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Methods for making and using composites, polymer scaffolds, and composite scaffolds

The present invention relates to methods of making and using composites and scaffolds as implantable devices useful for tissue repair, guided tissue regeneration, and tissue engineering. In particular, the present invention relates to methods of making and using compression molded resorbable thermoplastic polymer composites which can be subsequently processed with non-organic solvents to create porous, resorbable thermoplastic polymer scaffolds or composite scaffold with interconnected porosity. Furthermore, these composites or scaffolds can be coated with an organic and / or inorganic material.
Owner:LOREM VASCULAR PTE LTD

Microfluidic Synthesis of Organic Nanoparticles

The present invention provides microfluidic systems and methods for the production of particles (e.g., nanoparticles) for drug delivery. The present invention provides microfluidic devices useful for production of particles by nanoprecipitation. The present invention provides highly homogenous compositions of particles produced by inventive microfluidic devices.
Owner:THE BRIGHAM & WOMEN S HOSPITAL INC +1

Method and system for supporting coordination and collaboration of multiple shoppers

System and method for supporting coordination and collaboration of multiple users, such as shoppers, in an activity. Individual lists are organized, each list associated with a different participating user and including multiple entries promoting efficiency in the activity, each entry describing an item to be located and / or obtained by the user. Each list is accessible on an electronic device by each user, where a user can obtain or locate the items described on that user's list during the activity. In another aspect, users can communicate messages and list changes and locate other users during the activity.
Owner:IBM CORP

Biased utility receptacle assembly

A pivoting utility receptacle assembly for use with a work surface, such as a desktop. The assembly includes a base member positionable within an opening in the work surface and a receptacle member that is pivotally mounted to the base member. A biasing member is engaged between the receptacle member and the base member, and biases the receptacle member to a partially exposed position with respect to the base member. The assembly also has a locking mechanism including a latch on the receptacle member which engages the base member and secures the receptacle member in a closed position with respect to the base member until such time as it is desired to expose the receptacle member. The movement of the receptacle member out of the base member under the influence of the biasing member is controlled by a movement controlling assembly engaged between the receptacle member and the base member.
Owner:KRUEGER INT

Copper grid repair technique for lightning strike protection

A method for reestablishing the electrical continuity of an electrically conductive layer of a composite aircraft wing damaged by a lightning strike or other mechanical event is disclosed in which a copper patch replaced the damaged section of the electrically conductive layer contained. The repair is performed by first removing any surfacers, fasteners, and damaged electrically conductive layer to expose a portion of the underlying composite skin. A copper patch having a copper foil section coupled to an unsupported film adhesive is then introduced onto an underlying composite skin opening contained within an undamaged section of a copper foil grid and covered with resin-impregnated fiberglass material. The film adhesive and resin-impregnated fiberglass material are then cured and fasteners are then reinserted within the fiberglass material, copper patch and underlying composite skin. The surface of the composite wing is then reprimed and repainted to complete the repair.
Owner:THE BOEING CO

Plasma ignition for direct injected internal combustion engines

An apparatus and method for the creation, placement and control of an area of electrical ionization within an internal combustion engine combustion chamber. This area of electrical ionization is positioned so that all of the fuel being injected into the combustion chamber must pass next to or through the area of electrical ionization to ensure that combustion has been initiated for all of the fuel as it is injected. This area of electrical ionization can be kept on as long as it is necessary to insure that the all of the fuel that is injected into the combustion chamber can be completely combusted. An engine equipped with this electrical ionization device has its fuel economy enhanced by timely, controlled, and complete combustion of all of the fuel injected into its combustion chamber. Furthermore, the pollutant emissions of both oxides of nitrogen and unburned hydrocarbons are reduced dramatically. Further, cold starting capability of this engine is greatly enhanced by a major reduction in the time necessary for the engine to warm up and a major reduction of pollutants created by the engine during the warm-up period. Additionally, this method of combustion also allows the engine to operate at a higher speed (rpm) allowing an increase in peak power output.
Owner:JAYNE MICHAEL E

Modular transport system for coverings for architectural openings

A modular blind transport system for a window blind application. The complete system may be assembled form a relatively small number of individual modules to obtain working systems for a very wide range of applications, including especially a category of counterbalanced blinds wherein a relatively small external input force may be used to raise or lower the blind, and / or to open or close the blind.
Owner:HUNTER DOUGLAS INC

