NOVELTY - A solar photovoltaic device comprises an inter-digitated nanostructure of charge transport material (14) and optical absorbing material (16), a first transparent electrode disposed on top surface of inter-digitated nanostructure, and a second electrode disposed on bottom surface of inter-digitated nanostructure. The charge transport material comprises an array of discrete, parallel and cylindrical pores filled with the optical absorbing material.    USE - For use as solar photovoltaic device.    ADVANTAGE - The solar photovoltaic device has improved solar cell efficiency. It efficiently extracts charge from semiconductor, while providing a sufficient path length for optical absorption. The device is fabricated from low-cost, non-toxic, abundant source materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) formation of semiconductor layer for a solar photovoltaic cell, by providing charge transport material having an array of discrete parallel pores, and filling the pores with an optical absorbing material to create an inter-digitated nanostructure of charge transport material and optical absorbing material; and    (2) manufacture of solar photovoltaic cell by anodizing a transition metal to form an oxide of transition metal having discrete, parallel and cylindrical pores, filling the pores with an optical absorbing material to form an inter-digitated nanostructure of transition metal oxide and optical absorbing material, and forming an electrode on top and bottom surfaces of the inter-digitated nanostructure, one of the electrodes being transparent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of a solar photovoltaic cell.    Substrate (11)    Conductive film (12)    Charge transport material (14)    Optical absorbing material (16)    Electrode (18)
NOVELTY - A counter electrode (20) is coated with an electron transfer layer which also acts as a reduction catalyst and contains conductive polymer, platinum (60) nanoparticles, carbon compound, or inorganic oxide particles coated with platinum.    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The counter electrode can be commercialized and produces highly efficient dye-sensitized solar cell. The dye-sensitized solar cell has improved conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of counter electrode by positioning two counter electrodes in an electrophoretic cell so that the two counter electrodes are spaced from each other at a predetermined interval; dispersing a conductive material, e.g. conductive polymer, platinum nanoparticles, carbon compound, or inorganic oxide particles, and a conductive polymer blend in an organic solvent; and dipping the counter electrodes in the resulting solution or dropping the solution, in which laminating particles are uniformly dispersed in a predetermined amount onto the counter electrodes, depositing the conductive material on the counter electrodes using electrophoresis and spin coating/thermal decomposition processes, and drying the resulting counter electrodes, completing a coating process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a dye-sensitized solar cell.    Photoelectrode (10)    Counter electrode (20)    Electrolyte (30)    Semiconductor nanoparticles (40)    Organic dye (50)    Platinum (60)
NOVELTY - A nanoparticle oxide electrode is formed by preparing nanoparticle oxide colloidal solution with good acidic or basic dispersion; respectively adding basic or acidic aqueous solution to the nanoparticle oxide colloidal solution having good acidic or basic dispersion to form basic nanoparticle oxide paste by acid-base reaction; coating the nanoparticle oxide paste on substrate; and drying the coated nanoparticle oxide paste.    USE - For forming a nanoparticle oxide electrode of a plastic-type dye sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process provides a low temperature coating nanoparticle oxide paste with high viscosity on the basis of the acid-base reaction even without the addition of polymer. The nanoparticle oxide electrode is formed even at a low temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The flowchart shows the method for forming a nanoparticle oxide electrode of a plastic-type dye-sensitized solar cell of the invention.
NOVELTY - The polycrystalline silicon (10) contains element(s) chosen from aluminum, calcium, strontium, copper and nickel as impurities other than dopant which determines the conductivity of semiconductor.    USE - As substrate for solar cell used in solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The polycrystalline silicon provides solar cell with large conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model sectional drawing of solar cell.    polycrystalline silicon (10)    anti-reflective film (20)    reverse-side electrode (31)    light-receiving surface electrode (32)    solder (33)
NOVELTY - A mixing mechanism (12) mixes the combustion gas and primary air for combustion, at time of start of fuel cell.    USE - For hydrogen supply apparatus of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the combustion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of combustion apparatus.    mixing mechanism (12)    mixed-gas sending mechanism (20)    flame plate (24)    exhaust nozzle (24a)    protrusion (35)
NOVELTY - An electroconductive fine particle supported with metal precursor is fixed to an electrode (E1). The electrode is dipped in an electrolyte liquid and set as a cathode. An electrode (E2) used as an anode is dipped in the electrolyte liquid. An electric current is flowed to electrodes (E1,E2). The electroconductive fine particle is collected from the electrode, and metal supported electroconductive fine particle is obtained.    USE - For manufacture of metal supported electroconductive fine particle used as catalyst for fuel cells, electrochemical apparatus (claimed) of sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The fine particle of high quality is manufactured by safe and economical method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electrode is fixed using a binder such as polymer and/or ceramics. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for catalyst for fuel cells and for electrochemical apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of manufacture of the metal supported electroconductive fine particle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The desulfurizing container (31) is filled with heating desulfurizing agent, and primary modification container (32) is filled with primary modification catalyst. The heat exchange is performed between desulfurizing container and primary modification container.    USE - Desulfurizer integrated primary modifier used in hydrogen production system (claimed) used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The heat utilization efficiency is improved, since the heat exchange is performed between desulfurizing container and primary modification container.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen production system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production system (1)    normal temperature adsorption desulfurizer (2)    desulfurizer integrated primary modifier (3)    desulfurizing container (31)    primary modification container (32)
NOVELTY - A sintering powder (m), containing indium oxide as main component, is provided in a cavity between pair of shaping dies (82,83) of sintering chamber (A). Electricity is supplied to the shaping dies to pressurize and heat the powder within the chamber.    USE - For manufacturing indium tin oxide (ITO) tablet used for manufacturing transparent electrode of liquid crystal display, and electroconductive film in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Density of sintered ITO sintered compact is raised, using simple installation. Time required for reaching suitable sintering temperature and sintering time are shortened. Productivity of ITO tablet is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the sintering mold. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    sintering mold (80)    mold (81)    dies (82,83)    sintering chamber (A)    sintering powder (m)
NOVELTY - An electrode is formed on a p-type conductive layer using an electroconductive paste, and solar cell (1) is manufactured. The electroconductive paste contains silver powder, an organic substance vehicle, glass frit, and boron powder, inorganic boron compound and/or organic boron compound.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell having increased boron concentration at surface of p-type conductive layer and electrode is obtained. The contact property of the electrode with respect to p-type conductive layer, and the fill factor of voltage electric current characteristics of solar cell are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of photovoltaic cell.    photovoltaic cell (1)    n-type electrode (4)    silicon nitride film (7)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell (1) surrounded by ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) (2) and light receiving surface glass (4) are laminated to form a solar cell module (10). The solar cell module is exposed in supercritical or sub-critical atmosphere and the base material in photovoltaic cell is removed by decomposing EVA.    USE - For removing solar cell base material from solar cell module used in solar energy power generation system for domestic and business buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Silicon base material of solar cell module is effectively removed from the solar cell module and is recycled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic cell (1)    EVA (2)    Back cover (3)    Light receiving surface glass (4)    Frame (6)    Solar cell module (10)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (20) has photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The components (6, 2) are formed using preset resin material. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. Main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has favorable electric power generation efficiency, and curvature is easily suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module (20) has a photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The component (6) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at sunray injection surface. The component (2) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at reverse side of sunray injecting surface. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. The main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic cell (1)    reverse-side cover component (2)    filler (3)    photovoltaic cell main portion (4)    surface cover component (6)    shock absorbing material (7)    green glass board (8)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - An electroconductive composition containing silver-oxide microparticles and reducing agent having function to reduce microparticles, is provided on a working electrode (14) and/or a counter electrode (18) interposed by an electrolyte layer (15), by screen stenciling. The composition is then baked and sintered to form current-collection wiring (20) on working and/or counter electrode, to obtain an optoelectric transducer.    USE - For manufacturing optoelectric transducer used for dye-sensitized solar cells of solar energy power generation systems used for electricity production, and for manufacturing liquid crystals elements, electroluminescent elements, and optical sensors.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides optoelectric transducers having excellent photoelectric transfer characteristics and low sheet resistance with respect to working or counter electrode. The method is simple and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reducing agent is a block-forming reducing agent, a latent reducing agent, or a protective colloid. The latent reducing agent is 3-8C glycol, and the protective colloid is a cellulose derivative.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    dye-sensitized solar cell (10)    working electrode (14)    electrolyte layer (15)    counter electrode (18)    current-collection wiring (20)
NOVELTY - A polyarylate has two or more types of specific repeating units.    USE - For film (claimed) used as transparent electroconductive substrate for image display apparatus (claimed), such as liquid crystal display, plasma display panel, electroluminescent display, fluorescent display tube and light emitting diode, and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The polyarylate has excellent heat-resisting property, solubility, optical characteristics and dynamic characteristics, and provides high quality display device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyarylate has two or more types of repeating units of formula (1).    R1=halogen atom;    R2=halogen atom, alkyl or aryl;    R3,R4=H, alkyl or halogen atom;    R5,R6=substituent;    l,m=0-3;    L=coupling group having optionally substituted H and structure chosen from formula (2).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) film containing the polyarylate; and    (2) image display apparatus having the film.
NOVELTY - A method for the production of an electrolytic catalyst support for electrochemical applications by depositing particles of electrolyte material (I) on a substrate of (I), involves heating the substrate and/or the particles.    USE - In electrochemical electrodes, e.g. electrodes for polymer-electrolyte fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the production of an electrolytic catalyst support which gives effective binding between the catalyst and the electrolyte, resulting in high electrode efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for    (1) electrolytic catalyst supports in which the electrolyte surface/interface (32) is formed by particles of electrolyte material bound to a substrate (10) of electrolyte material    (2) electrochemical electrodes containing a catalyst support as above    .    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Diagram of production method for an electrolytic catalyst support.    substrate of electrolyte material with a smooth surface, e.g. Nafion (RTM), and opposite side (10, 12, 16)    contact heater (14)    direction of motion of heater and substrate (18)    applicator nozzle (20)    powdered electrolyte material (22)    surface layer of particles (24)    sintered particles of electrolyte material. (26)
NOVELTY - Proton exchange film free of humidity process method, which comprises the following steps: first solving the hetero-aromatic ring polymer with sulfonic group into the evenlypolymer solution; then adding oxidation front drive and abio-acid gel; getting the dispersed mixture liquid through ultrasonic wave oscillator; then making the film of the mixture liquid; finally processing the second mixture on the film. The method adopts the polymer of high temperature and fixes the nanometer gel into the macromolecule network with strong water absorption film for second mixture.    USE - For fuel cell proton exchange membranes.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to an aging-resistant EVA film adhesive for solar cell package and method for preparation, wherein the preparation constituents include ethane-vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA), cross-linking and curing agent, ultraviolet light absorbent, anti-oxidant, and hindered amine light-stability agent. The preparation comprises the steps of mixing homogeneously, blending extrusion, flow casting the extrudate, cooling down, drawing, and winding.
NOVELTY - Oil is sprayed to a catalyst metal in an atmosphere controlled to a fixed temperature, and carbon nano tube is obtained.    USE - For manufacture of carbon nano tube used as field emitter, transistor, sensor, hydrogen storage, electroconductive plastics, fuel cell and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon nano tube of large amount is manufactured from inexpensive raw material using simple apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The oil is natural oil such as oil selected from turpentine oil, eucalyptus oil, rapeseed oil, palm oil, corn oil, mustard flower oil and sunflower oil. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) apparatus for manufacture of carbon nano tube; and    (2) carbon nano tube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of apparatus for synthesizing carbon nano tube. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric furnace (1)    bubbler (2)    spray nozzle (3)    flask (4)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has fuel cell which generates electric power by supplying reactive gas, gas channel connected to fuel cell, closed space formed at one portion of the gas channel, and abnormality-detection unit for detecting abnormality of the gas channel based on pressure and temperature of closed space.    USE - In vehicle (claimed) such as ship and aeroplane.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system enables accurate detection of abnormality such as fuel gas leakage. Damage on piping is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) vehicle; and    (b) abnormality detection of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel gas supply source (30)    control section (50)    inverter (52)    secondary battery (54)    accelerator sensor (55)    vehicle speed sensor (56)
NOVELTY - A fuel source for a fuel cell (34), comprises a housing made from a fuel-permeable material; and a fuel in the housing.    USE - The fuel source is for a fuel cell, i.e. methanol-powered fuel cell useful for fuel cell system (claimed), e.g. direct methanol fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for he following:    (1) a fuel cell system (20) comprising a fuel cell comprising an anode (36), a cathode (38), and an electrolyte (40); and a fuel source configured to interface with the fuel cell; and    (2) a method of operating a fuel cell, comprising contacting an anode of the fuel cell with a fuel from a housing made from a fuel permeable, non-fuel impermeable material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (20)    Fuel cell (34)    Anode (36)    Cathode (38)    Electrolyte (40)
NOVELTY - Inner plate (61) consisting of ladder electrode (13) is connected to insulator (60) directly. A flat or spiral shaped spring (63) maintains the positional relationship between the inner and outer plates (61,62), when inner and outer plates and insulator are spaced apart.    USE - Insulator used for plasma processing apparatus (claimed) used for semiconductor and silicon solar battery manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the insulation state. Degree of freedom for installation of insulator is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: plasma processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory structure of ladder electrode, perspective and sectional drawing of the ladder electrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    insulator (60)    inner plate (61)    outer plate (62)    spring (63)    ladder electrode (13)
NOVELTY - An electrochemical device (1) comprises electrolyte having a laminar structure comprising at least two lamina of electrolyte in the solid state between which a layer of electrolyte in the liquid state is interposed within a gap. The electrolyte in the liquid state is contained within a forced circulation circuit which also comprises the gap.    USE - For fuel cell (10) or electrolysis unit.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical device can be operated without requiring external humidification regardless of the operating conditions and in which the reaction region can be cooled uniformly by the liquid phase of the aqueous solution of electrolyte leading to the expectation of a more reliable and durable system. It also allows immediate integration within systems which have a lower constant current, is more reliable and can be operated in a particularly simple manner. It is safe in use, effective in operation and has a relatively low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrochemical device comprises a pair of mutually facing electrodes between which an electrolyte is interposed. The electrodes are porous and contacted respectively by a fuel (4) and by an oxidant (5) which arrive from respective supply circuits. The electrolyte having a laminar structure comprises at least two lamina of electrolyte in the solid state (6) between which a layer of electrolyte in the liquid state is interposed within a gap. The electrolyte in the liquid state is contained within a forced circulation circuit which also comprises the gap.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a section of an electrochemical device.    Electrochemical device (1)    Electrodes (2, 3)    Fuel (4)    Oxidant (5)    Solid state (6)    Cell (10)    Interface (11)    Bipolar plates (18)
NOVELTY - Process for purifying silicon containing boron using an electron beam comprises irradiation with an electron beam in a vacuum chamber and melting to form molten silicon; adding a substance (I) that forms a boron compound (II), which binds the boron in the molten silicon and forms (II) in the vacuum chamber; and ending irradiation with the electron beam when at least part of (II) has vaporized.    USE - The process and apparatus are used for purifying silicon containing boron (claimed). The purified silicon is useful in solar cells, semiconductors or other devices.    ADVANTAGE - The process is effective and gives good yields of highly pure silicon, as silicon oxide formation is suppressed. Melting with an electron beam gives better energy efficiency than other methods of heating, e.g. plasma heating, does not contaminate the impure silicon and does not require strong agitation, which can reduce the yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for carrying out such a process comprising a vacuum chamber, a crucible, placed in the vacuum chamber, for melting the silicon containing boron; an electron gun for irradiation and melting; and means of introducing (I) into the vacuum chamber.
NOVELTY - For the storage of hydrogen, the medium is at least one ion compound which can be hydrated is a liquid or a solid state as an organic salt and/or salt mixture which gives a physical bond with hydrogen.    USE - The hydrogen storage can be used to hold hydrogen as a fuel for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen is stored effectively and safely, and the storage medium can be charged easily by unskilled users e.g. motorists when refueling.
NOVELTY - The present invention provides p-(omiga-sulfo perfluoro alkyl) polystyrene ion exchange resin and its preparation process. The repeated structural unit of the p-(omiga-sulfo perfluoro alkyl) polystyrene ion exchange resin is shown, and the p-(omiga-sulfo perfluoro alkyl) polystyrene ion exchange resin is synthesized through the reaction between omiga-fluoro sulfonyl perfluoroacyl peroxide and polystyrene resin, hydrolysis and acidification. The ion exchange resin has ion exchange equivalent of 0.4-2.0 mmol/g, excellent heat stability, chemical inertia and conventional synthesis, may be used inorganic catalysis, environment protection, fuel cell and other fields.
NOVELTY - The transparent conductive film comprises low density metal oxide layer and high-density metal oxide layer laminated sequentially on a base material. The ratio of density (M2) of high-density metal oxide layer with respect to density (M1) of low-density metal oxide layer, is 1.1-1.400.    USE - As transparent electrode for flat display of liquid crystal display image display apparatus, organic electroluminescent devices, plasma display panel, field emission type display and solar cell, and as electromagnetic shielding material and infrared reflective film etc.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film has excellent crack resistance, and high adhesion with base, while maintaining high transparency and high conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal oxide layer contains metal oxide chosen from indium oxide, zinc oxide, tin oxide, titanium oxide, gallium oxide and aluminum oxide.
NOVELTY - A fuel reforming system has container (7) having double wall and opening at an end of the double wall, the double wall including an inner wall, an outer wall, and a sealed space defined by the inner and outer walls, the sealed space being evacuated; fuel supplier supplying fuel including an organic compound; reformer (5) reforming the fuel into reformed gas; fuel supply path; and heat absorber.    USE - Used in fuel cell system (claimed) for portable electric equipment, e.g. note-type personal computer, digital camera, and video camera.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is capable of controlling heat transmission from the reformer to the exterior.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reforming system comprises container having double wall and opening at the end of the double wall, the double wall including inner and outer walls and sealed space defined by the inner and outer walls, the sealed space being evacuated; fuel supplier supplying fuel including organic compound; reformer reforming the fuel into reformed gas including hydrogen, the reformer being enclosed in the container; fuel supply path linking the fuel supplier to the reformer; and heat absorber being in contact with the inner wall and disposed between the reformer and the opening.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a view of the inventive fuel cell system.    Reformer (5)    Container (7)    Fuel cell (39)    Anode (39A)    Cathode (39B)    Reforming part (43)
NOVELTY - The group of solid particles (23) are made to collide with catalyst layer (20) formed at the surface of diffused layer or electrolyte film (18) of fuel cell, and catalyst (25) is peeled from electrolyte film or diffused layer. The peeled catalyst is then recovered. Thus, recovery of catalyst is carried out from the catalyst layer.    USE - For recovering catalyst from catalyst layer formed at surface of diffused layer or electrolyte film of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Catalyst is efficiently recovered from the catalyst layer formed at surface of diffused layer or electrolyte film of fuel cell. Noble metals are further recovered from the separated catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The solid particles are dry ice particles, ice particles or carbon particles. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for catalyst recovery equipment (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of catalyst recovery equipment.    catalyst recovery equipment (10)    fixing tool (12)    base (14)    clamp (15,16)    membrane electrode assembly (17)    electrolyte film (18)    catalyst layer (20)    particles (23)    catalyst (25)
NOVELTY - The cooled surface(s) (51a,51b) of substrate (51) is contacted with melt solution (54) of sheet material, and sheet-material crystal is grown to obtain crystal sheet (55). The sheet material contains metal and/or semiconductor material. The substrate has base material (52) consisting of sheet material, and film (53) covering portion(s) of base-material surface. The film consists of material different from sheet material.    USE - For manufacturing crystal sheet, such as silicon sheet, for polycrystalline-silicon photovoltaic cells (claimed) and direct solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method prevents fall of crystal sheet formed on the substrate and enables reliable recovery of crystal sheet. The method enables economical mass-production of thin crystal sheets having excellent flatness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The main surface(s) (51a, 51b) of a substrate (51) is cooled and contacted with the melt solution (54) of a sheet material. The crystal of the sheet material is then grown on the substrate, to obtain a crystal sheet (55). The sheet material contains a metal material and/or a semiconductor material. The substrate has a base material (52) consisting of the sheet material, and a film (53) covering portion(s) of the surface of the base material. The film consists of a material different from the sheet material. The sheet material is silicon, and the film is silicon-oxide film. The silicon-oxide film is removed using hydrogen-fluoride solution during manufacture.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polycrystalline-silicon photovoltaic cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing explaining the manufacturing method of crystal sheet.    substrate (51)    main surfaces (51a, 51b)    base material (52)    film (53)    melt solution (54)    crystal sheet (55)
NOVELTY - Secondary surface in the reverse side (22) of primary surface of a semiconductor substrate (2), and the primary surface are etched using an acid solution. A protective film is then formed on the primary surface, after etching. The secondary surface of the substrate is etched using an alkaline solution, after protective film formation, and a solar cell is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell used as energy source.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell having favorable short-circuit current value, fill factor value and maximum power value is efficiently manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the manufacture of solar cell.    damage layer (1)    silicon substrate (2)    mask material (3)    dopant liquid (4)    silicon nitride film (6)    reverse side (22)
NOVELTY - A solid-dye sensitizing type optoelectric transducer comprises at least one pigment (I)-(IV) having an acidic group and triphenyl amine compound as a hole-migration agent, adsorbed on a porous n-type oxide semiconductor.    USE - For inorganic-type solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The solid-dye sensitizing type optoelectric transducer has favorable photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solid-dye sensitizing type optoelectric transducer comprises at least one pigment of formula (I)-(IV) having an acidic group and triphenyl amine compound as a hole-migration agent, adsorbed on a porous n-type oxide semiconductor.    R1, R7, R14, R22 = alkyl, aralkyl, alkenyl, aryl or heterocyclic residue;    R2, R3, R8, R9, R15, R16, R23, R24 = alkyl and forms closed ring;    R4, R10, R11, R17, R18, R19 = substituent having acidic group, at least one of R10 and R11, and at least one of R17, R18 and R19 is substituent having acidic group and others are alkyl, alkoxy, aryl or aralkyl;    R5, R6, R12, R13, R20, R21, R26, R27 = H, alkyl, alkoxy, aryl, aralkyl or cyano;    R25 = cyano, aryloxy carbonyl, alkyloxy carbonyl or N substituted carbomyl; and    m, n, p, q = 0-2.
NOVELTY - A gas-charging container (1) is connected to a gas pipe path. A three-way valve (2) which is each arranged at upstream side and downstream side of a gas pipe path controls the flow of hydrogen-rich reformed gas from a steam separator (8) to the gas-charging container. The reformed gas is mixed with town gas after controlling flow rate and the mixed gas is supplied to desulfurizer (3) through a gas compression machine (9).    USE - Fuel cell power generating device e.g. for polymer electrolyte fuel cell and phosphoric acid type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Performs fuel reformation stably, and excludes the water and moisture content from the reformed gas flowing in the gas pipe path.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell power generating device.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas-charging container (1)    three-way valve (2)    desulfurizer (3)    steam separator (8)    gas compression machine (9)
NOVELTY - An electric furnace (3) heats the reaction chamber (1). An induction coil (4) generates a plasma in the reaction chamber. A bias application unit (6) applies a bias voltage to a substrate holder (5) provided at interior of the chamber, for controlling the kinetic energy of ion contained in the plasma.    USE - For manufacturing carbon nanotube used for hydrogen storage, super capacitor, emitter source of field emission display.    ADVANTAGE - Enables manufacturing the carbon nanotube with sufficient productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for carbon nanotube manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the carbon nanotube manufacturing apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    reaction chamber (1)    electric furnace (3)    induction coil (4)    substrate holder (5)    bias application unit (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a number of lamination ovens (1) arranged in series. The oven has top chamber (12) with diaphragm (10), inlet and exhaust ports (30,31) and lower chamber (15) equipped with heating board (13) and open/closable intake/exhaust opening (14). A to-be-laminated unit (4) is pre-heated by heating unit (6) on conveyor (7), and predetermined processing is performed within oven, and a laminated unit is taken out.    USE - For laminating panel of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - A compact lamination apparatus with less energy loss is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the lamination apparatus.    lamination oven (1)    to-be-laminated unit (4)    heating unit (6)    conveyor (7)    diaphragm (10)    supply and removal opening (11)    top chamber (12)    heating board (13)    lower chamber (15)    vacuum-degaussing unit (18)    curing oven (29)    inlet port (30)    exhaust port (31)
NOVELTY - The photocatalyst decomposition device (13) has a light permeable container (41) having interior space, and a photocatalyst provided inside the container.    USE - For electric power generating apparatus and electronic device (both claimed), such as notebook type personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The photocatalyst decomposition device suppresses emission of harmful substances, and provides compact portable apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The photocatalyst is transition metal oxide or transition metal oxy nitride.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electric power generating apparatus; and    (2) electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the upper case.    upper case (8)    photocatalyst decomposition device (13)    fluorescent tube (32)    container (41)    inflow pipe (45)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage material contains a composite of silicon and carbon. The composite contains metal catalyst-carrying silicon particles coated with carbon formed by thermal decomposition of an organic silane compound.    USE - For fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage material has excellent hydrogen storage capacity, lightweight and industrial utility, and is manufactured inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic silane compound is tetramethyl silane. The metal catalyst is nickel, iron and/or cobalt. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen storage material.
NOVELTY - A glass base material (1) and nickel layer (3) are heated after performing pattern formation of nickel layer on the surface of the base material. The nickel layer is peeled from the surface of the base material accordingly.    USE - For etching glass base material such as borosilicate glass, soda glass, heat resisting glass and quartz glass materials used for transparent electroconductive substrate manufacture (claimed) used in optoelectric transducer (claimed) such as solar cell e.g. dye sensitized solar cell (DSC), photovoltaic cell and dye agreement solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Allows to accurately etch the glass base material without using high risk chemical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) transparent electroconductive substrate manufacturing method; and    (2) optoelectric transducer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the glass base material.    glass base material (1)    nickel layer (3)    seed layer (7)    peeling piece (10)    concave portion (11)
NOVELTY - An optoelectric-transducer material contains phosphine oxide compound (1).    USE - For optoelectric-transducer (claimed) used for solar cell, copier, and photosensor.    ADVANTAGE - The optoelectric-transducer material has high carrier mobility and provides optoelectric-transducer having high photoelectric conversion efficiency    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optoelectric-transducer material contains phosphine oxide compound expressed with general formula (1).    R1,R2=condensed ring respectively formed between hydrogen, alkyl group, cycloalkyl group, heterocyclic group, alkenyl group, cycloalkenyl group, alkynyl group, alkoxy group, alkylthio group, arylether group, arylthio ether group, aryl group, heteroaryl group, cyano group, carbonyl group, ester group, carbamoyl group, amino group, silyl group, and an adjacent substituent;and    Ar1=aryl group or heteroaryl group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an optoelectric-transducer, which has an organic layer containing the optoelectric-transducer material arranged between a pair of transparent electrodes. The optoelectric-transducer converts light energy into electrical energy.
NOVELTY - The electronic control unit (10) with an estimator (15) having the gas rates at the exit of the auto-thermal reforming (3) from the input data comprises the rate of: air supply flow; water vapor supply flow; fuel supply flow; and the inlet temperature of gases of the reformer. The exit temperature and the pressure of gases of the adiabatic reformer are estimated by the estimator.    USE - Used to control air, fuel and water vapor injected into the reformer and to supply energy for stationary applications in aeronautical and automobile domains. Used to control vehicle stability/ break stability.    ADVANTAGE - The device is eco-friendly and controls CO and CO2 emission of the reformer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The concentrations and the temperature of the gases at the exit of the reformer are measured by concentration sensor and temperature gauge. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method using the above device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline of the air, fuel and water vapor control device:    Automobile vehicle; (1)    Fuel cell; (2)    Auto-thermal reformer; (3)    Catalytic burner; (5)    Duct; (6)    Electronic control unit; (10)    Estimator. (15)
NOVELTY - Polycrystalline silicon for use in solar energy production is produced by passing silane gas over a heated silicon seed rod in a sealed reactor at high temperature. The gas is thermally decomposed or reduced with hydrogen to produce a material with p- or n-conductivity, a specific resistance of 3 -500 ohm-cm and a life of 2 - 500 microseconds.    USE - Production of silicon chips for use in solar energy production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (A) silicon chips produced by crystallization of the polycrystalline material without adding a dopant;    (B) a method for making the polycrystalline material, as described; and    (C) a method for making the polycrystalline material using a seed rod made from the polycrystalline material with an internal heat source and a second heat source made from a metal or alloy with a recrystallization temperature of 1100degreesC or more or from graphite.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (100) has hydrogen producing unit (1) to produce hydrogen-containing gas, fuel cell (5) to generate electric power, water recovery unit (12) to recover water generated during electric power generation, water purifier (18) to remove ionic impurity in water, water purifier (17) to remove nonionic sulfur compound in water and water supply path (40) to supply water from recovery unit to hydrogen producing unit.    USE - As electrical energy supply source for moving components.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has high operating efficiency by recycling water after removing impurities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel cell system (100) has a hydrogen producing unit (1) to produce hydrogen-containing gas from source gas and water vapor, a fuel cell (5) to generate electric power using hydrogen-containing gas and oxidizing agent gas, a water recovery unit (12) to recover water generated during electric power generation, a water purifier (18) containing ion exchanger to remove ionic impurity in recovered water, a water purifier (17) to remove non-ionic sulfur compound in recovered water by chemical adsorption, and a water supply path (40) to supply water removed from recovery unit to hydrogen producing unit through purifiers (17,18).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operating method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hydrogen producing unit (1)    Fuel cell (5)    Water recovery unit (12)    Water purifiers (17,18)    Water supply path (40)    Fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - A judgment unit judges fuel gas leak according to pressure change state of fuel gas in a gas leak detection portion. A control unit increases the consumption of the fuel gas in the detection portion, by increasing the consumption of power from fuel cell (20) by an auxiliary equipment.    USE - For hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The consumption of fuel gas can be promoted by increasing the power consumption of auxiliary equipment, thereby enabling rapid gas leak judgment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for abnormality judgment method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell system (10)    fuel cell (20)    pump (63)    heat exchanger (70)    cooling channel (71)
NOVELTY - The transparent electroconductive film (1) has a laminated structure having a transparent oxide thin film (10,12) coated on surfaces of a metal thin film (11). The transparent oxide thin film is amorphous oxide thin film containing gallium, indium and oxygen, or amorphous oxide thin film containing gallium and oxygen. The transparent oxide thin film contains 35-100 atomic% of gallium with respect to total metal atoms.    USE - For transparent electrodes used in solar cell and light emitting device (claimed) e.g. blue or near-ultraviolet LED, laser, organic or inorganic electroluminescent (EL) display and next-generation LCD, and for transparent electroconductive base material (claimed) of electronic paper.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent electroconductive film has low surface resistance and high transmittance in visible region. The solar cell has high conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) transparent electroconductive base material;    (2) manufacture of transparent electroconductive film; and    (3) light emitting device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of structure of transparent electroconductive base material.    transparent electroconductive film (1)    transparent oxide thin film (10,12)    metal thin film (11)    transparent substrate (30)
NOVELTY - A corrosion-inhibiting heat-transfer fluid contains corrosion inhibitor comprising azole compound, and siloxane-based surfactant and/or colloidal silica. The heat-transfer fluid has conductivity of less than or equal to 200 muS/cm.    USE - For use in heat transfer system that is connected with alternative power source.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive heat-transfer fluid has low conductivity, high heat capacity, low viscosity, high thermal conductivity, good surface wetting characteristics, and good corrosion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a heat-transfer system comprising a circulation loop defining a flow path for the above corrosion-inhibiting liquid heat-transfer fluid;    (2) an assembly powered by an alternative power source, comprising an alternative power source, and a heat-transfer system connected with the alternative power source;    (3) preparation of corrosion-inhibiting heat-transfer fluid by adding a corrosion inhibitor comprising azole compound and siloxane-based surfactant and/or colloidal silica to a heat-transfer fluid having a conductivity of less than 200 muS/cm; and    (4) a corrosion inhibitor for use in heat-transfer fluids, comprising azole compound, and siloxane-based surfactant and/or silica.
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic device includes a silicon oxide insulation film serving as a light-transmitting protective film provided on at least regions where a collector electrode is not formed on a transparent conductive oxide film. The silicon oxide insulation film is approximately 1-10 times thicker than an arithmetic mean deviation of a surface of the underlying transparent conductive oxide film.    USE - For solar cell used in solar power generation systems.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic device has excellent environmental durability and reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photovoltaic device comprises a transparent conductive oxide film on a light incident side of the photovoltaic device and a collector electrode on the transparent conductive oxide film. A silicon oxide insulation film (10) serving as a light-transmitting protective film is provided on at least regions where the collector electrode is not formed on the transparent conductive oxide film. The silicon oxide insulation film is approximately 1-10 times thicker than an arithmetic mean deviation (Ra) of a surface of the underlying transparent conductive oxide film. The silicon oxide insulation layer comprises a film having a silicon-2p peak with a full width at half maximum of less than or equal to 2.45 evaluated by an X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic cross-sectional view showing the structure of the photoelectric conversion device.    Amorphous silicon hydride film (4, 7, 8)    Collector electrode (6)    Rear surface electrode (9)    Silicon oxide insulation film (10)    Finger portions (6F)
NOVELTY - Formation of an electrically conductive adhesive bond between a first bonding surface area on a first metallic member and a second bonding surface area on a second metallic member, by using an adhesive filled with conductive metal particles that are momentarily melted during the bonding process to wet the facing surfaces and, upon re-solidification, form conductive paths between them.    USE - The inventive method is used for the formation of an electrically conductive adhesive bond between two bonding surfaces area on metallic members in the form of sheets (34, 36, 38, 40), strips or plates (claimed), for bipolar current collector plates (12, 14, 16) used in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method can form a product, e.g. bipolar plate for fuel cell, with good electrical conductivity between adhesively bonded layers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Formation of an electrically conductive adhesive bond between a first bonding surface area on a first metallic member and a second bonding surface area on a second metallic member, comprises applying a coating of an adhesive to at least one of the first and second bonding surface areas. The adhesive comprises electrically conductive particles. The two bonding surface areas are pressed together to press the adhesive coating against both surface areas. An electrical potential is applied between the two bonding areas and the adhesive coating for a time sufficient to fuse the electrically conductive particles. The electrical potential is removed to re-solidify the fused electrically conductive material into electrical flow paths through the adhesive from the first bonding surface area to the second bonding surface area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an isometric exploded illustration of a fuel cell stack.    Bipolar current collector plates (12, 14, 16)    Sheets (34, 36, 38, 40)    Supply plumbing (42)    Storage tank (46)    Hydrogen tank (48)
NOVELTY - A surface-grafted material comprises an inorganic material, a linking group, and a charge transport moiety capable of transporting holes or electrons and which is grafted to the surface of the inorganic material via a linking group.    USE - As filler in charge transport layer or undercoat layer of imaging members such as photosensitive members or photoconductors useful in electrostatographic apparatus e.g. printers, copiers, digital, image-on-image apparatus, solar cells, sensors.    ADVANTAGE - The grafted inorganic materials provides imaging member with increased wear resistance (including increased abrasion and scratch resistance), good dispersion quality and improved electrical performance (including environmental cycling stability).
NOVELTY - A thin film is selectively grown on predetermined area of glass plate (1) by chemical vapor deposition using a source gas. The component of source gas is adjusted such that growth of thin film is carried out from the growth origin (3) formed at predetermined area of glass plate.    USE - For forming electrically conductive film used for flat panel display, plasma display panel, photoelectric conversion apparatus such as solar cell, touch panel, glass-mounted antenna, glass heater, electromagnetic wave permeable film, electromagnetic wave shielding film, etc.    ADVANTAGE - A transparent electrically conductive film is selectively grown on a glass plate. Mass production is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for glass plate provided with the thin film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the relationship between ratio of hydrogen chloride with respect to tetra chloride, while tin oxide is deposited on glass plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    glass plate (1)    tin oxide (2)    growth origin (3)
NOVELTY - An oil containing metal is sprayed on a substrate in atmosphere of fixed temperature, and carbon nanotube perpendicularly oriented with respect to substrate is synthesized.    USE - For synthesizing perpendicularly oriented carbon nanotube used for field emitter, transistor, sensor, hydrogen storage material, fuel cell, solar cell and electroconductive plastic.    ADVANTAGE - The perpendicularly oriented carbon nanotube is simply and economically synthesized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for carbon nanotube synthesis apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of apparatus for synthesizing carbon nanotube. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A raw material fluid is desulfurized using a material (M) containing an organic polymer (9,11,13) containing multiple functional groups (8,10a,10b,12) and an inorganic porous material (15) containing monovalent and divalent anion (14a,14b,17a,17b). The functional group of organic polymer and anion of inorganic porous material, are bonded ionically.    USE - For desulfurizing raw material fluid used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfur compound is economically removed from the raw material fluid containing sulfur compound by desulfurization method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the desulfurizing material.    functional groups (8,10a,10b,12)    organic polymers (9,11,13)    divalent anions (14a,14b,17a,17b)    inorganic porous material (15)    A-type zeolite (18)
NOVELTY - The solar cell system comprises a lens type solar cell (1) produced by concave mirror crystallization or lens crystallization. The system includes a small-area solar cell (2) which receives light reflected from lens-type solar cell, and generates electric power at focus position of lens type solar cell.    USE - Condensing type solar cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Since small-area solar cell is provided to receive reflection form lens type solar cell, utilization of photons is raised, and higher conversion efficiency is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for lens type solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic layout of the condensing type solar cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    lens type solar cell (1)    small-area solar cell (2)
NOVELTY - A water level sensor detects the quantity of water in a water tank storing the water ejected from a radiator which cools the exhaust gas from a fuel cell. The sensors detect the temperature of the fuel cell, cathode-side gas exit and radiator exit. A control unit drives the fan provided for cooling the radiator, based on the detected water quantity and temperatures or does not drive the cooling fan in respective modes.    USE - Fuel cell system e.g. direct methanol fuel cell system, hydrogen type fuel cell system, modifier mounting-type fuel cell system and small-sized installation type fuel cell system in transportation apparatus (claimed) e.g. two-wheeled motor vehicle, ship and non-portable apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The suitable amount of water is ensured in the water tank with favorable energy efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) transportation apparatus; and    (b) fuel cell system control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart explaining the operation of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A virtual modifier model (23) carries out simulation of modifier based on calculated temperature and flow rate, to generate composition of reformed gas. The gas is mixed based on generated composition, to generate desired simulation reformed gas.    USE - In fuel cell test device (claimed) for performing durability test, performance test of fuel battery cell, fuel cell stack of fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Whole fuel cell system can be examined effectively without actually heating the modifier.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell test device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell test device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    simulation reformed-gas generation unit (19)    fuel battery cell (20)    electronic load unit (21)    calculation control unit (22)    virtual modifier model (23)    virtual modifier (50)
NOVELTY - The titanium oxide electrode is processed in titanium tetrachloride aqueous solution. The processing time is adjusted such that the peak intensity of the titanium oxide of titanium oxide electrode in 100-800 cm-1 when measured from Raman scattered spectrum becomes maximum.    USE - For manufacturing titanium oxide electrode used for optoelectric transducer (claimed) which is used in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient production of titanium oxide electrode. The titanium oxide electrode provides optoelectric transducer with favorable current-voltage characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for optoelectric transducer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the optoelectric transducer.    Transparent electroconductive substrate (1)    Counter electrode substrate (2)    Titanium oxide layer (3)    Ionic conductive film (4)    Sealing component (5)
NOVELTY - A non-monocrystal silicon thin film (102) is formed on substrate (101) by vapor growth using silicon-hydride group gas as raw material, and is surface-treated. A transparent electrically conductive film (103) is formed on the thin film by sputtering, without exposing the thin film to atmosphere. The hydrogen density of surface layer (102b) whose film thickness from the surface of thin film is at least 5 Angstrom , is reduced.    USE - For manufacturing transparent electrically conductive films, such as tin-doped indium oxide film, tin oxide film, zinc oxide film, zinc-doped indium oxide film, gold thin film, and platinum thin film, for solar cells and liquid crystal displays.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method stably provides high-quality transparent electrically conductive films. The density of hydrogen accumulated by surface treatment of the thin film is decreased. The obtained conductive film has favorable sheet resistance, which provides solar cells exhibiting high conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the drawing explaining the manufacturing method of transparent electrically conductive film. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (101)    non-monocrystal silicon thin film (102)    layer with low hydrogen density (102a)    surface layer (102b)    transparent electrically conductive film (103)
NOVELTY - A gel-form electrolyte contains a normal temperature fused salt containing a specific cyclic perchloro alkylene disulfonimide salt, in an acrylester group polymer matrix.    USE - For electrochemical devices, such as lithium secondary battery used for mobile telephones and personal computer, electrochromic display element, wet-type photocell and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The gel-form electrolyte has improved corrosivity with respect to metal material, ionic conductivity and excellent heat stability, and is easily manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gel-form electrolyte contains a normal temperature fused salt containing a cyclic perchloro alkylene disulfonimide salt of formula (1), in an acrylester group polymer matrix.    n=2-8; and    X+=quaternary onium cation.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of gel-form electrolyte, which involves performing heating and copolymerization of bifunctional acrylester compound(s) of formula (2) and (meth)acrylic acid ester compound(s) in the presence of normal temperature fused salt and polymerization initiator.    R1, R2=H or 1-6C alkyl;    AO=2-20C oxyalkylene group; and    n=1-200.
NOVELTY - A polymerizable imidazole salt (1) is new.    USE - For polymer material used for electrochemical device (both claimed) such as lithium secondary battery, lithium primary battery, lithium ion secondary cell, fuel cell, electrical double layer capacitor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer material obtained using the polymerizable imidazole salt has favorable ionic conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polymerizable imidazole salt of formula (1) is new.    X-=counter anion of quaternary ammonium salt;and    R=hydrogen or methyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) polymer material formed by polymerizing above polymerizable imidazole salt;    (2) manufacture of polymerizable imidazole salt; and    (3) electrochemical device which contains the polymer material.
NOVELTY - An optoelectric transducer has a photoelectric converting layer containing a block copolymer, and electron-accepting compound forming hydrogen bond and molecular structure having hydrogen bond formation ability of block copolymer. The copolymer has a block containing molecular structure having electro donativity, and a block comprising molecular structure having hydrogen bond formation ability.    USE - For solar power generation apparatus and solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The optoelectric transducer has improved light utilization efficiency in photoelectric converting layer. The transducer is eco-friendly and manufactured easily.
NOVELTY - A mixture of metal which as catalytic ability, a solid metal hydrogen complex, and a substance for heat generation (25) which promotes hydrogen generation by reaction with water, is contacted with water. The metal hydrogen complex reacts with water and hydrogen is generated.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is generated with sufficient responsiveness. Fuel cell operation is improved rapidly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen generator; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (2)    containers (21)    cover material (22)    water supply pipe (23)    mixtures (24)    heat generation substance (25)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly (1) is obtained by integrally arranging catalyst layers (5a, 5b) and extraction electrodes (6a, 6b), in order on an electrolyte film (2).    USE - Used for a fuel cell used for an electronic device (both claimed), motor vehicle and power supply to houses.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode assembly has favorable electroconductivity between the catalyst layer and extraction electrode. The extraction electrode is produced with a high yield, without pressurizing from outside. The assembly provides a compact fuel cell having a high power output.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a fuel cell;    (2) an electronic device; and    (3) the production of the above membrane electrode assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the membrane-electrode assembly.    membrane-electrode assembly (1)    electrolyte film (2)    fuel electrode (3)    air electrode (4)    catalyst layers (5a,5b)    extraction electrodes (6a,6b)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly comprises electrocatalyst layer(s) (3) with a first surface facing a first surface of an ion-conducting membrane (1); electronically-conducting porous gas diffusion substrate(s) (2) with a first surface facing a second surface of electrocatalyst layer; and film member(s) (4) interposed between first surfaces of membrane and electrocatalyst layer(s), such that film member(s) contacts an edge region of electrocatalyst layer(s).    USE - Used as a membrane electrode assembly used in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The positioning of the film member(s) between membrane and electrocatalyst layer, such that edge region of the electrocatalyst layer is in contact with the film member, provides a membrane electrode assembly with increased durability compared to a membrane electrode assembly in which the edge region of electrocatalyst layer is not in contact with the film member. The membrane electrode assembly has durability of 2000 hours.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The film layer is not in contact with a central area of the first surface of the electrocatalyst layer(s). The membrane electrode assembly also comprises adhesive layer(s) (6) that are present on the film member(s).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM are also included for the following:    (1) a gas diffusion electrode;    (2) a catalyzed membrane;    (3) production of the membrane electrode assembly;    (4) production of the gas diffusion electrode; and    (5) production of the catalyzed membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram showing the production of a membrane electrode assembly.    ion-conducting membrane (1)    electronically-conducting porous gas diffusion substrate (2)    first electrocatalyst layer (3)    film member (4)    adhesive layer (6)
NOVELTY - Performing an electrochemical reaction in an electrochemical cell comprising electrodes separated by a membrane capable of taking up electrolyte includes introducing fuel or other oxidizable component and electrolyte into the cell, and oxidizing the fuel in the presence of an acid or alkali.    USE - For performing electrochemical reaction in an electrochemical cell.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method provides sufficient indication that a top-up will soon be necessary.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electrochemical cell comprising electrodes separated by an ion-exchange membrane, a liquid containing a reactant that is capable of undergoing or imparting a change in visual appearance upon oxidation or reduction, and a window through which the visual appearance of liquid can be observed.
NOVELTY - A carbon supported catalyst comprising a carbonaceous substrate and a dispersed metal. The carbonaceous substrate has an electron microscopy surface area to nitrogen surface area ratio of greater than or equal to 0.5 and a nitrogen surface area of greater than or equal to 100 m2/g.    USE - Used as a fuel cell catalyst for use in a catalytic fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A fuel cell catalyst is provided that can support high metal loadings while also providing high electrochemically active surface area values and concurrently avoiding water retention problems, which can result in flooding.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph comparing the percent coverage of a carbon surface for Conductex 975, Raven 3600 Ultra, and Ketjen EC-500, when covered with spherical 2-nm platinum particles at various Pt loadings.
NOVELTY - An electrically and ionically conductive porous material, comprising thermoplastic binder, anion exchange group(s) and/or cation exchange group(s) and/or protein capture resin and/or an electrically conductive material, where the thermoplastic binder immobilizes the groups with respect to each other but does not coat the groups and forms the electrically conductive porous material, is new.    USE - The porous material is useful for devices such as electrodeionization, separative bioreactors, in the production of organic acids or amino acids or alcohols or esters or for regenerating cofactors in enzymes or microbial cells as well as useful in enzyme and/or whole cell based biofuel cells for electricity generation during the operation of the biofuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The porous material will increase the separation and capture efficiency for enzymatic bioreactors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a thin wafer of electrically and ionically conductive porous material, comprising a mixture of a thermoplastic binder, anion exchange groups and/or cation exchange groups and/or protein capture resin and/or electrically conductive material into a mold; and    (2) forming an electrically and ionically conductive flexible and porous material, comprising providing a mixture of a thermoplastic binder, anion exchange groups and/or cation exchange groups, and/or protein capture resin and/or electrically conductive material; and subjecting the mixture to 60-170degreesC at 0-500 psig for 1-240 minutes to form the electrically conductive flexible and porous material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a graph showing the comparison of resin conductivities in different type I wafers as well as the enhancements of ion movement by type I wafers in very dilute sodium chloride solutions.
NOVELTY - A fuel supplying system for a fuel cell, comprises a container (1) having a liquid fuel and a carrier for fixing the liquid fuel. The carrier contains solid particles having an average particle diameter of 0.1 microns - 5 mm.    USE - For a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel supplying system can provide a compact and highly reliable fuel cell, especially when used in vehicles, and in mobile information instruments, where light weight is important.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY - Preferred Component: The liquid fuel (2) is released by introducing a second liquid into the container to contact with the carrier which fixes the liquid fuel, provided that the second liquid has a larger chemical affinity to the carrier than the liquid fuel. The carrier is contained in a membrane through which the liquid fuel and the second liquid penetrate. Preferred Property: The carrier is a material having a weight-average molecular weight of not less than 100.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic drawing of a fuel cell to which the inventive fuel supplying system is applied.    Container (1)    Liquid fuel (2)    Pressure controlling hole (6)    Unit cell (8)    Fuel cell stack (9)
NOVELTY - Wafer device incorporates a thin wafer of electrically and ionically conductive porous material made by introducing a mixture of a thermoplastic binder and at least one anion exchange moieties or cation exchange moieties, or their mixtures, and/or a protein capture resin and/or an electrically conductive material into a mold.    USE - Used for electrodeionization, for separative bioreactors or for the production of organic acids, amino acids, alcohols or esters. It is used in an enzyme and/or whole cell-based biofuel cell for electricity generation during operation of the biofuel cell. It is useful for direct electrochemical cofactor regeneration, in enzymes or in a microbial bioreactor. (all claimed)    ADVANTAGE - New wafers could be made with improved characteristics more quickly and efficiently. Increased separation and capture efficiency is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Wafer device incorporates a thin wafer of electrically and ionically conductive porous material made by introducing a mixture of a thermoplastic binder and at least one anion exchange moieties or cation exchange moieties, or their mixtures, and/or a protein capture resin and/or an electrically conductive material into a mold; subjecting the mixture to 60-170degreesC at 0-500 pounds/square inch (gauge) (psig) for 1-240 minutes, to form the thin wafer of electrically and ionically conductive porous material, where thermoplastic binder immobilizes the moieties with respect to each other, but does not coat the moieties; and removing the thin wafer from the mold.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a graph showing the comparison of resin conductivities and ion movement in very dilute sodium chloride (NaCl) solutions (10-5 M), for latex and thermoplastic binding wafers.
NOVELTY - Preparation of hydrogen storage apparatus involves forming a hollow glass microsphere (10) having an extractable phase, removing the extractable phase to provide a porous-wall structure permitting communication between an interior (14) and an exterior (12) of the porous wall hollow glass microstructure, introducing into an interior of the porous wall hollow glass microsphere via a pressure differential, a hydrogen storage material (30).    USE - For preparation of porous wall hollow glass microsphere containing hydrogen storage material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hollow glass microspheres exhibits a high degree of cell wall porosity and reversibly release and stores hydrogen; provides membrane for selective transport of hydrogen through the porous walls; prevents gaseous or liquid contaminants from entering the interior of the hollow glass microsphere.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for introducing a hydrogen storage material into an interior of a porous wall hollow glass microsphere.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional view of a hollow glass porous-wall microsphere containing a hydrogen storage material within the interior.    microspheres (10)    exterior surface (12)    interior surface (14)    hollow cavity (16)    pores (20)    hydrogen absorption material. (30)
NOVELTY - An electrode catalyst contains catalyst particles (102) and photocatalyst particles (103), supported on an electroconductive support (101). The photocatalyst particles have hydrophilic property when irradiated with light.    USE - Used for the production of a catalyst for a fuel cell layer used for fuel cells (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The area of the triple-layer surface in the electrode catalyst layer is increased. The electrode catalyst provides a fuel cell having improved electric power generation capability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a catalyst for a fuel cell layer;    (2) a fuel cell;    (3) the production of an electrode catalyst; and    (4) the production of a catalyst for a fuel cell layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of an electrode catalyst before and after light irradiation in a solid polymer electrolyte.    electroconductive support (101)    catalyst particle (102)    photocatalyst particle (103)    solid polymer electrolyte (104)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell apparatus has a vapor-liquid separation membrane (9) at the air intake (8) provided at a case (7), such that it allows gas to pass through for intake. An air supply pump (3) filters air through an electrostatic filter (10), for supplying air to a fuel cell electric power generation portion (2).    USE - Used as e.g. a direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) apparatus for use as a power supply in a portable apparatus such as a portable personal computer (PC).    ADVANTAGE - The invasion of foreign material such as dust or mist to the intake is prevented using a vapor-liquid separation membrane. The invasion of foreign material into the supply pump and fuel cell electric power generation portion is suppressed using the electrostatic filter. Increased performance and lifetime are obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of a fuel cell apparatus.    fuel cell electric power generation portion (2)    air supply pump (3)    case (7)    air intake (8)    vapor-liquid separation membrane (9)    electrostatic filter (10)
NOVELTY - A biological fuel cell has anode (12) and cathode (11) provided through electrolyte (13). The action of biological cell (1) carries out oxidation (cathode reaction) which removes electron from biological fuel consisting of a carbon compound through a compound which produces a reduced form and electron by light-irradiation using metabolism system. The electron is electrochemically supplied to an external electric circuit.    USE - For electric-power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The biological fuel cell exploits the chemical energy of the biological fuel as a direct electrical energy. The pigment has high optical absorption efficiency and stability. The photoelectric conversion efficiency, and the lifetime of the excited electron produced by light-irradiation are high. The efficiency of electron removal from the biological fuel is maintained as the probability of recombination is lowered. The fuel cell has high energy density.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the biological fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    biological cell (1)    bacteria incubator (2)    cathode (11)    anode (12)    electrolyte (13)
NOVELTY - The gap between the bottom and side walls (5a,5b) of the casting mold is sealed by the layer (11) formed by the initial solidification of the silicon melt solution when the solution contacts the inner surface of the casting mold.    USE - For casting of polycrystal silicon ingot (claimed) for obtaining polycrystalline silicon substrate (claimed) for manufacture of solar cell (claimed) e.g. polycrystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage of the silicon melt solution is prevented with simple and cheap structure. Therefore high quality silicon ingot is obtained at less cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) polycrystal silicon ingot;    (2) polycrystalline silicon substrate; and    (3) solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional views explaining the casting method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    bottom wall (5a)    side wall (5b)    gap (10)    initial stage solidification layer (11)
NOVELTY - The remote operated valves (17,18,19) are installed in combustion gas piping (15), hydrogen supply piping (13) and burner fuel piping (3) respectively. The opening/closing control of the valves is carried out based on the hydrogen supply command signal and hydrogen supply-stoppage command signal from high pressure hydrogen filling installation (14).    USE - For producing and supplying hydrogen to high pressure hydrogen filling installation which fills hydrogen into fuel cell equipped vehicle, using town gas as source.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to restart the hydrogen supply without providing new compressor. Combustion in the modifier burner is made stable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    burner fuel pipe (3)    gas compressor (2)    hydrogen supply piping (13)    high pressure hydrogen filling installation (14)    combustion gas piping (15)    remote operated valves (17,18,19)
NOVELTY - A chemical reactor comprises a main substrate (10) including a groove-shaped reaction flow path (11) formed at one side, and a sub-substrate (20) with thin-film heaters (30), arranged opposing the side of the main substrate. A joining film (21) comprising silicon and tantalum is formed between the substrates by sputtering. The composition ratio of silicon and tantalum is 0.3-0.7.    USE - Used as e.g. a micro reactor used in a power supply system (claimed) for notebook personal computers (PC) and portable information terminals.    ADVANTAGE - A favorable joining state of the main and sub- substrates is acquired.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a power supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view explaining chemical reactor production.    main substrate (10)    reaction flow path (11)    sub-substrate (20)    joining film (21)    heater (30)
NOVELTY - Sludge returned water (A) is produced by concentration dehydration treatment of sludge in sludge disposal system carrying out processing of sedimentation basin sludge, final sedimentation tank sludge or sludge obtained by aerobic and anaerobic digestion, produced during initial stage of sewage treatment. Organic substance of water (A) is removed and made into fuel source of microorganism fuel cell. Processing of water (A) is enabled.    USE - For processing sludge returned water produced during concentration dehydration treatment of sludge in sewage works.    ADVANTAGE - Processing of sludge returned water is efficiently enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of sludge returned water, which has microorganism fuel cell, which uses organic substance of sludge returned water as fuel source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of processing apparatus of sludge returned water.    anode (1)    cathode (3)    proton permeable film (5)    external circuit (6)    sludge returned water (A)    aggregation sludge (I)    final treated water (H)
NOVELTY - The pump (10) has diaphragm (13), non-return valves (17) and spacer (16), made of rubber structure containing silicon rubber whose methanol-proof extractability is 1% or less and methanol-proof swelling rate is 1% or less, provided in pressure chamber (12).    USE - For methanol-type fuel cell used in mobile devices e.g. mobile phone and notebook personal computer (PC).    ADVANTAGE - The methanol-proof characteristic, the heat-resistant aging property and the pump reliability are improved without reducing the electric-power generation efficiency. The temperature dependency is reduced and the pump performance is stabilized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for rubber structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the small pump. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    small pump (10)    pressure chamber (12)    diaphragm (13)    spacer (16)    non-return valves (17)
NOVELTY - Polyamide has 30 mol% or more of specific repeating unit (I).    USE - For film used as plastic substrate for image display apparatus (both claimed) used for mobile-type information communication machines such as portable information terminals, flat-panel displays such as liquid crystal display elements, plasma displays, thin-film transistor (TFT) display elements and organic electroluminescent elements, and fluorescent display tubes used for mobile telephones, electronic notebooks and laptop personal computers (PC), light emitting diodes and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polyamide has excellent solubility. The film using the polyamide has excellent heat resistance, transparency, optical characteristics, mechanical strength such as bend-resistant strength, gas permeability, surface smoothness, flexibility and dynamic characteristics. The image display apparatus with the film has excellent display quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polyamide has 30 mol% or more of repeating unit of formula (I).    ring b, ring c=monocyclic ring or polycyclic ring having substituent, and two rings of ring c are bonded to quaternary carbon of ring b;    R1,R2=H or substituent;and    L=coupling group of naphthalene structure of formula (a), coupling group of biphenyl structure of formula (b), or coupling group of paraphenylene structure of formula (c) optionally substituted by H.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) film, which consists of polyamide; and    (2) image display apparatus, which uses the film.
NOVELTY - The benzotriazole structure-containing polymer contains specific repeating unit.    USE - For charge-transport material used for organic electronic device (both claimed) such as light-emitting element, switching element, optoelectric transducer, photosensor, field effect transistor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer has excellent electron withdrawal property, and has properties similar to n-type organic semiconductor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The benzotriazole structure-containing polymer contains repeating unit of formula (1). INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of benzotriazole structure-containing polymer. The method involves polymerizing compound of formula (3) in presence of a metal complex;    (2) charge-transport material containing the above benzotriazole structure-containing polymer; and    (3) organic electronic device obtained using the charge-transport material.    R1-R3=H or univalent substituent;and    X=halogen atom.
NOVELTY - The functional structure comprises hydride fibrous structural element formed at main portion.    USE - For hydrogen storage cylinder for fuel cell used for vehicle, and electrode of nickel-hydrogen storage battery and lithium ion secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The functional structure has excellent hydrogen storage capacity even after repeated occlusion and discharge of hydrogen. The disintegration of functional structure is eliminated.
NOVELTY - A titanium-oxide particle is star-shaped and has extension portions extended radially and having angle in the approximate-center portion in length direction.    USE - For cosmetics (claimed), base foundation, cheek-color, lipstick, eyeliner, eye shadow, nail color, sun block, ointment, milky lotion, cream, essence, powder, lotion, spray and ultraviolet-ray preventing agent, coating material, motor vehicle, visible light pervious ultraviolet light cut film for window glasses, white reflecting plate used by semiconductor electrode of dye sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The titanium-oxide particle has excellent light scattering property of near infrared light from visible light.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) preparation of the titanium-oxide particle, which involves mixing hydrolysis product of titanium alkoxide or hydrolysis product of titanium-metal salt and organic alkali in a predetermined solvent and producing a reaction solution, and heating the reaction solution in an airtight container; and    (2) cosmetics comprising the titanium-oxide particles.
NOVELTY - The module has interconnectors (31) in the gap between photovoltaic elements (30) to connect the photovoltaic elements, such that a neutral plane (34) of mounting region of interconnector in the gap is positioned at the light receiving side rather than the non-light receiving side of photovoltaic element. The photovoltaic elements and interconnectors are sealed by a cover (32) including surface film (32a) and reverse side film (32b).    USE - For solar power generation system installed in roof of house and wall surface of large building.    ADVANTAGE - The compressive stress on the interconnector is relieved when the light receiving side of the photovoltaic element is turned inwardly in wound-up state of the solar cell module. Hence fracture of the interconnector is prevented and thereby improving reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic elements (30)    Interconnectors (31)    Cover (32)    Surface film (32a)    Reverse side film (32b)    Neutral plane (34)
NOVELTY - Covering areas (S1,S2) in a collector (14) and a heat conduction board (12), cover the heat exchange surface (15) of a heat exchanger (11). The area ratio (S2/S1) of the covering areas of board and collector is in the range of 0.8-1.4.    USE - Condensing type solar cell module for electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Improves conversion efficiency of the solar energy into electric energy effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the condensing type solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    heat exchanger (11)    heat conduction board (12)    solar cell (13)    collector (14)    heat exchange surface (15)
NOVELTY - The formulation has three components that are a water phase, an oil phase and a surfactant or block copolymer. One of the water or oil phases contains a semiconducting connection to allow production of semiconducting materials.    USE - Used in functional construction unit (claimed) and industrial and household region in the form of surfactant micelle in a detergent.    ADVANTAGE - The boundary surface between the water phase and the oil phase is stabilized with the surfactant system, thus effectively converting the structure in liquid phase with large internal surface into a firm structure with the large boundary surface between the two phases. The structure thus manufacturing between the two not mixable phases to permit manufacture of solar cells on flexible substrates.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) construction units made of surfactant and copolymer formulations; and    (2) a method of producing surfactant and copolymer structure formulation.
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system includes a variable pressure regulator (6) that is provided in a fuel gas supply passage (21) and that adjusts a pressure of the fuel gas supplied from a fuel gas source so the fuel gas is discharged toward a downstream side; and a change device that changes an operation characteristic of the variable pressure regulator in accordance with a state of the fuel cell system.    USE - For supplying fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Controls the fuel gas pressure supplied to the fuel cell in accordance with the state of the fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fuel cell system includes a fuel gas supply passage (21) through which a fuel gas is supplied from a fuel gas source to a fuel cell; a variable pressure regulator (6) that is provided in the fuel gas supply passage and that adjusts a pressure of the fuel gas supplied from the fuel gas source so that the fuel gas is discharged toward a downstream side; and a change device that changes an operation characteristic of the variable pressure regulator in accordance with a state of the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a basic structure of a fuel cell system.    Air filter (2)    Air compressor (3)    Fuel pump (5)    Variable pressure regulator (6)    Buffer tank (8)    State detector (10)    Air supply passage (11)    Exhaust passage (12,32)    Fuel gas supply passage (21)    Fuel gas circulation passage (22)    Pressurized fluid supply passage (31)
NOVELTY - Operating a fuel cell (I), comprises oxidizing hydrogen (A) at an anode having a catalyst adsorbed on anode, where the catalyst comprising an oxygen tolerant hydrogenase enzyme (B).    USE - (B) is useful as an electrocatalyst for the oxidation of hydrogen at an electrode (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The operation efficiency of (I) is higher which can be increased further by hamessing the thermal energy produced by the cell. (I) is produced without the emission of harmful substance, even when running on fuels such as natural gas. (I) which operates on hydrogen, as these system produced no emissions other than water vapor and their fuel source is renewable. (B) is significantly lower cost, if produced on a large scale. The membrane-less fuel cells provide a very cheap, highly efficient and simple design of (I), for which manufacture on a large scale can be envisaged.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a fuel cell comprising an anode having a catalyst adsorbed, where catalyst comprising (B); and    (2) an electrode (II) having a catalyst adsorbed, where the catalyst comprising (B).
NOVELTY - A diffusion layer (12) and a dielectric layer are formed on the rear surface of a substrate. The holes extending from front surface of the substrate to the rear surface of the substrate, are formed. The diffusion and dielectric layers are removed. The n-type/p-type current collection metal grids (18,28) are formed on the rear surface in electrical contact with respective contacts and holes.    USE - For manufacturing back-contact solar cell (claimed) such as metallization wrap through (MWT), metallization wrap around (MWA) and back-junction solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - Increases efficiency by minimizing p-type contact areas and maximizing n-type doped regions on rear surface of substrate. Reduces the manufacturing process and cost, reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for back-contact solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of a back-contact solar cell.    diffusion layer (12)    n-type metal grid (18)    p-type layer (26)
NOVELTY - Microreactor apparatus (300) comprises a microreactor body, microchannels (303) in the microreactor body, and a catalyst coating the microchannels.    USE - For fuel processors for portable fuel cell power sources, for catalytic combustion, for emission control devices, or other equipment or systems.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can provide an improved microreactor apparatus having microchannels coated with a catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of producing a microreactor, comprising providing a silicon wafer, and coating a photoresist on the silicon wafer. A mask is used with UV exposure to develop a desired pattern in the photoresist. The silicon wafer is anisotropic etched to produce microchannels in the silicon wafer. A substrate is aligned over the microchannels in the silicon wafer. The silicon wafer and the substrate are bonded. The microchannels is coated with a catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a microreactor.    Microreactor apparatus (300)    Microchannels (303)    Spacings (304)    Inlet (305)    Outlet (306)
NOVELTY - Solar concentrator module comprises a heat spreader layer, upper and lower adhesive layers, photovoltaic cell array layer laminated between the upper and lower adhesive layers, a cover layer and a voltage stand off layer. The photovoltaic cell array comprises cells derived by dividing commercial planar silicon cells into equal sized small parts.    USE - As solar concentrator module.    ADVANTAGE - The 3-sun mirror module design uses one-third cell to triple module production at lower cost. The new concentrator module uses existing planar cells and the module design uses standard circuit laminant fabrication procedures and equipment. Since mirrors are over ten times cheaper than expensive single crystal cell material, the 3-sun modules can be made at half the cost of today's solar photovoltaic modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of assembling the solar concentrator module.
NOVELTY - A thin film semiconductor structure (200) comprises a semiconducting layer (240) epitaxially deposited on an electrode (220), which is deposited on a substrate (210). The electrode includes a buffer layer (224) epitaxially deposited on a template layer (222). The template layer includes a first metal nitride that is electrically conductive and has a rock salt crystal structure. The buffer layer includes a second metal nitride that is electrically conductive.    USE - As a photovoltaic cell, a photodetector, a light emitting diode (claimed) or a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The thin film semiconducting structure has oriented semiconductor layer and the conductive, biaxially oriented back-electrode. The growth of well-oriented, biaxially oriented semiconductor layer is achieved by the conductive, biaxially-oriented back electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The template layer is deposited on the substrate. The semiconducting layer is epitaxially deposited on the buffer layer. The thin film semiconductor structure further comprises another transparent electrode deposited on the semiconducting layer. The transparent electrode comprises a semiconducting oxide or a semiconducting nitride. The substrate is a metallic substrate, a graphitic substrate or a glass substrate. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) the electrode for the thin film semiconductor structure; and    (2) a method of making the thin film semiconductor structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross-sectional view of a thin film semiconductor structure.    thin film semiconductor structure (200)    substrate (210)    first electrode (220)    template layer (222)    buffer layer (224)    semiconducting layer. (240)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is generated from sodium borohydride by, preparing a predetermined volume percentage of a diol in alcohol solution with trace amounts of a catalyst to form a diol-catalyst mixture; and adding a borohydride to the diol-catalyst mixture at a predetermined mole ratio to provide a cyclic borate ester and alcoholysis of the borohydride.    USE - For generating hydrogen from sodium hydride, useful as fuel used in internal combustion engines or electrochemically oxidized proton exchange membrane, or other types of fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method is an efficient procedure for the controlled generation of hydrogen from sodium borohydride or lithium borohydride.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a method of generating lithium borohydride, comprising adding lithium aluminum hydride to boric acid and tetrahydrofuran solvent to generate lithium borohydride; and    (2) a method of controlling alcoholysis from sodium borohydride and regenerating sodium borohydride from sodium tetraalkoxyborate, comprising preparing a predetermined volume percentage of aqueous ethanediol solution with Lewis/Bronsted acid catalyst (0.1-0.001 vol.%) at about 40-60degreesC to form an ethanediol-Lewis acid mixture; adding sodium borohydride to the ethanediol-Lewis acid mixture of about 1:2 mole ratio to produce controlled alcoholysis of sodium borohydride and sodium tetraalkoxyborate; and adding sodium hydride to the sodium tetraalkoxyborate in about 0.35M diglyme solvent of about 1:6 mole ratio at about 150degreesC for about 24 hours to regenerate sodium borohydride.
NOVELTY - Preparation of a carbon nanostructure (I) comprises heating a carbonaceous material (A) in the presence of hydrogen at 900degreesC.    USE - (I) is useful as selective adsorbents in several gas separating processes and as storage materials for hydrogen and other small molecules.    ADVANTAGE - (I) has high storage capacity of hydrogen and other small molecules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) (I) made by the process;    (2) a composition (X) comprising (I) having amorphous regions, turbostratic regions, a total BET (Brunauer, Emmett and Teller) surface area of at least 1500 m2/g and total pore volume of at least 0.5 cc/g;    (3) a process for storing small molecules (hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, methane or carbon dioxide) comprising introducing the small molecule into a storage vessel containing (I); and    (4) a process for separating mixtures of gases comprising introducing a mixture of gases into a storage vessel containing (I), allowing the gases to at least partially equilibrate at elevated pressure to form adsorbed and non-adsorbed gases, reducing the pressure and removing at least a portion of the non-adsorbed gases.
NOVELTY - A desulfurizing agent contains dual-system oxide (10-100 wt.%) containing zinc and iron.    USE - For removing sulfur contained in gas obtained by gasification of heavy oil or its distillation residue, and coal, used for generating electric power in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurizing agent has high desulfurizing capability maintained for long period of time, and efficiently enables removal of sulfur at improved desulfurizing velocity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph of the relationship between desulfurizing time and sulfidation rate of desulfurizing agent. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Solar generator has several double sided light reception type solar cells (13) fixed between upper and lower joints (18,19), whose light receiving surface is perpendicular with respect to installation surface.    USE - Solar power generator installed in building.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the installation area without impairing the isolation and decreasing the peak output power, thereby reducing the installation costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: solar power generator installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the solar power generator.    double sided light reception type solar cells (13)    pillar (14)    foundation (15)    horizontal support structure (16)    fixture (17)    upper joint (18)    lower joint (19)
NOVELTY - A flexible sheet protecting a photovoltaic cell (13) is fixed to a solar cell module (10) that is fixed on pipe-shaped support using a screw (31). A waterproof sheet (33) is arranged on the upper surface of a roof lining board (34). An elastic element (32) is fixed in the head of the screw. An elastic layer is formed between the solar cell module and the support.    USE - For fixing solar cell module (claimed) in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy fixing of the solar cell module to different places inexpensively. Ensures favorable waferproofness to the solar cell module, by using the waterproof sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and sectional views of the solar module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell module (10)    Photovoltaic cell (13)    Screw (31)    Elastic element (32)    Waterproof sheet (33)    Roof lining board (34)
NOVELTY - The back sheet (6) has white coloring layer (12) formed on resin film (11). A gas-barrier vapor deposition resin film (13) is formed on film (11) by thin film vapor deposition, and another resin film (14) is formed on film (13). Weather resistance and hydrolysability-proof are provided to any one or both of the films (11,14) by annealing.    USE - For solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables to provide inexpensive back sheet for solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) back sheet manufacturing method; and    (2) solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional views of the back sheet.    back sheet (6)    resin films (11,14)    white coloring layer (12)    gas-barrier vapor deposition resin film (13)
NOVELTY - The module comprises double-sided light incidence type solar cell elements (3) clamped between the light-receiving-surface side filler (2) and back-side filler, with respect to the transparent substrates (1,6). The back-side filler comprises laminated structure of optically-reflective sheet (4) and light-transmissible sheet (5).    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the electric-power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective diagram of solar cell module.    transparent substrates (1,6)    light-receiving-surface side filler (2)    solar cell element (3)    optically-reflective sheet (4)    light-transmissible sheet (5)
NOVELTY - A substrate having a catalyst metal layer formed on surface of a base by chemical vapor deposition, is processed at 250-900degreesC, by source gas airflow which contains reducing gas, such that mix ratio of reducing gas and source gas is 0.5-1.5. Thus, a fine carbon fiber is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing fine carbon fiber, such as carbon nanotube used for electronic devices, hydrogen storage material, catalyst support of fuel cell and emitter electrode material of field emission display.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides elongate fine carbon fiber by heat chemical vapor deposition method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of chemical vapor deposition apparatus.    tubular shape furnace (11)    heater (12)    gas supply pipe (13)    gas emission pipe (14)    carrier gas source (16)    hydrocarbon gas source (17)
NOVELTY - The reactor (10) has single or several heaters (22) with flow path (23), and single or several modifiers having modification catalyst. The heater heats fuel by receiving heat of apparatus, which generates heat by operation of electric-electronic device, and cools the apparatus. The modification catalyst modifies the heated fuel into hydrogen.    USE - For electric-electronic device (claimed) such as mobile telephone and notebook-type personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is compact and effective, and efficiently modifies the fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric-electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    central processing unit (CPU) (5)    reactor (10)    fuel cell (11)    heater (22)    fuel transfer path (23)
NOVELTY - A carbon material is dispersed in hydrocarbon-based solvent added with a basic polymer-type dispersant. Subsequently, voltage is applied by using a covering material as an anode in the solvent. A carbon material thin film is then formed on anode material surface.    USE - For film-forming of carbon material thin film used for forming electrode gaseous-diffusion component or separator, antistatic material, electromagnetic shielding material, lithium-cell electrode, field-emission display or heat-radiation material for fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Dispersibility of carbon material in the solvent is improved. The carbon material has favorable adsorptivity. The carbon nanotube adsorption layer has anchor effect and electroconductivity. The thin film has excellent thermal conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbon material is carbon nanotube, carbon black or graphite. The basic polymer-type dispersant is a polyester acid amide-amine salt. The hydrocarbon-based solvent is an aromatic hydrocarbon solvent. A carbon-sheet base material is used as covering material anode. The carbon sheet is carbon paper, carbon non-woven fabric or carbon cloth. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode gaseous-diffusion component or separator, antistatic material, electromagnetic shielding material, lithium-cell electrode, field-emission display or heat-radiation material for fuel cells.
NOVELTY - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device (6) comprises carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst filled in reactor. Catalyst is base material of complex oxide having metal oxide (A), which is difficult to reduce, easy-reducible metal oxide, and preset amount of addition metallic element. Active-metal particle of base material is precipitated to its surface. Metal of oxide (A) and addition metallic element are different.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device has high selectivity of reaction, which removes carbon monoxide from hydrogen-containing gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device comprises carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst filled in a reactor. The catalyst is a base material of complex oxide containing a metal oxide (A), which is difficult to reduce, an easy-reducible metal oxide, and an addition metallic element. Active-metal particle of base material is precipitated to its surface. The metal of metal oxide (A) is different from that of addition metallic element. The metal of addition metallic element is aluminum, scandium, chromium, boron, iron, gallium, indium, lutetium, niobium and silicon. Content of addition metallic element in carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst is 0.01-0.25 mol% by element weight.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) carbon monoxide shift-reaction device (5); and    (2) fuel cell system (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a rough block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell system (1)    fuel tank (2)    carburetor (3)    modifier (4)    carbon monoxide shift device (5)    carbon monoxide selection methanation device (6)
NOVELTY - The nano structured graphite consists of graphite aggregate having average particle diameter of 0.5-50 microns. The size of microcrystal of graphite aggregate is 1-20 nm.    USE - For composite material used for catalyst material and electroconductive material (all claimed) for desensitized solar cell. Also used in electronic, information, telecommunication, aeronautical navigation, space, optical, chemical and medical fields.    ADVANTAGE - The nano structured graphite has improved catalytic activity and high specific surface area. The composite material provides solar cell having improved electric power generation efficiency. The mobility of electron from carbon material to the electrolyte liquid is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) composite material of nano structured graphite;    (2) electroconductive material; and    (3) catalyst material.
NOVELTY - A solar cell interconnector material comprises a silver alloy containing copper, calcium or strontium.    USE - For interconnector of solar cell (claimed) mounted in artificial satellites.    ADVANTAGE - The material of the invention does not soften due to heat cycle. It is excellent in mechanical strength. It has high electric conductivity.
NOVELTY - A solar module (1) comprises a transparent support (2) having a structure on solar cell intermediate chambers (2a) producing a regular opacity together with the regular solar cell holes (3).    USE - Used as a solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar module is easy to assemble.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the solar module.    solar module (1)    transparent support (2)    solar cell intermediate chambers (2a)    regular solar cell holes (3)    solar cells (4)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an impurity removal device (20) which removes impurity mixed in fluid (F) ejected from a fuel cell (100) arranged at an ejection path, and a distribution unit which distributes fluid and flows fluid in upstream of the impurity removal device, arranged at entrance-side surface (21) of the impurity removal device.    USE - As polymer electrolyte fuel cell system for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has excellent vapor-liquid separation property, without movement of gas to liquid discharge portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the vapor-liquid separation device and ion-exchange resin component vicinity of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vapor-liquid separation device (12)    impurity removal device (20)    entrance-side surface of impurity removal device (21)    fuel cell (100)    fluid (F)
NOVELTY - An optoelectric transducer is obtained using oxide semiconductor particles sensitized with methine dye (1).    USE - For solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The optoelectric transducer enables economical production of solar cell with high stability and photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optoelectric transducer is obtained using oxide semiconductor particles sensitized with methine dye of formula (1).    m,p1=1-4;    n1=1-7;    X1=optionally substituted aromatic residue, optionally substituted aliphatic hydrocarbon residue, cyano, phosphono, sulfo, carboxy or carbonamido;    L1=optionally substituted aromatic residue;    A1,A2=optionally substituted aromatic residue, hydroxy, phosphono, cyano, H or halogeno; and    Ring a1=halogeno, amido, hydroxy, cyano, nitro, alkoxy or acyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell obtained using the optoelectric transducer.
NOVELTY - Preparing a conductive thermoset precursor comprises providing a first thermoset precursor having a viscosity greater than 15 poise; and dispersing carbon nanotubes in the first thermoset precursor by extrusion to form a conductive thermoset precursor. The carbon nanotubes have a diameter less than 1 microns.    USE - For preparing a conductive thermoset precursor for conductive epoxy, polyimide, phenolic, urethane, polyester, vinyl ester, or silicone polymer (claimed), wherein conductive epoxy is for e.g. high-temperature applications, facilitating electrostatic dissipation (e.g. electrostatic discharge for prepreg for aviation industry, ESD adhesives for electronics assembly), coatings for galvanic corrosion protection, and making low cost tool; thermoset phenol formaldehyde or phenolic resin for e.g. conductive bi-polar plate for use with fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Carbon nanotubes are adequately dispersed in a thermoset precursor by using an extrusion process reserved for thermoplastics.
