US10801241B1
The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
US10801237B2
A vehicle including a bed, and a tailgate, pivotally attached to the vehicle to close off a rear end of the bed, the tailgate having a front surface and a side with a pull tab recess. A check strap has a forward end attached to the bed and a rearward end; and an extension bracket has an extension plate pivotally connecting at a forward end to the rearward end of the check strap, a rear fastener pivotally securing the extension plate to the side of the tailgate, a pull tab extending through the extension plate and laterally slidable out of the pull tab recess, the extension plate extending essentially parallel to the front surface when the pull tab is received in the pull tab recess.
US10801235B2
An electronic door lock is operable to control access to an access controlled area adjacent the inner side of a door. The door lock includes an outer base, an inner base, a locking mechanism movable between a locked and unlocked position in response to a control signal, and a control circuit disposed within the inner base and operable to generate the control signal in response to the presentation of an input credential. A plurality of different types of credential readers arc each selectively attachable and removable from an attachment interface when the outer base is attached to the door to electrically connect the selected one of the plurality of different types of credential readers to the control circuit. The selected credential reader receives data from a user or credential and generates the input credential. A communication module is operable to communicate with a device separate from the electronic door lock.
US10801230B2
A post support device comprising a rigid insert portion having a body interposed between a top opening and a bottom end, said body defining a space therein. A post member is releasably secured in the rigid insert portion with a granular material, in combination with retainer members and a sealant portion. In the event the post member decomposes or breaks, the post member may be replaced by removing the sealant portion, retainer members, and the post member. The post support device enables the user to replace post members while maintaining the original spacing of the fence structure.
US10801228B1
The present invention discloses a flood protection device. The device comprises at least one base, at least one telescoping pole installed in each corner of base, a heavy duty flexible material bag to cover at least one item placed on base and at least one locking unit comprising locking seal and button lock to seal bag. To cover the item using the device, first the item is placed on base. Then the poles are installed on the base to support the bag. After covering the item using bag, the locking seal and button lock are closed to seal the bag. The height of poles are adjustable to create sufficient space for item to be placed. The bag protects the item placed inside the device from flood and avoids any damage of it during flood and storm.
US10801219B2
A work scaffold having a platform and leg assemblies rotatably attached to each end of the platform. The platform may have a handle connected to free end that extends out the sides of the platform, which engage with links attached to the leg assemblies and the platform to lock the scaffold in an open or closed position. The platform may have hooks that extend out beyond the ends of the platform from under the platform so a second work scaffold can be situated on the hooks. The platform may be formed of boards with holes that receive cross members. A method for using a work scaffold. A method for forming a work scaffold.
US10801217B2
The present invention relates generally to wall repair compounds such as joint compounds, spackling compounds, and the like used to repair imperfections in walls or fill joints between adjacent wallboard panels. Particularly, the present invention relates to such a wall repair compound that comprises a dust-reduction additive that reduces the quantity of airborne dust generated when the hardened compound is sanded. The dust-reduction additive also synergistically imparts water resistance and adhesion to the wall repair compounds to which it is added. More specifically, in one embodiment, the dust-reduction additive is an emulsion comprising colloidally-protected, wax-based microstructures comprising paraffin that is chemically encapsulated by polyvinyl alcohol.
US10801212B2
A construction element is provided for forming a corner of a surface of a building, the surface including wall panels attached to framing studs. The construction element includes: a corner-forming surface that that is shaped to extend, in a cross-sectional view, between two separate wall panels, such that ends of the corner-forming surface, as viewed in the cross-sectional view, substantially match respective corners of the wall panels; and a fastener strip that, in a state in which the corner-forming surface is in its installed position with respect to the framing studs, is substantially parallel to one or more of the framing studs, such that a fastener can attach the fastener strip to one or more of the studs without passing through the wall panel.
US10801209B2
The present disclosure relates generally to a roofing system including flashing, for example, suitable for protecting a roof from water leakage. The present disclosure relates more particularly to a roofing system including first, second, and third courses of shingles, where the second course overlaps the first and the third course overlaps the second. A flashing plate is disposed over the first course of shingles and partially under the second course of shingles. The flashing plate and the third course of shingles are spaced apart by a gap in a direction of the slope of the roof between a top edge of the flashing plate and a lower edge of the third course of shingles.
US10801196B2
A water detention system for detaining storm water having a side wall and a bottom floor; an inlet conduit for ingress of storm water; and a water discharging assembly, which includes a siphon, configured to pass storm water there through; and an outlet conduit for egress of storm water from the water discharging assembly. The inlet and outlet conduits are disposed through the side wall of the water detention system. A water discharging assembly for discharging storm water from a water detention system includes an outer enclosure; a first opening in the outer enclosure for ingress of water; a second opening in the outer enclosure for egress of water; and a siphon disposed within the outer enclosure; where, except of the first opening and the second opening, the outer enclosure is substantially fluid tight.
US10801192B2
A shower head liquid agent dispenser includes a storage tank having a hollow interior space for storing a liquid agent, a first tubular member that is connected to the bottom end of the storage tank, a valve which can be manipulated between an on and off position, a second tubular member that is connected to a tee fitting which is selectively connected to a building's shower arm and a shower head assembly.
US10801191B2
Novel plumbing products, including faucets, are fabricated, e.g., using metallic 3-dimensional or other 3-D printing techniques, to have complex geometries, such as multiple channels that may diverge and re-converge near the spout. The geometries of the various channels can resemble interwoven net-like patterns that define various shapes between the channels. The plumbing fixtures may be formed from one or more of stainless steels, INCONEL, brass, bronze, polycarbonate, PVC, acrylics, rigid polyolefins, PET, carbon fiber, AES, or other plumbing fitting suitable corrosion resistant materials. In some embodiments, the handles of an exemplary faucet can include the same or a similar multiple channel configuration as the spout, providing an advantageously, aesthetically pleasing faucet system. In exemplary embodiments, faucet spouts and their handles are formed so as to couple to standard faucet underbodies, standard valve platforms, or standard threaded hose/waterway connections.
US10801189B2
A screen intake apparatus has a concrete platform resting on a water source floor. A screen intake anchors on the platform and forms a half cylinder thereon. A barrier at one end of the platform in divides the flow of water. The screen intake has a half-cylindrical body and half-cylindrical screens. Transition walls in the screen intake divide the body's hollow and the screens' interiors, and at least one flow modifier communicates the interior with the hollow. These flow modifiers also form a half cylinder with the platform. A manifold in the screens receives a supply of air to clear debris. Forming a half-cylinder, the screen intake on the platform can have a much lower profile for the water source than the normal cylindrical screens, which require half of its diameter in clearance above and below.
US10801188B2
A wear member assembly may include a nose attachable to a bucket lip. The nose may include a rear portion having a first set of substantially planar surfaces including a first, second, and third subset of surfaces. The third subset of surfaces may be angled and positioned between the first subset of surfaces and the second subset of surfaces. The nose may also include a forward portion positioned forwardly adjacent to the rear portion, the forward portion having a second set of substantially planar surfaces including a fourth, fifth, and sixth subset of surfaces. The sixth set of surfaces may be angled and positioned between the first subset of surfaces and the second subset of surfaces. The wear member assembly may also include a wear member having a cavity comprising rear and forward bearing surfaces corresponding to the third and sixth subset of surfaces.
US10801178B2
A work machine comprising a frame and a ground-engaging mechanism, the ground-engaging mechanism configured to support the frame on a surface, a boom assembly coupled to the frame, the boom assembly having a pair of boom arms pivotally coupled to the frame and moveable relative to the frame by a pair of boom hydraulic cylinders, an attachment coupler coupled to a distal section of the boom arms, and an attachment. The attachment comprises a work tool. The work tool is coupled to the C-frame. A pair of first C-frame sections are pivotally coupled to the frame of the work machine, and a second C-frame section is pivotally coupled to the attachment coupler, wherein actuating the pair of boom hydraulic cylinders engages the boom arms, pitching the attachment upwards or downwards.
US10801173B1
A foundation support system and method of installing the foundation support system. The foundation support system includes a pier system for providing support beneath a foundation, a support member, and a heave plate attachable to a bottom surface of the foundation. The method includes driving a pier system using a ram, coupling a support member to the heave plate, and engaging the support member with the pier system.
US10801172B2
A snow plow assembly having a push frame, a lift frame, and a coupling configured to floatably attach the push frame to a lift frame. The coupling may attach the left and right sides of the push frame to the corresponding left and right sides of the lift frame, and each coupling may be independently vertically floatable to allow the push frame to float vertically relative to the lift frame, while also allowing the push frame to rotate relative to the lift frame to accommodate for irregular or uneven ground surfaces. The couplings may each include a retaining member for operatively coupling the push frame to the lift frame, and one or more bearing blocks that facilitate distribution of load between the push frame and retaining member to reduce wear on the push frame. The bearing blocks also may be vertically movable relative to the push frame for common vertical movement with the retaining members to enable such floating movement.
US10801166B2
A dynamic paver device with vibration feedback is provided. In some embodiments, a paver device comprises: a paver having a top surface and a bottom surface; a paver frame that creates an interior cavity upon being connected with the paver; at least one pressure sensor connected to the paver, wherein the at least one pressure sensor detects a change in an amount of pressure applied to the top surface of the paver; a vibration system connected to the bottom surface of the paver, wherein the vibration system is configured to provide a vibrational force to the bottom surface of the paver; and a controller connected to the at least one pressure sensor and the vibration system, wherein the controller is configured to: receive, from the at least one pressure sensor, a presence indication of an object on the top surface of the paver based on the detected change in the amount of pressure being applied to the top surface of the paver at a first time; and, in response to receiving the presence indication from the at least one pressure sensor, transmit a first signal to the vibration system that causes the vibration system to provide the vibrational force to the bottom surface of the paver.
US10801153B2
Provided is an apparatus for treating laundry according to the present invention, including: a front cover that forms a front surface and includes a backward bent portion; a pair of side covers that form both flank surfaces, respectively, and that include sideward bent portions, respectively; a back cover that forms a rear-side surface; an outer tank that is positioned inside and holds water; an inner tank that is positioned rotatably inside the outer tank and holds foam; a motor that rotates the inner tank; a front member that is connected to the backward bent portion and extends along the backward bent portion; a pair of lateral members that extend along the pair of sideward bent portions, respectively; and a top cover that is connected to upper ends of the front cover, of the pair of side covers, and of the back cover, and has an insertion hole for the foam.
US10801146B2
An system for anhydrous boiling, bleaching and dyeing using a supercritical carbon dioxide fluid and belongs to the field of textile. The system for anhydrous boiling, bleaching and dyeing of a supercritical carbon dioxide fluid provided by the present invention is provided with a co-solvent system, a boiling, bleaching and dyeing system, and a separation and recovery system which are specially designed. By means of uniform dispersion and dissolution of a co-solvent, dyestuff and carbon dioxide, boiling, bleaching and dyeing production of jute fiber rough yarn can be achieved; meanwhile, the system for anhydrous boiling, bleaching and dyeing using a supercritical carbon dioxide fluid integrates the three functions of boiling, bleaching and dyeing, which can complete the boiling, bleaching and dyeing procedures in one step, and has the characteristic of high-efficiency, thus solving the problems of high contamination and high energy consumption of the jute fiber boiling, bleaching and dyeing procedures.
US10801145B2
A screw conveyor based fabric dyeing machine including a machine body inside which a screw conveyor including a conveying screw and a fabric support board is arranged and generally parallel to an extension direction of the machine body. Fabric moves through a dyeing tube arranged with the machine body to fall down onto the screw conveyor so that the fabric can be conveyed by the screw conveyor forward through the machine body to reach a guide roller and a nozzle to complete a cycle of circulation for subsequently re-entering the dyeing tube to be dyed therein. As such, water consumption can be reduced and dyeing performance is enhanced, achieving energy saving and carbon reduction, reducing contamination to the surroundings, and realizing green economy.
US10801144B2
A hollow pipe joint structure for a sewing machine includes a first hollow pipe, a second hollow pipe and an elastic member. The elastic member is sleeved onto the first hollow pipe and the second hollow pipe, and elastically squeezes against the first outer surface and the second outer surface of the first and second hollow pipes, respectively, to pull the first and second hollow pipes against each other, which makes assembly of the hollow pipes easier, quicker and no frequent maintenance is required.
US10801141B2
A fibrous nonwoven structure formed of a blend of cellulose pulp fibers and melt spun polymer filaments is disclosed. The structure may include a distribution of a plurality of macroscopically visible shaped particles of substantially similar size and shape, included in the blend. The structure may also include outer scrim layers formed of melt spun polymer filaments. A method of manufacturing the fibrous nonwoven structure is also disclosed.
US10801122B2
A method of manufacturing a protective edge for a blade, wherein a protective edge (30) made of an anodizable metal is provided, and that protective edge (30) undergoes a micro-arc oxidation electrolytic treatment. Protective edge (30) manufactured using said method.
US10801114B2
The present invention relates to a process for the protection against corrosion of an article, comprising the steps of (a) application of a layer of a corrosion protecting composition comprising (i) an amorphous polymer composition comprising an amorphous polymer having a glass transition temperature of −20° C. or less and (ii) a water-absorbing filler, on a surface of the article, and (b) application of a mechanical protective layer on top of the layer of said corrosion protecting composition, wherein the article is in a wet environment. The invention further relates to a corrosion protecting composition and to a tape comprising a layer comprising a corrosion protecting composition according to the invention. The invention also relates to an article, comprising (a) a layer of a corrosion protecting composition according to the invention on a surface of the article, and (b) a mechanical protective layer to protect said layer of said composition.
US10801111B2
Methods for forming sintered-bonded high temperature coatings over ceramic turbomachine components are provided, as are ceramic turbomachine components having such high temperature coatings formed thereover. In one embodiment, the method includes the step or process of removing a surface oxide layer from the ceramic component body of a turbomachine component to expose a treated surface of the ceramic component body. A first layer of coating precursor material, which has a solids content composed predominately of at least one rare earth silicate by weight percentage, is applied to the treated surface. The first layer of the coating precursor material is then heat treated to sinter the solids content and form a first sintered coating layer bonded to the treated surface. The steps of applying and sintering the coating precursor may be repeated, as desired, to build a sintered coating body to a desired thickness over the ceramic component body.
US10801109B2
An apparatus for processing substrates is provided. A first gas source is provided. A first gas manifold is connected to the first gas source. A second gas manifold is connected to the first gas source. A first processing station has a first gas outlet, wherein the first gas outlet is connected to the first gas manifold. A second processing station has a second gas outlet, wherein the second gas outlet is connected to the second gas manifold. A first variable conductance valve is between the first gas source and the first gas outlet along the first gas manifold. A second variable conductance valve is between the first gas source and the second gas outlet along the second gas manifold.
US10801106B2
A shower plate adapted to be installed in a plasma deposition apparatus including a gas inlet port, a shower head, a reaction chamber and an exhaust duct, the shower plate being adapted to be attached to the showerhead and having: a front surface adapted to face the gas inlet port; and a rear surface opposite to the front surface, wherein the shower plate has multiple apertures each extending from the front surface to the rear surface, and wherein the shower plate further has at least one aperture extending from the front surface side of the shower plate to the exhaust duct.
US10801097B2
This invention relates to thermal spray coatings and processes onto non-smooth surfaces. The coating and processes can coat non-smooth surfaces without substantial degradation of the underlying surface texture or profile of the non-smooth surfaces so as to sufficiently preserve the underlying surface texture or profile. The ability for coating fractional coverage to maintain the surface profile while maintaining wear resistance is unprecedented by conventional thermal spray processes.
US10801095B2
An aluminum alloy for casting shaped aluminum alloy parts may comprise alloying elements of silicon and chromium and may be formulated to develop a dispersion strengthened and precipitation strengthened microstructure via heat treatment. The aluminum alloy may be formulated to develop a microstructure including an aluminum matrix phase and a fine-grained AlCrSi dispersoid phase when subjected to a solution heat treatment. The aluminum alloy also may be formulated to develop a microstructure including one or more Cu-containing precipitate phases when subjected to an aging heat treatment.
US10801093B2
Pd—Cu—P metallic glass-forming alloy compositions and metallic glasses comprising at least one of Ag, Au, and Fe are provided, wherein the alloys demonstrate improved glass forming ability, as compared to Pd—Cu—P alloys free of Ag, Au, and Fe, and are capable of forming metallic glass rods with diameters in excess of 3 mm, and in some embodiments 26 mm or larger.
US10801091B2
A steel for induction hardening according to the present invention includes a chemical composition consisting of, in mass percent: C: 0.58 to 0.68%, Si: 0.70 to 1.40%, Mn: 0.20 to 1.40%, P: less than 0.020%, S: less than 0.020%, Al: 0.005 to 0.060%, N: 0.0020 to 0.0080%, O: 0.0015% or less, V: 0.01 to 0.25%, B: 0.0003 to 0.0040%, Ti: 0.010 to 0.050%, and Ca: 0.0005 to 0.005%, with the balance being Fe and impurities, and satisfies Formulae (1) to (3). The steel microstructure is made up of ferrite and pearlite. A ratio of a number of composite inclusions is 20% or more. C+Si/7+Mn/5+Cr/9+Mo/2.5≤1.05 (1) C+Si/10+Mn/20+Cr/25≥0.70 (2) Cr/Si≤0.20 (3)
US10801088B2
Methods of forming an intermediate alloy and a Ni-base super alloy are disclosed along with the intermediate alloy and the Ni-base super alloy formed by the method. The method includes at least partially melting and solidifying a powder including about 5 to 15 wt. % of Co, 10 to 20 wt. % of Cr, 3 to 6 wt. % of Mo, 3 to 6 wt. % of W, 2 to 4 wt. % of Al, 4.2 to 4.7 wt. % of Ti, 0.01 to 0.05 wt. % of Zr, 0.015 to 0.060 wt. % of C, 0.001 to 0.030 wt. % of B and balance substantially Ni to form an intermediate alloy including a dendrite structure that includes columnar regions and intercolumnar regions and a primary dendrite arm spacing less than about 3 micrometers. The intermediate alloy is heat-treated to form the texture-free Ni-base super alloy.
US10801085B2
A high-strength steel sheet having high yield ratio, excellent stretch flange formability, and resistance to secondary working embrittlement. The steel sheet has a composition containing C: 0.02% to less than 0.10%, Si: less than 0.3%, Mn: less than 1.0%, P: 0.10% or less, S: 0.020% or less, Al: 0.01% to 0.10%, N: 0.010% or less, and Nb: 0.003% to less than 0.070% on a mass basis, the remainder being Fe and inevitable impurities. A steel microstructure of the steel sheet contains ferrite: 90% or more and a total of pearlite, martensite, retained austenite, and cementite: 0% to 10% on an area fraction basis, in which the average grain size of the ferrite is 15.0 μm or less, and in which the average aspect ratio of the ferrite is 1.2 or more; and a tensile strength of 500 MPa or less.
US10801080B2
A liquid slag granulating system includes a granulator (1), a granulator connecting part and a granulator drive part. The granulator (1) is disc-shaped or cup-shaped, and a diversion cone is arranged at a center of the granulator (1). The granulator drive part drives the granulator to rotate, thus granulating liquid slag. The system further includes an air supply part.
US10801074B2
The present invention describes novel SCCmec right extremity junction sequences for the detection of methicillin-resistant Staphyloccocus aureus (MRSA). It relates to the use of these DNA sequences for diagnostic purposes.
US10801067B2
The present invention relates to methods to detect an amount of DNA that originates from cells of a given type, where the sample comprising such DNA in admixture with DNA that does not originate from such cells. Such methods are based on differential methylation, at certain regions, of the DNA that originates from the given type of cells compared to the admixed DNA. Such methods have particular application in the detection, from a biological fluid from a pregnant female, of cell free DNA that originates from a foetus or the placenta of a foetus, or the detection, from a biological fluid from an individual, of cell free DNA that originates from cells of a tumour. Accordingly, such methods have diagnostic, prognostic and/or predictive utility for detecting an increased risk of an individual suffering from or developing a medical condition such as preeclampsia or cancer, and/or to aid (subsequent) diagnostic, prognostic and/or predictive methods such as the detection of chromosomal trisomy in a foetus, including for twin-pregnancies. The present invention also relates to compositions, kits, computer program products and other aspects that are used in, useful for or related to the practice of such methods.
US10801065B2
Provided herein are methods of determining a subject's level of exposure to radiation and methods of determining a subject's risk of subsequent development of radiation disease or risk of poor prognosis from radiation exposure that include determining a level of one or more miRNAs selected from the group consisting of mouse and human homologues of mouse miR-130a-3p, miR-150-5p, miR-17-3p, miR-187-3p, miR-194-5p, miR-27a-3p, miR-30a-3p, miR-30c-5p, miR-142-5p, miR-342-3p, miR-34b-3p, miR-126-3p, miR-320-3p, miR-136-5p, miR-33-5p, miR-142a-3p, miR-706, miR-375-3p, miR-29a-5p, miR-193a-3p, miR-99b-5p, miR-151-3p, miR-let-7d-3p, miR-486-5p, miR-423-5p, miR-30b-5p, miR-191-5p, miR-497a-5p, miR-32-5p, miR-214-5p, miR-326-3p, miR-1195, miR-122-5p, miR-1839-3p, miR-500-3p, miR-30e-3p, miR-322-3p, miR-709, miR-486-3p, miR-133a-3p, miR-676-3p, miR-744-5p, miR-29a-3p, miR-1839-5p, miR-30a-5p, miR-199b-5p, miR-125a-5p, miR-133b-3p, miR-24-3p, miR-21a-5p, miR-503-5p, miR-328-3p, miR-let-7g-5p, miR-362-3p, miR-199a-5p, miR-15a-3p, miR-139-5p, miR-149-5p, miR-29b-3p, miR-1a-3p, miR-23b-3p, miR-215-5p, miR-204-5p, miR-200b-5p, miR-25-3p, miR-338-3p, and miR-196b-5p, in a sample including a biological fluid from the subject.
US10801048B2
Provided is a method of producing L-amino acids by using a recombinant coryneform microorganism in which the expression of a target gene is weakened by using a gene transcription inhibition method.
US10801039B2
The present invention encompasses BTV and ASHV vaccines or compositions and methods of producing recombinant reassortant BTV and ASHV vectors and methods of vaccination against BTV and ASHV.
US10801036B2
Plants with resistance to glyphosate are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the disclosure relate to human induced non-transgenic mutations in the EPSPS gene in plants.
US10801030B2
General secretory pathway (GSP) mutant Listeria bacteria are provided. Aspects of the bacteria include the presence of a GSP mutation, e.g., a SecY and/or SecA mutation. Also provided are methods of making and using the Listeria bacteria comprising a GSP mutation as vectors and vaccines expressing a heterologous nucleic acid.
US10801024B2
Embodiments disclosed herein concern compositions and methods for treating a condition characterized by overexpression of long non-coding RNA HOTAIR. In certain embodiments, synthetic polynucleotide analogs capable of hybridizing with a target sequence domain of HOTAIR are provided. The synthetic polynucleotide analogs can be formulated into a pharmaceutical composition for treating a subject having or at risk of having a condition characterized by HOTAIR overexpression. In certain embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition can resensitize a subject to a chemotherapeutic agent. Other embodiments concern uses for HOTAIR-targeting synthetic polynucleotide analogs, including methods for determining HOTAIR expression in a sample.
US10801022B2
The present invention provides a method of solid-phase synthesis of DNA-encoded compound library. The method includes following steps: a) reacting solid carrier G-1 with linker molecule L-1 to prepare L-G-1; b) reacting DNA with linker molecule L-0 to prepare L-2; c) reacting L-G-1 with L-2 to prepare L-G-2; d) removing protection group of the L-G-2 and obtaining L-G-2-1; e) reacting the L-G-2-1 with synthetic building block and performing DNA encoding; and f) removing the solid carrier and obtaining the DNA-encoded compound library. Compared with the prior art, the present invention can complete post-treatment purification of the reaction only by filtration and irrigation processes for several times. The present invention is simple to operate, can shorten the production cycle of DNA encoded compound library with more than 50%, significantly increases the production efficiency and the unicity as well as the purity of the final products.
US10801014B2
The current invention concerns a cell medium for in vitro inducing chondrogenesis or tenogenesis in mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). The medium includes a glucose medium supplemented with at least one growth factor. The growth factor is selected from fibroblast growth factors (FGF) or transforming growth factors (TGF). FGF or TGF is present in a total concentration of between 1 and 15 ng/ml. In both cases, IGF can be added to enhance the induction process. In a further aspect, the invention provides for a use of such cell medium as well as a method for inducing isolated mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and a cell composition obtained by such method.
US10801006B2
The present invention relates to a device for obtaining images of bacterial cultures in a dish. The proposed device includes a support for a culture dish to be analyzed surrounded by an annular light emitting source facing an image capturing device and a non-reflective surface which, in conjunction with a reflective surface arranged in the periphery of the support, form a preferably spherical-shaped contrast observation chamber, providing a glare- and reflection-free, uniform tangent illumination of the support.
US10801004B2
The invention provides a device for growing cells—referred to as a cassette. The cell culturing device includes a housing that contains a lid having an optically clear window; a fluid distribution channel; a sample injection port fluidically connected to the fluid distribution channel; a base housing a porous media pad; and a media injection port fluidically connected to the media pad. The lid mates to the base to form a sterile seal; the fluid distribution channel is disposed over the media pad, which is viewable through the optical window; and sample fluid introduced into the fluid distribution channel is distributed evenly to the media pad, e.g., via a plurality of channels. The invention also provides kits that include cassettes of the invention and a tube set.
US10801001B2
Devices and methods for the efficient disaggregation of tissue samples, separating the tissue into individual intact cells or small aggregates of cells for analysis. A device may include a chamber to receive fluid and a tissue specimen containing more than one cell to be disaggregated. The chamber may include an opening and an agitator in fluid contact with the fluid and the tissue specimen. The agitator may include a micromotor which provides rotational motion to a shaft and an impeller fixed to the shaft such that the impeller and the shaft rotate together upon provision of the rotational motion by the micromotor. The device may include an electrical energy source electrically coupled to the micromotor to rotate the impeller sufficient to disaggregate the one or more individual cells from the tissue specimen and in a manner which does not lyse the one or more individual cells.
US10800997B2
Detergent compositions comprising polypeptide variants and methods of cleaning and/or treatment of surfaces using such compositions, and fabric treatment compositions comprising polypeptide variants. The compositions may comprise surfactants: anionic, nonionic and/or cationic.
US10800985B2
A process for producing naphthenic bright stocks from low quality naphthenic crude feedstocks. The naphthenic bright stocks produced by the process have improved low temperature properties at high yields based on feedstock.
US10800978B2
The present disclosure relates to an additive and a catalyst composition for a catalytic cracking process of vacuum gas oil for preparing cracked run naphtha having reduced liquid olefin content, and increased propylene and butylene yields in the LPG fraction. The process makes use of a catalyst composition which is a mixture of an FCC equilibrated catalyst and an additive comprising a zeolite, phosphorus and a combination of metal promoters. The process is successful in achieving high propylene and butylene yields in the LPG fraction along with a lower liquid olefin content and increased aromatic content with increase in RON unit in the resultant cracked run naphtha, as compared to that achieved using an FCC equilibrated catalyst alone.
US10800965B2
Compositions including modified release material for treatment of subterranean formations are provided. Also provided is a method of treating a subterranean formation including placing in the subterranean formation a composition including a modified release material. The modified release material can include an additive and a solid substituted or unsubstituted fatty acid having a melting point of about 30° C. to about 250° C., wherein the additive is partially or wholly enveloped by the fatty acid.
US10800945B2
A multi-layer plastic film as a carrier film for a glue layer, comprising a layer sequence of (a) an outer layer (a) based on a mixture of α) 3-15 wt % of an extrudable glue and β) 85-97 wt % of at least one C2-C8 olefin-alkyl acrylate copolymer, C2-C8 olefin-methacrylic acid copolymer and/or C2-C8 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, wherein the mixture of α) and β) must be compatible with each other, (b) a layer (b) of at least one polyolefin or one olefin copolymer, (c) a layer (c) of at least one polyolefin or one olefin copolymer, and optionally typical auxiliary substances, as a second outer layer, and composites of said carrier film and an adhesive layer.
US10800931B2
The invention includes conductive polymeric coatings, medical device, coating solutions and methods of making the same. A coating solution for forming a conductive polymer layer can include a conductive monomer, at least one photoreactive component comprising an anionic photoreactive cross-linking agent or an anionic photoreactive hydrophilic polymer, and a solvent. A medical device can include an electrode and an electrically conductive coating disposed over the electrode. The electrically conductive coating can include a reaction product of the conductive monomer and the at least one photoreactive component. Other aspects are included herein.
US10800927B2
The present invention provides an aqueous composition for coating substrates comprising: one or more emulsion copolymer, the emulsion copolymer being a copolymerization product of a monomer mixture comprising a monomer of formula I, wherein R1 is hydrogen or methyl, X is a divalent organic alkylene oxide group, n is an integer ranging from 1 to 50 and R2 is hydrogen or an aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbon group having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms, and a phosphate surfactant. When incorporated into a coating composition, the coating composition show both improved stain-resistance properties and anti-clogging properties.
US10800924B2
An aqueous, bubble forming composition is provided that contains glitter, wherein the glitter is strongly both lipophilic and hydrophilic and therefore able to preferentially release from the contact surface of the bubble forming toy while maintaining the structural integrity of the bubbles.
US10800919B2
The present disclosure relates to novel compositions formed by compounding olefin-maleic anhydride copolymers (OMAP) such as ethylene-maleic anhydride copolymers with polyester (PE), polycarbonate (PC), polyacetal, thermoplastic urethane (TPU) and other engineering plastics.
US10800915B2
A polycarbonate composition includes the following components in parts by weight: a. 30 to 87 parts of a PC resin; b. 8 to 50 parts of a rubber-modified graft polymer; c. 5 to 25 parts of a fire retardant; and d. 0 to 10 parts of other aids; wherein a sum of parts by weight of the four components a, b, c, and d is 100. Phenols which are added in a polycarbonate composition formula, based on a total weight of the polycarbonate composition does not exceed 100 ppm. A K value of a component I of the PC resin is adjusted between 300000 and 500000 and the K value of a component II is adjusted to be less than 300000.
US10800914B2
Provided are an active ester composition capable of exhibiting high curability and forming a cured product with various excellent properties such as low dielectric properties, a cured product thereof, and a semiconductor encapsulating material and a printed wiring board which are obtained using the active ester composition. The active ester composition includes, as essential components, an active ester compound (A) and a phenolic hydroxyl group-containing compound (B), in which the active ester compound (A) is an esterification product of a compound having one phenolic hydroxyl group in the molecular structure (a1) and an aromatic polycarboxylic acid or an acid halide thereof (a2). Also provided are a cured product thereof, and a semiconductor encapsulating material and a printed wiring board which are obtained using the active ester composition.
