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| US12013253B2 |
Methods and apparatus to compress telematics data
Example methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture to capture and compress telematics data are disclosed herein. An example computer-implemented method, executed by a processor, to represent telematics data includes identifying, with the processor, a physical intersection of roads, identifying, with the processor, virtual lines crossing the roads, assigning, with the processor, ordinals to the virtual lines, representing, with the processor, a physical traversal through the physical intersection captured in first telematics data by a pair of the ordinals, and storing the pair of the ordinals in second compressed telematics data. |
| US12013248B2 |
Method and device for determining a navigation profile for a vehicle in a geographical area
Aspects concern a method for determining a navigation profile for a vehicle in a geographical area, comprising obtaining a road network, initializing a navigation map by assigning an initial speed to each road segment of the road network, training the navigation map using training data comprising a training route for each of a multiplicity of trips by, if the number of trips for which a road segment is in the training route but not in the determined route is above the first threshold, assigning a higher speed to the road segment, and, if the number of trips for which a road segment is in the determined route but not in the training route is above the second threshold, assigning a lower speed to the road segment, and determining a navigation profile including a route for a vehicle in the geographical area using the trained navigation map. |
| US12013247B2 |
Information processing apparatus and information processing method
There is provided a system for more efficiently transporting transport objects using a moving object. An information processing apparatus (100) that generates a movement instruction for a moving object that carries a transport object includes a first acquisition unit (141) configured to acquire information about the transport object for each space, a second acquisition unit (135) configured to acquire information representing a tendency of whether the moving object moves in accordance with the movement instruction, and a generation unit (143) configured to generate the movement instruction for the moving object on the basis of the information about the transport object and the information representing the tendency. |
| US12013245B2 |
Predictive map generation and control system
One or more information maps are obtained by an agricultural work machine. The one or more information maps map one or more agricultural characteristic values at different geographic locations of a field. An in-situ sensor on the agricultural work machine senses an agricultural characteristic as the agricultural work machine moves through the field. A predictive map generator generates a predictive map that predicts a predictive agricultural characteristic at different locations in the field based on a relationship between the values in the one or more information maps and the agricultural characteristic sensed by the in-situ sensor. The predictive map can be output and used in automated machine control. |
| US12013244B2 |
Intersection pose detection in autonomous machine applications
In various examples, live perception from sensors of a vehicle may be leveraged to generate potential paths for the vehicle to navigate an intersection in real-time or near real-time. For example, a deep neural network (DNN) may be trained to compute various outputs—such as heat maps corresponding to key points associated with the intersection, vector fields corresponding to directionality, heading, and offsets with respect to lanes, intensity maps corresponding to widths of lanes, and/or classifications corresponding to line segments of the intersection. The outputs may be decoded and/or otherwise post-processed to reconstruct an intersection—or key points corresponding thereto—and to determine proposed or potential paths for navigating the vehicle through the intersection. |
| US12013243B2 |
Passage planning and navigation systems and methods
Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to provide passage planning for a mobile structure. A passage planning system includes a logic device configured to communicate with a user interface associated with the mobile structure and at least one operational state sensor mounted to or within the mobile structure. The logic device determines an operational range map based, at least in part, on an operational state of the mobile structure, potential navigational hazards, and/or environmental conditions associated with the mobile structure. Such operational range map and other control signals may be displayed to a user and/or used to generate a planned route and/or adjust a steering actuator, a propulsion system thrust, and/or other operational systems of the mobile structure. |
| US12013242B2 |
Method for reading data from inertial sensors
A method for reading data from sensors is disclosed comprising: determining a sequence of measured data over time by means of a sensor, wherein the sequence of measured data over time is generated by step-by-step changes in the measured data at input times, which are determined by an input frequency fa and have a time interval of a period 1/fa of the input frequency; reading output data from the sensor at read times, which are determined by a read frequency fs and have a time interval of a period 1/fs of the read frequency, where the read frequency fs is smaller than the input frequency fa; determining, by means of a low-pass filter of the sensor, the ratio N between the input frequency fa and the read frequency fs from the sequence over time of the numbers of input times lying between two adjacent read times. |
| US12013237B2 |
Quasi-zero-stiffness based six-degree-of-freedom absolute displacement and attitude measurement device
The present invention discloses a quasi-zero-stiffness (QZS) based six-degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) absolute displacement and attitude measurement device. A lower end coil and an upper end coil are respectively charged with currents in the opposite directions; The electromagnetic field and the magnetic fields of an upper magnet and a lower magnet per se are mutually acted to produce an electromagnetic stiffness opposite to the stiffness of a spring. The stiffness of the whole leg is close to zero stiffness. When the to-be-measured platform generates space motion, the reference platform is in the stationary state. At this point, the deformation amounts of the six legs can be measured by laser displacement sensors. The six deformation amounts are respectively inputted into the displacement and attitude resolver, and by forward kinematic solution of the 6-DOF device, the displacement and the attitude of the to-be-measured platform can be obtained. |
| US12013236B2 |
Method for detecting a phase shift in an output of an inductive position sensor
A method for detecting a phase shift in an output signal of an inductive position sensor by calculating the phase spectrum of the position signal based on a Fast Fourier Transformation of the position signal and comparing the calculated phase spectrums over time to detect changes in the phase spectrums. |
| US12013234B1 |
Means for providing hands-free operation of a retractable, tape measure
A means that enables a retractable tape measure, of the type having a housing, to be used hands-free for measuring across the top of a body includes: (a) a base, (b) a plurality of rods, each with distal and a proximal ends, with each of the rods' proximal ends attached to the base's upper portion in a manner that extends them perpendicularly from this base, (c) a plurality of openings in the bottom surface of the housing, with each of these opening is configured to allow the rods' distal ends to pass through these opening, (d) a drive mechanism, located in this housing, that is configured to cause the rods' proximal ends to temporarily move the base either away from or towards the housing's bottom surface, and (e) a portion of this drive mechanism configured to control its operation. |
| US12013232B2 |
Non-contact inspection system for multi-axle heavy-duty vehicles
A heavy-duty vehicle measurement system utilizing displacement sensor modules disposed in housings on opposite sides of a vehicle inspection lane to acquire a set of displacement measurements associated with a moving heavy-duty vehicle. Displacement data along one or more measurement axes is acquired independently by each of the displacement sensor module to measure corresponding distances between the sensor module and points on a surface of the passing heavy-duty. A processing system is configured to receive and evaluate the set of displacement measurements, together with known parameters of the measurement system, to identify heavy-duty vehicle features, such as configuration, body panels, wheel assemblies, and tire surfaces, and to calculate heavy-duty vehicle parameters such as velocity, wheel rim or tire dimensions, axle relative orientations (scrub angles) and wheel assembly spatial orientations. |
| US12013228B2 |
Phase-shifting phase measurement error correction method based on pixel tracing of object raster images
Disclosed is a phase-shifting phase measurement error correction method based on pixel tracing of object raster images. During traditional phase-shifting shape measurement, surface height information is represented by phase information. The nonlinearity of equipment inevitably causes errors of phase information calculated according to images captured by a camera. The method comprises: projecting, by projector, a special raster projection to resolve a pixel-tracing mapping relation; in a direction against a light path, determining the position of a point light source that illuminates any one image pixel in a captured image and is located in an imaging plane of the projector according to the pixel-tracing mapping relation; and finally, replacing distributed phase information in image pixels with ideal phases in point light sources to correct phase errors to improve the accuracy of phase-shifting shape measurement. Compared with existing methods, the method is easy to operate and high in efficiency and precision. |
| US12013227B2 |
System and method for automatically measuring exhaust area of turbine guide vane
A system for automatically measuring an exhaust area of a turbine guide vane, including a data acquisition module configured to measure a three-dimensional point cloud coordinate of a contour of a throat; a positioning module configured to automatically adjust a relative spatial position between the data acquisition module and the turbine guide vane; and a data processing module configured to fit a three-dimensional contour of the throat according to the three-dimensional point cloud coordinate measured by the data acquisition module. A method for automatically measuring an exhaust area of a turbine guide vane using the system is also provided. |
| US12013224B2 |
Contactless displacement sensor employing flexible photoelectric nanofilm
Provided is a contactless displacement sensor based on a flexible photoelectric nanofilm. The displacement sensor is fixed on a mid-span surface of a bridge; a laser light source is arranged under the displacement sensor, and after the has a deflection, the displacement sensor is displaced along with the bridge, resulting in a corresponding change in an output current; the change of a laser transmission distance, namely the deflection of the bridge, can be obtained through back calculation according to an output current signal. Compared with other traditional deflection measuring devices, the contactless displacement sensor based on a flexible photoelectric nanofilm has the advantages of a simple structure, a high measuring precision, a high response speed, a wide in application range, being capable of achieving real-time automatic measurement and the like. |
| US12013222B2 |
Blasting plan logger, related methods and computer program products
The invention allows improved planning and implementation of blasting operations. The location of a hand-held apparatus (200) is determined based on signaling received by a high-accuracy positioning unit (220). If the location corresponds with a location of a bore hole in a stored blasting plan, an electronic detonator selected by a user is identified based on its identifier read by a NFC reader (230) of the hand-held apparatus (200), and the stored blasting plan is updated with the hand-held apparatus (200) to indicate that the assigned electronic detonator has been set in the bore hole. |
| US12013220B2 |
Ammunition cartridge with a base plug vent
An ammunition cartridge comprised of a projectile inserted in, and mechanically connected to, a metal cartridge case assembly having a propulsion chamber and a base, and an energetic propellant disposed in the propulsion chamber, includes a base plug in which is mounted an igniter with an energetic primer. During manufacture of the cartridge, a fusible support ring is incorporated into a metal cavity. The cartridge base includes a cavity allowing the fusible material to solidify at ambient temperatures. When exposed to heat from an external fire, the fusible support plug liquefies losing its strength and subsequently, when a propellant or primer off-gasses or auto-ignites the pressure from the reaction ejects a metal plug or lid from the cartridge case base, creating a void that allows the propellant and primer to combust in an unconfined space. |
| US12013219B2 |
Inertia bullet remover
An inertia bullet remover and associated methods for removing a bullet from an ammunition casing. The inertia bullet remover includes a carriage for carrying the ammunition casing. The carriage is movable with respect to a base between a first position and a second position. Movement of the carriage is guided by a guide. Movement of the carriage is stopped by a stop, which causes the bullet to exit the ammunition casing via inertia. |
| US12013218B2 |
Ballistic vest
A protective garment includes a shell and an insert. The shell includes a front layer and a rear layer coupled to the front layer. The front layer and the rear layer form a void therebetween. The insert is disposed within the void. The insert includes a main body defining a first lateral side, a second lateral side opposite the first lateral side, and a bottom edge extending between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. The bottom edge defines a recess between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. |
| US12013217B2 |
Protective shield
A protective shield has an at least approximately rectangular base body. A first connecting element is at a first edge of the base body. A second connecting element is at a second edge of the base body opposite the first end. The first and the second connecting elements are each arranged as part of a positive-locking connection system. |
| US12013216B2 |
Laser controller with light path characterization by backscatter detection
A laser controller with backscatter detection includes an electromagnetic radiation source operable to transmit radiation into the environment, a backscatter detector operable to detect backscattered radiation from the environment, and a processor operable to generate a laser control signal based on characteristics of the detected backscattered radiation. |
| US12013214B2 |
Barrier for a deployment unit of a conducted electrical weapon
A deployment unit for use with a handle of a conducted electrical weapon (“CEW”). The deployment unit includes wire-tethered electrodes for launching toward a human or animal target for providing a current through the target to impede locomotion of the target. The deployment unit includes a barrier that prior to use with the handle protects the deployment unit from electrostatic discharge. Prior to use of the deployment unit, the barrier may further protect the deployment unit from ingress of dirt and/or moisture into the deployment unit. While the deployment unit is inserted into a handle, the barrier shields conductors of the handle and the deployment unit to facilitate delivery of a launch signal from the handle to the deployment unit to launch the wire-tethered electrodes. |
| US12013211B2 |
Rifle scope with dual canting indicators
The present invention discloses a canting indicating rifle scope. An eyepiece assembly is located on one end of a body tube, and an objective bell extends from the opposite end. Lenses are positioned within the scope and permit visual acuity and magnification adjustments. A reticle is located between a focus lens and an ocular lens. A level is located between the reticle and the ocular lens. A canting turret extends from a parallax turret on the body tube and contains a circuit board, a battery power source, and an accelerometer. The circuit board is electrically connected to the electronic accelerometer and to a level LED positioned to illuminate the level. The circuit board is electrically connected to a reticle LED to illuminate the reticle. An activation switch on the exterior of the turret controls the mode of illumination of the reticle and level. |
| US12013210B2 |
Auxiliary optical system
An auxiliary optical system is installed on a telescopic sight of a gun, the telescope sight including an eyepiece end, an objective end and a first reticle. The system includes a digital imaging member fixed at the objective end by a first fixing member and partially shielding an objective lens, a display member fixed at the eyepiece end by a second fixing member and electrically connected to the digital imaging member; the digital imaging member configured to perform photosensitive image on environmental images and convert the environmental images into video signals, and generates a second reticle that is adjustable and has the same function as the first reticle, the second reticle and the video signals stacked together to be transmitted to the display member for display. The present disclosure enables the gun to have functions of the digital sight without replacing a conventional telescopic sight. |
| US12013208B2 |
Sling adjustment and a weapon sling including the sling adjustment
The disclosure provides a sling adjustment for increased reliability and performance compared to conventional cam and slide adjustments. The disclosed sling adjustment is a single hardware piece that includes a slider and a cam. The sling adjustment includes an antilock wedge to prevent or at least reduce binding when using the sliding feature in the tightening direction. Extruded pins are also disclosed that can reduce the cost and the number of components that are needed for reliable performance. In one example, the sling adjustment includes: (1) a slider having a pair of side walls, and (2) a cam, positioned within the pair of side walls, having an antilock wedge and a center slider bar, wherein the antilock wedge is located on a forward side of the center slider bar. |
| US12013200B2 |
Firearm tracking, communication, and monitoring apparatus and system
Firearms being used by non-authorized individuals have been the cause of the death of many innocent people. Guns and rifles are relatively easy to obtain illegally though black markets or by stealing from relatives and acquaintances of registered firearm owners and there is no adequate methods of restricting their operation after they are not controlled by the owner. The current disclosure describes an apparatus and system for remotely monitoring the location, movement and operational status of a firearm and report the status to the firearm owner. Alternatively, the system will track the firearms location and status and report to a central authority when the firearm is fired. This method of operation can be used to notify a central authority to provide backup for an officer under fire. Shots fired and shots heard are detected using acoustic time of flight and sound signature analysis. The detection apparatus being contained within the firearm. In addition, the system uses multiple communication channels to connect with the central authority or firearm owner, including cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Lora wan. These communication channels may send firearm discharge information through the cellular or land line 911 system. |
| US12013198B2 |
Method and system for cleaning a device holding fluid
Methods and systems for cleaning devices holding fluid which use a system such as a transducer assembly including at least one pair of protrusions acting as point-like pressure sources or at least one substantially circular protrusion acting as a substantially circular point-like pressure source, coupled to an outer surface of the device to be cleaned. |
| US12013192B2 |
Valve device having outer circumferential surface having communication hole and groove
A valve device 1 includes a rotational shaft 2, and a valve body 4 internally forming a space 10 and rotatable about the rotational shaft 2, the valve body 4 having an outer circumferential surface 28 where a first communication hole 36 and a bottomed groove 38 are formed, the first communication hole 36 communicating with the space 10, the bottomed groove 38 extending from the first communication hole 36 toward one side in a rotational direction of the rotational shaft 2, and the groove 38 including a first section 40 in which at least one of a depth D of the groove 38 and a width W of the groove 38 increases toward the first communication hole 36. |
| US12013191B2 |
Coiled spring
A spring apparatus that has a section that is predominantly horizontal and a section of the spring that is predominantly vertical. The multiple spring assembly design allows for increased surface area, fluid flow, and improved heat transfer properties. The unique design allows the spring to fit in tight spaces and decreases issues when manufacturing complex spring designs and allows for efficient heat and fluid flow inside a tubular. |
| US12013188B2 |
Shell-and-plate type heat exchanger
A shell-and-plate heat exchanger includes: a shell that forms an internal space and includes a refrigerant outlet at a top of the shell; and a plate stack disposed in the internal space and that includes heat transfer plates that are stacked and joined together. The shell-and-plate heat exchanger is configured to allow a refrigerant that has flowed into the internal space to evaporate. The refrigerant outlet emits a gas refrigerant out of the internal space through the refrigerant outlet. The plate stack forms: refrigerant channels that communicate with the internal space and through which a refrigerant flows; and heating medium channels that are blocked from the internal space and through which a heating medium flows. Each of the refrigerant channels is adjacent to an associated one of the heating medium channels with one of the heat transfer plates interposed therebetween. |
| US12013186B2 |
Slag door pusher
A slag pusher apparatus having a boom with a plurality of telescopingly engaged boom segments. Rollers are positioned between each boom segment to provide support for the boom segments and facilitate extension and retraction of the boom. |
| US12013185B2 |
Reflow furnace
The present disclosure discloses a reflow oven, comprising a heating zone, a cooling zone, a barrier and exhaust zone, a gas exhaust passage, a gas exhaust power device, and a detection device. The heating zone comprises a heating zone inlet and a heating zone outlet. The cooling zone comprises a cooling zone inlet and a cooling zone outlet. The barrier and exhaust zone is located between the heating zone outlet and the cooling zone inlet. An inlet of the gas exhaust passage is communicated with the barrier and exhaust zone. The gas exhaust power device is disposed on the gas exhaust passage. The detection device is disposed on the gas exhaust passage and used for detecting parameters of gas in the gas exhaust passage, wherein the parameters of the gas reflect a blockage condition of the gas exhaust power device. The reflow oven according to the present disclosure can ensure that the gas containing soldering flux is sufficiently drawn out from the barrier and exhaust zone, thereby ensuring the production quality of a circuit board and improving the qualified rate of the circuit board. |
| US12013183B2 |
Spinning dryer system and methods for use
A system for drying wet food articles (such as produce) is disclosed herein. The system can comprise a turntable capable of rotating multiple barrel stations. The system can comprise various loading, drying, dumping, and cleaning positions, and the barrel stations can be rotated to each of these positions. The present disclosure also describes various methods for drying wet food articles utilizing such systems. |
| US12013181B2 |
Electrode sheet drying apparatus
An electrode sheet drying apparatus includes a plurality of hot air blowers each having a nozzle. The nozzle has a first hot air guide having a first guide surface, a second hot air guide having a second guide surface. The nozzle is configured to blow band hot air toward an obliquely upstream side. An angle formed between the first guide surface and an undried active material layer is set to an angle at which the band hot air travels toward an upstream side along the undried active material layer over a distance longer than or equal to 15 times as large as a gap from a first upstream-side edge to the undried active material layer even without a spread prevention part. |
| US12013179B2 |
Method of cooling boil off gas and an apparatus therefor
A method of cooling a boil off gas stream from a liquefied cargo (50a) in a floating transportation vessel is described. The method comprises: compressing a boil off gas stream in two or more stages of compression to provide a compressed BOG discharge stream; cooling the compressed BOG discharge stream against one or more first coolant streams to provide a first cooled compressed BOG stream; cooling the first cooled compressed BOG stream against at least one second coolant stream to provide a second cooled compressed BOG stream; providing a vessel fuel stream from the liquefied cargo; using the vessel fuel stream as a coolant stream to cool either the compressed BOG discharge stream, or the first cooled compressed BOG stream, or both said streams. |
| US12013178B2 |
Heating device and refrigerator
Provided are a heating device and a refrigerator. The heating device includes: a cylinder body, in which a heating cavity is defined and configured to place an object to be processed, provided with a pick-and-place opening located on a front side of the cylinder body; a door body, configured to open and close the pick-and-place opening of the cylinder body; an electromagnetic heating device, configured to generate electromagnetic waves into the heating cavity to heat the object to be processed; and magnetic elements, disposed on the door body or the cylinder body and configured to enable the door body and the cylinder body to attract each other, so that when the door body is in a closed state in which the door body seals the pick-and-place opening, the door body and the cylinder body are in close electrical contact, thereby forming a continuously conductive shielding body. By disposing the magnetic elements, on the one hand, the size of a gap between the door body and the cylinder body is reduced, and the amount of electromagnetic leakage is reduced; and on the other hand, it facilitates the door body and the cylinder body forming a continuously conductive shielding body to prevent electromagnetic waves from being emitted through the gap that may exist between the door body and the cylinder body, thereby effectively shielding the electromagnetic radiation and eliminating the harm of the electromagnetic radiation to the human body. |
| US12013174B2 |
Beverage cooling device
A beverage cooling device including a housing having a top wall, a side wall, and a cavity. A motor is operatively connected to a power supply within the housing. A container engagement member is rotatably coupled to the motor and configured to receive torque from the motor when the motor is actuated. The container engagement member includes an aperture for receiving an inserted beverage container and a plurality of spring members configured to deform upon insertion of the beverage container into the aperture and to provide a gripping force upon the beverage container. |
| US12013173B2 |
Refrigerating and freezing device
A refrigerating and freezing device (1) includes a cabinet, wherein at least one storage compartment (11) is defined therein, and a heating cavity is defined in one of the storage compartments (11); and an electromagnetic heating device, configured to supply electromagnetic waves into the heating cavity so as to heat a to-be-processed object in the heating cavity, wherein the electromagnetic heating device is provided with an electromagnetic generation module (21) configured to produce an electromagnetic wave signal. A containing groove (12) with an upward opening is provided in a top of the cabinet (10), the opening of the containing groove (12) is covered with a cover (13) so as to define a containing space (14) between the containing groove (12) and the cover (13), and heat dissipation holes configured to achieve communication between the containing space (14) and an external environment where the cabinet (10) is located are provided in the cover (13). The electromagnetic generation module (21) is disposed in the containing space (14), and a heat dissipation fan (31) is further provided in the containing space (14) and is configured to drive airflow to flow between the containing space (14) and the external environment where the cabinet (10) is located through the heat dissipation holes, so as to dissipate heat from the electromagnetic generation module (21). The heat dissipation efficiency and the heat dissipation effect are improved, and the space inside the cabinet (10) is prevented from being occupied. |
| US12013171B2 |
Electrical component module
An electrical component module includes a main board having a front surface on which an electronic component forming a part of a control circuit is mounted, a power board having a front surface on which a plurality of power devices forming a remaining part of the control circuit is mounted, and a fixed plate on which the main board and the power board are mounted. The fixed plate is attached to a machine section. The plurality of power devices is vertically arranged on the front surface of the power board and face a cooler for thermal coupling. The power board has a size in an upward and downward direction set to correspond to a size of the plurality of power devices vertically arranged in the upward and downward direction, and the main board has a size in the upward and downward direction set to correspond to the size of the power board in the upward and downward direction. |
| US12013170B2 |
Device and method for providing a thermally conductive coupling
A device intended for cooling an object being moved within a cryostat comprises a heat transfer section forming a contact surface for said object and means for fastening the heat transfer section to a cooling structure in such a way that said contact surface remains free. The device comprises a spring section which is separate from said heat transfer section and which is arranged to exert on the heat transfer section a spring force pushing said contact surface in a direction in which it is intended to contact said object. |
| US12013167B2 |
Refrigerator
A refrigerator of the present invention comprises: a storage chamber for storing food; a cool air supplying means for supplying cool air to the storage chamber; a first tray which forms a part of an ice-making cell in which water is phase-changed to ice by the cool air; a second tray which forms another part of the ice-making cell and can be in contact with the first tray during an ice-making process; a water supply valve for adjusting a flow of the water supplied to the ice-making cell; a water supply amount detector for detecting the amount of water supplied to the ice-making cell; and a controller for controlling the water supply valve. The controller controls the water supply valve to supply water to the ice-making cell as much as a first reference water supply amount, for supplying water to the ice-making cell at a water supply position of the second tray. After finishing the water supply as much as the first reference water supply amount, the controller moves the second tray to an ice-making position and determines whether the water supply amount of the ice-making cell has reached a target water supply amount by using the water supply amount detector. When the water supply amount of the ice making cell has reached the target water supply amount, the controller starts ice-making, and when the water supply amount of the ice making cell has not reached the target water supply amount, the controller moves the second tray back to the water supply position and controls the water supply valve to supply water as much as a second reference water supply amount which is less than the first reference water supply amount. |
| US12013165B2 |
Refrigerator and method for controlling same
A refrigerator includes a first tray forming a part of an ice-making cell in which water undergoes a phase change to ice due to the cool air, a second tray forming another part of the ice-making cell and in contact with the first tray during an ice-making process, a water supply to supply water to the ice-making cell, a heater which is adjacent to at least one of the first tray or the second tray; and a controller to control the heater. The second tray is moveable with respect to the first tray, and the controller is configured to control a movement of the second tray. |
| US12013164B2 |
Refrigeration system with a plurality of steam ejectors connected to a plurality of flow traps
Disclosed is a refrigeration system having: a steam ejector with an ejector outlet; and a passive flow trap connected to the ejector outlet. |
| US12013159B2 |
Air-conditioning apparatus
An air-conditioning apparatus includes a four-way valve, a first three-way valve and a second three-way valve each having a closed port, a compressor, an indoor heat exchanger, an expansion valve, a first outdoor heat exchanger, a second outdoor heat exchanger, a bypass expansion valve, a check valve, a discharge temperature sensor, an indoor pipe temperature sensor, an indoor temperature sensor, a current sensor, and a controller configured to detect switching failure at the four-way valve, the first three-way valve, and the second three-way valve. The controller is configured to detect switching failure at the four-way valve, the first three-way valve, or the second three-way valve by using the temperatures measured by the discharge temperature sensor, the indoor pipe temperature sensor, and the indoor temperature sensor and the current in consideration of an operation status. |
| US12013158B2 |
Receiver, connection method thereof, receiver assembly and heat pump system
A receiver, a receiver assembly and a heat pump system. The receiver includes a first pipe, a second pipe and a third pipe leading to the cavity of the receiver, wherein the first pipe, the second pipe and the third pipe connect to a first load unit, a second load unit and a cold and heat source unit, respectively. |
| US12013150B2 |
Air humidification and purification device
Provided is an air humidification and purification device comprising: a housing; a blowing part; an air purification filter; a water container; a water tank unit; a humidification member; an air flow path part; a flow path regulating member; and a driving part, wherein the water container has a water supply valve member, the flow path regulating member includes: a rotary shaft part; a body part rotating integrally with the rotary shaft part, and opening and closing at least a portion of the air flow path part; and a pressing part which rotates integrally with the rotary shaft part, and when the flow path regulating member rotates, the flow direction of the air in the air flow path part is changed by means of the body part, and the water supply valve member opens and closes by means of the pressing part. |
| US12013148B2 |
Photovoltaic panel system assembly method
A cooling system for a photovoltaic panel including micro flat heat pipes (HP) integrated with thermoelectric generators (TEG) and a cooled water reservoir for cooling the working fluid in heat pipes. The cooled water in the reservoir is pumped from the condensate pan of an air conditioner. Experimental results show that cooling system reduced the average temperature of the panel by as much as 19° C. or 25%. Further, the output power of the photovoltaic panel increased by 44% when the photovoltaic panel was used in a very hot climate (30-40° C.). An additional two watts of power was generated by the TEGs. |
| US12013147B2 |
Indirect evaporative cooling air conditioner
An indirect evaporative cooling air conditioner is provided, which includes a housing, multiple partition plates located in the housing and at least two heat exchangers arranged side by side. The multiple partition plates and the at least two heat exchangers separate the housing into multiple indoor air flow passages and multiple outdoor air flow passages, each heat exchange has a first heat exchange flow passage and a second heat exchange flow passage crosswise and independently arranged, the indoor air flow passages are in communication with the first heat exchange flow passages to form an indoor circulation passage, the outdoor air flow passages are in communication with the second heat exchange flow passages to form an outdoor circulation passage, and the fluid in the indoor circulation passages exchange heat with the fluid in the outdoor circulation passages through the at least two heat exchangers. |
| US12013146B2 |
Phase change cold storage device having vortex coiled tubes
The present invention provides a phase change cold storage device having vortex coiled tubes, which falls within the technical field of low temperatures and comprises an inlet tube, an outlet tube, a tube plate, a baffle plate, vortex coiled tubes, a cylinder body, a central tube, a support frame, a seal head and a saddle, wherein the tube plate is fixedly connected to the cylinder body, a lower end position and a central position of the tube plate are respectively perforated, the inlet tube and the outlet tube are respectively connected to a lower end position and a central position of the tube plate, the baffle plate and the vortex coiled tubes are mounted on the central tube, one end of the central tube is fixed on the tube plate, and the other end is inserted through the support frame connected to the cylinder body, the head is connected to the cylinder, provided on the opposite side of the inlet and outlet tubes, and the saddle is provided below the cylinder. The present invention has a compact structure, is easy to manufacture, and easily enhances heat transfer with vortex coiled tubes, and at the same time, has a good cold storage effect and a wide application range. |
| US12013142B2 |
Side-mounted electric heater
An HVACR fan and heater assembly accounts for the cyclonic flow produced by centrifugal blowers by placing a heater vertically and biased towards a side of a fan cabinet in order to increase and balance airflow through the heater, eliminating hot spots and fire risk and improving heater efficiency. A blockoff in the fan cabinet forces airflow within the cabinet to move through the heater. The positioning of the heater may vary depending on the direction of rotation of the centrifugal blower. The fan and heater assembly may further include baffles to direct the airflow from the centrifugal blower. |
| US12013141B2 |
Ceiling-embedded air conditioner
In order to quickly condition a room by blowing conditioned air from an air blowing opening over a wide range, a fixed air blowing portion 75 is disposed at a central portion in a raised portion 740 in which a part of a decorative panel 70 is raised toward the air conditioning room. Movable air blowing portions 77 are disposed on both sides thereof. The movable air blowing portion 77 is rotatable within a predetermined angle range around an axis orthogonal to the panel surface of the decorative panel 70 or to the ceiling surface, while air blowing openings 754 and 783 are formed on each side surface of the fixed air blowing portion 75 and the movable air blowing portion 77. As a result, the conditioned air is blown out in a wide range in the horizontal direction from the air blowing opening 783 as the movable air blowing portion 77 rotates. |
| US12013139B2 |
Air conditioning apparatus, management device, and connection pipe
An air conditioning apparatus includes a refrigerant circuit in which a plurality of indoor units respectively including an indoor heat exchanger and an indoor expansion valve are connected to an outdoor unit including an outdoor expansion valve via a liquid-refrigerant connection pipe. The air conditioning apparatus individually controls each of the indoor units to operate or stop. The air conditioning apparatus includes a controller. When at least one of the indoor heat exchangers functions as a radiator, the controller controls an opening degree of the indoor expansion valve and an opening degree of the outdoor expansion valve. The apparatus—determines whether a refrigerant amount in the refrigerant circuit is appropriate on the basis of an amount of change corresponding to a change in state of a refrigerant between the indoor expansion valve and the outdoor expansion valve. |
| US12013138B2 |
Working fluid eliminator for a heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system
A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, including a vapor compression circuit configured to circulate a working fluid therethrough to condition a fluid in thermal communication with the vapor compression circuit. A working fluid eliminator is fluidly coupled to the vapor compression circuit. A valve of the working fluid eliminator is adjustable to enable discharge of the working fluid from the vapor compression circuit and through the working fluid eliminator, wherein the valve is communicatively coupled to and controlled by an event controller. |
| US12013131B2 |
Expansion vessel with membrane, pump comprising the expansion vessel and relative manufacturing method
Disclosed is an expansion vessel for containing and delivering a liquid through compression by a gas, comprising a main body, a membrane, an inlet for the entry of the liquid and a valve for the inlet of the gas. The first edge has a substantially “L” shape. Disclosed also is a pump for systems which comprises the expansion vessel and a method for making the above-mentioned expansion vessel. |
| US12013124B2 |
Combination outdoor ventless fireplace and brick oven
A combination outdoor ventless fireplace and brick oven system includes a main body with a framework assembly. A fireplace firebox is formed in the framework assembly. An oven firebox is formed in the framework assembly and suspended above the fireplace firebox. A chimney flue is disposed above the oven firebox in the framework assembly. The framework assembly is covered by a refractory heat resistant mortar. The fireplace firebox has an aperture. The system also has a gas line disposed in the framework assembly below the aperture. The gas line is configured to connect the aperture with a gaseous fuel source. A burner pan may be disposed in the aperture. |
| US12013119B2 |
Method and assembly for controlling an internal combustion engine having multiple burners
A method and an assembly for controlling an internal combustion engine having multiple burners is provided. Combustion measurement data is collected in a burner-specific manner for each burner and assigned to a burner identification identifying the respective burner. Performance measurement data of the internal combustion engine is also collected and used to determine a performance value. A machine learning model is trained by means of the combustion measurement data, the associated burner identifications and the performance measurement data, to generate burner-specific control data which optimizes the performance value when the burners are actuated in a burner-specific manner using the control data. The control data generated by the trained machine learning model is output for the burner-specific actuation of the burners. |
| US12013117B2 |
Injectors for supercritical CO2 applications
An apparatus and method for injectors for use in combustion systems employing multiple non-solid or gas streams such as supercritical CO2 systems. The apparatus and method allow for reactants to be injected into a combustion chamber in such a way that combustion is locally inhibited. Injectors employing an inner and outer tube are designed to minimize mixing between the non-solid gas streams and allow for swirling and stratification of the non-solid or gas streams. |
| US12013108B2 |
Lighting device comprising a light-transmissive enclosure
A lighting device (1) is provided. The lighting device (1) comprises a light-transmissive enclosure (10) and alight source (30). The light-transmissive enclosure (10) has an outer surface (11) and an inner surface (12) opposite to the outer surface (11). The inner surface (12) at least in part forming a cavity (20). The light-transmissive enclosure (10) has an opening (15) lying in a transverse plane (P1). The light source (30) is arranged on the transverse plane (P1), or on a side of the transverse plane (P1) opposite of the light-transmissive enclosure (10), and configured to emit light into the cavity (20). The light-transmissive enclosure (10) is arranged around a longitudinal axis (L), the longitudinal axis (L) lying in a longitudinal plane that is perpendicular to the transverse plane (P1). The light-transmissive enclosure (10) has a first part (101) and a second part (102) separated from each other by the longitudinal plane (P2). The first part (101) is shaped as a first parabolic segment or a first elliptical segment having a first focal point (13) that is located on the transverse plane (P1). The second part (102) is shaped as a second parabolic segment or a second elliptical segment having a second focal point (14) that is located on the transverse plane (P1). The light source (30) is arranged between the first focal point (13) and the second focal point (14). |
| US12013106B2 |
High-bay light fixture thermal management
