) having an average particle diameter of 5 to 200 nm; and a 0.01 to 10 mass % metal oxide particle (d) having an average particle diameter of 0.1 to 10 μm, the inorganic particle (c) being different from the metal oxide particle (d). |
| US11485808B2 |
Metallocene compound, catalyst component for olefin polymerization and catalyst for olefin polymerization containing the same, and method for producing olefin polymer using catalyst for olefin polymerization
The metallocene compound represented by the following general formula (1): (the numerals and signs in the general formula (1) are as described in the description). |
| US11485807B2 |
Polypropylene resin composition, precision-injection-molded object, mold for molding optical member, and process for producing optical member
Disclosed is a polypropylene resin composition which contains a polypropylene-based polymer containing, as monomer units, propylene and at least one copolymerization monomer of ethylene or α-olefins with carbon atom number of 4 or more. Proportion of the monomer units derived from the copolymerization monomer in the polypropylene-based polymer is 2 to 10% by mass based on the mass of the polypropylene-based polymer. A crystallization half-time at 110° C. of the polypropylene resin composition is 20 seconds or shorter. |
| US11485806B2 |
Process for the preparation of polymerized polyethylene wax
The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of a polyethylene wax, the process comprising the steps of providing a catalyst solution, wherein the catalyst solution comprises at least one activating compound, an alkylaluminoxane and a me-tallocene complex, wherein the molar ratio of the activating compound to aluminum comprised in the alkylaluminoxane is from 0.0005 to 0.20; and polymerizing ethylene, by contacting the ethylene and the catalyst solution. |
| US11485803B2 |
Method for deodorizing hydrogenated petroleum resin, and method for producing hydrogenated petroleum resin
Provided is a new method that effectively reduces odor components that are present in a hydrogenated petroleum resin, and adjusts a softening point to an appropriate range for exhibiting an adhesive performance.A method for deodorizing a hydrogenated petroleum resin, includes stripping a hydrogenated petroleum resin at a gas flow rate of 1 to 45 VVM. |
| US11485801B2 |
Crystalline radical polymerizable composition for electrical and electronic component, molded article of electrical and electronic component using the composition, and method of the molded article of electrical and electronic component
[Problems]An object of the present invention is to provide a crystalline radical polymerizable composition which is excellent in flowability and is easy to handle.[Solution Means]The crystalline radical polymerizable composition for sealing electrical and electronic component according to the present invention is characterized by comprising at least a crystalline radical polymerizable compound, an inorganic filler, a silane coupling agent, and a radical polymerization initiator. In addition, in a preferred embodiment of the crystalline radical polymerizable composition for sealing electrical and electronic component according to the present invention, the crystalline radical polymerizable compound is characterized by comprising one or more selected from unsaturated polyester, epoxy (meth) acrylate, urethane (meth) acrylate, polyester (meth) acrylate, -polyether (meth) acrylate, radical polymerizable monomer and radical polymerizable polymer. |
| US11485799B2 |
Ultrasonic-assisted method of extracting a pectin rich in RG-I
The present disclosure discloses an ultrasonic-assisted method of extracting a pectin rich in RG-I. The method includes: (1) dispersing citrus peel powders in an alkaline solution containing sodium borohydride; (2) placing a solution obtained in step (1) in a water bath of 25 to 40° C., and performing an ultrasonic treatment on the solution obtained in step (1); (3) centrifuging the solution subjected to step (2) at a speed of 6000-8000 rpm to remove residues, retaining a supernatant, and precipitating a pectic polysaccharide with absolute ethanol; and (4) adding water to the pectic polysaccharide precipitant subjected to step (3) to obtain a redissolved solution, transferring the solution to a dialysis bag with a molecular weight cut-off of 3000 to 3500 Da, dialyzing for 48 hours, and freeze-drying in a vacuum freezer to obtain the pectin rich in RG-I. |
| US11485793B2 |
Anti-MUC16 antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and bispecific antigen-binding molecules that bind MUC16 and CD3, and uses thereof
Mucin 16 (MUC16) is highly expressed in ovarian cancer and expression on cancer cells is shown to protect tumor cells from the immune system. The present invention provides novel full-length human IgG antibodies that bind to human and MUC16 (monospecific antibodies). The present invention also provides novel bispecific antibodies (bsAbs) that bind to both MUC16 and CD3 and activate T cells via the CD3 complex in the presence of MUC16-expressing tumors. According to certain embodiments, the present invention provides bispecific antigen-binding molecules comprising a first antigen-binding domain that specifically binds human and monkey CD3, and a second antigen-binding molecule that specifically binds human and monkey MUC16. In certain embodiments, the bispecific antigen-binding molecules of the present invention are capable of inhibiting the growth of tumors expressing MUC16. The bispecific antigen-binding molecules of the invention are useful for the treatment of diseases and disorders in which an upregulated or induced MUC16-targeted immune response is desired and/or therapeutically beneficial. For example, the bispecific antibodies of the invention are useful for the treatment of various cancers, including ovarian cancer. The present invention also includes anti-MUC16 antibody drug conjugates which inhibit tumor growth in vivo. In some embodiments, the anti-MUC16 antibodies are useful in diagnostic methods for identifying the presence of MUC16 in tissue and/or plasma samples. |
| US11485785B2 |
Antibodies capable of binding HLA-A2/TyrD in an HLA restricted manner and uses thereof
Antibodies capable of binding HLA-A2/Tyrosinase (TyrD) in an HLA restricted manner are provided. Specifically, the antibodies are capable of binding HLA-A2/TyrD369-377 in an HLA restricted manner. Further provided are complementary determining region (CDR) sequences of heavy chain and light chain of antibodies, and methods of using the antibodies for the treatment of cancer. |
| US11485780B2 |
TGF-β3 specific antibodies and methods and uses thereof
Specific binding members, particularly antibodies and fragments thereof, which bind to transforming growth factor beta 3 (TGF-β3) are provided, particularly recognizing human and mouse TGF-β3, particularly antibodies and fragments that do not recognize or bind TGF-β1 or TGF-β2. Particular antibodies are provided which specifically recognize and neutralize TGF-β3. These antibodies are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions associated with activated or elevated TGF-β3, including cancer, and for modulating immune cells and immune response, including immune response to cancer or cancer antigens. The anti-TGF-β3 antibodies, variable regions or CDR domain sequences thereof, and fragments thereof may also be used in therapy in combination with chemotherapeutics, immune modulators, or anti-cancer agents and/or with other antibodies or fragments thereof. Antibodies of this type are exemplified by the novel antibodies hereof, including antibody MTGF-β3-9, MTGF-β3-12, MTGF-β3-16, MTGF-β3-17 and MTGF-β3-19, whose sequences are provided herein. |
| US11485778B2 |
Immunoglobulin variable domains
VH domain, in which: (i) the amino acid residue at position 112 is one of K or Q; and/or (ii) the amino acid residue at position 89 is T; and/or (iii) the amino acid residue at position 89 is L and the amino acid residue at position 110 is one of K or Q; and (iv) in each of cases (i) to (iii), the amino acid at position 11 is preferably V; and in which said VH domain contains a C-terminal extension (X)n, in which n is 1 to 10, preferably 1 to 5, such as 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 (and preferably 1 or 2, such as 1); and each X is an (preferably naturally occurring) amino acid residue that is independently chosen, and preferably independently chosen from the group consisting of alanine (A), glycine (G), valine (V), leucine (L) or isoleucine (I). |
| US11485776B2 |
Antibodies against infectious diseases
The invention provides anti-CaENO1 antibodies and humanized antibodies as effective diagnostic agent or therapeutic treatment against infections caused by Candida spp. (preferably Candida. albicans, Candida tropicalis), fluconazole resistance Candida spp., Streptococcus, or Staphylococcus. |
| US11485773B1 |
Protease inhibitor:protease sensitive expression system and method improving the therapeutic activity and specificity of proteins and phage and phagemids delivered by bacteria
A genetically engineered live bacterium which is adapted to selectively replicate in and colonize a selected tissue type within the mammal, and concurrently produce within the selected tissue type at least one protease-sensitive cytotoxic molecule which is degradable by proteases within the selected tissue type, and at least one protease inhibitor peptide to inhibit the proteases within the selected tissue type from proteolytically degrading the protease sensitive cytotoxic molecule. The combination results in higher concentrations of the cytotoxic molecule local to the colonization, while permitting protease degradation of the cytotoxic molecule further away from the colonization. |
| US11485772B2 |
Modified collagen, methods of manufacture thereof
The present invention provides a modified collagen comprising S-nitroso groups and a method of manufacture of such a modified collagen. Also provided is a wound dressing comprising such a modified collagen, particularly a wound dressing comprising a formulated composition comprising such a modified collagen. |
| US11485770B2 |
Anti-VEGF protein compositions and methods for producing the same
The present disclosure pertains to compositions comprising anti-VEGF proteins and methods for producing such compositions. |
| US11485767B2 |
Multivalent PD-L1 binding compounds for treating cancer
This invention provides methods and materials for treating cancer. The invention encompasses methods and materials for delivering programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) binding compounds and/or compositions containing one or more monovalent or multivalent programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) binding compounds which are administered to a mammal having cancer to treat the mammal. In some cases, a multivalent PD-L1 binding compound can include two or more programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) polypeptides (and/or fragments thereof having the ability to bind PD-L1). This invention also provides methods and materials for making multivalent PD-L1 binding compounds and methods and materials for making nucleic acid molecules that encode PD-L1 binding compounds. |
| US11485763B2 |
Cell-based assay for determining mTOR activity
Disclosed are methods of determining activity of mTOR variants upon exposure to mTOR inhibitors, such a rapamycin or rapalogs thereof, methods for determining kinase activity of a mTOR variant, and methods for determining tumor cell response to treatment with rapamycin or rapalogs thereof. A method for determining whether a compound inhibits mTOR activity in a cell is also disclosed. |
| US11485761B2 |
Isolated polynucleotides and polypeptides, and methods of using same for increasing plant yield and/or agricultural characteristics
Provided are isolated polypeptides which are at least 80% homologous to SEQ ID NOs: 182-184, 186-202, 204-216, 219-223, 225, 227-232, 235-236, 238, 240-260, 262-268, 270-275, 277-287, 289-297, 3651-3671, 3686, 3720-3721, 3724, 3727, 3735, 3754, 3774, 3795-4304, 4316, 4374, 4425, 4464, 4481-4813, 4824, 4833, 4843-4844, 4867-4869, 4888, 4890-4891, 5005-5050, 5053-5070, 5093, 5217, 5231, 5233, 5239, 5246, 5255, 5257-5296, 5412, 5415-5429, 5447-5456, 5465-5673, 5675-5686, 5688-5695, 5697-5698, 5700, 5702-5707, 5709-5715, 5717-5785, 5831, 5869, 5980, 6010-6043, 6045-6053, 6055-6093, 6132, 6383, 6405, 6493, 6523, 6533-6537, and 6563-6589, isolated polynucleotides encoding same, nucleic acid constructs comprising same, transgenic cells expressing same, transgenic plants expressing same and method of using same for increasing yield, abiotic stress tolerance, growth rate, biomass, vigor, oil content, photosynthetic capacity, seed yield, fiber yield, fiber quality, fiber length, and/or nitrogen use efficiency of a plant. |
| US11485759B2 |
Polypeptides for use in self-assembling protein nanostructures
Synthetic nanostructures, polypeptides that are useful, for example, in making synthetic nanostructures, and methods for using such synthetic nanostructures are disclosed herein. |
| US11485756B2 |
Cyclic RGD peptide and method for preparing the same
A method for preparing a cyclopeptide and a cyclopeptide preparing by the method are disclosed. The method includes the following steps: (A) providing compounds represented by the following formulas (I-1) and (I-2): wherein, G, Ra, Rb, Rc, Rd, and Re are defined in the specification; (B) performing a reaction between the compounds of formulas (I-1) and (I-2) to obtain a compound represented by the following formula (I-3): and (C) performing a cyclization reaction of the compound of formula (I-3) with a catalyst of formula (II) and deprotection to obtain a compound represented by the following formula (III): wherein, G′, Q, M, L1, L2, m, y, and z are defined in the specification. |
| US11485754B2 |
Cyclic-di-AMP sodium salt crystal
A lyophilized product of cyclic-di-AMP requires special production equipment and is thus not suitable for large-scale production. Crystals of cyclic-di-AMP free acid are unstable under severe conditions at 105° C. Then, the present invention addresses the problem of providing a cyclic-di-AMP crystal that can be easily acquired in a large amount and is very stable under the severe conditions at 105° C. Crystals of c-di-AMP sodium salt according to the present invention are extremely stable even under the severe conditions at 105° C. Further, the crystals of c-di-AMP sodium salt according to the present invention can be prepared in a large amount by a simple process including adjusting a c-di-AMP aqueous solution at pH 5.2-12.0 and then adding an organic solvent thereto. |
| US11485749B2 |
Group 4 metal element-containing compounds, method of preparing the same, precursor compositions including the same for forming a film, and method of forming a film using the same
The present disclosure provides a novel Group 4 metal element-containing compound, a method of preparing the Group 4 metal element-containing compound, a precursor composition including the Group 4 metal element-containing compound for film deposition, and a method of forming a Group 4 metal element-containing film using the Group 4 metal element-containing compound. The novel Group 4 metal element-containing compound according to embodiments of the present disclosure makes it possible to form a Group 4 metal element-containing film by atomic layer deposition at a higher temperature than conventionally known Group 4 metal element-containing compounds. |
| US11485745B2 |
Amido spirocyclic amide and sulfonamide derivatives
Provided are amido spirocyclic amide and sulfonamide compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of treatment using such compounds. |
| US11485741B2 |
Macrocyclic toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) agonists
Compounds having a structure according to formula are modulators of TLR7 activity and can be used to treat conditions amenable to treatment by the modulation of TLR7 activity. |
| US11485732B2 |
Compounds and uses thereof
The present disclosure features compounds useful for the treatment of BAF complex-related disorders. |
| US11485731B2 |
Compounds and methods useful in the treatment of a PRMT5-mediated disorder
The present disclosure relates to compounds suitable for the inhibition of protein arginine methyl-transferase (PRMT), in particular PRMT5. These compounds may be for use as therapeutic agents, in particular, agents for use in the treatment and/or prevention of proliferative diseases, such as cancer. |
| US11485730B2 |
Compositions and methods for the treatment of fungal infections
The invention relates to the compounds or its pharmaceutical acceptable polymorphs, solvates, enantiomers, stereoisomers and hydrates thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions comprising an effective amount of compounds of formula I, formula II, formula III, formula IV, formula V, formula VI, formula VII, formula VIII, formula IX or Formula X and, the methods for the treatment of fungal infections may be formulated for oral, buccal, rectal, topical, transdermal, transmucosal, lozenge, spray, intravenous, oral solution, buccal mucosal layer tablet, parenteral administration, syrup, or injection. Such compositions may be used to treatment of fungal infections. |
| US11485729B2 |
Substituted pyridazinone compound
The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition of a substituted pyridazinone compound and use thereof. The substituted pyridazinone compound is a compound as represented by formula (I), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a prodrug, a hydrate or solvent compound, a crystalline form, and a stereoisomer or isotopic variant thereof. The compound is a THR-beta agonist which can be used for treating and/or preventing diseases regulated by thyroid hormone analogues. |
| US11485725B2 |
Derivatives of piperlongumine and uses thereof
The present invention relates to a group of 1-[(E)-3-(3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoyl]-2,3-dihydropyridin-6-one (piperlongumine) derivatives, analogs and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The present invention also relates to processes for preparing the same; a pharmaceutical composition and formulation containing a derivative of piperlongumine; and use of the derivatives and analogs for treating cancer. |
| US11485721B2 |
Method for the metal-free preparation of a biaryl by a photosplicing reaction and their uses
The present invention relates to a method for the metal-free preparation of a biaryl compound by a photosplicing reaction and its use in the preparation of chemical compounds, preferably of active ingredients e.g. in the fields of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. In particular, it refers to a method for the regiocontrolled preparation of a biaryl compound of formula (I): Ar—Ar′ by photochemically reacting a precursor compound of formula (II): Ar—L—Ar′ to form a biaryl compound of general formula: Ar—L—Ar′(II)→Ar—Ar′ (I) wherein Ar and Ar′, independently of each other, represent an unsubstituted or substituted C6-C20 aryl group or a heteroaryl group with 5-20 ring atoms selected from carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and sulfur, and L represents a group —X—Y—Z— as defined herein. The biaryl compounds are generally suitable as intermediates or key building blocks in a very broad spectrum of organic chemical syntheses and their respective utilities. Their use within the field of synthesis of active ingredients is an aspect of the invention, and their use in the preparation of pharmaceutically active ingredients is particularly preferred. |
| US11485715B2 |
Method for producing N-(hydrocarbon)isocyanuric acid
A novel production method enables selective production of an isocyanuric acid N-substituted product of interest in one pot, requiring neither multiple steps nor cumbersome treatment, the method producing an N-(hydrocarbon)isocyanuric acid which includes a step N for reacting, in a solvent, a dihalogenated isocyanuric acid derivative with at least one hydrocarbonization agent selected from the group consisting of a halogenated hydrocarbon compound, a pseudo-halogenated hydrocarbon compound, and a dialkyl sulfate compound. |
| US11485714B2 |
Hydroxyethylamine-based piperazine compounds, and methods of producing and using the same for treating disease
Disclosed herein are compounds of Formula (I): and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, related pharmaceutical compositions, and methods for using the same to treat parasitic diseases. |
| US11485713B2 |
Androgen receptor modulators and methods for their use
Compounds having a structure of formula (I), (I-A), (Ia)-(Ie), (A)-(E), and (II) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, tautomer or stereoisomer thereof are provided. Uses of such compounds for modulating androgen receptor activity, imaging diagnostics in cancer and therapeutics, and methods for treatment of disorders including prostate cancer are also provided. |
| US11485710B2 |
Heterocyclic amides as kinase inhibitors
Disclosed are compounds having the formula: wherein R1, R2, and R3 are as defined herein, and methods of making and using the same. |
| US11485706B2 |
Organic electroluminescent materials and devices
A novel composition formed of a first compound is disclosed where the first compound is selected from |
| US11485703B2 |
Process for manufacturing a complexing agent
The present invention is directed towards a process for manufacturing a complexing agent, said process comprising the steps of (a) Providing a nitrile according to general formula (I a) or (I b) With M being selected from alkali metal and hydrogen and combinations thereof, (b) Saponification with a total alkali amount of 2.5 to 2.9 mol of alkali metal hydroxide per mole of nitrile according to general formula (I a) or (I b), respectively, and a pH value in the range of from 9.5 to 11.5 at the end of step (b), (c) Adding an amount of alkali metal hydroxide so that the total alkali content is 2.9 to 3.15 moles per mole nitrile according to general formula (I a) or (I b), respectively, and (d) Allowing further conversion. |
| US11485701B2 |
Insect repellent compounds and compositions, and methods thereof
The present invention relates to monoterpenoid and phenylpropanoid containing derivative compounds, methods of making the compounds, compositions comprising the compounds, and methods of repelling pests using the compounds and/or compositions. |
| US11485699B2 |
(Meth)acrylic oligomers
The invention provides (meth)acrylic oligomers prepared from C1-C20 alkyl and C5-C20 cycloalkyl (meth)acrylates, wherein said oligomers have a Mn of about 300 g/mole to about 3,000 g/mole; a Mw of about 700 g/mole to about 6,000 g/mole; a Mz of about 900 g/mole to about 10,000 g/mole. The oligomers may have a Yellowness Index, according to ASTM E313 of less than 2. The oligomers of the invention are useful as tackifiers in adhesive compositions, but also are believed to be useful also in general polymer modification as plasticizers, leveling agents, viscosity reducers (i.e., rheology modifiers), and for increasing solids content in solvent-borne applications of all types with little detrimental impact on viscosity. The invention also provides adhesive compositions and laminate articles coated on at least one side with the adhesive compositions of the invention. |
| US11485695B2 |
Alkoxylated secondary alcohol
The invention relates to a compound of following formula (I): a preparation process, uses thereof and compositions containing the same, wherein R1 and R2, represent, independently of one another, a linear, branched or cyclic, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon-based group comprising from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, where the sum of the carbon atoms of the groups R1 and R2 ranges from 2 to 7, and where R1 and R2 may also form, together and with the carbon atom bearing them, a 6-, 7-, or 8-membered ring; n is an integer of between 1 and 100, limits included; A represents a sequence of one or more units chosen from ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, butylene oxide units and mixtures thereof; the group formed by R1, R2 and the carbon atom to which R1 and R2 are attached has a degree of branching equal to 0, 1 or 2. |
| US11485694B2 |
Dealklylation and transalkylation of mixed phenols to make cresols
Processes of producing cresols from a phenols containing feed are described. The processes involve a combination of dealkylation and transalkylation processes. The dealkylation process converts the heavy alkylphenols in an alkylphenols stream to phenol and olefins. The olefins produced in the dealkylation process are separated out. The methylphenols, which are not converted in the dealkylation process, and phenol react in the transalkylation process to generate cresols. |
| US11485693B2 |
Start-up process for the production of glycols
The invention provides a start-up method for a process for the preparation of glycols from a starting material comprising one or more saccharides in the presence of hydrogen and a catalyst system comprising one or more retro-aldol catalysts comprising tungsten and one or more catalytic species suitable for hydrogenation in a reactor, said method comprising introducing the one or more retro-aldol catalysts to the reactor whilst also in the presence of one or more agents suitable to suppress tungsten precipitation. |
| US11485689B2 |
Calcium nitrate and potassium nitrate fertiliser particles
The present disclosure concerns fertilizer particles comprising calcium nitrate and potassium nitrate. It is found that fertilizer particles comprising 43 to 47% w/w calcium nitrate and 46 to 54% w/w potassium nitrate can be produced by melt granulation. Due to undercooling problems, such particles were not expected to be suitable for industrial production by melt granulation. However, the present disclosure provides a composition which forms a low viscosity melt with short solidification time. This was successfully achieved by reducing the water content of a fertilizer melt comprising 43 to 47% w/w calcium nitrate and 46 to 54% w/w potassium nitrate to less than 3% w/w of the melt. |
| US11485687B2 |
Ceramic coating film-provided member and glass article manufacturing apparatus using it
To form, on a ceramic member or a metal member, a thermal spray ceramic coating film which achieves both the quality of a ceramic coating film and gas barrier property, and with which a composite oxide having a melting point lower than the ambient temperature will not form when used as a coating film on a ceramic member or a metal member constituting a glass article manufacturing apparatus.A ceramic coating film-provided member comprising a ceramic member or a metal member and a thermal spray ceramic coating film formed on at least a part of the surface of the ceramic member or the metal member, wherein the thermal spray ceramic coating film contains Al2O3 and 12CaO.7Al2O3, and the weight ratio of CaO to Al2O3 (CaO/Al2O3) is more than 0.11 to 0.50. |
| US11485686B2 |
Ceramic, probe guiding member, probe card, and socket for package inspection
A ceramic contains, in mass percent: Si3N4: 20.0 to 60.0%, ZrO2: 25.0 to 70.0%, and one or more oxides selected from MgO, Y2O3, CeO2, CaO, HfO2, TiO2, Al2O3, SiO2, MoO3, CrO, CoO, ZnO, Ga2O3, Ta2O5, NiO, and V2O5: 5.0 to 15.0%. The ceramic has a coefficient of thermal expansion as high as that of silicon and an excellent mechanical strength, allows fine machining with high precision, and prevents particles from being produced. |
| US11485682B2 |
Collapsible engagement mechanism
Devices and systems for collapsible engagement mechanisms are described herein. In some examples, one or more embodiments include a front panel, a first side panel connected to the front panel, a second side panel connected to the front panel, and a collapsible portion connected to at least one of the first side panel and the second side panel, where the collapsible portion is collapsible about a hinge. |
| US11485679B2 |
Coating with solar control properties for a glass substrate
The invention relates to a glass substrate including a stack of coating layers having control properties, in which stack comprises at least one niobium metal layer located between a layer of a dielectric material selected from Si3N4 or TiOx and a layer of a protective metal material selected from TIN or Ni—Cr, conferring solar control and heat resistance properties on the glass substrate. |
| US11485675B2 |
Contrast enhancing glass for sunglass lenses
A glass composition, including contrast enhancing glass and contrast enhancing sunglass, having approximately 45-65 wt.-%, SiO2, 0-12 wt.-% B2O3, 0-15 wt.-%, Na2O, 0-10 wt.-% K2O, and 10 0-7 wt.-% ZnO, 1-12 wt.-% Nd2O3, 1-10 wt.-% Er2O3, 0.5-8 wt.-% Ho2O3, and 0.00-0.05 wt.-% NiO, and methods of making the same. |
| US11485674B2 |
Glasses having high fracture toughness
A glass composition includes: 50 mol % to 69 mol % SiO2; 12.5 mol % to 25 mol % Al2O3; 0 mol % to 8 mol % B2O3; greater than 0 mol % to 4 mol % CaO; greater than 0 mol % to 17.5 mol % MgO; 0.5 mol % to 8 mol % Na2O; 0 mol % to 2.5 mol % La2O3; and greater than 8 mol % to 18 mol % Li2O, wherein (Li2O+Na2O+MgO)/Al2O3 is from 0.9 to less than 1.3; and Al2O3+MgO+Li2O+ZrO2+La2O3+Y2O3 is from greater than 23 mol % to less than 50 mol %. The glass composition may be characterized by at least one of the following: a K1C value measured by a chevron short bar method of at least 0.75; and a K1C value measured by a double torsion method of at least 0.8. The glass composition is chemically strengthenable. The glass composition may be used in a glass article or a consumer electronic product. |
| US11485673B2 |
Glasses with improved tempering capabilities
The disclosure relates to glass compositions having improved thermal tempering capabilities. The disclosed glass compositions have high coefficients of thermal expansion and Young's moduli, and are capable of achieving high surface compressions. A method of making such glasses is also provided. |
| US11485672B2 |
Glass bottle cutter based on electric heating
A glass bottle cutter based on electric heating comprises a base. A rotary bracket and a heating and cutting seat are disposed at two ends of an upper surface of the base respectively. A motor is disposed in the rotary bracket, and a rotating shaft of the motor is disposed outside the rotary bracket and is provided with a support plate. An adhesive pad allowing the bottom of a glass bottle to cling thereto is disposed on a surface of the support plate. A heating tube is disposed on an upper surface of the heating and cutting seat. The base is provided with a power access port and an internal circuit mainboard. The motor, the heating tube and the power access port are all electrically connected to the circuit mainboard. |
| US11485671B2 |
Method for homogenizing glass
A method for homogenizing glass includes the method: providing a cylindrical blank composed of the glass having a cylindrical outer surface that extends along a longitudinal axis of the blank between a first end face and a second end face, forming a shear zone in the blank by softening a longitudinal section of the blank and subjecting it to a thermal-mechanical intermixing treatment, and displacing the shear zone along the longitudinal axis of the blank. To enable a radial mixing within the shear zone in addition to the tangential mixing with the lowest possible time and energy input, starting from this method, cylindrical sections of the blank are adjacent to the shear zone on both sides, the first cylindrical section having a first central axis and the second cylindrical section having a second central axis, the first central axis and the second central axis being temporarily non-coaxial with each other. |
| US11485670B2 |
Hermetic conductive feedthroughs for a semiconductor wafer
A glass wafer has an internal surface and an opposing external surface separated by a wafer thickness. A hermetic, electrically conductive feedthrough extends through the wafer from the internal surface to the opposing external surface. The feedthrough includes a feedthrough member having an inner face exposed along the internal surface for electrically coupling to an electrical circuit. The feedthrough member extends from the inner face partially through the wafer thickness to an exteriorly-facing outer face hermetically embedded within the wafer. |
| US11485667B2 |
Dual-elevation edge roll system for fused downdraw glass forming
Various improvements for dual-elevation edge roll system used in fused downdraw glass forming process are disclosed. |
| US11485663B2 |
Methods for manufacturing glass articles
Methods of producing a glass article include melting a first glass composition and feeding a second glass composition into the melter. Both glass compositions include the same combination of components but at least one component has a concentration that is different in each. At least three glass articles may be drawn from the melter, including: a first glass article formed from the first glass composition; at least one intermediate glass article composed of neither the first nor the second glass composition; and a final glass article not composed of the first glass composition. The concentration of the at least one component in the intermediate glass article may be between the concentration in the first and second glass compositions. The first glass article and final glass article may have differing values for certain properties, and the intermediate glass article may have an intermediate set of values for the same properties. |
| US11485661B2 |
Device for advanced degradation of organic wastewater and application thereof
A three-dimensional electrode-ozone oxidation-electrocatalytic membrane coupled wastewater treatment device, including a circulating fluidized bed reactor. The circulating fluidized bed reactor includes a funnel-shaped internal, a truncated cone, a fiber ball filter, a gas-liquid distribution plate, an inner cylinder, an intermediate cylinder and an outer cylinder. The inner cylinder, the intermediate cylinder and the outer cylinder are coaxial. The inner cylinder is an electrocatalytic membrane assembly; the intermediate cylinder is a gas diffusion electrode; and the outer cylinder is a stainless-steel mesh. A particle electrode is filled between the intermediate cylinder and the outer cylinder, and between the intermediate cylinder and the inner cylinder. The intermediate cylinder is connected to a negative electrode. The inner cylinder and the outer cylinder are connected to a positive electrode. A wastewater treatment method using the device is also provided herein. |
| US11485656B2 |
Method for treating heavy metal wastewater
Disclosed is a method for treating wastewater containing heavy metal. First, the wastewater containing heavy metal is subjected to a homogenization treatment, such that the water quality of the wastewater containing heavy metal from different processes is homogenized. The homogenized wastewater containing heavy metal is subjected to an anaerobic-aerobic circulating treatment in a membrane bioreactor (2), in which heavy metal ions are reduced by the action of microorganisms in the anaerobic treatment process. The membrane bioreactor (2) is filled with a hollow fiber membrane (3) containing a quinone group, which serves as an electron mediator that can accelerate the enzymatic reduction of heavy metal ions during the anaerobic treatment. During the aerobic treatment, the COD and SS in the wastewater are further removed. |
| US11485654B2 |
Method for preparing a catalyst and using the catalyst for wastewater treatment
A catalyst for wastewater treatment is disclosed. The catalyst includes a porous carrier, iron oxide impregnated into the pores of the porous carrier, and platinum impregnated into the pores and mixed with the iron oxide in the pores. Also disclosed are a method for preparing the catalyst and a method for wastewater treatment using the catalyst. |
| US11485652B2 |
Integrated energy generation and desalination system and method
The present invention includes a method including providing an anode and a cathode; providing a desalination device operably coupled to establish an electrical potential between the anode and the cathode when the desalination device is operating; providing water containing dissolved solids; thereby establishing the electrical potential; reducing a salinity of the water by supplying the water to the desalination device; and generating electrical power by reducing the salinity of the water. |
| US11485651B1 |
Movably-connected and continuously-connected apparatus for uninterrupted high-salinity wastewater purification
A movably-connected and continuously-connected apparatus for uninterrupted high-salinity wastewater purification includes a high-salinity wastewater adsorption treatment system and a movably-connected drainage system embedded in the treatment system. The high-salinity wastewater adsorption treatment system includes four purification zone partition plates, a hollow cylindrical purification zone, a cylindrical water distribution sump located in an axial center of the purification zone, a rotating shaft, a motor, a fixed support and a water tank; the four purification zone partition plates include a first partition plate forming an angle of 135° with a horizontal direction from left to right, a second partition plate forming an angle of 45° with the horizontal direction from left to right, a third partition plate forming an angle of 135° with a vertical direction from bottom to top and a fourth partition plate forming an angle of 135° with the vertical direction from bottom to top. |
| US11485643B1 |
Isomorphous substitution of metals on synthesized zeolite framework
The present disclosure relates to a novel method for introducing various metals in the structure of zeolite frameworks by isomorphous substitution. This new method is based on a hydrothermal reaction of the metal with the zeolite. This method allows obtaining zeolite with a structure and with control of the metal location. |
| US11485641B2 |
Production apparatus for carbon nanohorn aggregate
In order to provide an apparatus for industrially producing a fibrous carbon nanohorn aggregate (CNB), the apparatus comprises: a target holding unit holding a carbon target in sheet form containing a metal catalyst such as Fe; a light source irradiating a laser beam on a surface of the carbon target; a movement unit moving one of the target held by the target holding unit and the light source relative to the other to move the irradiation position of the laser beam on the surface of the target; a production chamber configured to irradiate the carbon target with the laser beam in an atmosphere of non-oxidizing gas to produce a product including the fibrous carbon nanohorn aggregate; a collection mechanism collecting carbon vapor evaporated from the target by irradiation of the laser beam to collect nanocarbon including the fibrous carbon nanohorn aggregate; and a control unit controlling an operation of the movement unit or the light source so that the power density of the laser beam irradiated to the surface of the carbon target is substantially constant, and the irradiation position of the laser beam is moved to a region adjacent to a region previously irradiated by the laser beam, an interval being formed therebetween that is equal to or larger than the width of an altered region formed on the periphery of the region irradiated by the laser beam. |
| US11485638B2 |
Multi-chamber hypochlorous acid dispenser
The invention provides a skin disinfectant for treating skin with eczema, preventing bacterial proliferation, and removing biofilm. Compositions of the invention include hypochlorous acid, acetic acid, water, and one or more additives or excipients. The formulation process removes metal ions, reduces ionic strength, controls pH, and reduces exposure to air, thus improving stability and lengthening shelf-life. |
| US11485637B2 |
Process for purifying a synthesis gas
The present invention provides for a pressure swing adsorption (PSA) process for the substantial removal of H2O and CO2 from a synthesis gas to obtain a multicomponent product gas substantially free of H2O and CO2 with high recovery of the product gas. Further, the present invention provides an integrated process that achieves sufficiently high H2 and CO recoveries such that compression and recycling of the syngas purification PSA tailgas is not necessary to be economically advantageous compared to the conventional processes. |
| US11485633B2 |
Phase-changing borane containing fuel
Phase-changing fuel compositions which can generate hydrogen are provided herein. The compositions can comprise a hydrogen carrier at least partially dissolved in a polar organic solvent. The hydrogen carrier includes ammonia borane and an alkylamine borane such as methylamine borane or methylenediamine bisborane. The hydrogen carrier act as the primary fuel source in the compositions and can be present in an amount of at least 60% by weight, based on the weight of the hydrogen generation composition. The hydrogen generation compositions are a liquid at temperatures of 5° C. or greater or 25° C. or greater. Methods for the production of hydrogen from the hydrogen generation compositions are further disclosed. |
| US11485629B2 |
Actuator device with first and second movabale parts and connection portions having a depression portion and a protrusion portion
An actuator device includes a support part, a first movable part, and a second movable part. The second movable part includes a pair of first connection portions positioned on both sides of the first movable part on a first axis and connected to a pair of first connecting parts, and a pair of second connection portions positioned on both sides of the first movable part on a second axis and connected to a pair of second connecting parts. Each of the second connection portions includes a portion having a width larger than a width of a portion of the second movable part other than the first and second connection portions. An inner edge of each of the second connection portions, includes a depression recessed in a second axis direction, and an outer edge of each of the pair of second connection portions, includes a protrusion protruding in the second axis direction. |
| US11485627B2 |
Conversion frame for fuel dispenser
A conversion frame assembly configured to secure a fuel dispenser to a concrete pad and direct leaked fuel from the fuel dispenser into a sump at least partially embedded in the concrete pad. The conversion frame assembly includes a frame having a fluid passageway and a splash lip extending upward from the base plate and around the fluid passageway. The conversion frame assembly also includes a drainage tray configured to be coupled to the splash lip of the frame. When the drainage tray is coupled to the splash lip of the frame, an upper surface of the drainage tray defines a weir sloping inward and downward toward the fluid passageway in the base plate. |
| US11485621B2 |
System and method for sensing occupancy of an aerial lift device
Sensors on an aerial lift device determine the number of occupants in and occupant portion of the aerial lift device. Prior to permitting the occupant portion to rise up off the ground, the system checks the engagement of safety harnesses to verify that the number of engaged safety harnesses matches the number of occupants in the occupant portion of the aerial lift. If the number matches, operation of the aerial lift may be enabled and the occupant portion deployed. If the number does not match, an alarm is sounded and deployment of the occupant portion may be disabled. With pre-deployment safety testing, and no occupants in the occupant portion, the occupant portion may be deployed to verify all operational status of the occupant portion with no occupants. The system may further create a data log to verify the time and successful pre-deployment safety check. |
| US11485620B2 |
Operating method for an operator-controlled industrial truck, and industrial truck
An operating method for an industrial truck. The industrial truck includes a hydraulic pump which provides a hydraulic output, an output setpoint value generator which controls the hydraulic output to influence a traveling speed, two drive wheels which respectively comprise a hydraulic drive unit driven via the hydraulic pump, and a hydraulic device. The hydraulic device is switchable between a first switching state, where the hydraulic drive units are supplied with hydraulic outputs which are different, and a second switching state, where the hydraulic drive units are supplied with hydraulic outputs that have a particular ratio with respect to each other. The operating method includes detecting at least one operating parameter of the output setpoint value generator, comparing the at least one operating parameter with a predefined threshold value, and moving the hydraulic device from the first switching state to the second switching state based on the comparison. |
| US11485618B2 |
Motor-driven fairlead to aid in spooling or unspooling a line from a winch
