Abstract:
A circuit for utilizing the magnetizing current in the transformer of a converter to reset the transformer's core and to provide a zero-voltage-switching condition on the converter's primary switch and to regulate the output voltage is disclosed. The power converter includes a transformer having a primary winding and a secondary winding, the secondary winding being coupled to an output load and a primary switch connected in series between the primary winding and a voltage source. The closing of the primary switch causes energy to be stored in the transformer and the opening of the primary switch causes the energy to be released from the transformer. The utilization circuit includes a series combination of a storage capacitor and a first switch coupled in parallel with one of the transformer's windings to capture the energy released from the transformer. The captured energy is used to reset the transformer's core and to create a zero voltage switching condition across the primary switch. A second switch means is connected in series with the secondary winding of the transformer and is operated to prevent the loading effects of the secondary from interrupting the creation of the zero-voltage switching condition. A secondary side regulation circuit is included to both regulate the output voltage and to prevent the loading effects of the secondary circuit from interfering with zero-voltage switching in the primary circuit.
Abstract:
A rectifier circuit having a rectifier (D4) allowing current to flow in a forward direction to an output (V.sub.OUT). A saturable inductor (L3) in series with the rectifier (D4) blocks reverse recovery rectifier current and directs it to an inductor (L4), the energy stored in that inductor re-setting the saturable inductor (L3) to allow subsequent flow of current in the forward direction to the rectifier (D4). A capacitor (C2) absorbs surplus energy from the inductor (L4) and a rectifier (D5) guides that surplus energy to the output (V.sub.OUT). This rectifier circuit is particularly useful as part of a convertor where an electronic switch repeatedly switches current through an inductor (L1) and the energy from the inductor (L1) is delivered to the output (V.sub.OUT) via the rectifier circuit.
Abstract:
Apparatus for clamping and transferring to another location stacks of bags or other products of varying sizes. The apparatus preferably includes sets of clamping jaws for grasping the stacks of bags. The jaws are designed for movement in more than one direction in substantially the same plane so that mechanisms for delivering and receiving bags can be used even if the bags from one stack vary in size from that in the next stack. Each set of clamping jaws supports as well as clamps each stack of bags, a lower support jaw being extended to a sufficient length to provide such support. The device can also accommodate bags or other products of varying wall thicknesses.
Abstract:
An axial fan having a central fan structure from which a plurality of blades extend radially and a center body extending axially from said central fan structure. The center body occupies a volume in which turbulence would otherwise occur. At least one side branch resonator is disposed within the center body to attenuate resonance produced by said fan in a particular frequency band.
Abstract:
A family of non-crystallizing acrylated polyester resins are described in which the polyesters are formed by reacting a mixture of 100 mol percent dicarboxylic acids of which 50 to 100 mol percent is isophthalic acid; 0 to 25 mol percent is terephthalic acid; and 0 to 50 mol percent is one or more dicarboxylic acids other than isophthalic or terephthalic; with an excess of two or more primary glycols, the maximum mol percent of any one glycol being dependent on the amount of isophthalic acid with the upper limit being established by the line A-B of the FIGURE of the Drawing.
Abstract:
An improved magnetic pick-up device and marker for use in games includes a rectangular ferromagnetic member having a length substantially greater than width. The ferromagnetic member is fixedly received in a rectangular socket affixed to an elongated handle. The handle with the ferromagnetic member affixed thereto may then be used to retrieve a circular marker formed of translucent material and having ferromagnetic properties after the marker has been utilized as an indicator in a game.
Abstract:
A portable sign assembly comprising a rigid knockdown frame and a flexible display web. In a collapsed condition elements of the sign assembly afford a relatively small package size which is conveniently handled and economically shipped. The sign is quickly assembled and disassembled by simple manipulation of the frame elements. In accordance with an important aspect of the invention, the display web is provided with relatively high elastic elongation properties and the frame is arranged to slightly stretch the web to thereby completely tension it and ensure that it is drawn into a planar configuration.
Abstract:
A method and apparatus provided for applying an electrocoat on the interior and exterior of a metal container simultaneously. The interior and exterior of a metal container may be either uniformly or differentially coated. An electrically conductive probe including a nozzle is inserted into a metal container and an electrically conductive housing is enclosed around the container to seal the container therein and to form a continuous passageway from the probe-nozzle to the outer housing. As flowing electrocoating material floods the container in a transient bath, an electrical potential is simultaneously impressed between the container and the probe-nozzle to electrocoat the interior of the container, and between the container and the outer housing to electrocoat the exterior of the container.
Abstract:
We describe vortical thin layer film flow along a spiral channel designed to improve mass and heat transfer efficiency for a multitude of physicochemical reactions and processes. Spiral channels, commonly augmented by centrifugal rotation, support rapid reaction between one or more fluids in a given channel. Dean vortices generate screw-shaped patterns processing axially in the channel, repeatedly refreshing radial interfaces. Fluids self-align, self-assemble, stable, controllable, exhibit thin film geometry. Multiple discrete lamellae can flow with independent velocity separated by density and may be soluble or insoluble in one another. Membranes separating spirals allow other interactions. Energy can be provided and extracted from each flow. Flows can enter or exit independently along the channel length. The pressure within each channel is controlled even when operated at the liquid's vapor pressure. The device is scalable to include a multiplicity of flows in a multiplicity of centrifugally rotating chambers.
Abstract:
A method, apparatus, and system for controlling from a first location a laser at a second location are disclosed. Laser orientation data is determined at a first location. The laser orientation data is communicated to the second location. Video data is received from the second location that includes imagery of a laser beam emitted by a laser, and the imagery is presented on a display at the first location.