Abstract:
1,027,798. Wheeled ramps. J. M. WYLLIE, and J. M. SHARP. July 31, 1964 [May 9, 1963], No. 18300/63. Heading B8H. [Also in Division B7] A wheeled ramp 10, up which tipper lorries are backed to load a distributor with fertilizer or the like, is adapted to support the distributor when the ramp is being towed by a tractor. An axle 19 for wheels 18 is supported by leaf springs 20, secured at one end 21 to the frame 13 and releasably connected at the other end to the frame by a pin 27, and is adapted to be raised and lowered by hydraulic rams 30, which, together with a ground-engaging ram 31, are coupled to the tractor hydraulic system. The twin tracks 14 of the ramp are provided with removable sections 16 beneath which a downwardly inclined support 17 is provided. In operation, when the apparatus is to be towed away, the sections 16 of the ramp are removed, the distributor is backed up the ramp until its wheels 11 enter the spaces left by the sections 16 and are supported on the supports 17. The rams 30 are then extended, the springs 20 are coupled to the frame and the tow bar 35 of the distributor is coupled to the tow bar 32 of the ramp and to the tractor.
Abstract:
The invention in one embodiment provides a data file suitable for transmission over a computer network that comprises a first segment having data which results in the delivery of a commercial advertising message when the data file is processed and a second segment comprising data which results in the performance of a musical composition when the data file is executed. Preferably the data file is in a wav file format, more preferably it is in a compressed file format, most preferably it is in an MP3 format. Alternatively the invention may be viewed as a method for distribution of advertising that comprises combining an audio data file that produces an advertising message when processed with a data file that produces a performance of a musical composition when processed. Preferably the method includes the step wherein the files are combined by use of a sound editor. More preferably the files are combined are combined by use of a hexadecimal editor. Alternatively the invention may be viewed as a method for distribution of music which comprises providing a server connected to a computer network, permitting message data files to be provided for a fee paid by the party providing the message, purchasing rights to multimedia data files from owners of such rights and making available to endusers data files comprising a message and a licensed multimedia file by a connection to the network server. Preferably the method provides a multimedia file that comprises a musical composition. An especially preferred embodiment provides a multimedia data file that is an MP3 file comprising a musical composition.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method for marking metallic alloys using laser alloying. Specifically, the present invention is directed toward the use of laser alloying steel or aluminum alloys with a mark that provides protection against wear and corrosion and greater permanency.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed toward a method for plasma assisted laser surface alloying. Specifically, the present invention is directed toward a method for surface alloying using a laser beam having a rectangular cross sectional area and a plasma arc, in order to produce an alloyed substrate on the surface of the material.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method for marking, tracking, and managing hospital instruments. Specifically, the present invention relates to a method for marking instruments with information indicative of the manufacturer, part number, and serial number of each instrument, inputting such information into a database, inputting information into the database regarding the desired maintenance schedule for each instrument, inputting information into the database regarding the usage of each instrument, and tracking the usage and/or maintenance of each instrument by using the information in the database. The method also includes asset management, instrumentation identification and counting, and assembly of surgical trays and kits.
Abstract:
A method and apparatus for vibrating a dental scaler insert at its resonant frequency which includes an energizing coil and an automatically tuned oscillating circuit is disclosed. The oscillating circuit is automatically tuned to vibrate a scaler insert at its resonant frequency in response to an impedance of the energizing coil. The energizing coil impedance is responsive to a scaler insert positioned within the energizing coil. Additionally, the dental scaler device can be operated with scaling inserts having different mechanical resonant frequencies associated therewith. Accordingly, dental scaler inserts resonant at about 25kHz or 30kHz may be inserted and operated by the dental scaler device of the present invention. The apparatus for vibrating a dental scaler may also include a feature permitting the operator to temporarily increase an amplitude of vibration of the scaler insert to enable the operator to dislodge stubborn calculus from a patient's teeth.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a method of facilitating decomposition of sound signals. The method includes receiving multiple sound signals from multiple communication devices communicatively coupled to multiple sound recording devices. Further, the method includes processing multiple sound signals using at least one sound processing algorithm. Further, the method includes generating multiple sound layers corresponding to multiple sound signals based on the processing. Further, the method includes generating a visualization based on generating multiple sound layers. Further, the method includes transmitting the visualization corresponding to multiple sound layers to a user device. Further, the method includes storing multiple sound layers in association with multiple sound layer identifiers. Further, the method includes receiving a request for a sound layer from the user device. Further, the method includes retrieving the sound layer based on the request including the sound layer identifier. Further, the method includes transmitting the sound layer to the user device.
Abstract:
Multimedia files, such as audio programming, are currently available to Internet users through a combination of their personal computer, an optional portable digital audio player, and an Internet connection. Many audio programs are now currently distributed over the Internet in a syndicated form known as a “podcast”, allowing users to access the latest version or “episode” of the program. The disclosed systems and methods provide a convenient, publicly-accessible system for allocating and using dedicated phone numbers to enable access to these programs. A person can simply place a telephone call and listen to such syndicated or otherwise distributed audio programming through the telephone network without the use of a computer or portable digital audio player.
Abstract:
Systems and methods are provided for delivering media content to users while other actions are pending, including pending telephone call connections.
Abstract:
A retaining block wall, retaining blocks, and a retaining block manufacturing method result in a structural wall with two mechanical interlocks and water management systems.