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Mountable Printable Placard With Headband
A resilient headband in a shape for being mounted on the head of the user. The headband is equipped with a longitudinal slotted member for holding a placard.
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| 8179434 | System and method for imaging of curved surfaces A system for capturing a composite image of an object with a curved surface includes a conveyor configured to transport the object to be imaged to a predetermined imaging position. A sensor is configured to produce a signal when the object to be imaged is at the pre... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8178799 | Multi-compartment weighing tray for a balance A carrier for objects to be sequentially weighed is designed for connection to a load receiver of a weighing cell. The carrier has a supporting structure and a multi-compartment weighing tray. The supporting structure has an element for coupling the supporting struc... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8178797 | Hermetically sealed scale platform A hermetically sealed scale for use in a weighing scale. A scale of the present invention may include a load receiving plate and a bottom plate, between which is sandwiched a supporting rib structure that preferably includes a plurality of perimeter members that for... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8176950 | Dosage-dispensing device with a changing mechanism for dosage-dispensing units A device for dispensing a dosage includes a base frame, at least one device for receiving any dosage-dispensing unit or functional unit that is compatible to be inserted therein, a holder and at least one drive mechanism. The holder has at least one holding position... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8176947 | Method and apparatus for the filling of target containers A container is filled to a predetermined target mass of a free-flowing substance with the help of a device that dispenses measured doses of the substance. The dispensing device has a valve for variably adjusting the mass flow rate of the substance from a reservoir i... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8167578 | Switch and float assembly for a pump An assembly controls the liquid level in a vessel in which a submersible pump is disposed. The assembly has a switch housing and a float housing, arranged proximate to each other. A switch in the switch housing selectively energizes a motor associated with the pump.... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8167275 | Rail system and method for assembly A rail system that may be comprised of various components such as an upper rail, support rail, bottom rail, squash blocks, balusters, post covers, and ancillary components, such as post skirts and caps. In one exemplary embodiment, the rail system may be uniquely de... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8163568 | Recording assay device A method for assaying a sample involves an assessment device having an assay part and a detachable recording part, which are disposed on separable portions of a substrate. The sample to be assayed is received in a sample application well on the assay element, where ... | 04/24/2012 |
| D658042 | Cloud carabiner | 04/24/2012 |
| 8159354 | Human movement measurement system A system for use in playing a video game, the system acting to measure the position of transponders for testing and to train the user to manipulate the position of the transponders while being guided by interactive and sensory feedback. A bidirectional communication... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8158956 | Photoactivatable paint curing device and method A device and method for curing photoactivatable paint coatings. An exemplary device may include a light chamber housing supported by a frame and undercarriage, the wall portions of the light chamber having a peripheral region terminating at a light emission region. ... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8153913 | Encapsulated weighing cell with eccentric load error adjustment A gravimetric measuring instrument has a weighing cell and a flexible, tubular-shaped encapsulation. The weighing cell has a parallel-guiding mechanism and at least one measurement transducer. The ends of the encapsulation are attached, respectively, to the stationa... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8152531 | Team-based fitness challenge system and method A fitness challenge program designed to encourage physical activity as well as to entertain and engage participants. Individuals are organized into teams and compete individually as well as against other teams. The program incorporates the use of computer technology... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8146456 | Precision crankshaft rotating apparatus and method of crankshaft rotation An apparatus and its method of use for precisely rotating a crankshaft to one or more desired angular positions. The apparatus may include a controller that is programmed to automatically rotate the crankshaft to said one or more positions, or positional control may... | 04/03/2012 |
| 8143337 | Method of preparing a composite with disperse long fibers and nanoparticles A composite material having polymeric resin with disperse phases of reinforcing fibers and nanoparticle materials and its manufacture is disclosed herein. The nanoparticles may be bound together and added to the polymeric resin as microscale aggregations, and then u... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8143314 | Methods and formulations for treating ineffective or decreased esophageal motility Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating ineffective esophageal motility in which bethanechol and pharmaceutically acceptable absorption enhancers comprising bile acids and mixtures thereof are topically introduced to the esophagus. Therapeutically effec... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8128360 | Vortex pump with splitter blade impeller A vortex pump impeller utilizes primary blades in combination with splitter blades. An increase in total head is observed through exemplary impellers in a vortex pump, compared to an impeller lacking the splitter blades. Single stage and dual stage pumps utilizing t... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8128342 | Multidirectional multisound information system Exemplary embodiments provide an information system adapted to focus a plurality of audio messages to a plurality of different locations. As a consumer passes a display, their attention is attracted based on the series of messages. Further, a consumer can obtain mor... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8126787 | System and method for preparing a tax return using electronically distributed tax return data The present invention is a system and method for preparing a tax return using electronically distributed tax return data. Electronically distributed tax return data (such as W-2 data or 1099 data) that is stored at a third party's computer system for a taxpayer is a... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8126737 | Pharmacy personal care account A method for providing insurance coverage to a subscriber comprises offering an insurance policy to the subscriber wherein the insurance policy comprises providing allowances to pay for one or more expenses covered by the insurance policy and providing monetary cred... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8125494 | Method for mapping optical properties for a display device Exemplary embodiments provide a method for characterizing the optical display properties of a display. ISO-Inversion and ISO-Contrast charts are generated to pinpoint limitations in the display and trouble shoot the same. ... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8120333 | Method of charging double electric layer electrochemical capacitors The present invention is directed to methods for the automatic charging of an electrochemical electrical energy storage device. Charging may be performed until a pre-assigned voltage increment value measured across the terminals of the storage device is reached. Rec... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8117003 | Method of monitoring an electrochemical half-cell A method of monitoring an electrochemical second order half-cell (1, 101) is provided, as is a measuring probe with at least one electrochemical second order half-cell (101), a control- and/or regulation unit (7) to close an electrochemical cont... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8109683 | Method and device for printing on the surface of a strip-type medium A method and device for improving the handling, in a label printer, of labels without a carrier strip operates by reversing the direction of transport of the label medium for a short distance before transporting the medium in the printing direction, allowing the lab... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8109550 | Pack end tool Exemplary embodiments provide a grasping and lifting device for moving a plurality of different-sized containers. The device contains a set of clamps which securely attach to a plurality of different-sized containers and allow them to be quickly lifted and relocated... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8100000 | Device and method for detecting vehicle engine pulse generator plate tooth defects A device and its method of use for in situ detection of bent and/or broken teeth on a vehicle engine pulse generator plate. The device includes a pair of detection sensors adapted to detect pulse generator plate teeth during rotation of a pulse generator plate, and ... | 01/24/2012 |
| 8099371 | Electronically enabled clearance methodology for improved processing at border crossings An electronically enabled clearance system and method for improved border crossings. The system and method generate and manage an electronic manifest (e-manifest) and an electronic commercial invoice (e-release) according to legal requirements as well as the require... | 01/17/2012 |
| 8089440 | Liquid crystal flat panel display with an integral heater of predeterminable capacity A flat panel liquid crystal display has a front plate and a rear plate with a layer of liquid crystal material maintained in a cavity between them. A thin film transistor array layer is disposed in the cavity, as is an integral heater with a grid of intersecting set... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8086337 | Computerized system and method for generating a delivery bill of materials A computerized system and method for generating a delivery bill of materials (BOM) for use at a production facility. Input includes parts data identifying the parts used in the production process, delivery/process location data identifying areas on the production li... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8084710 | Low-temperature laser spot impact welding driven without contact A laser, aimed at a flyer plate tab, causes optical energy to be directed at the tab, specifically, at a top surface thereof. Energy impacting the tab accelerates the tab out of an initial bent position, straightening it into an impact with a target sheet. The impac... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8083934 | Water disinfection apparatus A water disinfection apparatus includes a chamber adapted for connection to a pressurized water source. An ultra violet light is oriented to shine ultra violet rays into the chamber and to disinfect water therein, and a normally closed output valve connects the cham... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8083277 | Pick end tool Exemplary embodiments provide a grasping and lifting device for moving a plurality of different-sized containers. The dimensions of the grasping device do not have to be adjusted prior to engaging a container which allows an operator to move a variety of different-s... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8083194 | Latching mechanism and repositionable part support device employing said latching mechanism A latching mechanism capable of providing clamped retention to a vertical member, and a repositionable part support device and part support assembly employing said latching mechanism. The latching mechanism includes an enclosure having an open interior for receiving... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8080119 | Frame seal methods for LCD A method for providing a bonded glass component for use in an LCD display. A frame is sealed to a glass component. A barrier coat is then applied to the sealant. An adhesive is poured over the entirety of the glass component and the frame. Starting at one edge of th... | 12/20/2011 |
| D650560 | Protective cloth | 12/20/2011 |
| 8076595 | Method for transmitting measurement values in a multi-module force-measuring device, multi-module force-measuring device, and force measuring module A method and associated apparatus transmits measurement values in a multi-module force-measuring device, in particular a multi-module weighing device, with at least two force-measuring modules. Each of the force-measuring modules includes a force-measuring cell and ... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8074339 | Methods of manufacturing a lattice having a distressed appearance Methods of manufacturing a composite lattice structure made of cellulosic, inorganic, and/or polymer materials are disclosed. The unique lattice is weather-resistant and low-maintenance and may be used for ornamental gardening trellises, overhead outdoor patio or de... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8071664 | Compositions containing certain metallocenes and their uses Compositions comprising (1) a refractory and/or a binder, and (2) bis-cyclopentadienyl iron cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl, derivatives thereof, and mixtures thereof. ... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8069695 | Work roll cleaning system and method of cleaning work rolls of a multi-roll leveler A system and method for cleaning the work rolls of a multi-roll leveler. The system includes a roll cleaning drive system for driving one or both of a set of upper and lower work rolls against a cleaning pad placed therebetween. The roll cleaning drive system is dis... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8066635 | Speculum A speculum having a generally U-shaped frame with a pair of arms, each arm having a free end, a pair of cups, each cup coupled with the free end of one of the arms, and a pair of surfaces, each surface coupled with one of the cups and having a portion extending upwa... | 11/29/2011 |
