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A hand wearable body squeegee comprising a glove portion, a concave squeegee band, and a linear squeegee band.

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Number of patents: 120
Last date: May 22, 2012

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NumberTitleIssue Date
8185465Method and system for computer-implemented trading of secondary market debt securities
A computer-implemented method and system for trading of debt securities (bonds), where multiple dealers participate and compete on a single platform (100). Dealers and investors have respective interfaces (250, 230) for communicating. In one aspect, de...
05/22/2012
8181887Device for positionally securing and guiding rails for railway tracks
A device for positional securing and guiding of rails for railway tracks for trains, in particular high-speed trains, includes guide plates. In general, rails are laid directly or indirectly by intermediate assembly of intermediate plates to fixed concrete track bed...
05/22/2012
8180873Detecting fraudulent activity
Described are computer-based methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for subscribing to data feeds on a network. An user utilizes a transmitting device to transmit data packets that are split between a plurality of data centers for processing. ...
05/15/2012
8173986Laser-heated infrared source
Described are infrared light sources and methods for generating infrared radiation. The infrared light source includes a source of laser radiation, a target and an enclosure. The target is positioned in a path of an output region of the source of laser radiation. Th...
05/08/2012
8173417Ruggedized apparatus for analysis of nucleic acid and proteins
The invention provides methods and systems for ruggedizing a nucleic acid analyzing apparatus. The ruggedized apparatus can be used reliably and effectively in uncontrolled environments, such as, for example at a crime scene to collect and analyze forensic data, as ...
05/08/2012
8171929Delivery device and method
A delivery device for and method of delivering substance to a nasal airway of a subject, the delivery device comprising: at least one nosepiece unit (21) for insertion into one nasal cavity of a subject and comprising a nosepiece (25) for fitting to th...
05/08/2012
8167206Reader for reading computer-generated lithograms
A reader for reading computer-generated individualized holograms which are written into a storage medium, having a light source for generating a light beam, a recording means for acquiring image data generated by the light beam by illuminating the individualized hol...
05/01/2012
8165955Method and system for computer-implemented trading of secondary market debt securities
A computer-implemented method and system for trading of debt securities (bonds), where multiple dealers participate and compete on a single platform (100). Dealers and investors have respective interfaces (250, 230) for communicating. In one aspect, de...
04/24/2012
8159288Low power BPSK demodulator
A low power BPSK demodulator having a simple architecture, compact design and reliable is provided. The BPSK demodulator includes a first branch (210) having a first mixer (212) and a first low pass filter (214), a second branch (220) cou...
04/17/2012
8153927High visibility plasma arc torch
An improved torch providing high visibility of the work zone to the operator, an increased viewing angle, and a reduced obstruction angle. The high visibility torch includes consumables adapted to maintain torch and consumables performance while reducing visual obst...
04/10/2012
8151429Method for producing a heavy duty composite part
A method for producing a composite part is provided. The method includes a first and at least one second part, wherein the first part at least in part is made of a first metal and the second part at least in part is made of another metal that has a lower melting tem...
04/10/2012
8146589Nasal devices
A nasal delivery device (11) for delivering substance to a nasal airway (1) of a subject, comprising: first and second nosepiece units (17, 19), each including a nosepiece (21, 23) for fitting to respective nostrils of a subject; at least...
04/03/2012
8145560Detecting fraudulent activity on a network
Described are computer-based methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for detecting fraudulent activity on a network. A user utilizes a transmitting device to transmit user requests that are split between a plurality of data centers for processi...
03/27/2012
8143790Method for inductively-driven plasma light source
A method for producing light includes introducing an ionizable medium for generating a plasma into a chamber. The method also includes applying at least one pulse of energy to a magnetic core that surrounds a portion of a plasma discharge region within the chamber s...
03/27/2012
8136856Load suspension hook with latticework
A load acceptance hook for suspending a load provides for the movement of loads by simple means and despite a high load-bearing capacity has a reduced weight in relation to known hooks. This is achieved by the fact that it is formed at least in sections by a lattice...
03/20/2012
8136340Lateral flow high voltage propellant isolator
A high voltage propellant isolator includes at least two different types of isolator rings or segments, in alternating lateral arrangement, that direct the flow of propellant, such as xenon gas, in a tortuous path through the isolator. ...
03/20/2012
8136267Insert for expanding an article of clothing
Systems and methods associated with an insert for expanding an article of clothing, including an article of footwear, are described. Articles of clothing incorporating such inserts are also described. The insert includes a body portion defining a first edge, a secon...
03/20/2012
8131666Context-based user authentication, workflow processing, and data management in a centralized application in communication with a plurality of third-party applications
Described are computer-based methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for providing context-based user authentication, workflow processing and data management in a centralized application in communication with a plurality of third-party applicat...
03/06/2012
8127737Unfinished cylinder head casting, cast cylinder head for diesel internal combustion engines, and process for producing an unfinished cylinder head casting
An unfinished cylinder head casting for producing a cylinder head for internal combustion engines powered with diesel fuel includes a sealing surface, intended for mounting in a finished state on a corresponding sealing surface of an engine block, and designed on a ...
03/06/2012
8124906Method and apparatus for processing metal bearing gases
A method and apparatus for processing metal bearing gases involves generating a toroidal plasma in a plasma chamber. A metal bearing gas is introduced into the plasma chamber to react with the toroidal plasma. The interaction between the toroidal plasma and the meta...