US10800913B2
A thermoplastic resin composition is provided from which a molded article that has excellent string resistance at the time of hot plate welding, a highly excellent surface appearance, generates a small amount of gas from the material, and has sufficient impact resistance as a material for a lamp housing can be obtained. The thermoplastic resin composition contains a thermoplastic resin component and a saponified fatty acid ester, in which a content of the saponified fatty acid ester is in a range of 0.1 parts by mass to 10 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the thermoplastic resin component.
US10800912B2
A resin film comprising a resin (A) and a multi-layered particle (B), the multi-layered particle comprising a layer (a) made of a polymer comprising 80 to 99.99% by mass of a methyl methacrylate unit, 0.01 to 2% by mass of a crosslinkable monomer unit and 0 to 19.99% by mass of additional copolymerizable monomer units, a layer (b) made of a polymer comprising 70 to 99.8% by mass of an alkyl acrylate unit, 0.2 to 10% by mass of a crosslinkable monomer unit and 0 to 29.8% by mass of additional copolymerizable monomer units, and a layer (c) made of a polymer comprising 80 to 100% by mass of a methyl methacrylate unit and 0 to 20% by mass of additional copolymerizable monomer units, wherein an amount of the layer (a) is 5 to 15 parts by mass, an amount of the layer (b) is 40 to 60 parts by mass and an amount of the layer (c) is 35 to 50 parts by mass, based on 100 parts by mass of the total amount of the layer (a), the layer (b) and the layer (c), and the layer (a), the layer (b) and the layer (c) are arranged in this order from the center of the particle toward the outer surface of the particle, and a volume-based average particle diameter is 90 to 150 nm.
US10800908B2
The present disclosure provides linear low density polyethylene compositions, films and method of making the same. The linear low density polyethylene compositions, according to the present disclosure, exhibit each of the following properties: (1) a CEF fraction from 70 to 90 C of equal to or greater than 80% of the total CEF fractions; (2) a melt index, I2, measured according to ASTM D 1238 (2.16 kg @190 C), in the range of from 0.8 to 1.2 g/10 minutes; and (3) a melt flow ratio, I10/I2, in the range of from 7.0 to 8.0.
US10800902B2
A method for producing a thermoplastic polymer composition comprises the steps of separately providing a thermoplastic polymer and an additive composition and then mixing the thermoplastic polymer and additive composition. The additive composition comprises a clarifying agent and a coloring agent. Another method for producing a thermoplastic polymer composition comprises the steps of separately providing a thermoplastic polymer, a clarifying agent, and a coloring agent and then mixing the thermoplastic polymer, the clarifying agent, and the coloring agent. The coloring agent is present in the composition in an amount to yield a composition exhibiting CIE L*, a*, and b* values falling within a defined color space. An additive composition contains a clarifying agent and a coloring agent. The coloring agent is present in the composition in such an amount that when the additive composition is added to a thermoplastic polymer composition, the thermoplastic polymer composition exhibits CIE L*, a*, and b* values falling within a defined color space.
US10800900B2
The present invention relates to a plasticizer composition, a resin composition and a method for preparing thereof. The present invention can provide a plasticizer composition, which can improve properties required to the plasticizer composition contained in a vinyl chloride-based resin composition, such as plasticizing efficiency, tensile retention and elongation retention, volatile loss, and migration resistance, to a level equal to or better than the existing plasticizer composition, and a resin composition comprising thereof.
US10800899B2
A method to reversibly assembly micro and nanostructures with a force provided by light inside a host medium which behaves as solid during steady state and as a fluid during assembly state. The host medium is a material capable to change from solid to fluid state during assembly and from fluid to solid state during fixation. The change in state at the host medium is controlled with the temperature and/or shear strain.
US10800898B2
A process for regenerating a polyester container and regenerated polyester chips prepared therefrom. The process comprises preparing a polyester container provided with a heat shrinkable film; crushing the container provided with the heat shrinkable film to obtain flakes; and thermally treating the flakes to produce regenerated polyester chips, wherein when the flakes are thermally treated at a temperature of 200° C. to 220° C. for 60 minutes to 120 minutes, the clumping fraction is 5% or less, and the flakes comprise first flakes obtained by crushing the container and second flakes obtained by crushing the heat shrinkable film. It not only solves the environmental problems by improving the recyclability of the polyester container, but also is capable of enhancing the yield and productivity.
US10800895B2
A plurality of polymer slides, each having a polymer part with a first polymer surface portion uncoated and a second surface portion coated with a metal. The first and second surface portions each have different surface coating properties and have respective first and second specified degrees of hydrophobicity which are different from each other. A hydrophobic small molecule is located in the polymer part of each polymer slide, and the hydrophobic small molecule and the polymer are essentially inert to one another. Adjacent polymer slides are arranged in a manner that the first polymer surface of one slide faces a metal coated second surface portion of another slide. The hydrophobic small molecule evaporates from said first polymer surface portion of the polymer part of one polymer slide onto the adjacent metal coated second surface portion of another polymer slide.
US10800894B2
A resin supply material used for press molding or vacuum-pressure molding of a fiber-reinforced resin includes a reinforcing fiber base material and a thermosetting resin, wherein a tensile rupture strain of the reinforcing fiber base material is 1% or more at temperature T, and/or a tensile strength of the reinforcing fiber base material is 0.5 MPa or more at the temperature T, wherein Temperature T is a temperature at which the viscosity of the thermosetting resin is minimum in heating of the thermosetting resin at a temperature elevation rate of 1.5° C./minute from 40° C.
US10800893B2
Lactose-derived hydrogels include at least lactose and methacrylic anhydride. A method of preparing lactose-derived hydrogels includes copolymerizing lactose methacrylate, methacrylic acid, and sodium methacrylate using light-induced photopolymerization. Polymerization proceeds in the absence of a photoinitiator. No volatile organic compounds or waste are produced by the method. The lactose may be provided by a milk permeate waste stream from the dairy or food processing industry.
US10800890B2
An aqueous resin dispersion wherein a polymer (C) obtained by bonding a polyolefin (A) to a polyether resin (B) is dispersed in water; and the polyether resin (B) contains a polyether resin (B1) having an HLB of less than 8 and a polyether resin (B2) having an HLB of 8 to 20 according to calculation by the Griffin method.
US10800886B2
The invention relates to a process for producing oxamide-functional siloxanes by reacting (A) siloxanes of the general formula (I) with (B) siloxanes selected from (B1) linear siloxanes of the general formula HO[SiR2O]tH (II) and (B2) cyclic compounds of the general formula (SiR42O)s (III), wherein the radicals and indices have the definitions specified in claim 1, in the presence of (C) catalysts.
US10800877B2
Described are polyesters comprising (a) a dicarboxylic acid component comprising 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid residues; optionally, aromatic dicarboxylic acid residues and/or modifying aliphatic dicarboxylic acid residues and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol residues. The polyesters may be manufactured into articles such as fibers, films, bottles, coatings, or sheets.
US10800868B2
An antifouling film includes: a substrate; and a polymer layer disposed on a surface of the substrate and including on a surface thereof an uneven structure provided with projections at a pitch not longer than a wavelength of visible light. The polymer layer is a cured product of a polymerizable composition. The polymerizable composition contains, in terms of active components, 75 to 95 wt % of a polymerizable monomer, 2.5 to 12.5 wt % of a urethane acrylate containing fluorine and an ester, and 2.5 to 9 wt % of a perfluoroalkyl-based monomer containing one (meth)acryloyl group for each molecule. The polymerizable monomer contains a bifunctional acrylate that contains an ethylene oxide group and a multifunctional acrylate that contains no ethylene oxide group. The perfluoroalkyl-based monomer has a fluorine atom concentration of 50 to 60 wt %. The polymerizable composition has an ethylene oxide group concentration of 20 to 50 wt %.
US10800863B2
The present invention relates to a transition metal complex that exhibits high activity in the polymerization reaction of olefin monomers and improved copolymerization activity, thus enabling the preparation of a low density, high molecular weight polyolefin, a catalyst composition including the same, and a method for preparing a polyolefin using the composition.
US10800855B2
The present invention provides a chimeric cytokine receptor (CCR) comprising: (i) an exodomain which binds to a ligand selected from a tumour secreted factor, a chemokine and a cell-surface antigen; and (ii) a cytokine receptor endodomain.
US10800852B2
There is disclosed compositions and methods relating to or derived from anti-CD38 antibodies. More specifically, there is disclosed fully human antibodies that bind CD38, CD38-antibody binding fragments and derivatives of such antibodies, and CD38-binding polypeptides comprising such fragments. Further still, there is disclosed nucleic acids encoding such antibodies, antibody fragments and derivatives and polypeptides, cells comprising such polynucleotides, methods of making such antibodies, antibody fragments and derivatives and polypeptides, and methods of using such antibodies, antibody fragments and derivatives and polypeptides, including methods of treating a disease.
US10800851B2
The present invention relates to combination therapies with anti-CD38 antibodies.
US10800849B2
The present disclosure provides antibodies that specifically bind to human glucocorticoid-induced TNFR family related receptor (GITR) and compositions comprising such antibodies. In a specific aspect, the antibodies specifically bind to human GITR and modulate GITR activity, e.g., enhance, activate or induce GITR activity, utilizing such antibodies. The present disclosure also provides methods for treating disorders, such as cancer and infectious diseases, by administering an antibody that specifically binds to human GITR and modulates GITR activity e.g., enhances, activates or induces GITR activity.
US10800848B2
Disclosed herein are compositions and pharmaceutical formulations that comprise a binding moiety conjugated to a polynucleic acid molecule and a polymer. Also described herein include methods for treating a cancer which utilize a composition or a pharmaceutical formulation comprising a binding moiety conjugated to a polynucleic acid molecule and a polymer.
US10800847B2
Provided herein are compositions comprising anti-HLA-Ib antibodies (monoclonal, mixed monoclonal, recombinant, chimeric, humanized or human antibodies) as IVIg mimetics and methods for using the same for the prevention, treatment, therapy and/or amelioration of inflammation induced diseases and allograft rejection. In certain embodiments, the anti-HLA-Ib antibodies strongly mimic IVIg in immunoreactivity to HLA class Ia (HLA-A, HLA-B and HLA-Cw) and Ib antigens (HLA-E, HLA-F and HLA-G). In certain embodiments, the anti-HLA-Ib antibodies strongly mimic IVIg in immunomodulatory or immunosuppressive activities. Methods are also provided herein to induce production of polyclonal anti-HLA-Ib antibodies in cancer patients for restoring anti-tumor activities of CD8+ T cells and NK cells, by active specific immunotherapy.
US10800837B2
Provided herein are self-assembling pharmaceutical compositions comprising a heat shock protein fused to a biotin-binding protein, wherein the biotin-binding protein is non-covalently bound to four biotinylated components, and further wherein at least two of the four biotinylated components are not identical.
US10800833B2
The present disclosure provides novel co-stimulatory domains useful in genetically-modified cells to promote cell proliferation and/or promote cytokine secretion after antigen recognition. For example, disclosed herein are genetically-modified cells comprising a chimeric antigen receptor or an inducible regulatory construct incorporating the co-stimulatory domains disclosed herein. Also disclosed herein are plasmids and viral vectors comprising a nucleic acid sequence encoding the co-stimulatory domains, and methods of administering compositions comprising the novel co-stimulatory domains to subjects in order to reduce the symptoms, progression, or occurrence of disease, such as cancer.
US10800830B2
High affinity PD-1 mimic polypeptides are provided, which (i) comprise at least one amino acid change relative to a wild-type PD-1 protein; and (ii) have an increased affinity for PD-L1 relative to the wild-type protein. Compositions and methods are provided for modulating the activity of immune cells in a mammal by administering a therapeutic dose of a pharmaceutical composition comprising a high affinity PD-1 mimic polypeptide, which blocks the physiological binding interaction between PD-1 and its ligand PD-L1 and/or PD-L2.
US10800829B2
Provided herein are variants of an archaerhodopsin useful for application such as optical measurement of membrane potential. The present invention also relates to polynucleotides encoding the variants; nucleic acid constructs, vectors, cells comprising the polynucleotides, and cells comprising the polypeptides; and methods of using the variants.
US10800827B2
Insulin dimers and insulin analog dimers that act as partial agonists at the insulin receptor are disclosed.
US10800824B2
Fragments of ARS-interacting multi-functional protein 1 (AIMP1) protein and a composition comprising the same as an active ingredient for preventing skin-aging, anti-wrinkle, and improving skin flexibility or elasticity are described.
US10800821B2
The present invention provides a recombinant fusion protein containing a first extracellular Ig-like domain of a signal-regulator protein alpha (SIRPα), linked to an Fc fragment of a human IgG1. The present invention also provides a polynucleotide encoding the recombinant fusion protein, an expression vector containing the polynucleotide, a method for producing the recombinant protein and a method for treating a disease caused by over expression of CD47.
US10800806B2
Novel sterol derivatives, the preparation method thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and use thereof for treating diseases involving transformed astrocyte cells or for treating malignant haemopathies. The treatment of glioblastoma multiforme, as well as of other cancers, such as lymphomas, neuroblastomas and melanomas is also described.
US10800805B2
Protected fluorescent reagent compounds and their methods of synthesis are provided. The compounds are useful in various fluorescence-based analytical methods, including the analysis of highly multiplexed optical reactions in large numbers at high densities, such as single molecule real time nucleic acid sequencing reactions. The compounds contain fluorescent dye elements, that allow the compounds to be detected with high sensitivity at desirable wavelengths, binding elements, that allow the compounds to be recognized specifically by target biomolecules, and protective shield elements, that decrease undesirable contacts between the fluorescent dye elements and the bound target biomolecules and that therefore decrease photodamage of the bound target biomolecules by the fluorescent dye elements.
US10800803B2
Disclosed are steviol glycosides referred to as rebaudioside V and rebaudioside W. Also disclosed are methods for producing rebaudioside M (Reb M), rebausoside G (Reb G), rebaudioside KA (Reb KA), rebaudioside V (Reb V) and rebaudioside (Reb W).
US10800799B2
Methods, kits and devices for separating phospholipids and proteins from small molecules in biochemical samples can feature an apparatus having a wetting barrier, at least one frit and a separation media. For example, an apparatus can include at least one wall defining a chamber having an exit and an entrance; a wetting barrier disposed between the exit and entrance, so as to define a separation media space located between the wetting barrier and the exit and a sample receiving area located between the wetting barrier and the entrance; and a separation media disposed adjacent to the wetting barrier and having a specific affinity for phospholipids.
US10800795B2
A borated benzoxazine compound, which can be used in particular as monomer in the synthesis of polybenzoxazine, corresponds to the formula: in which: Z represents an at least divalent, aliphatic, cycloaliphatic or aromatic, bonding group comprising at least one carbon atom and optionally at least one heteroatom chosen from O, S and P; and R1, R2, R3 and R4, which are identical or different, represent hydrogen or an alkyl comprising from 1 to 12 carbon atoms, it being possible for R1 and R2, on the one hand, and R3 and R4, on the other hand, optionally to form a heterocycle with the two oxygen atoms and the boron atom to which they are respectively bonded.
US10800790B2
The present disclosure provides a method of purifying pharmaceutical compositions consisting essentially of STAT3 inhibitors from a mixture of compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising STAT3 inhibitors used to inhibit STAT3 in tumor cells, and certain pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and methods of use.
US10800788B2
The present invention relates to a novel 4-(aryl)-N-(3-alkoxyfuro[2,3-b]pyrazin-2-yl)-piperazine-1-carboxamide derivative compound useful in the prevention or treatment of cancer; a preparation method thereof; and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the same. The novel 4-(aryl)-N-(3-alkoxyfuro[2,3-b]pyrazin-2-yl)-piperazine-1-carboxamide derivative compound of the present invention can effectively inhibit the growth of proliferating cells, and thus can be useful in the prevention or treatment of cancer.
US10800784B2
The present invention provides a compound having a PDHK inhibitory activity and useful for the treatment or prophylaxis of diabetes (type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes etc.), insulin resistance syndrome, metabolic syndrome, hyperglycemia, hyperlactacidemia, diabetic complications (diabetic neuropathy, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic nephropathy, cataract etc.), cardiac failure (acute cardiac failure, chronic cardiac failure), cardiomyopathy, myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, peripheral arterial disease, intermittent claudication, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, brain ischemia, cerebral apoplexy, mitochondrial disease, mitochondrial encephalomyopathy, cancer, pulmonary hypertension or Alzheimer disease. The present invention relates to a compound of the formula [I-a] or the formula [II], or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: wherein each symbol means the same as that described in the specification.
US10800780B2
Presently provided are inhibitors of cellularly expressed TDO2 and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, useful for modulating an activity of tryptophan 2, 3 dioxygenase; treating immunosuppression; treating a medical conditions that benefit from the inhibition of tryptophan degradation; enhancing the effectiveness of an anti-cancer treatment comprising administering an anti-cancer agent; and treating tumor-specific immunosuppression associated with cancer.
US10800763B2
The present invention relates to crystalline forms of Afatinib and its dimaleate salt. The present invention also relates to processes for the preparation of crystalline forms of Afatinib and its dimaleate salt. The present invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions of such crystalline forms of Afatinib dimaleate and use thereof in the treatment of a patient in need thereof.
US10800750B2
The present invention relates to compounds and composition for inhibition of FASN, their synthesis, applications, and antidotes. An illustrative compound of the invention is shown below:
US10800747B2
The present invention relates to macrocyclic compounds which are capable of selective binding to a target saccharide (e.g. glucose), making them particularly well suited for use in saccharide sensing applications. The present invention also relates to processes for the preparation of said compounds, to compositions and devices comprising them, and to their use in the detection of a target saccharide.
US10800735B2
The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing norbixin or bixin ethyl ester, which is a carotenoid-based compound, from a novel intermediate compound. When the novel intermediate compound is used, it is possible to manufacture norbixin or bixin ethyl ester in high yield through a simple process.
US10800734B2
Provided are compounds of formula (I), or a stereoisomer, mixture of stereoisomers, deuterated analog, tautomer, solvate or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, compositions, method of making and uses thereof.
US10800730B2
The invention provides a novel, general, and facile strategy for the creation of small molecules with high structural and stereochemical complexity. Aspects of the methods include ring system distortion reactions that are systematically applied to rapidly convert readily available natural products to structurally complex compounds with diverse molecular architectures. Through evaluation of chemical properties including fraction of sp3 carbons, ClogP, and the number of stereogenic centers, these compounds are shown to be significantly more complex and diverse than those in standard screening collections. This approach is demonstrated with natural products (gibberellic acid, adrenosterone, and quinine) from three different structural classes, and methods are described for the application of this strategy to any suitable natural product.
US10800727B2
A method for preparing methyl methacrylate from methacrolein and methanol; said method comprising contacting in a reactor a mixture comprising methacrolein, methanol and oxygen with a catalyst bed of heterogeneous catalyst comprising a support and a noble metal, wherein mass transfer rate of oxygen in hour−1 divided by space-time yield in moles methyl methacrylate/kg·catalyst hour in the catalyst bed is at least 20.
US10800725B2
The invention provides a compound of formula (I): or a salt thereof, wherein R1-R5 have any of the values described in the specification, as well as compositions comprising a compound of formula (I). The compounds are useful as RNA polymerase inhibitors and antibacterial agents.
US10800723B2
A composition comprises a polyol and a polyethylenimine compound. A method for reducing the volatile aldehyde content of a polyol comprises the steps of: (a) providing a polyol, the polyol containing a first amount of volatile aldehyde compounds; (b) providing a polyethylenimine compound; and (c) adding the polyethylenimine compound to the polyol to produce a composition.
US10800712B2
The present disclosure, in various embodiments, discloses hydrothermal methods, hydrothermally modified materials and dried hydrothermally modified materials. Certain dried hydrothermally modified materials can readily releases ionic species such as alkali metal ions (K+, Na+), silicate salts, and alkaline earth metal ions (Mg2+, Ca2+). Some dried hydrothermally modified materials can readily release aluminum ions and/or silicon, such as in the form of soluble silicates. Such processes and materials are useful, for example in economically preparing potassium releasing fertilizers.
US10800708B2
The object of the present invention is to provide an antibacterial material capable of sustaining antibacterial properties for a long time. The object can be solved by a silver-containing calcium phosphate sintered body having silver particles therein, wherein an average particle diameter of the silver particles is 0.01 to 0.5 μm.
US10800701B2
This rapid-hardening cement composition includes: a rapid-hardening admixture; and cement in an amount of 100 parts by mass to 2,000 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the rapid-hardening admixture, wherein the rapid-hardening admixture is a composition that contains: calcium aluminate; inorganic sulfate in an amount of 50 parts by mass to 200 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the calcium aluminate; and a setting modifier in an amount of 0.1 parts by mass to 10 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the calcium aluminate, and an average particle diameter of the calcium aluminate is in a range of 8 μm to 100 μm, and an average particle diameter of the setting modifier is in a range of 5 μm or less.
US10800700B2
The coated glass sheet of the present invention includes: a glass sheet; and a coating film provided on at least one principal surface of the glass sheet and having a smooth surface. The coating film includes: isolated closed pores present within the coating film; and a matrix. The coating film is substantially free of open pores open at the surface of the coating film. For the coated glass sheet of the present invention, a transmittance gain is 2.5% or more, the transmittance gain being calculated by subtracting an average transmittance of the glass sheet as determined by applying light having wavelengths of 380 to 1100 nm to the glass sheet in the absence of the coating film on the surface of the glass sheet from an average transmittance of the coated glass sheet as determined by applying light having the wavelengths to the coated glass sheet from a side on which the coating film lies.
US10800693B2
The invention relates to a method and an arrangement for wastewater treatment, in which at least portions of the sewage sludge contained in the wastewater (0) are subjected to a hydrolysis (8). The hydrolysis (8) is carried out as a thermal hydrolysis. After the hydrolysis step (8), a drying process is (19) carried out. The drying process (19) is a process operating with positive pressure in the steam region. At least parts of the steam resulting from the drying process (19), which operates with positive pressure, are fed (20) to the portions of the sewage sludge in the thermal hydrolysis (8).
US10800690B2
A system and process for removing solids from raw, untreated liquid that combines mechanical techniques, such as via shakers, hydrocyclones author centrifuges, with an additive technique for removal of smaller solids. The additive is selected according to the application. In drilling mud applications, preferred additive embodiments are polyaluminum chloride or polyacrylamide flocculants. Preferably, liquid additive precursors are pre-mixed separately and are then blended before injection into the solids removal process. Some embodiments provide an externally-actuated rack and pinion mud screen lock for simplified screen lockdown on shakers. Some embodiments provide a separate preliminary processing and feed system for pretreatment of the raw, untreated liquid.
US10800687B2
A reactor closed to the atmosphere and method using same for nitrate removal are disclosed.
US10800682B2
A water treatment system is disclosed having electrolytic cell for liberating hydrogen from a base solution. The base solution may be a solution of brine for generating sodium hypochlorite, or potable water to be oxidized. The cell has first and second opposing electrode end plates held apart from each other by a pair of supports such that the supports enclose opposing sides of the end plates to form a cell chamber. One or more inner electrode plates are spaced apart from each other in the cell chamber in between the first and second electrode plates. The supports are configured to electrically isolate the first and second electrode plates and the inner electrode plates from each other. The first and second electrode plates are configured to receive opposite polarity charges that passively charge the inner electrode plates via conduction from the base solution to form a chemical reaction in the base solution as the base solution passes through the cell chamber.
US10800676B2
Provided is a method for treating water containing a low-molecular-weight organic substance which enables the low-molecular-weight organic substance to be removed with certainty at a sufficient level without subjecting the water to a biological treatment. A method for treating water containing a low-molecular-weight organic substance, the method comprising passing raw water to a high-pressure reverse-osmosis-membrane separation device, the raw water containing a low-molecular-weight organic substance having a molecular weight of 200 or less at a concentration of 0.5 mgC/L or more, wherein an amount of brine discharged from a reverse-osmosis-membrane module (5a) disposed at an end of a final stage of the high-pressure reverse-osmosis-membrane separation device is 2.1 m3/(m2·D) or more.
US10800671B2
Metal ion sequestering particles were formed in a one-pot single step synthesis by azeotropically removing water while heating a reaction mixture containing a branched poly(ethylenimine), poly(acrylic acid), di-(2-picolylamine), a catalytic amount of N,N-duimethylformamide, toluene, and either glycine or a carboxy-terminated poly(N-isopropylacrylamide). No other catalyst was present. The branched and crosslinked particles formed using the poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) sequestered metal ion from water at ambient temperature and released the bound metal ion upon heating.
US10800667B1
A multi-functional slurry processing system (“VARCOR”) and associated methods is disclosed. The present examples provide a multi-functional slurry processing system incorporating systems and methods for separating liquid and solid components in slurries. In particular the systems and methods described herein produce clean water, dried solids, and potential concentration of desirable constituents with a boiling point lower than water. At least one example of the multi-functional slurry processing system provides a self-contained processing facility configured to efficiently convert high water-content slurries into its constituent solid and liquid fractions and subsequently generating and collecting clean water and concentrating desirable constituents with a boiling point lower than water. The multi-functional slurry processing system advantageously applies thermodynamic principles in a system which may include various combinations of a preheater, a degassing unit, a dryer, a steam filter, a compressor, a concentrating tower, and a condensation unit.
US10800664B2
A chemical disinfection process for vehicles using chlorine dioxide and titanium dioxide with calculated re-treatment formulas and schedules based on bacterial infestation data. Systems and methods that include client devices and servers that monitor and control a chemical disinfection process. The system generates a surety arrangement that facilitates re-treatment and electronic notification alerts to chemical solution vendors, dealers and vehicle owners.
US10800662B1
A method is provided for synthesizing a molecular sieve having the framework structure of SSZ-55 using [(1-phenyl)cyclopentylmethyl]trimethylammonium cations as a structure directing agent.
US10800661B2
Methods of synthesizing Si—H containing iodosilanes, such as diiodosilane or pentaiododisilane, using a halide exchange reaction are disclosed.
US10800655B2
A system and method for processing unconditioned syngas first removes solids and semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOC), then removes volatile organic compounds (VOC), and then removes at least one sulfur containing compound from the syngas. Additional processing may be performed depending on such factors as the source of syngas being processed, the products, byproducts and intermediate products desired to be formed, captured or recycled and environmental considerations.
US10800650B1
A MEMS element within a semiconductor device is enclosed within a cavity bounded at least in part by hydrogen-permeable material. A hydrogen barrier is formed within the semiconductor device to block propagation of hydrogen into the cavity via the hydrogen-permeable material.
US10800642B2
A device for filling containers with a filling product, that includes a stationary plant section, a plant section, and a rotary distributor is described. The plant section rotates in relation to the stationary plant section and includes at least one filling valve for filling a container with the filling product. The rotary distributor is configured to transfer the filling product from the stationary plant section to the rotating plant section, and has a distributor housing and a distributor shaft, which is at least partially accommodated in the distributor housing and which includes at least one bore for conducting the filling product. The distributor housing is disposed on the stationary plant section and the distributor shaft is disposed on the rotating plant section.
US10800641B2
The invention relates to an industrial truck comprising a vehicle body (6); a mast (8) that extends substantially vertically and is rigidly connected to the vehicle body (6) or hinged to the vehicle body (6), the mast (8) being associated with a load-carrying apparatus such that said apparatus can be moved upwards and downwards on said mast, which load-carrying apparatus comprises at least one load-receiving means for receiving a load that is to be transported; and an outrigger (9), the longitudinal axis (L) of which extends between a first fastening point (9a) on the vehicle body (6) and a second fastening point (9b) on the mast (8), the second fastening point (9b) being associated with a vertically upper side of the mast (8). In this case, the outrigger (9) is associated with an apparatus for reducing vibrations (9d) which is designed to reduce vibrations acting in the direction of the longitudinal axis (L) of the outrigger (9).
US10800636B2
The elevator comprises guide rails extending along a height of a shaft, a car and/or a counterweight moving upwards and downwards in the shaft and being glidingly supported on the guide rails. A stop block is attached to at least one guide rail in order to prevent movement of the car and/or the counterweight beyond the level of the stop block. The stop block comprises a buffer attached to a bottom plate. The buffer comprises a slot receiving a guide portion of the guide rail. The bottom plate supports the buffer on the guide rail.
US10800633B2
An apparatus and method for the post-processing of successively following, sequentially printed sheets, includes a conveyor, a folding table, a folding sword, a folding roller pair, at least one pressing-down mechanism, and a machine control that is operatively connected to the folding sword and the pressing-down mechanism. The pressing-down mechanism includes at least one mechanical braking element which acts in the region of the back edge onto the top side of the printed sheet to be positioned on the folding table. The stationary folding sword includes a compressed-air device with at least one outlet opening for compressed air which is focused onto a folding roller gap. The folding table forms a gathering device for at least two successively following printed sheets. A sensor, arranged in a region of the conveyor, is operatively connected to the machine control and functions to detect the printed sheets, transported with the conveyor.
US10800624B2
The present invention provides an image forming apparatus that reduces image artifacts caused by the back tension of a separating unit. A control unit decreases the number of rotations (the rotational speed) of a resist roller pair after the leading edge of a sheet reaches a transfer position.
US10800622B2
A sheet conveying system comprising a first conveyor and a second conveyor arranged downstream of the first conveyor in a transport direction for taking-over a sheet from the first conveyor, the first conveyor having a belt that is driven to move over a stationary attraction mechanism, the attraction mechanism being arranged to exert, onto a sheet conveyed on the first conveyor, an attraction force that is proportional to an area of coverage of the sheet on the attraction mechanism, characterized in that the attraction mechanism is arranged to attract the sheet with a larger force per area in a downstream zone of the first conveyor than in an upstream zone thereof.
US10800618B1
A concrete truck or cement tanker truck alignment system with a loading station having a discharge chute, an electronic sensor that sees through dust or an environmental dust shield, and provides location information used to determine a hopper offset. The hopper offset is a measurement of the physical offset between a feed hopper on the truck and the discharge chute. The system may further include an alignment feedback unit that provides feedback based on the hopper offset. The alignment feedback unit may indicate the hopper offset is within an alignment tolerance. The sensor may use radar. The alignment feedback unit may provide auditory or graphical feedback. The graphical feedback may show a discharge icon representing the position of the discharge chute and a hopper icon representing the feed hopper where the location of the hopper icon is relative to the discharge chute based on the hopper offset.
US10800605B2
A front end loading refuse vehicle includes a chassis, a body coupled to the chassis, and a lift arm assembly. The lift arm assembly includes a pair of lift arms and a pair of actuators. Each of the pair of lift arms includes (a) a first arm portion having (i) a first end pivotally coupled to a side of the body and (ii) an opposing second end having a protrusion extending therefrom and (b) a second arm portion having (i) a first end that slidably receives the protrusion of the first arm portion and (ii) an opposing second end configured to interface with an implement. Each of the actuators is positioned externally relative to a respective one of the pair of lift arms and extends between the opposing second end of the first arm portion and the first end of the second arm portion.