NOVELTY - A colored heat transfer fluid (F1) comprises a non-conductive colorant (a1) (0.0001 - 0.2 wt.%) and has a conductivity of less than 200 (preferably 0.02 - 5) muS/cm.    USE - In assemblies comprising alternative power sources (claimed) especially fuel cell assemblies.    ADVANTAGE - The heat transfer fluids are colored but still possess very low conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a heat transfer system comprising a circulation loop defining a flow path for (F1);    (2) a method of coloring (F1) involving adding a (a1) to a heat transfer fluid to provide a colored heat transfer fluid having a conductivity of less than 10 muS/cm; and    (3) an assembly powered by an alternative power source (s1) comprising (s1) and a heat transfer system (s2) in thermal communication with (s1), (s2) comprises a circulation loop defining a liquid flow path, and a corrosion inhibiting heat transfer fluid, (F1) in thermal communication with (s1).
NOVELTY - A fuel composition comprises polymer and fuel. The composition has a hardness of greater than or equal to2 grams peak force as determined by a penetration test using a texture analyzer.    USE - For fuel cell system, e.g. direct methanol fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive fuel composition is freestanding and is capable of delivering vapor phase fuel in low concentration and at a controlled rate without the need for mechanical assistance. This enhances the performance of fuel cell system and reduces and/or simplifies the manufacturing cost. The fuel composition can be prepared from a liquid precursor composition that can be conveniently handled, e.g. for filling a fuel cartridge. Upon rigidification, the rigid fuel composition is leakproof (enhancing safety) and can deliver fuel consistently, independent of the orientation of the fuel container and/or fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell (32) including an anode (34), a cathode (36), and an electrolyte (38) between the anode and cathode; and a fuel source connected with the anode and comprising the above fuel composition; and    (B) preparation of fuel composition by reacting polymerizable material, methanol, and catalyst; and polymerizing the polymerizable material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (22)    Fuel inlet (26)    Fuel outlet (28)    Cathode reactant inlet (30)    Cathode reactant outlet (31)    Fuel cell (32)    Anode (34)    Cathode (36)    Electrolyte (38)    Gas diffusion layers (40, 42)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a bypass diode (106) having p-type, i-type and n-type semiconductor layers arranged in a sequence identical to the arrangement sequence of semiconductor layers formed in multijunction solar cell structure, to allow current to pass through the bypass diode when the solar cell is shadowed.    USE - For manufacturing monolithic solar cell used in commercial and consumer-oriented applications.    ADVANTAGE - Enables manufacturing efficiently the solar cell comprising bypass diode whose performance is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of solar cell.    indium gallium phosphide layer (101)    gallium arsenide layer (102)    buffer (103)    substrate (104)    diode (106)
NOVELTY - A yttrium-aluminum garnet laser is irradiated on a silicon nitride film or titanium-oxide film formed as passivation film on a silicon substrate (21). The passivation film is then partly removed and solar cell is manufactured.    USE - For manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is manufactured by simple process economically in less time, without involving photolithography process, image development process, water-washing process and etching process. The manufacturing method of solar cell is eco-friendly and doest not eject waste material and wastewater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the manufacturing process of the reverse-side junction type solar cell.    silicon substrate (21)    oxide film (22)    anti-reflective film (26)    reverse-side passivation film (27)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (10) has conductive layer and optical absorption layer (15), provided on substrate (11). Conductive layer has conductive layer (12) provided on substrate side, and conductive layer (14) provided on optical absorption layer side. An intermediate layer (13) is provided between layers (12,14). The dissolution rate of intermediate layer with respect to acidic solution is higher than that of conductive layers (12,14).    USE - As solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The growth of molybdenum selenide on the surface of conductive layer and optical absorption layer is prevented, and economical recycling is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell.    solar cell (10)    substrate (11)    conductive layers (12,14)    intermediate layer (13)    optical absorption layer (15)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (10) has a glass layer (12) and an optical absorption layer (14) sequentially provided on a substrate (11). The glass layer contains silica (in wt.%) (40-60), boron trioxide (15-30), sodium oxide (2-10) and titania (8-20). The optical absorption layer is formed using a compound semiconductor having chalcopyrite structure.    USE - As solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has improved withstand voltage, short circuit current, open end voltage, curve factor and conversion efficiency, and is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of solar cell.    solar cell (10)    substrate (11)    glass layer (12)    conductive layer (13)    optical absorption layer (14)
NOVELTY - The viscous dispersion liquid contains 8-40 mass% of crystalline semiconductor nanoparticles dispersed in a dispersion medium. The dispersion medium contains 53-92 mass% of water and hydrophilic organic solvent containing 8-47 mass% of 3-5C alcohol as main component. The solvent mixture does not contain 2 mass% or more of organic substance binder.    USE - For formation of porous semiconductor layer and for manufacture of dye sensitizing solar cell and optoelectric transducer.    ADVANTAGE - The viscous dispersion liquid has excellent coating capability and storage stability. The viscous dispersion liquid provides porous semiconductor layer having high purity and excellent adhesion and quality. The viscous dispersion liquid provides dye sensitizing solar cell having excellent photoelectric-conversion capability.
NOVELTY - The fluorine gas is introduced into a film production room and the high frequency electric power is supplied to the feeding points (25A,25B) of discharge electrodes such that the voltage distribution on the electrode is uniform. The power supply is controlled such that the maximum point (MP) of the voltage distribution reciprocates on both sides of center point (C) of the electrode.    USE - For cleaning plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus (claimed) used in generation of semiconductor layer in manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The self-cleaning of the plasma CVD apparatus is performed, quickly while suppressing the over etching of the discharge electrode. Thus improving productivity and production stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for plasma chemical vapor deposition apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph illustrating the cleaning process of the plasma CVD apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Horizontal electrodes (21,22)    Vertical electrode (23)    Feeding points (25A,25B)    Center point (C)    Maximum voltage point (MP)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has support with electrolyte film pinched to oxidizing-agent electrode (1) with oxidizing agent and a fuel electrode (3) with fuel, modifier (20) for supplying fuel to fuel cell (10), fuel pressure-rise unit (30), fuel storage unit (40), fuel residual-amount detector (50) and fuel pressure reduction unit (107v). Detector detects residual amount of fuel in fuel cell reduced from predetermined value.    USE - As electrochemical cell (claimed) and fixed-type cogeneration system for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system efficiently generates electric power for long period of time by electrochemical reaction without deterioration of electrode by corrosion of carbon and deterioration of catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel cell system has a support with an electrolyte film pinched to an oxidizing-agent electrode (1) with oxidizing agent and a fuel electrode (3) with fuel, a modifier (20) for supplying fuel to fuel cell (10), a fuel pressure-rise unit (30), a fuel storage unit (40), a fuel residual amount detector (50) and fuel pressure reduction unit (107v). The fuel pressure-rise unit increases pressure of the fuels. The fuel storage unit stores fuel with increased pressure. The fuel residual amount detector detects residual amount of fuel in fuel cell reduced from predetermined value by electric power generation halt condition of the fuel cell. The fuel pressure reduction unit reduces pressure of fuel stored in the fuel storage unit and supplied to the fuel cell. Fuel stored in the fuel storage unit is replenished to the fuel cells by fuel pressure reduction unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Oxidizing agent electrode (1)    Electrolyte (2)    Fuel electrode (3)    Fuel cell (10)    Modifier (20)    Fuel pressure-rise unit (30)    Fuel storage unit (40)    Fuel residual-amount detector (50)    Fuel pressure reduction unit (107v)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor electrode consists of a semiconductor sensitized with a polymethine dye (1) having a bis-enamine structure.    USE - For optoelectric transducers used in solar cells (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor electrode easily, economically and efficiently provides optoelectric chemical solar cells having high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A semiconductor electrode consists of a semiconductor sensitized with a polymethine dye of formula (1), having a bis-enamine structure.    A,B=lower alkyl or (un)substituted aryl;    R=lower alkyl, (un)substituted aryl, or aralkyl;    R1-R4=H, halogen, lower alkyl, or lower alkoxy;    R5-R7=H, lower alkyl, or lower alkoxy;    X=aromatic ring group which may have a substituent;    Y=heterocyclic group having a substituent;and    l,m=0-3.    R and R1, or R and R3 may form 5- or 6-membered carbocyclic ring. R1 and R2, or R3 and R4 may form 6-membered carbocyclic ring.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) optoelectric transducer using the semiconductor electrode; and    (2) solar cell using the optoelectric transducer.
NOVELTY - The metal material films such as alumite film non-electrolytic nickel plating film and fluororesin film formed on rotor (107) arranged in a cylinder (103) are subjected to surface treatment process. The surface treated film is then partially peeled off.    USE - For air supply apparatus of information terminal device using fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of rust is prevented for a long period of time and reduction of pump driving frequency is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-section of vane rotary type air pump.    Cylinder (103)    Through hole (105)    Rotor (107)    Shaft (110)    End plates (112)
NOVELTY - The surface modified carbon nano tube is distributed on a substrate. Titanium oxide is then vapor deposited on the substrate, and a titanium oxide thin film is formed.    USE - For forming titanium oxide thin film for semiconductor electrode and dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms granular titanium oxide thin film, without performing any complicated operation. Titanium oxide microparticles are favorably and selectively adhered with respect to the substrate distributed with carbon nano tube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram of formation of titanium oxide thin film. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The electrode thin film has a structure formed by laminating a metal layer and an electroconductive transparent oxide semiconductor. The thin film is transparent in the range of UV ray to visible light, and has a low sheet resistance value of 50 Omega/square or less. The resistance increase is suppressed by electronic scattering of the metal-layer film surface or grain boundary.    USE - For optoelectronic device such as transduction-type light-reception electronic device e.g. light-emitting devices and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode thin film has low resistance, and excellent transparency and optical characteristics. Visible-light reflection of the metal film is prevented. A smooth hard film surface is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electrode thin film has a structure formed by laminating a metal layer with 30 nm or less layer, and an electroconductive transparent oxide semiconductor with layer structure of thickness near the mean free path of the bulk value of the metal. The thin film is transparent in the range of UV ray to visible light, and has a low sheet resistance value of 50 Omega/square or less. The resistance increase is suppressed by electronic scattering of the metal-layer film surface or grain boundary. The metal layer contains gold, and the transparent oxide semiconductor contains indium oxide.
NOVELTY - The optoelectric transducer has a photoelectric converting layer (14) forming schottky junction with electrodes (12,13) that are formed alternately on a substrate (11). A transparent protective film is arranged so as to oppose the substrate.    USE - Optoelectric transducer e.g. solar cell. Also used in various electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the light conversion efficiency, since the energy loss of light by absorption and reflection is reduced. Reduces the lithography process and reduces the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for optoelectric transducer manufacturing method which involves depositing metal on side wall of opening formed in resist film on a substrate, for forming comb-tooth shaped electrodes. A photoelectric converting layer is formed on the substrate, and a transparent protective film is formed to cover the photoelectric converting layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layout and sectional view of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    electrodes (12,13)    opposing portions (12a,13a)    collection portions (12b, 13b)    photoelectric converting layer (14)    transparent protective film (15)
NOVELTY - A light reflection film (4) provided between a solar cell element (3) and a rear side filter (5), has several through holes. The light reflection film consists of polyethylene terephthalate (PET).    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables utilizing the light injected between the solar cell elements effectively, thereby improving electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded view of the solar cell module.    light receiving surface side filter (2)    solar cell element (3)    light reflection film (4)    rear side filter (5)    reverse side protective layer (6)
NOVELTY - The surface of a thin film (4) is contacted with a conductive material (13), irradiated with microwave (12) and heated, to obtain heated thin film.    USE - For heating thin film used for adsorbing pigment of semiconductor electrode of dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method heats thin film efficiently, and prevents plasma firing and generation of crack of the thin film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline side view of the microwave heating method of the thin film.    transparent electrode (1)    substrate (2)    thin film (4)    microwave (12)    conductive material (13)
NOVELTY - The unused resource processing system (1) has melting furnace (2) which carries out high temperature melting of unused resources such as biomass or waste material and made high temperature liquid harmless, gas-compression unit (3) and pressure-fluctuation absorption (PSA) separation unit (4). Unit (3) compresses gas generated in furnace. Unit (4) separates resource gas in remaining gas, and collects high concentration resource gas.    USE - The system is useful for processing unused resources such as biomass and waste material. Recovered resource gas is used as fuel for hydrogen fuel batteries, gas engines, diesel engines and gas burners.    ADVANTAGE - The system efficiently and economically processes the unused resource, and recovers highly pure resource gas from the generated gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The unused resource processing system (1) has a melting furnace (2) which carries out high temperature melting of unused resources such as biomass or waste material and made the high temperature liquid harmless, a gas-compression unit (3) and a pressure-fluctuation absorption (PSA) separation unit (4). Unit (3) compresses the gas generated in the furnace, and pressure is raised to predetermined value. Remaining gas other than resource gas in the compressed generation gas is selectively adsorbed. Unit (4) separates resource gas in the remaining gas, and collects high concentration resource gas by passing the resource gas having concentration of 95 volume% or more through unit (4).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for unused resource processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the unused resource processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Unused resource processing system (1)    Melting furnace (2)    Gas-compression unit (3)    Pressure-fluctuation absorption separation unit (4)    Gas engine (5)
NOVELTY - A right angled conductor for a solar battery comprises a specific volume resistance of up to 50 microohms.mm and a 0.2% flow strength value of up to 90 Mpa. The conductor consists of copper (Cu), aluminium (Al), silver (Ag) or gold (Au).    USE - The arrangement is used as a right angled conductor for a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The conductor is economical to produce and the silicon wafer is not damaged during connection.
NOVELTY - Production of a doped semiconductor layer system comprises depositing an intermediate layer system (2) having partial layers on a substrate base layer (1), in which one of the partial layers is enriched with a first dopant of a first concentration, depositing a non-doped absorber layer (3a, 3b) or an absorber layer doped with a second dopant of a second concentration, heating the absorber layer in a re-crystallization step and cooling the melt produced.    USE - For electronic devices and thin layer solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process is simple.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a doped semiconductor layer system produced by the above process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the doped semiconductor layer system.    substrate base layer (1)    intermediate layer system (2)    absorber layer (3a, 3b)    emitter layer (8)    emitter contacts (9)
NOVELTY - A mix of Fluoro polymers is left after the production of hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells, frequently containing valuable metals like platinum to be used as a catalyst. In order to separate the polymers the mix is heated in a alkali-hydroxide melting bath. The halogenized polymers are broken up and converted into water soluble salts to be removed from the mix in a subsequent cleaning process. The carbon is removed in a roasting process resulting in a material with a high content of platinum which can be easily extracted.    USE - Heating, cleaning and roasting is used in a method for recycling a material containing Fluoro polymers.    ADVANTAGE - The method is highly efficient. The polymers are completely dissolved without any residues left.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal section of a container.
NOVELTY - The gas barrier laminate has gas barrier layer(s) (G-1,G-2) and polymer layer(s) (P-1 to P-3) adjoining gas barrier layer, laminated in order on a base material (F). The average carbon content in the contact surface of gas barrier layer and polymer layer is less than average carbon content of the polymer layer.    USE - The laminate is useful for packing foodstuffs, industrial commodity and pharmaceuticals, and liquid crystal display element, solar cell and electroluminescence substrate.    ADVANTAGE - The gas barrier laminate has excellent gas barrier property, bending resistance and environmental resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the gas barrier laminate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the structure of gas barrier laminate and pattern of carbon-containing rate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Interface region (C-1 to C-5)    Base material (F)    Gas barrier layer (G-1,G-2)    Polymer layer (P-1 to P-3)
NOVELTY - The production of a tungsten-containing fuel cell catalyst includes depositing a tungsten-containing precursor on a carbon support, reacting the support with water, and applying a voltage to the support sufficient to form the tungsten-containing catalyst.    USE - Used for the production of a tungsten-containing catalyst used in a fuel cell, e.g. a polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The resulting tungsten-containing fuel cell catalyst exhibits high electrochemical activity without an expensive co-catalyst.
NOVELTY - Water generating assembly comprises source of carbonaceous fuel, source of oxygen, catalyst (232), and device for introducing carbonaceous fuel from the source of carbonaceous fuel and device for introducing oxygen from the source of oxygen in the presence of the catalyst to oxidize the fuel, producing carbon dioxide, water and heat.    USE - For use with an associated direct oxidation fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive assembly minimizes or eliminates the need to store water in the system or fuel supply by providing a water generator. It provides a water generator that provides water for diluting the methanol supplied to the direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) while increasing the volumetric energy returns of the fuel cell system over its lifetime. It reduces the size of the fuel supply required to provide power, and increases the energy yield by unit volume.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a direct oxidation fuel cell with an attached water generator constructed according to the invention.    Valve (20)    DMFC system (21)    Conduits (29,30)    Substrate (231)    Catalyst (232)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage apparatus has housing having internal volume and passageway from the internal volume and through the housing. The internal volume includes a first material for absorbing hydrogen and a second material having a higher thermal conductivity than the first material.    USE - Used for storing hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention allows for improved heat transfer into and out of a hydrogen-storage material. The hydrogen-storage material is segmented into internal volumes that allows for tailoring of the hydrogen storage capabilities and easy replacement of materials. The fuel cell-hydrogen storage system has improved thermal matching of the fuel cell and hydrogen-storage material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electric power system for a device comprising greater than or equal to2 electric power modules each electrically connected to one other of the electric power modules, where each of the electric power modules includes a fuel cell stack operable on hydrogen, and housing in contact with the fuel cell and having internal volumes for storing hydrogen and an outlet to provide hydrogen released from the internal volume to the fuel cell, where the heat for releasing hydrogen is provided by the fuel cell and wiring to provide power from the power modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a section showing an exploded view of hydride storage beds and fuel cells.    Fuel supply line (101)    Fuel cell (120a-d)    Nut (203)    Bipolar plates (223)    Seals (305)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (21) immerses thin plate formation surface (25) of substrate (26) into molten solution (24) of thin plate material in a storage space (37) divided into immersion area (62) and solution supply area (63) by a partitioning element (34). After molten solution is adhered and grown on formation surface, the substrate is removed from molten solution and the grown melt solution layer is solidified to form a thin plate.    USE - For manufacturing thin plate e.g. polycrystal silicon wafer used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the material of thin plate supplied to the supply area from moving to an immersion area so preventing the temperature change of the molten solution of the supply region resulting from the supply of material getting across to the molten solution of the immersion area and improving the operation efficiency of thin plate manufacture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the melting apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Melting apparatus (21)    Molten solution (24)    Thin plate formation surface (25)    Substrate (26)    Partitioning element (34)    Storage space (37)    Immersion area (62)    Molten solution supply area (63)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has silicon-nitride film formed on the P-type crystalline silicon substrate (1). The coupling density of the hydrogen in the film ranges from 4-5 x 1021cm-3. The sheet resistance value of the P+ layer (5) formed at the light receiving surface and opposing surface of the substrate ranges from 30-35ohm/square.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - High small-carrier life time and high conversion efficiency are achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the solar cell.    P-type crystalline silicon substrate (1)    semiconductor layer (2)    diffused layers (2')    reflection prevention layer (3)    P+ layer (5)    electrode layer (6)
NOVELTY - The cell substrate has a main PN junction (14) arranged between semiconductor regions (11,12). Bypass PN junction (16) is arranged between semiconductor regions (11-13) such that impurity level of the bypass region (15) is more than the impurity level of remaining regions. Reverse bias is applied to main junction such that reverse current of value more than the current in main junction flows through the bypass junction.    USE - Multijunction type compound solar cell such as triple junction type compound solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes the reverse bias flow at the bypass junction irrespective of omission of partial solar cells so the reliability is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of multijunction type compound solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of sub-cell structure of solar cell.    Semiconductor regions (11-13)    PN junctions (14,16)    Bypass semiconductor region (15)
NOVELTY - A solar cell generates electric power using light (200) incident on the surface side. A surface emitting element is arranged at back side of the solar cell. The surface emitting element emits light using the generated power, such that the light emitted from element surface adjoined with the reverse side of the solar cell passes through cell to the cell surface side, while the other surface emits light to the back side of cell.    USE - For use as display board, garden lamp, billboard, advertisement, outdoor illumination, house interior illumination, transparent roof illumination and for other purposes.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves improvement in design property. Improves electric power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power generation light emission system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the light source integrated solar cell module.    solar cell modules (10,60)    illumination devices (50)    light (200)
NOVELTY - The oxide semiconductor electrode has a particle-diameter of 0.1-1000 nm, and consists of p-type inorganic oxide semiconductor containing copper, aluminum, silver, nickel, cobalt, indium, iron, zinc, rhodium, gallium, strontium, lithium or nitrogen.    USE - For dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The oxide semiconductor electrode provides solar cell having improved characteristic. Manufacture of the oxide semiconductor electrode is performed efficiently and easily. The oxide semiconductor electrode has increased surface area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The p-type inorganic oxide semiconductor contains copper oxide (CuO, CuO2), copper-gallium oxide (CuGaO2), zinc-rhodium oxide (ZnRh2O4), nickel oxide (NiO), cobalt oxide (CoO), copper aluminate (CuAlO2), strontium-copper oxide (SrCu2O2), nickel oxide-lithium complex (NiO:Li), copper oxide-lithium complex (CuO:Li, Cu2O:Li), zinc oxide-indium-nitrogen complex or zinc oxide-beryllium-nitrogen complex.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the manufacturing method of oxide semiconductor electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of manufacturing method of oxide semiconductor electrode.(Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A hardenable fluoro polyether-rubber composition contains polyfluoro dialkenyl compound (A) having alkenyl group in both terminal of molecular chain, fluorine modified organosilicon compound (B) having 2 or more hydrogen atom coupled to silicon atom in a molecule, platinum-group compound catalyst (C) and hydrophobic silica powder (D) which is subjected to hydrophobization-treatment performed using dihydroxy polysiloxane.    USE - For rubber product such as diaphragm, valve, O-ring, oil seal, gasket, packing, joint, and face seal used for motor vehicles, chemical processing plants, inkjet printers, semiconductor production lines, analysis-physics and chemistry machines, medical machines, aircrafts and fuel cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The cured material of the hardenable fluoro polyether-rubber composition has excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, solvent resistance and low-temperature characteristics. The rubber product with the cured material has excellent strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hardenable fluoro polyether-rubber composition contains polyfluoro dialkenyl compound (A) having alkenyl group in both terminals of molecular chain; fluorine modified organosilicon compound (B) having 2 or more hydrogen atom coupled to silicon atom in a molecule; platinum-group compound catalyst (C); and hydrophobic silica powder (D) which is subjected to hydrophobization-treatment performed using dihydroxy polysiloxane. Component (D) has Brunauer Emmett Teller (BET) specific surface area of more than 50 m2/g and hydrophobization degree of 65 or more.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for rubber product, which consists of cured material of the hardenable fluoro polyether-rubber composition.
NOVELTY - The glass substrate is heated in a temperature range of 500-550degreesC, before laminating electric power generation layer on glass substrate, so that the strength of the glass substrate in the range of 1.20-1.70 times of strength of soda lime glass. The glass substrate is then cooled and an electric power generation layer is formed on substrate.    USE - For solar cell such as amorphous silicon solar cell, fine crystal silicon solar cell and thin film polycrystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy division of solar cell panel, by heating glass substrate before laminating electric power generation layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for half strengthening method of glass substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph illustrating characteristic of glass substrate, after steel ball drop test. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Preparation of substrate useful for solar cells by elctrodeposition onto a mechanical carrier having a crack- and pore-free diffusion barrier Cr layer of thickness 0.1-10 micron and a crack- and-pore free back contact layer in Mo or Mo alloy of layer thickness 0.1-10 micron.    USE - The substrate is useful in solar cell technology.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides for preparation of crack- and pore-free layers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a solar cell substrate as described above.
NOVELTY - A c-silicon-based cell is made by placing a c-silicon or polysilicon wafer into a chemical vapor deposition reaction chamber under a low vacuum condition and heating the substrate; passing mixing gases comprising ammonia and hydrogen at a low vacuum pressure for a time and at a flow rate to enable growth of an a-silicon:hydrogen layer to increase minority charge carrier lifetime of c-silicon polysilicon cell; and flowing silane over the wafer.    USE - For making a c-silicon-based cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the minority carrier's lifetime of c-silicon based solar cells by providing a surface treatment prior to deposition of a thin a-silicon:hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a diffuse-junction silicon solar cell comprising a c-silicon or polysilicon wafer with a top surface passivation layer of a-silicon:hydrogen grown using silane after treatment of the c-silicon or polysilicon wafer with a mixture of ammonia and hydrogen.
NOVELTY - A proton conductor (3) comprises an ionic liquid having zwitterion in which anion and cation coexist in the same molecule, and a proton donor.    USE - For fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The proton conductor does not disperse during operation of fuel cell, and eliminates the use of recovery and re-supply system. The conductor is stable during operation of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell (1) obtained using the proton conductor; and    (2) ionic liquid containing zwitterion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional drawing of the single cell structure of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    proton conductor (3)    catalyst layer (9)    gas diffusion layer (11)    separator (15)
NOVELTY - The photoconductivity enhancer consists of atom-encapsulated fullerene.    USE - For photoelectric-conversion material for photoelectric-conversion apparatus such as photosensor and photoelectric cell (both claimed) such as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric-conversion material having improved photoconductivity and photoelectric conversion efficiency, is formed economically using the photoconductivity enhancer. The production efficiency of endohedral fullerene is improved economically, by inclusion of lithium atom. The photoelectric cell and photosensor having high sensitivity and improved energy conversion efficiency are provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) photoelectric-conversion material containing photoconductivity enhancer;    (2) photoelectric-conversion apparatus; and    (3) manufacture of photoelectric-conversion material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the measurement data of photoelectric-current spectrum. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A copolymer contains oxyethylene as a main chain and imidazolium substituents in side chains.    USE - For nonvolatile electrolyte composition for a dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive copolymer, when dissolved in imidazole-based ionic liquid in concentration of 30%, maintains its photoelectric conversion efficiency and improves its viscosity by 40 times of more, thus improving the processability in producing a device. It has excellent properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A copolymer contains oxyethylene as a main chain and imidazolium substituents in side chains, and is of formula (3)    x, y=molar ratios;    x+y=1;    x=0.2-0.8;    n=1-12;    R1 and R2=1-12C alkyl;    X=Cl or I    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a method of preparing a copolymer of formula (3-2) containing iodized imidazolium substituents in side chains, comprising introducing an imidazole group into a copolymer of formula -(-CH2-CH2O-)x-(-C((CH2)nCl)H-CH2O-)y (formula 1) to synthesize a copolymer of formula (2), and reacting the synthesized copolymer with alkylimidazolium to synthesize the copolymer (3-2);    (B) a nonvolatile electrolyte composition for a dye-sensitized solar cell, containing the inventive copolymer; and    (C) a dye-sensitized solar cell containing the electrolyte composition
NOVELTY - Producing a fine particulate titanium dioxide (I) involves oxidizing a titanium tetrachloride-containing gas (A1) at high-temperature in presence of an oxidative gas to produce a titanium dioxide powder; and contacting water vapor with the titanium dioxide powder while rolling the powder in a heating furnace to effecting dechlorination and at the same time increasing the adsorbed water.    USE - As a perovskite compound, dielectric raw material, photocatalyst material, cosmetic material, solar cell material and additive for silicone rubber (claimed). The powder can be used for a pigment of various compositions, photocatalyst, UV-shielding cosmetic material, UV-shielding clothing, deodorant clothing, filler material for UV shielding, and additive for various products such as silicone rubber.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides the fine particulate titanium dioxide having a BET specific surface area of 10 - 200 m2/g. When a powder of the titanium dioxide (2 - 5 g) is spread in a 10 cm-diameter glass-made Petri dish to a uniform thickness and left standing in an environment at 20 degrees C at relative humidity of 80 % for 5 hours, and the rate of change of mass based on the mass before standing is -5 - 5 mass%.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Producing a fine particulate titanium dioxide (I) involves either oxidizing a titanium tetrachloride-containing gas (A1) at high-temperature in presence of an oxidative gas to produce a titanium dioxide powder; and contacting water vapor with the titanium dioxide powder while rolling the powder in a heating furnace to effecting dechlorination and at the same time increasing the adsorbed water; or spraying water droplets having a liquid droplet diameter of 5 - 500 microns at the time of packing the powder in a resin bag, and closing and then storing the bag.
NOVELTY - A transparent conductor (1) consists of a specific metal oxide having anatase-type crystal structure.    USE - For transparent electrode, solar cell, such as dye sensitizing solar cell, light-emitting element and display panel (all claimed) such as plasma display panel, field emission display, optical touch panel, electroluminescent display, electromagnetic induction-type touch panel and ultrasonic-type touch panel, optical filter and electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductor has improved electrical conductivity and transparency, and provides liquid crystal display panel having compact size and favorable durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A transparent conductor consists of a metal oxide of formula: M:TiO2. The metal oxide has anatase-type crystal structure. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) transparent electrode, which has the transparent conductor;    (2) solar cell, which has the transparent conductor;    (3) light-emitting element, which has the transparent conductor; and    (4) display panel, which has the transparent conductor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of lamination of metal oxide layer and base material.    transparent conductor (1)    substrate (11)    metal oxide layer (12)
NOVELTY - The cell has concave-shaped portion (9) whose opening width (W) is in the range of 0.5-5.0 microns. The ratio of opening width to depth (H) of concave-shaped portion is in the range of 0.3-3.0 microns. The occupied-area rate of mutual region (10) of concave-shaped portion is in the range of 1-40% with respect to the surface area of P-type polycrystalline silicon substrate (1).    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Highly efficient solar cell can be manufactured easily, since curve factor of the solar cell is improved, so that conversion efficiency of the solar cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the corrugated structure of the semiconductor substrate in solar cell.    P-type polycrystalline-silicon substrate (1)    concave-shaped portion (9)    mutual region (10)    depth (H)    opening width (W)
NOVELTY - A cutting guide (3) which is sucked to magnet is stuck to surface of silicon ingot (1) in shape of square division for silicon-wafer manufacture. Cutting guide clamp face of silicon ingot is mounted and attached on table (5) which incorporated magnet. A dicing saw (7) cut silicon block in predetermined size in shape of square division of cutting guide. End face of obtained silicon block is etched, and sliced to obtain silicon wafer.    USE - For processing silicon wafer such as integrated circuit (IC) and large scale integrated circuit (LSI) used for manufacture of solar cell module and solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides the processed silicon wafer, without residual stress and chipping on silicon block or surface of silicon block. The solar cell panel is manufactured efficiently with high yield using the processed silicon wafer, without damage of the silicon wafer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline perspective diagram of the processing method of the silicon wafer at the time of cutting of the silicon block.    silicon ingot (1)    cutting guide (3)    table (5)    disk-shaped dicing saw (7)
NOVELTY - The semiconductor is formed by making a silicon substrate to grow different types of thin semiconductor crystals, forming silica (3) between silicon (1) and heterogenous crystal with the ion implantation of oxygen, and separating amorphous silicon and heterogenous crystal which are produced by further crystal growth after heat processing.    USE - For semiconductor device such as semiconductor laser, electronic device, integration device and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor has improved quality and exhibits high performance efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor; and    (2) semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the preparation of semiconductor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Silicon (1)    Gallium arsenide (2)    Silica (3)
NOVELTY - An external piping (C) arranged between modules (A,B) of the battery (1), has removable module connecting pipings (C1,C2) between joint pipes (A9,B9) on anode outbound path pipes (A4,B4) and joint points (B29,A29) on cathode inbound path pipes (B7,A7), respectively, and removable module connecting piping (C3) between cathode electrolyte tanks (A2,B2) of battery modules.    USE - For load equalization.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte liquid is supplied between the battery modules, reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for redox flow battery operation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the redox flow battery.    battery (1)    modules (A,B)    joint pipes (A9,B9,A29,B29)    cathode electrolyte tanks (A2,B2)    anode outbound path pipes (A4,B4)    cathode inbound path pipes (A7,B7)    external piping (C)    connecting pipings (C1,C2,C3)
NOVELTY - Transparent electrically conductive film has an indium tin oxide film with thickness of 300 nm or more, strong orientation on the surface (400) and haze of 3.5-70 %.    USE - For dye sensitizing solar cell (claimed) and liquid crystal display element.    ADVANTAGE - Transparent electrically conductive film has excellent electroconductivity, transmittance, haze and low specific resistance. The dye sensitizing solar cell formed using the conductive film has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and light transmittance. The manufacture of conductive film enables formation of transparent conductive film with high transmittance, favorable haze rate and sufficient thickness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) manufacture of transparent electrically conductive film which involves forming indium tin oxide film using starting material liquid having concentration of 0.3-1 mol/l by spray thermal decomposition, and forming strong orientation surface (400); and    (b) dye sensitizing solar cell which uses above indium tin oxide film having transmittance of 70 % or more and haze of 10 % or more as transparent electrode.
NOVELTY - Fuel cell electric power generation system has a fuel cell main portion (1), a hot water storage tank (2), and heating units (10,11). The fuel cell main portion generates electric power using fuel containing hydrogen. The tank (2) stores warm water heated with heat generation accompanied with electric power generation of main portion. The heating unit heats warm water.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel electric power generation system has reduced size and weight, and economically and quickly enables generation of electric power. The fuel electric power generation system has high electric power generation efficiency and heat recovery efficiency, and excellent safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: generation of warm water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell main portion (1)    hot water storage tank (2)    anode portion (3)    cathode portion (4)    heating units (10,11)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen gas generator has iron storage case (10,11), water or water vapor inlet portion (4), hydrogen gas outlet portion (5), storage case (11) and iron inlet portion. The hydrogen gas is generated by reacting water or water vapor, and iron. The iron inlet portion supplies iron accommodated in case (11) and reacts air and iron. The heat generated by reaction of air and iron in case (11) is transmitted to case (10).    USE - For generating hydrogen gas used for fuel cell used as power supply for portable apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas generator has reduced size and favorable maintenance property. The hydrogen gas is efficiently generated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen gas generator has a storage case (10) for accommodating iron (12), inlet portion for supplying water or water vapor to case (10), outlet portion (5) for ejecting generated hydrogen gas, storage case (11), and iron inlet portion. The hydrogen gas is generated by reacting water or water vapor, and iron. The case (10) has shape extended in longitudinal direction. The case (11) accommodates iron, has shape extended in longitudinal direction, and is adjacent to case (10). The iron inlet portion supplies iron accommodated in case (11) and reacts air and iron. The heat generated by reaction of air and iron in case (11) is transmitted to case (10).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen gas generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of internal structure of hydrogen gas generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water or water vapor inlet portion (4)    hydrogen gas outlet portion (5)    storage cases (10, 11)    opening (11a)    iron (12, 13)
NOVELTY - The reactor (1) has low radiation component (12) arranged between reaction portion (I) and reaction portion (II), and through hole provided along thickness direction. The reaction temperature of reaction portion (II) is lesser than the reaction temperature of reaction portion (I).    USE - For fuel cell system used as power supply for desk top personal computer, notebook type personal computer, mobile phone, personal digital assistant, electronic notebook, wrist watch, digital still camera, digital camcorder, game machine device, game machine, domestic electric equipment and electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is compact and enables effective chemical reaction of fuel at favorable reaction condition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional side view of the reactor.    reactor (1)    fuel supply (5)    substrate (7a)    supporting material (8a)    low radiation component (12)
NOVELTY - Dye-sensitized solar cell has transparent electrically conductive film (2) and porous semiconductor layer (3) sequentially at surface of transparent substrate (1), counter electrode (13), and an oxidation-reduction property electrolyte clamped between film (2) and electrode. Oxidation-reduction property electrolyte is supported by polymer compound (8) having 2 or more types of functional group in inside of polymer chain or terminal.    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Dye-sensitized solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Dye-sensitized solar cell has a porous semiconductor layer formed on a transparent substrate, a transparent electrically conductive film formed at the surface of the transparent substrate, a counter electrode, and an oxidation-reduction property electrolyte clamped between transparent electrically conductive film and counter electrode. The porous semiconductor layer is adsorbed with a pigment. The oxidation-reduction property electrolyte is supported by a polymer compound having two or more types of functional group, which is absent in raw material monomer, in inside of a polymer chain or terminal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    transparent substrate (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (2)    porous semiconductor (3)    polymer compound (8)    counter electrode (13)
NOVELTY - The flat conductor (1) contains aluminum or its alloy material having purity of 99%, tensile strength of less than 80 MPa at normal temperature, electroconductivity of greater than 60% IACS and 0.2% resistance of less than 40 MPa.    USE - For forming lead wire (claimed) of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The flat conductor is inexpensive and suppresses deformation or damage of silicon crystal wafer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Copper plating is performed to the surface of flat conductor.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for lead wire for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows section of lead wire. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Conductor (1)    Solder metal plating (12)    Lead wire (50)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module satisfies specific equations using parameters such as operating voltage (Vop), operating current (Iop), reverse direction voltage (Vr) and reverse direction leakage current (Ir). The specific equations are: 0.7 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.9 Iop during Vr = 10 Vop; 0.4 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.8 Iop during Vr = 5 Vop; 4.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 0.9 Vop during Ir = 0.8 Iop; and 3.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 5Vop during Ir = 0.4 Iop.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains production of electricity of solar cell module efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the amorphous silicon solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell module (10)    Steel plate (11)    Insulation adhesion resin (12,14)    Solar cell element (13)    Transparent weatherproofing resin (15)
NOVELTY - Solar cell module comprises a current collection hole (H2) whose side face and peripheral portion are coated with an electrically insulating material.    USE - Thin-film solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Increases lifetime of the solar cell and suppresses the reduction in the output of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of manufacturing thin-film solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    electrodes (E1,E2)    photoelectric conversion layer (P)    resin sealing material (J1,J2)    substrate (S)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic element (1) has a photoelectric converting layer on a flexible substrate, and a component protruding to light-receiving surface and/or non-light receiving surface. A component having same thickness as total thickness of component protruding at light-receiving surface or non-light receiving surface is provided in center section of the element.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic element is stored compactly and conveyed easily without producing curves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the mode of the photovoltaic element.    photovoltaic element (1)    stainless steel substrate (2)    current collection electrode (3)    cathode bus bar electrode (4)    anode bus bar electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to light nanometer composite hydrogen storage material, which comprises Mg and multi-wall nanometer carbon tube (MWNTs) and the composition expression is Mg/(x-wt%)MWNTs, here 0less thanxless than or equal to50. The Mg nanometer crystal is hydrogenated to form large quantity of hydrogenation phase MgH2 of nanometer structure and catalysis phase of multi-wall nanometer carbon tube debris. These three phases tightly connect to each other, forming uniform dispersion distribution. The preparation method involves: mixing Mg powder with multi-wall nanometer carbon tube and then ball-grinding in hydrogen atmosphere to undertake catalysis reaction. The method combines the preparation, activation and hydrogenation of composite material in one process.    USE - It can be used for the mass production, storage and transportation of hydrogen, the hydrogen carrier of fuel cell, the purge and purification of hydrogen, and organic hydrogenation engineering.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has the advantages of high power of the storage and release of hydrogen, high velocity of the absorption and release of hydrogen, moderate operation temperature, low weight, low production cost, abound resources and safety in storage and transportation.
NOVELTY - New type catalysis counter electrode and preparation method. The counter electrode is prepared through following steps: fixing a layer of nickel base alloy on side face of the substrate, and fixing metal layer in ultrathin on external side face of the nickel base alloy.    USE - For solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Nickel base alloy possesses high light reflectivity and high conductivity. Ultrathin metal layer possesses high activity of electrocatalysis for oxidation-reduction reaction of iodine. Combination of both features is able to raise light absorption efficiency of battery, lowers ohm loss and electrochemical polarization loss to raise photoelectric conversion efficiency. The disclosed counter electrode possesses good stability in corrosion operation environment of battery. Counter electrode is suitable to dye sensitized solar cell specially.
NOVELTY - A nanotube of noble metal (Ag, Pd, Pt, Ru, or Pt-Pd) has open ends, 60 microns in length, 180-220 nm in external diameter, and 120-200 sq.m/g in specific surface area. It is prepared by aluminium oxide template method.    USE - For bearing oxygen, catalysis and fuel battery.
NOVELTY - Composite hose (10) comprises a corrugated metal tube (20) as a barrier layer against permeation of conveyed fluid, an elastic filler (22) penetrating in each valley gap on an outer peripheral side of the corrugated metal tube, between corrugation hills of the corrugated metal tube, and reinforcing layer formed by braiding or spirally winding a reinforcing wire member on an outer peripheral side of the elastic filler.    USE - For use in conveying fuel in cars, conveying refrigerant, or conveying fuel of cell e.g. hydrogen gas used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has corrugated metal tube that has excellent fatigue endurance or fatigue durability. It can solve the problem, e.g. problem that a stress is concentrated on a side portion or intermediate side portion between a corrugation hill and a corrugation valley of the corrugated metal tube resulting in fatigue crack initiation on the side portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of a composite hose with corrugated metal tube.    Composite hose (10)    Hose body (12)    Joint fitting (14)    Insert fitting (16)    Socket fitting (18)    Corrugated metal tube (20)    Elastic filler (22)    Reinforcing layers (24,28)    Middle rubber layer (26)    Outer surface rubber layer (30)    Straight-walled portion (34)
NOVELTY - Solar cell module has a solar cell element (1) sealed with an organic polymer resin (4,5) at light receiving surface side. Resin is obtained using ultraviolet absorber, organic compound, stabilizer and cross-linking agent. Concentration of absorber in resin coated on portion(s) (P) of photoelectric conversion active region of element, and portion other than portion (P) is 0.01 weight % or less and 0.1 weight % or more, respectively.    USE - As solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Solar cell module has high reliability. The photodegradation of resin material provided at light receiving surface side is reduced. The yellowing of organic polymer resin is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar cell module has a solar cell element (1) sealed with an organic polymer resin (4,5) at light receiving surface side, and a transparent material (2). The polymer resin is obtained using an ultraviolet absorber, an organic compound, a hindered amine light stabilizer and a cross-linking agent containing organic peroxide. The concentration of absorber in the resin coated on at least one portion of photoelectric conversion active region of solar cell element is 0.01 weight % or less. The concentration of absorber in the resin coated on at least one portion other than photoelectric conversion active region of solar cell element is 0.1 weight % or more.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic plan view and outline sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell element (1)    transparent material (2)    organic polymeric resin (4,5)    bus-bar electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The semiconductor device has silicon substrate and electrode formed by baking aluminum-powder-containing paste material, arranged directly contacting the substrate. The electrode contains silicon (0.1-5 wt.%) with respect to aluminum. The electrode has defect suppression function of the substrate surface.    USE - As solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor device has improved energy conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor device;    (2) solar cell; and    (3) manufacture of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of a silicon solar cell.    p-type silicon substrate (1)    n+ layer (2)    reverse side electrode (3)    p+ layer (4)    surface electrode (5)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module consists of light receiving surface side of solar cell element (1) sealed by organic polymeric resin (4), and transparent component (2). The polymeric resin contains hindered amine type light stabilizer, cross-linking agent containing organic peroxide and ultraviolet absorber (0.01 wt.% or less) containing organic compound.    USE - Used as solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module with high reliability even when used outdoors for a long period of time, is provided. The reverse-side protection component protects the solar cell element, prevents the penetration of humidity and maintains favorable electrical insulation property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic of the outline sectional drawing of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell element (1)    transparent component (2)    reverse-side protection component (3)    organic polymer resin for surface sealing (4)    organic polymer resin for reverse-side sealing (5)
NOVELTY - The optoelectric transducer (1) has a photoelectric conversion layer (2), and contains electric field formation substance (4). The substance (4) forms electric field in layer (2) by giving light of predetermined wavelength having more energy than the band gap of layer (2). The light energy in injected into layer (2) from surface side along thickness direction, and permeated. The layer (2) converts light energy into electrical energy.    USE - For photodiode and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The optoelectric transducer has simple structure and excellent efficiency in converting light energy into electrical energy. The light energy is used effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of structure of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    optoelectric transducer (1)    photoelectric conversion layer (2)    transparent electrode (3)    electric field formation substance (4)    microparticles (11)    surface (13)
NOVELTY - The electrode has an auxiliary electrode (12) which consists of mesh or metal of an alloy, a semiconductor film (13), and a transparent electrically conductive film (14), formed sequentially on a base film (11).    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrode has excellent durability and reliability. Corrosion by electrolyte liquid of auxiliary electrode, is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The semiconductor film consists of metal oxide such as titanium oxide, niobium oxide, magnesium oxide, silicon oxide and aluminum oxide. The auxiliary electrode consists of aluminum, copper and/or silver. The transparent electrode film is indium tin oxide, aluminum tin oxide, aluminum zinc oxide or gallium zinc oxide film. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye-sensitized solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective view of electrode for dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrode (10a)    base film (11)    auxiliary electrode (12)    transparent semiconductor film (13)    transparent electrically conductive film (14)
NOVELTY - The structure has a concave portion of area between 10% and 90% with respect to effective area of reflection prevention surface. The concave portions consists of a number of units of different shapes. The average depth of a unit is between 30 nm and 200 nm and average diameter is between 80 nm and 400 nm. The units are arranged irregularly in the concave portions.    USE - For preventing reflection in display apparatus (claimed) of information technology equipment such as television, computer, mobile phone and information terminal, solar cell panel (claimed), window glass, mirror and in photoreceiving position of optical element (claimed) e.g. lens and optical filter.    ADVANTAGE - A structure with outstanding reflection prevention property is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) optical element;    (b) display apparatus;    (c) solar cell panel;    (d) pattern for forming reflection prevention structure; and    (e) manufacturing method of forming reflection prevention structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the reflection prevention surface.    board (1)    sheet (2)    microparticles (3)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (20) for taking electric output of the solar cell element (21a,21b) is provided at the rear side of the solar cell element in which an adhesive agent is applied in the contact area between the lead wire and the solar cell element.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents air bubble formation in the lamination and prevents gap between solar cell element and the lead wire so improving the reliability and external appearance of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar cell module attached with lead wires.    Lead wire (20)    Solar cell elements (21a,21b)    Connection tabs (22a,22b)    Insulating material (25)    Electroconductive material attachment portion (26)    Binding wire (30)
NOVELTY - Washing of rubber article formed from non-polar rubber involves using supercritical or subcritical fluid.    USE - Used for e.g. hose (claimed) and gasket for fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The rubber article is washed efficiently and quickly at low temperature without degrading physical property of article. The method eliminates reduction of electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell system, poisoning of catalyst and production of bacteria, and is ecofriendly.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell has an electric-power-generation portion (100) with an electrolyte layer (20), provided between cathode and anode (30). Fuel is stored in a fuel storage portion (210), and a pressure application portion (300) applies pressure with respect to stored fuel. A non-porous film (220) which allows only the permeation of the gas generated by the anode when pressure is applied, is provided in the fuel storage portion.    USE - For portable electronic devices, such as mobile telephones and PDA.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has excellent operational efficiency. The gas generated by the anode is emitted to the exterior of the fuel storage portion, and the leakage of fuel is prevented. The anode is dipped with the fuel without being based on the direction of the portable electronic device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell has a cathode which reduces oxygen and an anode (30) which oxidizes a fuel. An electric-power-generation portion (100) having an electrolyte layer (20) is provided between the cathode and anode. Fuel is stored in a fuel storage portion (210), and a pressure application portion (300) applies pressure with respect to the stored fuel. A non-porous film (220) which allows only the permeation of the gas generated by the anode when pressure is applied, is provided in the fuel storage portion. The non-porous film uses silicone or polyimide. The fuel is liquid fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded perspective view of the fuel cell.    electrolyte layer (20)    anode (30)    electric-power-generation portion (100)    fuel storage portion (210)    non-porous film (220)    pressure application portion (300)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen supply apparatus (1) has a pressure vessel (3) in which solid polymer-type water electrolyzer (2) is accommodated, a compressor (34) and a dispenser (38). The pressure vessel is maintained at predetermined pressure and has design pressure of 5-20 MPa. The compressor increases pressure of hydrogen gas ejected from pressure vessel. The dispenser supplies pressure raised hydrogen gas.    USE - For supplying hydrogen used for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen supply apparatus is economical, and enables to produce high-pressure hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen supply apparatus (1) has a pressure vessel (3) in which solid polymer-type water electrolyzer (2) is accommodated, a compressor (34) and a dispenser (38). The electrolyzer carries out electrolysis of water using solid polymer film, and generates oxygen in anode and hydrogen in cathode. The pressure vessel is maintained at predetermined pressure and has design pressure of 5-20 MPa. The compressor increases pressure of hydrogen gas ejected from pressure vessel. The dispenser supplies pressure raised hydrogen gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen supply apparatus (1)    solid polymer type water electrolyzer (2)    pressure vessel (3)    compressor (34)    dispenser (38)
NOVELTY - An amphiphilic porphyrin fullerene dimer, is new.    USE - For forming nanotube structure used for opto nano device, solar cell material, casting mold of conductive wire, inorganic organic composite material etc.    ADVANTAGE - The porphyrin fluorine dimer has amphiphilic property and hydrophobic effect. Self-integration is carried out by strong pi to pi-bonding between porphyrin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An amphiphilic porphyrin fullerene dimer of formula (I), is new.    R1-R3 = H or hydrophilic group;    R4 = alkyl group; and    R5 = linker group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for self-integration material of nano size formed in the solution which consists of the dimer and a solvent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows ultraviolet-visible absorption spectrum of nanotube which consists of amphiphilic porphyrin fullerene compound. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A functional organic thin film has a monolayer formed using pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound.    USE - As electric material, as electroconductive material to devices such as organic thin film transistor, solar cell, fuel cell and sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The crystal structure with stable pi-electron conjugation system portion is obtained without destroying the crystal structure by introduction of aliphatic hydrocarbon in the film. The organic silane compound of high crystallinity degree, stability and dense packing characteristic is obtained. The movement of the carrier is smoothly performed by favorable conduction between compounds molecule and high electroconductivity is achieved along molecular axis direction. The organic silane compound having high solubility in non-aqueous solvent is manufactured conveniently, and prevents physical peeling when formed as film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A functional organic thin film has a monolayer formed using pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound of formula A-B-C-SiX1X2X3.    A=1-15C monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon optionally substituted with halogen atom or hydrogen atom;    B=oxygen atom or sulfur atom;    C=divalent organic group which shows pi-electron conjugation;and    X1-X3=group which gives hydroxyl group by hydrolysis.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of functional organic thin film. The silyl group in the pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound is hydrolyzed and is made to react with a board surface. The monolayer directly adsorbed to the board is formed. The unreacted organic silane compound on the monolayer is removed using a non-aqueous organic solvent.
NOVELTY - The titanate is hydrothermally processed, and a titanium oxide nanotube structure is obtained.    USE - For manufacturing titanium oxide nanotube structure used as photoelectrode of dye sensitized solar cell, photocatalyst, and electronic materials. Also used for pigment, coating material, adsorption agent and decorative material.    ADVANTAGE - The method simply, eco-friendly and economically provides titanium oxide nanotube structure, without using high-concentration aqueous alkali solution, organic solvent and surfactant.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for titanium oxide nanotube structure.
NOVELTY - The brazing material (1) is manufactured by integrating a core material (2) and a covering material (3) covered on the core material, and alloying. The covering material has at least one layer. The brazing material comprises metal or alloy having melting point lower than the melting point of outer layer of the covering material.    USE - For carrying out brazing joining of another component through brazing material, used for brazed product (claimed) such as heat exchanger (cooler for exhaust gas recirculation and fuel cell modifier), and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The brazing material has excellent handleability during brazing, workability, fluidity, oxidation resistance, productivity and corrosion resistance, and is manufactured economically. The brazing material improves reliability and joint strength of junction portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for brazed product.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of brazing material.    brazing material (1)    core material (2)    covering material (3)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell cartridge (1) comprises a fuel reservoir (1a) configured to reserve a fuel to be supplied to a fuel-cell power generation part; and a water-absorber configured to absorb water formed in the fuel cell power generation part. The water-absorber is arranged at least on part of an outer surface of the fuel cell cartridge.    USE - For use in a fuel cell system for an electrical apparatus, e.g. mobile phones, cradles for mobile phones, personal computers, digital cameras, portable audio apparatus, MP3 players, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and toys (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell cartridge has a simple structure. It is easily handled. It can easily and reliably recover water formed in the fuel cell. It allows the recovered water to be easily disposed of upon recharge of the fuel and exhibits good recyclability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) fuel cell system comprising a fuel-cell power generation part (50) comprising at least a fuel electrode, a solid electrolyte and an air electrode (51); and the fuel cell cartridge;    (b) electrical apparatus comprising the fuel cell system; and    (c) a method for recovering water formed in a fuel cell system comprising the step of allowing water-absorber configured to absorb water formed in a fuel cell system, where the fuel cell cartridge serves to supply a fuel to a fuel cell power generation part in the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic perspective view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell cartridge (1)    Fuel reservoir (1a)    Water-absorptive component (2)    Nozzle (3)    Funnel component (4)    Nozzle auxiliary mechanism (5)    Fuel interface (6)    Fuel-cell power generation part (50)    Air electrode (51)    Fuel electrode current collector (57)
NOVELTY - Recycling fuel cell components containing fluorine-containing and precious metal-containing constituents, by separating the fluorine-containing constituents from the precious metal-containing constituents by treatment with a medium present in the supercritical state.    USE - The method is used for recycling fuel cell components containing fluorine-containing and precious metal-containing constituents, in particular for recovering precious metals from fuel cell components or for recovering fluorine-containing compounds from fuel cell components. The fuel cell components are membranes coated with catalyst on side(s), catalyst-coated gas diffusion layers (GDLs), membrane-electrode units (MEUs), MEUs with integrated bipolar plates, polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell stacks, separated-off catalyst layers, paste residues, catalyst inks, catalyst residues and intermediate products and/or rejects from the manufacture of MEUs, catalyst coated membranes, or GDLs. (all claimed)    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, versatile and environmentally friendly and causes no fluorine emissions or solvent emissions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematically the inventive method for the inventive method for recycling fuel cell components containing fluorine-containing and precious metal-containing constituents.
NOVELTY - Improving performance of a magnetically modified fuel cell comprising an anode, cathode and polymer electrolyte membrane between them involves contacting the anode with a reformate fuel stream containing oxygen to increase carbon monoxide tolerance of the fuel cell. The anode and cathode comprises an electrically conducting material having a catalytic material containing at least one catalyst on at least a portion of a first surface.    USE - For improving performance of magnetically modified fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Increases carbon monoxide tolerance of the fuel cell. The modifying process enhances hydration of the membrane; and reduces the thickness of the membrane, where the maximum thickness of the polymer electrolyte membrane is less than 20 (preferably less than 7, more preferably 2, especially 1) mils.
NOVELTY - Polymer-modified nanoparticles are obtained by modifying the surface of metal oxide nanoparticles or metal sulfide nanoparticles having number average particle diameter of 100 nm or less with a polymer. The polymer is obtained by reversible addition-elimination chain transfer polymerization using thiocarbonylthio compound as chain transfer agent.    USE - For fluorescent substance for display, optoelectronic transducer, light emitting diode, wavelength conversion material, ultraviolet-ray shielding material, dye sensitized solar cell, fluorescent paint, fluorescent film, phosphorescent film, trace-component detection reagent, analytical reagent, drug delivery system, quantum transistor, quantum-dot laser, light-emitting material for display, varistor and catalyst.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer-modified nanoparticles are produced economically. The nanoparticles are stable for long period of time without aggregation. The durability of light emitting diode and display is improved by using the polymer-modified nanoparticles. The modified nanoparticles are excellent in compatibility with various solvent and resin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for transparent colloidal solution containing polymer-modified nanoparticles.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises several individual fuel cells (1) arranged in series. Each consists of a cathode / electrolyte / anode unit between an electrically conducting support element (3) and an electrically conducting cover element (4) with the support element side treated with gas. The cells are arranged so the units are on a common plane and, for two adjacent cells, the support element of the second cell forms a single component.    USE - The arrangement is used as a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement is efficient and economical.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fuel cells    fuel cells (1)    support element (3)    cover element (4)
NOVELTY - A process for applying a zinc sulphide layer onto a semiconductor substrate comprises chemical bath deposition, especially onto the absorber layer of a chalcopyrite thin film solar cell. The substrate is dipped into a solution of zinc sulphate and thiourea in distilled water at a temperature of 70-90oC for about 10 minutes. The solution is clarified with 25% ammonia, and the temperature is held constant.    USE - The process is used to apply a zinc sulphide layer onto a semiconductor substrate.    ADVANTAGE - The process is environmentally friendly.
NOVELTY - A 1-monoacyldipyrromethane-boron complex is new.    USE - For preparation of porphyrin and 1,9-diacyldipyrromethane metal complex; and for preparation of 1-acyl-9-substituted dipyrromethane boron complex useful as chlorin eastern half (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ability to complex the 1-acyldipyrromethanes greatly facilitates purification and enables synthesis of 1-acyldipyrromethanes at the multigram scale.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A 1-monoacyldipyrromethane-boron complex of formula DMR1R2 (I) is new.    DH=1-monoacyldipyrromethane;    M=boron;and    R1 and R2=alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl or aryl (all optionally substituted by at least one substituent selected from alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, alkoxy, alkylcarbonyl, alkylcarbonyloxy, alkylsulfinyl, alkylsulfonyl, alkylthio, halo, cyano, nitro, sulfo, oxo, formyl, azido, and carbamoyl).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) preparation of metal complex (I);    (2) preparation (M1) of porphyrin involving reducing the 1-monoacyldipyrromethane in (I) without prior decomplexation of the boron;    (3) preparation (M2) of 1,9-diacyldipyrromethane metal complex involving acylating the 1-monoacyldipyrromethane in (I) at the 9 position with a pyridyl thioate Mukaiyama reagent in the presence of a Grignard reagent, and optionally a base, where the conjugate acid of the base has a pKa greater than that of the conjugate acid of the nonacylated pyrrole group in the 1-monoacyldipyrromethane; and    (4) preparation (M3) of a compound useful as a chlorin eastern half involving substituting the 1-monoacyldipyrromethane in (I) at the 9 position with halo, alkoxy or acetoxy to produce a 1-acyl-9-substituted dipyrromethane boron complex.
NOVELTY - Forming doped regions in a substrate of a back side contact solar cell comprises depositing a first doped oxide layer on a back side of a substrate; diffusing a first dopant from the first doped oxide layer into the substrate to form a first doped region of a solar cell in the substrate; and diffusing a second dopant into the substrate by way of a front side of the substrate in-situ with the diffusion of the first dopant from the first layer.    USE - For manufacturing a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention simplifies the fabrication of solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Forming doped regions in a substrate of a back side contact solar cell comprises depositing a first doped oxide layer (104) on a back side of a substrate (102); depositing a first undoped oxide layer (106) over the first doped oxide layer; diffusing a first dopant from the first doped oxide layer into the substrate to form a first doped region of a solar cell in the substrate; and diffusing a second dopant into the substrate by way of a front side (101B) of the substrate. The diffusion of the first dopant from the first doped oxide layer and the diffusion of the second dopant into the substrate are performed in-situ.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a solar cell of the invention.    Front side (101B)    Substrate (102)    First doped oxide layer (104)    First undoped oxide layer (106)    Second doped oxide layer (501)    Second undoped oxide layer (502)    P+ regions (702)    N+ regions (703)
NOVELTY - Physicochemical processing of surplus sludge (A) generated by processing organic wastewater biologically, is performed. The cytoplasmic membrane and cell wall of sludge microorganisms are destroyed. The sludge is solubilized and made utilizable by microorganism. The fuel source for microorganism fuel cell (18) is produced, and electric power is generated.    USE - For generating electric power from surplus sludge generated in bioreaction tank of sewage work.    ADVANTAGE - The surplus sludge is utilized easily in fuel cell, and electric power is produced efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the electric power generation method.    pre-processing tank (14)    heater (15)    microorganism fuel cell (18)    alkali tank (19)    surplus sludge (A)
NOVELTY - The water-vapor modification catalyst consists of an active ingredient supported on a support by impregnation method. Alkali treatment is performed using amount of alkali lesser than stoichiometric amount. A portion of the supported active ingredient is removed by subsequent reduction process, and the remaining active ingredient is retained on surface layer of support.    USE - For steam reforming of alcohol such as methanol, town gas, liquid petroleum gas, methane, ethane, propane and butane.    ADVANTAGE - The absolute quantity of active ingredient on surface layer of support, is increased. The catalyst activity of the support is improved. The catalyst has excellent durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the production of the water-vapor modification catalyst for hydrocarbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the result of the catalyst performance test of the catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A hydrocarbon degradation catalyst consists of magnesium, aluminum and nickel as constituent elements. The average particle diameter of metallic nickel microparticles in the catalyst is 1-10 nm. The content of metallic nickel is 0.1-40 wt.% with respect to the catalyst. The content of metallic nickel is 0.0007-0.342 with respect to total number of moles of metal ions comprising the catalyst.    USE - For hydrocarbon degradation to produce hydrogen (claimed) used as power supply of fuel cell for domestic industrial use and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent oxidation resistance and catalyst activity also in low temperature. The catalyst has excellent caulking-proof property. Hydrogen can be manufactured efficiently using the catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrocarbon degradation catalyst consists of magnesium, aluminum and nickel as constituent elements. The catalyst contains element(s) (E) chosen from alkali metal (excluding sodium), alkaline earth metal (excluding magnesium), zinc, cobalt, cerium, chromium, iron and lanthanum. The average particle diameter of metallic nickel microparticles in the catalyst is 1-10 nm. The content of metallic nickel is 0.1-40 wt.% with respect to the catalyst. The content of metallic nickel is 0.0007-0.342 with respect to total number of moles of metal ions comprising the catalyst.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of hydrogen, which involves contacting the hydrocarbon degradation catalyst, lower hydrocarbon gas and steam.
NOVELTY - The catalyst contains magnesium, aluminum, nickel and ruthenium as constituent elements. The metal ruthenium microparticles have average particle diameter of 1-10 nm. The content of metal ruthenium is 0.025-5 wt.% with respect to catalyst, and the content of metal ruthenium is 0.0001-0.025 with respect to sum total number of moles of magnesium, aluminum, nickel and ruthenium.    USE - For degradation of lower hydrocarbon gas such as methane, used for producing hydrogen (claimed) for fixed-bed fuel cell used as distributed power supply for motor vehicle, domestic and industrial uses, and used as carbon dioxide modification catalyst. Also used for hydrocarbon degradation of auto thermal reforming and partial oxidation.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent caulking-proof property, durability, sulfur poisoning-proof property and catalyst activity even at low temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst; and    (2) manufacture of hydrogen.
NOVELTY - The reactor has reaction main portion made of material formed by mixing silica (30% or less) with silicon carbide or silicon nitride (1). The reactor is used for performing zinc reduction of silicon tetrachloride using high purity zinc gas and high purity silicon tetrachloride gas.    USE - For manufacturing high purity silicon (claimed) used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The installation cost of reactor is reduced. The reactor has long life and does not impair the purity of the product.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The junction portion of the reactor is made airtight using silica material containing zinc oxide, silicone resin, polyester group resin or acrylic resin as binder. The periphery of the reactor is reinforced using heat resistant steel (2) such as Hastelloy or inconel.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of high purity silicon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an axial sectional view of reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    silicon carbide or silicon nitride (1)    heat resistant steel (2)    inner cylinder circular arc (3)
NOVELTY - An acrylic acid ester compound (1-3) is novel.    USE - As semiconductor material for organic devices, such as organic electroluminescent device, organic electrophotographic photoreceptor, organic thin film transistor and organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The acrylic acid ester compound has favorable radical polymerization property, charge transportability, excellent film formability, and is manufactured economically in less time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An acrylic acid ester compound of formulae (1-3) is novel.    Ra=H or methyl;    Rb=1-6C alkyl;    Rc-Re=optionally substituted 1-6C alkyl, optionally substituted alkoxy or optionally substituted aryl;    Rf,Rg=optionally substituted 1-6C alkyl or optionally substituted alkoxy group;    Ar1, Ar2=optionally substituted aryl;    i,j=0-4;    k,l=0-5;and    m,n=0-2.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the acrylic acid ester compound.
NOVELTY - The connection structure has a collector electrode (6) and a lead wire (11) fixed by fixing unit (7a) in contact state. The collector electrode, which uses a silicon as a substrate (1), is obtained by applying a paste containing aluminum at non-light-receiving-surface side, and baking the applied paste.    USE - For connecting electrode and lead wire of solar cell elements in solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The connection structure has excellent connection reliability, and prevents corrosion of silicon substrate by alloy layer of aluminum and silver. A highly reliable solar cell module with few secular changes is obtained using the connection structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show cross-sectional view of the connection structure of the solar cell element.    silicon substrate (1)    reverse-side electric-field region (4)    back-side collector electrode (6)    lead-wire supporter (7a)    lead wire (11)
NOVELTY - This invention discloses a process method for a silicon chip solar energy battery including the following six steps: front-channel chemical pretreatment, processing of semiconductor PN junction, etching circumference with ICP, depositing the silicon nitride (SiN) film, silk-screen printing the front and back electrodes, metallizing the front and back electrodes and burning through the SiN film, among which, silver aluminum (AgAl) pulp is applied for the printing at the aluminum (Al) pulp small window to ensure to get the structure of Al back field and realizes the compensation of trivalent Al to phosphor at the small window. This invention further optimizes the design to the depth of PN junction of the battery.
NOVELTY - The cluster-free amorphous silicon film has silicon-hydrogen coupling density of 10-2 atom% or less and volume fraction of large clusters of 10-1% or less. The large clusters have size of 1 nm or more.    USE - Used in electric power generation layer of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cluster-free amorphous silicon film improves the efficiency of the solar cell without producing photo degradation. The large clusters in the film can be removed economically without reducing the film forming speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of cluster-free amorphous silicon film; and    (2) apparatus (10) for manufacturing cluster-free amorphous silicon film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the apparatus for manufacturing cluster-free amorphous silicon film. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    apparatus for manufacturing cluster-free amorphous silicon film (10)    reaction container (11)    gas introduction tube (12)    substrate holder (13)    substrate (17)
NOVELTY - A catalyst comprises a platinum-gold-transition metal alloy.    USE - Used in an electrode, a catalyzed membrane or a membrane electrode assembly (claimed). The electrode is used as cathode of fuel cells e.g. acid electrolyte fuel cell including polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell or phosphoric acid fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has higher activity than the prior art catalyst or a similar activity but lower platinum content, by using specific amount of Pt, Au and transition metal in the alloy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A catalyst comprises a platinum-gold-transition metal alloy of formula PtAuX. The alloy contains 1-40 (preferably 5-40, especially 9-40)% of Au, 2-20 (preferably 10-15)% of X and does not contain 8 or 12 (preferably not 8)% of X.    X = at least one metal selected from transition metal.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) an electrode or a catalyzed membrane comprising the above catalyst deposited on an electronically conducting substrate or a polymer electrolyte membrane respectively; and    (B) a membrane electrode assembly comprising the catalyst.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a metal support catalyst as a reaction layer. The reaction layer comprises a support for catalyst carry and a catalyst supported on the support. The support consists of a compound comprising electron conductor of inorganic material and proton conductor of inorganic material.    USE - As fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has excellent charging and discharging characteristics, and favorable proton conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electronic conductor is aliphatic-type hydrocarbon, aromatic hydrocarbon or their derivatives, or carbon material. The aliphatic-type hydrocarbon, aromatic hydrocarbon or their derivatives, or polyacetylene, resorcinol, phenol, 2-phenylphenol, polyaniline, polypyrrole. Polythiophene, phenyl phosphonic acid, phenyl silane alkoxide, pyrogallol and/or dihydroxy diphenyl. The proton conductor contains compound containing phosphorus element, compound containing sulfur element, carboxylic acid, boric acid and/or inorganic solid acid. The electron conductor has continuous coupling of carbon which has double bond. A noble metal catalyst is supported on the support.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fuel cell reaction layer.
NOVELTY - An organosilane compound has specific structure containing monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon group, oxygen or sulfur, divalent organic group exhibiting pi-electron conjugation, and groups capable of forming hydroxyl group.    USE - For forming functional organic thin film (claimed), in manufacture of semiconductor electronic device such as thin film transistor, solar cell, fuel cell, sensor, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Functional organic thin film is formed by a simple and easy method. The thin film is strongly adsorbed to the surface substrate and has high degree of crystallinity and high density packing characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organosilane compound has structure of formula: A-B-C-SiX1X2X3.    A=monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon group in which the hydrogen atom is optionally substituted with halogen atom;    B=oxygen or sulfur;    C=divalent organic group exhibiting pi-electron conjugation;and    X1-X3=groups capable of forming hydroxyl group.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (i) manufacture of p-electron conjugated organosilane compound by introducing a monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon through ether bond or thioether bond, by Williamson's reaction to a compound of formula: H-C-H, and then silylating the obtained product of formula: X4-SiX1X2X3.    (ii) functional organic thin film which has a monolayer formed using the p-electron conjugated system organosilane compound; and    (iii) manufacture of functional organic thin film which involves hydrolyzing the silyl group of p-electron conjugated system organic silane compound of the above formula, and reacted with the substrate surface. The monolayer is directly adsorbed to the substrate. Unreacted organosilane compound on the monolayer is washed and removed using a non-aqueous organic solvent.    MK#1) C,X1-X3=same as defined above;and    X4=H, halogen atom or lower alkoxy group.
NOVELTY - The photoelectrode has semiconductor layer (3) consisting of semiconductor fine particles provided on electroconductive substrate (1). The layer (3) has several layers containing semiconductor fine particles differing in average particle diameter. The several layers of layer (3) has distal layer (3b) arranged at position far away from substrate and covering(s) side face of proximal layer (3a) arranged at position near to substrate.    USE - For dye sensitizing solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectrode provides dye sensitizing solar cell having high conversion efficiency. The detachment of light from the side face of proximal layer is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) dye sensitizing solar cell; and    (2) dye sensitizing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the structure of photoelectrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electroconductive substrate (1)    support substrate (1a)    conductive layer (1b)    semiconductor layer (3)    proximal layer (3a)    distal layer (3b)
NOVELTY - A stacked reactor comprises two or more catalyst layers between three or more metal layers, and sealant enclosing channel layers in a gas-tight manner (sealant may be contiguous with the material forming catalyst-coated channels). The catalyst layers have catalyst-coated channels formed in a material with depth and width dimensions of 10-2000 microns, or surfaces of the metal layers are shaped to provide greater than or equal to 40% surface area than would a flat surface.    USE - The reactors can be used for synthesis reactions, e.g. synthesis of methanol from hydrogen and carbon monoxide, or the synthesis of hydrogen peroxide from hydrogen and oxygen. It can be used in conjunction with fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The stacked reactor allows chemical reactions to take place in very small space while providing effective mass and heat transport. By use of relatively narrow channels or other fluid flow pathways, the interaction of reactant (from a fluid such as a gas or liquid) with catalyst is increased, thus increasing catalytic efficiency. By keeping the channels straight, or smoothly caved, backpressure is minimized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a fuel cell system comprising the above stacked reactor, and connected to an output for a hydrocarbon reformation reaction, and a fuel cell adapted to utilize the output for fuel; and    (B) the production of a stacked reactor comprising providing sheets of shaped material, the shaping having fluid-handling structures to provide channels having depth and width dimensions of 10-2000 microns; applying catalyst to the fluid-handling structures; stacking the fluid-handling sheets and alternating metal sheets; and sealing the periphery of the stack by annealing sealant at the periphery to the stacked metal sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a reactor.    Channels (611)    Sealant (612)    Metal layers (620)    Reactor (650)
NOVELTY - Modifying the surface of a fuel cell element involves providing a fuel cell element having a surface; and depositing a thin film on the surface of the fuel cell element by physical vapor deposition.    USE - Used for modifying the surface of a fuel cell element for use in fuel cell system (claimed). The fuel cell is used for generating electricity to power vehicles or other machinery.    ADVANTAGE - The process enhances the water management capabilities of a fuel cell by using physical vapor deposition of a thin film to form super hydrophilic surfaces on fuel cell components, thus reducing the retention of water on the surfaces and promoting transport of water at reduced pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system, comprising a fuel cell element whose surface has a thin film deposited by physical vapor deposition.
NOVELTY - The device (100) has an exciton blocking layer (135) arranged adjacent to and in direct contact with the organic acceptor layer (130) of each organic photoactive region provided between anode and cathode (140). The lowest unoccupied molecular orbital (LUMO) of each exciton blocking layer other than the exciton blocking layer closest to the cathode is not more than about 0.3 eV greater than the LUMO of the acceptor layer.    USE - E.g. solar cell for calculator, radios, computers or remote monitoring or communications equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The power efficiency of the organic photosensitive optoelectronic device is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional organic photosensitive optoelectronic device.    organic photosensitive optoelectronic device (100)    donor layer (125)    acceptor layer (130)    blocking layer (135)    cathode (140)
NOVELTY - Dye-sensitized solar cell consists of anode, photoelectrode and iodine electrolyte solution. The anode has layered structure containing nickel film (2) and platinum film (3) sequentially formed on a substrate (1).    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell having excellent battery characteristics, is formed economically by using flexible resin film as substrate of anode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layered structure of anode of dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (1)    nickel film (2)    platinum film (3)
NOVELTY - A plasma production gas introduced to a thin tube (34) is blown off from the tip of the thin tube in air, and a microplasma jet (40) is generated at the tip. The microplasma jet is irradiated in air at an amorphous thin film (51), the thin film is melted, and the melted thin film is recrystallized.    USE - Used for the production of crystallized films, such as polycrystalline silicon thin films, used for channel layers, solar cell substrates, thin film transistors, optical elements, and ornaments.    ADVANTAGE - The process enables rapid, accurate and economical polycrystallization using a thin film crystallization apparatus having a simple structure when compared with a laser annealing apparatus. The process is also used for the recrystallization of substances other than silicon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a thin-film crystallization apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the thin film crystallization apparatus.    thin tube (34)    microplasma jet (40)    substrate (50)    amorphous thin film (51)    polycrystalline thin film (52)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (10) has a conductive layer (12), a joining reinforcing layer (13) containing aluminum, an optical absorption layer (14) and a transparent conductive layer (17), sequentially formed on a substrate (11). The optical absorption layer contains compound semiconductor containing Ib group element, IIIb group element and VIb group element of periodic table.    USE - As solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is economical and has improved adhesion between conductive layer and optical absorption layer, excellent mechanical strength and secular durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the laminated structure of solar cell.    solar cell (10)    substrate (11)    conductive layer (12)    joining reinforcing layer (13)    optical absorption layer (14)    transparent conductive layer (17)
NOVELTY - The photoelectric-conversion apparatus has mutually opposing electrodes (2,6), an insulating layer (12) formed by predetermined pattern on electrode (2) such that some of electrode (2) is exposed, and activity layer formed in contact with exposed surface of electrode (2). Photoelectric conversion is performed in activity layer.    USE - E.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric-conversion apparatus maintains favorable electrical property of electrode, suppresses generation of electric current leak and performs photoelectric conversion efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the dye sensitized type photogalvanic cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrodes (2,6)    semiconductor layer (3)    electrolytic solution (5)    substrate (7)    insulating layer (12)
NOVELTY - Transparent electroconductive substrate (10) consists of transparent electrically conductive film (12), conductive material (13) and protective film (14) formed in order on transparent substrate (11). An auxiliary adhesion layer (15) is provided between conductive material and protective film. The film (14) is formed so that the upper surface of the conductive material is coated.    USE - For optoelectric transducer (claimed), photo sensor and dye sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Transparent electroconductive substrate has excellent stability over a long period of time. Since the adhesion of the protective film and conductive material is improved by providing auxiliary adhesion layer, the cracking of the protective film is prevented effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The conductive material contains noble metals.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional view of the transparent electroconductive substrate.    transparent electroconductive substrate (10)    transparent substrate (11)    transparent electrically conductive film (12)    conductive material (13)    protective film (14)    auxiliary adhesion layer (15)
NOVELTY - The cathode electrode catalyst is obtained by performing adsorption support of cobalt porphyrin which does not have a substituent in a meso position, to carbon black.    USE - For polymer electrolyte fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The adsorption support of the cobalt porphyrin is firmly carried out to a carbon black, and the resulting catalyst has high oxygen reduction activity. The highly active cathode electrode catalyst is manufactured conveniently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of cathode electrode catalyst.