A fairlead for use with a winch is disclosed. The fairlead includes: a device for detecting a speed at which a line is being spooled or unspooled from the winch, a first and second roller adapted to aid in spooling or unspooling a line, a fairlead motor for driving at least the first roller, and a controller connected to the fairlead motor. The controller is in communication with the device for detecting the speed. The controller is configured to direct the fairlead motor to drive at least the first roller at a speed that maintains tension on the line as it is unspooling or spooling. Alternatively, the device measures current drawn by the fairlead motor and the controller directs the fairlead motor to drive the rollers at a speed that maintains a target current draw. |
| US11485617B2 |
Winch assembly
A winch assembly includes a lower body having a base, first and second sides, first and second upper body sides, a spacer positioned between the first and the upper body second sides, a first shaft extending through the upper body sides, the first shaft supporting first and second gears, a winding bar supported and rotated by the first shaft and attached to a first end of a strap, a second shaft extending through the first and second upper body sides and supporting first and second ratchet gears, the first ratchet gear meshing with the first gear and the second ratchet gear meshing with the second gear, a pawl for engaging one of the first and second ratchet gears, and a handle attached to the second shaft for rotating the second shaft, wherein rotation of the second shaft imparts rotation of the first and second ratchet gears and the first and second gears. |
| US11485616B2 |
Tower hoist, platform and davit system
Hoists, platforms and davits are described as well as methods of securing same to telecommunication and other towers. The hoists, platforms and davits may be secured to the towers on a temporary basis using clamps. The clamps may include brackets and cables. The cables may be attached to the brackets, may wrap around the outer surface/perimeter of the tower pole/leg and may use tension to keep the bracket in place. |
| US11485615B2 |
Battery-powered rubber-tired gantry crane with onboard charging system
A rubber-tired gantry crane (RTG) includes an energy storage device disposed on and configured to provide power to the RTG, a primary charging device disposed on the RTG and configured to charge the energy storage device, and a secondary charging device disposed on the RTG and configured to charge the energy storage device when the RTG is idle or not in operation. |
| US11485613B1 |
Lifting aid for attic ladder system
A lifting aid for an attic ladder includes a track system having a plurality of attachment means configured to secure about a corresponding number of attic ladder rungs. A hand winch is secured to the base of the device and is in mechanical operation with a tray which runs up and down the attic ladder to which the track system is secured. |
| US11485612B2 |
Belt with corrugated material
An elevator system includes a hoistway, an elevator car movable along the hoistway, and one or more belts operably connected to the elevator car to propel the elevator car along the hoistway. A belt of the one or more belts includes one or more tension elements extending along a belt length, and a jacket at least partially encapsulating the one or more tension elements. The jacket includes a jacket base formed from a first material and one or more insert layers embedded in the jacket base material. The one or more insert layers have a corrugated shape along the belt length, and are formed from a second material different from the first material. |
| US11485604B2 |
Disassembable reel apparatus and method
A reel apparatus includes a first plurality of spokes extending between and detachably attached to a first hub and a first ring, a second plurality of spokes extending between and detachably attached to a second hub and a second ring, and a plurality of staves extending between and detachably attached to the first and second plurality of spokes. The first and second rings each comprise at least two detachable segments collectively forming a circumference of the respective first and second rings. The at least two detachable segments each have multiple detachable ends allowing the respective first and second rings to be broken down into the at least two completely detached segments detached at their respective multiple detachable ends. The first and second hubs each comprise opposed detachable portions disposed on opposed sides of the respective first and second plurality of spokes to which they are respectively detachably attached. |
| US11485603B1 |
Stackable wire-dispensing container
An apparatus for dispensing wire or cable, the apparatus including an enclosure with a top and a bottom portion and at least three side portions of a first height, a plurality of holes located in both the top and bottom portions of the enclosure, and a core of a second height located within the enclosure, wherein the core forms an area, wherein at least one of the plurality of holes has a first hole diameter and is located in the top and bottom of the enclosure and is located within the area formed by the core, and wherein the wire or cable is placed around the core. |
| US11485601B2 |
Sheet post-processing device
A sheet post-processing device includes a folding portion, a discharge portion, a stacking tray, a shift unit, a pair of alignment members, and a controller. The pair of alignment members include first and second alignment members at one and the other side of sheets stacked on the stacking tray. When a sheet bundle sorted and stacked on the stacking tray includes a folded sheet, executes a second alignment mode in which it performs, for sheets shifted to a first position at one side on the stacking tray, alignment with only the first alignment member and, for sheets shifted to a second position at the other side, alignment with only the second alignment member, or does not perform alignment process. |
| US11485600B2 |
Rolling device
A device for dispensing adhesive tape or for dispensing medical products stored on a roll, that includes a base plate, fitted with a pin upon which a roll or adhesive tape is attached, and a tearing section with a tearing blade spaced at a distance from the pin. The base plate is associated with a fastening section for partially gripping a rod or a bar. The fastening section includes an arm connected to the base plate and that merges with a crosspiece. The crosspiece is fixed to a free arm such that the rod or the bar can be accommodated between the free arm and the connected arm. Also included is at least one fastening unit that is provided to join the connected arm to the free arm. |
| US11485599B2 |
Image forming system and stacking apparatus
An image forming system includes: an image former that forms an image; a stacker that stacks a recording medium on which an image has been formed by the image former and which has been discharged from the image former; a lifter that raises or lowers the stacker between a stacking position where the recording medium is stacked and a lower position located below the stacking position; a recording medium detector that detects the recording medium stacked on the stacker; and a hardware processor that controls driving of the lifter so as to lower the stacker from the stacking position to the lower position when it is determined that the recording medium is on the stacker on the basis of a detection result of the recording medium detector within start-up time from a time when power is switched on to a time of shifting to an image formable state. |
| US11485598B2 |
Conveyance apparatus, method, and storage medium
A conveyance apparatus includes a conveyance unit, a first storage unit, a second storage unit, a measurement unit, and a determination unit. The conveyance unit conveys paper. The first storage unit stores a width of standard paper. The width of the standard paper is a length in a direction crossing a conveyance direction of the paper conveyed by the conveyance unit. The second storage unit stores a user-registered paper width which is different from the width of the standard paper. The user-registered paper width is input by a user. The measurement unit measures a width of the paper. The determination unit determines, based on the measured width and the paper widths stored in the first storage unit and the second storage unit, a width to serve as the measured width. |
| US11485594B2 |
Substrate handling system comprising a robot cell and method for operating the same
A substrate handling system including an infeed system for feeding stacked substrates and including a processing machine for processing stacked substrates, and in particular a printing press for printing stacked substrates. A robot cell is provided between the infeed system and the processing machine. The robot cell comprises one or two gripper systems, each for handling a plurality of substrates. The robot cell is configured in such a way, that selectively differently stacked substrates, which are feedable by the infeed system, can be handled. |
| US11485593B2 |
Pickup roller rotated by driving force for moving knock-up plate
A feeding apparatus includes a knock-up plate to be rotatably installed on a main body of an image forming apparatus and install a paper, a knock-up spring to elastically apply pressure to the knock-up plate in a direction of a pickup roller, a cam to be fixed at one end of a knock-up shaft and downwardly apply pressure to the knock-up plate, and a driving force transfer member to transfer a rotating force of the knock-up shaft to the pickup roller. |
| US11485590B2 |
Method and system for loading a driverless transport vehicle
Driverless transport vehicles or DTVs, which are automatically guided vehicles, are gaining importance in the sorting of cargo. A method for loading a driverless transport vehicle with a cargo item in a transfer point, includes loading the DTV with the cargo item by using a known delivery system during the journey of the DTV. In order to prevent cargo items from falling during loading, a higher-level control sets the delivery speed of the cargo item and the speed of travel before the cargo item is transferred to the transport vehicle, such that the delivery speed component of the transport direction is equal to the speed of travel of the transport vehicle. In this way, the continued use of existing delivery systems such as are known under the term HSI (high speed induction) is possible. A system for loading a driverless transport vehicle is also provided. |
| US11485589B2 |
Service platform, container handling carrier and method
A service platform, container handling carrier and method of arranging electrical drive control elements. The platform (8) comprises one or more mounting space between a top and bottom surfaces (15, 19). The mounting spaces may receive electrical components (29). |
| US11485587B2 |
Method for the sorting of objects and sorting installation
A method to sort objects in a sorting installation. The objects are conveyed on a sorter of the sorting installation. In a first distribution pass a few of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought by the sorter into retrieval end stations of the sorting installation and others of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought by the sorter into a collection end station of the sorting installation and, with a transport facility of the sorting installation, objects are automatically transported away from the collection end station and automatically brought back to the sorter. The objects brought back from the collection end station to the sorter by the transport facility are brought by the sorter into one of the end stations in a second distribution pass. |
| US11485585B1 |
Inverted brushless conveyor belt cleaner system
A conveyor belt cleaner system comprising a platen subassembly positioned transversely of the return path of the conveyor belt; a steam chamber disposed adjacent a first portion of the conveyor belt, the steam chamber including a steam header; a vacuum chamber adjacent the steam chamber and disposed adjacent a second portion of the conveyor belt, the vacuum chamber having an outlet connectable to a source of vacuum; a first belt wiper in wiping defining an entrance to the steam chamber; a second belt wiper having a discontinuous wiping surface defining a septum between the vacuum and steam chambers; a third belt wiper defining an exit from the vacuum chamber; and apparatus including a rotatable bolt cooperative with the steam header to vary the width of steam application from the steam header onto the conveyor belt in accordance with a width of conveyor belt presented to the conveyor belt cleaner system. |
| US11485576B2 |
Materials-handling system using autonomous transfer and transport vehicles
Methods and apparatus for selecting and combining items in an outbound container through the use of autonomous vehicles, each of which includes means for automatically loading and unloading a payload, to perform both transfer and transport functions in moving containers of items within a workspace via a network of roadways. Under computer control, said autonomous vehicles transfer and transport case containers of item units between incoming receiving stations, intermediate storage locations, and outgoing order-assembly stations where entire containers or individual item units are combined in the outbound container. |
| US11485574B2 |
Transporting device position determining apparatus and method
A control unit is provided to improve positioning of transporting devices to thereby allow transporting devices to be driven at faster speeds and/or accelerations with minimal positional errors allowing for a reduction in the spacing between transporting devices. A control unit is arranged to control movement of at least one transporting device for containers stored in a facility having a plurality of pathways arranged in cells so as to form a grid-like structure above the stacks which extends in a first direction and in a second direction. The control unit includes a receiving unit arranged to receive information from a first sensor mounted on the at least one transporting device, and a calculating unit arranged to calculate a position of the at least one transporting device based on the received information. |
| US11485569B2 |
Wipe container allowing cleaning wipe to be withdrawn without contact and sealing method thereof
One aspect of the present disclosure provides a wipe container allowing a cleaning wipe to be withdrawn without contact, the wipe container including a container main body configured to provide a space in which the cleaning wipe is stored, a container cover detachably coupled to an upper portion of the container main body to seal the container main body and control opening and closing of the container main body, a sub-cover provided in a portion of the container cover and whose opening and closing is controlled by pressure caused by an external force to seal the container main body, and withdrawal tongs inserted into the container main body due to having a portion coupled to the sub-cover and configured to be caught on the cleaning wipe accommodated in the container main body, wherein the withdrawal tongs include a coupling portion manufactured in a shape that corresponds to the sub-cover and detachably coupled to the sub-cover, a hook formed to protrude from a portion of a lower portion of the coupling portion and inserted into the container main body to hold the cleaning wipe, and a withdrawal tongs handle formed to protrude in a predetermined shape from an upper portion of the coupling portion so as to be held. |
| US11485567B2 |
Coaxial container for dispensing a tubular product
A coaxial container for dispensing a tubular product has an inner tube connected to a rotating base allowing the inner tube and the rotating base to rotate relatively. A plurality of elastic latches are arranged in a full circle and disposed on a bottom portion of the inner tube connected to the rotating base, each elastic latch has a harder and thicker first potion and a softer and thinner second potion, and the first potion of the elastic latch is capable of making contact with the inner tube. |
| US11485566B2 |
Box liner
An insulated box assembly includes a box including a pair of opposing side box panels, a pair of opposing main box panels, and a bottom box panel, the box defining an internal box cavity with a box opening defined opposite from the bottom box panel; and an insulated liner positioned within the internal box cavity, the insulated liner including a pair of opposing main liner panels and a pair of opposing side liner panels, the pair of opposing main liner panels and the pair of opposing side liner panels defined by a single blank liner panel including a blank sheet and an insulation batt, the insulation batt positioned between the blank sheet and the box. |
| US11485565B2 |
Packaged food product and method of packaging
A packaged food product includes a container having at least one dough product and a cup within the container. The cup includes at least one sidewall, a plurality of tapered guide members located at spaced circumferential positions about the sidewall, a bottom wall and an upper annular rim. The rim also defines an opening, opposite the bottom wall, leading to an interior storage cavity of the cup. During initial insertion of the cup into a container, first portions of the guide members are progressively pressed against an interior sidewall surface of the container and assure a proper, level alignment of the cup, preventing the cup from tipping during insertion. With further insertion, second portions of the guide members lead to the rim, with the rim having a diameter which assures a tight friction fit, potentially in combination with a cup seal cover, to an inner diameter of the container. |
| US11485564B2 |
Inflatable bag
An inflatable bag includes a gas cylinder filled with a compressed gas and having a bottle mouth for discharging the compressed gas, a hole-piercing device pressable to pierce into the bottle mouth for letting the compressed gas be discharged out of the gas cylinder, an inner bag surrounding the gas cylinder and the hole-piercing device and having air holes for the passing of the discharged gas, and an inflatable outer bag surrounding the inner bag and inflatable by the gas that is discharged out of the gas cylinder and flows through the air holes of the inner bag. By the above configuration, the inflatable bag is placed in a box around the object to be protected and quickly inflated to form a filling buffer without generating heat, ensuring that the protected object is not easily deteriorated and facilitating recycling and cleaning. |
| US11485561B2 |
Reclosable package as well as thermoform packaging machine and method
A reclosable package, and a machine and method for making that reclosable package that includes a tray for receiving a product and a substantially horizontal edge, wherein the horizontal edge extends circumferentially on an upper side of the tray and has a clamping portion releasably connected thereto. The package includes a top film across the tray, the edge and the clamping portion, and which may be releasably connected to the edge by a first sealed seam to seal the tray in a gas-tight manner. The top film may be connected to the clamping portion by a second sealed seam. A side face of the tray may include an undercut provided with a projection, the projection being suitable for locking the clamping portion in position when the clamping portion has been detached from the edge and is located between the projection of the undercut and the side face of the tray. |
| US11485554B2 |
Methods for extracting and encapsulating phenolics from food waste, related compositions, and related articles
The disclosed articles, apparatus, methods, and compositions provide for the integration of different and environmentally-friendly processes for extraction, stabilization, and formulation of active compounds with health and/or other benefits from lignocellulosic by-products of food processes. The active compounds can include one or more of polyphenols, flavonoids, o-diphenols, anthocyanins, and phenolic acids. A high-pressure, high-temperature extraction process provides a means to recover a substantial portion of the active compounds from a biomass feedstock. The corresponding extract can be encapsulated, which provides a convenient form for stabilization and delivery of the active compounds into a final product, for example an active packaging material or corresponding actively packaged food item. |
| US11485551B2 |
Turret closure assembly
A closure assembly for a dispenser container comprises a base defining a longitudinal recess and a body configured to be moveably coupled to the base. The base comprises a first seal positioned at a first end of the recess and a second seal positioned at an opposing second end of the recess. The body comprises a first body end and an opposing second body end. A shaft extends from the first body end to the second body end. The body is configured to move between an open position where the body is fluidly connected with the recess, and a closed position where the body engages the first seal and the second seal. The first seal and the second seal are configured to exert a force toward each other in a direction along a longitudinal axis of the body to tension the body. |
| US11485547B2 |
High-integrity opaque-inset panel envelope, and method for manufacturing the same
A high-integrity opaque-inset panel envelope includes a front panel formed from a printable material, one or more apertures being defined therethrough, one or more flaps extending from the edges of the front panel, and one or more opaque inset panels/labels disposed on an inner surface of the front panel to cover the one or more apertures. Opaque inset panels can have an optical brightness about 1-6% greater than the optical brightness of the printable material. The envelope can be formed by removing portions of a printable material to form one or more flaps about a front panel and one or more apertures through the front panel and disposing one or more opaque inset panels to an inner surface of the front panel, such that the one or more opaque inset panels covers the one or more apertures. |
| US11485546B2 |
Storage container with spout
A storage container with a spout is provided that can store a coating material. The storage container can include a container body having a shape, which may be a circular shape, polygonal shape, or a rounded-polygonal shape. The container body includes a side wall having first and second ends. The storage container with a spout can include a first opening with a corresponding lid and the spout providing a second opening with a corresponding cap. The storage container can further include a handle formed with an aperture through a side of the container body. |
| US11485532B2 |
Box packing device
A box packing device includes a first arm, a first hand, and a controller. The first hand includes a hand base, a gripping mechanism at the hand base and including a gripper to grip an upper-end of a flap of a large box, and a holding mechanism at the hand base and including a holder to hold an inner box. The controller controls the operation of the first arm and the first hand so as to perform a developing operation in which the gripping part of the gripping mechanism moves in a horizontal plane so as to develop the large box while gripping the upper-end part of the flap part of the large box in a folded state, and an accommodating operation in which the holder of the holding mechanism accommodates the inner box into the developed large box while holding the inner box. |
| US11485525B2 |
Enhanced apparatus for filling bags
An enhanced apparatus (10) for filling bags containing products, in particular fruit and vegetable products, arranged in first bags (16) having dimensions smaller than second bags filled with said first bags and comprising a feeding station (12) which feeds first bags (16) to a second bag filling station (18) which fills second bags with the first bags (16), a meshed material feeding station (20) to form bands of second bags, a closing and cutting station (22) which closes and cuts second bags filled with the first bags, said filling station (18) being an intermediate station between said meshed material feeding station (20) and said closing and cutting station (22), the apparatus comprising automatic sorting and selection means, integrated in the filling station (18), which automatically sort and select the first bags (16) fed by the feeding station (12) to transportation means suitable for moving said first bags (16), after being sorted, towards collection/accumulation means comprising unloading means providing for a centered downloading of said first bags into second bags. |
| US11485519B2 |
Wing panel assembly system and method
A wing panel assembly system includes a wing build station, a stringer staging station, and an overhead gantry sub-system including stringer lifting assemblies having lifting mechanisms and end effectors. The end effector has a stringer holder engaging and holding a stringer. The end effector has an actuator operable to move the stringer holder in at least one direction relative to the lifting mechanism. Each stringer lifting assembly is configured to move the stringer from the stringer staging station to the wing build station located relative to a surface of a skin of the wing panel to place the stringer onto the skin of the wing panel in a determined location. |
| US11485517B1 |
System and method for communicating a pre-charging package stream of an electric aircraft
A system for communicating at least a pre-charging datum for an electric vehicle, the system including an electric aircraft, wherein the electric aircraft comprises, a sensor, wherein the sensor is configured to detect a connection with a charging connector, at least a battery pack, wherein the at least a battery pack including a plurality of battery cells, an aircraft recharging component, the aircraft recharging component including an aircraft side recharging component, wherein the aircraft side recharging component is configured to form a charge connection with the charging connector, a controller, wherein the controller is configured to generate a battery parameter set as a function of the connection with the charging connector, and transmit the battery parameter set to the charging connector. |
| US11485516B2 |
Precise landing method of unmanned aerial robot using multi-pattern in unmanned aerial control system and apparatus therefor
Disclosed are a precise landing method using a multi-pattern in an unmanned aerial control system and an apparatus therefor. In an aspect of the present invention, a precise landing method using a multi-pattern of an unmanned aerial robot in an unmanned aerial control system includes receiving an image value from an outside and recognizing a multi-pattern in which control information for precise landing control has been coded based on the image value, obtaining control information when an ID value included in the control information indicates a landing point, moving to the landing point based on the control information, and performing landing at the landing point, and recognizing the multi-pattern again if the landing is not completed. A landing area for the landing of the unmanned aerial robot may include the landing point and the multi-pattern. The multi-pattern may include a first multi-pattern and a second multi-pattern. The first multi-pattern may have a greater size than the second multi-pattern. |
| US11485515B2 |
Method and system for operating an aircraft
An apparatus and method for operating a communication system for a vehicle, comprising a directed communication receiver configured to output a signal related to beam tracking strength, an inertial reference module configured to receive the beam tracking strength and provide a heading observation based thereon. At least one indicator communicably coupled with the inertial reference module to provide an indication related to the heading of the vehicle. |
| US11485514B2 |
Ram air turbine systems
A ram air turbine (RAT) system can include a generator configured to be turned by a RAT and to output an alternating current (AC) power, a generator control unit (GCU) configured to control an output of the generator, a rectifying module configured to rectify the AC power into a direct current (DC) power, and a DC load configured to receive the DC power from the rectifying module. The DC load can be operatively connected to the GCU to provide feedback from the DC load to the GCU. The GCU can be configured to control the output of the generator as a function of the feedback to prevent stalling of the RAT and/or doorbelling current and/or voltage in the system caused by disconnecting the generator from the DC load. |
| US11485513B2 |
Fuel pump override control method
A system and method of controlling a fuel system on an aircraft includes selectively supplying fuel from either a main fuel tank or at least one wing fuel tank to a fuel consumer by varying a speed of at least one main fuel tank pump associated with the main fuel tank relative to a speed of at least one wing fuel tank pump associated with the at least one wing fuel tank. |
| US11485507B2 |
Thrust link with tuned absorber
An assembly for connecting an engine to an aircraft, including a first support configured to be structurally connected to the engine, a second support configured to be structurally connected to the aircraft, and a thrust link. The thrust link includes a load transferring member having opposed ends each connected to a respective one of the supports for transferring engine thrust loads from the engine to the aircraft along a longitudinal axis of the load transferring member. The opposed ends have a fixed position relative to each other. The thrust link further includes a tuned absorber coupled to the load transferring member intermediate the opposed ends. The tuned absorber is tuned to absorb engine noise of at least one predetermined frequency. A thrust link and a method for reducing a transfer of noise generated by the engine to the aircraft are also discussed. |
| US11485505B2 |
Method and system for aligning propulsion system and vehicle having such propulsion alignment
An aircraft (10) is described as including a reference axis extending along at least a portion of the aircraft, and a propulsion system having a thrust vector feature (43) defining generally a direction of thrust of the turbofan engine (18), the thrust vector feature (43) extending relative to a thrust vector axis, where the turbofan engine (18) is disposed on the aircraft with the thrust vector feature (43) oriented with respect to the reference axis of the aircraft. |
| US11485503B2 |
Hybrid aircraft propulsion power plants
An aircraft power plant has a hybrid propulsion system having an electric motor, a combustion engine, an output shaft drivingly connectable to a thrust generator, a compressor, and a transmission having a first transmission drive path and a second transmission drive path, the combustion engine and the output shaft in driving engagement with the first transmission drive path, the electric motor selectively drivingly engageable to the compressor via either the first drive path or via the second drive path. |
| US11485502B2 |
Girt boarding aid for evacuation slide
An evacuation slide for an aircraft may be deployable in a slide mode and a raft mode. The evacuation slide includes a head end and a toe end, with the head end having a mounting feature and the toe end being longitudinally opposite the head end. In response to the evacuation slide being in the slide mode, the head end of the evacuation slide is mounted to the aircraft via the mounting feature. In response to the evacuation slide being in the raft mode, the evacuation slide is detached from the aircraft and the mounting feature is a boarding aid, according to various embodiments. |
| US11485492B2 |
Methods of taking a measurement
An aerial vehicle and a method of taking a measurement using a sensor mounted on an aerial vehicle. The aerial vehicle has one or more propellers and one car more motors which are selectively operable to drive the one or more propellers to rotate to cause the vehicle to fly. A sensor is mounted on the aerial vehicle. The method includes operating the one or more motors to drive the one or more propellers to cause the vehicle to fly. At a first time instant, the one or more motors are slowed down or turned off. When the one or more motors are slowed down or turned off, a measurement is taken using the sensor; at a second time instant, which is after the measurement has been taken using sensor, operating the one or more motors again to drive the one or more propellers to cause the vehicle to fly. |
| US11485490B2 |
System and methods for providing vertical take off and landing and forward flight in a small personal aircraft
A vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft, that may be incorporated into a personal automobile, comprises a rectangular wing including an upper wing section having a right upper wing side and a left upper wing side, a lower wing section having a right lower wing side and left lower wing side, a right vertical wing section coupled to the right upper wing side and to the right lower wing side, and a left vertical wing section coupled to the left upper wing side and to the left lower wing side, the upper wing section having an upper wing cross section with a first asymmetrical airfoil shape configured to cause lift when in forward flight, the lower wing section having a lower wing cross section with a second asymmetrical airfoil shape for causing lift when in forward flight, each of the right vertical wing section and the left vertical wing section having a vertical wing cross section with a symmetrical shape to cause lateral stability when in forward flight; two elevons on at least one of the upper wing section and the lower wing section; at least one rudder on each of the right vertical wing section and the left vertical wing section; a support frame coupled to the rectangular wing; and a propulsion system coupled to the support frame. |
| US11485488B1 |
Vertical take-off and landing aircraft with rotor thrust yaw control
A vertical take-off and landing aircraft includes a fixed wing airframe having opposed first and second wings extending from first and second sides, respectively, of a fuselage having opposed leading and trailing extremities, and a tail assembly located behind the trailing extremity. Vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) thrust rotors are mounted to the airframe providing vertical lift to the aircraft, and a forward thrust rotor is mounted to the airframe for providing forward thrust to the aircraft. At least one of VTOL thrust rotors is laterally tilted with respect to the airframe for providing vertical lift and yaw control authority to the aircraft. |
| US11485485B2 |
Method for stopping an engine in overspeed, and associated system and rotorcraft
A method for stopping an engine of a rotorcraft in overspeed, the rotorcraft comprising at least one engine, the engine comprising a gas generator and a power assembly, the power assembly comprising at least one power turbine rotated by gases originating from the gas generator, the power assembly comprising at least one power shaft rotationally secured to the power turbine, the power assembly rotating about a longitudinal axis at a speed referred to as the “speed of rotation”. The method comprises steps consisting in measuring a current value of the speed of rotation, determining a time derivative of the current value of the speed of rotation, referred to as the “current derivative ( d N 2 i d t ) ” , and automatically stopping the engine when the current derivative ( d N 2 i d t ) changes sign. |
| US11485481B2 |
Deployable assembly for a propulsor
An aircraft includes a fuselage extending between a forward end and an aft end; a propulsor mounted to the fuselage at the aft end of the fuselage, the propulsor comprising an outer nacelle, the outer nacelle defining an inlet to the propulsor; and a deployable assembly attached to at least one of the fuselage or the outer nacelle and moveable between a stowed position and an engaged position. The deployable assembly alters an airflow towards the propulsor or into the propulsor through the inlet defined by the outer nacelle when in the engaged position. The propulsor further comprises a tail cone, wherein the outer nacelle defines an exhaust with the tail cone, and wherein the plurality of nacelle panels are movable generally along the axial centerline to a position at least partially aft of the exhaust of the outer nacelle when in the engaged position. |
| US11485480B2 |
System and method for adjustable ballast
A movable ballast system for an aircraft includes first and second ballast docks secured to the aircraft. The first ballast dock includes a first housing and a first ballast tray secured within the first housing. The first ballast tray includes a plurality of channels. The second ballast dock is positioned aft of a CG of the aircraft and includes a second housing and a second ballast tray secured within the second housing. The second ballast tray includes a plurality of channels. The movable ballast system includes a plurality of movable ballasts, each movable ballast of the plurality of movable ballasts being configured to fit within at least one channel of each of the plurality of channels of the first and second ballast trays. |
| US11485479B2 |
Hydraulic control systems and methods for components of an aircraft
A hydraulic system for a vehicle includes a hydraulic monitoring control unit configured to receive an operational signal from a sub-system of the vehicle and control flow of hydraulic fluid to actuators of components based on the operational signal. The hydraulic monitoring control unit is configured to bypass the flow of the hydraulic fluid in relation to a subset of the actuators in response to the operational signal indicating an altered operational state of the sub-system. |
| US11485477B2 |
Flying apparatus
A flying apparatus includes a main structure and a rotative wing surface, the rotation of the wing surface allowing stabilizing the apparatus (100). A fuselage hangs from the wing surface around a hanging point, allowing the wing surface and the fuselage be moveable independently with respect to each other and the wing surface is configured as a disc to manoeuvre the apparatus and including one or more elements acting as security and secondary command and control surfaces, orienting the apparatus in desired directions. The main structure and wing surface can overwrap at least partially the the fuselage in order to improve the aerodynamic performance.The airframe or fuselage and the wing surface are rotatable around any of three rotational axes independently. |
| US11485473B2 |
Airfoil body
An airfoil body for an aircraft extending from an inner end to an outer end, and between a leading edge and a trailing edge. The airfoil body comprises an internal structure and an airfoil skin covering the internal structure. The skin has a pressure side and a suction side, and the suction side includes a light transmitting portion. The internal structure includes an array of transduce elements attached to a planar sheet with the airfoil body. The present disclosure further relates to wings and aerial vehicles. |
| US11485467B2 |
Electrical arrangement on an aircraft fuselage with an electrical consumer on the outside of the fuselage
An electrical arrangement on an aircraft fuselage has a fuselage component, an electrical consumer and a conductive electrical connection element. The connection element extends outwardly through an opening in the fuselage component and may have a bearing section on an inside or outside of the fuselage component that is arranged so as to tap or feed a voltage pole. The electrical connection element is electrically insulated from the opening and the fuselage component and is able to be connected to a voltage supply arranged on the inside. The electrical consumer is arranged on the outside of the fuselage component and is electrically connected to that part of the connection element projecting towards the outside of the fuselage. |
| US11485466B2 |
Ship maneuvering system and ship maneuvering method
A ship maneuvering system includes a propulsion unit to steer a ship body, a trim adjuster disposed on the ship body, and a controller. The controller is configured or programmed to correct a change in the traveling state of the ship body due to operation of the trim adjuster. |
| US11485458B2 |
Variable displacement landing craft
A watercraft according to the present disclosure may include an outer hull that defines an interior or hull cavity, and a ballast system located within the hull cavity. The ballast system may include at least three ballast tanks longitudinally distributed along the hull cavity, and each of the tanks being configured to be independently operated enabling selective entrapment of ballast at three or more different longitudinal locations to enable an intentional shifting of the longitudinal center of gravity (LCG) of the watercraft relative to the design location of the LCG of the watercraft. The watercraft may include at least a forward, a center, and an aft ballast tank, and in some embodiments, additional tanks, in some cases in sponsons, may be included and/or one or more of the forward, center and aft tanks, may be further subdivided for additional active LCG control. |
| US11485447B2 |
Reciprocating rail movement suspension system
Generally, examples described herein may take the form of a bicycle including a front frame, a rear frame operably associated with the front frame and configured for coupling to a rear wheel, and a suspension system operably associated with the front frame and the rear frame. The suspension system includes a first connection structure operably coupling the front frame to the rear frame and a first sliding body pivotally coupled to the rear frame and configured to travel in a first direction along a substantially linear travel path and in a second direction opposite the first direction along the substantially linear travel path as the suspension system is compressed. |
| US11485444B2 |
Luggage scooter
A luggage scooter has a middle frame, a front wheel section, a seat section, and a rear wheel section. The front wheel section has a front wheel frame pivotally connected to the middle frame at a front wheel frame joint. The front wheel frame is mounted to a steering joint. The steering joint is mounted on the middle frame. The steering joint provides steering in both a left and right direction. The front wheel frame joint provides the front wheel frame with configurable position between a stowed position and a deployed position. A front wheel is mounted to the front wheel frame at a front wheel support. A rear wheel section has a rear wheel frame pivotally connected to the middle frame at a rear wheel frame joint. |
| US11485442B2 |
Straddle-type vehicle
The present invention relates to a straddle-type vehicle provided with: a front wheel; a rear wheel; an electrical component box that houses a battery; electrical components such as a relay connected to the battery; and electrical component attachment parts with which the electrical components are attached to the electrical component box, wherein the electrical component box is made of a resin, and at least a bank angle sensor is housed in the electrical component box. |
| US11485440B2 |
Luggage rack for securing an item of luggage on a motorcycle
A luggage rack for securing an item of luggage to a motorcycle or a scooter includes an adapter plate on which the item of luggage may be fastened. The adapter plate includes at least one positioning element configured to position the adapter plate relative to the motorcycle or motor scooter, and a displacement device having a lever and an engagement element which cooperate to secure or release the adapter plate from the motorcycle or motor scooter when the lever is moved between an open position and a closed position to cause the engagement element to slide into and out of engagement with a fixing point on the motorcycle or motor scooter. |
| US11485438B2 |
Visible safely bicycle
The visible safety bicycle is a system of several photo-luminescent plastic spirals to be visible day and night alternately, which will surround each part of the bicycle; bicycle frame parts, bicycle handlebar, bicycle seat post, bicycle fork, bicycle wheel hub, and also bicycle wheel's spokes, with high visibility of the area where they are installed, achieving security for the user. |
| US11485433B2 |
Vehicle and track system with pressure-adjustable wheels