US10800604B2
Presenting an auxiliary storage apparatus and aircraft container that enables existing non-regulated temperature containers to be equipped with specific features such as cooling, heating, and humidifying features. The storage container with specific features is inserted into a non-regulated temperature container for aircraft use and affixed to the interior of the non-regulated temperature container by the auxiliary storage apparatus, which includes a wire that passes over the storage container, hooks and pulleys that affix to existing support brackets located on four corners of a floor surface, and a turnbuckle. One end of the wire hooks onto a first hook. The wire passes over the storage container and winds around the pulleys. The other end of the wire attaches to a second hook using the turnbuckle. During operation of the turnbuckle, the wire tightens against the storage container, and the storage container is affixed to the interior of the non-regulated temperature container.
US10800603B2
A control cabinet for an exhaust gas measuring facility. The control cabinet includes a cabinet body with measuring appliances for analyzing at least one sample gas. The cabinet body includes two side walls, a bottom, a cover, a first rear wall, a second rear wall, a front side, and a channel which is arranged between the first rear wall and the second rear wall. The channel is dissipates heat. A door opens and closes the front side of the cabinet body.
US10800600B2
Capsule for the preparation of a beverage comprising a container and a beverage ingredient contained therein, wherein the container comprises a code (65) adapted for being identified or read by external reading means (62), wherein the code is arranged on the container to be read while the capsule is rotated around an axis of rotation traversing the capsule.
US10800597B2
A telescoping syringe suitable for use with medications and other materials is presented. The telescoping syringe includes a valve, a plunger, and a barrel. The valve further includes a barrier, an outlet(s) through the barrier, and an annular extension extending from the barrier. The plunger further includes an inlet(s) and a first side wall with a proximal wall. The barrel includes a second side wall with a distal wall at one end and an open end at another end. The plunger is extendable from and retractable into the barrel at the open end via slidable engagement between first and second walls. The valve directly contacts one end of the first wall so that an annular flange slidingly engages an annular groove. The valve and the barrel slidingly contact the plunger so as to open and to close the inlet(s) and/or the outlet(s). The inlet(s) in the open position permits gas to enter a first reservoir within the plunger as fluid is transferred from the first reservoir through the outlet(s) in the open position to a second reservoir within the barrel.
US10800595B2
An insulated box assembly includes a box, the box including a pair of opposing main box panels, a pair of opposing side box panels, each side box panel of the pair of side box panels attached to both main box panels of the pair of main box panels, and a bottom box panel; and an insulated liner, the insulated liner including a pair of opposing main liner panels, a pair of opposing side liner panels, and a liner bottom.
US10800594B2
Apparatus and installation methods for sampling ports are disclosed. Sampling ports include a port housing and a lid assembly. The lid assembly is configured to sealably close against the port housing. Additionally, the lid assembly can be secured, such as with a lock, to the port housing. In one aspect, the port housing includes a sample mount arrangement configured to receive a sampling assembly. The sample mount arrangement defines a sampling channel and the port housing defines a sampling opening and a first securing mount. The lid assembly includes a latch arrangement and defines a second securing mount.
US10800593B2
The present invention relates to a pizza box comprising a lid section and a tray section, wherein the lid section comprises a recess that accommodates the neck of a user, or wherein the lid section comprises a tear line defining a removable section. The present invention alleviates the problem of dropping pizza and/or pizza toppings on the consumer, and provides additional utility.
US10800592B2
This container comprises: an outer receptacle containing a lower vessel carrying calcium oxide, a water bag and a striker to break the bag and mix the water with the calcium oxide causing an exothermic reaction; and an upper vessel carrying the pre-cooked food and fixed on the lower vessel. The outer receptacle has on its side surface: recessed sectors and projecting sectors forming hollow side chambers between the lower container and the side surface of the outer receptacle and, in correspondence with the upper end of the mentioned vertical sectors, a perimetral step for the linear support of a projecting rim defined in the upper opening of the lower vessel. The upper vessel comprises a perimetral step in an area close to its upper end for its support and fixing by means of an adhesive on the projecting upper rim of the lower vessel.
US10800589B2
An automatic replenishing system for automatically replenishing preservative gas within a compressible bladder for supply to the inner volume of a vessel. A compressible bladder has an outer wall and an inner volume. A supply conduit receives preservative gas from a source, and a discharge conduit supplies preservative gas to a vessel. An inflation detection system detect a first condition wherein the compressible bladder is inflated to a state of inflation and a second condition wherein the compressible bladder is inflated below the state of inflation. A valve system is operative to prevent preservative gas from flowing from the source of preservative gas and into the compressible bladder when the compressible bladder is in the first condition and to permit preservative gas to flow from the source of preservative gas and into the compressible bladder when the compressible bladder is in the second condition.
US10800583B2
A screw packing container includes at least a semi-open lid and a container, said lid has a first section and a second section which are connected by a hinge. Even if the user opens the first section of the lid very vigorously, the innovative barb fixing technique used in the second section of the lid can surely prevent the entire lid from being opened. Moreover, this invention utilizes the innovative double support positioning technology to enable the screw packing container still has the function of maintaining a semi-open state after being used for a long time. In this way, the use efficiency of the screw packing container can be improved, and the user can take the screws or other parts in the container more conveniently and safely.
US10800580B2
A plastic bottle cap includes a plastic cap body. The bottom side of the cap body is an opening, and the inner wall of the cap body near the bottom side opening of the cap body is annularly provided with a groove. The sealing ring is installed in the groove, and one side of the sealing ring extends to the outside of the groove. The annular groove is opened around the inner ring of the bottle cap body. Two semi-circular rings are movably mounted in the annular groove, one end of the two semi-circular rings is rotatably connected by the first hinge, one end of the two semi-circular rings which far away from the first hinge is fixed with the first fixing block and the second fixing blocks respectively, and the first fixing block and the second fixing block correspond to the setting.
US10800577B2
An apparatus for securing a package includes a flexible tear-resistant bag and an anchor system for securing the bag to a substrate. The bag includes a receptacle defining a package receiving space and a closure mechanism connected to the receptacle for selectively closing the receptacle. The anchor assembly includes a housing, a fastener, and an anchor securable to the substrate. The housing may be positioned in the package receiving space with the fastener extending through the housing and the receptacle and matingly received in the anchor. A door of the housing may be secured in a closed position to limit access to the fastener. In some embodiments, the bag of the apparatus may also be provided with an alarm system so if an unauthorized entry is attempted by cutting the tear-resistant bag the alarm system will emit an alerting signal.
US10800573B2
For closing packages (9) provided with a movable pouring spout, an adhesive is applied to one or both portions of a first pair of folding portions (16) which are movable integrally with an inclined wall (14) of a chamfered corner (10) of the package (9). The first folding portions (16) may be coupled to a second pair of folding portions (18), which are movable integrally with an oscillatable tongue (12) of the spout. The adhesive adheres the second portions (18) to the first portions (16) when the tongue (12) moves toward the inclined wall (14).
US10800567B2
A method for transferring process material between a first container and a second container has, as its essential constituent parts, at least one first tensioning unit, which has a first tensioner and a second tensioner, which can be actuated independently of one another, and also a tubular liner piece, which extends indirectly between the containers in order to seal off the transition between the containers from the exterior. The tensioning unit has fixed in it, temporarily, the near end portion of the liner piece and the near end portion of a tubular liner remainder left over from a previous transfer operation. In specific applications, a transfer means is installed between the containers. The process material is usually of a sensitive nature—e.g. a pharmaceutical component—and must be neither contaminated by the exterior surroundings nor pass into the surroundings. The containers are typically constituent parts of a production installation, such as big bags, steel containers or drums. The invention also relates to a method for using the apparatus.
US10800566B2
A storage and dosing station for storage and dispensing dosed quantities of solid drug portions. A stationary part of the station is to be mounted to a frame of an apparatus for packaging solid drug portions, the stationary part comprising a first part of a dispensing device. A controller and a drive for driving an individualizing mechanism for dispensing separate solid drug portions is comprised by the first part. A detachable part is coupled to the stationary part and comprises a storage container for receiving a plurality of solid drug portions. A second part of the dispensing device, and an information memory means is comprised in the second part. Information reading means on the stationary part are coupled to the controller, wherein the information reading means can read information stored in the information memory means, if the detachable part is coupled to the stationary part. The information memory means store data that are used by the controller to control the operation of components of the dispensing device.
US10800560B2
A packaging kit manufacturing apparatus (600) manufactures a packaging kit (501). The packaging kit manufacturing apparatus (600) includes: a film feeding section (610) that feeds a film (31, 32); a conveyance section (620) that conveys a plate-shaped member (510) such that a leading end of the plate-shaped member (510) pushes the film (31, 32); a welding section (640) that welds the film (31, 32) to form a tubular film (530); a retracting section (650) that retracts the film (32) to fold the plate-shaped member (510) along a fold line (21) before the welding section (640) welds the film (31, 32); and a lift restricting section (660) that restricts lift of the leading end of the plate-shaped member (510) when the film (32) is retracted by the retracting section (650).
US10800554B2
A space system including a layered structure on an outer surface of the space system, the layered structure including a conductive veil or nonwoven comprising conductive fibers, and a non-conductive sheet arranged on a surface of the conductive veil or nonwoven.
US10800550B2
Apparatus and methods for displaying a three-dimensional model image of a portion of a target object. An imaging device is equipped with an inertial measurement unit (IMU) and a processor configured to execute a three-dimensional (3-D) visualization application. The IMU is used to track movement of the imaging device relative to a known initial location in a frame of reference of the target object. Imaging device position offsets are computed using relative position and orientation information acquired by a dead-reckoning process. The processor is configured to execute an algorithm that combines orientation data from the IMU with walking step information to produce a piecewise linear approximation for relative motion measurement. The resulting relative location data can then be used by the 3-D visualization application to provide an estimated 3-D viewpoint to display a 3-D model of a feature in the imaged area of interest.
US10800548B2
A vehicle is configured to couple with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and includes a landing connection component configured to form a connection between the UAV and the vehicle and to prevent detachment of the UAV from the vehicle, a cover configured to at least partially enclose the UAV when the UAV is connected to the landing connection component, and one or more processors configured to generate one or more commands to (1) vary a position of the cover depending on a status of the UAV and (2) control an operation of the UAV.
US10800545B2
A generally vertical rocket (2) flies generally horizontally into recovery line, cable or chain (3) suspended between towers (5, 7) of a catamaran landing ship (9). High speed winches (11, 13), preferably located near or at the tops of the towers (5, 7) can rapidly reel in or out the recovery line (3) to effectively raise or lower the recovery line (3). The fixture engages a capture device on the rocket located usually above the rocket center of gravity. This invention provides a more reliable means of landing a rocket and also eliminates rocket weight, cost and complexity associated with previous means of landing a rocket.
US10800538B2
A propulsion system coupled to a vehicle. The system includes an ejector having an outlet structure out of which propulsive fluid flows at a predetermined adjustable velocity. A control surface having a leading edge is located directly downstream of the outlet structure such that propulsive fluid from the ejector flows over the control surface.
US10800534B2
A passenger seat system for a means of transport has a carrier structure which can be attached, fixedly with respect to a structure, and a seat having a seat frame being displaceable and arrestable on the carrier structure, a bottom side lying on the carrier structure, and a top side holding a seat surface. The seat frame has an arresting device on the bottom side and has an operating unit coupled to the arresting device. The operating unit is movable into an arresting position and an unlocking position. The arresting device has an arresting body movable perpendicularly with respect to the carrier structure and which can be moved into an engagement position and a release position. An arresting mechanism mechanically directly couples the arresting device to the operating unit such that the position of the arresting body is determined exclusively by the position of the operating unit.
US10800533B2
A modular electrical signal supply assembly includes a floor panel and at least one power/data strip (PDS) panel insert configured to provide an electrical signal to an electrical device. A vehicle includes an interior cabin with an electrical signal distribution system that includes a plurality of modular electrical signal supply assemblies and a plurality of electrical devices. Each modular electrical signal supply assembly includes a floor panel and at least one PDS panel insert. Each PDS panel insert is configured to provide an electrical signal to an electrical device and is electrically coupled to at least one other PDS panel insert. A method of assembling an interior cabin includes providing at least two modular electrical signal supply assemblies, each of which includes a floor panel and a PDS panel insert, positioning the floor panels in the interior cabin, and electrically coupling each PDS panel insert to at least one other PDS panel insert.
US10800531B2
Passenger accommodation systems are described. An example passenger accommodation system can be disposed in an aircraft and can include a passenger seating deck, a plurality of passenger seats disposed within the passenger seating deck, and a partition wall disposed within the passenger seating deck so as to separate the plurality of passenger seats into a first set of passenger seats and a second set of passenger seats. The partition wall can be aligned with a longitudinal axis extending in the direction of travel of the aircraft. Movement of passengers between the first set of seats and the second set of seats may not impeded by the partition wall.
US10800524B2
A method and apparatus for scalable and fast deployment of drones are presented. The method is based on packing multiple drones within a cell structure that provides means for changing, communication and fast deployment of drones as well as environmental protection. Multiple cells can be combined the further scale up the number and rate of drones being deployed. In a preferable arrangement, individual drones are equipped with special contacts that allow them to connect to the cell and optionally with other drones for power supply, diagnostic and communication.
US10800523B2
An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) apparatus includes an airframe, a propulsion system carried by the airframe and including at least one propulsion device, a movable component carried by the airframe, and a control system. The control system is programmed with instructions that, when executed, cause the control system to receive a first input corresponding to a characteristic of the movable component, receive a second input corresponding to a command to move the movable component, and direct a change in a setting of the at least one propulsion device in response to the first input and the second input.
US10800522B2
An electronic device includes a communication circuit configured to communicate with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) including a camera, a memory configured to store first flight information including a first flight pattern for a first location and first driving information of the camera, the first driving information corresponding to the first flight pattern, and a processor configured to be operatively connected with the communication circuit and the memory. The processor is configured to determine a flight reference location of the UAV, and control the UAV via the communication circuit such that the UAV flies based on the determined flight reference location and the first flight information.
US10800521B1
Described are apparatus and processes for reconfiguring aerial vehicles, such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) during navigation of the aerial vehicle between a maneuverability configuration and an efficiency configuration. When an aerial vehicle needs to be able to quickly maneuver in any direction (vertical, horizontal, pitch, roll, yaw) it is operating in a maneuverability configuration. When configured to operate in the maneuverability configuration, the primary function of the aerial vehicle configuration is to increase maneuverability of the aerial vehicle. When the aerial vehicle is navigating in a direction that is substantially horizontal, for example when navigating between locations, it may be configured to operate in an efficiency configuration. When configured to operate in the efficiency configuration, the primary function of the aerial vehicle configuration is to increase efficiency of the aerial vehicle and reduce power consumption.
US10800519B2
A collapsible flying device is provided having a housing including first and second housing sections forming an enclosure, and a motorized assembly that includes a drive motor and a drive shaft driven by the drive motor. The drive shaft matingly receives the first housing section and is coupled to the second housing section, wherein operation of the drive motor drives the drive shaft to move the first housing section from a closed position adjacent the second housing section to an open position spaced from the second housing section. A rotor hub is rotatingly driven by the drive motor. At least two rotor blades are coupled thereto and positioned within the enclosure in a collapsed position when the first housing section is in the closed position, and extend beyond the enclosure in an expanded position when the first housing section is in the open position.
US10800511B2
An end seal device for a high-lift device on an airfoil leading edge of an airfoil includes an end seal body configured to be coupled to the airfoil and having a seal body spanwise portion and a seal end. The end seal body is configured to be in a seal extended position when the high-lift device is in a device extended position. The seal body spanwise portion is disposed adjacent to the aircraft body or the airfoil leading edge and the seal end is disposed adjacent to a device end of the high-lift device when the end seal body is in the seal extended position and the high-lift device is in the device extended position. The end seal body in the seal extended position fills a discontinuity otherwise occurring between the device end and the aircraft body or airfoil leading edge if the end seal body were omitted.
US10800505B1
Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, relating to an autonomous aerial personal assistant device (AAPAD). The AAPAD can include a base unit housing various electronic components, a balloon for providing lift to carry a weight of the base unit, and a positioning unit that maintains a position of the balloon based at least on feedback provided by a plurality of sensors and computers. In some implementations, a request to initiate a communication session can be received on the AAPAD. Data indicating a presence of the user can then be obtained. A preset distance between the user and the AAPAD can be determined. Instructions to one or more components of the AAPAD can then be transmitted to automatically navigate the AAPAD to travel toward a location of the user.
US10800495B1
The present invention is used in water board sports but maybe of benefit to other water vessels; the present invention assists in the planing of water sport boards; the present invention was initially designed for windsurfing it can be used in surfing, kite-boarding and with other water crafts; the present invention uses one or more hybrid-fins, referred to as Squid-Fins™, along with a new base and fin-box that allows for more adjustments and easier swapping of fins; this system helps the board get up on a plane earlier and stay on that plane longer along with making it possible to add new characteristics to the performance of the board.
US10800489B2
A rider operates a driving source switching lever to switch an operation mode to a normal traveling mode or an auxiliary moving mode. During the normal traveling mode, a motorcycle travels by a driving force generated by an engine. During the auxiliary moving mode, the motorcycle moves at a low speed by a driving force generated by a vehicle driving motor. When the rider operates a forward-backward movement operator during the auxiliary moving mode to put the forward-backward movement operator in a forward movement instruction state, the vehicle driving motor is controlled such that the motorcycle moves forward. When the rider operates the forward-backward movement operator during the auxiliary moving mode to put the forward-backward movement operator in a backward movement instruction state, the vehicle driving motor is controlled such that the motorcycle moves backward.
US10800483B2
Disclosed is a cleat with an adjustable pad. The cleat includes a cleat body, an anti-slip buffer and a support base. The cleat body has three fixing holes and a central hole among the three fixing holes. A top side of the central hole is formed with a recess. The recess has a front portion and a rear portion. The central is located in the front portion. The anti-slip buffer is of a hat shape corresponding to the central hole and capable of selectively being placed in the central hole in different directions to form two protrudent heights. The support base is of a shape corresponding to the recess and capable of selectively being placed in the recess in different directions to adjustably support the anti-slip buffer.
US10800470B2
A frame assembly for a vehicle can include a fixed frame assembly, a removable frame assembly and a bracket. The fixed frame assembly can include a rear frame member extending along a longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The removable frame assembly can be selectively removed and attached to the fixed frame assembly. The removable frame assembly can include a tubular frame member extending along the rear end of the fixed frame assembly, and can be configured to deform in a predictable and predetermined controlled manner if a load or kinetic energy input to the tubular frame member is greater than a first predetermined threshold. The bracket can be connected to the tubular member and the rear frame member, and the bracket can be configured to deform in a predictable and predetermined controlled manner if a load or kinetic energy input to the bracket is greater than a second predetermined threshold.
US10800468B2
A fifth-wheel that includes a horizontal plate and a pair of legs extending upward therefrom. Also including pair of anchors, each having a bushing mounted under the plate, a cap, above the plate, secured to the respective bushing, a T-bolt extending vertically through the respective bushing and cap, and a handle secured to and extending radially outward from the respective T-bolt through a slot in the respective cap; and nuts securing each T-bolt to the respective anchor. The fifth-wheel may also include a cover, pivotable to selectively provide and block access to the anchors.
US10800460B2
A vehicle roof panel that is tunable with respect to the occurrence of vibration and the resonant frequency of vibration is provided. A frequency gain associated with the vehicle roof panel has been determined to be a function of the ratio between the width of roof beads impressed upon a roof panel and a gap between adjacent roof beads. When the ratio is between approximately 0.5 and 4.7, the frequency gain associated with the vehicle roof linearly follows values of the ratio. Accordingly, varying the width of the roof beads and/or the gap between adjacent roof beads such that the ratio remains between approximately 0.5 and 4.7, results in the vehicle roof panel being tunable.
US10800459B2
A vehicle side portion structure that includes: a pair of rockers that, at vehicle side portions, respectively extend along a vehicle longitudinal direction at both outer sides in a vehicle transverse direction of a floor panel that is a floor portion of a vehicle cabin interior, first impact absorbing portions that form closed cross-sectional structures and that, at a time of a side collision of a vehicle, plastically deform and absorb collision energy being provided at interiors of the pair of rockers; and side doors that open and close door opening portions of the vehicle side portions, second impact absorbing portions, which form closed cross-sectional structures and, at the time of a side collision of the vehicle, plastically deform and absorb collision energy, being provided at lower portions of interiors of the side doors.
US10800447B2
A system for a vehicle includes first and second electronic control units (ECUs) each electrically connected to a steering-system motor, and a computer. The computer is programmed to instruct the first and second ECUs to each provide one-half of a value of a torque signal to the steering-system motor upon determining that both ECUs have a full performance capability.
US10800445B2
One or more embodiments are described for facilitating a vision based active steering system. An example steering system includes a handwheel actuator that generates a first feedback torque based on road surface forces at a roadwheel. The steering system further includes a controller that receives, from an image-based system, a control signal indicative of a type of road surface based on an image of the road surface. Further, in response, the controller adjusts one or more parameters of the handwheel actuator to generate a second feedback torque based on the road surface forces at the roadwheel.
US10800430B2
A method for providing an alert signal to a control unit of a vehicle for controlling driver intervention. The method comprises determining a set of present driving behavior data indicative of a present driving behavior in a present driving situation and retrieving a driving model indicative of expected driving behavior for the present driving situation. Further, a plurality of expected near future paths for the vehicle are predicted and an actual path is additionally determined. The set of present driving behavior data is mapped with the driving model. When a predetermined degree of deviation in the set of present driving behavior data compared to the driving model is found and the actual path deviates from the predicted expected paths, the alert signal is provided.
US10800428B2
The present invention relates to a vehicle driving assistance method comprising the steps of: selecting a driver type; detecting the driver's condition; and controlling, in phases, at least one vehicle driving assistance function or selectively controlling a plurality of vehicle driving assistance functions, according to the selected driver type and the detected driver's condition.
US10800427B2
Systems and methods are directed to compensating for time delays. In one example, a system includes one or more processors and memory including instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to perform operations. The operations include obtaining first pose data indicative of a pose of a vehicle; obtaining first control data indicative of a first vehicle control command that has yet to affect control of the vehicle; determining, based at least partially on the first pose data and the first control data, predicted pose data indicative of an estimate of a pose of the vehicle that will result after the vehicle control command affects control of the vehicle; and generating, based at least partially on the predicted pose data, second control data indicative of a second vehicle control command to be applied subsequent to the first vehicle control command.
US10800422B1
A shift control method of a vehicle with a dual clutch transmission (DCT) may include: a first preparing step of, by a controller, controlling a torque of an N-th stage clutch to a predetermined minimum torque and increasing a torque of an N−1-th stage clutch to a predetermined standby torque; a first handover step of releasing the torque of the N-th stage clutch and increasing the torque of the N−1-th stage clutch; a gear changing step of releasing an N-th stage gear and then initiating an engagement of an N−2-th stage gear; a synchronization maintaining step of maintaining a synchronized state by adjusting the torque of the N−1-th stage clutch; a second preparing step of increasing the torque of the N−2-th stage clutch to the standby torque; and a second handover step of releasing the torque of the N−1-th clutch and increasing the torque of the N−2-th stage clutch.
US10800421B2
A shift control method for a vehicle with a double clutch transmission (DCT) is configured such that when a power-on upshift is initiated, during a target time for a controller to perform a torque phase, a release-side clutch is gradually released, an engine torque is gradually increased to a basic engine torque or more, and an engagement-side clutch torque is increased according to an increase in the engine torque and a vehicle speed; and when the release-side clutch is completely released, the controller reduces the engine torque while gradually reducing the engagement-side clutch torque to be equal to the basic engine torque, to perform an inertia phase such that an engine speed is synchronized with an engagement-side clutch speed.
US10800418B2
Methods, apparatus, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for employing a mode expansion module to increase a number of operating modes in which a vehicle can operate. The mode expansion module can operate as a computing device, which can be connected to an existing vehicle for sending and receiving both sensor signals and engine control signals. The mode expansion module can be controlled by a user using an existing vehicle control switch that is connected to the vehicle, and can leverage connections to an existing display panel in the vehicle in order to indicate to the user the operating mode that has been selected. Furthermore, when a particular mode of the mode expansion module is selected, the mode expansion module can modify control commands being transmitted from an existing engine control module, and/or modify sensor signals being provided to the existing engine control module.
US10800415B2
Methods and systems are provided for electrically-assisted engine braking. In one example, a method may include operating a turbocharger by an electric motor during engine braking to increase air flow to an engine intake. The enhanced air flow into the engine intake increases an exhaust manifold pressure, thus increased a braking force provided by engine braking.
US10800412B2
An automotive vehicle includes at least one actuator configured to control vehicle steering, at least one sensor configured to detect a profile of a driving surface proximate the vehicle, and at least one controller in communication with the actuator and the sensor. The controller is configured to identify a plurality of potential paths within a driveable lane, determine at least one road profile parameter for each respective potential path, identify a desired path based on a comparison of the respective road profile parameters for the plurality of potential paths, and control the actuator to steer the vehicle according to the desired path.
US10800399B2
A controller for the hybrid vehicle compensates for a shortage of an engine output to a vehicle demand output by discharge electric power of a battery when the vehicle demand output is higher than an upper limit output of a target operating range, and charges the battery by an excess of the engine output to the vehicle demand output when the vehicle demand output is lower than a lower limit output of the target operating range. The target operating range is set to a low load side as a SOC of the battery is higher in a predetermined SOC range. Also, the controller controls an intake air temperature during stopping of the engine to a target intake air temperature when the hybrid vehicle is traveling with the engine stopped. The target intake air temperature is increased as the SOC is lower in the predetermined SOC range.
US10800388B2
A method for operating a motor vehicle brake installation. An electrically controllable pressure modulation device having a pump-valve arrangement is hydraulically arranged between the primary brake system and the front axle brakes. The pump-valve arrangement includes, for each front brake, a first valve, arranged between the inlet valve of the primary brake system and the brake, and an electrically activatable pump, with a suction and pressures ports. The pressure port is connected to the brake. In the presence of a predetermined condition of the primary brake system and of an actuation of the master brake cylinder by the driver, a build-up of brake pressure at the front axle brakes is performed by the pump-valve arrangement. The pressure set by the pump-valve arrangement is higher than the brake pressure in the master brake cylinder, whereas the brake pressure of the master brake cylinder prevails at the brakes of the rear axle.
US10800384B2
The invention relates to a cleaning device for cleaning an optical device of a motor vehicle, wherein the cleaning device features at least two cleaning units and at least one holder upon which the cleaning units are arranged. Each cleaning unit has a drive part and a cleaning part, wherein the drive part features an electroactive polymer and can at least partly move the cleaning part. The holder on which the cleaning units are arranged can move between a working position, in which the cleaning units are positioned relative to the optical device in such a manner that the drive part can move the cleaning parts across a surface of the optical device that is to be cleaned, and a rest position, in which the cleaning units are positioned away from the optical device. The cleaning device is embodied in such a manner that each cleaning part of the cleaning units is moved over a subarea assigned to it of the surface to be cleaned, wherein the subareas can at least partly overlap.
US10800372B2
Provided is a seam-sealed curtain airbag cushion that makes a panel with a fabric to which a silicone coating liquid is applied and doubly couples a first panel and a second panel constituting the panel by means of a silicone sealant and a sewing yarn so as to maintain the internal pressure thereof for a period of time in the event of a side crush or vehicle overturning. The seam-sealed curtain airbag cushion has the improvements in the tensile strength and tearing strength and is not deteriorated in performance even under various external environments.
US10800370B2
A system includes a bulkhead, a seat in a rearward-facing position facing away from the bulkhead, and a plurality of airbags supported by the seat. Each airbag is inflatable in a direction away from the bulkhead to an inflated position.
US10800366B2
A motor vehicle has a body, two spaced-apart longitudinal members, a bumper assembly as well as a second bumper cross-member which is spaced apart from the first bumper cross-member.
US10800358B2
An electromagnetic shield member includes an electrically conductive shield pipe, a braided member obtained by braiding metal strands into a tubular shape, and a first coupling member that is ring-shaped and arranged on the outer circumferential surface of a portion of the braided member that has been fitted around the shield pipe. The first coupling member is configured to couple the braided member to the shield pipe by constricting the braided member circumferentially inward, and is made of a different type of metal from the braided member. Also, an insulating film is provided on the inner circumferential surface of the first coupling member.
US10800353B2
A utility vehicle powertrain enclosure includes an engine and a transmission mounted to a carrier under a utility vehicle cargo box and substantially enclosed by the carrier and a plurality of panels. The carrier has a forward end pivotably attached to a frame member of the utility vehicle, and sides flexibly connected to panels alongside the engine, and a rearward end mounted to the utility vehicle with a pair of suspension members.
US10800349B2
An automobile interior trim has a resin core material and a skin material that is joined on a surface of the resin core material. The automobile interior trim has stitches that are formed on the skin material by sewing the skin material with threads. The skin material and the stitches are cut by a laser beam to generate a cut section. The vicinity of the cut section has a structure in which threads of the stitches and the raw material of the skin material are melted by heat of the laser beam, mixed together, and solidified.
US10800347B2
The present disclosure provides a holder of a vehicle-mounted camera, a manufacturing method and a mounting method. The holder of the vehicle-mounted comprises: an aligning part, a position of which is determined based on a position of a lens of the camera such that the lens is centered in the opening; and a fastener for fixing the holder of the vehicle-mounted camera to the body. The position of the aligning part is determined based on the position of the lens of the vehicle-mounted camera, thereby ensuring that the lens of the camera assembly is evenly spaced apart relative to the opening of the body of the vehicle, and improving aesthetics.
US10800339B2
A rack assembly includes, among other things, a cargo frame, a cantilever frame, and an actuation system that moves the cargo frame from a stowed position to an intermediate position by sliding the cargo and cantilever frames relative to an anchor frame. The actuation system moves the cargo frame from the intermediate position by sliding the cargo frame relative to the cantilever frame to permit pivoting of the cargo frame relative to the cantilever frame to a loading position. A rack accessing method includes, among other things, sliding a cargo frame and a cantilever frame relative to an anchor frame to move the cargo frame from a stowed position to an intermediate position. The method further includes sliding the cargo frame relative to the cantilever frame to permit pivoting the cargo frame relative to the cantilever frame to move the cargo frame from the intermediate position to a loading position.
US10800337B2
Security devices may include a side panel movably coupled to an attachment mechanism and to a top panel. The side panel may be positioned at least substantially transverse to the top panel with the at least one extension structure extending laterally outward from the top panel when in a secured position, and at least substantially parallel to the top panel with the at least one extension structure positioned laterally inward when in a storage position. Vehicles may include a trunk space with an attachment mechanism positioned within at least one slot in a floor of the trunk space. Other aspects, embodiments, and features are also included.
US10800335B2
An actuator assembly is configured to adjust a viewing axis of a vehicle mirror. The assembly comprises a toggle switch and a pivot plate. The pivot plate comprises a pivoting member and a slider component configured to receive the pivoting member. The pivot plate is rotationally coupled to the toggle switch proximate a first axis. The assembly further comprises a support bracket rotationally coupled to the pivot plate via the pivoting member along a second axis. The support bracket is further rotationally coupled to the toggle switch along the first axis. The support bracket is configured to support the vehicle mirror such that a rotation of the toggle switch is configured to move the pivot plate relative to the support bracket to adjust a viewing angle of the vehicle mirror.