A high bay light fixture (100) comprising multiple heat sink structures (102, 104, 106, 108) attached to an electronics housing (110), and light sources (132, 134, 136, 138) attached to the multiple heat sink structures (102, 104, 106, 108). Each heat sink structure (102, 104, 106, 108) includes a bottom wall (202) and side walls (204, 206, 208, 210) that extend up from the bottom wall (202). Each light source (132, 134, 136, 138) is attached to the bottom wall (202) of a respective heat sink structure (102, 104, 106, 108) on a surface of the bottom wall (202) facing away from the electronics housing (110). Each heat sink structure (102, 104, 106, 108) is spaced from other heat sink structures of the multiple heat sink structures (102, 104, 106, 108) that are adjacent to the heat sink structure (102, 104, 106, 108). |
| US12013101B1 |
LED lamp independently and stepwise adjustable in beam angle
The present invention discloses an LED lamp independently and stepwise adjustable in beam angle, the LED lamp comprises a lamp body, a lens module and an LED light source-driver assembly installed inside the lamp body, the LED light source-driver assembly comprising an LED light source and an LED driver, and the lens module is an independent module which is detachably assembled with the light source-driver assembly; wherein the lens module can independently perform stepwise adjustment on the beam angle of the LED lamp, and the stepwise adjustment of the beam angle is realized by stepwise adjustment operation on the lens module. |
| US12013100B1 |
Dual-drum projection lamp
The present disclosure discloses a new dual-drum projection lamp provided with a housing. A first projection mechanism and a second projection mechanism located on one side of the first projection mechanism are arranged in the housing. A transmission mechanism is further arranged in the housing. The transmission mechanism is configured to link the first projection mechanism and the second projection mechanism to enable the first projection mechanism and the second projection mechanism to rotate simultaneously, or the transmission mechanism is configured to respectively drive the first projection mechanism or the second projection mechanism to rotate. The present disclosure has the beneficial effects that by adopting a new transmission mode, a transmission structure is simpler. In addition, the new transmission mode can be implemented only by a single motor, so that the production cost is reduced, and the fault rate is also reduced. |
| US12013092B2 |
Automotive lamp optical element and automotive headlamp
Provided is an automotive lamp optical element and an automotive headlamp. The automotive lamp optical element includes a light-incident portion, a light-passing portion and a light-emitting portion sequentially connected and integrally formed. The light-incident portion is configured to focus and emit light from a light source into the light-passing portion. The area of a longitudinal section of the light-passing portion gradually increases in an optical axis direction. The light-emitting portion protrudes in a direction facing away from the light-incident portion and is configured to refract light emitted through the light-passing portion. |
| US12013090B2 |
Lighting device for providing a natural lighting effect
A lighting device comprising at least three LED chains, each LED chain including a plurality of LED light sources separated from each other along the LED chain, wherein the LED light sources of each LED chain are electrically connected to a common drive signal line, wherein the light sources of the at least three LED chains are substantially evenly and non-symmetrically distributed over a light area, and a controller configured to apply a different drive signal to each drive signal line, wherein each drive signal is time varying so as to cause a time variation of at least one property of light emitted from the LED light sources. By applying different, and dynamically changing drive signals to the three groups, lighting effects resembling those occurring in nature can be accomplished, at a fraction of the costs of a pixelated and addressable device. |
| US12013088B2 |
Tube light with improved LED array
A method and an apparatus and system for producing light using LED lighting with output within a predetermined desired color temperature range for commercial lighting uses. A preferred embodiment includes a first and second group of LEDs arranged in an alternating matrix configuration, each group of LEDs configured to produce light in a predetermined color temperature range. In a preferred embodiment, an LED light system includes a tubular LED lamp having substantially the same size and dimensions as a traditional fluorescent lamp tube and a control box for controlling power input and power gain to the first, second, or both groups of LEDs. |
| US12013087B2 |
LED bulb and method of manufacture
An LED bulb includes a center ring, a burner and an elastic component. The center ring includes a central opening, a first flat rim extending along a first part of an outer edge of the central opening, and a first notch cut-out beyond the central opening at an end of the first flat rim. The burner is disposed at least in part in the central opening and includes a first pin that has a first flat side face. The elastic component is configured to press the first flat rim of the center ring against the first flat side face of the first pin of the burner. |
| US12013080B1 |
Foldable cell phone stand
A device for holding a personal item at an adjustable angle may include a base frame having a first end and a second end; a swing arm pivotably engaged with the base frame such that an angle of the swing arm with respect to the base frame is adjustable from flush with the base frame to perpendicular to the base frame; and a personal item notch built into the first end of the base frame, wherein the personal item notch is sized to accommodate placement of the personal item therein. The swing arm may have an adjustable length, wherein the length of the swing arm and the angle of the swing arm may be held at the desired length and angle due to friction. |
| US12013078B2 |
Support driving structure of photo booth
A support driving structure of a photo booth includes: a supporting main shaft, a driven wheel, and a rotating arm. The driven wheel is sleeved on the supporting main shaft and is rotatably connected to the supporting main shaft. The rotating arm is connected to an end surface of the driven wheel. The driven wheel is rotatably connected to the supporting main shaft through a bearing. The rotating arm is connected to the end surface of the driven wheel through screws. The rotating arm is of a frame structure. The rotating arm includes long rods, short rods, and connecting sheets. Two ends of each of the short rods and two ends of each of the connecting sheets are both connected to the two long rods. Connecting positions are defined on the connecting sheets. Connecting portions corresponding to the connecting positions are disposed on the driven wheel. |
| US12013075B2 |
Insulated exhaust gas conduit systems
An insulated exhaust gas conduit system includes a first exhaust gas conduit, a second exhaust gas conduit, a first insulation sleeve, and a second insulation sleeve. The first exhaust gas conduit has a first exhaust gas conduit end portion. The second exhaust gas conduit has a second exhaust gas conduit end portion that is configured to engage with the first exhaust gas conduit end portion. The first insulation sleeve includes a first insulation sleeve insulation layer and a first insulation sleeve heat shield. The first insulation sleeve insulation layer is disposed around the first exhaust gas conduit. The first insulation sleeve heat shield is disposed around the first insulation sleeve insulation layer. The first insulation sleeve extends beyond the first exhaust gas conduit end portion. The second insulation sleeve includes a second insulation sleeve insulation layer and a second insulation sleeve heat shield. |
| US12013066B1 |
Methods and systems for reversibly consummating fluidic connections
Provided herein is a method for sterile fluid transfer. A first array of conduits may be disposed in a first compartment having a planar face with an array of cavities, each containing a cannular protrusion fluidly connected to a conduit. A second array of conduits may be disposed in a second compartment having its own planar face with an array of surface cannular protrusions, each fluidly connected to a conduit in the second array. The method may include sterilizing the lumens of each conduit-protrusion pair; snugly juxtaposing the two planar faces to form an array of steam-tight chambers; introducing a sterilizing gas into the chambers; expelling the sterilizing gas from the chambers; moving each cannular protrusion towards its facing surface protrusion to reversibly form a fluid connection therebetween, while the chamber remains externally sealed, and transferring a fluid across at least one fluidic connection. |
| US12013061B2 |
Seal ring and conduit connector
An annular seal ring is provided, including an inner sealing portion and an outer sealing portion, disconnected from each other allowing them to move completely freely relative to each other during operation. The seal ring is located in a cavity, formed when the first and second hubs of a conduit connector are connected. The seal ring includes a support rib and a mating groove, and the support rib is adapted to interact with the groove under certain combinations of pressure and temperature. |
| US12013060B2 |
Ring body, pipe fitting, and method for joining pipes
A ring body to be provided in a pipe joint which can prevent a spigot from separating from a socket by a spigot protrusion engaging with a lock ring from the back side of the socket in the separation direction A of the spigot. The ring body includes a main body part which is inserted into between the inner peripheral surface of the socket and the outer peripheral surface of the spigot to be provided in the pipe joint, and a deviation prevention member that prevents the main body part from deviating to the opening end side of the socket, wherein the main body part moves the spigot in the pipe radial direction with respect to the socket, thereby reducing deviation in the pipe radial direction between the pipe axis of a first pipe and the pipe axis of a second pipe. |
| US12013058B2 |
Method of manufacturing pipe packing
The present inventive concept relates to a method of manufacturing a pipe packing inserted into a housing having a hollow body shape to prevent fluid flowing inside a pipe from leaking to the outside, the method including: manufacturing the pipe packing by injecting molten rubber into a mold assembly having an outer mold and an inner mold, wherein the pipe packing is configured as a hollow body and comprises an outer circumferential part located outside of the pipe relative thereto, opposite surfaces provided in directions toward a middle of the pipe packing at opposite ends of the outer circumferential part, and an inner circumferential part provided toward a center portion of the opposite surfaces therefrom, wherein the inner circumferential part has a gap provided therein to be divided into opposite inner circumferential parts. |
| US12013056B2 |
Clamp
A clamp includes a fixed portion on which a medical tube is placed, a movable portion that is provided above the fixed portion to face the fixed portion, and a closing portion that presses and closes the medical tube when the movable portion is pressed toward the fixed portion. The closing portion includes a presser that protrudes from the movable portion toward the fixed portion and presses the medical tube, a pair of sidewalls that extends, like a wall, from both sides of the fixed portion and prevents the medical tube from being shifted laterally, and a guide structure that allows the presser to be guided between the sidewalls. |
| US12013053B2 |
Transmission part, valve drive assembly and valve
The present disclosure relates to the technical field of pipeline equipment, and discloses a transmission part, a valve drive assembly and a valve. The valve drive assembly includes a first transmission part, a second transmission part and a driving part, the first transmission part is configured to be detachably connected with the rotating shaft of the valve; the second transmission part is in transmission connection with the first transmission part, and can move in an axial direction of the rotating shaft relative to the first transmission part; the driving part is used to drive the second transmission part to rotate so as to drive the first transmission part and the rotating shaft of the valve to rotate. With the application of the valve drive assembly of the present disclosure, even if the rotating shaft moves axially in the process of rotation, the first transmission part moves therewith, and can always maintain cooperation with the second transmission part, thus realizing the transmission between the two. Therefore, the valve drive assembly can be adapted to the axial displacement of the rotating shaft, and has better adaptability. The transmission part provided in the present disclosure can be applied to the above-mentioned valve drive assembly. The valve provided in the present disclosure includes the valve drive assembly described above. |
| US12013047B1 |
Pressure loss mitigation and durable valve
A valve comprises: a housing defining a chamber; a fluid outlet defined by a fluid outlet wall; and a first fluid outlet orifice and a second fluid outlet orifice comprising a rigid seat. The valve comprises a movable gate, that is flexible and/or compressible and impermeable. The moveable gate is more flexible than the rigid seat, has a planar surface, and is configured to slidably move in a first axis. The movable gate is configured to be positioned so that it is located between a fluid inlet orifice and the second fluid outlet orifice when the valve is in a closed position, wherein fluid pressure within the chamber causes the movable gate to seal the second fluid outlet orifice via the rigid seat, and not the fluid inlet orifice. The valve may employ gate shapes that generate and/or exploit Bernoulli effect forces when fluid passes though the valve. |
| US12013043B2 |
Triggerable mechanisms and fragment containment arrangements for self-destructing frangible structures and sealed vessels
An apparatus comprises a frangible structure coupled or integral to at least a portion of the apparatus and a triggerable mechanism disposed at or proximate the frangible structure. The triggerable mechanism is configured to break the frangible structure in response to a trigger signal. A containment structure is disposed on or over at least a portion of the frangible structure. The containment structure is configured to allow at least the portion of the frangible structure to deform or change shape in response to breaking of the frangible structure while keeping substantially all fragments of at least the portion of the broken frangible structure together. |
| US12013042B2 |
Multiway valve with cartridge and fluid mechanics inserts
A multiway valve that may include a generally cylindrical shaped hollow valve body having at least one handling opening and a plurality of through openings made on the outer wall of the valve body and defining a first group of connecting openings and a second group of connecting openings. A handling element may be pivotally disposed in the valve body and include at least two first through radial openings made on the outer wall of the cartridge. A tubular shaped fluid mechanics insert may be housed inside the cartridge, and may have a second radial opening to let a fluid flow. The fluid mechanics insert may also include a cell formed inside the cavity of the insert to define a homogeneous fluid flow rate. |
| US12013041B2 |
Multi fluid path selector valve and integrated multichannel fluid path module
The present application relates to a multi fluid path selector valve, including a valve body, and several fluid outlet pipes. The valve body is provided with several layers of branch channels therein, the branch channel includes a fluid inlet hole and several branch holes. The valve body is provided with communication holes therein for one-to-one communicating the branch holes with the fluid outlet pipes. The valve body is provided with a control mechanism to control the on or off state between the branch hole and communication hole, and the valve body is provided with fluid inlet pipes in communication with the fluid inlet holes respectively. |
| US12013036B2 |
Composite seal material
The present invention addresses a problem of providing a composite seal material that has performances, such as a vacuum sealing performance, plasma resistance, and corrosive gas resistance, in combination, that does not require a strong pressing force during use, that does not have a possibility of generating particles, and that is capable of maintaining the vacuum sealing performance for a long period of time. Characteristics of a solution to the problem is a composite seal material having an annular shape and including a first member and a second member adjacent to each other on left and right. The first member includes a seal body portion, and a lip portion extending from the seal body portion upwardly in the thickness direction of the composite seal material. The lip portion of the first member extends in an inclined orientation outwardly on a side opposite to the second member adjacent thereto. |
| US12013033B2 |
Compact park lock assembly
A compact park lock assembly configured to be pulled towards a ramped section of a locking lever during actuation to unlock and lock a park lock gear. The compact park lock assembly includes a guide plate configured to align the park lock assembly during assembly, receive input loads from a pinion drive gear arrangement, position and restrain movement of the guide plate, and provide for sensing of the position of the locking lever during operation. The compact park lock assembly also includes an abutment plate to facilitate mounting of the park lock assembly, a spring section to restrain the guide plate, and a clip section to force and retain the abutment plate section to a housing. |
| US12013031B2 |
Hydraulic closed circuit motorization system and method for controlling the driving of a transport vehicle
A transport vehicle is driven by a hydraulic closed circuit system having a variable displacement pump to send an operating fluid to a delivery branch and receive the operating fluid from a return branch, a plurality of hydraulic motors connected to the delivery branch and to the return branch in order to drive relative wheels of the vehicle, a command and control unit to control the pump and the hydraulic motors in an ordinary advancing condition of the vehicle and command and control unit, which is configured to intervene in case of faults or malfunctions of the pump and to control a valve so as to establish a connection between the delivery branch and the return branch regardless of the control of the command and control unit of the pump and of the hydraulic motors. |
| US12013022B2 |
Method for producing a sintered component with a toothing
A method for producing a sintered component, in particular an annular sintered component, with a toothing, having teeth with tooth roots, tooth tips and tooth flanks, includes the steps of pressing a powder to form a green compact, sintering the green compact, and hardening the sintered component, wherein after sintering, the tooth flanks and possibly the tooth tips are post-compacted and subsequently undergo post-processing by machining, and wherein a transition region between the tooth flanks and the tooth roots has an undercut design, and post-compaction of the tooth flanks is carried out only up to this transition region. |
| US12013016B2 |
Linear actuator
Disclosed is a linear actuator including a housing, a worm wheel, a rotating screw and a drive nut. The worm wheel drives the rotating screw to rotate. The rotating screw rotates to drive the drive nut to move axially along the rotating screw. A clutch means is arranged between the worm wheel and the rotating screw. The clutch means includes a coupling gear sleeve axially movable relative to the rotating screw. The rotating screw is sleeved with an axial limiting sleeve. The axial limiting sleeve and the housing are abutted axially. The axial limiting sleeve and the rotating screw maintain alignment in an axial direction. When the rotating screw is subjected to an axial load, the rotating screw transmits axial force to the housing through the axial limiting sleeve, and the axial force is not transmitted between the coupling gear sleeve and the axial limiting sleeve in the axial direction. |
| US12013012B2 |
Thin cycloidal speed reducer and manufacturing method thereof
The present invention relates to a cycloidal speed reducer and a manufacturing method thereof, and more particularly, to a thin cycloidal speed reducer and a manufacturing method thereof that are capable of achieving a thin structure through an input member with a hollow portion. |
| US12013010B2 |
Devices, systems and methods for shock absorption
Devices, systems, and methods for shock absorption are provided herein. Collapsible shock absorption devices have an inner wall having at least one orifice, an outer wall, and a fluid sealed within the outer wall can mitigate sharp increases in force during loading and can better distribute loading forces. In some cases, collapsible shock absorption devices disclosed herein are used for prevention of injury to a biological tissue of a subject or damage to an inanimate object. |
| US12013008B2 |
Torsion damper for vehicle
Provided is torsion damper for a vehicle including an output side-flywheel coupled to an output shaft of a driving unit in an axial direction, a first drive plate disposed to be relatively rotatable in an axial direction of the output side-flywheel, a second drive plate disposed to be relatively rotatable in an axial direction of the first drive plate, an input shaft of a transmission being coupled thereto in the axial direction, a first damper member installed between the output side-flywheel and the first drive plate and configured to absorb vibration and impact generated in a rotation direction thereof, and a second damper member installed between the first drive plate and the second drive plate and configured to absorb vibration and impact generated in a rotation direction thereof. |
| US12013006B2 |
Liquid composite spring
A liquid composite spring for vehicles includes: a core shaft; an outer sleeve arranged on an upper portion of the core shaft, the upper portion of the core shaft being located inside the outer sleeve while the lower portion of the core shaft being located outside the outer sleeve; an upper liquid chamber formed in an upper portion of the outer sleeve, a lower end of the upper liquid chamber being connected to a top of the core shaft; and a lower liquid chamber formed in a lower portion of outer sleeve, the lower liquid chamber and the upper liquid chamber being connected with each other through a metal-rubber main spring. At least one flow channel body is provided in the metal-rubber main spring, so that liquid in the upper liquid chamber and liquid in the lower liquid chamber are communicated with each other through the flow channel body. |
| US12013005B2 |
Rubber-metal bush bearing
A rubber-metal bush bearing, in particular a control arm bearing for a motor vehicle wheel suspension, including a metal inner part, an elastomer body arranged radially relative to the inner part and a metal outer bush, wherein the elastomer body is fixed to the inner part and to the outer bush in material-bonded relationship and wherein the outer bush is for fixing in an associated bearing eye of an arm and the inner part has at both sides in terminal relationship a respective flat flange portion for fixing to a component. The inner part is an extruded hollow-chamber profile member which is cut to length and which at both longitudinal ends is transformed in terminal relationship into the respective flat flange portion in such a way that oppositely disposed wall portions of the hollow-chamber profile member are brought into mutual surface contact. |
| US12013004B2 |
Brake warning system
A brake warning system has a processing apparatus, a sensing apparatus, a light emitting apparatus, a signal transmitting apparatus, a signal receiving apparatus, a power source apparatus, and a mounting housing. The brake warning system provides a color indicator to indicate the condition of the brake pad whether in “good” condition or “poor” condition and generates a warning message for a user in the event of detecting conditions needing attention and maintenance. |
| US12013002B2 |
Rotationally elastic coupling with wear sensor
A rotationally elastic coupling has a first coupling part with elastomers. The elastomers are arranged in the first coupling part in such a way that the elastomers serve to transfer a force onto a second coupling part when the first coupling part and the second coupling part are connected to one another. In order to improve the identification of wear, the rotationally elastic coupling has a switching element that is arranged at least in part in a first elastomer of the elastomers. A method is provided for producing a first elastomer for a rotationally elastic coupling of this kind. A method is provided for identifying a wear state for a rotationally elastic coupling of this kind. |
| US12013001B2 |
Coupling arrangement
A coupling arrangement for connection between a first rotatable shaft and a second rotatable shaft includes a first rotatable portion connectable to the first rotatable shaft, and a second rotatable portion connectable to the second rotatable shaft. The coupling arrangement includes a first reciprocating element mechanically connected to the first rotatable portion at a first interconnecting portion for transforming a rotating motion from the first rotatable portion to a linear motion of the first reciprocating element and a second reciprocating element mechanically connected to the second rotatable portion at a second interconnecting portion for transforming a linear motion from the second reciprocating element to a rotating motion of the second rotatable portion. The coupling arrangement includes a connecting element rotatably connected to each of the first reciprocating element and the second reciprocating element for allowing a relative rotation between the connecting element and the first and second reciprocating elements, respectively. |
| US12012997B2 |
Cone clutch system
In some examples, a cone clutch assembly includes an inner cone member rotationally coupled to a first shaft, the inner cone member defining a first friction surface, and an outer cone member rotationally coupled to a second shaft, the outer cone member defining a second friction surface opposing the first friction surface. The inner cone member and outer cone member are configured to be selectively engage and disengaged from each other. When the inner cone member is engaged with the outer cone member, the first friction surface of the inner cone member frictionally engages the second friction surface of the outer cone member such that rotational motion is transferred between the inner cone member and the outer cone member. The inner surface of the inner cone member opposing the first friction surface includes at least one groove configured to receive a cooling fluid during operation of the cone clutch assembly. |
| US12012992B2 |
Non-locating bearing assembly
A non-locating bearing assembly includes a bearing unit configured to support a rotatable component relative to a stationary component, the bearing unit including a first stationary bearing ring and a second rotatable bearing ring, the rotatable bearing ring being fixedly connectable to the rotatable component, and a bearing carrier. The stationary bearing ring is axially and rotationally fixed to the bearing carrier, and the bearing carrier is configured to connect to the stationary component in a rotationally fixed but axially displaceable manner. |
| US12012989B2 |
System and method of releasably securing a wedge in a gap
Open-topped channels/troughs are often used as a footing in which glass panels may be placed and secured substantially vertically. A tapered wedge may be forced into the gap around the panel. As gradually wider portions of the wedge are forced into the gap, the panel is gripped ever tighter. However, it is often difficult to remove panels secured in this manner. The present invention provides a wedge support which can be separated into two portions by the insertion of a tool into a tool socket. In this way, if a wedge is used with the wedge support, the wedge support may be removed with the tool thereby permitting easy removal of the wedge. |
| US12012981B2 |
Surface coating for reduction of aerodynamic noise and vibrations
A coating apparatus for the reduction of aerodynamic noise and vibrations. The coating apparatus is configured to include a group of fibrillar structures, wherein each fibrillar structure is configured with a diverging tip so that the coating reduces the size of and shifts downstream, a separation bubble, and modulates large-scale recirculating motion. Each fibrillar structure can be configured as a cylindrical micropillar. The group of fibrillar structures can be configured as a group of uniformly distributed cylindrical micropillars (e.g., one or more micropillar arrays). The surface coating is effective in reducing the separation bubble and displacing the separation bubble downstream. The coating facilitates a reduction in noise (e.g., aerodynamic noise) and vibrations due to the reduction in the size of the separation bubble. |
| US12012978B2 |
Hydraulic cartridge valve with position monitoring mechanism and hydraulic control system and method
A hydraulic cartridge valve includes a movable member and a position monitoring mechanism configured to detect the position of the movable member. The position monitoring mechanism is adapted to generate a position signal indicative of the position of the movable member. The position monitoring mechanism can be in the form of a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT). |
| US12012975B2 |
Vacuum ejector pump with multiple nozzles
The present invention relates to a vacuum ejector pump including a plurality of nozzles, which are assembled, and activated by compressed air passing through the nozzles at a high speed to generate a negative pressure in an outer surrounding space. The pump of the present invention includes an intermediate nozzle, a first nozzle on which a front-cover part inserted to an outer circumference of one end of the intermediate nozzle is formed, and a second nozzle on which a rear-cover part inserted to an outer circumference of the other end of the intermediate nozzle is formed. Here, the intermediate nozzle is disposed between the first nozzle and the second nozzle, and the intermediate nozzle, the first nozzle and the second nozzle constitute an ejector main body. The surrounding space communicates with each of the nozzles through a through-hole defined in a sidewall of the ejector main body and a slot defined between the nozzles. The through-hole is opened and closed in a sealing manner by a valve member having a properly designed shape. |
| US12012971B2 |
Fluid pumps
In accordance with at least one aspect of this disclosure, embodiments of fluid pumps, pump cases, valve bodies, and volutes are disclosed herein. Embodiments of methods for manufacturing fluid pumps, pump cases, valve bodies, and volutes are also disclosed herein. Embodiments can include additive manufacturing, for example. Certain embodiments can include additively manufacturing a pump case in a tilted orientation, utilizing only coincidental support structure having a unique shape, and with teardrop shaped volute and/or valve body. |
| US12012964B2 |
Compressor with a suction valve having a spring, a seal, and a cylindrical suction valve body
The present invention discloses a compressor comprising: an outer pipe being connected from an outside to pass through the vessel; an inner pipe being closely inserted into the outer pipe; a compression mechanism including a suction hole formed of a blind hole and a suction valve in the suction hole. The suction valve includes a seal on a side facing an opening of the suction hole to seal an entire end of the inner pipe on a side facing the suction valve when the compressor stops. |
| US12012962B2 |
Fluid transfer device
A positive displacement gear pump or gear hydraulic motor having at least a first rotor with first rotor teeth and a second rotor with second rotor teeth, the first rotor teeth meshing with the second rotor teeth. First rotor chambers are defined between first rotor teeth and second rotor chambers are defined between the second rotor teeth. As the rotors mesh, the first rotor chambers, second rotor chambers or both become enclosed or substantially enclosed to form what are referred to here as secondary chambers. Pressure variations in a secondary chamber are relieved by internal flow channels in the first rotor, second rotor or both, creating a fluid connection between the first rotor chambers and the second rotor chambers. The first rotor may be an internal gear rotor or both rotors may be external gear rotors. |
| US12012957B2 |
Screw pump or machine with a liner that bends and/or pivots with the rotors
An improved screw pump such as, for example, a twin screw pump is disclosed. In one embodiment, the screw pump includes a casing, first and second intermeshing rotors, and a liner positioned between the first and second rotors and the casing. In use, the liner is arranged and configured to bend and/or pivot in unison with the first and second rotors under the axial hydraulic pressure experienced by the screw pump during use. In one embodiment, the liner may be arranged and configured to include an asymmetric axial stiffness to facilitate bending of the liner. In another embodiment, the liner may be arranged and configured in multiple segments, the segments being arranged and configured to pivot to approximate the bending of the rotor shafts. |
| US12012953B2 |
Liquid resistant pump, pump housing, and controls and methods of making and use thereof
A pump assembly including a motor and a housing forming an enclosure cavity to enclose the motor. The pump assembly also including a display assembly with a mounting frame mounted to the housing and having an opening for viewing a display. The display assembly also including a gasket positioned between the mounting frame and the housing. The display assembly also including one or more membranes positioned between the frame and the display. The pump assembly also including a pumphead connection assembly positioned on a second surface of the housing. The pump assembly also including an access panel hingedly attached to the housing and positioned to cover the pumphead connection assembly. |
| US12012946B2 |
Thermochromic actuators
Polymer and nanotube-based actuators that include a thermochromic coating is disclosed. The actuators include a thermochromic material applied to a surface of the core fiber or the conductive element. Upon heating the actuator, the thermochromic coating undergoes a color transition to indicate a pre-determined temperature correlated to a rated critical temperature, important temperature of the actuator components, or a level of actuation. |
| US12012941B2 |
Plain bearing arrangement
A sliding bearing includes: an inner ring element; an outer ring element; and at least one sliding bearing element, which is arranged between the inner ring element and the outer ring element. The sliding bearing element has multiple sliding bearing pads, wherein the individual sliding bearing pads each have a bearing surface, which is designed in the shape of a spherical cap. |
| US12012938B2 |
Equipotential bonding of wind turbine rotor blade spar cap
A wind turbine rotor blade spar cap includes a stack of layers of conductive material. An intermediate layer is bonded between adjacent layers of the conductive material. The intermediate layer includes a portion of conductive material which is electrically coupled to the adjacent layers of conductive material so as to equipotentially bond the adjacent layers of the conductive material via the intermediate layer. |
| US12012935B2 |
Controlling noise emissions from individual blades of a wind turbine
The present invention provides a method and controller for controlling noise emissions from individual blades (18) of a wind turbine (10), the method (60) comprising defining (720) a wind turbine model (321) describing dynamics of the wind turbine (10), the wind turbine model (321) including a description of intensity and direction of noise emissions from each individual blade (18) as a function of azimuthal angle (312); and applying (730) a model-based control algorithm (32) using the wind turbine model (321) to determine at least one control output (331), and using (740) the at least one control output (331) to control noise emissions from each individual blade (18). |
| US12012931B2 |
Method of avoiding edgewise vibrations during non-operational periods of a wind turbine
There is provided a method of avoiding edgewise vibrations during a non-operational period of a wind turbine. The method comprises defining a non-operational period for a wind turbine arranged at a specific site, determining expected wind conditions at the specific site during the non-operational period and defining a plurality of potential yaw orientations for the wind turbine. The method further comprises determining the relative probability of edgewise vibrations occurring during the non-operational period for each potential yaw orientation based upon the expected wind conditions during the non-operational period, determining one or more preferred yaw orientations, which are the yaw orientations in which the probability of edgewise vibrations occurring is lowest, and arranging the wind turbine in one of the preferred yaw orientations during the non-operational period. |
| US12012930B2 |
System and method for preventing pitch bearing failures in a wind turbine using pitch motor signals
A method for preventing a pitch bearing failure of a pitch system of a wind turbine includes monitoring, via at least one sensor, one or more electrical signals of a pitch motor of a pitch drive mechanism of the pitch system that drives a pitch bearing of the pitch system. The method also includes analyzing, via the controller, the one or more electrical signals of the pitch motor so as to remove noise and amplify outliers. Moreover, the method includes estimating bearing friction of the pitch bearing using the analyzed one or more electrical signals of the pitch motor. As such, the method includes implementing, via the controller, a control action when the estimated bearing friction of the pitch bearing indicates an anomaly in the pitch bearing. |
| US12012929B2 |
Kite control system
A kite control system for controlling a kite which includes a plurality of rotators, a plurality of guiding elements locatable between each of the plurality of rotators and the kite, a plurality of adjustable deflectors, a plurality of deflector guides configured to adjust the operational length of the kite connecting line upon adjustment of the deflector, at least one invert correlator for, when in use, inversely correlate the adjustment of the operative length of the respective kite connecting lines, wherein the plurality of kite connecting lines includes the connection of at least one of the kite connecting lines at the kite biased towards the leading end region of the kite, and the connection of at least another kite connecting line biased towards the trailing end region of the kite. |
| US12012926B2 |
Planetary carrier arrangement, planetary gear, drive train, wind turbine and computer program product
A planetary carrier arrangement Includes a planetary carrier, and a lubricant dispensing unit designed to dispense lubricant into the planetary carrier. The lubricant dispensing unit includes an axially elastically movable thrust ring designed to compensate an axial offset of the planetary carrier. The thrust ring has a side in facing relationship to the planetary carrier, with the side designed to include a lubricant pocket thereon. |
| US12012924B2 |
Fixed and pitching blades, spar shaft, bearings and materials for marine current turbine
A marine current turbine rotor comprises a hub and fixed and two or more pitchable blade sections configured to reduce bending moment loads on the pitch bearings and enable the use of non-standard, low-cost structural materials for the hub, blades, and pitch shaft. A submersible pitch drive mechanism or linkage in the hub rotates the pitch shaft to cause the pitchable blade section to move to a specified pitch position. The hub cavity is configured to be “wet” without the expense and maintenance requirement of seals to prevent water intrusion, utilizing water-lubricated pitch bearings. |
| US12012922B2 |
Wave energy absorbing and converting device and power generation system
A wave energy absorption and conversion device and a power generation system includes a floating body, a guiding shaft, a damping plate and a counteracting mechanism placed in a movement range of the damping plate. The guiding shaft is connected to the bottom of the floating body and passes through the center of the damping plate. The damping plate may slide on the guiding shaft. A counterforce generated by the counteracting mechanism is opposite to a natural moving direction of the damping plate, so that the damping plate can be kept in a relatively static state under a synergistic effect of the counteracting mechanism, and thereby, colliding of damping plate with constraint structures above and below can be prevented when floating body is moving up and down following waves. The power generation system includes the wave energy absorption and conversion device and a power generation system. |
| US12012921B1 |
Method and system for starting an internal combustion engine
A vehicle has a frame, a front suspension assembly, a pair of skis, an endless drive track, and an internal combustion engine. The engine has: a motor-generator having a rotor and a stator, the motor-generator being operable in motor mode and in generator mode; a recoil starter operable to rotate a crankshaft of the engine via the rotor in a same direction as does the motor-generator in generator mode; at least one sensor adapted for sensing at least one engine parameter; and an engine control unit (ECU) receiving a signal from the at least one sensor, the ECU controlling a rotation of the crankshaft by one of the motor-generator and the recoil starter based on the signal. The vehicle also has a display for displaying a message when the crankshaft is to be rotated by the recoil starter. |
| US12012920B2 |
Charge forming device with throttle valve
In at least some implementations, a charge forming device includes a body that has a throttle bore, a throttle valve associated with the throttle bore, a coupler and an actuator. The throttle has a valve head received within and movable relative to the throttle bore, and a valve shaft to which the valve head is coupled. The coupler is connected to the valve shaft and carries or includes a sensor element. And the actuator has a drive shaft coupled to the coupler so that rotation of the drive shaft is transmitted to the coupler and the valve shaft. |
| US12012918B1 |
Systems and methods for coking mitigation in fuel supply systems
A fuel supply component with coking mitigation includes a housing having a main fuel inlet and a main fuel outlet. The main fuel inlet and outlet define a main fuel flow path therebetween. The housing includes a de-oxygenated fuel inlet in fluid communication with the main fuel flow path downstream from the main fuel inlet. The de-oxygenated fuel inlet is configured and adapted to supply de-oxygenated fuel to the main fuel flow path to mitigate insoluble fuel elements from diffusing and adhering to a wall of the housing. |
| US12012917B2 |
Pump housing with relief cut for lobe clearance
The disclosure relates to fuel pump housings and fuel pump systems incorporating the same. The fuel pump housing includes at least one tappet housing portion configured to receive at least one tappet assembly and a main bore portion fluidly coupled with the at least one tappet housing portion such that the main bore receives a camshaft. The main bore includes an uncut portion and at least one relief cut portion proximal to the at least one tappet housing portion. The uncut portion defines a first centerline, and the relief cut portion defines a second centerline offset from the first centerline. |
| US12012915B2 |
Pump cover attachment system
A vehicle fuel pump assembly includes a fuel pump received in a tank opening, an annular pump mounting ring securing the pump to the tank at the opening, and a cover assembly including an annular cover ring and a cover. The cover ring is removably attached onto the underlying pump mounting ring and the cover is removably attached onto the cover ring to overly at least part of the fuel pump. The cover system can include a flexible attachment element on the cover ring engaging a peripheral notch in the pump mounting ring and clip elements securing the cover to the cover ring. The cover can include a hinge to provide pivoting of the cover or a portion of the cover with respect to the cover ring. |
| US12012914B2 |
Fuel pressurization device
A fuel pressurization device configured to pressure-feed starting fuel to an engine. The fuel pressurization device includes a fuel chamber forming portion including a fuel chamber to which the fuel is supplied from the pump and whose internal volume is variable, and a spring configured to bias the fuel chamber forming portion so as to reduce the volume of the fuel chamber and to pressure-feed the fuel in the fuel chamber. |
| US12012913B2 |
Fuel system cover for an internal combustion engine
A fuel system cover is provided for an internal combustion engine. The fuel system cover is configured to be mounted on the cylinder head assembly to encapsulate a portion of the fuel system to provide leak prevention, mitigation, and detection capabilities. |
| US12012911B2 |
Deflector provided with faces with different curvatures for a thrust reverser of an aircraft engine nacelle
A deflector for an ejection structure of a thrust reverser is disclosed including a deflector plate configured to act on an aerodynamic flow, the deflector plate having a concave upstream face, a convex downstream face, an inlet end, and an outlet end. The upstream face and the downstream face of the deflector plate have different curved profiles, the deflector has a particular profile giving it properties allowing it to act effectively on the aerodynamic flow so as to enhance the performance of the thrust reverser in which it is mounted. |
| US12012907B2 |
Engine