A vehicle includes a plurality of track systems, a fluid pump, a plurality of fluid lines fluidly connecting the fluid pump to at least some of the tires of the wheels of each of the track systems, a plurality of pneumatic inflation actuators, a plurality of pneumatic deflation actuators, and a system controller. The system controller is in electronic communication with the fluid pump, the plurality of pneumatic inflation actuators, and the plurality of pneumatic deflation actuators. The system controller is operable to selectively adjust fluid pressure in select ones of the wheels of any one of the track systems of the vehicle by actuating corresponding ones of the plurality of pneumatic inflation actuators and the plurality of pneumatic deflation actuators. A track system has at least one of the leading idler wheels, trailing idler wheels, and mid-roller wheels including a tire containing a fluid. |
| US11485431B2 |
Spare tire support
A spare tire support device for providing extra support to an existing spare tire mounted to a vehicle tailgate. The support device is mounted to the vehicle body/frame or existing tow hitch receiver and is positioned under the spare tire to aid in supporting the load thereof. |
| US11485430B2 |
Airflow adjusting apparatus
An airflow adjusting apparatus includes an airflow generator, a state detector, and a controller. The airflow generator is configured to generate a control airflow to cause the control airflow to join an around-vehicle airflow formed around a vehicle body of a traveling vehicle. The airflow generator is configured to vary a flow direction of the control airflow with respect to a surface of the vehicle body. The state detector is configured to detect a state of the around-vehicle airflow. The controller is configured to vary the flow direction of the control airflow on the basis of the state of the around-vehicle airflow detected by the state detector. |
| US11485427B2 |
Drilling machine with blocking system
A drilling machine including: a lower unit, an upper unit, a mast, a rotary, a drilling tool connected to a telescopic Kelly bar and a blocking system suitable for blocking the rotation of the upper unit relative to the lower unit. The blocking system includes: a cylinder revolvingly mounted on a frame of the lower unit, a plurality of vises mounted on the frame of the lower unit in such a way to block the cylinder integrally with the lower unit, and an actuator mounted in the upper unit to actuate a blocking pin that is engaged in a hole of a bushing of a flange that protrudes radially outwards from said cylinder in such a way to integrally block the cylinder to the upper unit. |
| US11485421B2 |
Vehicle front structure
A vehicle front structure includes a dash upper panel and a grille top face portion having outside air introduction holes taking in outside air. The vehicle front structure includes a cover member covering an engine from a vehicle upper side and having a top plate rear portion opposed to the grille top face portion on a vehicle lower side throughout a predetermined range, including the outside air introduction holes, in a vehicle width direction, and a grille front face portion disposed from the grille top face portion to the top plate rear portion on a vehicle front side of the outside air introduction holes. The top plate rear portion has a shape having inclined surfaces extending from a vehicle lower side of the outside air introduction holes in the vehicle width direction, the inclined surfaces being gradually inclined to the vehicle lower side toward vehicle-width-direction outer sides. |
| US11485420B2 |
Vehicle frame structure
A vehicle frame structure includes a front wall portion and a rear wall portion that are respectively provided in front and rear end portions of a vehicle, a side wall portion extending in the vehicle front-rear direction so as to separate the vehicle cabin from the exterior of the vehicle cabin, and a connecting portion that includes a first end portion and a second end portion, and has a closed section structure that is curved so as to protrude inward in the vehicle width and front-rear directions in a plan view. The first end portion is connected to an inner side of one of the front wall portion and the rear wall portion in the vehicle front-rear direction, and the second end portion is connected to an inner side of the side wall portion in the vehicle width direction. |
| US11485419B2 |
A-B reverse door ring
A reverse door ring assembly includes a door ring member of stamped metal with a generally ring shape to define an opening for a front door of a vehicle. The door ring member defines an A-pillar as a first sloping generally-upright portion extending to a roof edge and a B-pillar extending generally upright and transverse to the roof edge. The reverse door ring assembly includes an elongate member having a generally tubular shape extending along an exterior-facing side of the A-pillar of the door ring member on the door ring member. The reverse door ring assembly also includes a B-pillar outer member secured on an exterior-facing side of the B-pillar. The reverse door ring assembly also includes a front reinforcement upper-outer member mounted on an exterior-facing side of the second door ring member at a lower end of the A-pillar, together defining a Y-shaped cradle holding the A-pillar tube. |
| US11485415B2 |
Vehicle body lower structure
A vehicle body lower structure may include: a hollow rocker arranged at a lower lateral part of a vehicle body and extending along a front-rear direction of the vehicle body; a power source arranged adjacent to the rocker; an energy absorbing member connected to the power source and arranged under the rocker; and a collar arranged between the rocker and the energy absorbing member. The rocker may be provided with a flange extending downward from a bottom plate of the rocker. A height of the collar above the energy absorbing member may be greater than a height of the flange. |
| US11485414B2 |
Crossmember and manufacturing method for crossmember
A crossmember and a manufacturing method for a crossmember is disclosed. The crossmember is made of a metal sheet having a given sectional shape, configures a part of a vehicle body frame, extends along a vehicle width direction, and has an engine mount attaching portion provided in a part of an upper plate portion. The crossmember has an upper crossmember that is made of a single metal sheet extending along the vehicle width direction, the upper crossmember having a larger thickness in a region including the engine mount attaching portion of the upper plate portion and a surrounding area of the engine mount attaching portion compared to a thickness of a remaining region. |
| US11485410B2 |
Hydraulic steering device with variable ratio
A variable ratio hydraulic steering device with two or more orbit displacers ensures steering with low actuating forces even in the event of a total or partial failure of the oil flow supply. In the event of a total or partial failure of the oil flow supply, the device is capable of switching from one orbit displacer to another, if necessary, independently of the pressure at the inlet connection of the steering device. |
| US11485406B2 |
Steering system for vehicles
A steering system for a vehicle according to an example in the present disclosure includes a steering mechanism that is mechanically disconnected from a steering wheel to cause a driving wheel to be turned by a turning motor, and a control device that provides a motor command value to the turning motor. The control device has a two-degree-of-freedom control system including a feed-forward model for converting a target turning angle into a feed-forward value of the motor command value, and a feedback model for converting a difference between the target turning angle and an actual turning angle into a feedback value of the motor command value. A transfer function describing the feed-forward model contains a variable coefficient. The control device changes the variable coefficient of the transfer function based on information about road surface reaction. |
| US11485404B2 |
Controller for steering device
In a controller for a steering device, the steering device includes a structure where motive power transmission between a steering unit and a turning unit is separated. The controller includes a control circuit configured to control operation of a steering-side motor that is provided in the steering unit to give steering reaction force that is force against the steering input into the steering unit. In a case where turning of the turning wheels to one direction is restricted, the control circuit is configured to calculate restriction reaction force for restricting steering that is to turn the turning wheels to the one direction. The control circuit is configured to calculate the restriction reaction force based on information on the steering unit. |
| US11485400B2 |
Steering column telescope positive lock and breakaway device
An adjustment subassembly for a steering column assembly including a telescope plate (40) adapted to be secured to a column tube (20) of the steering column assembly; a locking pin (70) having one or more features (78) at one end that are adapted to engage with the telescope plate (40); a preload plate (50) adapted to receive at least a portion of the locking pin (70) at an opposing end of the locking pin (70); and a user operating device (34) for causing engagement and disengagement of the locking pin (70) and the telescope plate (40) through contact with the preload plate (50). |
| US11485397B2 |
Trolley coupling structure
The present invention relates to a novel trolley coupling structure that allows coupling of base parts of trolleys aligned in the vertical or horizontal direction. The present invention provides a trolley coupling structure in which a first receiving recess part is provided in a base part of one trolley, a second receiving recess part is provided in a base part of another trolley, a locking member is pivotally attached to the first receiving recess part, a recess part body and a bent section are formed in the respective first and second receiving recess parts, and retaining of the locking member is achieved by constraining and locking a constraining piece part of the locking member at the bent section. |
| US11485393B2 |
Vehicle control system
A system and method for controlling a vehicle system determine one or more of a route parameter of a route on which the vehicle system is moving or a vehicle parameter of the vehicle system. The system and method also determine whether a ratio of a lateral force exerted by one or more wheels of the vehicle system on the route to a vertical force exerted by the one or more wheels of the vehicle system on the route increases to a value exceeding a designated threshold as a result of the one or more route parameter of vehicle parameter that is determined. The ratio of the lateral force to the vertical force exerted by the one or more wheels of the vehicle system on the route is reduced to a value less than the designated threshold by changing an operation of the vehicle system. |
| US11485387B2 |
System and method for predictive navigation control
A method of predictive navigation control for an ego vehicle includes: comparing a cue node to each of a plurality of episodic memory nodes in an episodic memory structure, wherein the cue node represents a new event representing distances, speeds and headings of one or more newly observed objects about the ego vehicle, and wherein the episodic memory structure includes a network of nodes each representing a respective previously existing event and having a respective node risk and likelihood; determining which of the nodes has a smallest respective difference metric, thus defining a best matching node; consolidating the cue node with the best matching node if the smallest difference metric is less than a match tolerance, else adding a new node corresponding to the cue node to the episodic memory structure; and identifying a likeliest next node and/or a riskiest next node. |
| US11485381B2 |
Apparatus and method for providing notification of control authority transition in vehicle
An apparatus for providing a notification of control authority transition in a vehicle is provided. The apparatus includes a speaker configured to output a sound notification, a vibration motor configured to output a vibration notification, and a control circuit configured to be electrically connected with the speaker and the vibration motor. The control circuit is configured to output a first notification using the speaker during a first time interval, when a situation to transfer control authority for the vehicle occurs, output a second notification using the speaker and the vibration motor during a second time interval, after the first time interval elapses, and output a third notification using the speaker and the vibration motor during a third time interval, after the second time interval elapses. |
| US11485359B2 |
Warning system for a host automotive vehicle
When two target objects cannot see each other and at least one of them is a moving object following lanes, the warning system identifies the couples of two predicted trajectories having at least one point in common or an inter-trajectory distance less than a distance threshold (dth), among all possible couples of two predicted trajectories for the two respective target objects, then calculates a probability of collision for each identified couple of trajectories, by determining a predicted collision time and calculating probability distribution functions for the positions of the two target objects at said predicted collision time, and checks whether or not the probability of collision calculated for at least one of the identified couples of trajectories is more than a collision probability threshold in order to trigger an alert towards at least one of the two target objects. |
| US11485356B2 |
Vehicle control device and control method
A vehicle control device includes an electronic control unit configured to: enlarge the detection range, when the electronic control unit determines that a current deceleration support control is control for passing the object; set a new target deceleration of the host vehicle when a new object with a possibility of collision with the host vehicle has been detected in the enlarged detection range; determine whether an interval from an ending time of the current deceleration support control to a starting time of the next deceleration support control is less than a threshold value, when the electronic control unit determines that the next deceleration support control is control for passing the new object; and perform one of the inter-vehicle distance control and acceleration support control from the ending time to the starting time, when the electronic control unit determines that the interval is less than the threshold value. |
| US11485355B2 |
Parking assist apparatus
The parking assist apparatus comprises a first vehicle stop apparatus operated for a purpose of stopping a vehicle, a controller configured to be capable of performing parking assist control for parking a vehicle in a parking position and to finish the parking assist control by performing control for instructing a driver of the vehicle to operate the first vehicle stop apparatus or by controlling the first vehicle stop apparatus, and a second vehicle stop apparatus operated for a purpose of stopping the vehicle. When it is determined while the parking assist control is being performed that there is a malfunction in an apparatus for detecting whether or not operation of the first vehicle stop apparatus has been performed, the controller is configured to finish the parking assist control by performing control for instructing the driver to operate the second vehicle stop apparatus or by controlling the second vehicle stop apparatus. |
| US11485354B2 |
Parking control method and parking control device
A parking control method calculates a first control instruction and causing a control device of a vehicle to execute the first control instruction on the basis of an operation command acquired from an operator. The first control instruction is for moving the vehicle along a first route to a target parking space. The parking control method includes: when detecting an object after start of execution of the first control instruction, presenting the operator with selection information for selecting a first mode in which the execution of the first control instruction is continued or a second mode in which the control device of the vehicle is caused to execute an alternative control instruction for moving the vehicle along an alternative route different from the first route; and causing the control device to execute the first control instruction or the alternative control instruction in accordance with selection input information from the operator. |
| US11485352B2 |
Vehicle control device
A vehicle control device controls a hybrid vehicle including: an internal combustion engine having an EGR device; an electric drive device that drives the vehicle and performs an engine-based power generation; a power storage device; and a travel route acquisition device. The vehicle include an EV drive mode and an HV drive mode. The vehicle control device is configured to: where the vehicle is started under a cold condition, calculate, based on the travel route information, an average vehicle driving power in a vehicle running section under a warm condition after the start; and limit the amount of power generated by the engine-based power generation in the cold condition to be smaller when the calculated average vehicle driving power is high than when it is low, and, during the HV drive mode after a transition to the warm condition, execute the engine-based power generation accompanied by the EGR. |
| US11485351B2 |
Apparatus of controlling hybrid vehicle and method thereof
An apparatus of controlling a hybrid vehicle may include: an engine; a drive motor to assist the power of the engine and selectively operate as a generator to generate electrical energy; a battery to supply electrical energy; a first intake valve disposed in a first intake line; a second intake valve disposed in a second intake line; a first electric supercharger disposed in the first intake line; a second electric supercharger disposed in the second intake line; a connecting valve disposed in a connecting line for connecting the first intake line and the second intake line; and a controller that determines a driving mode of the first and second electric superchargers. In particular, the controller controls the drive motor and the first and second electric superchargers based on a supercharger consumed energy, an additional fuel energy, and a drive motor consumed energy. |
| US11485347B2 |
Drive force control system for vehicle
A drive force control system for a vehicle configured to change a torque to propel a vehicle certainly in a required amount by controlling output torques of an engine and a motor. A controller is configured to: calculate a required amount of change in synthesized torque of an engine torque and a motor torque; calculate a required amount of change in the engine torque and a required amount of change in the motor torque based on the required amount of change in the synthesized torque; select one of the engine and the motor whose torque will be changed further than a limit value; and adjust the torque of the selected prime mover by a counter torque. |
| US11485341B2 |
Electronic park brake interface module, park brake controller and system
Various examples of park brake interface modules which are utilized as human machine interfaces (HMI) in vehicles are provided. In one example, a park brake interface module for a vehicle includes a park brake switch device to actuate the park brake. The park brake switch device is capable of actuating the vehicle park brake in a brake apply mode upon receipt of a pinch signal. In another example, the park brake interface module includes a park brake switch device which is capable of actuating the vehicle park brake in a brake release mode upon receipt of a reach signal. In a further example, the park brake interface module includes recessed fixed parking brake actuation switches. In operation, the electronic interface module and park brake switch devices allow the operator to apply or release the vehicle park brakes according to memorable mnemonics, for example, “pinch to park” and “reach to release.” |
| US11485339B2 |
Parking brake apparatus for vehicle
A parking brake apparatus for a vehicle including a motor section receiving electric power from an outside, and generating power; a power transmission section rotated by driving the motor section, and including transmission worm gears; a pair of pressing units receiving power from the power transmission section and pressing a brake pad; and a load transmission unit installed between the pair of pressing units, connected to each of the pair of pressing units, and transmitting a pressing load of any one of the pair of pressing units to the other pressing unit. |
| US11485337B2 |
Support of train control systems by online transmission of information about braking ability
A method and a control device determine a position-related braking ability of a vehicle. A first vehicle determines at least one piece of position-related information of a route section, the at least one piece of position-related information of the route section being information relating to the braking ability on the route section. The first vehicle transmits the at least one piece of position-related information to a receiver, the receiver being at least one second vehicle, whereby the braking curves of at least one rail vehicle are adapted according to the situation, thus allowing safety on the route section and the utilization of the section to be improved. |
| US11485334B2 |
Supplemental deceleration using electronic parking brake in fully integrated braking systems
A method and system for braking a vehicle using supplemental deceleration provided by an electronic parking brake. The method includes detecting a reduced function state of an integrated braking system; detecting a brake pedal input from an operator of the vehicle; and automatically generating a braking force via the electronic parking brake based on the brake pedal input and the reduced function state. |
| US11485332B2 |
Vehicle braking control device
In a braking control device, a controller is configured to determine an inside and an outside of a turn by using the yaw rate, to calculate a deflection index based on a standard turning amount corresponding to a steering angle and an actual turning amount corresponding to a yaw rate, to reduce the braking torque of the rear wheel on the outside of the vehicle turn based on the deflection index when an excessive deceleration slip of the rear wheel on the inside of the vehicle turn is inhibited during an execution of anti-skid control. |
| US11485331B2 |
Surface adaptation method and surface adaptation device thereof
A surface adaptation method suitable for a vehicle includes evaluating a plurality of longitudinal forces with respect to a plurality of sampling points, evaluating a plurality of wheel slips with respect to the plurality of sampling points, determining a maximum longitudinal force from the plurality of longitudinal forces, and determining a wheel slip threshold from the plurality of wheel slips. The wheel slip threshold corresponds to the maximum longitudinal force. |
| US11485327B2 |
Sensor apparatus with cleaning
A sensor apparatus includes a sensor window; a first nozzle adjacent to the sensor window and oriented to blow across the sensor window, the first nozzle positioned below the sensor window and in a first horizontal direction away from the sensor window, the first nozzle being slot-shaped with a first length and a first thickness; and a second nozzle adjacent to the first nozzle and oriented to blow across the sensor window, the second nozzle positioned below the sensor window and in the first horizontal direction away from the sensor window, the second nozzle being slot-shaped with a second length and a second thickness. The second nozzle is farther from the sensor window in the first horizontal direction than the first nozzle, and the first length of the first nozzle is greater than the second length of the second nozzle. |
| US11485318B2 |
Queuing control for messages with de-whitened tones transmitted in phone-as-a-key systems
A portable access device for wirelessly gaining access to a vehicle includes a transceiver, receive and transmit queues, and a control module. The transceiver, during a current connection event, receives first notification messages from a PaaK system of the vehicle and in response thereto transmits second notification messages to the PaaK system. The first notification messages and the second notification message are transmitted to establish a communication link between the portable access device and the PaaK system. The receive queue receives the first notification messages. The transmit queue stores the second notification messages. The control module, based on a first one of the first notification messages, determines what data was transmitted during a last connection event prior to the current connection event and generates one or more of the second notification messages to include data not previously received during the last connection event. |
| US11485314B2 |
Airbag device for pedestrian protection
An airbag device for pedestrian protection includes means for shrinking and tying an airbag after deployment toward the storage. The airbag device includes a protecting sheet that is folded together with the airbag and stored in the storage, and a wrapping sheet that wraps the airbag as folded. The protecting sheet includes a main body and a plurality of straps disposed in a periphery of the main body. The wrapping sheet includes a rupturable portion that is configured to rupture and split the wrapping sheet into a front portion and a rear portion at airbag deployment, and a plurality of through holes each for receiving the straps in a vicinity of the rupturable portion in the front portion. The deployed airbag is shrank and tied toward the storage by passing the straps through the through holes and tying them so the straps do not come off of the through holes. |
| US11485312B2 |
Vehicle occupant restraint system and method for operating a vehicle occupant restraint system
The invention describes a vehicle occupant restraint system (2) comprising a control unit and at least two restraint elements (8, 10) for the protection of lower extremities (6, 6′, 7, 7′) in the area of a footwell (4) of a vehicle of a vehicle occupant seated in a particular vehicle seat of the vehicle, wherein a first restraint element (8) is configured as a knee airbag module (12), wherein a second restraint element (10) is provided for mounting into the footwell (4) of the vehicle, especially in an area of the footwell (4) of the vehicle arranged in the vehicle longitudinal direction (x) ahead of the knee airbag module (12), wherein, in a situation of restraint, the control unit can differentiate between different situations, wherein the control unit, in the situation of restraint, activates at least the first restraint element (8) and, depending on the given situation, additionally activates the second restraint element (10) and/or a partial element of the first restraint element (8) and/or a partial element of the second restraint element (10). |
| US11485306B2 |
Rescue device for adjusting direction of automobile falling into water through buoyancy
Disclosed is a rescue device for adjusting the direction of an automobile falling into water through buoyancy. The rescue device comprises an automobile body, wherein storage cavities are formed in the automobile head and the automobile tail of the automobile body, a first high-pressure quick inflation pump is embedded in the inner wall of the storage cavity, a square buoyancy air bag is folded and stored in the storage cavity, an annular storage box body is embedded in a shell of the automobile body, meanwhile, the annular storage box body is located on the side close to the driving position of the automobile body, and an annular buoyancy air bag is folded and stored in the annular storage box body. |
| US11485302B2 |
Systems and methods for smart cabin active ergonomics
Systems and methods are provided herein for adjusting vehicle features based on user preferences and physical dimensions. In some embodiments, the systems and methods described herein may more particularly relate to the automated adjustment of vehicle features such as, for example, seat positioning and mirror positioning, without requiring input from a user. |
| US11485290B2 |
Step device for vehicle
A step device for a vehicle includes: a movable step supported under a door opening; a coupling member that, in a state of being supported by a sliding door, engages with the movable step to move the movable step in a vehicle width direction in conjunction with opening and closing of the sliding door; a support arm that has a first pivot-joint point relative to a vehicle body and a second pivot-joint point relative to the movable step, and supports the movable step toward an upper side; and a pressure bearing member that is provided at a position between the first pivot-joint point and the second pivot-joint point and bears the load of the support arm by coming into sliding contact with the support arm. |
| US11485289B2 |
Vehicular rearview mirror assembly
A vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a mirror head adjustably disposed at a mounting structure. An electro-optic reflective element is attached at an attachment element that attaches at an electrically powered actuator disposed in the mirror head. The attachment element includes a protruding portion that is at least partially received at a notched region of the rear glass substrate when the reflective element is disposed at the attachment element. An outer surface of the protruding portion of the attachment element corresponds with the second perimeter edge of the rear glass substrate at the notched region of the rear glass substrate. With the electro-optic reflective element disposed at the mirror head, the outer surface of the protruding portion provides a curved transition from an outer surface of the mirror head toward the first surface of the front glass substrate. |
| US11485285B2 |
Vehicle body motion informing device
A vehicle body motion informing device includes a vehicular interior part that configures an interior surface of a vehicular compartment of a vehicle, a lighting device mounted on a vehicular exterior side of the vehicular interior part and exiting light to a vehicular compartment, a control unit that receives an information signal relating to the motion of the vehicle body and controls the lighting device to exit light according to the information to inform the vehicle occupant of the motion of the vehicle body, and a surface member having semi-transmissivity and disposed to cover at least a lighting portion included in the vehicular interior part and a surrounding portion of the vehicular interior part. The lighting portion overlaps the lighting device and the light from the lighting device passes through the lighting portion to the vehicular compartment and the surrounding portion is near the lighting portion. |
| US11485283B2 |
Light engines with dynamically controllable light distribution
An apparatus and system are disclosed and include a vehicle interior lighting system comprising that includes a light engine with a plurality of independently addressable light emitting diode (LED) segments, each independently addressable LED segment including at least one LED, a flexible printed circuit board (PCB) having a base and plurality of legs extending from the base, each leg supporting an independently addressable LED segment, and a light guide plate configured to provide illumination from the plurality of independently addressable LED segments inside the vehicle. A processor may be configured to receive information from a o vehicle sensing system, a vehicle communication system, or a detection system, and may generate a signal. A controller may be configured to provide one or more light control signals to modify at least one light characteristic of at least one of the plurality of independently addressable LED segments based on the signal. |
| US11485282B2 |
Automated driving enabled vehicle
An automated driving enabled vehicle includes a travel controller, an automated driving indicator lamp, and a lamp controller. The automated driving indicator lamp is switched on perceptibly from outside the vehicle on the occasion of automated driving. The lamp controller acquires, during the execution of the automated driving, attribute information regarding a place being traveled by the vehicle. The lamp controller makes a lighting control of the automated driving indicator lamp during the execution of the automated driving, in accordance with the place being traveled by the vehicle executing the automated driving. |
| US11485279B2 |
Hybrid backup light with integrated warning light
Various embodiments of the present invention provide a hybrid backup lamp having a backup light and a laser or LED warning light integrated therewith. |
| US11485278B2 |
System and method for adaptive driving beam headlamp
A lighting system for a local vehicle, comprising: a head lamp including a low-beam lamp for shining low-beam light in a first zone, and a first high-beam lamp for shining first high-beam light in the first zone; a sensory cluster for detecting a remote vehicle proximate to the local vehicle, the sensory cluster including a distance sensor for determining a distance of the remote vehicle from the local vehicle, and a velocity sensor for determining a velocity of the remote vehicle with respect to the local vehicle; and a lighting controller for determining a minimum-distance target time when the remote vehicle will reach a minimum distance from the local vehicle based on the distance of the remote vehicle and the velocity of the remote vehicle, and for controlling the operation of the first high-beam lamp based on the distance of the remote vehicle and the velocity of the remote vehicle. |
| US11485275B2 |
Cover for motor vehicle or luggage on a motor vehicle
A cover for covering a car or luggage on top of a car is described. The cover is made of a stretchy material such that it can expand to tightly fit the size and shape of a large variety of items or vehicles. Thus, the material composition as well as cover layers are crucial in obtaining the optimal balance of flexibility and protection. In many embodiments securing mechanisms are provided around the base of the cover as well as over the top of the cover to aid in securing the cover over the items or vehicle. In some embodiments a lower cover is provided which sits under items on top of a vehicle and protects the roof of the vehicle from the items. |
| US11485272B2 |
Device for securing a material handling device in fixed location inside a transport vehicle and related method
A device for securing a material handling device in a transport vehicle comprises an arm supporting at opposite ends a first attachment member configured for attaching to a shaft of a handle of the material handling device, which is configured for steerably moving the material handling device, and a second attachment member configured for attaching to the transport vehicle. The arm is movable relative to the first attachment member between a working position in which the arm is arranged to extend outwardly from the shaft of the handle to position the second attachment member at a spaced location therefrom for connecting to the transport vehicle, so as to secure the material handling device in fixed relation to the transport vehicle, and a storage position in which the arm is arranged generally parallel to the shaft of the handle to position the second attachment member at or adjacent the shaft. |
| US11485265B2 |
System and method for providing massaging within a vehicle
A system and method for providing massaging within a vehicle that include receiving vehicle dynamic data associated with a real-time dynamic performance of the vehicle as the vehicle is being driven for a predetermined period of time. The system and method also include determining at least one strenuous driving activity associated with a driver of the vehicle based on at least one driving maneuver. The system and method additionally include analyzing positional parameters and movement parameters that are associated with at least one area of a body of the driver that is utilized to conduct the at least one driving maneuver for the predetermined period of time. The system and method further include controlling at least one massaging element disposed within the seat of the vehicle to provide massaging to the at least one area of the body of the driver. |
| US11485263B2 |
Child safety seat
A child safety seat includes a base, a seat body and a notifying system. The seat body is disposed on the base and movable relative to the base between a front facing position and a rear facing position. The notifying system includes an actuated device disposed on one of the base and the seat body, an actuating component and a notifying device. The actuating component is disposed on another one of the base and the seat body and configured to actuate the actuated device when the seat body reaches at least one of the front facing position and the rear facing position. The notifying device is electrically connected to the actuated device and configured to generate a notifying signal when the actuated device is actuated by the actuating component, so as to indicate information to facilitate a caregiver to determine whether the child safety seat is installed properly. |
| US11485262B2 |
Headrest sleeve and headrest
A headrest sleeve for assembly to a bracket fixed to a stay for supporting a main body of a headrest. The headrest sleeve includes a sleeve body formed in a tubular shape, a collar-shaped flange extending from one end portion of the sleeve body and disposed so as to be capable of contacting the bracket, a bracket-fitting section extending from the flange toward an opposite side from the sleeve body and configured to be capable of being fitted into a fitting hole formed in the lower bracket, and an anchor clip provided at the bracket-fitting section and configured to undergo elastic deformation and elastic recovery during the fitting of the bracket-fitting section into the fitting hole so as to engage with the bracket from an opposite side from the flange. |
| US11485259B2 |
Child seat for attaching to a motor vehicle seat
The invention relates to a child seat for attaching to a motor vehicle seat, comprising a seat region, a backrest, a headrest having at least one belt guide, and a headrest inclination adjustment device for adjusting an inclination of the headrest relative to the backrest. |
| US11485256B2 |
Seat sliding structure for vehicle
A seat sliding structure for a vehicle includes: a pair of left and right slide rails that include upper rails, which are attached to a lower portion of a vehicle seat, and lower rails, which support the upper rails such that the upper rails can slide in a vehicle longitudinal direction; rail guiding members that are fixed to a floor panel, and that support the lower rails such that the lower rails can slide in the vehicle longitudinal direction between a driving position at a vehicle front side and a relaxation position at a vehicle rear side; and a locking mechanism that locks movement of the slide rails at the relaxation position, and that releases a locked state when a frontal collision of the vehicle is detected or predicted. |
| US11485255B2 |
Gearbox for vehicle seat adjustment mechanism
A gearbox for a vehicle seat adjustment mechanism in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure includes first and second portions. The first portion includes a first body defining a first longitudinal recess and a first peripheral recess in fluid communication with the first longitudinal recess. The first body includes a concave first curved surface. The second portion includes a second body defining a second longitudinal recess and a second peripheral recess in fluid communication with the second longitudinal recess. The second body includes a convex second curved surface. The second curved surface has an equal and opposite curvature compared to the first curved surface. In an assembled configuration, the first and second curved surfaces are in contact, the first longitudinal and second longitudinal recesses cooperate to define a longitudinal passage, and the first and second peripheral recesses communicate to define a peripheral receptacle. |
| US11485253B2 |
Seating system for a vehicle
A seating system for a vehicle having a seat and a vehicle body includes a latch system having a seat portion configured for attachment to the seat and selectively engageable to and disengageable from the vehicle body. The seat portion may include a deformable portion configured to deform when the seat portion is engaged with the vehicle body and the seat is subjected to a force directed in a forward direction relative to the seat. The seat portion may also include a detachable portion having a plurality of elements configured such that at least one of the elements separates from at least one other of the elements when the seat portion is engaged with the vehicle body and the seat is subjected to the force. |
| US11485252B2 |
Thermal management system of vehicle electric power system
A thermal management system of a vehicle electric power system allows a production cost of a system to be reduced by reducing the number of three-way valves when compared to a conventional system and, simultaneously, is capable of implementing cooling and heating performances equivalent to those of the conventional system. |
| US11485250B1 |
Systems for analysis of vehicle battery health
The present disclosure relates to systems, devices, and methods for analyzing health of vehicle batteries. Vehicle batteries tend to degrade over time. The described systems, devices, and methods quantify this degradation (or quantify remaining health of the battery) by comparing average energy used to charge or discharge the battery by a charge level unit to a nominal quantity of energy used to charge or discharge a battery in optimal health by a charge level unit. Charge data for previous charge events of the vehicle battery can be used in the calculation, and can be filtered by identifying qualified charge events based on at least one of a number of metrics. Usage data for previous usage events of the vehicle battery can be used in the calculation, and can be filtered by identifying qualified usage events or subgroups of usage event based on at least one of a number of metrics. |
| US11485246B1 |
Individualized vehicular charging mat
An individualized vehicular charging mat includes a body defining two tire channels terminating at respective channel ends, and a wireless charging element arranged within or on top of the body. The two tire channels include respective entrances at a side edge of the body, and are separated by a track width for a particular vehicle make, model and model year(s). The wireless charging element is arranged at a location where the wireless charging element is configured to optimally charge a vehicle of the particular vehicle make, model and model year(s) when tires of the vehicle come to rest at the channel ends. |
| US11485244B2 |
Voltage and PFC based OBC pre-charge system
An on-board charger for an electric vehicle a silicon controlled rectifier circuit configured to receive an AC input voltage and output a first AC rectified voltage, a power factor correction circuit configured to receive the rectified AC voltage and output a DC voltage, a DC Link capacitor that receives DC voltage as a capacitor voltage; and a controller configured to operate in a first mode and a second mode depending on the DC voltage. |
| US11485243B2 |
Vehicle and charging system
The vehicle includes an inlet configured to be connected to a charging connector provided in a charging station, a lock device configured to switch between a locked state where the charging connector is locked to the inlet and an unlocked state where the charging connector is removable from the inlet, a power storage device configured to be charged with an electric power supplied through the charging connector, and a control device configured to control charging of the power storage device. In a state where the charging connector is connected to the inlet and the power storage device is being charged, the control device stops charging when the lock device is in the unlocked state. |
| US11485242B2 |
Vehicle charging system
A vehicle charging system includes a vehicle charge port having a first connector with one or more first magnets and a plurality of first terminals arranged in a first array. A charge station for the vehicle includes a support and a second connector attached to the support by an articulating mechanism that permits movement of the second connector relative to the support. The second connector has one or more second magnets and a plurality of second terminals arranged in a second array that matches the first array so that the first terminals are connectable to the second terminals when the first and second connectors aligned. The first and second magnets are arranged to move the second terminals, via the articulating mechanism, into alignment with first terminals when the first and second connectors are within a magnetic-coupling range. |
