Abstract

Disclosed are harness assemblies for use in tethering a pet, such as a dog, to a leash. The harness assemblies distribute the forces associated with restraining the animal over the animal's entire body. The harness assemblies also provide a wide range of adjustability and are easy to position upon or take off the animal. Various buckle constructions are also disclosed for use in easily securing the harness onto an animal. The various components of the present invention, and the manner in which they interrelate, are described in greater detail hereinafter.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01K 27/00 - Leads or collars, e.g. for dogs
• A44B 11/00 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a transitional mode high speed rail system. The high speed rail infrastructure employed by the system is constructed adjacent a conventional host highway. The infrastructure can be provided adjacent to acceleration/deceleration lanes, or emergency parking/paved shoulder lanes. The vehicles used by the system are individual, self-powered, self-operating, individual mass passenger transport vehicles similar in size and appearance to municipal buses. These are transitional mode vehicles because they operate as railroad vehicles on the high speed rail infrastructure, but transition to automotive vehicle mode traveling on ordinary paved roads. They are mass passenger transport vehicles because many passengers can be accommodated.

IPC Classes  ?

• B61F 13/00 - Rail vehicles characterised by wheel arrangements, not otherwise provided for
• B61C 13/04 - Locomotives or motor railcars characterised by their application to special systems or purposes for elevated railways with rigid rails
• B61B 3/02 - Elevated railway systems with suspended vehicles with self-propelled vehicles
• B61B 5/02 - Elevated railway systems without suspended vehicles with two or more rails
• B61C 3/00 - Electric locomotives or railcars
• E01B 25/00 - Tracks for special kinds of railways

Abstract

Disclosed is a method and apparatus for charging electrically powered devices. In accordance with the invention, the device is powered by two storage devices. One storage device is capable of receiving a substantial charge very rapidly while the other storage device requires a longer time to receive a charge. The advantage is that the powered device can be used almost instantly and continually while at the same time rebuilding electrical charge.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02J 7/02 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries for charging batteries from AC mains by converters

Abstract

Disclosed is a transportation system with integrated infrastructure. In one embodiment, this infrastructure takes the form of a hollow elevated load bearing guideway structure designed to support the weight of traveling vehicles. The structure supports a backbone beam, or rail, that has multiple functions. These functions may include vehicle control, security, and energy delivery. The structure is bimodal meaning vehicles can have wheels like cars or steel rimmed wheels like a train or any combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• E01B 25/10 - Mono-railsAuxiliary balancing railsSupports or connections for rails

Abstract

Disclosed is an automated system for controlling and operating a vehicle. The system has three primary components: a vehicle, a saddle assembly, and a railway. The saddle is firmly attached to the bottom of the vehicle. The saddle assembly engages and rides along the rail. Sensors ensure that the rail is centered within the saddle. In the event the vehicle loses traction the backbone will maintain vehicle control and stability. The vehicle can change from one roadway to another while always being secured to a railway.

IPC Classes  ?

• B61B 13/06 - Saddle or like balanced type

Abstract

The present invention relates to a Pneumatic System that can be employed within the residential environment. The system includes both a section mode and a pressure mode. Both of these modes, in turn, have both a low and a high pressure range. A variety of applications are disclosed for use in conjunction with the various modes of the system. These various applications are described in greater detail hereinafter.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 5/00 - Devices for use where pipes, cables or protective tubing pass through walls or partitions