Retaining wall block

A retaining wall is made from a plurality of blocks arranged in rows superimposed on each other and pinned together. Each block has a body with an exterior face and rearwardly diverging side walls joined to a neck. A head having outwardly directed ears is joined to the neck. The body has holes and pockets for pins that interlock overlapped blocks together.
Owner:KEYSTONE RETAINING WALL SYST

System for efficiently transporting large quantities of initially, loose pieces of scrap sheet metal

This invention relates to a system for efficiently transporting large quantities of initially loose pieces of irregularly shaped scrap sheet metal by temporarily compressing batches of such pieces together into unitary slabs and then forming stacks of numerous slabs, arranged in closely fitted rows within open-top railroad cars or truck trailers. Each slab is formed by ramming a batch of pieces against a vertical plate so that the slab is generally vertically arranged. The slab is then allowed to gravity-fall upon a downwardly tilted table. A second slab is formed and similarly allowed to fall on the table in end-to-end contact with the first slab. The table is then tilted into a horizontal position. A horizontal magnet is positioned to overlap and engage both slabs simultaneously. The magnet is supported by a crane which lifts and moves the magnet over the open-top railroad car or truck and deposits the pair of slabs into an adjacent pair of stacks. The successive stacks are arranged in closely positioned rows for substantially filling the car or trailer which then transports the slabs to a recycling location.
Owner:SOAVE ENTERPRISES

Inspection station for screening hand luggage and other items carried by persons

ActiveUS20090038998A1Time and physical demands on the operating personnel are reducedGuaranteed to workControl devices for conveyorsSortingX-rayMechanical engineering
In order to check hand luggage and other objects carried by persons, control stations are needed, which have a control unit, in particular an X-ray checking unit, a conveyor which extends through the control unit, a depositing point which is arranged ahead of the conveyor, and a removal point which is arranged behind the conveyor, for the objects and having transport tubs which can be placed onto the conveyor. Small objects and items of clothing are placed in the transport tubs and conveyed through the control unit for checking. A return conveyor for the transport tubs is arranged next to or below the conveyor which passes through the control unit, which return conveyor reaches from the removal point behind the conveyor at least as far as into the region of the depositing point ahead of the conveyor.
Owner:SMITHS HEIMANN

Radioactive seed implantation system and method

A radioactive seed implantation system particularly adapted for use in the treatment of prostate cancer, the system incorporating multiple individually longitudinally and infinitely adjustable needles carrying radioactive seeds which may be simultaneously and precisely implanted in a prostate gland with a minimum of surgical time and operating room expense while minimizing swelling of the gland and reducing patient trauma. An improved method of implanting radioactive seeds in a prostate gland is also disclosed.
Owner:MURPHY BRIAN B

Wall mounted fixture for decoratively displaying an object

A fixture for decoratively displaying and illuminating an object, such as a guitar, includes a hanger adapted for attachment to a wall or other upstanding support. The hanger includes adjustable means for releasably supporting a guitar or other object. The fixture incorporates a lighting system having at least one light source carried on a malleable arm. The arm is adapted for positioning and aiming the light source and thereby controllably illuminating a hanging object. The lighting system includes an electric power source electrically connected to the light source through a switch. Electrical current control means may be provided for regulating the intensity of the light emitted by the light source. In a preferred embodiment, the lighting system includes a plurality of light sources mounted to the fixture on, and positioned and aimed by independently moveable elongated malleable arms.
Owner:TERRY THOMAS W

Rail

InactiveUS8113489B1Minimum of timeMinimum of laborBalustradesFencingEngineeringFastener
A railing system for decks and stairs has identical top and bottom metal extruded rails with upright spindles extended between the rails. Anchor balls secured to the rails with fasteners hold the spindles in assembled relation with the rails. The anchor balls have continuous circumferential ribs located in a force fit relationship with inside surfaces of the spindles.
Owner:HARDER WILLARD J