| US11485238B2 |
Redundant battery management system architecture
A vehicle can include a battery architecture configured to provide electrical power to motors, accessories, and other components of the vehicle. The architecture can include a controller coupled to multiple battery units. Each battery unit can include a battery and a battery management system. Additionally, each battery unit can be coupled to a controller and to other battery units. Through the use of redundant coupling and redundant data transmitted to and from the controller, battery units, and other components, the architecture can detect a fault and continue to operate while providing an indication of the fault. |
| US11485236B2 |
Vehicle
A vehicle includes a motor, a second drive source, and a drive controller. The motor is a first drive source configured to drive wheels. The motor has a plurality of switchable modes that differ in at least one of a number of poles or a type of torque for rotating a rotor. The second drive source is configured to drive the wheels in parallel with the motor. The drive controller is configured to set, during switching of the modes, a target driving force of the second drive source to be larger than a target driving force of the second drive source before the switching of the modes. |
| US11485232B2 |
Vehicle
An FCV includes: a driving device that generates traveling power by using at least one of electric power output from an FC system and electric power output from a battery; and a display device that presents a first indicator and a second indicator, the first indicator indicating a remaining amount of electric power to be output from the FC system, the second indicator indicating a remaining amount of electric power to be output from the battery. An amount of electric power that can be output from the FC system when the hydrogen tank is full is larger than an amount of electric power that can be output from the battery when the battery is fully charged. A presentation area of the first indicator is larger than a presentation area of the second indicator. |
| US11485230B2 |
Control panel for a vehicle
The invention relates to a vehicle control panel (15) that comprises:—at least one clickable key (20) to which is assigned at least one function, said key (20) being configured to move at least between an inactive position and an active position in which said function is activated;—a screen (25) for displaying the current function of the key (20). The function is automatically assigned to the key (20) depending on a current parameter of the vehicle equipped with said control panel (15) or on a current context-related parameter. |
| US11485228B1 |
Electrified military vehicle
A military vehicle includes a chassis, a front axle coupled to the chassis, a rear axle coupled to the chassis, and a driveline. The driveline includes an engine, an energy storage system, a front end accessory drive positioned in front of and coupled to the engine, a transmission coupled to at least one of the front axle or the rear axle, a second motor coupled to the transmission and electrically coupled to the energy storage system, and a clutch positioned between the engine and the second motor. The front end accessory drive includes an air compressor and a first motor. The first motor is electrically coupled to the energy storage system. The clutch is spring-biased into engagement with the engine and pneumatically disengaged by an air supply selectively provided thereto based on operation of the air compressor. The driveline is operable in an engine-only mode and an electric-only mode. |
| US11485226B2 |
Transmission device for a motor vehicle
A transmission device for a motor vehicle includes a planetary gearset and a spur gear differential. The planetary gearset includes a drive sun gear, a ring gear fixed to the housing, and multiple stepped planetary gears. Each stepped planetary gear has a first gear meshing with the drive sun gear and a second gear meshing with the ring gear. The spur gear differential includes multiple first and second compensation gears. Each first compensation gear meshes with a first output sun gear, each second compensation gear meshes with a second output sun gear, and the first and second compensation gears mesh with each other in pairs. One compensation gear of each compensation gear pair is arranged in phase with a respective stepped planetary gear. The other compensation gear of each compensation gear pair overlaps axially and contactlessly with the second gear. |
| US11485225B2 |
Drivetrain layout with CVT
A drivetrain layout that includes a primary gear reduction, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), a peak torque limiting (PTL) device and a range box is provided. The primary gear reduction is operationally engaged to an output of a motor. The CVT includes a primary pulley and a secondary pulley. The primary pulley of the CVT is operationally engaged to the primary gear reduction. The primary gear reduction reduces a rotational speed of the output of the motor that is coupled to the primary pulley of the CVT. The range box is operationally engaged with the secondary pulley of the CVT. The range box is configured to coupled torque between the CVT and wheels of a vehicle. The PTL device in operational engagement between the secondary pulley of the CVT and the range box, the PTL device configured to protect the drivetrain layout from torque transients. |
| US11485224B2 |
Vehicle-mounted solar power generation device
A vehicle-mounted solar power generation device includes a solar panel, a solar battery that is a battery temporarily storing electric power, and a controller configured to perform control by switching between an electric power generation mode in which the solar battery is charged with a generated electric power of the solar panel and an electric power saving mode in which at least the charging of the solar battery is stopped such that power consumption is suppressed in comparison with the electric power generation mode. The controller determines to switch between modes based on the output voltage of the solar panel. In the electric power saving mode, the controller restricts a switch to the electric power generation mode based on any of the frequency of switching between modes, the amount of electric power stored in the solar battery, and the state of stoppage of a vehicle. |
| US11485223B2 |
High-pressure vessel mounting structure
A high-pressure vessel mounting structure includes: a plurality of high-pressure vessels arranged on the upper surface of a bottom wall in a front-rear direction of a vehicle body with a vehicle width direction as an axial direction; a plurality of load transmission members each provided between the high-pressure vessels on the bottom wall and extending along the axial direction; a connection member that connects one axial end of each of the high-pressure vessels; and a support member that supports the other axial end of each of the high-pressure vessels, and the support member can move relatively inward in the vehicle width direction with respect to the high-pressure vessel when a load is input from outside in the vehicle width direction. |
| US11485217B2 |
Drive unit and power transmission device
A drive unit is disclosed. The drive unit includes a first drive source, a first torque converter, a second drive source, a second torque converter, and a transmission. A torque is inputted from the first drive source to the first torque converter. The first torque converter includes a first turbine. A torque is inputted from the second drive source to the second torque converter. The second torque converter includes a second turbine. The second turbine is coupled to the first turbine. The transmission is disposed between a drive wheel and both the first and second torque converters. |
| US11485216B2 |
Transmission system for use in a hybrid vehicle and method of controlling the same
A transmission system includes an input shaft, a transmission housing, and a planetary gear system rotatably coupled to the input shaft. The planetary gear system has a first and second gear ratio. The transmission system additionally includes an output shaft, a first electric machine, a second electric machine, and a shifting assembly. The shifting assembly includes a first stationary clutch element and a second stationary clutch element. The first electric machine is configured to apply rotational torque to the planetary gear system to synchronize rotational speed of the planetary gear system when moving between the first and second gear ratios, and the second electric machine is configured to provide rotational torque to the output shaft when the first electric machine applies rotational torque to the planetary gear system to synchronize rotational speed of the planetary gear system when moving between the first and second gear ratio. |
| US11485215B1 |
Land vehicles incorporating electric motors and methods therefor
Land vehicles and methods of operating land vehicles are disclosed. A land vehicle includes a frame structure, a plurality of wheels, and a plurality of electric motors. The frame structure includes a front cage that at least partially defines an operator cabin and a rear compartment positioned rearward of the front cage in a longitudinal direction. The plurality of wheels are supported by the frame structure. The plurality of wheels includes a pair of front wheels and a pair of rear wheels positioned rearward of the pair of front wheels in the longitudinal direction. |
| US11485213B2 |
Straddle-ridden vehicle frame stiffener
Herein is disclosed a straddle-ridden vehicle frame stiffener comprising a support structure for stiffening the straddle-ridden vehicle frame, the support structure comprising a first side; and a second side, adjacent to the first side; a first mounting element for removably mounting the support structure to the straddle-ridden vehicle frame, the first mounting element being attached to the first side; a second mounting element for removably mounting the support structure to the straddle-ridden vehicle frame, the second mounting element being attached to the second side; and wherein the first side and the second side are rigidly connected to one another. |
| US11485210B1 |
Protective vehicle cover
A protective vehicle cover including a first panel assembly, a second panel assembly and a vehicle assembly is disclosed. A first panel drapes over a vehicle door exterior of a vehicle. The first panel assembly further includes a padded portion detachably mounted to the first panel. The padded portion may be secured to a window sill of a door of the vehicle. A pet may comfortably ride within the vehicle while resting their paws or head atop of the padded portion. Mounted detachably to a rear of the padded portion is a second panel. The second panel drapes over a vehicle door interior for protection against damage from pets. Importantly, the second panel includes a ballast or weighted material at a lower end to ensure that the second panel remains in place and draping over the vehicle door interior. |
| US11485208B2 |
Sunroof deflector assembly
A sunroof device is disclosed. A sunroof device includes a movable panel on a roof of a vehicle; a guide rail including one or more holes; a deflector holder including a first restriction portion, a second restriction portion, and a rotation center, wherein a first tip of the first restriction portion connecting to a first hole of the one or more holes; a second tip of the second restriction portion including a first claw, the first claw connecting to a second hole of the one or more holes; a third tip of the second restriction portion including a second claw, the second claw connecting to a third hole of the one or more holes, the second hole and the third hole including a front portion, a middle portion, and a rear portion, wherein a first width of the middle portion is smaller than a second width of the rear portion; the first width is smaller than a third width of the front portion; and an inner surface between the front portion and the middle portion includes an inclination. |
| US11485206B2 |
Fastening system for tonneau covers
The present disclosure provides a fastening system for using in a flexible tonneau cover system. In one aspect, the fastening system comprises a corner member connected to a end rail, and a connecting member connected to an side rail. The corner member comprises a positioning tab that is received in a positioning groove formed on the connecting member. In another aspect, the fastening system comprise a corner member with a recess portion. When the corner member is connected with a side rail at an end thereof, the recess portion and the end of side rail form an accommodating groove. In another aspect, the fastening system comprise a fastening element coupled to an elongated slat. A reinforce tab is coupled with the fastening element, and wraps over an end of the elongated slat to extend at a bottom surface of the elongated slat. |
| US11485204B2 |
Aftermarket door assembly for extended semi-truck cab
A door interface system for installing a door in a vehicle having a floor, a roof, and an outer panel with a hole defined therein. The system includes a door frame assembly configured to be coupled to the floor of the vehicle adjacent to the hole in the outer panel, and upper braces configured to be coupled to the door frame assembly and to the roof of the vehicle. The system further includes a floor support configured to be coupled to the vehicle adjacent to the hole in the outer panel near a bottom edge of the hole, and one or more trim pieces configured to be coupled to the outer panel and to the door frame assembly. The system further includes structural braces configured to be coupled to the door frame assembly and to the vehicle. |
| US11485202B2 |
Door module and door module fixture
On an outer circumferential edge of a closing plate, an elastic fitting portion protruding to an outer side of an inner circumferential edge of a service hole and fitting with the inner circumferential edge projects with a thickness larger than the plate thickness of the closing plate and extends in the circumferential direction of the outer circumferential edge. The elastic fitting portion is provided with an inner circumferential edge accommodating recessed groove that opens in the center of a protruding end surface of the elastic fitting portion and extends in the circumferential direction to accommodate the inner circumferential edge of the service hole, and the inner circumferential edge of the service hole is clamped between a pair of elastic clamping pieces that face each other with the inner circumferential edge accommodating recessed groove interposed between the pair of elastic clamping pieces. |
| US11485201B2 |
Hidden division bar for a vehicle window
A vehicle window system includes a vehicle door that has a window region. The system includes a fixed window having an exterior surface and an interior surface, a division bar, and a movable window. The fixed window is arranged in a first portion of the window region, and the division bar is arranged along a first region of the interior surface. The movable window is arranged in a second portion of the window region and is configured to close against the division bar. The division bar is not directly visible from outside of the vehicle door when viewed at an elevation of the fixed window. To illustrate, the movable window can be configured to move vertically within the first portion of the window region and the fixed window arranged at the top of the window region and the division bar is arranged substantially horizontally along the interior surface. |
| US11485200B2 |
Filtering viewing element forming a front or rear windshield of a road vehicle
A filtering vision element forming a windshield or rearview mirror of a road vehicle includes a lower region and an upper region. The filtering vision element is designed so that a difference in attenuation between two linear polarizations of an incident radiation has values that are of opposite signs in the lower and upper regions. The two linear polarizations may respectively be horizontal and contained in a vertical plane. Blinding of the driver caused by a spot of reflected light produced on a road by headlights of an external vehicle may thus be decreased or prevented. |
| US11485198B2 |
Generators for transport refrigeration systems
A transportation refrigeration system (100, 200, 300) includes a refrigeration system component (110), a linear generator (104, 202, 310) electrically connected to the refrigeration system component (110), and a linkage (142, 214). The linkage (142, 214) is operably connected to the linear generator (104, 202, 310) to convert movement of the transportation refrigeration system (100, 200, 300) into electrical power for communication to the refrigeration system component (110). An electric transportation refrigeration system used to cool a trailer box are also described. |
| US11485197B2 |
System and method for providing an air quality alert to an occupant of a host vehicle
A system and method are described for providing an air quality alert to an occupant of a host vehicle. The system includes a communication unit adapted to be mounted in the host vehicle and configured to receive a wireless vehicle-to-x communication comprising an air quality value associated with a geographic area outside the host vehicle. The system also includes a controller adapted to be mounted in the vehicle and provided in communication with the communication unit. The controller is configured to generate an air quality alert control signal operative to provide an air quality alert to the occupant of the host vehicle based on a relationship of the air quality value to an air quality threshold value. |
| US11485191B2 |
Vehicular air conditioning device
A vehicular air conditioning device is provided which is capable of cooling a heat medium of a battery temperature adjustment device by a refrigerant in a refrigerant circuit to improve operation efficiency when a battery is to be cooled. The vehicular air conditioning device includes a battery temperature adjustment device (61) for circulating a heat medium in a battery (55) to cool the same, a refrigerant-heat medium heat exchanger (64) for exchanging heat between at least part of the refrigerant flowing out from an outdoor heat exchanger (7) and the heat medium circulating in the battery temperature adjustment device, and an auxiliary expansion valve (73) for decompressing the refrigerant flowing into the refrigerant-heat medium heat exchanger. A control device controls a compressor (2) or the auxiliary expansion valve on the basis of a temperature Tw of the refrigerant of the refrigerant-heat medium heat exchanger to thereby adjust a battery temperature Tb to a target battery temperature TBO. |
| US11485187B1 |
Configurable bushing
A configurable bushing and/or bushing system that can enable adjustment of an effective modulus of elasticity of different regions radially disposed about a point or inner sleeve. The bushing and/or bushing system can enable adjustment of the kinematic pivot point and/or allow for dynamic configuration and control. |
| US11485184B2 |
Three-point suspension link and production method for a three-point suspension link
A three-point suspension link for a chassis of a vehicle has two arms and a central bearing area. Each arm has a bearing area. The three-point suspension link comprises two load-introducing elements, a central load-introducing element, a stabilization layer, a core element and a supporting winding. The stabilization layer and the supporting winding are formed from a fiber reinforced plastic composite material. A load-introducing element is arranged at every bearing area. The central load-introducing element is arranged at the central bearing area. The core element is surrounded by the stabilization layer in a subarea. The supporting winding surrounds the load-introducing elements, the central load-introducing element, the stabilization layer and the core element in a subarea. |
| US11485176B2 |
Wheel speed sensing system
A wheel speed sensing system for a work vehicle having an engine, a transmission, a differential, and an axle, defining a central longitudinal axis and coupled to the differential. The wheel speed sensing system includes a sensor target disposed at the axle and a sensor configured to transmit a sensor signal, wherein the sensor is located adjacently to the sensor target. The sensor target includes a plurality of step splines each having a top surface and first and second planar sidewalls. The sidewalls of the step splines are aligned along a radius extending from the central longitudinal axis, such that the sides are undercut with respect to the top surface. An intersection of each of the sidewalls with the top surface defines an edge forming a relatively sharp transition configured to be sensed by the sensor. A chamfer at the intersection of the sidewalls and the top surface is also contemplated. |
| US11485165B2 |
Lead casing for pencil, and pencil thereof for writing, drawing, marking, plotting, and coloring
There is a lead casing for pencil for writing, drawing, marking, plotting, and/or coloring. The casing is made of a composition having, by weight relative to the total weight of the lead casing for pencil: a) from 50 to 95% of a mixture of polylactic acid and bio-polyethylene in a weight ratio polylactic acid/bio-polyethylene ranging from 60/40 to 90/10, and b) from 5 to 40% of mineral fillers chosen in the group consisting of shellfish shells, more specifically oyster shells, and even more specifically milled oyster shells. There is also a pencil including the lead casing of the disclosure for writing, drawing, marking, plotting, and/or coloring, as well as a method for manufacturing such a pencil. |
| US11485164B1 |
Foldable clipboard
An improved foldable clipboard having a first extended orientation and a second folded orientation. The improved foldable clipboard includes a top folding portion having a first top hinge arm and bracket and a second top hinge arm and bracket. A bottom folding portion includes a first bottom hinge and a second bottom hinge. The first top and bottom hinge arms and the second top and bottom hinge arms, respectively, connect via connectors to provide first and second hinges, respectively. First and second hinges adjoin the top folding portion and the bottom folding portion to form a flat, planar structure and a folded structure. A clip is operatively coupled to a front surface of the top folding portion. |
| US11485162B2 |
Polyurethane protective film
A protective film that can be included in multi-layer film laminates for use in marketing, advertising campaigns, particularly outdoor or other environment impacted promotions and safety applications. The film includes at least two different polyurethane polymers and is free or substantially free of polyvinyl chloride based polymer. One polyurethane has an ultimate elongation less than 200%, and another polyurethane has an ultimate elongation more than 400%. The film may be transparent, translucent, clear or have other desirable optical properties. |
| US11485161B2 |
Using discharged energy
A printer is described comprising a movable functional element, a chargeable energy-storing device and a charger to charge the chargeable energy-storing device using energy discharged from the movable functional element. |
| US11485157B2 |
Conveyance device, application device, printer, and sheet conveyance apparatus
A conveyance device includes a tray on an upper surface of the conveyance device and an upper guide below the tray. The tray receives a sheet, and the upper guide defines a conveyance path in which the sheet is conveyed. The upper guide is movable together with the tray to open the conveyance path. |
| US11485154B2 |
Media stacking mechanisms
Example implementations relate to media stacking mechanisms. In some examples, a printing device can include a stacking mechanism that includes a tamper to tamp print media positioned within the stacking mechanism, and a controller comprising instructions to: tamp a first sheet of print media received at the stacking mechanism a first distance based on a first size of the first sheet of print media, tamp a second sheet of print media received at the stacking mechanism a second distance based on the second size of the second sheet of print media, wherein the second sheet of print media is positioned over the first sheet of print media, and tamp a third sheet of print media received at the stacking mechanism the second distance when the third sheet of print media is the first size, wherein the third sheet of print media is positioned over the second sheet of print media. |
| US11485153B2 |
Cutting device and printer
A cutting device, having a full-cutting assembly, a half-cutting assembly, and a cam, is provided. The full-cutting assembly includes a first cutting blade and a facing part to cut a tape fully through in a direction of thickness of the tape by rotating a first arm about a first shaft. The half-cutting assembly includes a second cutting blade and a supporting base to cut the tape partly in the direction of thickness by rotating a second arm about a second shaft. The cam is rotatable bidirectionally about a third shaft and has a cam face, on which a first pressing part to press the first arm and a second pressing part to press the second arm are arranged. A distance between the cam face and the second arm is smaller than or equal to a distance between the cam face and the first arm. |
| US11485150B2 |
Printing apparatus
A printing apparatus includes a liquid ejecting unit configured to eject liquid to a medium, a medium supporting unit configured to support the medium on a support face, a medium width detector configured to detect a width of the medium supported at the supporting face. Further, the printing apparatus includes a plurality of air blowing ports provided along a width direction (X-axis direction) of the medium for blowing air toward the medium supporting unit, an air blowing unit from which the air is blown, a heating unit configured to heat the medium supporting unit. Further, the printing apparatus includes a controlling unit configured to control a blowing amount from each of the plurality of air blowing ports according to the width of the medium detected by the medium width detector. |
| US11485149B1 |
System and method for thermal-visual servoing
One embodiment can provide a heating system with thermal-visual-servo control. The system can include a heat source configured to emit localized heat to an object, a thermal camera configured to capture thermal images of the object, and a motion-control module coupled to the heat source and configured to control movement and focus of the heat source based on temperature information extracted from the thermal images, thereby facilitating controlled heating of the object. |
| US11485148B2 |
Printer and control method of printer
A publisher configured to record data on a medium by a first media drive and a second media drive and including a publisher controller and a publisher storage, the publisher controller being configured to detect a type of a medium on which data is recordable by the first media drive and detect a type of a medium on which data is recordable by the second media drive, the type of the medium on which data is recordable by the first media drive and the second media drive being defined as a recording target type, the type of a medium on which data is recordable by only any one of the first media drive and the second media drive being defined as a non-recording target type, and the publisher being configured to store target type information representing the recording target type and the non-recording target type. |
| US11485141B2 |
Liquid ejection apparatus
A liquid ejection apparatus includes a liquid ejection head having a nozzle face in which a plurality of nozzles is opened, the plurality of nozzles ejecting liquid as a droplet, a cleaning unit configured to clean the nozzle face, an information receiving unit configured to receive input of a cleaning information that is information related to a frequency of cleaning of the nozzle face by the cleaning unit, and a controller configured to instruct the cleaning unit to perform the cleaning in accordance with the cleaning information. |
| US11485139B2 |
Inkjet printhead for printing redundantly in four colors
A pagewide printhead for printing redundantly in four colors. First and second rows of printhead chips are mounted on a common ink manifold having four ink supply channels for supplying four colors of ink to the first and second rows of printhead chips. Dedicated ink outlets interconnect one ink supply channel of the ink manifold with a pair of redundant nozzle rows in each printhead chip. |
| US11485136B2 |
Liquid discharge head and method for manufacturing liquid discharge head
A liquid discharge head including: a substrate having a liquid supply port; a flow channel forming member that is provided on the substrate and has discharge ports for discharging a liquid and a liquid flow channel that makes the liquid supply port and the discharge ports communicate with each other; and a support member that is provided on the substrate and arranged to be in contact with at least one surface of the flow channel forming member, with the one surface not being in contact with the liquid, wherein the flow channel forming member includes a cured product of a first photosensitive resin composition including a photosensitive resin, the support member includes a cured product of a second photosensitive resin composition including the epoxy resin A having a structure represented by formula (a1) or (a2) below in main chain structure: where, n1 and n2 represent integers of at least 2. |
| US11485132B2 |
Method of maintaining an ink jet head and printing method using an ink jet head
In a printing method using an ink jet head, a chemical liquid may be discharged onto a substrate from a plurality of nozzles of the ink jet head. Discharging numbers of the chemical liquid from the plurality of nozzles may be identified and a cumulative discharging number of the chemical liquid from the plurality of nozzles may be calculated. The cumulative discharging number of the chemical liquid may be compared with a previously set limit discharging number of the ink jet head. A replacement time of the ink jet head may be determined if the cumulative discharging number of the chemical liquid exceeds the previously set limit discharging number. |
| US11485130B2 |
Printing pads and print pad machines
A printing pad machine that can print a 360 degree image on a cylindrical object. That objective is achieved by modifying a conventional printing pad machine having a support member—interconnected to an overhead gantry—and an adjustable and moveable actuator system and power source. The modifications include using a single angled print pad having a contact wall having a first height, a lower wall having a second height that is less than the first height, an angled surface interconnecting the contact wall's distal end and the lower wall's distal end, and a base wall (a) interconnecting the contact wall's proximal end and the lower wall's proximal end and (b) connectable to a base. Another modification includes a flexion-extension hinge positioned between (a) the support member and the base or (b) the support member and the overhead gantry and controlled by the adjustable and moveable actuator system and power source. That objective can be accomplished with the conventional printing pad machine using the single angled print pad. Both objectives can also be accomplished by adding ridges to the single angled print pad. |
| US11485126B2 |
Method for producing a floorboard
A method for producing a floorboard having a topside veneer includes forming a multilayer body which includes a starting carrier plate, a plurality of veneers placed on the starting carrier plate so that a gap is formed between neighboring ones of the veneers, a resin layer including a resin provided between the starting carrier plate and the veneers, and a balancing layer arranged on a bottom side of the starting carrier plate; joining the starting carrier plate, the resin layer, the veneers and the balancing layer by pressing the multilayer body in a press; separating the multilayer body into individual boards between the neighboring veneers in a region of the gap; profiling the individual boards at side borders of the boards; and providing the individual boards with joining means. |
| US11485110B2 |
Cross layer fiber entanglement to increase strength of 3D part
A printed sheet fiber entanglement apparatus entangles fibers from neighboring printed fibrous layers (e.g., sheets) with one another. As a stack of printed fibrous sheets is built up, periodically a holey plate is loaded against the top sheet of the stack. The guide plate may move the sheet down over the registration pins, and then an array of felting needles are thrust into the stack. An array of needles with upward and/or downward facing barbs is thrust thought holes in the guide plate into the stack through printed sheets closest to the guide plate. As the needles pushed into or are withdrawn from the stack, barbs on the felting needles intertwine fibers from the fibrous sheets through printed marking material and with neighboring sheets. The needle array may translate slightly between multiple thrusts so that a subsequent needling thrust may occur in a slightly new location. |
| US11485107B1 |
Laminate sandwich panel
A laminated structure includes a front facesheet, a rear facesheet and a core arrangement disposed there between. The core arrangement includes a plurality of ribs, the ribs disposed so as to form walls defining a reticulated lattice of cells. The ribs have a thickness in a first direction and a height in a second direction approximately orthogonal to the facesheets and to the first direction that extends between the first adhesive joint and the second adhesive joint, the height being at least 100× larger than the thickness. The core arrangement is bonded to the front facesheet by curing a first adhesive joint and bonded to the rear facesheet by curing a second adhesive joint, the first adhesive joint and the second adhesive joint being concurrently cured (co-cured) under pressure. |
| US11485106B2 |
Fire hose and matertal therefore
Described herein are fire hoses incorporating new combinations of materials to increase the hose's resilience. Resilient hoses include those made with silicone-coated fabrics or with thermally-resistant fabrics or both. |
| US11485102B2 |
Machine and method for processing a box-like element or similar
A machine to work a box-like element or similar includes a cutting unit to cut a strip-like element on a corresponding lying plane in a first substantially plane configuration; a loading unit with a thrust blade translatable in a first direction; a folding and insertion unit having a housing seating of the strip-like element that is directed substantially orthogonally to said lying plane, so that after translation of the thrust blade in said first direction the strip-like element is introduced into said housing seating, assumes a “U” shape and has flaps and a connection part; said folding and insertion unit being translatable in a second direction to at least partly insert said flaps in a slit in the box-like element; and an attachment unit of part of said flaps inside said box-like element on which the slit is made, so that the connection part protrudes from the box-like element. |
| US11485097B2 |
System and method for bending towpreg
A method for bending towpreg to yield a desired amount of axial force during bending to form a preform is provided including inserting towpreg into a bending die, applying an initial axial force to the towpreg, and moving the gripped end of the towpreg in an involute path using a cam, a cam follower and a gripper, the gripper disposed on the cam follower. Axial force between the gripped end and the stationary end of the towpreg from a point where the towpreg contacts a surface of the bending die is applied tangent to the surface of the bending die while bending the towpreg. An apparatus for bending towpreg to form a preform is provided including bending dies disposed in fixed positions, and a follower. Axial involute cam mechanism having a drive shaft, a cam, a cam follower that follows an involute path around the cam, a gripper and a clamp. |
| US11485096B2 |
Method and system for manufacturing composite structures using a magnesium bladder
A composite manufacturing system and method are provided. The composite manufacturing system comprises a press and a bladder. The press has an upper portion having a desired shape for a composite structure and a lower portion configured to receive layers of composite material. The bladder is associated with the upper portion of the press and is configured to reach a superplastic state when heated such that the bladder forms to the composite structure by applying heat and pressure to the layers of composite material. The bladder cools without appreciable shrinkage, applying a desired amount of pressure to the composite structure during the entire cooling cycle. Once one composite structure is formed using the bladder, the bladder may be reused to form similar structures. |
| US11485094B2 |
Process for the production of an article for the cladding of floors or walls
A process for the production of an article for the cladding of floors or walls, comprising the steps of, in a mold: a) optionally applying a gel coat layer, based on a first curing polymer resin, on the inside of the mold in order to obtain a coated mold, and b) introducing into the core of the mold or into the core of the coated mold from step a) a filling composition which is based on a second curing polymer resin supplemented with at least one mineral filler, wherein core contains at least 5% wt and at most 20% wt of curing polymer resin, relative to the dry amount of filling composition, and the filling composition contains only one single initiator in a concentration of 0.5% wt to 5.0% wt relative to the amount of curing polymer resin in the filling composition. |
| US11485092B2 |
Joining body
The present invention is provided with: an insulation holder formed of a thermoplastic resin material and having a first opening; a wire connection ring formed of a thermoplastic resin material and having a second opening; and a joining component inserted astride in the first opening and the second opening, the joining component being formed of a metal material having a higher melting point than those of the thermoplastic resin materials, the joining component having a higher stiffness than those of the insulation holder and the wire connection ring, wherein a welded part is formed by welding in at least a part of an area where each of the insulation holder and the wire connection ring has contact with the joining component. |
| US11485091B2 |
Automatic reusable support for 3D printing
Methods and systems for additively manufacturing an object having an overhang feature. The system includes an array of platform segments forming a deposition surface. The system includes a plurality of elongated beams each connected to a platform segment. The system includes a moving platform configured to attach to a portion of the plurality of elongated beams and elevate the attached elongated beams. The system includes an additive manufacturing device configured to deposit material onto the deposition surface. The system includes an actuator configured to move the moving platform vertically. The system includes a controller configured to cause the additive manufacturing device to deposit the material onto the deposition surface and cause the actuator to move the moving platform upward to cause the elongated beams and their respective connected platform segments to form a support structure for the overhang when the overhang is fabricated by the additive manufacturing device. |
| US11485081B2 |
Three-dimensional printhead including two-dimensional scanning system with enclosed printhead
A three-dimensional printing system includes a build plate, a carriage, a housing assembly covering the carriage, and a printhead. The build plate includes a lateral print area having a length along an X-axis and a width along a Y-axis. The carriage has a major axis along the Y-axis that spans the width of the lateral print area. The printhead is mechanically, fluidically, and electrically coupled to the carriage. The printhead includes a printhead housing that cooperates with the housing assembly to separate a print zone containing the lateral print area from connected internal components of the printhead and the carriage. The carriage is configured to scan along the X-axis and the printhead is configured to scan along the Y-axis supported by the carriage to address the entire lateral print area. |
| US11485076B2 |
Modelling head for a three-dimensional printing machine and process for calibrating said modelling head
A modelling head for a three-dimensional printing machine, comprising a base body having a work surface suitable for enabling the formation and adhesion of an object, a support device connected to said base body and a movement member for moving said base body, wherein the support device is adjustable so as to change the orientation of the base body and in particular of the work surface relative to the movement member and is configured to switch, in an automated manner, from an unlocked configuration, in which it allows a change in the orientation of the base body relative to the movement member, and a locked configuration in which it locks the configuration assumed by the base body relative to the movement member. |
| US11485073B2 |
Method for creating an aircraft turbomachine vane using additive manufacturing
Methods for creating an aircraft turbomachine vane using additive manufacturing include additively manufacturing a vane on a bed of powder using selective laser melting, the additive manufacturing being performed on a support plate so that first or second circumferential edges are manufactured first directly on the support plate, at least one temporary support member being produced simultaneously with the first or second edges. The methods also include removing the temporary support member by breaking its connection with the leading or trailing edge with a tool that is engaged in at least one recess thereof. |
| US11485070B2 |
System for additively manufacturing composite structure
An additive manufacturing system is disclosed for use in fabricating a structure. The additive manufacturing system may include a support, and an outlet configured to discharge a material. The outlet may be operatively connected to and moveable by the support in a normal travel direction during material discharge. The outlet may include a guide, and a compactor operatively connected to the guide at a trailing location relative to the normal travel direction. The compactor may be moveable in an axial direction of the guide. The outlet may also include at least one cure enhancer mounted to move with the compactor relative to the guide. The at least one cure enhancer may be configured to expose the material to a cure energy. |
| US11485069B2 |
Print assembly for additive manufacturing system, and methods of use thereof
A print assembly 18 for use in an additive manufacturing system 10 to print three-dimensional parts 12, which includes a coarse positioner 40, a fine positioner 42, and a liquefier assembly 20, where a portion of the liquefier assembly 20 is operably mounted to the fine positioner 42 such that the fine positioner 42 is configured to move the portion of the liquefier assembly 20 relative to the coarse positioner 40. |
| US11485068B2 |
Manufacturing method and shaping device for shaped object
A manufacturing method for a shaped object for manufacturing the shaped object used as a parts when creating a three-dimensional object assembled by combining multiple parts, where the shaped object including a surface region, an end region, and an inner region is shaped. A surface colored portion, which is a portion to be colored in the surface region, is formed, so that a light entering from a side opposite to the inner region is reflected by the inner region to an outside of the shaped object. And, an end colored portion, which is a portion to be colored in the end region, is formed to have a light reflectivity higher than that of the surface colored portion using a coloring material and a light reflective material. |
| US11485062B2 |
Apparatus for forming an encapsulated strip
One or more embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for forming a continuous strip of a first compound that is encapsulated by a second compound. The apparatus allows the mixture ratio of the first compound to the second compound to vary. The first compound may be a sealant, and the second compound may be a rubber. |