US10800331B1
A vehicular vision system includes a rear backup camera and a display device viewable by a driver of the equipped vehicle. The display device includes a video screen operable to display video images derived, at least in part, from image data captured by the rear backup video camera. Video images derived, at least in part, from image data captured by the rear backup video camera are displayed by the video screen of the display device when a transmission of the equipped vehicle is shifted into reverse gear by the driver of the equipped vehicle. The video screen continues to display video images derived, at least in part, from image data captured by the rear backup video camera for a threshold time period after the transmission of the equipped vehicle is shifted out of reverse gear by the driver of the equipped vehicle.
US10800329B2
The invention relates to an exterior mirror simulation with image data recording and a display of the recorded and improved data for the driver of a motor vehicle. The display on a display device shows the data in a way chosen by the driver or the vehicle manufacturer.
US10800327B1
One general aspect includes a system for enhanced accent lighting within a vehicle interior, the system including: a memory configured to include one or more executable instructions and a processor configured to execute the executable instructions, where the executable instructions enable the processor to carry out the following steps: capturing an image of a user; and producing accent lighting in the vehicle interior based on the image.
US10800319B2
The present invention provides a capacitive switch device comprising: a touch sensing unit (100) including a sensing electrode (110) and a transmission electrode (120), which are disposed on a substrate (2); and a touch control module (200) disposed on a substrate (2), and configured to confirm a manipulator's contact manipulation state based on a sensing signal from the touch sensing unit (100) and output a touch output signal, wherein the transmission electrode (120) outputs a transmission signal in response to a transmission control signal from the touch control module (200), and the sensing electrode (110) detects a signal in response to a sensing control signal from the touch control module (200) for application to the touch control module (200), and wherein the touch control module (200) activates the sensing electrode (110) and the transmission electrode (120) according to a preset mode, and a method for controlling the same.
US10800311B2
An operating mechanism for a ramp door includes a door actuation system and a limit stop system. The actuation system is connected between the door and a frame or the vehicular structure directly and is operable to pivot the door between closed, deck, and ramp positions. The limit stop system selectively limits the pivoting of the door to a range between the closed and deck portion or to a range between the closed and ramp positions.
US10800299B2
An armrest for an interior equipment part of a motor vehicle includes a decor layer, a support element, a cushion element disposed at least in sections between the support element and the decor layer, and a heating element disposed at least in sections on the decor layer. Furthermore, the armrest includes a sensor element that includes an electrode and a counter electrode. The sensor element is electrically connected to a control unit, wherein the sensor element is designed to send an electric sensor signal to the control unit when the distance between the electrode and the counter electrode changes at least in regions, and the control unit is designed to switch the heating element off and/or on as a function of the sensor signal.
US10800291B2
An adjustment device for the automatic seat position change in a vehicle from an actual setting into a predefinable target setting including an electronic control unit for automatically setting at least one actuator for adjusting at least one seat-position-dependent adjustable vehicle component depending on detected vehicle occupant data. In this case, the control unit has an analysis unit for determining an efficiency-oriented adjustment space requirement for the adjustment of the actual setting into the target setting depending on the vehicle occupant data and the vehicle interior geometry.
US10800288B2
A proximity detection system for detecting motion and proximity of an occupant seated in a vehicle. The system includes a sensing electrode located proximate to the occupant and configured to transmit a signal representative of a current in the sensing electrode. The system includes a receiver including a controller and coupled to an antenna. The receiver is configured to detect a change in the transmitted signal received by the antenna based on the proximity of the occupant. The receiver is configured to determine the presence of the occupant based on the amplitude of the signal received by the antenna and the rate change of the amplitude of the signal received by the antenna. The receiver is configured to generate a control signal to change a state of a vehicle component when at least one of the amplitude and the rate of change of the amplitude exceed a predetermined threshold.
US10800278B2
A vehicle includes a low-voltage battery electrically coupled to a powertrain, and a computer programmed to put the vehicle in a minimal risk condition in response to a state of charge of the low-voltage battery falling below a threshold. The vehicle may further include a DC/DC converter electrically coupled to the powertrain and to the low-voltage battery, and a high-voltage battery electrically coupled to the powertrain.
US10800263B2
A ground fault detection apparatus includes a control unit, a detection capacitor, a positive-electrode-side first resistor connected to positive-electrode side of a high-voltage battery, a negative-electrode-side first resistor connected to negative-electrode side, a positive-electrode-side second resistor having one end grounded and another end, voltage of which being measured by the control unit, a negative-electrode-side second resistor having one end grounded, a positive-electrode-side C contact switch as a twin relay that alternatively switches connection destination of one end of the detection capacitor between a path including the positive-electrode-side first resistor and a path including the positive-electrode-side second resistor based on instruction from the control unit, and a negative-electrode-side C contact switch as a twin relay that alternatively switches connection destination of another end of the detection capacitor between a path including the negative-electrode-side first resistor and a path including the negative-electrode-side second resistor based on instruction from the control unit.
US10800262B2
In an example embodiment, a method of controlling a three-phase alternating current (AC) voltage source includes determining an error between a direct current (DC) bus voltage command and a detected DC bus voltage, the detected DC bus voltage being a part of an outer feedback loop, obtaining one of a virtual conductance or virtual resistance, the one of the virtual conductance or the virtual resistance being a part of an inner feedback loop relative to the outer feedback loop, regulate an output DC bus voltage based on the error and the one of the virtual conductance or the virtual resistance and controlling the three-phase AC voltage source based on the regulation of the output DC bus voltage.
US10800260B2
A traction battery includes cell modules for storing electrical energy, a housing for encasing the cell modules, and sensors for measuring a mechanical load on the cell modules. Also disclosed is a vehicle having the traction battery.
US10800258B2
A vehicular display control device includes: a display control unit for controlling a display device to superimpose an image on a surrounding view of the vehicle; and a sensor operation detecting unit for detecting whether an obstacle sensor detecting an obstacle around the vehicle is in operation. When the obstacle sensor is in operation, the display control unit: transforms a detection target area, which falls in a detection range of the obstacle sensor and expands from the vehicle to a periphery along a road surface, into a detection target image represented from a viewpoint of a driver of the vehicle; and displays a transformed image to be superimposed on the surrounding view of the vehicle.
US10800241B2
A protective cover includes a sleeve which overlies the entirety of the inside and outside of a vehicle window and has a peripheral seal which seals against the frame for the window which is integral with the vehicle body. A sock-like sleeve encloses the vehicle side mirror and a large protective portion overlies the painted door structure below the window. Fore and aft straps have fasteners on their ends which allow fastening to fastener halves mounted inside the front and rear wheel wells of the vehicle.
US10800240B2
A multi-layered vehicle cover that protects a vehicle from hail and other foreign objects that may occur during a storm. The cover's weather resistant and waterproof layer is to better provide a barrier of protection for a vehicle's outer surface during a storm. The cover's resilient layer, uses a cushioning material, polyurethane foam that absorbs the force of contact with the foreign object. It will dissipate the force over a larger surface area to prevent damage. The cover can also be used as a normal vehicle cover to help protect the vehicle even while not in the middle of a storm. The cover is easily rolled onto the vehicle and held in place with magnets and just as easily can be removed from the vehicle and rolled and stored inside the vehicle.
US10800239B2
Transportation methods, systems and covers for transporting hot ingots or sows are disclosed. The transportation system includes a base, at least one stack of ingots, and at least one cover positioned over the at least one stack of ingots. The transportation system may also include a securement assembly configured to secure the at least one stack of ingots and at least one cover to the base. A transportation method using the transportation system to deliver hot ingots to a processing facility is also disclosed.
US10800236B2
A vehicle includes a header extending laterally between A-pillars, and a soft top, including a movable frame defining a roof of the vehicle and having a header bow that is selectively securable to the header, the frame movable between a forward closed position and a rearward retracted position. A wind deflector is mounted to the frame adjacent to the header bow and movable with the frame between the closed position and the retracted position, with the wind deflector positioned in front of the header bow when not in the closed position.
US10800234B2
A truck that includes a bed section located rear of a cab section where the bed section is bounded on each side by opposing first and second upward-extending side walls, respectively. The truck includes a tonneau cover which has a first panel section pivotable with respect to the opposing first and second upward-extending side walls. A latching assembly is attached to the first panel section that selectively secures and releases the first panel section with respect to the first and second upward-extending side walls of the truck. The latching assembly includes at least one adjustable pinch latch assembly. The pinch latch assembly includes a latch handle portion and a latch base located on the first panel section adjacent the latch handle portion.
US10800229B2
A sun visor module includes: a base portion which has an accommodating space formed therein and a front portion provided at the ceiling of a front seat of a vehicle in an openable or closable form; a sun visor portion which is provided at the center of the inside of the base portion and slides in or out through the front portion of the base portion; a screen-shaped awning portion which is provided at a lower portion of the inside of the base portion to be entered in or out to the front portion of the base portion; an air discharge portion which is connected with an A-pillar of the vehicle to introduce the wind flowing in the A-pillar into the base portion; and a first blowing portion which communicates with the rear lower portion of the base portion to send the wind to the inside of the vehicle.
US10800213B2
Tire wear detection apparatus and related methods are disclosed. An example vehicle includes a tire including a wear bar coupled thereto. The example vehicle also includes a light source to emit a light and means for directing the light to the tire. At least a portion of the wear bar is to glow when exposed to the light.
US10800211B2
A pneumatic tire includes a first block formed by first lug grooves defining a first land portion that is defined by a first main groove and a second main groove. The first block includes: a first circumferential narrow groove extending in the tire circumferential direction with at least one end communicating with one of the first lug grooves, a set of two lateral narrow grooves extending in the tire width direction with one end communicating with the first main groove, a first lateral auxiliary groove extending in the tire width direction with a first end communicating with the second main groove and a second end communicating with the first circumferential narrow groove, the second end of the first lateral auxiliary groove being disposed at a position in the tire circumferential direction between end portions of the set of first lateral narrow grooves proximal to the first circumferential narrow groove.
US10800207B1
An apparatus for removing lug nuts for changing a tire on a vehicle has a bracing structure and at least three arms connected to the bracing structure. A first arm extends upward and a second arm, adapted to operate as a footrest, extends outward and both arms are positioned such that one may stand on the second arm to generate extra torque while grasping the first arm for stability. A third arm is adapted to receive a socket and is oriented along the socket's axis of rotation. All arms are collapsible for storage.
US10800197B2
Provided is a printing blanket that is unlikely to cause portions uncoated with ink even when the printing-applied surface has protrusions. The printing blanket according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a printing surface to be pressed against a printing plate on which the ink is placed and against the surface on which printing is applied and that is a target of printing. The printing blanket further includes a substrate, an inner coating layer covering at least part of the surface of the substrate, and an outer coating layer covering at least part of the surface of the inner coating layer that is on the side opposite the substrate. The inner coating layer has a smaller Asker C hardness than the substrate, and the outer coating layer has the printing surface on the side opposite the inner coating layer.
US10800196B2
An intermediate roller positioned between a fountain solution vapor supply and an imaging member decouples fountain solution vapor deposition from the surface of the imaging member. The intermediate roller may be temperature controlled. A uniform layer of fountain solution condenses onto the surface of the temperature controlled intermediate roller regardless of the imaging blanket temperature. The fountain solution condensate layer deposited onto the intermediate roller splits and deposits a thin uniform layer of fountain solution liquid onto the imaging member surface. This liquid layer split may be independent of the temperature of the imaging member surface, resulting in a uniform layer of fountain solution on the imaging blanket for better imaging quality. Remotely locating the vaporizing chamber away from the imaging member prevents undesired heat transfer from a hot vaporizing chamber/baffle to the imaging member surface.
US10800192B2
An image forming apparatus includes a moving unit and a lifting and lowering mechanism. The moving unit is supported by a casing in an upwardly and downwardly moving manner. A fixed pully and a winding pully are provided in the casing. A movable pulley is provided in the moving unit. A wire is configured to be wound around the fixed pulley and the movable pulley. One end of the wire is fixed to the casing and the other end of the wire is fixed to the winding pulley. A rack is provided in the casing along an upper-and-lower direction. A pinion is provided in the moving unit and configured to be engaged with the rack. The winding pulley is rotated to wind and unwind the wire via the fixed pulley and the movable pulley, and the moving unit is lifted and lowered while the pinion being engaged with the rack.
US10800191B2
An image forming apparatus includes a head unit, a conveyance unit, a lifting and lowering mechanism, a drive source and a transmission mechanism. The head unit is provided with an inkjet head having a discharge opening through which an ink is discharged. The conveyance unit is supported in an upwardly and downwardly movable manner in directions close to and apart from the head unit from a lower side. The lifting and lowering mechanism is configured to lift and lower the conveyance unit. The drive source is configured to drive the lifting and lowering mechanism. The transmission mechanism is configured to transmit driving force from the drive source to the lifting and lowering mechanism. The transmission mechanism includes a warm gear, a warm wheel meshed with the warm gear and a resistance applying member configured to apply resistance to rotation of the warm gear.
US10800188B2
A sheet correcting device includes a belt pair to sandwich a sheet with an upper belt and a lower belt to convey the sheet in a sheet conveyance direction, a plurality of curved surface members disposed along the sheet conveyance direction, each of the plurality of curved surface members comprising a curved surface to contact the belt pair where the belt pair sandwiches the sheet, a plurality of pressing members facing the curved surface of each of the plurality of curved surface members, respectively, to press the belt pair against the curved surface of each of the plurality of curved surface members, and a heater to heat the sheet via at least one of the upper belt and the lower belt of the belt pair.
US10800184B2
A density correction value determining method of correcting a printing density in a printing apparatus that performs printing by ejecting ink from a plurality of nozzles onto a medium, includes printing a test pattern by ejecting ink from the plurality of nozzles, acquiring captured image data by imaging printed test pattern, calculating a first density correction value for bringing the printing density closer to a predetermined reference value set when one raster is formed by ejecting ink from each single nozzle of the plurality of nozzles based on a density of acquired captured image data, and calculating a second density correction value for bringing the printing density closer to a predetermined reference value set when one raster is formed by combining different nozzles of the plurality of nozzles based on the calculated first density correction value.
US10800183B2
A method for reducing the effect of defective printing nozzles in a multicolor printing process on an inkjet printing machine. A computer creates a color transformation table that, for every process color of the inkjet printing machine, includes a replacement combination of the respective other process colors with a minimum color distance to the process color in question. The color transformation table is used to compensate for a defective printing nozzle. The color transformation table is created by printing and measuring a test chart with all process colors and interpolated by the computer. The color transformation table is then optimized to avoid undesired transitions between supporting points of the color transformation table and the resultant color transformation table accordingly contains process color combinations with minimum sensitivity to defective printing nozzles and the optimized table is used to carry out the multicolor printing operation on the inkjet printing machine.
US10800181B2
A production system includes: a production unit that produces prints with which products are to be tagged; an information acquisition unit that acquires defect information that is information on defect of tagged products that are products tagged with prints; and a changing unit that changes conditions of production of prints in the production unit based on the defect information acquired by the information acquisition unit.
US10800170B1
Devices and methods are provided for ejecting a droplet from a reservoir using focused acoustic radiation having a plurality of nonsimultaneous and discrete frequency ranges. Such frequency ranges may be used to control droplet volume and/or velocity. Optionally, satellite fluid ejection from the reservoir is suppressed.
US10800163B2
A liquid ejecting apparatus includes: a support that extends in a second direction intersecting a first direction in which a printing medium is transported; a carriage that is connected to the support and is movable in the second direction; an ejector that is provided in the carriage and ejects a liquid to the printing medium; and a detector that is provided in the carriage and detects a change in posture of the carriage. In a case where the liquid is not ejected from the ejector, the carriage moves in the second direction, and the detector detects the change in posture of the carriage. The detector outputs posture-change amount information based on the change in posture of the carriage. Ejection of the liquid is corrected based on the posture-change amount information.
US10800159B2
A marking machine for marking an article and a method of operating the same. The marking machine has a marking head including a support and at least one punch. The marking machine also includes a positioning system configured to position the article with respect to the punch. The punch has rotational mobility about an axis of rotation that is fixed with respect to the support.
US10800156B2
Provided is a fabricating method of a pattern, which includes preparing a first substrate having a first width and a first thickness, stretching the first substrate and preparing a second substrate having a second width and a second thickness, forming a base layer made of a material of a pattern which will be formed on the second substrate, removing a predetermined region of the base layer and forming a first pattern having a first line width and a first height on the second substrate, and removing a tensile force applied to the second substrate to restore the second substrate back to being the first substrate and forming a second pattern having a second line width and a second height on the first substrate. Fineness of a line width can be achieved by forming the first pattern in a state in which the substrate is stretched, contracting a line width of the first pattern while restoring the stretched substrate, and forming the second pattern having a contracted line width on the restored substrate such that high integration can be achieved.
US10800144B2
The present invention aims to provide a luminescent sheet capable of displaying high-luminance images under irradiation with light and capable of controlling the adhesion to glass, and an interlayer film for a laminated glass and a laminated glass each including the luminescent sheet. Provided is a luminescent sheet including: a thermoplastic resin; a luminescent material; and a cyclic coordination metal compound having a five- or more-membered ring structure formed by coordinating an organic compound having in a molecule two or more atoms of at least one kind selected from oxygen, phosphor, nitrogen, and sulfur, to at least one metal selected from an alkali metal, an alkaline earth metal, and magnesium.
US10800141B2
A component for an electronic device including an internal compressive stress region is disclosed herein. The internal compressive stress region may be created in a glass portion of the component or in a glass ceramic portion of the component. Electronic devices comprising the components and method for making the components are also disclosed.
US10800134B2
A structural panel includes a first skin, a second skin and a core. The core is connected to the first skin and the second skin. The core includes a corrugated sheet of wire mesh that includes a plurality of corrugations. Each of the corrugations extends vertically between and engages the first skin and the second skin.
US10800129B2
In accordance with one embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for manufacturing a honeycomb core sandwich panel includes placing a thermoset facesheet in contact with a thermoplastic honeycomb core without using a separate adhesive and attaching the thermoset facesheet to the thermoplastic honeycomb core by using a curing profile comprising a temperature that is lower than a gel point temperature of the thermoset facesheet and higher than a softening point temperature of the thermoplastic honeycomb core.
US10800110B2
Multifunction end effector apparatus and methods for assembling thermoplastic composite articles are disclosed. An example apparatus for assembling a thermoplastic composite article includes a robot and an end effector coupled to the robot. The end effector includes a cutting head, a vacuum head, and a welding head.
US10800109B2
A system and method for producing a medical bag with an HF welder that uses upper and lower dies each having a plurality of electrode lamellae arranged such that they are alternatingly polarized relative to adjacent lamellae and opposing lamellae. Interspersed dielectric materials may be used to impart contours onto the film material to produce a patterned bag.
US10800104B2
The present invention relates to a 3D printing device for multiple materials comprising: a material transfer unit comprising at least two lines; a material supply unit to supply at least one type of printing material on each line of the material transfer unit; a thickness control unit to control a thickness of a material supplied by the material supply unit; a 3D printing module to solidify the material controlled with the thickness by the thickness control unit to a predefined shape to solidify the material on one line and to move to the other line so as to solidify the material on the other line; a material processing module to perform washing or drying for the material solidified by the 3D printing module; and a collecting module to collect the printing material unused during the printing.
US10800087B2
A film-making machine that produces stretch film includes an outlet device with an outlet gap for outlet of free-flowing film material and a rotatably mounted casting roll that receives the released free-flowing film material on a surface of the casting roll, and a cleaning device with a rotatably mounted cleaning roll that contacts the film material lying on the surface of the casting roll, wherein the cleaning device has an adjusting mechanism with a circumferential adjustment that adjusts a cleaning position of the cleaning roll along a circumferential direction of the casting roll.
US10800084B2
The invention relates to a granule/liquid flow adjusting device for 3-D printer heads supplied with granules and/or liquids, said device being arranged in a 3-D printer head which is fed via a channel. The printer head comprises a chamber, and the chamber has a surface, said surface having at least one outlet bore. According to the invention, at least one conveyor is arranged within the chamber, said conveyor supplying the material, preferably plastic, to the at least one outlet bore. The conveyor is urged in the direction of the surface by force, and the distance between the conveyor and the surface is adjusted by the pressure of the material.
US10800076B2
A method is provided for producing a multi-section plastic component in which a first plastic injection-molded individual part and a second plastic injection-molded individual part are formed. The plastic injection-molded individual parts are joined by injecting a plastic moulding compound. The plastic molding compound is a non-elastomeric thermoplastic and forms a plastic connecting component following a curing process. The plastic injection-molded individual parts and plastic connecting component are then at least partially painted.
US10800072B2
An apparatus includes a enclosure assembly including an enclosure assembly-leading end and an opposed enclosure assembly-lagging end, and a temperature emulation assembly mounted within the enclosure assembly and including a temperature emulation assembly-leading end located proximate to the enclosure assembly-leading end and a temperature emulation assembly-lagging end spaced away from the enclosure assembly-lagging end. The enclosure assembly thermally isolates the temperature emulation assembly. The enclosure assembly permits conductive heat transfer to the temperature emulation assembly only through the enclosure assembly-leading end.
US10800070B2
A mould tool (10) for moulding mouldable material, the mould tool comprises a tool body (12) having a plurality of tool body sections (14), at least two of which comprise an inner polymer foam core (16) within an outer skin (18) of resinous material and are stacked one above the other, the tool (10) further comprises a mould skin (20) extending over the body (12) to provide a mould surface (22) on which mouldable material can be moulded. A method of manufacturing such a mould tool and a tool body are also provided.
US10800064B2
A device for the longitudinal cutting of a wide food band of a soft food mass which is moved in a conveyance direction on a conveyor belt, wherein a cutting cylinder rotating in the conveyance direction is provided on which is mounted a number of cutting disks disposed coaxially to the rotational axis A for cutting into the food band with the edge thereof, wherein a comb having a plurality of comb tines is provided, which in an operating position engage into the intermediate spaces between the cutting disks during the longitudinal cutting in order to hold down the cut strips on the conveyor belt, wherein the comb is held on a comb holder so as to be pivotable about the rotational axis, wherein the comb holder can be transferred from the operating position and a maintenance position by pivoting about the rotational axis.
US10800058B2
A method of manufacturing a liquid dispensing razor by injection molding a gripping sleeve. A fluid reservoir having a port is blow molded. The fluid reservoir is inserted into the gripping sleeve. A handle body is injection molded. A shaving razor cartridge is mounted to the handle body. The gripping sleeve is joined to the fluid reservoir. The gripping sleeve is attached to the handle body. An air gap is provided between the gripping sleeve and the fluid reservoir facilitating evacuation of the delaminating bottle during use.
US10800050B2
An apparatus including a movable arm; a robot drive connected to the movable arm; and a heat transfer system. The robot drive includes a first drive configured to extend and retract the movable arm and a second drive configured to move the movable arm and the first drive along a linear path. The heat transfer system includes a first heat transfer member on the base and a second heat transfer member, where the heat transfer system is configured to transfer heat from the first drive to the first heat transfer member and then from the first heat transfer member to the second heat transfer member. The first heat transfer member travels with the base, and the first heat transfer member moves relative to the second heat transfer member as the base moves relative to the slide.
US10800046B2
A linear extension and retraction mechanism includes a plurality of flat-plate shaped first pieces that are connected to each other, and a plurality of second pieces having a cross-sectional U-shaped groove frame shape that are connected to each other. A leading first piece of the plurality of first pieces and a leading second piece of the plurality of second pieces are joined by a head section. The first and second pieces become linearly rigid when the first pieces are joined to an upper part of the second pieces, and the first and second pieces return to a bent state when separated from each other. Protrusion sections that protrude inward are extended in the width direction in a bottom plate of each second piece. Corners of edge parts of the protrusion sections are chamfered.
US10800037B2
A robot comprising: a base; an articulated arm extending distally of the base and including two arm members coupled by a joint; a motor; a gearbox having an input shaft coupled to an output of the motor and an output shaft configured to drive relative motion of the arm members about the joint; a position sensor configured to sense relative position of the arm members about the joint; and a control system coupled to the arm configured to drive the motor, the control system being arranged to perform a calibration operation to estimate torque loss in the gearbox by the steps of (i) estimating the inertia of the portion of the arm distal of the joint for motion about the joint; (ii) applying a determined drive power to the motor; (iii) receiving from the position sensor position data indicating the motion of the arm in response to the applied drive power; and (iv) estimating the torque loss in the gearbox in dependence on the estimated inertia, the determined drive power and the position data.
US10800033B2
A robot control apparatus for controlling a robot manipulating a target object includes a measurement unit configured to measure a change of a gripping unit configured to grip the target object when the gripping unit contacts the target object, a first acquisition unit configured to acquire the change of the gripping unit measured by the measurement unit, a second acquisition unit configured to acquire a gripping state, which is a state of gripping of the target object by the gripping unit, based on the change of the gripping unit acquired by the first acquisition unit, and a control unit configured to control an action of the robot based on the gripping state acquired by the second acquisition unit.
US10800028B2
In a punch device (100) with a marking element (110) for marking drilled holes to be applied with positional accuracy for the purpose of the positionally accurate positioning of an object to be attached to a wall (200), in situ correctable and thus accurately definable marking of drilled holes to be inserted into a wall (200) for the attachment of objects to the wall (200) is achieved in that the marking element (110) at least for the most part is reciprocally mounted inside a housing (120), which is provided with a front positioning element (130) close to the wall provided with a central opening (131) for mounting a supporting element (150) connected to the marking element (110) for positioning the punch device (100) on a wall (200), as well as with a mounting element (140) provided with a drilled hole (141) for mounting a supporting element (150) connected to the marking element (110), which mounting element has a means for the releasable attachment of the punch device (100) to the object to be attached to the wall (200).
US10800027B1
A conduit marking tool is fashioned as a rectangular prism having a bore passing through the center thereof. A plurality of perpendicular notches is disposed on one (1) of oppositely positioned frame faces. A set screw is disposed on a side of the tool between the faces. The tool permits a user to score or otherwise mark apportion of conduit for subsequent tasks.
US10800025B2
The present disclosure relates to a monobloc tool for the production of laminated molded parts. The tool includes an effective surface area facing the molded part to be laminated, a usable surface area facing a tool holder for securing the tool 1, at least one fluid duct 4 passing through without kinks and arranged in the interior near the face of the effective surface area, and at least one cavity arranged between the fluid duct and the usable surface area.
US10800023B1
A collapsible breaching tool comprising a tool head; a handle hold connected to the tool head and having outer thread; a first handle tube having a first end, a second end, and defining a first handle tube volume; a second handle tube having a length, the second handle tube moveable between a first position in which most of the length is outside the first handle tube volume and a second position in which most of the length is within the first handle tube volume; an insert connected to the second handle tube, the insert having an inner thread engageable with the outer thread of the handle hold.
US10800017B2
A tool for attaching a treatment head to a wash media element of a vehicle wash component includes a nose portion and a handle portion. The nose portion is sized to pass through an opening in the wash media element. The nose portion includes a slot for receiving and retaining a base portion of the treatment head to secure it to the wash media element such that the nose portion and treatment portion are disposed on opposite sides of the wash media element.
US10800016B2
A tool for mounting a protective sleeve onto a wire. According to example forms, the protective sleeve is resiliently-flexible and longitudinally-slitted and the wire is in the form of an audio cable. The tool includes a tube-mounting assembly and a wire holder. According to some example forms, the tool includes a handle for grasping the tool during use. In some example forms, the wire is in the form of a charging cable.
US10800012B2
A ratchet head has a mount, a knob, and a restricting unit. The mount has an assembling hole, and two positioning recesses disposed on both sides of the assembling hole. The two positioning recesses are parallel to each other and communicate with the assembling hole. The knob is rotatably assembled to the mount and has a shaft inserted in the assembling hole and having an abutting section with two first abutting faces and two second abutting faces. The two first abutting faces are parallel to each other. The two second abutting faces are parallel to each other. The restricting unit with elasticity has two arms respectively mounted in the two positioning recesses, respectively disposed on both sides of the shaft, and respectively abutting against the two first abutting faces that respectively face to the two positioning recesses. The restricting unit is able to steadily maintain the operating directions of the ratchet head.
US10800006B2
In a method for producing open-pore, ceramic-bonded grinding tools, a pore former mixture consisting of at least two polymers having different firing curves, the maxima of which differ by at least 20° C., is used. The polymers are preferably thermoplastics that can be decomposed exclusively into CO2 and water during combustion. The resulting grinding tool has a multimodal pore size distribution.
US10800004B2
A system controls a flow of a chemical mechanical polish (CMP) slurry into a chamber to form a slurry reservoir within the chamber. Once the slurry reservoir has been formed within the chamber, the system moves a polishing head to position and force a surface of a wafer that is attached to the polishing head into contact with a polishing pad attached to a platen within the chamber. A wafer/pad interface is formed at the surface of the wafer forced into contact with the polishing pad and the wafer/pad interface is disposed below an upper surface of the slurry reservoir. During CMP processing, the system controls one or more of a level, a force, and a rotation of the platen, a position, a force and a rotation of the polishing head to conduct the CMP processing of the surface of the wafer at the wafer/pad interface.
US10800000B2
The present disclosure relates generally to a polishing article, and apparatus and methods of chemical mechanical polishing substrates using the polishing article. In some embodiments, the polishing article, such as a polishing pad, includes multiple layers in which one or more layers (i.e., at least the top layer) includes a plurality of nano-fibers that a positioned to contact a substrate during a polishing process. In one embodiment, a polishing article comprises a layer having a thickness less than about 0.032 inches, and the layer comprising fibers having a diameter of about 10 nanometers to about 200 micro meters.
US10799996B2
A dust collector includes a main body, a sliding part, and a communication passage. The main body includes an internal region disposed between a power tool and a dust storing region. The sliding part is held by the main body so as to be slidable in a first direction while partly protruding out of the main body through an opening and partly disposed in the internal region. The communication passage extends in a second direction crossing the first direction within the internal region. When the sliding part is placed at a closest position, a distance in the first direction between the opening and an innermost end of the sliding part is longer than a distance between the opening and the communication passage. The sliding part includes an interference avoiding part configured to avoid interference with the communication passage when the sliding part is placed at the closest position.
US10799991B2
Presented is a method and apparatus for holding. The apparatus includes a base, the base operable to be fixedly attached to an opposing surface, and a head support coupled to the base, the head support being spaced from the opposing surface defining a grinder head gap, the head support having an end portion that is curved with an open top. The apparatus further includes a handle support, the handle support coupled to the base extending away from the opposing surface, the handle support having a curved portion and an open portion.
US10799984B2
Systems and methods for additive manufacturing, and, in particular, such methods and apparatus as employ pulsed lasers or other heating arrangements to create metal droplets from donor metal micro wires, which droplets, when solidified in the aggregate, form 3D structures. A supply of metal micro wire is arranged so as to be fed towards a nozzle area by a piezo translator. Near the nozzle, an end portion of the metal micro wire is heated (e.g., by a laser pulse or an electric heater element), thereby causing the end portion of the metal micro wire near the nozzle area to form a droplet of metal. A receiving substrate is positioned to receive the droplet of metal jetted from the nozzle area.