An engine includes an exhaust manifold, an intake manifold, and an EGR device configured to supply EGR gas from the exhaust manifold to the intake manifold. A longitudinal direction of the EGR cooler is in an up-down direction of the engine in a used state. The exhaust manifold has an EGR pipe that is connected to an EGR cooler, and a part of the EGR pipe extends in left-and-right directions. The part of the EGR pipe is provided at a side where a flywheel housing is provided. An upper end of the EGR cooler has a supply port into which the EGR gas is supplied from the exhaust manifold. The part of the EGR pipe and the flywheel housing are located in an up-down directions. |
| US12012901B1 |
Turbomachinery engines with high-speed low-pressure turbines
A turbomachinery engine includes a fan assembly, a low-pressure turbine, and a gearbox. The fan assembly includes a plurality of fan blades. The low-pressure turbine includes 3-5 rotating stages. The low-pressure turbine includes an area ratio equal to the annular exit area of an aft-most rotating stage of the low-pressure turbine divided by the annular exit area of a forward-most rotating stage of the low-pressure turbine. In some instances, the area ratio is within a range of 2.0-6.5. Additionally (or alternatively) the low-pressure turbine includes an area-EGT ratio within a range of 1.3-1.6. |
| US12012900B2 |
Aircraft accessory drive system
Disclosed is an aircraft accessory drive system comprising: a drive shaft configured to provide a drive input; a critical accessory directly coupled to the drive shaft so as to be directly driven by the drive shaft; a parasitic drive system configured to transmit drive input from the drive shaft to one or more less critical accessories, wherein the parasitic drive system comprises a torque limiter configured to decouple the parasitic drive system from the drive shaft and the critical accessory in response to a jam affecting the parasitic drive system or one or more of the less critical accessories. Also disclosed are a gas turbine engine comprising an aircraft accessory drive system, and an aircraft comprising an aircraft accessory drive system. |
| US12012897B2 |
Jet engine
A jet engine is provided which can efficiently pressurize fuel. A jet engine 2 includes a pump 110 that heats fuel, a heating conduit 120 that heats the pressurized fuel, a fuel turbine 130 that provides mechanical power to the pump, and an electric rotating machine 140. When a given condition is not satisfied, the electric rotating machine 140 provides mechanical power to the fuel turbine 130. When the given condition is satisfied, the fuel that has passed through the heating conduit 120 before combustion flows into the fuel turbine 130 to provide mechanical power to the fuel turbine 130. |
| US12012892B1 |
Water separator for turbine engine
A turbine engine is provided that includes a turbine engine core, a water separate and a core flowpath. The turbine engine core includes a core compressor section, a core combustor section and a core turbine section. The water separator includes a flowpath duct and a collector duct. The flowpath duct extends axially along and circumferentially about an axis. The collector duct extends axially along and circumferentially about the flowpath duct. The collector duct is fluidly coupled with the flowpath duct through a water permeable region in an outer wall of the flowpath duct. The core flowpath extends through the core compressor section, the core combustor section, the core turbine section and the flowpath duct from an inlet into the core flowpath to an exhaust from the core flowpath. The core flowpath extends axially along the water permeable region within the flowpath duct. |
| US12012891B1 |
Aircraft turboprop engine inlet compact profile configuration to improve air intake efficiency and without loss of anti-icing ability
A turboprop powered aircraft having a cowling or nacelle surrounding the engine, said cowling incorporates an air inlet and internal ducting to the engine wherein the inlet incorporated anti icing ducts, said inlet shape has a closed oval or other non-circular shape that is not coaxial to the engine propeller drive shaft. Inlet anti-icing heating duct means are provided for channeling a portion of the engines exhaust to the interior of the inlet rim. A further improvement in inlet efficiency can be achieved by reducing the thickness of the inlet cross-section, but this results in less space available for the hot exhaust connections. To provide for the inlet reduced section thickness, the exhaust flow connections also incorporate reduced thickness sections to facilitate cooling and insulation of the adjacent cowling and inlet duct surfaces from the excessive heat associated with the hot exhaust gas connection. Additional cooling means utilize air flow from openings in the engine cowling that are channeled to cool internal surfaces of the cowling that may be exposed to excessive heat. |
| US12012890B2 |
Integrated production of hydrogen, petrochemicals, and power
A processing facility is provided. The processing facility includes an asphaltenes and metals (AM) removal system configured to process a feed stream to produce a power generation stream, a hydroprocessing feed stream, and an asphaltenes stream. A power generation system is fed by the power generation feed stream. A hydroprocessing system is configured to process the hydroprocessing feed stream to form a gas stream and a liquid stream. A hydrogen production system is configured to produce hydrogen, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide from the gas feed stream. A carbon dioxide conversion system is configured to produce synthetic hydrocarbons from the carbon dioxide, and a cracking system is configured to process the liquid feed stream. |
| US12012888B2 |
Turbine assembly for an internal combustion engine
A turbine assembly for an internal combustion engine having: a first turbine that rotates around a first rotation axis and is configured to rotate due to the thrust exerted by exhaust gases emitted by the internal combustion engine; a second turbine which is independent of and separate from the first turbine, rotates around a second rotation axis parallel to and spaced from the first rotation axis, and is configured to rotate due to the thrust exerted by exhaust gases emitted by the internal combustion engine; an electric generator operated by the first turbine; and a transmission device that connects both the turbines to the same electric generator. |
| US12012887B2 |
Systems and methods for providing uniform exhaust gas flow to an aftertreatment component
An inlet assembly for a housing containing an aftertreatment component of an aftertreatment system comprises an inlet conduit configured to be disposed substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the housing. A flow redirection conduit is disposed downstream of the inlet conduit and is coupled to the end of the housing. A plurality of protrusions project from a sidewall of the flow redirection conduit towards an inlet face of the aftertreatment component and are configured to provide a uniform exhaust gas flow to the inlet face. Alternatively, a flow distribution plate having a plurality of slots defined substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis is disposed in the flow redirection conduit, the plate being inclined with respect to the longitudinal axis. The slots are configured to provide a uniform exhaust gas flow to the inlet face. |
| US12012886B1 |
Dosing control and passive regeneration coordination with diagnostic
Methods and systems for controlling treatment of exhaust in a emission control system of a platform having a combustion system is provided. In an exemplary embodiment, the method includes estimating, via a processor, an amount of soot in exhaust from the combustion system; and controlling, via the processor, treatment of the exhaust based on the amount of soot in the exhaust. |
| US12012883B2 |
Systems and methods for backhaul transportation of liquefied gas and CO2 using liquefied gas carriers
Embodiments of systems and methods for transporting liquefied gas and carbon dioxide (CO2) in a dual-fluid vessel thereby minimizing transportation between locations are disclosed. In an embodiment, the dual-fluid vessel has an outer shell with an outer surface, an outer compartment within the outer shell configured to store liquefied gas, a bladder positioned within the outer compartment configured to store CO2, and insulation positioned between the outer shell and the outer compartment to provide temperature regulation for the liquefied gas when positioned in the outer compartment and CO2 in the bladder. |
| US12012881B2 |
Determining a sensor error of a sensor in an exhaust gas system of a motor vehicle
A method determines a sensor error of a sensor in an exhaust gas system of a motor vehicle. One step of the method involves determining at least one actual sensor signal of the sensor. Another step of the method involves determining at least one target sensor signal of the sensor by means of a model. A further step of the method involves determining the sensor error of the sensor according to a deviation between the actual sensor signal of the sensor and the target sensor signal of the sensor. |
| US12012879B2 |
Oil level sensor cover and engine comprising same
An oil level sensor cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be mounted below an engine oil pan to protect an oil level sensor that measures an oil level. The oil level sensor cover may be formed with plates of predetermined sizes, including an upper surface and a lower surface opposite to the upper surface, wherein a plurality of seating portions and a plurality of hook are formed on the upper surface. An engine according to another embodiment of the present disclosure comprises the above-described oil level sensor cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an engine oil fan, and an oil level sensor mounted below the engine oil fan to measure the oil level. The oil level sensor cover can be separated from or coupled to the oil level sensor without the use of a separate tool. |
| US12012876B2 |
Cam phase adjuster
The present disclosure relates to a cam phase adjuster that includes a stator, a rotor, a front cover and at least one locking pin. The cam phase adjuster is provided with a plurality of compartments formed between the rotor and the stator, and each compartment is divided into advance cavities and retard cavities in a circumferential direction; each locking pin is mounted in a corresponding mounting hole of the rotor; an end portion of each locking pin that faces away from the front cover abuts against the bottom of the corresponding mounting hole by means of a corresponding elastic reset member; an end face of the front cover that faces the rotor is provided with at least one locking groove which matches the at least one locking pin; the end portion of each locking pin that faces the front cover can be axially inserted into the corresponding locking groove; and the front cover is provided with an unlocking flow channel which fluidly connects the corresponding locking groove to one advance cavity or retard cavity. |
| US12012874B2 |
Switching element for a valve train of an internal combustion engine
The disclosure relates to a switching element comprising an external part and an internal part, which is axially displaceable in a bore of the external part. At least one radially displaceable locking element is disposed within at least one receptacle of the internal part and includes a flattened portion on a radially outwardly directed end. At least one recess of the external part can be acted upon by a control pressure and the at least one locking element can thereby be radially displaced from the locking position into a release position. At least in a respective locking position, a chamber delimited by the at least one locking element is spatially separated from the at least one recess of the external part by a respective locking section. At least one bypass is designed, which indirectly fluidly connects the at least one recess of the external part and a respective chamber. |
| US12012872B1 |
Service tube locking device
A service tube assembly, has: a service tube having a threaded end portion and an outer shoulder adjacent to the threaded end portion, the outer shoulder having a frustoconical shoulder face converging towards the tube axis and away from the threaded end portion; a mating part threadingly engaged by the threaded end portion, the mating part having a seat face converging towards the service tube and towards the threaded end portion; a locking member extending from a first end to a second end, the first end including a notch receiving the outer shoulder, the notch circumscribed by a frustoconical notch face abutting the frustoconical shoulder face to create a frustoconical-to-frustoconical contact surface between the locking member and the outer shoulder, the second end in abutment against the seat face; and a mechanical fastener releasably holding the locking member in abutment against both of the outer shoulder and the mating part. |
| US12012869B2 |
Part coated with a composition for protection against CMAS with controlled cracking, and corresponding treatment method
The invention relates to a turbomachine part comprising a substrate consisting of a metal material, or a composite material, and also comprising a layer of a coating for protection against the infiltration of CMAS-type compounds, at least partially covering the surface of the substrate, the protective coating layer comprising a plurality of elementary layers including elementary layers of a first assembly of elementary layers inserted between elementary layers of a second assembly of elementary layers, each elementary layer of the first assembly and each elementary layer of the second assembly comprising an anti-CMAS compound, and each contact zone between an elementary layer of the first assembly and an elementary layer of the second assembly forming an interface conducive to the spreading of cracks along said interface. |
| US12012862B2 |
Internal combustion engine system
An internal combustion engine, ICE, system, includes a turbocharger having a turbine and a compressor for compressing intake air and feeding the intake air to the ICE. A turbo turbine unit is disposed in an exhaust gas path downstream the turbocharger to receive exhaust gas from the turbocharger. The turbo turbine unit having a turbine wheel, a bearing housing defining an inside volume for containing lubrication oil, and a sealing arrangement positioned in the vicinity of the turbine wheel for preventing lubrication oil from escaping from the inside volume of the bearing housing to an exhaust duct of the turbo turbine unit. A buffer air conduit extends between a selected position at the compressor and a buffer air inlet of the turbo turbine unit. The buffer air inlet is in fluid communication with a buffer air channel inside the turbo turbine unit to direct buffer air to a position in-between axially opposite arranged annular sealing members to provide a counter-pressure against at least one of the annular sealing members. |
| US12012861B2 |
Cartridge for pulse-separated variable turbine geometry turbochargers
A cartridge for use in a pulse energy enhanced turbine of a turbocharger. At least first and second fixed separating blades (12) are provided between a nozzle ring (6) and a disk (29), the separating blades (12) maintaining separation of exhaust gas flows through a guide grid between a divided volute and a turbine wheel (11). Exhaust pulsation energy from different cylinders or cylinder groups of an engine or engine bank are kept separated up to the turbine wheel, so that the turbine wheel reacts to individual pulses of exhaust gas flow from engine exhaust ports. |
| US12012858B1 |
Failsafe blade outer airseal retention
A blade outer airseal (BOAS) assembly of a gas turbine engine includes a BOAS segment, and a BOAS carrier located radially outboard of the BOAS segment relative to an engine central longitudinal axis. The BOAS segment secured to the BOAS carrier. The BOAS assembly is selectably radially movable during operation of the gas turbine engine. One or more secondary retention features are configured to limit the radial movement of the BOAS assembly. |
| US12012857B2 |
Platform for an airfoil of a gas turbine engine
Fan assemblies for gas turbine engines include a rotor disk having a plurality of lugs with a plurality of slots defined between adjacent lugs. A fan platform is configured to be mounted to a lug of the plurality of lugs, the fan platform having a forward tab and an aft tab. An aft retention ring is configured to be fixedly attached to an aft side of the rotor disk and has a platform retention hook for receiving the aft tab of the fan platform. A forward retention ring is configured to be fixedly attached to a forward side of the rotor disk, the forward retention ring having a tab hook configured to attach the forward retention ring to the lug of the plurality of lugs and retain the forward tab of the fan platform to the lug of the plurality of lugs. |
| US12012850B1 |
Communications module for survey tool
A communication module for a survey tool assembly comprising: an outer housing, an inner body within the outer housing, an RF transceiver in the inner body, at least one coupling for coupling the communication module to a survey tool assembly, wherein the inner body comprises two or more apertures circumferentially arranged about the inner body, each aperture having: a) a length that allows propagation of RF signals to/from the RF transceiver, and b) a width such that the body has structural integrity to withstand: torsional forces due to rotation of a survey tool assembly and/or axial forces due to forces along the survey tool assembly. |
| US12012843B2 |
Downhole tool
A downhole tool (1) comprises a power control module (20), which includes a battery pack (22) for supplying power to components of the tool, and an electronic control circuit (24) for controlling the supply of power by the battery pack. The electronic control circuit (24) and battery pack (22) are contained within a housing (26) that allows their insertion and removal as a single unit. The tool (1) also comprises an electric motor (104) for powering a gear assembly (210), and a braking system comprising an electrical and a magnetic brake for braking the motor (104) when required. The gear assembly (210) comprises two or more stages (222, 232, 242, 252, 262), each having a sun gear (223, 233, 243, 253, 263) with a respective diameter, and each sun gear 223, 233, 243, 253, 263 having a raised convex dimple (223LD, 233UD, 233LD, 243UD) that is in constant touching contact with the adjacent sun gear's (223, 233, 243, 253, 263) raised convex dimple (223LD, 233UD, 233LD, 243UD), allowing load experienced by the tool (1) to be transferred along a load path including the dimples (223LD, 233UD, 233LD, 243UD), reducing vibrations and shocks. |
| US12012841B2 |
Automatically detecting and unwinding accumulated drill string torque
Methods, apparatus, and products for receiving measurements indicative of present value torque (TrqPv) currently being applied by a top drive to a drill string extending in a well that penetrates a subterranean formation, and releasing torque accumulated in the drill string by determining polarity of TrqPv and, in response to a manual or automatic trigger, causing the top drive to perform an unwinding operation in a direction opposite to the determined TrqPv polarity. |
| US12012832B1 |
Method and system for predicting time-varying principle of waterflooding oil reservoir formation parameters
The present disclosure relates to a method and system for predicting a time-varying principle of waterflooding oil reservoir formation parameters. Firstly, a T2 spectrum-pore size relation model is built according to a measured pore size distribution curve and a measured T2 spectrum. A T2 spectrum of a rock sample at different water injection amounts during a waterflooding physical simulation experiment is acquired. The acquired T2 spectrum at different water injection amounts is then converted into a pore size distribution at different water injection amounts, and a pore network model at different water injection amounts is built with the pore size distribution. Oil-water two-phase flow simulation is performed, and a corresponding oil-water two-phase relative permeability curve of the rock sample at different pore volume (PV) multiples is obtained eventually. The oil-water two-phase relative permeability curve is the formation parameters in the waterflooding oil reservoir. |
| US12012829B1 |
Perforating gun and method of using same
A perforating gun includes a charge tube, a switch carrier body, and a pin contact spacer. The switch carrier body houses an addressable switch, a spring tube which holds a spring, a detonation block, a removable interrupter, and a pin contact spacer supporting a pin contact assembly. The spring biases a switch contact terminal towards an outer surface of the switch carrier body, and the switch contact terminal is electrically connected to the addressable switch. The interrupter includes first and second portions, and is temporarily adhered to the switch carrier body such that the first portion covers the switch contact terminal and the second portion extends between a detonation cord and an instantaneous detonator in the detonation block. A first end of the charge tube is positioned around the switch carrier body, and a second end of the charge tube is secured to the pin contact space. |
| US12012828B1 |
Method and apparatus for installation and removal of inline filter screens and other objects
A method and apparatus for installing an object in a flow line or other compartment, such as a surface inline filter assembly having a removable screen filter apparatus. A housing has a central through bore and an elongate slot or opening with a cover that can be selectively opened or locked in a closed position when desired. A filter apparatus can be loaded within the assembly, and shifted into a locked position within the central bore of the housing. When removal of the filter apparatus is desired, the cover can be unlocked and opened, and the filter apparatus can be quickly and efficiently removed, cleaned and/or replaced. |
| US12012827B1 |
Nuclear reactor integrated oil and gas production systems and methods of operation
Nuclear energy integrated hydrocarbon operation systems include a well site having a subsurface hydrocarbon well configured to produce a produced water output. The system further includes a deployable nuclear reactor system configured to produce a heat output. The system may further include a deployable desalination unit configured to produce a desalinated water output using the produced water output of the subsurface hydrocarbon well and the heat output of the deployable nuclear reactor. The system may further include a deployable off-gas processing system configured to produce an industrial chemical using the off-gas output of the subsurface hydrocarbon well and the heat output of the deployable nuclear reactor. |
| US12012822B2 |
Ultra-high power cementing apparatus integrated with remote control
Disclosed is an ultra-high-power cementing apparatus integrated with remote control, belonging to the field of petroleum equipment. The apparatus includes a loading system, and a secondary beam on which a hydraulic system, a power transmission system, a metering tank, an electrical system, a gas path system, a manipulation system and a mixing system are successively connected from front to rear, wherein a lower portion of the gas path system is provided with a plunger pump that is connected to a high-pressure discharge system; and a lower portion of the electrical system is provided with a manipulation platform, the manipulation system being located above the manipulation platform, and the manipulation system being connected to a remote control system. |
| US12012820B2 |
System and method for hanger with debris pocket
A wellbore system includes a lock ring forming at least a portion of a sealing assembly, the lock ring being coupled to and axially lower than one or more components of the sealing assembly to be positioned within an annulus. The wellbore system also includes a pedestal coupled to the lock ring, the pedestal arranged axially lower than at least a portion of the lock ring, the pedestal to be installed within the annulus. The wellbore system further includes a shoulder formed on at least a portion of a hanger. The wellbore system also includes a debris pocket formed within the annulus, the debris pocket arranged axially lower than both the shoulder and a lock ring groove. |
| US12012819B2 |
Wellhead electrical feed-thru penetrator sealing, breakaway apparatus and method of installation
An improved wellhead electrical connection assembly utilizing upper and lower retention mechanisms to minimize pressure and fluid leakage in the event of a tubing part or other failure. The upper retention mechanism ensures the connection assembly remains within a tubing hanger. The lower retention mechanism provides a secure connection to a downhole cable that can breakaway without damaging or dislodging other components of the assembly during an emergency event. |
| US12012817B2 |
Subterranean well pipe and casing cutter water jet system
The present disclosure relates to water jet cutter tools for subterranean oil and gas well pipe and tubular cutting. The present disclosure relates to an assembly including the water jet cutting tools. The present disclosure relates to methods of cutting subterranean oil and gas well pipe and tubulars using water jet cutting tools. |
| US12012813B2 |
Downhole chemical reactor and gas generator with passive or active control
A downhole chemical reactor can be placed in a downhole environment to generate gas in-situ. This gas can pressurize an inner pressure chamber of the downhole chemical reactor to create a pressure-on-demand source or to maintain a constant pressure reservoir, depending on the configuration of a reactor controller coupled to an inlet of the inner pressure chamber. The inner pressure chamber contains one or more desired chemical reactants and the reactor controller operates to permit well fluid to flow from the wellbore and into the inner pressure chamber. The well fluid reacts with the desired chemical reactants and generates one or more gases such as hydrogen or carbon dioxide. The generated gases pressurize the inner pressure chamber and a pressure regulator coupled to the inner pressure chamber maintains a maximum pressurization of the inner pressure chamber. For a constant pressure reservoir, the reactor controller repeats this cycle indefinitely. |
| US12012811B1 |
Controlling surface pressure during well intervention
A system for controlling pressure applied in a well intervention operation using a physics-based model is provided. The system can include a stripper element that includes a pressure retention element for sealing a wellbore during an intervention operation that uses coiled tubing; a stripper circuit that includes a hydraulic actuator to apply a pressure to the pressure retention element; a processing device coupled to the hydraulic actuator that can receive, from the stripper circuit, a feedback signal. The processing device may receive a physical characteristic of a component and then determine, using data from the feedback signal and the physical characteristic, a minimum pressure level to contain wellhead pressure. The processing device may then output a command to cause the hydraulic actuator to change the pressure on the pressure retention element to be the minimum pressure level or within a pre-set deviation of the minimum pressure level. |
| US12012810B2 |
Controlling lost circulation while drilling
A tubular defines a central flow passage. A camera has an aperture and attached to an outer surface of the tubular with the aperture oriented away from the outer surface of the tubular. A lost circulation media reservoir is circumferentially surrounding at least a portion of the outer surface of the tubular. The lost circulation media reservoir is adjacent to the camera. The lost circulation media reservoir includes actuable gates along a periphery of the lost circulation media reservoir. A trigger is communicably coupled with the actuable gates and configured to actuate the actuable gates. |
| US12012808B2 |
Systems and method to protect a drilling rig
A drilling rig system includes a mast that includes one or more front legs, one or more rear legs positioned opposite the one or more front legs, and a crown block at the top of the mast. The system also includes a raising line coupled to the crown block or the one or more rear legs and configured to apply a first force to the mast. The first force acts in a direction opposing a second force generated by the weight of the mast as the mast pivots between a substantially horizontal position and a substantially vertical position. The system also includes a drawworks assembly coupled to the raising line and configured to pull the raising line to generate the first force, and a telescoping spring assembly coupled to the one or more front legs. The telescoping spring assembly is configured to apply a third force to the mast that acts in the direction opposing the second force. |
| US12012807B2 |
Drill bit with offset counter-rotating cutters
A drill bit is provided. The drill bit includes a bit body and an axle disposed in the bit body. The axle includes a first axle portion extending in a longitudinal direction and a second axle portion extending in the longitudinal direction. A longitudinal end of the first axle portion is continuous with a longitudinal end of the second axle portion. When viewed from the longitudinal direction, the first axle portion and the second axle portion are not coaxial, and an outer perimeter of the first axle portion is located entirely within an outer perimeter of the second axle portion. The drill bit also includes a first cutter disposed on the first axle portion and a second cutter disposed on the second axle portion. |
| US12012806B1 |
Elevated work platform for use with a ladder
The elevated work platform for use with a ladder comprises a tripod base having an adjustable vertical support, a brace and a trolley. The trolley comprising wheels and a tongue on the tripod base. The tripod base further comprising three legs wherein one leg may be disposed between the front and back legs of a step ladder and another of the three legs adjacent to the front legs of the ladder with the third leg adjacent to the back leg of the ladder. The vertical support comprises a multi-piece pole having an adjustable coupling at each junction for adjusting the height of the platform. The brace is attached between the front and back legs of the ladder to hold the work platform in spaced relation to the ladder. The legs may fold up to a generally parallel orientation to the vertical support for transport by wheels like a two wheel dolly or storage. |
| US12012804B2 |
Protector for use with a door
This disclosure relates generally to protecting roller devices and assemblies that prevent damage caused by doors, such as garage doors. The protecting roller devices can include two separable portions each having a wheel at one end, with a connection portion therebetween. In some embodiments, the connecting portion passes through a hollow axle of a hinge to connect the separable portions. In some other embodiments, the protecting roller device can comprise a middle portion that can be connected to the hinge, such as using a fastener. The highest point of the protecting roller device can be above the highest point of the hinge, such that the protecting roller device will encounter an obstruction such as an automobile instead of the hinge. The protecting roller device can be made of a material designed to prevent or minimize damage to the obstruction. |
| US12012802B2 |
Soundproof door system
A soundproof door system includes a chute; a door body, where a bottom of the door body is inserted into the chute and able to slide along the chute; a first roller disposed on the bottom of the door body and supported on a bottom wall of the chute; a first soundproof plate provided with a first end connected to the door body and a second end abutting against an inner wall of the chute; a second soundproof plate provided with a third end connected to the door body and a fourth end abutting against the inner wall of the chute; and the first end and the third end are respectively located on two sides of the door body, and the second end and the fourth end are respectively located on both sides of the door body. |
| US12012801B2 |
Hardened operable window systems and methods
Blast, ballistic, and entry resistant operable window systems include a sliding exterior glazing panel assembly, a sliding interior glazing panel assembly, an exterior frame assembly that receives the sliding exterior glazing panel assembly, an interior frame assembly that receives the sliding interior glazing panel assembly, an exterior gasket for placement between the exterior frame assembly and the wall of the building, a central gasket for placement between the exterior frame assembly and the interior frame assembly, and an interior gasket for placement between the interior frame assembly and the wall of the building. Methods of installation in a wall of a building are also provided. |
| US12012800B2 |
Aperture cover with overlapping VIG unit and connection profile connected to structural frame member
The present disclosure relates to an aperture cover such as a window or a door. The aperture cover comprises a vacuum insulated glass unit (3), and a frame (2, 17) such as a sash. The frame (2, 17) comprises elongated structural frame members (8) which together encloses a frame opening (2a). The vacuum insulated glass unit (3) overlaps (18) at least one of the elongated structural frame members (8) so that the edge surface (7) of the vacuum insulated glass unit (3) extends beyond the outer side surface (14) of the overlapped elongated structural frame member (8). The frame (2) moreover comprises an elongated connection profile (6) comprising a connection wall member (6a) which extends parallel to the overlapped structural frame member (8) and is connected to at least one of the outer major surfaces (S1, S2) of the vacuum insulated glass unit (3), and the elongated connection profile (6) comprises a fixation member (6b) which is connected to the overlapped structural frame member (8). |
| US12012799B2 |
Frame assembly for windows and sliding doors
A frame assembly, for use in window and door applications configured to retain a panel, comprising a frame with a cover assembly and a support assembly having a track assembly, and a sill assembly and a header assembly both interconnected to a securing surface. The cover assembly is interconnected to the support assembly. The sill assembly comprises a roller member disposed in supporting relation to the track assembly, and the header assembly is disposed in supporting relation to the support assembly so that the frame is movable relative to both the header assembly and the sill assembly. At least a portion of the frame comprises a predetermined thickness and a predetermined width. The predetermined thickness is substantially less than the predetermined width so that both cooperatively and concurrently enhance viewing through the panel and the frame's stability. |
| US12012797B2 |
Safety device for a lifting gate and lifting gate with such a safety device
The invention relates to a safety device for a lifting gate, in particular for a fast-running lifting gate having a gate leaf movable up and down and guided along both lateral gate opening edges in frames, a free leading edge of the gate leaf being assigned, at a distance (D) below the leading edge, to a photoelectric barrier (LS) which travels with the movement of the gate leaf, wherein the distance (D) can be reduced in a lower end region of a travel path of the gate leaf, and wherein at least a transmitting and/or a receiving unit and/or an opposite reflector unit of the photoelectric barrier (LS) is guided and/or arranged within a frame body of the frames. |
| US12012796B2 |
Door operator with an abnormal voltage protection function and method for protection of a door operator from an abnormal voltage
The present invention relates to a door operator with an abnormal voltage protection function and a method for abnormal voltage protection of a door operator. According to the present invention, before a door operator motor is electrically energized by an external power source, a controller determines whether the external power source meets the rated voltage of the door operator. In the case that the external power source meets the rated voltage, the controller activates the door operator motor; in the case that the external power source does not meet the rated voltage, the door operator motor is deactivated, and the controller issues a warning. |
| US12012782B2 |
Apparatuses with ratcheting buttons for securing electronic devices
Apparatuses for physically securing a portable electronic device to a tabletop of a display table or to another display surface are disclosed. In an embodiment an apparatus includes a main body, a plurality of arms that are extendable and retractable relative to the main body, and a plurality of braces attached to the plurality of arms, each brace configured to be secured to the portable electronic device. The apparatus includes one or more ratcheting buttons, located in corresponding holes in the main body or in arms, each ratcheting button configured to be upwardly movable within the corresponding hole with a ratchet mechanism to prevent downward movement of the ratcheting button within the corresponding hole. One or more fasteners is/are attachable to a tabletop to secure the apparatus and the portable electronic device to the tabletop. |
| US12012781B2 |
Lock mechanisms for merchandise security systems
Embodiments of the present invention are directed to merchandise security devices, systems, and methods for displaying and protecting an article of merchandise from theft. In one example, the merchandise security system includes a security device comprising a sensor configured to be secured to the article of merchandise, a cable configured to releasably engage the sensor, and a lock mechanism configured to releasably lock the cable to the sensor in a locked position. The cable is removable from the sensor when the lock mechanism is in an unlocked position. The system also includes a remote device configured to wirelessly communicate with the security device, wherein the remote device is configured to transmit a command to the security device for locking or unlocking the lock mechanism. |
| US12012779B1 |
Electronic sensor and key operated lock
An electronic sensor and key operated lock are disclosed which provides users with the option to use at least one of a manually operated mechanism or for example a biometric sensor to unlock the lock. The lock integrates both the manually operated mechanism and a biometric sensor into one device. The manually operated mechanism and a biometric sensor are coupled to a common toggle switch so that operation of at least one of the manually operated mechanism and the biometric sensor moves the toggle switch and a shackle from locked and unlocked positions. |
| US12012773B2 |
Post sleeve positioning systems and related methods
A system for positioning post sleeves is provided including a plurality of post sleeve positioning devices and a spacing mechanism. Each post sleeve positioning device is configured to receive a respective post sleeve and to enable selective adjustment of a position and orientation of the respective post sleeve. The spacing mechanism is coupleable between the pair of post sleeve positioning devices to determine or control the position and orientation of the post sleeve received by one of the pair of post sleeves positioning devices relative to the post sleeve received by the other one of the pair of post sleeve positioning devices. Related systems and methods are also provided. |
| US12012771B2 |
Foldable/deployable structure comprising a deployable mast
The invention relates to a foldable/deployable structure (1) comprising: —a mast (4) which can be deployed along a longitudinal deployment axis, the mast being designed to be placed either in a folded state requiring little axial installation space, or in a deployed state having a predetermined shape, —a base (10) upon which the deployable mast (4) is rested, the structure (1, 2) further comprising a bracing device, the bracing device: —having at least three points for attachment to the base (10) and at least three points for attachment to the mast (4), the bracing device connecting the base to the mast; —being designed to limit the transverse movements of the mast relative to the base (10) at least when the mast (4) is in a deployed state, and; —comprising at least one connecting member (22, 42, 60) chosen from the group formed by fabrics, non-woven fabrics and ties, the ties being chosen from the group formed by monofilaments, cables, bundles and strips; the structure (1, 2) being characterised in that it comprises a device (30) for tensioning each connecting member of the bracing device when the mast (4) is in the deployed state, the tensioning device (30) enabling a proximal end of the mast (4) to be maintained in the deployed state, at a distance from the base (10) greater than the distance separating the proximal end of the mast (4) from the base (10) when the mast is in the folded state. |
| US12012768B2 |
System and method for round column construction
An apparatus for forming a concrete column is disclosed. The apparatus may include a first column form half and a second column form half, which may be designed to be fitted together. The apparatus may also include a fastening system having at least one brace and a plurality of straps to fasten the first column form half with the second column form half to form a full column form. The full column form may then be filled with a poured concrete mixture, which when hardened or cured, may be a concrete column used in any number of structural or design applications. |
| US12012765B2 |
Adjustable door lifter
A door lifting device comprises a base plate, a fulcrum extending perpendicularly from the base plate, and a balance beam having a first end and a second end pivotally connected on the fulcrum. The balance beam includes a foot plate attached to the first end of the balance beam, and a door carriage attached to the second end of the balance beam. The balance beam can be adjusted to a selected height relative to the base plate. When the selected height of the balance beam relative to the base is increased, the pivot point is increased relative to the base plate. The balance beam can further, based on the selected height, be pivoted from a first location to a second location such that the door. When the pivot point is shifted away from the door carriage to the second position from the first position on the balance beam, the height of the door carriage relative to the surface is adjusted from the first height to the second height. |
| US12012764B2 |
Floor panel
A floor may include a substrate having a top side and a bottom side. A top layer may be provided on the substrate. The top layer may consist of a printed thermoplastic film and a thermoplastic transparent or translucent layer provided on the printed thermoplastic film. The top layer may be directly adhered to the substrate by heat welding the printed thermoplastic film and the top side of the substrate, in the absence of a glue layer. The substrate may be a synthetic material board including a filler. The substrate at least at two opposite edges may include coupling means provided in the synthetic material board. The thermoplastic transparent or translucent layer may be provided with a structure. |
| US12012763B2 |
Track system for architectural stretch-fabric applications
A fabric housing, a method of installing a fabric housing, and a method of manufacturing a fabric housing are provided. The fabric housing for stretching fabric on walls or ceilings includes a first exterior wall. The fabric housing also includes a second exterior wall. The fabric housing further includes a tensioning leg configured to tightly abut one of the first exterior wall or second exterior wall. The tensioning leg is configured to grip a fabric between the tensioning leg and the one of the first exterior wall or second exterior wall. The fabric housing still further includes a pair of opposing jaws configured to secure the fabric. The pair of opposing jaws are disposed along one of the first exterior wall or the second exterior wall. A corresponding method of manufacturing a fabric housing and installing a fabric housing are provided herein. |
| US12012762B1 |
Deployable awning for protection from storm damage
A system and a method for a deployable awning that detects impending storms or other weather events and automatically deploys from a structure to extend out and cover vehicles to protect them from damage due to the storm or other weather event. In one embodiment, a method includes determining that an activating event has occurred. The activating event includes a storm or other weather event. Upon determining that the activating event has occurred, the method includes automatically deploying an awning from a stored configuration inside an awning housing to a deployed configuration such that the awning covers a coverage area of a ground surface adjacent to a location where the awning housing is mounted. |
| US12012755B2 |
Tile system for ceiling and wall
A tile comprises a main body having an exposed side and a concealed side. The exposed side defines a main surface and the concealed side defines a rear plane. Side surfaces between the exposed side and the concealed side of the main body have tongue-and-groove arrangements in the rear plane. The main body is made of at least one layer of acoustic felt defining at least one of the exposed side or the concealed side. The at least one layer of acoustic felt has a main plane of at least one compressed portion, with at least one embossed portion projecting from the main plane of the at least one compressed portion. |
| US12012753B2 |
Dynamic, fire-resistance-rated thermally insulating and sealing system having a F-rating of a min. of 120 min for use with curtain wall structures
Described is an approved dynamic construction for effectively thermally insulating and sealing of a safing slot between a floor of a building and an exterior wall construction wherein the exterior wall construction comprises a curtain wall configuration defined by an interior wall surface. The dynamic, thermally insulating and sealing system comprises a tubular sealing element having wing-like connection areas for attaching the tubular sealing element to the curtain wall construction and the floor of a building, to maintain thermally insulating and sealing of the safing slot during exposure to fire and heat as well as movement in order to maintain a complete seal extending across the safing slot and to enhance the water-stopping properties of the insulation and seal within the safing slot. |