| US11485061B2 |
Plasticization device, three-dimensional shaping device, and injection molding device
A plasticization device includes: a rotor rotated by a drive motor and having a groove forming surface in which a first groove portion is formed along a rotation direction; a rotor case configured to accommodate the rotor; a barrel facing the groove forming surface and having a through hole; a first heating unit configured to heat the rotor or the barrel; and a cooling mechanism configured to cool a side surface of the rotor. In the plasticization device, a material supplied between the first groove portion and the barrel is plasticized by rotation of the rotor and heating by the first heating unit to flow out from the through hole, and the side surface of the rotor has a material guiding port configured to guide the material to the first groove portion, and a second groove portion configured to feed the material supplied between the rotor and the rotor case to the material guiding port. |
| US11485060B2 |
Method for producing a trim part of a motor vehicle
A method for producing a three-dimensionally shaped trim part of a motor vehicle, which has a visible side and a mounting side. A flowable material is injected with pressure into a chamber of an injection molding tool, which has at least two mold shells, which, when assembled, form the chamber with a negative mold of the trim part, wherein at least one first of the mold shells forms the visible side and at least one second of the mold shells forms the mounting side of the trim part. The material is hardened in the chamber. A gas pressure is generated that acts in a planar manner between the second mold shell and the material during the hardening. The hardened material is removed as a trim part from the chamber of the injection molding tool. |
| US11485056B2 |
Method for printing of three-dimensional objects
A method for preventing detachment of a three-dimensional object from a printing tray of a printing apparatus is disclosed. The method includes printing a carpet of building material below and around the base of a three-dimensional object to be printed; and printing said three-dimensional object. The portions of the carpet that protrude out of the boundaries of the base of the three-dimensional object are coated with one or more layers of support material to help keep the carpet flexible and adhesive in texture. |
| US11485055B2 |
Molding process of co-cured short-fiber resin-based damping composite material and molding part
A molding process of a co-cured short-fiber resin-based damping composite material and a molding part. Different from a traditional centrifugal processing process of a thin-walled tube of a resin-based composite material, the process uses raw materials including three kinds of materials with different densities and including two kinds of short-fiber epoxy resin with different densities and a damping material. During centrifugal molding, the three kinds of materials are made into fluids to be respectively injected at a uniform speed in three times according to the sizes of the densities. Layering is performed by using different centrifugal forces applied to the three kinds of materials. Co-curing is performed according to a resin curing process after the three kinds of materials are stably distributed, and a tubular thin-walled part of the embedded co-cured short-fiber resin-based damping composite material with a uniform wall thickness is obtained. |
| US11485054B2 |
Equipment cover with textured outer surface
The present invention relates to equipment covers. More particularly, the present invention relates to a method of making an equipment cover, the method comprising: moulding a cover from a substantially transparent or translucent polymer, optionally a thermoplastic polymer, to form a cover having a textured outer surface and a generally smoother inner surface; and applying a coating having reflective components to the inner surface. |
| US11485053B2 |
Smart susceptor induction heating apparatus and methods having improved temperature control
Heating apparatus and methods for thermally processing a part including improved control of temperature. A thermal management system is coupled to a back surface of a table thermally coupled to an inductive heating circuit. The thermal management system includes a chamber defining an interior space, at least one cooling fin disposed within the chamber, an inlet extending through the chamber and fluidly communicating with the interior space, and an outlet extending through the chamber and fluidly communicating with the interior space. In some applications, an air source fluidly communicates with the inlet and is selectively operable to generate an air flow through the chamber, so that the thermal management system may be selectively operated in an insulator mode and a cooling mode. |
| US11485051B2 |
Clamping apparatus of soft film and mounting fixture thereof
A clamping apparatus of a soft film and a mounting fixture thereof are described. The clamping apparatus includes a first bar, a second bar, a third bar, and at least one elastic element. The first bar and second bar are respectively configured to fix a first side portion and a second side portion of a soft film. The third bar is adjacent and connected to the second bar. The third bar and the first bar are respectively located on two opposite sides of the second bar. The third bar is configured to pull the soft film from the second side portion of the soft film through the second bar. The elastic element has a first end and a second end opposite to each other and respectively disposed on the second bar and the third bar. The elastic element is configured to provide the soft film with pull buffer. |
| US11485049B2 |
Method for impregnating a fibrous preform using a seal, and method for manufacturing a matrix reinforced by a fibrous preform
A method for impregnating a fibrous preform by injection or infusion, comprising steps of: —providing a mold having at least two portions, said mold presenting an inlet orifice and a vent orifice placed on opposite sides of the mold; —placing a fibrous preform in a portion of the mold; —placing a thermo-expandable seal in a passage formed between an inside wall of the mold and the fibrous preform, said passage extending substantially along the direction (X) extending between the opposite sides of the mold; —closing the mold; —heating the mold so that the thermo-expandable seal expands and shuts off said passage; and—impregnating the fibrous preform with an impregnation material. |
| US11485048B2 |
Circumferential stiffeners for composite fancases
Woven preforms, for example those used for jet aircraft engine fancases, may need additional stiffeners to improve the strength and/or dynamic performance of the preform assembly, as well as to serve as attachment points. The present invention describes several improved woven preforms that include circumferential or axial stiffeners, as well as methods of manufacturing the same. One embodiment includes circumferential stiffeners added to a woven preform. Another embodiment includes sub-preforms with integral flanges that combine to make integral stiffeners. A further embodiment includes an intermediate stiffener wrapped onto a base sub-preform wrap, wherein the intermediate stiffener wrap incorporates intermediate stiffeners. Another embodiment incorporates bifurcations in one or more layers of an outermost wrap of a multi-layer fabric composite that forms a preform, wherein the bifurcated outer wrap is folded to form stiffeners that may be oriented circumferentially or axially. |
| US11485038B2 |
Method for optimized wood production in a chop saw
An automated crosscut saw system utilizing a wood scanning unit to optimize the cuts in a particular piece of wood to remove defects or flaws and a method of use therefor is provided. The automated saw system has the ability to scan and cut a piece of wood simultaneously or in rapid succession without the need for scanning the entire length of the wood prior to cutting. Further, the automated saw system may eliminate the need for a secondary feeder and secondary queue. |
| US11485034B2 |
Shaving device
A shaving device comprising a handle, a support member, a blade cartridge retention frame, and a replaceable blade assembly. The support member is disposed about a first end of the handle and includes at least one arm extending outward from a yoke. The blade cartridge retention frame includes a blade cartridge retention frame magnet and is coupled to the at least one arm and configured to pivot about a pivot axis. The replaceable blade assembly includes a blade assembly magnet and a blade assembly body having a face with a razor blade. The blade assembly magnet and the blade cartridge retention frame magnet are configured to create a repulsive magnetic force therebetween to releasably couple the replaceable blade assembly to the blade cartridge retention frame. |
| US11485033B1 |
Scissors
A pair of scissors for opening a box includes a first cutting member and a second cutting member. The first cutting member is provided with a first handle on an end thereof, and the second cutting member is provided with a second handle on an end thereof. The scissors further include a connecting nail and a movable hole defined on the first cutting member. The movable hole is arranged for the connecting nail to move, and the connecting nail passes through the movable hole and is connected with the second cutting member, so that the first cutting member pivots around the second cutting member by the connecting nail. The connecting nail is movable in the movable hole which allows the first cutting member to move relatively to the second cutting member. The scissors have the advantages of simple structure, low cost and convenient operation. |
| US11485028B2 |
Linear joint and legged robot having the same
A linear joint includes a motor assembly includes a rotating shaft for outputting motion; a transmission mechanism including a screw and a nut threadedly connected to the screw, the nut being coaxial with respect to and securely connected to the rotating shaft so as to be rotatable together with the rotating shaft; and a rod connected to a first end of the screw so as to move together with the screw along a lengthwise direction of the screw. |
| US11485027B2 |
Electric compound driving thickness irregularly shaped plate spring framework flexible manipulator
The disclosure discloses an electric-pneumatic hybrid-driving flexible manipulator with spring framework from plates of special-shaped thickness, including a screw shaft motor, an upper seat plate, guide coupling rods, linear bearings, a driving plate, a push plate, short push rods, connecting rods, a bottom seat plate, flexible fingers, a rotating finger holder, a long push rod, a small support, tension springs, single-head bellows muscles and a ridged push plate. The framework of the flexible fingers is a thickness special-shaped plate spring designed according to the principle of equal strength. In the disclosure, through the control of a motor, an angle between a finger knuckle and a grasped object can be adjusted to realize the adjustment of the position of a contact point. To adjust the position of the contact point of the grasped object, the acting point of the contact force and the direction of the acting force can be selected according to situations, so that the grasping is more accurate and reliable. At the same time, the angle between the finger knuckle and the grasped object can be adjusted to adapt to a larger change in size of the grasped object. In the disclosure, a pneumatic system is large in gain and the pneumatic bellows muscles are light, so that the response is quick and the buffering effect is good. |
| US11485021B2 |
Robot, robot control method, and recording medium
A robot is equipped with a processor. The processor detects external appearance or audio of a living being, and by controlling the robot, causes the robot to execute an operation in accordance with liking data indicating preferences of the robot regarding external appearance or audio and the detected external appearance or audio of the living being. |
| US11485018B2 |
Robotic end effector system with surface tracking and methods for use
A non-destructive inspection system is presented. The non-destructive inspection system comprises a robotic end effector having an extendable actuator and a flange-mounted roller containing an ultrasonic sensor, the flange-mounted roller connected to the extendable actuator by a pivot connection, the extendable actuator configured to extend the flange-mounted roller until the flange-mounted roller contacts an inspection surface. |
| US11485012B2 |
Control method and robot system
A control method executes a first step of actuating a brake to decelerate a robot arm, a second step of releasing or relaxing the actuation of the brake when one of Conditions A1, A2, and A3 is satisfied after deceleration of the robot arm, and a third step of actuating the brake again to restrict driving of the robot arm when one of Conditions B1, B2, and B3 is satisfied after release or relaxation of the brake, Condition A1: a velocity of the robot arm becomes a predetermined value or less; Condition A2: a contact state between the robot arm and the object becomes stable; Condition A3: time TA elapses; Condition B1: time TB elapses; Condition B2: a movement amount of the robot arm becomes a predetermined value or more; and Condition B3: the contact state between the object and the robot arm is released or relaxed. |
| US11485011B2 |
Robot manipulator and robot
A robot manipulator includes: an arm body; a wrist effector, connected to the arm body; a multi-degree-of-freedom (DOF) connecting device, rotatably connected to the wrist effector; and a grabber, connected to the multi-DOF connecting device, wherein the multi-DOF connecting device is configured to receive a power output by the wrist effector and drive the grabber to rotate. |
| US11485010B2 |
Adapter system for connecting the last element of a kinematic chain to a handling device
An adapter system for connecting the last element of a kinematic chain of a handling device to same, wherein the last element has a computer-storage module, as well as at least one actuator and/or at least one sensor. At least three sequentially positioned system modules are arranged between the penultimate and the last element. A first system module is a mechanical module, via which electrical and/or pneumatic connection lines are guided. In a second system module, the connection lines are connected with transition points of a negative adapter geometry of a mechatronic combi-interface. At least one further system module is arranged in a couplable manner between the second system module and the last element. A third system module has an electronics assembly which adapts the predefined system architecture to the device interface of the last element. |
| US11484999B2 |
Power tool including an output position sensor
A power tool including a motor and an impact mechanism. The impact mechanism is coupled to the motor and includes a hammer driven by the motor, and an anvil positioned at a nose of the power tool, and configured to receive an impact from the hammer. The power tool also includes a sensor assembly positioned at the nose of the power tool, and an electronic processor. The sensor assembly includes an output position sensor configured to generate an output signal indicative of a position of the hammer or the anvil. The electronic processor is coupled to the output position sensor and to the motor, and is configured to operate the motor based on the output signal from the output position sensor. |
| US11484998B2 |
Electric torque wrench capable of sensing manual operating torque
An electric torque wrench capable of sensing a manual operating torque includes: an outer housing having an accommodating space at an internal thereof, a motor and a reduction device arranged therein; the reduction device having a reduction gear assembly with a hollow ring gear member; a front end of the ring gear member having at least one extension arm and at least one sensing plane formed thereon; a torque sensing unit arranged on the sensing plane; a driving device installed at the front end of the outer housing and having a working head arranged at the front end thereof; the extension arm of the ring gear member secured and attached onto the driving device. With the torque sensing unit installed on the extension arm, the electric torque wrench can be rotated manually with hand and is able to measure the torque value. |
| US11484997B2 |
High torque impact tool
An impact tool includes a housing extending along a longitudinal axis, the housing including a motor housing portion and a front housing coupled to the motor housing portion, a motor supported within the motor housing portion, and a drive assembly supported within the housing. The drive assembly includes a camshaft driven by the motor for rotation about an axis, an anvil extending from the front housing, and a hammer configured to reciprocate along a travel portion of the camshaft between a rearmost position and a forwardmost position to deliver rotational impacts to the anvil in response to rotation of the camshaft. An axial distance between the forwardmost position and the rearmost position of the hammer is at least 20.75 millimeters, and the travel portion of the camshaft has a diameter of at least 25 millimeters. |
| US11484995B2 |
Conduit connector tool
The subject matter described in this specification relates generally to a tool for installing a flexible metal conduit screw-in connector onto a flexible metal conduit and a method for installing the flexible metal conduit connector tool. The flexible metal conduit screw-in connector tool includes a handle, a centering rod, and two studs. The flexible metal conduit connector tool is to engage a flexible metal conduit screw-in connector. |
| US11484993B2 |
Substrate holding apparatus and method for shape metrology
An apparatus and method for uniformly holding a substrate without flexure or bending of the substrate, thereby enabling accurate shape measurements of the substrate such as wafer curvature, z-height values and other surface characteristics. Techniques include using a liquid as a supporting surface for a substrate thereby providing uniform support. Liquid used has a same specific gravity of a substrate being supported so that the substrate can float on the liquid without sinking. Uniform support of the substrate enables precision metrology. |
| US11484992B2 |
Tool for retrieving magnetic objects
A tool for retrieving magnetic objects. The tool comprising a flexible rod; a handle, connected to a first end of the flexible rod; and a magnetic head, connected to a second end of the flexible rod. Further, the magnetic head comprises a through-hole for retrieving the magnetic objects. |
| US11484991B2 |
Internal and external clamping method and device of thin-wall tubular part during rotary processing
The present disclosure discloses an internal and external clamping method and device of a thin-wall tubular part during rotary processing. A plurality of support blocks of this device are spaced to form an annular structure around the flange bush; the middle portion of each support block is provided with a through hole; a support claw is provided between every two support blocks, and the side surface of the support claw is provided with the through hole; a rotary shaft penetrates through the through holes in the support claws and the support blocks; and the plurality of support claws are spaced to form a support claw ring having the annular structure. |
| US11484981B2 |
Machining method implemented by machine tool
A tool magazine of a machine tool holds machining tools of multiple types. The number of stored machining tools of at least one type is more than one. When all the machining tools of the at least one type are unused, a first test-machining step of machining a workpiece using one machining tool of each type is performed. When the machined product is graded as acceptable, a second test-machining step of replacing the machining tool of the at least one type with an unused machining tool in the tool magazine and machining a new workpiece using the one machining tool of each type is performed. The second test-machining step is repeated until all the machining tools are used. |
| US11484979B2 |
Precision tripod motion system with six degrees of freedom
A precision tripod motion system is provided. The tripod motion system in one example includes a bottom plate including three spaced-apart bottom single-degree-of-freedom hinges, a top plate including three spaced-apart top three-degrees-of-freedom (TDOF) joints, wherein the top plate is configured to receive a workpiece. Each linear actuator of three linear actuators is coupled to an associated SDOF hinge of the bottom plate and coupled to an associated TDOF joint of the top plate. Each linear actuator is configured to change length over a linear actuation span and configured to return the top plate to a predetermined set position after the top plate is displaced by an external force Each linear actuator includes a ball coupled to the associated three TDOF joint and a positioning actuator configured to move the ball to the predetermined set position prior to the return of the top plate to the predetermined set position. |
| US11484978B2 |
Electrically insulated locking element
A machine tool having a tool holder for exchangeably holding a tool is provided, the machine tool including: a machine tool housing; a spindle rotatably mounted in the machine tool housing a drive end being connected to a drive for rotating the spindle about an axis of rotation and a holding end being coupled to the tool holder; and a locking device arranged in the machine tool housing and which has a locking element reversibly movable between a release position and a locking position, a locking end of the locking element having an interlocking connector and the spindle having a mating interlocking connector, the interlocking connector being disengaged from the mating interlocking connector in the release position to enable rotational motion of the spindle, and the interlocking connector being engaged with the mating interlocking connector in the locking position to prevent rotational motion of the spindle and to enable an exchange of the tool of the tool holder, the locking device also including an electrically insulating mounting device for mounting the locking element in the machine tool housing to electrically insulate the locking element from the machine tool housing. |
| US11484977B2 |
Pretensionable locking system
A pretensionable locking system, a method for producing a locking system and a medical-technical instrument including a locking system. The locking system (2) includes a locking body (10) with an inner thread (12), and an inner locking body (20) with an outer thread (22). In a pretensioned position, the inner thread lies against the outer thread in a first longitudinal axial direction (80) and is pretensioned against the outer thread. In a locked position, the outer locking body is fixed on the inner locking body by screwing the inner thread onto the outer thread. The outer locking body has a resilient retaining element (14) that projects radially inward, and the inner locking body has a rigid bulge (24) that projects radially outward. In the pretensioned position, the retaining element lies against the bulge in a second longitudinal axial direction (85) that is opposite the first longitudinal axial direction. |
| US11484972B2 |
Pre-welding analysis and associated laser welding methods and fiber lasers utilizing pre-selected spectral bandwidths that avoid the spectrum of an electronic transition of a metal/alloy vapor
The present invention benefits from the determination that pre-selected spectral bandwidths that avoid the spectrum of an electronic transition of a metal/alloy vapor allow for welds substantially free from detritus that may discolor the weld. Accordingly, the present invention provides analytical methods, welding methods and fiber lasers configured to provide high quality metal/alloy welds. |
| US11484967B2 |
Tooling for friction stir processing
A friction stir processing system can include a rotatable die assembly. The rotatable die assembly can include a die body and a plurality of die segments. The die body includes a die base and a die stem. The die stem extends axially from the die base, the die stem defines an extrusion cavity, and the die body is formed from a first material. The plurality of die stems are coupled to the die stem. The plurality of die segments are disposed around the extrusion cavity to collectively form a die surface opposite to the die base. The plurality of die segments are formed from a different material than the die body. |
| US11484966B2 |
Ultrasonic welding system with support element
The present invention concerns an ultrasonic welding installation comprising an ultrasonic vibration unit having a sonotrode and a converter, wherein the sonotrode and the converter are arranged in mutually adjacent relationship along a longitudinal axis and the ultrasonic vibration unit can be caused to resonate with an ultrasonic vibration in the direction of the longitudinal axis with a wavelength λ. To provide an ultrasonic welding installation which allows simple and fast highly precise adjustment of the sealing surfaces of the sonotrode relative to the anvil according to the invention there is proposed a support element for supporting a force applied to the sonotrode perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis, wherein the sonotrode and the support element have mutually corresponding support surfaces which at least when a force is applied to the sonotrode perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis come into contact with each other, wherein the support surfaces are of such a configuration that when they are in contact with each other they prevent a relative movement of the sonotrode with respect to the support element in the direction of the longitudinal axis and do not impede a rotation of the sonotrode about the longitudinal axis. |
| US11484964B2 |
Resistance multi purpose welder attachment
A resistance welding device is configured for use in combination with a resistance welder having a translating welding electrode. A first arm of the welding device is in a translating rotational engagement with a second arm thereof. The first arm of the device is engageable to a translating electrode from the resistance welder. Translation of the welding electrode of the resistance welder moves first and second electrodes to contact metal therebetween and spot weld the metal. |
| US11484963B2 |
Fitting member, annular member, joined member and method of manufacturing joined member
To provide a fitting member, an annular member, a joined member and a method of manufacturing the joined member, which prevent occurrence of a not-joined portion. A fitting member 10 has a fitting protrusion 10p which is protruded outward on an outside face 10s. An annular member 20 contains a space 20h in which the fitting member 10 is to be fitted. An annular member 20 has an annular protrusion 20p on an inside face 20f. When the fitting member 10 is fitted into the space 20h at a predetermined depth, the fitting protrusion 10p and the annular protrusion 20p fill not-joined portions which may be generated assuming that they are not provided. A joined member 30 is produced by fitting the fitting member 10 into the space 20h at the predetermined depth, so that a contact portion between the fitting member 10 and the annular member 20 is joined in solid phase. |
| US11484961B1 |
Fittings for orbitally welded fusion bonds
Embodiments are directed to methods, systems, and apparatuses, for providing fittings capable of being orbitally welded. A system may include measuring components configured to measure a tubing thickness and measure a fitting thickness. The system may also include a processor configured to determine a difference in thickness between the measured tubing thickness and the measured fitting thickness and, based on the determined difference in thickness, determine an amount of fitting that is to be removed to reach a set, specified thickness that allows the fitting to be orbitally welded. The system may also include a facing tool configured to bevel and shape an end portion of the fitting according to the determined amount of fitting that is to be removed to reach the specified thickness and may include an orbital welder configured to orbitally weld the beveled end of the fitting to the tubing in a fusion socket weld. |
| US11484960B2 |
Dual wire welding or additive manufacturing contact tip and diffuser
A welding or additive manufacturing contact tip includes an electrically-conductive body extending from a proximal end of the body to a distal end of the body. The body forms a first bore terminating at a first exit orifice at a distal end face of the body, and a second bore terminating at a second exit orifice at the distal end face of the body. The first and second exit orifices are separated from each other by a distance configured to facilitate formation of a bridge droplet between a first wire electrode delivered through the first bore and a second wire electrode delivered through the second bore during a deposition operation. |
| US11484957B2 |
Alignment tool, cutting arrangement and method for treatment of a workpiece
Provided is an alignment tool for a cutting arrangement including a cutting apparatus with a cutting edge for treatment of a workpiece, especially a rotor blade of a wind turbine, in which the alignment tool includes at least one fixation means for fixing the alignment tool to the workpiece and at least one guiding structure to guide the cutting edge of the cutting tool. |
| US11484955B2 |
Cutting tool having coolant deflection
This disclosure relates to a cutting tool having a tool head that can be rotated about its mid-axis and has a front end face and a circumferential surface, a plurality of cutting elements and associated chip grooves arranged to be distributed in the circumferential direction on the circumferential surface, and a channel system running through the tool head for the coolant supply to the cutting elements. According to this disclosure, the end face of the tool head has coolant grooves, which each lead from an outlet opening of the channel system to an end opening in a chip groove, wherein the longitudinal openings of the coolant grooves are covered by a baffle plate fixed to the front face of the tool head. |
| US11484954B2 |
Milling tool holder and milling tool
Milling tool holder which comprises a first holder part, a second holder part, and a locking mechanism. The first holder part comprises a first cutting insert receptacle for receiving a first cutting insert and a second cutting insert receptacle for receiving a second cutting insert. The second holder part which, for adjusting a milling width, is variably positionable with respect to the first holder part along a longitudinal axis, comprises a third cutting insert receptacle for receiving a third cutting insert and a fourth cutting insert receptacle for receiving a fourth cutting insert. The locking mechanism is configured to fix the first and second holder parts to the adjusted milling width. The first holder part and the second holder part are positioned with respect to one another in such a manner that the third cutting insert receptacle is arranged in the circumferential direction between the first cutting insert receptacle and the second cutting insert receptacle, and that the second cutting insert receptacle is arranged in the circumferential direction between the third cutting insert receptacle and the fourth cutting insert receptacle. |
| US11484953B2 |
Tool holder with pocket for accommodating cutting inserts with different clearance angles
A toolholder (10) has a pocket (20) that accommodates two styles of cutting inserts (25, 25′) having different clearance angles (CA). A support pad (78, 80) protrudes from two side walls (82, 84) of the pocket (20). Each support pad (78, 80) includes a first, planar wall (78a, 80a) and a second, planar wall (78b, 80b) formed at a composite angle defined by a first angle (92) and a second angle (94). The first, planar wall (78a, 80a) enables the pocket (20) to accommodate the second style of cutting insert (25′), and the second, planar wall (78b, 80b) enables the pocket (20) to accommodate the first style of cutting insert (25). In one aspect, the support pads (78, 80) extend the entire length, L, of the support pad (78, 80). In another aspect, an indentation (112, 114) divides one or both of the support pads (178, 180) into two portions, each portion having two planar walls (178a, 178b, 178c, 178d, 180a, 180b, 180c, 180d). |
| US11484950B2 |
Self-aligning detachable jaw or fixture plate for vise-like workholding apparatus
A workholding apparatus comprises a base having a channel, two lower members each having a protrusion, and two upper members each having a cavity. Each lower member is coupled with an actuator placed inside the channel. Each upper member is removably coupled with a lower member by inserting the protrusion inside the cavity. The protrusions and the cavities include triangular regions having tilted sides. The upper members releasably engage the lower members by inserting the protrusions into the cavities. The lower members are coupled with an actuator which operates to move the lower members toward one another causing the upper members to generate a clamping, force. A mounting apparatus comprises two lower members and a single upper member, having similar protrusions and cavities, provides a mounting platform. |
| US11484948B2 |
Indexable cutting insert having two cutting portions located in diagonally opposite quadrants and two lower abutment elements, and cutting tool therefor
An indexable cutting insert has a central mounting portion and two cutting portions. The central mounting portion has opposing upper and lower surfaces. The lower surface has two abutment elements associated therewith, each abutment element having two diverging abutment surfaces forming two abutment angles. The two cutting portions extend away from the central mounting portion, have distal cutting edges, and are entirely located in diagonally opposite imaginary quadrants of four quadrants defined by two mutually perpendicular quadrant planes. Two abutment bisector planes bisecting the two abutment angles and one of the quadrant planes are parallel or coincident. In a top view, the two cutting portions extend away from the central mounting portion in opposite directions. Two cutting bisector lines parallel to the two directions and bisecting the two cutting edges are mutually offset. A cutting tool has an insert holder and the cutting insert removably retained therein. |
| US11484944B2 |
Three-dimensional printer with two state filter for powdered metal
A three-dimensional printing system for manufacturing three-dimensional articles includes an apparatus, a filtration system, and a controller. The apparatus is a fabrication system that generates ignitable powder dust in an inert atmosphere fluid stream. The filtration system receives the fluid stream and has a plurality of filter units in a parallel arrangement including at least a first filter unit and a second filter unit. The controller is configured to control the filtration unit and to thereby individually operate the plurality of filter units in two states including a filtration state and an oxidation state. When one of the plurality of filter units is operating in the filtration state another of the plurality of filter units is operating in the oxidation state. |
| US11484943B2 |
Additive manufacturing of metal matrix composite feedstock
A feedstock for an additive manufacturing process includes a pre-ceramic polymer intermixed with a base material. A method of additive manufacturing includes melting and pyrolizing a feedstock containing metal and a pre-ceramic polymer. An article of manufacture includes an additive manufacturing component including a pyrolized feedstock. |
| US11484938B2 |
Production lines and methods for ceramic shell making
The present disclosure discloses a production line for ceramic shell making and a method for ceramic shell making. The production line may include a conveyor chain system, a robotic arm, a slurry coating device, and a sanding device. The conveyor chain system may be configured to convey a batch of modules. The robotic arm may be configured to replace and remove one or more modules among the batch of modules relative to the conveyor chain system and hold the one or more modules during a plurality of subsequent operations. The robotic arm may be configured to be moveable to a plurality of positions each of which corresponds to one of a plurality of stations. The slurry coating device may be configured to coat the one or more modules in slurry. The sanding device may be configured to sand the one or more modules. |
| US11484936B2 |
Semiconductor-mounting heat dissipation base plate and production method therefor
In a semiconductor-mounting heat dissipation base plate including: an insulating substrate to which a metal circuit layer for mounting a semiconductor chip thereon is fixed; a heat dissipation base formed from the same metal material as the metal circuit layer at a side opposite to the metal circuit layer across the insulating substrate and fixed to the insulating substrate similar to the metal circuit layer; and a strengthening member provided in the heat dissipation base so as to be separated from the insulating substrate, the sizes of crystal grains of a metal structure at a part of the heat dissipation base or the metal circuit layer are reduced by a crystal size reducing material adhered to a mold, thereby preventing an adverse effect of a columnar crystal structure. |
| US11484930B2 |
Punching tool comprising a punch and a die
A punching tool comprising a punch (42) and a die (46), in particular for manufacturing a creasing plate (24), the die having a straight recess (50) for accommodating material deformed by the punch (42), characterized in that the die (46) has an outer contour which extends, adjacent the open end of the recess (50), at an angle of less than 90° with respect to the longitudinal direction of the recess (50). |
| US11484928B2 |
Bending machine for bending rod-shaped or tubular workpieces
A bending machine for elongated workpieces, comprising a bending tool with a bending head having a bending disc with a bending groove and two slide rails, each having a molding groove and which can be placed laterally against opposing sides of the workpiece. Each slide rail is secured to a support part and laterally supports the workpiece from where the workpiece is fed into the bending groove to a point in front of the bending groove when the slide rail is resting against the workpiece. Each support part is adjustable between a starting position, in which the slide rail does not rest against the workpiece, and a final position, in which the slide rail contacts the workpiece. Upon contacting the workpiece, the other slide rail assumes its starting position. The support parts are attached to a two-arm lever, and a slide piece rests against the workpiece in each lever position. |
| US11484925B2 |
Apparatus for cutting material and system for cutting material
The present invention provides an apparatus for cutting a material, comprising: a frame body installed on a conveying path of a material; a cutting means, mounted on the frame body, for cutting an end portion of the material being conveyed; a laser preheating means for preheating the material by irradiating a laser beam onto the material before being conveyed to the cutting means; and a blocking and reflection means for blocking the laser beams reflected to the cutting means and re-reflecting the laser beam to the material. |
| US11484918B2 |
Barrel cleaner
Disclosed is a barrel cleaner (10), including a cantilevered lift to raise a barrel, bearings (31, 32) to permit rotation of the barrel once raised, and a spray head support (20) including a spray head. In use the barrel may be rotated so that a bung hole of the barrel is in an insertion position, and the support can be operated to insert the spray head into the bung hole. |
| US11484913B2 |
Gas-solid fluidized bed dry beneficiation process using beneficiation density gradient
Provided is a gas-solid fluidized bed dry beneficiation process using a beneficiation density gradient, including: in a dry beneficiation system of a gas-solid fluidized bed, selecting coarse particles and fine particles; placing the coarse particles at a bottom of the dry beneficiation system, and placing the fine particles above the coarse particles, wherein the coarse particles and the fine particles are separated under an initial condition; under an effect of a gas flow, the coarse particles and the fine particles being fluidized to form a high-density beneficiation region and a low-density beneficiation region, respectively, and the coarse particles and the fine particles being mixed at a contact interface to form an intermediate-density beneficiation region; and feeding minerals to be beneficiated from an upper portion of the dry beneficiation system to pass through the low-density beneficiation region, the intermediate-density beneficiation region, and the high-density beneficiation region in sequence. |
| US11484909B1 |
Coated oilfield operational components and methods for protecting and extending the service life of oilfield operational components
Coating compositions for coating an oilfield operational component, and related methods, may include in some aspects a coating composition having a trifunctional silane, a silanol, and a filler. The coating composition may be applied to a surface of the oilfield operational component that is configured to be exposed to a fluid. The coating composition may be applied to at least partially cover or coat the surface. The coating composition may be configured to chemically bond with a cured primer composition that includes an epoxy. |
| US11484903B2 |
Apparatus for withdrawing sprayed paint and withdrawal plate suitable therefor
The present invention relates to a withdrawal plate suitable for an apparatus for withdrawing a sprayed paint to solve a failure of a painting facility and a contamination problem due to paint sludge, which includes: a square frame constituted by left and right side frames 91, an upper frame 92, and a base frame 93; and slats 94 arranged at a predetermined interval within the square frame, in which the left and right side frames 91 facing each other are included in one direction, and the slat 94 is fixed the left and right side frames 91 in an oblique state so that a front is lifted up and moves down backwards when viewed from the side, and multiple slats are consecutively arranged at a predetermined interval in a vertical direction. |
| US11484901B2 |
Drop spreader chutes, drop spreader assemblies and spreading vehicles
A chute for a drop spreader assembly that includes a body having a vertical axis. A funnel portion of the body has an open top to receive flowable material, a dispensing chute portion of the body has a distal dispensing opening and extending along an angle with respect to the vertical axis, and a plurality of directional vanes of the body protrudes into a flowpath within the dispensing chute portion to direct flowable material to an even distribution pattern through the distal dispensing opening. In some forms, the dispensing chute portion can be divided into a central portion and lateral portions separated from the central portion by gaps adapted to receive structure associated with a snow removal device therethrough. Each of the central and lateral portions can have a plurality of directional vanes protruding into a flowpath thereof. |
| US11484900B2 |
Dispenser
Dispensers are disclosed that are adapted to be coupled to a reservoir to dispense a fluid contained in the reservoir. A dispenser includes a pump having a pump chamber, an intake conduit, a discharge conduit, and a pulsation dampener. The pulsation dampener includes a housing with an interior volume and an opening. Further, the pulsation dampener includes a spring biased movable piston located in the interior volume and defines a variable volume headspace between the piston and the opening of the pulsation dampener, the opening being in fluid communication with the discharge conduit. |
| US11484899B2 |
Fluid dispensing apparatus and method
A fluid dispenser including a body, a chamber coupled to or formed as part of the body and configured to contain a quantity of fluid, and a piston coupled to the body and rotatable within the chamber to different position. The piston is movable relative to the chamber in a first direction along an axis to draw fluid into the chamber, and the piston is movable relative to the chamber in a second direction opposite the first direction to discharge fluid from the chamber. The piston has stroke lengths that are selectable via the different rotational positions of the piston and that are associated with metered quantities of fluid to be drawn into the chamber. An anti-reversal feature is disposed between the piston and the body. The anti-reversal feature inhibits reversal of the piston during movement of the piston in the first direction or the second direction. |