US10799982B2
To provide a nozzle for laser processing head capable of reliably drilling a small hole when drilling of the workpiece is performed by using a laser machine. A nozzle includes: a nozzle tip body that irradiates a workpiece with a laser beam; a charge port formed in the nozzle tip body; an exhaust port formed in the nozzle tip body so as to oppose to the charge port; and an elastic member that is provided in a tip end of the nozzle tip body and contacts with the workpiece while elastically extending and contracting in the axial center direction of the nozzle tip body. The nozzle supplies gas to the inside of the nozzle tip body along a gas flow path extending from the charge port to the exhaust port in a form of crossing across the laser beam in the nozzle tip body, to generate a negative pressure in the vicinity of an opening part of a tip end of the nozzle tip body. The elastic member contacts with the workpiece and improves the degree of enclosure of the nozzle tip body by the workpiece. Thereby, higher negative pressure than the negative pressure is generated.
US10799972B2
Embodiments of a the present disclosure include a remote control system for a welding system having a control device and control circuitry configured to select a first operating parameter adjustment for a first operating parameter of the welding system based on a first actuation of the control device, wherein the first operating parameter adjustment comprises an adjustment to a rate of change of the first operating parameter.
US10799971B2
A system and a method for separating a tubular component is disclosed, which for constructing a supporting structure, having a longitudinal pipe with pipe ends which are open on both sides. The system has a mobile transport module comprising a receiving platform having a pipe clamping device for clamping variable pipe diameters which receives and mounts the tubular component so that a first pipe end of the component, having a vertical longitudinal axis which detachably and securely engages the pipe clamping device. The invention further relates to a separating arrangement mounted on a supporting structure that it is deflectable at least vertically, to provide secure joining to the pipe end of a tubular component that faces away from the first pipe end. The tubular component is seated on the transport module and vertically securely engages the pipe clamping device.
US10799968B2
A saw blade includes a blade base with an arcuate cutting edge. The cutting edge is curved to a lesser extent than a circular arc with a radius that corresponds to the distance between the axis of rotation of the saw blade and the cutting edge.
US10799967B1
In various aspects, the diamond wire saw apparatus disclosed herein includes a frame formed in a U-shape from a first rail and a second rail secured to a base, the first rail and the second rail being parallel to one another and perpendicular to the base. Several pulleys are disposed about the frame, and a diamond wire is engaged with the several pulleys to be cycled about the several pulleys. Some of the several pulleys traverse portions of the frame in opposing directions to maintain a selected tension in the diamond wire as the diamond wire is advanced while being cycled to cut a workpiece releasably engaged with the frame. The first rail, the second rail, and the base are formed in sections to be sized to correspondingly size an interior region of the frame to accommodate a workpiece by selective inclusion of sections in the first rail, the second rail, and the base.
US10799966B2
A rotational saw bow device without a rotary axis includes a saw bow seat, a fixed portion and a rotating device. The fixed portion is connected to the saw bow seat. The rotating device is disposed between the saw bow seat and the fixed portion, and the rotating device includes a driving component, an angle adjustment portion, a trajectory portion and a rotating mechanism. The driving component drives a gear wheel portion to rotate on the angle adjustment portion, so that the rotating mechanism moves along the trajectory portion to rotate the saw bow seat. In addition, a sawing machine includes the rotational saw bow device.
US10799959B2
A rotary power tool comprises a drive mechanism, a spindle rotatable about a rotational axis in response to receiving torque from the drive mechanism, and a first shank coupled for co-rotation with the spindle and having a first diameter. The first shank includes a first threaded portion upon which a first tool bit is receivable. A second shank is coupled for co-rotation with the spindle and extends outwardly from and coaxial with the first shank. The second shank has a second diameter that is smaller than the first diameter and a second threaded portion upon which a second tool bit is receivable.
US10799958B2
A modular rotary cutting tool includes a cutting head for insertion into a support. The cutting head has a coupling pin having torque surfaces and clamping surfaces formed on its outer peripheral surface. The coupling pin is divided into a front pin part and a rear pin part. The front pin part is defined by a circumferential groove. Stop surfaces for an axial pullout prevention are formed between the front pin part and the rear pin part. The torque surfaces and the clamping surfaces are arranged in different pin parts. For example, the clamping surfaces are preferably formed on the front pin part and the torque surfaces are preferably formed on the rear pin part. The clamping surfaces taper radially inward in a direction of the front cutting part at an angle of inclination, α2, with respect to the axis of rotation. Other variants and embodiments are broadly contemplated herein.
US10799950B2
A nozzle structure for discharging molten steel with improved sealing performance. The nozzle structure comprises: a molten steel discharge path having an inner bore; and one or more joints through which the molten steel discharge path is divided at one or more positions in a orthogonal direction with respect to an upward-downward direction of discharge of molten steel, and which join the molten steel discharge path. An inner bore sleeve is formed of a refractory material, and provided on an inner bore surface of the nozzle structure to extend in the upward-downward direction across at least one of the joints.
US10799939B2
A method for setting a joining element or a functional element is provided, including providing an apparatus including a mount, a punch on the mount, a hold-down device surrounding the punch, a die on the mount coaxially opposite the punch, and a drive unit, moving the die with the drive unit, and performing an independent loading operation. The hold-down device executes a loading stroke during which a compressive force is provided via a pneumatic force-exerting mechanism. The method also includes performing a setting operation, wherein the hold-down device is pressed against the workpiece in a pressure phase different from that of the loading stroke with a prespecified compressive force. The hold-down device moves in a guided manner on the mount via at least one guide column provided on the mount, and the at least one guide column includes a piston of a pneumatic drive that moves in a pneumatic cylinder.
US10799937B2
A component mounting system for mounting a component to a frame member by a fastener, and includes: a machining apparatus configured to machine a hole in each of the frame member and the component along a machining axis and fasten the frame member and the component together by the fastener; a positioning unit configured to perform positioning of a mounting position present on the frame member relative to the machining axis; a robot configured to transfer the component to the mounting position present on the frame member; and a detector including a camera and a sensor, the camera being provided on the machining axis and configured to capture an image of the component transferred to the mounting position, the sensor being configured to detect a tilt of the component transferred to the mounting position.
US10799933B2
This disclosure relates to methods and apparatuses for production of a workpiece. A first workpiece part is cut free from a first plate-shaped material by a separating cut made via the punch-handling tool. The first workpiece part is held in at least one of a clamped manner and tensioned manner via at least one of an upper tool and a lower tool of a punch-handling tool while being cut free. The workpiece part is aligned with the first plate-shaped material, a further plate-shaped material that differs from a material of the first workpiece part, and a second workpiece part and the aligned pieces are clinching with a clinch tool to connect the pieces at a connection point that is free from a filler material.
US10799931B2
A formed material manufacturing method according to present invention includes the steps of forming a convex formed portion by performing at least one forming process on a surface treated metal plate, and performing ironing on the formed portion using an ironing mold after forming the formed portion. The ironing mold includes a punch that is inserted into the formed portion, and a die having a pushing hole into which the formed portion is pushed together with the punch. An inner peripheral surface of the pushing hole extends non-parallel to an outer peripheral surface of the punch, and the inner peripheral surface is provided with a clearance that corresponds to an uneven plate thickness distribution, in the pushing direction, of the formed portion prior to the ironing relative to the outer peripheral surface to ensure that an amount of ironing applied to the formed portion remains constant in the pushing direction.
US10799929B2
A centering system comprising a conveyor for receiving a plurality of blanks outputted from a furnace and displacing the blanks along a first horizontal axis and shifting units for each individual blank including two or more adjustable lifting bars, the shifting units configured to move along a second horizontal axis, and the adjustable lifting bars being configured to lift the blanks along a vertical axis, wherein each of the shifting units is independently movable along the second axis, and a plurality of centering pins for centering the blanks, such that the blanks can be centered by moving the individual blanks along the second axis against the centering pins. Also disclosed are conveyor systems and methods for centering and conveying blanks.
US10799928B2
A method for forming a metal sheet includes forming a metal sheet to have curved portions that are alternately continuous in a corrugated pattern and angled sidewall portions between top parts of adjoining curved portions by use of a pair of forming dies that are moved close to or away from each other. The forming includes bending the metal sheet by pressing a position corresponding to a boundary part between the top part and the sidewall portion of the metal sheet by a convex curved surface of the forming die by moving the pair of forming dies close to each other and thereafter forming the sidewall portions by compression.
US10799926B2
Systems and methods for measuring the thermal crown of rolls in-situ (e.g., at high temperature) either inside or outside the rolling mill can include sensors that measure propagation times of mechanical waves through the rolls. In some embodiments, one or more sensors are used to measure the propagation times of ultrasonic waves traveling inside the roll and normal to the roll's axis. These measurements can be taken when the roll is still hot and can be used to determine in real-time the thermal expansion at various points along the roll.
US10799920B2
The present disclosure discloses a method and an apparatus for removing a conductive film. The method includes: providing a display panel with the conductive film to be removed; treating the conductive film to be removed on the display panel by using a laser; and cleaning the display panel after the treating by using the laser.
US10799919B2
A washing device includes a main body, a water system, and a drying system. The main body includes a first washing zone, a second washing zone, and a drying zone. A transporting device transports an object to make it pass through the first washing zone, the second washing zone, and the drying zone. The first washing zone has a first water outlet, and the second washing zone has a second water outlet. The water system includes a heater for heating water and a tank. A first pipe connects the heater and the first water outlet, and a second pipe connects the heater and the tank. An outlet pipe connects the tank and the second water outlet. A collecting structure collects waste water and injects into the tank. The drying system is adapted to supply air flow to the drying zone for drying the object.
US10799918B2
A vehicle-cleaning system and method of cleaning a vehicle are provided, the system comprises a cleaning agent dispenser configured to administer a cleaning agent to a surface of a vehicle for cleaning, wherein the cleaning agent preferably comprises one or more nanoparticulate metal oxide. In one embodiment, the system comprises a chemical agent dispenser configured to separately administer a chemical agent to the surface of a vehicle to react with said cleaning agent to form a resultant foam. The system further comprises an electromagnetic wave emitting system for providing wavelength in a range of about 200 nm to about 380 nm to activate the nanoparticulate metal oxide.
US10799917B2
A substrate processing apparatus removes foreign substances from a substrate at high removal efficiency. The substrate processing apparatus includes: a scrubber to perform surface processing of the substrate by bringing a scrubbing member into sliding contact with a first surface of the substrate, a hydrostatic support mechanism for supporting a second surface of the substrate via fluid pressure without contacting the substrate, the second surface being an opposite surface of the first surface, a cleaner to clean the processed substrate, and a dryer to dry the cleaned substrate. The scrubber brings the scrubbing member into sliding contact with the first surface while rotating the scrubbing member about a central axis of the scrubber.
US10799910B2
An apparatus for dispensing a brushable substance comprises a bracket and a sleeve, comprising an inner tubular sleeve wall and an outer tubular sleeve wall. The sleeve is coupled to the bracket and is rotatable relative to the bracket. The apparatus also comprises a cartridge, comprising an inner tubular cartridge wall and an outer tubular cartridge wall. The apparatus additionally comprises a valve, configured to be communicatively coupled with the cartridge, a brush-arm assembly, coupled to the sleeve a linear actuator to control flow of the brushable substance from the valve, an annular plunger, positioned between the inner tubular cartridge wall and the outer tubular cartridge wall, and a twist-lock pressure cap, configured to be hermetically coupled with the cartridge. The cartridge is configured to be positioned between the inner tubular sleeve wall and the outer tubular sleeve wall and between the twist-lock pressure cap and the valve.
US10799908B2
A device which prints an electrically conductive pattern on a downhole tool using electrical ink includes a print head assembly and gripper claw assembly to print and manipulate the downhole tool during printing, respectively. The electrically conductive pattern may be an antenna coil, circuit or other desired pattern. After printing, the accuracy of the pattern is verified by the system and an impact resistant coating is applied to the pattern.
US10799904B2
The invention relates to an apparatus for applying a coating to a pipe. The apparatus includes a mounting means for mounting the apparatus to the pipe, an applicator for applying the coating to the pipe and a moving means for moving the applicator relative to the mounting means and around the pipe.
US10799899B2
A modular design for a pressure washer system comprises a support frame including a top mounting surface, a first power assembly configured to be mounted to the support frame, and a cage assembly including a cage frame and a cage attached to the cage frame and configured to extend upwardly from the cage frame at least partially surrounding the power assembly, wherein the cage frame is configured to be attached to the support frame.
US10799896B2
There is provided a substrate processing apparatus that includes: a process chamber in which a substrate is accommodated to be processed; a plurality of quartz gas nozzles configured to supply, into the process chamber, a plurality of process gasses capable of generating reaction products by reacting the plurality of process gasses with each other; an evacuation device configured to evacuate an interior portion of the process chamber; a bypass pipe configured to connect a quartz gas nozzle among the plurality of quartz gas nozzles to the evacuation device; and a coating gas nozzle configured to supply at least one of a silicon-containing gas and an oxidizing gas capable of forming a SiO2 coating film inside the quartz gas nozzle connected to the evacuation device in a state in which the inside of the quartz gas nozzle connected to the evacuation device is evacuated by the evacuation device.
US10799895B2
A switching valve spool has a fixed shaft and a switching shaft coaxially arranged within. The switching shaft is linked with an operating unit and moves between a first, second, and third position in the fixed shaft along the axis. The switching shaft has an inlet and an outlet. In the first position of the switching shaft, the inlet is closed; in the second position of the switching shaft, the inlet is open and an air intake is formed between the side wall of the switching shaft closing to the outlet and the fixed shaft, when the water flows into the fixed shaft from the outlet, the air sucked from the air intake mixes with the water in the fixed shaft, because the fixed shaft diameter is larger than the outlet diameter; in the third position of the switching shaft, the inlet remains open and the air intake is closed.
US10799894B2
A spray tip includes a body portion with an aperture extending through the body portion from an aperture inlet to an aperture outlet, and a handle portion attached to the body portion. The handle portion is configured to rotate the body portion. A retainer with an upstream end and a downstream end is positioned in the aperture of the body portion. A pre-orifice piece with an upstream end and a downstream end is positioned in the aperture of the body portion. A tip piece with an upstream end and a downstream end is positioned in the aperture of the body portion. The downstream end comprises an outlet nozzle.
US10799893B2
A trigger-type liquid ejector which includes an ejector main body and a nozzle member in which an ejection hole is formed, the ejector main body including a vertical supply tubular pipe, an injection tubular portion, and a trigger mechanism, the nozzle member including a nozzle main body and a valve body, the nozzle main body including a valve seat portion having a valve seat plate, an inside of the valve seat plate communicating with the ejection hole, the nozzle main body including a tubular foam-forming portion positioned in a front of the ejection hole and configured to surround the ejection hole, and the foam-forming portion is provided with an outside air introduction hole penetrating through the foam-forming portion in a radial direction thereof.
US10799889B2
An outlet device with multilevel rotary massage water has a main body, an operating unit, a switching unit and a driver. The main body has a cavity for accommodating the driver and the cavity has inlets with at least two different directions; the water from the inlet flows into the cavity and rotates the driver; the driver rotates a massage driving outlet unit, and the direction of the flow of the massage driving outlet unit periodically changes with the rotation to form the massage water; the operating unit drives the switching unit to move so that at least two inlets are both open or one of the inlets is closed; then, the velocity of the flow in the cavity is changed, so that the rotational speed of the driver increases or decreases correspondingly and the switching frequency of the massage water also increases or decreases accordingly.
US10799870B2
An insert for a liquid-holding container may include a body comprising a wall, open first and second ends, and a lumen extending from the open first end to the open second end. The insert also may include a plurality of first openings formed in the wall, the first openings being situated between the first and second ends, and each of the first openings defining an area, and one or more second openings formed in the wall, the one or more second openings being situated between the first and second ends, each of the one or more second openings defining an area that is greater than the area defined by any of the first openings, where at least one of the one or more second openings is situated closer to the first end than any of the first openings, and wherein each of the first and second openings is sized to permit the passage of a liquid.
US10799852B2
The present invention relates to a method for converting a feed mixture comprising an aromatic C8 mixture of xylenes and ethylbenzene in which the para-xylene content of the xylene portion of the feed is less than equilibrium to produce a product mixture of reduced ethylbenzene content and a greater amount of para-xylene, which method comprises contacting the feed mixture at conversion conditions with a first catalyst having activity for the conversion of ethylbenzene, and with a second catalyst having activity for the isomerization of a xylene.
US10799834B2
The present invention provides a device capable of reducing the resistance and increasing the ion exchange rate in an electrodialysis, electro-deionization, or capacitive deionization apparatus and a method for producing said device. More specifically, the device is an electrodialysis spacer designed to have an ionically conductive surface of either cationic nature, anionic nature or a combination of both, which act as conductive pathways for ions as they move towards their respective electrode. The method of producing said spacer involves coating a substrate, such as a woven mesh, expanded netting, extruded netting or non-woven material, with perm-selective ionomer solutions and applying that substrate to an inert spacer material that has undergone chemical or mechanical etching.
US10799831B2
The present invention relates to an SCR-active material, comprising a small-pore zeolite, aluminum oxide and copper, characterized in that it contains 5 to 25 wt-% of aluminum oxide in relation to the entire material and that the copper is present on the aluminum oxide in a first concentration and on the small-pore zeolite in a second concentration.
US10799827B2
The present invention relates to a process cycle that allows for the stable production of mid-range purity oxygen from air, using traditional system designs. Typical cycles have a limited production benefit when generating O2 at lower than 90% purity, however they suffer a production loss at higher purity. The process cycles of the invention are capable of producing significantly more contained O2 at a lower purity. In addition to enhanced production capacity, lower power consumed per mass of product and more stable product purity and flow are realized by the process of the invention compared to traditional alternatives.
US10799826B2
A radio frequency sensing, control, and particulate matter diagnostics network and system and method and, more specifically, a radio frequency particulate filter diagnostics system comprising a housing including an inlet connected to a source of particulate matter, a particulate filter in the housing and adapted for filtering the particulate matter, and a radio frequency sensor adapted to detect conditions of abnormal particulate filter or system operation and including at least one radio frequency probe configured to be in contact with the housing for the particulate filter housing and adapted to receive radio frequency signals and a radio frequency control unit in communication with the radio frequency probe.
US10799821B2
An air filter has a round housing that is coaxial to a central axis of the air filter. The housing has a housing bottom part and a detachable housing cover. A round filter element is received in the housing. The housing bottom part has a tubular housing wall with an open end and an outlet-side axial end provided with a central outlet socket positioned axially opposite to the open end. Through the outlet socket, air exits from the air filter after filtration. The housing cover closes off the open end. A raw air region with annular cross section is formed between round filter element and inner side of the tubular housing wall. The housing cover has an annular or ring section-shaped air inlet region with inflow openings through which air to be filtered enters the housing without deflection in a direction coaxially or parallel to the central axis.
US10799813B2
A chromatography system includes a first chromatography column for receiving and separating a flow stream, a plurality of traps configured to trap a plurality of distinct flow segments exiting the first chromatography column during separation of the flow stream, and a second chromatography column operatively associated with the plurality of traps for receiving and separating the distinct flow segments. The system can include at-column dilution at trapping and separating stages thereof. A chromatography method for operating the chromatographic system includes measuring a plurality of time segments corresponding to a plurality of peaks of a fluid sample flowing through the first chromatographic column, and sequentially fluidly coupling the plurality of distinct flow segments with the corresponding plurality of traps during time segments corresponding to the plurality of peaks.
US10799809B2
A lift system comprises a drum that rotates about an axis, an elongate member that winds around the drum when the drum rotates in a first direction and that unwinds from the drum when the drum rotates in a second direction, a drive mechanism operable to rotate the drum, and a braking mechanism adapted to inhibit rotation of the drum. The braking mechanism includes a brake disk rotatable with the drum, a movable brake pad, and a ramp that guides movement of the movable brake pad. A method of operating the lift system comprises rotating the drum in a first direction to wind the elongate member onto the drum, rotating the drum in a second direction to unwind the elongate member from the drum, and moving the brake shoe along the ramp to thereby cause the movable brake pad to be compressed against the brake disk.
US10799807B2
Described is a board that is operable as a children's book or puzzle with parts that move, slide or turn on one lateral plane to physically change an illustration or part of the item and, as they slide or turn, activate a noise related to the illustration. The board includes a generally planar top illustrative layer. A bottom base layer is attached with the top illustrative layer. The bottom base layer includes a light sensor and sound generation components for generating a sound based upon actuation of the light sensor. A moving component is movably connected with the bottom base layer. Finally, the light sensor is connected with the bottom base layer and positioned such that moving the moving component from a first position to a second position exposes the light sensor to cause the sound generation components to generate a sound.
US10799800B2
Server device, control method for server device, game system, and computer-readable recording medium
A server device and the like that can make a whole game and SNS more active by promoting the movement of players between groups to enhance the mobility of game participants. A server device comprises: a controller configured to enable a first player belonging to a first group to transfer to a second group based on an operation by a second player belonging to the second group, wherein the controller is configured to associate compensation for the transfer with the transfer of the first player. The controller is configured to perform payment and receipt of compensation for the transfer between at least two out of the first player, the first group, and the second group when the first player transfers from the first group to the second group.
US10799797B2
Methods, systems, and apparatuses are described herein for providing an interactive application, such as a video game, with a hierarchy of avatar categories, each having a maximum and minimum progression value. Each avatar category may be associated with one or more avatars, items, and/or other portions of the interactive application. A beginner avatar category may be associated with a minimum progression value greater than an absolute minimum progression value and a maximum progression value lesser than an absolute maximum progression value. A second avatar category may be associated with a minimum and maximum progression value that are, respectively, lower and greater than that of the beginner avatar category. The interactive application may allow a user to select from the beginner avatar category and the second avatar category. An avatar category may be associated with game rewards.
US10799796B2
A system and method for dynamically determining parameters of crafting activities for individual users in a virtual space are disclosed. The crafting activity parameters may be determined based on rate of usage of the virtual space by the users. In some examples, a user usage rate of the virtual space may be determined to measure an amount of time a user spend in the virtual space during a period of real-world time. Based on the determined user usage rate of the virtual space, crafting activity parameters may be determined, for example, to balance differences in time spent in the virtual space by the users. In some implementations, for such determinations of the crafting activity parameters, one or more user normalization standards may be obtained.
US10799793B2
A system that stores information related to a first plurality of game contents; receives a first user operation to select a second plurality of game contents from among the first plurality of game contents; controls a display to display a plurality of identification images based on information corresponding to the second plurality of game contents; receives a second user operation to change a first parameter corresponding to the second plurality of game contents; and modifies each of the plurality of identification images in accordance with the change to the first parameter.
US10799791B2
A method includes running a computer simulation that is controlled at least in part by a handheld controller, displaying images generated by the computer simulation on a display, and projecting at least one image generated by the computer simulation from an image projector coupled to the handheld controller. A system includes a display, a handheld controller, an image projector coupled to the handheld controller, and a processor based apparatus. Another system includes a display, a handheld controller, an image projector that is housed in a unit configured to be releasably docked to the handheld controller, and a processor based apparatus. Storage mediums storing one or more computer programs are also provided.
US10799790B2
A paddle accessory includes a blade, a sensor-activation feature extending from the blade, and a mounting interface spaced apart from the sensor-activation feature. The blade is sized and shaped for manual manipulation by a finger. The mounting interface is configured to selectively mate with a pivot of a game controller to removably affix the paddle accessory to the game controller. The paddle accessory is configured to rotate relative to the pivot to translate a touch force applied to the blade into an actuation force applied by the sensor-activation feature to a paddle-actuatable sensor interior an aperture of the game controller.
US10799787B2
In various embodiments, a player may participate in a game of a top performing player.
US10799785B2
An electronic whistle system pertains to an electronically activated handheld whistle with a transmitter and receiver modules, for use at various sports games, is disclosed. The transmitter module is configured to send a serialized pulse signal to the receiver module for regulating the start and stop of the game clock. The transmitter module comprises an optical sensor on the opposite side of a vane, which occludes an optical sensor beam when the whistle is blown. A microcontroller sends a serialized pulse signal from the transmitter module to the receiver module. The receiver module intercepts the received signal on the detection of correct serial number, the receiver module will send a STOP pulse to the game clock via a cable. The electronic whistle system is designed to dramatically reduce the errors in the timing aspect of various games.
US10799784B2
A digital video ramp assembly incorporates process-formed structural LED tiles with modular components that join in a system of scalable structural LED tiles forming a complete LED display structure with integrated LED embedded tiles with interlocking and inter-trans-positioning features sometimes requiring additional structural framing.
US10799782B2
A sporting display device comprising circuitry configured to control a plurality of electronic display elements to display one or more electronic images in response to a detection by detector circuitry of an occurrence of a predetermined event associated with a sport, the plurality of electronic display elements being attachable to a sports net associated with the sport in a configuration such that the one or more electronic images are displayed on the sports net.
US10799780B1
A pitching target assembly for training baseball or softball pitchers. A target defines a plurality of zones, each being backed by a pocket or pouch for catching the baseball or softball. The height of the target can be adjusted to match that of a batter. The zones of the target may be adjusted as well, to tailor the targeting within the zone for specific purposes. The target may also be configured at an acute angle relative to a base plane of the pitching target assembly for practicing drop pitches.
US10799777B2
A ball striking device, such as a golf club, includes a head that includes a face having a ball striking surface configured for striking a ball and a body connected to the face and extending rearward from the face. A face member formed primarily of a metallic material forms the face, and a body member is connected to the face member and extends rearward from the face member to form at least a portion of the body. The body member is formed at least partially of a polymer material, and has a doped portion containing a doping material dispersed within the polymer material. The doping material may have a different density than the polymer material, such that the doped portion has a different density than the portions of the body member not containing the doping material. A co-molding method may be used to form the ball striking device.
US10799776B1
An iron-type golf club head having a thin back portion and filled with a polymer material. For example, the iron-type golf club may include a sole, a toe portion attached at least partially to the sole, a heel portion attached at least partially to the sole, a striking face attached at least partially to the sole, the striking face having a maximum face thickness, a topline portion attached at least partially to the toe portion, the heel portion, and the striking face, a substantially planar back portion attached at least partially to the topline portion and sole. The back portion may have a maximum back thickness less than the maximum face thickness. The golf club head may also have a cavity formed between the sole, the toe portion, the heel portion, the striking face, the topline portion, and the back portion. The cavity may be filled with a polymer material.
US10799772B2
A ball striking device, such as a golf club head, has a face with a striking surface configured for striking a ball and a channel extending across a portion of the sole. The channel may be recessed from adjacent surfaces of the sole and have a depth of recession from the adjacent surfaces of the sole. A pair of ribs are positioned within the channel. The ribs may diverge away from one another and may have a first rib located in a toe portion of the channel and a second rib located in the heel portion of the channel.
US10799768B2
Golf balls having a multi-layered core made of a foamed composition are provided. The core preferably has a foam inner core (center) and surrounding thermoset or thermoplastic outer core layer. Preferably, a polyurethane foam composition is used to form the foam center. The foam inner core preferably includes a fully-foamed center region and a partially or completely-collapsed foam outer region. The hardness of the fully-foamed region is different than the hardness of the collapsed foam region. Non-foamed thermoset or thermoplastic materials such as polybutadiene rubbers or ethylene acid copolymer ionomer may be used to form the outer core layer. The ball further includes a cover that may be multi-layered. The foam cores have good resiliency.
US10799766B2
A golf ball 2 includes a core 4 and a cover 6 positioned outside the core 4. The cover 6 is molded in a mold having support pins by injection molding. A ratio (K/S) of a surface hardness K of the core 4 to an amount of compressive deformation S of the core 4 satisfies the following mathematical formula. 13.0≤K/S≤24.0 The cover 6 has a hardness H of not greater than 62. A product (α*V) of a latitude α of each support pin and a volume V of the cover 6 is not less than 300.
US10799762B2
A training script device is described that conveniently allows a user to create a training script defining one or more steps of a workout routine, where each step may include an activity, a duration for performing that activity, and an intensity at which the activity is to be performed. Further, one or more steps of the training script can be self-starting in response to performance data detected by sensors of training script device executing the training script. This conveniently frees the athlete from having to continuously monitor the status of his or her workout activities. Still further, the training script device conveniently allows a user to transfer training scripts to other training script devices, so that athletes can share successful training scripts.
US10799758B2
Disclosed herein are a screen golf system and a method of realizing an image for screen golf that are capable of outputting an image to a floor screen using an image output device that has a resolution different from the resolution of an image output device that outputs an image to a front screen, in a user golf play space, and of realizing the image output to the front screen and the image output to the floor screen as a single image in order to solve a problem whereby it is impossible to output images to the front screen and to the floor screen using a single image output device.
US10799757B2
In a first aspect, a method for monitoring a golf swing is provided that includes coupling a mobile telephone to a golf club and employing the mobile telephone coupled to the golf club to monitor acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings while a user swings the golf club, collect acceleration information based on the monitored acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings, analyze the collected acceleration information to determine one or more characteristics of the golf swing based on the collected acceleration information, and output information regarding the one or more characteristics of the golf swing on the display of the mobile telephone. Numerous other aspects are provided.
US10799752B1
Embodiments of improved closed-piece and open-piece trap bar having adjustable properties that enable the user to have a safer and more effective weightlifting experience. Closed-piece trap bars comprise include a trap bar wherein the user steps into a structure that entirely surrounds him or her during the lifting and lowering process. Open-piece trap bars comprise include a trap bar wherein the user steps into a structure that partially surrounds him or her during the lifting and lowering process. These trap bars are adjustable either because the width of the trap bar itself may be adjusted or the length of the handles may be adjusted or the space in between the handles may be adjusted.
US10799744B1
In an exercise apparatus incorporating a vibration pulley system, a vibration unit connected to the frame of the exercise apparatus. The vibration unit may include a toothed pulley and a contact roller mounted on a bracket. A pulley cable may include an end fixedly secured to the frame of the exercise apparatus. The pulley cable may be threaded about the toothed pulley and the opposite end of the pulley cable connected to a handle that may be grasped by an operator. The toothed pulley may be in engagement with the contact roller to generate vibrations that may be felt by the operator. The vibration intensity may be adjusted to variable levels.
US10799736B2
A nozzle access device is configured to be installed in a structural element and to accept connection by a fire hose nozzle to introduce firefighting fluid into an enclosed space. The device has a housing configured to be inserted in a hole formed in the structural element. The housing has a cylindrical body and a first face with an opening surrounded by an inwardly extending cylindrical socket. The housing has a second face, with an opening, which is attached to the cylindrical body. A movable nozzle connector in the housing has a connection portion configured to receive an inserted fire hose nozzle in a locking connection and a cylindrical nozzle stop portion extending from the connection portion. The nozzle stop portion is movably coupled within an interior of the socket of the first face.
