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Automated banking machine enclosure

An automated banking machine includes a chest portion (14). Transaction function devices such as an input device (18) and a display screen (24) are supported on the chest portion. A generally one-piece polymer body (28) is operatively engaged relative to the chest portion and extends in generally surrounding relation of the input device and display screen. The body includes at least one opening (30) such that the display screen is visible and the input device is accessible through the body.
Owner:DIEBOLD NIXDORF

Plasma resistant member

The present invention provides a plasma resistant member having a reinforced mechanical strength and being sufficiently durable to exposure to a low pressure high density plasma. At least the surface of the alumina based material is formed of an oxide or composite oxide layer of a group IIIA element via an intermediate layer. It is preferable in the construction of the plasma resistant member that the intermediate layer comprises 10 to 80% by weight of the oxide or composite oxide of the group IIIA element in the periodic table and 90 to 20% by weight of alumina. The intermediate layer may also comprise a course ceramic with a porosity of 0.2 to 5%. It is also desirable that at least one of the conditions such as a difference in the thermal shrinkage ratio at 1600 to 1900° C. of 3% or less is provided.
Owner:COVALENT MATERIALS CORP

Disposable photographic cheek retraction apparatus and method of using the same

In an exemplary embodiment in accordance with the present invention, a disposable dental appliance and method of use is provided. In particular, a cheek retraction apparatus is provided, which is formed from a lightweight yet durable biocompatible polymer. The apparatus is sufficiently durable to withstand recurrent use, however, the it is economically manufactured so as to be disposable. Moreover, the apparatus is pre-sterilized to alleviate the need for autoclaving and / or dry heat sterilization. A cheek retraction apparatus in accordance with the present invention also provides an indicia display medium that allows the dental practitioner to display patient information, whitening treatment measurements, or other indicia that might be useful to them during oral photography.
Owner:MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA RES INST

Storage and organization system for articles

A storage system is provided with a support panel, having a plurality of sockets, and one or more support members, having mounting posts for engagement within the sockets. Nodules extend from the sides of the mounting posts that are received within recesses formed in the inner walls of the sockets to secure the mounting posts within the sockets. A modular design permits a plurality of support panels to be joined at their edges, to form a larger support panel, or to engage the edge of one panel with the face of another panel to provide a storage shelf. In one embodiment, a horizontal platform and vertical handle both provide surfaces for receiving support members while permitting the device to be mobile.
Owner:ELEY JOHN H

Multipurpose cleaning apparatus

The present invention is a multipurpose cleaning apparatus for cleaning a variety of surfaces which includes an apparatus for removably retaining a reusable cleaning swifter, an apparatus for removably retaining a disposable cleaning cloth, an apparatus for removably retaining a brush and an apparatus for removably retaining a scouring pad. The apparatus comprises a base having two hingeably attached sections which can be rotated to form a angle so that the swifter can be attached, rotated to form a rigid elongated structure to retain the disposable cleaning cloth through locking clasp assemblies, and configured to receive members which retain gripping members to removably retain a cleaning brush and a scouring pad.
Owner:WORLDWIDE INTEGRATED RESOURCES

Porous ceramic filters with catalyst coatings

Porous ceramic catalyst supports or filters to be provided with catalyst coatings via oxide washcoating processes are pre-coated with polymer barrier layers to prevent washcoat nanoparticle intrusion into the microcracked and / or microporous surfaces of the ceramics, the barrier coatings being formed of hydrocarbon polymers that are soluble or dispersible in polar media, capable of forming neutral or hydrophilic surfaces on porous ceramic supports, and completely vaporizable at moderate washcoat stabilization or catalyst activation temperatures.
Owner:CORNING INC

Household goods with antimicrobial coatings and methods of making thereof

Various trashcans, their coatings, and coatings for other household goods are disclosed. In certain implementations, the disclosed coatings are antimicrobial. Various methods for forming antimicrobial coatings for household goods are also disclosed. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial coating comprises a substrate and an antimicrobial agent. In certain implementations the coating can be applied to a household good where the coating leaves a substantially streak-free finish. Some embodiments pertain to protective films that can be removed from a coated household good without leaving residue.
Owner:SIMPLEHUMAN