| US11484896B2 |
Fluid dispenser and first and second fluid containers for a fluid dispenser
A refillable fluid container for a fluid dispenser is provided. The refillable fluid dispenser includes a body, an output port and a dispensing mechanism. The body includes at least one wall that defines a reservoir for storing fluid therein. The output port is in fluid communication with the reservoir. The dispensing mechanism is associated with the output port. The dispensing mechanism is selectively operable between a closed position and an opened position. A fluid dispenser is also provided. |
| US11484893B2 |
Coating head of mist coating film formation apparatus and maintenance method of same
According to an embodiment of the invention, a coating head of a mist coating film formation apparatus including a main body is provided. The main body includes a top plate in which a supply port capable of supplying one of a cleaning liquid or a mist of a source material solution is provided, a bottom plate provided below the top plate in a vertical direction, and a sidewall provided between the top plate and the bottom plate; and the sidewall includes an upper end and a lower end connected respectively to the top plate and the bottom plate and forms an interior space with the top plate and the bottom plate. The sidewall includes a slit spraying the mist externally from the interior space, and a recovery port capable of recovering the supplied cleaning liquid or a mist coalescing in the interior space. The bottom plate includes a slope having a height becoming lower from an inner perimeter of the sidewall toward the recovery port. |
| US11484892B2 |
Systems and methods for reducing particulate emissions
A particle separator for removing particles from a gaseous stream, the particle separator having a separator body having a centerline axis and a peripheral wall defining a separation chamber, a fluid inlet in fluid communication with the separation chamber, a particle outlet in fluid communication with the separation chamber, a fluid outlet in fluid communication with the separation chamber, and a plurality of angled inlet apertures fluidly coupled between the fluid inlet and the separation chamber. A particulate separation system for removing particles from a gaseous stream, the particulate filtration system having an inlet, an outlet, and a plurality of particle separators located between and in fluid communication with, the inlet and the outlet, wherein each of the plurality of particle separators receives less than about 5 percent by volume of the flow of the gaseous stream entering the inlet. |
| US11484891B2 |
Adjustment of target interface location between separated fluid components in a centrifuge
A fluid separation device includes a centrifuge in which a fluid is separated into at least two components, with an interface therebetween. At least a portion of one of the separated fluid components is removed from the centrifuge and flows through a vessel. Light is reflected off of the separated fluid component in the vessel and received and analyzed to determine its main wavelength. If the main wavelength is higher than a maximum value, a target location of the interface is changed. If the main wavelength is less than the maximum value, then the location of the interface is compared to the target location. When the interface is sufficiently close to the target location, the optical density of the separated fluid component in the vessel is compared to a minimum value. If the optical density is less than the minimum value, the target location of the interface is changed. |
| US11484890B2 |
Electrostatic precipitator
An electrostatic precipitator is provided capable of preventing a reduction in dust collection effect of ionic wind, and increasing dust collection efficiency. The electrostatic precipitator includes: a plurality of collecting electrodes (4) in the form of circular pipes arranged at predetermined intervals in a direction orthogonal to a longitudinal direction of the electrodes; and a plurality of protrusions (5a) protruding toward the collecting electrodes (4) and arranged offset in parallel with the orthogonal direction. An equivalent diameter of a cross section of the collecting electrode (4) is 30 mm to 80 mm. An opening ratio of the collecting electrodes (4) arranged at predetermined intervals is 10% to 70%. |
| US11484888B2 |
Conductive filter unit, conductive filter module including conductive filter unit, and fine dust removing system having conductive filter module
The present disclosure relates to a fine dust removal system including a conductive filter module, and more particularly, to a fine dust removal system having a conductive filter module which includes a cylindrical conductive filter to thereby implement high fine dust removal efficiency with low pressure loss and which can be easily, generally applied to and used in an air cleaner to be installed in windows or in an independent indoor air cleaner. |
| US11484887B2 |
Measuring magnetite buildup in a magnetic filter
A magnetite level monitoring device for a magnetic filter in a central heating system, the magnetic filter including a separation chamber, an inlet to the chamber and an outlet from the chamber, and a magnetic element disposed within the chamber for attracting magnetic particles and removing the magnetic particles from the system water as it flows through the chamber, and the monitoring device including: a housing for placing adjacent to the outside of the separation chamber; a magnetometer mounted to the housing; a magnetic field guide mounted to the housing, the magnetic field guide being disposed between the magnetometer and the outside of the separation chamber, when the housing is mounted to the separation chamber; and output means adapted to issue a notification when the output from the magnetometer exceeds a predetermined threshold. |
| US11484866B2 |
Composite materials and methods of making and use thereof
Disclosed herein are composite materials and methods of making and use thereof. The composite materials disclosed herein can comprise: a first metal oxide particle having a thermal stability and a specific reversible oxygen storage capacity, wherein the first metal oxide particle comprises a first metal oxide comprising a transition metal oxide; and a second metal oxide disposed on the first metal oxide particle; wherein the composite material has a thermal stability and a specific reversible oxygen storage capacity; and wherein the thermal stability of the composite material is greater than the thermal stability of the first metal oxide particle. The methods of use of the composite materials described herein can comprise using the composite material as a catalyst, as an oxygen carrier, as a catalyst support, in a fuel cell, in a catalytic converter, or a combination thereof. |
| US11484861B2 |
Methods and systems relating to photochemical water splitting
InGaN offers a route to high efficiency overall water splitting under one-step photo-excitation. Further, the chemical stability of metal-nitrides supports their use as an alternative photocatalyst. However, the efficiency of overall water splitting using InGaN and other visible light responsive photocatalysts has remained extremely low despite prior art work addressing optical absorption through band gap engineering. Within this prior art the detrimental effects of unbalanced charge carrier extraction/collection on the efficiency of the four electron-hole water splitting reaction have remained largely unaddressed. To address this growth processes are presented that allow for controlled adjustment and establishment of the appropriate Fermi level and/or band bending in order to allow the photochemical water splitting to proceed at high rate and high efficiency. Beneficially, establishing such material surface charge properties also reduces photo-corrosion and instability under harsh photocatalysis conditions. |
| US11484859B2 |
Airflow generation device and manufacturing method for same
An airflow generation device having a first dielectric substrate made from a rubber elastic material, a first electrode on or near by a first surface of the first dielectric substrate, a second electrode on a second surface, and a second dielectric substrate made from a rubber elastic material covering the second electrode. It makes the airflows generated by plasma caused from partial gas near by the first surface through applied voltage into the first electrode and the second electrode, and bonding portions between the first electrode and the second electrode and the first dielectric substrate, bonding portions between the second electrode and the second dielectric substrate, and bonding portions between the first dielectric substrate and the second dielectric substrate are bonded by chemical bonds with chemically crosslinking. |
| US11484857B2 |
Environmentally biodegradable microcapsules
Disclosed is a composition including controlled release particles, wherein each of the controlled release particles includes: (a) a core including at least one hydrophobic active ingredient; and (b) a wall at least partially surrounding the core and including the reaction products of: (i) an organofunctional silane; (ii) an epoxy; (iii) an amine; (iv) an isocyanate; (v) an epoxide curing agent; wherein the controlled release particles are effective to retain the at least one hydrophobic active ingredient upon exposure to water and effective to release the at least one hydrophobic active ingredient in response to friction. A method for preparing the composition is also disclosed. |
| US11484850B2 |
Aerator
An aerator and an associated method and system are provided. The aerator includes an elongate body having a central bore that extends between proximal and distal ends of the body, and a plurality of channels formed in an outer surface of the body, the plurality of channels extending between the proximal and distal ends, and including at least two bends along their lengths. The bends in the channels help to provide a smoother flow of liquids passing through the aerator. |
| US11484831B1 |
Direct air capture system removing carbon dioxide
A direct air capture (DAC) system for removal of carbon dioxide from ambient air has a reaction chamber having an air intake opening and an air exhaust opening, an air movement mechanism positioned to move air from outside through the reaction chamber, utilizing the air intake and the air exhaust openings, and a mechanism introducing sodium hydroxide into the reaction chamber. Carbon dioxide in the air moved through the reaction chamber interacts chemically with the sodium hydroxide, producing sodium carbonate and water. |
| US11484830B2 |
Carbon dioxide separator
A carbon dioxide separator includes an absorption tower for producing a carbon dioxide-rich absorbent and a carbon dioxide-depleted flue gas by reaction of a carbon dioxide-containing flue gas and an absorbent contained therein; a regeneration tower for removing the carbon dioxide-rich absorbent transferred from the absorption tower in the presence of the flowing gas to separate the same into a carbon dioxide-rich treatment gas and a carbon dioxide-lean absorbent; and a separation membrane module for selectively membrane-separating and concentrating the carbon dioxide, wherein the carbon dioxide-containing flue gas is transferred to the absorption tower as a carbon dioxide-lean flue gas obtained via the separation membrane module, and the flowing gas is transferred to the regeneration tower as the carbon dioxide-rich flue gas obtained via the separation membrane module from the carbon dioxide-containing flue gas. |
| US11484827B2 |
Carbon dioxide sequestration in natural gas pipelines
Disclosed are processes, apparatuses, and systems that can be used in natural gas pipelines to significantly reduce the CO2 emissions of the natural gas pipelines, by capturing combusted flue gas which is normally wasted and putting it back to the pipelines, which can also be monetized (e.g., carbon credits). One example process may include producing a captured CO2 stream from a combustion gas of a gas turbine in a natural gas pipeline, compressing the captured CO2 stream, and combining the compressed CO2 stream with natural gas transported in the natural gas pipeline. |
| US11484826B2 |
Process for purifying crude synthesis gas to produce an acid gas and acid gas separator
The invention relates to a gas scrubbing process for purifying crude synthesis gas with methanol as a physical absorption medium, wherein an acid gas comprising at least hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is produced. The acid gas is produced in a hot regenerator arranged downstream of an absorption apparatus and subsequently separated from gaseous methanol in an acid gas separator by cooling and condensation. The acid gas separator has a condensation region and an absorption region, wherein both regions are separated from one another by a gas-permeable tray. This has the result that impurities such as hydrogen cyanide and/or ammonia outgassing from a first acid gas substream are not reabsorbed in the condensation region of the acid gas separator, thus avoiding an accumulation of impurities in the hot regenerator or other parts of the gas scrubbing plant. The invention further relates to an acid gas separator and to the use of the acid gas separator according to the invention in a process according to the invention. |
| US11484824B2 |
Method for determining utilized capacity of an air filter
A method, an air treatment device and a system associated with determining a degree of utilized capacity of a filter for processing air present in an ambient volume. Determining a total accumulated pollutant amount in the filter. Comparing the determined total accumulated pollutant amount to a reference pollutant amount to determine the degree of utilized capacity. The reference pollutant amount is a pollutant amount present in the filter when the air treatment device produces a predetermined clean air flow. The accumulated pollutant amount in the filter is determined based on data obtained from a sensor arranged to measure a current pollutant concentration in the ambient volume and/or pollutant concentration data indicative of a current pollutant concentration in the ambient volume and an estimated volume of air processed by the air treatment device. The volume is estimated based on a current air flow through the filter. |
| US11484821B2 |
Filter media including adhesives
Articles and methods involving filter media are generally provided. In certain embodiments, the filter media includes at least a first layer, a second layer, and an adhesive resin positioned between the first layer and the second layer. In some embodiments, the first layer may be a pre-filter layer or a support layer. The second layer may, for example, comprise fibers formed by a solution spinning process and/or may comprise fine fibers. In some embodiments, the adhesive resin may be present in a relatively low amount and/or may have a low glass transition temperature. The filter media as a whole may have one or more advantageous properties, including one or more of a high stiffness, a high bond strength between the first layer and the second layer, a high gamma, and/or a low increase in air resistance after being subjected to an IPA vapor discharge. The filter media may be, for example, a HEPA filter and/or an ULPA filter. |
| US11484818B2 |
Self-cleaning screen
Various implementations include a self-cleaning screen device including a screen and auger. The screen is a hollow cylinder and has a screen central axis, a screen inner surface, a screen outer surface opposite and radially spaced apart from the screen inner surface, a screen first end, and a screen second end opposite and axially spaced apart from the screen first end. The screen outer surface defines a plurality of openings extending radially to the screen inner surface. The auger is helically shaped and has an auger central axis, an auger first end, and an auger second end opposite and axially spaced apart from the auger first end. The auger is disposed around at least a portion of the screen outer surface such that the auger central axis and the screen central axis are coincident with each other. The auger is rotatable about the auger central axis relative to the screen. |
| US11484816B2 |
Isolation of extracellular vesicles (EVs) from biological fluid samples
The invention relates to compositions and methods for isolating extracellular vesicles (EVs) from a biological fluid sample. The compositions and methods of the invention are based on the combination of a polycation with an extracellular matrix forming polymer. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are isolated from biological fluids such as blood, serum, plasma, saliva, urine or cerebrospinal fluid, or from the conditioned medium of a cell culture, such as an adult stem cell culture. The use of the isolation methods and compositions of the invention results in a higher EVs recovery, enrichment in exosomes, simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and in the isolation of EVs that retain their biological activities in vitro. |
| US11484814B2 |
Pump separating gas from liquid
A centrifugal pump separating gases from liquids pumps fluid containing gas comprises a pump housing divided into a working fluid chamber and an empty chamber by a baffle, the empty chamber connected to the working fluid chamber by an opening and connected to a gas separation assembly by a pumping chamber duct; an inlet for drawing liquid into pump, a outlet for pumping liquid outward and a separated gas exhaust port; an electric motor with protective cover drives an impeller cluster to create rotary movement; gas separator has a spring of sufficient hardness to control the gas discharge valve to open and close; this gas separator is connected to the empty chamber by the duct mentioned above and connected to the pump outlet by the bleed hole. During operation, when suction gas reaches a certain amount, reduced pressure at the pump outlet opens the valve to release the gas. |
| US11484812B2 |
Method of separating solid electrolyte and cathode active material which are contained in slurry
A method of easily separating a solid electrolyte and a cathode active material which are contained in a slurry is disclosed. The method of separating a solid electrolyte and a cathode active material which are contained in a slurry includes: adding a fluorine-based solvent to the slurry containing the solid electrolyte and the cathode active material, the cathode active material containing at least one selected from nickel, cobalt and manganese as a constituent element. |
| US11484811B2 |
Fidget accessory and system for providing the same
A fidget accessory which includes a plurality of stones that geometrically cooperate with a bowl. The bowl includes a bowl base on which the plurality of stones are configured to be arranged in a base orientation. The bowl includes a bowl lip circumferentially surrounding a top edge of the bowl, and a bowl ramp extending between the bowl lip and the bowl base. One or more magnets in the bowl base have a polarity opposite to corresponding magnets in the plurality of stones such that the plurality of stone are magnetically engaged with the bowl. |
| US11484810B2 |
Accessory of light-sabre type
A light-sabre type accessory comprises a tubular blade including a tube with a proximal end and a distal end. The accessory also includes a handle having a sleeve with first and second ends, into which is inserted a control unit controlling at least one lighting source lighting the tubular blade. A system for removably fixing the tubular blade on the handle through its proximal end includes a mouthpiece fitted to the proximal end of the tube and a clamping ring engaged to be fitted onto the mouthpiece and fixed to the first end of the sleeve. The mouthpiece also includes a shoulder able to abut against the first end of the sleeve and the sleeve includes, from its first end, a well in which the mouthpiece is engaged up to its shoulder, the clamping ring being engaged from the distal end of the tube to be fitted onto the mouthpiece. |
| US11484809B2 |
Holding and take-off device for hydropneumatically driven aircraft, in particular model rockets
A holding and starting device for hydro-pneumatically driven aircrafts composed of a base body carrying a flange that can be connected to it, the flange furthermore merging into a hollow cylinder portion receiving at least one sealing ring, latches pivotable about a shaft, and having a latch engagement means for a locking ring of the aircraft, and a release ring rotatably mounted on the base body, so that a release of the locking ring of the aircraft can take place. The latches have an actuating surface, which surface causes a pivoting movement of the latches when a nozzle-like neck portion of the aircraft is put on. With or at a rotation of the release ring against pretension, stop ends of the latches move into a respective associated setoff or a respective associated recess, so that the latches release the locking ring for starting. |
| US11484806B2 |
Buoyancy assisted toy packaging
A toy package is partially submerged in liquid to cause the toy package to move from a closed configuration to an open configuration. The toy package includes a first portion supported by a second portion. At least one of the first portion and the second portion being movable relative to the other one of the first portion and the second portion from the closed configuration to the open configuration. A toy is disposed in the toy package. A buoyancy system assists the toy package to move from the closed configuration to the open configuration when the buoyancy system is submerged in the liquid. The toy package can further include a water soluble film sealing the first portion to the second portions. |
| US11484805B1 |
Doll and interchangeable hat assembly
A doll and interchangeable hat assembly for celebrating events and entertainment includes a doll, which comprises a body and a head. Each of a plurality of hats is selectively engageable to the doll so that the hat is positioned on and extends from the head of the doll. Each hat has a respective theme so that the plurality of hats comprises hats having a variety of themes. A respective hat having an associated theme is selectively engageable to the doll so that the respective hat acknowledges an event associated with the associated theme. |
| US11484804B2 |
Motion exaggerating virtual reality ride systems and methods
Techniques for improving ride experience provided by a virtual reality ride system, which includes an electronic display that presents virtual reality image content to a rider of a ride vehicle, sensors that measure sensor data indicative of movement characteristics of the ride vehicle, and virtual reality processing circuitry. The virtual reality processing circuitry determines a predicted movement profile of the ride vehicle based on the sensor data, in which the predicted movement profile indicates that the ride vehicle is expected to move a predicted movement magnitude during a predicted movement duration, determines a target perceived movement magnitude greater than the predicted movement magnitude by applying a movement-exaggeration factor to the predicted movement magnitude, and determines movement-exaggerated virtual reality image content to be presented on the electronic display at least in part by adapting default virtual reality image content to incorporate the target perceived movement magnitude. |
| US11484802B2 |
Interactive gameplay playback system
The disclosure provides a video playback system for use within a game application and/or other interactive computing environments. The video playback system can be used to capture gameplay during execution of a game application. The captured gameplay video can be processed and stored within the game application or in a network accessible location. |
| US11484798B2 |
Event-based currency
An approach to facilitating event-based currency is provided. A first virtual currency usable by users of a game space to purchase in-space benefits may be managed. An event in the game space that is conducted during an event time period may be managed such that, during the event time period, an event virtual currency may be distributed to one or more of the users as a reward for certain operations and/or achievements performed in the game space during the event time period. Exchanges of in-space benefits associated with the event virtual currency may be effectuated for one or more of the users. In some implementations, the event virtual currency may not available to the users after the event time period, while the first virtual currency may be available to the users during and after the event time period. |
| US11484797B2 |
Systems and methods for capture and use of local elements in gameplay
A computer-implemented method is provided for enabling virtual gameplay. Access is provided to at least one video game in which a player is able to interact with the video game according to a storyline. A player location is detected and stored. A local element is retrieved from a database based on the player location and the local element is correlated to a local element script actuatable in the video game. This local element script is retrieved and actuated in the video game to supplement or replace the video game's storyline. |
| US11484793B1 |
Game control
An apparatus and a method for game control. A graphical user interface is generated and displayed on a display screen. The graphical user interface presents at least one user-controllable object and at least one target object. A user is enabled to provide a user input to control a movement of the at least one user-controllable object within the graphical user interface. A predetermined area is identified around the at least one user-controllable object in the graphical user interface. It is detected whether or not the at least one target object lies within the predetermined area in the graphical user interface. If it is detected that the at least one target object lies within the predetermined area, an action is executed on the at least one target object from the at least one user-controllable object. |
| US11484788B2 |
Apparatus and method for predicting result of the computer game
An apparatus and a method for predicting a result of a computer game at a specific time point using obtaining play attributes of the computer game in a time slot including the specific time point; and predicting the result of the computer game at the specific time point by inputting the play attributes to a game result prediction model corresponding to the time slot are provided. |
| US11484781B2 |
Team tracking kits and associated methods
Team tracking kits, methods of using a team tracking kits, and methods or providing team tracking kits are described. An example embodiment of a team tracking kit includes an elongate member, a first token, and a first plurality of tokens. The first token includes a representation of a first team. Each token of the first plurality of tokens includes a representation of a rival team, a representation of an event within a postseason within which the first team can participate, or a representation of an event within a tournament within which the first team can participate. |
| US11484773B2 |
Folding and collapsible snowboard pole mounting system
A detachable snowboard and snowboard pole with a collapsible shaft divided into segments, a basket tip, and a handle. In exemplary embodiments, the pole affixes to a planar top surface of the snowboard using a mounting system comprising a plurality of clamps at staggered attachment points, each clamp adapted to form a friction fit with segments of the snowboard pole, each clamp oriented in parallel with one another. |
| US11484772B2 |
Self-propelled vehicle
A personal self-propelled vehicle for travelling on snow using ski comprises a closed-loop flexible ribbon configured to envelope the ski over its length so as to pass under at least a portion of a sliding surface, two rollers and configured for installation on longitudinally opposite ends of the ski and to interact with the ribbon. The roller is a driving roller and is engaged with a motor comprising a control means and with the ribbon to transfer force for translational movement thereof. The roller is a guiding roller. The ribbon canvas has multiple via openings divided by webs and substantially constitutes a lattice. Dimensions and positions of the openings and parameters of the webs between them are selected so the sliding surface of the ski abuts on snow through the openings during motion of the vehicle, while the webs sink in snow under load of the vehicle bearing the user and provide repulsion from snow packed by the ski, thus assuring the ski sliding in longitudinal direction. |
| US11484769B2 |
Leg pads for a hockey goalkeeper
A leg pad for a hockey goalkeeper playing hockey (e.g., ice hockey) is provided. The leg pad comprises a frontal portion, a medial portion, and a lateral portion respectively configured to be positioned adjacent to a front, a medial side, and a lateral side of a goalkeeper's leg when the leg pad is worn on the leg. The leg pad comprises an outer shell comprising an outer surface of the leg pad, an inner liner for facing the leg, and protective padding disposed between the molded outer shell and the inner liner. The outer shell may comprise molded foam. |
| US11484766B2 |
Display method, information processing device, and computer-readable recording medium
A display method executed by a processor includes: acquiring an identification result relating to any one of a plurality of elements included in a series of exercise and a position of an athlete that performs the elements based on 3D sensing data that is acquired by sensing the series of exercise by the athlete of a sport scored by a judge and an element dictionary data in which characteristics of an element and a position of the sport scored by a judge are defined; identifying any one of an element and a position that is being displayed in a 3D model video based on the 3D sensing data corresponding to the series of exercise, based on the identification result; and identifying, for the any one of the element and the position being displayed, time information corresponding to a boundary with any one of a next element and a next position. |
| US11484765B2 |
Walking support system, walking support method, and program
A walking support system is a walking support system which supports walking of a user, and includes a display unit, a landing timing detection unit configured to detect landing at the time of walking of the user, a target landing timing setting unit configured to set a target landing timing of the user on the basis of an output of the landing timing detection unit, and a display control unit configured to cause the display unit to display an auxiliary image prompting the user to land at the target landing timing. |
| US11484763B2 |
Ball game apparatus
A ball game apparatus in which movements of a coded ball (20) are detected by detector units (100, 206) and an automatic indication of a player's score is given, where data relating to the ball (20) are stored in a database connected to the detector units (100, 206), the data including the code of a ball (20) and a code relating to a player to whom the ball (20) has been allocated, the ball (20) being configured to temporarily store, and to intermittently transfer to the detector units (100, 206) and thence to the database, data relating to the ball's movements. A rechargeable battery (40) is contained within the ball (20), and is arranged to be charged by a battery charging system. Features of the game may be controlled by means of a player's mobile telephone. |
| US11484759B2 |
Basketball architecture
A basketball goal system comprising a backboard assembly and suspension frame affixed to the back surface, a suspension structure connected to the suspension frame of the backboard and a goal indication system which interfaces to at least one of the suspension structure or backboard to cause an indication (of various colors) to be presented via the suspension system and/or the backboard which indication relates to the shot points associated with a shot attempted at the goal. The goal indication system causes presentation of a cue on a front surface of the backboard, which cue is of a color corresponding to shot points. The backboard elements and light emission of the suspension frame can be controlled synchronously or asynchronously. |
| US11484758B2 |
Annular multimedia stadium goalpost and multipurpose target display system
An annular multimedia stadium goalpost and multipurpose target display system. The system includes a rear support-and-multimedia assembly for supporting the net and producing audible and visual effects. The system also includes a at least one annular frame and a primary projector. The rear support-and-multimedia assembly includes a support assembly and a multimedia bar system. The support assembly maintains the annular frame and the multimedia bar system in an orientation that facilitates playing sports and projecting information. The multimedia bar system includes a plurality of lights, a plurality of first speakers, a plurality of sponsor display panels, a retractably screen assembly, and a retractably underground projector in order to audible and visually convey content regarding the sports game and advertisements to the audience. The system also includes an annular display, and a multitude of rangefinder laser-detector video cameras to track, record, and present gameplay live. |
| US11484757B1 |
Support structures for golf club heads and methods of manufacturing improved support structures
A golf club head, preferably a putter head, comprising at least one structural support member is disclosed herein. The structural support member has a smooth, organic-looking aesthetic, with a continuously changing curvature along its spline and at least one surface, and preferably connects one portion of the golf club head to another portion. Where the support member connects to other portions of the golf club head, the surfaces of the member have a curvature that changes smoothly and continuously, lacking any sharp corners. The support member may be part of a lattice structure formed via binder jetting. |
| US11484752B2 |
Jump counting method for jump rope
A jump counting method for jump rope is provided. The jump counting method comprises: S1, obtaining an original video data of a jump rope movement, and extracting an audio data and an image data from the original video data; S2, calculating the number of jumps of the rope jumper according to an audio information and an image information extracted from the audio data and the image data; and S3, outputting and displaying the calculation result. |
| US11484747B2 |
Portable door mounted exercise apparatus
A portable door mounted exercise apparatus includes a removable strap mount assembly for attachment to a door, and a cable/pulley assembly that includes handles for pulling the cable to stretch a resistance band that is affixed to the strap mount assembly. The lower portion of the resistance band is secured to the bottom of the strap at an anchor point via a carabiner or clip, so that when a user pulls on the handles, either downwardly or outwardly, for instance, the resistance band is stretched, thereby providing resistance for purposes of exercise. When not in use, the portable door mounted exercise apparatus may be removed from the door, disassembled, and the straps can be folded or rolled up for purposes of storage and/or transport. |
| US11484746B2 |
Foldable exercise device
A foldable exercise device with a chin-up exercise apparatus and a dip exercise apparatus suspendable from the chin-up exercise apparatus. The chin-up exercise apparatus has a top horizontal member and a bottom horizontal member connected by two connecting members. Each connecting member has a door header hook and a parallel chin-up handle that rotate on the connecting member from a flat configuration to an exercise configuration. In the exercise configuration the chin-up exercise apparatus can engage a door frame. In the exercise configuration the parallel chin-up handles can be used for neutral chin-ups. The dip exercise apparatus has two vertical members spaced apart by a horizontal connecting member. The vertical members have a bottom end with a bottom grip. The bottom grip can be rotated from a flat configuration to an exercise configuration. In the exercise configuration the bottom grips can be used to do dip exercises. |
| US11484740B2 |
Method and system for identifying flow in hydrant outlet
The present invention provides an apparatus for identifying irregular flow, at the entrance of hydrant outlet. The apparatus comprised of: a ring shaped housing having interface for connecting on one end the hydrant pipe end and on the other end to the hydrant outlet part, at least two flow detection sensors positioned in said ring shaped housing, located at predefined distance for each other, a processor for analyzing in real-time sensors measurements, by checking time differences between the detectors received signals and differences between measurements level of the detectors, wherein based on said analysis is determined if the liquid flow is in outward direction form the hydrant or in ward direction from into the hydrant and for calculating flow quantity and communication module for sending alerts based on the analyzed data. |
| US11484737B2 |
Automated water volume estimation
According to an aspect, a computer-implemented method for water volume estimation includes detecting water based at least in part on sensor-based data; determining a volume of water based at least in part on the sensor-based data; determining a location at the water for an aircraft to retrieve water via a water retrieving apparatus; and translating the location of the water into pilot inputs to guide the aircraft to the water. |
| US11484735B2 |
Fall protection cable system for roofing installation on steel buildings and method of use and installation thereof
A fall protection cable system configured for installation of a roof on a steel building includes a starting support post, a final support post, and a support cable. The starting support post is configured for attachment to a first side of the steel building and has a bottom starting end configured to attach to the first side of the steel building and a top starting end extending above the roof. The final support post is configured for attachment to a second side of the steel building and has a bottom final end configured to attach to the second side of the steel building and a top final end extending above the roof on the second side. The support cable is configured to be connected at an elevated position above the roof of the steel building between the top starting end and the top final end. |
| US11484732B2 |
Medical radiation device
A radiation medical device, including a main support, and a radiation assembly (30) and an imaging assembly (20) respectively located at both ends of the main support. After an imaging scan is completed and pathological tissue positioning pictures are taken, a patient is directly moved to the other end of the main support to allow the radiation assembly (30) to perform radiation therapy to improve the efficiency of the radiation therapy after the completion of pathological tissue positioning, and effectively reduce movement of the patient when the patient is being moved for radiation therapy after the imaging assembly (20) completes pathological tissue positioning, thus reducing pathological tissue positioning error caused by too much movement. |
| US11484731B2 |
Cognitive optogenetics probe and analysis
Technical solutions are described for implementing an optogenetics treatment using a probe and probe controller are described. A probe controller controls a probe to perform the method that includes emitting, by a light source of the probe, the probe is embeddable in a tissue, a light wave to interact with a corresponding chemical in one or more cells in the tissue. The method further includes capturing, by a sensor of the probe, a spectroscopy of the light wave interacting with the corresponding chemical. The method further includes sending, by the probe, the spectroscopy to an analysis system. The method further includes receiving, by the probe, from the analysis system, adjusted parameters for the light source, and adjusting, by a controller of the probe, settings of the light source according to the received adjusted parameters to emit a different light wave to interact with the corresponding chemical. |
| US11484728B2 |
Phototherapy for domesticated animals method and apparatus
A method and apparatus to provide phototherapy to companion animals. The apparatus includes at least one light source configured to flood illuminate inside a housing, a housing sized to surround at least one companion animal, and a control system to adjust the light flux and light duration of the at least one light source. The method includes providing said apparatus and flood illuminating at least one companion animal with a clinically significant light flux and light duration. |
| US11484726B2 |
System and method for performing translumbosacral neuromodulation therapy in a subject
A system and method which performs translumbosacral neuromodulation therapy in a subject by outputting pulses of magnetic energy onto the lumbar and sacral nerves of the subject is described. The system includes a control unit, an anorectal probe, at least one skin electrode, a first magnetic coil, a second magnetic coil, and a neurophysiological recorder. The control unit manages the system components. The anorectal probe and the skin electrode detect muscle activity when a nerve from the back of the subject is stimulated. The first magnetic coil outputs singular pulses of magnetic energy to localize a plurality of optimal stimulation sites. The second magnetic coil outputs repetitive pulses of magnetic energy to each of the plurality of optimal stimulation sites in order to treat medical problems. The neurophysiological recorder displays motor-evoked potential (MEP) data that is detected by the anorectal probe and the skin electrode through electromyographic sensors. |
| US11484723B2 |
Attachment devices and associated methods of use with a nerve stimulation charging device
Methods for transcutaneous charging of an implanted device may include removably coupling a charging device with a carrier having adhesive tabs, the tabs being movable between a first position configured to be spaced away from a skin surface and a second position configured to be urged against the skin surface; engaging a bottom surface of the charging device at least partially against the skin surface with the tabs in the first position; positioning the charging device until it is at least partially positioned over or proximate the implanted medical device; and moving the tabs to the second position so that respective adhesive surfaces of the tabs contact and adhere to the skin of the patient sufficiently to support the charging device coupled with the carrier for a duration of time sufficient to charge the implanted device. |
| US11484722B2 |
System and method for an electrical implant device with increased patient compliance
A system and method for powering a medical device that includes a fixture configured for periodic patient proximity; external electrical coupling device integrated into the fixture wherein the external electrical coupling device comprises at least one external energy coupler and is configured to detect presence of an electrical medical device implant in a transmission zone of the external electrical coupling device; an electrical medical device implant, wherein the electrical medical device implant comprises at least one implant energy coupler; and wherein the external electrical coupling device is configured to couple to the implantable medical device through a wireless energy transmission between the external energy coupler and the implant energy coupler when presence of the implantable medical device is within a transmission zone. |
| US11484720B2 |
Electromedical adapter, electromedical electrode and electromedical pulse generator
An electromedical adapter, an electromedical electrode and an electromedical pulse generator are provided for the field of medical electrical stimulation. In order to connect a non-coiled electrode portion (3) to a coiled electrode portion (2), in particular the adapter (1) is provided, having at least one contact element (5) which can be contacted by a coiled electrode portion (2) of an electrode (4) in such a way that the coiled electrode portion (2) surrounds, i.e. radially surrounds, a longitudinal axis of the main body (7) of the adapter with the at least one coiled conductor (8) thereof. |