NOVELTY - The metal-complex pigment has specific formula and is new.    USE - For photoelectrode used for dye-sensitized solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The metal-complex pigment provides dye-sensitized solar cell having high energy-conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal-complex pigment has formula (1 or 2) and is new.    M=metal or metal ion which performs hexa coordination;    R1-R25=H or univalent substituent; and    X1-X5=metal, metal ion or univalent group for coordination    At least one of R1-R25 is optionally substituted aryl group. R1-R14 or R15-R25 mutually couple together to form a cyclic structure. X1 and X2, or X3-X5 optionally couple together. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) photoelectrode (10) having a semiconductor electrode (2) and a transparent electrode (1) adjoined to the light-receiving surface (F1-F3) of the semiconductor electrode. The semiconductor electrode contains the above metal-complex pigment; and    (2) dye-sensitized solar cell (20) equipped with an electrolyte between the above photoelectrode and a counter electrode (CE).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model sectional drawing of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    transparent electrode (1)    semiconductor electrode (2)    substrate (4)    photoelectrode (10)    dye-sensitized solar cell (20)    counter electrode (CE)    electrolyte layer (E)    light-receiving surface (F1-F3)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer (1) has a reactor (2), pair of electrodes (3,4) opposed to inside of reactor, and voltage application apparatus (5). Electrode pair performs pulse discharge in source gas fed to reactor. Apparatus (5) applies a voltage between electrode pair. An oxide catalyst (6) is arranged in reactor, and a catalyst support unit (7) for supporting the oxide catalyst is provided within the reactor.    USE - For modifying fuel such as hydrocarbon (claimed) e.g. methane.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer has high mobility, responsiveness and durability, and produces reformed gas containing hydrogen by carrying out plasma discharge of fuel in liquid state.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reformer has a reactor, a pair of electrode opposed to the inside of reactor, and a voltage application apparatus. The electrode pair performs pulse discharge in source gas supplied to reactor. The voltage application apparatus applies a voltage between the electrode pair. An oxide catalyst is arranged in the reactor, and a catalyst support unit for supporting the oxide catalyst is provided within the reactor. The reformer produces reformed gas containing hydrogen from source gas containing fuel and water vapor of gaseous state. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modification of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reformer (1)    reactor (2)    electrodes (3,4)    voltage application unit (5)    oxide catalyst (6)    catalyst support unit (7)
NOVELTY - The gas occlusion material has a conical support structure (2) containing cylinder shape protrusions formed vertically on substrate surface (1). A carbon fiber group (3) is formed on the surface of support structure.    USE - For occluding hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The gas occlusion material has gas occlusion discharge ability, and is lightweight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbon fiber group consists of amorphous nanocarbon fiber. The substrate consists of proton conductive material such as polymeric material having sulfonic acid group. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gas occlusion material; and    (2) gas occlusion apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic view of gas occlusion material.    substrate (1)    support structure (2)    carbon fiber group (3)
NOVELTY - A pn micro joining layer (4) containing combination of N-type micro particles (5) and P-type micro particles (6), is formed on p-type silicon layer (3a). A N-type silicon layer (2b) containing N-type micro particles, is formed over the joining layer, so as to form three dimensional shape.    USE - Light diffusion type solar cell for motor vehicle, domestic and business use electricity product.    ADVANTAGE - Excels in power generation efficiency, by improving electromotive force per unit area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the light diffusion type solar cell.    N-type silicon layer (2b)    p-type silicon layer (3a)    pn micro joining layer (4)    N-type micro particles (5)    p-type micro particles (6)
NOVELTY - The dye-sensitized solar cell has a separator between a counter electrode cathode containing carbon, and a porous metal oxide layer anode adsorbed with an organic dye. The separator is a non-woven fabric containing ultra fine fibers (40 weight% or more) of 0.1 denier or less, obtained by wet forming method.    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye-sensitized solar cell has high photoelectric conversion efficiency, and maintains isolation property of anode and cathode. The separator has high porosity, uniformity and improved permeability of electrolyte liquid.
NOVELTY - Heat radiator (13) circulates a carbon dioxide coolant through the pores of the micro-channel type heat exchanger of the heat absorption device (17), attached to the solar panel (20), and transfers the heat generated in the solar panel to the storage tank (42).    USE - For generating electric power for e.g. water heating applications.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively suppresses temperature rise of solar panel, thereby preventing/suppressing reduction of electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the solar electric power generation system.    compressor (12)    heat radiator (13)    capillary tube (16)    heat absorption device (17)    solar panel (20)    storage tank (42)    pump (47)
NOVELTY - A raising/lowering unit (14) raises/lowers a lifting table (13) with respect to contact and separation positions of the heating surface of a heater (6), so as to heat a thin plate (5) and a resin layer (7) in the processing chambers (3,4).    USE - For laminating resin film to thin plate in manufacture of solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - Performs favorable lamination of resin layer to thin plate easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional views of the lamination process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    processing chambers (3,4)    thin plate (5)    resin layer (7)    heater (6)    lifting table (13)    raising/lowering table (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves deriving insolation prediction formula based on information related to weather in area in which solar power generation system is installed. The amount of insolation in the area is calculated using the derived formula. The amount of electricity generated by the solar power generation system is determined based on the air temperature and the amount of insolation.    USE - For predicting amount of electricity generated by solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the prediction error and estimates the amount of electricity generated by solar power generation system in a short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) electricity generation prediction apparatus; and    (2) electricity generation prediction program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the solar power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar power generation system (2)    Meteorological agency (3)    Actinometer (4)    Wattmeter (5)    Receiver (11)
NOVELTY - Heat exchanger comprises a fluid channel for a fluid to be tempered and a tempering channel having a wall with a catalyst for a chemical reaction.    USE - For a heating and/or air conditioning system of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Heat exchanger operates in an economical manner.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises fuel-cell power generation part comprising at least a fuel electrode (55), solid electrolyte (54), and air electrode (53); and heat-exchange chamber (110) configured to cool a gas emitted from the fuel-cell power generation part to form water.    USE - For electrical apparatus, e.g. mobile phones, mobile phone cradles, personal computers, digital cameras, portable audio apparatuses, MP3 players, personal digital assistants (PDAs), or toys (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The formed water remains inside the heat-exchange chamber without leaking out. The fuel cell system is free from deteriorated performance and uncomfortable feeling in use and can easily and reliably recover the water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for recovering water formed in a fuel cell system, comprising condensing a gas containing water vapor by heat exchange in a heat-exchange chamber to yield water, the water vapor being derived from water formed in a fuel-cell power generation part, the heat-exchange chamber at least partially comprising a porous membrane; and allowing a water-absorber to absorb water formed in the heat-exchange chamber as a result of condensation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell system.    Water absorbing component (2)    Air electrode (53)    Solid electrolyte (54)    Fuel electrode (55)    Heat exchange chamber (110)
NOVELTY - Use of an organic matrix material (A) for the preparation of an organic semi-conductor material, comprises at least partly spiro bifluorene compound (D), where glass transition temperature of (A) is at least 120degreesC and the highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) of the matrix material is at most on an energy level of 5.4 eV.    USE - (A) is useful in the preparation of an organic semiconductor material and in electronic elements (an organic light of an emitting diode (OLED), a photovoltaic cells, an organic solar cell, an organic diode or an organic field-effect transistor) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic matrix materials are evaporable, which supplies CO evaporation in the vacuum with a strong organic electron acceptor layers with high p-type conductivity. The organic matrix materials are thermally stable, i.e. they exhibit a high glass transition temperature, which leads to stable electronic elements.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Use of an organic matrix material (A) for the preparation of an organic semiconductor material, comprises at least partly spiro bifluorene compound (D) of formula (I) and/or formula (II), where glass transition temperature of (A) is at least 120degreesC and the highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) of the matrix material is at most on an energy level of 5.4 eV.    R = a substituent at phenyl residue (where not all R are simultaneously hydrogen); and    R1 = a substituent.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) an organic semiconductor material comprising (A) and an organic dopant; and    (2) an electronic element comprising an organic semiconductor material.
NOVELTY - The gel electrolyte layer precursor contains compound(s) in dispersed state which reacts with iodine electrolyte by heating, and gelatinizes.    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed), optoelectric transducer, optical sensor and light receiving element.    ADVANTAGE - The gel electrolyte layer precursor has favorable handleability and is preserved easily. The photoelectric conversion efficiency of the dye-sensitized solar cell equipped with the precursor is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye-sensitized solar cell (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional drawing of the battery.    dye-sensitized solar cell (10)    transparent substrate (12a)    transparent glass plate (12b)    transparent conductive film (14a,14b)    metal oxide semiconductor layer (16)
NOVELTY - Converting biological material into energy resources involves transmitting biological material to a pulsed electric field (PEF) station; applying a pulsed electric field to the biological material within a treatment zone in the pulse electric field station to generate treated biological material; transmitting the treated biological material to a biogenerator; processing the treated biological material in the biogenerator to produce an energy resource.    USE - For converting biological material, such as waste material from municipal sources, industrial sources and/or agriculture sources, into energy resources e.g. gas product and electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The use of pulse electric field (PEF) treatment prior to processing in the biogenerator overcomes the cell wall/membrane obstacle. The high voltage electric field pulses temporarily destabilize the lipid bilayer and proteins of the cell membrane. As a result, the cell membrane experiences an increase in permeability. As additional material flows into the cell, because of the increased permeability, the cell swells and the cell wall and membrane eventually rupture. With the cell wall and membrane ruptured, the contents of the cell can be released, which can make the cell contents available as a substrate for energy resource generating reactions in the biogenerator. The increased amount of soluble organic material is released and available for more efficient consumption and conversion into energy resources.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The biogenerator comprises a bioreactor or a microbial fuel cell.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the converter for converting biological material into energy resources, comprising the pulsed electric field station and the biogenerator; and    (2) a wastewater treatment system including two treatment stations, a bioreactor, and the converter.
NOVELTY - The carbonyl sulfide coloring agent comprises cerium component, silver component, copper component, nickel component and/or iron component carried on a metal oxide.    USE - Used in detection unit of carbonyl sulfide for fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbonyl sulfide coloring agent has excellent coloring capability, and enables visual judgment of life of desulfurizing agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal oxide is ceria, alumina, silica, silica-alumina, zirconia, titania, magnesia and/or metal complex oxide.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) detection unit of carbonyl sulfide; and    (2) fuel cell system (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the fuel cell system.    fuel cell system (1)    water supply pipe (11)    hydrogen production system (20)    fuel tank (21)    regulator (22)    desulfurizer with detection unit (23)
NOVELTY - A fluorine-containing elastomer composition comprises a fluorine-containing elastomer (A) and an organic-peroxide curing agent (B). The elastomer (A) contains a structural unit derived from vinylidene fluoride and/or a structural unit derived from tetrafluoro ethylene, and a structural unit derived from another monomer. The elastomer (A) has number average molecular weight of 30000-70000 g/mol, and iodine content of 0.3-1 wt.%.    USE - For molded product (claimed), such as gasket e.g. intake manifold gasket and engine heat gasket for magnetic recording apparatus, motor vehicles, sealant of fuel cells, antistatic material, electrical charging roll of copiers, high-voltage interruption material, electromagnetic shield and heat-radiation material used for central processing unit of computers.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorine-containing elastomer composition provides molded product having excellent productivity, scorching-proof property, workability, compression permanent deformation property, minimum viscosity, and defoamed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for molded product obtained by vulcanizing the fluorine-containing elastomer composition.
NOVELTY - A modified filler comprising a particulate composite of a particulate filler and a multiolefin cross-linking agent, is new.    USE - In a shaped article, which is in the form of a condenser cap (claimed), e.g. electrolytic condenser caps, in biomedical devices, pharmaceutical devices (e.g. stoppers in medicine-containing vials, plungers in syringes) and seals for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The composite is pre-formed to form a free-flowing particulate before it is mixed with the polymer and is much easier to handle in compounding operations that are liquid multiolefin cross-linking agents. The modified filler used in the composition permits peroxide curing of the rubber and leads to improved physical characteristics of the cured rubber compositions e.g. MDR and stress-strain characteristics. The carbon black has a good capability for forming particulate composites with multiolefin cross-linking agents even at a high loading of multiolefin cross-linking agent. The modified filler provides improved physical properties of the final rubber composition e.g. superior hardness, tensile strength, and abrasion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a peroxide curable rubber composition comprising a polymer having repeating units derived from an isoolefin monomer and repeating units derived from one multiolefin monomer; and the modified filler; and    (2) preparation of cured rubber composition comprising mixing a polymer having repeating units derived from an isoolefin monomer and repeating units derived from a multiolefin monomer with a modified filler containing a particulate composite of a particulate filler and multiolefin cross-linking agent to form a mixture; and curing the mixture with a peroxide.
NOVELTY - An oxidizer assembly comprises a housing having several inlets and corresponding outlets, each for receiving/outputting a different gas; and a catalyst assembly including a porous catalyst body having a catalyst able to promote oxidation of carbon monoxide and to be regenerated. The catalyst assembly is adapted to be movable such that successive parts of the assembly are able to be brought repeatedly in communication with all inlets and its corresponding outlets.    USE - In proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell system for oxidizing carbon monoxide and regenerating the catalyst (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The oxidizer assembly allows in-situ catalyst regeneration without interrupting the oxidation of carbon monoxide. The oxidizer assembly is simple and compact in configuration. The catalyst assembly having sealing assembly, which seals the parts of the catalyst body in communication with the all the inlets and the corresponding outlets and inhibits the different gases from mixing with each other. The application of wetting agent prior to applying the catalyst to the ceramic corderite structure allows for better flow of the catalyst suspension through the corderite and delays the absorption of liquid in the binder solution by the corderite.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The porous catalyst body is formed ceramic corderite structure and coated with the catalyst. The catalyst comprises a metal cation doped octahedral molecular sieve-2 (M-OMS-2). The porous catalyst body is rotatable within the housing. The M-OMS-2 comprises Cu-OMS-2, Co-OMS-2 or Ag-OMS-2. The catalyst assembly includes a sealing assembly adapted to seal the parts of the catalyst body in communication with the all the inlets and the corresponding outlets. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following.    (1) the catalyst body for the oxidizer assembly; and    (2) making the catalyst body for the oxidizer assembly.
NOVELTY - A micro-fuel cell sensor (10) comprises a housing, a sensing element comprising first and second gas diffusing electrodes (4-1, 4-2), a fuel-cell spacer (5) having an acidic electrolyte, a first gas permeable membrane (7), and a second gas permeable membrane defining a second cavity isolated from the first cavity.    USE - The invention is used to measure dissolved gases, e.g. hydrogen, carbon monoxide, acetylene, ethylene, methane or ethane, in oil.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can be serviced and utilized over normal operations, maintains reliability, and prevents failure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A micro-fuel cell sensor comprises:    (1) a housing;    (2) a sensing element comprising first and second gas diffusing electrodes spaced from one another, the sensing element disposed in the housing;    (3) a fuel-cell spacer having an acidic electrolyte disposed between the first and second electrodes;    (4) a gas permeable membrane separating the first electrode from the oil with dissolved gas and enabling gas dissolved in oil to diffuse, the first membrane being spaced from the first electrode enabling gas diffused through the first membrane to contact the first electrode; and    (5) a second gas permeable membrane separating the second electrode from atmospheric air and defining a second cavity isolated from the first cavity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded cross-sectional view of the micro-fuel cell sensor.    Fuel-cell spacer (5)    Gas permeable membrane (7)    Micro-fuel cell sensor (10)    Electrodes (4-1, 4-2)
NOVELTY - A fuel supply comprises an outer casing (12), an inner liner containing fuel, and a valve component (18) adapted to transport fuel from the fuel supply to a fuel cell, where the outer casing and the inner liner are made by blow molding and where as the fuel is transported from the fuel supply, the inner liner at least partially pulls away from the outer casing.    USE - The invention is used for a fuel cell, e.g. alkali fuel cell, polymer electrolyte fuel cell, phosphoric fuel cell, molten carbonate fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell, or enzyme fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can be easily inserted into the fuel cell or an electronic device, and is easily replaceable or refillable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a fuel cartridge.    Cartridge (10)    Outer casing (12)    Guide rail (17)    Valve component (18)    Fill port (20)
NOVELTY - Semiconductor film has pores containing metal oxide with diameter less than the pore diameter and semiconductor character. The pores are oriented perpendicular or substantially perpendicular with respect to the film surface. The pore has diameter of 2-500 nm.    USE - As photoelectrode of solar cell (claimed), electrode chemical sensor, catalyst, etc..    ADVANTAGE - Semiconductor film has excellent electronic conductivity, high specific surface area, and minute pores arranged regularly.
NOVELTY - The insulation seal structure has an insulation gasket (4) pinched between a pair of opposing components (3,10), which are sealed and insulated, a core portion (17) and metal-coated portion (18). The core portion consists of a material containing insulating material as main component. The metal-coated portion is formed at the surface of core portion, and is contacted with opposing component.    USE - For fuel cell (claimed) used for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The insulation seal structure has favorable sealing performance, and opposing components are reliably insulated and sealed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of fuel cell stack.    fuel cell (1)    opposing component (3,10)    insulation gasket (4)    fuel battery cell assembly (5)    core portion (17)    metal coated portion (18)
NOVELTY - A tank (10) has fuel occluding structure (11) to store fuel by capillary force, and hole (17) for air substitution during fuel supply. When a relay core (30) in fuel cell housing (N) is inserted into slit valve (12) of the tank, the liquid fuel cartridge (A) inserted in the tank is opened to supply fuel.    USE - For supplying liquid fuel such as ethanol liquid, dimethyl ether, formic acid, hydrazine, ammonia liquor and ethylene glycol, in fuel cell used as power source in portable electronic device such as mobile telephone, notebook computer and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - The stable fuel supply is ensured, by preventing blowing of the liquid fuel during heating or pressure reduction condition. Prevents volatilization of the liquid fuel by not exposing the fuel even when the cartridge is removed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the liquid-fuel supply system.    tank (10)    fuel occluding structure (11)    valve (12)    hole (17)    relay core (30)    fuel cartridge (A)    housing (N)
NOVELTY - The temperature sensor is a K-type sheath thermocouple. It comprises nickel chrome alloy as an anode and nickel copper alloy containing copper (1.9-3%) as a cathode. The sensor controls temperature of gas containing hydrogen as main component from 600-1,000degreesC.    USE - For thermometry and controlling temperature of gas containing hydrogen as main component used as fuel in gas reforming apparatus of solid oxide fuel cell and polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature sensor has favorable durability and temperature electromotive force characteristics, and does not deteriorate in reducing environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of temperature sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The solution concentration measuring device (668) has a polymer film (665) which carries out dimensional change according to concentration of predetermined component in a liquid, when the film is immersed in the liquid containing predetermined component and a pair of electrode terminals (666,667) arranged in the polymer film. The polymer film comprises electroconductive filler (1688).    USE - For measuring concentration of solution, preferably fuel in fuel container of fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solution concentration measuring device has simple structure and high measurement precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The polymer film contains a sulfonic acid group. The predetermined component is alcohol.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel container; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of solution concentration measuring device.    Polymer film (665)    Electrode terminal (666,667)    Solution concentration measuring device (668)    Composite film (1686)    Electroconductive filler (1688)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has electrodes (5,6,7) arranged with predetermined space between them. A detector (8) detects the electrostatic capacitance between the electrodes. The residual fuel amount in a fuel cartridge (3) is calculated based on the detected electrostatic capacitance.    USE - For notebook personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The residual fuel amount in a fuel cartridge is measured precisely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the fuel cell system.    notebook personal computer (1)    fuel cartridge (3)    electrodes (5,6,7)    detector (8)    communication interface (23)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises a sensing unit for measuring a concentration of fuel(s) supplied to an anode; and a control unit for receiving a signal of the sensing unit and informing replacement time of a fuel.    USE - As a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Replacement time of a used fuel and a filter for filtering impurity is notified to a user by detecting a consumption degree of a fuel and a generation degree of impurity. Fuel usage is maximized and a mis-operation of the system that can be generated due to a fuel deficiency or excessive impurities is prevented. Since replacement time of a fuel and a filter is notified to the user, the system can be stably operated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell system comprises a fuel cell stack (100) wherein an electrolyte membrane is positioned between an anode and a cathode; a fuel tank for storing a fuel; a fuel circulation supply (400) for circulation-supplying a fuel stored in the fuel tank to the anode of the fuel cell stack; an air supply unit (200) connected to the cathode of the fuel cell stack by an air supply line, for supplying e.g. oxygen to the cathode; a sensing unit for measuring a concentration of fuel(s) supplied to the anode; and a control unit for receiving a signal of the sensing unit and informing replacement time of a fuel. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for controlling a fuel cell system comprising a first step of measuring a concentration of at least one fuel; a second step of comparing a value measured in the first step with a preset value; and a third step of informing replacement time of a fuel according to a result obtained in the second step.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (100)    Air supply unit (200)    Pump (220, 410, 430)    Fuel circulation supply (400)    Returning line (440)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell stack has tubular fuel cells each having an anode and a cathode (408), and contact surfaces for electrically connecting to the anode and the cathode, respectively; and an interconnect structure formed out of sheet metal for contacting the contact surfaces of the fuel cells.    USE - Used as fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is provided with interconnect structures that are oxidation resistant at high temperature, flexible to accommodate thermal expansion stress and to provide strong electrical contact, have low electrical resistance, and are inexpensive and light weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an anode-supported SOFC.    SOFC (400)    Porous support tube (402)    Porous anode layer (404)    Thin film electrolyte (406)    Cathode (408)    Thin stripe. (410)
NOVELTY - A primary gas feed port (31) of annular slit form to feed seal gas and/or etching gas towards bottom portion of reaction tube (11), is formed on outer periphery of reaction tube bottom portion. A secondary feed port (33) is formed at a position apart from the primary gas feed port, for feeding seal gas and/or etching gas.    USE - For manufacturing silicon used as raw material for semiconductor and battery for solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses deposition of silicon precipitate to the bottom end of the reaction tube, and other portions other than the inner surface of the reaction tube, thereby the silicon manufacturing apparatus is stably operated for long period due to the secondary feed port.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gap is formed between an annular section (32) and the reaction tube. The secondary feed port is held in bottom face or internal peripheral surface of the annular section.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional and top view of the silicon manufacturing apparatus.    reaction tube (11)    heating coil (15)    annular section (32)    feed ports (31,33)
NOVELTY - The light-emitting module has sequential lamination of solar cell portion (1), adhesive layer (16), light-emitting unit (2) with transparent insulated substrate (17), metal layer (18) and light-emitting chip (19), another adhesive layer (20), and protection portion (3) with another insulated substrate (21). Portion (1) has transparent conductive layer (5), photoelectric converting layer (7-1 or 7-2) and another metal layer (13).    USE - For light-emitting system (claimed) used for guide sign, exterior lighting and wall-surface illumination.    ADVANTAGE - The light-emitting module prevents attenuation of light entering into solar cell, and prevents power output decrease of solar cell. The light-emitting module is produced by simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for light-emitting system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of light-emitting module.    solar cell portion (1)    light-emitting portion (2)    protection portion (3)    transparent conductive layer (5)    photoelectric converting layers (7-1, 7-2)    metal layers (13,18)    adhesive layers (16,20)    transparent insulated substrates (17,21)    light-emitting chip (19)
NOVELTY - Forming a hydrophilic surface (38, 40) on a fuel cell element involves providing a fuel cell element, and chemically treating the surface of the fuel cell element to create a hydrophilic surface of the fuel cell element.    USE - Used for forming a hydrophilic surface on a fuel cell element, e.g. a bipolar plate (16, 26), for use in a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process increases the surface hydrophilicity of a composite fuel cell plate using a chemical oxidation treatment for enhanced water management. The hydrophilic surface enhances the low power stability of the fuel cell stacks. Also, the roughening of the surface further improves fuel cell performance and improves the durability of the fuel cell stacks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system (10) comprising a fuel cell element having a surface that has been chemically treated to create a hydrophilic surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Bipolar plates (16, 26)    Hydrophilic surfaces (38, 40)
NOVELTY - A catalyst for a partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel comprises main body shaped in form of disk having through-hole, active component and cocatalyst coated on the main body. The catalyst is porous nickel-based alloy.    USE - For a partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel (claimed) in fuel cells, such as household, portable and car fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst makes it possible to progress the partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel smoothly, to improve the efficiency when reforming the fuel and to simplify the fuel reforming reactor. Since the heat of reaction is efficiently controlled and used, a simple on-off operation, reduction of starting time and a stable operational condition are accomplished, that are indispensably required for a fuel reforming system in fuel cells. Since the combustion heat increases the temperature of the catalyst by burning the reforming fuel in the through-hole of the catalyst, the starting time is shortened and thus the operation of the reforming system is possible in 1 - 2 minutes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel reforming apparatus comprising a fuel reforming reactor including a catalyst, an igniter, and a gas supply line for supplying fuel and air.
NOVELTY - A core-shell composition for gas storage, comprises a hollow (24) or porous core (26) and a shell (22) comprising a nanocomposite. The nanocomposite comprises an exfoliated layered filler dispersed in a matrix material. The shell has a thickness smaller than 50% of a radius of the core-shell composition.    USE - The core-shell composition is used for gas storage (claimed). It can be used for storing and feeding hydrogen to fuel cells that supply electricity to apparatus such as portable electronic devices, automobiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The nanocomposite provides high mechanical strength to hold high pressure gas and high resistance to gas permeation. The composition has a higher hydrogen storage capacity, and is capable of feeding hydrogen fuel to fuel cells at an adequate and controlled rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) normally closed container that contains nanocomposite shell-core compositions to store gas molecules inside the compositions, where the container is equipped with mechanism for releasing the gas molecules; and    (B) hydrogen gas storage and supply method, comprising providing nanocomposite based shell-core compositions pre-filled with pressurized hydrogen gas and enclosed in a container, where the compositions comprise a polymer having a glass transition temperature or softening temperature, Tg, no greater than 300degreesC; and heating the shell-core compositions to a temperature within Tgplus minus20 degrees, or sufficient to cause diffusion of hydrogen outside the compositions to provide hydrogen fuel from the container to a hydrogen-consuming device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures are schematics of nanocomposite shell-hollow core, and nanocomposite shell-porous core.    Shell (22)    Hollow core (24)    Porous core (26)
NOVELTY - Generating hydrogen comprises providing an aqueous composition containing metal hydride(s); contacting the metal hydride with a hydrogen generation catalyst to generate a fluid product stream comprising hydrogen, water and a metal salt; and mixing at least part of the water of the fluid product stream with the metal hydride prior to contacting the metal hydride with the catalyst.    USE - For generating hydrogen for use in a hydrogen fuel cell for powering e.g. vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The invention produces hydrogen safely and efficiently.
NOVELTY - A protective photoresist film (5) is formed over a compound semiconductor layer (2). The semiconductor layer is divided during half dicing. The crystallized substrate and compound semiconductor layer are etched by using aqueous sulfuric or hydrochloric acid during mesa etching, to form electrodes on reverse side of substrate. The transducer elements are divided based on the measured electrical property.    USE - For manufacture of optoelectric transducer (claimed) e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies manufacture by reducing the transfer operations and mounting frequency of electrodes. Avoids excess etching so the characteristic of transducer element is maintained stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an optoelectric transducer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the optoelectric transducer.    Compound semiconductor layer (2)    Base layer (3)    Emitter layer (4)    Half dicing region (6)    Mesa etching region (7)
NOVELTY - The electrode catalyst material contains a support containing carbon material, and macrocyclic metal complex or its thermal denaturated material supported on the support. The macrocyclic metal complex contains metal ion coordinated to macrocyclic molecule which contains nitrogen. The peak resulting from metal ion-nitrogen coupling in the macrocyclic metal complex, is recognized by wide area X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) spectrum.    USE - For electrochemical devices such as fuel cell, water electrolyzer, hydrohalic acid electrolyzer, brain electrolyzer, oxygen and/or hydrogen concentrator, humidity sensor and gas sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode catalyst material has high catalytic activity, and provides fuel cell with favorable output electric potential.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The macrocyclic molecule is organic molecule containing porphyrin, phthalocyanine, naphthalocyanine or tetraaza annulene in a molecule. The metal ion is iron, nickel, cobalt, manganese, copper, zinc, titanium, vanadium and/or chromium. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electrode catalyst material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the relationship between electric potential, and sweeping elapsed time and oxygen reduction current, of the electrode catalyst material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The submergible vehicle instead of conventional storage battery utilizes fuel cell (100) for its drive which uses oxygen from hydrogen peroxide aqueous solution for generating power.    USE - For driving mini submergible vehicles such as artificial fish or fish robot.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces frequent recharging operation. Ensures optimum utilization of the drive source with reduced environmental pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the mini submergible vehicle drive energy support system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    storage battery (64)    fuel cell (100,400)    catalyst layer (105)    hydrogen peroxide manufacturing apparatus (200)    water electrolysis apparatus (300)
NOVELTY - A resin material is coated on light receiving surface side of a solar cell element (1) and dried. The temporary lamination of sheet like adhesive layer (3) is formed at the resin film (2) for cutting solar cell element. The light receiving surface side and non-light like receiving surface side of a solar cell element is sealed and modularized by a protective layer.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Avoids external appearance defects and characteristics reduction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell module; and    (2) manufacturing method of solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic views explaining the manufacturing process of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1,4)    resin film (2)    adhesive layer (3)
NOVELTY - Electric power is supplied to each feeding point (24) of cable (25), when wavelength of high frequency electric power (26) and length of cable with four feeding points that are provided along elongate direction of counter electrode (21), are set to specified value. The power supplies (E1,E2) of mutually different phase supply power to four feeding points, so that phase of power supplied to each mutually adjacent feeding point differs.    USE - Plasma processor such as plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus for thin-film formation of solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improves the film formation quality with respect to target substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the structure of the counter electrode apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    counter electrode (21)    feeding point (24)    cable (25)    high frequency electric power (26)    power supplies (E1,E2)
NOVELTY - The rectifier has a lithium fluoride layer (31) having electrical resistivity of 10 ohm.cm or more arranged between the organic-semiconductor material layer (30) and an electrode layer (21a). The electrode layer has a work function of about 4 eV or more.    USE - For organic light-emitting display, organic solar cell, organic thin-film transistor, organic fuel cell, etc..    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the leakage current at the time of reverse bias.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view and an outline block diagram of the rectifier.    substrate (10)    electrode layers (21a,21b)    organic semiconductor material layer (30)    lithium fluoride layer (31)
NOVELTY - A capacitor (1) connected to solar cell (7) includes electroconductive carbon electrodes (2,3) which are immersed in a solution containing electrodissociated ion. The capacitor stores electric power generated by solar cell so that electrically driven compressor of head pump using carbon dioxide as refrigerant is driven by discharge of capacitor.    USE - For generating electric power using solar cell for head pump (claimed) connected to water heater. Also for house electrical equipment such as TV and refrigerator, and for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The capacitor stores electric power generated by solar cell, smoothly and efficiently. Reduces time required for charging capacitor, while ensuring safety and durability of solar cell generation apparatus without danger of explosion by overcharge. Avoids need for power conditioner since capacitor absorbs electric power generation fluctuation of solar cell so reducing size of solar power generation apparatus and realizing efficient electric power utilization by equipments.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for head pump.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Capacitors (1)    Electrodes (2,3)    Switch (4)    Solar cell (7)    Solar power generation apparatus (SG)
NOVELTY - A filler layer (4) is arranged at rear side of a solar cell element (3), and contains silane-modified resin and coloring agent which consists of inorganic compound. The silane-modified resin is formed by polymerizing unsaturated silane compound and polyethylene for polymerization. The filler layer when used for solar cell module as gel fraction of 30% or less.    USE - For solar cell modules (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filler layer has excellent design property, adhesion with respect to solar cell element and does not deteriorate work environment. The filler layer enables sealing in a short period of time at the time of manufacture of solar cell module and does not requires heat processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module (T) which has a filler layer for solar cell modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the solar cell module.    front surface board (1)    filler layer for surface side solar cell modules (2)    solar cell element (3)    filler layer for rear side solar cell modules (4)    reverse side protection sheet (5)
NOVELTY - A spacer (1) consists of polymer (A) (in weight parts) (5-100) and olefin polymer (B) (0-95). Polymer (A) is chosen from acidic radical-containing polymer, silane modified polymer and epoxy group-containing olefin polymer, and has melting point of 85-150degreesC.    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The spacer has excellent substrate adhesivity, heat-resisting property, chemical resistance, moisture permeability-proof and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye-sensitized solar cell having the spacer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section model of dye-sensitized solar cell.    spacer (1)    electroconductive transparent substrates (2, 4)    anode (3)    titanium oxide cathode (5)
NOVELTY - An ionic conductive solid electrolyte contains an electrolyte salt, a polymer of specific monomer (1) and a copolymer of specific monomers (1 and 2).    USE - For lithium and lithium ion batteries, capacitors, photoelectrochemical cells, ion sensors and photochromic elements.    ADVANTAGE - The solid electrolyte has high ionic conductivity, low water absorption and large utility value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An ionic conductive solid electrolyte contains an electrolyte salt, a polymer of monomer of formula (1) and a copolymer of monomer of formula (1) and monomer of formula CH2=CR3COOR4 (2).    R1,R3 = H or methyl;    R2 = fluoro, cyano, 1-6C straight alkyl or 1-6C linear alkoxyl;    R4 = 1-22C straight alkyl group or 1-22C linear fluoro alkyl;    X = -COO- or -OCO-;    a = 1-6; and    b,c = 1 or 2.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the cell for ionic conductivity measurement.    Electrolyte filling portion (1)    Spacer (2)    Indium tin oxide film (ITO) (3)    Glass electrode with ITO film (4)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has brine circulation circuit (30) circulating brine with pump (37), such that the heat from heat exchanger (15) of heat radiator (13) of coolant circuit (10) is conveyed to solar panel (20).    USE - Solar electric power generation system is installed in house.    ADVANTAGE - Snow covering the solar panel is melted efficiently with the heat from the heat radiator of the coolant circuit, thereby enabling solar power generation in winter season without trouble.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a solar electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar electric power generation system (1)    coolant circuit (10)    heat radiator (13)    heat exchangers (14,15)    solar panel (20)    brine circulation circuit (30)    pump (37)
NOVELTY - An electricity distribution panel (3) connected to solar cell (1) through power conditioner (2), supplies electric power to house equipment (4) and water heater (6). Conditioner has voltage raise suppression function to supply surplus alternating current (AC) electric power to heater through feeder (8), when production of solar cell electricity is greater than preset voltage of conditioner, so that heater is driven at daytime.    USE - Used for facility such as ordinary home, apartment house, hospital and old age home, for heating water using excess solar power during day time, while supplying electric power converted from solar energy to house electric equipment such as lighting, TV, refrigerator and air-conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - The water heater is driven using excess solar energy, efficiently, during day time, while reducing loss of solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of hot water supply system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell (1)    power conditioner (2)    electricity distribution panel (3)    hose equipment (4)    water heater (6)    feeder (8)
NOVELTY - The panel set (1) has three solar-power-generation panels (10) connected by waterproof connection sheets (20) fixed to sheet joining board on building roof. The periphery edges (21a,22a) of sheets (20) are arranged outside the installation region of panels, and the panels are fixed to sheets (20) during overhang state, while arranging panels in parallel at intervals on top of sheets (20).    USE - Waterproof solar-power-generation panel set is mounted on roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Waterproof solar-power-generation panel set with high durability and excellent waterproofness, is formed easily and efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) waterproof solar-power-generation panel set construction method; and    (2) waterproof solar-power-generation panel set construction structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of a waterproof solar-power-generation panel set.    waterproof solar-power-generation panel set (1)    waterproof solar-power-generation panel (10)    connection sheet (20)    periphery edges (21a,22a)
NOVELTY - 2-halogeno pyridine (1), hydrazine and base are couple-reacted in the presence of a carbon support-type palladium in a mixed solvent containing alcohol solvent and water, to obtain 4,4'-dicarboxy-2,2'-bipyridine.    USE - For manufacturing 4,4'-dicarboxy-2,2'-bipyridine used as dye material for dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - 4,4'-dicarboxy-2,2'-bipyridine is obtained with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - 2-halogeno pyridine of formula (1), hydrazine and base are couple-reacted in the presence of a carbon support-type palladium in a mixed solvent containing alcohol solvent and water, to obtain 4,4'-dicarboxy-2,2'-bipyridine.    X=halogen atom;    R=cyano group, carboxyl or -CO2M;and    M=alkali metal.
NOVELTY - Apparatus has a main inlet manifold (14E) receiving fluid from a fluid inlet (13E), and a main outlet manifold (14S) in communication with a fluid outlet (13S). The manifolds are perforated with same number of holes. The manifold (14E) has an inner convergent section and the manifold (14S) has an inner divergent section that is increasing in direction of fluid circulation.    USE - Used in civil or military application, hospital, or service building, for distributing fluid e.g. fuel, oxidizer, or coolant such as water, demineralized water or glycol water, in a fuel cell stack (claimed) that converts chemical energy of fuel into electric energy, or an electrochemical cell stack, for propulsion of truck, train, submarine, or urban vehicle for public transport such as city motor bus, streetcar or trolleybus.    ADVANTAGE - Allows uniform distribution of fluid in the fuel cell stack in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a fluid distributing system.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Cells (12)    Fluid inlet (13E)    Fluid outlet (13S)    Main inlet manifold (14E)    Main outlet manifold (14S)    Supply circuit (15)
NOVELTY - A primer composition comprises 100 pbw linear perfluoro polyether compound having at least two alkenyl groups per molecule; organosiloxane compound having fluorine atom; catalytic amount of hydrosilylation catalyst; and 5-100 pbw organosiloxane compound; and 100-10000 pbw organic solvent.    USE - The primer composition is used for articles, e.g. part of automobile, chemical plant, ink jet printer, semiconductor production line, analytical instrument, physical and chemical instrument, medical appliance, aircraft or fuel cell for which a fluorinated elastomer or gel is bonded to an inorganic or organic material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invented primer composition has improved mechanical strength, heat resistance, weather resistance, chemical resistance, or flame retardancy. It also reduces thermal expansion or gas permeability of a cured product. It also reduces thermal shrinkage during a cure process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A primer composition for a fluorinated elastomer or a fluorinated gel, comprises 100 pbw linear perfluoro polyether compound having at least two alkenyl groups per molecule, perfluoro polyether backbone having repeating units of structure -CaF2aO-, and a weight average molecular weight of 5000-100000; organosiloxane compound having fluorine atom and at least two SiH bonds per molecule, in such an amount that a molar ratio of the SiH bond in the organosiloxane compound to the alkenyl group in the polyether compound is 0.8-5; catalytic amount of hydrosilylation catalyst; 5-100 pbw organosiloxane compound having, per molecule, a SiH bond and an epoxy group and/or trialkoxysilyl group bonded to a silicon atom of the organosiloxane via an organic group which may have an oxygen atom; and 100-10000 pbw organic solvent having a fluorine atom and a boiling point of not higher than 150degreesC at atmospheric pressure.    a=1-6.
NOVELTY - A fluorine-containing urethane compound (I) is new.    USE - For processing agent of textiles, paper and nonwoven fabric (all claimed), carpet, stone, electrostatic filter and fuel cell components.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorine-containing urethane compound provides excellent water repellency, oil repellency and stained resistance, to processing agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fluorine-containing urethane compound of formula (I): (Rf-A1-Z-X1-OC(=O)NH-)mL(-NHC(=O)O-Y1)n(-NHC(=O)O-((ClCH2-)X2O)a-R1)k, is new.    L=group derived from polyisocyanate by removal of isocyanate groups;    Rf=1-21C perfluoroalkyl;    A1=direct bond or 1-21C divalent organic group;    Z=-S-or-SO2-;    X1=divalent, linear or branched 1-5C aliphatic group having at least one hydroxyl group;    X2=trivalent linear or branched 2-5C aliphatic group;    Y1=univalent organic group having hydroxyl group;    R1=hydrogen or 1-10C alkyl group;    a=1-20;    m=1-15;    n,k=0-14;and    m+n+k=2-50.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) composition containing fluorine-containing urethane compound, and emulsifier and water;    (2) processing agent containing above composition;    (3) processing of textiles using above processing agent;    (4) processed textiles;    (5) processing of paper using above processing agent;    (6) processed paper;    (7) processing of nonwoven fabric; and    (8) processed nonwoven fabric.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage alloy is produced by forming a hydrogen storage alloy having two or more elements; annealing the alloy to form a single phase body centered cubic structure; quenching the alloy at a cooling rate of 102-103degreesC/sec; and inhibiting the formation of the oxides on the surface of the alloy during quenching and/or removing the oxides from the surface of alloy after quenching.    USE - For the production of a hydrogen storage alloy used in the reversible storage of hydrogen used for fuel cells, portable power generation and hydrogen combustion engines.    ADVANTAGE - The method can provide a hydrogen storage alloy having a high hydrogen storage efficiency with excellent reversibility, a proper hydrogen dissociation equilibrium pressure, a high absorption/desorption rate, and excellent phase stability resulting in increased cycle life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a PCT plot of a medium vanadium content alloy of the invention showing the change in crystal structure as hydrogen is absorbed and desorbed from the alloy.
NOVELTY - A fuel reformer comprises first heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of reforming reaction zone; and second heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of water gas shift reaction zone. A surface of the heat exchangers is coated with catalyst from combustion catalyst, preferential oxidation catalyst or desulfurization catalyst.    USE - For making fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The use of heat exchanger coated with a combustion catalyst reduces the startup time of a reformer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel reformer comprises reforming reaction zone; first heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of the reforming reaction zone; first water gas shift reaction zone in fluid communication and downstream of the first heat exchanger; and second heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of the first water gas shift reaction zone. A surface of the first and second heat exchangers is coated with a catalyst from a combustion catalyst, a preferential oxidation catalyst or desulfurization catalyst. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reducing the startup time of a reformer comprising reacting a reformate generated from a reforming reaction with a first air stream to generate heat, where the reformate and the first air stream flow outside a first heat exchanger having an outer surface coated with a first combustion catalyst or a first preferential oxidation catalyst, which facilitates the reaction between the reformate and the first air stream.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell assembly comprises first and second membranes, each having an inner portion and an outer peripheral portion; and a structural film layer disposed between part(s) of outer peripheral portion of first membrane and corresponding outer peripheral portion of second membrane. The inner portion of first membrane contacts the corresponding inner portion of second membrane to provide ionic communication between the membranes.    USE - For use in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The structural film layer protects the membrane and provides structural support, producing a more durable, long-lasting assembly for fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of discrete assemblies for use in fuel cell, providing a first membrane (11) having a cathode (14); providing a second membrane (15) having an anode (18), providing a structural film layer (20) defining windows; laminating the first membrane to the second membrane in a continuous process with the structural film layer between them, so that the first membrane contacts the second membrane within the windows to provide ionic communication between the second membranes and to form continuous assemblies; and cutting the continuous membrane electrode assemblies to form the discrete assemblies.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exploded cross-sectional view of the inventive fuel cell assembly.    First membrane (11)    Cathode (14)    Second membrane (15)    Anode (18)    Structural film layer (20)
NOVELTY - Removing water-soluble contaminants from a stream of inlet oxidant to a hydrogen generator involves passing the stream of inlet oxidant through a scrubber which is an accumulating/degasifying apparatus and contacting a stream of water flowing through the scrubber for dissolving the contaminants and removing the dissolved contaminants to cleanse the stream of oxidant; and subsequently passing the cleansed stream to the hydrogen generator.    USE - For removing water-soluble contaminants such as sulfur and its compounds from a stream of inlet oxidant to a hydrogen generator (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides hydrogen rich stream with minimal inclusion of detrimental such as sulfur to the fuel cell power plant; and can be applicable to other similar catalytic processes that provide hydrogen. Addition of coolant (e.g. water) to the oxidant facilitates formation of sulfate aerosols in the oxidant stream. Inclusion of scavenger aids such as iron oxide and/or calcium oxide forms salt of sulfate and sulfite thus prevent back diffusion of sulfur dioxide into the gas phase. Inclusion of aqueous-based catalytic agents such as iron oxide and/or hydrogen peroxide in the coolant, and the gas phase catalyst e.g. ozone increase oxidation rate of sulfur dioxide in the accumulating apparatus to form highly soluble sulfate ions i.e. sulfuric acid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator is for a fuel cell assembly in a fuel cell power plant. The fuel cell power plant includes a coolant loop having a coolant flowing through the accumulating/degasifying apparatus.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an ion exchange membrane interposed between the senor anode and sensor cathode. An ammeter measures the current that occurs from the electrolysis of fuel due to potential difference between the sensor anode and sensor cathode.    USE - For automobile and portable device.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of fuel fed to fuel cell stack is estimated accurately, while suppressing external factors to minimum. Since the fuel is supplied in accordance with obtained current value, the fuel cell is maintained in appropriate state of generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - Method of manufacturing nanocables (I) comprises: (a) coating the inner surfaces of the passages (in a form of plurality of tubular passages having diameter less than or equal to200 nm) with a first solid to form a nanotube (A) within each passage; and (b) electrochemically depositing a second solid over (A) (which is connected as electrodes) by underpotential deposition to radially grow a layer of the second solid to a thickness over (A).    USE - (I) are useful for a variety of functions (e.g. sensing and detection of chemical or biological analytes in a fluid medium). (I) are useful: as photovoltaic devices in solar cells, and biosensors or chemical sensors; and in nano-electro-mechanical systems for a piezoelectric effect.    ADVANTAGE - (I) has high capacity, high sensitivity and high-speed signal generation, and transmission.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a silicon substrate-embedded transistor manufactured by a process comprising:    (i) coating the inner surface of a closed-end well in a silicon substrate with a first solid to form (A) within the well (the well having a diameter 200 nm or less);    (ii) electrochemically depositing a second solid over (A) (which is connected as electrodes) by underpotential deposition to radially grow a layer of the second solid to a thickness over (A); and    (iii) repeating step (ii) a sufficient number of times to form a multi-layered plug within the well, using different materials for adjacent layers which together are capable of functioning as a transistor when connected to electrical leads, and electrically connecting the layers to the electrical leads at the mouth of the well.
NOVELTY - The functional organic thin film has a monolayer formed using specific pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound.    USE - For manufacture of semiconductor electronic devices such as thin film transistor (TFT), solar cell, fuel cell and sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The organic thin film is adsorbed firmly to the substrate. The organic thin film has high crystallinity and high density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The functional organic thin film has a monolayer formed using pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound of formula (A-B-C-SiX1X2X3).    A=13-25C monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon optionally substituted with halogen atom or 16-30C unsubstituted monovalent aliphatic hydrocarbon;    B=oxygen atom or sulfur atom; and    X1-X3=divalent organic group (C) showing pi-electron conjugation and gives hydroxyl group by hydrolysis.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the manufacturing method of functional organic thin film. The method involves hydrolyzing silyl group in pi-electron conjugated system organic silane compound, and reacting with a substrate surface. A monolayer is directly formed on the substrate. The unreacted organic silane compound present on the monolayer, is removed by washing using non-aqueous organic solvent.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell module has fuel battery cell(s) (S1, S2), support (14), fuel feed system (30) and inlet tube (31) for supplying hydrogen to cell. The system has storage room (I) for accommodating iron, which reacts with air to generate heat, storage room (II) for accommodating water and producing water vapor by heat generation, and storage room (III) for accommodating iron, which reacts with water vapor to produce hydrogen.    USE - As power supply for portable devices, such as mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, personal digital assistant (PDA) and digital camera, electric vehicles, domestic distributed-type power source and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell module is eco-friendly and compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel cell module has fuel battery cell(s) (S1,S2), a support (14) for supporting the fuel battery cell, a fuel feed system (30) for supplying fuel with respect to battery cell, and an inlet tube (31) for supplying hydrogen to fuel battery cell. The fuel feed system has storage rooms (I-III). The room (I) accommodates iron, which reacts with air to generate heat. The room (II) accommodates water, and produces water vapor by heat generation. The room (III) accommodates iron, which reacts with water vapor to produce hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of fuel cell module.    support (14)    fuel feed system (30)    inlet tube (31)    fuel battery cell (S1, S2)
NOVELTY - The fuel reforming system (1) has a reaction unit (8) for producing endothermic reaction, a combustion unit (9) for heating reaction unit by lean combustion, and a nitrogen oxide purification unit (11). The purification unit purifies nitrogen oxide contained in combustion exhaust gas ejected from combustion unit.    USE - As fuel reforming system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reforming system suppresses air pollution by combustion exhaust gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel reforming system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reforming system (1)    reaction unit (modifier) (8)    combustion unit (burner) (9)    hydrogen separation membrane (10)    purification unit (nitrogen oxide adsorber) (11)
NOVELTY - The guide tube has a cylindrical element (ferritic stainless steel) (2a) and a fixed iron core (2b) (austenitic stainless steel) that are welded using a weld metal of hardness of 150-3209 HV. The weld metal contains austenite of 50% or more while remaining amount contains mixture of ferrite and martensite. Annealing of the guide tube is carried out at 550-650degreesC for 2-4 hours, after welding.    USE - For supplying hydrogen (as fuel) to a fuel cell, for example.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of hydrogen embrittlement crack in the guide tube is prevented efficiently. The corrosion resistance, strength, magnetic characteristic and responsiveness of the solenoid valve are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) guide tube manufacturing method; and    (b) solenoid valve.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the guide tube in the solenoid valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solenoid valve (1)    guide tube (2)    cylindrical element (2a)    fixed iron core (2b)
NOVELTY - The shift catalyst contains atom(s) selected from cerium, zirconium, platinum and titanium, supported by an inorganic support.    USE - For shift reaction device for fuel modification type fuel cell system, fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The shift catalyst has excellent catalyst activity in high velocity conditions, with low noble metal amount.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The inorganic support further contains atom of zirconium, titanium, vanadium, niobium and/or tantalum. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the shift catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the system flowchart of the fuel modification type fuel cell system mounted on the vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A switching unit transduces the tested gas to vacant chamber (21a) before and after oxidation of flammable component. Detectors (101a,101b) detect the pump electric currents (Ip1,Ip2) when oxygen concentration in vacant chamber is set to zero. The concentration of oxygen is calculated based on the detected pump electric current.    USE - For detecting concentration of gas such as oxygen in fuel cell power generating device (claimed) of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Detects the concentration of oxygen exactly, when oxygen and flammable component are mixed to tested gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell power generating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of sensor element of gas concentration detector.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas concentration detector (1A)    vacant chamber (21a)    detectors (101a,101b)    voltmeters (52a,52b)    pump electric current (Ip1,Ip2)
NOVELTY - An ethylene copolymer composition is formed by blending white colored inorganic pigment, cross-linking adjuvant containing allyl group and/or (meth)acryloxy group, and cross-linking agent with ethylene-polar monomer copolymer.    USE - For solar cell sealing agent used for solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ethylene copolymer composition has excellent heat-resisting property, adhesivity, flexibility, moldability and durability. The solar cell module sealed using the composition has excellent insulating property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell sealing agent using the ethylene copolymer composition; and    (2) solar cell module which has solar cell element sealed by the solar cell sealing agent.
NOVELTY - An ethylene copolymer composition is formed by blending a white colored inorganic pigment, a cross-linking agent and triaryl cyanurate with an ethylene-polar monomer copolymer.    USE - For solar cell sealing agent used for producing solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell sealing agent containing the ethylene copolymer composition, has excellent flexibility, workability, adhesivity, cross-linkability and insulation property. The solar cell module produced using the sealing agent, has excellent heat-resisting property, insulation property, adhesivity, flexibility and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) solar cell sealing agent using the ethylene copolymer composition; and    (2) solar cell module with which a solar cell element is sealed by the solar cell sealing agent.
NOVELTY - A coating liquid contains acetyl acetone indium, organic tin compound, cellulose derivative, alkyl phenol and/or alkenyl phenol, dibasic acid ester and/or benzyl acetate and diethylene glycol derivative. The total content of acetyl acetone indium and organic tin compound, is 1-30 wt.%, and content of cellulose derivative is 5 wt.% or less.    USE - For formation of transparent electrically conductive film (claimed), used in transparent electrodes such as liquid crystal display, electroluminescent display, plasma display panel, touch panel, solar cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - A transparent electroconductive thin film is formed stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of transparent electrically conductive film which involves applying the coating liquid on a substrate, drying and baking at 300degreesC or more; and    (2) transparent electrically conductive film formed by the method.
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic process and assembly release hydrogen from substances e.g. deionised water containing hydrogen atoms. In the process solar energy is focused on a solar cell delivering electrical current to anode and cathode electrodes in water and releasing hydrogen by electrolysis. The path or the sun is tracked by the optical system.    USE - Hydrogen generator process and assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The process efficiently generates hydrogen gas at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the principle of operation.    Sun (1)    point-focus lens (2)    cascade solar cell (3)    PEM membrane with electrodes (4)    solar cell water cooling (5)    solar cell copper plate (6)
NOVELTY - Production of a semiconductor component on a substrate comprises adhering a silicon wafer (3) with a metal-containing phase containing aluminum and/or silver to a high temperature stable support (1) made from silicon carbide and heat treating to produce a mechanical solid connection between the semiconductor and ceramic with a metal-containing conducting intermediate layer and forming an ohmic contact between the paste (2) and semiconductor component.    USE - Used as a photovoltaic element, e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The component is easily attached to further components to form a module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a semiconductor component produced by the above process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a silicon solar cell.    support (1)    paste (2)    silicon wafer (3)    semiconductor (4)    dopant-rich surface layer (6)
NOVELTY - The organic-inorganic composite coating film contains a copolymer having a polyamine segment in a matrix consisting of inorganic oxide. The coating film has a micropore pattern on its surface.    USE - For biosensor, biomolecule, dye-sensitized solar cell, structural color material, and luminescent material.    ADVANTAGE - The organic inorganic composite coating film has excellent hardness, flame retardance and semiconductor property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the aqueous paint composition. The aqueous-paint composition is obtained by mixing a copolymer having polyamine segment, metal alkoxide and an aqueous medium.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen storing apparatus comprises storage component used to receive hydrogen from hydrogen source. The component comprises hydrogen storage medium.    USE - For storing and retrieving hydrogen used as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Allows minimization of overall system volume and weight. It is inexpensive and efficient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) storing and retrieving hydrogen comprising providing source of hydrogen, providing storage component used to receive hydrogen from the source and exposing the medium to hydrogen from the source; and    (2) hydrogen storage medium comprising greater than or equal to10 at.% gallium, aluminum and balance boron.
NOVELTY - A multi-junction solar cell comprises: a silicon solar subcell; a gallium-indium-phosphide solar subcell; and a gallium-arsenide solar subcell located between the silicon solar subcell and the gallium-indium-phosphide solar subcell. The gallium arsenide solar subcell is bonded to the silicon solar subcell such that a bonded interface exists between these subcells.    USE - For use in space-based applications for satellite power systems.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive multi-junction solar cell can increase the W/kg by a factor of two or more over existing designs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of making a multi-junction solar cell, comprising: implanting ions into a single crystal device substrate such that a damaged region is formed in the device substrate. The device substrate is bonded to an active silicon substrate comprising a silicon solar subcell. A portion of the device substrate along the damaged region is separated to leave a transferred layer bonded to the active silicon substrate. At least one III-V semiconductor solar subcell is epitaxially formed on the transferred layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of a solar cell of the invention.
NOVELTY - Monitoring system (I) for a fuel cell system comprises: a fuel cell having a controller; a fuel supply coupled to the fuel cell; sensors operatively connected to the fuel supply; and a sensor communication link connecting the sensors and the controller.    USE - The invention deals with monitoring system for fuel cell system (claimed) used as power supply for e.g. mobile or cell phones, power tools, personal digital assistants, digital cameras, laptop computers, computer games systems, MP3 players, global positioning systems.    ADVANTAGE - The conventional monitoring systems have not been adapted for use with fuel cell systems, where (I) is for use with a fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a fuel supply for a fuel cell comprising: a container; fuel disposed within the container; at least one sensor for monitoring a condition of the fuel; and an RFID tag that is configured to communicate with the sensor and be interrogated by an RFID reader station; and    (2) a method for monitoring a condition of a fuel supply comprising: providing a fuel supply containing a fuel; and collecting data regarding at least one condition of the fuel supply using sensors.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective break-away view of a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a condensing room (5) communicated with a seawater channel (24), where seawater is guided into the room via the seawater channel. A solar module (1) is provided in which the sea water flows through the seawater channel to cool the module. A conductive plate (2) heats seawater flowing through the seawater channel. The plate defines a sealed compartment containing a superconductive liquid.    USE - Used for desalting solar seawater.    ADVANTAGE - The seawater flows into the solar module through the seawater channel to cool the solar module, thus preventing overheating of the solar module, and hence cooling the module without external energy. The apparatus effectively desalts the seawater to obtain freshwater with low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar seawater desalting apparatus.    Solar module (1)    Conductive plate (2)    Heat-insulating plate (3)    Condensing room (5)    Seawater channel (24)
NOVELTY - A dye-sensitized oxide semiconductor electrode comprises an electrically conductive substrate, an oxide semiconductor film provided on a surface of the substrate, and a sensitizing dye adsorbed on the film. The oxide semiconductor film has been further treated with silanizing agent(s).    USE - The inventive dye-sensitized oxide semiconductor electrode is used for a solar cell having a counter electrode, and a redox electrolyte contacting with the semiconductor electrode and the counter electrode (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive dye-sensitized oxide semiconductor electrode can provide solar cells of improved efficiency or other beneficial properties compared to similar cells not having the passivated electrodes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dye-sensitized oxide semiconductor electrode comprises an electrically conductive substrate, an oxide semiconductor film provided on a surface of the substrate, and a sensitizing dye adsorbed on the film. The oxide semiconductor film has been further treated with silanizing agent(s) comprising the partial structure R1-Si-OR2.    R1 = alkyl; and    R2 = alkyl, H or aryl.
NOVELTY - The semiconductor substrate has p/n type semiconductor layer formed at the surface of the n/p type semiconductor layer, without modifying the low quality region (11a) such as low diffusion length region and crystal grain boundary region of the p/n type semiconductor layer.    USE - For solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A solar cell having reduced internal leakage current and excellent electrical characteristics is realized with high yield at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) semiconductor substrate manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell.    polycrystal semiconductor substrate (11)    low quality region (11a)    diffused layer (12)    antireflective film (13)    light receiving electrode (14)    rear side electric field layer (15)    rear side electrode (16)    diffusion barrier film (17)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a silicon or silicon-germanium layer on the surface of a p-type polycrystal silicon wafer (1). A n-type layer is formed by introducing impurity such as phosphorus with respect to the silicon or silicon germanium layer and a pn-junction is formed.    USE - For manufacturing a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves photoelectric conversion efficiency of a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The flowchart explains the solar cell manufacture. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Support (31) contains iron-group metal oxide and/or iron-group metal, rare-earth oxide containing rare earth element(s), and magnesium-containing compound. The support has gas permeability and electroconductivity.    USE - For fuel battery cell for fuel cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Generation of crack and peeling of fuel electrode or solid electrolyte layer resulting from differential thermal expansion coefficient during baking of support, is suppressed by adding magnesium component. The iron group metal or its oxide is hardly diffused to the solid electrolyte from support. Therefore, the ionic conductivity of solid electrolyte layer is not influenced during simultaneous baking of support and solid electrolyte. The electric power generation capability of the fuel cell is improved by using the support.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) fuel battery cell; and    (b) fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of hollow flat fuel battery cell.    support (31)    fuel electrode (32)    solid electrolyte (33)    oxygen electrode (34)    interconnector (35)
NOVELTY - Dye sensitized solar-cell composite-type thin-film solid lithium ion secondary cell (A) consists of dye sensitized solar cell (10) and thin-film solid lithium ion secondary cell (20) provided on a same substrate (1).    USE - For electronic devices e.g. digital clock.    ADVANTAGE - Dye sensitized solar-cell composite-type thin-film solid lithium ion secondary cell is manufactured economically and easily in short period of time. The composite-type secondary cell has improved battery characteristics such as charging-and-discharging capacitance, breakdown voltage and cycle characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section of solar-cell composite-type secondary battery.    substrate (1)    dye sensitized solar cell (10)    thin-film solid lithium ion secondary cell (20)    solar-cell composite-type thin-film solid lithium ion secondary cell (A)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has pair of gas-passageway formation structures (3) formed of porous material and provided at both sides of membrane-electrode assembly (2). An upstream-side and downstream-side moisture content maintenance blocks (5,6) are arranged at upstream and downstream sides of gas-passageway formation structures, to maintain moisture content of reactive gas supplied through gas-passageway formation structures.    USE - E.g. solid-polymer-electrolyte type fuel battery cell mounted on electric-vehicle for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Distribution of moisture content in fuel battery cell is homogenized, so that usage of fuel battery cell is stabilized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view and top view of the fuel battery cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel battery cell (1)    membrane-electrode assembly (2)    gas-passageway formation structures (3)    upstream-side moisture content maintenance block (5)    downstream-side moisture content maintenance block (6)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has water storage tank (8) which is divided into two storage regions for separately storing water to be supplied to hydrogen generator (2), and the cold water for maintaining the temperature of fuel cell (1).    USE - For generating electric power using hydrogen and oxygen as fuels, used in cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - The water quantity according to the requirement for specific purposes are used. Enables achieving water tank of simple structure. Enables achieving stable running of the fuel cell system for long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    fuel cell (1)    hydrogen generator (2)    combustor (2a)    air blower (3)    water storage tank (8)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a buffer container (3) connected in the middle of a tube (2) inside which granular melt solution (4) is supplied from a crucible (1) through a nozzle (1a). The buffer container returns predetermined gas stored in it to the tube during pressure reduction, and removes gas from the tube during rise of internal pressure.    USE - For manufacturing granular silicon crystal used for photoelectric conversion apparatus e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables manufacturing high purity granular crystals at low cost, with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of granular silicon crystal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the manufacturing apparatus of granular silicon crystal.    crucible (1)    nozzle (1a)    tube (2)    buffer container (3)    melt solution (4)
NOVELTY - A carbon-type material which occludes and releases hydrogen is prepared. The carbon-type material is arranged in hydrogen or atmosphere containing hydrogen. An elastic wave and/or electromagnetic wave having frequency of GHz or MHz band is provided to the surface of the carbon-type material to form a hydrogen storage material.    USE - For hydrogen storage device used in electric power generation system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method forms hydrogen storage material having high industrial utility, inexpensively. Hydrogen desorption from hydrogen storage material is carried out easily,    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) hydrogen storage material;    (2) hydrogen desorption method;    (3) hydrogen storage device; and    (4) electric power generation system.
NOVELTY - The water-gas shift reaction catalyst contains metal microparticles chosen from gold, silver, palladium, platinum, rhodium, copper, nickel, cobalt, tin, titanium, indium, aluminum, tantalum, antimony and rubidium, supported on complex oxide support. The support contains crystalline oxide (O) of element(s) chosen from 4A group of periodic table and amorphous oxide of lanthanoids and yttrium. The amount of oxide (O) in the support is 5-25 wt.%.    USE - For removing carbon monoxide contained in hydrogen gas for fuel cell for motor vehicles and equipment for home and office. Also used as oxidation catalyst, deodorizer and absorption material.    ADVANTAGE - The water-gas shift reaction catalyst has high catalyst activity over long period of time and excellent thermal stability due to the specific support used. Aggregation of metal microparticles in the support is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the water-gas shift reaction catalyst.
NOVELTY - A lead wire is extracted from a photovoltaic cell and is connected to a connection end of a terminal box. The adhesive agent between a resin board and box is hardened and simultaneously a resin sheet is melted to weld the cell and the resin board. An external drawer cord is connected to the connection end of box.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module for generating electric power using sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces hardening waiting time for attaching terminal box and resin board, thus reduces manufacturing time of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow diagram of the solar cell module manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The plasma processing apparatus has a plasma generation source (1) provided at the longitudinal direction of a microwave generator. A slot is formed along a longitudinal direction of a waveguide for propagating microwaves emitted from the microwave generator. The slot is in communication with the chamber (10) in which substrate (100) to-be-processed is arranged.    USE - For plasma processing particularly for etching, sputtering, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes, etc., in processing of substrates in manufacture of solar cell (claimed), liquid crystal display (LCD) element, semiconductor component, electronic component, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Plasma can be uniformly generated by easier adjustment of width of the slot so plasma processing efficiency is improved so improving productivity of components and reducing manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) plasma processing method;    (2) solar cell;    (3) manufacturing method of solar cell; and    (4) plasma generation source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the plasma CVD apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Plasma generation source (1)    Roller (2)    Substrate carrier (3)    Chamber (10)    Substrate to-be-processed (100)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (9) has an emitter layer (1) at light receiving surface of a semiconductor substrate (3), and a glass passivation layer (2) which is formed on the emitter layer. Phosphorus is thermally diffused as impurity into a p-type-semiconductor substrate for forming the emitter layer.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar cell by using high passivation effect of glass layer. Simplifies manufacturing process of solar cell thereby reducing manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of solar cell manufacturing process.    emitter layer (1)    glass layer (2)    semiconductor substrate (3)    anti-reflective film (4)    P+ diffused layer (5)    reverse-side lateral electrode (6)    light-receiving-surface lateral electrode (7)    solar cell (9)
NOVELTY - Optoelectric transducer has a photoelectric-conversion layer (2), an electrode (3) and an exciton generation moving bed (4) laminated in order on an electrode (1).    USE - E.g. dye sensitized solar cell for converting light energy e.g. sunlight into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Optoelectric transducer has excellent photoelectric-conversion efficiency and mechanical strength, and is inexpensive and simple.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the principal portion of the lamination of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrodes (1,3)    photoelectric-conversion layer (2)    exciton generation moving bed (4)    protective layer (5)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric converting layer (2) with multiple patternized charge-transport promotion units (3) is disposed between lower and upper electrodes (1,4). The patternized charge-transport promotion unit is formed through e.g. vapor deposition method, and comprised of electroconductive material, carbon compound and conductive polymers.    USE - For converting light energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Offers inexpensive optoelectric transducer with improved photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an optoelectric transducer manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Lower and upper electrodes (1,4)    Photoelectric converting layer (2)    Patternized charge-transport promotion units (3)    Protective layer (5)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (X) has a main body (A) formed with a semiconductor electrode (11) and a counter electrode (30), and a reflection member (B) which reflects the light which permeated the main body. A transparent electrode (12) is configured adjacently on the light-receiving surface (F2).    USE - Dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Raises visual added value of solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an attachment method of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic of the dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Semiconductor electrode (11)    Transparent electrode (12)    Counter electrode (30)    Main body (A)    Reflection member (B)    Light-receiving surface (F2)    Solar cell (X)
NOVELTY - An adsorption unit (1) adsorbs an edge portion of sheet (4) that is separated and conveyed by supply unit, from an upper direction with an adsorption block (1a). A clamping unit (2) clamps an edge portion of sheet that is adsorbed by adsorption unit, so as to measure the thickness of the sheet.    USE - For manufacture of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves manufacturing yield of solar cell module, by preventing formation of wrinkles on the surface of the sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) sheet conveyance method; and    (2) solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the external view of the sheet conveyor.    adsorption unit (1)    adsorption block (1a)    clamping unit (2)    sheet (4)    sheet conveyor (10)    loading table (11)
NOVELTY - A bias power supply (11) applies a negative bias potential to a mesh electrode (9) that is arranged between primary and secondary electrodes (7,8) in a vacuum chamber (7) so that gas (6) required to form i layers of amorphous into a film is introduced into electrode (8) through several through holes provided in the mesh electrode.    USE - For manufacturing amorphous solar cell with triode.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electric power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for amorphous solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the amorphous solar cell manufacturing apparatus.    Vacuum chamber (1)    Gas (6)    Electrodes (7,8)    Mesh electrode (9)    Bias power supply (11)
NOVELTY - A light sensitive electrode (10) has composite electrode (2) formed on surface(s) of transparent electroconductive film (3). The composite electrode contains composite polymer of conductive polymer and dye bonded by covalent bond. The composite electrode carries electron withdrawal or electron-donating molecule.    USE - For organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The light sensitive electrode improves the photoelectric conversion efficiency of organic solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic solar cell (20), which is equipped with the light sensitive electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the organic solar cell.    substrate (1)    composite electrode (2)    transparent electroconductive film (3)    light sensitive electrode (10)    organic solar cell (20)
NOVELTY - A discharge unit (30) sprays raw material solution to form a transparent electrically conductive film (12) on the surface of base material (11). A support (20) with temperature controller (21), is provided to support a base material. A holder (60) is provided to contact and support the side face of the base material.    USE - For manufacturing substrate for transparent electrode used for liquid crystal display element, solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Restrains formation of curvature produced in base material while forming low resistant transparent electrically conductive film uniformly on base material, at reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The holder has a force application unit that applies a press with respect to base material. An induction unit is provided to move the holder with respect to base material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the substrate manufacturing apparatus.    base material (11)    transparent electrically conductive film (12)    support (20)    temperature controller (21)    discharge unit (30)    holder (60)
NOVELTY - Photoactive nanocomposite (A) comprises a couple of donor-acceptor semiconducting elements (I) (which is supported by a substrate of the device), where one of the elements is formed by nanowires (II) with sp3 structure and the other elements are organic compound (III).    USE - (A) is useful in solar cell, light emitter and photo detector.    ADVANTAGE - (A): has better mobility of charges; are more stable in air; and the energy level of donar and acceptor of (A) is compatible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the preparation of (A).
NOVELTY - A mini fuel cell battery comprises battery module(s) having a body (1) and at least two fuel cells in the body with an anodic space (15) in between them. Each fuel cell comprises two collectors (3, 4), a membrane electrode assembly (6) and a fixing ring (2) which is secured to the body by means of a screw closure system such as hermetic sealing.    USE - For a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The mini fuel cell battery enables hermetic sealing of the battery, and avoids the need for other securing systems which are common in prior art e.g. adhesives, nuts or screws.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system comprising 2-100 of the mini fuel cell batteries arranged in parallel, preferably to allow for access of air to the cathodic collectors of each of the fuel cells by spontaneous diffusion or forced ventilation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded view of the elemental two cell fuel cell battery module.    Body (1)    Fixing ring (2)    Collectors (3, 4)    Membrane electrode assembly (6)    Anodic space (15)
NOVELTY - An enzymatic fuel membrane cell comprising an enzymatically active transport formed from ether-linked lipids, extracted from thermophilic archaea cells and functional thermophilic enzymes embedded in these specific lipids, is new.    USE - The apparatus is used as an enzymatic fuel membrane cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can display increased current and power generating capacities, and does not suffer from some drawbacks of the prior art. It has increased longevity. Greater fuel cell efficiencies are also achieved due to the fact that the cathode reaction can be operated at a lower pH than the anode reaction, a feature which facilitates a greater catalytic efficiency of the reactions in each compartment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an enzymatic active transport membrane.
NOVELTY - Dye-sensitized solar cell is obtained by laminating two substrates (1,5) by a transparent electroconductive film (6), forming a dye sensitizing semiconductor electrode (4) at the transparent substrate surface, and sealing an electrolyte liquid (3) between the substrates.    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Dye-sensitized solar cell has excellent reproducibility and stability. The content of electrolyte liquid between substrates, is stabilized by arranging electrolyte liquid holding electrode between the substrates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional view of the structure of the dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (1)    electrolyte liquid (3)    dye sensitizing semiconductor electrode (4)    substrate (5)    transparent electroconductive film (6)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system (10) has: an aqueous solution tank (18) which holds fuel aqueous solution; a fuel cell (12) including an anode (12b) supplied with the fuel aqueous solution from the aqueous solution tank, and a cathode (12c) provided with a catalyst; an air supplying unit including an air pump and arranged to supply air to the cathode in the fuel cell; and a gas guide arranged to add a gas containing gasified fuel from the aqueous solution tank to the air to be sent to the cathode.    USE - Used in transport equipment, preferably two-wheeled vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention is capable of handling gasified fuel in aqueous solution tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of primary portion of the inventive fuel cell.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell (12)    Electrolyte (12a)    Anode (12b)    Cathode (12c)    Fuel tank (14)    Fuel supply pipe (16)    Aqueous solution tank (18)    Fuel pump (20)
NOVELTY - The method involves cooling and solidifying the molten silicon solution (7) ejected out of the nozzle (3) of the crucible (1), while pressure (6) is applied to the solution (4) inside the crucible, such that the pressure is raised at the time of ejection start and lowered later on.    USE - For manufacturing granular silicon crystal for optoelectric transducer used as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to manufacture granular silicon crystal stably and inexpensively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the granular silicon crystal manufacturing crucible.    crucible (1)    nozzle (3)    molten silicon solutions (4,7)    pressure (6)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has modification portion (6), raw material supply portion (1), water evaporation portion (4), water supply portion (3) supplies water to portion (4), and deoxidation portion (5) provided between portions (6,4). Raw material and water vapor are circulated in catalyst layer, and modification is performed in portion (6) to produce hydrogen rich gas. Portion (1) supplies raw material to portion (6).    USE - For generating hydrogen gas used for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus produces hydrogen gas steadily. The degradation of modification catalyst is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a modification portion (6), a raw material supply portion (1), water evaporation portion (4) supplies water vapor to portion (6), water supply portion (3) supplies water to portion (4), and deoxidation portion (5) provided between portions (6,4). A raw material and water vapor are circulated in a catalyst layer, and modification reaction is performed in portion (6) to produce hydrogen rich gas. Portion (1) supplies raw material to portion (6).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of the hydrogen production apparatus.    raw material supply portion (1)    water supply portion (3)    water evaporation portion (4)    deoxidation portion (5)    modification portion (6)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell power-generating device has a nitrogen oxide removal unit (9) and a fuel cell (5). The unit (9) removes nitrogen oxide contained in oxidizing agent gas containing at least oxygen. The fuel cell has an electrolyte (1) interposed between a pair of electrodes (21,22), and a pair of separator boards (41,42) having gas passageway. The supply of fuel gas containing hydrogen is carried out in one side of electrode.    USE - In shops, factories and homes.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell power-generating device has improved durability, and deterioration of nitrogen oxide contained in oxidizing agent gas is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell power-generating device has a nitrogen oxide removal unit (9) and a fuel cell (5). The unit (9) removes nitrogen oxide contained in oxidizing agent gas containing at least oxygen. The fuel cell has an electrolyte (1) interposed between a pair of electrodes (21,22), and a pair of separator boards (41,42) having gas passageway. The gas passageway carries out supply ejection of oxidizing agent gas free from nitrogen oxide. The supply of fuel gas containing hydrogen is carried out in one side of electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the fuel cell power-generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrolyte (1)    fuel cell (5)    nitrogen oxide removal unit (9)    organic substance removal unit (10)    alkali removal unit (11)    electrodes (21,22)    separator boards (41,42)
NOVELTY - The coolant composition consists of an ion exchange resin uniformly dispersed in a coolant containing water as base.    USE - For fuel-cell-stack cooling system (claimed) for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Insulation of coolant is retained stably. Propagation of fuel-cell vehicle is performed efficiently using the coolant composition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The ion exchange resin is a mixture of an anion exchange resin and a cation exchange resin.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) fuel-cell-stack cooling system;    (b) manufacturing method of coolant composition;    (c) preservation method of coolant composition; and    (d) recovery of coolant composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the relationship of electroconductivity and test time of the coolant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - pi-electron conjugated system organosilane compound (I).    USE - Useful as electric material, organic thin film transistor material for solar cell, fuel cell and sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The pi-electron conjugated system organosilane compound has excellent stability and enables to form organic thin film having excellent separation resistance, high crystallinity, orderliness and electric conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - pi-electron conjugated system organosilane compound (I) is of formula: R1-SiX1X2X3.    R1=organic group containing monocyclic heterocycle unit comprising silicon, germanium, tin, phosphorus, selenium, tellurium or titanium;and    X1-X3=group capable of producing hydroxyl group by hydrolysis.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for synthesis of pi-electron conjugated system organosilane compound which involves reacting lithium compound of formula: R1-Li with organosilane compound (II) of formula: X4-SiX1X2X3.    R1=organic group containing monocyclic heterocycle unit comprising atom chosen from group 4A, 4B, 5B and 6B elements;    X1-X3=same as defined above;and    X4=H, halogen or lower alkoxy group.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the relation between intermolecular distance and intermolecular force of the pi-electron conjugated system organosilane compound. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The die has a plate-like die substrate with two surfaces. An underlayer (5) is disposed on the die substrate in such a manner as to coat a part of a portion constituting a back hole and a slit. An intermediate layer is placed to coat a part of the underlayer. A surface layer (7) is disposed in such a manner so as to coat a part of the intermediate layer and is constituted of diamond and diamond-like carbon.    USE - Used for forming a honeycomb structure of a ceramic, e.g. for a carrier for a catalyst, using a catalyst function of an internal combustion engine, a boiler, a chemical reaction apparatus, a refiner for a fuel cell, etc., a filter for capturing particulates in an exhaust gas, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The surface layer is disposed in such a manner as to coat the part of the intermediate layer and is constituted of the diamond and diamond-like carbon so reducing pressure resistance to realize sophisticated formability and enable improved wear resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a die for forming a honeycomb structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a section depicting a die for forming a honeycomb structure.    Plate-like die substrate (2)    Back hole (3)    Slit (4)    Underlayer (5)    Surface layer (7)
NOVELTY - Liquid fuel cell holding apparatus comprises an upwardly extending, sleeve-like body constructed partially of thermoplastic material and having wall(s) capable of surrounding the liquid fuel cell and a flame yielded by the fuel cell. The wall includes engagement section(s) having a circular shape and removably slidable over and around the outer circumferential surface of the liquid fuel cell.    USE - For holding liquid fuel cell useful for yielding flame (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is resilient, strong, durable, or non-flammable. It is easy and cost effective to manufacture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Liquid fuel cell holding apparatus (10) comprises an upwardly extending, sleeve-like body constructed partially of thermoplastic material and having wall(s) (24) capable of surrounding the liquid fuel cell and a flame (16) yielded by the fuel cell. The wall includes engagement section(s) (28) having a circular shape and removably slidable over and around the outer circumferential surface of the liquid fuel cell. When the engagement section is slid over the liquid fuel cell, the engagement section grips and holds the liquid fuel cell so the body and the liquid fuel cell may be lifted and moved without separation of the liquid fuel cell from the body. The apparatus holds the liquid fuel cell without requiring a base portion or member that holds or supports the liquid fuel cell from below. The liquid fuel cell has an outer circumferential surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of apparatus for holding a flame-yielding device.    Apparatus (10)    Flame-yielding device (14)    Flame (16)    Wall (24)    Engagement section (28)
NOVELTY - Precipitate supporting of metal particles (4) having catalyst activity, and additive particles (3) improving the catalyst activity of metal particles is carried out on the surface of electroconductive fine particles (2) by physical vapor deposition. The fine particles supported with metal particles are heat processed, to obtain a catalyst (1).    USE - Used for the production of a catalyst for the production of a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A catalyst having high activity is obtained efficiently. The catalyst provides a high output fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal particles contain platinum or its alloy.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the production of a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the vapor deposition apparatus and catalyst.    catalyst (1)    electroconductive fine particles (2)    additive particles (3)    metal particles (4)    physical vapor deposition apparatus (11)
NOVELTY - A waste-material gasifier (1) has a thermal decomposition furnace (2) and a gas melting furnace (3). The furnace (3) supplies high temperature gas to decomposition furnace as gasification gas (G2). The thermal decomposition furnace thermally decomposes combustible waste material (D) with gasification gas, and produces combustible gas (G1). Partial combustion of residue (B1) ejected from furnace (2) is carried out in molten state.    USE - For recovering combustible gas from combustible waste material, such as municipal solid waste, used as energy source for gas engine, gas turbine and electric power generating apparatus e.g. fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The waste material gasifier economically and efficiently recovers combustible gas from waste material using reduced amount of fossil fuel. The combustible gas is efficiently obtained with high calorific value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of waste material gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    waste material gasifier (1)    thermal decomposition furnace (2)    gas melting furnace (3)    revolving grate (7)    discharge port (17)    residue (B1)    combustible waste material (D)    combustible gas (G1)    gasification gas (G2)    waste plastic (P)    slag (S)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen oxidizing catalyst consists of a micro-oxo transition metal complex fixed by electroconductive support surface via a ligand, and 6-10C hydrophobic group provided at the vicinity of the transition metal complex.    USE - As alternative of platinum catalyst used for fuel cell electrode (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen oxidizing catalyst has excellent hydro acid activity. The fuel cell electrode of excellent characteristics, is obtained using the catalyst. The catalyst has favorable hydrogen peroxide resolvability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell electrode having the hydrogen oxidizing catalyst in catalyst layer of an anode pole; and    (2) manufacture of hydrogen oxidizing catalyst. A ligand and electroconductive support are mixed in presence of a solvent, to obtain ligand-fixed electroconductive support. Subsequently, 6-10C hydrophobic group-containing silane compound is reacted with the ligand-fixed electroconductive support, to obtain a ligand-fixed hydrophobic electroconductive support. Subsequently, the ligand-fixed electroconductive support and micro-oxo transition metal complex are reacted, to fix the transition metal complex on the electroconductive support surface via the ligand.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of hydrogen oxidizing catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The catalyst comprises a support carrying molybdenum.    USE - For electrode of fuel cells (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst consists of material which is economical than noble metal such as platinum.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst which involves introducing a reactive site for catalyst support using oxidizing agent, and supporting catalyst precursor to the reaction site by reduction process of catalyst precursor;    (2) electrode for fuel cell using the catalyst; and    (3) fuel cell using the electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic view of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    fuel lateral electrode (2)    oxygen lateral electrode (3)    electrolyte film (4)    separator (5)    gaseous diffusion layer (6)    catalyst layer (7)
NOVELTY - A flow-path block (3) which consists of through-holes (5a,5b) has an insertion unit (4) for inserting a micro-channel (1) having a penetration groove (2). The insertion unit is sealed by a lid (7), to form a flow-path structure.    USE - Flow-path structure for reactor of fuel cell system (claimed) used in portable information terminal.    ADVANTAGE - Provides flow-path structure of high mass production property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of flow-path structure; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the flow-path structure.    micro-channel (1)    penetration groove (2)    flow-path block (3)    insertion unit (4)    through-holes (5a,5b)    lid (7)
NOVELTY - The catalyst is cooled to -30degreesC or less. The temperature of the catalyst is then raised after cooling such that the activity of catalyst is improved.    USE - For improving activity of catalyst used for manufacturing semiconductor such as silicon solar cell and compound semiconductor e.g. light emitting diode and photovoltaic cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The activity of catalyst is efficiently improved. The capability of semiconductor is improved at low temperature using the catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst with improved activity;    (2) capability improvement of semiconductor;    (3) manufacture of semiconductor device with improved capability; and    (4) capability improvement and manufacture of photovoltaic cell.