Easily assembled and repairable plastic shipping pallet

An easily assembled and repairable plastic shipping pallet includes two or more plastic runner rails and multiple plastic cross boards secured perpendicularly to the top and bottom of the runner rails by pins and pin receiver / retainers. The pins engage and retain the cross boards by a slide and snap-in mechanism. This construction allows for rapid and easy repair of a pallet that may become damaged. The method of assembly includes placing pairs of holes of the slats over mating pairs of pegs in the proper orientation; and sliding each slat a short distance to engage each projection in its mating recess.
Owner:WILLIAMS JR LARRY THOMAS

Battery block and method for manufacturing same

A battery block comprising: a battery case that includes a plurality of metal pipe-shaped members joined or adhered to each other; a cell accommodated inside each of the plurality of metal pipe-shaped members; and an insulating layer that covers the outer wall surface or the inner wall surface of the metal pipe-shaped members of the battery case. According to the present invention, even if unnecessary contact between battery blocks occurs in a power supply unit, a short circuit or the like does not occur.
Owner:PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO LTD

Easily assembled and repairable plastic shipping pallet

InactiveUS20060169185A1Promote repairEasily assembled and repairableOther manufacturing equipments/toolsRigid containersEngineeringTraverse board
An easily assembled and repairable plastic shipping pallet includes two or more plastic runner rails and multiple plastic cross boards secured perpendicularly to the top and bottom of the runner rails by means of pins and pin receiver / retainers. The pins engage and retain the cross boards by a slide and snap-in mechanism. This construction allows for rapid and easy repair of a pallet that may become damaged. The method of assembly is also disclosed.
Owner:WILLIAMS JR LARRY THOMAS

Scratching and self-grooming tool

InactiveUS20090165731A1Facilitate self-groomingEfficient workGrooming devicesEngineeringScratching
A self-grooming tool for mammals consists of a quadrilateral pad which has a front face having a plurality of teeth extending therefrom, a rear face and opposed peripheral end and side walls, the opposed peripheral walls having complementary configurations. A recess in the rear face defines two planar areas, the pad being foldable about the recess between a flat position and a folded position. One each of the peripheral end and side walls have laterally projecting flanges, the underside of each flange being co-planar with the rear face of the pad and the flanges having a thickness which is less than about one-half the thickness of the pad. The other of each of the peripheral end and side walls have lengthwise extending undercuts formed therein, having the same shape and dimensions as the flanges, and communicating with the rear face of the pad.
Owner:GARRY CYNTHIA

Microwave process for porous ceramic filters with passivation and catalyst coatings

InactiveUS20070098914A1Improve washcoating characteristicEasy to disassembleRadiation applicationsLayered productsMicrowavePorous ceramics
A method for base-coating a porous ceramic catalyst support includes coating the support with a passivation coating via vacuum infiltration, and subsequently exposing the support to a microwave field to dry the coating and form a polymerized film. The method further includes coating the support with a catalyst coating or washcoat, and subsequently exposing the support to a second microwave field, thereby removing water from the catalyst coating or washcoat.
Owner:CORNING INC

Environmentally friendly information storage disc packaging system

A packaging system is provided for shipping optical media, such as compact discs (CDs), digital video discs (DVDs), and compact disc recordables (CDRs), in an environmentally responsible and cost effective manner. The packaging system's construction uses primarily recyclable material and requires far less raw material than other shipping packaging options. The packaging system is also lightweight and suitably durable for passage through the normal shipping channels, such as the United States Postal Service. The packaging system may be easily configured to accommodate different numbers of optical media discs.
Owner:ORACLE CORPORATION