| US11484714B2 |
Cochlear implant localization system
A navigation system or combination of navigation systems can be used to provide one or more navigation modalities to track a position and navigate a single instrument in a volume. For example, both an Electromagnetic (EM) and Electropotential (EP) navigation system can be used to navigate an instrument within the volume. The two navigation systems may be used separately to selectively individually navigate the single instrument in the volume. Disclosed are also systems and processes to determine a shape of the single instrument either alone or in combination with the position of the instrument. The instrument may be navigated with the addition of tracking devices or with native or inherent portions of the instrument. |
| US11484707B2 |
Device that can be held in one hand for electrically assisted skin treatment, additional part for said device and blister pack for said additional part
A hand-held device for electrically assisted skin treatment includes a skin electrode and a hand electrode. An absorbent carrier material is soaked with an active ingredient. The absorbent carrier material is fastened to a ring and the ring is clippable onto the hand-held device. The absorbent carrier material extends over the skin electrode when the ring is in a clipped-on state with respect to the hand-held device. |
| US11484704B2 |
Implanted medical devices having electrode assemblies
Disclosed herein are electrode assemblies configured for use with a medical device, such as an implantable medical device. In one aspect, the disclosed electrode assembly includes at least a first electrode and a second electrode, each of which is configured to deliver electrical stimuli to a body part of a recipient. The electrode assembly also includes a first wire that is attached at one end to the first electrode and comprises a conductor that has a first diameter, and a second wire that is attached to the second electrode and comprises a conductor that has a second diameter, with the first diameter being greater than the second diameter. Additionally, each of the first wire and the second wire pass through a proximal end of the assembly is configured to connect the one of the electrodes to a stimulation unit of a medical device. |
| US11484700B1 |
Mechanical treatment of heart failure
Apparatus is provided for treating heart failure, the apparatus including one or more propeller blades and a controller, which is configured to rotate the one or more propeller blades to produce continuous non-pulsatile blood flow not synchronized with a cardiac cycle of a subject. An intra-atrial anchor includes a stent surrounding the one or more propeller blades. The intra-atrial anchor is coupled to the one or more propeller blades and configured to be anchored in a left atrium of the subject so as to position the one or more propeller blades in the left atrium oriented such that the one or more propeller blades, when rotated by the controller, draw blood from the left atrium and expel the blood in the left atrium toward a mitral valve, thereby increasing atrial pressure above the mitral valve. Other embodiments are also described. |
| US11484699B2 |
Welding overtube
Apparatus and methods are described including coupling a rigid tube to a drive cable that comprises a plurality of coiled wires, by placing ends of the drive cable and the rigid tube at a given location within a butt-welding overtube. The ends of the drive cable and the rigid tube are visible when they are disposed at the given location within the butt-welding overtube, via a window defined by the butt-welding overtube. The placement of the drive cable within the butt-welding overtube is such that a helical groove within a portion of the butt-welding overtube is disposed over the drive cable. Welding rings are formed around the butt-welding overtube. Other applications are also described. |
| US11484697B2 |
Pinch clamp
Pinch clamps are provided which generate positive displacement while also preventing rebound. To prevent rebound while providing positive displacement, the upper and lower clamping surfaces may be configured to form a pinch profile along which the tubing is compressed with the pinch point being formed at the distal end of the pinch profile. To further prevent rebound, the lower arm of the pinch clamp can include blocking ribs that interface with the upper clamping surface to prevent distal travelling of the pinch point even if the upper arm is forced into an over-engaged position. |
| US11484687B2 |
Catheter
A catheter includes a hollow shaft, a multi-thread coil body covering the hollow shaft, and a cover member covering the multi-thread coil body. The multi-thread coil body includes a ring-shaped or substantially hollow cylindrical joint part in which distal ends of a plurality of element wires are joined in a circumferential direction, a coil main body located at a proximal side of the joint part in an axial direction, in which an outer shape of a cross section of each of the plurality of element wires is circular, and a transition part located between the joint part and the coil main body, in which a width of at least one of the plurality of element wires widens toward a distal end of the element wire. |
| US11484684B2 |
System and method for anesthetizing eustachian tube
A system for delivering a fluid to a Eustachian tube (ET) of a patient includes a guide member and a tubular member. The guide member includes a shaft having a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a bend at the distal portion. The bend is configured to provide access to an opening in the ET. The system further includes a tubular member comprising a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending therebetween. The tubular member is sized to fit within the ET. One or both of the tubular member and the guide member comprises a first stop member configured to engage the other of the tubular member or the guide member. The first stop member is configured to restrict a distal advancement of the tubular member relative to the guide member. |
| US11484682B2 |
Humidifier with ingress protection for use in CPAP therapy
An apparatus includes a housing having a gas flow generator for generating a flow of breathing gas and a humidifier disposed therein having a chamber for housing a volume of water. The chamber has a top opening for providing the volume of water therein. The apparatus further includes a lid coupled to the housing that is movable between a first position wherein the lid covers the top opening and a second position wherein the lid does not cover the top opening. The apparatus also includes a passage which extends from a first end positioned and structured to receive the flow of breathing gas from the gas flow generator to an opposite second end positioned on the lid and structured to expel the flow of breathing gas into the chamber. An outlet for conveying the flow of breathing gas from the chamber out of the housing is positioned on the housing. |
| US11484680B2 |
Gas concentrator with removable cartridge adsorbent beds
A portable oxygen concentrator designed for medical use where the sieve beds, adsorbers, are designed to be replaced by a patient. The concentrator is designed so that the beds are at least partially exposed to the outside of the system and can be easily released by a simple user-friendly mechanism. Replacement beds may be installed easily by patients, and all gas seals will function properly after installation. |
| US11484678B2 |
Breathing mask with coupling elements for head strap
The invention relates to a respiratory mask of modular construction. The main components are reduced to four parts and are provided by the mask body, the forehead support, the mask bead and the attachment piece. The design, according to the invention, of the outflow structure between mask body and forehead support makes apertures in the mask body unnecessary for this purpose. The strap coupling in the region of the mask body is made easier by a funnel-shaped guide structure such that it is possible in a simple manner even without seeing it. |
| US11484675B2 |
Airway adaptor, biological information acquiring system, and oxygen mask
An airway adaptor includes: a gas passage into which a respiratory gas of a subject is to flow; a respiratory gas introducing portion which is configured to guide the respiratory gas expired from at least one of nostrils and a mouth of the subject, to the gas passage; and an airway case on which a temperature sensor that is configured to detect a temperature change of the respiratory gas flowing into the gas passage is mountable. |
| US11484674B2 |
Unobtrusive nasal mask
A patient interface for delivering pressurized breathable gas to a patient includes a flexible sealing portion with an orifice and sides that are adapted to engage with and form a seal with sides of the patient's nose. The orifice is configured so that a supply of breathable gas is deliverable to the patient through the orifice. The patient interface also includes a supporting portion that is in contact with and supports the flexible sealing portion. The patient interface further includes a pair of lateral headgear connector arms arranged at an angle with respect to the orifice in the flexible sealing portion. Each lateral headgear connector arm has a headgear tab. The angle between each lateral headgear connector arm and the orifice is adjustable. In addition, the flexibility of the lateral headgear connector arms allows the headgear tabs to touch an outer surface of the flexible sealing portion. |
| US11484673B2 |
Electrically operated aerosol generation system
An aerosol generation system for generation of an aerosol from an aerosol-forming precursor includes an electrically operated heating system to heat the precursor to generate the aerosol, a flow path for transmission of flow, including the aerosol, to a user, the heating system arranged in fluid communication with the flow path, and electrical circuitry. The electrical circuitry is configured to determine a characteristic associated with a second order time derivative of a property of electrical energy through the heating system, and to determine a property related to the flow of the flow path based on the characteristic of the second order time derivative. |
| US11484672B2 |
Opioid overdose treatment assembly
A opioid overdose treatment assembly for treating an opioid overdose includes a housing that can be worn on a user. An inhaler is coupled to the housing and the inhaler contains an aerosolized medication for treating an opioid overdose. The inhaler is actuatable to release a pre-determined amount of the aerosolized medication for inhalation by the user when the user is suffering from an opioid overdose. A communicator is coupled to the housing and the communicator is in wireless communication with a communication network. In this way the communicator can be placed in communication with emergency responders. |
| US11484664B2 |
Huber safety needle
Disclosed is a Huber needle assembly that may include an upper body connected to a lower body, the assembly being structured to retain a needle for insertion/extraction of the needle into/from an insertion site. The upper body can statically retain the needle while the lower body may slidably receive the needle. The lower body can further include a catch that engages a tip of the needle and/or misaligns the tip of the needle with a needle aperture of the lower body to place the assembly in a safety-lock position, preventing rebound, needle-stick injury, and/or any type of exposure of the needle tip to an environment outside of the lower body. The assembly can further bias the needle in a direction so as to prevent re-emergence of the needle tip after being withdrawn into the lower body. |
| US11484663B2 |
Drug delivery device
The disclosure relates to a drug delivery device including: a housing configured to contain a drug container with a needle, a needle shroud that is telescopically connected to the housing, and a cap that is configured to be releasably connected to the housing before use of the device. At least one of the cap and the needle shroud is adapted to unreleasably lock the cap onto the housing after reapplying the cap onto the housing after the drug delivery device is used. |
| US11484662B2 |
Medicament injection device
A medicament delivery device comprising: a main body arranged to receive a medicament cartridge sealed with a penetrable barrier; a needle carrier carrying a needle; a cap removably coupled to the needle carrier, a pre-stressed spring connected to the needle carrier and to the main body, wherein the pre-stressed spring is held by an activation element coupled to the cap, wherein the activation element is arranged to release the spring when the cap is pulled in a distal direction from the device, thereby causing the needle carrier to move axially in a proximal direction. |
| US11484656B2 |
Drug solution administration device and method for controlling drug solution administration device
A drug solution administration device includes a drug solution reservoir, a drive unit, a rotation detection unit, and a control unit. The control unit counts the number of rotations of the drive unit from when a rotation sensor value reaches a blockage start threshold value until the rotation sensor value reaches a blockage detection threshold value. Further, the control unit determines that a blockage of a flow path has occurred when the rotation sensor value reaches the blockage detection threshold value, and rotates the drive unit in a direction opposite to a direction in which the drug solution is administered based on the counted number of rotations. |
| US11484652B2 |
Closed-loop blood glucose control systems and methods
An automated closed-loop blood glucose control system comprises a continuous glucose-monitoring sensor (101), a subcutaneous insulin delivery device (103); and a controller (105) which determines a maximal allowable insulin injection amount and determines an insulin delivery control signal on the basis of the maximal allowable insulin injection amount and the quantity of insulin to inject. |
| US11484651B2 |
Personalized parameter modeling methods and related devices and systems
Medical devices and related patient management systems and parameter modeling methods are provided. An exemplary method of operating a sensing device associated with a patient involves obtaining current operational context information associated with the sensing device, obtaining a parameter model associated with the patient, calculating a current parameter value based on the parameter model and the current operational context information, obtaining one or more signals from a sensing element configured to measure a condition in a body of the patient, and providing an output that is influenced by the calculated current parameter value and the one or more signals. |
| US11484637B2 |
Autoimmune mechanical immunomodulation
The present disclosure describes a novel therapeutic apheresis system and, more specifically, methods and an apparatus for performing therapeutic apheresis. The present disclosure provides highly efficient methods for therapeutic apheresis that modulate the immune system, thereby resulting in treatment of one or more underlying immunological disease processes. In some embodiments, the disclosed methods return at least a portion of blood from an extracorporeal circuit to a patient in pulsatile flow, where the portion of blood that is returned is augmented. In other embodiments, the disclosed methods and apparatus use the central arterial system to exchange volumes of plasma to immunomodulate disease processes. |
| US11484636B2 |
Medical device having integrated sterile work platform
A medical device, such as a dialysis machine, may have multiple features and components that must be checked and attached prior to a treatment, and operators often lay tubing and other components on a surface after removing them from packaging. The system described herein provides a sterile work platform that is integrated with the medical device. In an example, the platform may be moveably coupled to the medical device. In a first position, the platform is positioned within or against the medical device, and, in a second position, the platform is extended from the medical device and disposed in a horizontal position. After the platform is extended to the second position, a surface of the platform is sterile and suitable to maintain aseptic technique for tubing and components placed on the platform. An information screen may be integrated into the platform and that provides information to an operator. |
| US11484634B2 |
Chest tube air leak detection system
A gas collection unit for use in monitoring and tracking a discharge of air from a patient includes a housing, a set of valves, and a plurality of tubes. The housing contains a first chamber, a second chamber, and a third chamber wherein the chambers are in fluid communication with one another. The housing includes a fluid in the first chamber and the second chamber. The first valve regulates the passage of air flow from the patient into the first chamber and is located within a first tube coupled to the housing. The second valve is in communication with the second chamber. The second valve being configured to regulate the passage of air exiting the first chamber. The second chamber is subjected to a suction. The gas collection unit is operable with an air collection device as a retrofitted item. |
| US11484630B2 |
Hemocompatibility of superhemophobic titania surfaces
In this work, we investigated the blood platelet adhesion and activation of truly superhemophobic surfaces and compared them with that of hemophobic surfaces and hemophilic surfaces. Our analysis indicates that only those superhemophobic surfaces with a robust Cassie-Baxter state display significantly lower platelet adhesion and activation. The understanding gained through this work will lead to the fabrication of improved hemocompatible, superhemophobic medical implants. |
| US11484625B2 |
Stem cells and devices for bone regeneration
This invention relates to a bone regeneration product comprising at least one stem cell, at least one scaffold, and at least one stem cell. The stem cells suitable for this invention may comprise stem cells suitable for a dense bone regeneration, stem cells suitable for a spongy bone regeneration, or a combination thereof. The bone regeneration product may further comprise a growth factor. This invention also relates to a bone regeneration method and treatment of any bone that has a critical size defect. This invention also relates to a scaffold. This invention further relates to a 3D printed scaffold comprising hydroxyapatite (HA) and tricalcium phosphate (TCP). This invention also relates to a scaffold comprising a polymer. The polymer of this invention may be prepared by using photocurable polymers and/or monomers. The scaffold of this invention may comprise a growth factor and a small molecule. The small molecule N may be a Smurf1 inhibitor. |
| US11484618B2 |
Vapor generation and distribution devices, systems, and methods
Vapor generation and distribution devices, systems, and methods. An exemplary system of the present disclosure comprises a vapor generation system configured to volatilize or vaporize liquid chemical within a tank as volatilized or vaporized chemical, and a vapor distribution system configured to receive the volatilized or vaporized chemical from the vapor generation system and distribute the volatilized or vaporized chemical through a distribution conduit coupled to the second air flow generator. |
| US11484617B2 |
Scented electronic candle
Methods, systems and devices associated with a scented electronic candle are described. In one example, an electronic candle includes an outer shell with one or more openings configured to allow a fragrance to exit to an ambient environment of the electronic candle. The outer shell comprises a central opening such that a flame element protrudes at least partially through the central opening. The device includes a light emitting component to emit a light onto the movable flame, and a mounting base positioned below the movable flame element. The device also includes a scent storage component removably coupled to the mounting base. The scent storage component includes a container to store a fragrance and an absorption member configured to draw the fragrance to the ambient environment of the electronic candle through the one or more small openings of the outer shell. |
| US11484616B2 |
Solid fragrance composition and method for manufacturing same
The present invention relates to a solid fragrance composition which can improve the load rate of a fragrant material, can selectively load a fragrance which can be acquired during the aging process of a mixed fragrant material, maintain the fragrance from the beginning of the loading, and improve the longevity of the fragrance at a uniform strength. In addition, the issue of being harmful to the human body can be resolved by reducing powder flying around, and stability at a high temperature can be improved so as to be applied in various environments. |
| US11484615B2 |
Cucurbituril compositions and their use
The use of compositions including two or more cucurbiturils in counteracting malodour in a moist environment. The two or more cucurbiturils are selected from CB[5], CB [6], CB [7] and CB[8]. Also provided is a method for counteracting malodour in a moist environment, including application of a composition including a mixture of two or more cucurbiturils selected from CB[5], CB[6], CB[7] and CB[8]. |
| US11484612B2 |
UV disinfection device and method
A device and method for cleaning a target may include supporting a target on a support in a chamber in a housing, the chamber optionally defined by at least one UV reflective plate; operating at least one UV emitter attached to the housing and positioned to emit UV radiation into the chamber so that the UV radiation illuminates the target; and operating an actuator to modify the UV radiation illumination of the target while the UV emitter is operated. |
| US11484611B2 |
Method for sterilizing biological materials
A method for sterilizing biological materials is disclosed. A dehydrated biological material is put into a closed container. The closed container is then decompressed under a vacuum. Subsequently, 0.01 g/m3 to 1000 g/m3 of a sterilizing gas, i.e., pure ozone, is introduced into the container for a period of time until the biological material is sterilized. |
| US11484608B2 |
Non-invasive assessment of hepatic mitochondrial metabolism by positional isotopomer NMR tracer analysis (PINTA)
The present provides a Positional Isotopomer NMR Tracer Analysis (PINTA) method that can be used to noninvasively assess rates of hepatic mitochondrial oxidation (VCS) and/or pyruvate carboxylase (VPC) flux in a subject. In certain embodiments, the methods utilize a combined NMR/gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis of plasma following infusion of [3-13C]lactate and glucose tracer. The method of the invention provides investigators with a tool to non-invasively examine the role of altered hepatic mitochondrial metabolism and study the effects of therapeutic interventions for the treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), and type 2 diabetes (T2D). |
| US11484601B2 |
Targeting M2-like tumor-associated macrophages by using melittin-based proapoptotic peptide
The present invention relates to a melittin-anticancer drug conjugate in which melittin and an anticancer drug are conjugated, and to a method of preparing a melittin-anticancer drug conjugate by connecting melittin and an anticancer drug. A conjugate of the present invention is an anticancer material for targeting M2-type tumor-associated macrophages (TAM) and exhibits an excellent effect of selectively selecting M2-type tumor-associated macrophages (TAM), and thus may be used for a use of drug delivery for targeting M2-type tumor-associated macrophages. |
| US11484594B2 |
Devices and methods and agent-assisted medical procedures
Various embodiments of bulking or cushioning agents or material and related medical devices and methods are disclosed. For example, a method of performing a medical procedure in a tract of a body may include injecting a material in a liquid phase proximate a target site between a first tissue layer and a second tissue layer, allowing the material to transition from the liquid phase to the gel phase in response to a raise in temperature of the material to approximately at or above the predetermined temperature, and performing a surgical procedure on the target site. The material may have the liquid phase at temperatures below a predetermined temperature and a gel phase at temperature approximately at or above the predetermined temperature. |
| US11484589B2 |
Vaccine composition for classical swine fever and preparation method thereof
Provided is a swine fever antigen fused with a porcine Fc fragment, and more particularly, to a vaccine composition having an autoimmune-enhancing effect by binding the Fc fragment to a swine fever antigen, and a preparation method thereof. |
| US11484578B2 |
Biomaterial for articular cartilage maintenance and treatment of arthritis
The present disclosure provides biomaterials and methods for preventing and minimizing progression of cartilage and/or connective tissue damage. Also provided herein are biomaterials and methods for alleviating and/or reducing the risk for developing arthritis (e.g., osteoarthritis) associated with joint injury and/or joint surgery. |
| US11484577B2 |
Methods and pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of post-operative cognitive dysfunction
The present invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of post-operative cognitive dysfunction. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of treating post-operative cognitive dysfunction in a subject in need thereof comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of an APJ receptor agonist. |
| US11484575B2 |
Compositions and methods comprising bone morphogenetic protein and NEMO binding peptide
An osteogenic composition for implantation at or near a target tissue site beneath the skin is provided, the osteogenic composition comprising bone morphogenetic protein and a NEMO binding domain peptide, where the NEMO binding domain peptide reduces soft tissue inflammation at or near the target tissue site. In some embodiments, a method is provided for treating a target tissue site in a patient in need of such treatment, the method comprising implanting an osteogenic composition comprising bone morphogenetic protein and a NEMO binding domain peptide, where the NEMO binding domain peptide reduces soft tissue inflammation at or near the target tissue site. |
| US11484572B2 |
Use of HLA-B27 homodimers for cancer treatment
The invention relates to a HLA-B27 Fc open conformer or a HLA-B27 Fc fusion protein for use in the treatment or prevention of cancer. The Fc open conformer comprises or consists of a first and a second monomer, and each monomer comprises a HLA-B27 chain. The Fc fusion protein further comprises a protein stabilizing polypeptide sequence and optionally an amino acid linker. Further aspects of the invention provide combination medicaments comprising the HLA-B27 Fc open conformer and immune checkpoint inhibitors. |
| US11484570B2 |
Targeting cell tropism receptors to inhibit cytomegalovirus infection
Methods for treating or reducing the risk of a cytomegalovirus infection in a subject that include administering one or more of an inhibitor of Deleted in Malignant Brain Tumors 1 (DMBT1), an inhibitor of OR14I1, or an inhibitor of adenylyl cyclases. |
| US11484569B2 |
Polypeptide for use in the protection of oxygen sensitive gram-positive bacteria
The invention concerns a Reg3α polypeptide (also known as Hepatocarcinoma-Intestine-Pancreas/Pancreatitis Associated Protein (HIP/PAP)) for use in the protection of oxygen sensitive gram-positive bacteria, compositions comprising the polypeptide and their use. The inventors have shown that an increase in the concentration of the h Reg3α lectin into the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) lumen of hReg3α-transgenic mice induced significant changes in the composition of the gut microbiota, and dramatically improved host resistance to intestinal inflammation. hReg3α exerted a potent antioxidant activity on intestinal epithelial cells during colitis, and in particular the ROS scavenging activity, in particular, by promoting the survival of highly oxygen sensitive bacteria. Inventors also showed that h Reg3α-transgenic mice resist better to DSS-induced colitis after antibiotherapy. Thus, the invention concerns a Reg3α polypeptide for use in the protection of oxygen sensitive gram-positive bacteria, notably the Ruminococcaceae, such as Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, and/or the Lachnospiraceae, such as Roseburia intestinalis; pharmaceutical compositions comprising the polypeptide and their use; and the use of this polypeptide for promoting ex vivo growth of oxygen sensitive gram-positive bacteria. The Reg3α polypeptide may be used for preventing or treating microbiota-related disease and/or disorder, particularly selected from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), colitis, gastrointestinal infections, irritable bowel syndrome and other gastrointestinal functional diseases, gastrointestinal tract cancer, metabolic syndrome and obesity, diabetes, liver diseases, allergic diseases, neurodegenerative diseases and psychological disorders. |
| US11484559B2 |
Kapok tree flower extract, and cosmetic, pharmaceutical or dermatological compositions containing same
The invention relates to an extract of flowers, preferably calyxes, from kapok trees, in particular Bombax costatum, to a process for preparing same and to the extract obtainable by said process. The invention also relates to a composition comprising such an extract, the composition being advantageously a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or dermatological composition. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for use in preventing or treating disorders or diseases of the skin, the mucous membranes or keratinous appendages and for use in preventing or treating vascular disorders. The invention finally relates to a cosmetic care process for the skin, the keratinous appendages or the mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition thereof or the appearance thereof, which process consists in administering such a composition or such an extract. |
| US11484556B2 |
Nutrient rich germinant composition and spore incubation method
A nutrient-germinant composition to aid in spore germination and a method for increased spore germination efficiency. The composition comprises L-amino acids, D-glucose and/or D-fructose, a phosphate buffer, an industrial preservative, and may include bacteria spores or they may be separately combined for germination. The method comprises providing a nutrient-germinant composition and bacteria spores, preferably of one or more Bacillus species, and heating to a preferred elevated temperature range of 41° C. to 44° C. for an incubation period of around 2 to 60 minutes. The nutrient-germinant composition is preferably in a concentrated liquid form that is diluted just prior to initiating the germination/incubation method at the point of use. The method may also include dispensing a germinated spore solution to a point-of-use/consumption, such as animal feed, water, or bedding, or a wastewater system or drain. |
| US11484554B2 |
Pancreatic cells for treating diabetes and methods of generating the same
The present disclosure provides cell-based compositions for treating diabetes, methods for identifying cells that preferentially differentiate into endoderm cells, and methods for preparing insulin-producing pancreatic cells, as well as related methods of use for treating diseases related to insulin deficiency. |
| US11484553B2 |
Dominant active yap, a hippo effector, induces chromatin accessibility and cardiomyocyte renewal
The present disclosure encompasses methods for generating cells or tissue from existing cells with one or more mutated variants of Yap. In specific embodiments, the disclosure regards treatment of existing cardiomyocytes with one or more mutated variants of Yap that causes them to divide and generate new cardiomyocytes. In specific cases, the mutated variant of Yap has serine-to-alanine substitutions at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or more serines of Yap. |
| US11484547B2 |
Compositions and methods for cholesterol, glucose and microbiome control
The present invention includes compositions and methods for reducing at least one of fasting blood glucose, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, VLDL cholesterol, a cholesterol:HDL ratio, triglycerides, or increasing a healthy microbiome comprising a synergistic amount of a fiber blend, a polyphenol blend, and a multivitamin supplement in an amount sufficient to lower at fasting blood glucose, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, VLDL cholesterol, a cholesterol:HDL ratio, triglycerides, or increasing a healthy microbiome. |
| US11484544B2 |
Pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition for preventing or treating hair loss or promoting hair growth
A pharmaceutical composition or a cosmetic composition for treating hair loss, or promoting hair growth is described. The composition according to the present invention exhibits an excellent effect of treating hair loss and promoting hair growth, and can be safely used regardless of sex and age. |
| US11484542B2 |
Specialized tongue spray containing gymnemic acid and exogenous ketones
The present disclosure relates to a tongue spray containing gymnemic acid together with a form of exogenous ketones. The present disclosure also relates to methods of reducing or eliminating sugar consumption and reducing sugar withdrawal symptoms via administration of such composition to a subject. |
| US11484540B2 |
Method for increasing embryo implantation rate in a female subject suffering polycystic ovary syndrome
The present invention relates to methods for increasing embryo implantation rate in a uterus, for preventing embryo implantation failure in a female subject suffering PCOS and for improving pregnancy rate comprising administering a composition comprising myo-inositol and D-chiro-Inositol in a weight ratio between 1:1 to 9:1 respectively to a female subject suffering PCOS. The invention also relates to a composition comprising myo-inositol and D-chiro-Inositol in a weight ratio between 1:1 to 9:1 respectively for use in the treatment or prevention of PCOS in a female subject, for use in the treatment or prevention of infertility in a female subject suffering polycystic ovary syndrome, or for use in preventing or reducing the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome in a female subject suffering polycystic ovary syndrome and subjected to ovary stimulation treatment. The invention also relates to a soft capsule comprising a) a soft capsule shell and b) a pharmaceutical composition comprising myo-inositol and D-chiro-Inositol in a weight ratio between 1:1 to 9:1 respectively. |
| US11484539B2 |
Compounds and their uses for alleviating menopause-associated symptoms
The present invention relates to a hormone replacement therapy, to the associated compounds and to the associated packaging units, for alleviating menopause-associated symptoms which is based on the administration to a female mammal of an estetrol component at a specific daily dose, optionally in combination with a progestogenic component. The therapy enjoys a statistically significant efficacy combined with a favourable profile for side effects compared to currently available methods for alleviating menopause-associated symptoms. |
| US11484537B2 |
3β-(4-methoxybenzyloxy)pregn-5-en-20-one for use in the treatment of cannabinoids-related disorders
The present invention generally relates to a specific pregnenolone derivative for its use for the treatment of a Cannabinoids-Related Disorder. More particularly, the invention relates to a compound of Formula (I) for its use in the treatment of a Cannabinoids-Related Disorder. Indeed, the compound of the invention is in vivo very potent in inhibiting the effects of THC, and is able to inhibit both unconditioned and conditioned effects of THC including THC self-administration and reinstatement in THC seeking in non-human primates. |
| US11484535B2 |
Liquid formulations of (S)-N-(5-((R)-2-(2,5-difluorophenyl)-pyrrolidin-1-yl)-pyrazolo[1,5-a] pyrimidin-3-yl)-3-hydroxypyrrolidine-1-carboxamide
A liquid formulation of (S)—N-(5-((R)-2-(2,5-difluorophenyl)pyrrolidin-1-yl)-pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidin-3-yl)-3-hydroxypyrrolidine-1-carboxamide, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, or a combination thereof and the use of the liquid formulation in the treatment of pain, cancer, inflammation, and certain infectious diseases are disclosed. |
| US11484533B2 |
Methods and compositions for treating obesity
The present disclosure is directed to compositions and methods for treating obesity or an inflammatory state present in obese mammals. In general, the methods and compositions disclosed herein utilize previously unrecognized miR regulatory pathways to reduce pro-inflammatory cytokine secretion and promote egress of immune cells from inflammation sites.An example aspect of the present disclosure includes methods for treating obesity or an inflammatory state in a mammal, the method including delivering a cannabinoid receptor 1 antagonist, a Netrin-1 inhibitor, a miR inhibitor, a miR, a miR mimic, or combinations thereof to the mammal. |
| US11484532B2 |
Glycine receptor modulators and methods of use
Compounds and methods for modulating the activity of receptors are disclosed. Some of the compounds modulate the activity of glycine receptors. Certain embodiments of the compounds are useful for treatment of pain, treatment of opioid addiction, and/or reduction of side effects attributable to opioid use. |
| US11484531B2 |
Methods for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Methods for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in a patient are disclosed. In the methods, a patient having COPD is selected for treatment based on the patient's peak inspiratory flow rate (PIFR) and percent predicted force expiratory volume in one second (FEV1); and a bronchodilator is administered to the selected patient using a nebulizer. Administration of a bronchodilator to patients having low PIFR and a percent predicted FEV1 less than 50 percent using a nebulizer as the inhalation delivery device provides significantly greater improvements in trough FEV1 and trough forced vital capacity (FVC) compared to administration of a bronchodilator to such patients using a dry powder inhaler. |
| US11484519B2 |
D-serine inhibit neuroinflammation due to a brain injury
D-serine is effective for inhibiting neuron loss due to an immune response by glial cells to a brain injury. An example of a method includes artificially administering a composition including D-serine to brain cells after an injury thereto, the composition including an amount of D-serine effective to inhibit death of neurons. |
| US11484517B2 |
Combination comprising a PPAR agonist such as elafibranor and an acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC) inhibitor
The present invention relates to a combination product and its use in therapy. |
| US11484516B2 |
Agents for increasing meibomian gland lipid secretion
Described herein are compositions and methods for the increasing the quantity of lipids secreted from meibomian glands. Such compositions and methods are useful for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction and disorders resulting therefrom. |
| US11484515B2 |
Thermoresponsive hydrogel containing polymer microparticles for controlled drug delivery to the ear
Methods for treating an ear condition in a subject, comprising topically administering to the ear of the subject in need thereof a composition comprising: (i) an anti-infective agent-loaded biodegradable polymer microspheres; and (ii) a thermoresponsive hydrogel. |
| US11484514B2 |
Manufacturing method of an herbal medicinal tablet formulation for treating obesity which can be prescribed based on sasang constitutional medicine
An embodiment of the present invention provides a manufacturing method of an herbal medicinal tablet formulation for treating obesity which is prescribed based on Sasang constitutional medicine, comprises manufacturing a concentrated ephedra powder agent so that an ephedrine content is 3.0-4.0%; determining a weight of the concentrated ephedra powder agent according to each constitution of Sasang constitutional medicine, and manufacturing a side effect-preventing powder agent for each constitution to prevent and suppress side effects according to constitution of Sasang constitutional medicine with respect to the weight of the concentrated ephedra powder agent; mixing the concentrated ephedra powder agent and the side effect-preventing powder agent with a variance of a weight ratio therebetween in consideration of weight, obesity, constitution of Sasang constitutional medicine, and side effects; and tableting the mixture of the prepared ephedra powder agent and side effect-preventing powder agent. |
| US11484509B2 |
Mint mask and methods of use thereof
Provided are methods and devices useful for treating a respiratory disease or disorder involving the central or upper airways. The methods and devices deliver to central or upper airways of a subject a vapor or aerosol comprising an effective amount of an active ingredient selected from the group consisting of menthol, menthone, neomenthol, isomenthol, and menthofuran. The methods are useful for treating conditions including cough, asthma, bronchitis, and allergic rhinitis. |
| US11484506B2 |
Process for the preparation of tolerizing immune-modulating particles
The present disclosure is directed to a method of preparing a pharmaceutical composition comprising tolerizing immune-modulating particles of polymer-encapsulated gliadin. |
| US11484505B2 |
Delivery compositions, and methods of making and using same
This invention provides compositions comprising at least one protein nanoparticle comprising a protein and a stealth polymer. In certain embodiments, the nanoparticle further comprises a therapeutic agent, such as but not limited to a miRNA and/or siRNA. In other embodiments, the nanoparticle further comprises a cell surface receptor ligand. Also included in the invention are methods of preparing the compositions of the present invention, and methods of treating, ameliorating or preventing a disease or disorder in a subject using the compositions of the present invention. |
| US11484502B2 |
Pharmaceutical composition comprising PDE9 inhibitor
The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a PDE9 inhibitor. Specifically, the PDE9 inhibitor is (S)-7-(2-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-4-yl)-1-(tetrahydrofuran-3-yl)-1H-pyrazolo[4,3-c]quin olin-4(5H)-one or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. |
| US11484501B2 |
Mechanochemical activated dry amorphisation by milling equilibrium between ap mesoporous silica
Particles are disclosed. Methods of making and using the particles are also disclosed. |
| US11484500B2 |
Hybridosomes, compositions comprising the same, processes for their production and uses thereof
The present invention provides a hybrid biocompatible carrier (hybridosome) which comprises structural and bioactive elements originating from at least one biocompatible delivery module (BDM) and at least one engineered drug encapsulation module (EDEM) comprising at least one tunable fusogenic moiety. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising said hybridosomes, processes for their manufacture, as well as pharmaceutical uses and pharmaceutical methods based thereon. |
| US11484494B2 |
Adenovirus formulations
This disclosure provides pharmaceutical adenovirus formulations, in particular, liquid pharmaceutical formulations comprising adenoviruses. |
| US11484490B2 |
Skin external composition containing an extract of a fermented product of red yeast rice
The present disclosure relates to an external-use skin preparation composition containing an extract of a fermented product of Red yeast rice. More particularly, it relates to an external-use skin preparation composition capable of providing excellent antioxidant and anti-aging effects by containing, as an active ingredient, an extract of a fermented product of Red yeast rice, which is obtained by further fermenting Red yeast rice, red rice fermented with Monascus purpureus, with yeast. |
| US11484489B1 |
Skin care compositions and methods for regulating sebum production