02/28/2012
8120996Device and method for microstructuring a storage medium and storage medium comprising a microstructured region
A device providing for microstructuring a storage medium includes a radiation source for producing an at least partially coherent beam from electromagnetic radiation, a modulator provided with a plurality of individually switchable modulator elements, a beam-forming...
02/21/2012
8118954Method for producing a metallic component comprising adjacent sections having different material properties by means of press hardening
A method for producing a metallic component (B) allows adjoining zones (Z1, Z2, Z3) having differing material properties to be produced in a manner which is simple in terms of production. This is achieved in that a sheet metal element (E) heated...
02/21/2012
8118492Plain bearing and play-free plain bearing arrangement
A play-free plain bearing arrangement with a defined preset torque includes a plain bearing, wherein the plain bearing comprises a bearing housing and a bearing sleeve inserted into the bearing housing, wherein the bearing sleeve and the bearing housing are open axi...
02/21/2012
8115136Electrode for a contact start plasma arc torch and contact start plasma arc torch employing such electrodes
An electrode for a contact start plasma arc torch includes an elongated electrode body formed of an electrically conductive material. The electrode body is movable relative to the torch. A resilient element is used for passing substantially all of a pilot arc curren...
02/14/2012
D654104Mechanized plasma torch
02/14/2012
8112046Wearable one way transfer device
A wearable, one-way transfer device component for use in a communications system that includes a first device coupled to a first communication network that receives and compiles global positioning data corresponding to the physical location of one or more objects, a...
02/07/2012
8110237Method of cooking peppers
A cooking method for cooking a hollow food item with a wall having an exterior surface and an interior surface defining an interior volume, a plurality of skewers supporting the food item be piercing the wall through a stem side of the food item. The skewers maintai...
02/07/2012
8109075Lateral flow high voltage propellant isolator
A high voltage propellant isolator includes at least two different types of isolator rings or segments, in alternating lateral arrangement, that direct the flow of propellant, such as xenon gas, in a tortuous path through the isolator. ...
02/07/2012
8104447Method for the production of a piston for internal combustion engines and piston for an internal combustion engine
A method for producing a piston for internal combustion engines includes the following steps: a first part is pre-fabricated by hot forging and a recess which has an undercut is formed in the first part during pre-fabrication by forming on the first part a projectio...
01/31/2012
8101882Plasma torch electrode with improved insert configurations
An improved electrode for use in a plasma arc torch. The electrode includes an electrode body, a bore defined by and disposed in the electrode body, and an insert disposed in the bore. The insert and/or the bore of the electrode are configured to improve retention o...
01/24/2012
8097828Dielectric devices for a plasma arc torch
Apparatus and methods for thermally processing a workpiece include directing a plasma arc to the workpiece and using a dielectric shield or dielectric coating to protect a forward portion (e.g., a torch head) of a plasma arc torch. The dielectric shield or dielectri...
01/17/2012
8097051Separator for liquids, in particular condensate, from liquid-loaded compressed gases
A separator for liquids, in particular condensate, from liquid-loaded compressed gases-generally serves, by coarse separation of condensate from the compressed gases, to protect downstream prefilters of cold dryers or adsorption dryers against overload due to conden...
01/17/2012
8089025Gas-cooled plasma arc cutting torch
A method and apparatus for a gas-cooled plasma arc torch. Components of the torch can include an electrode, nozzle and a shield, each of which can be gas-cooled. The nozzle can be disposed relative to the electrode and can include a generally hollow conductive body ...
01/03/2012
8088229Method for producing grain oriented magnetic steel strip
A method for producing high-quality grain oriented magnetic steel sheet utilizes a steel alloy with (in wt %) Si: 2.5-4.0%, C: 0.02-0.10%, Al: 0.01-0.065%, N: 0.003-0.015%. The method utilizes an operational sequence whose individual steps (secondary metallurgical t...
01/03/2012
8086327Methods and apparatus for automated predictive design space estimation
Described are computer-based methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for automated predictive design space estimation. A design space of input factors and output responses is estimated for a physical process. Data is received for one or more in...
12/27/2011
8085401Ozone concentration sensor
An apparatus and method provide measurement of a constituent of a fluid, such as ozone in ozonated water. The apparatus includes a vessel to contain the fluid, a light source configured to direct a first band of light and a second band of light along a substantially...
12/27/2011
8083359Corner cube retroreflector mount
A retroreflector adapted to be mounted to a motor including a first, second, and third petal having a mutually perpendicular first, second, and third reflective surface that form a retroreflective surface. A base is directly connected to at least one of the first, s...
12/27/2011
8074655Methods and devices for treating sleep apnea and snoring
Methods and devices to prevent and/or treat breathing disorders (e.g., upper airways disorders) in mammals related to impaired airflow are described. Methods and devices apply force to soft tissue that avoids obstruction of airflow in the mammel's airway. Breathing ...
12/13/2011
8070368Hermetically packaged LiNbO3 optical circuit with oxidizing fill gas
A hermetically packaged integrated optical circuit includes an integrated optical circuit and a hermetically sealed container, which defines a volume. The integrated optical circuit is secured within the volume. The hermetically packaged integrated optical circuit f...
12/06/2011
8060434Computer systems, methods, and devices for trading with an ergonomic interface
Systems, methods, and devices for trading financial instruments with an improved ergonomic graphical user interface (GUI) with non-overlapping screen components that include a display of offers to buy and sell, which can include a graphical display of bid, ask, and ...
11/15/2011
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