Wastewater management system

A method of and an apparatus for rejuvenating a wastewater treatment system of the type including a septic tank, an aerobic treatment unit or the like connected by a pipe to a plugged downstream soil absorption system includes a wastewater treatment unit which is interposed between the septic unit / aerobic treatment unit and the downstream soil absorption system. The wastewater treatment unit includes a single piece or a multiple piece solids settling and retention basin within which is suspendingly supported a wastewater treatment mechanism essentially of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,264,120. The wastewater treatment mechanism includes filters for filtering and settling solids from wastewater and flow equalization ports for effecting flow equalization thereby eliminating flow surges to the downstream plugged soil absorption system. By utilizing an extremely compact solids settling and retention basin and its attendant operative components, solids are prevented from passing beyond the wastewater treatment unit to the failed soil absorption system. In this fashion the wastewater treatment unit of the present invention can rejuvenate wastewater treatment systems which have failed, and if installed prior to such failure, can extend the life thereof substantially indefinitely. The latter and other advantages are achieved at relatively low cost, absent destruction of existing sod or lawn, moving fencing, trees, etc., and absent creating a hazard for individuals, particularly small children.
Owner:NORWALK WASTEWATER EQUIP

Wastewater management system

InactiveUS6860994B2Easy to operateImproved performance benefitTreatment using aerobic processesTreatment involving filtrationRetention basinEngineering
A method of and an apparatus for rejuvenating a wastewater treatment system of the type including a septic tank, an aerobic treatment unit or the like connected by a pipe to a plugged downstream soil absorption system includes a wastewater treatment unit which is interposed between the septic unit / aerobic treatment unit and the downstream soil absorption system. The wastewater treatment unit includes a single piece or a multiple piece solids settling and retention basin within which is suspendingly supported a wastewater treatment mechanism essentially of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,264,120. The wastewater treatment mechanism includes filters for filtering and settling solids from wastewater and flow equalization ports for effecting flow equalization thereby eliminating flow surges to the downstream plugged soil absorption system. By utilizing an extremely compact solids settling and retention basin and its attendant operative components, solids are prevented from passing beyond the wastewater treatment unit to the failed soil absorption system. In this fashion the wastewater treatment unit of the present invention can rejuvenate wastewater treatment systems which have failed, and if installed prior to such failure, can extend the life thereof substantially indefinitely. The latter and other advantages are achieved at relatively low cost, absent destruction of existing sod or lawn, moving fencing, trees, etc., and absent creating a hazard for individuals, particularly small children.
Owner:NORWALK WASTEWATER EQUIP

Portable outdoor fireplace

InactiveUS20100288263A1Easy to construct and assembleEasy constructionDomestic stoves or rangesWater heatersFastenerEngineering
A portable outdoor fireplace which can also be used as a cooking grill. The fireplace includes a base member, a four-sided screened enclosure, a top member and two wheels. Only a few fasteners are needed to assemble and hold all of the components together.
Owner:SHYE WORLDWIDE

Removable wall opening frames

InactiveUS8806819B1Reduce cost of material and laborDecrease timeWindow/door framesEngineeringMechanical engineering
In one instance, the disclosure is a removable wall opening frame comprising a mounting element and trim element. The mounting element contains a slit receiver and the trim element contains raised slits. The slit receiver of the mounting element and the raised slits of the trim element are configured to lockedly engage the mounting element and the trim element. When engaged, the slit receiver is not visible or accessible. The trim element can be disengaged from the mounting element by inserting a key into a hole in the mounting element. When disengaged, the frame can be removed from the wall opening. Neither the mounting element, trim element, nor wall opening are damaged by removal.
Owner:TEILBORG LOGAN R +1

Modular Lock System

A modular lock assembly for placement in an opening in a frame of a cabinet locker that is located adjacent to a door of the cabinet locker. The modular lock assembly includes a mounting plate for removeably being positioned in the opening. A locking plate is moveably connected to the mounting plate. An electromechanical actuator is connected to the mounting plate and coupled with the locking plate to automatically provide the movement of the locking plate. An input device is electrically connected to the electromechanical actuator for activating the electromechanical actuator in response to inputs. The mounting plate defines a custodian opening for receiving a custodian lock for locking the mounting plate to the frame. At least one tongue extends from the mounting plate in spaced relationship with the custodian opening for engaging the frame for further securing the mounting plate to the frame.
Owner:CKI LOCKER LLC