| US12012751B2 |
Dynamic, fire-resistance-rated thermally insulating and sealing system for use with curtain wall structures
Described is an approved dynamic construction for effectively thermally insulating and sealing of a safing slot between a floor of a building and an exterior wall construction wherein the exterior wall construction comprises a curtain wall configuration defined by an interior wall glass surface including one or more aluminum framing members, wherein the vision glass extends to the finished floor level below. The dynamic, thermally insulating and sealing system comprises a first element for receiving the insulating elements and positioned in the zero spandrel area of a glass curtain wall construction including only vision glass to maintain thermally insulating and sealing of the safing slot during exposure to fire and heat as well as movement in order to maintain a complete seal extending across the safing slot. |
| US12012750B2 |
Process for assembling a unitized panel for use within an exterior dynamic curtain wall assembly
A box assembly includes a box, a door, an opener, and an insulation material. The box is configured to be installed on a curtain wall. The door encloses an interior space of the box. The opener is configured to open the door. The insulation material is in a compressed state in the interior space when the door is closed. The insulation material is configured to transition to an uncompressed state when the opener opens the door. When the door is opened, the insulation material at least partially extends from the interior space into a sating slot adjacent the curtain wall when the box is in an installed state and the door is opened. |
| US12012749B2 |
Foam insulation with improved low temperature properties using polyol additives
A polyisocyanurate foam insulation product is produced from an isocyanate component and a polyol-containing component including a blowing agent. The polyol-containing component comprises one or more polyols, a fire retardant, and a hydroxyl-containing low-molecular-weight additive effective to increase the R-value per inch of the insulation product as measured at 40° F., as compared with an otherwise-identical formulation lacking the hydroxyl-containing low-molecular-weight additive. The polyisocyanurate foam insulation product may have an R-value per inch of at least 6.0 when measured at 40° F. and may have an R-value per inch of at least 5.5 when measured at 25° F. Suitable hydroxyl-containing low-molecular-weight additives may include triethanolamine, trimethylolpropane, N-methyldiethanolamine, 1,4 butanediol, or another suitable multi-functional alcohol or combination of multi-functional alcohols. |
| US12012743B2 |
Device for thermally insulating, force-transmitting retrofitting of a second load-bearing construction element to a first load-bearing construction element and structure with such a device
A device for retrofitting a second load-bearing construction element to a first load-bearing construction element has an insulation body arranged between the construction elements. Tensile force-transmitting, compressive force-transmitting, and shear force-transmitting elements are provided. The compressive force-transmitting elements include a contact surface, accessible from a longitudinal side of the insulation body, for absorbing horizontal compressive forces of the second load-bearing construction element. The shear force transmitting elements include a support surface, accessible from the longitudinal side of the insulation body, for absorbing vertically oriented forces of the second load-bearing construction element and further include a shear rod connected to the support surface. A support angle bracket has first and second legs and a transversely arranged cheek connecting the first and second legs. The first leg forms the contact surface. The second leg forms the support surface. The shear rod has a slanted section fixed directly to the cheek. |
| US12012740B2 |
Liquid run-off disposal system
An improved liquid run-off disposal system is described having an infiltration chamber 72 with first and second sidewalls 74. In cross-sectional view the first and second sidewalls 74 each include an inner surface 76 and outer surface 78, and each sidewall 74 includes a plurality of integrated louvre-shaped apertures 80. In cross-sectional view each louvre-shaped aperture 80 includes an upper surface 82 and a lower surface 84 which are angled upwards from the outer surface 78 and protrude inwards from the inner surface 76 into the interior of the infiltration chamber 72. The upper and lower surfaces 82, 84 comprise a plurality of angled sections, the angled sections being arranged so as to form a substantially vertical flow path through a portion of the aperture 80. The angled sections of the upper and lower surfaces 82, 84 are arranged at an angle and of a length so as to substantially overlap when viewed in a horizontal direction. The overlapping region “Y1” ensures that the apertures 80 will admit the exit of water but substantially inhibit the entry of soil wherein, in use, when liquid run-off is piped into the infiltration chamber 72 it can drain away through the apertures 80 and into the surrounding soil. |
| US12012739B2 |
Automatic toilet cleaner device
A toilet cleaner device including: a container defining a first chamber and a second chamber, the first chamber communicative with the second chamber, the second chamber storing a cleaner concentrate; the first chamber formed as a tapered vault defined by a base, an apex and an axis passing through a center of the base and a center of the apex, the tapered vault formed by one or more tapered sidewalls sloping towards the axis of the tapered vault in a direction extending from the base to the apex; a first inlet communicative with the first chamber, the first inlet formed at or proximal to the apex; the second chamber having a first end communicative with the first chamber and a second end enclosed by a first barrier defining a gap; a pipe extending from and sealing the gap in the first barrier, the pipe forming a water channel extending between opposing first and second open ends of the pipe, the first open end located at or proximal to the first end of the second chamber and the second open end located at or proximal to the second end of the second chamber; a buoyant actuator coupled by a tether to a stopper, the tether disposed within the water channel, the buoyant actuator disposed proximal to the first open end of the pipe and the stopper disposed proximal to the second open end of the pipe. When the toilet cleaner device is placed in a toilet cistern and filled with water the buoyant actuator provides a buoyant force with a buoyant support vector that opposes a load force exerted by the stopper and the buoyant actuator maintains a buoyant position and tethers the stopper to a closed position blocking water flow through the water channel. |
| US12012737B2 |
Effluent dispenser system
A dispenser system includes at least one main tubular element, at least one nozzle, and openings formed on the main tubular element. The at least one nozzle receives and injects a first fluid inside the main tubular element. The openings in conjunction with the nozzle enable fluid circulation between inside and outside of the main tubular element. |
| US12012736B2 |
System and method for enabling waste disposer to be coupled to alternative electric power sources
Food waste disposer systems and related systems for coupling food waste disposer systems to electrical power sources, and related coupling and configuration methods, are disclosed herein. In at least one example embodiment, a food waste disposer system includes a motor, a switch module, a housing, and an appliance inlet power cord connection structure supported at least indirectly upon the housing, where the connection structure is either connected to or integrally formed with the switch module. Further, the food waste disposer system also includes a power cord including a first end with a first plug and a second end with a second plug, where the first plug is configured to be coupled to the connection structure. Additionally, the food waste disposer includes an adapter or first lead wires that are coupled at least indirectly to the connection structure. |
| US12012732B2 |
Hydrant nozzle cap spacer
A nozzle cap spacer for a hydrant nozzle cap includes a spacer body defining an outer body edge, the spacer body defining a spacer body thickness; and a resilient first spacer spring arm extending from the outer body edge and biased away from the spacer body in an extended orientation, wherein the first spacer spring arm defines a first spring arm thickness; wherein the first spring arm thickness of the first spacer spring arm is equal to the spacer body thickness of the spacer body. |
| US12012724B2 |
Hydraulic excavator drive system
A hydraulic excavator drive system (1) includes an arm control valve (31) and an arm switching valve (41). The arm switching valve (41) is connected to an arm pushing supply line (34) by a rod-side line (42) and to an arm crowding supply line (35) by a head-side line (43). The arm switching valve (41) is switched between a neutral position, a recycling position in which the arm switching valve (41) allows the rod-side line (42) to communicate with the head-side line (43) and a second tank line (44), and a meter-out control position in which the arm switching valve (41) allows the head-side line (43) to communicate with the tank line (44). The arm switching valve (41) incorporates therein a check valve (45) that allows a flow from the rod-side line (42) toward the head-side line (43) when the arm switching valve (41) is in the recycling position. |
| US12012719B2 |
Tubular structural member for exterior of construction machine
To provide a pipe member being able to reduce the vibration applied and improve its durability. A pipe member to be installed on the body of a construction machine has an outer main pipe and an inner auxiliary pipe inserted into the outer main pipe. An outer diameter of the inner auxiliary pipe is formed smaller than an inner diameter of the outer main pipe. The inner auxiliary pipe has a securing part secured on the outer main pipe and at least one of end parts of the inner auxiliary pipe is a free end without being secured on the outer main pipe. |
| US12012718B2 |
Ditch cutter and spoil removal apparatus
A ditch cutting and excavation spoil removal apparatus creates ditches and land contours while simultaneously removing excavation spoil from the banks of newly created ditches. The apparatus includes an excavation spoil collection box and an adjustable plow saddle that supports a plowshare. The spoil collection box has a vertically adjustable rectangular frame with an open front and bottom. The pivotally mounted plow saddle may be tilted upward and downward through the bottom of the excavation box frame for adjustment of the plowshare and, correspondingly, the depth of the ditch being cut. Excavation spoil is collected in the spoil collection box as the apparatus is moved along the ground surface and is removed by raising the spoil collection box. |
| US12012717B2 |
Earth working implement
An earth working implement has a main frame, a main blade supported on the main frame transversely to the forward direction, and two wing blades pivotally supported at opposing ends of the main blade for movement between forward and rearward projecting orientations. A tilt actuator controls angular orientation of the main blade relative to the main frame about a lateral axis. Two rear wheels support the rear end of the frame for rolling along the ground. A hitch arm extends forwardly from a pivotal connection of the main frame for connection to a towing vehicle so as to vary in angular orientation relative to the main frame independently of the main blade. Furrow openers in a laterally spaced apart row are movable relative to the main frame between a working position protruding below the cutting edge of the main blade and a raised storage position. |
| US12012703B2 |
Road stud system, method for controlling road stud, and control program of road stud
In a road stud system, a road stud includes a terminal storage unit, a light emission unit, and a radio communication unit. The light emission unit emits a light having a first color tone or a second color tone in a first or second direction. The radio communication unit receives an instruction signal for an operation of the light emission unit. A control system that controls a plurality of road studs includes a determination unit and an instruction unit. The determination unit determines whether an overlapping area is in a first state in which passage of a pedestrian is prioritized or a second state in which passage of an automobile is prioritized. The instruction unit sends an instruction signal, in accordance with the result of the determination, regarding the direction of the light emission and the color tone to each of the road studs. |
| US12012699B2 |
Process for manufacturing components from shredded polymer-coated paper products
The invention relates to a process for producing a thermoformable and/or embossable particle/polymer composite using a substrate S based on shredded polymer-coated paper and a thermoplastic polymer P, therewith providing a new method of recycling/upcycling paper waste. Furthermore, a process for the manufacturing of a molded article obtained from the paper-based particle/polymer composite and its use as an element in buildings or in furniture are disclosed. |
| US12012698B2 |
Durable tissue product
The present invention provides a durable tissue product produced from a tissue web that has been manufactured by applying a binder, such as by printing, to one side of the web and then contacting the binder applied side to a rotating dryer and creping the web therefrom. The side of the web opposite of the binder applied side is generally not treated with a binder, or the like, and is not subjected to creping. Further, the opposite side is generally formed from a layer of short, low coarseness cellulosic fibers, such as hardwood kraft fibers, and may be substantially free from long cellulosic fibers, such as softwood fibers. Despite forming the untreated surface from short fibers, the tissue product has good durability, such as a slough from about 6.0 to about 9.0 mg. |
| US12012695B2 |
Double-disc refiner
A double disc refiner includes a first refining disc at a feed end and an opposing second refining disc. The first disc has inlet opening(s) and a first distal surface facing a second disc opposing surface. A first disc refining segment has a second distal surface facing the opposing surface that has a first height relative to a plane of the first distal surface in a direction toward the opposing surface. A first disc center plate has elongated protrusions radially extending therefrom and a third distal surface having a second height in the direction of the first height that is at least equal to the first height. Each protrusion has a fourth distal surface continuous with the third distal surface and a third height in the direction of the first height equal to the second height. The third distal surface is separated from the opposing surface by 5-15 mm. |
| US12012694B2 |
Pulper for circulating a fibrous stock suspension
A pulper for circulating a fibrous stock suspension. The pulper includes at least one screen, having a screen surface which is provided with screen openings, and over which a rotor passes. The rotor is formed by a rotor head, to which a plurality of rotor blades are attached on the outer circumference. The rotor circle of the screen, which is passed over by the rotor wings, includes a plurality of bar-shaped elevations. In the process, pulping is to be improved, while wear is to be minimized, in that the angle of intersection between the working edge of the rotor blades pointing in the direction of rotation and the shear edge of the elevations pointing counter to the direction of rotation does not decrease radially outwardly. |
| US12012693B2 |
Method of manufacturing an endless loop
A method for manufacturing a rope structure comprising providing, around a first roller and a second roller, a loop including a plurality of twisted strands. The method further comprising feeding a plurality of body strands onto the loop, feeding including, with the plurality of body strands connected to the loop, moving the loop about the first roller and the second roller to cause the body strands to lay and be twisted on the plurality of twisted strands. |
| US12012690B2 |
Autonomous laundry washing and drying devices, systems, and methods of use
An autonomous system for washing and drying household laundry includes a plurality of autonomous combination washer and dryers each including a perforated drum disposed within a tub mated thereto at a drive end opposite an opening. A first air orifice is disposed through the tub. A detachable door includes a second air orifice configured to receive an air conduit such that air flows through the first and second air orifices during a drying cycle while the door seals the opening. A controller is configured to instruct a drive motor to spin the drum about a spin axis extending between the drive end and the opening. A driven carrier in operable communication with the controller slides along a raised rail disposed adjacent the plurality autonomous combination washer and dryers and retrieves, holds, and reseats a door in an opening of one of the plurality of autonomous combination washer and dryers. |
| US12012689B2 |
Clothing care system
Disclosed is a clothing care system having an enhanced flow path structure. The clothing care system includes a main body including a clothing care room with an open front, a heat exchange device equipped in the main body and arranged to exchange heat with air in the clothing care room, and a door arranged to open or close the opening of the main body, wherein the door includes at least one dehumidification path allowing the clothing care room to be linked to outside, and wherein the dehumidification path comprises an inflow path arranged at the door to bring outside air into the clothing care room, and a discharge path arranged at the door to discharge air in the clothing care room to the outside. |
| US12012688B2 |
Laundry treating apparatus
A laundry treating apparatus includes a tub, a drum, and a rotator. The rotator includes a bottom portion positioned on a bottom surface of the drum, a pillar protruding from the bottom portion toward an open surface of the drum, and a blade disposed on an outer circumferential surface of the pillar. The blade extends obliquely with respect to a longitudinal direction of the pillar from one end thereof facing toward the bottom portion to the other end thereof facing toward the open surface, and a first mold line at least partially extending in parallel with a circumferential direction of the pillar is formed between said one end and the other end. |
| US12012683B2 |
Needle loom for consolidating a web or lap of fibres, particularly nonwoven, assembly comprising a web or lap of fibres and a needle loom of this type and method for operating a needle loom or an assembly of this type
Method for operating a needle loom comprising at least one needle board in which a web or lap of fibres is passed in front of the needles, said web or fibre moving in a so-called feed direction, or machine direction or MD, between two end positions in which the free ends of the needles have a zero speed, and the at least one needle board and/or needles are driven in a back-and-forth movement in a direction other than the feed direction, particularly in the perpendicular direction, or a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the plane of the lap or web, such that the free ends of the needles have, in a first interval extending in the lap or web between an outer surface of the web or lap of fibres and an end position, a first movement having a first speed profile as an absolute value for a first duration, then, in a second interval extending in the lap or web between said one end position and said one outer surface, a second movement having a second speed profile as an absolute value for a second duration, is characterised in that the maximum speed of the second profile is higher than the maximum speed of the first profile and/or the second duration is shorter than the first duration. |
| US12012676B2 |
Textile tool part pair and method for equipping a textile machine
A textile tool part pair (15) consisting of two textile tool parts (16) and a method of equipping a textile machine with the aid of such a textile tool part pair (15) are disclosed. Each textile tool part (16) extends in a longitudinal direction (L) between a trailing end (21) and a leading end (22). Proceeding from the trailing ends (21) thereof, the textile tool parts (16) extend away from one another and counter to one another as far as the leading end (22). At the trailing ends (21), the two textile tool parts (16) of a common textile tool part pair (15) are interconnected by a predetermined breaking connection (45). The predetermined breaking connection (45) can be manually separated without tools, in particular by bending about a bending axis (A). |
| US12012673B2 |
Webbing and related methods
A webbing and methods for manufacturing the same are disclosed herein. The webbing may include a first set of threads having a first plurality of nylon fibers. The first set of threads may be woven together across a first webbing end and a second webbing end. The webbing may include a second set of threads having a second plurality of nylon fibers. The second set of threads may have a hard polymer coating. The second set of threads may be woven together across the first webbing end and the second webbing end along a first edge of the webbing and a second edge of the webbing. The hard polymer coating may be reflective. |
| US12012672B2 |
Open-end spinning machine, and method and control device for operating an open-end spinning machine of this type
An open-end spinning machine having a plurality of workstations, each workstation has a spinning apparatus for producing a thread, a thread draw-off device for drawing off the thread from the spinning apparatus, a storage nozzle, a winding apparatus for producing a cross-wound bobbin, and a suction nozzle, to which negative pressure can be applied. The open-end spinning machine is equipped with at least one service unit, serving a plurality of the workstations and has an auxiliary-thread delivery device for delivering an auxiliary thread and an auxiliary-thread draw-off, which are used in a piecing process at a workstation to be served. The auxiliary-thread draw-off can be operated in such a way that the auxiliary-thread draw-off speed of the auxiliary-thread draw-off for drawing off the pieced auxiliary thread has a speed offset, which takes into account the thread draw-off speed of the thread draw-off device and at least one additional correction factor. |
| US12012670B2 |
High-throughput immune sequencing
This disclosure provides methods for monitoring an immune response. Methods comprise linking a polynucleotide sequence encoding a heavy chain variable region and a polynucleotide sequence encoding a light chain variable region from a single lymphocyte from a biological sample obtained before an immune response and linking a polynucleotide sequence encoding a heavy chain variable region and a polynucleotide sequence encoding a light chain variable region from a single lymphocyte from a biological sample obtained during or after an immune response. Methods further comprise performing high-throughput sequencing of the linked (paired) sequences from before the immune response and from during or after the immune response, and comparing the resulting sequence reads. |
| US12012667B2 |
Copper electrofill on non-copper liner layers
Void-free bottom-up fill of copper in features is achieved on non-copper liner layers. A non-copper liner layer has a higher resistivity than copper. An electroplating solution for plating copper on a non-copper liner layer includes a low copper concentration, high pH, organic additives, and bromide ions as a copper complexing agent. The high pH and the bromide ions do not interfere with the activity of the organic additives. In some implementations, the concentration of copper ions is between about 0.2 g/L and about 10 g/L, a concentration of sulfuric acid is between about 0.1 g/L and about 10 g/L, and a concentration of the bromide ions is between about 20 mg/L and about 240 mg/L. In some implementations, the electroplating solution further includes chloride ions as an additional copper complexing agent at a concentration between about 0.1 mg/L and about 100 mg/L. |
| US12012659B2 |
System, method and apparatus for providing anodic corrosion protection for galvanized irrigation pipes
The present invention provides a sacrificial anodic plug for insertion within an irrigation span to provide anodic corrosion protection. According to a preferred embodiment, the anodic plug of the present invention includes a protective cap connected to a securing bushing, and an anodic coupler which extends into the interior of the irrigation span. Preferably, the securing bushing includes non-conductive threads for mating with the threads of a sprinkler outlet and for electrically isolating the anodic coupler from the protective cap. According to further preferred embodiments, the anodic coupler is formed of magnesium and extends down away from the protective cap and terminates in an anodic base. According to a further preferred embodiment, the protective cap may include a wear indicator indicating the amount of anodic material remaining in the central anodic coupler and anodic base. |
| US12012658B2 |
Composition, kit, and method for treating substrate
An object of the present invention is to provide a composition that exhibits excellent dissolving ability and etching selectivity (particularly, etching selectivity for a Ru-containing substance and other metal-containing substances) to metal-containing substances (particularly, a Ru-containing substance), a kit for preparing the composition, and a method for treating a substrate by using the composition.The composition according to an embodiment of the present invention is a composition for removing metal-containing substances, and contains one or more periodic acid compounds selected from the group consisting of a periodic acid and a salt thereof, an azole compound, and an alkali compound. |
| US12012654B2 |
Device for coating a substrate with a carbon-containing coating
In a device for depositing graphene, carbon nano-tubes or other, in particular carbon-contained coatings on a strip-shaped substrate, the substrate enters a reactor housing through an inlet opening and is transported in a transport direction through a process area that is tempered by a tempering device, before being exiting the reactor housing through an outlet opening. Heat-transport-inhibiting means are arranged between the process area and the inlet opening and/or the outlet opening by means of which a heat transport from the process area to the inlet opening or the outlet opening is reduced. Guide elements are also provided in order to guide the substrate into and out of regions directly adjacent to the inlet and outlet openings. |
| US12012650B2 |
Sputtering target and method of producing sputtering target
[Object] To provide a sputtering target for producing an oxide semiconductor thin film having high properties, which serves as a substitute for IGZO, and a method of producing the same.[Solving Means] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, a sputtering target according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: an oxide sintered body including indium, tin, and germanium, in which an atom ratio of germanium with respect to a total of indium, tin, and germanium is 0.07 or more and 0.40 or less, and an atom ratio of tin with respect to the total of indium, tin, and germanium is 0.04 or more and 0.60 or less. As a result, it is possible to achieve transistor characteristics of having mobility of 10 cm2/Vs or more. |
| US12012648B2 |
Aluminum alloy foil
An aluminum alloy foil having a composition, including Fe: 1.2% by mass or more and 1.8% by mass or less, Si: 0.05% by mass or more and 0.15% by mass or less, Cu: 0.005% by mass or more and 0.10% by mass or less, and Mn: 0.01% by mass or less, with a remainder being Al and inevitable impurities. An average crystal grain size of the aluminum alloy foil is 20 to 30 μm, a maximum crystal grain size/the average crystal grain size is ≤3.0, a Cube orientation density is 5 or more, a Cu orientation density is 20 or less, and an R orientation density is 15 or less. |
| US12012646B1 |
Additively manufacturing components containing nickel alloys, and feedstocks for producing the same
Some variations provide an additively manufactured metal-containing component comprising (i) nickel, (ii) aluminum and/or titanium, and (iii) nanoparticles, wherein the sum of aluminum weight percentage and one-half of titanium weight percentage is at least 3 on a nanoparticle-free basis, and wherein the additively manufactured metal-containing component has a microstructure that is substantially crack-free with equiaxed grains. A feedstock composition is also provided, comprising metal-containing microparticles and nanoparticles, wherein the nanoparticles are chemically and/or physically disposed on surfaces of the microparticles, wherein the microparticles comprise (i) nickel and (ii) aluminum and/or titanium, and wherein the sum of aluminum weight percentage and one-half of titanium weight percentage is at least 3 on a nanoparticle-free basis. The nanoparticles may be selected from metals; ceramics; cermets; intermetallic alloys; oxides, carbides, nitrides, borides, or hydrides thereof; polymers; and/or carbon. Successful nanofunctionalization of MAR-M-247 nickel superalloy is demonstrated, creating a crack-free additively manufactured microstructure. |
| US12012643B2 |
Method for the recovery of palladium
The present invention relates to a method for the recovery of palladium from an aqueous solution, comprising the steps of: (A) providing a dispersion comprising an aqueous dispersing phase comprising palladium(II), at least one non-ionic surfactant and at least one compound bearing a beta-dithiocarbonyl group, so as to form a hydrophobic complex of palladium(II) with the compound bearing a beta-dithiocarbonyl group; (B) heating the dispersion resulting from step (A) to a temperature at least equal to its cloud point so as to obtain the phase separation between the aqueous dispersing phase and a dispersed phase rich in surfactant comprising at least a part of said hydrophobic complex; (C) separating the dispersed phase rich in surfactant from the aqueous dispersing phase resulting from step (B); and (D) recovering the hydrophobic complex of palladium(II) with the compound bearing a beta-dithiocarbonyl group. |
| US12012636B2 |
Pulmonary hypertension biomarker
Pulmonary hypertension is a progressive disease of various origins that is associated with vascular remodelling and results in right heart dysfunction. Accumulating evidence indicates important roles of immune cells and inflammatory chemokines in the pathogenesis and progression of pulmonary hypertension. We have identified CCL21 as anti-remodelling efficacy biomarker for pulmonary hypertension. CCL21 was found to be highly sensitive and specific in discriminating pulmonary hypertension patients from matched controls. CCL21 was upregulated in pulmonary hypertension and down-regulated with treatment with an anti-remodelling agent. |
| US12012635B2 |
Methods and compositions for assessing patients with preeclampsia-related conditions using MicroRNA
The invention is directed to methods and compositions for collecting a non-placental biological samples of cells and quantifying and comparing levels of expression of microRNAs to characterize a preeclampsia-related condition. The samples may be collected before or after an intervention or may be collected over a period of time. One of the samples may be a control sample. Patients may then be treated according to their response. |
| US12012633B2 |
Lineage tracing using mitochondrial genome mutations and single cell genomics
Embodiments disclosed herein provide methods of using somatic mutations in mitochondrial genomes to retrospectively infer cell lineages in native contexts and to serve as genetic barcodes to measure clonal dynamics in complex cellular populations. Further, somatic mutations in mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) are tracked by single cell genomic approaches for simultaneous analysis of single cell lineage and state. Applicants further show that mitochondrial mutations can be readily detected with contemporary single cell transcriptomic and epigenomic technologies to concomitantly capture gene expression profiles and chromatin accessibility, respectively. |
| US12012631B2 |
Methods and compositions for isolating asymmetric nucleic acid complexes
The present disclosure provides improved methods for isolating asymmetrically-primed and/or asymmetrically-tagged nucleic acid complexes that find use in downstream analytical analyses, including sequence analysis. Compositions comprising such complexes and kits and systems for generating such complexes are also provided. |
| US12012629B2 |
Continuous processing methods for biological products
The present invention is directed to the development of continuous processing technology for the purification of biopharmaceuticals and biological products, such as monoclonal antibodies, protein therapeutics, and vaccines. Methods for continuous processing of a biological product in a feed stream toward formulation of a purified bulk product are described. |
| US12012627B2 |
Method for producing psicose 3-epimerase by high-density fermentation
The present invention relates to the technical field of microbial fermentation engineering, and specifically to a method for producing psicose 3-epimerase by high-density fermentation. In view of the low expression level of psicose 3-epimerase and other problems existing in the current fermentation, by controlling the feeding rate in the fermentation process, improving the culture temperature in the middle and late stages of fermentation and other measures in the present invention, the OD value during the fermentation with recombinant Bacillus subtilis and the total enzyme activity of psicose 3-epimerase in the fermentation broth are significantly increased, the expression of psicose 3-epimerase is markedly improved, and the production cost of allulose is reduced. Therefore, the present invention has a very broad prospect of application in industry. |
| US12012625B2 |
Method for producing bioactive composition
A method for the preparation of bioactive compound by culturing a Bacillus species containing 16S rRNA having nucleotide sequence that is at least 80% identical to the nucleic acid sequence of the 16S rRNA of B. endophyticus DS43 of SEQ ID NO: 1. Tryptone soya broth (TSB) is an effective growth medium for the production of the bioactive compound. A growth medium used in the method contains date syrup and/or molasses. The isolated fluorescent bioactive compound has biocidal activity against bacteria including Serratia marcescens, Staphylococcus aureus, and Escherichia coli. |
| US12012620B2 |
Peroxidase activity towards 10-acetyl-3,7-dihydroxyphenoxazine
The present invention provides engineered peroxidase enzymes, polypeptides having peroxidase activity, and polynucleotides encoding these enzymes, as well as vectors and host cells comprising these polynucleotides and polypeptides. Methods for producing peroxidase enzymes are also provided. The present invention further provides compositions comprising the peroxidase enzymes and methods of using the engineered peroxidase enzymes. The present invention finds particular use in the production of pharmaceutical and other compounds. |
| US12012616B2 |
Formation of three-dimensional organ from pluripotent stem cells
The present invention solves the following problems [1] to [3] found in conventional methods of preparing a three dimensional structure (organ primordium) by coculturing functional cells with umbilical cord-derived vascular endothelial cells and bone marrow-derived mesenchymal cells: [1] the quality of resultant organ primordia varies greatly depending on donors; [2] the growth capacities of cell sources are limited; and [3] it is difficult to secure immunocompatibility because cells are derived from different sources. An organ bud prepared from vascular cells, mesenchymal cells and tissue or organ cells, wherein each of the vascular cell, the mesenchymal cell and the tissue or organ cell has been induced from pluripotent stem cells. A method of preparing an organ bud, comprising culturing vascular cells, mesenchymal cells and tissue or organ cells in vitro, wherein each of the vascular cell, the mesenchymal cell and the tissue or organ cell has been induced from pluripotent stem cells. |
| US12012613B2 |
Genetically engineered hematopoietic stem cell as a platform for systemic protein expression
The present invention relates to a genetically modified hematopoietic stem cell comprising, in at least one globin gene comprised in the genome thereof, at least one transgene encoding a therapeutic protein or a therapeutic ribonucleic acid, the said transgene being placed under the control of the endogenous promoter of the said globin gene. |
| US12012609B2 |
Conductive graphene matrix-encapsulated cells
Various embodiments disclosed relate to conductive graphene matrix-encapsulated cells. A matrix-encapsulated cell includes an encapsulating polymer matrix including a biopolymer and graphene. The matrix-encapsulated cell also includes one or more of the cells encapsulated within the encapsulating polymer, wherein the graphene directly contacts at least some of the cells. The matrix encapsulating the one or more cells is electrically conductive. |
| US12012605B2 |
Generating northern leaf blight resistant maize
Compositions and methods for obtaining plant cells with modified Ht1 nucleotide sequences, modified NLB18 sequences, or both, are provided herein. The methods involve introducing double-strand breaks into the maize genome in an endogenous Ht1 encoding sequence, an endogenous NLB18 encoding sequence, or both, to modify the genomic sequence in order to enhance northern leaf blight resistance of a plant produced from the plant cell. Further provided are methods that introduce resistant alleles of Ht1 and/or NLB18 into specific sites in the genome. Plants produced by the plant cells, and seeds produced from the plants are also included. Guide polynucleotides are also provided for the use of the CRISPR-Cas system in inducing double strand breaks. |
| US12012603B2 |
Yeast strains with selected or altered mitotypes and methods of making and using the same
Herein we demonstrate that the mitochondrial genome influences temperature tolerance in Saccharomyces yeasts. The present invention provides methods for manipulating the mitotype of yeast, including methods to produce synthetic yeast hybrids with a selected mitotype and methods to exchange the native mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) present in polyploid yeast with mtDNA from a desired source. Saccharomyces cerevisiae×Saccharomyces eubayanus hybrids with selected mitotypes are also provided. The yeast and methods of the present invention may be utilized in a variety of applications, including in fermentation to produce beer and wine. |
| US12012595B2 |
Peptide library constructing method and related vectors
An improved peptide library preparation method is described for constructing complete peptide libraries such as a complete tripeptide library, tetrapeptide library, pentapeptide library, hexapeptide library, heptapeptide library, or a complete octapeptide library, etc. The method includes constructing an expression vector for the expression of tagged peptides. Each tagged peptide contains an array of peptides of different sizes, and the number of peptides in a complete peptide library can be dramatically reduced relative to conventional chemical peptide synthesis. Furthermore, the libraries can be readily reproduced. The improved peptide library preparation method can particularly be used, for example, to construct a complete pentapeptide library. Other related methods and related expression vectors are also described. |
| US12012594B2 |
Methods and compositions for long-range haplotype phasing
Various approaches for generating read-sets from nucleic acid molecules and segments and phasing are disclosed. Nucleic acids are assembled into complexes using binding moieties and exposed nucleic acid ends are tagged with nucleic acid tags. Read-sets can be generated from tagged nucleic acid molecules and segments. Physical linkage relationships between nucleic acid molecules and segments can be examined using the nucleic acid tags. Various approaches to generating read-sets and phasing are presented. |
| US12012592B2 |
Target material extraction apparatus with replacement of magnetic bar block allowed
The present invention relates to an extraction apparatus capable of simultaneously extracting target materials from multiple biological samples and, more particularly, to a target material extraction apparatus in which magnetic bar blocks can be replaced according to kinds of multi-well plates to be inserted into a cartridge. When used, the target material extraction apparatus of the present invention is operated in such a manner that among various plates multi-well having different numbers of wells, multi-well plates suitable for a use purpose are loaded into a cartridge within the apparatus and magnetic bar blocks equipped with magnetic bars suitable therefor are selected and loaded. Thus, the apparatus has the advantage of selectively applying various multi-well plates to one installment according to the number of samples from which a target material is extracted or to the amount of the target material to be extracted. |
| US12012588B1 |
Methods and systems for the use of photosynthetic microbes as mechanical transducers and sensors
The invention relates to the novel use of photosynthetic microorganisms to allow for the generation of micron-scale optical output mechanical sensors. In one preferred embodiment, the invention includes systems, methods and compositions for the use of photosynthetic microbes as biologically-based micron-scale tunable, light/chemical-mechanical energy transducers, sensors, and/or actuators. |
| US12012586B2 |
Automated gas control hypoxic chamber for monitoring oxygen concentration
A hypoxic chamber system comprises a hypoxic chamber having: a housing, an internal receiving chamber formed within the housing, a lid operably connectable to the housing to seal the receiving chamber in a closed position, a first input and a second input in communication with the receiving chamber, and an oxygen sensor positioned in the receiving chamber; a first regulator valve operatively connected to the first input and an oxygen source; a second regulator valve operatively connected to the second input and a non-oxygen source; and a controller electrically connected to the first regulator valve, the second regulator valve, and the oxygen sensor. |
| US12012583B2 |
Six-sample universal mechanical stimulation device for soft tissue
A bioreactor configured for stimulation of a plurality of samples includes a well plate containing a plurality of chambers and a cover placed over the well plate. A plurality of fixed arms are located in the cover, each chamber of the plurality of chambers having a fixed arm located therein. A plurality of moving arms are located in the cover, each chamber of the plurality of chambers having a moving arm located therein. The moving arm and fixed arm of each chamber hold a sample therebetween. A moving arm shaft is located in the cover, and is operably connected to the plurality of moving arms. An electrical motor is located outside of the cover and is operably connected to the moving arm shaft. The electrical motor is configured to drive movement of the plurality of moving arms relative to the plurality of fixed arms via the moving arm shaft. |
| US12012579B2 |
Heat exchanger system with flexible bag
A bag assembly for use with a heat exchanger includes a flexible bag having of one or more sheets of polymeric material, the bag having a first end that bounds a first compartment and an opposing second end that bounds a second compartment, a support structure being disposed between the first compartment and the second compartment so that the first compartment is separated and isolated from the second compartment. A first inlet port, a first outlet port, and a first drain port are coupled with the flexible bag so as to communicate with the first compartment. A second inlet port, a second outlet port, and a second drain port are coupled with the flexible bag so as to communicate with the second compartment. |
| US12012578B2 |
Cell printing utilizing recirculating fluid flows
One aspect of the invention provides a system for dispensing and printing cells and particles. The system includes: (a) a flow confinement device; (b) a controller configured to generate a confined liquid volume outside the flow confinement device, wherein the confined liquid volume or materials contained in the confined liquid volume can be released to the environment by confined, modulated, and non-confined flow modes in arbitrary sequence and for arbitrary periods of time by said controller; (c) one or more liquids containing cells or cell constituents supplied into the confined liquid volume through the flow confinement device; (d) a substrate; and (e) a system configured to position the flow confinement device in 3D space and, therefore, the confined liquid volume to be positioned relative to the substrate, such that the confined liquid volume and contents, can interact with the substrate. |
| US12012577B1 |
System and method for continuous growth of fungal material
A system and method adapted for continuous growth and harvesting of fungal fruiting bodies. The system includes a growth chamber, one or more mycelium feed assemblies, a nutrient reservoir with liquid media, one or more environmental controls to control an environment within the growth chamber and of the liquid media within the nutrient reservoir. One or more mycelium feed assemblies are arranged within the growth chamber. Each of the one or more mycelium feed assemblies includes a nutrient supply member and a mycelium colony which grows around the nutrient supply member, that continuously supplies liquid media to the mycelium colony. The method includes starting one or more mycelium colonies on the nutrient supply member, establishing that a mature colony has formed, and then maintaining the mature mycelium colony by continuous delivery of liquid medium to the mycelium colony, thus allowing for contiguous generation and harvesting of fungal fruiting bodies. |