NOVELTY - The photoelectric converting layer (20) has a period structure made of multilayer film laminated structures (21,22) exhibiting optical confinement effect based on Bragg reflection law.    USE - E.g. dye sensitizing solar cell for solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Photoelectric conversion efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial cross-section of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrolyte layer (12)    photoelectric converting layer (20)    extrinsic semiconductor film (21)    dielectric film (22)    pigment (23)
NOVELTY - An organic electronic device has organic layer(s) (3-5) arranged between 2 or more electrode (2,6), which opposes on a substrate (1). A layer containing a reactive organic compound and/or its reaction product is provided between at least 1 electrode and the organic layer containing electric-charge injection transport material.    USE - E.g. organic light-emitting device (claimed), organic transistor, organic electroluminescent element, and organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic electronic device is economical and simple, and has high electric-charge injecting characteristics and favorable element characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of organic electronic device, which involves forming the layer containing reactive organic compound between electrode(s) and the organic layer containing electric-charge injection transport material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the organic electroluminescent element.    substrate (1)    anode (2)    positive hole injecting transport layer (3)    light emitting layer (4)    electron-injection transport layer (5)    cathode (6)
NOVELTY - The paste composition comprises aluminum powder, and organic substance vehicle and metal alkoxide. The composition forms electrode (8) on p-type silicon semiconductor substrate (1).    USE - For electrode of solar cell element (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The paste composition forms electrode having excellent adhesion with respect to semiconductor substrate. The solar cell element having the electrode has excellent energy conversion efficiency and back surface field effect.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal alkoxide contains silicon as metal. The composition further contains inorganic compound particles, organic compound particles and/or carbon particles, and glass frit.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section of the solar cell element.    p-type silicon semiconductor substrate (1)    n-type impurity layer (2)    grid electrode (4)    sintered aluminum layer (5)    electrode (8)
NOVELTY - A cell voltage detector detects the voltage of fuel cells. A cell voltage evaluating unit evaluates variations in the detected voltage of the cells.    USE - Used for power generation, space technology, motor vehicles and portable devices, e.g. cellular phones.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of fuel fed to the fuel cell can be evaluated appropriately and reliably. The need for a fuel sensor is eliminated, reducing space, power and cost of the fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell system includes a fuel cell comprising several cells, and a cell voltage detecting unit which detects the voltages of the cells; and a cell voltage evaluating unit which evaluates variations in the detected voltages of the cells.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell control detecting the voltages of the cells, evaluating variations in the detected voltages of the cells, and supplying a fuel to be fed to the fuel cell when the evaluated variations exceed a reference value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of fuel cell system.    fuel cell system (10)
NOVELTY - A system (10) for producing hydrogen, comprises a reaction chamber having a wall (5); an anode (12) and a cathode (16) spaced apart from one another within the chamber; a conductive conduit for electrons (17) in electrical communication with the electrodes; a power source (18) for enhancing an electrical potential between the electrodes; and a first channel defining a passage from the exterior to the interior of the reaction chamber.    USE - For producing hydrogen (claimed) in fuel cells, commercial chemical reactions and food processing.    ADVANTAGE - The microbial oxidation of the organic matter provides a renewable source of energy for hydrogen production, and overall greatly reduces energy needed to produce hydrogen compared to using electricity produced by other ways. The electricity energy need extremely low as compared to the energy requirement for water electrolysis. Precious metal catalysts needed at the anode for water electrolyser systems are completely replaced by self-sustaining microbial biocatalysts. The system allows for the generation of hydrogen at relatively low applied potentials; and will have significant applications in a variety of power systems since it provides a significant cost savings in the large scale generation of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The anode is porous to a liquid containing an organic substrate for anodophilic bacteria. The system further comprises a cathode protective layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a generalized schematic of an electrochemically assisted microbial fuel cell.    wall (5)    system (10)    anode (12)    cathode (16)    electrons (17)    power source. (18)
NOVELTY - Organic rankine cycle system working fluid (I) comprises an olefinic compound (II).    USE - (I) is useful to convert waste heat generated from industrial processes e.g. electric power generation from fuel cells, into mechanical energy. (I) is useful to recover waste heat from industrial processes.    ADVANTAGE - (I) is: environmentally acceptable; non-flammable; low order of toxicity; operates at positive pressures; and increase in thermal efficiency. (I) exhibits: higher cycle efficiencies, which leads to higher overall system efficiencies in fuel cell system; lower fuel consumption; and lower emissions levels.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic rankine cycle system working fluid (I) comprises an olefinic compound (II) of formula ((x)(y)C=C(z)(m)).    x, y, z, m = F, H, Rf or R; and    R, Rf = 1-6C (alkyl, aryl or alkylaryl) (where Rf is partially or fully fluorinated).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) process for recovering waste heat (III) comprising: (a) passing a liquid phase working fluid through a heat exchanger (A) with a process to produce (III); (b) removing a vapor phase working fluid from (A); (c) passing the vapor phase working fluid to an expander or at least a second heat exchanger, where (III) is converted into mechanical energy; and (d) passing the vapor phase working fluid from the expander to a condenser (where the vapor phase working fluid is condensed to the liquid phase working fluid); and    (2) a process for recovering heat comprising passing a liquid phase working fluid through (A) with a process to produce (III), removing a warmed liquid phase working fluid from (A) and passing the warmed liquid phase working fluid to a second heat exchanger (where the warmed liquid phase transfers heat to a another fluid).
NOVELTY - The system has a transmitting apparatus converting digital data into an optical signal and transmitting the optical signal by controlling a light source. A receiving apparatus receives and converts the optical signal back into the digital data. The receiving apparatus has a solar battery (13) that powers the receiving apparatus by converting the optical energy into an electrical energy.    USE - Optical communication system used in electronic inventory tag system used in e.g. supermarket..    ADVANTAGE - The receiving apparatus has a solar battery, thus simplifying a structure of the receiving apparatus for data communication. The receiving apparatus is used only for radio communication in order to achieve radio communication between an electronic inventory tag and a host machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit representation depicting a circuit structure of an electronic inventory tag.    Solar battery (13)    Microcomputer (21)    Bus line (22)    Display controller (23)    Non-volatile memory (24)
NOVELTY - A fuel cartridge comprises a fuel reservoir within a fuel container to dispense fuel through a coupling device into the fuel cell. The reservoir comprises a housing with an anterior wall and a posterior wall, an external surface and an internal surface, fuel outlet provided in the anterior wall and connectable to the fuel cell through the coupling device.    USE - For use in a fuel delivery system in a fuel cell for portable power applications.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel reservoir volumes are increased while minimizing the size and cost of the fuel cartridges.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus comprising a housing forming a fuel reservoir, and a spring activated valve that releases fuel within the fuel reservoir in a first position and maintains fuel within the fuel reservoir in a second position, where the spring activated valve includes a biasing element for maintaining the valve in the second position and a receiving portion for engaging an external member to oppose the biasing element and cause the valve to shift to the first position when the fuel container is coupled to a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a coupling device used in conjunction with a cylindrical fuel container.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has combustion unit, modification tube between inner cylinder (5) and outer cylinder (6), and combustion tube (11). Modification tube has catalyst layer (7) for converting fuel gas into reformed gas. Tube (11) introduces combustion gas produced by combustion unit to modification tube. The diameter of combustion tube continuously or periodically reduces towards tip portion (11a) from combustion unit.    USE - For fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus efficiently enables generation of hydrogen. The deformation of modification tube and catalyst under pressure is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a combustion unit, a modification tube between an inner cylinder (5) and an outer cylinder (6), and a combustion tube (11). The hydrogen production apparatus obtains a reformed gas containing hydrogen by water vapor modification reaction using petroleum group fuel or alcohol. The combustion unit produces combustion gas. The modification tube has a catalyst layer (7) for converting fuel gas into reformed gas. The combustion tube introduces combustion gas produced by combustion unit to modification tube. The diameter of combustion tube continuously or periodically reduces towards tip portion from combustion unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    inner cylinder (5)    outer cylinder(7) catalyst layer (6)    combustion tube (11)    tip portion (11a)    combustion gas flow path (12)
NOVELTY - A precursor composition comprises a polymerizable ion pair compound (A), a crosslinker (B) having 2 or more unsaturated groups copolymerizable with compound (A), and a non-polymerizable ion pair compound (C).    USE - For ion polymer gel electrolyte (claimed) for electrochemical devices such as battery, capacitor, fuel cell, solar battery and electrochemical sensor, solid state catalyst for chemical reaction, antistatic agent and electrostatic shielding material.    ADVANTAGE - The ion-polymer gel electrolyte has favorable ion conductivity, shape retainability and no fluidity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for ion polymer gel electrolyte formed by curing above precursor composition.
NOVELTY - The electrode catalyst comprises a carbon base material composed of carbon alloy microparticle doped with nitrogen atom, supported on platinum or platinum alloy. The microparticles are obtained by carrying out thermal reaction and polymerization of a nitrogenous compound and a thermosetting resin, heating and carbonizing obtained nitrogen-containing thermosetting resin, and micro-pulverizing the carbonized product.    USE - For fuel cell (claimed) such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell used for electric vehicles, and domestic power supply.    ADVANTAGE - Activation of platinum is enhanced by doping the carbon base material. Crystal growth of carbon material is controlled and electronic state is modified, to acquire high current density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of electrode catalyst for fuel cell; and    (2) fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The polyimide film has ratio of hygroscopic expansion coefficient of direction perpendicular to molecular orientation axis and hygroscopic expansion coefficient of direction parallel to molecular orientation axis of 1.01-2, and difference of maximum and minimum values of hygroscopic expansion coefficient ratios of 0.3 or less.    USE - For laminate (claimed), and used as base film for flexible printed circuit board, tape automated bonding and substrate for solar cell, high-density recording medium, magnetic recording medium and electric-electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The polyimide film has minimum dimensional change in the manufacturing process, and provides high quality flexible printed circuit board with high-density package.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for laminate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the polyimide film sampling method.
NOVELTY - Forming monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals without precursor injection involves combining metal source, chalcogenide source and at least one solvent at a first temperature to form a liquid comprising assembly; heating assembly to initiate nucleation and growing formed metal chalcogenide nanocrystals without injecting metal or chalcogenide source so that growth proceeds without nucleation to form monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals.    USE - For forming monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals without precursor injection (claimed) useful in advanced optical and electronic devices e.g. biological sensing, light emitting diodes, lasers and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method permits a simple way without precursor injection, large-scale industrial preparation of high-quality monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals; and provides the ability to tailor the optical and electronic properties of nanocrystals by controlling their crystal phases in addition to controlling their size, shape and surface passivation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Forming monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals without precursor injection involves combining a metal source, a chalcogenide source and at least one solvent at a first temperature to form a liquid comprising assembly; heating the assembly to initiate nucleation and form metal chalcogenide nanocrystals, and growing them without injecting either the metal or chalcogenide source so that growth proceeds substantially without nucleation to form monodisperse metal chalcogenide nanocrystals.
NOVELTY - Activating a direct oxidation fuel cell (40) comprises passing a current through the fuel cell from an external power source (45), with anode and a cathode of the external power source connected to an anode and a cathode, respectively while supplying an organic fuel and an inert gas to the anode and the cathode, respectively.    USE - For activating a direct oxidation fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables initial activation of the fuel cell upon its fabrication and reactivation after a long time suspension of its operation, and provides a fuel cell with sufficient activity at low costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Activating a direct oxidation fuel cell comprising an anode, a cathode, and a proton-conductive electrolyte membrane interposed between the anode and the cathode, the anode and the cathode each having a catalyst layer on a face in contact with the proton-conductive electrolyte membrane, comprises passing a current through the fuel cell from an external power source, with a positive electrode and a negative electrode of the external power source connected to the anode and the cathode, respectively while supplying an organic fuel and an inert gas to the anode and the cathode, respectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the circuit structure of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (40)    Switches (43,44)    Power source (45)    Load (47)
NOVELTY - Dye-sensitized solar cell comprises a transparent electrode including a transparent substrate, a transparent conductive film, and a compact and/or porous titanium oxide layer. The transparent conductive film comprises tin oxide as main component and has fluorine content of not greater than 0.2 weight %. The transparent conductive film has, in its X-ray diffraction pattern, diffraction peaks attributable to (110), (200), and (211) planes.    USE - For use as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Dye-sensitized solar cell has excellent solar cell characteristics, e.g. conversion efficiency. It includes a fluorine-doped tin oxide film that is highly heat resistant and does not easily deteriorate during thermal treatment when forming a titanium oxide porous film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Dye-sensitized solar cell comprises a transparent electrode including a transparent substrate, a transparent conductive film applied on top of the substrate, and a compact titanium oxide layer and/or a porous titanium oxide layer applied on top of the conductive film. The transparent conductive film comprises tin oxide as main component and has fluorine content of not greater than 0.2 weight %. The transparent conductive film has, in its X-ray diffraction pattern, diffraction peaks attributable to (110), (200), and (211) planes satisfying the conditions that the ratios of both (110) and (211) diffraction intensities relative to the sum of diffraction intensities of the three planes are greater than 0.25 but less than 0.4, and the ratio of (200) diffraction intensity relative to the sum of the diffraction intensities of the three planes is greater than 0.25 but less than 0.5.
NOVELTY - Production of polycrystalline silicon, comprises melting part or whole of deposited silicon to provide melt of silicon on deposition surface; dropping the melt from the deposition surface; and receiving dropped molten silicon in receiving vessel. The receiving vessel comprises silicon bottom plate(s) and silicon side plates that are installed in upright direction around a peripheral part of the bottom plate.    USE - For producing polycrystalline silicon used as a raw material for semiconductors or solar light power generation batteries.    ADVANTAGE - When the receiving vessel is formed of silicon plates, even though the individual plates are not bonded to each other, the silicon melt is not leaked from the gap between the plates and silicon can be efficiently recovered while preventing contamination of the silicon product.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of polycrystalline silicon comprises: depositing silicon in a solid state or molten state by contacting gas mixture of hydrogen and silanes to a deposition surface having a temperature of 600-1700degreesC; melting a part or the whole of deposited silicon to provide a melt of silicon on the deposition surface; dropping the melt from the deposition surface; and receiving the dropped molten silicon in a receiving vessel. The receiving vessel comprises silicon bottom plate(s) and silicon side plates that are installed in upright direction around a peripheral part of the bottom plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a receiving vessel.
NOVELTY - An electrochemical catalytic reaction cell (10) comprises a bipolar plate(s) (16) comprising a stainless steel alloy, the stainless steel alloy comprising 20-30 wt.% chromium, 10-25 wt.% nickel, 1-9 wt.% molybdenum and less than or equal to 4 wt.% copper, the weight percentage of chromium plus nickel plus molybdenum greater than 51 wt.%.    USE - Used to generate an electric current from reactants e.g. hydrogen gas and oxygen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention exhibits corrosion resistance to solutions comprising dilute sulfuric acid and dilute hydrofluoric acid. The stainless steel alloy exhibits formability and exhibits weldability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the electrochemical catalytic reaction cell.    Electrochemical catalytic reaction cell (10)    Proton exchange membrane (12)    Anode (13)    Cathode (14)    Bipolar plate (16)
NOVELTY - Porous sintered compact is obtained by molding and sintering titanium powder or titanium hydride manufactured by hydrogenation method.    USE - For use as power-supply component for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Porous sintered compact has excellent strength and porosity. Manufacture of the sintered compact is performed efficiently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Titanium hydride powder is molded, dehydrogenated and sintered to obtain porous sintered compact. A titanium fiber is mixed with titanium powder or titanium hydride powder. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the manufacturing method of the porous sintered compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart showing the manufacturing process of the porous sintered compact. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage material (11) comprises a nitrogen-containing compound (I) supported on a support as a hydrogen dissociation catalyst.    USE - For hydrogen storage tank used for hydrogen storage system of fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage material has high hydrogen activity in normal temperature. The hydrogen storage tank utilizing the hydrogen storage material, has high hydrogen storage capability, without providing high pressure. The hydrogen storage apparatus equipped with the hydrogen storage tank, has reduced size and weight. The material enables reduced weight of vehicle, fuel efficiency and long distance of flight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen storage material comprises a nitrogen-containing compound of formula (I) supported on a support as a hydrogen dissociation catalyst.    R1,R2=arbitrary substituents;and    X=oxygen atom or hydroxyl group.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen storage material, which involves supporting a co-catalyst which promotes hydrogen dissociation of the catalyst, and supporting the hydrogen dissociation catalyst to carbon group porous material;    (2) hydrogen storage tank (10) equipped with the hydrogen storage material;    (3) hydrogen storage system having the hydrogen storage tank as hydrogen storage apparatus; and    (4) fuel cell vehicle mounted with hydrogen storage system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of hydrogen storage tank.    hydrogen storage tank (10)    hydrogen storage material (11)    pressure container (12)    tank valve component (13)    filter (14)    pressure regulation apparatus (15)
NOVELTY - A paste containing oxide particles (3) is applied on electrode (9) formed on substrate (1), and particle film (5) is formed. A pigment is adsorbed on surface of film (5). An electrolytic solution (6) comprising dispersed cured resin (13) and iodine clathrates, is filled between counter electrode (10) and electrode (9). The resin is cross-linked and hardened by irradiation of electron beam, to obtain desensitizing solar cell.    USE - For manufacture of desensitizing solar cell (claimed) used for solar energy power generation system, and used as alternative energy source of fossil fuels, such as petroleum and coal.    ADVANTAGE - High quality dye sensitizing solar cell having high durability, without spilling of electrolytic solution is manufactured easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A transparent electrically conductive film (2) is formed on a transparent substrate (1) and a transparent electrode (9) is produced. A paste containing oxide particles (3) is applied on transparent electrode and a particle film (5) is formed. A pigment is adsorbed or coupled to the surface of particle film. An electrolytic solution (6) comprising dispersed electron-beam cured resin (13) and iodine clathrates having sustained release, is filled between the electroconductive counter electrode (10) arranged opposing electrode (9), and electrode (9). The resin is cross-linked and hardened by irradiation of electron beam, to obtain desensitizing solar cell.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye sensitizing solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the basic structure of the dye sensitizing solar cell.    transparent substrate (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (2)    oxide particle (3)    particle film (5)    electrolytic solution (6)    transparent substrate (7)    transparent electrode (9)    counter electrode (10)    electron-beam cured resin (13)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical housing (12) supplied with an oxidizing agent and anode gas, accommodates a pair of catalysts (16,17) installed in the upstream side and downstream side respectively of the housing. The moisture-content absorption amount of the catalyst at upstream side is greater than that of catalyst at downstream side of the housing.    USE - For use in fuel cell system in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents excessive burning of anode gas and oxidizing agent due to condensed water contained in the mixed gas, thereby improving the combustion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the combustion device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell stack (1)    combustion device (6)    anode gas discharge pipe (7)    exhaust valve (8)    hydrogen circulation system (9)    hydrogen circulation pipe (10)    cylindrical housing (12)    pump (11)    anode gas ejection pipe (15)    catalysts (16,17)
NOVELTY - The graphite group hydrogen storage material contains graphite oxide in which the oxygen is covalently bonded to interlayer of graphite. The storage material has space for hydrogen penetration in the interlayer. The space is formed by removing oxygen in the interlayer.    USE - As graphite group hydrogen storage material used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The graphite group hydrogen storage material has lightweight and high hydrogen storage capacity, and is economically manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The graphite group hydrogen storage material contains platinum, palladium, nickel, lithium, potassium, cesium, rubidium, titanium, chromium, iron, copper, cobalt, zirconium, niobium, boron and/or silicon in hexagonal net surface of carbon forming the space in the interlayer. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of graphite group hydrogen storage material.
NOVELTY - The organic-inorganic composite solar cell has a semiconductor film having a laminate of a p-type inorganic semiconductor film (5,10), a p-type organic semiconductor film (4,14), a n-type organic semiconductor film (3,13) and a n-type inorganic semiconductor film (2,8), provided on a pair of electrodes (6,11).    USE - As organic-inorganic composite solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic-inorganic composite solar cell has conversion efficiency, without generation of short circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structural drawing of the organic-inorganic composite solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    n-type inorganic semiconductor films (2,8)    n-type organic semiconductor films (3,13)    p-type organic semiconductor films (4,14)    p-type inorganic semiconductor films (5,10)    metal electrodes (6,11)
NOVELTY - The porous structured electrodes (7) arranged on a semiconductor layer (5) opposing to the electrodes (3), has an electroconductive material having resistivity of 1x10(-6) ohm. The sheet resistance of the electrodes (7) is 0.001-1 ohm/square.    USE - E.g pn-junction type solar cell    ADVANTAGE - Improves the energy-conversion efficiency of the optoelectric transducer module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for optoelectric transducer module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the optoelectric transducer module.    substrates (2,8)    electrodes (3,7)    semiconductor layer (5)    charge- transport portions (9)    photoelectric conversion portions (12)
NOVELTY - A mixing aqueous solution (S) is obtained by dissolving an organic compound (C) (0.5-3 wt.pts) having polyether structure, in peroxotitanic acid aqueous solution (100 wt.pts) having concentration of 2-10 wt.%.    USE - For semiconductor electrode used for optoelectric transducer of solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The mixing aqueous solution has favorable heat resistance, and is economically manufactured. The solution provides semiconductor electrode having favorable photoelectric conversion efficiency, uniformity and transparency. The semiconductor electrode provides solar cell having excellent efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of mixing aqueous solution (S);    (2) semiconductor electrode, which has a semiconductor film (4) formed by applying and impregnating the mixing aqueous solution (S) on electroconductive surface of electroconductive substrate (3);    (3) manufacture of semiconductor electrode;    (4) optoelectric transducer, which has electrolyte having oxidation-reduction pair, and counter electrode having the semiconductor electrode;    (5) manufacture of optoelectric transducer;    (6) solar cell, which is produced using the optoelectric transducer; and    (7) manufacture of solar cell, which involves using optoelectric transducer, in which electrolyte having oxidation-reduction pair is sealed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of semiconductor electrode.    substrate (1)    electroconductive film (2)    electroconductive substrate (3)    semiconductor film (4)
NOVELTY - Several target containing copper or copper oxide is sputtered by alternately applying intermittent voltage to target in atmosphere containing oxygen gas. The light emission wavelength and emitted light intensity of discharge during sputtering are monitored, and oxygen concentration in atmosphere is controlled. A cuprous oxide film by reactive sputtering method is formed.    USE - For forming cuprous oxide film used for optical absorption layer of solar cell (claimed), e.g. pin type solar cell and Schottky type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Cuprous oxide film is stably, efficiently and accurately formed at high speed with high quality. The cuprous oxide film has favorable crystal structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of dual cathode system magnetron sputtering method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    switching unit (24)    AC power supply (25)    cover (26)    gas introduction port (27)    exhaust port (28)
NOVELTY - An intermediate steel plate (5) has recess (4) at periphery of opening (3) in a steel plate housing (1) accommodating solar cell raw material. An elastic plate-shaped support (7) is mounted on a support (6) made from flat bar and mounted in the recess. A steel plate cover (9) is mounted to the upper surface of the intermediate steel plate in airtight manner. A heater (10) is embedded in upper surface of the housing.    USE - For heating and pressurizing large-sized solar cell raw material in large-sized vacuum-type laminator machine (claimed), for manufacture of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The laminator machine is made smaller, lightweight and thin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for vacuum-type laminator machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a notched longitudinal cross-sectional view of the vacuum-type laminator machine.    housing (1)    opening (3)    recess (4)    intermediate steel plate (5)    support (6)    elastic plate-shaped support (7)    cover (9)    heater (10)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor contains metal complex which has a compound having absorption in visible region as a ligand.    USE - For photoelectric conversion material, optoelectric transducer, and solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor, optoelectric transducer and solar cell have high photoelectric conversion efficiency and outstanding stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) opto-electric transducer which has a layer containing semiconductor provided on an electroconductive support; and    (b) solar cell which has an optoelectric transducer, a charge transferring layer and a counter electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fragmentary sectional view of structure of the optoelectric transducer.    electroconductive support (1)    photosensitive layer (2)    charge transferring layer (3)    counter electrode (4)
NOVELTY - Production of a solar cell module comprises applying an adhesive and sealing composition on the edge of one of the plates, applying solar cells on one of the plates, bending a section of the plates away from an opposite-lying plate, arranging both plates opposite each other, placing the plates close to each other so that they adhere to each other with the exception of the edge regions, sealing a space including an intermediate space on the edge region of the solar cell module, pumping gas from the space or reducing pressure in the space and undoing the bending.    USE - For producing a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The process is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for carrying out the above process.
NOVELTY - The purification gas containing a component that is reactive with impurity element is made to contact with molten silicon (8) containing impurity element, to remove impurity element-containing product from molten silicon. Then, treatment gas having low level of reactivity with molten silicon, is made to contact with molten silicon to remove reaction product of molten silicon and purification gas. Thus, silicon is purified.    USE - For purifying silicon (claimed) used as raw material of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The impurities contained in the molten silicon are efficiently removed, without reducing removal speed of impurities such as boron. The method simply and economically provides silicon used as raw material for solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for purified silicon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of apparatus used for purification of silicon.    smelting furnace (1)    stirrer (5)    gas blower outlet (6)    molten silicon (8)    molten slag (9)    air bubbles (11)
NOVELTY - Making a hydrogen storage material comprises mixing a metal or first hydride with a second hydride, and heating in a substantially oxygen-free atmosphere.    USE - The invention is used for making a hydrogen storage material for mobile such as in hydrogen fuel vehicles, and stationary applications.    ADVANTAGE - The invention avoids high velocity ballmilling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a hydrogen storage material comprises providing a metal M or first hydride of formula MHa; providing a second hydride of formula M'XbHc, where element X is different from metal M'; and mixing the metal M or first hydride with the second hydride and heating in a substantially oxygen-free atmosphere.    M=Li, Mg, Zn or Al;    a=greater than 0-less than or equal to3;    M'=Li, Na, K, Mg, Ca, Zn, or Al;    X=B, N, or Al;    b=less than or equal to3;    c=greater than 0 but less than or equal to12.    M and M' are different metals if b=0.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows reactants heated under vacuum.    Quartz tube (10)    Young's tap (12)    Flexible fitting (14)    Rotary pump (16)    Turbo pump (18)
NOVELTY - A catalyst layer (2, 3) for a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell comprises a solid polymer electrolyte membrane (1); an electrolyte; and a catalyst layer between the solid polymer electrolyte membrane and the electrode, where catalyst layer comprises a catalyst (4) with a dendritic structure.    USE - The catalyst layer is for a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed) used as a generator for automobiles and homes; and in small electrical instruments, such as cellular phones, laptop computers, and digital cameras.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst layer has improved catalytic activity and catalyst utilization, and improved substance transport performance. It provides a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell having stable characteristics at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of the catalyst layer for a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell, comprising forming a catalyst with a dendritic structure through reactive vacuum deposition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram showing a sectional construction of a unit cell of a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell produced, by using a catalyst layer.    Solid polymer electrolyte membrane (1)    Catalyst layer (2, 3)    Catalyst (4)    Catalyst support (5)
NOVELTY - A composite is formed by arranging fibrous material or lump containing carbon as main component, on a substrate which contains carbon or metal as main component. The composite has a pressure loss of less than 4000 Pa at a flow velocity of 0.2 m/second.    USE - Used for a catalyst structure used in electrodes of polymer electrolyte fuel cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composite, the catalyst structure and the electrode have good electronic conductivity, air permeability and handling property. The electrode expands the reaction site for electrochemical reaction at the three phase interface among a polymer electrolyte membrane, gas and catalyst layer in the fuel cell. The solid polymer fuel cell has low internal resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a catalyst structure containing the above composite;    (2) an electrode containing the above catalyst structure;    (3) the production of an electrode; and    (4) a polymer electrolyte fuel cell (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of a polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    polymer electrolyte fuel cell (1)    separator (2)    electrolyte film (3)    fuel electrode (4A)    air electrode (4B)    catalyst layer (5)    gaseous diffusion layer (6)
NOVELTY - Low temperature fuel for direct production of electricity from fuel and oxygen containing an inert proton conducting hybrid membrane as electrolyte, which is coated with a catalyst on both sides and two gas diffusion electrodes, a bipolar plate with channels for supplying gas to the electrodes. The hybrid membrane consists of a support film having continuous pores filled with an inert support material on which indiviual amino acid, amino acid mixture or compounds are adsorbed.    USE - The fuel cell is useful for direct and highly efficient direct generation of electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell avoids a drawback of previous fuel cells, e.g. the use of non-continuous proton channels, which have relatively low long term stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a process for preparation of the hybrid membrane from a support film involving steeping the film in a amino acid solution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure 1 illustrates the adsorption of amino acids on the particle surfaces.
NOVELTY - A liquid-fuel storage tank (10) has a liquid-fuel storage structure (11) that is accommodated in an accommodation box (16), such that space (15) is formed between the box and structure and is filled with pressurized-gas (G). A follower (14) arranged at rear end of structure, is moved according to consumption of fuel.    USE - Polymeric type fuel cell used as power supply of portable electronic device, e.g. mobile phone, notebook computer and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - Enables supplying stably the liquid-fuel, and eliminating the loss of liquid-fuel, while reducing the size of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of fuel cell.    storage tank (10)    storage structure (11)    following portion (14)    space (15)    accommodation box (16)    pressurized gas (G)
NOVELTY - A reaction between methanol and peroxide is initiated to produce a gas by contacting methanol and peroxide in the liquid phase and at a pressure equal to, below or above atmospheric pressure in the presence of catalyst having 7, 8, 9, 10 and/or 11 transition metal.    USE - For initiating a reaction between methanol and peroxide to produce gas, e.g. hydrogen, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, methane or oxygen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invented method allows methanol and peroxide to be directly reacted together without initially having to heat them to a high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for carrying out a reforming reaction comprising storage mechanism containing methanol and peroxide; housing containing a catalyst having transition metal; and mechanism for introducing the methanol and the peroxide into the housing.
NOVELTY - An alloyed platinum-ruthenium catalyst is produced by preparing a first solution containing a platinum precursor and a second solution containing a ruthenium precursor, one of the two solutions begin basic and the other being acidic; mixing the first solution and the second solution until obtaining a final solution of pH of 4-10; and simultaneously precipitating platinum and ruthenium hydrous oxides and/or hydroxides.    USE - Used for the production of an alloyed platinum-ruthenium catalyst used for a gas diffusion electrode of a fuel cell. The fuel cell is used for electro-oxidation of organic molecules such as methanol or other alcohols. (All claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process obtains highly alloyed platinum-ruthenium combination exhibiting a high catalytic activity towards the oxidation f methanol and other organic fuels.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a gas diffusion electrode structure incorporating the catalyst;    (2) a cell for electro-oxidation processes, comprising the gas diffusion electrode; and    (3) the electro-oxidation of organic molecules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph of the XRD spectrum of platinum-ruthenium.
NOVELTY - The fuel storage chamber (3) of fuel container is temporary filled with high concentration methanol aqueous solution (F') using operating pump (P1). The liquid fuel (F) of same kind is supplied to the fuel storage chamber of fuel container for fuel cells, by discarding the high concentration methanol aqueous solution.    USE - For filling liquid fuel such as methanol aqueous solution, ethanol aqueous solution in fuel container of fuel cells such as direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC), used as a power supply for notebook personal computer (PC) and mobile phone.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel is filled in fuel container without mixing the air in it.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the fuel container.    fuel storage chamber (3)    dividing wall (5)    inner container (23)    liquid fuel (F)    operating pump (P1)
NOVELTY - A case (1) has several tubes of varying diameters in piled up manner, connected by hooks such that the volume of the cartridge is changed according to the volume of fuel in fuel chamber (2). The fuel chamber made of rubber, supplies fuel to fuel cell anode (4) through opening (3), by stretching force of rubber.    USE - For accommodating fuel cell such as direct methanol fuel cell, used as power supply in motor vehicle and electronic device such as notebook-type personal computer (PC) and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - Favorable portable property is achieved by changing the cartridge volume according to the used fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel cell cartridge.    case (1)    fuel chamber (2)    opening (3)    fuel cell anode (4)
NOVELTY - Cold isostatic pressing is applied to raw material powder containing metal oxide or complex oxide chosen from silicon, titanium, zinc, gallium, germanium, niobium, molybdenum, ruthenium, tin and/or tungsten added to indium oxide. The obtained lump is ground and the ground powder is hot pressed to form sputtering target.    USE - For transparent electroconductive thin film formation used in solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms sputtering target of high density with high yield. The method prevents generation of nodule and arcing effectively.
NOVELTY - The quartz crucible provides silicon single crystal with reduced oxygen concentration.    USE - For growing silicon single crystal used for solar cell and semiconductor.    ADVANTAGE - The quartz crucible decreases the oxygen concentration in silicon single crystal and provides high yield of silicon single crystal. The reaction between crucible and silicon melt solution is inhibited.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Tungsten is contained as a crystallization inhibitory substance in the quartz crucible.
NOVELTY - Solar cell element (10) has a surface electrode (6) provided in surface side of a semiconductor substrate (1) having semiconductor junction portion, and aluminum electrode (5) provided at backside of substrate. The electrode (5) contains several ceramic particles.    USE - As solar cell element.    ADVANTAGE - Solar cell element has favorable output characteristics, and the generation of crack is prevented. The generation of curvature of semiconductor substrate due to difference of thermal contraction rate of aluminum and substrate, is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) manufacture of solar cell element; and    (b) aluminum paste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of formation of air-hole portion at aluminum electrode.    semiconductor substrate (1)    diffused layer (2)    anti-reflective film (3)    back-side silver electrode (4)    aluminum electrode (5)    surface electrode (6)    solar cell element (10)
NOVELTY - Partial photoelectric-converting layer is etched using difference of etching rate of an amorphous layer and a crystal layer, during formation of the photoelectric-converting layer of silicon thin-film solar cell, to produce texture. Thus, the thin-film solar cell is manufactured.    USE - As substrate-type fine-crystal thin film solar cell and super substrate tandem-type fine-crystal thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The thin film solar cell has excellent electric current voltage characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: the thin-film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing of the manufacturing method of the super substrate-type fine-crystal thin film solar cell.    substrate (11)    transparent electrode (12)    P-layer (12)    N-layer (15)    reverse-side electrode (16)
NOVELTY - The opto-electric cell has a semiconductor-film comprising titanium oxide nanotube beads, and a substrate and/or an electrode layer which have transparency.    USE - Opto-electric cell.    ADVANTAGE - Features excellent electrolytic diffusibility, electron transfer property and dark current prevention property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The opto-electric cell comprises electrode layers (1, 3) sandwiching a semiconductor film (2), which adsorbs the photosensitization material to the electrode layer (1), and an electrolyte layer between semiconductor-film (2) and electrode layer (3). The semiconductor-film (2) comprises titanium oxide nanotube beads. At least one substrate and the electrode layer have transparency,    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the opto-electric cell.    transparent electrode layer (1)    semiconductor film (2)    electrode layer (3)    electrolyte layer (4)    transparent upper substrate (5)    lower substrate (6)
NOVELTY - A dye sensitizing-type photoelectric conversion apparatus has a semiconductor layer (4) formed by supporting a nitrogen-containing hetero ring complex (1) as a sensitizing dye molecule, and an electrolyte layer provided between counter electrodes.    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye sensitizing-type photoelectric conversion apparatus has excellent device characteristics. The sensitizing dye molecule has excellent capability of charge separation, and has wider absorption wavelength band. The production efficiently of optical pumping electron is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dye sensitizing-type photoelectric conversion apparatus has a semiconductor layer formed by supporting a nitrogen-containing hetero ring complex of formula (1) as a sensitizing dye molecule, and an electrolyte layer provided between counter electrodes.    R1-R4=acidic group(s);    M=metal atom of six-coordination;    R5-R8=functional group(s) having electron donor properties;    R9,R10=H or substituent;and    n,a-f=1 or more.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) sensitizing dye molecule consisting of nitrogen-containing hetero ring complex of formula (1); and    (2) nitrogen-containing hetero ring complex of formula (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dye-sensitized solar cell (1)    transparent substrate (2)    transparent electrically conductive film (3)    semiconductor layer (4)    substrate (5)
NOVELTY - Organic device has a terminal portion (5) that is formed on substrate (1), in the non-formation region (11) of an electrode layer (4), and an organic layer (3) formed over an electrode layer (2), in the formation region (12) of electrode layer (4).    USE - E.g. organic solar cell, organic transistor, organic electroluminescent (EL) element (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables removal of the organic layer or wettability change layer formed into a film, easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Wettability change layer (7) formed on electrode layer (2), in the formation region of electrode layer (4), comprises organo-polysiloxane containing fluoro alkyl group and photocatalyst. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) organic device manufacture;    (b) organic electroluminescent element; and    (c) organic electroluminescent element manufacture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic device.    substrate (1)    electrode layers (2,4)    organic layer (3)    non-formation region of electrode layer (11)    formation region of electrode layer (12)
NOVELTY - An electrode catalyst comprises catalyst particles supported on a carbon material. The oxidation potential of the carbon material is lower than that of the catalyst particles. The carbon material has an oxygen content of 2.7 at.% or less and a BET specific surface area of 20-230 m2/g.    USE - Used for a fuel cell (claimed) such as a polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode catalyst suppresses the elution of catalyst particles. The electrode catalyst has improved durability. A fuel cell comprising the electrode catalyst shows the desired electric power generation capability over a longer duration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst particles comprise platinum, iridium and/or palladium.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a fuel cell; and    (2) the production of an electrode catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an electrode catalyst.
NOVELTY - The catalyst slurry which contains water and/or alcohol, graphite, catalyst particles, and an ionic conductive resin, is coated on a substrate and dried to form a catalyst film. The catalyst film is then transferred to an electrolyte film. Thus, a laminated film is formed.    USE - For forming laminated film for membrane electrode assemblies for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms laminated film having favorable smoothness. The fuel cell using the laminated film, has improved electric power generation durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst slurry further contains conductive support agent which contains carbon black and/or carbon fiber such as carbon nanotube.
NOVELTY - The high-pressure vessel has a container main structure (1) made of steel, hydrogen penetration prevention metal film (3) coated in container inner surface, and a cover material (2) airtightly provided at end(s) of container main structure.    USE - For high-pressure hydrogen used for fuel cell electrical vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The high-pressure vessel has excellent water resistant material embrittlement property. The hydrogen penetration prevention metal film is obtained by simple and economical process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The steel is chromium-molybdenum steel or chromium-nickel-molybdenum steel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the high-pressure vessel.    container main structure (1)    cover material (2)    hydrogen penetration prevention metal film (3)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus (10) has a modifier (18), tank (24) for storing water, water electrolysis tank (30) and hydrogen supply line. The modifier produces hydrogen from hydrocarbon raw material. The tank (30) produces hydrogen from water supplied from tank (24). The hydrogen supply line supplies hydrogen generated by the electrolysis tank to modifier.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed) used for generating electric power in hotels, hospitals, homes and factories.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of catalyst at the time of starting or shut down of modifier is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system (40);    (2) starting of hydrogen production apparatus; and    (3) shut down hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel cell system having hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (10)    modifier (18)    circulating water tank (24)    water electrolysis tank (30)    fuel cell system (40)
NOVELTY - Raw material silicon or silicon melt solution is maintained in melting crucible (1) at raw material temperature, and power is supplied to heating unit (5,6). Outer surface temperature of crucible is measured, and silicon is heated and dissolved in crucible. The power supplied to heating unit is adjusted, such that material temperature is coincided with preset target value. Casting of polycrystalline silicon is enabled.    USE - For casting polycrystalline silicon used for manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The polycrystalline silicon is manufactured with high yield, quality and productivity. The dissolution time of raw material in melting crucible is accurately detected. The temperature of silicon melt solution in crucible is controlled with favorable reproducibility within short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Raw material silicon or silicon melt solution is maintained in melting crucible (1) at raw material temperature, and predetermined electric power is supplied to a heating unit (5,6) arranged at exterior of melting crucible. The outer surface temperature of melting crucible is measured, and raw material silicon is heated and dissolved in crucible. The raw material starts dissolving when predetermined temperature value (II) is more than maintained predetermined temperature value (I), after changing rate (DeltaT/Deltat) of outer surface temperature and time. The electric power supplied to heating unit is adjusted, such that raw material temperature is coincided with predetermined target value. Casting of polycrystalline silicon is enabled.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for polycrystalline silicon casting apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of polycrystalline silicon casting apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    melting crucible (1)    discharge outlet (3)    nozzle portion (4)    heating unit (5,6)    high pure silicon (8)
NOVELTY - A n-type semiconductor layer is formed at one surface of a p-type semiconductor layer having copper and indium layers. The partial pressure of hydrogen gas generated by reaction by heat processing copper and indium layers with hydrogen sulfide and hydrogen selenide is measured to monitor the advance situation of reaction.    USE - For manufacturing compound semiconductor solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the manufacturing yield of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing apparatus of compound semiconductor solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the manufacturing apparatus of compound semiconductor solar cell.    electric furnace (11)    gas introduction port (12)    gas exhaust port (13)    discharge pipe (16)    substrate (200)
NOVELTY - The backup battery (96) comprises electric power generation unit and regeneration unit. The electric power generation unit contains acid and basic medium consisting of aqueous acids, and hydrogen peroxide. The regeneration unit regenerates a hydrogen peroxide containing organic compound and inorganic compound, from the electric power generation product.    USE - For supplying power to electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the size and weight of the power supply circuit. Enables to generate the electrical energy efficiently by regenerating hydrogen peroxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The regeneration unit comprises cation exchange membrane, bipolar membrane and anion exchange membrane. The regeneration unit performs electrodialyzes by supplying neutralization salt water solution to salt room.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the power supply circuit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    main power supply (91)    operation unit (92)    CPU (93)    memory (94)    battery (96)
NOVELTY - A pigment contains heterocyclic ring compound (I).    USE - For optoelectric transducer for photo electrochemical cell (both claimed) and solar cell, in tunnel, house and photo sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The pigment is fixed easily and economically, and provides photo electrochemical cell with excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A pigment contains heterocyclic ring compound of formula (I).    X=O, S or NR9;    R1-R8=H, halogen, 1-30C alkyl, 6-30C aryl, 7-30C aralkyl, trifluoromethyl group, cyano group, 3-30C alkenyl group, nitro group, heterocyclic residue of 3-30 membered ring, -OR10, -SR10, -N(R10)2, -S(=O)R10, -S(=O)2R10, -S(=O)2O R10, -C(=O)R10, -C(=O)OR10, -C(=O)N(R10)2, -NR10C(=O)R10, -NR10S(=O)2R10, -OC(=O)R10, -P(R10)2, -PO(R10)2, -P(OR10)2, -PO(OR10)2, -B(R10)2 or -B(OR10)2;    R9=H, halogen, 1-30C alkyl, 6-30C aryl, 7-30C aralkyl, 3-30C alkenyl, -C(=O)OR10, -C(=O)NR10 or -C(=O)R10, at least two or R1-R9 may combine to form 3-30 membered ring;and    R10=H, 1-30C alkyl, 6-30C aryl or 7-30C aralkyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) optoelectric transducer formed by laminating counter electrode (9), semiconductor particle layer (3) containing pigment and electroconductive substrate (8); and    (2) photo electrochemical cell containing the optoelectric transducer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section model of photo electrochemical cell.    semiconductor particle layer (3)    color ingredient (4)    electrolyte liquid (5)    electroconductive substrate (8)    counter electrode (9)
NOVELTY - The filler layer (2) has water vapor permeability of 0.9-9 g/m2.day per thickness of 100 microns.    USE - For solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filler layer has excellent water vapor barrier property. The permeation of moisture content is prevented even if surface of substrate and protection sheet of module is damaged. The reduction of electric power generation efficiency of solar cell is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of solar cell module.    transparent substrate (1)    filler layer (2)    solar cell element (3)    protection sheet (4)    solar cell module (T)
NOVELTY - An improved process for the preparation of ultrathin films of metal phthalocyanines, is disclosed. The thickness of the films prepared by the process is 30-500 Angstrom . The films formed are useful for catalysts, sensors and solar energy conversions. The various applications of such films could be catalysis for carbon dioxide photoreduction, solar energy conversions, imaging technology and electronic devices. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A hollow fiber (1) comprises hollow chambers (3) separated from each other by walls (4) and having a hydraulic inner diameter of maximum 1 mm. The walls of two neighboring hollow chambers are formed by a common wall and/or two interlocking walls. A central hollow chamber (5) is also provided.    USE - Used for electrochemical water purification, effluent treatment and/or in a fuel cell, an electrolyzer or hydrogen storage unit (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hollow fiber has a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the hollow fiber.    hollow fiber (1)    hollow fibers (2)    hollow chambers (3)    walls (4)    central hollow chamber (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel container (10) filled with liquid fuel, has fuel storage chamber (13) sealed with follower (12) and pressurized room (14). The follower has volatile fluid of composition with steam pressure higher than liquid fuel, seals the fuel storage chamber.    USE - Fuel storage structure for fuel cells used as power supply of portable electronic devices such as mobile telephone, notebook computer and personal digital assistant.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents boiling of fuel liquid, generation of air bubble, and blowing of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline perspective diagram of the fuel storage for fuel cell, and sectional view of the pressurized room.    container (10)    fuel outflow portion (11)    follower (12)    fuel storage chamber (13)    pressurized room (14)
NOVELTY - A gel comprising a semi-mutual penetration network structure into which a non-bridge polymer is penetrated into network structure comprised by a crosslinked polymer, and twisted around it physically. The gel contains good solvent (80 wt.% or more), and has breaking energy of 700-2000 J/m2.    USE - The gel is used as a lubricant and base material for cell cultures (claimed). Also used for fuel cell material, battery separator, artificial joint, cushion, drug delivery system, civil engineering material, building material and communication material such as bearing and cable.    ADVANTAGE - The gel has favorable dynamic strength, high breaking energy, transparency, flexibility and impact strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a lubricant which consists of the gel;    (2) a base material for cell cultures which consists of the gel; and    (3) manufacture of the gel, in which polymerization of a raw material monomer (I) with crosslinking agent in solvent, is carried out (a gel as an intermediate product which consists of crosslinked polymer which has network structure and solvent, is formed and the gel as end product is formed by polymerizing raw material monomer (II) and intermediate gel, thus the gel is manufactured).
NOVELTY - The dye sensitized solar cell has a transparent substrate (1) having transparent electrically conductive film (2) on the surface(s) laminated with electroconductive substrate (5) having dye sensitizing semiconductor electrode (4) on the surface(s). The periphery of laminate is fixed and sealed by binding material containing silicon resin having phenyl heptamethyl cyclotetrasiloxane and 2,6-cis-diphenyl hexamethyl cyclotetrasiloxane.    USE - As dye sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye sensitized solar cell has excellent durability and airtightness. The cell is manufactured by simple and economical process. The cell seals electrolyte stably for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the dye sensitized solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the dye sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Transparent substrate (1)    Transparent electrically conductive film (2)    Electrolyte liquid (3)    Dye sensitizing semiconductor electrode (4)    Electroconductive substrate (5)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell capable of degrading fuel and generating electric power using enzyme, comprises using fuel containing a polysaccharide, e.g., starch    USE - For electric power generation from polysaccharides such as starch, and as electronic devices and electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell enables generation of electric power from polysaccharides, efficiently, and contributes in resource recycling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) electronic device using the fuel cell;    (2) a movable object using the fuel cell;    (3) electrical power generation system using the fuel cell; and    (4) cogeneration system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel electrode (1)    electrode layer (3)    positive electrode (5)    electrode (11)
NOVELTY - A multilayer seal (100) comprises a gasket body (110) defining first and second opposing surfaces (112, 114); a first compliant interlayer (120) positioned adjacent the first surface; and a second compliant interlayer (130) positioned adjacent the second surface.    USE - Used for sealing a junction between adjacent components of an electrochemical device e.g. solid oxide fuel cell stack, syngas membrane reactor or oxygen generator.    ADVANTAGE - Offers low leak rates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the multilayer seal.    Multilayer seal (100)    Gasket body (110)    Opposing surfaces (112, 114)    First compliant interlayer (120)    Second compliant interlayer (130)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen concentration measuring device comprises a measuring cell (1) with an acoustic resonator, an electroacoustic component (2, 3) for activating and detecting acoustic signals associated with the resonator and an electronic control unit (4) for generating an output signal corresponding to the hydrogen concentration in real time.    USE - Used for fuel cells used in motor vehicles running on hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - Measurements are less pressure dependent compared with densitometry techniques.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A device for measuring the concentration of hydrogen in a gas mixture includes at least one measuring cell with one or more acoustic resonators having a resonance frequency monotonally dependent upon the hydrogen concentration in the gas mixture at one or more frequency intervals between a level corresponding to the presence of hydrogen to a level corresponding to pure hydrogen. At least one electroacoustic component is used to activate and detect acoustic signals associated with the resonator at these frequency levels. At least one electronic control unit generates one or more output signals which correspond to the hydrogen concentration in real time and are a monotone function of the resonance frequency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen concentration measuring device.    Measuring cell in form of simple Helmholtz resonator (1)    Electroacoustic components (2, 3)    Electronic control unit (4)
NOVELTY - The modifier (20) has a modification-reaction section (23) with multiplex pipeline consisting of outer pipe (21) and inner pipe (22), enclosed inside a housing assembly (30). Fuel and liquid fuel are supplied into the space formed between the outer and inner pipes.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed) such as polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), phosphoric acid fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell, and alkaline fuel cell used as power supply in motor vehicle, electronic devices, residential and public buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to transmit heat energy required for modification reaction of fuel promptly, thereby improves operational efficiency, reaction efficiency and thermal efficiency of the modifier with compact structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the modifier.    modifier (20)    outer pipe (21)    inner pipe (22)    modification-reaction section (23)    housing assembly (30)
NOVELTY - The fuel treating equipment (10) generates the fuel gas (g) from raw material fuel (m1) rich in hydrogen. The combustion portion (11) in equipment, transduces the combustion of burning liquid and generates heat required for reformation. The adsorption device (20) arranged at the waste gas derivation flow path (25), has active carbon to adsorb the combustion fuel (m2) contained in the waste gas (e).    USE - For electric equipment such as electric light.    ADVANTAGE - The ejection of unburned combustion fuel is avoided. The environment pollution is suppressed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel treating equipment (10)    combustion portion (11)    absorption device (20)    waste gas derivation flow path (25)    waste gas (e)    fuel gas (g)    raw material fuel (m1)    combustion fuel (m2)
NOVELTY - The carbon-carrier catalyst consists of carbon carrier (1) whose surface is partially covered with a masking material (3). Catalyst microparticles (5) are supported on other region of carbon-carrier surface that does not contain masking material.    USE - For electrode of solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The aggregation of catalyst microparticles in the carbon carrier is suppressed by covering a portion of carbon-carrier surface with masking material at which aggregation takes place easily. The catalyst has high carbon microparticles dispersibility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the manufacture of carbon-carrier catalyst.    carbon material (1)    masking material (3)    catalyst microparticles (5)    microcrystal (7)    neck portion (9)
NOVELTY - The inorganic thin film (2) is formed on a polymeric base material (1). The thin film is irradiated with microwave, and heated. The crystallinity of thin film is raised, and solar cell (10) is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell having improved characteristics is efficiently manufactured. The thin film is crystallized within a short period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of structure of solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    polymeric base material (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (2)    p-layer (3)    n-layer (4)    metal electrode (5)    solar cell (10)
NOVELTY - An electrolyte liquid composition comprises an electron donor compound (A) with lone pair, iodine salt and iodine.    USE - For solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte liquid composition improves electric charge integration capability and open circuit voltage of solar cell, and provides inexpensive solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell having porous membrane (30) adsorbed with dye (50), and electrolyte liquid composition interposed between electrodes (10,20).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the solar cell.    electrodes (10,20)    porous membrane (30)    electrolyte (40)    dye (50)    support stand (60)
NOVELTY - The membrane-electrode assembly (10) has polymeric electrolyte film (110), electrode catalyst layers (120a,120c) having active material supported by electroconductive carbon and polymer, and gas diffusion layers (130a,130c). Catalyst layer(s) contains electroconductive carbon (A), carbon (B) having lattice space value (d002) larger than carbon (A), and electroconductive carbon (C) having space value larger than carbon (B).    USE - For polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed) used as power source for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane-electrode assembly has excellent durability, and enables stable electric power generation for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The membrane-electrode assembly (10) has polymeric electrolyte film (110), pair of electrode catalyst layers (120a,120c) provided at surfaces of film (110) opposingly, and pair of gas diffusion layers (130a,130c) formed on catalyst layers. Layers (120a,120c) contain catalyst active material supported by electroconductive carbon and proton conductive polymer. The catalyst layer(s) contains electroconductive carbon (A), electroconductive carbon (B) having lattice space value (d002) larger than carbon (A), and electroconductive carbon (C) having lattice space value (d002) larger than carbon (B). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section view of the membrane-electrode assembly.    membrane-electrode assembly (10)    polymeric electrolyte film (110)    catalyst layers (120a,120c)    gas diffusion layers (130a,130c)
NOVELTY - A radiation image conversion panel contains a phosphorescent phosphor layer (12) provided on a support (11). At least one phosphorescent phosphor layer is formed by a gaseous phase process. An adhesive layer (10) is provided between the phosphorescent phosphor layer and support. The adhesive layer contains silicon oxide.    USE - Used for a photoelectric conversion apparatus such as a phototube, photomultiplier, photodiode, photo-transistor, solar cell or photoconductive element.    ADVANTAGE - Peeling of the phosphorescent phosphor layer from the support is prevented. The radiation image conversion panel has high intensity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The radiation image conversion panel contains a phosphorescent phosphor layer provided on a support. At least one phosphorescent phosphor layer is formed by a gaseous phase process. An adhesive layer is provided between the phosphorescent phosphor layer and support. The adhesive layer contains silicon oxide of formula SiOx, where x is 1.3-1.7.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional drawing of a phosphorescent phosphor layer formed on a support.    adhesive layer (10)    support (11)    phosphorescent phosphor layer (12)    columnar crystal (13)    interval (14)
NOVELTY - The battery comprises an electric power generation portion (100), live portion (200) and hydrogen peroxide supply portion (300), that are partially covered with cladding material e.g. polymer resin, ceramic, silver and glassy carbon. A switching unit is provided between the electric power generation portion and the hydrogen peroxide supply portion to control the movement of the hydrogen peroxide.    USE - For teaching about electric power generation by primary battery, secondary battery and fuel cell in school.    ADVANTAGE - Enables learning the working principle of the various kind of battery safely and efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electric power generation portion has capillary flow path for laminar flow of acid and alkali solution. The live portion includes a regenerating unit (210) for regenerating hydrogen peroxide, and a regenerating unit (220) for regenerating acid and alkali. The regenerating unit (220) includes cation exchange membrane, bipolar film and anion exchange membrane arranged in order.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Electric power generation portion (100)    Live portion (200)    Regenerating unit (210,220)    Hydrogen peroxide supply portion (300)
NOVELTY - A pigment comprises a compound having specific structure (1).    USE - For photoelectric conversion material and semiconductor electrode used in optoelectric transducer (all claimed), and used as sensitizing dye of dye-sensitized solar cells and silver-halide photograph material, filter dye and pigment for dye lasers.    ADVANTAGE - The pigment has excellent conversion efficiency, and provides optoelectric transducer having excellent photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A pigment comprises a compound having structure of formula (1).    Z=atomic group required to form 5-6 membered nitrogen containing heterocyclic ring.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (i) photoelectric-conversion material comprising the pigment;    (ii) semiconductor electrode having substrate with electroconductive surface, semiconductor layer covering the electroconductive surface, and the pigment adsorbed on the surface of semiconductor layer; and    (iii) optoelectric transducer using the semiconductor electrode.
NOVELTY - The high-barrier laminated sheet consists of several high-barrier sheets (1) such as a base film (3), synthetic resin-made planarization layer (4) and synthetic resin-made gas barrier layer (5), which are laminated through an adhesive layer (2).    USE - For organic thin-film solar cell, organic transistor and flexible liquid crystal. For use as packaging material for foodstuffs and pharmaceutical.    ADVANTAGE - The laminated sheet has excellent gas barrier property with respect to oxygen and water vapor, transparency, heat resistance and flexibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polyethylene terephthalate is used as a base-material polymer of the base film. The laminated sheet contains metal alkoxide having functional group containing nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur and/or halogen. The gas barrier layer contains silicon oxide, silicon nitride and/or aluminum oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the typical sectional drawing of the high-barrier laminated sheet.    high-barrier sheets (1)    adhesive layer (2)    base film (3)    planarization layer (4)    gas barrier layer (5)
NOVELTY - The mixed gas containing hydrocarbon gas and oxygen-containing gas is supplied to fuel cell (1) through modifier (2). The oxygen-containing gas is supplied to cell through alternative pathway. The partial oxidation modification reaction is produced during temperature rise of modifier, and subsequently water vapor is supplied to modifier. The supply of oxygen-containing gas is stopped to set water vapor modification reaction.    USE - For operating fuel cell structure for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - By supplying water vapor to the modifier, the carbonaceous precipitate is prevented effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) modifier; and    (2) battery structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the fuel cell structure.    fuel cell (1)    modifier (2)    combustion zone (3)    vaporization chamber (41)    modification catalyst (49)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor contains specific naphthalene derivative (A) absorbed on its surface.    USE - For dye-sensitizing photoelectric-conversion material used for optoelectric transducer used for solar cell (both claimed) used for electric-power generation panels used for housing installations, tabletop calculators, watches and portable game machines.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor has excellent durability. The solar cell with optoelectric transducer using the semiconductor, has high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A semiconductor contains naphthalene derivative (A) of formula (1) absorbed on its surface.    Ar1,Ar2=univalent 5-6 membered aromatic carbocyclic group, heterocyclic group or bivalent group;    X=oxygen, S(O)l or =N-R;    R=aliphatic, aryl or heterocyclic group;    R1,R2=H or group having substituent;    L1,L2=optionally substituted 1-4 methine group, or mere bond;and    l=0-2.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) optoelectric transducer, which has the semiconductor provided on an electroconductive support (1); and    (2) solar cell, which has optoelectric transducer having a charge transferring layer (3) and a layer containing semiconductor provided on the electroconductive support, and a counter electrode (4).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fragmentary sectional view of the optoelectric transducer.    electroconductive support (1)    photosensitive layer (2)    charge transferring layer (3)    counter electrode (4)
NOVELTY - The exhaust heat recovery apparatus has heat exchanger (2) filled with catalyst for reforming dimethyl ether, installed in discharge line of combustion apparatus such as furnace (1), internal combustion engine and power generation equipment. Mixed gas of dimethyl ether and steam is passed through heat exchanger, dimethyl ether is thermally decomposed and sensible heat of waste gas of combustion apparatus is recovered as hydrogen fuel.    USE - In waste heat recovery system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust heat recovery apparatus efficiently recovers the waste heat of combustion apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) waste heat recovery system; and    (2) recovery of exhaust heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exhaust heat recovery apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    combustion furnace (1)    heat exchanger (2)    exhaust system (4)    stack (B)
NOVELTY - The carbon-made cylindrical container has an inner surface contacted with silicon melt solution, and comprises a carbon material having bulk specific gravity of 1.8 or more.    USE - For manufacturing silicon (claimed) such as polycrystalline silicon used as raw material for semiconductor and battery for solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon-made cylindrical container has excellent crack-proof property, and efficiently provides highly pure polycrystalline silicon. The cylindrical container is suppressed in permeation of silicon melt solution and formation of silicon carbide, and hardly changes in the shape, even when cubical expansion ascribable to silicon is caused.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of silicon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the silicon manufacturing apparatus using the carbon-made cylindrical container.    metal airtight container (1)    carbon-made cylindrical container (2)    source gas supply pipe (3)    heating unit (4)    heat insulating material (5)    silicon collection receptacle (7)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell comprises an anode for oxidizing liquid fuel, a cathode for reducing oxygen, an electrolyte membrane provided between the anode and the cathode, a fuel chamber for holding liquid fuel to be fed to the anode, and an exhaust gas module having a gas-liquid separation function arranged to permit ventilation between the inside and the outside of the fuel chamber (12).    USE - For portable appliances.    ADVANTAGE - A large cell output power can be brought out. The liquid fuel is high in volume energy density and can be easily resupplied by use of a fuel cartridge so that there can be an electric power supply requiring no charging time in contrast to secondary batteries and most suitable for portable appliances.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a fuel cell configuration.    Fuel chamber (12)    Anode terminal plate (13a)    Cathode terminal plate (13c)    Gasket (14)    Cartridge holder (17)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell comprises an electrolyte layer disposed between a semiconductor electrode in a transparent first substrate and a counter electrode of a second substrate. The electrolyte layer is sealed using a sealing member lying between the substrates.    USE - Used as a photovoltaic cell.    ADVANTAGE - The invention maintains excellent cell performance over a long period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photovoltaic cell comprises: a transparent first substrate having a semiconductor electrode supporting a photosensitizing dye; a second substrate having a counter electrode disposed to face the semiconductor electrode; and an electrolyte layer disposed between the semiconductor electrode and the counter electrode. The electrolyte layer is sealed using a sealing member lying between the substrates. The substrates and the sealing member are formed of similar materials. The portions of the first substrate and the second substrate that are in contact with the sealing member are ultrasonically welded to the sealing member.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing the inventive photovoltaic cell comprising an ultrasonic welding step for welding the portions of the first substrate and the second substrate in contact with the sealing member to the sealing member.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a plan view of a photovoltaic cell.    Region (3)    Counter electrode (4)    Conductive connecting parts (41)    Substrate (62)
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises back metal electrode and light absorbing layer comprising a p-type copper-indium-gallium-selenium semiconductor on a substrate. It further comprises a p-type or low carrier concentration n-type semiconductor layer comprising zinc oxide between the light-absorbing layer and the back metal electrode.    USE - Used as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell achieves increased voltage . It has improved conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for producing a solar cell comprising:    (a) forming a back metal electrode on a substrate;    (b) forming a zinc oxide (ZnO) layer by a pulse laser deposition method or a sputtering method using a ZnO target comprising a p-type additive; and    (c) forming a light-absorbing layer of a p-type copper-indium-gallium-selenium semiconductor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-section of the solar cell.
NOVELTY - A laminated safety glass solar module comprises a laminate of a glass pane, at least one solar cell unit that is located between two polyvinyl butyral (PVB)-based films, and a rear covering. The polyvinyl butyral -based films has a tensile strength of at least 16 N/mm2.    USE - In facade component, roof surface, winter garden covering, soundproofing wall, balcony and parapet element and as a component of windows (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar module provides laminated safety glazing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The rear covering is made of glass, plastic, metal, laminated glazing and/or insulating glazing. At lest one of the polyvinyl butyral -based films has soundproofing properties. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for producing the solar module.
NOVELTY - The production of a catalyst (1) involves performing the stepwise precipitation of metal particles (4) having catalytic activity and additive particles (3) for improving the catalytic activity of the metal particles on the surface of electroconductive fine particles (2) by physical vapor deposition.    USE - Used for the production of a catalyst used for a fuel cell (claimed) such as a direct methanol type fuel cell or a polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The production of a catalyst having high catalytic activity is enabled by performing stepwise physical vapor deposition of metal particles and electroconductive particles on electroconductive fine particles. The fuel cell has high output.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The additive particles comprises a semiconductor or insulator.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic drawing of the physical vapor deposition of metal particles on the surface of electroconductive fine particles having additive particles.    catalyst (1)    electroconductive fine particle (2)    additive particle (3)    metal particle (4)    physical vapor deposition apparatus (11)    metal particle target (13)
NOVELTY - A surrounding wall (5) made from silicone adhesive agent (10), is attached between the peripheral portions of the transparent substrates (1,1A).    USE - Dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The durability of the dye-sensitized solar cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    transparent substrates (1,1A)    surrounding wall (5)    electrolytic solution (6)    adhesive agent (10)
NOVELTY - A metal oxide structure (10) has a metal oxide film (100) with network-like groove formed on surface. The structure has metal oxide microparticles (200) embedded in the groove.    USE - As metal oxide film for electrode of dye sensitizing solar cell (claimed), and photocatalyst.    ADVANTAGE - The metal oxide structure has electroconductivity sufficient for high productivity, and has high surface area. The metal oxide film does not peel. The dye sensitizing solar cell utilizing the metal oxide film, has high conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye sensitizing solar cell having a metal oxide layer, conductive layer, pigment adsorbed on base material, electric charge carrying layer and another conductive layer formed sequentially. The metal oxide layer consists of metal oxide structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the surface model of metal oxide structure.    metal oxide structure (10)    metal oxide film (100)    metal oxide microparticles (200)
NOVELTY - Intermittent voltage is applied to targets (21a, 21b) differing in composition, and sputtered in oxygen gas atmosphere. A p-type transparent oxide film containing oxide having several metals is formed. The light emission wavelength and emitted light intensity of discharge during sputtering are monitored. The composition of obtained film is controlled by controlling the oxygen concentration in atmosphere, and sputtering speed of targets.    USE - For forming p-type transparent oxide film used for solar cell (claimed), and electronic and optical devices.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent oxide film having high quality is stably formed at high speed, and abnormality discharge is suppressed. The film has desired composition and crystal structure, and provides solar cell having high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Intermittent voltage is alternately applied to several targets (21a, 21b) differing in composition, and sputtering is carried out in atmosphere containing oxygen gas. A p-type transparent oxide film containing oxide having several metals is formed by the reactive sputtering. The light emission wavelength and emitted light intensity of discharge at the time of sputtering are monitored. The composition of obtained film is controlled by controlling the oxygen concentration in atmosphere, and sputtering speed of targets.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view illustrating dual cathode system magnetron sputtering method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    support materials (20a, 20b)    target electrodes (20A, 20B)    targets (21a, 21b)    magnets (22a, 22b)    switching unit (24)
NOVELTY - Chlorosilane and hydrogen are heated in carbon cylindrical reaction container (2), and silicon is precipitated in inner surface of container. The weight of cylindrical reaction container is measured and adhesion amount of silicon in container is monitored, while recovering silicon by melting portion or whole of precipitated silicon. The service condition is controlled based on silicon adhesion amount. Thus, silicon is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing silicon.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method of silicon grasps precisely silicon adhesion amount in the reaction container. Abnormality of precipitate reaction at the early stage is coped up, and manufacturing efficiency of silicon is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for silicon manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the silicon manufacturing apparatus.    metal airtight container (1)    cylindrical reaction container (2)    source gas supply pipe (3)    heater (5)    silicon collection receptacle (9)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a medium-pressure hydrogen generation unit (13) and high-pressure hydrogen generation unit (15). A prediction unit (14) estimates supply pressure required for next tank-filling process of vehicle (11) based on information from vehicle. The medium-pressure hydrogen generation unit is driven based on information from prediction unit and high-pressure hydrogen generation unit is driven when required.    USE - Hydrogen supply apparatus for supplying hydrogen to vehicle-mounted fuel tank, in hydrogen refueling station.    ADVANTAGE - The wastage of energy related to hydrogen supply is prevented, as the high-pressure hydrogen generation unit is driven only when required.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the hydrogen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vehicle (11)    fuel tank (12)    medium-pressure hydrogen generation unit (13)    prediction unit (14)    high-pressure hydrogen generation unit (15)
NOVELTY - Heat exchanger (62) connected between a cooling-water flow path (41) and a bypass flow path (61), exchanges the heat between the cooling water and air conditioning. The heat exchange operation is performed when a controller (60) determines whether remaining power exists in the cooling capacity of the cooler (50), and is stopped when remaining power does not exist in cooling capacity.    USE - Cooling device installed on fuel cell mounting device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Reduction of cooling load is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: fuel cell mounting vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell mounting device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cooling-water flow path (41)    cooler (50)    controller (60)    bypass flow path (61)    heat exchanger (62)
NOVELTY - The glass case (1) comprises sealed glasswares (I,II) and a space formed inside by joining the glasswares (I,II). A glass cloth is wound around the glassware, and hydrophobic resin is impregnated on the outer surface of the junction region. The side surfaces of glasswares (I,II) are reinforced. The glass case has at least one transparent surface.    USE - As waterproof sealing for light emitting apparatus with solar cell (claimed), e.g. illumination device, camera, road-sign lamp, safety-sign lamp, safe rivet, signal light, outdoor decoration lamp, partition wall lamp, embedding lamp of building wall surface, emergency lamp, street light and garden lamp, and container of position discovery system and electromagnetic wave transmitter.    ADVANTAGE - The glass case has high strength, sealing property, waterproof property, durability, and prevents damage of light-emitting apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for light-emitting apparatus with solar cell (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram and sectional view of the integrating state of light-emitting material apparatus with solar cell, into glass case.    glass case (1)    light emitting apparatus with solar cell (10)    glass top container (11)    light-emitting material (15)    electrical-storage apparatus and control circuit (16)
NOVELTY - A titanium oxide dispersion is obtained by wet pulverization of a titanium oxide dispersion precursor. The titanium oxide dispersion precursor contains titanium oxide powder, dispersant(s) chosen from amine group dispersant and carboxyl group-containing polymer dispersant, and water medium or an organic solvent.    USE - For crystalline ceramic powder, ultraviolet ray shielding material, coating materials, cosmetics, electrode materials of solar cells, photocatalysts, and electronic materials.    ADVANTAGE - The titanium oxide dispersant has high dispersibility, low viscosity and high purity titanium oxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of titanium oxide dispersion which involves wet pulverizing titanium oxide dispersion precursor.
NOVELTY - A Fresnel lens (1) condenses the heat energy produced by the sunlight. A light guide fiber (3) made of quartz glass guides the condensed heat energy having temperature in the range of 600-2000 degreesC to a thermoelectric power generator (10). The thermoelectric power generator produces electric power by the thermal electrons released from a electron emission element (13) with the heat energy received from light guide fiber.    USE - For generation of thermal electric power using heat energy produced by sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Improves conversion efficiency of heat energy to electrical energy by supplying heat energy directly to electron emission element. Power generation amount can be increased without using large modules and without generation of carbon dioxide. Thus realizing improvement in power generation efficiency, effectively, reliably and safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the thermal electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fresnel lens (1)    tracking device (2)    light guide fiber (3)    thermoelectric power generator (10)    electron emission element (13)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (10) has flat conductor (11) comprising twisted wire including multiple strands (12), which are twisted to form flat shape, and solder film (15) covering the periphery of the flat conductor.    USE - Lead wire joined to silicon cell of solar cell assembly (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Heat string after solder joining of lead wire is reduced and electrical conductivity of the lead wire is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of lead wire; and    (2) solar cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the lead wire.    lead wire (10)    flat conductor (11)    strand (12)    solder film (15)
NOVELTY - A dye-sensitized solar cell has a hole transport layer (10) provided between a working electrode (5) and a counter electrode (7), which is arranged opposite to working electrode. The working electrode has a porous semiconductor layer (9) coated with dye (2). The hole-transport layer contains metallocene compound (3) of a conductive polymer having a metallocene region in the principal chain.    USE - As dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye-sensitized solar cell has favorable photoelectric conversion characteristics and high durability, and is simply manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dye (2)    metallocene compound (3)    working electrode (5)    counter electrode (7)    porous semiconductor layer (9)    hole-transport layer (10)
NOVELTY - Plasma fuel cell comprises two pieces of plasma gun for generating flame jet of plasma in high temperature and high speed. There are electrolyte or water or air between two plasma guns. Two pieces of plasma guns jet hydrogen plasma flow and oxygen plasma flow to electrolyte.    USE - For fuel cells application.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Cavity walls of the said plasma guns are as anode and cathode, which are connected to form a main circuit. When two plasma flows are combined to water or CO2, current is generated in the main circuit. Comparing with prior art, the disclosed fuel cell possesses advantages: (1) higher than 60 % system effectiveness; (2) simple structure, small size, low manufacturing cost, without need of large numbers of noble metal platinum, good reliability; (3) large power of single body; (4) quick starting; (5) environment protection, and various fuels including non- hydrogen fuel; (6) high overload capacity; (7) not need of large investment in wide application.