Densified foam core (DFC) tile with imitation grout line

A tile that may be used as a covering on a floor, wall, or ceiling surface comprises at least a top section and a core layer may be made from a densified foam material. In most embodiments, but not all, the top section comprises a polyvinyl chloride layer, and may also comprise a wear layer and / or a decorative layer. The tile includes a plurality of sides with an exposed portion(s) formed along at least one of the sides, but in some embodiments also across a middle section of the tile. The exposed portion(s) may be formed on the polyvinyl chloride layer below the tile's top surface at a depth to closely resemble an actual grout line. The tile may further comprise an interconnecting mechanism that at least partially enables an efficient tile installation. The interconnecting mechanism may further contribute to tile's visual appeal by at least partially concealing a connector(s).
Owner:QUICKSTYLE IND INC

Thermal barrier coating material and method for production thereof, gas turbine member using the thermal barrier coating material, and gas turbine

A thermal barrier coating material, containing a metal binding layer laminated on a base material and a ceramic layer laminated on the metal binding layer, the ceramic layer comprising partially stabilized ZrO2 which is partially stabilized by additives of Dy2O3 and Yb2O3.
Owner:MITSUBISHI HEAVY IND LTD

Modular vinyl fence system

InactiveUS20060192190A1Easy to assembleEliminate needFencingWeb panelModularity
A new fencing system is provided in the present disclosure that is constructed from durable polymer components that are sufficiently rigid and durable while providing an integrated modular assembly that is easy to assembly and well suited to a do-it-yourself marketplace. In particular, the present invention provides an integrated system of interfitting vinyl components and a unique polycarbonate or ABS clip for interconnection thereof. The fence includes vertical posts with horizontal members extending therebetween. The horizontal members include grooves therein to support fence panels in the form of web panels. The horizontal members are connected to the vertical members utilizing a novel and uniquely configured connector element.
Owner:SIMPLICITY PRODS

Drain sealing device

A multiple layer drain seal device for rapidly sealing the apertures in a drain grate, the drain seal having a lower sealing layer and an upper protective cover layer, the lower sealing layer being separable from the upper protective cover layer except at discrete attachment points, wherein the lower sealing layer is softer, more flexible and has lower shear resistance than the upper protective cover layer, such that the lower sealing layer sags into the drain grate apertures but the upper protective cover layer does not.
Owner:SHAW MARK D +1

Contraceptive sheath with integrated bead construction

A female condom and an improved method for manufacturing a female condom is disclosed. The invention provides a device that is effective in both acting as a contraceptive and inhibiting the transmission of disease during coitus. The invention employs synthetic latex in an efficient and cost effect manufacturing method that results in an improved product.
Owner:VERU INC

Disposable carry-out food container

A disposable carry-out food container shaped like a picnic basket. The subject food container has a bottom wall having two side edges extending in a longitudinal direction between opposing ends, two end walls extending upwardly from the bottom wall at the opposing ends respectively, two side walls extending upwardly from the two side edges of the bottom wall to extend in the longitudinal direction between the opposing ends, two lid panels supported on the walls for pivotal movement about respective lateral axes oriented generally perpendicularly to the longitudinal direction between a closed position in which the lid panels enclose an open top end of the container and an open position in which the open top end is substantially unobstructed by the lid panels, and at least one handle coupled at opposing ends on the two side walls respectively such that said at least one handle extends generally in a direction of the lateral axes between the two side walls.
Owner:3641082 MANITOBA INC

Wind turbine component comprising radar-absorbing material

A method of making a wind turbine component of composite construction with enhanced radar absorbing properties is described. The method comprises making the component and then modifying the component by applying circuit analogue elements to a surface of the component.
Owner:VESTAS WIND SYST AS

Surface Magnet Type Motor, Fabrication Method Of Surface Magnet Type Motor, And Internal Combustion Engine With Surface Magnet Type Motor

A surface magnet type motor having a magnet at a surface of a rotor includes an anti-scattering tube formed in a cylindrical configuration longer in length than the magnet of the rotor in the axial direction, having the magnet press-fitted inside to prevent scattering of the magnet. A stress alleviation portion is provided to alleviate stress generated at an end of the magnet press-fitted into the anti-scattering tube.
Owner:TOYOTA JIDOSHA KK
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