| US12012576B2 |
Liquor flavor infuser
A device for infusing flavor into liquids fits and seals to the neck of a bottle. The device has an infusing chamber that is selectively in fluid communication with the liquid in the bottle. The infusing chamber holds a replaceable infusing material that partially dissolves and infuses flavor as liquid passes over it. A check ball selectively separates the infusing chamber from the liquid in the bottle to prevent any infused liquid from returning to the bottle. The device has a passage for makeup air to enter the bottle as infused liquid is dispensed. The infusing material is replaceable by accessing the infusing chamber. |
| US12012573B2 |
Cleaning compositions and uses thereof
The present invention relates to compositions such as cleaning compositions comprising a mix of enzymes, in particular a dispersin and a protease. The invention further relates to use of compositions comprising such enzymes in cleaning processes. |
| US12012570B2 |
Acetate compounds useful as odorants
The present invention refers to acetates possessing woody creamy sandalwood olfactory properties. The invention further refers to fragrance compositions and consumer products comprising them. |
| US12012569B2 |
Low viscosity functional fluid composition
This invention relates to a functional fluid, comprising (A) from 70 to 90, preferably 75-87 wt.-% of alkoxy glycol according to formula (I) CH3—O—(CH2—CH2—O)n—H wherein n is a number from 2 to 5, with the proviso that in at least 30 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (I) n is 3, and that 15 to 65 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (I) have n=4 or 5, and (B) less than 1.0 wt.-% of alkoxy glycol according to formula (II) R1—O—(CH2—CH2—O)m—H wherein R1 is a C2 to C8 alkyl residue, m is a number from 2 to 6, (C) from 8 to 25, preferably 12-23 wt.-% of at least one compound according to formula (III) H—O—(CH2—CH2—O)k—H wherein k is a number of 2 or higher, with the proviso that in at least 80 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (III) k is 2 or 3, (D) at least one additive, selected from the group consisting of corrosion inhibitors, alkalinity agents, aging protection agents, defoamers and lubricants, the lubricants being selected from the group consisting of propylene oxide containing alkylene oxide polymers that are optionally substituted with a C1 to C4 alkyl group, triglycerides, castor oil, ricinoleic acid, and ethoxylates of castor oil or ricinoleic acid, and mixtures thereof, the fluid comprising at most 3 wt.-% of an ester between boric acid and a glycol or alkylpolyglycol compound. |
| US12012568B2 |
Low viscosity functional fluid composition
This invention relates to a functional fluid, comprising: (A) from 50 to 85 wt.-% of alkoxy glycol according to formula (I): CH3—O—(CH2—CH2—O)n—H, wherein n is a number from 2 to 5, with the proviso that in at least 30 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (I), n is 3, and (B) from 1 to 20 wt.-% of alkoxy glycol according to formula (II): R1—O—(CH2—CH2—O)m—H, wherein R1 is a C2 to C8 alkyl residue, m is a number from 2 to 6, with the proviso that in at least 65 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (II), m is 3, and (C) from 6 to 35 wt.-% of at least one compound according to formula (III): H—O—(CH2—CH2—O)k—H, wherein k is a number of 2 or higher, with the proviso that in at least 80 wt.-% of all compounds according to formula (III), k is 2 or 3, (D) at least one additive. |
| US12012565B2 |
Wax anti-settling additive composition for use in diesel fuels
A composition comprising at least one fuel that is a diesel fuel, a biodiesel fuel, or combinations thereof and less than 100 ppm, less than 50 ppm (or less than 25 ppm, less than 10 ppm, 1 to 7 ppm, or 5 to 7 ppm) of an alkylene-coupled C10 to C60 (or C10 to C40, C14 to C32 or C24 to C28) alkylphenol; 25 to 500 ppm (or 50 to 500 ppm, or 150 to 450 ppm or 250 to 450 ppm, or 250 to 400 ppm) of a terpolymer; and 5 to 90 ppm, (or 10 to 70 ppm, to 60 ppm, or 10 to 55 ppm) of hydrocarbyl-substituted amine detergent having at least one tertiary amino group.Methods of reducing the cold filter plugging point (“CFPP”) of a fuel, said method comprising adding the following components: less than 100 ppm, less than 50 ppm (or less than 25 ppm; less than 10 ppm, 1 to 7 ppm, or 5 to 7 ppm) of an alkylene-coupled C10 to C60 (or C10 to C40, C14 to C32 or C24 to C28) alkylphenol; 25 to 500 ppm (or 50 to 500 ppm, or 150 to 450 ppm or 250 to 450 ppm, or 250 to 400 ppm) of a terpolymer; and 5 to 90 ppm, (or 10 to 70 ppm, to 60 ppm, or 10 to 55 ppm) of hydrocarbyl-substituted amine detergent having at least one tertiary amino group.Uses of a fuel additive composition to reduce the cold filter plugging point (“CFPP”) of a fuel, wherein the fuel additive composition comprises: 0.2 to 3 wt % of an alkylene-coupled C10 to C60 (or C10 to C40, C14 to C32 or C24 to C28) alkylphenol; 10 to 50 wt % of a terpolymer; and 2 to 10 wt % of hydrocarbyl-substituted amine detergent having at least one tertiary amino group; and an optional solvent. |
| US12012564B2 |
Mannich-based quaternary ammonium salt fuel additives
The present disclosure provides fuel additives including Mannich-based quaternary ammonium salt additives, fuel compositions including such additives, and Methods of improving performance of fuel injector using such additives. |
| US12012563B2 |
Cracking furnace system and method for cracking hydrocarbon feedstock therein
Cracking furnace system for converting a hydrocarbon feedstock into cracked gas comprising a convection section, a radiant section and a cooling section, wherein the convection section includes a plurality of convection banks, including a first high temperature coil, configured to receive and preheat hydrocarbon feedstock, wherein the radiant section includes a firebox comprising at least one radiant coil configured to heat up the feedstock to a temperature allowing a pyrolysis reaction, wherein the cooling section includes at least one transfer line exchanger. |
| US12012557B2 |
Start-up method for contacting a feed stream with fluidized catalyst
A start-up method for contacting a feed stream with fluidized catalyst is disclosed. The start-up method comprises reacting a feed stream over a catalyst to produce a gas stream and spent catalyst. The gas stream is separated from the spent catalyst. The separated gas stream is passed to a compressor. The operating condition associated with the compressor is measured. Based on the measured operating condition associated with the compressor, one or both of a supplemental hydrocarbon stream and a supplemental hydrogen gas stream is provided to the compressor to meet a predetermined operating condition associated with the compressor. |
| US12012548B2 |
Materials and methods for recovering oil from oil sands
The present invention provides environmentally-friendly compositions and methods for recovering oil from oil sands. The present invention can also be used for reducing the viscosity and/or increasing the API gravity of oil. In specific embodiments, the invention utilizes compositions comprising biochemical-producing microorganisms and microbial growth by-products, such as biosurfactants, as well as cavitation, to enhance oil recovery. |
| US12012543B2 |
Composite material
The present application provides a composite material and a method for producing the same. The present application can provide a composite material having excellent other necessary properties such as impact resistance or processability, as well as excellent heat conduction characteristics as a tight heat transfer network is formed therein by an anisotropic heat-conductive filler. |
| US12012540B2 |
Compositions and methods for selectively etching silicon nitride films
The invention relates to compositions and methods for the selective wet etching of a surface of a microelectronic device that contains both silicon nitride (SiN) and polysilicon. An etching composition as described comprises phosphoric acid, certain polysilicon corrosion inhibitors, along with certain silanes. The combination of the two components was found to greatly improve the selectivity of the silicon nitride etching composition in the presence of polysilicon. |
| US12012539B2 |
Quantum dot layer and manufacturing method thereof, quantum dot color filter, color filter substrate, display panel, and display device
The present disclosure relates to a manufacturing method of a quantum dot layer, a quantum dot color filter, a color filter substrate, a display panel, and a display device. The manufacturing method includes: performing lyophobic treatment on a first specified region of a first transparent layer, the first transparent layer including regions corresponding to a plurality of pixel regions, each pixel region of the plurality of pixel regions comprising a first subpixel region and a region other than the first subpixel region, the first specified region corresponding to the region other than the first subpixel region; and preparing a lyophilic first quantum dot solution on the first transparent layer to form a first quantum dot sublayer in a region that corresponds to the first subpixel region and is not subjected to the lyophobic. |
| US12012537B2 |
Method of fluorescent nanodiamonds production
The present invention relates to a fluorescent nanodiamond preparing method including a first operation of preparing nanodiamonds having an average particle diameter of 10 nm or less, a second operation of implanting plasma ions into the nanodiamonds, a third operation of heat-treating the nanodiamonds implanted with the plasma ions under a vacuum or inert gas atmosphere, a fourth operation of oxygen treatment of the heat-treated nanodiamonds under a gas atmosphere including oxygen to oxidize the surfaces of the nanodiamonds, a fifth operation of acid-treating the oxygen-treated nanodiamonds, a sixth operation of centrifuging and cleaning the acid-treated nanodiamonds, and a seventh operation of drying the cleaned nanodiamonds, wherein, in the second operation, the plasma ions are implanted at an incident ion dose of 1013 ions/cm2 or more and 1020 ions/cm2 or less. |
| US12012535B2 |
Adhesive composition, adhesive film comprising same, backplate film comprising adhesive film, and plastic organic light emitting display comprising adhesive film
An adhesive composition, an adhesive film comprising the same, a backplate film comprising the adhesive film, and a plastic organic light emitting display comprising the adhesive film are provided. The adhesive composition includes a (meth)acrylate-based resin, and a polymer having a melting temperature (Tm) of 53° C. or higher, wherein the polymer is a copolymer of a monofunctional polysiloxane and one type of monomer. |
| US12012531B2 |
Polyester polyol-based adhesives on the basis of furandicarboxylic acid obtained from renewable raw materials
The present invention relates to adhesives which contain a polyester polyol on the basis of furandicarboxylic acid obtained from renewable raw materials, and to a method for bonding substrates, in particular film-like substrates, using said adhesive. |
| US12012528B2 |
Resin material, aqueous solution, and adhesive
The present invention provides a resin material that comprises an ethylene-modified vinyl alcohol polymer as a main component, and that excels in hue, water solubility, and aqueous-solution viscosity stability. The present invention also provides an aqueous solution and an adhesive comprising such a resin material. The present invention relates to a resin material comprising an ethylene-modified vinyl alcohol polymer and sodium acetate, wherein: the ethylene-modified vinyl alcohol polymer has an ethylene unit content of 1 mol % or more and less than 15 mol %, a viscosity-average degree of polymerization of 200 or more and less than 3,000, and a degree of saponification of 80 mol % or more and less than 99.9 mol %, and comprises 0.0005 mol % or more and 0.10 mol % or less of a propyl group at one end of the polymer, and the sodium acetate content is 0.05 mass % or more and less than 2 mass %. |
| US12012527B2 |
Polyolefin-based hot melt adhesive composition
A polyolefin-based hot melt adhesive composition made from or containing (A) 25-75 wt. % of a copolymer of butene-1 with a Melt Flow Rate, measured according to ISO 1133 (190° C., 2.16 kg), higher than 1500; and (B) 75-25 wt. % of at least one additional component selected from the group consisting of waxes, resins, plasticizers, additional polymers and mixtures thereof, wherein the amounts of A) and B) are referred to the total weight of A)+B). |
| US12012525B2 |
Composition for etching and manufacturing method of semiconductor device using the same
The present invention relates to a composition for etching, comprising a first inorganic acid, a first additive represented by Chemical Formula 1, and a solvent.The composition for etching is a high-selectivity composition that can selectively remove a nitride film while minimizing the etch rate of an oxide film, and which does not have problems such as particle generation, which adversely affect the device characteristics. |
| US12012523B2 |
Conductive film formation composition and method for manufacturing conductive film
A composition for forming a conductive film contains flat metal particles and a resin. The flat metal particles each have a metal oxide layer in the surface portion thereof. The flat metal particles have a ratio of the thickness of the metal oxide layer to the thickness of the flat metal particle of from 0.010 to 0.300. The thickness of the metal oxide layer is from 0.010 μm to 2.000 μm. In the method for manufacturing a conductive film, a composition for forming a conductive film is used, the composition containing flat metal particles and a resin. The composition for forming a conductive film is applied to a base material to form a coating film, and then the coating film is irradiated with light to sinter the coating film, thereby obtaining a conductive film. The flat metal particles each have a metal oxide layer in the surface portion thereof. |
| US12012521B2 |
Polymer mixture, multilayer article containing the same, and process of preparing the multilayer article
A novel polymer mixture having fast drying time, and good tensile strength and elongation at break properties, a multilayer article comprising a base layer made from the polymer mixture and a top layer, and a method of preparing the multilayer article. |
| US12012513B2 |
Blends of polyesters and polysaccharides
A polyester composition comprising at least one polyester selected from the group consisting of poly(trimethylene terephthalate), polyethylene terephthalate, polybutylene terephthalate, and copolymers thereof; and at least one poly alpha-1,3-glucan ester having a degree of substitution of from about 0.3 to 3 moles of at least one acyl group per repeat unit of poly alpha-1,3-glucan. Articles prepared from these polyester compositions exhibit at least one improved physical property such as heat deflection temperature, tensile strength, Young's modulus, or impact strength. Such polyester compositions may also be prepared from renewable resources. |
| US12012512B2 |
Abrasion resistance fiber
An abrasion resistance fiber includes 90.0 parts by weight to 99.0 parts by weight of a fiber body, 0.5 parts by weight to 7.5 parts by weight of an abrasion agent, 0.1 parts by weight to 0.5 parts by weight of a paraffin-based lubricant, and 0.1 parts by weight to 0.3 parts by weight of an antioxidant. The fiber body includes polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The abrasion agent is attached to a surface of the fiber body and includes silicon dioxide aerogels. |
| US12012509B2 |
Photocurable composition and cured material thereof
The present invention provides a photocurable composition containing an ultraviolet absorber, which yields a cured material thereof having a high cutting capability against ultraviolet rays from the outside, a low yellow index, and colorlessness and transparency, both immediately after preparing the same and after a lapse of time of being left in a severe environment such as a high-temperature and high-humidity environment, an environment exposed to water or light, and the like. The present invention relates to a sheet-shaped photocurable composition including the following components (A) to (E): a component (A): a (meth)acrylate compound; a component (B): a film forming resin; a component (C): a photoinitiator; a component (D): a compound having a specific skeleton structure; a component (E): a compound having a specific group in the molecule. |
| US12012507B2 |
Thermoplastic elastomer composition and automobile weather strip
Provided is a thermoplastic elastomer composition obtained by melt-kneading an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated polyene copolymer rubber (A) that is a copolymer of ethylene, an α-olefin having 3 to 20 carbon atoms, and a non-conjugated polyene, a polyolefin resin (B), and a mineral oil-based softening agent (C) in the presence of an organic peroxide (D) and a crosslinking aid (E), the thermoplastic elastomer composition having a shear viscosity of from 5 Pa·s to 20 Pa·s at 140° C. and 10,000 s−1. |
| US12012506B1 |
Antistatic plastic and method of forming the same
A method of forming an antistatic plastic includes providing a mixture containing 10 parts by weight of crystalline silicon particles, 1 to 30 parts by weight of an encapsulant, and 0.5 to 25 parts by weight of a backsheet material. The mixture is compounded to form an antistatic plastic, wherein the encapsulant is different from the backsheet material. |
| US12012505B2 |
Polyolefin composition
A polyolefin composition made from or containing: A) 5-35% by weight of a propylene ethylene copolymer; B) 20-50% by weight of an ethylene homopolymer; and C) 30-60% by weight of a terpolymer of ethylene, propylene and 1-butene derived units. |
| US12012503B2 |
Impact-modified biodegradable polymer compositions
A polymer composition containing cellulose acetate in combination with one or more impact modifiers is described. The polymer composition can also contain a plasticizer and a bio-based polymer in addition to the cellulose acetate. The polymer composition is formulated so as to have properties similar to petroleum-based polymers for producing, for example, single-use biodegradable articles. |
| US12012500B2 |
Low free 2-mercaptoethanol ester and uses thereof
A novel Low Free 2-MercaptoEthanol Ester has been used to prepare Alkyl Tin Reverse Ester Stabilizers as well as used to enhance the thermal performance of those Alkyl Tin Reverse Ester Stabilizers or Alkyl Tin Thioglycolate Stabilizers or Alkyl Tin Mercaptides for PVC applications where odor during PVC compounding, processing, or of the final PVC article has prevented widespread use of Alkyl Tin Reverse Ester Stabilizers. |
| US12012499B2 |
Cyclohexane triester-based plasticizer composition and resin composition including the same
The present disclosure relates to a plasticizer composition characterized in having alkyl groups derived from an isomer mixture of hexyl alcohol with the degree of branching of less than 2.0 as a cyclohexane triester. When the plasticizer composition is applied to a resin, stress resistance and mechanical properties may be maintained to equal or better levels, migration and loss properties and plasticization efficiency may keep balance, and light resistance and heat resistance may be markedly improved. |
| US12012496B2 |
Method for the manufacture of a colored polymer composition
Method for the manufacture of a colored polymer composition comprising a polymer, a release agent and a colorant, the method comprising the steps of feeding a solid form of a release agent composition comprising said release agent and said colorant to a feed section of a melt mixing device, feeding said polymer to said melt mixing device and mixing said release agent composition and said polymer in said melt mixing device at a temperature above the melting temperature of said polymer, wherein—said colorant is a pigment, or a dye which is soluble in said release agent, —said polymer comprises or consists of polycarbonate, —the release agent is selected from the group consisting of penta-erythritol tetra stearate, glycerol monostearate, glycerol tristearate and mixtures thereof. |
| US12012492B2 |
Multiblock copolymer films, methods of making same, and uses thereof
A method for forming an isoporous graded film comprising multiblock copolymers and isoporous graded films. The films have a surface layer and a bulk layer. The surface layer can have at least 1×1014 pores/m2 and a pore size distribution (dmax/dmin)) of less than 3. The bulk layer has an asymmetric structure. The films can be used in filtration applications. |
| US12012490B2 |
Composition and heat radiation sheet manufactured therefrom
A composition having excellent thermal conductivity and insulating properties and easy of handling includes a thermally conductive filler, a plasticizer, acrylic acid, and an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer. A heat radiation sheet manufactured from the composition is also provided. |
| US12012489B2 |
Mineral wool insulation
Mineral wool insulation products are provided. The mineral wool insulation includes a plurality of mineral wool fibers and a wax emulsion applied to the mineral wool fibers. The wax emulsion imparts excellent water resistance and thermal performance properties to the mineral wool insulation. |
| US12012486B2 |
System and method for a semi-continuous process for producing polysilazanes
The present invention provides for a system comprising a static reactor vessel which requires no moving parts, and adapted for precise control of reaction processing parameters including temperature, pressure, and flow rate; a mechanism for settling of the product phase from the salt ammonia phase and removing a significant portion of the ammonium chloride waste material; a method for recovering essentially all of the process ammonia and a method for maintaining a reaction environment which is suitably ionic/acidic. |
| US12012483B2 |
Cross-linked radiopaque bioresorbable polymers and devices made therefrom
The present application provides polymer materials having the desired properties for implantation into a human or animal body, in particular, biocompatibility, biodegradability, radiopacity and mechanical properties. Methods of making such polymer materials, compositions or devices comprising such polymer materials, and uses of such polymer materials, compositions and devices are also disclosed. |
| US12012478B2 |
Carbon nanotube-functionalized reverse thermal gel and methods of forming and using same
Polymers suitable for forming carbon nanotube-functionalized reverse thermal gel compositions, compositions including the polymers, and methods of forming and using the polymers and compositions are disclosed. The compositions have reverse thermal gelling properties and transform from a liquid/solution to a gel—e.g., near or below body temperature. The polymers and compositions can be injected into or proximate an area in need of treatment. |
| US12012475B2 |
Method of olefin polymerization using alkane-soluble non-metallocene precatalyst
A method of polymerizing an olefin monomer to make a polyolefin composition comprising a polyolefin polymer, the method comprising contacting a solution of an alkane-soluble non-metallocene precatalyst dissolved in an alkane solvent with an activator so as to make a trim catalyst comprising an alkane-soluble non-metallocene catalyst, feeding the trim catalyst, as a solution in an alkane solvent or supported on a support material as a dry powder or a slurry thereof in an alkane solvent, into a polymerization reactor, and polymerizing the olefin monomer with the trim catalyst in the polymerization reactor, thereby making the polyolefin composition. |
| US12012474B2 |
Composite material and molded composite material
A composite material obtained by impregnating a fibrous filler to which a hydrocarbon-based resin is attached with a polymerizable composition containing a cycloolefin monomer and a metathesis polymerization catalyst is provided. According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a composite material which has no impregnation unevenness and can give a composite material molded article having excellent strength. |
| US12012472B2 |
Unimodal polyethylene copolymer and film thereof
A unimodal ethylene-co-1-hexene copolymer that, when in melted form at 190 degrees Celsius, is characterized by a unique melt property space defined by combination of melt elasticity and complex viscosity ratio (shear thinning) properties. A blown film consisting essentially of the unimodal ethylene-co-1-hexene copolymer. A method of synthesizing the unimodal ethylene-co-hexene copolymer. A method of making the blown film. A manufactured article comprising the unimodal ethylene-co-1-hexene copolymer. |
| US12012468B2 |
Cyclic polypeptides for PCSK9 inhibition
Provided herein are cyclic polypeptide compounds that can, e.g., bind specifically to human proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) and optionally also inhibit interaction between human PCSK9 and human low density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR), and pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more of these compounds. Also provided are methods of reducing LDL cholesterol level in a subject in need thereof that include administering to the subject one or more of the cyclic polypeptide compounds or a pharmaceutical composition provided herein. |
| US12012450B2 |
Anti-NKG2A antibodies and compositions
This invention relates to anti-NKG2A antibodies and methods of using them in enhancing immunity in a patient in need thereof and in treating cancer. |
| US12012448B2 |
High concentration anti-C5 antibody formulations
The present disclosure relates to stable aqueous solutions comprising a high concentration of an anti-05 antibody (e.g., ravulizumab) and methods for preparing the solutions. The disclosure also provides methods for treating or preventing complement-associated disorders, such as paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS), using the solutions. Also featured were therapeutic kits containing one or more of the solutions and a means for administering the solutions to a patient in need such a treatment. |
| US12012443B2 |
Immunomodulatory fusion proteins and uses thereof
Described herein are immunomodulatory fusion proteins containing an extracellular binding domain and an intracellular signaling domain, wherein binding of a target can generate a modulatory signal in a host cell, such as a T cell. Some immunomodulatory fusion proteins as described comprise a SIRPα extracellular component and hydrophobic and intracellular components comprising transmembrane and/or signaling domains of a CD28, respectively. Such fusion proteins are capable of delivering a positive or costimulatory signal in response to a binding event that in a natural setting would result in an inhibitory signal. Uses of immune cells expressing such immunomodulatory fusion proteins to treat certain diseases, such as cancer or infectious disease, are also described. |
| US12012441B2 |
Engineered human IL-21 cytokines and methods for using the same
Orthogonal IL-21 receptors and orthogonal IL-21 cytokines are described. The IL-21 receptor-cytokine pairs may include an orthogonal interleukin-21 receptor α chain (“ortho-IL-21Rα”) that has impaired binding to native interleukin-21 cytokine (“IL-21”) and an orthogonal IL-21 cytokine (“ortho-IL-21”) that has impaired binding to native IL-21Rα, wherein the ortho-IL-21Rα binds to the ortho-IL-21. The IL-21 receptor-cytokine pair may activate IL-21 signaling. Cells engineered to express the orthogonal IL-21 receptors are also described, as well as methods for using such cells for treatment of various diseases and disorders. |
| US12012433B1 |
Expression and purification of Cas enzymes
Described herein are methods for the expression and purification of Cas13a and methods for detecting target RNA using Cas13a. |
| US12012423B1 |
Multivariate carboxylate derivatized phenyl-based metal-organic frameworks
A composition having the structure of formula I: [R—Ar—(COOH)2]x[Ar—(COOH)3]2-xM32+ (I) is provided where M is Mn, Cu, Co, Fe, Zn, Cd, Ni, or Pt; R is a bromine, nitro, a primary amine, C1-C4 alkyl secondary amine, C1-C4 alkyl oxy, Br—(C1-C4 alkyl), NO2—(C1-C4 alkyl), a mercaptan, and reaction products of any of the aforementioned with acyl chlorides of the formulas: CH3(CH2)mC(O)Cl, or CH3(CH(C1-C4 alkyl)CH2)mC(O)Cl, or CH3(CH2)m-Ph-(CH2)pC(O)Cl, where Ph is a C6 phenyl or C6 phenyl with one or more hydrogens replaced with F, C1-C4 fluoroalkyl, or C1-C4 perfluoroalkyl; m is independently in each occurrence an integer of 0 to 12 inclusive; p is an integer of 0 to 36 inclusive, to form an amide, a thioamide, or an ester; Ar is a 1,3,5-modified phenyl, and 1.4>x>0. A process of synthesis thereof and the use to chemically modify a gaseous reactant are also provided. |
| US12012419B2 |
Heterocyclic compound
The present invention aims to provide a compound that may be useful for the prophylaxis or treatment of constipation and the like. The present invention provides a compound represented by the formula (I): wherein each symbol is as described in the specification, or a salt thereof. |
| US12012418B2 |
Aryl receptor modulators and methods of making and using the same
The present invention is generally directed towards compounds capable of binding the aryl hydrocarbon receptor and modulating its activity, methods of treating inflammatory conditions such as Crohn's disease using such compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds. Also provided are methods of increasing levels of IL-22 in a subject and/or decreasing levels of IFN-γ in a subject. |
| US12012417B2 |
N-substituted tetrahydrothienopyridine derivatives and uses thereof
A compound of Formula (I) is provided that has been shown to be useful for treating a disease caused by a viral infection: (I) wherein R1, R2, R3, A, L, m, n, p and q are as defined herein. |
| US12012414B1 |
Imidazo[1,5-a]pyrido[4,3-e]pyrimidines as CK2 inhibitors
Novel imidazo[1,5-a]pyrido[4,3-e]pyrimidine compounds, a method of synthesizing said compounds, a pharmaceutical composition comprising said compounds and a suitable carrier, and a method of using the compounds. The imidazo[1,5-a]pyrido[4,3-e]pyrimidine compounds, identified as CK2 inhibitors, are useful as anticancer and/or antitumor agents, and as agents for treating other kinase-associated conditions including inflammation, pain, and certain immunological disorders, and other types of diseases such as diabetes, viral infection, neurodegenerative diseases. |
| US12012410B2 |
Substituted pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrazines for spinal muscular atrophy
A prophylactic or therapeutic agent for spinal muscular atrophy according to the present invention includes a compound represented by the formula (I) or a salt thereof: the variables are described herein. |
| US12012409B2 |
Bicyclic heterocycles as FGFR inhibitors
The present disclosure relates to bicyclic heterocycles, and pharmaceutical compositions of the same, that are inhibitors of the FGFR enzyme and are useful in the treatment of FGFR-associated diseases such as cancer. |
| US12012408B2 |
Purine compounds and method for the treatment of cancer
The present disclosure relates to novel compound of Formula I, (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof; wherein Ra, Rb, Rc, Rd, ring A and ring B are as defined herein, pharmaceutical compositions containing same and methods for the treatment of cancer using same. |
| US12012403B2 |
Aryl sulfonyl compounds as CCR6 inhibitors
Compounds of formula (I) are provided which are useful in the treatment of diseases or conditions modulated at least in part by CCR6: |
| US12012402B2 |
Pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidin-7-ones and related compounds as inhibitors of protein kinases
Identified compounds demonstrate protein kinase inhibitory activity. More specifically, the compounds are demonstrated to inhibit receptor interacting kinase 2 (RIPK2) and/or Activin-like kinase 2 (ALK2). Compounds that are either dual RIPK2/ALK2 inhibitors or that preferentially inhibit RIPK2 or ALK2 could provide therapeutic benefit. |
| US12012399B2 |
Microbiocidal quinoline dihydro-(thiazine)oxazine derivatives
Compounds of formula (I), wherein the substituents are as defined in claim 1. Furthermore, the present invention relates to agrochemical compositions which comprise compounds or compositions in agriculture or horticulture for combating, preventing or controlling infestation of plants, harvested food crops, seeds or non-living materials by phytopathogenic microorganisms, in particular fungi. |
| US12012397B2 |
Sulphonyl urea derivatives as NLRP3 inflammasome modulators
The present disclosure relates to compounds of Formula (I): and to their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, pharmaceutical compositions, methods of use, and methods for their preparation. The compounds disclosed herein are useful for inhibiting the maturation of cytokines of the IL-1 family by inhibiting inflammasomes and may be used in the treatment of disorders in which inflammasome activity is implicated, such as inflammatory, autoinflammatory and autoimmune diseases and cancers. |
| US12012392B2 |
Sulfonamide carboxamide compounds
The present invention relates to sulfonylureas and sulfonylthioureas comprising as-membered nitrogen-containing heteroaryl ring attached to the sulfonyl group, wherein the heteroaryl ring is substituted with at least one group containing an oxygen atom, and wherein said oxygen atom is attached to the heteroaryl ring via at least two other atoms. The present invention further relates to salts, solvates and prodrugs of such compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and to the use of such compounds in the treatment and prevention of medical disorders and diseases, most especially by the inhibition of NLRP3. |
| US12012389B2 |
Compound, material for organic electroluminescent element, organic electroluminescent element, and electronic device
A compound represented by the following formula (1): The R1 to R9, L1 to L3, and Ar1 to Ar2 in the formula (1) are as defined in the description. An organic electroluminescence device contains the compound, and an electronic instrument includes the organic electroluminescence device. |
| US12012387B2 |
Triazine compound and use thereof
The present invention relates to a triazine compound and a use thereof. Specifically, the amphipathic triazine compound according to the present invention has a strong anti-bacterial effect and anti-inflammatory effect, while being excellently effective for preventing, alleviating, or treating an allergy. Also, the triazine compound according to the present invention is expected to be usefully utilized as a compound for external application on the skin, which is not toxic and can be safely used on the skin. |
| US12012380B1 |
Neuroplastogens and non-hallucinogenic serotonin 5-HT2A receptor modulators
Hallucinogenic and non-hallucinogenic serotonin receptor agonists are disclosed herein in addition to methods of making and using the same. |
| US12012377B2 |
Method and system for producing one or more olefins and one or more carboxylic acids
The invention relates to a method for producing one or more olefins and one or more carboxylic acids, in which one or more paraffins is or are subjected to an oxidative dehydrogenation. For the oxidative dehydrogenation, a reactor (10) having a plurality of reaction zones (11, 12, 13) is used, a gas mixture comprising the one or more paraffins is successively passed through the reaction zones (11, 12, 13), and at least two of the reaction zones (11, 12, 13) are subject to varying temperature influences. The invention also relates to a corresponding system (100). |
| US12012375B2 |
Prostaglandin F2 alpha derivatives for decreasing intraocular pressure
The invention relates to clinical chemistry, in particular, to new biologically active compounds—amide derivatives of prostaglandin F2α. These compounds have low cytotoxicity and are capable of stimulating formation of endogenous nitrogen oxide in mammal cells. Synthesis of such compounds promotes expansion of nomenclature of biologically active derivatives of prostaglandin F2α capable of reducing intraocular pressure. |
| US12012372B2 |
Process and plant for the synthesis of urea
A process for synthesis of urea from ammonia and carbon dioxide wherein: the urea synthesis is performed with a stripping process in a synthesis loop including at least a reactor (1), a stripper (2) and a condenser (3); the reactor effluent is treated in the stripper to remove unreacted ammonia and carbon dioxide; the urea solution (14) from the stripper is sent to a low-pressure recovery section (4); the stripper vapours are split into a first portion (151) directed to the reactor and a second portion (152) sent to the condenser; the condenser (3) is a shell-and-tube kettle condenser where condensation of stripper vapours is performed in the tube side (30); a carbamate-containing effluent (20) from the condenser is returned to the reactor. |
| US12012371B2 |
Process of preparing alcohols
A process can produce alcohols having at least two carbon atoms by catalytic conversion of synthesis gas into a mixture containing alkanes, alkenes, and alcohols. Alkenes are converted into corresponding alcohols in a subsequent step by hydration of the alkanes. Before the hydration and after the catalytic conversion, gas and liquid phases may be separated. Specific catalysts can be employed that have a markedly higher selectivity for alkenes than for alkanes. These catalysts comprise grains of non-graphitic carbon having cobalt nanoparticles dispersed therein. The cobalt nanoparticles have an average diameter dp from 1 to 20 nm, and an average distance D between nanoparticles is from 2 to 150 nm. The combined total mass fraction of metal ω in the grains ranges from 30% to 70% by weight of the total mass of the grains of non-graphitic carbon, wherein 4.5 dp/ω>D≥0.25 dp/ω. |
| US12012369B2 |
Antimicrobial phenolic fatty acid-based epoxy curing agents for epoxies
Compositions containing at least one compound of formula I where R1 is a phenolic compound (e.g., simple phenol, creosote, thymol, or carvacrol), and where R2 is a polyamine (e.g., ethylenediamine (EDA), diethylenetriamine (DETA), triethylenetetramine (TETA), tetraethylenepentamine (TEPA), hexamethylenediamine (HDA)); and optionally a carrier; the compositions may additionally contain at least one epoxy resin. Methods for killing microorganisms involving contacting the microorganisms with an effective microorganism killing amount of the above composition. Compositions containing at least one compound produced by a method involving reacting phenolic-branched chain fatty acid methyl ester with at least one polyamine. |
| US12012367B2 |
Method for converting a gas comprising carbon monoxide into methane by means of a catalytic material containing praseodymium and nickel on alumina
The invention relates to a method for converting a gas into methane (CH4) which includes: a step of activating a catalytic material including praseodymium oxide (Pr6O11) associated with nickel oxide (NiO) and alumina (Al2O3), the respective proportions of which are, relative to the total mass of these three compounds: Pr6O11: 1 wt % to 20 wt %, NiO: 1 wt % to 20 wt %, and Al2O3: 60 to 98 wt %; and a step of passing a gas including at least one carbon monoxide (CO) over the activated catalytic material. |
| US12012366B2 |
Agricultural compositions and methods for making and using the same
The disclosure relates to an agricultural composition comprising paraformaldehyde, a nitrification inhibitor, urea, an ammonia source, or a combination thereof and one or more reaction products prepared from paraformaldehyde, a nitrification inhibitor, urea, an ammonia source, and optionally a solvent, wherein the one or more reaction products is present in an amount of at least 20 wt. % of the total weight of the agricultural composition. Also discloses is a fertilizer composition comprising the agricultural composition and a nitrogen source. Further disclosed are processes for preparing an agricultural composition. |
| US12012361B2 |
Geopolymer cement
A geopolymer cement and a method of producing the same are provided. A geopolymer cement binder may be provided including a geopolymer precursor and magnesium oxide as an alkali activator. The geopolymer cement binder may be mixed with water using high shear mixing. |
| US12012360B2 |
Athermal glasses and athermal systems for infrared optics
Athermal glasses and athermal systems for infrared optical components and systems are disclosed. |
| US12012359B2 |
Glass
A glass of the present invention includes as a glass composition, in terms of mass %, 55% to 70% of SiO2, 15% to 25% of Al2O3, 1% to 5% of B2O3, 0% to 0.5% of Li2O+Na2O+K2O, 0% to 4% of MgO, 3% to 11% of CaO, 0% to 4% of SrO, and 0% to 11% of BaO, and has a strain point of more than 715° C. |
| US12012358B2 |
Method of applying coating liquid to an optical fiber
Provided herein is a method of and system for processing an optical fiber. The method includes the steps of drawing an optical fiber in a drawing direction along a process pathway through a coating chamber comprising an inlet and an outlet, and a coating liquid volume to coat the optical fiber; supplying the coating liquid through the inlet, the coating liquid exiting the coating chamber through the outlet; and recirculating to coating liquid exiting the coating chamber to the inlet. |
| US12012357B2 |
Ion exchange processes and chemically strengthened glass substrates resulting therefrom
A method of performing ion exchange of a thin, flexible glass substrate having an average thickness equal to or less than about 0.3 mm to chemically strengthen the glass substrate is disclosed. The chemically strengthened glass substrate comprises a first compressive stress layer having a first depth of layer, and a second compressive stress layer having a second depth of layer, the first and second stress layers being separated by a layer of tensile stress. A laminated article comprising the chemically strengthened glass substrate is also described. |
| US12012353B2 |
Method for controlling surface features on glass-ceramic articles and articles formed therefrom
A method for increasing the tactile feel of a glass-ceramic article includes (a) performing a first etching of a surface of the glass-ceramic article with a first etchant to create a plurality of features on the surface, wherein the first etchant comprises hydrofluoric acid and an inorganic fluoride salt, and the plurality of features comprises protrusions and recesses and (b) performing a second etching of the surface with a second etchant different from the first etchant to enlarge a distance between adjacent features of a same type, wherein the second etching occurs after the first etching, after the second etching an average distance between adjacent features of a same type is in a range from 0.5 μm to 20 μm and a density of features of the same type is in a range from 9,000 to 25,000 features/mm2, and a tactile feel of the surface after the second etching is greater than the tactile feel of the surface before the first etching. |
| US12012352B2 |
Mat and gypsum boards suitable for wet or humid areas
The invention relates to a fibrous mat facer for preparing a gypsum board, to a gypsum board comprising said mat facer and to a system comprising said gypsum board. The fibrous mat comprises at least one ply of a non-woven fabric, and a binder composition, wherein the binder composition represents from 10 to 40 wt % of the total weight of the mat. The binder composition comprises a copolymer comprising a co-monomer unit of a vinyl ester of an alpha branched aliphatic monocarboxylic acid, said copolymer being present in an amount from 25 to 100 wt % of the binder composition weight. |
| US12012348B2 |
Integrated device and treatment method for synchronous ecological treatment of domestic sewage and sludge
An integrated equipment and treatment method for synchronous ecological treatment of domestic sewage and sludge, the equipment includes a one-piece box-shaped main body divided into several tank compartments which includes an anaerobic tank, a sludge reduction and denitrification tank, an aerobic tank, a sedimentation tank, and a disinfection tank, an inlet pipe for sewage and sludge entrance and an outlet pipe for exit of effluent after treatment. The sludge reduction and denitrification tank is equipped with variable microporous aeration pipes, worm fillers and multi-functional water quality online detectors. The aerobic tank is equipped with aeration pipeline components and DO online detectors. The sewage and sludge are guided to passing through the different tank compartments in order for simultaneous sewage treatment and sludge reduction. The removal rate of total nitrogen is as high as 85%, and the simultaneous reduction effect of sludge can reach more than 60%. |
| US12012347B2 |
Cooling pond water treatment system
A method of increasing operational efficiency of a power plant includes determining an average rate of accumulation of scale-forming compounds in a cooling water source, directing water from the cooling water source having a first concentration of scale forming compounds through a treatment system to produce a treated water having a lower concentration of scale-forming components than the first concentration by operating the treatment system with operating parameters selected such that a rate of removal of the scale-forming components from the water in the treatment system is greater than the average rate of accumulation of the scale-forming components, directing the treated water back into the cooling water source, and circulating water including the treated water from the cooling water source through a cooling system of the power plant. |
| US12012343B2 |
Destruction of PFAS in the presence of silica
We have discovered that heating PFAS in the presence of silica resulted in destruction of over 90% of PFAS under surprisingly mild conditions. Experimental results are presented showing that the reaction occurs along with etching of the silica glass, presumably caused by HF created during the reaction or in previous reactions. The methods of destroying PFAS are especially effective for treating relatively concentrated solutions such as those commonly encountered in AFFF waste stock and cleanup near fire-fighting training sites, as well as concentrated waste solutions from industrial sites involving the manufacture or application of PFAS. |
| US12012335B2 |
Preparation method and working electrode application of 3D bundle-shaped multi-walled carbon nanotubes