US10799719B2
The present invention relates to a thermoplastic mask monitoring system using a pressure sensor. Specifically, a thermoplastic mask according to the present invention may include: a mask having a shape determined according to a shape of a first region which is at least a part of a patient's body by using thermoplasticity, fixing the first region in close contact with the first region, and receiving radiation; and a pressure sensor provided between the mask and the first region and sensing pressure induced by a space generated between the mask and the first region.
US10799717B2
A device may include a collimator positioned between a radiation source of a scanner and a bore of the scanner. The bore may include a detecting region configured to accommodate a subject. The collimator may be configured to prevent at least one portion of radiation rays emitted from the radiation source from being incident on the subject. The device may further include a first filter and a second filter. The first filter may be positioned between the radiation source and the collimator. The second filter may be positioned between the collimator and the bore. The first filter and the second filter may be configured to adjust a distribution of radiation impinging upon the subject.
US10799713B2
A portable, miniature laser device that is capable of accurate bodily placement and registration of treatment area for extended timeframes which is useful in long-duration treatments and multi-step treatments of tissue where accurate tissue registration is required, such as treatments requiring vaccine shots or other medications provided to tissue after laser irradiation. Example applications include: improving vaccine efficacy, reducing warts, skin rashes, skin cancer, fungal diseases and promoting wound healing.
US10799708B2
Methods and systems for optimizing invasive and noninvasive brain stimulation are described herein. In a particular embodiment, methods and systems for a combinatorial, iterative approach to modify behavior are presented wherein deep brain stimulation (DBS) and other brain stimulation therapies are implemented in combination with monitoring the brain activity of an individual to optimize the effectiveness of the combinatorial approach to modify behavior. Methods described herein are iterative and systems described herein are utilized in iterative fashion. In a particular embodiment, modifying behavior provides a therapy for an individual in need thereof.
US10799707B2
In an electrostimulator which applies electrical stimulation to patient tissue, measurements of lead impedance (tissue resistance), battery status, and like matters are used to format and/or truncate the ranges of programmable therapeutic output settings available for selection by a clinician. The clinician can therefore better tell whether chosen settings can actually be successfully implemented, and/or whether they may have adverse effects on device lifespan or patient safety.
US10799704B2
A proximity-based security mechanism can control access to the programming interface of an implanted medical device. The security mechanism prevents unauthorized remote access to the programming interface by hackers or other hostile individuals, securing the safety of the subject. The system also allows the subject or other responsible person to activate the programming interface when changes to the operation of the implanted medical device are needed. In one example, a security interface is operable to detect, while implanted in the subject, an activation signal produced in close proximity to the subject, and activate the programming interface in response to the activation signal so that the implantable medical device can receive the programming instructions. A proximity-based security mechanism can be a dedicated device, or can be implemented in a programmable computing device such as a smartphone or other mobile computing device.
US10799700B2
A medical device may receive sensor data from sensing sources, and determine confidence levels for sensor data received from each of the plurality of sensing sources. Each of the confidence levels of the sensor data from each of the sensing sources is a measure of accuracy of the sensor data received from respective sensing sources. The medical device may also determine one or more therapy parameter values based on the determined confidence levels, and cause delivery of therapy based on the determined one or more therapy parameter values.
US10799698B2
Embodiments may stimulate nerve activity using transcutaneous nerve stimulation, as well as monitor nerve activity through the skin. Various branches of the nervous system may be accessed at various points on the body. For example, system for monitoring and stimulating human body activity and conditions may comprise at least one transcutaneous nerve stimulation circuitry comprising a circuitry adapted to generate a nerve stimulation signal and at least one electrode or contact adapted to apply the nerve stimulation signal to a nerve of a human through a skin of the human, transcutaneous electrical nerve monitoring circuitry comprising a circuitry adapted to monitor at least one nerve signal received from at least one sensor adapted to obtain the at least one nerve signal from a human through the skin of the human, and control circuitry adapted to control signal generation and signal application of the transcutaneous nerve stimulation circuitry.
US10799693B2
A connector of the present invention includes a housing and a valve, wherein the housing has a flow path and a pipe connecting port, and the valve is formed of an elastic material and is adapted to block the pipe connecting port. The valve has a substantially columnar deformable portion. The deformable portion has a top surface exposed from the pipe connecting port, a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, and a slit that reaches extends from the top surface to the bottom surface. When the top surface is pressed by the pipe, the deformable portion of the valve will be displaced toward the flow path while elastically deforming, so that inner surfaces that define the slit will face the flow path, and the top surface will form an opening that communicates with the flow path.
US10799688B2
A method may include accessing an artery in communication with an ophthalmic artery of a subject, and advancing a microcatheter along the accessed artery so as to align a distal end of the microcatheter with an ostium of the ophthalmic artery, wherein the microcatheter includes a lumen having a guidewire positioned therein. In addition, the method includes proximally withdrawing the guidewire relative to the microcatheter so as to enable a distal portion of the microcatheter to assume a curved relaxed configuration, and cannulating the ostium with the distal portion of the microcatheter when the distal portion is in the curved relaxed configuration.
US10799687B1
A urinary catheter insertion alignment device for use by a female patient is disclosed. The urinary catheter insertion alignment device is molded to the patient's vaginal anatomy using impression material while an intermittent urinary catheter is inserted into the urethral orifice. Once the urinary catheter insertion alignment device has hardened, the intermittent urinary catheter is removed therefrom. Thereafter, the urinary catheter insertion alignment device may be fitted to the vaginal anatomy by the patient, which positions the passageway therethrough (formerly occupied by the urinary catheter in place during the molding operation) directly over the urethral orifice. The patient may then easily insert an intermittent urinary catheter (of a size smaller than that used during the molding operation) through the passageway, into the urethral orifice, and into the bladder for drainage of the bladder.
US10799683B2
Method, system and device involving a needle device with a needle safety element with improved stable structure. A frame can surround the needle safety element to provide added stiffening of the needle safety element. The frame can include stays extending laterally of the needle safety element. The needle safety element with the frame can be slidably located on a needle and in a catheter hub in a ready to use position and be removable from the catheter hub in a protective position.
US10799679B2
In one aspect, a catheter securement device comprises a body portion having an upper surface and a lower surface, the body portion having a pocket that comprises a substantially tubular channel, the channel being open at the upper surface, the pocket further including a port cavity in communication with the channel. The securement device further comprises a strap portion movable between a fully closed position and a range of open positions. The strap portion at least partially covers the pocket when in a closed position thereby closing the channel at the upper surface. The strap portion allows access to the channel when in an open position.
US10799669B2
A rapid exchange microcatheter for accessing the intracranial neurovasculature. A side opening through the sidewall is located a first distance proximal to the distal-most tip. A proximal opening located proximal to the side opening is a second distance from the distal-most tip. A distal, reinforced catheter portion extends between a distal end region to a point near the side opening. A proximal, reinforced catheter portion extends a distance from a point near the side opening towards the proximal end of the catheter body. The side opening is positioned within a gap between a proximal end of the distal reinforced catheter portion and a distal end of the proximal reinforced catheter portion. A payload of a cerebral treatment device is housed within the lumen proximal to the side opening. Related devices, systems, and methods are disclosed.
US10799665B2
The present disclosure provides a system and a method for relaxation and cultivation of attention. The method comprising: detecting a non-respiratory bodily action of a first person; determining based on comparing the non-respiratory bodily action of the first person with at least one predetermined threshold, whether or not the first person is voluntarily attending on the non-respiratory bodily action at the present time; and generating feedback to be perceived by the first person through at least one response system if the first person is voluntarily attending on the non-respiratory bodily action at the present time.
US10799662B2
A method of manufacturing a patient interface for sealed delivery of a flow of air at a continuously positive pressure with respect to ambient air pressure to an entrance to the patient's airways includes collecting anthropometric data of a patient's face. Anticipated considerations are identified from the collected anthropometric data during use of the patient interface. The collected anthropometric data is processed to provide a transformed data set based on the anticipated considerations, the transformed data set corresponding to at least one customised patient interface component. At least one patient interface component is modelled based on the transformed data set.
US10799658B2
In a method and system for use with a ventilator for mechanical ventilation of a patient, a sensor arrangement registers at least one signal related to muscular activity of at least one muscle in the laryngopharyngeal region of the patient. This signal is provide to a computer, which controls the operation of the ventilator based thereon, and/or causes display of information related to the signal in order monitor the patient and/or operation of the ventilator.
US10799651B2
The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical injection device, and it is an object thereof to prompt the user to replace the injection needle as needed. To achieve this object, the present invention is configured such that a needle detector switch 8 that directly or indirectly detects the mounting of an injection needle to a pharmaceutical syringe 5 is provided to a main case 2, this needle detector switch 8 is connected to a controller 21, and the controller 21 displays on a display component 19 an injection needle removal message that directly or indirectly prompts the user to remove an injection needle 6 from the pharmaceutical syringe 5 when the mounting of the injection needle 6 to the pharmaceutical syringe 5 has been detected by the needle detector switch 8 in the switching off the a power switch 16.
US10799649B2
Systems for drug delivery devices include a temperature control system and an identification system. A temperature control system configured to sense and control temperature of a cartridge containing a drug includes a heater, one or more temperature sensors, and a control unit. An identification system configured to identify a cartridge containing a drug includes a control unit and a tag sensor that is electrically coupled to the control unit, wherein the tag sensor is activated upon detecting a presence of the cartridge. A drug delivery device includes both the temperature control system and the identification system such that the control unit of the device may process the information of the drug that is received from the tag sensor of the identification system, and based on at least a portion of the processed information, determine and control the temperature of the drug within a cartridge.
US10799647B2
The invention relates to an autoinjector for dispensing a liquid product, in particular a highly viscous medication, comprising: a housing, a product container, which is arranged in the housing and has a slidable piston, wherein the piston can be slid in a dispensing direction in order to dispense the product contained in the product container, a forward drive element, which acts on the piston as the product is being dispensed, a first spring, which is preloaded such that the product can be dispensed from the product container by the sliding of the forward drive element and the piston, and a rotation element, which is operatively coupled to the forward drive element, wherein the first spring acts on the rotation element in such a way that the rotation element is set into rotation in order to dispense the product, wherein the rotation element or the forward drive element has a thread having a variable pitch.
US10799642B2
The present embodiments provide for simple devices that guide the loading and dispensing of accurate small doses of fluid from standard injection syringes.
US10799641B2
A drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament includes a housing having an opening, a dose selector operable to set a dose by rotation relative to the housing, a release member controlling movement of a piston in a dispensing direction, and a display comprising a units number wheel and a tens number wheel which are coupled to each other such that a continuous rotation of the units number wheel is translated into an intermittent rotary motion of the tens number wheel. The release member rotates, during dose dispensing, an angle corresponding to the dose set by the dose selector, thereby allowing a piston to move in a dispensing direction.
US10799640B2
A supplemental device for attachment to an injection device. A supplemental device for attachment to an injection device, the supplemental device comprising: a housing; an electromechanical switch arrangement, the electromechanical switch arrangement comprising: a main body; and a switching member, the switching member having a protrusion arranged to protrude from the main body so as to contact a surface of the injection device while the supplemental device is attached to the injection device; and a biasing member configured to bias at least a part of the main body of the electromechanical switch arrangement against the injection device while the supplemental device is attached to the injection device.
US10799637B2
A cartridge carrier assembly for a medicament delivery device comprises a cartridge carrier adapted to receive a cartridge defining a cavity containing a dose of a medicament, a needle hub being part of the cartridge carrier or coupled to the cartridge carrier such that the needle hub is fixed relative to the cartridge carrier, the needle hub adapted to receive a distal end or part of the cartridge, an injection needle having a tipped proximal needle section adapted to pierce a sealing element distally arranged on the cartridge, and a removable needle cap attachable to a distal end of the cartridge carrier. The needle hub comprises a cartridge retention feature adapted to abut the cartridge or a part thereof to limit axial movement of the cartridge in the distal direction such that the proximal needle section is spaced from the sealing element.
US10799633B2
An injection cannula includes a hand-held mechanical motorized device to improve delivery of fat and facilitate dispersion at a recipient site. The injection cannula may, for example be a cannula for injecting fat in a cosmetic surgical procedure for fat transplantation such as percutaneous injection or injection directly into the subcutaneous fat. An electric motor, pneumatic motor, or other mechanism may be used to provide vibration.
US10799632B2
A system and method that identifies delayed infusion programs at an infusion pump or with a first computer and an infusion pump. The first computer receives an infusion auto-program from a remote source, transmits the infusion auto-program to the infusion pump, and sends a stale auto-program to the infusion pump. The infusion pump receives a manual infusion program, saves and executes the manual infusion program, and compares the stale auto-program to the manual infusion program to identify potential matches between the stale auto-program and the manual infusion program. The infusion pump evaluates the potential matches and determines if the potential matches are within a predefined tolerance, continues to execute the at least one manual infusion program on the infusion pump if the potential matches are within the predefined tolerance, and remotely saves differences in the manual infusion program and the at stale auto-program in a remote server for later analysis.
US10799626B2
A blood pump comprises a pump casing having a blood flow inlet and outlet, and an impeller arranged in said pump casing so as to be rotatable. The impeller has blades sized and shaped for conveying blood from the blood flow inlet to the blood flow outlet. The blood pump comprises an outflow cannula having an upstream end portion, a downstream end portion and an intermediate portion. The upstream end portion is connected to the pump casing such that blood is conveyed from the blood flow outlet through the intermediate portion towards the downstream end portion. The downstream end portion has a blood flow outlet through which blood can exit the outflow cannula. At least a portion of the intermediate portion of the outflow cannula has an outer diameter that is larger than an outer diameter of the pump casing.
US10799624B2
The catheter device comprises a motor located at the proximal end of the catheter device and a drive shaft, extending from the proximal end section to the distal end section of the catheter device, for driving a rotating element located at the distal end of the catheter device. The catheter device also comprises a hose-like catheter body which encompasses the drive shaft and extends from the proximal end section to the distal end section of the catheter device. At the proximal end of the catheter device, the drive shaft is connected to a motor by a clutch. The clutch is a magnetic clutch with a proximal and a distal magnet unit. The proximal magnet unit is connected to the motor and the distal magnet unit to the drive shaft. The distal magnet unit is mounted fluid-tight in a clutch housing. The proximal end of the catheter body makes a fluid-tight connection with the clutch housing.
US10799615B2
An artificial tissue containing pancreatic islet cells, fibroblasts and/or cells capable of differentiating, extracellular matrix, and vascular endothelial cells, in which the fibroblasts and/or the cells capable of differentiating, the extracellular matrix, and the vascular endothelial cells constitute a three-dimensional tissue structure in which a vascular network structure has been formed, and in which the three-dimensional tissue structure contains pancreatic islets constituted by aggregating ten or more of the pancreatic islet cells.
US10799610B2
Disclosed are cement products, methods of forming cement using the cement product, and methods of using the cement product in orthopedic and dental applications. Generally, the disclosed cement product includes a first component and a second component. The first component comprises a polymerizable resin comprising ethylenic unsaturated double bond, a suitable glycidyl group and/or a suitable isocyanate group. The second component includes a compound comprising more than one type of amine selected from the group consisting of primary amine, secondary amines, tertiary amines and quaternary amines. Alternatively, the second component includes a compound comprising a suitable mercapto (SH—) group, a hindered amine or a dimethylthiotoluenediamine (DMTDA). Optionally, the cement product includes a filler and/or a bioactive component to promote bone formation.
US10799605B2
The present invention is related to a conjugate comprising a structure of general formula (1) [TM1]-[AD1]-[LM]-[AD2]-[TM2] (1), wherein TM1 is a first targeting moiety, wherein the first targeting moiety is capable of binding to a first target, AD1 is a first adapter moiety or is absent, LM is a linker moiety or is absent, AD2 is a second adapter moiety or is absent, and TM2 is a second targeting moiety, wherein the second targeting moiety is capable of binding to a second target; wherein the first targeting moiety and/or the second targeting moiety is a compound of formula (2): wherein R1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, methyl and cyclopropylmethyl; AA-COOH is an amino acid selected from the group consisting of 2-amino-2 adamantane carboxylic acid, cyclohexylglycine and 9-amino-bicyclo[3.3.1]nonane-9 carboxylic acid; R2 is selected from the group consisting of (C1-C6)alkyl, (C3-C8)cycloalkyl, (C3C8)cycloalkylmethyl, halogen, nitro and trifluoromethyl; ALK′ is (C2-C5)alkylidene; R3, R4 and R5 are each and independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and (C1-C4)alkyl under the proviso that one of R3, R4 and R5 is of the following formula (3) wherein ALK′ is (C2-C5)alkylidene; R6 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and (C1-C4)alkyl; and R7 is a bond; or a pharmacologically acceptable salt, solvate or hydrate thereof.
US10799604B2
A method of detecting migration of tumor cells is provided by implanting in a region of tumor cells one or more implants having a matrix material of a biocompatible and biodegradable polymer, and a plurality of nanoparticles dispersed within the matrix material and functionalized to bind tumor cells. Nanoparticles bound to the tumor cells that have migrated out of the region can be detected by various imaging modalities. The implant can be in the shape of a brachytherapy spacer or radiotherapy fiducial maker or can be a coating on a brachytherapy spacer or fiducial marker. A method of treating cancer is provided by implanting one or more brachytherapy spacers or fiducial markers including the matrix material and an anti-cancer therapeutic agent dispersed within the matrix material.
US10799591B2
Provided herein are branched oligonucleotides exhibiting efficient and specific tissue distribution, cellular uptake, minimum immune response and off-target effects, without formulation.
US10799583B2
The invention relates to the treatment of bone disorders. In particular, the invention is directed to the use of a dosing holiday to help overcome the resistance to anti-sclerostin antibodies which develops over time when a plurality of doses of antibody are given to a subject. By giving the subject to be treated such a dosing holiday, the subject may subsequently display an increased response to a subsequent dose of the anti-sclerostin antibody. The subject may be given multiple cycles of a batch of at least two doses of anti-sclerostin antibody and a dosing holiday. In some instances, the subject may be monitored to help determine when to give the dosing holiday. Further, the subject may be given a different treatment for the bone disorder during the dosing holiday from the anti-sclerostin antibody.
US10799577B2
The present invention relates to a nucleic acid sequence, comprising or coding for a coding region, encoding at least one peptide or protein comprising a pathogenic antigen or a fragment, variant or derivative thereof, at least one histone stem-loop and a poly(A) sequence or a polyadenylation signal. Furthermore the present invention provides the use of the nucleic acid for increasing the expression of said encoded peptide or protein. It also discloses its use for the preparation of a pharmaceutical composition, especially a vaccine, e.g. for use in the treatment of infectious diseases. The present invention further describes a method for increasing the expression of a peptide or protein comprising a pathogenic antigen or a fragment, variant or derivative thereof, using the nucleic acid comprising or coding for a histone stem-loop and a poly(A) sequence or a polyadenylation signal.
US10799573B2
Bordetella pertussis iron receptor proteins or portions thereof (e.g., one or more extracellular domains), alone or spliced into B. pertussis scaffold proteins (e.g., fimbrial or flagellin), are provided and can be used in acellular vaccines to protect against pertussis or other Bordetella diseases in humans and non-human mammals. In addition, Bordetella species grown under iron-starved conditions are provided and can be used in whole cell vaccines to protect against pertussis or other Bordetella diseases in humans and non-human mammals.
US10799570B2
The present invention relates to peptides, proteins, nucleic acids and cells for use in immunotherapeutic methods. In particular, the present invention relates to the immunotherapy of cancer. The present invention furthermore relates to tumor-associated T-cell peptide epitopes, alone or in combination with other tumor-associated peptides that can for example serve as active pharmaceutical ingredients of vaccine compositions that stimulate anti-tumor immune responses, or to stimulate T cells ex vivo and transfer into patients. Peptides bound to molecules of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC), or peptides as such, can also be targets of antibodies, soluble T-cell receptors, and other binding molecules.
US10799569B2
The present invention relates to peptides, proteins, nucleic acids and cells for use in immunotherapeutic methods. In particular, the present invention relates to the immunotherapy of cancer. The present invention furthermore relates to tumor-associated T-cell peptide epitopes, alone or in combination with other tumor-associated peptides that can for example serve as active pharmaceutical ingredients of vaccine compositions that stimulate anti-tumor immune responses, or to stimulate T cells ex vivo and transfer into patients. Peptides bound to molecules of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC), or peptides as such, can also be targets of antibodies, soluble T-cell receptors, and other binding molecules.
US10799566B2
The invention relates to modified Factor IX coding sequence, expression cassette, vectors such as viral (e.g., lenti- or adeno-associated viral) vectors, and gene transfer methods and uses. In particular, to target Factor IX nucleic acid to cells, tissues or organs for expression (transcription) of Factor IX.
US10799564B1
A pharmaceutically acceptable insulin premix formulation contains about 0.1-10.0 Unit/mL of insulin for intravenous administration and preferably further contains a tonicity adjuster. The methods for making and using such formulation are also provided. The pharmaceutically acceptable insulin premix formulation may be aseptically filled into a flexible container assembly to form a pharmaceutical insulin premix product. The insulin premix product can be a sterile and ready-to-use aqueous solution for glycemic control in an individual with metabolic disorders through intravenous infusion. The insulin premix product is unexpectedly stable when freshly prepared and also during its shelf-life of storage at refrigeration temperatures of 2° C. to 5° C. for 24 months followed by additional 30 days at room temperatures of 23° C. to 27° C., even without any added preservative, any added zinc, any added surfactant or any other added stabilizing excipient.
US10799557B2
A method of tightening inter-cellular junctions in endothelial or epithelial cells includes exposing the endothelial or epithelial cells to a norrin in concert with an anti-VEGF agent. Upon sufficient contact time, for norrin to selectively up-regulate gene expression of Cadherin or claudin-5 in the endothelial or epithelial cells, the inter-cellular junctions are tightened.
US10799549B2
Disclosed is a method of preparing a hepatoprotective traditional Chinese medicine composition. The composition is prepared from Fructus Ligustri Lucidi, Herba Ecliptae, Radix Paeoniae Alba, Rhizoma Curcumae Longae and clam as main raw materials.
US10799547B2
The present invention relates to a food composition comprising Suaeda japonica as an active ingredient for preventing or alleviating diabetes, and to a method for preparing the composition. When Suaeda japonica powder of the present invention is administered to OLETF mice in which obesity and diabetes are naturally induced during growth due to a defect of the CCK-1 gene, an increase in blood glucose and production of glycosylated hemoglobin are inhibited, and the effect of improving glucose tolerance is exhibited. Also, a high blood level of adiponectin, which relates to an improvement in insulin sensitivity and to the recovery of glucose metabolism function, is maintained, and antidiabetic activity, specifically, the effect of alleviating or preventing diabetes, is excellent.
US10799543B2
Human clinical use of a chimeric poliovirus construct has demonstrated excellent anti-tumor effect. The mechanism of action is believed to involve both viral oncolysis as well as immune recruitment, both of which lead to necrosis in the area of the tumor. No adverse effects have been observed.
US10799542B2
The invention provides a recombinant targeted bacteriophage for expressing a transgene in a target cell transduced with the bacteriophage. The bacteriophage comprises a first nucleic acid sequence encoding a pill capsid minor coat protein that is configured to display a cell-targeting ligand for enabling delivery of the bacteriophage to a target cell, a second nucleic acid sequence encoding at least one pVIII capsid major coat protein that is configured to display a foreign peptide thereon, and a transgene which encodes a protein which exerts a biological effect on the target cell.
US10799539B2
Microbiota restoration therapy (MRT) compositions (e.g., oral MRT compositions) and methods for manufacturing MRT compositions are disclosed. An example method for manufacturing an MRT composition may include collecting a stool sample, purifying the stool sample to form a purified sample, stabilizing the purified sample to form a stabilized sample, converting the stabilized sample to a solid, adding one or more additives and/or excipients to the solid to form a treatment composition, and encapsulating the treatment composition.
US10799533B2
Provided herein are pathogen-inactivated plasma compositions and methods for treating a disease or condition using pathogen-inactivated plasma compositions.
US10799532B2
To obtain a lifestyle-related disease therapeutic water which comprises a very small amount of anionized silver, nanosized gold, and 99.9% or more of water. A lifestyle-related disease therapeutic water comprising with respect to one liter of water (a), 3-15 mg in silver equivalent of thiosulfate silver ion (b), and 0.1-0.5 mg in gold equivalent of colloidal gold (c).
US10799522B2
Compositions and methods for detection and assessment of galectins are provided by the present invention, including labeled compositions, pharmaceutical composition including a labeled composition for galectin detection and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, method of aiding in diagnosis and/or treatment of a condition characterized by upregulation of one or more galectins in a subject in need thereof and precursor compositions for synthesis of chemical compositions, including but not limited to labeled compositions for detection and assessment of galectins.
US10799512B2
Provided are methods for treating multiple sclerosis using a continuous regimen of estrogen in combination with periodic administration of a progestogen.
US10799510B2
The present invention provides novel 6-substituted [1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-b]pyridazines that are agonists of Rev-Erb. These compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, are suitable means for treating any disease wherein the activation of Rev-Erb has therapeutic effects, for instance in inflammatory and circadian rhythm-related disorders or cardiometabolic diseases.
US10799504B2
The present disclosure provides pharmaceutical compounds, compositions and methods, especially as they are related to compositions and methods for the treatment of tumors and related diseases related to the dysregulation of kinase (such as EGFR (including HER), Alk, PDGFR, but not limited to) pathways.
US10799499B2
The present invention relates to combinations and methods for the treatment of neurological disorders related Amyloid beta toxicity and/or neuronal death. More specifically, the present invention relates to novel combinatorial therapies of Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's disease related disorders, Parkinson's disease, Lewy body dementia, multiple system atrophy and other related synucleinopathies, Huntington's disease, peripheral neuropathies, alcoholism or alcohol withdrawal, neurological manifestations of drug abuse or drug abuse withdrawal, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury or brain ischemic events based on 3-phenylsulfonyl-8-(piperazin-1-yl) quinoline and baclofen and/or acamprosate.
US10799494B2
The present invention relates to a combination therapeutic product comprising one or more respiratory electron transport chain inhibitors and a cytochrome bd inhibitor, as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the combination therapeutic product and to the use of the combination therapeutic product in the treatment of mycobacterial infections, such as tuberculosis.
US10799483B2
The present invention relates to methods of treating demodicosis by administering an isoxazoline compound of formula (I)
US10799481B1
The present disclosure is directed to compositions comprising oxymetazoline and methods of treating various eye disorders related to drooping eyelids, such as ptosis, in a subject comprising administering to the subject compositions comprising oxymetazoline.
US10799470B2
A positron emission tomography (PET) radiotracer for imaging lactate uptake, wherein the tracer is a [18F]-labelled lactate derivative which is [18F]-3-fluoro-2-hydroxypropionic acid: Also, a process for the radiosynthesis of the [18F]-labelled lactate derivative. Further, the use of the [18F]-labelled lactate derivative for imaging lactate uptake in living cells, especially in humans.
US10799469B2
The present invention pertains to a method for treating cancer, such as lung cancer, multiple myeloma, lymphoma, and epithelial ovarian cancer, comprising the administration to a patient in need thereof a first amount or dose of a histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor, such as PXD-101, and a second amount or dose of another chemotherapeutic agent, such as dexamethasone or 5-fluorouracil, or an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor, such as TarcevaÚ, wherein the first and second amounts or doses together comprise a therapeutically effective amount.
US10799466B2
The present invention provides methods for reducing pain in a subject in need of such pain reduction by delivering, e.g., intrathecally or epidurally, a volatile anesthetic such as a halogenated ether compound in an amount effective to reduce pain. Chronic or acute pain may be treated, or the anesthetic may be delivered to the subject to anesthetize the subject prior to a surgery. In certain embodiments, isoflurane, halothane, enflurane, sevoflurane, desflurane, methoxyflurane, xenon, and mixtures thereof may be used. Dosing regimens including a one-time administration, continuous and/or periodic administration are contemplated.
US10799463B2
The disclosure features amino lipids and compositions involving the same. Nanoparticle compositions include an amino lipid as well as additional lipids such as phospholipids, structural lipids, PEG lipids, or a combination thereof. Nanoparticle compositions further including therapeutic and/or prophylactic agents such as RNA are useful in the delivery of therapeutic and/or prophylactic agents to mammalian cells or organs to, for example, regulate polypeptide, protein, or gene expression.
US10799460B2
The present invention relates to a formulation for the controlled release of active ingredients after the passage of the ileo-cecal-valve, comprising one or more active ingredients or one or more active ingredient containing cores (W), enveloped by one or more envelopments (C), which are dissoluble or permeable above an individual defined pH value and are dissoluble or permeable below another individual defined pH value, again enveloped by an envelopment (E), which is dissoluble or permeable above still another individual defined pH value.
US10799459B1
The instant application relates to the field of pharmaceutical compositions comprising dasatinb. Furthermore, the instant application relates to a method of treating proliferative disorders in a patient in need thereof, comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of said compositions.
US10799458B2
A method is provided for preparing spray dried powder containing vancomycin hydrochloride. The method comprises providing a vancomycin hydrochloride solution with a chromatographic purity of at least 95%, adding an excipient to the vancomycin hydrochloride solution to form a mixture solution of the vancomycin hydrochloride solution and the excipient, concentrating the mixed solution of the vancomycin hydrochloride solution and the excipient to form a 20% to 30% vancomycin concentrate, filtering the vancomycin concentrate to form a final filtrate, and spray drying the final filtrate to form a spray dried vancomycin hydrochloride powder with EP impurity B level of not more than 1.5%.
US10799431B2
A beauty care product is provided. The beauty care product is a multi-layered barrier patch with a water soluble film zone comprising a polyethylene oxide, methylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose, and combinations thereof, and a cosmetic composition comprising an effective amount of a skin active agent. The product also has a barrier patch with a backing layer and a pressure sensitive adhesive zone wherein the adhesive zone and the soluble film zone are continuous, discontinuous, or a combination thereof. The soluble film zone or product is capable of changing from a first visual state to a second visual state.
US10799430B2
The present invention is a dermal-exfoliation system that uses positive pressure to deliver salt and/or bio-inert crystalline particle abrasives or saline solution to the stratum corneum, combined with a minimal amount of negative pressure to close the loop when in contact with the skin to evacuate spent particles and dislodged skin cells and debris. An applicator handpiece is optimized for the use of the combined pressure system discussed herein for the removal of epidermal layers.
US10799427B2
There is disclosed a drinking receptacle comprising: a container for containing a fluid for drinking; and an outlet member having an outlet through which the fluid is delivered under a pressure supplied by a user of the receptacle and a collar portion that attaches to an opening of the container such that an undersurface of the collar portion abuts with an upper surface of the opening of the container to form a substantially sealed engagement between the outlet member and the container; wherein either the undersurface of the collar portion or the upper surface of the opening of the container has at least one vent formed therein, the at least one vent being configured such that when said pressure is applied to the outlet member the at least one vent member permits the controlled ingress of air into the container to facilitate flow of fluid from the outlet, and when said pressure is removed the at least one vent member substantially prevents the ingress of air into the container to facilitate a controlled vacuum pressure within the container.