NOVELTY - The resin film contains ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer. The amount of acetic acid extracted is 200 ppm or less, when the resin film is allowed to stand at 85degreesC and relative humidity of 85% for 100 hours, and boiled in water under heating and refluxing.    USE - For glass laminate and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrolysis with time or environmental changes, is prevented, hence generation of acetic acid is less. The resin film has high transparency and low haze which is maintained for long period of time, without metal corrosion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional drawing of basic composition while using the resin film to a solar cell.    glass substrate (11)    back side protection material (12)    sealing film (13A,13B)    electricity generating element (14)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises reformer to generate hydrogen from a fuel containing hydrogen, and including plates stacked to form passage(s) to allow fuel and/or gas to flow through and catalyst layer(s) formed on entire surfaces of passage(s); electricity generator(s) to generate electric energy through electrochemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen; fuel supply unit to supply fuel to reformer; and oxygen supply unit.    USE - As fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has a reformer, which can enhance reaction efficiency and thermal efficiency with simple structure. The reformer reduces the concentration of carbon monoxide in the hydrogen gas using a catalytic reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell system comprises reformer (30) to generate hydrogen from a fuel containing hydrogen, and including plates (31a-34a) stacked to form passage(s) to allow fuel and/or gas to flow through and catalyst layer(s) (31e-34e) formed on entire surfaces of passage(s); electricity generator(s) to generate electric energy through electrochemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen; fuel supply unit to supply fuel to reformer; and oxygen supply unit to supply oxygen to reformer and electricity generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of the coupled structure of reformer.    Reformer (30)    Heat source (31)    Plates (31a-34a)    Catalyst layers (31e-34e)    Reforming reactor (32)    Carbon monoxide reducers (33, 34)
NOVELTY - The gas detector includes a catalytic combustion type gas sensor (31) and a semiconductor type gas sensor (39). The catalytic combustion type gas sensor is used for detecting hydrogen when shifting from high to low concentration in operating state, while the semiconductor type gas sensor is used for detecting hydrogen during low concentration in idling state.    USE - Hydrogen gas detector in fuel cell vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen can be detected with accuracy from high to low concentration in operating state, using the catalytic combustion type gas sensor. Similarly, hydrogen can be detected with accuracy during low concentration in idling state, using the semiconductor type gas sensor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell vehicle;    (2) process for detecting gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the gas detector.    gas detector (1)    case (21)    catalytic combustion type gas sensor (31)    temperature compensating element (32)    semiconductor type gas sensor (39)
NOVELTY - A fuel feeding system (5') for a fuel cell uses an aqueous solution fuel. The aqueous solution fuel is fed to the fuel cell with a propellant gas composed of a pressure gas or pressure liquefied gas.    USE - For fuel cell, e.g. direct methanol fuel cell, for use as power source for electronic device and electronic equipment (claimed), e.g. portable electronic equipment such as cellular phone, personal digital assistant, notebook type personal computer or portable camera.    ADVANTAGE - The system can be operated with high fuel efficiency while a fuel is not emitted into air during the power generation operation. It requires no mechanical auxiliary power such as a pump for feeding a fuel to a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) fuel cell comprising an exchangeable fuel cartridge having aqueous solution fuel and propellant gas as a fuel feeding source;    (B) fuel cartridge that can be exchangeably attached to a fuel cell and holds an aqueous solution fuel and a propellant gas, where the aqueous solution fuel can be fed to the fuel cell by the ejection of the propellant gas; and    (C) electronic device and electronic equipment having a fuel cell as a power source, comprising a fuel cell using an aqueous solution fuel and an exchangeable fuel cartridge as a fuel supply source for the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exploded perspective showing a stacked fuel cell.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Separator (5)    Fuel feeding system (5')    Fuel feeding hole (5A)    Air feeding hole (5B)
NOVELTY - Solar cell comprises two electrodes (10, 20) parallel with each other; a porous membrane (30) provided between the two electrodes and having a dye adsorbed to the porous membrane; an electrolyte (40) provided between the two electrodes; and a buffering layer interposed between the first electrode and the porous membrane and having greater than or equal to2 layers.    USE - Used as e.g. dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has an improved photoelectric conversion efficiency, improved electron collection property, and prevents deterioration of the interface between the buffering layer and the membrane. It is manufactured with low cost. The contact between the electrolyte and the first electrode is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing the above solar cell comprising:    (a) preparing a first electrode and a second electrode;    (b) forming the buffering layer having greater than or equal to2 layers on a surface of the first electrode;    (c) forming the porous membrane on the buffering layer;    (d) adsorbing the dye in the porous membrane;    (e) disposing the second electrode on the porous membrane;    (f) filling the electrode in the space provided between the porous membrane and the second membrane; and    (g) sealing the two electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-section of a dye-sensitized solar cell.    Electrodes (10, 20)    Substrate (11)    Porous membrane (30)    Electrolyte (40)
NOVELTY - A fullerene derivative comprises a pendant cyclic ether.    USE - For a photovoltaic device used in systems including roofing, package labeling, battery chargers, sensors, window shades and blinds, awnings, opaque or semi-transparent windows, or exterior wall panels.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic devices including phenylbutyric acid glycidyl ester exhibits a slightly higher short circuit current but lower open circuit voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a composition comprising a reaction product of the fullerene derivatives; and    (B) a photovoltaic device comprising two electrodes (202, 206), a photoactive layer (204) between the electrodes and comprising the above composition, and an electron donor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a photovoltaic device.    Electrode (202, 206)    Photoactive layer (204)    Hole blocking layer (205)    Substrate (210)
NOVELTY - An organic electronic device is made by depositing an organic material upon an existing deposition surface; allowing organic material to dry into an organic film; post-processing organic film under a post-processing environment with conditions such that the organic film undergoes reflow; and allowing the film that has undergone reflow to dry into an enhanced organic layer film.    USE - For making an organic electronic device e.g. organic light-emitting diode, an organic transistor, or an organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method fabricates an organic electronic device with more uniform film, and removes defects such as poor wetting of the edges and pinholes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fabrication of an organic electronic device comprises depositing an organic material upon an existing deposition surface; allowing the organic material to dry into an organic film; post-processing the organic film under a post-processing environment with conditions such that the organic film undergoes reflow; and allowing the film that has undergone reflow to dry into an enhanced organic layer film. The enhanced organic film comprises substantially flat and uniform profile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates the drying pattern of a liquid substance when the substance is dropped with an without photo-resist.    Drop (200, 210)
NOVELTY - The apparatus includes a heat exchanger (10b) integrated with a catalyzed-combustion type waste-gas processing unit (100 that is provided at hydrogen gas (3a') emission region. The warm water from the exchanger is used to heat a hydrogen-occlusion-alloy container (1) that supplies fuel to a fuel cell (3,3A).    USE - E.g. closed-cycle type fuel cell apparatus used in sealed space such as a marine vessel. Also applicable to other hydrogen supply system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces consumption of hydrogen at the time of operation of a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen-occlusion-alloy container (1)    liquid oxygen (2)    fuel cell (3,3A)    emission hydrogen gas (3a')    emission hydrogen gas line (3B)    catalyzed-combustion type waste-gas processing unit (10)    warm water (11)
NOVELTY - The target containing inorganic material, and a porous base material are prepared and arranged at atmospheric pressure of 1-200 Pa. Pulse laser having frequency of 5-500 Hz is irradiated on the target, and vapor of inorganic material is generated. The vapor is deposited on the base material to form a porous membrane having several holes oriented in thickness direction. An inorganic porous material is obtained.    USE - For manufacturing inorganic porous material used as support of catalyst, and for sensor, electrochemical device and fuel cell (e.g. air electrode).    ADVANTAGE - The inorganic porous material having excellent permeability with respect to to-be-processed fluid, liquid and gas, is manufactured efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the inorganic porous material.
NOVELTY - The catalyst packing structure has catalyst layer (B) formed by filling catalyst particles (20) with minimum thermal expansion coefficient than container (A), in container (A) having thermal expansion property. Grains (21) having larger thermal expansion than catalyst layer (B) is mixed with layer (B) to prevent compression destruction of particles (20) by reduction in volume, when container (A) contracts after thermal expansion.    USE - For modifier used for reforming gas supplied to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst packing structure has favorable oxidation resistance, gas-flow facultativity, and effectively prevents compression destruction of catalyst particles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the typical fragmentary sectional view of the catalyst packing structure.    catalyst particles (20)    grains (21)    container (A)    catalyst layer (B)
NOVELTY - The corrugated substrate (3) consists of a transparent electro-conductive thin film (2) made of tin oxide, with corrugated surface, formed on a base substrate. The area of a convex portion of the corrugated surface, of size 180-700nm, from the top to 50% of its height of 30-130nm, is set to partial spherical surface.    USE - For thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The smooth spherical convex portion on the surface of the substrate, scatter the light of long wavelength, easily. Hence photo-electric conversion efficiency of the solar cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of corrugated substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the corrugated substrate.    plate-shaped object (1)    tin film (2)    substrate (3)    substrate film (4)
NOVELTY - An electrolyte liquid (7) contains redox property substance and solvent. When the solvent contained in the electrolyte liquid is liquid imidazole compound, alkylene carbonate is added as characteristic improvement agent.    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte liquid is not volatilized easily, and improves battery capabilities such as open circuit voltage and conversion efficiency. The working environment during assembly of battery is improved by preventing inclusion of t-butyl pyridine in the electrolyte. The dye-sensitized solar cell excellent in battery capability and stability for long period of time, is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye-sensitized solar cell. The solar cell consists of dye sensitizing type semiconductor electrode (4), and electrolyte liquid arranged between the counter electrode (5) and dye sensitizing type semiconductor electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of structure of dye-sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (2)    semiconductor film (3)    dye sensitizing type semiconductor electrode (4)    counter electrode (5)    sealing agent (6)    electrolyte liquid (7)
NOVELTY - The dye sensitizing photoelectric cell has microcapsule (3), which is formed by covering metal oxide semiconductor particle (31) with organic polymeric compound layer (32) containing pigment (33).    USE - As dye sensitizing photoelectric cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye sensitizing photoelectric cell prevents reduction of photoelectric energy efficiency without pigment omission.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Metal oxide semiconductor is titanium oxide. Pigment is organometallic complex pigment, pyridine type pigment, phthalocyanine type pigment, porphyrin type pigment, cyanine type pigment, merocyanine type pigment, coumarin type pigment, polymethine type pigment, Mercurochrome chromium type pigment and/or eosin type pigment. A polymerizable surfactant chosen from anionic polymerizable surfactant, cationic polymerizable surfactant and/or nonionic polymerizable surfactant is contained in the photoelectric cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows conceptual sectional drawing of dye sensitizing photoelectric cell.    microcapsule (3)    metal oxide semiconductor particle (31)    organic polymeric compound layer (32)    pigment (33)
NOVELTY - The holder (3) consisting of non-corrodable thermoplastic resin, is formed. The opening (3b) smaller than the thickness of the elastic structure (2) is formed on the holder. The holder is made to contact the elastic structure, such that the portions other than the portions facing the opening, becomes 2-22% of the thickness, before compressing. The elastic structure is compressed and welded to the holder.    USE - For manufacturing flow rate compensation filter installed in the fuel container for fuel cells used as a power supply for mobile machines.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces blockage of the nozzle of the fuel container in fuel cell with the effluent or corrosion thing from filter, so as to increases the durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for flow rate compensation filter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top and sectional views of the manufacturing process of the flow rate compensation filter.    flow rate compensation filter (1)    elastic structure (2)    holder (3)    disc portion (3a)    opening (3b)
NOVELTY - A laminated structure (20) comprises a working electrode (14), a counter electrode (18) and an electrolyte layer (15). The counter electrode consists of an electrically conductive film (17) provided at the opposing surface (16a) of an electroconductive substrate (16).    USE - E.g. dye-sensitizing solar cell .    ADVANTAGE - The thickness of electrically conductive film is reduced by using electroconductive substrate, thereby obtaining counter electrode with low sheet resistance. Hence large-sized optoelectric transducer with excellent conversion efficiency is manufactured cheaply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of dye-sensitizing solar cell.    dye-sensitizing solar cell (10)    working electrode (14)    opposing surface (16)    electrically conductive film (17)    counter electrode (18)    laminated structure (20)
NOVELTY - Dye sensitized solar cell has an optoelectric transducer and a counter electrode (5) provided opposite to each other through an electrolyte layer (3). The optoelectric transducer has a semiconductor film (2) containing n-type semiconductor and photosensitizer, laminated on an electroconductive support (4). The electrolyte layer contains electrolyte containing cobalt halide.    USE - As dye sensitized solar cell e.g. photovoltaic cell for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The high-efficient dye sensitized solar cell has open circuit voltage higher than the solar cell formed using iodine group electrolyte, and prevents evaporation of electrolyte contained in the electrolyte layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Dye sensitized solar cell has an optoelectric transducer and a counter electrode provided opposite to each other through an electrolyte layer. The optoelectric transducer has a semiconductor film containing n-type semiconductor and photosensitizer, laminated on an electroconductive support. The electrolyte layer contains an electrolyte containing cobalt halide of formula: CoXn, where X is halogen atom and n is 4-6.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional model of dye sensitized solar cell.    transparent substrate (1)    semiconductor film (2)    electrolyte layer (3)    electroconductive support (4)    counter electrode (5)
NOVELTY - The dielectric barrier discharge lamp (41a-41c,42a,42b) is arranged at the interior of the incineration duct (40) storing to-be-processed object such as silicon wafer (43) during film formation or industrial effluent during water treatment and the hydrogen peroxide solution for processing the to-be-processed object.    USE - For performing incineration processing of photoresist during formation of hydrogenation amorphous silicon film of solar cell, and for processing chlorofluorocarbon, waste gas, sewage water and industrial waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Performs high quality incineration processing efficiently and rapidly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view explaining the photoresist incineration processing.    Fluid supply port (2)    Incineration duct (40)    Discharge lamps (41a-41c,42a,42b)    Silicon wafer (43)
NOVELTY - The silane gas is supplied to red-hot seed rod in a sealed reaction furnace under high temperature, as raw material. The silane gas is thermal decomposed or reduced by hydrogen, and high purity polycrystalline silicon is precipitated. The red-hot seed rod is a component made of alloy having recrystallization temperature of 1200degreesC or more.    USE - For producing polycrystalline silicon for solar cells and semiconductors.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically provides high purity polycrystalline silicon, with high quantity. External heating unit for heating a core material for precipitation and adhesion of polycrystalline silicon even in initial heating is not required. Precipitation and adhesion of polycrystalline silicon from initial stage of the reaction are carried out quickly. Repeated use of the core material is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polycrystalline silicon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model sectional drawing of the double pipe component.    base board of reactor (1)    support stand (2)    outer pipe (3)    inner pipe (4)
NOVELTY - A squarylium compound (I) is new.    USE - For photoelectric conversion material used in optoelectric transducer and photoelectrochemical cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The squarylium compound is inexpensive, and enables formation of optoelectric transducer with high-energy conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A squarylium compound of formula (I) is new.    R1,R3=hydrogen, (un)substituted (alkyl, aryl, heterocyclic group or aralkyl group);    R2=hydrogen, carboxyl, sulfo, phosphono, (un)substituted (alkyl, aralkyl, aryl or heterocyclic group);    R4=hydrogen, hydroxyl, halogen, (un)substituted (amino, alkyl, aryl, aralkyl, alkoxy or heterocyclic group), nitro or cyano group;    m=0-2;    X=nitrogen or oxygen atom;    Y=nitrogen atom, oxygen atom or sulfur atom;    A=acidic group;and    n=1-3.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) photoelectric conversion material containing above squarylium compound;    (2) optoelectric transducer which uses above photoelectric conversion material; and    (3) photoelectrochemical cell which has above photoelectric conversion material.
NOVELTY - A squarylium compound (I) is new.    USE - For photoelectric conversion material used in optoelectric transducer and photoelectrochemical cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The squarylium compound is inexpensive, and enables formation of optoelectric transducer with high energy conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A squarylium compound of formula (I) is new.    R1,R2=hydrogen, (un)substituted alkyl, aryl or aralkyl group;    R3-R5=hydrogen, (un)substituted alkyl or alkoxy group, hydroxyl group or halogen atom;    R7=hydrogen, (un)substituted alkyl, aryl, aralkyl or heterocyclic group;    X=nitrogen or oxygen atom, and is optional; and    A=acidic group.    R1 and R2 are combined with nitrogen atom to form (un)substituted heterocyclic ring.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) photoelectric conversion material containing above squarylium compound;    (2) optoelectric transducer which uses above photoelectric conversion material; and    (3) photoelectrochemical cell which has above photoelectric conversion material.
NOVELTY - Solar cell (20) comprises a transparent graded second buffer layer (40) extending between and contacting a second layer (24) and a third layer (26), and having a second-buffer layer lattice parameter that decreases with increasing distance from the second layer toward the third layer.    USE - The solar (photovoltaic) cell is used as a multifunction structure.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell offers increased efficiency and performance, with little change in cost, as compared with conventional solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar cell comprises a first layer (22) having a first-layer lattice parameter; a second layer having a second-layer lattice parameter different from the first-layer lattice parameter, where second layer includes a photoactive second-layer material; a third layer having a third-layer lattice parameter different from the second-layer lattice parameter, where third layer includes a photoactive third-layer material; a graded first buffer layer extending between and contacting the first layer and the second layer, and having a first-buffer-layer lattice parameter that increases with increasing distance from the first layer toward the second layer; and a transparent graded second buffer layer extending between and contacting the second layer and the third layer, and having a second-buffer layer lattice parameter that decreases with increasing distance from the second layer toward the third layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic elevational view of a solar cell, with an associated graph indicating lattice parameter as a function of distance through the solar cell.    Solar cell (20)    First layer (22)    Second layer (24)    Third layer (26)    Transparent graded second buffer layer (40)
NOVELTY - Multijunction solar cell (20) comprises composition-graded buffer layer (26) between first photoactive subcell layer and substrate (24). The composition-graded buffer layer has a buffer-layer lattice parameter graded between first subcell lattice parameter and substrate lattice parameter.    USE - For nuclear or power battery for spacecraft.    ADVANTAGE - The multijunction solar cell has improved power output, efficiency, performance and cost effectiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A multijunction solar cell comprises first photoactive subcell layer having a first-subcell parameter and a composition comprising Group III element, Group V element other than (nitrogen, phosphorus), or (nitrogen, phosphorus); material from gallium indium arsenic bismuth, gallium indium arsenic antimony, gallium indium arsenic phosphide, zinc germanium arsenide or boron-gallium-indium arsenide; substrate having a substrate parameter different from the first-subcell parameter; and composition-graded buffer layer between the first photoactive subcell layer and the substrate and having a buffer-layer parameter graded between the first subcell parameter and the substrate parameter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic elevational view of the multijunction solar cell.    Solar cell (20)    Mismatched layer (22)    Substrate (24)    Composition-graded buffer (26)
NOVELTY - A titanium oxide dispersion consists of a sulfur-containing titanium oxide powder, a dispersant and a water medium or an organic solvent.    USE - For forming titanium oxide film having photocatalytic function, used for photocatalyst and electrode material for dye sensitized solar cell. Also used for ultraviolet ray shielding material, cosmetics, capacitor and thermistor, and as raw material of barium titanate isoelectronic material.    ADVANTAGE - The neutral titanium oxide dispersion has low viscosity, excellent dispersibility and photocatalytic activity in ultraviolet and visible regions, and is efficiently manufactured in industrial scale. The dispersion exhibits photocatalytic action even in room interior.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of titanium oxide dispersion, which involves mixing sulfur-containing titanium oxide powder, dispersant and water medium or organic solvent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the measurement result of diffused-reflection absorption spectrum of sulfur-containing titanium oxide powder contained in the titanium oxide dispersion, at ultraviolet and visible regions. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The porous metal catalyst (22) has outer alumina layer (28), and inner alumina layer (26) coated on each frame (23a) surface of porous support (23) of porosity 40-98%. The layer (26) contains alumina particles (24) coated with active metal particles of average particle diameter 1-500 nm and thickness 5 nm-100 microns, and has thickness of 5 nm-100 microns and porosity of 5-80%. Porosity of layer (28) is same or higher than porosity of the layer (26).    USE - For modifier of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The porous metal catalyst has improved durability and modification efficiency with respect to hydrogen gas. Adhesive strength between porous support and inner alumina layer, and inner alumina layer and outer alumina layer is high.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the porous metal catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the porous metal catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    porous metal catalyst (22)    support (23)    frame (23a)    alumina particles (24)    inner alumina layer (26)    active metal particles (27)    outer alumina layer (28)
NOVELTY - The reactor has several fine flow paths connected in parallel such that chemical reaction takes place independently in each flow path. A non-return valve is provided for controlling the flow of fluid in the flow-paths.    USE - For fuel cell card (claimed) used in electronic device (claimed) such as notebook computer, portable facsimile, telephone, TV, communication apparatus, clock, camera, audio video apparatus, fan refrigerator, iron, vacuum cleaner, rice cooker, induction-heating cooker, luminaire, game machine, radio control car, power tool, medical equipment, business machine, health beauty instruments, electronically controlled robot, transport machine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables controlling the amount of reaction product without changing the reaction condition of each flow path for reaction and hence improves reaction efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) reactor operating method;    (2) fuel cell card; and    (3) electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a reactor.    concave portion (200)    heat conduction board (210)    modification catalyst (220)    heater (240)    electrode (250)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen permeation alloy film (1) contains 40-60 atomic% of copper and 5A group metal chosen from niobium, tantalum and/or vanadium. The film has thickness of 0.5-50 microns.    USE - Used in hydrogen gas purification-separation apparatus for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen permeation alloy film effectively permeates and separates hydrogen from mixed gas containing hydrogen and does not disintegrate even if hydrogen is occluded. The alloy film is manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the hydrogen permeation alloy film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the external appearance of hydrogen permeation alloy film.    hydrogen permeation alloy film (1)    palladium film (2)
NOVELTY - A quadrangular pyramid-shaped corrugated surface is formed on a semiconductor substrate, such that specific formula relating angle of symmetry corresponding to maximum Fourier characteristic value, tilt angle of squeegee (101), the maximum and minimum values of average period length of the substrate is satisfied. A paste material is applied on the surface, to form non-light receiving surface electrode.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Relieves the scanning resistance of the squeegee with respect to the semiconductor substrate, and improves the productivity of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The average value of corrugated vertical interval of 20 microns or less, adjoining the locus curve of squeegees and concave-convex line, is set smaller than the average value of vertical interval of the substrate. The area whose thickness of non-light receiving surface electrode after drying of the paste is 10-150 microns is 90% or more with respect to whole area of the electrode formation area.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the printing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    squeegee (101)    top portion (102)    bottom portion (103)    ridge line (104)
NOVELTY - Silicon carbide semiconductor (1) has silicon carbide layer (3) of 3-20 nm thickness, silicon carbide layer (4) of 10-50 nm thickness, and (beta)-silicon carbide single crystal thin film (5) of 1 microns or more thickness sequentially formed on a silicon single crystal substrate (2). Layer (3) contains amorphous. Layer (4) contains several (beta)-silicon carbide growth nuclei.    USE - For electronic device e.g. high-speed high temperature operable electronic device and solar power generation element.    ADVANTAGE - Silicon carbide semiconductor has excellent crystallinity and surface property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: manufacture of silicon carbide semiconductor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the silicon carbide semiconductor.    silicon carbide semiconductor (1)    silicon carbide single crystal substrate (2)    silicon carbide layers (3,4)    beta-silicon carbide single crystal thin film (5)
NOVELTY - The substrate (10) has a transparent electroconductive oxide film (14) provided on its surface. Film (14) has several crest portion (12) and flat portion (13) having several micro convex portions on its surface. Substrate has preset spectroscopy haze rate, difference of maximum and minimum values of spectroscopy haze rate, C light-source haze rate, and difference of maximum and minimum values of C light-source haze rate.    USE - For optoelectric transducer (claimed) such as thin-film silicon type solar cells used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate having the transparent electroconductive oxide film, has excellent transparency, durability, strength, heat resistance and light-scattering capability. The solar cell using the substrate, has excellent mass-production property and photoelectric conversion efficiency, without generation of short circuit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The substrate (10) has a transparent electroconductive oxide film (14) provided on its surface. Film (14) has several crest portion (12) and flat portion (13) having several micro convex portions on its surface. The substrate has spectroscopy haze rate of 10-95% at wavelength of 400-800 nm, difference of maximum value and minimum value of spectroscopy haze rate of 50% or less, C light-source haze rate of 30-90% as measured by haze meter, and difference of maximum value and minimum value of C light-source haze rate of 20% or less.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) manufacture of the substrate having the transparent electroconductive oxide film; and    (b) optoelectric transducer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the notch portion of the substrate with the transparent electroconductive oxide film.    substrate with transparent electroconductive oxide film (10)    crest portion (12)    flat portion (13)    transparent electroconductive oxide film (14)    monticulus portion (15)
NOVELTY - The end face sealing unit (11) comprising inner layer (11y) formed with thermosetting resin and outer layer (11x). The sealing unit is made of square C-shaped structure, whose upper side sealing piece (11a) abutted with surface of the solar cell module (4), while lower side sealing piece (11c) abutted with back side of the module. The width side sealing piece (11b) contacts end face of the module.    USE - For end face sealing of solar cell installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Water cut-off property of the solar cell module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell with frame;    (2) frameless solar cell module; and    (3) manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solar cell whose end face is blocked by end face sealing unit.    Solar cell module (4)    End face sealing unit (11)    Upper side sealing piece (11a)    Lower side sealing piece (11b)    Width side sealing piece (11c)    Outer layer (11x)    Inner layer (11u)
NOVELTY - The protrusions (4d,4e) are formed at the outer surface of an end face sealing element (4). The protrusions are fitted into the concave portions (5g,5h) formed at the inner surface of a frame groove (5e) of a frame (5).    USE - Solar cell module installed in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents removal of end face sealing element from frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell.    end face sealing element (4)    protrusions (4d,4e)    frame (5)    frame groove (5e)    concave portions (5g,5h)
NOVELTY - The electroconductive paste contains silver powder, glass powder, organic substance vehicle and organic solvent as main component, and chloride. The electroconductive paste is used to arrange titanium oxide or silicon nitride on a silicon substrate (2) to form an electrode.    USE - For forming electrode of solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive paste reduces contact resistance with respect to antireflective film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The chloride is silver chloride, palladium chloride, platinum chloride or iridium chloride. The electroconductive paste alternately comprises bromide or fluoride instead of chloride. The bromide is silver bromide, indium bromide, cesium bromide or nickel bromide. The fluoride is lithium fluoride, nickel fluoride or aluminum fluoride. The paste further comprises phosphorus oxide. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode;    (2) solar cell; and    (3) manufacture of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional drawing of solar cell.    silicon substrate (1)    n+ layer (2)    antireflective film (3)    light receiving surface electrode (4)    p+ layer (5)    reverse electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The biaxially stretched polyester film contains ultraviolet absorber (0.01-10 wt.%), and has total light transmittance of 20% or less in wavelength of 380 nm.    USE - Used as structural component of dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The biaxially stretched polyester film with reduced deterioration of the photoelectric conversion efficiency by ultraviolet ray is provided.
NOVELTY - A high-barrier sheet has a gas barrier layer (2) laminated on the surface(s) of a synthetic resin-made base film (1), and a planarization layer (3) laminated on the outer surface of gas barrier layer. The base film has linear expansion coefficient of 20 ppm/degreesC less.    USE - For packaging material of foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals, and as constituent material of organic electroluminescent, organic thin film solar cell, organic transistor and liquid crystal display.    ADVANTAGE - The high-barrier sheet has excellent barrier property with respect to oxygen and water vapor, improved durability, weather resistance, transparency, heat resistance and flexibility, without defects such as pinhole, crack and crystal grain boundary.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the typical sectional drawing of high-barrier sheet.    base film (1)    gas barrier layer (2)    planarization layer (3)
NOVELTY - Fuel container has a double structure consisting of inner and outer containers (1,2) and a liquid fuel absorbing material (3) provided in between the inner and outer containers.    USE - For organic fuel cell for vehicle mounted power supply system, domestic co-generation system and electronic apparatus e.g. notebook computer, mobile telephone, personal digital assistant (PDA), video camera and electrically driven motor scooter.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents leakage of fuel from fuel container towards exterior side and prevents simultaneous failure of inner and outer containers by providing liquid fuel absorbing material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: the fuel cell pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional model diagram of the fuel cell container.    inner container (1)    outer container (2)    liquid fuel absorbing material (3)    color change material (4)    coagulant (5)    packing (6)    hollow needle (7)
NOVELTY - Anti-reflection coating (20), in particular for solar cells, comprises, in combination, an internal layer of anti-reflecting porous silicon (21) and an external layer of carbon in the form of amorphous diamond (22) which is essentially non-porous and essentially devoid of foreign species.    USE - The anti-reflection coating is used as the coating for a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Provides an anti- reflection coating for solar cells that is less susceptible to degradation over time, without diminishing its anti-reflection capacity. It also allows the adjustment and optimization of the spectral domain in which may be effected an efficient conversion of the light into electrical energy in the solar cell. More precisely, it enlarges the spectral domain in the ultraviolet direction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the formation of this anti-reflection coating on an article with an exposed surface of solid silicon, e.g. a panel of solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a panel of solar cells provided with an anti-reflection coating.    Panel of solar cells (10)    Anti- reflection coating (20)    Layer of porous silicon (21)    Layer of amorphous diamond (22)
NOVELTY - A dye-sensitized solar cell comprises a semiconductor electrode (110) including a nanoparticle oxide layer (114) formed on a conducting thin film (113), which is formed on a first flexible conducting substrate (111); and a counter electrode (130) including a second flexible conducting substrate (132) composed of a flexible transparent polymer and a platinum layer (134) formed on the second conducting substrate.    USE - Used as dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The dye-sensitized solar cell has superior energy conversion efficiency and is flexible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dye-sensitized solar cell comprises:    (a) a semiconductor electrode including a first flexible conducting substrate composed of a metal, a conducting thin film formed on the first conducting substrate, a nanoparticle oxide layer formed on the conducting thin film and dye molecules adsorbed on the nanoparticle oxide layer;    (b) a counter electrode including a second flexible conducting substrate composed of a flexible transparent polymer and a platinum layer formed on the second conducting substrate; and    (c) an electrolyte solution (150) between the semiconductor electrode and the counter electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-section of a flexible dye-sensitized solar cell.    Semiconductor electrode (110)    First flexible conducting substrate (111)    Conducting thin film (113)    Nanoparticle oxide layer (114)    Counter electrode (130)    Second flexible conducting substrate (132)    Platinum layer (134)    Electrolyte solution (150)
NOVELTY - Interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate comprises forming thin film solar cell structure, and forming electrical contact(s). The top and bottom layers of the thin film solar cells have sheet resistance of less than 10000 Omega/sq. The thin film solar structure comprises at least an n-type layer and a p-type layers on foreign substrate/superstrate.    USE - For interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign substrate or superstrate used in generating solar electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has good lateral electrical conductance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate comprises forming thin film solar cell structure, and forming electrical contact(s) (19). The top and bottom layers of the thin film solar cells has sheet resistance of less than 10000 Omega/sq. The thin film solar structure comprises at least an n-type layer and a p-type layer on foreign substrate/superstrate. Each contact is n-type layer (2, 3) on one portion of substrate/superstrate to p type layer (4) on adjacent portion on an adjacent portion of substrate/superstrate. Each electrical contact is formed in part(s) from material of n-type layer and p-type layer of initially formed solar cell structure. The materials of the n-type and p-type layer forming part(s) of each electrical contact are brought into liquid phase and into solid phase during formation of electrical contact.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thin film solar cell module with top and bottom layers with sheet resistance of less than 10000Omega/sq comprising thin film solar cell structure on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate, and electrical contact(s).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional drawings of the method.    N or p-types of layers (2, 3)    N-type layer (2, 3)    P type layer (4)    Edge (10)    Solid phase (16)    Electrical contacts (19)
NOVELTY - A rigid solar module comprises flexible solar module prelaminate, metal backing affixed to the prelaminate, corrugated backing affixed to the metal backing for providing rigidity to the combination of metal backing and prelaminate, and junction box (130) providing connection to the prelaminate for transferring power to load.    USE - For use in construction of photovoltaic modules.    ADVANTAGE - The invention does not need to be connected to other modules to operate. It allows for simpler installation and used of standard building techniques for installation on roof or wall.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for forming rigid photovoltaic module from flexible photovoltaic module comprising affixing the flexible photovoltaic module to rigid backing, and structuring the rigid backed photovoltaic module to provide increased strength in the direct(s).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the corrugated backed modules.    Cell (100)    Corrugated metal (126)    Laminate (128)    Junction box (130)    Cable (132)
NOVELTY - The solar battery cell manufacturing apparatus has lower and upper heater blocks (7,8) to heat solar battery cell (20) and tab leads (21) placed between lower belt and upper belts (5a,5b). Lower and upper cooling blocks cool the lower and upper heater blocks. The lower and upper heater blocks have insulation materials along conveyance direction.    USE - For manufacturing solar battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar battery cell manufacturing apparatus.    upper belts (5a,5b)    lower heater block (7)    upper heater block (8)    solar battery cell (20)    tab lead (21)
NOVELTY - Preparation of a fullerene 1,3-dioxolane comprises reacting a fullerene oxide and a carbonyl compound in the presence of a catalyst.    USE - Used as highly functional material such as solar cell material, and used for pharmaceuticals and optoelectronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The fullerene 1,3-dioxolane is efficiently and simply prepared in high yield.
NOVELTY - A polyester imide precursor has a repeating unit comprising divalent aromatic groups and/or alicyclic groups.    USE - For organic-solvent solution, polyester imide and manufacture of polyester-imide film used in electronic device (all claimed), such as cover material of electronic circuit on flexible printed wiring board, protective film of semiconductor element and interlayer insulation film of integrated circuit, and used as base film for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polyester imide has high glass transition temperature, minimum dielectric constant, water absorption property and linear-heating coefficient of expansion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyester imide precursor has a repeating unit of formula (1)A,B=divalent aromatic groups and/or alicyclic groups, however all bonding positional relationship of divalent group has para-position.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following: (i) organic-solvent solution containing the polyester imide precursor; (ii) polyester imide having a repeating unit of formula (2); (iii) manufacture of polyester-imide film, which involves preparing organic-solvent solution of polyester-imide precursor, applying the organic-solvent solution on a substrate, drying and forming polyester-imide precursor film, carrying out heated cyclodehydration reaction or cyclization reaction of the precursor film using a dehydration ring-closure reagent; (iv) polyester-imide film obtained by the above method; and (v) electronic device containing the polyester-imide film    A,B=same as defined above.
NOVELTY - A polymer film comprises first layer (106) comprising a first fluoropolymer and having a melting point less than 135degreesC; and second layer (104) overlying the first layer and comprising a second fluoropolymer. The second layer has a melting point greater than 135degreesC.    USE - As a laminate for a manufactured article, e.g. photovoltaic cells, photosensors, or displays.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer film exhibits weatherability, non-soiling performance, mechanical toughness, moisture barrier performance, UV stability, bondability to articles, and dielectric performance. It has an optical clarity greater than 96% transmission. It is free of chlorinated fluoropolymers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates a multi-layer film.    Fluoropolymer layers (104, 106)
NOVELTY - A fibrous fullerene crystal comprises greater than or equal to80 mole% 70C fullerene, and has a diameter of less than or equal to500 nm and an aspect ratio of greater than or equal to2000.    USE - For an aggregate (claimed) useful for catalyst carriers for fuel cells, wiring materials, or micromachine shaft materials.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive fibrous fullerene crystal has high purity. It has good void ratio, which leads to capability of favorably maintaining the aggregate without specific limitation on the lower limit of the void ration. It is manufactured efficiently. It includes 70C fullerene that has fineness that is comparable to that of the fibrous 60C fullerene.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) an aggregate, comprising greater than or equal to1% by volume of the inventive fibrous fullerene crystal, and having a void ratio of less than or equal to99%; and    (B) a process for producing a fibrous fullerene crystal, comprising bringing an alcohol into contact with a solution of fullerene C70, which amounts to at least 50 mole % of its saturation solubility and which is dissolved in a solvent composed of a single phase containing greater than or equal to50 mole% pyridine to form an interface, and mixing the solution with the alcohol by means of counter diffusion.
NOVELTY - New fullerodendrimer compounds are claimed.    USE - (A) is useful in organic semiconductor devices (particularly solar panel materials, organic EL materials, photorefractive polymers, electrophotographic light-sensitive materials and film materials having environmental cleansing action).    ADVANTAGE - (A) has high solubility while retaining the function of a fullerene.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fullerodendrimer compounds (A) of formula (I), (II) or (III) are new.    X=an electron-attracting substituent;    Y=a spacer;    Z=a terminal functional group; and    n=1-3.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a thin film comprising (A);    (2) a method of manufacturing the thin film, comprising coating on a substrate of a mixture of any (I)-(III) with a solvent;    (3) a method of manufacturing the thin film (comprising (A) and an organic polymer and/or inorganic polymer) comprising coating on a substrate of a mixture of any (I)-(III), an organic polymer and/or an inorganic polymer and a solvent;    (4) a product comprising a substrate and a fullerene thin film provided on the substrate; and    (5) a method of manufacturing a product comprising substrate on which is provided a fullerene thin film, comprising providing on a substrate of the thin film comprising (A) and decomposing of at least the dendrimer constituting the fullerodendrimer by heating in a non-oxidizing atmosphere.
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (150) comprises a first backside contact solar cell (100); a second backside contact solar cell; an interconnect electrically coupling a backside of the first backside contact solar cell to a backside of the second backside contact solar cell; and a shield placed between the interconnect and the first and second backside contact solar cells, the shield comprising a material which visually blocks the interconnect.    USE - The solar cell module is used as terrestrial solar cell module in stationary applications such as on residential or commercial building rooftops.    ADVANTAGE - The interconnect shield has a three-dimensional shape to allow it to press on the backsides and to fill the gap between solar cells. This makes the interconnect shield more effective as a cell-to-cell spacer for solar cell alignment and spacing control.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a solar cell module.    Solar cell (100)    Interconnect assemblies (110)    Bus bar (120)    Solar cell module (150)
NOVELTY - A biocompatible membrane comprises a block copolymer matrix simulating a natural biological membrane and natural protein environment; and membrane proteins incorporated into the matrix to form a membrane/protein composite.    USE - In hybrid organic/inorganic power sources (claimed), in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane proteins transport a specific species across the membrane and permit passage of the species across the membrane.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a hybrid organic/inorganic power source comprising a copolymer matrix; and first and second different membrane proteins embedded in the matrix; and    (2) fabricating a biological membrane involving fabricating a block copolymer matrix; and inserting in the matrix natural or genetically engineered membrane proteins.
NOVELTY - The system comprises sensors (23,24) which respectively detect the sulfur component and saturated hydrocarbon component in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplied to fuel cell (2). The outputs of the sensors, are compared with standard outputs. When an abnormality is detected in the measured outputs, a control panel (25) outputs a control signal for stopping the supply of LPG to the fuel cell.    USE - For supplying fuel such as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas, town gas to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient supply of high-quality fuel gas to the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (2)    switching device (14)    sensors (23.24)    control panel (25)
NOVELTY - A heat exchange unit (46) arranged between a reformation unit (21) and a carbon monoxide (CO) shift unit (23) increases the temperature of a shift catalyst (23a) above its normal operating temperature, to remove sulfur poisoning from the shift catalyst so that the shift catalyst is regenerated using reformed gas generated from the reformation unit.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to regenerate the shift catalyst easily and efficiently without using unnecessary apparatuses by removing the sulfur from the shift catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reformer (20)    reformation unit (21)    CO shift unit (23)    shift catalyst (23a)    heat exchange unit (46)
NOVELTY - The system burns reformed/oxidizing gases from catalytic carbon monoxide (CO) selective oxidation unit (24), and exchanges heat between combustion gas and reformed gas supplied to CO shift unit (23). The air valves (64, 97) are controlled to supply oxidizing gas to warming-up unit (86) of CO shift unit (23) and the unit (24) during starting, at a ratio preset by considering active temperature range of shift and selective oxidation catalysts.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst is heated to active temperature range for a short time without making durability of the catalyst in a carbon monoxide shift-reaction unit reduce, and the starting time of a reformed is shorted. Therefore, the average electric power generation efficiently at the time of driving is raised.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    CO shift unit (23)    CO selective oxidation unit (24)    air valves (64,97)    warming-up unit (86)
NOVELTY - The method involves adding hydroxide of an alkali metal and/or alkaline-earth metal to a silicon-containing waste water.    USE - For recovery of inorganic foam and hydrogen from waste water. Hydrogen is used as fuel for motor vehicle and raw material of fuel cell. Inorganic foam is used for flame-retardant heat insulating material and flame-retardant laminate (both claimed) used for building material and furniture.    ADVANTAGE - Processing method of silicon-containing waste water is performed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) flame-retardant heat insulating material; and    (2) flame-retardant laminate.
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains a compound (A) (1) having structure which has a quaternary nitrogen atom in spiro atom, as a solute.    USE - For dye-sensitized solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The dye-sensitized solar cell using the non-aqueous electrolyte has excellent energy conversion efficiency, electric current voltage characteristics and high safety. The solar cell has excellent stability with respect to sunlight for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains a compound (A) of formula (1) having structure which has a quaternary nitrogen atom in spiro atom, as a solute.    Z,Z'=2-5C alkylene group optionally substituted with 1-5C hydrocarbon, amino, nitro, cyano, carboxyl, aldehyde, halogen, arylene or alkenylene group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye-sensitized solar cell using the non-aqueous electrolyte.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator (1) has hydrogen storage unit with hydrogen storage stick, hydrogen desorption unit, and electronic control unit. The hydrogen storage stick is also claimed.    USE - For generating hydrogen for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator is economical and efficiently generates hydrogen without discharging toxic components. Repeated usage of hydrogen storage stick is enabled. Hydrogen dissolution concentration is maintained for long period of time even when the solution is mixed with impurities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator has hydrogen storage unit with hydrogen storage stick obtained by solidifying paste of hydrogen occlusion alloy powder (2) by a polymeric material, hydrogen desorption unit for storing the hydrogen storage stick and discharging hydrogen by multistep partial heating of the hydrogen storage stick for long period of time and electronic control unit for controlling the multistep partial heating by a microcomputer control portion (8). The hydrogen storage stick is also claimed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the external view of the hydrogen storage stick and hydrogen generator.    hydrogen generator (1)    hydrogen occlusion alloy (2)    core (3)    stick case (5)    microcomputer control portion (8)
NOVELTY - A high-barrier sheet has a planarization layer (I) (2) laminated on the surface(s) of a synthetic resin-made base film (1), a gas barrier layer (3) laminated on the outer surface of layer (2), and a planarization layer (II) (4) laminated on the outer surface of layer (3). The base film has linear expansion coefficient of 20 ppm/degreesC less.    USE - For packaging material of foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals, and as constituent material of organic electroluminescent, organic thin film solar cell, organic transistor and liquid crystal display.    ADVANTAGE - The high-barrier sheet has excellent barrier property with respect to oxygen and water vapor, improved durability, weather resistance, transparency, thermal dimensional stability, heat resistance and flexibility, without defects such as pinhole, crack and crystal grain boundary.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the typical sectional drawing of high-barrier sheet.    base film (1)    planarization layers (I,II) (2,4)    gas barrier layer (3)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has polycrystalline silicon (K1) with surface shapes (P131-P136) for each of the crystal grains (G6,G11,G13). The surface shapes of each crystal grain in the light incidence surface of the silicon are divided into two or more regions by anisotropic etching.    USE - Crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a solar cell with favorable conversion efficiency and minimized surface non-uniformity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a crystalline silicon solar cell.    Crystal grain boundary (B)    Crystal grains (G6,G11,G13)    Polycrystalline silicon (K1)    Surface shapes (P131-P136)
NOVELTY - An organic solar cell has the laminate of n-type semiconductor containing organic semiconductor, p-type semiconductor, an anode material (12) and a cathode material (15) laminated on a substrate (11). The anode material has an amorphous carbon film terminated by electron withdrawing group.    USE - As organic solar cell used for photoelectric conversion.    ADVANTAGE - The organic solar cell has high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of organic solar cell, which involves forming amorphous carbon film as anode material by plasma chemical vapor deposition method using source gas containing hydrocarbon and hydrogen on a substrate and performing plasma processing of the amorphous carbon film using gas containing oxygen, halogen or halogen compound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the organic solar cell.    Insulator substrate (11)    Anode material (12)    p-type Organic semiconductor layer (13)    n-type Organic semiconductor layer (14)    Cathode material (15)
NOVELTY - A strip shaped sheet roll (101) wound around a roller (102) is plastically deformed by a plastic deformation formation jig (105) for increasing the flatness retention strength after being processed in the plasma chamber.    USE - For depositing semiconductor film of i-type conductivity on strip shaped sheet roll made of resin e.g. polyimide and stainless steel and alloy of aluminum used for manufacturing pin type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes the deposited film during the plasma discharge by preventing the deformation of the sheet roll while passing through the processing chamber to improve the uniformity of the film thickness .    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for deposition film formation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model of deposition film formation apparatus.    Strip shaped roll (101)    Bobbin (102)    Roller (103)    Plastic deformation (104)    Plastic deformation formation jig (105)
NOVELTY - The antireflective silicon nitride film is formed at the light receiving surface side of crystalline silicon substrate, using high density plasma chemical vapor deposition process. The formed silicon nitride film is heated in hydrogen atmosphere in heating chamber (304).    USE - For manufacturing solar cell used as a power supply in electronic device such as wrist watch and calculator.    ADVANTAGE - Allows formation of hydrogen passivation effect silicon nitride film used as an antireflective film of solar cell without reducing the productivity and raising the temperature of plasma chemical vapor deposition apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) antireflective film forming apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the antireflective film forming apparatus.    Antireflective film forming apparatus (301)    Chamber (302)    Surface wave excitation plasma CVD apparatus (303)    Heating chamber (304)    Conveyance chamber (305)
NOVELTY - An optoelectric transducer consists of a transparent electrode, a semiconductor electrode, a counter electrode and an electrolyte liquid. A photosensitizer compound (1) is adsorbed to the semiconductor electrode.    USE - For sensors or dye sensitizing-type optoelectric chemical solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The optoelectric transducer is produced inexpensively and simply, and has high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optoelectric transducer consists of a transparent electrode, a semiconductor electrode, a counter electrode and an electrolyte liquid. A photosensitizer compound of formula (1) is adsorbed to the semiconductor electrode.    R1,R2=H, alkyl, (un)substituted aryl, alkoxy alkyl or aralkyl;    R3,R4=alkyl;    A=bivalent atom group which forms a conjugated system with the adjoining atom group;    W,X=H, alkyl or halogen atom;    L=thiophene or furan ring;    n=0-5;and    m=0-2.    R3 and R4 are connected together to form a ring.
NOVELTY - A primary water supply piping (a) supplies water from a water recovery equipment (5) to a flush tank (7) of a water treatment apparatus (6). A secondary water supply piping (b) supplies water from a purification plant to a hydrogen generation apparatus (1) and fuel cell (3). A connection tool (14a-14d) detachedly connects the water supply pipings to the water treatment apparatus and hydrogen generation apparatus, respectively    USE - Fuel cell power generation device.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents obstruction of the flow path, by suppressing putrefaction of the water due to regularly changing of the connection of the pipings. Enables maintaining electric power generation function for long time period.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell power generation device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generation apparatus (1)    fuel cell (3)    water recovery equipment (5)    water treatment apparatus (6)    flush tank (7)    connection tool (14a-14d)    primary water supply pipings (a)    secondary water supply pipings (b)
NOVELTY - The oxide-film structure (10) has a porous membrane (2) containing metal oxide and having concave portion, provided on a substrate (1). The concave portion is in the shape of several corpuscles arranged continuously in rows.    USE - For manufacture of electrode membrane used for dye sensitizing solar cell (claimed), and secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The oxide-film structure has excellent heat resistance, and high surface area with respect to the porous membrane. The dye sensitizing solar cell having the oxide-film structure has high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) dye sensitizing solar cell; and    (b) manufacture of the oxide-film structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the oxide-film structure.    substrate (1)    transparent electroconductive film (1a)    glass plate (1b)    porous membrane (2)    oxide-film structure (10)
NOVELTY - Structure comprises a porous membrane (2) having metal oxide such as titanium oxide formed on a board (1). The porous membrane has many cylindrical concave sections (3) whose internal diameter is 10-200 nm and depth is 10 microns.    USE - For dye sensitizing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Increases essential surface area of oxide film with high photoelectric conversion efficiency. Enables to obtain an oxide film structure with uniform shape.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) dye sensitizing solar cell; and    (b) manufacturing method of concave shape oxide film structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the concave shape oxide film structure.    board (1)    transparent electroconductive film (1a)    glass plate (1b)    porous membrane (2)    concave section (3)
NOVELTY - Convex-shaped oxide-film structure has several porous columnar components (2) consisting of metal oxide, provided on a substrate (1).    USE - As working electrode for dye-sensitizing solar cell (claimed), fuel cell and secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The convex-shaped oxide-film structure has uniform and controlled three-dimensional shape, and favorable surface area. The solar cell having the oxide-film structure had high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) dye sensitizing solar cell; and    (b) manufacture of convex-shaped oxide-film structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the convex-shaped oxide-film structure.    substrate (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (1a)    glass plate (1b)    columnar components (2)    base (3)
NOVELTY - The flexible hose (1) has a hose main portion consisting of a soft material, a reinforced material (3) consisting of a hard material, and an inner surface layer (2). The inner surface layer contains a resin material having styrene-isobutylene-styrene tri-block copolymer as a main component.    USE - For fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible hose has excellent heat stability, gas barrier property, steam permeability and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The inner surface layer further contains polyphenylene ether resin.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a notch side view of the flexible hose.    flexible hose (1)    inner surface layer (2)    reinforced component (3)    heat insulating layer (4)    outer surface layer (5)
NOVELTY - A metal oxide film (3) consists of metal oxide microparticles formed on a base material (1). The metal oxide microparticles consist of primary particle with particle size of 1-100 nm and secondary particle having particle size of 500 nm-5 microns.    USE - For electrode used for dye sensitizing solar cell and electrochromic device.    ADVANTAGE - The metal oxide film has favorable electroconductivity and specific surface area. The film has reduced grain boundary resistance, and has high safety and improved productivity. The dye sensitizing solar cell utilizing the film, has high photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of metal oxide film, which involves applying mixture containing additive(s) added to sol dispersed with metal oxide microparticles, on the base material, and heat-processing the formed film. The additive is polyether.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the lamination of film on base material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    base material (1)    transparent conductive layer (2)    metal oxide film (3)
NOVELTY - A proton exchange film is obtained using a composition containing (in mass%) perfluoro carbon polymer (50-99.98) having an ion exchange group, and polyimide and/or polyamidoimide (0.01-50).    USE - For membrane-electrode assembly of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (both claimed) used as power supply for motor vehicle, domestic cogeneration system and portable generator.    ADVANTAGE - The proton exchange film has excellent dimensional stability even in dryness-and-moisture change conditions, chemical stability, heat resisting property and high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) membrane-electrode assembly; and    (2) polymer electrolyte fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus selectively removes carbon monoxide in reformed gas comprising hydrogen as a main component, by reaction of reformed gas and oxygen gas obtained from electrolysis unit, with selective-oxidation catalyst.    USE - In electric-power generating apparatus for portable devices, motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables suppressing the fluctuation of oxygen flow rate by pressure fluctuation of reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (1)    selective-oxidation unit (3)    electrolysis unit (6)    fuel cell (8)    vapor-liquid separation unit (41)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a nanoparticle material and use, where the nanoparticles provided by the invention are intermetallic particles with grain size of 1-100 nm and the preferred grain size of the nanogranular material 10-50 nm. The nanogranular material can be applied to the field of hydrogen storing technology.
NOVELTY - A thiol group is introduced at the surface of a support, which is supported by a metal atom, to obtain a catalyst.    USE - For manufacture of catalyst used for catalyst electrode of fuel cell, composite electrode of capacitor and secondary battery, organic synthesis and environmental purification.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides catalyst having high dispersion state. Aggregation of metal microparticles to the catalyst support is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for catalyst produced by the method.
NOVELTY - The electrode-wire material (1) has a core material (2), and a melting solder plating layer (3A,3B) laminated on the surface of core material. The core material has volume resistivity of 2.3 muomega.cm or less and resistance of 19.6-85 MPa.    USE - As lead wire for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode-wire material has excellent electroconductivity, electric power-generation efficiency, and does not produce crack in the semiconductor substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the single layer electrode-wire material.    electrode-wire material (1)    core material (2)    melting solder plating layers (3A, 3B)
NOVELTY - The transparent gas barrier multilayer film has a resin layer containing acrylic resin having lactone ring, and an inorganic metal compound layer, on at least one side of the polymer film.    USE - As substrate of electronic paper, liquid crystal display, touch panel, organic light emitting diode, film-like solar cell and electronic tag.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent gas barrier multilayer film has high transparency and excellent water vapor barrier property.
NOVELTY - Formulation of ink comprising copper-rich particles and solid gallium-indium (Ga-In) particles involves carrying out formulation at a temperature so that no liquid phase is present within the solid gallium-indium particles.    USE - For formulating ink used for forming layer e.g. absorber layer used for fabricating solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Ink using low melting elements and without compositional non-uniformity is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the emulsion of the melt particles.    liquid (60)    nanoparticles (61)    emulsion (65)    container (66)
NOVELTY - A plasma fuel reformer (10) has first and second electrodes spaced apart from one another to define electrode gap (50); fuel injector; and one-piece body (72) defining air passageway (88, 90) and injector channel (70) in which a portion of the fuel injector is positioned.    USE - Used to reform hydrocarbon fuel into reformate gas such as hydrogen-rich gas.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is provided with one-piece body, which eliminates the need to use multiple components to mount fuel injector and provide air passageways.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a sectional view of the plasma fuel reformer.    Plasma fuel reformer (10)    Plasma generator (12)    Electrode assembly (24)    Electrical insulator (30)    Electrode gap (50)    Injector channel (70)    One-piece body (72)    Air passageway (88, 90)
NOVELTY - Catalyst particles comprises noble metal (2) provided on portion(s) of the surface of a basal component element (1) containing microparticles having a primary particle diameter of nanometer order and/or its solid solution. The solid solution is formed using a heterogeneous element, which chemisorbs the noble metal.    USE - Used for the purification of exhaust gas such as waste gas containing hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide (NOx) from motor vehicles, fuel cells, and environmental purification.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst particles have good catalytic activity, purification ability, heat resistance and durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a catalyst particle.    basal component element (1)    noble metal (2)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (1) comprises n-type semiconductor layer (15) provided between p-type semiconductor layer (13) and an electrode layer (16). The p-type semiconductor layer comprises Ib, IIIb, VIb group elements and zinc whose concentration increases towards n-type semiconductor layer. The electron affinities of p and n-type semiconductor layers satisfy specific relation.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables improving the conversion efficiency of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell.    solar cell (1)    electrode layers (12,16)    p-type semiconductor layer (13)    n-type semiconductor layer (15)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell water treatment apparatus comprises an electric deionization apparatus (4) having a fluorine absorption and removal unit (70,72,74) in front. The electric deionization apparatus carries out deionization processing of recycle water recovered from a fuel cell.    USE - For performing water treatment of wastewater from fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell and phosphoric acid type fuel used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell water treatment apparatus has excellent fluorine absorption and removal ability, and stably and economically processes wastewater from the fuel cell for long period of time. The ion exchanger of electric deionization apparatus of the fuel cell water treatment apparatus has excellent durability. Contamination of the electric deionization apparatus is prevented stably for long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the removal of fluorine absorption resin and metal absorption resin in the fuel cell water treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric deionization apparatus (4)    decarboxylation unit (30)    fluorine absorption and removal units (70,72,74)    metal absorption and removal units (80,82)
NOVELTY - N-type scrap silicon lump containing only specific impurity element is prepared alternatively. The scrap silicon lump is crushed and fed to a vacuum vessel. The supplied silicon is irradiated with electron beam, and melted. The impurity element is evaporated, and the molten silicon is solidified. Thus, refinement of scrap silicon is enabled.    USE - For refining scrap silicon used for manufacturing silicon products such as silicon wafer used for semiconductor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon of high purity is efficiently obtained from scrap silicon in short duration. The refinement operation is continuously performed, and silicon is efficiently refined.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The impurity element is phosphorus, arsenic and/or antimony.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart of refinement method of the scrap silicon. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A raw material supply unit (2) is installed inside a vacuum chamber (1), for supplying the granular scrap silicon material to a hearth (4) through a shooter (3). The hearth melts the granular scrap silicon material by electron beam radiation and supplies the melted silicon material to a crucible (6) inside the vacuum chamber.    USE - For refining scrap silicon using electron beam in manufacture of silicon wafer and other semiconductor material for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Large amount of the granular scrap silicon material can be efficiently supplied to the hearth, hence productive efficiency of the high purity silicon material is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the scrap silicon refinement apparatus.    vacuum chamber (1)    raw material supply unit (2)    shooter (3)    hearth (4)    electron gun (7)    crucible (6)    separator (8)
NOVELTY - A fuel modifier (8) produces reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon dioxide by reforming a hydrocarbon group fuel by modification reaction using a modification catalyst. The fuel modifier has a hydrogen-carbon dioxide separation film layer (11) for separating hydrogen and carbon dioxide alternately arranged from a modification reaction layer (10).    USE - Used for a fuel reforming system (claimed) used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel modifier has a simple structure, and separates hydrogen with improved production efficiency. The fuel reforming system produces anode gas with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen-carbon dioxide separation film layer has hydrogen transport promotion material, carbon dioxide transport promotion material and/or molecular sieve material.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel reforming system (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a fuel reforming system.    fuel reforming system (1)    modifier (8)    modification reaction layer (10)    hydrogen-carbon dioxide separation film layer (11)    fuel cell (13)
NOVELTY - The extrusion molded p and n type materials are inserted into the holes of the jig and accommodated in a contained filled with resin. The periphery of the extrusion molded materials is hardened by resin. The resin solid substance is cut by predetermined interval to perpendicular direction with respect to extrusion molded material to obtain plate shaped solid material.    USE - For manufacturing thermoelement used by thermoelectric generation using thermoelectric refrigeration.    ADVANTAGE - Excels in mass production property and increases handleability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining thermoelement manufacturing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The fiber reinforced pressure vessel has peeling suppression material layer provided between metal liner and winding layer. Cured resin contained in the peeling suppression material layer has 10-200% of elongation at the time of tension maximum load in 23degreesC. The cured resin has tensile strength of 0.1-50 MPa in 23degreesC.    USE - For compressed gas filling such as compressed air for fuel container for vehicles, fuel container for fuel cells, medical applications, fire fighting component and leisure component.    ADVANTAGE - Peeling of the winding layer of the vessel is suppressed effectively and energy absorption capability of the container is improved. The vessel has excellent reinforcement effect and burst strength. Peeling of the cured resin impregnation reinforced fiber is suppressed. The vessel is produced inexpensively within short time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fiber reinforced pressure vessel has a metal liner, winding layer of cured resin impregnation reinforced fiber formed on the liner and a peeling suppression material layer containing cured resin for suppressing peeling of the winding layer. The peeling suppression material layer is provided between the metal liner and winding layer. The cured resin contained in the peeling suppression material layer has 10-200% of elongation at the time of tension maximum load in 23degreesC. The cured resin has tensile strength of 0.1-50 MPa in 23degreesC. The peeling suppression material layer contains fillers.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fiber reinforced pressure vessel.
NOVELTY - Modification reaction of fuel in motor vehicle is carried out using low temperature plasma to obtain reformed gas.    USE - For manufacturing reformed gas such as hydrogen gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The motor vehicle fuel is reformed efficiently even at normal temperature using a simple apparatus. Since the heat used for reaction is unnecessary, the energy loss is prevented. Since the use of heater and its control apparatus is eliminated, the weight and size of the reformation apparatus are reduced. Since an expensive noble metal catalyst is not used, the fuel modification is carried out economically. Since the excitation energy is controllable by adjusting the voltage value or electric current value, the amount of reformed gas produced is not controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) reformed gas manufacturing apparatus; and    (2) method to adjust electric power supplied to low temperature plasma reactor and control modification reaction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the continuous reformed gas manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The hydrogen permeable film has a crystal structure consisting of a metal crystal (30) containing hydrogen permeability metal, and a substrate layer on one portion of crystal grain boundary in the crystal structure. The substrate layer has low hardness metal (32) whose hardness is lower than the metal which comprises the crystal. The hydrogen permeable film permeates hydrogen alternatively.    USE - For fuel cell and hydrogen extraction apparatus (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen permeable film has high durability and excellent hydrogen permeability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen permeability metal is group 5 metal. The hydrogen permeable film further has a coating layer containing palladium on surface(s) of the substrate layer. The hydrogen permeability metal is preferably palladium. The low hardness metal contains silver or aluminum. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen permeable film;    (2) fuel cell; and    (3) hydrogen extraction apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of substrate layer.    crystal (30)    low hardness metal (32)
NOVELTY - Chalcopyrite type solar cell is irradiated with light having maximum peak in 480 nm wavelength region. The output of the chalcopyrite type solar cell is measured, while irradiating solar cell with light.    USE - For evaluating characteristics of chalcopyrite type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cell shows high output value immediately after start of output measurement, the output characteristics is evaluated accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the chalcopyrite type solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cell glass substrate (10)    electrodes (16,20)    optical absorption layer (18)    buffer layer (22)    high resist layer (24)
NOVELTY - The electrode substrate (1) has metal film (10) having an opening provided on a transparent base material (2), a transparent resin film (5) provided on the opening and transparent electroconductive film (6) provided on the metal film and/or transparent resin film.    USE - For solar cell such as dye sensitized solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrode substrate has high transparency and low resistance, and provides solar cell with improved durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal film is formed from metal and/or metal oxide. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell;    (2) dye sensitized solar cell; and    (3) manufacture of electrode substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the electrode substrate.    electrode substrate (1)    base material (2)    resin film (5)    electroconductive film (6)    metal film (10)
NOVELTY - The transparent electrically conductive film material, gel type titanium oxide containing titanium oxide and solvent, and sensitizing dye liquid containing sensitizing dye and a solvent are applied on both surfaces of a glass substrate (1) by dip coating process.    USE - For manufacture of double sided light active electrode for dye sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces manufacturing cost by performing double sided light active electrode by simple dip coating process and exhibits high conversion efficiency by producing two layer type dye sensitized solar cell containing double sided light active electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for dye sensitized solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the outline structure of the two layer type dye sensitized solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    glass substrate (1)    transparent electrically conductive film (2)    titanium oxide porous film (3)    sensitizing dye layer (4)    electrolysis layer (5)    light active electrode (8)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen gas detection agent contains 1 mM or more hypochlorous acid ion, and an aqueous solution of redox indicator having color change potential of 0.89 V or less at pH of 9.    USE - For hydrogen gas detector (claimed) used for detecting hydrogen leakage from pipings such as fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas detection agent enables effective and easy detection of hydrogen in wide area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen gas detector (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows hydrogen gas detector.    hydrogen gas detector (1)    porous material (2)    electrode (3)    potentiometer (4)
NOVELTY - The glass plate (1) has a glass modification layer (2) having a refractive index higher than the refractive index of a glass plate (3). The glass modification layer is formed by modifying the main surface of the glass base by the diffusion of metal component containing tin or iron.    USE - For manufacture of low reflection transparent electroconductive substrate for optoelectric transducer in solar cell, and for manufacture of low reflection clear glass board used as window glass of building and motor vehicle, glass substrate for display device and cover glass for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables manufacture of glass plate consisting of glass modification layer in single process, and thereby reduces manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) glass plate manufacturing method;    (b) low reflection clear glass board;    (c) low reflection transparent electroconductive substrate;    (d) low reflection transparent electroconductive substrate manufacturing method; and    (e) optoelectric transducer using low reflection transparent electroconductive substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional conceptual diagram of the low reflection transparent electroconductive substrate.    glass plate (1)    glass modification layer (2)    glass base (3)    low reflection film (4)    transparent electrically conductive film (6)
NOVELTY - The material has concentric cylindrical shape fibers (52-54) with cavity layers (55,56) of thickness 10 nm between them.    USE - For hydrogen storage apparatus, fuel cell mounted on on-site electric power generating apparatus, motor vehicle, mobile phone and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - A carbon with outstanding gas occlusion ability is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for carbon material manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the carbon material.    carbon material (51)    carbon fibers (52-54)    cavity layers (55,56)    thickness of carbon fiber (A)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic apparatus has carbon nanotube distributed on an electroconductive substance such as aluminum plate or foil. Silicone rubber or plastic material is further laminated on the electroconductive substance.    USE - Photovoltaic apparatus used for solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - By utilizing carbon nanotube, the photovoltaic apparatus exhibits improved performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the photovoltaic apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Formation of a crystalline silicon layer on a face of a substrate, the face being microrough, involves providing the substrate; reducing the microroughness of the face; and performing a metal induced crystallization process on the face.    USE - For forming a crystalline silicon layer on a face of a substrate for use in the preparation of a semiconductor device. It is useful in manufacture of solar cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method produces crystalline silicon layer good enough to produce silicon solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) a substrate for use in the preparation of a semiconductor device, comprising a substrate with a buried microrough surface; microflattening layer on the microrough surface; and seed layer; and    (b) solar cell including the above substrate.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses an electrolyte of dye sensitized nanocrystal solar energy cell and its making method which consists of, using polyethylene glycol as supporting medium, charging right amount of purified amino-benzene, carrying out reaction under predetermined reaction condition, charging right amount of oxidation reduction pair composed of inorganic salt electrolyte, reacting and purifying 24 hours at 100 deg. C.
NOVELTY - An anode structure (1) comprises a first region (3) comprising electrocatalyst(s), and a second region (4) comprising electrocatalyst(s), where the first region is better at promoting the electrochemical oxidation of carbon monoxide than the second region.    USE - The invention is used for a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention is tolerant to even higher levels of carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide, or has similar carbon monoxide tolerance at lower electrocatalyst loadings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An anode structure comprising a fuel inlet (6) and a fuel outlet (7), comprises a first region comprising electrocatalyst(s), where the first region will be adjacent to the fuel inlet when the anode structure is incorporated into a fuel cell, a second region comprising electrocatalyst(s), where the second region will be adjacent to the fuel outlet when the anode structure is incorporated into a fuel cell, where the first region is better at promoting the electrochemical oxidation of carbon monoxide than the second region. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a membrane electrode assembly comprising an anode structure;    (2) a fuel cell having a fuel inlet and a fuel outlet, comprising an anode structure and the anode structure comprises a first region comprising electrocatalysts, where the first region is adjacent to the fuel inlet, a second region comprising electrocatalysts, wherein the second region is adjacent to the fuel outlet, where the first region is better at promoting the electrochemical oxidation of carbon monoxide than the second region; and    (3) a method of using a fuel cell, where reformate gas is supplied to the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-section of the fuel cell.    Anode structure (1)    First region (3)    Second region (4)    Fuel inlet (6)    Fuel outlet (7)
NOVELTY - An electrode catalyst comprises a ruthenium-rhodium alloy. The catalyst is supported by at least one carrier selected from porous carbon, conductive polymers and metal oxides. The alloy comprises ruthenium and rhodium, each in an amount of 10 - 90 mol%.    USE - As cathode catalyst for fuel cells comprising the membrane electrode assembly (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ruthenium-rhodium alloy has good oxygen reduction activity and shows excellent methanol resistance compared to conventional platinum and platinum-based alloy catalyst. Therefore, the ruthenium-rhodium alloy catalyst prevents poisoning of cathode catalyst caused by methanol crossover phenomenon and overcomes the limitation in concentration of material for anodic oxidation, and thus can be used as high-quality and high-efficiency electrode catalyst having improved catalytic availability and stability. The catalyst uses inexpensive raw materials compared to platinum, and thus is cost efficient and increases quality and efficiency of fuel cells while saving the cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the followings:    (1) a membrane electrode assembly (MEA) for fuel cell comprising first and second electrode having first and second catalyst layers and an electrolyte membrane interposed between the electrodes, where first and/or second catalyst layer comprises the electrode catalyst;    (2) a method for preparing the electrode catalyst for fuel cells.
NOVELTY - The photoelectrochemical cell (1) comprises a carbon electrode (5) and photoelectrode (6) arranged in ionic liquid (2) containing mediation chemical species such that oxidant and reductant exhibit different bonding force to carbon dioxide. The oxidant or reductant exhibiting higher bonding force conveys the carbon dioxide to one of the electrodes.    USE - For separating carbon dioxide from waste gas ejected from thermal power station.    ADVANTAGE - The power consumption is reduced and the carbon dioxide is separated effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the photoelectrochemical cell.    Photoelectrochemical cell (1)    Ionic liquid (2)    Electrolyte container (3)    Diaphragm (4)    Carbon electrode (5)    Photoelectrode (6)    Carbon dioxide capturing chamber (7)    Carbon dioxide releasing chamber (8)
NOVELTY - Growing silicon layer comprises dipping multicrystalline silicon substrate (28) in a solution (24) comprising silicon, and lowering the temperature of the solution to grow a silicon layer on substrate, where the temperature is monotonic decreasing and the temperature drop rate of the solution during dipping the substrate in the solution is decreased with time.    USE - For growing silicon layer used in production of solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method can give a thick layer while suppressing the degree of roughening, thus providing a multicrystalline-silicon solar cell having large current and high fill factor (FF) at a low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view of a silicon layer growth apparatus.    Growth furnace (21)    Solution (24)    Gate valve (25)    Loading chamber (26)    Substrate (28)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen is detected by exposing a gaseous material to activating radiation, and measuring a change in humidity of the gaseous material following the radiation exposure to an amount of hydrogen in the gaseous material.    USE - For detecting hydrogen used in fuel cells, automobiles, and any location in which hydrogen is supplied.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can be readily adapted to the practical applications for using hydrogen. It is scalable for various applications, yet provides fast, reliable, and accurate results. It can quickly, accurately, and reliably determine hydrogen levels in air. It provides effective detection of hydrogen without the long delay and complex components of the prior art.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for detecting hydrogen comprising a container for retaining a gaseous sample, a radiation source coupled to the container, a device for measuring humidity of the sample within the container, and processing mechanism for receiving the humidity measurement to measure hydrogen in the sample.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a hydrogen-detecting device.    Container (102)    Lamp (108)    Hygrometer probe (112)
NOVELTY - A metal composite oxide comprises a new crystal structure having a space group of Fd-3m (no. 227), a unit cell parameter of 17 plus minus 1 Angstrom, and crystallographic positions in a unit cell occupied by cations with site occupancies as given in specification.    USE - Used as an ionic conductor used in an electrochemical device, e.g. oxygen probe, fuel cell, chemical membrane reactor, oxygen separation membrane, oxygen pump, hydrogen separation membrane, hydrogen pump, hydrogen gas sensor, steam sensor, hydrocarbon sensor, hydrogen extraction, hydrogen pressure controller, isotope enrichment, tritium technology, steam electrolysis, hydrogen sulfide electrolysis, hydrogen chloride electrolysis, hydrogenation of hydrocarbon, dehydrogenation, ammonia formation, electrochemical cell, electrochromic device, gas sensor and nitrogen oxide trap (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The metal composite oxide exhibits improved oxygen ion conductivity. Thousands of derivatives can be synthesized and prepared from the new crystal structure, which results in the rapid development of relevant technologies. The metal ions in the metal composite oxide have new metal defect type, which is distinguished from any known disordered or ordered defect type. Thus due to ordering of metal defect site, the ion channel for easy movement of ions is automatically induced so that the metal composite oxide can function as ionic conductor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an ionic conductor forming an ion channel by the ordering of metal defects in a unit cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a unit cell structure of a barium-tungsten oxide (Ba11W4O23).
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage system has hydrogen storage medium that generates heat via exothermic reaction; and thermoelectric device in heat exchange relationship with the hydrogen storage medium and that generates an electric current using the generated heat via the exothermic reaction.    USE - Used in power plant systems, preferably in fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables electrical energy to be produced from thermal energy that would be otherwise be wasted in traditional fuel cell systems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating electrical current in hydrogen storage system comprising:    (a) conducting an exothermic reaction in a hydrogen storage medium;    (b) transferring heat generated by the exothermic reaction to a first side of a thermoelectric device; and    (c) converting heat to electrical current using the thermoelectric device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a fuel cell system that includes the thermoelectric device.
NOVELTY - Fuel supply unit has compartments (254, 256). The compartment (254) contains a precursor reagent (A). The compartment (256) contains a precursor reagent (B). The contents of the compartments (254, 256) are miscible to produce fuel for fuel cell.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed), e.g. lithium ion battery used as power supply for electronic devices, such as mobile telephone, calculator, personal digital assistant, laptop computer, and power tool.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel supply unit enables in-situ production of fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) manufacture of fuel, which involves providing fuel supply unit containing precursor reagents (A,B) separate from each other, contacting and reacting reagents (A,B), and producing fuel; and    (b) fuel cell system, which has the fuel cell unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of fuel cartridge.    fuel cartridge (210)    compartments (254,256)    connecting column (258,260)    mixing chamber (262)
NOVELTY - A self-contained power generator comprises a fuel source; an oxygen-based compound capable of releasing oxygen; an engine capable of generating power by reacting the fuel with the oxygen, the reaction producing an exhaust product; and an exhaust product absorbent.    USE - The generator is for use as power source useful in drilling, well completion, or servicing operation. It generates mechanical power, electrical power, and/or heat. Also for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive generator is capable of operating at a confined environment. It is safe, efficient, and self-contained power source. It avoids the need to use oxygen gas as an oxidizer and does not require venting of exhaust gas. It is capable of providing relatively large amount of power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a fuel cell, comprising an anode; a source of hydrogen in fluid contact with the anode; a cathode; an oxygen-based compound capable of releasing oxygen into contact with the cathode; and a circuit electrically connecting the anode to the cathode; and    (B) a method for generating power, comprising providing an engine, a fuel source, and oxygen from an oxygen source; reacting the fuel with the oxygen in an engine so as to generate power, where the reaction produces an exhaust product; and absorbing the exhaust product in an exhaust product absorbent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the components of self-contained generator constructed according to the invention.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell stack (10) comprises a bipolar plate (14), a gas diffusion layer (20) and a proton exchange membrane (22), where the bipolar plate comprises spaced apart chains (46) of polarizable particles made polarized and aligned into chains by an electric field.    USE - The fuel cell stack is used as power source.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell stack is efficient and allows coated carbon particles, or other suitable particles or fibers, to align inside a thin sheet of liquefied proton conduction membrane and then cured to serve as flow paths for the electrons. Electrons flow through the carbon chains to or from the surface of the membrane. Protons flow through the pure membrane, but not through the carbon chains.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a fuel cell stack comprising:    (1) providing a bipolar plate;    (2) providing a gas diffusion layer;    (3) providing a proton exchange membrane; and    (4) causing polarizable particles located inside the bipolar plate or the proton exchange membrane to align in spaced apart chains through application of an electric field.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Bipolar plate (14)    Cathode layer (16)    Anode layer (18)    Gas diffusion layer (20)    Proton exchange membrane (22)    Chains (46)
NOVELTY - The porous absorbed liquid holding component has pressure loss of 800 Pa or less when gas with flow rate of 1 m/second per thickness of 10 mm is passed through the surrounding of the holes of the porous sintered compact having structure formed by sintering metal powder.    USE - Used as alcohol absorption holding component (claimed) and for collecting liquid in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The porous absorbed liquid holding component has excellent absorptive power with respect to liquids such as alcohol and water, and excellent air permeability at the time of liquid maintenance. The porous component has structure which can emit liquid smoothly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for alcohol absorption holding component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the pressure loss evaluation test. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The desulfurizing agent contains a compound containing zinc ferrite, silica, molybdenum compound, tungsten compound and titanium dioxide. The molybdenum compound is molybdenum sulfide and/or molybdenum oxide. The tungsten compound is tungsten sulfide.    USE - For desulfurization of sulfur-containing compound used in formation of high purity hydrogen (both claimed) for fuel cells such as phosphoric-acid type fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell and polymer electrolyte fuel cell used as power source of motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Highly efficient desulfurizing agent that effectively removes sulfur content from sulfur-containing compound (such as dimethyl sulfide, hydrogen sulfide and thiophene), is provided economically. Removal of sulfur from sulfur-containing compound is carried out in short period of time. High purity hydrogen and high degree sulfurized hydrogen are formed easily and economically using the desulfurizing agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The desulfurizing agent contains a compound containing zinc-ferrite (ZnFe2O4), silica, molybdenum compound, tungsten compound and titanium dioxide, represented by formula: ZnFe2O4/silica/molybdenum compound/tungsten compound/titanium dioxide. The molybdenum compound is molybdenum sulfide (MoS2) and/or molybdenum oxide (MoO3). The tungsten compound is tungsten disulfide (WS2). INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of desulfurizing agent;    (2) desulfurization of sulfur-containing compound using desulfurization agent; and    (3) manufacture of high purity hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the desulfurizing playback characteristics of desulfurizing agent by relationship between time, dimethyl disulfide concentration (in ppb) and hydrogen-sulfide concentration (in ppb). (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The selective permeation material is a laminate of porous alumina layer (3) having thickness of 5 microns or more and selective hydrogen permeation layer (2) having thickness of 5 microns or less. The hydrogen permeation layer is formed by plating in supercritical carbon dioxide.    USE - For isolation of hydrogen gas used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The selective permeation material has high hydrogen gas separation property. The selective permeation layer in the material is formed without pinhole.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of selective permeation material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows manufacturing process of selective permeation material.    aluminum sheet (1)    selective hydrogen permeation layer (2)    porous alumina layer (3)    substance permeable support (4)
NOVELTY - A dye sensitizing solar cell (10) is obtained by laminating a transparent conductive layer (2), a barrier layer (3), a porous metal-oxide layer (4) which absorbed pigment (5), a hole transport layer (6) and a counter electrode, in order on a base material (1). The barrier layer contains specific metal oxide(s).    USE - For electrochromic device.    ADVANTAGE - The dye sensitizing solar cell has high photoelectric conversion efficiency, without generation of reverse direction electric current by short circuit, and with reduced oxidation of metal.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dye sensitizing solar cell (10) is obtained by laminating a transparent conductive layer (2), a barrier layer (3), a porous metal-oxide layer (4) which absorbed pigment (5), a hole transport layer (6) and a counter electrode, in order on a base material (1). The barrier layer contains one or more metal oxide of formula: MO_X.    M=metallic element;and    X=greater than 0 and less than 0.5, greater than 0 and less than 1, greater than 0 and less than 1.5, greater than 0 and less than 2 and greater than 0 and less than 2.5, when M is 1-5, respectively.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the dye sensitizing solar cell, which involves laminating transparent conductive layer, barrier layer, porous metal-oxide layer which absorbed pigment, hole transport layer and counter electrode in order on the base material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the lamination of the dye sensitizing solar cell.    base material (1)    transparent conductive layer (2)    barrier layer (3)    porous metal-oxide layer (4)    pigment (5)    hole-transport layer (6)    dye sensitizing solar cell (10)
NOVELTY - A plasma containing hydrogen radical or hydrogen ion is generated in a vacuum chamber (1). A fullerene molecule or fullerene ion is introduced into plasma, and reacted to manufacture hydrogenated fullerene.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogenated fullerene used for lubricant material and storage material of hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell used for electric vehicles, portable apparatus and domestic electric power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogenated fullerene is safely and economically manufactured at high yield, without requiring organic solvent such as toluene.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus of hydrogenated fullerene. The apparatus has vacuum chamber (1) having inlet tube (4) for introducing hydrogen gas, a plasma production portion (A), magnetic field production portion (B) and fullerene introduction portion (C). The portion (A) produces plasma containing hydrogen radical or hydrogen ion. The plasma excites hydrogen gas by high-frequency induction. The portion (B) generates magnetic field, to which plasma is conveyed. The portion (C) introduces fullerene to plasma. High-frequency electric power exciting plasma is controlled, such that hydrogen radical density and hydrogen ion density are controlled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of manufacturing apparatus of hydrogenated fullerene.    vacuum chamber (1)    plasma flow (2)    magnetic field coil (3)    hydrogen gas inlet tube (4)    high-frequency induction coil (5)    oven (6)    cylinder (7)    vacuum pump (8)    deposition substrate (9)    deposition film (10)
NOVELTY - The gaseous diffusion layer (7) has a carbon felt or cloth (2) coated by water repellent substance and a carbon layer (3). The water repellent substance existing in the region contacting the catalyst layer (4) and the separator of the fuel cell (10) is removed.    USE - Gaseous diffusion layer of fuel cell mounted on motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains the water repellent property over a long period of time and ensures high electroconductivity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Carbon felt or cloth (2)    Carbon layer (3)    Catalyst layer (4)    Gaseous diffusion layer (7)    Fuel cell (10)
NOVELTY - The column has ion exchanger (101) which accommodates ion exchange resins (104,105) and allows solution (S1) to pass through it. A perforated plate (102) pushes the resin accommodated in ion exchanger.    USE - Used in fuel cell electric power generation system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Prevents gap in column and leakage of resin by pushing resin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell electric power generation system, in which raw material fuel and the solution from the ion-exchange column are reacted to produce fuel gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of ion exchange resin column.    ion exchanger (101)    perforated plates (102,103)    ion exchange resins (104,105)    outlet nozzle (107)    elastic element (113)    solution (S1)
NOVELTY - An optical film consists of a polyester having repeating unit (1).    USE - For image display apparatus (claimed) such as flat panel display, display such as liquid crystal, plasma display, electroluminescence, fluorescent display tube, light emitting diode, solar cell, touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The optical film has outstanding heat resistance and optical characteristics. The image display element having excellent optical characteristics is obtained using the optical film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optical film consists of a polyester having repeating unit of formula (1): -(-O-A-O-C(=O)-X-C(=O)-)-.    X=1-20C bivalent hydrocarbon group optionally having substituent;and    A=coupling group of formula (2) (ring Q=aliphatic condensed ring or aliphatic crosslinked ring optionally having substituent;    R1 and R2=H or substituent;and    j and k=1-4.    When j and k is 2 or more, R1 and R2 are same or different. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for image display apparatus which is formed using the optical film.