3D bundle-shaped multi-walled carbon nanotubes and preparation method, includes the following steps: uniformly mixing bi-component alloy catalyst and transition metal in an inert gas environment in order to obtain a three-component nano-intermetallic alloy catalyst; disposing the intermetallic catalyst on the substrate; allowing hydrogen to flow through the substrate, and heating the substrate to a first temperature, and using the hydrogen to undergo a reduction of the intermetallic catalyst at the first temperature; applying a protective gas and a carbon source gas, heating the substrate to a second temperature, undergoing a reaction at the second temperature to generate the 3D bundle-shaped multi-walled carbon nanotubes, and collecting the 3D bundle-shaped multi-walled carbon nanotubes after annealing; wherein the second temperature is greater than or equal to the first temperature; a working electrode includes conductive drain material, a conductive bonding gent and a plurality of 3D bundle-shaped multi-walled carbon nanotubes. |
| US12012334B2 |
Method for removing ash from solid carbonaceous material
A method for removing ash from a solid carbon material: Reaction conditions are mild, and ash may be removed more effectively. The ash removing method comprises: S1) mixing an alkaline sub-molten salt medium and a solid carbonaceous material to be treated, heating so that alkali and ash in the solid carbonaceous material to be treated react in the alkaline sub-molten salt medium, and performing solid-liquid separation on a mixed slurry resulting from the reaction to obtain a first solid product and an alkali treatment solution, wherein in the alkaline sub-molten salt medium, the mass fraction of the alkali is greater than or equal to 50%; S2) using an acid solution to perform acid cleaning treatment on the first solid product, and performing solid-liquid separation again to obtain a second solid product and an acid cleaning solution. |
| US12012333B1 |
Methods and systems for adjusting inputs to a pyrolysis reactor to improve performance
Methods and systems are disclosed that monitor the carbon and hydrogen production of a pyrolysis reactor system and adjust one or more inputs to the reactor system to improve performance when one or both of the monitored carbon and hydrogen production falls outside of a target performance specification. In particular, the ratio of fuel to oxidant (“fuel/oxidant ratio”) supplied to a combustion chamber of the reactor system is adjusted to below a fuel/oxidant equivalence ratio range, defined as 0.9-1.1, when both carbon and hydrogen production falls below a target carbon and hydrogen specification, and adjusted above the fuel/oxidant equivalence ratio range when only the carbon production falls below a target carbon specification. The target specification can include a number of parameters including production rate, morphology (of carbon), and operating temperature. |
| US12012329B2 |
Carbyne-based sensing device for high spatial resolution in DNA sequencing and biomolecule characterization and method of fabricating the same
A method of fabricating a sensing device for DNA sequencing and biomolecule characterization including the steps of fabricating a microelectrode chip having a silicon substrate and a silicon nitride diaphragm, attaching a monolayer graphene sheet to the silicon nitride diaphragm, dicing a portion of the monolayer graphene sheet to form a graphene microribbon, converting the graphene microribbon to a graphene nanoribbon, and converting the graphene nanoribbon to a carbyne. A sensing device for DNA sequencing and biomolecule characterization is also disclosed. The sensing device includes a silicon substrate, a cavity in the silicon substrate covered by a silicon nitride layer, microelectrodes attached to the silicon nitride layer, graphene covering the microelectrodes, and carbyne attached to a portion of the silicon nitride layer covering said cavity. |
| US12012322B2 |
Working machine
A control system for use with a working machine is provided, the working machine including a machine body, and a load handling apparatus coupled to the machine body and moveable by a movement actuator with respect to the machine body, the working machine being configured for use with at least one electric energy storage module. The control system includes a controller configured to: receive or acquire information representative of an attribute of said electric energy storage module; determine permitted and/or prohibited operations of the working machine based on the received or acquired information; and issue an operations signal for use by at least one element of the working machine corresponding to the determined permitted and/or prohibited operations. |
| US12012311B2 |
Construction system
A system and method for construction of a framed structure which permits on-site storage and relocation of construction materials using trolleys and cranes supported by the framed structure. The system provides a runway surface for removable attachment of trolleys, crane bridges, and platforms by offsetting the first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam from a cross beam and where the first longitudinal beam, second longitudinal beam, and cross beam of the system provide components for the framed structure. |
| US12012309B2 |
Intuitive control of lifting equipment
An intuitive control system for lifting equipment is described. The intuitive control system translates user defined inputs into machine expressions of movement that are in turn used to control a construction lift or similar piece of construction equipment. Orientation and relative position sensors may be incorporated into the translation and control system for correct user control of the lifting equipment in various operating conditions. |
| US12012304B2 |
Pulley for guiding a belt for carrying a car and/or a counterweight of an elevator system
A pulley for guiding a belt for carrying a car and/or a counterweight of an elevator system has a plurality of peripheral, axially spaced channels for receiving ribs of the belt. Each of the channels has two opposing channel flanks for force transmission by frictional engagement with one of the ribs and a peripheral groove between the two channel flanks. A width of the groove is at least 25 percent of an axial spacing of the channels and at least 80 percent of a height of the channels. |
| US12012302B2 |
Communication system for transmitting safety information in an elevator system
According to an aspect, there is provided a communication system for transmitting safety information in an elevator system. The communication system comprises a first node; and a second node; wherein the first node is configured to receive first safety information from a first safety node via two parallel communication channels, to convert the received first safety information into a serial form for transmission in a first safety message over a single communication channel between the first node and the second node and to transmit the first safety message to the second node over the single communication channel; and the second node is configured to receive the first safety message and to convert the first safety information in the first safety message back into the parallel form for transmission via two parallel communication channels to a second safety node. |
| US12012300B2 |
Selectively deployable cable management device
A selectively deployable cable management device for organizing cables includes a plurality of panels, the panels of which are selectively stackable into a stowed configuration so that a volume of the plurality of panels is minimized. The panels are selectively interconnectable to form a box. A power distribution device, such as a power strip, can be positioned in an interior space defined by the box. Each of a plurality of apertures is positioned in a front facet or respective opposed end facet of the box. The apertures vent the interior space and are used for extension of a power cable from the power distribution device to a source of electrical current and for insertion of a power cord extending to an electronic device to connect and operationally engage the electronic device to the power distribution device. |
| US12012297B2 |
Avoidance conveying device and method for glass production line
An avoidance conveying device and an avoidance conveying method are provided. The device includes a receiving device, a front lifting device, a transition device, a rear lifting device, and a sending device arranged in sequence along a direction of conveying glass sheets; the receiving device receives the glass sheets conveyed by a front roller conveyor of an original sheet production line; the sending device conveys the glass sheets to a rear roller conveyor of the original sheet production line; an avoidance channel is formed between the front lifting device and the rear lifting device. Pedestrians and forklifts directly pass through the glass production line at any time through the avoidance channel, shortening the travel distance and the travel duration of pedestrians and forklifts. The glass sheets are finally conveyed to the rear roller conveyor by bypassing the avoidance channel, which ensures continuous and uninterrupted transportation of the glass sheets. |
| US12012296B2 |
Storage device for storing glass panes, preferably laminated glass panes or tempered glass panes
A storage device, in particular a harp rack, for storing planar elements, preferably glass sheets, preferably laminated glass sheets or single-pane safety glass sheets. |
| US12012293B1 |
Systems and processes for selecting and packing articles
Systems and methods for selecting and packing articles include an article picking device coupled to a multi-axis movement mechanism, and a high-density storage system for holding a plurality of cartridges, with each cartridge housing a plurality of articles. The article picking device can include one or more suction mechanisms, one or more gripping mechanisms, or both. |
| US12012288B1 |
Conveyor belt sanitizer system
A conveyor belt sanitizer system includes a free-standing conveyor belt apparatus having a rotating conveyor belt traveling in a looped path, opaque cases are disposed proximate to and facing an outer surface of the conveyor belt along a hidden return section of the looped path, LEDs are situated in the opaque cases, brackets are connected to opposed longitudinal sides of a first one of the plurality of opaque cases and configured to be mounted to a support surface at the hidden return section of the looped path, and a controller is coupled to the LEDs. The controller is configured to automatically actuate the LEDs between an operating mode and a non-operating mode when the conveyor belt is rotated relative to a stationary position of the opaque cases and further configured to selectively sanitize an outer surface of the conveyor belt. |
| US12012284B2 |
Storage shelf unit for storing at least one stored goods carrier and method for recording a stock of a storage shelf unit
The invention relates to a storage shelf unit (10) with a plurality of carrier supports (12) disposed one above the other for supporting stored goods carriers (20) that can be transported by means of an automatic transport device (14), with at least one loading and retrieval opening (16) for delivering and retrieving the stored goods carrier (20). An image recording unit (40) is disposed at an upper side (18) of the loading and retrieval opening (16) for this purpose. The image recording unit (40) is attached to a moving device (30) that can be moved in a horizontal direction (X). |
| US12012282B2 |
Storage and picking system and picking method for automatically and manually picking goods
In a method for order-picking articles from source loading aids into or onto target loading aids in a storage and order-picking system, the articles belong to a first group of types of article , whose types of article can be handled automatically, or a second group of types of article , whose types of article can be handled manually. A first order part with articles of the first group of types of article is transported to a first automatic order-picking station and order-picked there, and a second order part with articles of the second group of types of article is transported to a first manual order-picking station and order-picked there. Further, a storage and order-picking system executes the method. |
| US12012280B2 |
Support vehicle for performing support operations in an automated storage and retrieval system
The present invention relates to a support vehicle (20) for performing support operations in an automated storage and retrieval system (1). It comprises a vehicle body (21). It comprises a drive system (40) comprising wheels (42, 44) provided in a lower part of the vehicle body (21), where the drive system (40) being configured to drive the support vehicle (20) along a track system (108) of the automated storage and retrieval system (1). It comprises a connection system (30) provided on a first side (20a) of the support vehicle (20). The connection system (30) comprises a connector member (31) protruding through a aperture (22) of the vehicle body (21). The connection system (30) comprises an actuator (34) for moving the connector member (31) in the aperture (22) in relation to the vehicle body (21). The present invention also relates to an automated storage and retrieval system (1). |
| US12012278B2 |
Liner and method for unloading bulk cargo
A liner floor for use in a container liner is provided. The liner floor includes a floor portion arranged between a distal end and a proximal portion and the floor portion is configured for being arranged on a floor of the container. The floor portion includes a plurality of stacks of folded sections. The stacks are folded such that a top fold of one stack is connected to a bottom fold of a proximal neighbouring stack. A weight of the folded sections varies along the floor portion with each of the folded sections having at least the same weight as a proximal neighbouring folded section. Also provided are methods for unloading cargo from a container including a liner, and methods and apparatuses for loading cargo into a container. |
| US12012277B2 |
Packaging apparatus, packaging, product, and method for packaging an item
A packaging apparatus (10a; 10b), in particular a wiper blade packaging apparatus, for packaging at least one item (12a, 26a, 30a, 34a), in particular at least one wiper blade adapter (14a, 28a, 32a, 36a), with a packaging element (16a; 16b) for accommodating the at least one item (12a, 26a, 30a, 34a). It is proposed that the packaging element (16a; 16b) be configured as a user guide (18a). |
| US12012269B2 |
Stain and paint can storage system and method
A storage device for a storage container includes a body having one or more retention means. Each retention means may accept and support one of a plurality of differently sized containers. Each retention means includes a first recess configured to engage a substantially cylindrical container and engage a substantially cuboid container. |
| US12012265B2 |
Closure device
The present invention relates to a closure device (1) for a container (2) in which a flowable material (3) is stored, comprising a base element (4), which can be fastened on a container opening (5) of the container (2), a spout (11) with a dispensing opening (7), whereby the spout (11) is positioned inboard of the base element (4), and a lid (8) connected to the base element (4) by a hinge (12), whereby the lid (8) can be moved back and forth between a closed position (9) in which the lid (8) closes the dispensing opening (7) so that the spout (11) is not accessible and an open position (10) in which the spout (11) is accessible, tamper evidence indication means (13) for visually indicating if the lid (8) of the closure device (1) has once been moved out of its closed position (9), whereby the tamper evidence indication means (13) comprise a first indication ring (14) and at least a second indication ring (15) which is co-axially arranged in the first indication ring (14). |
| US12012263B2 |
Wine stopper
Provided is a wine stopper capable of being vacuumized, the wine stopper comprising a base capable of covering an outer side of a wine bottle, and a shell enclosing a cavity with the base. A boss capable of being clamped in a bottle opening is arranged on one side, away from the shell, of the base. The wine stopper further comprises a power source arranged in the cavity and a vacuum pump capable of creating a vacuum in the wine bottle, a through hole capable of communicating the vacuum pump with the interior of the bottle is provided in the boss, a measurement assembly capable of measuring a vacuum degree of the interior of the wine bottle is arranged in the cavity, and the measurement assembly is electrically connected with the vacuum pump. |
| US12012262B2 |
Child-proof paper or cardboard container
A container for detergent pods includes a container body and a movable cover, wherein the movable cover has a pair of engagement tabs which, in a closed configuration, engage respective windows to form child-proof engagement formations. The container body and the movable cover are entirely made of paper or cardboard and can be recycled as a paper waste without the need of removing any plastic part. |
| US12012257B2 |
Closure device
The present invention relates to a closure device (1) for a container (2) in which a flowable material (3) is stored, including a base element (4), which can be fastened on a container opening (5) of the container (2), a spout (11) with a dispensing opening (7), whereby the spout (11) is positioned inboard of the base element (4), and a lid (8) connected to the base element (4) by a hinge (12), whereby the lid (8) can be moved back and forth between a closed position (9) so that the spout (11) is not accessible and an open position (10) in which the spout (11) is accessible, tamper evidence indication structures (13) for visually indicating if the lid (8) of closure device (1) has once been moved out of its closed position (9). |
| US12012249B2 |
Vertical bag-making/filling/packaging machine, manufacturing method of film packaging bag with content
A vertical bag-making/filling/packaging machine (1) comprises: a film supply portion (5); a film engaging portion (31) which is engaged with a film (F); a vertical seal portion (60) which makes the film (F) into a tubular shape; a film conveying portion (50); a film clamp (34) which holds the film (F) at the film engaging portion (31); a film tension releasing portion (20) which loosens the film (F); a filling portion (70) which inputs the content (X); a weighing portion (40) which weighs the content (X); a lateral sealing portion (80) which makes the film (F) into a bag body (G); and a cutter which cuts off the bag body (G). |
| US12012246B2 |
Punching machine and spout attaching device
A punching machine includes a punch blade and a support for supporting a spout. The punching machine further includes a drive mechanism. When the punch blade and the spout supported by the support face each other in a direction perpendicular to a web with the web interposed between the punch blade and the spout, the drive mechanism moves one of the punch blade or the support towards the other in the vertical direction to punch a hole in the web using the punch blade and the spout. |
| US12012244B2 |
Sorting system sorting packages into bags
A sorting conveyor and bagging device for selectively depositing packages in bags through collapsible openings in the bags themselves or in sleeves protruding from the mouths of bags. Sliders are positioned between the bags at the ends of chutes. Actuators slide the sliders along the slide tracks to selectively open and position the opening to one bag to receive packages from the chute while the opening to the other bag is closed and positioned out of the way. |
| US12012242B2 |
Process for conditioning glass or porcelain electrical insulators coated with silicone
Method for packaging electrical insulators (4) for high voltage or very high voltage, such as electrical line insulators made with a dielectric material chosen from glass or porcelain, and more specifically, electrical insulators with a protective hydrophobic silicone elastomer coating covering the surface of the electrical insulators, under vacuum or under inert gas. |
| US12012240B2 |
Machine and method for the automatic treatment of components of inhalers, in particular cartomizers for electronic cigarettes
Machine (10) and method for the automatic treatment of components of inhalers, in particular cartomizers for electronic cigarettes, wherein each component has a central body, preferably of tubular shape, having a lower end part normally protected by a removable lower cap and an upper end part normally protected by a removable upper cap. Upstream and downstream from one or more work stations (S3) and/or one or more inspection stations (S4) there are, respectively, a removal station (S2), configured to selectively and automatically remove the caps from the respective central bodies, and a repositioning station (S5), configured to selectively and automatically return the caps to the corresponding central bodies of the components. |
| US12012238B2 |
Packaging solutions
A packaging system for the storage of an ophthalmic device is disclosed. The packaging system includes a sealed container containing one or more unused ophthalmic devices immersed in an aqueous packaging solution that includes ectoine or an ophthalmologically acceptable ectoine derivative. The aqueous packaging solution has an osmolality of at least about 150 mOsm/kg, a pH of about 6 to about 9 and is sterilized. |
| US12012237B2 |
Method and apparatus for wrapping
A method for wrapping a load with a film, strip, band of extensible material comprises: unwinding a film of extensible material from a reel; making a pleat on the film by means of a pleating system; stretching the film by means of a pair of pre-stretching rollers; welding the pleat by means of at least one of the pre-stretching rollers; wrapping the load with the film provided with the pleat. |
| US12012236B2 |
Collet assembly of an umbilical plate that couples a launch vehicle to a ground station
A collet assembly, for an umbilical plate that connects a vehicle to a ground station prior to a launch of the vehicle, includes an active decoupler. The active decoupler includes a pin. A cuff has a central opening. The pin passes through the central opening. A plurality of fingers are pivotally coupled to the cuff. A plurality of levers are pivotally coupled to the plurality of fingers and the pin. |
| US12012235B2 |
Solar panel module and spacecraft
A solar panel module includes a solar panel; a printed circuit board combined with a plane of the solar panel and including a microchamber and an ignition circuit; and a propellant inserted into the microchamber and connected to the ignition circuit. |
| US12012230B2 |
Device and method for emptying and monitoring fluid drained from an engine of an aircraft
The invention relates to the field of aeronautical propulsion, and more specifically to an emptying and monitoring device and method for emptying and monitoring a fluid drained from an aircraft engine. The emptying and monitoring device comprises at least one first intake passage for receiving, directly from the aircraft, fluid drained from the engine, and a first quality sensor assembly for detecting at least one quality parameter of the fluid drained from the engine, having been admitted through the first intake passage. |
| US12012229B2 |
System and method for robotic charging aircraft
In one aspect, a system for charging an aircraft can include a robotic charging device, and a computing system configured to obtain data associated with a transportation itinerary and energy parameter(s) of the aircraft. The data associated with the transportation itinerary can be indicative of an aircraft landing facility at which the aircraft is to be located. The computing system can determine (e.g., select) a robotic charging device from among a plurality of robotic charging devices for charging the aircraft based on the transportation itinerary data and energy parameter(s) of the aircraft; determine charging parameter(s) for the robotic charging device based on the transportation itinerary data; and communicate command instruction(s) for the robotic charging device to charge the aircraft according to the charging parameter(s). The robotic charging device can be configured to automatically connect with a charging area of the aircraft for charging a battery onboard the aircraft. |
| US12012228B2 |
Device for the supply of fuel to aircraft
A device for the supply of fuel to aircraft includes an elevating arm (1) situated above a mobile trolley (1.2) and where the elevating arm (1) is articulated with respect to a shaft (1.1) between a first position that is substantially horizontal and parallel to the surface of the floor and a second elevated position; an adaptor assembly (2) integrally joined to the upper surface of the elevating arm (1) and from which a drive handle (5) emerges frontally which is configured to mobilise the mobile trolley (1.2) by multiple wheels (1.3); and an articulated clamp (3) actuated by an actuation mechanism (4) integrally joined to the adaptor assembly (2) on the lower and internal surface of the elevating arm (1) such that the articulated clamp (3) is configured to be adjusted on a handle of the pit coupler. |
| US12012227B2 |
Tram system and methods for autonomous takeoff and landing of aircraft
One variation of a tram system includes: a chassis; a latch configured to selectively engage a latch receiver mounted to an aircraft; an alignment feature adjacent the latch and configured to engage an alignment receiver mounted to the aircraft and to communicate acceleration and braking forces from the chassis into the aircraft; an optical sensor facing upwardly from the chassis; a drivetrain configured to accelerate and decelerate the chassis along a runway; and a controller configured to detect an optical fiducial arranged on the aircraft in optical images recorded by the optical sensor adjust a speed of the drivetrain to longitudinally align the alignment feature with the alignment receiver based on positions of the optical fiducial detected in the optical images, trigger the latch to engage the latch receiver once the aircraft has descended onto the chassis, and trigger the drivetrain to actively decelerate the chassis during a landing routine. |
| US12012222B2 |
Programmable lighting methods and systems for a removable peripheral bar
Innovative peripheral bar assembly for a transportation vehicle is provided. One method includes retrieving, by a processor of a seat device of an aircraft coupled to a removable, peripheral bar assembly having a plurality of programmable, light emitting diodes (LEDs), configuration information to operate the LEDs; transmitting, by the processor, one or more commands to the peripheral bar assembly to operate one or more of the LEDs; and operating, by the peripheral bar assembly, the one or more LEDs, in response to the one or more commands to indicate non-verbal communication based on one or more pre-defined communication protocols indicating a seat-by-seat status. |
| US12012220B2 |
Calibration system and method for aircraft control surface actuation
A calibration system for aircraft control surface actuation includes an inclinometer coupleable to an aircraft control surface. The inclinometer is configured to provide measurement data of an inclination value corresponding to an angle at which the surface is deflected. The system includes an adapter with a wireless transmitter module and an interface connector connected to the inclinometer. The adapter is configured to receive and wirelessly transmit the measurement data. The system includes a wireless receiver device and a computing device connected thereto to receive the measurement data. The computing device is configured to determine if the inclination value differs by more than a predetermined amount from a directed deflection angle for the surface. The computing device is also configured to communicate an adjustment amount to a controller configured to direct deflection of the surface, based on the difference between the measured inclination value and the directed deflection angle. |
| US12012216B2 |
Support structure for attaching a gas turbine engine to an aircraft pylon
A gas turbine engine includes a support structure for attaching the engine to an aircraft pylon. The support structure includes: an engine-side interface member, a pylon-side interface member interfacing to the engine-side interface member, and a top V-shaped connection formation above the engine core and pair of side V-shaped connection formations on opposite lateral sides of the engine core, each V-shaped connection formation being formed by a pair of connection members meeting at a vertex, the vertex of the top V-shaped connection formation joining to the top of the engine-side interface member, the vertices of the side V-shaped connection formations respectively joining to the bottom ends of the engine-side interface member, and the connection members extending forwardly from their respective vertices to join to front fixation points at the core casing. |
| US12012213B2 |
Ice protection for electrically powered rotors
An electrically powered aerial vehicle includes at least one motor where each motor includes a stator and a rotor, a motor housing having an inlet opening and a discharge opening for airflow, a plurality of rotor blades rotatable by the rotor, each of the plurality of rotor blades having a cavity running from a proximal end of the rotor blade towards a distal end of the rotor blade, and a blade hub coupled to the rotor blades at the proximal end of each rotor blade and coupled to the motor housing at the discharge opening. A chamber is defined in the blade hub and is in fluid communication with the discharge opening of the motor housing and the cavity of each rotor blade. The airflow is centrifugally drawn in from the motor housing through the discharge opening and transported through the chamber and into the cavities of the rotor blades when the rotor blades are rotating. |
| US12012209B2 |
Water scooping apparatus for an aircraft and an aircraft comprising the same
The invention relates to a water scooping apparatus (2) for an aircraft (1), comprising a water scooping unit (7) that is associated with a water tank (10) via an extendible tubular member (5). The water scooping unit being provided with an intake opening (20) that is in fluidic communication with the extendible tubular member and arranged at a side of the water scooping unit facing away from the sky when the water scooping apparatus is in an active state, the water scooping unit (7) being provided with a plurality of surface-piercing hydrofoils (25, 26, 27, 28) arranged surrounding the intake opening (20) and configured to generate an upward force when being moved through a body of water to position the water scooping unit with respect to a surface (9) of the body of water in such a way to ensure water intake via the intake opening. |
| US12012207B2 |
Inspection device, inspection method, and program
An inspection apparatus (100) according to an aspect of the present invention includes a first determination unit (121) that determines an operation of an unmanned aerial vehicle (1) based on a first threshold for determining whether the unmanned aerial vehicle (1) can enter the inside, a second threshold, which is greater than the first threshold, for determining whether the unmanned aerial vehicle (1) can land on a water surface of pooled water in the inside, and space information indicating a space of the inside, and a second determination unit (122) that determines a flight altitude of the unmanned aerial vehicle (1) with respect to the water surface or a floor surface of the manhole after the unmanned aerial vehicle (1) enters the inside based on the first and second thresholds, and the space information in a case where it has been determined that the unmanned aerial vehicle (1) can enter the inside and cannot land on the water surface. |
| US12012202B2 |
System and method for the prioritization of flight controls in an electric aircraft
A system for the prioritization of flight controls in an electric aircraft is illustrated. The system includes a plurality of flight components, a sensor, and a computing device. The plurality of flight components are coupled to the electric aircraft. The sensor is coupled to each flight component of the plurality of flight components. Each sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect a failure event of a flight component of the plurality of flight components and generate a failure datum associated to the flight component of the plurality of flight components. The computing device is communicatively connected to the sensor and is configured to receive the failure datum associated to the flight component of the plurality of flight component from the sensor, determine a prioritization element as a function of the failure datum, and restrict at least a flight element as a function of the prioritization element. |
| US12012200B2 |
Rotor assembly and method of assembling same
A rotor assembly has a rotor hub having a unitary structure. The rotor assembly further includes a unitary crosshead having a first upper tab and a first lower tab located vertically below the first upper tab. The first upper tab and the first lower tab define a slot therebetween to accept a first pin of the first rotor blade. A second upper tab and a second lower tab located vertically below the second upper tab define a slot therebetween to accept a second pin of the second rotor blade. A first recess is provided between the first lower tab and the second lower tab so that the crosshead comprises no material directly between at least a portion of the first lower tab and the second lower tab along at least one straight path. |
| US12012194B2 |
Outboard motor
An outboard motor includes an attachment attached to a hull, and a support vertically rotatably connected to the attachment and horizontally rotatably supporting an outboard motor main unit. The support includes an upper support and a lower support. The outboard motor includes a left reinforcement that includes a left upper connector connected to the upper support and a left lower connector connected to the lower support, and a right reinforcement that includes a right upper connector connected to the upper support and a right lower connector connected to the lower support. The left upper connector is located leftward of a left side of the upper support. The right upper connector is located rightward of a right side of the upper support. |
| US12012193B1 |
Trolling motor mount
A trolling motor mount to mount a trolling motor to a boat consisting of a multi-bar change point apparatus to lock the trolling motor in either a stowed position or a deployed position and a release assembly to unlock and move the multi-bar change point apparatus from either the stowed position to the deployed position or from the deployed position to the stowed position. |
| US12012188B2 |
Rapid aerial extraction systems
A method for extracting a rescue subject from a surface position includes lowering a rescue pod having an enclosed compartment with a door from an aircraft, the rescue pod having a parachute and a control system, the rescue pod connected by a tether to a winch in the aircraft, controllably releasing the tether from the winch while maneuvering the aircraft into an orbit at altitude, diameter and airspeed, creating a gravity well in which the tether describes a spiral configuration with the pod descending along a vertical centerline, lowering the pod to the surface position, loading the rescue subject into the enclosed compartment, and lifting the rescue pod from the surface position by retrieving the tether with the winch or altering the path and speed of the aircraft, in a manner to gradually increase tension in the tether lifting the rescue pod from the ground point. |
| US12012187B2 |
Maritime overboard locator and response system
Provided is a maritime overboard locator system for use in locating and rescuing a person or asset that has fallen overboard into a body of water. The system includes a locator attached to a person or asset that is activated manually or automatically upon immersion in water. The apparatus emits light, sound, radio, or any combination thereof. The locator is detected by one or more detectors onboard a boat, ship, vessel, or structure. The detectors detect a unique signal that is assigned to each person/asset. Once detected, the detector sends an overboard alert and deploys an unmanned aerial or underwater drone. The drone can include an inflatable life preserver or life raft and a tether cord that helps the person to remain afloat until rescue can be accomplished. |
| US12012185B2 |
Marine wind power generation floating body
A marine wind power generation floating body according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can be coupled to a tower used for wind power generation and is provided at sea. The marine wind power generation floating body includes a floating main body which is formed at a predetermined length and which has a circular transverse cross section, a ballast part positioned on one side of the floating main body, a damping plate positioned at one end of the floating main body, and formed with a diameter that is larger than the outer diameter of one side of the floating main body, and a pitching/rolling damping part which is positioned on the other side of the floating main body, and which damps the horizontal pitching and rolling of the floating main body. |
| US12012180B2 |
Molded-in boat grip
In one example, a method includes positioning, within a mold, a device with a movable element that defines a portion of a volume, and the volume is contained within the mold, as part of a molding process, at least partly defining a molded watercraft by introducing plastic into the mold, disposing the plastic about the movable element, and with the movable element, excluding the plastic from the portion of the volume that is defined by the movable element so as to define a recess and an undercut that are integral with the watercraft and extend lengthwise with respect to a centerline of the watercraft, and the recess and undercut are integral, and communicate, with each other. |
| US12012178B2 |
Anchor device for anchoring a floating structure to the seabed and installation method of the anchor device
An anchor device for anchoring a floating structure to the seabed with an anchor chain having a shackle at one end of the chain. The anchor device includes a mooring bolt for being inserted into a borehole drilled in the seabed and a support plate having a lower face for resting on the seabed and an upper face with a through hole through which the mooring bolt passes through the support plate for being inserted into the borehole. The upper face of the support plate has a connection point for coupling the shackle of the end of the chain, such that when the floating structure is anchored to the seabed, the chain is subjected to tensile stresses causing a force to be applied at the connection point and not directly to the mooring bolt. |
| US12012175B2 |
Suspension arrangement of snow vehicle
A snow vehicle, comprising a frame (102, 202), and to the frame (102, 202) operationally connected track system for moving the snow vehicle on the snow, which track system comprises a track (110, 210), and a slide rail (216) for slid-ing of the track, the snow vehicle further comprising a suspension structure (120) for attenuating impacts to the track system of the snow vehicle, which suspension system (120) comprises one or more suspension members (128). The suspension member (128) it at least partially arranged in the space between the track (110) and the frame (102). |
| US12012173B2 |
Tilt-decoupled steering device of a motorbike
A tilt-decoupled steering device of a motorbike includes a handlebar bridge for receiving a motorbike handlebar, a fork bridge for receiving a fork leg, and at least one decoupling device connecting the handlebar bridge to the fork bridge. The handlebar bridge is mounted such that it can rotate about a steering axis and is secured about a tilt axis orthogonal to the steering axis, and the fork bridge is mounted such that it can rotate about the steering axis and about the tilt axis. The decoupling device transfers a steering movement and a steering torque in a steering direction about the steering axis between the handlebar bridge and the fork bridge, and compensates for a tilting movement in a tilting direction about the tilt axis of the fork bridge relative to the handlebar bridge. |
| US12012169B2 |
Foldable rotary arm structure and device for bicycle
A foldable rotary arm structure and device for a bicycle. The foldable rotary arm structure includes a rotary wheel and a rotary arm. The rotary wheel is coaxial with a transverse tube or surrounds the transverse tube. The rotary arm is in steering connection with the rotary wheel or a supporting base, such that the rotary arm is attached to the transverse tube when folded, thereby reducing the space of the transverse tube occupied in a radial direction. A flywheel for use in a balancing device of a bicycle or a motor-assisted bicycle or an amusement device is provided. In the rotary arm, individual batteries or multistage batteries are arranged in a single layer in the radial direction and are stacked in multiple stages in the axial direction. When the rotary arm is unfolded and rotated, the angular momentum is increased or the torque is balanced. |
| US12012162B2 |
Automatic rolling fifth wheel hitch
A fifth wheel hitch is shown and described. The fifth wheel hitch may include a base frame configured to be secured to a load bed of a towing vehicle, a trolley operatively engaged with the base frame, the trolley adapted to move along the base frame between first and second positions, and a cam member attached with the base frame, the cam member having a cam path. The fifth wheel hitch may also include a cam follower coupled with the trolley, the cam follower operatively engaged with the cam path, and a fifth wheel head pivotally coupled with the trolley, where the trolley is moved between the first and second positions in response to pivoting of the fifth wheel head. |
| US12012157B2 |
Planetary roller screw and actuator for a rear axle steering of a motor vehicle comprising such a planetary roller screw
Planetary roller screw having a threaded spindle, and having a nut element arranged on the threaded spindle, and having planets arranged distributed around the periphery of the threaded spindle, which mesh on one side with the threaded spindle and on the other side with the nut element, which is rotatably mounted in both axial directions in each case by means of a first bearing on a rotationally driven planet carrier which receives the planets and is rotatably mounted on a housing by means of a second bearing. The planet carrier has a sleeve encompassing the nut element, at the axial ends of which a flange respectively having a first bearing seat of the first bearing and a second bearing seat of the second bearing is arranged, the flanges being connected with play to one another by means of the sleeve in a rotationally fixed manner and axially with actuating play. |
| US12012156B2 |
Yaw damper for two-wheeled self-balancing vehicle
A control path is added to a two-wheeled self-balancing vehicle that has steering augmentation and CMG or reaction wheel actuators for roll balancing. These actuators are used to damp yaw disturbances while preventing roll disturbances, based on a yaw rate disturbance signal received on the control path. |
| US12012155B2 |
System of a side skirt for a car of a multi-car vehicle and a side skirt support
A system of a side skirt for a car of a multi-car vehicle and a side skirt support, the side skirt configured to cover a space below the underframe of the car from a side, and having a coupler side edge that forms a side of the side skirt and arranged next to a coupler head of the car, the side skirt support suitable to attach the side skirt to the underframe of the car, the side skirt support having a bar with a first joint suitable to be attached to the underframe to allow rotation relative to the underframe, the bar being attached to a part of the side skirt via a second joint that allows part of the side skirt to rotate relative to the bar, the side skirt support having a rotation controller that limits the rotation that the part of the side skirt attached to the bar can perform relative to the bar, whereby the part attached to the bar can rotate into an end position, but cannot rotate beyond that end position. |
| US12012153B2 |
Automotive component with flange and mounting screw
An automotive component is described, comprising a flange, which has a through hole, and a screw, which is inserted in the through hole. According to this disclosure, at least three clamping ribs are provided, extending in an axial direction, in the through hole. |
| US12012145B2 |
Travel controller and method for travel control
A travel controller detects a non-lane zone within a predetermined distance ahead of a current position of a vehicle. The non-lane zone lacks lanes. The travel controller controls travel of the vehicle in the non-lane zone so as to keep the position of the vehicle relative to the width of a whole road. When an expected position of the vehicle at the end of the non-lane zone straddles a lane line, the travel controller controls travel of the vehicle so as to move to a lane having a larger overlap with the vehicle, prior to control of travel of the vehicle to keep the position of the vehicle relative to the width of the whole road. |
| US12012144B2 |
Method and control unit for transversely guiding a vehicle during following travel
A control unit is provided for an ego vehicle equipped with a transverse guidance actuator which is designed to transversely guide the ego vehicle in an at least partly automated manner during a follow-on drive. The control unit is designed to detect a transverse guidance maneuver of the ego vehicle required for the follow-on drive. The control unit is additionally designed to ascertain driver information with respect to the driver of the ego vehicle, the driver information including at least one indication of how engaged the driver is with monitoring and/or carrying out the transverse guidance of the ego vehicle. The control unit is further designed to set a dynamic of an intervention, which is automatically carried out by the transverse guidance actuator of the ego vehicle, for the transverse guidance maneuver on the basis of the ascertained driver information. |
| US12012142B2 |
Steer by wire with mechanical safety backup for a track vehicle