System and method for producing nanomaterials

This system and method for producing nanomaterials allows for the production of relatively high concentrations of nanoparticles with a minimum of expense, time and energy. Ultrasonic waves, produced at a power of approximately 50 W with a frequency of 26.23 kHz, are projected on a material sample while, simultaneously, a fluid stream jet is projected on the material sample. The ultrasonic waves, in the presence of the fluid jet, create cavities that explode at the surface of the solid material, leading to creation of cracks in the material surface. With the increase in the number of cracks in the material, the solid material erodes. The eroded material, which is on the nanometer scale, is collected on a suitable substrate, such as silicon. This method allows for the preparation of nanoparticles from any solid material, in particular very hard materials, such as diamond, silicon carbide and the like.
Owner:KING ABDUL AZIZ UNIV

Microfluidic synthesis of organic nanoparticles

The present invention provides microfluidic systems and methods for the production of particles (e.g., nanoparticles) for drug delivery. The present invention provides microfluidic devices useful for production of particles by nanoprecipitation. The present invention provides highly homogenous compositions of particles produced by inventive microfluidic devices.
Owner:THE BRIGHAM & WOMEN S HOSPITAL INC +1

Plant for hydrogen peroxide production and process using it

InactiveUS20150030505A1Effective industrial hydrogen peroxide productionEasy to assembleProcess control/regulationSafety arrangmentsSolventOxygen
A plant for producing hydrogen peroxide by an autoxidation process (AO-process) comprising hydrogenating an anthraquinone in a working solution, oxidizing the hydrogenated anthraquinone with oxygen to form hydrogen peroxide and extracting the hydrogen peroxide from the working solution, the plant comprising at least one skid mounted module selected from the group consisting of a skid mounted module comprising at least one hydrogenator (hydrogenation reactor) to hydrogenate the anthraquinone in the working solution (hydrogenation skid 1); a skid mounted module comprising at least one oxidizer (oxidation reactor) to oxidize the hydrogenated anthraquinone with oxygen to form hydrogen peroxide (oxidizer skid 2); optionally a skid mounted module comprising at least one means to compress air (process air compressor skid 3), to feed oxygen, in particular oxygen from the air, into an oxidizer of skid 2, and in case of presence of skid 3 a further skid mounted module comprising at least one means to recover the solvent (solvent recovery unit skid 4), in particular if oxygen from the air is used to feed oxygen into an oxidizer of skid 2; a skid mounted module comprising at least one means to extract the hydrogen peroxide from the working solution (extraction skid 5); a skid mounted module (skid 6), comprising at least one means to deliver hydrogen peroxide solution to the point of use and / or optionally to a storage tank optionally with additional means for adjusting the hydrogen peroxide concentration. Preferably the plant is a modular reactor system which is configured to operate without a reversion unit as a small-to-medium scale mini-AO process plant with a production capacity of hydrogen peroxide of up to 20 kilo tons per year and which can be controlled also remotely.
Owner:SOLVAY SA

Microtreatment of iron-based alloy. apparatus and method therefor and articles resulting therefrom

Iron-based alloys and articles in strips, sheets, workpieces and the like are converted into high strength steel with a minimum of cost, time and effort, including producing dual phase materials. This is achievable by extremely rapid micro-treating of low, medium, and high carbon iron-based alloys and articles by rapid heating and rapid cooling at least a portion of the alloy / article. This heating step involves nearly immediately heating the iron-based alloy to a selected temperature above its austenite conversion temperature. Then, the alloy is immediately quenched, also at an extremely fast rate, on at least a portion of the iron-based alloy in a quenching unit adjacent the heating unit. This procedure forms high strength alloy in a desired area, depending upon where the treatment was performed.
Owner:COLA JR GARY M

Clip-on attractor to fishing lures

InactiveUS20170086434A1Easy to clipResistant to lossBaitSplit ringDecoy
A clip-on attactor for fishing lures, hooks, fly's, etc. which can be easily connected or removed, but is resistant to loss from the action of a fish striking the lure, or the ensuing struggle. A V-grooved entry point,or notch opens to a connecting hole. The various shaped attractors can be quickly clipped on the front, middle, or rear split rings on standard lures and also (using the smaller V-groove and connection hole so it will not slip over the barb) clipped on the bend of the hook for uses such as bait hooks and flies.
Owner:LOCKER ROBERT A
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