NOVELTY - Installation for refining of silicon comprises a sectorized cold inductive crucible in which the wall is coated with a refractory material.    USE - The invention produces a high quality silicon material suitable for production of photovoltaic energy cells(solar grade).The starting product is derived from waste material from the microelectronics industry and metallurgical silicon which contains impurities such as Fe, Ti, B, P etc.    ADVANTAGE - The use of a cold crucible heated by induction enables limitation of external temperature and reduces the risk of leaks of the molten silicon. The use of a sectorized crucible offers advantages of mechanical repairs. The surface temperature can be increased by at least 150degreesC compared to a traditional cold inductive crucible, enabling an increase of oxygen content in the plasma torch. The use of an inductive cold crucible is advantageous in producing a stirring of the silicon bath and favouring purification; also, with a monophase A.C current supply, the induced alternating field assists in heating of the bath.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure 1 is a schematic drawing of the installation    lateral wall of crucible; (1)    circulatory pump for water circulation; (2)    electric winding; (3)    low frequency generator; (4)    water cooling conduits; (12, 13)    base plates; (5)    plasma torch. (7)
NOVELTY - In the supply line (9), spiral or screw-shaped components (12) induce swirl into the flow entering the hollow fiber membranes. The rotation caused is 70-270degrees. The swirl unit (12) is linear in cross section. It is star-shaped in cross section, with at least three points. Enlargement of the inlet cross section is continuous or stepped. The unit is mounted in the feed line facing the hollow fibers. It is made of sheet metal. A fluid droplet separator is located ahead of the hollow fiber membrane.    USE - The moisture exchange module is used in a fuel cell system (claimed), e.g. for an automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture exchange module design is very compact and space-saving. Swirl promotes uniform distribution of approaching air, into the end face of the bundle. In addition it allows the bundle length, and hence that of the entire module, to be minimized. Good distribution is promoted despite enlargement to accommodate the bundle itself.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The droplet separator comprises a groove (13) in a wall of the feed line and/or near to the enlargement in cross section. The moisture exchange module (7) moistens air supplied to the fuel cell system. The air is supplied by a compressor (6) along the outer surfaces of the hollow fiber membranes in the fuel cell system (1), whilst a moist gas from one or more fuel cells (2) passes through the hollow fiber membranes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The fuel cell unit complete with moisture exchanger is shown in a schematic flow diagram.    fuel cell system (1)    fuel cells (2)    compressor (6)    moisture exchange module (7)    supply line (9)    spiral or screw-shaped components of swirl unit (12)    groove (13)
NOVELTY - The invention provides a solar energy battery, for solving the problems of bad soakage of dye and semiconductor material in dye sensitized solar energy battery and low photoelectric conversion efficiency in existing technique, including a first electrode, a electrolyte and a second electrode, where the first electrode includes a conductive substrate, a semiconductor material layer and a photosensitizer layer, the semiconductor material layer is formed on the conductive substrate and includes many semiconductor tubes; the photosensitizer layer is formed on the semiconductor material layer. The invention provides an electrode of solar energy battery, including a conductive substrate, a semiconductor material layer and a photosensitizer layer, where the semiconductor material layer is formed on the conductive substrate and includes many semiconductor tubes; the photosensitizer layer is formed on the semiconductor material layer.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell device (1) has fuel cell assembly (2) located in vicinity of catalytic oxidizer (3) such that the fuel cell assembly is heated by heat generated from the reaction of fuel and oxidizer at the catalytic oxidizer. The fuel cell assembly has a heat outlet which allows hot gas generated by the fuel cell assembly to be directed out of the assembly and to applications requiring heat.    USE - For generating electric power for cooking, lighting system, control system, computer, communication system, radio, clock and appliance (claimed) such as hair dryer, hair curler, hair straightener, nail varnish dryer, paint dryer, portable heater or hand dryer.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves rapid start-up time as the hot gasses that emerges from the catalytic oxidizer directly heats both outer surfaces and interior of fuel cell assembly. Avoids need for complex sealed design so the structure is simplified and cost is reduced. Also heat is supplied to the applications requiring heat within very short period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) use of fuel cell device; and    (2) appliance using fuel cell device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell device.    Fuel cell device (1)    Fuel cell assembly (2)    Catalytic oxidizer (3)    Fan (6)    Compressor (8)
NOVELTY - An integrated power production system has fossil fuel power plant producing output flue gas containing carbon dioxide and oxygen, and carbonate fuel cell having anode and cathode sections. An inlet gas to the cathode section contains exclusively the output flue gas.    USE - Used as integrated power production system.    ADVANTAGE - The system is less complex and has improved efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a diagram showing the integrated power production system.
NOVELTY - A semiconductor substrate having a damage layer is sequentially subjected to immersion in an acid solution, water wash processing, immersion in an alkaline solution, and water wash processing. A semiconductor substrate having corrugated shape of closing-light structure is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing semiconductor substrate used for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Semiconductor substrate economically enables the formation of high efficient solar cell. The solar cell has low reflectance and excellent electric current characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow diagram of corrugated structure formation of semiconductor substrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The feed rate of hydrocarbon gas is reduced, while supplying mixed gas of hydrocarbon gas and water vapor into a fuel cell, through a modifier. The supply of mixed gas is stopped when the temperature of modification catalyst such as nickel catalyst falls to oxidation temperature range, and the purge gas such as air or hydrocarbon gas is supplied into fuel cell through modifier.    USE - For stop operation of fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures rapid temperature fall of the modifier, by preventing carbonaceous precipitate and oxidation of catalyst effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow diagram explaining the fuel cell operation stopping process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has reformer (20), reforming water supply unit (Sw) and fuel supply unit. Reformer produces reformed gas by modifying fuel with reforming catalyst (21a) and reforming water. The water supply unit supplies water to reformer, and fuel-supply unit supplies fuel to reformer. The sulfur-poisoned catalyst (21a) is regenerated using reformed gas in reformer by increasing temperature of catalyst and sulfur is removed.    USE - As fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system regenerates modifying catalyst without using complicated and expensive apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel cell system has a reformer (20), a reforming water supply unit (Sw) and a fuel supply unit. The reformer produces reformed gas containing hydrogen by modifying fuel with reforming catalyst (21a) and reforming water, and is connected to fuel cell (10). The unit (Sw) supplies water to reformer, and fuel-supply unit supplies fuel to reformer. The sulfur poisoned reforming catalyst is regenerated using reformed gas in reformer by increasing temperature of the catalyst and sulfur is removed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (10)    fuel electrode (11)    reformer (20)    reforming catalyst (21a)    reforming water supply unit (Sw)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has several solid-electrolyte form fuel cells (62) having interconnector (72) connected to oxygen electrode (70) or fuel electrode through current collection structure (76). The joint strength of the fuel cell formed by joining fuel cell and current collection structure with electroconductive jointing material (120) consisting of electroconductive ceramics, is 0.08 MPa or more.    USE - For fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Decreases the current collection resistance and suppresses the output reduction of battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top, perspective and sectional views of the current collection structure of fuel cell.    fuel cells (62)    oxygen electrode (70)    interconnector (72)    current collection structure (76)    electroconductive jointing material (120)
NOVELTY - Base material component (126) containing nitride and/or carbide of hydrogen permeable material is formed on a base material (124). An electrolyte layer (122) is formed on the base material component, and fuel cell is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing fuel cell used for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is manufactured with favorable hydrogen permeation ability. The peeling of electrolyte layer and base material is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing illustrating the formation of electrolyte film. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrolyte film (120)    electrolyte layer (122)    base material (124)    vanadium nitride thin film (126)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generation medium generates hydrogen when contacted with water, gas containing water vapor, or water vapor. The precursor of hydrogen generation medium is acicular iron oxide particle covered with aluminum compound.    USE - For hydrogen production (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The needle-like iron oxide particle has excellent strength. Since iron oxide particle is covered with aluminum compound, the sintering of iron oxide particle during repeated oxidation and reduction is prevented. The hydrogen generation rate of hydrogen generating medium is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows hydrogen generation velocity with respect to reaction time when aluminum coating amount is 3.6 wt.%. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production system (10) has modifier (18) for generating hydrogen from a hydrocarbon raw material, carbon monoxide transformer (20) for transforming carbon monoxide which is generated with hydrogen to carbon dioxide, and medium flow path for transmitting heat from a heat source (19) to the carbon monoxide transformer through a medium.    USE - In used in fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production system efficiently and rapidly generates hydrogen, with suppressed electric volume loss.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system (40); and    (2) production of hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell system.    hydrogen production system (10)    raw material tank (12)    modifier (18)    heat source (19)    carbon monoxide transformer (20)    fuel cell system (40)
NOVELTY - A gas purification apparatus (200) passes source gas (1) containing acidic gas w.r.t basic absorption liquid. An exit pipe (8) allows purified gas to exit from an absorption tower to a polymer electrolyte fuel cell (103). A source gas inlet pipe is inserted into the middle of a gas blower that ventilates the absorption tower. A pressure detector (107) detects the supply gas pressure to the fuel cell and controls the gas blower accordingly.    USE - Used for removing gas such as carbon dioxide gas from source gas used in electric power generation systems (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Fluctuation of the supply gas pressure accompanying the gas consumption rate is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The gas purification apparatus has a circulation path that circulates absorption liquid such as diethanolamine aqueous solution between the absorption tower (7) and a regeneration tower (40) that regenerates the absorption liquid. A bypass pipe branches the purified gas from the exit pipe to the inlet pipe. Based on the supply gas pressure to the fuel cell, a controller (108) controls the opening of a shut-off valve (106) provided in the bypass piping.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an electric power generation system (100) comprising a gas purification apparatus (200) that purifies the source gas supplied to the fuel cell, where the fuel cell generates electric power based on the electrochemical reaction of the source gas and oxidizing agent; and    (2) electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    source gas (1)    absorption tower (7)    exit piping (8)    regeneration tower (40)    electric power generation system (100)    fuel cell (106) shut-off valve (103)    pressure detector (107)    controller (108)    gas purification apparatus (200)
NOVELTY - Composition containing silicon particle and high power silane compound is applied on a substrate. The obtained coating film is heated at pressure lower than the pressure during application process, and silicon film (2) is formed.    USE - For forming silicon film used as semiconductor layer for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Silicon film is simply formed, and provides solar cell having excellent efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell, which has the silicon film as at least one layer, and a cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top elevation view and sectional view of solar cell.    N-type silicon wafer (1)    silicon film (2)    P-type silicon film (3)    transparent electrode (4)    silver electrode (5)
NOVELTY - A methane gas concentration unit (6) increases the methane gas concentration of biogas generated from organic waste, after removing the hydrogen sulfide and impurity from biogas. A gas holder (7) stores the methane concentrated gas, and supplies the gas to fuel cell power generating devices (1A-1E) as fuel gas.    USE - For supplying fuel gas obtained from biogas generated from organic waste such as organic refuse and livestock farming excretion, to fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - Enables driving several fuel cell power generating devices using one set of fuel gas supply apparatus, while reducing the cost and installation space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus has supplementary fuel gas supply circuit for replenishing supplementary fuel gas such as town gas from exterior to the gas holder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel gas supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell power generating devices (1A-1E)    refining tower (5A)    methane gas concentration unit (6)    gas holder (7)    pressure indicator (8)
NOVELTY - The sulfur oxide removal unit (5) is provided between water evaporation unit (4) and modification unit (6) and is filled with an adsorption agent to remove the sulfur oxide in the water vapor generated by modification unit.    USE - Hydrogen generation device for fuel cell electric power generation system, fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte type fuel cell (PEFC), phosphoric acid type fuel cell (PAFC), domestic fuel system, for manufacture of hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents poisoning of modification catalyst by removing sulfur oxide mixed in water vapor. Ensures steady operation of hydrogen generator    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system.    raw material supply unit (1)    raw material desulfurizing unit (2)    modification water supply unit (3)    evaporation unit (4)    sulfur oxide removal unit (5)    modification unit (6)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical net-like material (42) is thermally coupled to the inner surface of the evaporation pipeline (33) of the steam generator (23). The steam generator supplies steam to the raw material supply chamber of the modifier.    USE - For hydrogen production using steam generator in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Variation in the supply of the steam to the modifier is suppressed efficiently thereby improving hydrogen production efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the steam generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    steam generator (23)    evaporation pipeline (33)    heat transfer material (35)    pipeline (36)    cylindrical net-like material (42)
NOVELTY - Solar power generation module has a photoelectric conversion material interposed between a transparent cover glass (3) and a substrate. The cover glass contains 1-20 weight % of lanthanum, scandium, yttrium, cerium, samarium, gadolinium, dysprosium, thulium, ytterbium and/or lutetium, and silicon dioxide as main component.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Solar power generation module has excellent mechanical characteristics, and is lightweight and compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of light reception solar cell module.    light reception cell (1)    sealing agent (2)    transparent cover glass (3)    back sheet (4)
NOVELTY - Reformed gas and water are contacted such that ammonia is absorbed by water. Water which absorbed ammonia is electrolyzed and ammonia is decomposed into hydrogen and nitrogen.    USE - For removing ammonia from hydrogen-rich reformed gas supplied to polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Ammonia is removed efficiently from hydrogen-rich reformed gas supplied to polymer electrolyte fuel cell. Ejection of waste material is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for removal apparatus (10) of ammonia.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the removal apparatus of ammonia.    modifier (1)    ammonia removal apparatus (10)    tank (11)    supply portion (12)    discharge portion (13)    wash water dispersion unit (14)    storage portion (15)
NOVELTY - The transparent electroconductive laminated film has a transparent conductive layer (4) and a transparent barrier layer (5) sequentially provided on a transparent plastic base material (1). The transparent barrier layer has thickness (tb) of 1-50 nm and contact angle of 45degrees or less with respect to water.    USE - For photochemistry battery light working electrode (claimed) used for photogalvanic cell, such as dye-sensitized solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent electroconductive laminated film has favorable corrosion resistance with respect to iodine ion, and favorable adhesion with porous titanium dioxide layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The transparent conductive layer contains tin doped indium oxide. The transparent barrier layer is thin film containing titanium oxide. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photochemistry battery light working electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of transparent electroconductive laminated film.    transparent plastic base material (1)    hard coat layer (2)    anchor layer (3)    transparent conductive layer (4)    transparent barrier layer (5)
NOVELTY - The ejector has discharge unit (200) including discharge head (22) for discharging acidic discharged material onto discharge target object mounted on work table (209). A movable unit (210) moves the work table. The discharge unit, work table and surface portion of component of movable unit which contacts the acidic discharged material consist of acid-proof material. The acid-proof material is synthetic resin or ceramic.    USE - For ejecting acid discharged material containing chloride of platinum or palladium, platinum group compound such as strong corrosive chloroplatinic acid used for forming reaction layer of fuel cell (claimed) such as polyelectrolyte-type fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell and direct methanol type fuel cell used in motor vehicle (claimed). Also applicable for forming organic electroluminescent (EL) element. Also applicable for ejecting ink. Also for forming circuit board (claimed) of ball grid array (BGA) type semiconductor device and electronic device (claimed) mobile phone, personal handy phone system (PHS), notebook computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), mobile videophone machine, and other electronic device having functions such as game function, data communication facility, sound recording and reproducing function, dictionary function.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell is manufactured efficiently at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) fuel cell;    (b) circuit board;    (c) electronic device; and    (d) motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the ejector.    discharge head (22)    discharge unit (200)    linear motor table (203)    work table (209)    movable unit (210)
NOVELTY - The method involves stacking inorganic thin films produced by applying voltage of more and less than 0V to electrodes (21A,21B), on a base material (2). The electric power supplied during film forming is 1-50W/cm2.    USE - For forming transparent gas-barrier film (claimed) on substrate of organic electroluminescent (EL) element (claimed), LCD element and plasma display element used for mobile telephone or portable information terminal, and also of electronic paper, charge coupled device (CCD) or complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) image sensor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The film having high gas barrier property is formed on the base material, thereby improving the reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) transparent gas-barrier film; and    (2) organic electroluminescent element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of a thin-film forming apparatus.    base material (2)    support electrode (10)    thin-film formation unit (20)    electrodes (21A,21B)    cleaning film (27)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (4) arranged at predetermined distances from each other are mutually connected through a wire (8). The resin sheets (20,30) are respectively arranged between light receiving surface (2) and the cells, and between the cells and board (3). Resin structures (40-43) of thicknesses greater than the thicknesses of the cells are arranged in the gap between the cells or at the outer side of the cells.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module including photovoltaic cells such as single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell, amorphous silicon solar cell compound semiconductor solar cell, installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ejection of air between the light receiving surface and the board. Prevents the damage to the cells and the conducting wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the laminated structure.    Light receiving surface (2)    Board (3)    Photovoltaic cells (4)    Wire (8)    Resin sheets (20,30)    Resin structures (40-43)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (4) arranged at predetermined distances from each other, are mutually connected through a wire (8). The resin sheets (20,30) are respectively arranged between light receiving surface (2) and the cells and between the cells and board (3). Resin structures (40-43) of thicknesses greater than the thicknesses of the cells, are arranged in the gap between the cells or at the outer side of the cells.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module including photovoltaic cells such as single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell, amorphous silicon solar cell compound semiconductor solar cell, installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ejection of air between the light receiving surface and the board. Prevents the damage to the cells and the conducting wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the laminated structure.    light receiving surface (2)    board (3)    photovoltaic cells (4)    wire (8)    resin sheets (20,30)    resin structures (40-43)
NOVELTY - Selenizing flexible strip-like CIS (copper-indium/gallium-selenium/sulfur) cells comprises maintaining a continuous strip having a copper and indium/gallium layer at a constant low temperature, feeding through a condensation zone and passing the strip through an inert carrier gas which has already been fed over a temperature-regulated selenium source.    USE - Used in the production of thin layer solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method is environmentally friendly.
NOVELTY - A chip on photosensitive device package structure is provided. The package mainly comprises a photosensitive device, a transparent plate and a chip. The photosensitive device has an illumination area and a non-illumination area. The transparent plate has a first surface and a corresponding second surface. The transparent plate is set up over the photosensitive device with the first surface covering both the illumination area and the non-illumination area. The chip is set up on the second surface of the transparent plate above the non-illumination area of the photosensitive device.
NOVELTY - Lightweight rotary solar receivers are comprised of photovoltaic units and support columns. The module is adjustable in angle up to 90 degrees by a microprocessor.    USE - Multipurpose solar module.    ADVANTAGE - Allows easy assembly due to modular flexibility. Enables position to be varied. Eliminates need for heavy and unsightly supports.
NOVELTY - The rotor (2) comprises a body (1) with at least one blade (14) on the outside, designed to cause the rotor to turn as water flows in the direction of the rotor central axis. The cooperating energy generating devices for converting the rotary force into electricity are housed inside the rotor, the first device being secured to the rotor axle (3) and the second device being secured to the rotor. The rotor body is cigar or torpedo-shaped. The first and second energy generating devices comprise electrical coils and permanent magnets respectively.    USE - For producing hydroelectricity.    ADVANTAGE - More efficiently electricity production due to the improvement in the water flow profile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the generator in operation.    rotor body (1)    rotor (2)    rotor axle (3)    rotor blade (14)
NOVELTY - An apparatus for practicing ankle pumping is provided to perform ankle pumping exercise automatically, and let a user practice ankle pumping at any place by having small volume and height.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus for practicing an ankle pumping includes a base (110), a driving device (120), a rotation shaft, an intermittent motor portion, a leg support and an ankle support (160). The driving device is installed on the base. The rotation shaft rotates, interlocking with the driving device. The intermittent motor portion is mounted between the driving device and the rotation shaft, and transmits the rotation of the driving device to the rotation shaft (130) intermittently. The intermittent motor portion has a driving cam and a driven cam.
NOVELTY - A rotor has a dielectric coil (15) arranged between permanent magnets (14A,14B) at inner and outer rings. A waterproof barrier ring (16) is formed at the surface of dielectric coil.    USE - For domestic and industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - Sufficient amount of electricity cane be produced without contaminating the water in headrace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the sealing-type hydraulic power generation apparatus.    water supply line (11)    turbine (12)    permanent magnets (14A,14B)    dielectric coil (15)    waterproof barrier ring (16)
NOVELTY - The visor has plate-shaped flexible photoelectric-conversion apparatus (12). The photoelectric-conversion apparatus is installed in the outer-side main surface of the visor base material in a state with which the indoor air of the vehicle (21) contacts the interior main surface of the vehicle.    USE - For motor vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the photoelectric-conversion apparatus is suppressed and the reduction of the photoelectric conversion efficiency is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the visor.    motor vehicle (21)    roof panel (22)    opening (23)    sunroof (24)
NOVELTY - The solar cell modules (2a, 2b) of each installation surface are divided into different groups based on product specification information and arrangement information of the solar cell module with respect to the installation surface. The divided module groups are combined in several directions. The electrical characteristics and price of the combined module group are determined and the determination result is output.    USE - For providing assistance in design of solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The design and installation cost of the solar power generation system are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) solar-power-generation-system design assistance apparatus;    (b) solar-power-generation-system design assistance program; and    (c) computer-readable storage medium storing solar-power-generation-system design assistance program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic structure of solar cell arrangement.    roof surface (1)    solar cell modules (2a,2b)
NOVELTY - The device has a strut (10) including a semi-flexible region (20) in between two ends. A wheel is rotatably attached to one end of the strut. A handle is formed on or attached to the other end of the strut. A leg (40) is pivotally attached to the strut between the ends of the strut. The leg has a distal end that rests on a flat surface of the device, where the leg is collapsed toward the strut. A resistive unit (60) has a variable locking block that is attached to positions along a portion of the strut to provide a preset amount of resistance during an exercise.    USE - Used for exercising abdominal muscle of a user seated in a chair, couch, bench and nook, that is utilized in a house.    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the strut with semi-flexible region allows the user to sit in the chair of any kind and perform exercises without ever engaging the user`s knees, placing excessive strain on a lower back and causing the user to be face down during most of the exercises. The leg is collapsed toward the strut to easily fold up the device into a small space for storage in a corner of a closet. The device is thus designed to be very light in weight and compact, thus facilitating to easily lift up and move the device to the chair, bench and couch of the user`s choice, bench of choice, and easily transport the device in the trunk or back seat of a small car to a different location.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for exercising abdominal muscles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side elevational view of an exercise device in an upright position.    Strut (10)    Handle (16)    Semi-flexible region (20)    Leg (40)    Resistive unit (60)    Variable locking block (66)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a rigid frame with a rectangular lower frame portion supported upon a floor. A rectangular upper frame portion is supported above and parallel to the lower frame portion by legs. Spotting straps are operable along tension cables (16) of the assembly, where an end of the straps is attached to a releasable swivel link on side of a spotting belt worn by a gymnast. A balance beam (33) is placed within the frame such that the beam extends centrally along a length of the frame and parallel to tension cables, and the straps are selected in response to the height of the gymnast.    USE - Used for spotting a gymnast while performing routines on a balance beam (claimed) in a gym.    ADVANTAGE - The balance beam is placed within the frame such that the balance beam extends centrally along the length of the frame, and beneath and parallel to the tension cables, thus allowing a gymnast to move along the length of the balance beam, while practicing routines and to practice skills without the physical assistance of a spotter or coach. The utilization of the releasable swivel link permits the gymnast to perform flips while using the spotting belt without binding or twisting the spotting straps. The spotting straps are selected in response to the height of the gymnast, thus preventing the gymnast from falling to a floor in the event of a fall from the balance beam, and allowing to accommodate gymnasts of different heights. The beam spotting apparatus is readily portable, and can be used in virtually any desired location.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevational view of a balance beam spotting apparatus.    Rigid frame (11)    Rectangular lower frame portion (12)    Rectangular upper frame portion (13)    Tension cables (16)    Balance beam (33)
NOVELTY - The cycle assembly has a main frame (38) with a set of support legs for supporting the cycle assembly relative to floor. The frame has an end portion detachably connected to a frame unit of an exercise chair (40). A pedal assembly is securely connected to the main frame. The end portion of the main frame has an elongated connecting unit to engage with the frame unit. Sides of the elongated connecting unit have recessed portions to provide a snapping engagement with the frame unit.    USE - Used in an exercise system (claimed) e.g. rowing machine, elliptical machine and stepper, connected to a chair that is utilized in a place such as home, hotel, retirement community, health club and physical therapy center.    ADVANTAGE - The main frame has support legs for supporting the cycle assembly relative to the floor, thus enhancing weight distribution for optimizing stability of the assembly, and hence providing a secure and safe structure for elderly people utilizing recommended balance bar exercise routines.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an exercise system comprising an exercise cycle assembly    (2) a method of exercising comprising attaching an exercise cycle assembly to a chair frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a universal exercise gym system.    Main frame (38)    Exercise chair (40)    Handle assembly (46)    Ergometer (48)    Step rotator assembly (50)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has a U-shaped support with a base (4) and two sides (6, 8), where the sides have a set of openings that extend vertically along each side. A cross unit is sized to slidably fit between openings on the two sides. A cross unit is provided for supporting the base. The cross unit has a rotatable outer surface, where the cross unit is located in an elevated position relative to a supporting surface. Stabilizers (16, 18) are slidably mounted within a guide (20) along each side of the base.    USE - Used for exercising a knee of a user while the user is lying on a supporting surface.    ADVANTAGE - The stabilizers are slidably mounted within the guide along each side of the base, thus preventing the knee exerciser from falling frontward or rearward relative to the user while the exerciser is being used. The adjustment of the stabilizers maintains the exerciser in a most stable position for the particular circumstances. The exerciser is portable, lightweight and easily stored. The exerciser automatically moves at a rate of speed by the user, thus providing an inexpensive exerciser.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a knee exerciser.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a knee exerciser.    Base (4)    Sides (6, 8)    Stabilizers (16, 18)    Guide (20)    Sleeve (24)
NOVELTY - An aerobic exercise machine having an easy controller is provided to operate by only switching operation without a separate control pad or controller and to prevent a power from being consumed by being operated during a fixed time as well as operated at a low speed or a high speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The aerobic exercise machine includes a box shaped body(100), an operation part installed on the inside of the body and operated by a driving motor, a foot support(102) connected to the operation part and exposed to an upper part of the body, push switches(1,2) respectively mounted on both sides of a front side of the body and connected to a control substrate in the body, wherein if one push switch is operated, the driving motor is driven at a low speed and if the other push switch is operated, the driving motor is driven at a high speed, by a control circuit in the control substrate.
NOVELTY - A foot-support operating system for an aerobic motion machine is provided to achieve the low-noise operation through a driving belt and link, the low-powered driving, and the duplicated motion effect by allowing the right and left movement using a link rotating around a hinge axis, and by largely extending the moving width.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The foot-support operating system for an aerobic motion machine comprises: a main body(1); a driving motor(2), built inside the main body(1); a foot support(3), arranged over the main body(1), and supplied with the power from the driving motor(2) so as to be moved in a right/left direction; a supporting link(11,11'), vertically arranged inside the main body(1) in such a manner that it is hinge-connected respectively to an each lower side of both ends of a supporting plate(10) connected to the foot support(3); a separate operating link(12), hinge-connected to a lower center of the supporting plate(10) in a horizontal direction; a rotary plate(13), to which the other end of the operating link(12) is eccentrically fixed; and a separate driving pulley(14).
NOVELTY - A system and a method for offering an online game service to apply exercise data are provided to link offline exercise with the online game by measuring exercise quantity through an exercise measurer of a user and applying the measured exercise data to the avatar of the online game.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The exercise measurer(200) calculates and stores the exercise quantity in a calorie unit based on motion or blood flow rate of the user inputted through a sensor. A user computer(300) encodes/stores the measured exercise data inputted from the exercise measurer and transmits the encoded exercise data to a server computer(400) through the communication network(100). The server computer checks the online game and ability of the avatar to apply the exercise data, and makes an online game provider(500) enhance the ability of the avatar or offer a game item by transmitting an online game provider computer. The online game provider computer adjusts the ability of the avatar or provides the game item based on user information and the exercise data received from the server computer.
NOVELTY - A rechargeable remote control using a physical training apparatus for grasping or quitting one's grasp the remote control is provided to charge the remote control while grasping the remote control by forming a supporting member in the lower end of a main body of the remote control, forming a grasping member moving horizontally while pressing an elastic member to the supporting member side, and forming an induction electricity generator generating electricity, so that the remote control can be used permanently without replacing a battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A supporting member (30) is formed in the lower end of a main body of a remote control (20). A grasping member (40) moves horizontally according to the motion of a user's hand within the supporting member (30). Elastic members (50) are installed between the grasping member (40) and the supporting member (30), and widen the space between the grasping member (40) and the supporting member (30) by using its elastic force. A rotary member (70) rotates on a rotation shaft (72) fixed in the main body when a movable member (60) fixed in the one side of the grasping member (40) moves. An induction electricity generator (80) generates induction electricity by the rotation of the rotary member (70). A charger (90) stores the electricity generated by the induction electricity generator (80), and uses it for the remote control (20).
NOVELTY - A safety vest having solar cell and a manufacturing method of the same are provided to improve peripheral discrimination by using an axis lighting lens and an electro-luminescent sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An axis lighting lens surrounded by an electro-luminescent sheet(2) is projected to a hole of a light reflection sheet(1). A supporting plate of the electro-luminescent sheet is attached on a backside of the light reflection sheet by using a resin. An electric wire is connected to a contact point of the supporting plate of the electro-luminescent sheet which is attached on a reflective side(1a) of the light reflection sheet. The electric wire is connected to a solar cell(7) attached on the reflective side and an ON/OFF switch box of a battery. The electro-luminescent sheet, the electric wire, the battery, and the ON/OFF switch box are installed between the backside of the light reflection sheet and a base fabric(11).
NOVELTY - The apparatus comprises a pair of motor (20) fixed to a central frame (12) for exerting rotational driving force on leading screws (30) connected to symmetric petals (40) so that the screws moves along front-back direction of central frame. A rotation sensor (21) fixed to motor detects the rotation quantity of motors. The petals has a load sensor (50) for detecting a load received with treading force.    USE - For muscular training apparatus used to increase or recover muscular strength of leg, waist and arm.    ADVANTAGE - The load and speed at the time of exercise can be controlled freely according to trainer's muscular strength, ensuring safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a muscular training apparatus.    central frame (12)    motors (20)    rotation sensor (21)    leading screws (30)    petals (40)    load sensor (50)
NOVELTY - A gymnastics device comprising a frame immersible in the water tub, supports a seat (32) and a revolving pedal crank (36). The frame is arranged at the front of the seat (32) and mounted on respective supports (38,40) having hinge seats.    USE - For physiotherapy and sports training.    ADVANTAGE - The frame is light and easy to remove from the tub so it can be used as a bath tub in the house. Low consumption of water is ensured due to the curled posture of the user which makes the user immerse completely in water. The components in the device are assembled and disassembled easily. The maintenance and cleaning operations of the device are carried out easily and growing of bacteria is prevented in recesses of the frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of gymnastic station.    lateral rods (26,28)    seat (32)    user (35)    pedal crank (36)    supports (38,40)
NOVELTY - A physical exercise training assembly has a frame supporting a set of interchangeable weights. The weights are lifted by a handle (10) and cables. The bottom end of the weights are linked by a further set of cables and pulley wheels (14, 15) to a motor spindle that supplements the downward force as required.    USE - Physical exercise weight lifting assembly.    ADVANTAGE - Muscles can be built up faster than prior art.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the general arrangement of the muscle training assembly.    Frame (1)    weights (3)    cable (9)    handle (10)    electric motor (11)    pulley wheel (14)    pulley wheel (15)
NOVELTY - The ensemble has six edges (2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2f, 2g) in multi cell modules of a multi cell photovoltaic system and rounded edge transitions (3). A pair of solar cell has parallel edges, whose distance resembles the distance of two of other cells and their length varies over the solar cell ensemble. The rounded edges extend by an aperture angle of between 3 degree and 55 degree, and the cells are made up of silicon wafer columns.    USE - Used for a multicell photovoltaic system (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The pair of solar cell has the parallel edges, whose distance resembles the distance of two of other cells and their length varies over the solar cell ensemble, so that the wafer supported on a rotating column do not have to be sorted, thus reducing the additional process steps during the manufacture of the ensemble and enabling the utilization of the maximum wafer diameter, and hence achieving a price reduction of the photovoltaic energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a solar cell for a multicell photovoltaic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar cell.    Solar cell (1)    Edges (2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2f, 2g)    Rounded transition (3)    Aperture angle (4)    Central region (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves arranging a float (7) in water, where waves are able to move the float, and arranging the float above the water level. The float is coupled to a body by a support bar, and a movement of the float is transferred by the support bar to an actuator (12). A reciprocating motion generated by the float is received with the actuator, and the support bar is coupled rigidly to the float. Horizontal and vertical movements of the float are transferred with the support bar rigidly fastened to the float.    USE - Used for recovering energy contained in wave generated from a water system, such as sea, lake and river.    ADVANTAGE - The method transfers the horizontal and the vertical movements of the float with the support bar rigidly fastened to the float, thus preventing the float from ending up in unfavorable positions from a view of energy collection, thereby controlling the movements of the float, and hence collecting the energy contained by the waves in a satisfactory manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a collection device for recovering energy contained by waves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a collecting device.    Float (7)    Collecting device (8)    Support bar (10, 11)    Actuator (12)    Motion converter (13)
NOVELTY - The method involves receiving wave energy with two collecting devices (8), each comprising a float (7). The floats are arranged in water, and a reciprocating movement generated by the float is converted into a unidirectional rotational motion in a motion converter (13). The movement of the floats is transferred by support bars to an actuator. The movement of the float is received with the actuator, and transferred to a motion converter in each collecting device. The collecting devices comprising a motion converter are coupled in series.    USE - Used for recovering energy contained in waves that is generated from a water system, such as sea, lake and river.    ADVANTAGE - The method couples the collecting devices in series to efficiently collect the energy contained in a wave front.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an arrangement for recovering energy contained by waves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a collecting device.    Float (7)    Collecting device (8)    Support bar (10, 11)    Motion converter (13)    Turning device (20)
NOVELTY - A motor rotates a table (20) relative to a stand (10) about the pivot shaft (14). A control device (30) attached to one of the hand grips (26) of table, is coupled to an electric control box and motor through an electric cable (31) engaged to the hand grip such that the cable is not exposed. The control box and motor are controlled by operating the control device.    USE - For tilting inversion exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - Enables preventing the control device from being separated from the user, thereby allowing the user to easily operate the control device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of tilting inversion exerciser.    stand (10)    pivot shaft (14)    table (20)    hand grip (26)    control device (30)    electric cable (31)
NOVELTY - The device (10) has an actuator (40) pivotally coupled between the handle device (30) and the block (18) on the upper section of the column (17). The actuator adjusts and maintains the handle device, relative to the seat post (15) and the seat cushion (16) at any selected positions.    USE - For bicycle exercising device.    ADVANTAGE - The handle is adjustable towards and away from the seat and the user. The exercising device is allowed to be suitably operated by users of different sizes or heights.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the rear perspective view of a bicycle exercising device.    device (10)    base (11)    foot pedals (12)    seat post (15)    seat cushion (16)    column (17)    block (18)    pivot axle (19)    levers (20)    handle device (30)    actuator (40)
NOVELTY - A handle (30) is pivotally supported on a column (17) extended from the base (11). An adjusting unit (40) adjusts the handle relative to the column and relative to the seat post (15) and seat cushion (16) to any selected positions. The adjusting unit is pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder.    USE - For bicycle type exercising device.    ADVANTAGE - The adjustable handle allows the device to be suitably actuated and operated by users of different sizes or heights.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the bicycle type exercising device.    base (11)    seat post (15)    seat cushion (16)    column (17)    handle (30)    adjusting unit (40)
NOVELTY - The compound bicycle exercising apparatus (10) has a rotatable spindle (40) comprising two followers rotatable attached each end with a unidirectional bearings. The two coupling belts (37,38) couple the rotary wheels (35,36) to the followers, to allow the spindle to be rotated in different direction relative to the rotary wheel. The spindle is continuously driven by a handle stems (30) through the followers and the rotary wheels alternatively when the handle stem is rotated relative to a pivot axle (25) in reciprocating action by the users.    USE - For compound bicycle exercising apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The handle stems is easily operated by the users when pushing forwardly away and rearwardly towards the users to conduct pedal driving, cycling exercises and hand operating exercises, simultaneously.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the compound bicycle exercising apparatus.    compound bicycle exercising apparatus (10)    pivot axle (25)    handle stems (30)    rotary wheels (35,36)    coupling belts (37,38)    spindle (40)
NOVELTY - The system has a core (16) made up from an upper hinge portion (16A) extending upwardly into mast (10), and a lower hinge portion (16B) pivotally attached to the upper hinge portion by a hinge pin (16C). The two portions are held collinear by a lock piece (16D) interposed near the hinge pin and by a mast closely surrounding the entire core in a working mode. The lock piece is shaped in a partial tubular form to conform to the lower hinge portion.    USE - Used for an installation and removal of an un-stayed mast e.g. sailboat mast that is utilized for a sailboat (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system allows the mast to be inserted and removed easily from the receptacle, enables one crew member to easily step or un-step the mast manually on sailboats up to about thirty feet in length, and provides alignment, guidance and damage protection for the lower end of the mast when inserting or removing the mast relative to the receptacle. The utilization of the hinge pin allows the mast to be tilted as desired. The utilization of the core helps keep the mast upright with a base held aligned in location above the receptacle, when the mast is elevated up out of the receptacle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for deploying an un-stayed hollow sailboat mast.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view representing an un-stayed mast.    Mast (10)    Core (16)    Upper hinge portion (16A)    Lower hinge portion (16B)    Hinge pin (16C)    Lock piece (16D)
NOVELTY - Proposed section designed for assembling high power (up to 150W) composite solar module that incorporates provision for fast and reliable connection of adjacent panels with frame section (without additional finishing) is made of stiff material and has ribs symmetrically disposed relative to its vertical axis to form two opposite slots on respective sides to secure edges at adjacent panels with photoelectric converters and opposite slots to receive fastening members such as self-tapping screws.    USE - Optoelectronic devices including photoelectric solar modules.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitated assembly of solar modules, reduced consumption of sealing compound.
NOVELTY - The pumped hydro power generation amount of daytime is increased without exceeding the electric energy upper limit when the electric power demand of daytime is large. The thermal power generation in daytime is suppressed when there is surplus electric power during the weekend.    USE - For generation of pumped hydro electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The pumped storage power station is operated appropriately by enabling adjustment of pumped hydro power generation amount according to the requirement without exceeding the upper and lower limit values of the generated electric energy. The most economical power supply plan is produced by suppressing high cost thermal power generation output in daytime in the surplus power generation state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the generation of pumped hydro electric power. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - Several double-sided light incidence type photovoltaic cells (1) are spaced apart mutually, in between transparent boards (4,5). A reflection layer (9A) positioned at the one of the transparent board in between the cells, reflects the light to edge portion of the photovoltaic cells.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Interruption of the light is suppressed. The utilization efficiency of the light is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the larger scale of the solar cell module.    photovoltaic cells (1)    ethylene vinyl acetate layer (3)    boards (4,5)    reflection layer (9A)
NOVELTY - A mounting stand (21) has holding-groove in which the power transmission cable (12) is accommodated along longitudinal direction. A control element (11) controls the power transmission cable so that the cable is maintained in holding-groove in arrangement location.    USE - For solar cell module (claimed) in house and building roof.    ADVANTAGE - The workability and installation are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the power transmission cable storage structure.    side edge of control element (2)    lower portion of control element (3)    control element (11)    power transmission cable (12)    mounting-stand (21)
NOVELTY - A guide is provided to guide fitting of the solar cell module (305) to the support fixture (303) installed in roof surface (201). The support fixture engages with the support (306) made to mount solar cell module.    USE - For use to install solar power generation apparatus in inclination roof of house building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures to firmly affix solar power generation apparatus to roof.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded perspective view of the solar power generation apparatus installation structure.    Roof surface (201)    Support fixture (303)    Solar cell module (305)    Support (306)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (1) is pinched to contact a terminal box (6) embedded in the filler (7) via upper end pressure plate (5) and lower end pressure plate (4). The solar cell module through plates indirectly engages with the frame (3) integrated in metal roofing (3).    USE - For use in house.    ADVANTAGE - Improves water tightness of roof as rainwater is prevented to permeate and reach metal roofing. Maximizes energy relayed by sun by utilizing ray to generate power to operate electrical appliance reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell integrated metal roof.    Solar cell module (1)    Frame (3)    Metal roofing (3)    Lower end pressure plate (4)    Upper end pressure plate (5)    Terminal box (6)    Filler (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves installing the base side mounting stand (52) and a top edge mounting stand (53) in an overlapping manner on a roof material, and fixing each solar cell module (9a-9c) between the mounting stands by a press portion (70), which is held on the top edge mounting stand towards the roof material side.    USE - For solar power generation system installed in tiled roofs of housing.    ADVANTAGE - Increases electric-power-generation efficiency at the time of solar power generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a solar energy power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the solar power generation apparatus.    Solar cell module (9a-9c)    Base side mounting stand (52)    Top edge mounting stand (53)    Press portion (70)
NOVELTY - A support (2) is positioned between roofing tiles (4) installed to a rooftop. A pipe material (3) is made to support one side of the adjacent roofing tile for accommodating the rainwater penetrating the bottom end of the roofing tile. A metal tile (1) is fixed to the support. The metal tile has a coating portion that covers the edge of the adjacent roofing tile and presses the adjacent roofing tile to the downward direction.    USE - For use in the roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Improves operability of the solar cell panel support structure and prevents permeation of rainwater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of a metal-forming tile and a pipe material.    Metal tile (1)    Support (2)    Pipe material (3)    Roofing tiles (4)    Back roofing material (5)
NOVELTY - A mounting (5) on which a frame (3) is supported, is arranged in a support cylinder (1). An epicyclic gear (6) rotates and moves along the inner wall of the recess portion of the support cylinder. A support shaft (4) is connected to the epicyclic gear in the eccentric position from a rotary shaft. A spacer is arranged at the recess portion of the support cylinder and contacts the inner wall and the epicyclic gear of the support cylinder. A cylinder cover (2) is mounted on the support cylinder.    USE - For solar cell module installed in e.g. house roofs.    ADVANTAGE - Enables reliable correction of the difference of the attachment position of the metal fittings, and reduce construction time and effort of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the solar cell module using the support apparatus. (Drawing includes a non-English language text.).    Support cylinder (1)    Cylinder cover (2)    Frame (3)    Support shaft (4)    Mounting (5)    Epicyclic gear (6)
NOVELTY - A metal roofing (1-1) with a support main body is arranged on the roof. A solar cell module (3) and a dummy module (2) are mounted and cover the metal roofing entirely. The support main body is formed by press molding.    USE - For domestic use.    ADVANTAGE - Reduce weight of the system on the roof and improves waterproofness, workability and external appearance of the solar power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the fixation structure of the solar cell module in the solar-cell electric-power generation system.    Metal roofing (1-1)    Dummy module (2)    Solar cell module (3)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a control device (6) for regulating a load management unit (11) which adjusts the load given to a user of a training machine (1). The control device includes a storage unit (62) for storing and relating the intrinsic identification, provided by the user with the use of an authentication medium (2), with individual data relating to training load. The control device also includes a control unit (61) that regulates the load management unit based on the individual data corresponding to the intrinsic identification.    USE - For use by e.g. elderly people, youth, in performing exercises.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reliable recording of training data for every user who uses the training machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reading unit (3) is provided to read the intrinsic identification from the authentication medium, and transmits the intrinsic identification to the control unit via radio communication. The load management unit is mounted in the training machine. The authentication medium transmits intrinsic identification to the reading unit via radio.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a functional block diagram showing the structure of the training system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Training machine (1)    Authentication medium (2)    Reading unit (3)    Control device (6)    Load management unit (11)    Control unit (61)    Storage unit (62)    Training system (100)
NOVELTY - A fitness machine has a balance board (1) with a gyro-sensor that detects movement of a user. A monitor (3) displays a moving body e.g. ball, bicycle that moves along a course, wherein the balance board on which the user balances corresponds to the displayed moving body. The monitor displays a signal from a calculating device (2) that indicates whether the motion of the moving body is within the course.    USE - For stimulating human body.    ADVANTAGE - Enjoys sense of balance and reflex by controlling balance of moving body along course.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the fitness machine.    Balance board (1)    Calculating device (2)    Monitor (3)
NOVELTY - An electric power generation module (10) has a thermoelement (11). A solar cell is located on the heat receiving surface of the thermoelement. A thermal storage material is filled between the solar cell and thermoelement. A thermo valve (14) is controlled based on the surface temperature of the thermoelement and/or solar cell for supplying water (W) to a water supplying groove formed at a metal plate (12) attached to the thermoelement.    USE - Used for a power generation module using a thermoelement and solar cell mounted on the roof.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature difference between the heat receiving surface and the heat radiation surface of the thermoelement is increased, improving the heat generation efficiency and reducing reduction of photoelectric conversion efficiency. The thermoelement can be cooled efficiently without the need for circulating water, simplifying the structure and reducing the cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a power generation module.    electric power generation module (10)    thermoelement (11)    metal plate (12)    thermo valve (14)    water (W)
NOVELTY - The method involves detecting the change in the current supplied to the motor with respect to the time based on the foot impacts upon the running belt. The running belt is automatically switched off, based on the detection result.    USE - For automatically switching off rotating running belt of treadmill exercise device.    ADVANTAGE - The rotating running belt is automatically switched off when the user has left the treadmill, hence safety for future users is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the state diagram of treadmill exercise device.
NOVELTY - A display device displays the set goal for exercise in measurable units. A start button is initiated to decrement the displayed goal value, at the time of manipulation of exercise apparatus. When the displayed goal value reaches zero, the display device is reset to display the original goal value and increment the displayed goal value, while the user continues to exercise.    USE - For ski-exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus ensures the range of motion and balance required in sports while providing modality for dynamic balance and functional rehabilitation, so as to increase user's strength and skill.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method for exercise apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an elevational view of the frame of ski-exercise apparatus using control system.    ski-exercise apparatus (9)    frame structure (11)    cross component (13)    support frame (14)    gripping area (15)
NOVELTY - The machine includes the left and right resilient springs which are connected between frame and left or right arm, to bias the free end of arms toward the limiting position. The rollers mounted at the free ends of the arms actuate the foot peals along the elliptical path when the user moves the pedals to an angle of 180degrees under upward and downward crank motion. The arms are moved between limiting and return positions in response to the foot pedal stroke using the force transmitted to the pedals from rollers.    USE - For elliptical exercise machine used to perform walking or running exercises.    ADVANTAGE - The arms are moved freely through the use of resilient biasing force while maintaining the elliptical foot movement. The foot pedal motion is resisted easily and adjustably in accordance with the arm movement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of an exercise machine.
NOVELTY - The workout data associated with a user is retrieved from a database, in response to received user request for workout schedule. A station is identified based on the workout data, and is added to the instruction set. An optimum weight setting is configured for the identified station, based on the workout data, and is added to the instruction set.    USE - For enhancing effectiveness of gym circuit training.    ADVANTAGE - Customizes the circuit training process to improve training effectiveness and variety, while maintaining the circuit efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) computer readable storage medium storing program for enhancing effectiveness of circuit training; and    (2) system for enhancing effectiveness of circuit training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the process for scheduling and configuring workout session.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a dye-sensitized solar cell module and a manufacturing method thereof, which discloses a dye-sensitized solar cell module and manufacturing method thereof capable of decreasing the cost of wire process and increasing light activation area and yield of the process. The present invention adopts integrated module process which combines an anode plate and a cathode plate having anode and cathode respectively, so as to make them share a common insulator and wire and therefore decreases the cost of the wire process and increases the yield of the solar cell by increasing the working temperature (around 400 DEG C) of the manufacturing process of the wire and the insulator. In addition, by using the design where the common insulator and wire are shared, the light activation area is increased in each unit area.
NOVELTY - An office chair with an exercise function is provided to take a stretching exercise for arms and legs while a user seats on the chair without moving into a specific playground.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The office chair with exercise function includes: a backrest (1) having an upper body turned over by an angle detecting sensor and a switch; a pair of arm supports (2) for taking a muscular strength exercise for arms by a protruding rod transferred forward along a screw groove; leg supports (4) for taking a muscular strength exercise for legs; and a fixing device of the leg supports (5). The backrest has a motor installed to a motor support (11), and a backrest frame coupled to the motor support. The arm support has a spring (26) for resilient biasing an arm support inwardly, a handle rod support having a screw groove, and a handle rod.
NOVELTY - A riding apparatus for taking exercise and a mechanism for driving the same are provided to generate the power for right/left and up/down motion just by means of one driving source and shaft, to transfer the generated power through the simple mechanism, and to reduce the production costs by reducing the part number.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The mechanism for driving the riding apparatus for taking exercise includes: a base (10); a first frame (30), having a rotation shaft (20) with a first gear (21), and hinge-connected with the base (10); a driving source, driving a driving shaft which has a second gear (41), connected with the first gear (21), and an eccentrically arranged cam member (43); a pair of cam followers (50), arranged on the base (10) in such manner that they are contacted with the cam member (43) respectively; an arm member (60), connected with rotation shaft (20) via a cam bearing; and a second frame (80), connected with one end of the arm member (60), and hinge-connected with a link member (70) which is also hinge-connected with the first frame (30).
NOVELTY - This exercise device consists of pedal gear attached to the end of pedal; gear box that has multi stage gears whose teeth match selectively with the pedal gear; generator that is synchronized with the gear box; transmission lever that is equipped between the said pedal gear and the gear box to selectively cutoff the pedal gear and the multistage gear; charge/discharge circuit that is connected to the gear box; power outlet that is connected to the charge/discharge circuit; display panel with data entry unit and display provided; one or more weight scale provided at the end of the main body; blood pressure sensor provided at the top of handle; and controller that controls the charge/discharge circuit, power outlet, display panel, weight scale and blood pressure sensor. Thus, this device allows exercise by pressing the pedals, generation of power, measurement of blood pressure/pulse/body components on a real-time basis while exercising, transmission of intruder information to the owner's cell phone in the form of still or video images and storage of such images so that they may be used for theft investigation.
NOVELTY - The snow-guard structure has attachment unit (14) with fixing portion (20) fixed to one of the left and right sides frames (63,64). A horizontally wide snow-guard portion is secured to the attachment unit.    USE - For solar cell module installed in sloping roof and roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of the frame of the solar cell module is prevented effectively and efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for snow-guard installation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the snow-guard installation structure.    solar cell module (4)    attachment unit (14)    fixing portion (20)    front side frame (61)    left side frame (63)    right side frame (64)
NOVELTY - Several photovoltaic cells are arranged between the surface and reverse side materials. The surface and reverse side materials are held by a frame made of transparent material e.g. transparent hard synthetic resin.    USE - For use in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Light incident efficiency is improved, by using the transparent frame. Output efficiency of the solar cell module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module attachment apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the solar cell module attachment apparatus.    solar cell module (10)    attachment apparatus (20)    mounting stand frame (22)    reinforcement frame (24)    installation structure (26)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (5) has a heating resistor (2) connected to a frame positioned at downward direction of solar cell module. A diode (3) and a metal string that connects serially arranged solar cells (1), are connected to the heating resistor in parallel.    USE - For solar energy power generation system with snow melting function for installation on roof of residential building.    ADVANTAGE - Snow melting of roof surface can be performed efficiently. Simplifies structure and improves workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline circuit block diagram of the solar cell module.    solar cell (1)    resistor (2)    diode (3)    solar cell module (5)    framework (6)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module arranges several solar cell elements between the translucent substrate and the reverse-side material. The outer periphery edge of translucent substrate carries out C surface processing or R surface processing. The C surface processing performs processing for the corner portions of the light receiving surface side of translucent substrate. The R surface processing performs processing to the whole thickness portion of the substrate.    USE - For frameless-type solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - A highly reliable frameless-type solar cell module is provided. The light-receiving-surface is not easily stained during or after rain fall.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of solar cell module.    C surface processed or R surface processed portion (25)    surface-modified portion (26)
NOVELTY - A cross-section of an area where connection tab (3) is connected to a light receiving surface side of a solar cell element differs from a cross section of an area where the tab is connected to back side an other solar cell element. The area where connection tab (3) is connected to a light receiving surface side is thin than the area where the tab is connected to back side by providing high concentration impurity dope layer to light receiving side.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The curvature of the solar cell element can be corrected effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the solar cell elements.    solar cell elements (2a,2b)    connection tab (3)    bus-bar electrode (21)    reverse-side lateral electrode (23)    thick cross section of connection tab (31)
NOVELTY - The installation structure has base (4) in which the solar cell element (10) is installed. An installation angularly variable portion varies the installation angle of the solar cell element with respect to the base as the arrangement between the cell element and the base and the length changes with heat.    USE - For solar cell element installation structure.    ADVANTAGE - The installation angle of the solar cell element is varied effectively and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the angularly variable structure.    base (4)    solar cell element (10)    frame (11)    shape memory alloy (26)    reaction-force elastic portion (28)
NOVELTY - The solar energy power generation system comprises connection portion (5) and mounting stand. The connection portion fixing the solar cell module and mounting stand comprises downward-direction portion and nail portion while mounting stand has connection guide portion (7b) with hole (6b). A fastening portion clamps the downward-direction and the upper portions. A frame of the solar cell module is clamped between a press portion and the mounting stand while inserting nail portion in the hole of connection guide portion by fastening portion.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The solar energy power generation system with reduced installation construction, manufacture cost and time is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view explaining the mode of assembly of connection portion of the solar energy power generation system.    connection portion (5)    hole (6b)    connection guide portion (7b)    slit (8)    solar power generation apparatus (9b)
NOVELTY - The dye sensitizing solar cell has two types of sensitizing dyes (5,6) having different absorption peak wavelengths in the absorption spectrum. The molecular weight of the sensitizing dye having an absorption peak wavelength on the short wavelength side is smaller than the molecular weight of the sensitizing dye having an absorption peak wavelength in the long wavelength side.    USE - For solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency is improved by reducing the amount of the electric charges flowing into the carrier transport layer from the porous semiconductor layer by using two types of sensitizing dyes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye sensitizing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model diagram of the dye sensitizing solar cell.    support substrates (1,9)    transparent electrically conductive films (2,8)    platinum layer (3)    carrier transport layer (4)    sensitizing dyes (5,6)    semiconductor layer (7)
NOVELTY - A master computer (20) generates the population of several solution candidates and evaluates the fitness of each person. A worker monitors the object share space and evaluates the population using privacy information maintained in the mobile telephone (30) and outputs solution based on fitness information.    USE - For distribution combinational optimization system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The computational complexity on the mobile phone is reduced by utilizing the privacy on the mobile telephone to solution candidate evaluation safely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fitness evaluation apparatus;    (2) fitness evaluation method;    (3) solution search program; and    (4) fitness evaluation program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of distribution combinational optimization system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    server computer (10)    master computer (20)    mobile telephone (30)
NOVELTY - The intake (2) provides the water passing through from the hole of the dust removal screen (1) to the downward direction. The dust removal screen was arranged parallel to the water surface of the river in the upper end vicinity of the intake. The open area ratio of the hole of the dust removal screen was set 26 percent or less and greater than zero. The intake supplies the water that flows through the river parallel to the water surface of the river.    USE - Small-scale water intake installation of river or mountain stream in hydroelectric power station.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the dust that flows into the intake when supplying water, thus reducing the processing operation of the removal of dust thus lowering the processing operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a dust removal screen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the river water intake installation.    Dust removal screen (1)    Intake (2)    Support steel pipe (3)    Concrete (4)    Chippings (5)
NOVELTY - A frame (18) has a recess portion that accommodates a solar cell panel (11). A fire prevention sheet (20) is arranged between the solar cell panel and the recess bottom surface and is detachable from the recess portion. The fire prevention sheet is supported from the downward direction.    USE - For e.g. tiled roofs of common house and public building.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies installation of the solar cell module and ensure convenient maintenance and inspection operation. Improves fire prevention capability without needing excessive number of fire prevention sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of a solar cell module.    Solar cell panel (11)    Long-side frame (12A, 12B)    Frame (18)    Fire prevention sheet (20)
NOVELTY - Support structure (1) has one or more solar modules (2). The support (5) for lower-lying edge (4) or the solar modules is of angular profile, by which the first angled limb (7) engages the narrow side (8) and the adjoining second angled limb (9) engages the narrow side or front side of the adjoining under side of the solar modules in working position.    USE - Support structure with solar modules for generating current from sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reduced expenditure with no danger to support structure from high wind forces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The higher support (6) profile is approximately of Z or U-shaped crossection, whereby the lower first Z or U-blade (10) is facing and is fixed at the roof (3) and the second Z or U-blade (11) engages with the under side of the solar module in working position. The angular profile in the process has one or several outlets or outlet punched holes (12). In between the Z and U-profile of the first and second support, the middle base (13) and openings (14) are arranged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the support structure.    Support structure (1)    Solar modules (2)    Roof (3)    Lower-lying edge (4)    Support (5)    Higher support (6)    First angled limb (7)    Narrow side (8)    Second angled limb (9)    First Z or U-blade (10)    Second Z or U-blade (11)    Outlet punched holes (12)    Middle base (13)    Openings (14)
NOVELTY - The exercise machine, for muscle development, has the structure of a yacht sail winch with two hand cranks on a horizontal shaft. A direction change gear (7) is driven by a chain (6) or cogwheels, and an independent brake (8) allows rotation in only one direction. The brake is controlled by the rotary speed and torque registered by a rotation direction transmitter for a control unit (9).    USE - The exercise machine is for muscle development.    ADVANTAGE - The machine simulates the action of a winch for moving sails on a yacht mast.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the exercise machine.    chain (6)    gear (7)    brake (8)    control unit (9)    rotation direction transmitter (10)
NOVELTY - The present invention is one kind of wheel capable of producing regenerated power with its gravitational force during its rotation, and features the felly comprising an outer annular plunger cylinder,a central rotating shaft sleeve and a closed liquid medium case in between; the circulating liquid flow passage between the central shaft of the rotating shaft sleeve as the wheel shaft and the outerrotating sleeve as the central shaft sleeve; the hydraulic motor connected serially to the central circulating liquid passage; and the connection of the liquid outlets of the outer plunger cylindersand the liquid inlets of the outer rotating sleeves, and the connection of the liquid outlets of the outer rotating sleeves to the liquid inlets of the hydraulic plunger cylinders and the annular liquid medium case. Compared with available technology, the present invention has simple structure and simple manufacture, and may be used in driving wheel directly to reach great saving in fuel oil.
NOVELTY - The innovative resistance exercise system has floorboard provided with magnet or electromagnet, and space suit (100) with magnet (130) or electromagnet, at lower extremity along different horizontal planes.    USE - For treadmill and other fitness equipment such as rowing and bicycle ergometers for use by astronauts.    ADVANTAGE - Possible to preserve astronaut's bone density, check muscle atrophy and retain postural and gait stability during space missions, while increasing neuromuscular activation and enhancing sensorimotor integration.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the space suit.    space suit (100)    elastic strap (110)    buckle (120)    magnet (130)    internal strap (140)
NOVELTY - The panel has solar cells arranged on a surface of the solar panel. Attachment points (101) are positioned at a surrounding edge of the solar panel. A rope (102) and a tightening unit (103) are connected to the attachment points by straps (104). The straps are provided for attachment and detachment of the solar panel to an object e.g. back pack. The straps comprise adjustment devices for adjusting the length or tightness of the strap.    USE - Used in a field portable solar battery charger for transportably charging battery using polar power (claimed), and as a portable power source in a backpack e.g. bookbag, knapsack, haversack, rucksack and courier bag by a student, traveler and soldier, vehicle e.g. car and boat, tent, building and portable power ice chest for the hunting, camping, fishing, marine, medical, and home emergency/survival markets and also in civilian, government and military applications.    ADVANTAGE - The straps are provided for the attachment and detachment of the solar panel to the object, thus allowing the solar panel to be easily transported and stored and to be relatively easily manhandled and folded up for stowage, and hence maintaining good portability of the panel. The utilization of the straps provides a larger adjustable connecting arrangement, a quick attachment and release and increases useful life of the panel. The configuration of the panel improves the efficiency of the panel and minimizes the power unbalance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a configuration of a strapping system for a solar panel.    Attachment points (101)    Rope (102)    Tightening unit (103)    Straps (104)
NOVELTY - The module has a photovoltaic panel (27), and a frame surrounding the panel. An attachment unit attaches the panel and the frame to battens (19) of a sloping roof without penetrating other parts of the sloping roof. The frame has a top mounting clip for allowing an upper photovoltaic module to be clipped. The frame has an upper bracket with vent holes, where an electrical cable restraint is attached to the frame.    USE - Used in a photovoltaic system that is utilized with roof tiles on a sloping roof (all claimed) and converts energy from sun`s radiation directly into electricity for a multitude of end uses, and for displacing utility grid-generated electricity for house electrical loads, such as heating and light.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the frame with the brackets and interlocking clip reduces overlap between adjacent photovoltaic modules during assembling photovoltaic modules in the roof of the house, and avoids need for extra roof penetrations, thereby preventing water instruction. The provision of the upper bracket with vent holes of the frame reduces heat build-up beneath the modules. The design of the module thus facilitates easy installation in a cost effective manner, while allowing the module to be adaptable to a variety of roof tile sizes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of portions of a roof with concrete roof tiles and photovoltaic modules.    Roof tiles (13)    Battens (19)    Water channels (23)    Screw (25)    Photovoltaic panel (27)
NOVELTY - The joystick has cylindrical elastomeric structures (20) installed on top of a base (10). A movable unit (30) is supported on the elastomeric structure. A sensor (12) detects direction and movement of the movable unit relative to base and outputs a signal indicative of direction and movement of movable unit to a game machine. A control ring which is axially coupled to movable unit is turned relative to movable unit to adjust distance between lowest edge of control element and top of base so as to adjust maximum biasing angle of movable unit relative to the base.    USE - For motion apparatus such as exerciser, game machine.    ADVANTAGE - Adjusts the maximum biasing angle of movable unit relative to the base.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for joystick biasing angle-adjusting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded view of the joystick.    hollow base (10)    sensor (12)    elastomeric structures (20)    movable unit (30)    connector (60)
NOVELTY - A vacillation unit for sport outfits is provided to offer large amount of exercising effects even though the user does not do any actions or run, and decompose body fat.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The vacillation unit for sport outfit includes a base portion(110), a driving portion(130) and a converting portion(150). The base portion(110) has a base plate(112) on which a first rotation support(114a) and a second rotation support having first and second rotation holes(116a) respectively are integratedly mounted to face each other. The driving portion has a driving shaft(132) and a driving motor(138). The driving shaft is rotatably mounted in the first and second rotation holes. A first cam protrusion(136a) is formed to protrude on the radially upper part of one end of driving shaft.
NOVELTY - An apparatus for opening and closing a solar cell in a mobile terminal is provided to increase the expected life span and reliability of manufactured goods by installing a cover for protecting a solar cell in order to open the cover for charging if light is stronger than a reference value and to close the cover for protection if it is weak.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus for opening and closing a solar cell(200) in a mobile terminal(100) is comprised of a cover, a driving unit(400), an optical sensor, an open/close detection sensor(600), and a control part. The cover is provided to open and close the solar cell(200). The driving unit(400) is to drive the cover. The optical sensor, installed in the same direction with the solar cell(200), detects light. The open/close detection sensor(600), such as a micro switch, detects the opened or closed state of the cover. The control part controls the driving unit(400) according to the detection signals of the optical sensor and the open/close detection sensor(600).
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) consists of two connectors (12,16) for picking-out the electric power from electroconductive connectors (11,15) between solar cell groups (5). The connectors and the electroconductive connectors are each integrated through the insulation sheets.    USE - For solar cell module mounted on rooftop of individual house.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the manufacturing process and raises the manufacturing yield with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a surface-side plan view of solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell (4)    solar cell group (5)    electroconductive connectors (11,15)    connectors (12,16)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has a pair of mutually adjacent solar cell group (5) consisting of several solar cells (4). The L-shaped electroconductive connection frames (10,11) electrically connects two solar cell groups in series, and the L-shaped electroconductive removing frames (12,13) removes the electric power from the solar cell module. The length and width of extension portions (10a,11a) of connection frame is smaller than length and width of elongated portion (12a,13a) of removing frame.    USE - For solar cell apparatus (claimed) used as power supply source for individual houses.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module with favorable power efficiency and insulation proof is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the surface-side schematic plane view of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell (4)    solar cell group (5)    connection frame (10,11)    extension portion (10a,11a)    removing frame (12,13)    elongated portion (12a,13a)
NOVELTY - The container (1) having a deformable fluid, supports the solar cell unit (20) from a downward direction. The hinge (4) fixes the inclination angle of solar cell unit to the base.    USE - For generating electric power in houses.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is improved since the cooling effect of solar cell unit by effectively pressing the solar cell unit through the hinge. The solar power generation apparatus which can be compactly stored at the time of transport is provided since the inclination angle is maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a solar-power-generation apparatus.    container (1)    base mounting stand (3)    hinge (4)    base for installation (5)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - Solar power generation apparatus has a solar cell module (5) fixed to the columnar rails (3) using fixing units (4) provided at the back side of the solar cell module. The fixing units are rotatable freely with respect to one columnar rail and attached or detached freely with respect to another columnar rail.    USE - For solar power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Maintenance and inspection of the back side of the solar cell module are performed easily and simply and rapidly with less labor by enabling easier attachment and removal of the solar cell module. The dropping of the solar cell module from the columnar rail is prevented by using the fixing units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective of the installation state of the solar power generation apparatus.    basic rail (1)    fixed band (2)    columnar rail (3)    fixing units (4)    solar cell module (5)
NOVELTY - The solar cell element (3) interposed between the translucent light receiving front substrate (1) and the rear substrate (6), has a rear side sealing agent (5) having several through holes filled with heat conductive paste containing insulating particles with higher heat conductivity than the rear side sealing agent.    USE - For solar power system.    ADVANTAGE - The heat conductive paste filled sealing agent improves the heat radiation efficiency of the photovoltaic cell, resulting in improved efficiency of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell module.    translucent light receiving front substrate (1)    solar cell element (3)    connection tab (4)    rear side sealing agent (5)    rear substrate (6)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a frame attached to a solar cell module and snow guard structure (1) fixed to the frame. The structure has a snow guard portion (1b) which obstructs fall of snow on the solar cell module. A rotation prevention portion (1c) prevents rotation of the snow guard structure.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The snow is sufficiently dropped and snowy weight is endured efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of snow guard structure in solar energy power generation system.    snow guard structure (1)    fixed portion (1a)    snow guard portion (1b)    rotation prevention portion (1c)    fixed hole (1d)
NOVELTY - The system has a container (1) storing the cooling agent, attached to the non-light receiving surface (2) of the solar cell module (20). The solar cell module is cooled in day time using the cooling agent which solidifies during night time and liquefies in day time.    USE - For domestic and industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electric power generation efficiency by cooling the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the solar cell module of the solar power generation apparatus.    container (1)    non-light receiving surface (2)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - Power generation system has several solar cells whose output terminals are connected to a connection box (2), and several voltage-rise units (3a) for increasing output voltage of the solar cells. The connection box and voltage-rise units having guide channels, are secured to a rail (7) attached to wall surface, such that the connection box and voltage-rise units are movable along the rail in longitudinal direction.    USE - For installation on roof of residential building.    ADVANTAGE - The construction man-hour is reduced, and external appearance of residence is not impaired.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawings of attachment of box and voltage-rise unit to rail.    box (2)    voltage-rise unit (3a)    rail (7)    knockout (34a)    joint ring (62b)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) has a frame consisting of an aluminum material attached to the peripheral portion of electric power generation portion (2). The frame has a curve shaped overhang portion (7c).    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of frame is improved by overhang portion and material of construction is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text.)    solar cell module (1)    electric-power-generation portion (2)    translucent panel (3)    photovoltaic cell (4)    curve shaped overhang portion (7c)
NOVELTY - Solar-cell array comprises frame (1b) attached by the outer periphery of the elongated mounting stands (5) arranged at a predetermined direction and electric-power-generation portion (20). Solar-cell array comprises several solar cell modules (2) has support region. The cross-section of the frame in the sequence-direction center region is larger than the cross-section in the support region.    USE - For solar-power-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of the frame is increased and the resistance with respect to the disturbance by snow or storm is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the addition of bending moment to frame of the solar-cell array.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    frame (1b)    solar cell module (2)    mounting stands (5)    solar cell element (18)    electric-power-generation portion (20)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module fixation structure has plate with shape according to the surface shape of the roof in which the solar cell module (26) is installed. The plate comprises convex shapes supporting the periphery and center portions of the solar cell module respectively.    USE - For solar-power-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The bending of solar cell module is prevented and the electric-power-generation efficiency of the solar cell module is improved effectively and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the solar-power-generation apparatus.    roof lining board (1)    mounting portion (20)    contact support portion (21)    rafter (21)    solar cell module (26)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) comprises several solar cell elements arranged in the reverse side of a light transmissive board. The module consist of a solar cell element string (2) which forms shadow on the surface of the light transmissive board and a solar cell element string (3) which does not form shadow. The strings are arranged alternately, so that the strings are not connected in series.    USE - For solar energy power generation system used in the roof of the houses.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the whole solar energy power generation system is not reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the solar cell module and a top view of the solar energy power generation system.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell element strings (2,3)    roof (4)
NOVELTY - The solar power generation apparatus (100) consists of a solar cell panel (1') on a solar cell panel frame (6') and a handle (2') attached so as to rotate on the back side of the panel. A support (3') which sets an angle comprised by the panel and the ground at the time of use, is fixed to the handle in an unused state. The handle is reinforced by the support in the unused state.    USE - For use in outdoors such as beach and campsite.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the damage of the handle according to the force at the time of carrying the apparatus and prevents the user from getting injured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of portable solar power generation apparatus in opened state.    solar cell panels (1,1')    handles (2,2')    supports (3,3')    panel frames (6,6')    solar power generation apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - Frames (1-3) are arranged at the periphery of a solar cell panel. A tapping screw (7) penetrates a through-hole (3-1) of the square C-shaped frame (3) for fastening the two frames. A groove is formed along the frame (2) and shaped orthogonal to the longitudinal direction of the frame. The groove width is narrower than the diameter of the tapping screw while the groove length is longer than the diameter of the tapping screw for holding the screw head after fastening.    USE - For solar cell panels.    ADVANTAGE - Enables fixing of the module frame at various angle. Achieves low cost and highly reliable solar cell module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded view of the triangular-shaped solar cell module.    Frames (1-3)    Through-hole (3-1)    Tapping screw (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus for generating good quality electric energy has bevel gear fitted in the middle of the circular path. On the axis of the bigger gear of the bevel gear is fitted a lever bar arm to which an animal is yoked. On the axis of the smaller gear of the bevel gear, a pulley is fitted and next to it is fitted a hydraulic pump. There are two water tanks, one below ground and the other above ground on a platform. Hydraulic pump and the below ground water tank are joined with a pipe and another pipe joins the hydraulic pump and the above ground water tank. A drain pipe is fitted in the tank, and a gate valve is fitted in the drain pipe. A turbine is fitted under the drain pipe and an electric generator is coupled with the turbine. A pipe is fitted to facilitate the falling back of water to the below ground water tank. The lever bar arm is pulled when the animal yoked to it starts moving on the circular path in a irregular and variable motion, the hydraulic pump starts moving and water gets transferred to the above ground water tank by the pump and gets stored there in big quantity. Potential energy is generated in the stored water. When gate valve is opened, the stored water starts falling on the turbine in a constant and invariable motion and the turbine is turned by the constant and invariable pressure of the falling water and the electric generator also starts turning on constant and invariable RPM and electric energy of constant and invariable voltage is generated. The water, after turning the turbine, continues falling back in the below ground water tank. In this way constant and good quality electric energy is generated. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The adjusting mechanism (1) includes a mechanical coupling for adjusting and turning a photovoltaic module (2) with respect to a horizontal axis or vertical axis. A curved ring (6) or a curved disc is held by a retainer (10) to the frame structure (3) of the adjusting mechanism to adjust the photovoltaic module. The mechanical coupling includes a transmission component (7) for swiveling the photovoltaic module with respect to the vertical and horizontal axes.    USE - For adjusting the photovoltaic modules of a photovoltaic equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures improved connection and easy adjustment of the photovoltaic modules with respect to the vertical and horizontal axes using simple and economical mechanical coupling that can be operated manually or automatically. Ensures simple maintenance of the mechanical coupling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the photovoltaic equipment using the adjusting mechanism.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view showing the adjusting mechanism and an associated photovoltaic module.    Adjusting mechanism (1)    Photovoltaic module (2)    Frame structure (3)    Curved ring (6)    Transmission component (7)    Retainer (10)
NOVELTY - The muscle exercise and relaxation periods monitor has control facilities coordinating sets of exercises carried out on training apparatus. The muscle training sets of exercises follow a specific sequence.    USE - In medical equipment.
NOVELTY - The lamp has a solar power collector installed in an external area to collect solar light, and connected to light diffusers through an optical fiber cable. The collector has a concave mirror facing upward and protected by a convex dome made of reflexive glass or acrylic. The center base portion of the collector is coupled to the optical fiber cable comprising of optical fibers connected to the center portions of respective light diffusers installed indoors. Each light diffuser has a concave mirror facing downward and protected by a convex dome made of reflexive glass or acrylic.    USE - Solar-powered lamp.
NOVELTY - Method consists of firstly expelling at least a first component of a mixture, made up of at least a first component and at least an expulsion agent, in separation device (2), by supplying thermal energy from energy source (1) and transferring first component to an evaporator (3). An expulsion agent is introduced separately into a washer (6), a second component is added to the expelled first component in evaporator by forming a mixture. Mixture so formed is introducd and relieved, relieved energy is partially transformed into mechanical and/or thermal energy and relieved mixture is fed into expulsion washer where an expulsion agent is introduced. First component and expulsion agent form a mixture by releasing thermal energy and second component is increased and separated from the mixture. Mixture returns from expulsion washer into separating device and second component returns from expulsion washer into evaporator.    USE - The method is used to create mechanical energy in power installations.    ADVANTAGE - The mechanical energy thus created has high efficiency. It avoids many problems of existing installations. For example, heat from condensation can negatively affect the efficiency, only when the mixture is being condensed can current be produced as the current and the warmth from condensation are linked together. Also, typical energy/heat coupling arrangements normally driven by 'current-powered' or 'heat-powered' operational mode both of which lead to heat loss and energy inefficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of the method.    energy source (1)    separation device (2)    evaporator (3)    expulsion washer (6)
NOVELTY - The network has a programming server which receives the programming signal related to several broadcast channels. An encoding server encodes the channels in accordance with the tuned channels. The encoded channel contents forwarded to client or networked exercise machines through the access points. The received channel content is decoded during display on respective client or exercise machine.    USE - For networked exercise facility.    ADVANTAGE - The trial animation and training programmes are easily exchanged between exercise machines, hence the exercise training effect is improved and user's versatility is raised. The performance of the exercise machine is improved and exercise suited to the body physical condition is obtained easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for exercise device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of computing system used in the communication network.
NOVELTY - A framed photovoltaic module (10) comprises a photovoltaic panel (12) having an outer peripheral edge section (16), and a plastic frame section (14) molded about the outer peripheral edge section and having an edge detail complementary to the outer peripheral edge section.    USE - The framed photovoltaic module is used for a building component, e.g. window unit, door, or a skylight (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The framed photovoltaic module is inexpensive to fabricate and aesthetically pleasing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a window unit, a door, and a skylight comprising the framed photovoltaic module; and    (2) a method of forming a framed photovoltaic module comprising reacting in a mold having an interior cavity complementary to the plastic frame section an isocyanate component with an isocyanate-reactive component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic panel.    Framed photovoltaic module (10)    Photovoltaic panel (12)    Plastic frame section (14)    Outer peripheral edge section (16)    Substrate (18)    Solar cells (20)
NOVELTY - The exercise device (10) has two compressible structures (12,14) made of an open cell, viscoelastic memory foam such as Tempurpedic (RTM: Not defined), positioned between knees or ankles of user. Each compressible structure has a hemispherical insert that is less compressible than the respective compressible structures. The compressible structure has a strap (16) with a fastening mechanism such as Velcro (RTM: Not defined) for securing the compressible structure to the user.    USE - For use between knees/ankles.    ADVANTAGE - The exercise device relieves pain and fat storage by compressing the compressible structures between the legs of the user. The device provides a feedback about compression, encourages proper exercise form and continued use of the exercise device, while discouraging over exertion by the users.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) an exercising method; and    (2) an electronic media storing exercising program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the frontal view of the exercise device.    exercise devices (10,30)    compressible structures (12,14,32)    strap (16)    interface (20)    insert (34)
NOVELTY - A sensor coupled to selected location of effector providing isometric exercise for user, measures the force applied by the user, and accordingly determines the deformation of the effector. A controller (120) processes the data related to measured force and transfers processed data to host processing system to control virtual reality scenario based on manipulation of effector by the user.    USE - For use with video gaming system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the users to exercise during game play or computer simulations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for performing isometric exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of exercise device.    exercise device (10)    base (20)    U-shaped frame (32)    arms (33,35)    effector bar (110)    controller (120)
NOVELTY - The frameless tread base (106) is built by first forming an independently arched deck (108) as such that, when placed about a horizontal axis, the front and rear ends of the deck are lower than the deck middle part. Front and rear supports (102,104) are attached to the front and rear ends. An endless belt (110) is positioned over both supports and is movable around the deck.    USE - For making frameless tread base for treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - Provides treadmill improved cushioning properties while making treadmill inexpensive to manufacture and lightweight without using expensive or complex frame. Provides more challenging workout to treadmill users due to upwardly arched feature of deck.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a treadmill with a frameless tread base.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a perspective view of a treadmill with a frameless tread base.    Supports (102,104)    Frameless tread base (106)    Deck (108)    Endless belt (110)
NOVELTY - Device can be used for independent combined development of human being's intellectual and physical skills of based upon motivation. Device has personal computer, which has system unit, mouse, monitor and keyboard, photo-sensor that continuously registers duration of inter-pulse interval. Photo-sensor has to be part of pulse detector, which is connected to system unit of PC. It also has set of programs that control operation of personal computer. Device additionally has Exercycle with detector, Exercycle provided with shift detector, power mouse, amplifier-former, two foot-supports, Exercycle position of wheel lock and power source; links are also provided. There is output coming from left key of optical mouse's switch. Outputs ends with button fixed onto handle of exercycle wheel. Optical mouse which scans surface of ball of power mouse's rod controls position of cursor at display's screen through LPT. Shift detector disposed close to rotating wheel of exercycle and pulse detector are also electrically connected with LPT of PC's system unit and they are energized from power source. Device can be used in many branches of science and medicine.    USE - Medicine; pedagogy; sports and games trainer.    ADVANTAGE - Improved efficiency of training.5 dwg
NOVELTY - A physical therapy apparatus for an alternative medicine is provided to support a movement of a patient having a trouble in moving by oneself by making the respective physical therapy devices for arms, legs, and a waist operated automatically by a motor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The physical therapy apparatus for an alternative medicine includes a body frame (1), a pair of link pedals (4) formed on a lower part of the body frame and installed symmetrically on both sides of a pedal axle rotated to be connected to a driving motor installed in the body frame, a pair of link handles (6) formed on an upper part of the body frame and installed symmetrically on both sides of a handle axle connected to the pedal axle, and a chair (7) installed on one side of the body frame.