A hybrid hydro-mechanical/electronic steering system for a track vehicle, where the driver system can simultaneously use hydro-mechanical connections and electronic (steer by wire) connections to steer a track vehicle such as a tank, where safeguards for safety and reliability include seamless transition between electronic to hydro-mechanical control and vice versa, such that the system can be used in a single or double chassis track vehicle and is adaptable for autonomous driving. |
| US12012141B2 |
Steering column for a motor vehicle
A steering column may include a casing tube in which a steering spindle is rotatably mounted, a guide unit that receives the casing unit so as to be telescopically adjustable in a direction of a longitudinal axis, and an electromotor adjustment drive that is arranged between the casing tube and the guide unit. An inner bearing face of the guide unit surrounds an outer casing surface of the casing tube and includes a slot extending longitudinally with a slot width between mutually opposing slot edges. A preload device engages the slot edges and is configured to apply a tightening force to reduce the slot width to preload the bearing face together with the casing surface. A clamping body cooperates with the slot edges via a deflection device that converts a reduction of slot width into a radial clamping movement of the clamping body for radial preloading the outer casing surface. |
| US12012138B2 |
Technologies for caddy assemblies
A container system including a storage base that includes a frame and a partition wall dividing the frame into first and second compartments, where each of the first and second compartments includes a cavity formed therein and the partition wall is formed to include a handle, and the handle is configured to removeably couple a first and second storage base to form a storage unit. |
| US12012133B2 |
Moving body control device, moving body, moving body control method, and program
A moving body control device for controlling a moving body, including an information acquisition unit that acquires moving body-specific information including a bogie position and a vehicle body mass, a moving body position, a moving body velocity, and track information including a curvature for each position of the track, and a feedforward steering angle calculation unit that calculates a steering angle by using the moving body-specific information, the moving body position, the moving body velocity, and the track information. The feedforward steering angle calculation unit calculates the steering angle according to a sum of a kinematic component calculated based on a geometrical relationship between the bogie position and the curvature of a track, and a dynamic component calculated based on an equation of motion including the bogie position, the vehicle body mass, the moving body velocity, and the curvature and a curvature change rate of the track. |
| US12012131B2 |
Tractive vehicle and vehicle combination and method for operating a tractive vehicle and vehicle combination
A method for operating a tractive vehicle and a vehicle combination are disclosed. A tractive vehicle includes a first friction brake device for generating a first stopping braking-force, a traction device for generating a tractive force and a control device for controlling at least the traction device. The method includes a step whereby the traction device activated if a first undesired kinematic state is detected. Activation of the traction device would take place in such a way that a tractive force, counteracting the first undesired kinematic state, is generated and provided for deceleration to a standstill and/or for holding the tractive vehicle at a standstill. |
| US12012130B2 |
Reusable collision energy absorption device for rail vehicle
A reusable collision energy absorption device for a rail vehicle includes an impacted rod, a damping structure including a damping plug, a guide tube and a damping elastic element, a return structure including a return piston and an elastic return element, an outer tube having a tubular structure, and an interior partitioned into a front cavity and a rear cavity through a partition plate provided with a damping hole in the form of a through hole. A portion of the damping plug is in the damping hole when the damping plug is in an initial position, and the damping plug can move in a front-rear direction when the device is impacted. A gap between a radial thickest portion of the damping plug and the damping hole allows the fluid to circulate between the front cavity and the rear cavity. |
| US12012122B1 |
Object orientation estimator
A computer implemented method. Includes: obtaining, from a sensor system onboard a vehicle, a plurality of hypotheses for an orientation of an object in a vicinity of the vehicle, relative to a coordinate system of the vehicle; estimating, based on the plurality of hypotheses, values of a probability distribution for the orientation of the object at a plurality of candidate orientations; and estimating, based at least in part on the estimated values of the probability distribution at the plurality of candidate orientations, the orientation of the object relative to the coordinate system. |
| US12012114B2 |
Integration module for advanced driver assistance system
A signal processing module is provided. The signal processing module includes a function weight table that stores weights for each first sensor for an autonomous driving mode and an ADAS driving mode and selects and outputs only the weight for each first sensor, a first weight applying device that generates a function weight application signal by applying the weight for each first sensor to sensing information of sensors for sensing an object, a road environment determining device that determines a road environment based on the sensing information of the sensors for sensing the object, a road environment weight table that stores weights for each second sensor for a road environment and selects and outputs an weight for each second sensor, and a second weight applying device that outputs a dataset by applying the weight for each second sensor to the function weight application signal. |
| US12012113B2 |
Vehicle-user interaction system and method
A vehicle-user interaction system for a vehicle includes: an editor configured to receive one or more inputs from a user of the vehicle and edit the one or more inputs into a rule script, the rule script including a user-defined rule based on the one or more inputs, the user-defined rule defining a trigger condition and a vehicle operation performed when the trigger condition is satisfied; a parser configured to create a list of monitoring elements and a list of functional elements based on the rule script, the list of monitoring elements including sensor elements that directly or indirectly describe the trigger condition, and the list of functional elements including functional elements that are associated with the vehicle operation; and an actuator configured to monitor sensor detection information associated with the sensor elements, determine whether the trigger condition is satisfied, and execute the functional elements to implement the user-defined rule in the vehicle. |
| US12012110B1 |
Systems and methods for intelligently transforming data to generate improved output data using a probabilistic multi-application network
Disclosed are systems and methods for intelligently transforming data to generate improved output data, including, for example, for use in a multi-application network with disparate parties. The systems and methods include transforming data using a probabilistic network and a knowledge base generated using historic data to generate improved output data and include the steps of receiving first data associated with a first user and associated with a first incident object. In some embodiments, the systems and methods include generating a first computing object, transmitting the first computing object, receiving a first selection, transmitting a data collection computing input tool, receiving a second selection, receiving second data comprising a first image of a first incident object, transmitting the second data, transforming the second data using a probabilistic network, a machine learning model, a knowledge base, and a data group associated with patterns of processed historic data, and generating improved output data. |
| US12012109B2 |
System and methods for determining owner's preferences based on vehicle owners telematics data
Embodiments described herein receive telematics data collected over a period of time, wherein the telematics data is indicative of operation of a vehicle by an owner of the vehicle during the period of time; analyze the telematics data to identify driving behavior(s) of the owner during the period of time; predict one or more user preference values of a vehicle-sharing platform profile of the owner based on the identified one or more driving behaviors, wherein the one or more user preference values define one or more criteria for vehicle renters with whom the first vehicle can be shared; apply the one or more criteria to a potential vehicle renter; and cause an indication of the first vehicle of the owner to be displayed via a mobile device of the potential renter only if the potential vehicle renter satisfies the one or more criteria. |
| US12012108B1 |
Prediction models in autonomous vehicles using modified map data
An autonomous vehicle may modify scene context map data based on specific object types and/or features perceived within an environment, and may use the modified map data with prediction machine learning models to predict the behaviors of other dynamic objects in the environment. In some examples, the vehicle may receive sensor data of the environment, as well as map data representing the static context of the environment. The vehicle may analyze the sensor data to determine combinations of object types, features, and/or events, and may use predefined heuristics to determine modifications to existing map features based on the specific combinations of object data. A multi-channel representation of the environment based on the modified map data may be provided to prediction models to predict the behavior of dynamic objects and control the vehicle. |
| US12012106B2 |
Method for protecting an on-board electrical network of a truck
The invention relates to a method for protecting an on-board electrical network of a truck having a base-line equipment provided by a truck manufacturer, and having base-line loads having a current consumption, an auxiliary equipment fitted a posteriori by a truck body builder, and having auxiliary loads having a current consumption, and a battery. The method further comprises, when the engine of the truck is ON: determining that the engine is to be turned off, determining a total current consumption of the truck, determining the battery maximum capacity, if the total current consumption is lower than the battery maximum capacity, turning off the engine, and, if the total current consumption is higher than the battery maximum capacity, reducing the current consumption of at least one adjustable auxiliary load. |
| US12012105B2 |
Method for operating a motor vehicle
A method for operating a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle has a drive unit which is designed in such a way that, in case of acceleration, the motor vehicle is accelerated using a continuous torque output. The drive unit is operable in a first and second operating mode. In the first operating mode the motor vehicle is accelerated without interruption by the continuous torque output, and in the second operating mode the continuous torque output is changed over to a stepped torque output, so that in the second operating mode the motor vehicle is accelerated subject to interruption by the stepped torque output. |
| US12012099B2 |
Information processing apparatus, information processing method, movement control apparatus, and movement control method
An imaging section images a passenger in a moving body. A boarding state detection section detects a boarding state of the passenger on the basis of a captured image. An allowable acceleration setting section sets, for each passenger, individual allowable acceleration on the basis of the boarding state of the passenger, for example, the lateral spacing between the feet of the passenger, the arrangement angle of the feet with respect to the moving direction of the moving body, and the like. Further, integration is performed on the individual allowable acceleration determined for the respective passengers in the moving body, and the acceleration that is allowable for the moving body is set The according to the boarding state of each passenger. Thus, the moving body is prevented from moving at acceleration at which the passengers may be endangered. |
| US12012098B2 |
Apparatus for controlling lane keeping, system having the same and method thereof
A lane keeping control apparatus, a vehicle system including the same includes a processor that is configured to calculate a target lateral movement distance based on lane information during lane keeping control. The processor corrects the target lateral movement distance by correcting a heading angle of a vehicle and an offset from a target path before the vehicle reaches the target path and a storage stores data and algorithms driven by the processor. |
| US12012097B2 |
Complementary control system for an autonomous vehicle
Systems and methods for complementary control of an autonomous vehicle (AV) are disclosed. The methods include receiving information comprising an active trajectory of an AV that the AV intends to following for a planning horizon. The methods also include using the active trajectory to identify one or more regions in an environment of the AV such as a fallback monitoring region (FMR) and an active monitoring region (AMR), and generating one or more instructions for causing the AV to execute a collision mitigation action in response to an object being detected within the AMR. The methods further include transmitting the one or more instructions to an AV platform (AVP) for execution. |
| US12012094B2 |
Detecting vehicle presence at a site
A computer includes a processor and a memory storing instructions executable by the processor to determine that a vehicle is present at a site based on a comparison of sequentially received values for a plurality of parameters related to the vehicle with an ordered sequence of ranges for the parameters, and perform an operation upon determining that the vehicle is present at the site. |
| US12012092B2 |
Vehicle control system
A vehicle control system to control a vehicle according to a travel environment of the vehicle is provided. The vehicle control system includes a sensor that detects a travel environment of the vehicle. The sensor is configured to transmit detected travel environment information. The vehicle control system further includes a first control unit configured to output a first control signal based on the travel environment information detected by the sensor and received directly from the sensor. The vehicle control system further includes a second control unit configured to receive the first control signal to output a second control signal, and a third control unit configured to receive the first control signal and the second control signal to drive a control device based on either the first control signal or the second control signal. |
| US12012090B2 |
Method for operating a dual clutch transmission of a motor vehicle and motor vehicle
A method for operating a dual clutch transmission of a motor vehicle having a first partial transmission, a second partial transmission, and a transmission output shaft common to the partial transmissions and drivable both by the first partial transmission and by the second partial transmission, in which the dual clutch transmission is in a parking lock state in which two gears of one of the partial transmissions are engaged simultaneously. The following steps are carried out to exit the parking lock state: Introducing a torque caused by a drive element of the motor vehicle via the transmission output shaft common to the one partial transmissions into the one and/or other partial transmission while the gears of the partial transmission are engaged; and disengaging at least one of the gears of the one partial transmission engaged simultaneously in step a). |
| US12012086B2 |
Apparatus, method, and computer readable storage medium for tuning break curve based on machine learning
An apparatus for tuning a brake curve based on machine learning includes: a machine learning unit learning a braking tendency based on actual brake data, the braking tendency referring to a deceleration of a vehicle according to a brake operation amount by a driver; and a tuning unit tuning a preset brake curve according to the learned braking tendency, the preset brake curve having deceleration predetermined according to the brake operation amount. |
| US12012082B1 |
Systems and methods for a hydraulic vent interlock
Systems and methods for a vent interlock system to ensure vent cover closure prior to operation of a transportation vehicle. An embodiment of a system may include an interlock bar. The interlock bar may, in a lowered position, prevent a hydraulic valve handle of a hydraulic pump assembly from moving from an open position to a closed position, the hydraulic valve handle in the closed position to allow a vent cover of the trailer to be opened. The system may include a plunger valve connected to brakes of the transportation vehicle to lock the brakes of the transportation vehicle to prevent operation of the transportation vehicle when the interlock bar is raised. The system may include a spring operated latch attached to the transportation vehicle to hold the interlock bar in the lowered position via a notch or aperture in the interlock bar. |
| US12012081B2 |
Brake control apparatus
A guide ring of a pump portion is fixed in a cylinder containing hole in such a manner that a distal end of a first end portion thereof is positioned in a cam containing hole on an upper side with respect to an opening edge of the cylinder containing hole. |
| US12012075B1 |
Vehicle including a movable console and a movable table
A vehicle includes a dash and an occupant-seating area. A console is moveable relative to the dash between a stowed position and a deployed position. The console is disposed in the dash in the stowed position. The console is movable away from the dash along the seat from the stowed position to the deployed position. A table is supported by the console. The table extends over the occupant-seating area when the console is in the deployed position. |
| US12012072B2 |
Lock control apparatus for vehicle and method of controlling the same
A lock control apparatus for a vehicle includes anchors to receive a signal transmitted from a terminal; a communication module to communicate using controller area network (CAN) communication; a detector installed on a door to input a detection signal; and a processor to receive the signal transmitted from the terminal from at least one of the anchors through the communication module, calculate a position of the terminal based on the signal transmitted from the terminal, determine whether to unlock the door in response to the position of the terminal and the detection signal, and control an engine to start. The processor controls the anchors to enter a sleep mode in response to waiting times of the anchors and resets the anchors to release the sleep mode and controls the anchors to enter a waiting mode in response to the number of anchors transmitting the signal from the terminal. |
| US12012068B2 |
Method and system for activating access to a vehicle parked in an area not covered by a data network
A method for activating access to a vehicle within a vehicle fleet parked in a parking area not covered by a data network. An activation signal is sent from a user's computer equipment via a short-range wireless connection. The activation signal is received by embedded computer equipment of a plurality of fleet vehicles. A computerized logic process leads to an election of at least one of the vehicles. The process is based on an analysis of the fuel level and/or the electrical charging level of the fleet vehicles, or on an analysis of the intensity with which the activation signal has been received. The elected vehicle is identified by transmitting its location and/or identification data, which transmission is done via a short-range wireless connection in the parking area. An access authorization to the elected vehicle is transmitted from the user equipment, which transmission is done via a short-range wireless connection. |
| US12012063B1 |
Airbag for child-restraint system
An assembly includes a seat having a seat bottom and a seatback supported by the seat bottom. The seat bottom, defining an occupant-seating area, has a seat-forward end and a seat-rearward end. An airbag is inflatable from an uninflated position to an inflated position and is supported on the seat bottom at the seat-forward end. The airbag has a cavity configured to receive a removable child-restraint system on the occupant-seating area. A pyrotechnic retractor is supported by the seat and operatively coupled to the airbag to position the cavity at the occupant-seating area. The assembly includes a computer including a processor and a memory storing instructions executable by the processor to detect a removable child-restraint system on the occupant-seating area and, based on detection of a removable child-restraint system, inflate the airbag to the inflated position in response to certain vehicle impacts. |
| US12012062B2 |
Radar detection of child car seat conditions in a vehicle
A system for controlling operation of a vehicle includes a millimeter-wave radar sensor, a processor, and a memory communicably coupled to the processor. The memory stores a sensor control module configured to automatically control operation of the radar sensor to perform at least one radar scan of at least a portion of an interior of the vehicle. The sensor control module is also configured to determine, using information acquired by the at least one radar scan of the vehicle interior, at least one characteristic of a child car seat positioned in the interior. The sensor control module is also configured to compare the at least one determined characteristic of the child car seat with child car seat comparison information and, responsive to the comparison of the at least one determined characteristic with the child car seat comparison information, control an operation of the vehicle. |
| US12012059B2 |
Vehicle component for a vehicle
A vehicle component for a vehicle has a component body which extends longitudinally in a longitudinal direction, wherein the component body has deformation zones which are spatially distributed in the longitudinal direction and are formed in the component body of sheet metal material. At least two locally distributed and spaced-apart deformation zones have different tensile strengths configured to influence a deformation course of the component body upon a force acting on the component body. |
| US12012047B1 |
System with protection and container structures integrated together with safety devices
In safety system for a truck having a truck bed, where the truck bed has sidewalls, a container structure is connected to a protection structure, wherein the container structure includes a toolbox connected to first and second storage units, where each storage unit is positioned on the toolbox to overhang a respective one of the sidewalls when the toolbox is fitted between the sidewalls, and the storage units define respective openings above the respective sidewalls for accessing interiors of the respective storage units from outside the truck bed. The protection structure has rigid members, each member including lateral portions and a central portion. The lateral portions are connected to the container structure and support the respective central portions above a cab of the truck for protection against overhead impact when the toolbox is fitted between the sidewalls. |
| US12012040B1 |
Vehicle locked wheel detector
A vehicle locked wheel detector detects initial trailer movement or enablement thereof, for example using a spring brake air pressure switch. The outputs from ABS wheel rotation sensors are monitored to determine whether all wheels are rotating. If one wheel is not rotating, then a locked wheel indicator alerts the driver that one of the wheels may be locked. In some embodiments, if both wheels on one side of the trailer are either stationary or rotating below a threshold speed and the wheels on the opposite side are rotating relatively more quickly, then the trailer is presumed to be pivoting around a sharp turn, and so the wheels will be presumed to be rolling. A finite temporal-spatial interval subsequent to initial trailer movement is defined within which wheel lock can be detected, and upon expiration of the temporal-spatial interval the ABS operates in a normal manner. |
| US12012039B2 |
Apparatus and method for generating sound of electrification vehicle
An apparatus and a method for generating a sound of an electrification vehicle are provided. The apparatus comprises a detection device configured to detect state information of a vehicle, a sound output device configured to play and output a virtual sound, and a processing device connected with the detection device and the sound output device. The processing device configured to detect a cornering state of the vehicle based on state information of the vehicle, analyze a longitudinal force, a lateral force, a tire slip ratio, and a tire slip angle according to the cornering state, calculate a cornering force based on the analyzed results, calculate a contact force based on a tire ground surface and road surface profile based on big data, generate a tire slip sound based on the cornering force and the contact force, and control the sound output device to play the tire slip sound. |
| US12012037B2 |
Vehicle interior trim part having optical fibers and method of producing same
The proposed vehicle interior trim part comprises a woven material having at least two parallel optical fibers that are able to laterally emit light and that extend in a longitudinal direction and having at least one further fiber and/or at least one further yarn. The vehicle interior trim part further comprises a reflective layer that is adjacent to the woven material and comprises a fleece material and that is configured to reflect light emitted by the at least two parallel optical fibers. The vehicle interior trim part additionally has a carrier that is adjacent to the reflective layer so that the reflective layer is located between the woven material and the carrier and having at least one light source that is optically connected to at least one of the at least two parallel optical fibers. |
| US12012033B2 |
Systems and methods for improving backup lighting visibility
Backup light systems and methods for use in a vehicle. The system includes a backup light configured to generate light in an illumination pattern, a sensor configured to detect data corresponding to a vehicle condition, and an electronic control unit (ECU) coupled to the backup light and the sensor. The ECU is configured to determine the vehicle condition based on the detected data, and adjust an intensity of the light generated by the backup light based on the vehicle condition. |
| US12012032B2 |
Lamp and display device
A lamp may include a display device including a first region and a second region having mutually different references for the number of a failed pixel, and a controller to control the display device. |
| US12012026B2 |
Energy absorbing table for vehicles
An energy absorbing table includes a support assembly and a table assembly. The support assembly includes a sidewall support that mounts to a sidewall, a support post that attaches to a floor, and a table support assembly coupled to the sidewall support and the support post. The table assembly includes a tabletop, at least one energy absorbing assembly, and at least one linear guide assembly. The at least one energy absorbing assembly includes a pair of plunger assemblies secured to the tabletop, and a crush chamber assembly secured to the table support assembly. The crush chamber assembly is configured to slidably receive an end portion of each of the pair of plunger assemblies and includes a pair of energy absorption cores. The at least one linear guide assembly includes a linear guide secured to the tabletop, and a pair of mounts secured to the table support assembly. |
| US12012025B2 |
Occupant support and vehicle with occupant support
An occupant support for a vehicle includes a device configured to enhance comfort and experience of an occupant while the occupant is using the occupant support. |
| US12012024B2 |
Seat with headrest for a locomotive means and locomotive means
A seat with a headrest for a locomotive means includes a carrier or support system for a backrest of the seat, a support element having an installation section, and a guide device. The headrest has a headrest box, wherein the installation section of the support element is arranged on the support system in a stationary manner in the region of the headrest. The headrest box is movably arranged on the guide device, and the headrest box can be locked relative to the guide device in a movement direction. |
| US12012023B2 |
Vehicle seat structure, pad member molding method, and vehicle seat fabrication method
A vehicle seat structure, including: a frame member that forms a framework of the vehicle seat; a pad member that is formed of a foam material and is disposed at a front face side of the frame member; and a first rear face member that is integrated with the pad member at a rear face side of the pad member, the first rear face member including: a main body portion that is fixed to the pad member, and an extension portion that extends from the pad member and is fixed to the frame member. |
| US12012022B2 |
Weft knit interdigitated electrodes for automotive interior heating elements
In an exemplary embodiment, an interior heating system for occupant seats of a vehicle is provided. The interior heating system uses a weft co-knit fabric combined with at least one conductive electrode to heat selective regions of a vehicle seat. The interior heating system includes the weft co-knit fabric that contains a set of weft knit active or plated emitting yarn configured with at least one conductive electrode. The knit active or plated emitting yarn is co-knit with at least one parent yarn for enhanced uniformity of an electrical current applied to at least one conductive electrode from the weft co-knit fabric, and a plurality of conductive electrodes arranged in an interdigitated layout to combine together each conductive electrode with a set of a plurality of conductive co-knit active emitting yarns which attach to each electrode tine of the conductive electrode in a select region. |
| US12012020B2 |
Child seat anchor including energy absorber
A vehicle seat includes a seatback and a child seat tether anchor supported by the seatback. The child seat tether anchor has a first member fixed to the seatback and a second member rotatably supported by the seatback. One of the first member and the second member defines a cavity with internal threads and the other of the first and second member is received in the cavity and has external threads engaged with the internal threads. A strap is on the second member. An energy absorber is in the cavity. The energy absorber is compressible relative to the first member and the second member. |
| US12012019B2 |
Rotating device for vehicle interior item, and rotating device for vehicle seat
A rotating device for a vehicle interior item is provided with latching means that is provided on a side of a base member having a rotation support part, and engagement means that is provided on a side of a rotating member supporting a vehicle interior item and being rotatably supported by the rotation support part, and can be switched between a state in which the engagement means engages with the latching means so as to suppress detachment of the rotating member from the base member and a state in which the engagement with the latching means is released when the rotating member attains the rotatable state, wherein the latching means and the engagement means are disposed further outside than the rotating member in plan view at least when the rotating member is in the non-rotating state. Accordingly, it is possible to suppress an increase in the height while suppressing detachment when the vehicle interior item is not rotating. |
| US12012015B2 |
Door lock assembly for delivery vehicle
A vehicle includes a chassis, a cab coupled to the chassis, a cargo body coupled to the chassis and positioned rearward of the cab, a door coupled to the cab and selectively repositionable relative to the chassis between an open position and a closed position, and a door lock assembly configured to selectively prevent movement of the door from the closed position to the open position. The door lock assembly defines a key aperture configured to receive a key. The door lock assembly is coupled to the cab, and wherein the key aperture is positioned forward of the door. |
| US12012013B2 |
Vehicle, vehicle control device, and charging system
A vehicle includes: a first power line configured to connect an inlet and an energy storage device via a power conversion device; a second power line configured to connect the inlet and the energy storage device without via the power conversion device; a first relay configured to switch between a first electrically connected state in which the second power line is electrically connected and a first electrically disconnected state in which the second power line is electrically disconnected; and a first control device. The first control device is configured to switch the first relay to the first electrically disconnected state when a voltage that can be supplied from the external power supply is lower than a voltage range in which the energy storage device can be charged. |
| US12012003B2 |
Vehicle drive device
An apparatus including a transmission mechanism in a power transfer path between a drive source and wheels; an oil pressure control device supplying lubricating oil to the transmission mechanism; and a control part outputting an electrical instruction to increase a flow rate of the supplied lubricating. When the control part outputs an electrical instruction to the oil pressure control device to increase a flow rate of lubricating oil supplied to the transmission mechanism, and determines that the flow rate of lubricating oil supplied to the transmission mechanism from the oil pressure control device does not increase as indicated by the electrical instruction (time t1), the control part considers that the oil pressure control device is in an abnormal state, and can impose a limitation that an absolute value of torque of the transmission mechanism transferred between the wheels and the drive source be reduced (time t1-t5). |
| US12012001B2 |
Hybrid vehicle inverter wire
Provided is a vehicle capable of suppressing failure of an inverter while suppressing an increase in manufacturing cost by unitizing an engine and a motor. A drive unit as a drive source for travel of the vehicle has the engine and the motor. A torque tube is connected to a rear portion of the motor. The torque tube covers a propeller shaft that is coupled to an output shaft of the drive unit. An inverter is arranged above the torque tube. The inverter is separated from the drive unit and is separated from the torque tube. A terminal of the inverter and a terminal of the motor are connected by three wire harnesses. Each of the wire harnesses has a wire length that is longer than a linear distance connecting the terminal and the terminal by the shortest distance. |
| US12011998B2 |
Vehicle display device
A vehicle display device that includes: a display part having a front-side display part and a rear-side display part provided inside a vehicle cabin, each of the front-side display part and the rear-side display part having a display face; a detection part that detects an orientation and a posture of an occupant; and a control part that selects a display face in accordance with the orientation and the posture of the occupant detected by the detection part, raises the selected display face, and controls display by the display part such that information is displayed at the selected display face. |
| US12011996B2 |
Pedal adjustment system and seat adjustment system, and apparatus using same
A system for adjusting a control pedal distance and orientation relative to a user of a driving-related assembly, the system comprising a moveable pedal plate having a pedal assembly attachment region and at least one distal attachment point located near a distal end region thereof, and at least one proximal pivotable attachment point, each of the distal attachment point and proximal pivotable attachment point having respective distal coupling means and proximal pivotable coupling means. The system further comprises a connecting member having a pivotable coupling means located near respective first and second ends, wherein the pivotable coupling means located near the first end is matable with the proximal pivotable coupling means, and the second end is matable with a connecting member anchor. The system further comprises at least one substantially upright fixation member having a plurality of predetermined coupling points. |
| US12011995B2 |
Electric drive unit with a disconnect assembly and method for operation of said assembly
Methods and systems are provided for a disconnect assembly in an electric drive unit. In one example, the system includes a dog clutch positioned in a differential, configured to selectively mechanically decouple an electric motor from one or more drive wheels, and including a first interface designed to selectively engage a second interface. In such an example, each of the first interface and the second interface include a plurality of teeth, each tooth in the plurality of teeth includes a drive flank and a coast flank, and the coast flank has a first tooth angle greater than a second tooth angle of the drive flank. |
| US12011994B2 |
Driving apparatus
The driving apparatus comprising a first motor, a first gear mechanism having a first input shaft and a first output shaft connected to the first motor, a second motor, and a second gear mechanism having a second input shaft and a second output shaft connected to the second motor. The first gear mechanism is configured such that the first input shaft and the first output shaft are in an intersecting or twisted position, and the second gear mechanism is configured such that the second input shaft and the second output shaft are in an intersecting or twisted position. |
| US12011989B1 |
Direct liquefaction for vehicle refueling
A refueling system may include an inlet tube that fluidly connects to a container containing gaseous hydrogen, a cryocooler including a cold tip and a cold head, the cold tip driven to a hydrogen liquefaction temperature by the cold head, a condensation chamber fluidly connected to the inlet tube to receive the gaseous hydrogen and thermally connected to the cryocooler cold tip, a catalyst disposed in the condensation chamber and that conducts ortho-to-para hydrogen conversion. The cryocooler cold tip absorbs a resulting exothermic reaction. The refueling system may also include a funnel fluidly connected to the condensation chamber and that receives liquid hydrogen from the condensation of the gaseous hydrogen, and a coupling mechanism fluidly connected to the funnel to receive the liquid hydrogen and having a nozzle downwardly movable to fluidly connect from above to an upwards facing tank inlet of a vehicle. |
| US12011986B2 |
Work machine
The present invention relates to a work machine, in particular a wheeled loader, having an electric motor and having oil cooling that is suitable and intended to cool the electric motor and having a driving axle that has an oil reservoir, wherein a feed line from said oil reservoir to the electric motor and a discharge line from the electric motor to said oil reservoir are present and a pump is present to pump oil from the oil reservoir to the electric motor so that the electric motor is cooled by means of oil from the oil reservoir of the driving axle. |
| US12011985B2 |
Axle arrangement for an electric commercial vehicle chassis
Described herein are methods and systems of a chassis of a commercial electric vehicle. In various embodiments, the chassis may include a ladder frame with a plurality of frame rails. Batteries and drive units may be packaged within the frame rails of the ladder frame. The chassis may further include an independent front suspension and batteries may be disposed between the suspension members of the independent front suspension. |
| US12011983B2 |
Vehicle provided with two electric motors
A vehicle having: two front wheels; two rear wheels; two electric motors, which are connected to the two wheels of a same axle; and an electronic power converter to control both electric motors. The electronic power converter has: two groups of power modules; at least one capacitor, which is connected in parallel to a DC input; a container, which houses the two groups of power modules and the capacitor and is provided with a cup-shaped body provided with a lower wall; and a cooling system provided with a chamber, which is configured to be flown through by a cooling liquid. The chamber of the cooling system is delimited, on one side, by the lower wall of the cup-shaped body of the container and, on the other side, by a containing wall, which is arranged at a given distance from the lower wall. |
| US12011975B2 |
Generator movement control
The transportation refrigeration system (100) comprising: a transport container being integrally connected to a vehicle; a transportation refrigeration unit configured to provide conditioned air to the refrigerated cargo space; an energy storage device (350) configured to provide electrical power to the transportation refrigeration unit; an electric generation device (340) configured to generate electrical power from at least one of the wheel (364) and the wheel axle (365) to charge the energy storage device (350) when the electric generation device is activated; an inertial sensor (360) configured to detect at least one of a deceleration of the vehicle and a downward pitch of the vehicle; and a power management module (310) in electrical communication with at least one of the energy storage device (350), the electric generation device (340), and the inertial sensor (360), wherein the power management module activates the electric generation device when the inertial sensor detects at least one of the deceleration of the vehicle and the downward pitch of the vehicle. |
| US12011971B2 |
Automatic air intake sealing
Disclosed embodiments include airflow systems, vehicles, and controllers of airflow units. An illustrative airflow system of a vehicle includes an airflow inlet duct, an airflow intake duct, an air intake door, and an airflow unit. The airflow inlet duct is adapted to draw ambient air. The airflow intake duct is adapted to receive airflow from the airflow inlet duct. The air intake door is positioned therebetween. The airflow unit includes a controller configured to close the air intake door and seal off the air intake duct from the airflow inlet duct in response to receipt of at least one signal indicating at least one condition chosen from 1) a presence of water in the airflow inlet duct, 2) a hood of the vehicle being in an open condition, 3) a presence of rain received from a precipitation sensor, and 4) activation of a predetermined speed setting of a windshield wiper. |
| US12011967B2 |
Heat exchanger module for a motor vehicle
A heat exchange module includes at least a first heat exchanger and a ventilation device intended to generate a flow of air. The ventilation device includes at least one cross-flow fan for setting in motion an air flow and a guide means that includes at least one air guiding element for guiding the air set in motion by the cross-flow fan. The first heat exchanger and the ventilation device are positioned relative to one another in such a way that the air flow set in motion by the ventilation device is fed into the heat exchanger and, when the fan is in operation, this air is drawn in by the cross-flow fan passes through the heat exchanger before entering the cross-flow fan. |
| US12011964B2 |
Method for determining an axle load of a tractor
A method for determining an axle load on a vehicle axle of a tractor includes providing a power lift and a payload coupled thereto, driving the power lift by a hydraulic pump, setting a pump pressure of the hydraulic pump as a function of the coupled payload, detecting the pump pressure by a sensor, and determining the axle load as a function of the detected pump pressure from characteristic data which represents a relationship between the pump pressure and the weight of the payload. |
| US12011963B2 |
Robotic vehicle and a support assembly for a wheel thereof
An assembly for a wheel of a robotic vehicle and a method for overcoming an obstacle for said robotic vehicle. The assembly comprises a first arm portion and a second arm portion, the first arm portion being attachable to a chassis of the robotic vehicle at an attachment point and extending forwardly and downwardly relative to the attachment point in a direction of a movement of the robotic vehicle. The second arm portion is pivotably connected with the first arm portion at an arm pivot point and extends forwardly relative to the arm pivot point in the direction of the movement. The wheel is rotatably mounted on one end of the second arm portion opposed to the arm pivot point. A wheel rotation axis being positioned at least as high as the arm pivot point relative to a surface on which the robotic vehicle is positioned. |
| US12011960B2 |
Kinetic energy shock absorber
A kinetic energy shock absorber is shown and described. The kinetic energy shock absorber is comprised of a sleeve that has a first closed end and a second opened end. A piston is sized to fit within the sleeve and has at least one dosed end. The closed end of the sleeve has a protrusion attached to the closed end, wherein the protrusion has an aperture located therethrough. The dosed end of the piston has a protrusion, wherein the protrusion has an aperture therein. The piston will create electric energy when it enters the sleeve via an electric generation device. The kinetic energy shock absorber is a device that may be attached to an existing vehicle shock. The kinetic, energy shock absorber may also be used as a replacement shock for a motor vehicle. |
| US12011951B1 |
Scratchless decorative cover