US10799424B2
Disclosed herein are modular container systems having child-resistant containers, tray inserts and tray frames. Also disclosed are methods using the modular container systems and methods of storing substances in containers. The containers have a container base and a container cap and provide for child-resistant containers. A user can releasably remove the container cap from container base with a squeeze and lift sequence. For example, the user squeezes opposite sides of the container base, which releases a locking mechanism and allows for removal of the cap by lifting or pulling the container cap off from the container base. The components of the modular container system are modular and stackable. The modular system allow for organized, efficient, accessible and storage of the child-resistant containers. The modular container system also allows for easy counting, sorting and processing of the containers.
US10799422B2
A biological sample collection system includes a sample collection vessel having an opening disposed at a top portion thereof and a sample collection chamber having sample preservation reagent disposed therein and which is in fluid communication with the opening. The system additionally includes a funnel configured to selectively couple to the opening such that the funnel opening and the opening of the sample collection vessel are in fluid communication when the funnel coupled to the opening. The system also includes a removable stopper having a plug that is configured to seal the opening and/or the funnel opening. In some embodiments, a biological sample collection system includes a sample collection chamber having an opening disposed at a top portion thereof, a sample preservation reagent disposed with in the sample collection chamber, a funnel configured to selectively couple to the opening and including a ramp, and a removable stopper having a plug configured to seal the opening and a tapered ridge configured to selectively engage the ramp.
US10799419B2
Telescoping massage roller and assembly of a physical fitness cage with a telescoping massage roller
A roller device, including a first tube having a first diameter, and a through-bore having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter, the through-bore extending through and concentric with the first tube, a first rod having a third diameter smaller than the second diameter, a first end, and a second end, where the second end of the first rod is operatively arranged to telescopingly engage with the through-bore of the first tube, a second rod having a fourth diameter equal to the third diameter, a first end and a second end, where the first end of the second rod is operatively arranged to telescopingly engage with the through-bore of the first tube, at least one roller arranged to rotate about the first tube, and a first handle fixedly secured to the first end of the first rod.
US10799415B2
Methods and systems for dynamic compression of venous tissue enable improved blood movement in the extremities. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, a pressure pad provides a compressive force to a portion of the human body. The pressure pad is successively withdrawn and re-pressed against the body. In this manner, prevention and/or treatment of various medical conditions may be achieved, for example restless leg syndrome, edema, plantar fasciitis, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, venous insufficiency, wound care, and/or the like.
US10799410B2
A excreta disposal apparatus is customized to a human body and includes a body having a seating unit, which has a shape corresponding to the curved shape of the genital area and buttocks of the human body and also has a disposal space open toward the genital area and buttocks of the human body so as to take excreta discharged from the human body. A main body unit, which is connected to the seating unit, is mountable between the legs of the human body and has a receiving space therein. A discharge channel is provided in the receiving space and communicates with the disposal space to discharge the excreta in the disposal space to the outside.
US10799409B2
A subject support apparatus includes an upper portion including a torso panel having a first end and a second end, a loop strap having a first free end extending from the first end of the torso panel and a second free end extending from the second end of the torso panel and configured to couple the first end of the torso panel to the second end of the torso panel to form a closed loop, and a pair of shoulder straps coupled to the torso panel and extending from a top edge of the torso panel. The subject support apparatus also includes a lower portion coupled to the pair of shoulder straps and extending from a bottom edge of the torso panel. The lower portion has a seat piece having a front end and a rear end.
US10799408B2
The disclosure provides, in part, adhesive patches for repairing damaged surfaces of health care devices. In one of its aspects the disclosure provides a method of repairing the surface of health care device by applying an adhesive patch over a damaged portion of the surface, the patch comprising a film layer and an adhesive layer. In another one of its aspects, the disclosure provides an adhesive patch for repairing the surface of a health care device comprising a film layer and an adhesive layer.
US10799406B2
An expandable wheelchair handlebar that adjusts in height and width.
US10799398B2
The present disclosure relates to methods and apparatuses for imparting a first line of weakness and a second line of weakness into one or more layers of an advancing substrate, such as a belt assembly. The first line of weakness is coincident with the second line of weakness. The advancing substrate may be a belt assembly including an outer layer, an inner layer, and one or more elastic strands disposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. A first surface of the belt assembly may be acted on by a first laser beam that operatively engages a first scan head and a second surface of the belt assembly may be acted on by a second laser beam that operatively engages a second scan head. A trim removal member may be used to separate the first and second lines of weakness forming a trim portion and a separation edge.
US10799396B2
An absorbent article includes a stretchable sheet that is a laminate of a non-stretchable first sheet layer, a non-stretchable second sheet layer, and an elastic film disposed between the first and second sheet layers, and the elastic film is stretchable at least in the front-back direction. The first sheet layer is bonded to the second sheet layer at a large number of joints directly or through the elastic film and the joints are arrayed at intervals. The stretchable sheet is contracted by a contraction force of the elastic film and can be stretched by an external force applied in the front-back direction. The leg portion is also contracted by a contraction force of the elastic film and can be stretched by an external force applied in the width direction. The leg portions and adjoined regions have different joint area rates and thereby have different stretching stresses.
US10799395B1
Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a device and method for holding a superior tarsus of an eye in a closed position. Some embodiments of the device can comprise a first main surface configured to be applied against an upper eyelid having eyelashes when the upper eyelid is in a closed position such that an inferior edge of the eyelid patch is positioned above the eyelashes of the upper eyelid. The first main surface can have an adhesive thereon. The device is configured to be applied above the eyelashes, below the eyebrow, and to form multiple curvatures to maintain sufficient rigidity to maintain the upper eyelid in a closed position. Additionally, some embodiments of the device have thinned or more flexible portions that can improve the conformability and fit of the device to the user's anatomy.
US10799388B2
Tissue adjustment implants useful for adjusting a position of tissue in a patient are described. In an embodiment, a tissue adjustment implant includes a main body having a series of outwardly-extending projections. The tissue adjustment implants can be used in a variety of treatments, such as in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and snoring.
US10799386B1
A harness has a harness body, a belt strap, two leg straps, a small opening to slidably accommodate an aeration tube, and a larger opening to accommodate a catheter sleeve. The catheter sleeve has a length of cylindrical body which has a tapered end and a flexible end that extends though the harness body about a half inch. The one end of the aeration tube extends into the catheter sleeve cylindrical body through the small opening to provide aeration into the catheter sleeve, and the other end extends slidably through the small opening in the harness body.
US10799385B2
A base plate of an ostomy appliance includes a first adhesive layer and a masking element. The first adhesive layer includes a stomal opening with a center point and a proximal surface configured to be attached to a skin surface of a user. The masking element is arranged on a distal surface of the first adhesive layer and is more insulative than the first adhesive layer. A plurality of electrodes is arranged on the distal surface of the first adhesive layer, where each electrode includes a sensing part and a conductor part. The masking element is arranged between the conductor part of each electrode and the first adhesive layer. The electrodes are formed on a proximal surface of a support layer.
US10799384B2
A sexual aid device, system and method that provide a chassis with a distal end; a proximal end with at least one penile port; at least one penile support between the distal end and proximal end; at least one penile channel between the distal end and proximal end; wherein the chassis is configured to have an opening along the top toward the proximal end and an upper chassis plate is securable in a closed position. When used with a sleeve and chassis cover the system provides additional support so that the combined device substantially surrounds the donning penis and enables new methods of intimate sexual intercourse without an erection and without substantially obstructing blood flow to and from the penis. In an optional saddled embodiment the inner and outer scrotal support of the chassis and sheath help to hold the device in place while providing a comfortable scrotal opening an enabling gentle massage of the scrotum and perineum through use of a perineum bump.
US10799382B2
[Problem] To provide a correcting tool by which the center of the body is stabilized and/or a twist in the body is corrected by simply wearing the correcting tool in everyday life. [Solution] According to the present invention, the following invention is provided. (1) A tool for correcting a twist in the body is composed of a cylindrical material having elasticity with a diameter of 7-20 mm, a width 5-10 mm, a thickness of 1-3 mm, and a hardness of 4-6. According to the present invention, the tool of the present invention is worn to perform daily life activities or exercise, thereby stabilizing the center of the body and/or correcting a twist in the body.
US10799377B2
Embodiments are directed in part to endovascular prostheses and methods of deploying same. Embodiments may be directed more specifically to stent grafts and methods of positioning and deploying such devices within the body of a patient.
US10799370B2
A surgical instrument and method are provided for removal of a spinal implant from the intervertebral disc space. The instrument includes a carriage body for interfacing with the implant, a housing for interfacing with the vertebrae, and a handle portion having a first portion rotatably coupled with a proximal end of the housing and a second portion rotatably engageable with a proximal attachment portion of the carriage body. A central passage of the housing extends between the proximal end and a distal engagement surface of the housing. The central passage is dimensioned to mate with the carriage body. Rotation of the handle portion about an axis causes translational movement of the carriage body along the axis. A modular inserter/distractor apparatus and method and an anchor remover and method are also provided.
US10799360B2
A system for treating regurgitation of blood through a diseased heart valve having at least two leaflets can include an implantable, lollipop-shaped device and an adjustment mechanism. The device can have a proximal end portion, a distal end portion, and an intermediate portion extending therebetween. The intermediate portion can include an expandable occluding member having a selectively adjustable diameter and a biocompatible layer attached to at least a portion thereof. The distal end portion can include an anchoring member. The adjustment member can include a distal connecting end that is operatively connected to the proximal end portion of the device. Operation of the adjustment member, after implantation of the device, can cause the diameter of the occluding member to change so that at least one of the heart leaflet coapts with a portion of the occluding member to mitigate or prevent regurgitation of blood through the diseased heart valve.
US10799355B2
An apical implantation mitral valve balloon closure plate blocking body and an implantation method, for human heart repair are disclosed. A balloon closure plate made from an elastic plastic material which may be filled with a gas or a curable liquid is implanted via a small incision on the left side of the chest, enters the left ventricle via the apex, and is placed and fixed at a backflow hole position of a front and rear leaflet closure point of the mitral valve. The present disclosure treats diseases such as functional mitral valve regurgitation, and the success rate for repairing functional mitral valve backflow is more than 90%.
US10799349B2
An assembly for delivering a prosthetic heart valve to a native heart valve is disclosed. The assembly includes a self-expanding prosthetic heart valve formed with an expandable metallic stent and a flexible valvular structure. The assembly also includes a delivery apparatus having a delivery sleeve. The delivery sleeve includes a selectively steerable section and a distal portion for retaining the prosthetic heart valve in a compressed state. A handle is coupled to a proximal end of the delivery sleeve and a pull wire extends from the handle to the steerable section of the delivery sleeve. The handle preferably includes a rotatable portion for actuating the pull wire and thereby selectively controlling a curvature of the steerable section during advancement through the patient's vasculature. In preferred embodiments, the steerable section includes a flexible metallic tubular portion formed with a plurality of circumferentially extending openings.
US10799343B2
An integrated valve prosthesis includes an anchor stent, a tether component, and a valve component. The anchor stent includes a self-expanding tubular frame member configured to be deployed in the annulus of an aortic valve or the aorta. The valve component includes a valve frame and a prosthetic valve coupled to the valve frame, and is configured to be deployed within the anchor stent. The tether component includes a first end coupled to the anchor stent and a second end coupled to the valve frame. In the delivery configuration, the tether component extends in a first direction from the anchor stent to the valve component, and in the deployed configuration, the tether component extends in a second direction from the anchor stent to the valve component. The second direction is generally opposite the first direction. The tether component may set the location of the valve component relative to the anchor stent.
US10799342B2
A tricuspid insufficiency treatment device includes a vena cava member (12) implantable in a vena cava of a patient. The vena cava member (12) is formed with a fenestration (14) and further includes a blocking member (16) arranged to block and unblock the fenestration (14).
US10799341B2
The devices described herein are used for holding an undelay graft and an overlay graft in place for repair a tympanic membrane. The devices include a post having a proximal end and a distal end; and first and second arms, each having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the post is flexibly joined to the proximal end of the first arm and to the proximal end of the second arm. When the device is in a deployed configuration, the first arm and the second arm extend substantially perpendicularly from the post; and when the first arm and the second arm are clamped into a constrained configuration, the first arm and the second arm extend substantially parallel to a central axis of the post.
US10799339B2
There is provided an intraocular lens injector configured to inject an intraocular lens 7 having an optical portion 8 and a pair of support portions 9a, 9b extending from the optical portion 8 into an eye, including: an injector main body 2 having a lens setting portion 6 on which the intraocular lens 7 is set; a holding portion 14 that holds a tip end part of a front support portion 9a of the pair of support portions 9a, 9b, which is disposed in front of the lens setting portion 6; and a guide mechanism (11c, 14a) that guides the optical portion 8 to pass under the holding portion 14 when the intraocular lens 7 is pushed out by the pushing member 5 so that the optical portion 8 is displaced downward relatively to the front support portion 9a held by the holding portion 14.
US10799338B2
A wide range depth of focus vortex IOL or other optical device or element and processes for manufacturing same.
US10799335B2
A device for attaching soft tissue to a prosthetic implant. The device includes a body that includes a frame and a porous section disposed within the frame, wherein the porous section permits the passage of body fluids therethrough to encourage the healing of the soft tissue as well as the growth of soft tissue into and through the porous section.
US10799327B2
A method of making a translucent colored zirconia dental restoration comprises obtaining a zirconia green body, forming a dental restoration precursor from the zirconia green body, applying a color liquid to the precursor, and sintering the restoration precursor with regular sintering in air without post HIP processing. The zirconia green body comprises between 7 wt % to 20 wt % of stabilizer based on a total weight percent of the zirconia green body, and at least some particles with a diameter of 100 nanometers to 1000 nanometers. The zirconia green body is subsequently finally sinterable with regular sintering in air without post HIP processing to produce a translucent zirconia sintered body having a total light transmittance of at least 36% and less than 50% to light with a wavelength of 400 nm, and less than 55% to light with a wavelength of 600 nm, at a thickness of 0.6 mm.
US10799325B2
A dental restoration apparatus that eliminates time-consuming, labor-intensive steps conventionally needed to fabricate molds, and thereby facilitates dental restorations in a shorter time, while reducing the discomfort and embarrassment sometimes associated with provisional restorations, which includes an additive manufacturing apparatus (e.g., a 3-D printer) having a tool head (e.g., a print head) and a fixture for controlling the position of the tool head relative to the teeth of a patient, allowing fabrication of a planned dental structure directly on an existing dental structure.
US10799324B2
An orthodontic bracket for coupling an archwire with a tooth includes a bracket body that has an archwire slot adapted to receive the archwire. A movable member is engaged with the bracket body and is movable between an opened position and a closed position. The bracket body and movable member are made from a transparent or translucent ceramic for improved aesthetics. The bracket body may include one or more stop surfaces that limit movement of the moveable member in the gingival direction. The bracket body may include a support surface that is positioned lingually of a labial edge of the archwire slot. The moveable member may include a bracket-engaging portion having a first surface confronting the bracket body and a slot-covering portion having a second surface confronting the archwire slot, the first and second surfaces being offset from one another.
US10799317B2
A disposable housing includes a housing portion and a memory. The housing portion defines a cavity therein configured to receive a motor operable, inner core handle assembly. At least a portion of the housing portion has a color that corresponds to a color of one type of end effector or adapter assembly. The memory has stored therein at least one operating parameter for the inner core handle assembly.
US10799316B2
Disclosed herein is a system and method for dynamic validation, correction of registration for surgical navigation during medical procedures on a patient which involves confirmation of registration between one or more previously registered virtual objects, such as surgical tools etc. in a common coordinate frame of a surgical navigation system and an operating room, and intra-operatively acquired imaging during the medical procedure in the common coordinate frame. The method includes displaying intra-operatively acquired imaging of the surgical field containing the one or more real objects corresponding to the one or more previously registered virtual objects, with the real objects being tracked by a tracking system. The method overlaying a virtual image containing the previously registered virtual objects onto the intra-operatively acquired imaging, from the point of view of the intra-operatively acquired imaging, and detecting for any misalignment between any one of the one or more previously registered virtual objects contained in the virtual image and its corresponding real object contained in the intra-operatively acquired imaging.
US10799314B2
The electronic vision system for assisting a skin care professional during treatment generally has: a support structure; a monitor being mounted to the support structure and having a sagittal plane; a video camera mounted to the support structure via an articulation, a field of view extending along an optical axis and a sagittal axis, the articulation having at least one pivot joint allowing pivoting movement of the optical axis relative to the monitor and preventing rotation of the video camera relative to the monitor and maintaining the parallelism of the sagittal axis of the video camera and the sagittal plane of the monitor; and a signal connection between the video camera and the monitor allowing the monitor to display a real-time video.
US10799304B2
A surgical mounting device may detachably couple to a patient access device to maintain alignment between a surgical instrument and the access device as instruments are interchangeably inserted and removed from the access device. The mounting device may include arms that pivot between a closed configuration in which the arms grip the access device inserted therebetween and an open configuration in which arm are spaced further apart from each other than in the closed configuration. A drive member may transition the arms to the closed configuration when the patient access device is inserted between the arms in the open configuration and pressed against the drive member.
US10799294B2
A method and system to generate an operating room layout plan for a surgical procedure involving a patient and a trajectory of access. A patient model is positioned in a virtual coordinate space representing the operating room, and is rendered, along with the trajectory of access relative to the patient, on a display. The trajectory of access defines a zone of operation in the virtual coordinate space. The planning system receives selection of a navigation camera location in the virtual coordinate space; renders a navigation camera model visually indicating an operative field of view; determines whether the navigation camera has a direct line-of-sight to the zone of operation and, if not, indicates an error; and outputs the operating room layout plan based on the location of the models in the virtual coordinate space.
US10799283B2
Tissue regions are treated using a multiple lead electrode probe. A plurality of electrodes may be disposed about an elongate shaft. The elongate shaft may be slidably disposed within a lumen of a delivery sheath. One or more probes including one or more electrically active regions may also be slidably disposed within the delivery sheath. The one or more probes may be configured to extend radially about the elongate shaft. The plurality of electrodes and the electrically active regions may be individually connected to a control and power unit through individual channels.
US10799282B2
An electrosurgical system includes an electrosurgical instrument coupled to an electrosurgical generator. The electrosurgical system may include a first sensor and a second sensor, which are configured to detect redundant tissue properties and output a signal corresponding thereto. The electrosurgical system has a signal processing circuit for receiving and modifying the output signal from the second sensor. The electrosurgical generator may include a controller for receiving an output signal from the first sensor and a processed signal from the signal processing circuit. The controller compares the two signals received and shuts down the system based on the comparison of the first sensor and a processed signal.
US10799274B2
A device for coaptation of bone parts or bone fragments, comprising an integral plate obtained by moulding whereof one portion (1) is made from a first biocompatible polymer comprising at least one or, preferably, a plurality of areas or inserts (2) provided with a through hole (3), said areas or inserts being made from a second biocompatible polymer which is more malleable than the first polymer, said areas or inserts having mechanical properties allowing a self-tapping of the inner surface of the holes, by means of screws that can be used for securing said plate to bone tissue, said support portion and said areas or inserts having a partial molecular bond between them.
US10799253B2
A novel and improved elbow prosthesis and method of implanting same including a novel aggregate prosthesis having a retaining system in conjunction with a set plate.
US10799245B2
An absorbable occluder (100) comprises a woven mesh (110), wherein the woven mesh (110) comprises at least two polymer filaments with different centralized degradation time periods, or comprises a polymer filament made by blending at least two polymers with different centralized degradation time periods. The absorbable occluder (100) can avoid the tissue inflammatory response caused by the polymer filaments of the woven mesh (110) centralized degrading within the same period.
US10799241B2
Described here are devices for closing one or more tissues, and handles for controlling these devices. Generally, the devices described here comprise a snare loop assembly, wherein the snare loop assembly comprises a snare and a suture loop, and a handle for controlling the snare loop assembly. In some variations the snare loop assembly may comprise a retention member that may releasably connect the suture loop to the snare. In other variations the devices comprise one or more force-reducing suture locks to help prevent the suture loop from inadvertently disengaging from the snare loop assembly. In still other variations, the excess-suture management features. The handles described here may be configured to remove excess suture from a suture loop, and may also be configured to release the suture loop from the snare loop assembly.
US10799240B2
A surgical severing and stapling instrument, suitable for laparoscopic and endoscopic clinical procedures, clamps tissue within an end effector of an elongate channel pivotally opposed by an anvil. An E-beam firing bar moves distally through the clamped end effector to sever tissue and to drive staples on each side of the cut. The E-beam firing bar affirmatively spaces the anvil from the elongate channel to assure properly formed closed staples, especially when an amount of tissue is clamped that is inadequate to space the end effector. In particular, an upper pin of the firing bar longitudinally moves through an anvil slot and a channel slot is captured between a lower cap and a middle pin of the firing bar to assure a minimum spacing. Forming the E-beam from a thickened distal portion and a thinned proximal strip enhances manufacturability and facilitates use in such articulating surgical instruments.
US10799227B2
A suturing device is disclosed. The suturing device has a guide tip. The guide tip has first and second framing arms that define a viewing port from a first orientation. The guide tip also has proximal and distal ends of the guide tip which, with the first and second framing arms, define a tissue bite area from a second orientation. The suturing device also has a ferrule holder located in the distal end of the guide tip and centered relative to the first orientation. The suturing device further has a needle movable within the guide tip along a path through the tissue bite area and centrally viewable in the viewing port relative to the first orientation.
US10799226B2
A surgical adaptor comprises a first member is attachable to a first surgical instrument having a projection that defines an axis. A second member is attachable to a second surgical instrument such that the second surgical instrument is movable in at least two degrees of freedom relative to the axis. Surgical systems, instruments and methods are disclosed.
US10799209B2
Systems and methods for multi-modality data processing are provided. Some embodiments are particularly directed to navigating sets of multi-modality medical data in a multi-modality processing system. In one embodiment, a method for navigating medical data in a medical processing system includes receiving a reference set of medical data by the medical processing system, where the medical data corresponds to a modality selected from the group consisting of: FFR, iFR, pressure, flow, IVUS, and OCT. The medical processing system also receives a navigation command. An enhancement and a subset of the reference set of medical data to enhance are identified based on the navigation command. The medical processing system performs the selected enhancement on the subset of data and the enhanced subset is displayed. The enhancement may include performing a single-axis zoom on the subset.
US10799206B2
A method of calibrating a system for imaging a subject is provided. The method includes determining a position of an X-ray source of the system operative to transmit X-rays through the subject; and calibrating the position of the X-ray source with respect to a detector of the system, based at least in part on a field of view of the X-ray source, the detector operative to receive the X-rays transmitted by the X-ray source. In embodiments, the method includes positioning an X-ray source of the system via a controller at one or more calibration positions based at least in part on at least one camera of the system. In such embodiments the X-ray source is disposed on a mobile arm and operative to transmit X-rays through the subject, and a field of view of the X-ray source is directed substantially towards the detector at each of the calibration positions.
US10799199B2
An X-ray dental imaging system for medical imaging includes a column, an upper shelf coupled to the column, a rotating part rotatably coupled to the upper shelf, and a chair spaced from the column.
US10799196B2
A system for encouraging patient stillness during an imaging scan is provided. The system includes an electronic device configured to generate a graphical representation for a patient undergoing the imaging scan. The system also includes a motion detection system configured to detect motion of the patient undergoing the imaging scan. The system further includes a computer system in communication with the electronic device and the motion detection system, wherein the computer system includes processing circuitry configured to receive a first signal from the motion detection system indicating motion of the patient undergoing the imaging scan and to send a second signal to the electronic device, in response to the first signal, to cause the electronic device to adversely modify the display of the graphical representation.
US10799194B2
A mobile imaging device includes a base having at least one caster, a first drive mechanism that moves the system in a transport mode and translates an imaging component relative to the base in a scan mode, and a second drive mechanism that extends caster relative to the base to raise the base off the ground in the transport mode, and retracts the caster relative to the base to lower the base to the ground in the scan mode. A caster system for a mobile apparatus includes a base containing a housing and a caster, attached to the base, the caster having a wheel defining a wheel axis and a swivel joint defining a swivel axis and a pivot point defining a pivot axis, wherein the caster pivots on the pivot axis as the caster is retracted into the housing and extended out of the housing.
US10799192B2
Method and apparatus for partial volume identification from photon-counting macro-pixel measurements
A method and apparatuses are provided to identify and correct partial volume errors (PVEs) in material decomposition of a spectral computed tomography (CT) scan, due to different X-ray trajectories incident on a same macro-pixel passing through different material components (e.g., bone and water). Macro-pixels are virtual crystals generated by aggregating the signals/counts from several smaller actual pixels (i.e., micro-pixels) of a detector array. Thus, when a PVE is identified within a macro-pixel, the separate signals/counts from the micro-pixels can be used for material decomposition, instead of the aggregated signals/counts of the macro-pixel, thereby providing improved spatial resolution of the material components and, at least partial, overcoming the PVE. A measure of the difference between spectrally-resolved counts based a material projection lengths (e.g., from a calibrated lookup table) and the measured counts of the macro-pixel can be used to identify PVEs, e.g., when the difference measure exceeds a predefined threshold.
US10799191B2
In a streakline visualization apparatus, a processing unit calculates, by using an expression including a correction value for correcting an error attributable to accelerated motion of a plurality of grid points represented by position information, time differential values of velocities of fluid on the plurality of grid points at each of the plurality of first time points. The processing unit calculates, based on the velocities and the time differential values of the velocities of the fluid on the plurality of grid points at each of the plurality of first time points, positions of a series of a plurality of particles sequentially outputted from a particle generation source as analysis time progresses at each of a plurality of second time points having a second time interval shorter than the first time interval. The processing unit generates display information about a streakline indicating the series of the plurality of particles.
US10799187B2
Systems and methods for monitoring patients with respiratory diseases are described. A system may include a sensor circuit to sense a respiration signal and at least one hemodynamic signal. The system may detect a specified respiratory phase from the respiration signal, and generate from the hemodynamic signal one or more signal metrics that are correlative to at least one of a systolic blood pressure, a blood volume, or a cardiac dimension. The system may detect a restrictive or obstructive respiratory condition when the hemodynamic signal metric indicates hemodynamic deterioration during a specified respiratory phase. The system may additionally classify the detected restrictive or obstructive respiratory condition into one of two or more categories, and deliver a therapy based on the detection or the classification.
US10799180B2
One variation of a method for testing contact quality of electrical-biosignal electrodes includes: outputting a drive signal—including an alternating-current component oscillating at a reference frequency and a direct-current component—through a driven electrode; determining that a reference electrode is in improper contact with a user's skin if a reference signal read from the reference electrode excludes a first signal component oscillating at the reference frequency and a second signal component oscillating at an ambient frequency; determining that a sense electrode is in improper contact with the user's skin if the reference signal includes the first signal component and if a sense signal read from the sense electrode excludes a third signal component oscillating at the reference frequency; and generating an electrode adjustment prompt if one of the reference and sense electrodes is determined to be in improper contact with the user's skin.
US10799177B2
A system for non-invasively measuring a physiologic status patient tissue according to an embodiment includes a housing; an optical spectroscope with a wavelength-sensitive sensor capable of detecting light intensity, at two or more distinct wavelengths, of light scattered and/or reflected by muscle tissue of the patient in order to measure a physiologic status of the muscle tissue, a bioimpedance sensor at least partially disposed within the housing, the bioimpedance sensor configured to generate a signal corresponding to an estimation of a thickness of an adipose tissue layer between the optical spectroscope and the muscle tissue, and a processor configured to (1) receive the estimations of the thickness, (2) compare the estimations of the thickness, and (3) based on the comparison, generate a visual indication configured to assist in placement of the housing toward or at a location corresponding to the smaller or smallest thickness of the adipose tissue layer.
US10799174B1
An object of the present invention is to provide a system and method of determining muscle efficiency and inefficiency in a patient or subject and being able to quantitatively determine measurements that communicate between practitioners the condition, the health, and the efficiency state of any muscle. The efficiency of a muscle is defined by the ability of the brain to bridge a proper communication to the muscle by sending normal action potentials; the bridge is often compromised during injury, improper training, or from poor habits of bodily movement. The standardization of these efficiencies allows for the isolation of particular areas of the muscles that are inefficient and efficient. Further, with varied application of specific electrical pulses, a bridge that mimics the natural action potential is provided and can enhance muscle efficiency in a way that achieves higher levels of success in bodily healing and physical training than in any prior art. The current invention uses multiple, select sets of electrical currents at sound wave frequencies and used in conjunction with specific forms of movements. The application of electrical currents can also be synchronized with extensions and contractions of muscles to stimulate the expedited bridging of brain to muscle connection and increase the efficiency of muscles. The current invention standardizes these techniques to reconnect the brain to these muscles.
US10799172B2
A multifunctional measuring device for automatic examination of female genital organs, the measuring device having proximal and distal directions, and comprising: a device handle, located in the proximal direction, connected to an elongated, cylindrically-shaped intravaginal module having a longitudinal axis of symmetry, the intravaginal module located in the distal direction; a control and communications subsystem configured within the handle; and an optic module, an ultrasound module, a microwave module, and a thermal sensor array, configured within the intravaginal module and a chemical sensor array configured outside of the intravaginal module; and the control and communications subsystem connected with the optic, ultrasound, and microwave modules and with the thermal sensor array; the intravaginal module positioned intravaginally to scan female genital organs and at least two chosen from list including: the optic module; the ultrasound module; the microwave module; the thermal sensor array; and the chemical sensor array to perform intravaginal measurements.
US10799171B2
A method for detecting allergic reaction and alerting a guardian device includes registering a wearable device to associate the wearable device with the guardian device. The wearable device then monitors vital signs to determine whether the vital signs are within an acceptable range. Based on the vital signs being outside the acceptable range, the wearable device sends an alert to the guardian device and determines whether a confirmation signal is received from the guardian device.
US10799170B1
An apparatus to measure isometric muscle strength has a table section having a top surface adapted to allow a person to sit thereon. An upright frame section is movably attached to the table section and spans the top surface and includes an open area sized to allow the person's legs and thighs to extend therethrough when the person is seated on the top surface. A cradle is attached to the frame section and holds a force-measuring device that is acted upon by the person's body segment when the person is seated on the top surface. Movement-impeding devices allow or prevent movement of the frame section. Belts and/or straps are attached to the table section and adapted to be secured to various parts of the person's body to stabilize the person on the top surface and to isolate muscle groups that are to be tested for isometric muscle strength.
US10799162B2
A wearable optical device is described for optically detecting parameters of interest within muscle, such as during physical activity or when at rest. The parameters of interest include oxygenation level and/or hemoglobin concentrations in some situations. The detected parameters, such as oxygenation level, may be used to assess physical performance, such as the extent to which the muscle is utilizing aerobic or anaerobic processes. Methods for determining the parameters of interest, such as oxygenation level, from the detected optical signals are also described, and feedback may be provided to a user.
US10799156B2
An identification sheet (X1) according to the present invention includes a backing sheet (10) and a pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet (20). The backing sheet (10) bears a distinguishing mark (M1). The pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet (20) has a multilayer structure including a substrate layer (21) and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer (22). The pressure-sensitive adhesive layer (22) is removably attachable to the backing sheet (10). The pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet (20) bears a distinguishing mark (M2). The identification sheet (X1) as above is suitable for keeping on surely providing the admissibility of evidence of a collected target material to be identified.