NOVELTY - A body health trimmer for conducting three-combined exercise of right and left motion, vibration and acupressure motion while listening to music is provided to enlarge capillary vessels, stabilize blood pressure, improve blood circulation of backbone and five viscera and six entrails and perform acupressure therapy for calves by fabricating a music circuit board and a speaker in the trimmer.    USE - Body training machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The body health trimmer comprises: a slider plate (2A) of a foot holder (2) which is placed on a rail plate (3) at the front of a case having an elongated guidance hole; a protruded bar (2B) which is fixed to the slider plate, connected to a cam plate (6) fixed on a shaft (4A) of a motor (4) by a link (6) to move the foot holder right and left; a supporting plate (8) of a supporter in which an electro-motive bar (12) is fitted; an actuation bar (11) movably fitted in a supporting piece (10) and a cam plate fixed to a shaft (13A) of a motor (13) which are connected together by a link (15); an actuation arm (11A) of the actuation bar which is coupled in an elliptical hole formed in a protrusion (12A) of the electro-motive bar by a pin (16); and a foot supporter (18) which is fixed on a transverse supporting bar (17) by a clip (19). The foot supporter has acupressure protrusions (18A) to stimulate acupoints in feet and legs of a human body.
NOVELTY - Several photovoltaic cells are packed up by a strip-shaped film (10). The strip-shaped film is wound along a direction parallel to a collector electrode (2). The tightening strength of the film along the direction parallel to a collector electrode (1) is weaker than the tightening strength of the film along the direction parallel to the other collector electrode (2).    USE - Used for photovoltaic cells used in solar cell modules.    ADVANTAGE - Damage to the photovoltaic cell during packing and conveyance is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the package of a photovoltaic cell.    first collector electrode (1)    second collector electrode (2)    photovoltaic cell (3)    strip-shaped film (10)
NOVELTY - The module has fillers arranged at the backside and light receiving surface side of a solar cell element. A high filler (21) is arranged between the low fillers (20, 22) of a softening point. A low filler (20) of softening point, touches the solar element. Another low filler (22) of the softening point, touches a translucent substrate and reverse side material.    USE - For building.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electric insulation performance and ensures weather-resistance ability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the filler in the solar cell module.    low fillers (20, 22)    high filler (21)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has a back side protective layer (5), a back side filler (4), a solar cell element (3), a light receiving surface side filler (2) and a translucent substrate (1) accommodated sequentially inside a case. The back side protective layer is a metal plate. A communicating hole is formed in the side wall of the back side protective layer.    USE - Used for a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The permeation of water and sand through the front surface, side face and back surface of the solar cell module is prevented without reducing the effective electric power generation area by storing the substrate, fillers, solar cell element and protective layer in a case. Damage of the translucent substrate is prevented by preventing exposure of the substrate end face. The production cost of the solar cell module is reduced by eliminating the need for using the frame or new protective layer. The generation of electric leakage from the solar cell element is prevented by using the back side protective layer. The generation of air bubbles inside the solar cell module is prevented and the production yield of the solar cell is improved by providing a communicating hole in the side wall of the back side effective layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the structure of the solar cell panel of the solar cell module.    translucent substrate (1)    light receiving surface side filler (2)    solar cell element (3)    back side filler (4)    back side protective layer (5)    connection wire (6)
NOVELTY - A liquid layer (Z) with non-adhesive material is arranged with respect to a light receiving surface-side sealing agent (2) and back-side sealing agent (4). The light receiving surface-side sealing agent is arranged on reverse side of a solar cell element (3). The back-side sealing agent is formed on light receiving surface of the solar cell element between translucent substrate (1) and a reverse side sheet (5).    USE - For building.    ADVANTAGE - The recycle of the solar cell element is easily performed with low cost. The electric output of the solar cell element is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell module.    translucent substrate (1)    light receiving surface-side sealing agent (2)    solar cell element (3)    back-side sealing agent (4)    reverse side sheet (5)    connection wiring (6)    liquid layer (Z)
NOVELTY - A solar cell panel (1) has photovoltaic cell (1a) at surface and rotates freely along perpendicular rotary axis. A pulling control unit (8) pulls up rope (10) bonded with lower portion of the solar cell panel and controls angle of solar cell panel with a predetermined angle. The panel fixing unit (9) opens/releases solar cell panel by the load of predetermined snow coverage.    USE - For solar-power-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents reduction of electric-power-generation efficiency by snow coverage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic views of the solar-power-generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    solar cell panel (1)    photovoltaic cell (1a)    pulling control unit (8)    panel fixing unit (9)    rope (10)
NOVELTY - The module has a photovoltaic submodule with a set of solar cells interposed between two light-transmitting substrates through an intermediary of an encapsulant. A connecting lead extends between the substrates for outputting electric current. A terminal box (30) is attached nearer to an edge of the submodule that houses a connecting part between the lead and a cable for outputting the current. An outer frame is set around an outer circumference of the submodule. An opening through which the lead and the box are inserted is provided to the frame at a position that receives the box.    USE - Used for converting light energy into electric energy in a photovoltaic power generation system for residential application.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic module does not need a terminal box of a particular shape, and reduces ineffective parts which do not contribute to power generation, thereby preventing enlargement of the solar cell. The module has enhanced conversion efficiency, prevents damage to the connecting lead, and prevents insulation failure without excessively thickening the insulating coating of the lead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view depicting a photovoltaic module.    Photovoltaic module (1)    Solar cell (11)    Rim part (27)    Terminal box (30)
NOVELTY - The plant has a number of power plants (D) connected in series and driven by compressed air, where the hydroelectric plants have an airtight tank partially filled with water, and are connected together with a pneumatic circuit. An endless chain is rotated around upper and lower cog-wheels and is positioned inside the airtight tank, and a set of containers is attached to the chain at equal distances from each other.    USE - Used on a recycled ship anchored close to power the shore.    ADVANTAGE - The power plants are connected together with the pneumatic circuit, thus utilizing the same flow of compressed gas that enters in one power plant and exits from another power plant while producing growing energy with the same volume of gas that expands at shallower depth, and displacing more liquid for a bigger buoyant force.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of the power plant.    Power plant (D)    Tight cover (D-3)    Check valve (D-6)    Pipeline (D-7)    Gas lines (21-D)
NOVELTY - Provided is a sandbag capable of controlling a lighting position and a lighting speed to let a user exercise or play a game correspondingly to a personal physical strength, and to obtain the effect of interest induction and removed stress.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The sandbag comprises a target(10) having a plurality of lamps, a target support part(30), a motor, a distributor, a rotation device, a motor driving switch, and a target control part. The motor is formed to generate a rotation force required to the distributor which is installed at the same axis as the axis of the rotation device. The axis of the rotation device is connected to an axis of the motor by a power source transmission section. The distributor is formed to control a lighting position and a lighting speed by letting the distributor simultaneously rotate with the rotation device and connect to an electric circuit at a specific point. And the target control part has a counter to count a number of hitting points(20) of the target to which lamps are adhered.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A chair used for waist exercise is provided to induce correct rotary motion by offsetting irregular vibration of the seat plate by comprising a sliding unit which slides along the edge of the seat plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In the chair used for waist exercise, a seat plate performs eccentric rotation motion on the base plate. A driving shaft (15) protruded on the upper surface of the base plate and the end of the driven shaft (25) are connected to the center of the seat plate with a bearing. A motor for performing eccentric motion of the seat plate is installed in the lower side of the base plate. A guide hole (101), in which a moving guide plate (100) is installed, is formed in the space between the base plate and the seat plate. The center portion of the guide hole is restricted by the driven shaft.
NOVELTY - A running deck for treadmill is provided to be easily maintained, and managed and maintain the running of the running belt smooth, and let a user enjoy exercising indoor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A conductive metal plate is connected to the upper surface of the sliding board of the running deck(18) for treadmill with an adhesive. A Teflone having a predetermined thickness is connected to the upper surface of the metal plate with an adhesive. The metal plate is composed of an aluminium plate or a copper plate. The adhesive is NBR. A ground wire connected to the ground is connected to the metal plate. Therefore, coefficient of friction is reduced and the static electricity is discharged.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has an inner leads (7a,7b) connected electrically to a light-receiving surface bus-bar electrode (4a) and reverse side bus-bar electrode (5a). The thickness of the inner lead is gradually reduced towards its front end (A).    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical output of solar cell module is improved and separation of inner lead from bus-bar electrode, is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell module.    semiconductor substrate (1)    bus-bar electrodes (4a,5a)    inner lead (7a)    front end (A)    main region (B)
NOVELTY - Thermoplastic resin sheet has a thermoplastic resin layer containing thermoplastic resin having number average molecular weight of 18500-40000 and titanium dioxide (5-40 wt.%). The resin sheet has light transmittance of 0.005-10% for light of wavelength 300-350 nm, relative reflectance of 80-105%, apparent density of 1.37-1.65 g/cm3 and optical density of 0.55-3.50.    USE - For solar cell reverse side protection sheet used in solar cell module (both claimed), for roof of house, electric and electronic components.    ADVANTAGE - Thermoplastic resin sheet is excellent in weather resistance, hydrolysis proof property, interfacial removal prevention property, and is inexpensive. The resin sheet improves the battery exchange efficiency of solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) thermoplastic resin sheet laminate;    (b) solar cell reverse side protection sheet (4) using the resin sheet or laminate for reverse side sealing agent of solar cell; and    (c) solar cell module (10) using the solar cell reverse side protection sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell using the thermoplastic resin sheet.    Light ray transmissive material (1)    Photovoltaic cell (2)    Filling resin (3)    Solar cell reverse side protection sheet (4)    Lead wire (5)    Solar cell module (10)
NOVELTY - A housing (16a) comprises terminal boards (18-18c) arranged so as to be mutually parallel, such that the lead frames (24a-24c) are connected to respective terminal boards. The terminal boards have respective heat-radiation areas, such that heat radiation area of the terminal board (18c) is less than heat radiation area of terminal board (18a) which is less than heat radiation area of terminal board (18b).    USE - For solar cell module installed in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - The heat is thermally radiated from each bypass diode, thereby suppressing large rise in temperature of bypass diode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the terminal box apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    bypass diodes (11a,11b)    housing (16a)    terminal boards (18a-18c)    lead frame (24a-24c)
NOVELTY - The generation apparatus has a solar-cell array (1) arranged at predetermined angle with respect to the vertical axis, so that the light receiving surface (1a) of solar-cell array receives sunlight reflected by the concave or plane mirror (2) arranged at predetermined angle.    USE - For condensing type solar power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power is generated efficiently without the requirement of tracking apparatus. The snow coverage is prevented by placing light receiving surface at predetermined angle with respect to vertical axis.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the solar-power-generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    solar-cell array (1)    light-receiving surface (1a)    mirror (2)    reflective surface (2a)
NOVELTY - The rotational force of water turbines (1) is applied to a main shaft (2).    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Large horsepower is obtained since water turbines are attached for 500 meters or 1000 meter based on topography and conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of a water turbine.    Water turbines (1)    Main shaft (2)    Water turbine reinforcing material (3)    Generator room (4)
NOVELTY - A lift valve (10) is arranged at the curved part of a fluid pipeline (1), or at the downstream of a curved pipe (E) interposing the fluid pipeline. This lift valve includes a vertically movable valve body (5) with a blade (23) around the outer periphery. The rotation direction of the valve body may be set according to the curving of the curved part.    USE - For electricity generation using rotation of lift valve body.    ADVANTAGE - Enlarges electricity produced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of an electricity generator.    Fluid pipeline (1)    Valve body (5)    Lift valve (10)    Blade (23)    Curved pipe (E)
NOVELTY - A water tank (10) stores rainwater to be supplied to a water turbine (9). With the water turbine driven by water pressure from the tank, the stator (4), connected to the turbine via gearwheel type speed increaser, is rotated. The rotating direction of the turbine runs counter to that of the windmill (1).    USE - For electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - Provides back-up electricity generation using water turbine in case prevailing wind speed is not strong enough to drive windmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of a wind-powered generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Windmill (1)    Rotor (3)    Stator (4)    Water turbine (9)    Water tank (10)
NOVELTY - The sensor units (SU1-SUn) provides the user's vital information during exercising of user using the content delivered from the center apparatus (CS) to user terminals (UT1-UTn). The center apparatus determines whether the user's momentum calculated based on the received vital information is within the target value. The center apparatus changes the frame of exercise content data according to the change request from the user terminal, and delivers it to the user terminal, when the user's momentum is determined to be not within the target value.    USE - For assisting indoor exercise for user through communication network.    ADVANTAGE - Assists user for optimal exercising according to the user's athletic ability or change of condition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for exercise support method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of exercise support system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    center apparatus (CS)    sensor units (SU1-SUn)    user terminals (UT1-UTn)    communication network (NW)
NOVELTY - The trailing edges (1a) of rotor nozzle blade (1) are supported by diaphragm ring (2) of height (Hr) and outer ring (3) of curvature height (Ht), such that Ht greater than or equal to Hr. The value of Ht lies between 5-50 mm, and value of Hr lies between 5-40 mm. The edges of the blades are curved and the intermediate portion between the edges are straight. A flow passage (4) is formed in the nozzle, such that the diameter of the passage expands from upstream to downstream stage.    USE - For use in motors of power plant.    ADVANTAGE - Improves blade efficiency of turbine nozzle, hence power generation efficiency is enhanced, reducing the secondary flow loss without increasing blade height.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows nozzle blade of an axial flow tribune which is viewed from the outlet of the nozzle blade.    nozzle blade (1)    trailing edge (1a)    inner ring (2)    outer ring (3)    flow passage (4)
NOVELTY - The module has a string of solar cells and is constituted by electrically connecting adjacent solar cells to one another by wiring line units (2). A base material of each wiring line unit has a plastic strain of 2 percent in a drawing direction. Each solar cell is constituted of a crystalline wafer with a thickness of 200 microns. The plastic strain in the drawing direction on the front surface side of the solar cells differs from that of a portion of the wiring line member on the back surface side of the solar cells.    USE - Used for converting solar energy into electric energy.    ADVANTAGE - The base material of each wiring line unit has the plastic strain of specific percent in the drawing direction, thus reducing the warping of the solar cells due to a linear expansion coefficient difference between the units, and hence effectively preventing damages to the module without incurring cost increase.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar cell module.    Solar cell (1)    Wiring line units (2)    Solar cell module (3)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a method for manufacturing a box transformer substation for self-supplied solar energy lighting and operation supply, which designs a slope header tilting to one direction above the box of the substation then covers a colorful solar energy battery silicon chip set onto the header, besides, a lead in the box is used to connect an electric energy distribution device and the solar energy battery silicon chip set on the header then to connect it with the appliances in the substation, which can collect and store the energy transferred by each solar energy battery to solve the problem of its own lighting and operation supply.
NOVELTY - The floated and towed hydropower generator includes a boat in the river and towed ashore with front and back cables, a generator set, and vane wheels fixed on the boat with partial vanes immersed in water and connected via transmission mechanism to the generator set. Water flow impacts vanes to rotate vane wheels, the vane wheel shafts transmit the kinetic energy to the generator set via transmission mechanism, the generator set produces electric power, and the electric power is transmitted via the cable to the power station. The present invention has the advantages of no need of building dam,no ecological destruction, no need of migration, low cost, movability, etc. and may be developed in conditioned river.
NOVELTY - A power sensing hub (122) senses the power applied to the bicycle wheel (112). A variable resistance arrangement (102) performs variable resisting of the rotation of wheel based on sensed power.    USE - For bicycle-type exercise system.    ADVANTAGE - Provides control of the braking force that resists the rotation of wheel, regardless of the form of braking mechanism.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for controlling resistance arrangement in bicycle-type exercise system; and    (2) resistance arrangement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an isometric view of exercise system.    exercise system (100)    variable resistance arrangement (102)    wheel (112)    bicycle (114)    power sensing hub (122)
NOVELTY - The physical therapy device (100) has cords (114a,114b) for attachment to foot or leg of patient, and positionally adjustable stop plate (109) with one aperture through which cords are threaded, positioned in front of patient's position on treadmill. The cord stops (116a,116b) are fixed to the cords, and are positioned between patient's position and stop plate. A spring (103) for resisting movement of cords, is attached to cords, at backside of stop plate.    USE - For leg swing assist device for use in conjunction with treadmill, for rehabilitation of patients with leg and spinal cord injuries and other gait pathologies.    ADVANTAGE - Provides assistance to forward swing of walking stride, along with rearward stride assistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for rehabilitation of patient with pathology affecting function of leg.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the physical therapy device.    physical therapy device (100)    spring (103)    cord plate (109)    cords (114a,114b)    cord stops (116a,116b)
NOVELTY - A translator (13) transmits the performance of user during virtual race on exercise device including treadmill (12), at different time to computer (14). The computer compares the user's performance at different time, mutually to determine the completion order of race for user.    USE - For exercise system.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables several users on several exercise devices, to interact in a competitive environment irrespective of network latency and participation time of user.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Data is translated between different protocol formats to enable communication between a computer and exercise device.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an exercise system providing a competitive environment;    (2) a method for enabling user interaction; and    (3) a method for enabling users to compete in a virtual race.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the exercise system.    exercise system (10)    treadmill (12)    translator (13)    computer (14)    control panel (23)
NOVELTY - A communication interface cooperating with a user interface of an exercise mechanism, communicates with a communication system for receiving a packetized real-time signal including a synchronized control signal from a trainer. The received packetized signal is reproduced and operating parameters of the exercise mechanism are controlled in real-time based on the control signal carried by the packetized signal.    USE - For home exercise device such as tread mill.    ADVANTAGE - The exercise device facilitates live, interactive communications between the user at home and trainer at remote location, which enables the trainer to control the operating parameters of the exercise device on a live, real time basis.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the computer in the exercise system.
NOVELTY - The water turbine (17) at the middle of water pipe path comprises an impeller (23) having the shape of specific speed Ns defined by a specific formula relating water turbine rotation speed, flow rate and available-head, where the generating-mode characteristics at the time of normal driving and non-restrictive driving corresponds to nominal rotation speed and non-restrictive rotation speed respectively.    USE - For water turbine e.g. pump reverse-rotation water turbine, in-line type water turbine.    ADVANTAGE - The flywheel of countermeasure against non-restrictive driving is eliminated. The pressure fluctuation snubber and flow rate fluctuation at the time of non-restrictive driving poking is reduced and also pressure fluctuation within a distribution pipe is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) water-turbine electric power generating apparatus; and    (2) operating method of water turbine electric power generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of water-turbine electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    water-turbine electric power generating apparatus (12)    suction inlet (15)    discharge opening (16)    water-turbine (17)    impeller (23)
NOVELTY - A bio-information analyzer (113) analyzes the bio-information of user and an analyzer (115) analyzes the position of the user during an exercise. A data generator (116) outputs the pacemaking information about the pace adjustment of an exercise based on the analysis results.    USE - For performing exercise pace adjustments during walking, jogging and other physical training related to athletes.    ADVANTAGE - The pace adjustment is done easily and effectively without need for any special trainer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) exercise pace adjustment method; and    (2) recording medium storing exercise pace adjusting device program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of exercise pace adjusting device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    start button (102)    operation unit (103)    timer (104)    global positioning system (GPS) receiver (105)    bio-information analyzer (113)    course information analyzer (115)    data generator (116)
NOVELTY - The device has a crystalline semiconductor substrate (2) with a separate processed side surface formed by separating process. The side surface is interposed between two main surfaces of the semiconductor substrate. The separate processed side surface includes a laser processed region formed by laser process and a cut processed region formed by cutting process. The laser processed region is a region extending from one main surface towards the other main surface without reaching a semiconductor layer.    USE - Solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The separate processed side surface includes the laser processed region formed by the laser process and the cut processed region formed by the cutting process, thus eliminating occurrence of a leak current, and suppressing reductions in open voltage and fill factor from time to time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacturing method of a photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of forming trenches on a structure by irradiating a laser beam onto the structure.    Crystalline semiconductor substrate (2)    Intrinsic amorphous semiconductor layer (3)    Amorphous semiconductor layers (4, 8)    Structure (13)    Trenches (15)
NOVELTY - Preparing integrated solar battery, characterized in comprising the following steps of: 1. using semi-insulating gallium arsenide single crystal wafer as a substrate; 2.using gas phase precipitation and liquid phase epitaxial growth of metallo-optic compound to grow an epitaxial piece of the solar battery; 3. adopting multiple etching, coating and alloying processes to separate the epitaxial piece into units; 4. linking and packaging to make these units into an integrated solar battery chip.    USE - For solar cells.
NOVELTY - The strip includes a substrate (12) made of flexible waterproof material. A set of electrically connected rigid solar cell groups (13) are arrayed on the surface of the substrate. Sufficient gaps are provided in-between the adjacent cell groups, such that folding of the substrate is enabled. Stacking of the substrates is permitted under their flat states.    USE - For generating electrical energy by using photovoltaic cells at rooftops of various types.    ADVANTAGE - Easy handling and transportation is facilitated by the folding arrangement of the substrate. The waterproof material for the substrate enables usage as base material for roof.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) assembly method for strips; and    (2) installation method for solar cell roofing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial top view of the strip.    substrate (12)    solar cell groups (13)    output line (21)    junction box (22)    power cable (23)
NOVELTY - A solar cell panel (P) is formed by arranging the cell elements between light receiving side and rear surface side portions. A module frame (W1) fixed to the panel has cut-out grooves (27a) that extends from the inner periphery to the outer periphery of light receiving surface side portion.The grooves has restriction portions (4) with minimum opening width on the inner periphery of a terminal portion (5) which is formed on the outer surface of the frame.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The contamination on the light receiving surface is efficiently prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the solar cell module.    restriction portion (4)    terminal portion (5)    grooves (27a)    solar cell panel (P)    module frame (W1)
NOVELTY - The leg exercise apparatus (1000) has a resisting structure (300), to resist the movement of the exerciser. A leg exercising structure (400) is operatively associated with the resisting structure, to exercise the leg of the exerciser. The leg exercising structure has a calf support (430) which is operatively associated with a converting structure (500). The converting structure has a gravity latch device (510) comprising a pawl and ratchet wheel, to convert from a leg extension exercise to a leg curl exercise.    USE - For strengthening legs of exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - The leg exercise apparatus accommodates the exerciser so that movable structural elements, providing engagement with the weights, are more conveniently located so that exerciser can focus on the physical exertion of the exercise activity. The gravity latch device eliminates the need for pop-in/pop-out pins.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) leg exercise apparatus fabricating method; and    (2) gravity latch device fabricating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the leg exercise apparatus.    seat (100)    support structure (200)    resisting structure (300)    leg exercising structure (400)    calf support (430)    converting structure (500)    gravity latch device (510)    leg exercise apparatus (1000)
NOVELTY - The swing stepper comprises a stepper (30) axially provided at certain inclination to base (10) with both ends to be stepped on by user to alternatively swing up and down and in the course of the reciprocal swing of the stepper. A pair of pedals (31) is provided on both distal ends of the stepper.    USE - For exercising.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the user to alternatively bend or pull straight both legs to step on the pedals in coordination with the motion of twisting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the swing stepper.    base (10)    handle bar (20)    stepper (30)    pedals (31)    inner shaft (71)    sleeve (72)
NOVELTY - The exercise apparatus (10) has a seat bar (22) that is pivotally attached to low profile frame (14) for supporting user of 1000 pounds weight, and a pair of rocking bar (50) pivotally attached to respective stems (16) and seat bar. The handlebars and oversized foot pedals (18) are adjustably connected to the stems, and a piston (24) is connected to the frame and stem bar at its respective ends.    USE - For exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the obese persons to obtain cardiac and strength training workout without placing pressure on their joints, and ensures to accommodate larger foot and arms of different lengths. Also provides comfort and stability to the persons during exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of exercise apparatus.    exercise apparatus (10)    seat (12)    low profile frame (14)    stem (16)    pedal (18)    seat bar (22)    piston (24)    rocking bar (50)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a weight-measuring part placed to contact a bottom of a lower limb. The weight-measuring part measures a weight loaded on the lower limb to generate weight data. A joint angle-measuring part measures an angle of a joint of the lower limb to generate joint angle data. A controller generates result data from the measured weight data and joint angle data and weight data and joint angle data of reference data. A display part displays the result data generated by the controller to a user.    USE - Used for lower-limb rehabilitation training of a patient.    ADVANTAGE - The weight-measuring part and joint angle-measuring part measure the weight load and changes in the joint angle, thus determining the usage of a paralyzed lower limb, and hence enabling lower-limb rehabilitation training based upon the determined usage of the paralyzed lower limb. The apparatus provides rehabilitation training in a cost effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for lower-limb rehabilitation training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of a patient`s lower-limb rehabilitation training apparatus.
NOVELTY - A non-imaging solar concentrator (24) collect the light beams from an aplanatic optical imaging system (10). A multi-junction solar cell receives the collected light and generates an electrical output.    USE - For multi-junction solar energy system.    ADVANTAGE - A highly concentrated sunlight is produced at reduced cost, due to its simplified structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of a multi-junction solar energy system.    optical system (10)    entrance apertures (12,25)    secondary mirror (14)    exit aperture (16)    dielectric (22)    non-imaging concentrator (24)    incident bean (28)
NOVELTY - A cable is arranged in a closed loop about the pulleys on opposite ends of the frame (110) of exercise device (100). The device is placed on the floor such that the handles (118) connected to discrete side of the loop, are accessible from upward position. The handles are grasped and the body is located in push-up position. A push-up process is performed while moving the handles towards one another.    USE - For performing convergent chest press exercise, inner thigh exercise, outer thigh exercise and torso exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Enables performing convergent arm exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of exercise device.    exercise device (100)    frame (110)    handle (118)    force receiving elements (131,132)
NOVELTY - The exercise is engaged with one or more wheel which is wiped the colloid on their surface. The electricity produced by friction on the surface of wheel. The weight of colloid is so thin to be perfectly covered with one or more wheels. To generate a friction, it is rapidly for the wheel to rotate with surface smoothly.
NOVELTY - The device has a matting (2) for putting the buttocks, and draft-spring bodies (3a) for legs fixed to the rear end and front-edge vicinity of the matting. An ankle fixture (4a) is adhered to the tip of the draft-spring body.    USE - Used for training muscles and strengthening muscular strength of both legs.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures safety of use. Simplifies training both legs according to physical strength. Enables reinforcing muscular strength to elderly people and person with difficulty of walk.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the leg muscle force-strengthening device.    Leg muscle force strengthening device (1)    Matting (2)    Draft-spring bodies (3a)    Ankle fixture (4a)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (1) has photovoltaic cell (11) at its upper surface. An electric power supply module (2) has electrical storage section to charge electric power and control section to control the charging and electric power feeding to exterior. The solar cell module is made to incline by specific elevation angle such that its upper surface turns to sunlight and puts against a case (21) of electric power supply module, when solar cell module and electric power supply module are connected electrically and charging is performed.    USE - For solar power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The amount with which electric power supply module directly interrupted from sunlight and the sunlight directly irradiated by the case of electric power supply module are reduced relatively and the temperature rise of the case is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of solar power generation apparatus.    solar cell module (1)    upper surface (1e)    electric power supply module (2)    photovoltaic cell (11)    band (12)    terminal box (16)    case (21)
NOVELTY - The light receiving surface side of the solar cell element (1) are sealed by the sealing agent (3) and the translucent element (2). The frame (5) is placed at the periphery of the solar cell element. The back sheet (4) containing thermoplastic resin attaches the frame to the solar cell element.    USE - For e.g. solar cell module with frame.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion time and manufacturing cost of solar cell module with frame are reduced sharply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell module with frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of solar cell module with frame.    solar cell element (1)    transculent element (2)    sealing agent (3)    back sheet (4)    frame (5)
NOVELTY - The bench has a support portion (4) on which a person lies or sits, where the support portion is spaced from a floor (6). The support portion includes a head end and a foot end. An extension portion is positioned at or adjacent to a head end of the support portion. The extension portion is formed such that a widest part of the extension portion is positioned adjacent to a location of a person`s shoulder when lying on a support portion.    USE - Used for performing a fitness exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The extension portion is formed in such a way that the widest part of the extension portion is positioned adjacent to the location of the person`s shoulder when lying on the support portion, thus preventing the risk of injury to a person when doing fitness exercises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of an exercise bench.    Bench (2)    Support portion (4)    Floor (6)    Base (8)    Legs (10)
NOVELTY - The array has two branches connected electrically in parallel by opposite ends of positive and negative polarities, respectively. Each branch has photoelectric cells. One end has a blocking module to block an electrical current coming from a nearest branch. Another end has a blocking module to limit the propagation of a flash over, towards the nearest branch, induced by an electric arc at a level of the cell of related branch, to a value less than or equal to a rated current value of the related branch ranging between 0 and 0.5 A.    USE - Used for being implanted on a spacecraft (claimed) such as a satellite.    ADVANTAGE - One of the two blocking modules limit the propagation of the flash over, towards the nearest branch, induced by the arc at the level of the cell of related branch, to the value less than or equal to the rated current value of the related branch ranging between 0 and 0.5 A, thus avoiding damage of the cells by the arcs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a spacecraft comprising a photovoltaic solar array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photovoltaic solar array to be implanted on a spacecraft.
NOVELTY - The design has a vibration massage device (20) to transmit and/or receive information to and/or from a control unit and including a vibration body arranged above a vibration source. The vibration body is provided in a predetermined position and outside a receiving space. A massage unit is arranged above the vibration body as a part for contact with a human body. An adjusting unit adjusts vibration frequency and amplitude of the source.    USE - Used for a gym machine (Claimed) e.g. treadmill, exercise machine, aerobic walk, ski machine, elliptical trainer and barbell bench, that is utilized for exercising and workout by modern people.    ADVANTAGE - The vibration massage device reduces the muscle pain of the people working out in the gym machine, thus increasing functionality and auxiliary value of the gym machine. The adjusting unit adjusts the vibration frequency and the vibration amplitude of the source, thus adjusting function of the vibration massage device and hence satisfying various requirements of the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a three-dimensional schematic view of a gym machine.    Gym machine (1)    Vibration massage device (20)    Control unit (30)    Display (32)    Adjusting unit (34)
NOVELTY - Fitness apparatus has a screen with three-dimensional picture. The screen has an LCD, a plasma , projection, laser-based or LED display screen or is an OLED. The screen is equipped with an filer array, barrier screen and or wave screen. The fitness apparatus can be adapted for walking, jogging, and/or cycling. On the screen is a visual representation of laps covered, the chosen degree of difficulty, length of training session and/or virtual running or cycling speed. Fitness apparatus and screen are connected, or alternatively separate from one another.    USE - The fitness appartus is used to maintain personal health and fitness.    ADVANTAGE - The invention shows data about the user's training in a three-dimensional way. It is clearer, more visible and therefore more motivational, leading to fewere breaks in training and longer and more intense training sessions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of the fitness apparatus with screen. No parts are described.
NOVELTY - The invention provides a treadmill controller, which mainly arranges non-contact gage in arrays on the left and right sides of running plate of treadmill to detect the position of feet at any moment,and calculate the speed of runner according to the march distance and time, then automatically control the speed of treadmill according to the speed of runner.
NOVELTY - A game medium provided on a substrate, has a quantum well structure formed of a semiconductor material and provides gain to electromagnetic radiation by transitioning between sub-bands created in a quantum well in the quantum structure. The reflectors perpendicular to the substrate, confines electromagnetic radiation at a predetermined frequency range. A spacer unit with the gain medium being sandwiched between the reflectors, formed from a material different from that of gain medium, spaces the reflectors from each other at a predetermined distance.    USE - For electromagnetic radiation generating or detecting device.    ADVANTAGE - The oscillation threshold can be reduced relatively and readily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) system apparatus for sensing characteristics of an object; and    (2) method of fabricating device for generating or detecting electromagnetic radiation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the device for generating or detecting radiation.    substrate (1)    spacer layer (3)    electrodes (5,9)    indium-gallium-arsenide (InGaN) layer (4)    active layer (10)    opening (13)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a set of two parallel arcuate rails (22) joined to a frame structure (11) at opposite ends, and the rails providing a track rising from each end. A wheeled carriage riding on the rails in side-to-side movement rises to a maximum height at the center of the track, and descends from the center to each side. A power band is attached to the carriage, and engaging mechanisms are mounted on the underlying frame structure at opposite sides of center of the track.    USE - Used by a skier to simulate motions, exertions and techniques involved in skiing, and rehabilitation that simulates the range of motion and balance required in sports.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the apparatus effectively provides an adjustability of power band tension, and provides additional pivoting action for suspended footpad assemblies, thus providing a realistic simulation of skiing movements and dynamics in varying skiing terrain. The apparatus accurately reproduces the lateral movements required in sports, thereby increasing user`s strength and skill while preventing an injury to the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevation view of a frame structure of a ski-exercising device.    Frame structure (11)    Tubing structure (16)    Arcuate rails (22)    Belt guides (24)    Support unit (31)
NOVELTY - The cycle has a primary frame with a base frame and an upright frame extending from one end of the base frame. A secondary frame is positioned over the primary frame. A position-adjusting mechanism (30) includes a main body (31) fixed on the secondary frame and displaces a seat (22) on a tube (32) relative to the main body in response to user manipulation of a control lever (33), which extends from the tube.    USE - Used by people for carrying out physical exercises.    ADVANTAGE - The position-adjusting mechanism displaces a seat on a tube relative to the main body in response to user manipulation of the control lever, thus achieving easy adjustment of the position of the seat on the cycle. The cycle is hence made more convenient to use than the conventional recumbent cycle where the seat position is adjustable by screwing action. The avoidance of the screwing action in the cycle makes the recumbent cycle simple in construction and easy to operate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a recumbent cycle.    Primary frame (10)    Base frame (11)    Secondary frame (20)    Seat (22)    Position-adjusting mechanism (30)    Main body (31)    Tube (32)    Control lever (33)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a set of rotary drums (130) and stationary drums (126) arranged in a set of rows. A casing is connected to the stationary drums which allows a small amount of water to be gradually introduced into the rotary drums through a through- hole. A cover is provided at an end of the casing, where great amount of power is transmitted to a generator (104) by use of waterpower. An auxiliary drain nozzle is provided at a lower end of the cover to discharge air to an outside, when amount of water is introduced into the rotary drums.    USE - Used for generating hydropower.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of multiple rotary drums enables small-scale power generation using a small river and achieves an improvement in product quality and reliability. The apparatus has less impact on ecosystems of the small river which is easily installed near the small river wherever there is a gentle gradient. The apparatus achieves an efficient utilization of installation space while achieving minimum environmental disruption and achieves considerable reduction in use of fossil fuel and energy. The great amount of power is transmitted to the generator by use of waterpower to achieve a great amount of power in spite of the relatively compact overall size of the apparatus. The ventilation nozzles discharge the air to the outside, when great amount of water is introduced into the rotary drums, thus preventing malfunction due to overload of the apparatus. The casing allows small amount of water to be gradually introduced into the rotary drum through the through- holes, thus eliminating the risk of water leakage out of the cover.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a compact hydropower generation apparatus.    Generator (104)    Water reservoir (101)    Power generating device (120)    Stationary drums (126)    Rotary drums (130)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a frame of four vertical legs secured together by horizontal rails. An H frame telescopes into top ends of respective legs on one end of the frame. A barbell (23) is clamped at a selectable location on the horizontal rails for providing resistance to performing dead lifts. Handles (44A, 44B) are detachably attached to various locations on the frame. A speed controller is provided for super slow repetitions.    USE - Used for performing exercises.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables a user to design a program directed to his specific needs and enables a user to perform a long list of unique exercises for the whole body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an assembled exercises performing apparatus.    Horizontal upper rail (20)    Bar bell (23)    Cross bar (30)    Cross floor bar (40)    Handles (44A, 44B)
NOVELTY - A recuperation exercising apparatus that is usable in multiple postures and a method for using the same are provided to help exercising of various disabled persons having problems in his/her upper or lower body.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The recuperation exercising apparatus(10) that is usable in multiple postures comprises: a housing(11) having a motor(12) detachably coupled therein by interposing a bracket(11a); a rotary plate(13) detachably coupled to a rotary shaft(12a) of the motor; a rotary support(14) having at least one fixing band and coupled to a radial portion of the rotary plate; and a control panel(15) electrically connected to the motor and having a plurality of key buttons and display device, the control panel being used to control a rotation range, direction, speed, and time.
NOVELTY - A fabrication method of a surface passivation film of an HgCdTe infrared sensing element involves suppressing formation of a native oxide film on the interface between an HgCdTe substrate and the sulfide-based surface passivation film.    USE - For fabrication of a surface passivation film of a HgCdTe-infrared sensing element.    ADVANTAGE - The novel method improves an electric characteristic and reproducibility of the sulfide-based surface passivation film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fabrication method of a surface passivation film (4) of an HgCdTe infrared sensing element consists of steps of removing a native oxide film of the surface of an HgCdTe semiconductor through wet etching of the surface of the semiconductor; forming a sulfide layer on the surface of the HgCdTe semiconductor by executing surface treatment of the HgCdTe semiconductor whose wet etching is completed with a sulfur-containing solution; and forming the surface passivation film by depositing zinc sulfide or cadmium sulfide on the surface of the HgCdTe semiconductor where the sulfide layer is formed.
NOVELTY - A handle (2) connected to the load (3) is pushed and pulled. The acceleration during falling of the load is reduced by the arrangement of an inclined guide rail (6).    USE - For strengthening muscles particularly for middle, old aged people.    ADVANTAGE - Muscular pain due to impact by load, is avoided by reducing the acceleration during its fall.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic top view of the training apparatus.    training apparatus (1)    handle (2)    load (3)    guide rails (6)    pulley (9)
NOVELTY - A sheet-like amorphous silicon solar cell module (1) is attached to the cover (2). The cover is made of synthetic resin, steel plate or wood in a desired shape.    USE - For antialgae countermeasure cover of water purification plant, deodorization cover for sewage works and human waste treatment plant.    ADVANTAGE - The economical efficiency of cover is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of solar cell.    Sheet-like amorphous silicon solar cell module (1)    Cover (2)    Screw (3)    Washer (4)    Cable and box for connectors (5)
NOVELTY - A surface protection film is a laminated film comprising a base film, a layer having ultraviolet ray absorptivity and a layer having water vapor shielding property. The base film is polyester film. The outer layer of at least one side of the laminated film has an easily bonding layer containing crosslinking agent(s) of epoxy resin or oxazoline group-containing polymer.    USE - For solar cell laminated component (claimed) used for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The surface protection film has excellent ultraviolet ray absorptivity, water vapor shielding property and adhesion with ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin, and provides lightweight solar cell laminated component having high durability, flexibility and favorable handleability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell laminated component which has solar cell battery inserted through ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin with the surface protection film.
NOVELTY - The pitch angle of a translation wing windmill blade (2) is set by the positional relationship of a pitch arm (3) and a pitch control guide channel (4).    USE - For translation wing machine e.g. windmill, water turbine.    ADVANTAGE - The production of electricity can be increased only by controlling the blade pitch angle, without changing the size of a windmill and without using any external power such as motor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the translation wing machine. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    elastic flat spring (1)    blade (2)    pitch arm (3)    pitch control guide channel (4)    pitch control rod (5)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has snow-guard portion (3) which protrudes on the light receiving surface side of optoelectric transducer (2). A shading sheet (1) is removably fixed to the guard portion and provided such that the light receiving surface of optoelectric transducer is covered.    USE - For roof integrated type solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The surface protection of solar cell module is performed without increase in cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell module joiner; and    (2) solar cell module construction method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the roof integrated type solar cell module.    shading sheet (1)    optoelectric transducer (2)    snow-guard portion (3)    joiner (6)    coating portion (6a)
NOVELTY - A transmitting unit (42) transmits a radio signal for operating a load plate raising and lowering apparatus based on an input instruction of operation switches (40A,40B) and change over switch (41). A battery (43) supplies electric power to the transmitting unit. A cradle connects the battery with respect to solar cell through a cable.    USE - For vehicle to provide power to drive the tail-gate hoist of a large lorry.    ADVANTAGE - The battery exchange operation is eliminated and the possibility of impairing the water proofness of an operating device is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the electrical circuit diagram of the operating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    operating device (36)    operation switches (40A,40B)    change over switch (41)    transmitting unit (42)    battery (43)
NOVELTY - The device has two opposite tubular lateral columns (3, 4) and a central column (5) that are raised from a lower horizontal base (2). An articulated horizontal support arm (16) with a rear unit (17) is fixed at an adjustable height on the column (3). A video equipment (15) e.g. DVD drive, is fixed on an orientable plate (22) mounted on a ball and socket joint of a front unit (18) of the arm. The unit (17) is connected to the unit (18) by a vertically articulating axle (19).    USE - Muscular training device e.g. rowing machine, for training muscles in a gymnasium, institution and house, for simulating running, step climbing and skiing, and for weight lifting.    ADVANTAGE - The articulated support arm permits guiding the video equipment at different heights from the ground in various positions relative to the muscular training device, according to the orientation of the rear unit and an angle formed by the front unit with respect to the rear unit. The device hence provides a compact execution of exercises and permits to adapt the position of the video equipment to the position and posture of a user in a better manner, according to the functions of the exercises practiced on the device. The device permits to easily and rapidly modify the position of the video equipment instantly in a practical manner when the user moves from one exercise to another. The video equipment can be placed at a sufficient distance from the eyes of the user to ensure comfort and ergonomic utilization for the user. The articulated support arm can be folded near the device when not utilized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a full perspective view of a muscular training device.    Base (2)    Lateral columns (3, 4)    Central column (5)    Video equipment (15)    Support arm (16)    Rear unit (17)    Front unit (18)    Vertically articulating axle (19)    Plate (22)
NOVELTY - A floating (2) turbine (5) comprises an up- and down-drive located in a watertight tower (1) filled with water and having a turbine diameter adapted to that of the tower. Preferably the upper and lower faces of the float are conical and curve inwards and there is a through hole with a turbine box (3).    USE - As a floating turbine (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The unit can be built rapidly and inexpensively, can be on land and is environmentally friendly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A cross-sectional drawing of the object is shown.    Tower (1)    Float (2)    Turbine box (3)    Hollow space (4)    Turbine (5)    Valve (7)
NOVELTY - An electric generation system for increasing the output power of ordinary solar photovoltaic cell by use of light hopper method to increase the gathered light from one reflection by several times is composed of multiple electric generation units. Each electric generation unit consists of the light hopper made of reflector, photovolaic cell, laminated plastic film, metallic circuit board and heat radiator.
NOVELTY - The machine has supported pedals (50) for feet and arm exercise coordinated with a motion of the feet. Elliptical cross trainers guide the feet along an elliptical shaped curve to simulate the motions of jogging and climbing. The pedals move relative to a framework when the feet of a user rotate a crank. The crank is rotatably attached to the framework projecting outwardly on both sides.    USE - Used for simulating walking, jogging and climbing with arm exercise to improve overall health, appearance and longevity.    ADVANTAGE - The machine provides an operator with stable foot pedal support having motions that simulate running, climbing and cycling with very low joint impact and upper body exercise. The machine allows the pedal motion to provide a long stride with less pedal articulation common to other elliptical trainers for less ankle stress. The machine allows simple adjustment of stride length and pedal ellipse orientation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a right side elevation view of an exercise machine.    Pivots (21, 23)    Drive links (24, 26)    Pedals (50)    Support units (54, 56)    Rollers (58, 60)
NOVELTY - The device has a recumbent seat (88) attached to a frame. A turning crank is attached to the frame such that the crank is accessible to a user`s feet when the crank is seated in the seat. A CPU-controlled motor is coupled to the crank such that the motor functions to rotate the crank in a counterclockwise direction at a preset speed. The crank has a pair of pedals (86) positioned on opposite ends of the crank.    USE - Used for maintaining muscle mass for a patient with chronic heart failure and obstructive pulmonary disease.    ADVANTAGE - The device enables the user to experience eccentric loads, thus increasing muscle size and strength, and hence increasing lung capacity in patients with respiratory limitations at low training intensities. The device provides chronic eccentric training, and delivers greater stress to locomotor muscles, without severely stressing oxygen delivery capacity of a cardiovascular system. The crank has the pair of pedals that is positioned on opposite ends of the crank, thus moving the pedals in a linear path or on a large-radius arc, thereby providing a path that is naturally and easily followed by a user. The user maintains maximum resistance through the entire pedal stroke for both legs in each direction. The pedal does not spin freely and creates linear path for leg motion, thus reducing injury to the user without locking knees, and hence enabling easy measurement and communication of resistance data to the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an eccentric ergometer device.    Frame (82)    Pedals (86)    Recumbent seat (88)    Tubular unit (94)    Straps (112)
NOVELTY - The system has a hard disk for storing a video data related to gymnastic exercise, and a timer unit for generating a certain signal every time when a preset time lapses. An execution unit reads out the video data from the hard disk and executes the readout video data in response to the signal generated from the timer unit. A display section displays the execution process in a moving picture fashion.    USE - To guide a computer user in taking necessary exercise to counter the effects of long-term computer usage.    ADVANTAGE - The execution unit reads out the video data and executes the readout video data in response to the signal generated from the timer unit, thus preventing musculoskeletal diseases such as convulsion, spasticity, pain, paralysis, myoparalysis occurring in waist, shoulder, neck, wrist and forearm when a computer user does his or her work for a long time period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a gymnastic guide method displayed in a computer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a gymnastic guide system displayed in a computer.
NOVELTY - A running machine and method for controlling thereof are provided to sense the running speed of user who walks or runs on the belt of running machine and adjust rotation speed of belt.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The running machine includes a belt (13) rotated by a roller, a sensing portion and a controller. The sensing portion is installed in the foothold on which the belt is laid, and senses the load according to the position of the user. The controller controls the rotation speed of the belt (13) according to the signal of the sensing portion. The sensing portion has a piezoelectric sensor piezoelectric sensor (26) and a detecting portion for detecting the signal of the piezoelectric sensor. The sensing portion is positioned in the direction of width.
NOVELTY - A solar cell panel with an incorporated support frame is provided to simplify a structure of a support frame by incorporating the support frame with a solar cell panel such that the support frame performs a heat sink function and is supported by the structure, and to guarantee a broad work space by directly fixing the solar cell panel to a wall through a flange part of the support frame.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A plurality of solar cells are disposed as a predetermined pattern in a solar cell panel (10). A support frame (30) is installed in a manner that the solar cell panel is supported by a structure of the support frame and discharges solar heat. An insulation layer (40) is installed between the solar cell panel and the support frame.
NOVELTY - A vacuum pump (3) driven by an electric motor circulates water through a sealed bottom tank (2) and top tank (1) in a closed loop. An impeller (7) for rotating the generator (8) is connected across the down pipe (6) of the closed loop and rotated by water flowing down the down pipe. The motor is driven by electricity tapped from the generator.    USE - For electric power generation in factories.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces power generation cost for industrial application and produces surplus electricity. Helps development of industry. Ensures stable power generation of a fixed range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of water circulation type power source for electric power generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    sealed top tank (1)    sealed bottom tank (2)    vacuum pump (3)    down pipe (6)    impeller (7)    generator (8)
NOVELTY - An exercise apparatus (10) comprises a tubular body (22) having wall portions bounding an inflatable chamber that is capable of being filled with a fluid, and being elongated along a longitudinal axis of symmetry and having opposing axial ends with handles (14).    USE - The apparatus is used for stretching, calisthenics, or aerobic exercise routines. It may be used by people who ordinarily would be unable to exercise because of pain or damage caused by impact due to the cushioning effect.    ADVANTAGE - The exercise apparatus is inexpensive, lightweight and portable, and can fit in a small suitcase, purse or carry-on luggage. It allows a user to switch between an air-filled mode to a water filled mode thus enabling a wide selection of exercise routines. It can be easily operated while a user is engaged in other tasks such as watching television or sitting in a chair. It can be used while standing, sitting or lying down. It also allows a user to target specific muscle groups or problem areas. Office workers can relieve stress by taking a short break without leaving the office.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of exercising using the exercise apparatus, comprising:    (1) obtaining an inflatable tube having a first handle perpendicularly disposed to axis of symmetry along an extreme end of the inflatable tube and a second handle perpendicularly disposed along an opposite extreme end of the inflatable tube and the first and second handles being adapted to fit a users hand;    (2) filling the inflatable tube with a fluid;    (3) selecting an exercise from a routine adapted for compatibility with the portable exercise apparatus; and    (4) repeating the selected exercise for a suitable period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a side view of an exercise apparatus.    Exercise apparatus (10)    Handles (14)    Valve (18, 20)    Tubular body (22)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has a collapsible mat formed of two primary components which are connected together, where one primary component is a back mat (14) and another primary component is a bottom mat (16). An adjustment mechanism (40) is connected to the back mat. Support bars are rotatably mounted to the backside of the back mat, and a mounting bracket is rotatably securing the bars to the backside of the back mat by screws.    USE - Used for a traveler e.g. salesmen, executive, truck driver, airline pilot, and flight attendant.    ADVANTAGE - The two primary components are designed to form the collapsible mat and are oriented to allow an individual to place his or her head, back, and buttocks on the mat, so that the two primary components of the mat provide comfort to the individual during the exercise routines when using the exerciser. The two components of the mat are collapsed to enable the portable exerciser to be reduced in size for easy packing, carrying, and/or transporting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a rear perspective view of an adjustable mechanism of a portable exerciser.    Back mat (14)    Bottom mat (16)    Adjustment mechanism (40)    Support bars (42, 44)    Screws (48)
NOVELTY - The treadmill has a drive roller in communication with a belt. A drive motor is in communication with the roller. A CPU is in communication with the drive motor. A control panel provides programmed input to the CPU. Acceleration, target speed and deceleration sensor are disposed proximal to the front area, midpoint and rear of the belt, respectively. The CPU controls the belt speed based on the sensor response.    USE - Used for exercising.    ADVANTAGE - The CPU automatically controls the belt speed based on the sensor response, thus improving the health of the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block representation of a circuitry in a treadmill.
NOVELTY - A dye-sensitized solar cell (13) generates electric power proportional to the intensity of the incident light and the transmittance light falls on a transparent tungsten oxide layer (14). A half-mirror (20) is between the transparent tungsten oxide layer and the solar cell. The reflectance light of the mirror increases which is inversely proportional to the transmittance light of the solar cell. A transparent electrical wiring (19a,19b) electrically connect the solar cell and the tungsten oxide layer.    USE - For mounting on window glass for solar electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the light-modulated light cell can be suppressed. The reflection light of the half-mirror can be recycled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the automatic light-modulated light cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    die-sensitized solar cell (13)    transparent tungsten oxide layer (14)    electrolytic solution (15)    electrical wiring (19a,19b)    half-mirror (20)
NOVELTY - The system (10) includes a heat trace system (12) for use with AC at 120-volt AC voltage with 20 watts per foot of heat output, and photovoltaic panels (14) for converting sunlight into DC power. The DC power is supplied from the photovoltaic cells to the heat trace system at 48-volt DC voltage which is equivalent to the 120-volt AC voltage to produce heat of about 7 watts per foot heat output for which the heat trace system is rated.    USE - Used in e.g. well sites to prevent pipes from freezing.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents freezing of gas field components such as valves located just below the flow line.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the heat trace method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side elevation view of the solar powered heat trace system.    Solar powered heat trace system (10)    Heat trace system (12)    Photovoltaic panels (14)    Batteries (16)    Charge regulator (18)
NOVELTY - A power generation method is provided to generate power at a low temperature by using solar heat, ground heat or other thermal energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A water wheel(4) and a boiler(1) are arranged at a lower position and connected through a pipeline, and a pressure control blower(2) and a condenser(3) for condensing steam of a working fluid are arranged at a higher position and connected through a duct. The steam generated by heating a working fluid through the use of the boiler is condensed at the condenser, and the velocity energy generated during rise of the steam is converted into a potential energy. The water wheel is driven by the pressure of the working fluid corresponding to the height ranging from the condenser to the water wheel, and a generator(5) connected to the water wheel generates electrical energy.
NOVELTY - A running machine is provided which emits far infrared rays to activate human cells, stimulates the sole of a foot to promote smooth blood circulation, and reduces fatigue of a foot to improve an exercise effect.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The running machine (30) comprises a frame (31); an electric roller (33) installed in the inside of the frame (31), which is mechanically connected to a motor axis of an electric motor (32) and rotates in a fixed direction; an idling roller installed to rotate in an opposite direction of the electric roller (33); a running belt (35), which is installed to wrap the outside of the electric roller (33) and the idling roller and rotates endlessly according to an operation of the electric motor (32); and a control panel part (37) placed above the front of the frame (31). The running belt (35) consists of mixing 60-80 wt% of loess and 20-40 wt% of elastic rubber to be compressed and molded, wherein many acupressure protrusions (36) having a certain height are formed on the surface of the running belt (35) that contacts the sole of a user's foot. The control panel part (37) includes an anion generator (38) for generating anions beneficial to a body.
NOVELTY - A die pad (1) formed on the upper surface of a metal stand (12), holds an optical semiconductor element (6). Several leads (2) arranged at one end of the die pad opposes one end of the stand. The resin (4) seals the upper surface of the metal stand so that the upper surface of die pad and both ends of leads are exposed.    USE - For light receiving element such as image sensor, for laser light emitting element, and for optical devices such as hologram unit.    ADVANTAGE - The heat radiation characteristics of resin package becomes favorable, and thickness reduction and multi-pin formation becomes possible. The resin package has excellent mounting property and processing of several lead is easy. The package is available at reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of optical device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the principal portions of optical device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    die pad (1)    lead (2)    resin (4)    resin package (5)    optical semiconductor element (6)
NOVELTY - The device has an electronic timer device (1) counting a desired set time period and activating a vibration generating device. A visual LCD (2) is disposed on a face of housing, and is in communication with the timer device. The LCD displays the time in minutes remaining before expiry of the set time period. An electronic audible alert generator and speaker are in communication with the timer device to provide an audible alert.    USE - Used for prompting a person to engage in a non-sedentary activity e.g. to move or perform an act of fidgeting.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the device effectively helps people to lose body weight at own pace simply by reminding and encouraging the people to do some ordinary day-to-day activities. The arrangement facilitates people, who have no access to sports facilities, and people who have medical problems and disabilities, to use the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front face view of a motion prompting device.    Electronic timer device (1)    Visual LCD (2)    Visual light indicator (3)    Audible speaker (4)    Wristband straps (8, 9)
NOVELTY - Cell has a photovoltaic active semiconductor material provided on a flexible metal sheet and including a metal halide, in which the metal is selected is from a group of e.g. germanium, tin, and the halogen is selected from a group of e.g. fluorine, chlorine. The metal halide ions form an intermediate level in an energy gap of the material such that all the charge carriers e.g. photons and electrons, cross the energy gap.    USE - Used in a solar module.    ADVANTAGE - Photovoltaic active semiconductor material with the metal halide is thermodynamically stable and avoids the need for simultaneous doping of the material with nitrogen ions. The metal halide ions form the intermediate level in the energy gap of the semiconductor material such that all the charge carriers cross the energy gap, and hence improving the efficiency of the photovoltaic cell. The combination of the flexible metal sheet with the photovoltaic active semiconductor material, thus avoids the need for complex, expensive supports for mounting the solar cells on a solar module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a photovoltaic cell.
NOVELTY - A display panel provides two different indications for beginning a circuit training including aerobic training, at specific location within 30 seconds, and switchover to another circuit training at different location, within 7 seconds.    USE - For health and weight-loss management.    ADVANTAGE - The circuit training and other activities are commenced within same facility, without disrupting activities that are simultaneously occurring in the facility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the system for utilizing circuit-training apparatus.    circuit training sign (1)    display panels (5,7)    programmable voice component (13)
NOVELTY - A central server (1) is connected with the fitness machines (2-4) by radio frequency transceivers (5). A user interface is provided in each fitness machine for receiving a user identification code. The user interface and the transceiver are connected to the electronic unit of the fitness machine.    USE - Use for managing fitness machines.    ADVANTAGE - Allows a user to follow his or her training program without wasting time neither for setting the machine at each workout station nor for recording the performed workout. Allows a trainer to check the compliance of each user to the prescribed training program, and to easily modify the program by changing the user profile stored in the server. Allows monitoring of the actual use of each fitness machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the electronic wireless system.    Central server (1)    Fitness machines (2-4)    Radio frequency transceivers (5)
NOVELTY - The method involves selecting a portion of a person`s body to affect. A physical fitness activity is selected for the person to perform corresponding to a portion of the person`s body. A color generator is activated to produce a color environment in the fitness area during preset activity period. The person is required to perform a physical fitness activity in the fitness area during a preset activity period.    USE - Used for implementing a physical fitness regimen to positively affect a person`s health and well being.    ADVANTAGE - The person is required to perform the physical fitness activity in the fitness area during the preset activity period, thus providing synergy between the physical fitness activity, the color environment, and the aural environment to affect chakras of the person.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system for improving the physical and mental well being of a person.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a person.
NOVELTY - An underwater pump generating system of a structure is provided to generate power by storing water in a water reservoir tank and directly pumping water in the water reservoir tank, and to prevent environmental pollution by generating electricity with water instead of pollutive materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A circular water stream pipe (25) is attached to a rectangular water gate (26), and a circular hydraulic pressure pipe (24) is connected to a connecting turbine (23). An anchor bolt (27) is fixed to a retaining wall, and a water gate opening bar (29) is fastened to the rectangular water gate. A rustless metal screw shaft (6) is connected to a rustless motor shaft (4) by semicircular joint containers, and a bearing (11) is fitted to the rustless metal screw shaft. A waterproof steel plate (18) is inserted to the rustless metal screw shaft, and a waterproof rubber ring (10A) and a spring (14A) are fitted to the rustless metal screw shaft. A waterproof cover (8) is combined with the waterproof steel plate, and a metal impeller (5) is assembled with the rustless metal screw shaft by a fixing bolt (16).
NOVELTY - Most of outermost surface of oval shaped earth contains water-expanse extending from North to South Pole of the earth. This water expanse forms an oval shaped salt water shell around the earth. The sea level of sea-water therefore, keeps on decreasing gradually towards N-pole in northern hemisphere and towards S-pole in southern hemisphere at the rate of 2m per k. this principle is used to obtain continuous stream of water by means of a simple but quite long pipe. A trench about 60-70m deep and 150-200m wide is dug near seashore. A pipe of suitable diameter from the bottom of the trench is introduced in to sea to draw water at a quite considerable depth. Water filter cap and required valves are provided across the pipe. The stream of water thus obtained is allowed into a turbine to strike the blades of a disc coupled with the shaft of a generator. Thus length of this pipe is L=(2Rh)^1^/^2+(2RH)^1^/^2(1-cos h). A pipe of suitable diameter is laid along a straight horizontal line extending from south to north direction in northern hemisphere of the earth, such that its end situated in south is dipped in sea to a small depth (about 4-6m). Its other end is taken towards north such that it opens at a distant point at a height (H) above sea level at that place. The length of this pipe=(2Rh)^1^/^2+(2RH)^1^/^2, where R is radius of earth. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a motor control circuit of treadmill, which comprises a feedback unit for outputting a feedback signal relative to actual rotary speed of motor; a power selection unit with at least one set switch for outputting a set signal relative to the state of said switch; a central processing unit for receiving instruction signal, feedback signal and set signal and utilizing a preset algorithm to process the proportional-plus-integral-plus-derivative control and output a continuous square-wave signal with preset working period; a power supply unit for outputting a right power source to the motor via a power circuit; a switch unit with a switch unit on the power circuit, while the switch unit has a control terminal, and when the control terminal bears preset high voltage, the relative part of power circuit is in conducting state, or else it is in off-state. The invention can adjust the parameters of the algorithm to match the power of motor to make one drive-control circuit meet the motors with different standards which is economical.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method and system which combines the body builder, the computer and the games, which comprises: a body builder with IC card controller and sensor unit to measure the body builder changing, wherein the sensor unit is connected with the IC card controller; the body builder also comprises an inputting unit, a display unit, a sound unit, a series interface unit, a clock anda body builder controller; the IC card controller of the body builder processes the information of the sensor unit and stores into the IC card; the IC card controller of the computer transmits the information of the IC card into the computer or controls the computer by IC card.
NOVELTY - The device has a frame (712) including a pivot axis and a longitudinal axis. A foot link is coupled to the frame, where the link is constrained to move in an orbital path approximately parallel to the longitudinal axis. A swing arm (90) is coupled to the frame and has a reciprocating movement, where the arm operates independently from the foot link. A flywheel is connected to the arm by a slip gear transmission.    USE - Elliptical exercise device.    ADVANTAGE - The swing arm operates independently from the foot link, thus enabling a user to change the motion of a left swing arm in relation to a right swing arm at any time during the exercise, thereby increasing flexibility of the total body elliptical exercise device. The device provides smooth natural action, exercises a relatively large number of muscles through a large range of elliptical motion, employs arm, shoulder and rotational movement, and provides safety and stability. The device allows the user to place and vary a different resistive load on an arm apparatus than on the foot links.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an elliptical exercise device.    Swing arm (90)    Frame (712)    Flywheel (718)    Crank arms (720)    Foot links (724, 726)
NOVELTY - The cooler (10) has portable thermally insulated structure (12) having a lid (16). A lighting system operably associated with the cooler is conductively coupled to a solar energy system (201). The solar energy system has a rechargeable electrical power battery and a solar energy collection system conductively coupled to the battery for recharging the battery.    USE - For coolers and enclosures such as toolboxes and storage boxes.    ADVANTAGE - The solar energy system allows visual inspection of the cooler in a poorly illuminated space, allowing for proper selection and retrieval of items and reducing the difficulty and risk of physical injury.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the cooler system.    cooler (10)    insulated structure (12)    lid (16)    solar energy system (201)    electrical conductors (213)    lighting elements (221)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has flotation device (4) affixed to rotational devices and submerged into heavy fluid encased in chamber (5), which does not interfere with normal operation of the rotational device. The gravity induced friction on bearings is reduced.    USE - For rotary devices such as electric generator, motor, turbines and pumps for hydroelectric power plants and in ocean energy projects.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency and stability of the device are increased. The vibration is reduced and the life cycle of the moving components are increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the horizontally mounted electric generator.    center shaft (2)    flotation device (4)    flotation chamber (5)    rotor (6)    rotational energy connecting element (9)
NOVELTY - A reproducing apparatus content comprises reproduction processing unit; detecting unit for detecting motion of person; predicting unit for predicting a timing of the motion of person; and control unit for controlling reproduction processing unit in the reproduction of content by synthesizing a timing indicated by timing information corresponding to the content to be reproduced with the timing of the motion of the person, predicted by the predicting unit.    USE - For reproducing content such as music, video, light and physical operation performed by actuator.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus synthesizes reproduction timing of the content with the motion and action of the user thus improving response of the content to the motion and action of the user. The content offers more entertainment. As a result, the content is more effectively enjoyed.
NOVELTY - The touch screen is divided into primary display area for displaying the exercise device control information and secondary display for displaying the information such as hypertext and graphics. The size of the displays areas are varied.    USE - For computer system used with network-enabled exercise device (NED).    ADVANTAGE - Increase of the size of selectable elements such as hypertext and selectable graphic greatly improves the usability of the exercise equipment for easily accessing control information and other information while exercising, without performing complex steps to shift between controlling the exercise equipment and accessing web page over the internet. Also by sharing exercise equipment control information and other information such as text, graphics and other multimedia information by using single display device, the cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for computer system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the network-enabled exercise device (NED).    exercise system (100)    local area networks (LANs) (112,114)
NOVELTY - A running machine with automatic stopping function is provided to automatically stop a driving motor of a running belt in a running machine if a user gets rid of a running area by equipping a photoelectric sensor at bottom of instrumental panel of the running machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The running machine comprises: a stationary frame horizontally fixed to a pair of supporting frames; a photo-electric sensor (200) built on the stationary frame which detects whether a user exercises on a running belt (12) mounted on a base (10); a control part (300) to output signals for stopping or driving the running belt when it detects the user getting rid of a running area by the photo-electric sensor (200); and a switch mode power supply (SMPS) (400) to disconnect or drive a power supply of a driving motor (30) for the running belt under control of the control part (300). The photo-electric sensor (200) is equipped in bottom center portion of an instrumental panel of the running machine and has an automatic stopping function to control stepwise the range of light transmission distance.
NOVELTY - A water mill is provided to maximize the potential energy of falling water and increase rotation force of the water mill by varying the position of the water receiving board arranged on the water mill.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A water mill comprises a crank, an auxiliary wheel(20), a water receiving board(30) and a transfer unit. The crank is fixed on a support board(3), and has both ends with disk wheels(14,14'). The auxiliary wheel is arranged on the center of the crank, and has an outer surface with a plurality of links(22). The water receiving board is connected by the link on the auxiliary wheel, and radially arranged centering from a crank pin(10b) on the crank. The transfer unit is arranged to transfer the water receiving board, and has a guide(40) and a slide plate(42).
NOVELTY - A two-axes automatic solar track thermoelectric generation system is provided to obtain hot water and electrical energy at the same time by tracking position of sun from the narrow space of a building wall.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A right wall connection shaft support (26-2) and a left wall connection shaft support (27-2) are coupled to a right wall attached connection plate (26) and a left wall attached connection plate (27), respectively. A right vertical wall attached connection support (28) and a left vertical wall attached connection support (29) are coupled to upper surfaces of the left and right wall connection supports, respectively, through bolts. A right vertical wall attached connection plate (30) and a left vertical wall attached connection plate (32) are coupled onto a building wall through bolts. A heat collecting house vertical support structure is fixed at the center of a heat collecting house support structure, and a vertical DC motor rail support and a vertical DC motor connection support are connected with each other.
NOVELTY - A storage battery (3) receives and stores electric power generated by a solar cell (2). Light-emitting units (4), electrically connected with the storage battery, are arranged in a position spaced apart from the storage battery.    USE - For building structure e.g. dome type building, high-rise building, historical building, bridge, tower.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures excellent energy-saving property. Eliminates the need for wiring for external power supply, thus cost reduction is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of illumination device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Illumination device (1)    Solar cell (2)    Storage battery (3)    Light-emitting units (4)    Analog timer. (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus combines hydroelectric power generation, using an existing dam, and solar power generation, using solar panels.    USE - For producing electricity for e.g. homes, factories.    ADVANTAGE - Provides safe, clean, environment friendly electricity supply.
NOVELTY - A vibration generator (10) vibrates in response to reception of fluid flow, and a vibrating body (11) vibrates and bends by receiving the vibration from the vibration generator. The distortion energy generated by vibration of the vibrating body is converted into an electrical energy by a piezoelectric transducer (12a,12b).    USE - For generating electric power using fluid flow, such as wind and water flow.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power can be generated with simple structure with respect to broad flow velocity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view showing the electric power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Vibration generator (10)    Vibrating body (11)    Transducer (12a,12b)    Direction determination material (20)    Turntable (21)
NOVELTY - The blind has a solar drive (10), an electrical energy storage device (12) and a controller (14) for operating the solar drive and the energy storage device, whereby the controller can be activated with the aid of a transmitter (20), which can communicate with a receiver (30) via a wireless path. It has a temperature controller (50) for holding an electronic assembly (40) and/or the electrical energy storage device in a defined temperature range.    USE - For a roof window.    ADVANTAGE - Developed to ensure the solar drive and the energy storage device operate even under extreme temperature fluctuations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a solar-powered roller blind    solar drive (10)    electrical energy storage device (12)    controller (14)    transmitter (20)    receiver (30)    temperature controller (50)    electronic assembly (40)
NOVELTY - A circuit board includes a current pump circuit for supplying pulsed current to a LED mounted in light bulb from battery recharged by solar cell (20A), and a photosensing circuit for sensing ambient light level. The photosensing circuit turns ON the LED, when ambient light level has dropped below threshold value. The photosensing circuit disconnects the LED from the rechargeable battery, when the ambient light level exceeds threshold level to allow the battery to recharge.    USE - For use in window sill.    ADVANTAGE - An aesthetically pleasing high-efficiency solar-charging LED window candle is provided. The charge pump circuit reduces the current requirements of the LED without sacrificing brightness or aesthetics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the high-efficiency solar-charging LED window electric candle.    electric candle light (2)    base (10)    riser (12)    solar cell (20A)    screw-in bulb assembly (40)
NOVELTY - The bike has a linear digital control magnetic resistance braking apparatus with a driving control circuit for generating a square wave of resistance control, and a zero start-up magnetic resistance driving circuit connected to the control circuit. A magnetic braking resistance has a changeable inductance electromagnet composed of ferrite core, where pulsating current is used to control magnetic field of the electromagnet.    USE - Used in a house, a gymnasium, and a hospital for rehabilitation or exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The zero start-up magnetic resistance driving circuit is connected to the driving control circuit for making the user or rehabilitant to easily start up the power system in the initial stage. The pulsating current is used to control the magnetic field of the changeable inductance electromagnet, thus increasing the torque, and hence improving the performance of the self-sourcing exercise bike. The utilization of the linear digital control magnetic resistance braking apparatus enables the user or rehabilitant to linearly adjust the resistance force or torque in response to the speed of the exercise bike and presetting resistance force.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a control method for a self-sourcing exercise bike.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a Self-sourcing exercise bike.
NOVELTY - A belt driven running machine moving in random directions is provided to move the running belt up and down, left and right or back and forth randomly according to the selected program.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The belt driven running machine moving in random directions comprises a running belt (8), a program logic controller (10), a motor (12), a shaft (14), and a LCD display device (16). Program is installed in the program logic controller (10) to make the running belt (8) move in random directions. The shaft (14) is disposed between the program logic controller (10) and the motor (12), and maintain the driving of the belt (8). When the running machine is driven, the LCD display device (16) shows the status of the program logic controller (10).
NOVELTY - The panel (1) comprises a pair of outer covering material (4,5) which mutually confronts. A spacer (7) is interposed between each outer edge portion of outer-covering materials so that space (6) is produced between outer-covering materials. A sealant (8) is interposed between outer edge portion of each outer-covering material and spacer so that the space is sealed. A solar cell (9) is installed in the space in state of unattachment with respect to any one inner surface among each inner surface of outer-covering material.    USE - For solar power generation panel.    ADVANTAGE - The fabrication operation of the solar power generation panel and operation for reuse are performed easily. The handling of conveyance of the solar power generation panel and installation are performed easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar power generation panel.    solar power generation panel (1)    outer covering materials (4,5)    space (6)    spacer (7)    sealant (8)    solar cell (9)
NOVELTY - Tabs (3a-3c) for interconnection of solar cells (4a,4b) are divided by slits. The tab (3a) is connected to electrode of light-receiving surface side of the solar cell (4a), while the tabs (3b,3c) are connected to the electrode of the back side of the solar cell (4b).    USE - For solar cell module for spacecraft such as satellite.    ADVANTAGE - Replacement of damaged solar cells is performed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    interconnectors (1a,1b)    tabs (3a-3f)    solar cells (4a-4c)
NOVELTY - The health terminal instrument (1) e.g. aerobike is connected to an internet (5). The health terminal instrument transmits data of momentum and biological information to a server (6). The competition, movement distance and exercise time data of the game are compared by several person number.    USE - For health terminal instruments such as running machine and aerobike.    ADVANTAGE - The competition of the user is increased by transmitting the momentum data to the server. The motivation of the user with respect to health care is increased and the user convenience is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the health care system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    health terminal instrument (1)    internet (5)    server (6)
NOVELTY - The machine (1) includes a coupling unit installed to at least one end (21) of a cable (20) and having a joint that supports a coupling component in a freely rotatable manner relative to a user interface, such that the cable end becomes constantly at rest with the coupling component, causing the end to be stressed and solely in traction.    USE - For exercising muscles of person.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces maintenance frequency of cable. Avoids unexpected breakage of cable due to stress. Simplifies installation of machine, at reduced cost. Simplifies exercising muscles of person.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a grip.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the exercise machine.    Exercise machine (1)    Weight group (15)    Cable (20)    End (21)    Handle (25)
NOVELTY - The holder has a support with two spherical units (7, 17) that are arranged at a distance from each other. The spherical units are connected with a retaining head (10) and a base unit (4), respectively. A clamping unit arranged between the spherical units surrounds the spherical units and retains the spherical units at a distance from each other. The clamping unit is fixable at the spherical units by spherical clamping.    USE - Used for detachably attaching a solar module on a roof covering unit (Claimed) e.g. pantile, of a building and object.    ADVANTAGE - The clamping unit stands in contact with the spherical units by the friction force, thus ensuring a very good position stability of the solar module. The holder can be constructed in a simple manner, and facilitates the adjustment of the solar modules in all points of the compass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of a holder with two spherical units.    Base unit (4)    Spherical units (7, 17)    Retaining head (10)    Support (15)    Holder (100)
NOVELTY - Disclosed a girder-like solar energy battery array which can spread via aeration relates to a solar battery array used in the spacecraft. The invention can solve the problems of traditional folding solar battery array which uses the mechanical rigid structure, with complex structure, worse folding reliability and lower folding efficiency; and the problems of large-scale flat frame folding structure as the reduction of structural rigidity and basic frequency with the increase of size. Wherein, the girder (3) is formed by the connection between a group of girder units, while the same planes of each girder unit have basic plates to be fixed via the belt; the upper end surface of basic plate has a solar battery panel (2); the initial end of girder (3) is connected to the connection disc (8) of aeration end; one end of wire (6) is connected to the electric heating layer (3-6) of main supporting tube; one end of aeration tube (5) is inside the main supporting tube which has a control valve (7); and the tail end of girder (3) is connected to the connection disc (9).
NOVELTY - The power plant has a flywheel rotatably fixed around a stationary shaft. The shaft allowing a fluid flow has a set of projections to serve as walls of chambers. A spool (15) with ports (51A-58B) and channels is fitted within the shaft for opening and closing the ports to allow the flow. An external combustion chamber pressurizes a compressible fluid for flowing an incompressible fluid through nozzles to rotate the flywheel.    USE - Used in a stationary power plant application for producing electrical energy and hydraulic power, in an energy storage application, and in a mobile vehicle application e.g. moving vehicle, as a motive power source. Can also be used for generating heat or pressurized gas, and for converting pressure and heat energy.    ADVANTAGE - The power plant stores unwanted energy in the flywheel, and has no moving parts exposed to extreme temperatures. The power plant permits extraction of power at sustained levels at a given range of load demands, and minimizes heat loss to a containing structure, thereby yielding high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for using a power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of a spool of a power plant.    Spool (15)    Ports (51A-58B, 90)    Spark plug (60)
NOVELTY - The person's fitness level is calculated based upon two performance variables from variables comprising time, speed and distance upon person performing one of walking and running routines at person's maximum performance level for a period of time within preset time range. The fitness training regimens comprising exercise routine is identified, based on calculated fitness level, and provided to the person.    USE - For improving physical fitness of person using treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The excess body fat resulting in long-term weight loss can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) slide rule;    (2) method for assessing human beings' fitness level and determining fitness training program;    (3) portable fitness training device;    (4) computer readable medium storing program for improving physical fitness of person;    (5) information processing system for improving physical fitness of person; and    (6) treadmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart explaining physical fitness improvement method.
NOVELTY - A case is installed such that the apparatus turning around the space of waterborne appears on the water surface of a river when assuming an upper half position. A rotor that rotates inside of the motor (1) cuts the line of magnetic force between stators and generates electric power when pushing on flowing water.    USE - River utilization motor electric power generation system    ADVANTAGE - Low cost manufacturing cost. Enables the supply of a fixed electric current after controlling fluctuation of the flow velocity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the river utilization motor generator.    Motor (1)    Rotary shaft (2)    Weight (3)    Hook (4)    Feather (5)
NOVELTY - The machine has an airtight housing (1) for at least partly accommodating a human or animal body with at least one opening (2) for sealed enclosure of part of the body in the housing and an arrangement (3) for generating a vacuum in the housing. At least one movable contact surface (4) is arranged inside the housing for contacting part of the body and is connected to a drive arrangement (5) for vibrating the surface..    USE - For improving vitality and activating the metabolism.    ADVANTAGE - The range of use and the acceptance of the known fitness machine is expanded or improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional representation of an inventive fitness device    airtight housing (1)    opening (2)    arrangement for generating vacuum in housing (3)    contact surface (4)    drive arrangement (5)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a micro battery and the making method thereof, for solving the problem of the battery operating state being unstable caused by small contact area between the radioactive sourceand the energy conversion structure and simple contact mode between them in the existing technique, characterized in that: there is a 2D (2x2-20x20) array of vertical side wall square holes in an N-type region; a P-type region is on the surface of the array, a plating region is on the P-type region; a N-type electrode region and a p-type electrode region are arranged on one side of the N-type region. The invention benefits to addition of battery current and also strengthens the operating stability of the radioactive source
NOVELTY - The coaxial axle shafts are interconnected by conical pinions. The rotational movement in a predetermined direction of one of the axles is accompanied by the movement in the opposite direction of other axle. The free ends of the axle shafts are topped with radial arms, providing support to one of the limbs close to the free end.    USE - For synchronization of exercise movements performed with upper and lower limbs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the exercise movement synchronization device.