The present disclosure is directed at decorative and protective covers for wheels, or wheel simulators for wheels. More particularly, the present disclosure is directed at an improved attachment between the wheel simulator and the wheel and a device and method for a decorative cover or trim over a motor vehicle wheel without scratching the main painted or polished wheel surface. |
| US12011946B2 |
Transaction cards with discontinuous metal strata
A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum with a desired degree of electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer, such as a glass or other transparent layer. A transaction module disposed in the first layer is electrically isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may include a plurality of isolated metal features that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern that is visibly opaque to the naked eye. |
| US12011945B2 |
Methods for designing and producing a security feature
A method of designing at least an area of a printed image in a security feature is provided. The security feature comprises an array of optical elements overlaying the printed image. The method comprises designing an icon matrix comprising rows and columns of pixels having pixel values representing an icon to be viewed by a user of the security feature; determining a desired gap size to provide a desired magnification of the icon; generating an array of two dimensional matrices of pixels, wherein the array comprises a sequence of repeated sets of matrices, wherein each set comprises a first number of matrices of a first type having a first size and a second number of matrices of a second type having a second size, wherein the matrix of the first type and the matrix of the second type are based on the icon matrix, and wherein the first number, second number, first size, and second size are selected such that, the mean size of each matrix within the set deviates from the modal matrix size by the desired gap size. A printed image for a security feature is also provided. |
| US12011943B2 |
Image forming apparatus
An image forming apparatus includes: a first supplying device configured to supply a first ink onto a recording medium to form a non-color print layer on the recording medium, the first ink comprising non-color particles; and a second supplying device configured to supply a second ink onto the recording medium having the non-color print layer formed thereon, to form a color print layer on the recording medium, the second ink including color pigment particles that are decolored when heated. |
| US12011939B2 |
System for positioning a golf ball in a high speed printing line
A device for transporting and positioning a golf ball has a shuttle configured to be attached to a track for movement along the track relative to a printing station. The device has a golf ball holder attached to the shuttle. The golf ball holder maintains an orientation of the golf ball. The device also has at least one plate configured to move the golf ball holder between an with respect to the shuttle and the printing station. The at least one plate enables position registration of the golf ball for printing. |
| US12011937B2 |
Replication alignment of components for use in inkjet printing applications
Techniques for more accurately and efficiently replicating the alignment of one or more printer components with respect to another printer component are described herein. Replication may be achieved by using a fixture and a connection media to create a near exact replica of features of the fixture, or to temporarily hold multiple printer components in position while a joining layer of the connection media hardens. More specifically, a connection media, such as epoxy, can be used to fill an intentionally-established gap between connecting bodies or components that are held in a predetermined position by the replication fixture. The replication fixture represents a mechanical mounting interface that influences the position of a print head (or an array of print heads) within a printer housing or printing mechanism. Joining printer components in such a manner enables a stable mechanical coupling to be formed that does not require post operations. |
| US12011931B2 |
Refill system and method
A fluid supply device includes a variable fluid volume to contain a supply of fluid and a variable gas volume to receive pressurized gas to pressurize the supply of fluid. A method of monitoring the fluid supply device may include controlling a gas pressure of the pressurized gas to feed the fluid from the fluid volume, the gas pressure varying in a plurality of pressurization cycles; monitoring a parameter of the pressurization cycles; and determining a change in fill state of the fluid volume as a function of the monitored parameter. |
| US12011929B2 |
Ink jet printer including wiper to wipe nozzle surface and wiper cleaner to clean wiper
A printer includes an ink head including a nozzle surface on which a nozzle is provided, a wiper extending upward to wipe the nozzle surface, a wiper mover to move the wiper in a sub-scanning direction, a wiper cleaner disposed downstream of a carriage and extending downward to remove ink adhering to the wiper, and a controller configured or programmed to control the wiper mover. The controller is configured or programmed to control the wiper mover such that the nozzle surface is wiped by the wiper after bringing the wiper into contact with the wiper cleaner or to bring the wiper into contact with the wiper cleaner after wiping the nozzle surface by the wiper. |
| US12011928B2 |
Self-cleaning nozzle plate
A nozzle plate of a fluid ejection head for a fluid ejection device, a fluid ejection head containing the nozzle plate, and a method for making the fluid ejection head containing the nozzle plate. The nozzle plate includes an array of nozzle holes and a fluid channel layer attached to an exposed surface of the nozzle plate, wherein the fluid channel layer comprises a fluid channel formed in the fluid channel layer adjacent to each nozzle hole for urging fluid from each nozzle hole. |
| US12011925B2 |
Printing appartus
The present disclosure relates to a printing apparatus, and the printing apparatus according to the present disclosure includes an optical unit for expanding and displaying a hitting point of ink, from above a substrate; and a nozzle unit for ejecting the ink, wherein the nozzle unit includes a nozzle body that is obliquely disposed with respect to the substrate; and a nozzle that is coupled to the nozzle body, and has a flow path from which the ink is ejected, and has a tip that is bended towards the substrate. |
| US12011923B2 |
System and method for generating pre-fire pulses during a printing pause
A controller for a print head of an inkjet printing device is described that is configured to generate a virtual timing signal during a printing pause of the printing device, and to use the virtual timing signal for the generation of pre-ejection pulses in order to produce a reliable regeneration of the nozzles of the print head during the printing pause. |
| US12011922B2 |
Print element substrate, printhead, and printing apparatus
A print element substrate, comprising a base, a heater provided on the base and configured to generate heat used to discharge ink, a flow path member, which forms an ink flow path, configured to form, together with the base, a bubbling chamber in which the ink is bubbled by the heat of the heater provided in a bottom surface of the bubbling chamber, and a temperature sensor capable of detecting a temperature of the bubbling chamber, the temperature sensor being formed of the same material as the heater and provided in the same layer as the heater on the base. |
| US12011916B2 |
Wash-up blade
Provided is an apparatus suitable for use as a printer wash-up blade. Also provided is a method of cleaning a roller on a rotary printing press using the above apparatus. |
| US12011914B2 |
Curved glass constructions and methods for forming same
The disclosure relates to fame constructions comprising a glass substrate and a curved surface defining at least one curvature, wherein the engagement of the glass substrate with the curved surface imparts a curvature on the glass substrate. |
| US12011908B2 |
Stretchable display panel and display device
A stretchable display panel and a display device are disclosed. The stretchable display device includes a display area and a wiring area. Each of bridge structures in a transition display area gradually increases in width in a direction from a middle display area to the wiring area. A plurality of first openings are defined on a side of the transition display area adjacent to the wiring area. Each of the first openings has opposite ends located within a boundary area defined by a connecting line connecting centers of adjacent island structures corresponding to the opposite ends of the first opening. In this manner, a hollow ratio of the transition display area close to the wiring area can be reduced, and risk of breakage of lines in the transition display area can be lowered. |
| US12011905B2 |
Flooring panel
The invention relates to a flooring panel suitable for constructing a floor covering, which panel comprises a core layer and a decorative top layer and a layer situated between the core layer and the decorative top layer which enables improves sound performance. |
| US12011904B2 |
Production method for laminate of fluorosilicone rubber and silicone rubber
A production method for a laminate of a fluorosilicone rubber and a silicone rubber is provided. The production method comprises the following steps: (1) curing a fluorosilicone rubber composition comprising: (A) an organopolysiloxane having alkenyl groups and fluoroalkyl groups, (B) an organopolysiloxane having silicon atom-bonded hydrogen atoms and fluoroalkyl groups, and (C) a hydrosilylation reaction catalyst; (2) laminating a silicone rubber composition comprising: (D) an organopolysiloxane having alkenyl groups and not having fluoroalkyl groups, and (E) an organic peroxide on a surface of a fluorosilicone rubber produced in step (1) above; and (3) curing a silicone rubber composition layer in a laminate produced in step (2) above. A laminate in which a fluorosilicone rubber layer and a silicone rubber layer are adhered well using a hydrosilylation reaction curable fluorosilicone rubber composition is produced. |
| US12011903B2 |
Laminated glazing panel
A laminated glazing panel comprising first and second sheets of glazing material joined by an interlayer structure comprising a first sheet of adhesive interlayer material is described. Inboard of a peripheral edge of the first sheet of glazing material, the first sheet of glazing material has a hole therein. The laminated glazing panel further comprises a glazing fitting secured thereto, the glazing fitting comprising a head portion and an attachment feature. The head portion is positioned in the hole such that a first surface thereof faces the first sheet of adhesive interlayer material. Some of the first sheet of adhesive interlayer material is in the hole and is operatively associated with the first attachment feature thereby attaching the glazing fitting to the first sheet of adhesive interlayer material. Suitable glazing fittings and methods of making such laminated glazing panels are also described. |
| US12011902B2 |
Hot-dip coated steel sheet
The present invention relates to a method for the manufacture of a hot-dip coated steel sheet coated with a zinc or an aluminum based coating including the provision of a specific steel sheet, a recrystallization annealing with specific heating, soaking and cooling sub-steps using an inert gas and a hot-dip coating; the hot dip coated steel sheet and the use of the hot-dip coated steel sheet. |
| US12011895B2 |
Footwear soles and other structures with internal sipes created by 3D printing
A method of making a device by a three-dimensional (3D) printing process, the method comprising a step of excluding, during the 3D printing process, the printing in one or more defined areas of one or more layers of the device in order to form at least one internal sipe in said device, the sipe being defined by two opposing surfaces that are configured to contact one another and slide against each other when said device is in a loaded condition, as viewed in a single plane cross-section; or wherein during the 3D printing process the internal sipe is formed by the exclusion of one or more print particles (3D dots) in many layers of the device, as viewed in a single plane cross-section. |
| US12011891B2 |
Method and tool for manufacturing a quadrangular shell made of composite material
A method for manufacturing a quadrangular shell having five faces and non-developable trihedral connectors between the faces. Plies having continuous fibers are cut to cover the five faces of the shell outside of the trihedral connector zones. Four connector components consolidated in the shape of the trihedral connectors are obtained. Each of the components includes an integration zone between the plies. Plies are positioned and laid up. The four consolidated components are inserted in the trihedral connection zones by inserting the integration zones between two plies to form an assembly obtain a preform. The preform is placed in a tool and the consolidation of the stack of fibrous plies is performed by subjecting the assembly to a predetermined pressure/temperature cycle. |
| US12011889B2 |
Cauls having integrated edge seals and sealing method
A composite part layup is compacted and cured on a mandrel using one or more cauls that are sealed together and to the mandrel, creating a vacuum tight enclosure over the composite part layup. |
| US12011886B2 |
Carbon frame and manufacturing method therefor
Proposed are a carbon frame and a method of manufacturing the same capable of improving torsional stiffness. The method includes the steps of: (a) preparing at least two forms; (b) wrapping up the forms with vinyl sheets; (c) laminating carbon prepregs on the vinyl sheets; (d) combining the forms to put the combined forms in a mold; and (e) injecting heat and wind into the vinyl sheets. |
| US12011883B2 |
Electric heating pad
An electric heating pad for warming a patient. The electric heating pad may be a heated underbody support, heated mattress or heated mattress overlay. An embodiment of the heating pad includes a flexible sheet-like heating element including an upper edge, a lower edge, and at least two side edges. The heating pad may also include a shell covering the heating element and comprising at least two sheets of flexible material (e.g., two sheets may be one sheet folded over to form at least two sheets). The two sheets of flexible material may be coupled together about the edges of the heating element by a weld. The material of the two sheets may include urethane. In some embodiments, a catalyst to accelerate hydrogen peroxide decomposition is coated on or impregnated into an element within the shell, or on the interior surface of the shell. |
| US12011874B2 |
Strain sensors
A strain sensor can include a resistor, a first electrical contact at a first end of the resistor, and a second electrical contact at a second end of the resistor. The resistor can be formed of a matrix of sintered elemental transition metal particles interlocked with a matrix of fused thermoplastic polymer particles. |
| US12011872B2 |
Additive manufacture-assisted method for making structural elements having controlled failure characteristics
A process for making a layered multi-material structural element having controlled mechanical failure characteristics. The process includes the steps of: supplying a cementitious layer and forming a polymer layer on the cementitious layer by additive manufacture such that the polymer layer has a first thickness and the cementitious layer has a second thickness, wherein the polymer layer comprises a polymer and the cementitious layer comprises a cementitious material; and allowing the polymer from the polymer layer to suffuse into the cementitious layer for a period of time to obtain a suffused zone in the cementitious layer such that the suffused zone has a third thickness that is less than half the second thickness. |
| US12011871B2 |
Processes for formation of porous biologically compatible scaffold structures
A method of forming a porous structure involves mixing a solvent with a curable material which disperses in the solvent such that the mixture has greater than 50% solvent content. The mixture is deposited on a substrate and viscosity of the mixture is increased. The curable material in the mixture is cured while a shape of the curable material is maintained by the solvent. After curing, the solvent is removed from the structure. |
| US12011865B2 |
Removing wrinkles adjacent to a joint
A system and method for removing a wrinkle adjacent to a joint between a first surface material and a second surface material, different from the first surface material. The system and method may include directing a flow of air creating an air wall across the first surface material adjacent to the joint where the wrinkle is being removed from the second surface material; directing heat onto the wrinkle in the second surface material; and working out the wrinkle from the second surface material while the second surface material is at an elevated temperature. |
| US12011864B2 |
Method and apparatus for pinning the edges of an extruded mass
A method for pinning the edges of an extruded polymeric mass and an edge-pinning group are described. |
| US12011857B2 |
Cuboctahedron lattice materials
A method for the design, manufacture, and assembly of modular lattice structures composed of cuboctahedron unit cells. |
| US12011850B2 |
Adjustable mold for producing precast concrete top panels having varying geometries for use in mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) retaining wall
Various embodiments of an adjustable mold are disclosed for forming a precast concrete top panel for a modular earth retaining wall, for example but not limited to, a modular mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) retaining wall. The adjustable mold has a support base with a top surface, bottom surface, and surrounding periphery. A plurality of rails is mounted to the support base and upstand generally perpendicular from the support base. The rails are collectively attached together to form a closed lateral side boundary with an open top designed to receive liquified concrete. The support base and rails are designed to form sides of the precast concrete top panel. The rails can be adjusted to change a geometric shape associated with the closed lateral boundary in order to enable production of different top panels having different lateral boundaries, and therefore geometries. |
| US12011842B2 |
Shaving razor system
A shaving razor system having a handle having a first end with a top surface defining recessed surface between a pair of guide surfaces. A shaving razor cartridge is removably mounted to the first end of the handle. The shaving razor cartridge includes a housing and a blade carrier assembly. The blade carrier assembly has a blade carrier with a blade platform at a first end, a tab extending from the blade platform to a second end. The tab has a crest positioned within the recessed surface of the handle. A blade is mounted to the blade platform. The blade has a cutting edge. The tab is positioned between a pair of guide members on the housing that engage the corresponding guide surfaces of the handle. |
| US12011840B2 |
Rotatable tool head
A tool includes a tool body, a tool head, and an actuator. The tool head is rotatable with respect to the tool body. The actuator can rotate together with the tool head. The actuator is movable between a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration, the actuator and the tool head cannot rotate with respect to the tool body. In the second configuration, the actuator and the tool head can rotate with respect to the tool body. |
| US12011837B2 |
Intent based control of a robotic device
A method performed by an autonomous device includes identifying a current movement of an operator based on monitoring the operator of the autonomous device. The method also includes inferring an intended direction of travel for the autonomous device based identifying the current movement. The method further includes identifying one or more objects in a current environment and limitations of the current environment. The method still further includes determining the action to be performed based on inferring the intended direction of travel and also identifying the one or more objects and the limitations of the current environment. The method also includes performing, by the autonomous device, the action. |
| US12011836B2 |
Cloud based computer-implemented system and method for computer-assisted planning and simulation of robot motions in construction
The present invention relates to a computer-implemented system. The system includes: an internet capable device installed with a web browser to enable web browsing to access an internet; and a cloud computing server system available on the internet and configured to: cause a visualization interface to be displayed on the web browser; receive a user instruction corresponding to a user interaction with the visualization interface inputted through the web browser; import an extracted building information modelling data from external; plan and simulate a robot motion path and a sequence of motions partly based on the extracted building information modelling data by selectively performing intelligent algorithms according to the user instruction; and generate a predetermined motion command set including the determined robot motion path and sequence of motions for a robotic device to move accordingly to prefabricate a plurality of construction components. |
| US12011835B2 |
Engineering autonomous systems with reusable skills
A computer-implemented method of engineering autonomous system with reusable skills includes displaying a graphical user interface simulating a physical environment. The graphical user interface depicts one or more simulated objects corresponding to one or more physical objects. Graphical markers are created on the simulated objects based on instructions provided by a user via the graphical user interface. The position and orientation of each graphical marker is determined with respect to the simulated objects. A skill function is created which comprises a functional description for using a controllable physical device to interact with the physical objects based on the position and orientation of each graphical marker. Executable code operable to perform the skill function is created and used to actuate the controllable physical device. |
| US12011829B2 |
Substrate transport with unequal number of drive shafts and arm links
A substrate transport arm including a first link, a second link, a third link, and a mechanical transmission including a pulley. The third link includes an end effector configured to support a substrate thereon. The mechanical transmission is configured to control rotation of the third link on the second link as a function of an angle between the first and second links such that, as the first and second links are rotated relative to each other, the wrist joint follows a wrist path which includes a curved portion. Rotation of the third link relative to the second link is completely mechanically dependent upon rotational location of the second link on the first link. The rotation of the third link about the second link is mechanically constrained and limited by mechanical dependence based upon the function of the angle between the first and second links. |
| US12011821B2 |
Insulating tool cover assembly
The present specification relates to an electrically insulating tool cover assembly adapted to cover at least a front portion of a power tool, comprising a first and a second cover portion adapted to, in use, together cover the front portion of the power tool, and a releasable retaining element adapted to cooperate with a corresponding mating structure at the first and second cover portions, in order to hold the first and second cover portions together. The first and second cover portions and the retaining element are made of an electrically insulating material, such that in use, an electrical insulation may be provided for at least a part of the front portion of the power tool, and the first end is a front end of the tool cover assembly adapted to, in use, be arranged at the front end of the power tool. |
| US12011819B2 |
Head replaceable electric tool with safety mechanism
The present disclosure provides a head replaceable electric tool with a safety mechanism, which has a tool body and at least one working head, the working head is detachable; the tool body has a machine body housing, a motor mounted in the machine body housing, and a working head engagement device arranged at an output end of the tool body; a switch body is arranged on the tool body; a button is arranged on the switch body; a locking device is arranged in the tool body; a main body of the locking device is arranged in the machine body housing and is arranged concentrically with the working head engagement device; the locking device is connected to an inner wall of the machine body housing through screw threads or a slope; and a safety mechanism for locking the button is arranged between the tool body and the working head. |
| US12011817B2 |
Electrical tool having driving shock absorbing structure
An electrical tool includes a housing, a motor, a bearing set and a shock-absorbing element. The motor is disposed in the housing and has a driving shaft and a nut. The bearing set is arranged on a side of the motor and includes a bearing seat, a bearing and a tool spindle. The tool spindle has a slot disposed at one end thereof facing the motor, and another end thereof is disposed protrusively from the bearing seat. One end of the driving shaft is combined in the slot through the nut. The shock-absorbing element sheathes the nut and is attached to an inner wall of the slot to reduce the vibration and noise during the operation of the electrical tool. |
| US12011814B2 |
Multispeed power tool
A tool with a transmission assembly having a reduction gearset and a speed selector. The speed selector has a member, an actuator and a shifter assembly. The member is movable between a first position, in which the member is non-rotatable, and a second position in which the member is coupled to a planet carrier of the reduction gearset for common rotation. The actuator includes a pivoting yoke and a follower that is coupled to the yoke. The follower engages the member so as to be axially movable with the follower. The shifter assembly has a selector switch, a switch fork, and a pair of springs. The selector switch is slidable between a first switch position and a second switch position. The switch fork is slidably coupled to the selector switch and receives the yoke. The springs cooperate to bias the switch fork relative to the selector switch into a neutral position. |
| US12011812B2 |
High-power cordless, hand-held power tool including a brushless direct current motor
A cordless, hand-held power tool, such as a hammer drill/driver, a drill/driver, an impact driver, an impact wrench, etc., that includes a brushless direct current (“BLDC”) motor. Each of the hand-held power tool includes a removable and rechargeable battery pack, electronics, and a BLDC motor that have been designed and balanced to produce a high-performance-capable (e.g., high-power, high-current, high-torque) hand-held power tool. The hand-held power tool is capable of delivering high instantaneous (i.e., short duration) current to the BLDC motor for short-duration high power operation and high continuous (i.e., long duration) current to the BLDC motor for long duration high power operation. Additionally, the short and long duration power is capable of being provided in a smaller (in size) and lighter (in weight). |
| US12011808B2 |
Workpiece securing device
This disclosure is directed to a method for forming and using one or more workpiece securing devices to reduce the deflections and vibrations of the workpiece during machining, as well as the time and labor associated with machining multiple workpieces. The method includes depositing material onto a surface of a movable jaw of a vise to form a first jaw protrusion and depositing material onto a surface of a stationary jaw of the vise to form a second jaw protrusion. A workpiece can be secured between the first and second jaw protrusions and then can be machined. |
| US12011805B2 |
System and method of cleaning a heat exchanger
Methods and systems for cleaning inner surfaces of tubes in a heat exchanger. Some systems include a cleaning device having a nozzle configured to inject cleaning fluid into first and second tubes to perform different first and second cleaning cycles on the tubes, respectively, a controller configured to determine delivery parameters for the cleaning cycles based on a characteristic of each tube, and to control the cleaning device to perform the cleaning cycles based on the delivery parameters. Some methods include determining, with a controller, a tube in the heat exchanger engaged with a nozzle of a cleaning device for injecting a cleaning fluid into the tube during a cleaning cycle, a characteristic of the tube, and a delivery parameter of the cleaning cycle for the tube based on the characteristic of the tube; and performing the cleaning cycle for the tube based on the delivery parameter. |
| US12011804B1 |
Vacuum dust shroud system and methods
A vacuum shroud system can include a shroud body having a top surface and a bottom surface, with a plurality of air holes defined by the shroud body and extending from the top surface to the bottom surface. A vacuum attachment void and a grinder attachment void may be defined by the shroud body, each extending from the top surface to the bottom surface. The vacuum shroud system may also include an adjustable collar disposed over the grinder attachment void of the shroud body to attach a grinder to the shroud body. The system may include a cover securable to the top surface of the shroud body, where the cover overhangs a top edge of the top surface. A vacuum hose may be securable within the vacuum attachment void, with a wall of the vacuum attachment void determining an outlet angle for the vacuum hose. |
| US12011796B2 |
Timepiece fitting
A fitting (20) for holding a flat component (1), including radial support stops (2; 3), and a chamber (40) bordered by jaws (21; 22) including clamping surfaces (310; 320) for holding the component (1), open on one side by a recess (41; 42) to perform an operation on the component (1), this fitting (20) is deformable between an open position and a closed position around the component (1) tightened by said jaws (21; 22) subjected to a closing force exerted by manoeuvring means arranged to bring these jaws (21; 22) closer to each other. |
| US12011794B2 |
Compressed gas-operated apparatus and compressed gas machining system
The invention relates to a compressed gas-operated apparatus, which comprises a tool unit and a receiving unit for accommodating the tool unit, wherein the tool unit comprises a stator and a rotor that is rotatingly drivable about a rotational axis relative to the stator while being applied with compressed gas, wherein the tool unit is deflectable relative to the receiving unit from a starting position that is predeterminable by means of the receiving unit into one or more deflection positions. In order to provide a compressed gas-operated apparatus of that type, with which an increased process security can be ensured, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that the apparatus comprises a sensor device for determining a deflection state of the tool unit relative to the receiving unit. The invention also relates to a compressed gas machining system. |
| US12011782B2 |
Method and apparatus for performing contactless laser fabrication and propulsion of freely moving structures
A method and apparatus for using a laser to form and release an element of an actuator. The method comprising forming an actuator from sheet stock using a laser, where the actuator is three dimensional; releasing an element of the actuator from the sheet stock using the laser; and moving the released part relative to the sheet stock using laser ablation propulsion. |
| US12011775B2 |
Steel joined body and method for manufacturing the same
A steel joined body includes a plurality of steels joined together, the plurality of steels including a joint interface having a carbon concentration of 0.20 mass % or more and 2.10 mass % or less, and the steel joined body including a concentration gradient layer having a carbon concentration decreasing with distance from the joint interface. |
| US12011770B2 |
Hole-saw with brazed or welded endcap
A hole-saw, including a sidewall and an endcap, is provided. The endcap includes projections that fit within notches of the sidewall to form a brazed or welded joint that couples the endcap to the cylindrical sidewall. The projections extend through the notches and are brazed or welded to the base of the sidewall. The endcap couples to the sidewall to form a cylindrical hole saw body. The endcap rotates and supports the hole-saw during operation. |
| US12011768B2 |
Lathe
A lathe capable of shortening a spindle with respect to a spindle axis direction. A spindle provided with a chuck at the front end thereof is rotatably supported on a support by bearings. A chuck operating apparatus includes a tilt claw and a shifter. A built-in motor is disposed between the bearings to rotate the spindle. The claw is provided outside the spindle and between the bearings. The claw has a movable end whose distance from the spindle axis varies between a first posture to bring the chuck into the opened state and a second posture to bring the chuck into the closed state. The shifter is provided outside the claw and movable in the spindle axis direction to be brought in a first position to bring the claw into the first posture and in a second position to bring the claw into the second posture. |
| US12011760B2 |
Ejector device, 3D printer employing the ejector device and method of 3D printing
A 3D printer includes an ejector device for mixing and ejecting print material. The ejector device includes a substrate and a plurality of ejector conduits on the substrate. The ejector conduits are arranged in an array. Each ejector conduit includes a first passageway fluidly connecting a first end of the ejector conduit to a conduit junction. The first end is configured to accept a first print material. Each ejector conduit also includes a second passageway fluidly connecting a second end of the ejector conduit to the conduit junction. The second end is configured to accept a second print material. Each ejector conduit also includes a third passageway fluidly connecting a third end of the ejector conduit to the conduit junction. The third end includes an ejector nozzle. The ejector nozzle includes a first electrode and a second electrode. |
| US12011758B2 |
Short belt side dam for twin belt caster
A side dam for a continuous metal casting apparatus includes an insulator and a belt system having an endless belt. The endless belt includes a belt surface, and the endless belt is movable relative to the insulator such that a portion of the belt surface is configured to face a casting cavity of the continuous metal casting apparatus as the endless belt is moved. In some examples, the endless belt is movable in a plane of motion that is perpendicular to the belt surface. |
| US12011757B2 |
Fixing device, fixing method, and structure
A fixing device places and layers a plurality of members between a die and a punch disposed in an opposed manner, and presses and fixes the plurality of members. The plurality of members include a first member including a first fixation portion, a second member including a second fixation portion smaller than the first fixation portion, and a third member including a third fixation portion larger than the second fixation portion. The die includes a projected portion that protrudes toward the punch, and the punch includes a sheltering portion recessed along a shape of the second fixation portion. The die and the punch press the first fixation portion and the third fixation portion, thereby forming an extruded portion and forming a recess-projection fitting structure EG in a thickness direction, so that the second fixation portion is sandwiched and fixed therebetween. |
| US12011749B2 |
Roll stand
The invention relates to a roll stand, comprising: a working roll, which is mounted in the roll stand floatingly and for rotation about an axis of rotation extending axially and which has two axially opposite end faces; and at least one bearing assembly, which is arranged on one of the two end faces of the working roll and by means of which the working roll is floatingly supported in the roll stand and which has a housing, in which the working roll is mounted using a fixed bearing. According to the invention, the bearing assembly has a supporting device, by means of which the bearing assembly can be axially supported in the roll stand. |
| US12011748B2 |
Generating device based on friction drive for gear involute artifact with long-rolled path length by rolling method
A generating device based on friction drive for gear involute artifact with long-rolled path length by rolling method is proposes. The device includes a roller component, rail component and friction-driven component, wherein the roller component consists of a gear involute artifact with long rolled length, a mandrel, a multi-ball bearing for gear involute artifact, the base-circle plates, the parallel sleeves, a multi-ball bearing, the plain washers, the cross washers, and the locking nuts; the rail component consists of a foundation, a location baffle for base-circle plates, rails, the baffles, a location baffle for rail, copper washers, the connecting screws and the set screws of the rail; and the friction-driven component consists of a friction block, a motorized linear sliding table, a vertical sliding table, a vertical foundation and an adapter. It has good market application prospect and popularization value. |
| US12011731B2 |
Faceplate tensioning method and apparatus to prevent droop
Embodiments of showerheads for use in a process chamber and methods of reducing drooping of a showerhead faceplate are provided herein. In some embodiments, a showerhead for use in a process chamber includes: a faceplate having a plurality of gas distribution holes disposed therethrough; and one or more cables that engage with the faceplate and configured to prestress the faceplate. |
| US12011730B2 |
Apparatus for stabilizing a loose showerhead
A shower stabilizer assembly for use in connection with a broken or loose showerhead assembly is provided. The assembly includes a stabilizer plate, one or more spacers of varying sizes/thicknesses, and a plurality of fasteners to secure the stabilizer plate to a structure. The stabilizer plate comprises a cylindrically shaped spacer contact nipple having a first end affixed to a flange that extends outwardly from the spacer contact nipple and has a circular opening aligned with an interior of the cylindrically shaped spacer contact nipple for receiving a shower pipe arm of the showerhead assembly. The opening in the flange and interior of the cylindrically shaped spacer contact nipple are sized to receive the shower pipe arm. |
| US12011726B2 |
Flotation line
A flotation line for treating mineral ore particles suspended in slurry is disclosed. The flotation line includes a rougher part with at least one rougher flotation cell from which overflow is arranged to flow directly into a cleaner flotation line; and a scavenger part with at least two scavenger flotation cells from which overflow is arranged to flow back into a rougher flotation cell, or into a regrinding step and then into a cleaner flotation line. Underflow from a last scavenger flotation cell is arranged to be removed from the flotation line as tailings. At least 75% of the flotation cells include a mechanical agitator including a system for introducing flotation gas into the flotation cell. At least one of the flotation cells of the flotation line includes a mechanical agitator including a microbubble generator for introducing microbubbles into the slurry. |
| US12011722B2 |
Crushing of core samples
A crusher for cylindrical core samples has two oscillating wear plates. Each wear plate has an angled introductory portion, which open to a mouth sufficiently large to receive core samples having diameter above 100 mm. Each wear plate has at least one intermediate surface extending between each angled introductory portion and a curved central portion of the wear plate. |
| US12011719B2 |
Digital microfluidic system for single-cell isolation and characterization of analytes
In accordance with embodiments herein a method for capturing cells of interest in a digital microfluidic system is provided, comprising utilizing a droplet actuator to transport a sample droplet to a microwell device. The microwell device includes a substrate having a plurality of microwells that open onto a droplet operations surface of the microwell device. The sample droplet includes cells of interest that enter the microwells. The method introduces capture beads to the microwells, and the capture elements are immobilized on the capture beads. The method utilizes the droplet actuator to transport a cell lysis reagent droplet to the microwell device. Portions of the cell lysis reagent droplet enter the microwells and, during an incubation period, cause the cells of interest to release analyte that is captured by the capture elements on the capture beads. |
| US12011718B2 |
Blood diagnostic device
The present invention relates to a blood diagnostic device, which includes one or more blood input parts into which blood is injected, a deterministic lateral displacement separation part which communicates with the blood input part to form a blood flow path along which the blood flows and separates white blood cells from remaining blood components, a first microchannel which communicates with the deterministic lateral displacement separation part so that the white blood cells separated through the deterministic lateral displacement separation part flow therein, one or more second microchannels which communicate with the deterministic lateral displacement separation part so that the remaining blood components separated through the deterministic lateral displacement separation part flow therein, a first discharge part which communicates with the first microchannel so that the white blood cells flowing in the first microchannel are discharged therethrough, and a second discharge part which communicates with the second microchannel. |
| US12011708B2 |
Organic frame material having cobalt-containing isopoly-molybdic acid metal, method of manufacturing the same, and application thereof
An organic frame material having a cobalt-containing isopoly-molybdic acid metal, a method of manufacturing the same, and applications thereof are provided. The organic frame material having a cobalt-containing isopoly-molybdic acid metal includes a three-dimensional network structure comprising cobalt ions coordinated with 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-bis (1,2,4-triazole-1-methyl) benzene ligands and trinuclear molybdate anions. The organic frame material having a cobalt-containing isopoly-molybdic acid metal has higher catalytic activity towards the bulk ring-opening of p-dioxanone. The resulting poly(p-dioxanone) has a weight average molecular weight exceeding 70,000 and is capable of being applied in the field of high polymer materials. |
| US12011702B2 |
System and method for preparing ultrafine silica by leaching silicate ore using hydrogen chloride gas
Provided is a system and a method for preparing ultrafine silica by leaching silicate ore using hydrogen chloride gas, comprising an ore raw material feeding device, an ejector, a stirring tank and a liquid-solid separation device. A circulated material outlet of a stirred tank is connected with a liquid inlet of an ejector through a circulation pipe; a liquid outlet of the ejector is connected with a circulated material inlet of the stirred tank; a material outlet of a raw ore feeding apparatus is connected with the circulation pipe; and the circulated material outlet of the stirred tank is connected with a solid-liquid separation apparatus. Based on the system and method in the present disclosure, an industrially feasible solution for preparing silica by continuously leaching a silicate ore is provided. The dissolution efficiency of ores and the utilization of hydrochloric acid are greatly increased. |
| US12011699B2 |
Mixing apparatus and mixing system for mixing fluids
A mixing apparatus for mixing fluids, in particular inks of different colours for fountain pens, the mixing apparatus comprising containers (12a-12d), each adapted for storing a fluid, a tube element (13a-13e), for each container (12a-12d), connected to the container (12a-12d) and having a dispensing end portion at its end being opposite the container (12a-12d), a fluid feed device adapted for dispensing fluid from the containers (12a-12d) via the dispensing end portions, and a mixing space part encasing element (45) having a mixing space part in its inner space, the dispensing end portions of the tube elements (13a-13e) are arranged to extend into the mixing space part, and a filling unit (10) having a base portion (44) and a neck portion (40) adapted for holding the mixing space part encasing element (45), and the base portion (44) and the neck portion (40) are configured to be movable relative to each other, and are adapted for encompassing a container (25) being connectible to the fluid discharge portion. The invention is furthermore a mixing system for mixing fluids comprising a data entry unit (200), a control unit, and the mixing apparatus. The invention is furthermore a fountain pen (100) comprising a container (25) adapted for storing ink which is filled up applying the mixing apparatus. |
| US12011698B2 |
Intermixing device having cone shaped extensions and method for intermixing a compound
Device and method for intermixing a mass. The device includes a container and a mixing unit arranged on the container. The mixing unit includes at least one piston that is positioned in the container, and is movable in a linear direction and has at least one mixing element. The mixing element extends around the piston and includes an upper planar surface and an opposed lower planar surface. The mixing element further includes cone-shaped extensions extending from the lower planar surface and conically tapering in the linear direction away from the lower planar surface to an opening at an end of the cone-shaped extensions facing a bottom of the container to facilitate movement of the piston in the linear direction for intermixing the mass. |