The present disclosure is directed to a composition for managing exaggerated sebum production in oily-prone skin, the composition containing: (1) a mixture of at least: (a) from about 0.02 to about 1% by weight of an ingredient capable of activating cannabinoid type-2 receptors (“CB2”); (b) from about 0.1 to about 3% by weight of a blend of Tetraselmis chuii and Fucus spiralis algae extracts; (c) from about 0.1 to about 4% by weight of an extract of Centella asiatica; and (d) from about 0.01 to about 0.05% by weight of an extract of Tulsi, wherein all weights are based on total weight of the composition; (2) optionally, an emulsifier; and (3) a dermatologically acceptable carrier, wherein the composition has a pH ranging from about 4.5 to about 5.5. |
| US11484481B2 |
Oral care products and methods
Methods of reducing gingivitis and plaque buildup by administering an oral care product (a dentifrice or a mouthwash) that consists essentially of a sea salt, preferably Dead Sea salt, and xylitol. In mouthwash and dentifrice embodiments, the oral care product contains aloe vera leaf juice. |
| US11484480B2 |
Hair coloring composition comprising microcapsules
The present disclosure relates to the field of hair coloring compositions. Described herein is an oxidative hair coloring composition including microcapsules made of a perfumed-oil based core and a polymeric shell. Also described herein are a method for coloring hair and a hair coloring kit. |
| US11484479B2 |
Formulation for the elimination of cariogenic and opportunistic pathogens within the oral cavity
Provided herein are microspheres containing an antimicrobial agent encapsulated within a glycosidic polymer and use thereof, especially to inhibit the growth of carie-causing organism. |
| US11484478B2 |
Method for making composition for enamel regeneration
A method for making a composition for enamel regeneration proposes to encapsulate soluble calcium and phosphate salts within corresponding internal water phases in respective water-in-oil-in-water emulsions stabilized by solid particles, and add them to a toothpaste, enamel restoring gel or mouth wash base. In this way, the soluble calcium and phosphate salts can be present stably in the toothpaste, enamel restoring gel or mouth wash over a long period of time. When the toothpaste, enamel restoring gel or mouth wash of the present disclosure is used in oral cavity, the water-in-oil-in-water emulsions rapture under the effect of friction and pressing, releasing the soluble calcium and phosphate salts encapsulated within the corresponding internal water phases. As a result, the liquid in the user's oral cavity will contain high concentrations of calcium and phosphate ions, which can enhance the rate of enamel remineralization. |
| US11484477B2 |
Dental adhesive material kit
The present invention provides a dental adhesive material kit that exhibits high adhesive property to tooth structure and dental prosthesis through photopolymerization while maintaining good ease of handling with the paste properties that undergo little change during long storage. The present invention relates to a dental adhesive material kit comprising:an aqueous adhesive dental composition (X) comprising a radical polymerizable monomer (a) containing an acidic group, a polymerization accelerator (b), water (c), and a radical polymerizable monomer (d) containing no acidic group; anda curable dental composition (Y) comprising a hydrophilic radical polymerizable monomer (d-1) containing no acidic group, a hydrophobic radical polymerizable monomer (d-2) containing no acidic group, a chemical polymerization initiator (e), a photopolymerization initiator (f), and a filler (g),the filler (g) being a filler treated with a surface treatment agent, and having an average particle diameter of 0.01 to 50.0 μm,the surface treatment agent comprising a silane coupling agent (A) represented by general formula [1], and an organosilazane (B) represented by general formula [2]. |
| US11484461B2 |
Chair-type massager
In a chair-type massager, a backrest portion includes a back frame, a pair of arm treatment portions, a support frame having a pair of support portions and a beam portion, and an actuator moving the support frame. The support portions are provided on the left and right sides, respectively, of the back frame and supports the arm treatment portions respectively. The beam portion extends from upper end parts of the support portions toward the back frame along the left-right axis. The actuator has a rod portion and a drive portion. The rod portion is connected to one of the back frame or the beam portion of the support frame, on the other of which the drive portion is pivotably supported. The drive portion is configured to move up and down the rod portion. |
| US11484456B2 |
Method of securing a patient onto an operating or surgical table when the patient is in a position, such as trendelenburg, for a hip procedure and apparatus therefor including a kit
Method of securing a patient onto an operating or surgical table when the patient is in a position for a hip procedure and apparatus therefor including a kit. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used f or interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. |
| US11484448B2 |
Support leg for human mobility device
A conveyance to carry humans, such as a wheelchair, is described having levers on each side of the wheelchair that are manually moved forward and backward to propel the conveyance. The user is able to shift into forward, reverse or neutral, brake, and change mechanical advantage (gear ratio), all this without removing the user's hands from the drive levers. |
| US11484446B2 |
Method and apparatus for making patterned apertured substrates
The present disclosure relates to apparatuses and methods for making patterned apertured substrates that may be used as components of absorbent articles. During the manufacturing processes, a precursor substrate advances in a machine direction between a pattern roll and an anvil roll. The pattern roll rotates about an axis of rotation and includes a plurality of pattern surfaces, wherein the substrate is compressed between the anvil roll and the pattern surfaces of the pattern roll to form discrete bond regions in the substrate. The pattern surfaces on the pattern roll are formed on continuous threads extending circumferentially around the axis of rotation along helical paths parallel with each other. As such, the pattern surfaces press the substrate against the outer circumferential surface of the anvil roll in the different axial locations along the cross direction as the pattern roll rotates when forming the discrete bond regions. |
| US11484445B1 |
Temperature variant stockings
Temperature variant compression stockings are three-in-one stockings that address needs both in the sports world and the medical field. The temperature variant stockings may help cool the skin while exerting a desired compressive force; another version of the temperature variant stockings may actually retain heat while also exerting a desired compressive force. The stockings are available where the temperature variant components are in contact with the user's skin while the compression yarns are knitted onto the outside of the stocking. A style is also available with alternating strips, with either the cooling yarns or the heat retaining yarns running vertically and parallel to strips of compression yarns. Antimicrobial particles are infused into the cooling or heating yarns to guard again infections. |
| US11484440B2 |
Magnetorheological elastomer and magnetorheological fluid for clinical wrap
A reinforcing clinical wrap is provided with integral thermal management. The clinical wrap includes a fluid circuit for a heat transfer medium to circulate between a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet. A shape conforming medium is disposed within a portion of the clinical wrap providing selective reinforcement support of the portion of the clinical wrap to conform to a surface of a patient. Non-limiting examples of the shape conforming medium may include a magnetorheological elastomer, a magnetorheological elastomer, a magnetorheological foam, a UV curable resin, and a phase change material. |
| US11484438B2 |
Systems and methods for rapid contrast therapy
A rapid contrast therapy system can provide cold, heat/hot/warm (hereafter referred to as “hot”), and/or rapid contrast therapy, which involves rapidly alternating between cold therapy and hot therapy. The system can circulate cold or hot fluid, such as water, through a hose, into a therapy wrap, and then back to the fluid reservoirs of the system. The system can utilize a vapor compression system or other chiller technology to cool the cold water reservoir, and immersion heaters can be used to heat the hot water reservoir. |
| US11484435B2 |
Dynamic mandibular and lingual repositioning devices, controller station, and methods of treating and/or diagnosing medical disorders
Mandibular repositioning devices have a mandibular piece having a first teeth covering and having a housing proximate each of a left molar portion and a right molar portion, a protrusive flange extending cranially from each housing, and a maxillary piece having a second teeth covering and having a housing proximate each of a left molar portion and a right molar portion. Each housing encloses a power source electrically connected an on-board circuit board and the housings of the maxillary piece further have the power source electrically connected to a motor operatively connected to a drive for anterior and posterior movements of the mandibular piece. The maxillary piece sits on the mandibular piece with the driver operatively engaged with the protrusive flange. The protrusive flange has a concavely-shaped anterior surface mated to a convexly-shaped head of the driver shaped to match the concavely-shaped anterior surface of the protrusive flange. |
| US11484434B2 |
Dynamic mandibular and lingual repositioning devices, controller station, and methods of treating and/or diagnosing medical disorders
Mandibular lingual repositioning devices include a mandibular piece having a first teeth covering and a housing proximate a left molar portion and a right molar portion that each have a first drive and a protrusive flange extending cranially and a stimulator protrusion extending toward the tongue each extend from the housing, and include a maxillary piece having a second teeth covering and a housing proximate each of a left molar portion and a right molar portion that each have a second driver. Each housing encloses a power source electrically connected to a motor and to an on-board circuit board, and has its respective driver operatively connected to a respective motor. Each housing of the mandibular piece also has an electrode of a stimulator electrically connected to its power source. Each first driver is operatively engaged with the maxillary piece and each second driver is operatively engaged with a protrusive flange. |
| US11484430B2 |
Compressive nasal device and method for using the same
A nasal compressive device for preventing post-operative swelling following a rhinoplasty or other procedure performed on a user's nose or nasal cavity and prevent possible poly-beak deformities. The nasal compressive device includes nasal plugs and a nasal bridge disposed on a selectively actuated clip with a resilient spring portion. The user actuates the clip to open the nasal compressive device and then inserts the nasal plugs into their nostrils. The user then relaxes or closes the nasal compressive device which brings the nasal plugs into contact with an inner surface of their nasal cavity while also forcing the nasal bridge down on top of the user's dorsum. Once placed in the user's nose, the nasal compressive device also applies an upward force to the tip of the user's nose while also simultaneously providing a compression force over the user's dorsum, thereby reducing the amount of unwanted swelling and further shaping the nose. |
| US11484427B2 |
Hinge for orthopedic device
A hinge has a hinge body forming an articulating section extending between a first end and a second end of the hinge. The articulating section is adapted to bend from a neutral axis when the first and second ends are parallel to an angular range in which the first end is arranged among a plurality of angles within the angular range relative to the second end. The hinge body may define a receptacle along the articulating section, and an insert may be provided for insertion into the receptacle. The insert can modify the stiffness of the hinge in the angular range and is arranged parallel to the neutral axis. |
| US11484423B2 |
Apparatuses to facilitate prosthesis placement
Methods and apparatuses to place a prosthesis within a receiving structure are provided. A delivery apparatus includes an elongated support member including a support member distal end. A stop cap is disposed at the support member distal end and includes a stop cap transverse dimension larger than an inner diameter of a receiving lumen of the receiving structure. An elongated prosthesis-positioning member extends along the support member and stop cap so a distal surface of the prosthesis-positioning member is disposed at a position longitudinally coincident with a portion of the stop cap. A sheath comprises a sheath lumen receiving the prosthesis-positioning member so the sheath translates longitudinally relative to the prosthesis-positioning member. The delivery apparatus has a loaded configuration in which the prosthesis is received in the sheath lumen with a proximal end of the prosthesis abutting the prosthesis-positioning member distal surface. |
| US11484419B2 |
Method and apparatus for minimally invasive insertion of intervertebral implants
A dilation introducer for orthopedic surgery is provided for minimally invasive access for insertion of an intervertebral implant. The dilation introducer may be used to provide an access position through Kambin's triangle from a posterolateral approach. A first dilator tube with a first longitudinal axis is provided. A second dilator tube may be introduced over the first, advanced along a second longitudinal axis parallel to but offset from the first. A third dilator tube may be introduced over the second, advanced along a third longitudinal axis parallel to but offset from both the first and the second. An access cannula may be introduced over the third dilator tube. With the first, second, and third dilator tubes removed, surgical instruments may pass through the access cannula to operate on an intervertebral disc and/or insert an intervertebral implant. |
| US11484418B2 |
Method and apparatus for minimally invasive insertion of intervertebral implants
A dilation introducer for orthopedic surgery is provided for minimally invasive access for insertion of an intervertebral implant. The dilation introducer may be used to provide an access position through Kambin's triangle from a posterolateral approach. A first dilator tube with a first longitudinal axis is provided. A second dilator tube may be introduced over the first, advanced along a second longitudinal axis parallel to but offset from the first. A third dilator tube may be introduced over the second, advanced along a third longitudinal axis parallel to but offset from both the first and the second. An access cannula may be introduced over the third dilator tube. With the first, second, and third dilator tubes removed, surgical instruments may pass through the access cannula to operate on an intervertebral disc and/or insert an intervertebral implant. |
| US11484416B2 |
Implant insertion tool for implanting an acetabular component and associated surgical method
An implant insertion tool for use during a surgical procedure to implant an acetabular cup component into a surgically-prepared acetabulum of a patient's hip includes a metallic elongated shaft, a removable polymeric grip, and a locking nut to secure the grip to the elongated shaft. Such a modular design allows the implant insertion tool to be dissembled prior to sterilization. |
| US11484413B1 |
Sheet based triply periodic minimal surface implants for promoting osseointegration and methods for producing same
Provided herein are implants and methods for producing implants. In at least one embodiment, the implants include sheet-based, triply periodic, minimal surface (TPMS) portions. According to one embodiment, the TPMS portions include a gyroid architecture that provides for improved osseointegration and mechanical performance over previous implants due to novel ratios of porosity to compressive strength, among other features. In one or more embodiments, the gyroid architecture is organized into unit cells that demonstrate anisotropic mechanical performance along an insertion direction. In various embodiments, the present methods include novel selective laser melting (SLM) techniques for forming the TPMS portions of implants in a manner that reduces defect formation, thereby improving compressive performance and other implant properties. |
| US11484412B2 |
Coating for an implant
The present invention relates to an implant (10) comprising an implant body having a first surface area (A1, A2, A3, A4) configured for contact with soft connective tissue and a second surface area configured for contact with bone tissue, wherein the first surface area is covered with a coating comprising tantalum and the second surface area is formed by a material, which is different than the one forming the coating. |
| US11484409B2 |
Ringless web for repair of heart valves
A ringless web is configured to repair heart valve function in patients suffering from degenerative mitral valve regurgitation (DMR) or functional mitral valve regurgitation (FMR). In accordance with various embodiments, a ringless web can be anchored at one or more locations below the valve plane in the ventricle, such as at a papillary muscle, and one or more locations above the valve plane, such as in the valve annulus. A tensioning mechanism connecting the ringless web to one or more of the anchors can be used to adjust a tension of the web such that web restrains the leaflet to prevent prolapse by restricting leaflet motion to the coaptation zone and/or promotes natural coaptation of the valve leaflets. |
| US11484407B2 |
Transcatheter valve prosthesis
A replacement heart valve system and a method of implanting a replacement heart valve in a patient. The replacement heart valve system includes a radially self-expandable tubular body and a valve including a plurality of leaflets coupled to the tubular body. The tubular body includes interconnected struts defining circumferential rows of cells, and has an outflow end and an inflow end that flares radially outward so as to have a larger outer diameter than that of the outflow end. A first row of proximal-most cells formed at the inflow end includes circumferentially adjacent cells that are disconnected from each other so as to be spaced from each other in the circumferential direction. A method of implanting the replacement heart valve includes delivering from a delivery catheter the tubular body, and expanding the tubular body such that the proximal-most cells are disposed against the native heart valve annulus. |
| US11484403B2 |
Injector for introducing a capsular tension ring, and assembly and method for such an injector
An injector for introducing a capsular tension ring and intended for once-only use, and a method for manufacturing such an injector. The injector includes: a housing extending in longitudinal direction of the injector, and a throughfeed channel. A plunger is arranged movably in the channel and includes an engaging means for engaging the capsular tension ring, and further includes a guide element on a guide arm. A spring mechanism co-acts with the plunger and is configured to displace the plunger from a starting state, in which the engaging means engages the capsular tension ring, to an activating state in which the capsular tension ring is carried inward into the throughfeed channel. The housing has a guide with first and second channel parts, and a wall part for carrying the guide element from the first to the second channel part, and the first channel part is provided with a resistance threshold. |
| US11484402B2 |
Accommodating intraocular lenses
Accommodating intraocular lenses including an optic having an anterior element and a posterior element defining an optic fluid chamber, wherein the optic is aspheric across all powers throughout accommodation or disaccommodation. Intraocular lenses, optionally accommodating, where an optic portion is centered with a midline of a height of the peripheral portion, the height measured in the anterior to posterior direction. |
| US11484400B2 |
Bifurcated medical device for treating a target site and associated method
Embodiments of the present invention provide medical devices and methods for treating a target site within the body. For example, one embodiment provides a stent graft for treating a target site proximate to a bifurcated lumen, wherein the stent graft includes a first tubular structure having proximal and distal ends and a side wall extending therebetween. The first tubular structure includes an opening defined within the side wall and is configured to define a first portion having first and second ends and a second portion having first and second ends. The opening corresponds to the first ends of the first and second portions and the second ends of the first and second portions respectively correspond to the proximal and distal ends of the first tubular structure, and at least a portion of the first and second portions are configured to be positioned within respective branches of a bifurcated lumen. |
| US11484395B1 |
System for post-processing polymeric items
A system and method for post-processing of polymeric items having a liquid component and a predetermined heat deflection temperature is provided. The system includes a washing station to spray water at elevated temperature and pressure on the items while maintaining the temperature of the item below the heat deflection temperature. Then using a water distillation system to separate the water from the water mixed with the liquid polymer component by evaporating the water using heating coils with surface that is not conducive to adhesion of the liquid polymer component and then condense the water vapor into liquid water. The system may further include a spin station to separate the liquid polymer component by spinning the item. The system may further include one or more processing stations to rinse the item, dry the item, cure the item, remove the item from a tray to which the item may be attached and clean trays after removing the item. A conveyor system may be used to automate the post-processing of the items. |
| US11484391B2 |
Orthodontic shape memory band
A method for producing a shape memory band of an orthodontic appliance. The shape memory band is one piece, has a cross section that can vary according to the longitudinal position of said cross section, and includes a bonding zone configured so as to exhibit a shape substantially identical to that of a tooth. The method includes: determining an orthodontic treatment suitable for treating the teeth, determining a set of forces to be exerted locally on the teeth in order to obtain the orthodontic treatment and the shape of the surface of the teeth to which bonding zones of the shape memory band are to be bonded, and producing the shape memory band. The local cross section of the shape memory band is determined according to the forces and in such a way as to define bonding zones substantially identical to the surfaces of the teeth. |
| US11484390B2 |
Direct 3D-printed orthodontic aligners with torque, rotation, and full control anchors
Direct 3D-printed orthodontic aligners with torque, rotation, and full-control anchors divots are provided. An example process generates multiple virtual models of orthodontic treatment based on progressive moduli of elasticity (MOE) of different materials that will be used to 3D-print a progressive set of 3D-printed aligners. A progression of 3D-printed aligners applies modeled forces to the divot anchors positioned by the models and to the teeth, in treatment stages that are also computed by the models. One class of the example 3D-printed aligners may have flat occlusal biting surfaces, enabling simultaneous treatment of bite correction, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), lower jaw growth, and sleep apnea, along with orthodontic movement of teeth. An example 3D-printed aligner has a micro blower for creating air pressure to treat apnea. The aligner may have a microprocessor, sensors, data handling, and data transmission, for controlling actions of the 3D-printed aligner. |
| US11484389B2 |
Systems, methods, and apparatus for correcting malocclusions of teeth
Methods and systems are provided for manufacturing an appliance for correcting malocclusions of a patient's teeth. The method may include measuring the positions of a patient's teeth and receiving tooth movement constraints. The method may also include generating an initial treatment plan based on the measured tooth positions and the tooth movement constraints and measuring the malocclusions of the patient's teeth for one or more types of dental malocclusions. The method may also include generating a plurality of treatment plans from the initial treatment plan based on the measured malocclusion and generating a model of an appliance for each stage of the treatment plan. The method may also include generating instructions for fabricating the appliance for each stage of the treatment plan based on the model of the appliance for each stage of the treatment plan. |
| US11484387B2 |
System and method for dental surgical guide with hydraulic valve
Provided is a system and method for a dental surgical guide for placing at least one dental implant in a patient's mouth. The surgical guide is a formed prosthesis with a contour to fit upon a patient's teeth. The formed prosthesis providing; at least one guide sleeve disposed in the formed prosthesis and structured and arranged to guide a surgical tool into a patient's jaw at a predetermined location, the guide sleeve defining a tool alignment pathway; at least one irrigant port structured and arranged to receive an irrigant line from a remote irrigant source and conduct the irrigant to a spout disposed proximate to each guide sleeve. A hydraulically activated valve may also be disposed within the spout. An associated method of use is also provided. |
| US11484385B2 |
Positioning assembly for control whip of dental delivery unit
A conduit guide includes a main body having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being configured for attachment to a dental delivery unit, the main body defining a channel along at least a portion of its length configured to receive a utility conduit. A positioning assembly is disposed within the main body, and includes a first attachment member, a second attachment member, a biasing member, and an adjustment member. The biasing member is coupled to the first attachment member and to the second attachment member, and extends between the first attachment member and the second attachment member. The adjustment member is coupled to the biasing member and configured to axially move the biasing member to adjust a position of the conduit guide. The conduit guide is configured such that at least the adjustment member of the positioning assembly can be selectively accessed and enclosed within the main body. |
| US11484383B2 |
Setup of surgical robots using an augmented mirror display
Assisting robotic arm setup in a surgical robotic system using augmented reality can include capturing a live video of a user setting up a robotic arm in a surgical robotic system. A visual guide representing a target pose of the robotic arm can be rendered onto the live video, resulting in an augmented live video for guiding the arm setup. The augmented live video can be displayed to the user while the user is following the visual guide to set up the robotic arm. The captured live video can be continuously processed to determine whether the robotic arm has reached the target pose. |
| US11484382B2 |
System and method for identification of illumination abnormalities and automatic compensation therefor
A system for identification of abnormalities related to illumination of a target and automatic compensation therefor includes a lighthead and a controller. The lighthead is configured to illuminate the target. The lighthead includes a plurality of lighting modules configured to emit light therefrom. Each of the lighting modules includes a distance sensor configured to measure a distance from the lighting module to a surface toward which the lighting module is pointed. The controller is configured to identify one or more abnormalities of the measured distances, determine a true distance from the lighthead to the target based on the measured distances, predict an amount of illumination based on the true distance that would be supplied to the target without the identified abnormalities, and compensate for the identified abnormalities by respectively adjusting an amount of light emitted from the lighting modules to illuminate the target according to the predicted amount of illumination. |
| US11484379B2 |
Microsurgery-specific haptic hand controller
A local haptic hand controller is provided for enabling an operator to remotely perform fine manipulation, such as microsurgery, in conjunction with a remotely located robotic manipulator, for example at which the microsurgery is to be performed. The local haptic hand controller includes a base, a kinematic structure in communication with the base and comprises a gimbal as an end effector. A local surgical tool is provided at the gimbal and has a shape and construction substantially similar to a remote surgical tool provided at the remote robotic manipulator. A control system is in communication with the local surgical tool and with the remote surgical tool, and configured to enable operation of the local haptic hand controller when a local surgical tool identifier matches a remote surgical tool identifier. |
| US11484375B2 |
Integrated control system for a surgical robot based on embedded computers
A control system for a surgical robot is provided. The control system includes a first embedded computer and a second embedded computer configured to receive status information from the first embedded computer. The status information includes a status of zero-return for a surgical tool driving module or an imaging tool driving module. The control system also includes a host computer configured to receive the status information from the second embedded computer. The surgical tool driving module or the imaging tool driving module includes a controller, a motor connected with a first coupling and configured to drive the surgical tool or an imaging tool, and a zero point switch configured to detect whether the first coupling is at a zero position. The controller is configured to transmit the status of zero-return to the first embedded computer based on whether the first coupling is at the zero position. |
| US11484373B2 |
Flexible surgical instrument system
Disclosed is a flexible surgical instrument system comprising a flexible surgical instrument and a driving unit. The flexible surgical instrument can comprise a flexible continuous body structure composed of a distal structural body, a proximal structural body and a middle connecting body. The distal structural body can comprise a distal segment, comprising a distal spacing disk, a distal fixation disk and structural backbones. The proximal structural body can comprise a proximal segment comprising a proximal spacing disk, a proximal fixation disk and structural backbones. The middle connecting body can comprise channel fixing plates and a structural backbone guide channel. The driving unit can comprise a driving unit fixing plate. Linear motion mechanisms are provided between the driving unit fixing plate and the channel fixing plate near the proximal structural body, an output end of each of the linear motion mechanisms is securely connected to a first driving backbone. |
| US11484371B2 |
Device and system including mechanical arms
A device sized and shaped for insertion into a body comprising: at least one mechanical limb comprising: a support segment; a first flexible section extending from the support segment and terminating in a coupling section; and a second flexible section extending from the coupling section and terminating in a tool or a connector for a tool; wherein a long axis of one or more of the flexible sections is bendable in a single bending plane; wherein a long axis length of the first flexible section is at least double a maximum extent of the first flexible section perpendicular to a flexible section long axis; wherein a long axis length of the second flexible section is at least double a maximum extent of the second flexible section perpendicular to a flexible section long axis. |
| US11484369B2 |
Identifying instances of cardioversion while building a position map
A method includes computing a position of an intrabody probe, which includes one or more electrodes and an electromagnetic sensor, within a heart of a subject, based on an induced signal received from the electromagnetic sensor, ascertaining a set of properties of signals passed between the electrodes and multiple reference electrodes located at respective reference positions, based on the set of properties, deriving an estimated position of the probe from a position map that maps multiple sets of properties to respective estimated positions, in response to a distance between the computed position and the estimated position being greater than a predefined threshold, ascertaining whether an electrocardiographic signal from the subject is saturated, and in response to the electrocardiographic signal not being saturated, updating the position map so as to map the set of properties to the computed position. Other embodiments are also described. |
| US11484367B2 |
Device and method of determining location of sheath using electromagnetic sensors on sheath
A medical tool for use with an electromagnetic navigation system includes a catheter configured to be navigated within patient anatomy and at least one electromagnetic sensor, disposed at the catheter, configured to generate electrical signals indicative of a location of the catheter in response to receiving at least one magnetic field. The medical tool also includes a sheath configured to receive the catheter, a first electromagnetic sensor and a second electromagnetic sensor, disposed at a first region of the sheath, each configured to generate electrical signals indicative of a location of the sheath in response to receiving the at least one magnetic field and a third electromagnetic sensor, disposed at a second region of the sheath spaced from the first region, configured to generate electrical signals indicative of a location of the sheath in response to receiving the at least one magnetic field. |
| US11484363B2 |
System and method for determining the position and orientation of a tool tip relative to eye tissue of interest
System for determining a position of a tool-point-of-interest of a tool, relative to an eye-tissue-of-interest, which includes and imager a tool-tracker and a processor. The imager acquires an image of a tissue-reference-marker. The tool-tracker determines information relating to the P&O of the tool in a reference-coordinate-system. The imager and the tool-tracker are in registration with the reference-coordinate-system. The processor determines the position of the tissue-reference-marker in the reference-coordinate-system, according to the acquired image of the tissue-reference-marker. The processor determines the P&O of the eye-tissue-of-interest in the reference-coordinate-system according to at least the position of the tissue-reference-marker and a relative position between the tissue-reference-marker and the eye-tissue-of-interest. The relative position is pre-determined from a stored-3D-model. The processor determines the position of a tool-point-of-interest in the reference-coordinate-system from the P&O of the tool in the reference-coordinate-system. The processor also determines a relative position between the tool-point-of-interest and the eye-tissue-of-interest. |
| US11484362B2 |
Medical information processing apparatus and medical information processing method
A medical information processing apparatus according to an embodiment includes a memory storing a model that represents a relation between cell deformation and electric signal propagation; and processing circuitry configured to acquire four-dimensional image data acquired by imaging a three-dimensional structure of a cardiac muscle in time series, extract movement information on the cardiac muscle at multiple positions in the four-dimensional image data, and apply the model to the movement information with respect to the positions to calculate electric signal propagation at the positions. |
| US11484361B2 |
Tip for multiple beam tissue therapy
The invention provides a tip that permits therapeutic electromagnetic energy systems to deliver multiple beams of overlapping, partially overlapping, and non-overlapping electromagnetic energy in the treatment of tissue disorders and conditions. The tip finds use with laser systems, intense pulsed light systems, LED systems, radiofrequency systems, and microwave systems. |
| US11484359B2 |
Method and system for gap detection in ablation lines
Described herein is a method and system for gap detection in ablation lines. Microelectrodes are implemented at a distal tip of a catheter to provide localized gap detection along an ablation line. A pacing protocol is used to sequence through each of the microelectrode pairs for a tissue location. If living tissue is present, the pacing signal travels through the living tissue to pulse the heart. An operator will see a capture signal and know that there is a gap in the ablation line. The ablation electrode is then used to ablate the tissue in the gap. Pacing and ablation are therefore performed at the same place without the need to switch between instruments and/or catheters. In an implementation, a force sensor can automate the pacing protocol by determining which microelectrode pair is contacting the tissue. Moreover, signaling between microelectrode pairs can determine contact between the catheter and the tissue. |
| US11484355B2 |
Inflatable bone tamp and method for use of inflatable bone tamp
An inflatable bone tamp including a first balloon portion and a second balloon portion is provided. Each of the first balloon portion and the second balloon portion include interior cavities that can be filled with liquid, and these interior cavities communicate with one another via a valve. The valve can limit or restrict flow of the liquid between the cavities. As such, the first balloon portion and the second balloon portion can be sequentially inflated with the liquid through use of the valve. |
| US11484354B2 |
Patient-specific bridging plates
Disclosed herein are a bone plating system and a method for utilizing the same. The bone plating system may include first and second bone plates in contact with respective first and second bones, a cross-connector, a cutting guide and a targeter device. The cross-connector may have a first end and an opposite second extending along a longitudinal axis from the first bone plate to the second bone plate. The cutting guide may have an elongate body placed on one of the first or second bones. The targeter device may have a drill guide to align the cross-connector with the first and second bone plates. A method for fixing the bone plating system to the first and second bone may include using the targeter device. |
| US11484350B2 |
Split tower for a bone anchor
An anchor extender can be couplable to a bone anchor and can include an outer sleeve, an inner sleeve, and a lock. The lock can be operable to translate the inner sleeve relative to the outer sleeve between a locked position and an unlocked position to secure the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve to a head of the bone anchor in the locked position and to release the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve from the head of the bone anchor in the unlocked position. |
| US11484348B2 |
Uni-planer bone fixation assembly
A bone fixation assembly includes a plurality of bone fixation elements that each include a bone anchor configured to be implanted into underlying bone, such as a vertebra. Each bone anchor is received in an anchor seat, and the anchor seats are joined by a fixation rod so as to operatively couple and fix the position and orientation of the vertebrae relative to each other. The bone anchor is free to rotate relative to the anchor seat, and is also free to pivot in a desired direction relative to the anchor seat. |
| US11484344B2 |
Locking device for an external fixator for bone fracture
A locking device (5) of a bone screw (3) for an external fixator (1) for bone fractures is described herein, wherein the external fixator (1) comprises at least one support pin (202). The locking device (5) comprises a locking element (501) of the bone screw (3); a locking pin (502), which is configured to support the locking element (501), the locking element (501) being configured to rotate around the blocking pin in a bone screw positioning step; a coupling element (503), which is provided with a respective coupling seat (503b) configured to receive the support pin (202) by snap-fit coupling and to allow, during the bone screw (3) positioning step, a rotation of the locking device (5) around the support pin (202) and a sliding of the locking device (5) along the support pin. |
| US11484341B2 |
Safety shields for elongated instruments and related systems and methods
A system for intraosseous access can include an elongated instrument that is positioned within a cannula portion of a cannula assembly. The system can include a shield that is coupled with both the elongated instrument and the cannula assembly when in an unlocked state. The shield can permit proximal movement of the elongated instrument relative thereto when in the unlocked state. The shield can automatically transition to a locked state to attach to a distal end of the elongated instrument to restrict access to a distal tip of the elongated instrument. |
| US11484340B2 |
Arthroscopic cannula
Disclosed is an arthroscopic cannula to solve the problem of more wounds being created due to the use of a plurality of cannulas in a conventional arthroscopic surgery. The arthroscopic cannula includes a cannula body, a spacer provided inside the cannula body and extending axially along the cannula body to divide an internal space of the cannula body into a first chamber and a second chamber, and a joint connected to one end of the cannula body. The interior of the joint intercommunicates with the first chamber and the second chamber. |
| US11484336B2 |
Sealing multiple surgical instruments
A cannula cap is disclosed. A cannula cap according to some embodiments of the invention includes an instrument guide attachment; a cannula attachment; and a seal captured between the instrument guide attachment and the cannula attachment. In some embodiments, a cannula cap can include a lid; a locking ring; a base; and a cannula seal captured between the lid and the base. |
| US11484333B2 |
Method of operating an articulating ultrasonic surgical instrument
An apparatus comprises a body assembly, a shaft, an acoustic waveguide, an articulation section, an end effector, and an articulation drive assembly. The shaft extends distally from the body assembly and defines a longitudinal axis. The acoustic waveguide comprises a flexible portion. The articulation section is coupled with the shaft. A portion of the articulation section encompasses the flexible portion of the waveguide. The articulation section comprises a plurality of body portions aligned along the longitudinal axis and a flexible locking member. The flexible locking member is operable to secure the body portions in relation to each other and in relation to the shaft. The end effector comprises an ultrasonic blade in acoustic communication with the waveguide. The articulation drive assembly is operable to drive articulation of the articulation section to thereby deflect the end effector from the longitudinal axis. |
| US11484330B2 |
Basket actuator and surgical device including the same
A basket actuator includes a base including a base body and a base guide installed in the base body, a slider including a slider body configured to slide along the base guide, and a first slider arm and a second slider arm formed to protrude from the slider body and facing each other, a roller including a roller body rotatably disposed between the first slider arm and the second slider arm and a plurality of roller blades formed to protrude outwardly from the roller body, a wire guide connected to a front end portion of the base body, a wire disposed inside the wire guide and having a first end fixed to the roller, and a basket connected to a second end of the wire. The second slider arm is located rearward in comparison to the first slider arm. |