US10799155B2
A method for estimating a pose of an oral hygiene device including a pattern and a plurality of groups of visual markers relative to a location includes (i) receiving image data reproducible as an image of at least a portion of the oral hygiene device; (ii) analyzing the image data to identify a region of interest within the image; (iii) identifying, using at least one of the one or more processors, all candidate visual markers within the region of interest; (iv) obtaining a first proposed three-dimensional pose of the oral hygiene device; (v) validating the first proposed three-dimensional pose of the oral hygiene device; and (vi) obtaining a second proposed three-dimensional pose of the oral hygiene device based on the validated first proposed three-dimensional pose.
US10799150B2
The invention relates to diagnosis in general and more specifically a system and a method for determining the presence of jaundice in newborn babies, also known as neonatal jaundice.A main objective of the present invention is to provide a simple system and method for determining the presence of jaundice. Particularly since most deaths due to jaundice occur in low-income countries, there is a large unmet need of simple, reliable and affordable technologies able to identify at-risk newborn.The objective is accomplished through receiving a depiction of skin from an RGB sensor, and then using either an optical diffusion model of the skin or Monte Carlo simulations to calculate the bilirubin concentration. A meta model of the optical diffusion model or Monte Carlo simulations can also be used. Colour calibration is also performed by e.g. thin-plate spline interpolation.
US10799148B2
A method of detecting a localization element/sheath state change with a localization system includes establishing a localization field using a plurality of localization field generators, obtaining first and second localization signals from first and second catheter-borne localization elements within the localization field, respectively, comparing the quadrature components of the first and second localization signals, and detecting a localization element/sheath state change for one of the catheter-borne localization elements based on the comparison between quadrature components. For example, withdrawal of a localization element into an introducer sheath can be detected when the comparison between quadrature components exceeds a preset amount. Conversely, re-emergence of the localization element from the introducer sheath can be detected when the comparison between quadrature components returns below the preset amount.
US10799147B2
A wiring assembly includes a differential input port, a differential output port, and first and second pairs of electrical leads. The differential input port is configured to receive a differential signal from a sensor at a first end of the wiring assembly. The differential output port is configured to output the differential signal at a second end of the wiring assembly. The first and second pairs of electrical leads convey the differential signal from the first end to the second end, and are connected to one another at the first end and at the second end in a configuration that cancels pickup of an ambient magnetic field by the wiring assembly.
US10799143B2
A PET-MRI apparatus includes a patient support assembly having a cradle to accommodate a subject, a carriage assembly to attach to the cradle and cause the cradle to selectively travel, and a rear bridge to receive the cradle and carriage. The patient support assembly also includes a front bridge to receive the cradle and carriage assembly and provide for translation therealong, with the front bridge including a first section and a second section that is spaced apart from the first section to form a gap in the front bridge between the first section and the second section in an area adjacent a PET detector array of the PET-MRI apparatus. The front and rear bridges include an anti-tip rail assembly to interact with the cradle and the carriage assembly so as to prevent tipping thereof when traversing over the gap between the first and second sections of the front bridge.
US10799140B2
A method and system for instructing a user behavior change comprising: collecting a first and a second bioelectrical signal dataset; generating an analysis based upon the first and the second bioelectrical signal datasets; and providing a behavior change suggestion to the user based upon the analysis. The method can further comprise collecting a third bioelectrical signal dataset associated with a performance of an action by the user in response to the behavior change suggestion; generating an adherence metric based upon the third bioelectrical signal dataset and at least one of the first and the second bioelectrical signal datasets; providing a stimulus configured to prompt an action by the user; and providing at least one of the analysis and an analysis based upon the adherence metric to the user. An embodiment of the system comprises a biosignal detector and a processor configured to implement an embodiment of the method.
US10799138B2
Embodiments of the invention are broadly drawn to methods for determining an optimum dose of an antiarrhythmic drug, for example sotalol. In particular, the method involves titrating the dose of the drug gradually to determine the optimum plasma concentration for a patient, whether the patient has normal or abnormal renal function.
US10799136B2
A bioelectrode includes a fitting member (1106) formed by an electrically insulating member fixed on a surface of a garment (1100) that comes in contact with a living body (1000), an electrode part (1101a) formed by a conductive member fixed on a surface of the fitting member (1106) that comes in contact with the living body (1000), a connector (1102a) fixed to the fitting member (1106) and configured to connect a bioelectric signal measurement device, a wiring line (1103a) fixed to the fitting member (1106) and configured to electrically connect the connector (1102a) and the electrode part (1101a), and an electrically-insulating insulating member (1105) configured to cover a portion within the surface of the wiring line (1103a) that comes in contact with the living body (1000).
US10799134B2
Provided are methods to measure and or monitor consciousness in a subject, including analyzing brain activity with weighted symbolic mutual information (wSMI) and/or Kolgomorov symbolic complexity (KSC). In addition, methods and apparatus to administer a stimulus and/or a medicament to a subject according to their consciousness level which has been determined using the method described herein are also provided.
US10799133B2
A wearable device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure of the present inventive concept, which is worn on a user's head to apply an electrical stimulation to a brain or measure brain waves from the brain, comprises: a wearing identification unit for identifying a worn state of the wearable device using a first sensor module detecting the worn state of the wearable device of a user; an electrode unit for applying an electrical stimulation to a user's brain or measuring brain waves from the user's brain; and a control unit for controlling the electrode unit to start the electrical stimulation or a brain wave measurement on the basis of the identification result by the wearing identification unit.
US10799127B2
A device, method and system for calculating, estimating, or monitoring the blood pressure of a subject. A first signal representing heart activity of a subject may be received. A plurality of second signals representing time-varying information on at least one pulse wave of the subject may be received from a plurality of body locations of the subject. A first feature of the first signal may be identified. For each of the plurality of second signals, a second feature may be identified. A pulse transit time based on a difference of the first feature and at least one of the second features may be computed. A blood pressure of the subject may be calculated according to a model based on the computed pulse transit time. The model may include a compensation term relating to the plurality of second signals or the second features thereof.
US10799123B2
An on-site device for detecting presence of a liquid from a site and a method for detecting presence of a liquid from a site using the on-site device, the device comprising a moisture detector arranged to detect the presence of the liquid based on one or more electrical characteristics of the liquid; a first optical detector assembly coupled to the moisture detector, the first optical detector assembly being configured to be activated upon detection of the presence of the liquid by the moisture detector; and wherein upon activation, the first optical detector assembly is configured to detect a substance in the liquid based on one or more optical characteristics of the substance.
US10799122B2
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for detecting a physiological response using different types of photoplethysmography sensors. Examples of physiological responses that may be detected include an allergic reaction, a stroke, a migraine, stress, certain emotional responses, manifestation of pain, and blood pressure. In one embodiment, a head-mounted contact photoplethysmography device measures a signal indicative of photoplethysmogram signal at a first region that includes exposed skin on a user's head (PPG signal). A camera, located more than 10 mm away from the user's head, captures images of a second region that includes exposed skin on the user's head. A computer detects the physiological response based on: (i) imaging photoplethysmogram signals (iPPG signals) recognizable in the images, and (ii) correlations between the PPG signal and the iPPG signals.
US10799119B2
In a method and apparatus for provision of preparatory information for preparation of magnetic resonance imaging of an examination object, the examination object is supported on a patient support of the magnetic resonance apparatus, a depth map of the examination object supported on the patient support is acquired by a time-of-flight camera, preparatory information for the preparation of the magnetic resonance imaging is generated in a computer using the acquired depth map, and the preparatory information are provided from the computer.
US10799114B2
The invention relates to a novel open retinoscope comprising: a body (3) comprising a light source (31) oriented in the longitudinal direction and a first coupling means (32) for coupling to a Volk lens (51) holder in a longitudinally sliding manner; a Volk lens (51) holder (5), coupled in a longitudinally sliding manner to the body (3), where the holder (5) comprises a second longitudinal sliding coupling means (52) which is complementary to the first longitudinal sliding coupling means (32) of the body (3); and a smartphone adaptor (2) which can be connected to the body (3) in a transversely sliding manner.
US10799109B2
A process is provided for conducting an eye examination using a mobile device, the process comprising capturing a first image of an object using a camera of a mobile device set to a fixed focusing distance; determining, with reference to the first image, an absolute size of the object; capturing a second image of the object using the camera of the mobile device; determining, with reference to the second image, a distance from the mobile device to the object; providing an indication via the mobile device to move the mobile device relative to the object; and receiving input from the mobile device in response to the eye examination program.
US10799107B2
Disclosed is a patient interface for affixment on onto a patient eye, said patient interface including a negative pressure cavity with a top wall and a circumferential outer wall, an optical passage, wherein the top wall circumferentially surrounds the optical passage and wherein the circumferential outer wall projects from the top wall and circumferentially surrounds the optical passage; a number of rib members, the rib members projecting separately from each other from the top wall into the negative pressure cavity between the circumferential outer wall and the optical passage.
US10799106B2
An image processing apparatus includes a processing unit configured to perform, on a luminance distribution acquired in at least one direction crossing a vessel region in a fundus image of a subject's eye, a first smoothing operation for each first size and a second smoothing operation for each second size smaller than the first size; a first identifying unit configured to identify a position of a vascular wall in the fundus image on the basis of the luminance distribution obtained by performing the first smoothing operation; and a second identifying unit configured to identify positions of inner and outer boundaries of the vascular wall in the fundus image on the basis of the luminance distribution obtained by performing the second smoothing operation.
US10799100B2
An image processing device for an endoscope in which an operation of bending a distal end portion only within one endoscope bending plane including an axis of the distal end portion is allowed, the image processing device having a processor configured to acquire information of a course along which the endoscope travels in the luminal structure, the course being set based on a three-dimensional image indicating the luminal structure, and calculate a first rotation angle of the endoscope at a first branch in the course, the first rotation angle being an angle to match the one endoscope bending plane where the distal end portion is allowed to bend with a plane of the first branch, by a operation of rotation.
US10799098B2
There are provided a medical image processing device, an endoscope system, a diagnosis support device, and a medical service support device that can allow the observation of a medical image performed by a user not to be obstructed, allow a user not to miss a region of interest, and allow attention required during observation to be continued. An image acquisition unit acquires a medical image including a subject. A medical image is displayed in a first display region (A1) of a monitor. A bounding box, which is notification information, is superimposed and displayed on the medical image in the first display region (A1). In a case where the area of a region of interest is increased, or the like, the notification information is not displayed in the first display region (A1) and an icon, which is separate notification information, is displayed in a second display region (A2) of the monitor.
US10799097B2
A system comprising: (a) a sheath configured to receive all or a portion of an endoscope; (b) an irrigation line connecting the sheath to an irrigation source; (c) a suction line connecting the sheath to a suction source; and (d) a control module located between the sheath, and the irrigation source and the suction source and controls flow of irrigation fluid from the irrigation source to the sheath and movement of suction between the suction source and the sheath; wherein the irrigation source is connected to a resilient reservoir that is located within the control module and movement of the control module compresses the resilient reservoir moving irrigation fluid from the resilient reservoir to the sheath so that the irrigation fluid assists in cleaning the endoscope, and wherein the control module includes a valve and compression of the resilient reservoir initiates movement of the valve so that the valve opens and suction from the suction line is applied to the sheath.
US10799096B2
A steerable device, such as a steerable catheter, may include a control handle and an insertion shaft extending outwardly therefrom. In use, the insertion shaft is navigated to an area of interest for examination and/or treatment thereof. The steerable device may include a steering system that controls the deflection angle of the distal end of the insertion shaft in two or more non-planar directions for navigating the insertion shaft to the area of interest. The steering system may also include a locking mechanism for arresting or partially arresting the movement of the distal end of the insertion shaft in a first direction independent of arresting or partially arresting the movement of the distal end in a second non-planar direction.
US10799087B2
The present technology relates to an endoscope system in which resolution and an S/N ratio are adjusted to be well-balanced depending on an imaging condition, and further capable of changing a processing load depending on the imaging condition, a method for operating the endoscope system, and a program.From an image signal in a body cavity imaged by an endoscope apparatus, a low frequency image including a low frequency component and a high frequency image including a high frequency component are extracted. The low frequency image is reduced by a predetermined reduction ratio, and, after image quality improvement processing is performed, is enlarged by an enlargement ratio corresponding to the reduction ratio. At that time, based on condition information indicating an imaging state, when brightness at the time of imaging is sufficient and the high frequency component does not include noise components a lot, the low frequency image and the high frequency image are added to be output as an output image. In addition, based on the condition information, when the brightness at the time of imaging is not sufficient and the high frequency component includes the noise components a lot, only the low frequency image is output as the output image. The present technology can be applied to the endoscope system.
US10799084B2
An air vent for a dishwasher drain assembly having an overmolded volute is disclosed. The air vent has a surface with a first aperture defined therethrough and at least a portion of the surface sloping downward toward the first aperture. A flexible member having a shape is positioned across the portion of surface. The flexible member flexes toward and sealably engages the first aperture when a force presses the flexible member, and the flexible member is positioned away from the first aperture allowing air to pass through the first aperture when the force does not press the flexible member.
US10799083B2
An information processing method performed with a processor includes determining whether a second dispensing amount of detergent to be dispensed in a washing apparatus in a scheduled first washing event falls below a threshold based on a remaining amount of the detergent in a detergent container of the washing apparatus and a first dispensing amount set for one washing event for washing a washing target, changing a third dispensing amount determined based on the first dispensing amount to be dispensed into the washing apparatus in a second washing event preceding the first washing event to a fourth dispensing amount equaling or exceeding the threshold when the second dispensing amount is determined to fall below the threshold, outputting information representing the fourth dispensing amount, and causing the washing apparatus to dispense the fourth dispensing amount of the detergent in the second washing event.
US10799079B2
The present invention relates to the technical field of manufacturing of small appliances, and relates to a glass-wiping robot. The glass-wiping robot comprises a robot main body (1), a power cord (4) and a safety buckle (3). The power cord (4) is connected to the robot main body (1), and winds onto the safety buckle (3). The safety buckle (3) is provided thereon with a suction cup (2). The safety buckle (3) sucks on a glass via the suction cup (2). The glass-wiping robot of the present invention provides double protection and improved safety effects when the robot main body inadvertently falls off the window, allows for convenient fixing or moving of the safety buckle, and is convenient to carry.
US10799077B2
A ligature-resistant paper towel dispenser includes a rear portion with a towel recess for receiving a roll of paper towels and a planar mounting area for securing the paper towel dispenser to a wall. A front portion of the dispenser locks to the rear portion, covers the roll and completes the shape of the paper towel dispenser exterior. The mounting area of the housing may extend backwards from the planar mounting area into an aperture formed through a surface of the wall so that the towel recess projects into the wall. The housing has an upward projecting exterior that is curved or inclined downward from an apex to prevent attachment of a ligature and extends above the towel recess by a distance greater than or equal to half of a maximum forward projection of the housing to provide sufficient curvature or inclination of the exterior of the top projection.
US10799076B2
Devices, apparatus and systems for preventing towels from slipping off a towel holder are disclosed. The apparatus, devices and systems may include a surface that provides a frictional interface between the towel and towel holder. Two opposing edges of such a device may each include at least one raised or enlarged attachment formation which, when the device is moved from an unraveled condition to an engaged condition, may be aligned and connected to effectively connect the edges to each other. Such a device may further include a plurality of friction formations configured to face and contact a towel and a plurality of ridges configured to face and contact a towel holder when the device is in an engaged condition, surrounding a towel holder and supporting a towel.
US10799074B1
Laminated shower curtains are disclosed having an antimicrobial pre-treated fabric layer comprising a first antimicrobial agent, and an antimicrobial liquid impermeable film layer bonded to the antimicrobial pre-treated fabric layer comprising a polymeric material and a second antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial pre-treated fabric layer and the antimicrobial pre-treated fabric layer of the laminated shower curtains may be individually produced before being bonded together.
US10799067B2
A barbecue grill and shelf assembly in which the grill has a cooking chamber. A hollowed bracket is attached to the cooking chamber and has a tube secured thereto and defining a hollow interior. A shelf with a distal end and a proximal and has a cylindrical post depending downwardly from the proximal end, whereby the post is received in the tube for pivotally mounting the shelf to the cooking chamber. The hollowed bracket serves to insulate the shelf mount and the securing mechanism from the heat of the cooking chamber.
US10799059B2
A method of controlling dispensing of doses of coffee grounds, the machine comprising a grinding device which is configured to grind coffee beans, a conduit, having an inlet in communication with the grinding device for receiving coffee grounds, and an outlet, a closure member which is adapted to be removed between an open position for the coffee grounds to be discharged from the conduit through the outlet, and a closed position for closing the outlet, and a coffee grounds weight sensor, which is configured to generate signals representative of the weight of coffee grounds built-up in the dispensing conduit when the closure member is in the closed position.
US10799055B2
A track hanger (100) includes a hook (103) and an extension (104), a base member (102), and a key (403). The key is detachable from the hook, and the base member is detachable from the extension. The key can include a first major surface (401) and a second major surface (402). The first major surface can define one or more barbs (404) that facilitate one-way insertion of the key into a track (106).
US10799045B2
A pillowcase includes a top panel and an opposite bottom panel. The top panel has three sides that are joined with three sides of the bottom panel such that inner surfaces of the top and bottom panels that face one another define a cavity configured for disposal of a pillow. Fourth sides of the top and bottom panels are not joined with one another and define an opening that is in communication with the cavity. A power band extends across the opening to prevent a pillow that is positioned within the cavity from slipping out of the pillowcase unintentionally and/or to prevent a pillow that is positioned within the cavity from shifting within the cavity.
US10799041B1
A wall-mountable organizer rack having two or more vertical bars and one or more horizontal bars in which each horizontal bar has a rear central channel. The rear central channel of each horizontal bar has a channel mouth and a channel front wall, and the height of the channel front wall is greater than the height of the channel mouth for substantially all of the length of each horizontal bar. Bar fasteners inserted into the rear central channel from the vertical bars to fix the vertical bars to the horizontal bars may have at least one dimension that is larger than the height of the channel mouth to fix the fasteners within the channel. Organizer rack attachments inserted into the rear central channel may have at least one dimension that is larger than the height of the channel mouth to secure the attachments within the channel.
US10799040B2
A dry fog diffuser assembly for use in a refrigerated space comprises a base having an adapter for connection to a high-pressure water supply in a range of 600 to 1,000 psi. The nozzle has an orifice in the range of 0.003-0.012 inches to produce a fine water vapor. A riser operatively connects the nozzle to the adapter to space the nozzle from the base. A housing is mounted to the base and encloses the nozzle. The housing defines an open space below the nozzle providing an air inlet to the interior of the housing. A diffuser comprises a stainless-steel elbow having an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end is mounted to the housing. An inner surface of the diffuser has a roughness of at least Ra25, where water vapor from the nozzle is diffused in the elbow and the diffuser produces a dry fog exiting at the outlet end.
US10799039B2
A refrigerator includes a cabinet, a control unit provided in the cabinet and controlling an operation of the refrigerator, a main door that opens or closes the cabinet and has an opening formed therein, a main hinge that couples the cabinet to the main door and allows the main door to be pivotably mounted, a sub-door that is formed on a front surface of the refrigerator and opens or closes the opening, a sub-hinge that couples the main door to the sub-door and allows the sub-door to be pivotably mounted, a sub-hinge cover that simultaneously shield a main hinge shaft of the main hinge and a sub-hinge shaft of the sub-hinge, and a wire disposed to extend from an inside of the sub-door, to be connected with the control unit, and to sequentially pass through the sub-hinge shaft and the main hinge shaft along an inside of the sub-hinge cover.
US10799038B2
A display case door includes a panel assembly with a first transparent pane and a second transparent pane. The first transparent pane includes flanges extending from each of a first edge and a second edge of a shaped portion. The second transparent pane is adhered to both flanges of the first pane to define a space between facing surfaces of the second transparent pane and the shaped portion of the first transparent pane and extending between openings at opposite ends of the panel assembly. Caps are coupled to the panel assembly and cover the openings at each of the first end and second end. The door further includes a hinge coupled to one of the flanges, a door handle secured to a surface of one of the flanges, and an edge guard coupled along an edge of at least one of the flanges.
US10799035B2
Methods and apparatus relate to a debris catcher extending substantially in a plane from an integrated skirt toward a front lip that extends upward out of the plane less than a lateral lip extends upwards out of the plane. In an exemplary embodiment, a collar may be attachable to a debris catcher to provide a soft contact. In various embodiments, at least one perimeter rib may be embedded in the debris catcher to provide a rigid and stable flat portion. In some implementations, at least one partition rib may be arranged on the debris catcher to provide separated areas. In various embodiments, the debris catcher may not only keep debris retained on the debris catcher but also may enable the debris catcher to be pulled under a table.
US10799033B2
A waterbed system for placement on a ground surface can comprise one or more of the following components: a waterbed mattress, a foam structure around the periphery of the mattress, a platform below the mattress and the foam periphery for supporting the waterbed mattress and the foam structure, a foundation coupled to and extending downwardly from the platform, preferably a single, fire resistant polyester fiber baffle disposed within the waterbed mattress, a cover over the top surface of the mattress and around the outer surface of the foam structure, a water proof liner below the bottom surface of the mattress, a water bed heater under the liner between the liner and the upper surface of the platform, a layer of fiberglass insulation attached to the lower surface of the platform, and an accessory storage container coupled to the foundation.
US10799030B2
A support element, for example a plate, a mattress, a pillow, a seating plane of a chair, of an armchair, a saddle for vehicles and the like, equipped with a resting surface for a user, includes at least one first layer in gel associated with at least one second layer of different material; such a first layer in gel and such a second layer, that are associated, are crossed by through openings that are suitable for the proper circulation of air from one side to the other of the support element, so as to allow the optimal transpiration and thermal regulation of the parts of the body of the user positioned resting on the support element itself.
US10799029B2
A portable tablet, smartphone, laptop, peripheral device, and other objects stand that comprises a mounting apparatus, a tray, a base attachment, and a seat. A user's bodyweight is used to stabilize the seat and the stand is coupled to the seat to stabilize the stand and its comprising entities. Straps coupled to the seat can be coupled together to secure said seat. The stand can be comprising members that rotate into a single member to be housed. The tray can be folded outward from the stand and used to support objects. A hinged member, and a member, which is coupled to the hinged member, that smartphones and tablets can be coupled to, can be set to make a zero-degree angle with a middle member or rotated 180-degrees and set. The base attachment can be coupled to a plurality of objects in which can result in stabilizing the stand and the tray.
US10799022B2
The present invention discloses a connecting structure, a connecting method and an article containing the connecting structure. The connecting structure includes a fastener, a first connecting member adjacent to the trailing end of the fastener and a second connecting member away from the trailing end of the fastener. The second connecting member is provided with a threaded connecting hole, which in the axial direction thereof is provided with thread matching with the form of thread of the fastener and having a central angle of at least 180 degrees. The first connecting member is provided with a connecting hole, and the fastener connects the two connecting members through the threaded connecting hole and the connecting hole. The connecting method achieves quick connecting with the connecting hole of the first connecting member by preloading the fastener to the threaded connecting hole, without being affected by the assembly space. The connecting structure and the connecting method can be used in a variety of articles. The thickness of the threaded connecting hole is equal to the pitch of the fastener. The form of thread of the threaded connecting hole is fitted with the thread of the fastener by only one turn, which during processing can be made directly in the form of stamping, resulting in a simple processing and improving the processing efficiency.
US10799016B2
A pressure washing system is disclosed for integration into a recreational vehicle or other large mobile vehicle. The wand of the system includes a rotating brush and one or more sensors to determine a distance from, pressure against, or orientation with respect to the vehicle. While a pump is supplying water to be output by the wand, the distance, pressure, orientation, or other sensor readings are continuously used to modify output characteristics of the wand, including the output water pressure and the speed of rotation of the brush. As a result, no more pressure is supplied by water or brush bristles than is necessary, avoiding overuse of water or damage to outer surfaces of the vehicle. Sensor readings may include one or more of a camera feed, sonar, lidar, pressure feedback, and accelerometer data. The system may also be responsive to a mobile app on a user's mobile computing device.
US10799015B1
A heated shaving brush having a housing with an interior space that houses a shaft that acts as a tube to allow shaving cream or similar lubricating agent to pass through to a bristle assembly that a user applies to their body. The shaft is adjacent to a heating element that is powered by alternating or direct current, thereby heating the shaving cream as it passes through the hollowed shaft. A graduated knob can modulate the speed at which the shaving cream passes through the shaft, thereby increasing or decreasing the temperature of the shaving cream before it is applied to a user's face.
US10799009B2
An application control device according to an embodiment of the present invention has a storage unit that stores a first image of a predetermined range of a skin; an acquisition unit that acquires a second image of the skin having a smaller range than the first image from an image capture unit coupled to an application head configured to apply cosmetics to the skin; and a recognition unit that recognizes a position of the second image in the first image.
US10799001B2
An article of luggage, a method of assembling the luggage, and a bottom tray are provided. The article of luggage includes a bottom tray, wall and spinner wheels. The method involves forming the bottom tray and connecting the wall to the bottom tray. The bottom tray is made from a unitary construction having wheel wells shaped to receive a spinner wheel.
US10798997B2
Apparatus and process are described for forming projections on a substrate for use as hook-type fasteners in touch fastening systems, wherein vibration energy may be used to soften a substrate which may be positioned between a mold and a source of vibration. The mold may include a plurality of cavities into which the softened substrate may be forced to form the projections. The substrate may comprise a film, sheet, web, composite, laminate, etc. and be useful as an attachment strip for temporary or permanent fastening. The source of vibration may be an ultrasonic horn. The process to form such projections may be operated in a continuous, semi-continuous or intermittent manner.
US10798994B2
An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the forefoot cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the forefoot cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures or incisions that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member.
US10798993B2
A sole structure for an article of footwear comprises a midsole body having a proximal surface and a distal surface. Proprioceptive elements may extend in the hole in the midsole body, and translate toward the proximal surface in the holes upon a force directed along a central axis of the hole at a distal end of the proprioceptive elements. In various embodiments, the holes may angle relative to vertical from the proximal surface to the distal surface, the holes may be defined by perforations and the proprioceptive elements may be integral portions of the midsole body, or the midsole body may have a plurality of annular holes at the proximal surface, and a plurality of annular recesses in the distal surface, and a plurality of proprioceptive elements, each centered in a different annular hole of the plurality of annular holes. Methods of manufacturing articles of footwear are described.
US10798982B2
The present disclosure provides a hair extender. The hair extender comprises a main plate, a clamping assembly, and a transmission pressing plate; the main plate is provided with a sliding groove, a plurality of first clamping bosses extended forwards from a bottom of the sliding groove, first clamping recesses being provided on right sidewalls of the first clamping bosses, and a plurality of mounting grooves being provided on the bottom of the sliding groove; the clamping assembly is mounted in the sliding groove of the main plate, a plurality of second clamping bosses extended forwards from a push rod of the clamping assembly, second clamping recesses being provided on sidewalls of the second clamping bosses, and a reset spring of the clamping assembly abutting between a right portion of the sliding groove and the push rod; the main plate is provided with a moving groove, the transmission pressing plate being mounted in the moving groove, and a plurality of mounting rods being fixed under an extension portion of the transmission pressing plate. A fixing pin of a hair extension clip is disconnected from a C-shaped buckle, the fixing pin is fitted with the mounting rod of the transmission pressing plate, the C-shaped buckle is placed in a clamping cavity, real hair is placed in the C-shaped buckle of the hair extension clip, and the transmission pressing plate is driven to move downwards, until the fixing pin completely enters the C-shaped buckle, thereby fixing the real hair in the hair extension clip.
US10798980B2
A forearm guard compressive sleeve is disclosed which functions as a protective guard in athletic endeavors and as fashion apparel and as an advertising and promotional medium. The sleeve is constructed to mitigate the effects of environmental and mechanical hazards, limit the deleterious effects of an athlete's perspiration and muscle stress and imbue the user with psychological confidence in his or her athletic performance. The inventive forearm guard incorporates Near Field Communication components including one of more NFC tags which enable access via NFC-enabled mobile smart phones or computers to the Internet. A method is disclosed enabling celebrity athletes or personnel using the inventive forearm guard to transfer wireless personalized information to fans and supporters including sending virtual autographs and mementos.
US10798978B1
A cover apparatus adapted to cover at least a portion of an ear for protection from the elements, artificial heat sources, and the like, is provided. Such a cover is produced in uniform structure such that any properly sized implement may be affixed to either a left or right ear. Additionally, the manner of affixing is provided through the provision of the ear cover exhibiting sufficient elasticity for pressure fitting around a subject ear auricle and lobe simultaneously, with lower levels of elasticity exhibited by the middle portion thereof extending between the top and bottom portions. Such a cover thus compresses for proper fitting around the auricle and lobe and does not provide excess pressure in the middle portion, thereby allowing for greater comfort and control to the wearer and leaves a least part of the wearer's ear canal exposed and uncovered to facilitate hearing while affixed.
US10798977B1
The brassiere with integrated holster is an item of underclothing. The brassiere with integrated holster is configured for use with one or more firearms. The brassiere with integrated holster is configured for use with one or more domestic articles. The brassiere with integrated holster is configured to store the one or more firearms. The brassiere with integrated holster is configured to store the one or more domestic articles. The brassiere with integrated holster comprises a brassiere and a plurality of pockets. The plurality of pockets are formed on the brassiere.
US10798973B2
The connector is configured to couple a first section and a second section of an e-vaping device. The connector includes a flange with a first end and a second end, a shaft with sidewalls extending from the first end of the flange, and a cylindrical base extending from the second end of the flange. The connector defines a longitudinal opening extending from the shaft through the cylindrical base, the sidewalls and the flange collectively defining at least one first channel in fluid communication with the longitudinal opening. The e-vaping device includes the connector.
US10798962B2
Process for increasing the stability of a composition comprising polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids
A process for increasing the stability of a composition containing a polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid against oxidation proceeds by (i) providing a starting composition containing at least one polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid component; (ii) providing a lysine composition; (iii) admixing an aqueous, an aqueous-alcoholic or an alcoholic solution of starting composition and lysine composition, and subjecting resulting admixture to spray drying conditions subsequently, thus forming a solid product composition containing at least one salt of a cation derived from lysine with an anion derived from a polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid; the product composition exhibiting a solvent content SC selected from the following: SC<5 wt %, SC<3 wt %, SC<1 wt %, or SC<0.5 wt %.
US10798961B2
The present application is directed to sensory technologies for beverages and other products that significantly reduce or fully mask bitterness and/or off-flavor associated with the presence of functional ingredients, such as caffeine or L-phenylalanine. In particular, reduction or masking of the bitterness and/or off-flavor in the beverage or food composition is achieved through the addition of trigeminal sensation-eliciting compounds, referred to herein as sensates, responsible for cooling, warming, tingling, or mouthfeel-type sensations.