NOVELTY - The magnus type wind power generation device (1) has air flow protrusions (8) formed on the surface of a rotary cylinder (7) at predetermined interval to increase magnus lift by producing air flow on the outer peripheral surfaces of the rotary cylinder. The axes of the rotary cylinders are tilted so that the axes are not perpendicular to the axis of a horizontal rotary shaft (5).    USE - For use in rotor ship and rotor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The power can be generated efficiently in the ranges from the low wind velocity area to the high wind velocity area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the magnus type wind power generation device.    magnus type wind power generation device (1)    support base (2)    rotary shaft (5)    rotary cylinder (7)    protrusions (8)
NOVELTY - The frame has modules (2) placed adjacent to one another, where edge sections of the modules adjoin end faces running parallel to side structures in receiving grooves. Inserts (37) are provided for restricting an orthogonal displacement of the modules on their planes in relation to the structures. The inserts are introduced in the gaps between the end face of the respective module that lies in the groove and the base of the grove.    USE - Used for panel-type solar cell module or solar collector module (claimed), in a building.    ADVANTAGE - The inserts are introduced into the gaps between the end face of the respective module that lies in the groove and the base of the grove, hence the solar cell modules can be mounted in the frame in a simple manner without using screws. The frame has high rigidity and can take up emerging forces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a mechanism for the usage of solar energy from the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a section of a support frame for a solar cell module.    Side structures (1)    Modules (2)    Inserts (37)
NOVELTY - The method involves positioning a human body including a spine and a pelvis in a neutral spine suspended prone position. A natural curvature of the spine is aligned along an imaginary baseline, when the spine is placed in the neutral spine position. The baseline extends lengthwise down the human body and the neutral spine position is held by contracting a transversus abdominus.    USE - Used for conditioning a human body.    ADVANTAGE - The neutral spine position of the human body is held by contracting a transversus abdominus, thus effectively strengthening and conditioning core abdominal muscles of the human body. The method facilitates physical therapy and rehabilitation of human subjects.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a media storage device for storing video images.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a human subject with hands on a stable raised surface.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a set of thin films and panels that work in conjunction with a glass (3) of either an automobile or a building to collect solar energy. An optional positive coefficient temperature thermistor receives communicated solar energy, and an optional resistor modulates heat from the solar energy. An integrated channel enables the emission of light from a light emitting diode into the interior of a housing.    USE - Used for atomizing and diffusing air freshening-liquids or suspensions into a mist for a room and vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is compact, safe, economical to operate, inexpensive, and provides efficient utilization of available solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical side elevation of a solar energy absorbing, energy storage, and liquid atomizing air freshener apparatus.    Sun (1)    Sun rays (2)    Glass (3)    Thin film (7)    Batteries (11)
NOVELTY - A lifting motor (30) is positioned under a main frame (10) between inverted T-bases (20). A lifting rod (50) is coupled to the rear end of a slide tube (40). The handrails (52) extend upwardly from the opposing sides of a front cross bar (51). A telescopic unit (60) having a sleeve (61) is fixed to a transverse component and the rear end of the slide tube. The reciprocation of the slide tube is caused during operation of the lifting motor so that the main frame is moved between tilted and fold-up position.    USE - For electric treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The main frame is lifted with less torque output of the lifting motor. The service life of the lifting motor is extended effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of an electric treadmill.    main frame (10)    inverted T-bases (20)    lifting motor (30)    slide tube (40)    lifting rod (50)    front cross bar (51)    handrails (52)    telescopic unit (60)    sleeve (61)
NOVELTY - Solar cell has bottom electrode film (11), semiconductor film (12) and top electrode film (13) sequentially formed on substrate (10). The films (13,12) are etched at specific regions to expose bottom electrode film, to form slot (13p), while the film (13) is extended into slot to form groove (12p), for electrical connection of films (11,13). The resistivity of semiconductor film (12a1) laminated on division groove (11p) of the film (11) is greater than that of film (12a2) that contacts the film (11).    USE - For integrated thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Leak electric current of semiconductor film is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of integrated thin film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell.    electrode films (11,13)    semiconductor film (12,12a1,12a2)    division groove (11p)    groove (12p)    slot (13p)
NOVELTY - Solar cell modules (10,20,30) are each having plus-pole and minus-pole terminal boxes (11,12) with wires (13a,13b,16,16b) joined to connecting terminals (14,15,17,18), respectively, wherein the connecting terminals of adjacent solar cell modules are joined to one another. Testers (100) confirm connection between the connecting terminals of one side end solar cell module and the other connecting terminals (35,38) of another side end solar cell module.    USE - For confirming wiring of solar-cell string.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures fast and reliable confirmation of parallel connection between solar cell modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar-cell string.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the wiring confirmation structure.    Solar cell modules (10,20,30)    Plus-pole and minus-pole terminal boxes (11,12)    Wires (13a,13b,16,16b)    Connecting terminals (14,15,17,18)    other connecting terminals (35,38)    Testers (100)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has rotating arms (14) with load mechanism, stretched towards extended directions of user's elbows. The turning angle for the arm is set wide, such that exercise at different muscle length levels is performed.    USE - For muscular exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced exercising of muscles is enabled by the arm mechanism which is easily operated by the user.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) training method; and    (2) recording medium storing program for performing training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explains usage of the training apparatus.    armrests (13L,13R)    rotating arms (14)    cushions (16L,16R)    user (H)
NOVELTY - A river water -powered generator has rotating rectangular sails parallel to an upright mast with an external shaft. The sail operation interacts with the poles (3, 4). The sail axis of rotation is transposed from the sail's axis of symmetry. Each sail (6) is sub-divided into individual segments (9). Each segment has its own axis of rotation (10) and shifts as it moves to or from the axis of symmetry.    USE - River water-powered generator.    ADVANTAGE - The generator is suitable for use in conjunction with slow-moving rivers or in tidal flow areas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the generator.    Generator (1)    mast (2)    lower pole (3)    upper pole (4)    shaft (5)    sail (6)    limiter (7)    frame (8)    segments (9)    axis of rotation (10)
NOVELTY - A static training device for muscle power and/or heart circulation development comprises a unit (1) producing kinetic and/or potential energy in operation, coupled to a device (2) that converts this energy into electrical or thermal energy. Preferably, the converter produces current and is connected to a voltage regulator.    USE - As a static training device, for muscle power and heart circulation development that converts the energy produced into electrical or thermal energy, and a fitness room that passes on useful electricity for room lighting and heating/cooling (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The energy expended is converted into useful electricity for the fitness room.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fitness room comprising training devices as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan of a fitness room, as above.    Training elements (1)    Converter (2)    Display (3)    Voltage regulator (4)    Control (6)
NOVELTY - The device has a swing arm connected to a frame, where the frame (12) is composed of solid units. Foot links are connected to engagement assemblies and in turn connected to swing arm mechanisms. Left and right balance arms engage a floor on each side of a longitudinal central unit near a forward portion of the device. An arm enabling/disabling mechanism (121) allows the arm mechanisms to be disengaged from a leg portion.    USE - Used for exercising a muscle.    ADVANTAGE - The device exercises both the upper and lower body in associated motion while providing user selectable elliptical motions at various angles, provides a smooth natural action, and also exercises a relatively large number of muscles through a large range of motion. The utilization of the foot links and swing arm mechanisms prevents a failure to provide total body cross training. The utilization of the arm enabling/disabling mechanism allows a user to easily and efficiently choose an arm apparatus when required. The frame is composed of solid units, thus providing strength and rigidity while being relatively lightweight. The left and right balance arms engage the floor on each side of the longitudinal central unit near the forward portion of the device, thus increasing the stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevated rear perspective view of an exercise device.    Frame (12)    Central unit (14)    Foot links (60, 70)    Swing arm mechanisms (80, 90)    Arm enabling/disabling mechanism (121)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has photoelectric conversion units (2) with a first semiconductor layer located outside a second semiconductor layer. The units generate a high electric power per unit area using a small amount of polycrystalline semiconductor. The second semiconductor layer has an opening through which a part of the first layer is exposed. A support (3) has an insulator disposed between two conductors for insulating the conductors from each other.    USE - Photovoltaic apparatus such as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion units generate the high electric power per unit area using the small amount of polycrystalline semiconductor material, thus simplifying the step of connecting the photoelectric conversion units to the support, and hence increasing the productivity, and thereby reducing the cost of the apparatus. The apparatus efficiently utilizes external light for the generation of photoelectromotive force by the photoelectric conversion units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged sectional view of part of a photovoltaic apparatus.    Photoelectric conversion units (2)    Support (3)    Semiconductor layer (7, 8)    Opening (9)    Periphery (45)
NOVELTY - The turbine has replaceable nozzle inserts (3) for receiving flow of fluid in the form of gas, liquid, and a gas and liquid mixture. The insert has a set of configurations, where the insert includes a long contour diverging from a throat and a distribution plate is upstream from the throat in one configuration. The insert includes a shorter contour to provide expansion of the gas in a shorter distance in another configuration.    USE - Used in a rotary machinery (claimed) and a power system (claimed) for converting energy in liquid streams or gas streams to shaft power for electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the replaceable nozzle insert provides the turbine that can be used for either gas, liquid or two-phase flow with minor adjustments to a component part and with no external seals, and hence allowing the turbine to be utilized for a wide range of geothermal or other heat source temperatures to generate power with an efficient replacement of the nozzle inserts and blades, and thereby saving engineering and design costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a turbo-generator.    Manifold (2)    Nozzle inserts (3)    Blades (5)    Rotor (6)    Duct (7a)
NOVELTY - The device has an elongated rigid bar (12) including two end portions and a joint projection (20) adjacent to an end portion of a bar. The end portion of the bar provides a free end of the bar that is adapted to be gripped by a hand of the user. A lower surface of an exercise attachment is shaped to engage the joint projection in a manner that forms a swiveling connection between the attachment and the end portion of bar.    USE - Exercise device.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the device provides a patient with normal biomechanical motion during use. The device is selectively extendable in length to incrementally increase the ranges of motion attained during use, thus providing the device that is portable and easy to use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of exercising.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an exercise device with two optional exercise attachments.    Exercise device (10)    Rigid rod (12)    End portions (14, 16)    Handle (18)    Joint projection (20)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (1) is accommodates in side wall portion of building such that the module swivels freely with respect to side wall. A support portion (6) provides support, for the module to maintain a predetermined angle with respect to the sidewall. A support releasing portion (7) provided at both sides of support portion releases the support when an external force such as wind acts on the solar cell module.    USE - For installing solar cell module in wall surface and roof of buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module is transferred to a safe state automatically at times of strong wind eliminating human supervision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for installation method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar cell module installation structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    solar cell module (1)    accommodation maintenance lock (4)    support portion (6)    support releasing portion (7)    chain (9)
NOVELTY - A flange (23) is fixed to the edge part of a support pipe (21) which supports a solar panel (2), and a clamp plate (22) suppresses the flange from the solar panel side. The flange of the solar panel is fixed in the state inserted between the clamp plate and the support surface of the support pipe by using a bolt (14) and a nut (24).    USE - For mounting solar panel used for power supply of illumination devices, such as street light.    ADVANTAGE - Solar panel can be firmly fixed by the stable fixing force by surface contact, and horizontal angle of solar panel can be easily adjusted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exploded perspective view showing the solar-panel mounting structure.    Solar panel (2)    Bolt (14)    Support pipe (21)    Clamp plate (22)    Flange (23)    Nut (24)
NOVELTY - A primary cable (11) is connectable with a tertiary cable (13) or a quaternary cable (14) and a secondary cable (12) is connectable with quaternary cable when tertiary portion to primary portion to secondary and quaternary partial direction are parallel. The primary cable is not connectable with tertiary cable and quaternary cable and secondary cable is not connectable with tertiary cable and quaternary cable when tertiary portion to primary portion to secondary and quaternary partial directions are not parallel.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Misconnection is prevented since when connecting multiple solar modules in series since primary connector side is always connected to positive electrode while secondary connector side is connected to the negative electrode. Position of right connection is recognized easily since visibility is improved due to rectangular parallelepiped and cylindrical protrusions, thus efficiency of connection operation is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the connectors of a solar cell module.    Primary protrusion (5)    Primary cable (11)    Secondary cable (12)    Tertiary cable (13)    Quaternary cable (14)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor (1) is covered with a semiconductor layer (2) to form a spherical photovoltaic element. The elements are arranged into the recesses applied with conductive adhesive (51) in a support (15), such that the elements are fixed to the support and their semiconductor layers are electrically connected to the support. An electrical insulator layer (71) is bonded to the backside of the support. A conductor layer is formed on the insulator layer to interconnect the electrodes of respective elements that are exposed by through holes formed in the insulator layer.    USE - For manufacturing photovoltaic device used in solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic device is manufactured with high quality and high reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal section of the photovoltaic device.    Semiconductor (1)    Semiconductor layer (2)    Exposed portion of semiconductor (14)    Support (15)    Conductive adhesive (51)    Electrode (62)    Conductive paste (63)    Metal sheet (70)    Electrical insulator layer (71)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (2) placed on the lateral walls of the control room, are hit by the solar energy internally to control room (4). The walls of control room reflect the solar energy so as to penetrate from the outside and is reflected towards the inside by the internal surface of cupola (1) and internal walls, so as to remain within control room and for supply to photovoltaic cells.    USE - For photovoltaic multiplier.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of solar energy in the multiplier of photovoltaic energy allows to obtain energy with high efficiently in minimum space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the diagram of the photovoltaic multiplier.    cupola (1)    photovoltaic cell (2)    reflecting base (3)    control room (4)    reflecting cone (5)
NOVELTY - An illuminated display panel has a rotating mounting on top of a mast (1) and has at least two faces, preferably three evenly spaced faces, provided with display data. At least one of the faces is also fitted with solar panels (13) and the system rotates to follow the sun. The solar panels charge storage batteries and can also be connected to the grid via inverters and control systems in the base housing. This provides a cost effective operating program. Solar panels can also be mounted on the sloping roof of the system. The panels are illuminated as required.    USE - Display and promotional systems, information systems.    ADVANTAGE - Cost effective operating program, no external power feed required    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of an illuminated display system.    Mast (1)    Base housing (3)    Display panel (12)    Solar panels (13)    Sloping roof (17)    Rotating mounting (9)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a high pressure jet force generation method of weir blocking and culvert reservoir on the river branch or deserted beach with certain, which is characterized by the following:casting the diversion culvert with steel, cement, sand and stone; building the closed reservoir in connection with the diversion culvert; setting the spraying pipe with gate under the lateral bottom of closed reservoir; placing the generator units aligning to the opening of spraying pipe; building weir on the transverse main river to cut flow; guiding the main river in the continuous filter to bind the water into the closed reservoir through diversion culvert tightly. The longer the culvert is the larger drop height is. The more the closed reservoir gathers the pressure, the more the jet forceis produced by reservoir to the spraying pipe and the more the generator produces electric effect.
NOVELTY - Two snap-fitted halves forming woman-shaped structure in sitting position is constructed on a base for supporting the whole fitness machine. Two elongated adjustable ropes (A) are attached to both footrest (B) with straps (D) fitted to pedal arms on shaft of alternating current (AC) motor of 1divide by6th Rp capacity arranged between the two halves. A regulator (E) is fitted to motor, to control the speed of the motor to its individual tolerance level.    USE - For performing cycling, walking and jogging exercise for reducing weight and toning of the muscles of the body.    ADVANTAGE - Fitness machine which is portable, easy to operate, and space-saving is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the fitness machine.    elongated ropes (A)    footrest (B)    handle (C)    elastic strap (D)    regulator (E)
NOVELTY - Exercise machine has a computer coupled to a stationary bike. A display device (100) is connected to the computer to display instructions, such as handle position of a handle bar (14), sitting and standing positions and varying cadence ranges. An input device coupled to the display screen enables the rider to input data into the computer.    USE - For indoor cycling.    ADVANTAGE - The computer provides a set of information to the rider, to achieve new fitness level safely and easily. The safeguards in the computer prevents quick advancement of the rider.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an exercising method on stationary bike.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above stationary exercise bike with display screen.    seat assembly (12)    handle bar (14)    pedal assembly (18)    display device (100)    screen (106)
NOVELTY - The device (172,174,176) includes a cavity which defines an optical resonator and having a length, such that the optical resonator resonates in successive resonant modes to locate first and second wavelengths of first and second radiations. The first and second radiations are generated from first and second electronic components.    USE - For use in e.g. display, sensor array, photovoltaic cell.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies fabrication organic materials. Improves readability and contrast of organic electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial sectional view of the substrate of the organic electronic device.    Organic layers (162,164,166)    Organic electronic device (172,174,176)
NOVELTY - A calculation unit (23) calculates a momentum of an exercising user, in response to the acquired characteristic information of reproduced music data, based on the received profile information of physique of user. An output unit (34) outputs the calculated momentum information.    USE - For portable hard-disk player and mini-disk (MD) player for user, during exercising such as jogging, walking and aerobics.    ADVANTAGE - A convenient and user-friendly audio player is obtained for assisting the user to exercise appropriately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of audio player. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    control unit (10)    music information storage device (21)    calculation unit (23)    information sensor (24)    output unit (34)
NOVELTY - A primary crank (122) connects the primary and secondary gears (121,123). A timing belt (125) connects the gears. The primary crank and the timing belt enables the secondary gear to rotate around the primary gear. A secondary crank (124) pivoted to the secondary gear and the foot link (70), creates a elliptical path for the foot link as the secondary gear rotates around the primary gear. An automatic adjusting assembly (129) adjusts the clocking of the secondary crank.    USE - For exercise device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Due to the adjusting mechanism, the user is able to adjust the elliptical path reliably without stepping off the exercise device or even stop or disrupt the exercise routine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the adjustable stride elliptical mechanism.    foot link (70)    gears (121,123)    primary crank (122)    secondary crank (124)    timing belt (125)    automatic adjusting assembly (129)
NOVELTY - The solar cell array has a base acceptance surface including a solar cell, and several vertical acceptance surfaces extending perpendicular from the base. The vertical acceptance surfaces are positioned parallel with each other, each including solar cells on both sides.    USE - Installed in roof of building and automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The power generation per unit of setting area is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic perspective view of the photovoltaic solar cell array.    base panel (5)    vertical panels (14,15)
NOVELTY - The panel has a row of solar cells (24) and one elongated reflector (25) mounted on a face of a base. The reflector has two reflecting sides when the reflector is in a deployed position. The reflector is mounted such that one side of the reflector is adjacent to the row of solar cells and reflects radiation incident on the side onto the adjacent row of solar cells when the reflector is in the deployed position.    USE - Used for a spacecraft (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reflector is mounted such that one side of the reflector is adjacent to the row of solar cells and reflects radiation incident on the side onto the adjacent row of solar cells when the reflector is in the deployed position, thus providing simple design, improved efficiency solar panel while reducing non-uniform cell to cell illumination as well as the thermal issues attendant in the conventional solar panel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a spacecraft comprising a bus with a solar array including a set of solar panels.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar panel.    Solar panel (10)    Adjacent rows (13)    Solar cells (24)    Reflector (25)    Longitudinal bisecting plane (26)
NOVELTY - The mechanism consists of a L-shaped arm (3) arranged along the support axis at the outer side of an inner frame (5) of each panel (1). The L-shaped arm is linked to a connection arm (4) for interlocking along horizontal and vertical directions.    USE - For solar power-generation panel installed in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - The attachment range of the solar panel is extended without increasing the size of the attachment mechanism.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the attachment mechanism of the solar panel.    panel (1)    L-shaped arm (3)    connection arm (4)    inner frame (5)    hole (14)
NOVELTY - The solar cell element (3) is arranged between the surface protection unit (2) and resin-made sealing unit (4). The surplus portion (4a) in edge of sealing unit is cut after melting the solar element by moving heating wire along the contour line of edge of surface protection unit, based on detected value of displacement. The contact to the surface protection unit of heating wire is judged based on the detected value of displacement.    USE - For electric power generation using sunlight by laying solar cell module on roof of the house, building etc.    ADVANTAGE - The stable quality of solar cell module is obtained by eliminating uncut portion of surplus portion of resin-made sealing unit and the generation of the incision of heating wire to surface protection unit, is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for trimming processing apparatus of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and side view of solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    surface protection unit (2)    solar cell element (3)    resin-made sealing unit (4)    surplus portion of sealing unit (4a)
NOVELTY - A stator (3) generates direct current magnetic field and rotor (6) has rotor coil (4). A pair of brush (14a,14b) contacts commutator (8) rotating with the rotor. An electric power output is obtained from output terminal based on rotation of rotor.    USE - For generating power from wind and water energy.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus makes electric power generation possible irrespective of the magnitude of rotational drive force.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A light receiving element fluctuates a relative position relationship with the stator by rotation of the rotor. The light emitting element has a fixed relative position relationship with the stator regardless of rotation of the rotor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    stator (3)    rotor coil (4)    rotor (6)    commutator (8)    brushes (14a,14b)
NOVELTY - The hydraulic machine consists of a draft tube (2) on the downstream of a runner (1). Several holes (7a,7b) are formed in the same height on the wall surface of the draft tube and opened in mutually opposed positions. A communicating tube (8) is fixed on the outer surface of the draft tube to connect the holes of the mutually opposing positions on the outer surface.    USE - For being applied to pump or pump turbine.    ADVANTAGE - The hydraulic pressure pulsation resulting from an eddy in the draft tube is decreased efficiently and easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the basic structure of the principal portion in a hydraulic machine.    runner (1)    draft tube (2)    holes (7a,7b)    communicating tube (8)
NOVELTY - The piston has a cylinder (10), an inflow path (11) and an outflow path (12) provided in a casing (1). A rotary shaft (2) is provided in the cylinder and movable blades (3) are arranged with respect to the rotary shaft. Cavity (5) is provided between the blades and a blade pressing portion (15) is provided between the inflow and outflow paths. When a gas or liquid flows from the inflow path into the cavity the blades open and the rotary shaft is made to rotate by the pushing force of the blades.    USE - For use in wave power generator and river flow power generation, and for dish washing using a rotary brush tool.    ADVANTAGE - The opening and closing movement of the blades is smooth to provide little torque non-uniformity and preventing pulsation of the output shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the rotating piston.    casing (1)    rotary shaft (2)    blades (3)    output shaft (4)    cavity (5)    cylinder (10)    inflow path (11)    outflow path (12)    blade pressing portion (15)
NOVELTY - A radiation unit (20) radiates a ultrasonic wave with respect to user. A display control unit (40) displays the required momentum after radiating ultrasonic wave with respect to the user.    USE - For fixed bicycle and running machine.    ADVANTAGE - The neutral fat of the user's are easily decomposed into free fatty acid, during exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for exercise assistance method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the exercise assistance apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    exercise assistance apparatus (10)    radiation unit (20)    momentum calculation unit (30)    display control unit (40)    user data storage unit (50)
NOVELTY - Optionally entire transparent cover plate, or foil, of photovoltaic module is additionally coated with highly transparent, UV-stable, weather-proof plastics foil by gluing or mechanical fastening. Additional foil has weather-proof print, consisting of surface distributed uniform pixel content of monochrome or multicolor patterns or motives, with pixel proportion corresponding to partial shading surface of active module surface.    USE - Form modifying cover surface of photovoltaic modules.    ADVANTAGE - Environment protection.
NOVELTY - An indoor bicycle electronic measurement and braking system measures the applied brake force using an electronic tension sensor (5) so that a microcontroller controlled motor can adjust it to suit signals (7) from a manual controller (6).    USE - Electronic measurement and braking system for exercise bicycles.    ADVANTAGE - Provides simultaneous electronic brake control and power measurement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exercise bicycle fitted with the measurement and braking system.    Calliper brake (1)    Tension band (2)    Flywheel (3)    Electronic tension sensor (5)    Control unit (6)    Infrared link (7)
NOVELTY - A connection box (1) to connect a solar cell installation to an inverter comprises a housing (2), fuses (3) with fuse bodies, connectors (4) and cable inlets. The fuse bodies are DC fuses. Preferably the cable inlets are plug connectors or screwed units.    USE - As a connection box for a solar cell installation and such an installation (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Solar cell strings can be rapidly and simply connected out of doors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a photovoltaic installation comprising solar cells and the connection box above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view the connection box.    Connection box (1)    Housing (2)    Fuses (3)    Connections (4)    Fuse housing (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves receiving an electrical signal generated by solar cell array. A voltage of the electrical signal is increased to an operational voltage of a maximum power point tracker (MPPT) circuit by using efficiency booster circuit. The increased voltage is decreased to a charging voltage of battery or operational voltage of electrical load.    USE - For use in e.g. solar cell system to extract energy from solar cell array and also from other variable electrical power source such as wind, geothermal, biomass, fuel cell and hydroelectric power source to charge electrical storage device e.g battery such as nickel cadmium (Ni-CD) battery, lithium ion battery, lead acid battery and electrical load such as laptop computer and cell phone charger.    ADVANTAGE - The output voltage of solar cell array is boosted-up using efficiency booster circuit to provide output voltage equal to or greater than 19 Volt to maximum power point tracker (MPPT) circuit and so efficient operation of MPPT circuit is allowed and output power efficiency of solar cell array is improved even during reduced incident solar radiation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an efficiency booster circuit;    (2) energy extraction system; and    (3) electrical signal regulation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the solar cell system.    solar cell system (300)    solar illumination (340)
NOVELTY - A motor-driven generator generates electricity when the hydraulic fluid is discharged from the hydraulic support cylinders. The generator functions as a pump to deliver the fluid from the reservoir through a conduit, and to the cylinders so as to elevate the weighted object to a predetermined height for generating sufficient potential energy.    USE - For hydraulic power system.    ADVANTAGE - The system is efficiently used during high peak power demands, unusual power demands or to be a backup power source if there was no power outage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cut-away view of large diameter, low pressure hydraulic support chamber.    bypass line (88)    pressure sensor (100)
NOVELTY - The system has a turbine (702) including multiple magnetically permeable radial blades that are rotatably mounted in a conduit. A ring (720) is concentric to and positioned around the conduit, where the ring is rotatably mounted to rotate with respect to the conduit. Multiple magnetically permeable units are mounted on an inside of the ring. A magnetic coupling is provided between the turbine and the ring.    USE - Used for driving electric generator, saw, grinder and frictional system for generating heat.    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic coupling provided between the turbine and the ring enables to extract a predetermined amount of rotational energy from the flow of the fluid within a pipe, thus permitting an end user to adjust the amount of water head used according to the needs. The system extracts energy available from the fluid flowing in the pipe in an improved manner without requiring a rotary fluid seal.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating electricity from a fluid flowing in a conduit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an axial view of a fluid flow energy harvesting station.    Turbine (702)    Blades (705)    Ring (720)    Generator (732)    Winding (750)
NOVELTY - The water turbine (1) consists of an elbow-shaped discharge casing (4) arranged in a row to a runner casing (3). A runner accommodated by the runner casing is inserted into the main shaft (8) of turbine to drive a generator (20) installed in a mounting stand (17) connected to bottom of turbine. The front end of main shaft is supported by ceramic sliding bearing (10) arranged at the runner casing and the rear end which is made to project from the discharge casing is supported by a bearing housing (19) clamped to a mounting stand.    USE - For hydraulic power stations.    ADVANTAGE - The water turbine and generator are integrated as single unit, so that installation space is reduced. Water pollution by lubricating oil leakages can be prevented as the external bearings which require lubricating oil are installed in the exterior of casings.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the water-turbine electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    water turbine (1)    runner casing (3)    discharge casing (4)    main shaft (8)    ceramic sliding bearing (10)    mounting stand (17)    bearing housing (19)    generator (20)
NOVELTY - An acceleration storage system stores the inertial measurements of several accelerometers, with respect the human body, using which the velocity, displacement and other derivate quantities are estimated by a computer. An estimation storage system stores the speed and displacement estimations for every computed motion of the human body.    USE - For monitoring body movement of person during weight training session, walking, jumping, running or physiotherapy.    ADVANTAGE - The displacement of the body is easily measured with high accuracy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the displacement measurement apparatus.
NOVELTY - An environmentally friendly system for water pumping, e.g. for electricity generation and/or for irrigation, has reservoirs (1, 1B) Under the water level and fitted with membranes (11) inflated by pneumatic pumps (4) to expel water up exit pipes (2)for irrigation and/or power generation. The reservoirs are filled via inlet valves (12) and via a pumped system (5). The air and water pumps are powered by wind driven generators.    USE - Power generation and irrigation    ADVANTAGE - An environmentally friendly system with a minimum of maintenance    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of a water pumping system.    Water reservoirs (1, 1B)    Pneumatic pump (4)    Elastic membrane (11)    Water outlet (2)    Water inlet (5, 12)
NOVELTY - The exercise device has a drive shaft rotatably mounted on a frame along the longitudinal axis. The torque tubes (310,315) mounted on the drive shaft, transfer the torque to the drive shaft. The carriage assemblies (600) operate to reciprocate along the frame in the longitudinal direction, and rotate the respective torque tubes upon laterally traveling towards the frame. An air spring resists the rotation of the drive shaft. the control means comprises: a panel mounted to the main handrail and having a user interface operable to communicate an indication of the eddy current.    USE - For simulating range of lateral motions, including skiing and skating.    ADVANTAGE - Natural experience associated with out door sports is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A controller comprises a user interlace operable to receive the indication and translate the indication to a dimension of the proximity of the magnetic devices mounted to the plate members of the resistance frame. A biasing device is provided to be in electrical communication with a decoder and operable to displace at least one of the magnetic devices and the plate members to achieve the proximity of the magnetic devices correlating with the indication of the eddy current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the sub-assembly of the exercise device.    front portion (15)    end plates (105)    drive assembly (300)    torque tubes (310,315)    helical fin (317)    carriage assembly (600)
NOVELTY - The panel has a photovoltaic array (5) located between an outer sheet (4) and a platform (6). The platform includes a peg and a surrounding wall which, in use, locate the outer sheet so as to substantially restrict lateral movement of the outer sheet relative to the platform. In use, the panel is removably attached to an inner support structure (3).    USE - For solar tile assembly.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the need for an electrical protector and a tile clip as two separate components.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In use, an electrical connection between an electrical connector of the panel and an electrical connector of the inner support structure is achieved by bringing together the panel and the inner support structure. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar tile manufacturing method;    (B) a solar tile assembly; and    (C) a combined electrical connector protector and solar tile assembly clip    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exploded perspective view of a solar tile assembly.    Inner support structure (3)    Outer sheet (4)    Photovoltaic array (5)    Platform (6)    Apertures (51)
NOVELTY - Sidewalls are formed on the glass pane by press stamping, and solar cells (110) are layered within sidewalls. Metallic wires (120-123) are formed on the glass pane and solar cell respectively.    USE - For double pane glass window installed on buildings such as tall buildings, to assist in solar power generation. Also for solar power generating windows installed in houses or trailers.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cells are protected from the contamination or weather conditions effectively, which in turn raises the manufacturing efficiency. The visibility of the windows is not affected, while ensuring high electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of glass pane with solar cell array.    glass pane (101)    solar cells (110)    wires (120-123)
NOVELTY - An optoelectronic device is made by forming a porous film (206) on a substrate by a surfactant temptation technique; and filling the pores in (206) with a pore-filling material (208), where (206) and (208) have complementary charge transfer properties with respect to each other. (206 ) Includes interconnected pores that are uniformly distributed. The pores have diameters of 1-100 nm. Neighboring pores are separated by 1-100 nm.    USE - For making an optoelectronic device, particularly photovoltaic, e.g. solar cell devices for power generation system for electric power production.    ADVANTAGE - The invention forms the device inexpensively and on a large scale. The uniform distribution of the pore enhances the overall conversion efficiency of the photovoltaic cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for making a charge-splitting network comprising: forming a porous nano-architected, film on a substrate by filling the pores in the porous nano-architected film with a pore-filling material, where the porous nano-architected film includes interconnected pores that are substantially uniformly distributed, the pores have diameters of about 1-100 nm, neighboring pores are separated by about 1-100 nm, the interconnected pores in the surfactant-templated film are accessible from an underlying layer and/or overlying layer, and the porous film and the pore-filling material have complementary charge transfer properties with respect to each other.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic of a device structure for a photovoltaic cell.    Electrode (202, 210)    Interface layer (203)    Porous film (206)    Pore-filling material (208)
NOVELTY - According to proposed method iceberg is chosen in flight to estimate mass and dimensions characteristics of iceberg and them is landed onto iceberg to determine control points of anchor wells with anchor devices into which the anchor devices are fitted. Cables are fastened to couplers of anchor devices connecting them with aerostat-and-sail system prepared for transportation of iceberg to place of destination by filling aerostats with light gas to bring sail system in raised state. Course of iceberg travel is maintained by remote control of sail system provided from escort ship. At arrival of iceberg at place of destination in continental part of tropic of Cancer or Tropic of Capricorn iceberg is cut into transportable parts deliver to platforms where thermal conditions of surrounding medium change phase state of solid iceberg into drinking water which is then transported under pressure by pump system along pipeline laid in continental part of shelf to consumers on continent.    USE - Sea transport.    ADVANTAGE - Accelerated transportation of ice to place of destination for use as source of ecologically clean drinking water.
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic unit has several photovoltaic panels (10) at the inner surface of a container. A mirror (11) provided at the angle of side face, is attached to the edge of the upper portion of the photovoltaic apparatus (6) to trap the sunlight. A cover (4) made of plastic or glass is arranged at the upper surface of the photovoltaic apparatus.    USE - For electric products such as domestic air conditioning, fluorescent lamp, personal computer, mobile telephone, electronic notebook, motor vehicle and ship. Also used for charging of the battery.    ADVANTAGE - The power generation is performed with reduced fluctuations, by arranging the photovoltaic panel in three dimension.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the mirror installed in the upper portion of the photovoltaic apparatus.    cover (4)    photovoltaic apparatus (6)    photovoltaic panel (10)    mirror (11)    joining container form object (12)
NOVELTY - The mounting structure has a panel mounting metal fitting (9) which is fixed to corners (8E-8H) of column element (8). The reverse side of solar cell panel (3) contacts back side of panel support portion of metal fitting. The panel side face support portion contacts side face of panel while fixing panel to metal fitting. The corner cover material (10) is detachably attached to adjacent metal fitting through corner of column element.    USE - For street light, guide sign and road sign.    ADVANTAGE - The solar panel can be exchanged easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the street light using the solar cell panel.    street light (1)    solar cell panel (3)    column element (8)    corners (8E-8H)    metal fitting (9)    corner cover material (10)
NOVELTY - An internal lead wire (12) guides electric power generated in solar cell module (13) and cable (15) picks out generated electric power to exterior of the module. The internal lead wire and cable are connected by soldering to connection portion (A) on reverse side of board (11). A waterproof and insulating resin having a defined shape is formed by exposing reverse side of board such that the resin centers on connection portion (A).    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The hardened resin is used as a terminal and the need for terminal block is eliminated. The number of components, cost and weight are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    solar cell (1)    board (11)    lead wire (12)    solar cell module (13)    cable (15)
NOVELTY - The wind-force or solar power generation tower or power transmission pillar has couplers (3,4) for connecting with a parked motor vehicle. The motor vehicle is electrically charged by the electric power generated by the tower.    USE - For disaster and crime prevention.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reduced installation cost and ensures a survival space for disaster prevention in a familiar place. Ensures convenience in use and reduced electric utilization cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a side view showing the connection of the coupler between the wind-force and solar power generation tower or power transmission pillar and parked motor vehicle.    Couplers (3,4)    Wind power generator (5)    Solar panels (6)
NOVELTY - The socket has a fastening rim (20), where the socket is formed from a light weight construction unit (10). The light weight construction unit comprises the fastening rim for adaptation with an adjoining light weight construction unit. The light weight construction unit is designed as a hollow body and is made of plastic. The construction unit possesses an inclined absorption surface (40).    USE - Used for mounting a collector on a flat roof (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The socket is formed from the light weight construction unit that is designed as the hollow body, where construction unit is made of plastic, thus minimizing weight load of the collector on the flat roof.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of a collector mounting socket.    Collector mounting socket (1)    Light weight construction unit (10)    Fastening rim (20)    Absorption surface (40)    Rear panel (42)
NOVELTY - Combined, active training and therapy arrangement has supporting element (2) in which irradiation lamps and training equipment are built-in whereby supporting element are combined with mirror elements (3) and positioned in a closed visible protection form. The training equipment (1) is placed in the assigned area (4).    USE - For physical fitness.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures intensive training with simultaneous tanning and therapy with high efficiency. Ensures small expenditure of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plan view of the combined, active training and therapy arrangement.    Training equipment (1)    Supporting element (2)    Mirror elements (3)    Assigned area (4)    Entrance (8)
NOVELTY - The system has a storage device communicating with a central processing unit for storing a set of previously recorded video segments, where each of the previously recorded video segments comprises video instructional content and audio instructional content. A user interface selects a set of video segments from the stored video segments. A display device displays the selected video segments.    USE - Used with an exercise machine e.g. stationary cycle, rowing machine, stair climbing machine and elliptical machine.    ADVANTAGE - The system orderly plays the video segment in a play list with minimal delay between the video segments, thus maintaining continuity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of assembling an individualized exercise session from prerecorded exercise video segments.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a system for retrieving and displaying video segments.
NOVELTY - The method involves placing a liquid in a pressure vessel to form a liquid-vapor two-phase system, where boiling point of the liquid is near ambient temperature. Heat energy from a naturally occurring heat source is gathered. The gathered heat energy is transmitted to the system to heat the liquid to vaporize the liquid to generate a high-pressure vapor. The generated high-pressure vapor is utilized to drive a motor (6).    USE - Used for generating power from naturally occurring heat source e.g. solar energy, geothermal energy and hot spring.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively generates power from naturally occurring heat energy without consuming fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a power generating method.    Conduction heat pipes (2)    Pressure vessel (3)    Safety valve (4)    Pressure gauge (5)    Motor (6)    Cooler (15)
NOVELTY - Provided is an electric fitness equipment for handstanding equipped with power transfer and blocking units to allow a user to be able to safely control the rotation mode of the equipment.    USE - Electric fitness equipment for handstanding.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electric fitness equipment for handstanding includes: a support frame (100); a bed (300) rotatably installed at a mounting part (110) of the support frame (100); a rotating unit (200) with a driving unit (210); a controller (400) for controlling the rotating unit (200); a power transfer unit (220) connecting the driving unit (210) to a rotational axis of the bed (300); and a blocking unit (230) for mechanically blocking power transfer. A user is able to select the rotation mode of the equipment stored in a memory chip of the controller (420) using a keypad (433).
NOVELTY - The module (10) comprises cell rows (16,18) formed by connecting eight unit cells (14) in series electrically. An anode of the cell row (16) serves as an anode of cell row (18) of the right side, and a cathode of cell row (18) serves as cathode of cell row (16) of the right side. The cell rows (16,18) are connected in parallel electrically. A wiring (20) for cathodes of cell rows and wiring (22) for anodes respectively goes through end surfaces of a glass substrate (24).    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generating characteristic produces the favorable solar cell module for low voltage with a low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory diagram of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (10)    unit cells (14)    cell rows (16,18)    wirings (20,22)    glass substrate (24)
NOVELTY - Gas bubbles are supplied to the fluid flowing in the pipe (14) inclined along vertical interval, from supply unit (30) at upstream side of ultrasonic flow meter (15). An ultrasonic wave is transmitted along several measurement lines (15a,15b), and the ultrasonic echo reflected from the gas bubbles is received and processed to measure the flow-velocity distribution of fluid.    USE - For fluid flow measurement, e.g. in hydroelectric power station, pumped storage power station etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid flow rate can be measured correctly with high accuracy and sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an ultrasonic-flow measurement apparatus as used in the above method.    water tank (12)    pipe (14)    ultrasonic flow meter (15)    measurement lines (15a,15b)    gas bubbles supply unit (30)
NOVELTY - An engagement mechanism is coupled to a swing arm and to a foot link (60,70). An arm enabling and disabling mechanism is operably engaged with a swing arm, such that the swing arm is coupled to the foot link or detached from the foot link when the enabling and disabling mechanism is in engagement or disengaged position, respectively. A force applied to the swing arm produces a corresponding force on the front portion (62) of the foot link.    USE - For exercising arms and shoulders.    ADVANTAGE - Enables operating of the arm enabling and disabling mechanism without interrupting the exercise routine. Provides the required strength and rigidity while maintaining a relatively lightweight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an arm enabling and disabling mechanism for use with an elliptical exercise device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the elevated front perspective view of an exercise device.    Foot link (60,70)    Front portion (62)    Engagement assembly (100)    Curve attachment link (114)
NOVELTY - A pedal mount includes a pedal (32) that is secured to the pedal lever (44) such that pedal is selectively positionable in two positions along the length of the pedal lever. One assembly is engaged with the pedal lever while the other assembly is secured to the pivot axle (40) engaged with the pedal lever.    USE - For providing a user with an elliptical step exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Adjustable to the individual needs and desires of different users including the variation of the elliptical path of the foot support.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side perspective view of the left hand portion of the elliptical step apparatus.    Longitudinal support (18)    Member (22)    Pedal (32)    Pivot axle (40)    Pedal lever (44)
NOVELTY - Increscent lighting surface is focalized on solar cell module (thermoelectric conversion). Through photovoltaic (thermoelectric) conversion, energy reaches to power generation system. That is to say procedure is carried out in following steps: through reflecting mirror, sunlight is reflected to condensed bowl; condense and collected light shines out convex mirror; light focalized by the convex mirror irradiates solar cell module; photovoltaic or thermoelectric conversion generates electrical energy; through wire, the energy is input to accumulator for standby or for household to use directly. In overcast and rainy days, or electric power shortage in accumulator, stove of using briquette or coal gas can be used for making heat. Then through thermoelectric conversion module, heat energy is converted to electrical energy. The invention takes full advantage of solar energy to generate electricity, or uses stove of using briquette or coal gas to generate electricity.
NOVELTY - The panel has a control circuit for processing and collecting exercising data. The control circuit has input terminals connected to switching buttons and output terminals connected to display units. The display units (10, 20) are controlled by the control circuit to display the exercising data, where the display units are divided into a set of display zones. The buttons are operated by a user to drive the control circuit.    USE - Used in a fitness machine (claimed) e.g. treadmill, for controlling functioning of the fitness machine.    ADVANTAGE - The display units, e.g. liquid crystal display panel, light emitting diode display, are divided into the set of display zones, thus displaying different data about current exercising status in the form of numbers, English letters or signs at a time, thereby satisfying consumer`s demand. The switching buttons are operated by the user to drive the control circuit, thus rapidly changing the combination of the display contents of the display units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a control panel.    Display units (10, 20)    Switching buttons (30, 40)    Control panel (100)
NOVELTY - The system has a supporting unit (103) fabricated from metal having high thermal conductivity. The supporting unit has a plane surface that serves for installation of a solar photovoltaic cell (104), and an opposite concave cylindrical surface. The surface is positioned on a bearing pipe and turned around the pipe. A frame (106) of the concentrator of solar radiation is joined with the supporting unit.    USE - Photovoltaic solar power system.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the concentrator of solar radiation provides cheap and reliable construction of the photovoltaic solar power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of two adjacent photovoltaic concentrator modules arranged in parallel with a common tracking rod.    Bearing pipes (102)    Supporting unit (103)    Solar photovoltaic cell (104)    Frame (106)    Spring unit (110)
NOVELTY - The console (10) comprises a set of large indicating area (20) with several LEDs (22) of different color. A microprocessor controls the ON/OFF operation of each LED to illuminate different light colors in large area to provide indication of parameters such as the heart rate of the operator or rotating speed of the exercise apparatus.    USE - For use in exercise apparatus such as treadmill and spinner bike.    ADVANTAGE - The optical indication area enables the observer to easily acquire and judge current exercise status of operator at one glance, which improves convenience of observer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the electronic console.    electronic console (10)    control buttons (12)    parameter setting buttons (14)    indicating area (20)    LEDs (22)
NOVELTY - Multiple solar cell modules (11,1m) have wirings that are connected in parallel. The wiring connection of the solar cell modules is confirmed by comparing values of electric current that flow into the wirings of the initial and last solar cell modules.    USE - For confirming wiring connection between solar cell modules installed on roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy and correct confirmation of parallel connection of solar cell modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the end view of the solar cell module wiring confirmation structure.    Power cable (2)    Output connector (3)    Ammeter (4a,4b)    Solar cell modules (11,1m)
NOVELTY - The sloped surfaces of a reflector (28) made of light shielding resin, surrounds a photodiode (24). A Fresnel lens (30) made of translucent resin is in contact with the reflector and covers the photodiode. The interface boundary of the reflector and lens, functions as a reflecting surface. Gap is maintained between the lens and the photodiode.    USE - For light reception sensor, photointerruptor, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The light emission and reception efficiency is increased at low cost and mass production is improved by avoiding need for increasing number of required components. As gap is maintained between the optical elements, damage of the optical element and disconnection of the wirings are prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the opto device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    opto device (22)    photodiode (24)    reflector (28)    Fresnel lens (30)    hole (32a)
NOVELTY - The box has a base plate (1) in which terminal boards (4) are arranged orderly. The terminal boards are connected mutually through the bypass diodes (6) such that openings (7) are formed between diodes so as to guide the heat generated from the diodes towards the panel.    USE - For solar cell panel installed in roofs of house or building.    ADVANTAGE - The overall temperature of the box during usage state is reduced, while reducing manufacturing cost due to avoidance of large amount of packing resin.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a three dimensional perspective view of terminal box.    base plate (1)    side walls (3)    terminal boards (4)    bypass diodes (6)    openings (7)
NOVELTY - The solar cell element has several unit solar cells (31) that are formed on a substrate (11). The unit solar cells are arranged in one row, such that the unit solar cells are connected in series towards two way through a hole (18).    USE - Used in houses for electrical power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The formation of edge in the solar cell module, is eliminated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top, bottom and sectional views of the solar cell element.    insulation substrate (11)    electrode layer (12)    hole for current collection (17)    hole for serial connection (18)    unit solar cell (31)
NOVELTY - A string (1) connects several solar cell modules (2b) to a snow melting solar cell module (2a). The switches (4) selectively switch the snow melting solar cell module to another state by disconnecting other solar cell modules and connecting the string to a power supply (3).    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The snow lying on the surface of solar cell module is removed effectively using a small power supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory diagram of the solar energy power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    string (1)    snow melting solar cell module (2a)    solar cell module (2b)    power supply (3)    switch (4)
NOVELTY - A controller (55) incorporated with secondary battery for storing electric power from plate-shaped solar cell (1) and control circuit, functions as power supply. A power cord (52) connects solar cell and controller.    USE - For aquaculture equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Aquaculture equipment can be run in day time or night time using electric power from solar cell stored in secondary battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for aquaculture equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a light sensor in aquaculture equipment using electric power from solar cell.    solar cell (1)    installation stand (50)    power cord (52)    infrared sensor (54)    controller (55)
NOVELTY - The protection sheet (1,2) has layer(s) of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer and layer(s) of cyclic olefin (co)polymer.    USE - As surface protection sheet for solar cell module (claimed) used as auxiliary power supply for motor vehicles, and domestic power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The surface protection sheet has excellent damp proofing, weather resistance and impact strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the section of structure of solar cell module.    Protection sheet (1,2)    Sealing resin layer (3,4)    Photovoltaic cell (5)
NOVELTY - A pair of endless belts (3,5) with adjacent runs (7,9) is arranged in parallel with each other. The runs extend in the same direction. One of the belts has paddles (11) engaged over the runs of the other belt. A Venturi (19) directs moving water between the belts, enabling the belts to run adjacently and power an electric generator (25).    USE - For producing electricity using flowing water in e.g. stream, river, or tidal or wave motion of water in e.g. sea.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes simplified yet cost effective construction using e.g. river running water, sea tidal waves, as sources of energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a schematic side view of a hydroelectric generator.    Endless belts (3,5)    Runs (7,9)    Paddles (11)    Venturi (19)    Electric generator (25)
NOVELTY - The whole test plane of photovoltaic devices (Ms) is divided imaginarily into sections. A selected member (6f), provided to adjust irradiance, is disposed opposite the test plane (2) of each imaginary sections to equalize the irradiance by a light source (6) at every irradiated test plane of sections after which light from light source is directed onto the test plane of an object to be measured.    USE - For measurement of current-voltage characteristics of photovoltaic device.    ADVANTAGE - Improves efficiency of tooling change for multiple types of photovoltaic devices by setting the required module for setting irradiance in portion for setting the object of solar simulator. Suppresses or eliminates locative unevenness of irradiance by the portion for adjusting irradiance brought close to the test plane side of object. Ensures accurate measurement of the output characteristics of photovoltaic device. Reduces dispersion of form factor according to the locative unevenness of irradiance on the test plane. Eliminates locative unevenness of irradiance easily with high accuracy since irradiance is adjusted directly for each intended section. Obtains high-accuracy measurement in quick response to change of each object module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar simulator for measuring current-voltage characteristics of photovoltaic device;    (B) a module for setting irradiance of a solar simulator; and    (C) a portion for adjusting the irradiance of a solar simulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of a solar simulator for measuring the current-voltage characteristics.    Test plane (2)    Light source (6)    Lamp (6b)    Selected member (6f)    Photovoltaic devices (Ms)
NOVELTY - The device has a tracking drive with a ring segment shaped guiding rail (54) that is fastened to a support frame, and shiftably supported between three bearing wheels (51, 52, 53) in a circumferential direction of the rail. The wheel (52) is radially arranged inside the rail and the wheels (51, 53) are arranged radially outside the rail. An electrically, hydraulically or pneumatically operable linear drive is provided to drive the rail.    USE - Used for installation in a roofage for tracking a solar cell that is arranged in a support frame.    ADVANTAGE - The ring segment shaped guiding rail is shiftably supported between the three bearing wheels in the circumferential direction of the rail, thus enabling the frame to swivel around a swivel axis. The device is compact and can be manufactured in a simple manner and operated in a reliable and maintenance free manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a device for tracking a solar cell.    Base frame (2)    Support frame (10)    Final positions of support frame (10.1, 10.2)    Bearing wheels (51, 52, 53)    Guide rail (54)
NOVELTY - A heat radiating device of automobile consists of solar cell, thermoelectric cooler electric connected to solar cell and a hot tube. It features that thermoelectric cooler is set on shell of automobile , vaporizing section of hot tube is placed in shell of automobile and condensing section of hot tube is closely nestled up to thermoelectric cooler .
NOVELTY - The turbine has a funneling system in which the water velocity is increased by gradually decreasing the cross section area of the water inlet to the projected area of the turbine rotor. The funneling system leads to the concentration of the energy contained in the flowing water. Preferably, all components are made of sea-resistant cement, especially the host body of the turbine and the rotor (2) of the turbine.    USE - For generating power from flowing water.    ADVANTAGE - Smaller rotor size can be used, in which manufacturing cost is reduced and mechanical problems associated with moving parts are minimum. Components can be protected from salty water in the ocean.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the water flow turbine configuration.    Rotor (2)    Rotor vertical shaft (4)    Magnetic bearing (5)    Generator (G)    Gear box (GB)
NOVELTY - The circuit has an electronic switch arrangement (3) including a switching device (5) controlled by a control circuit (4) and switched parallel to a solar cell. The switching device has two MOSFETs, which are controlled by the control circuit temporarily due to shadowing effects of the solar cell so that a bypass current is generated for the cell. A DC-DC converter of the switch gear is connected with energy storage.    USE - Used for solar cells of a solar cell module (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The switching device is controlled by the control circuit temporarily due to shadowing effects of the solar cell such that the bypass current is generated for the solar cell, thus the solar cell always remains in a ready to use condition while preventing the damage to the solar cell. The circuit avoids the need for bypass-diodes, thus the circuit heats up only slightly during the operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a protective circuit.    Solar cell module (1)    Switch arrangement (3)    Control circuit (4)    Switching device (5)    MOSFETs (6, 7)
NOVELTY - The subassembly has a supporting media (120) supporting elongated semiconductor strips (110). The elongated semiconductor strips are placed on and affixed to the supporting media in a parallel configuration. The elongated semiconductor strips are formed from a wafer of semiconductor material. The supporting media has conductive metal portions which are formed with an insulative material.    USE - Used in a solar panel.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the subassembly provides flexibility especially in the handling and assembling photovoltaic modules, thus operating the modules without any manual intervention and the subassembly can be manufactured with reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a panel comprising tabbed subassemblies with a subassembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top plan view of a modular subassembly.    Modular subassembly (100)    Elongated semiconductor strips (110)    Supporting media (120)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing geothermal generation of electricity, and providing hydroelectric generation of electricity. The geothermal generation and hydroelectric generation are operationally coupled in-line, and are powered by waste heat from flue gas and waste heat from demineralized circulating water.    USE - For reusing natural gas waste heat to produce electricity without additional Btu inputs.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates any type of internal and/or external cooling towers and thus eliminates any and all cooling tower evaporation. Provides greatly improved topographical elevation change of water state process that significantly supersedes any traditional uphill off-peak pumping costs. Allows flexible generation from geothermal units. Eliminates station service losses from traditional winter maintenance against icing. Reduces induction fan use due to negative pressure generated at the bottom intake of tall power stack flue.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exemplary embodiment of a power stack system.    Power stack system (80)    Natural gas heat exchangers (84)    Headers (86,90)    Valve (92)    Stack heat exchanger (94)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a frame unit with an upright frame (11) and a base frame (12). The frame (11) is movable in a reciprocating state by the use of a rack. One end of two planks is attached to a bottom end of the handlebars while the other end moves up and down in alternating succession above the frame (12). A drive mechanism (30) manually or automatically controls a movement of one of both frames to a preset position.    USE - Oval tracked exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The drive mechanism manually or automatically controls the movement of one of both the upright frame and the base frame to a preset position, thus synchronically adjusting both the handlebars to simulate an oval-tracked walking exercise in an uphill or downhill position, and hence easily achieving balance sense during an exercise session, thereby avoiding wastage of time and effort. One end of the planks is attached to the bottom end of the handlebars while the other end moves up and down in alternating succession above the base frame, thus simulating an oval walking track in treading treadles. The upright frame is movable in the reciprocating state by the use of the rack, thus effectively completing the adjustment of the planks angle, and hence eliminating the individual adjustment of the handlebars in the oval-tracked exercise apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic drawing of an oval tracked exercise apparatus.    Upright frame (11)    Base frame (12)    Planks (15)    Guide rail (20)    Drive mechanism (30)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an upright frame pivotally attached to the base of a base frame. Two handlebars are attached to a right and left side of the upright frame, respectively. A position-limiting tube (21) is mounted on the upright frame. A connecting rod (22) is placed between the upright frame and the base frame, where the connecting rod passes through a position-limiting tube for forming an adjusting mechanism (20).    USE - Elliptical exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The connecting rod is placed between the upright frame and the base frame, where the rod passes through the position-limiting tube for forming the adjusting mechanism, thus synchronically adjusting the handlebars to allow the simulation of an oval exercise track in an uphill/downhill position.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an oval-tracked exercise apparatus.    Handlebars (13)    Planks (15)    Adjusting mechanism (20)    Position-limiting tube (21)    Connecting rod (22)
NOVELTY - The method involves completing moderate aerobic exercise in complete comfort that is defined on a basis of self-assessed bio-feedback. Short repeated bouts of aerobic exercise extending from 0.5 to 2 minutes duration is performed. A warm-up is performed followed by 20 to 40 minutes of alternating aerobic exercise and weightlifting exercise, and a read only memory (ROM) is cooled-down.    USE - Used for performing the beginning level of integrated body conditioning (IBC) exercise for a human subject.    ADVANTAGE - The method virtually eliminates muscle soreness, and attains steady decline in heart rate with increasing physical conditioning, and achieves greater reduction in systolic blood pressure. The method enables the exerciser to attain superior physical condition much faster, and with much greater efficiency and without any severe pain.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of intermediate level exercise    (B) a method of advanced level exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an outline of a method for performing the beginning level of integrated body conditioning (IBC) exercise.
NOVELTY - The system has two beams provided on two frames, and two weights (3, 4) fixedly secured on long end of the beams for conversion of potential energy of the weights into oscillatory movement of the beams, respectively. A gearbox (24) is fixed on one of the frames for regulation of oscillatory movement of the beams. A brake device (40) is fixed on the gearbox, and is connected with a hydraulic or an air line of a brake.    USE - Used for a vehicle e.g. car, bus, ship, and air plane.    ADVANTAGE - The two weights are fixedly secured on the long end of the two beams for the conversion of the potential energy of the weights into the oscillatory movement of the beams, respectively, thus enabling conversion of the potential energy of the two equal weights to the rotary motion to drive a vehicle e.g. car, bus, ship, and air plane, without using leaf springs for generating electricity only with constant rate. The brake device is connected with the hydraulic or the air line of the brake, thus eliminating the need for a driver to use a clutch`s pedal to decrease the speed, and hence providing convenience driving.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an upper part of a transportation and power generating system.    Beams (1, 2)    Weights (3, 4)    Gearbox (24)    Brake device (40)    Electric starter (41)
NOVELTY - The device has a photovoltaic (PV) unit comprising a light-receiving surface with an anti-reflection coating through which the photovoltaic unit receives a solar radiation. A cooling-enhancing unit (24) transparent to solar radiation covers the light-receiving surface. The cooling-intensification unit in the cooling enhancing unit emits infrared (IR) radiation in a spectral range of atmospheric transparency windows.    USE - Photovoltaic device e.g. solar cell, solar module, and solar panel.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling-intensification unit emits the infrared (IR) radiation in the spectral range of the atmospheric transparency windows, thus removing the thermal energy from the photovoltaic device unit in an outward direction, and hence providing an efficient cooling of the surface of the PV unit. The cooling-enhancing units are easy to fabricate, providing electrical control over the cooling efficiency, and are cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for intensification of the cooling of a photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of a photovoltaic device.    Photovoltaic device (20)    Photovoltaic unit (22)    Light-receiving side (23)    Cooling-enhancing unit (24)    Transparent protective cover (26)
NOVELTY - The module has a starting substrate including a bottom electrode (104) made of a flexible bulk conductor. An active layer and a transparent conducting layer are disposed such that the active layer is placed between the bottom electrode and the transparent conducting layer. Electrical contacts (120) are formed through the transparent conducting layer, the active layer, the flexible bulk conductor and the insulating layer.    USE - Optoelectronic device module e.g. solar cell, and light-emitting diode.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical contacts are formed through the transparent conducting layer, the active layer, the flexible bulk conductor and the insulating layer, thus simplifying the manufacturing process steps for the device module, and hence easily depositing the insulating layer without worrying about covering up the back plane. The electrical shorts are isolated without jeopardizing a 100 percent yield. The back plane is in a form of a thin aluminum tape, thus greatly reducing material cost of the device module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for fabricating an optoelectronic device module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical cross-sectional view of a portion of an array of optoelectronic device module.    Bottom electrode (104)    Insulating layer (106)    Back plane (108)    Transparent conducting layer (109)    Electrical contacts (120)
NOVELTY - The platform has a bicycle mounting base (24) to accept an exercise bicycle in an upright position. A pivoting unit is attached to the base, and has a pivot beam with legs that are arranged at right angles to each other. A component e.g. gear motor drive, angularly articulates the base, and has controls to initiate directional articulation. A platform enclosure (40) supports the base, and provides a safety barrier.    USE - Used for mounting a stationary bicycle e.g. exercise bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The pivoting unit is attached to the base, and the component e.g. gear motor drive, angularly articulates the base, thus permitting angular displacement of the base at the lateral axis and longitudinal axis for simulating uphill and downhill bicycle riding and turning and leaning motion on a person when seated on a bike that is mounted on the base. The platform enclosure provides the safety barrier for protecting moving components of the platform.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial isometric view of an articulating platform.    Articulating platform (20)    Exercise bicycle (22)    Bicycle mounting base (24)    Platform enclosure (40)    Electrical switch gear repository (90)
NOVELTY - A shield cover (6) has a top plate (62) between a pair of lenses (51,52). A back board (61) and a press board (63) extend orthogonally from rear and front edges of the top plate, and clamp a resin package (5) in the transverse direction of a substrate (1). The pressboard has a pair of diagonal plates (64) that slant towards the resin package.    USE - For notebook personal computer, mobile telephone, and electronic notebook.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reliable attachment of shield cover. Offers small size optical-communication module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the optical-communication module.    Substrate (1)    Shield cover (6)    Lenses (51,52)    Back board (61)    Top plate (62)    Press board (63)    Diagonal plates (64)
NOVELTY - A L-shaped installation metal fitting (6) has an erection portion vertically installed from a base plate portion contacting a clamp concrete (3). A support leg portion of bracket (7) is fastened by a screw fastener (9) in the erection portion of metal fitting. A clamp metal fitting (8) performs clamping fixing of an outer frame of a solar cell module (20) with the bracket.    USE - For solar-power-generator.    ADVANTAGE - The installation surface of solar cell module is fixed without changing the installation position of solar cell module. The improvement of electric-cover generation efficiency is achieved effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar-power-generator.    clamp concrete (3)    metal fitting (6)    bracket (7)    clamp metal fitting (8)    screw fastener (9)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - An adhesive agent attaches a terminal box to a solar cell panel. The air bubble mixed into the adhesive agent is removed, when a pressure reduction space is created between the solar cell panel and the terminal box.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell panel module (claimed) installed in the roof of sunny house, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell panel module where there is no variance of the heat-transfer efficiency from the terminal box to the solar cell panel is achieved and the quality stability of the module is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the general manufacturing process of the solar cell panel. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A hinge metal fitting (4) fixed on both sides of the solar cell panel (2) connects the adjacent solar cell panel and permits folding of the panels. A float (5) fixed at each opening edge of the solar cell panel permits the solar cell panel module to float on water surface. An electric power junction fixed at the hinge connection has positive and negative poles for electrically connecting the solar cell panel with the electric power junction.    USE - For use in e.g. water treatment plant, natural lakes and marshes.    ADVANTAGE - The hinge metal fitting enables the solar cell panels to easily fold and expand with minimum labor and enables to compactly accommodate the solar cell panels.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the solar power generation apparatus.    solar cell (1)    solar cell panel (2)    hinge metal fitting (4)    float (5)    fixture (12)
NOVELTY - A solution made transistor comprises containers (C1-C3), three solutions (S1-S3), circular metallic joint (J1) of two metals with finger geometric structures (M1,M2), circular metallic joint (J2) of two metals with finger geometric structures (M1, M2), junctions (J11,J14,J15,J22,J26,J27,J33), terminals (T2,T4,T6,T7), two magnets (MGT), leads for terminals, metallic finger geometric structures (M3,M4). Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A lead (1) is welded to the pass-bar of solar battery cell through solder. Multiple through holes (2), formed along the longitudinal direction of the lead, have corners (2a) in the lateral direction of the lead.    USE - For solar battery cell in solar battery module.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces occurrence of cracking due to bending and thermal stress on solar battery cell without impairing the conductivity of the lead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plan view of lead structure.    Lead (1)    Through holes (2)    Corners (2a)
NOVELTY - The present invention provides exercise regulation auxiliary equipment. It includes function setting portion, heart rate sensing and receiving portion, timer, data storage portion, program storage portion MP3 storage portion, communication portion, AD/DA conversion portion, display portion, control portion and power supply portion. Said equipment can judge that the exercise quantity is proper or not, can select and play back different music to regulate exercise state so as to promote the regulation of health state.
NOVELTY - A semiconductor based sensor module has a memory array loaded with a pattern of bit values that changes in response to radiation exposure. A metal spintronics based event detection module detects single or multiple bit changes, based on preset relation between bit values and radiation type and encodes radiation detection information. A communication circuitry generates a detection signal based on the detected information. An interfacing circuit between the sensor module and detection module, converts current and voltage signal levels between them.    USE - For non-intrusive monitoring of radioactive materials in hospital, nuclear power plant for use in container ship port, for commercial applications like industrial sensing material analysis, radioactive waste monitoring, environmental remediation. For space application such as detection of radiation on planetary surfaces, insitu measurements of radiation environment around and on surface of asteroids.    ADVANTAGE - The detector is capable of detecting different types and doses of radiation effectively. The radiation detector is inexpensive, inherently low noise and immune to radiation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for radiation detector calibrating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the radiation detector.
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic electrode consists of a titania aerogel film in electrical contact with a conductive lead. The aerogel film, coated with a photosensitive dye, comprises pores having average diameter of 5-50 nm.    USE - For titania aerogel based photovoltaic electrode for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The aerogel architecture offers very high specific, active surface area and pore-solid network, and allows immobilization of large amounts of sensitizing dyes within the porous volume. Superior light utilization of dye-sensitized photovoltaics is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for photovoltaic electrode fabrication method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the graph illustrating pore distribution of titania aerogel calcined at specific temperature.
NOVELTY - The panel has a touch panel (3) integrated within the panel allowing a user to manually perform setting and data inputting operations. An organic electroluminescence (EL) display unit (4) with low power consumption is used to display data, and a control circuit performs a data input/output operation or displays control of the unit. A casing accommodates the touch panel, the unit, a solar battery, and the circuit in piles.    USE - Used in a controller (claimed) e.g. numerical control apparatus (CNC) and robot controller.    ADVANTAGE - The touch panel allows a user to manually perform various setting operations and data inputting operations, thus eliminating the need for the operation keys. The touch panel is integrated within the display console panel, thus allowing the reduction of an overall size of the display console panel. The utilization of the organic EL display device reduces the power consumption of the display console panel. The utilization of the solar battery as a power source eliminates the need for a power supply from an external power source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a display console panel.    Display console panel (1)    Touch panel (3)    Organic EL display unit (4)    Solar battery (5)    Control circuit (6)
NOVELTY - The resistance adjusting system has a flywheel (20), spring-biased plate (40) for holding magnet and resistance adjustment mechanism comprising electric motor (50), pivotal carrier arm (60) and fixed frame (70). The mechanism changes distance between flywheel and magnet to high value when adjustment actuator is between low and medium resistance settings and to low value when actuator is between medium and high resistance settings.    USE - For exercise apparatus (claimed) such as stationary exercise bicycle, treadmill, stair-climber, cross-country ski machine and other forms of resistance training mechanism.    ADVANTAGE - The linear relationship between adjustor setting or position and resistance is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for resistance adjustment method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of resistance adjusting system.    flywheel (20)    spring-biased plate (40)    electric motor (50)    pivotal carrier arm (60)    fixed arm (70)
NOVELTY - The module has an adhesive layer (3) attaching to a backside layer (2) of a photoelectric converter (1B). The adhesive layer consists of an insulating material and surrounds the photoelectric converter and thickness of the adhesive layer in a direction parallel to the main substrate (1A) is 2 mm or more.    USE - For solar power generation system installed in residences, buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The dielectric breakdown produced between photoelectric converter and backside layer is suppressed while improving the withstanding voltage characteristics, by preventing the exposure of photoelectric converter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    substrate (1A)    photoelectric converter (1B)    backside layer (2)    adhesive layer (3)    non-electric generation area (22)
NOVELTY - The active solar energy system for heating a swimming pool, has a photo-voltaic operation with a combination of a floating black solar surface and a water recirculation pump with a photo-voltaic power supply. A floating plate (1), of a closed-cell foam material, is on the water surface (6) as a carrier for the encapsulated solar panel (2) and photo-voltaic unit together with the motor and pump (3). A black solar mat (5), with capillary tubes of a soft plastics, is flexible and floats with an end which can be rolled or folded. A suction tube (4), which can swing for transport and storage, draws in cold water at the bottom (8) from the lower water levels into the solar heating system to pass out at the end (7) of the solar mat.    USE - The system is for heating swimming pools, using solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar heating system floats on the swimming pool water surface giving an effective heating of water drawn from the bottom, and which can be rolled up for storage when not in use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows plan, side and front views of the swimming pool solar heating system. (The drawing includes non-English language text).    floating plate (1)    encapsulated solar panel (2)    motor and pump (3)    suction tube (4)    solar mat (5)    water surface (6)    end of the solar mat (7)    bottom of the suction tube (8)
NOVELTY - A wind water-pumping generating system includes a reservoir, a water turbine, a generator connected with the water turbine and a transmission system. A lower reservoir is built below the height of outlet end of the water turbine. The lower reservoir forms a water delivery passage with the upper reservoir via the water pump set. Each water pump of the water pump set is connected in the wind generating system, which comprises a stabilized DC generating set consists of a fan, a pressure-regulating device and a rectifier and a power-splitting controller. When there is wind, the wind generating system starts to work, and the water pump can delivery the water in the lower reservoir back to the upper reservoir, so that the water can be used circularly.
NOVELTY - Solar cell elements (13) are embedded in an insulating layer laminated on the upper surface of a support body (11). An attachment jig (120) has a protrusion that is inserted in a center through-hole (11a) and projects towards the bottom surface of the support body, such that the support body and insulating layer are joined by the attachment jig.    USE - For solar power generation in e.g. ordinary home.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy installation and removal of solar cell module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) an attachment jig;    (B) a solar cell module installation method; and    (C) a solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the solar cell module.    Support body (11)    Center through-hole (11a)    Solar cell elements (13)    Lead wire (21)    Attachment jig (120)
NOVELTY - A moving part (4) is rotated to push spherical bodies (1) to a downward direction from the upper part of a cylindrical part (16) based on water (17) sent to drained from the cylindrical body to remove power from the shaft (7a,7b) of a sprocket (6a,6b). The cylindrical part has a diameter equal to the outer diameter of the spherical body to cover and enable passage of some spherical bodies.    USE - For electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Offers simple, durable, economical and easy to install power converter, Ensures easy maintenance and inspection. Ensures efficient conversion of hydraulic power from small river or water channel into electric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The spherical bodies are connected in the form of a prayer bead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of a power converter.    Spherical bodies (1)    Moving part (4)    Sprocket (6a,6b)    Cylindrical part (16)    Water (17)
NOVELTY - The sensor (60) has light receiving elements (13-16) whose output change according to incident angle and intensity of light. The angle output function expressing the relationship between incidence angle and light receiving element output and intensity output function expressing the relationship between intensity and light receiving element output, are calculated. The output of an imaginary light receiving element (17) formed is calculated from output of other light receiving element based on its position of formation.    USE - For solar radiation sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The degree of freedom of arrangement of light receiving elements in the sensor is improved by calculating output of imaginary light receiving element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective diagram of the solar radiation sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    light receiving elements (13-16)    light receiving element (17)    sensor (60)    support structure (62)
NOVELTY - A sensor (14) and a driver (23) are coupled to a microprocessor unit (21) to detect rotational speed of the treadbelt and to actuate a motor (13) to rotate a treadbelt (12), respectively. The microprocessor calculates rotational speed of treadbelt based on the sensor to obtain a preset average speed of treadbelt. The motor is actuated to increase or decrease the driving speed, when detected speed is more or less than the preset average speed of the treadbelt.    USE - For treadmills.    ADVANTAGE - The driving speed of the treadbelt in the treadmill is adjustable to different driving speeds and angular inclinations according to different current loading of the treadbelt.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the treadmill.    treadmill (10)    deck (11)    treadbelt (12)    motor (13)    sensor (14)    microprocessor unit (21)    driver (23)
NOVELTY - The exercise device comprises a base plate (1) and rotary arm (2) which can be turned against an adjustable counter torque (3). The rotary arm comprises at least three arm segments (5,6,7) with the first mounted perpendicular to the base plate, the second set at an angle in the vertical plane of 90 to 180 degrees from the first and a third segment set at an angle in the vertical plane of 90 to 180 degrees from the second segment.    USE - For exercising body muscles.    ADVANTAGE - Enables isometric and dynamic exercises for all round body training.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The rotary arm is vertically adjustable relative to the base plate. The second arm segment is length adjustable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure shows apparatus    base plate (1)    rotary arm (2)    counter torque (3)    arm segments (5,67)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming electrical contacts in a device module and cutting back a portion of an insulating layer of another device module to expose a portion of a bottom electrode of the latter module. The modules are attached to an insulating carrier substrate, and an electrical contact is made between a backside top electrode of the former module and the exposed portion of the bottom electrode of the latter module.    USE - Used for fabricating an array of series interconnected optoelectronic device modules.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical contact is made between the backside top electrode of the device module and the exposed portion of the bottom electrode of another device module to reduce resistive losses and improve the efficiency of the optoelectronic device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an array of series interconnected optoelectronic device modules comprising an insulating carrier substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section illustrating formation of electrical contacts.    Transparent conductive layer (502)    Active layer (504)    Bottom electrode (506)    Insulating layer (508)    Electrical connection (512)
NOVELTY - The device has over voltage and over current detection and protection circuits (30, 40) with over voltage and over current protection circuits (302, 404), respectively. An input of an AND logic gate is electrically coupled to outputs of another AND logic gate and the circuits (302, 404) to form an operation loop. A current amplifier (402) amplifies detection signals from a current detection circuit.    USE - Used for an exercise bicycle (claimed) in an industry.    ADVANTAGE - The input of the AND logic gate is electrically coupled to outputs of another AND logic gate and the over voltage and over current protection circuits to form the operation loop, thus performing an over-voltage or an over-current protection. The current amplifier amplifies the detection signals from the current detection circuit, thus reducing the output impedance, and hence increasing the power efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block representation of a direct current battery power detection device.    Over voltage detection and protection circuit (30)    Over current detection and protection circuit (40)    Over voltage protection circuit (302)    Current amplifier (402)    Over current protection circuit (404)
NOVELTY - The method involves supporting a flat plate solar panel (12) on locations so as to be disposed at a variable angle to vertical and at variable rotational position. Sunlight is impinged on a surface (18) having solar cells of the panel, and electricity is derived from the surface. The panel changing the angle to the vertical and position without changing vertically compact nature of the panel is bi-axially tracked.    USE - Used for deriving electricity from sunlight (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The flat plate solar panel changing the variable angle to the vertical and rotational position without changing the vertically compact nature of the panel is bi-axially tracked, thus following the sun so that the surface is automatically kept essentially perpendicular to rays of the sun, and hence concentrating a greater amount of sunlight to produce a greater quantity of electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar generator comprising a solar energy-to-electrical energy flat plate panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fragmentary perspective view of a flat plate panel for direct conversion of sunlight to electricity.    Flat plate panel (12)    Solar cell layer (14)    Backing layer (16)    Surface (18)    Metal tube (20)
NOVELTY - The device has a light collection disk (12), an array of waveguides and a sleeve that contains a faraday isolator and a neck of a large light confinement chamber (44). The confinement chamber is assembled from two halves joined together by an air-tight mechanism such as male and female threads. Another sleeve attaches another neck of the confinement chamber, where a complete seal is positioned at an end of the latter sleeve.    USE - Used for converting a concentrated light into electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the device provides an improved device with a durable and reliable construction and is easily and efficiently manufactured and marketed at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a photon battery device.    Light collection disk (12)    Array of waveguides (16)    Sleeves (20, 58)    Faraday isolator (22)    Halves (40, 42)    Large light confinement chamber (44)
NOVELTY - The machine has a frame including a base, and a carrier rotatable in the base about an axis of rotation. The carrier has two pairs of arms that support opposite ends of a fabric net (17). A set of fabrics (15) are provided, where each fabric is removably installed on a respective pair of arms. Panels are connected to the net for pivoting between closed and open positions, where the panels resist wind in the closed position.    USE - Wind machine e.g. sailboat and water-pumping windmill, for converting wind energy into mechanical or electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The set of fabrics are provided, where each fabric is removably installed on the respective pair of arms, thus enabling repair or replacement of the fabric without the lengthy machine downtime in a cost effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of constructing a wind machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a partially assembled fabric installed on a wind machine.    Frame (2)    Base (3)    Shaft (5)    Fabrics (15)    Net (17)
NOVELTY - Solar cell sealing agent contains a resin composition (C) containing a transmitted wavelength selection agent (B) (in weight parts) (0.01-10) with respect to an ethylene unsaturated carboxylic acid copolymer or its ionomer (A-1) (100). The selection agent (B) shields infrared rays in the wavelength region of 1200-3000 nm. The component (A1) has melting point of 85 degreesC or more and unsaturated carboxylic acid content of 4 weight % or more.    USE - For solar cell module used in the light reception side of a solar cell element (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell sealing agent has excellent effectively shields infrared rays without disturbing permeation of light ray. The temperature rise of solar cell element formed using the sealing agent is suppressed. The reduction of electric power generation efficiency of the solar cell module is prevented. The sealing agent has excellent transparency, heat resistance, flexibility and storage elastic modulus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module using above sealing agent.
NOVELTY - A solar cell sealing agent consists of a crosslinkable resin composition (C) which contains an ethylene based copolymer (A-1) having ethylene unit content of 55-90 wt.% and transmitted wavelength selection agent (B) which shields infrared rays in wavelength region of 1000-3000 nm. The mixing ratio of component (B) is 0.01-10 wt.pts with respect to copolymer (A-1) (100 wt.pts).    USE - For solar cell module (claimed) especially condensing type solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing agent suppresses reduction of electric power generation efficiency of solar cell. Temperature rise of solar cell element based on infrared rays is suppressed by mixing a specific additive, without exerting bad influence on transparency and flexibility of solar cell sealing agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module produced using the solar cell sealing agent.
NOVELTY - The system retrieves the cooling-heat energy used as a non-charging energy, from the charging energy generated by solar cell, for supply as electric power for cooling-heat generator for ice-making and air-conditioner, during day time. The charging energy is stored in the storage battery, for driving load during night time.    USE - For use as independent power supply system for driving load inside house, and for driving air-conditioner and water heater when there is rainy and cloudy weather.    ADVANTAGE - The loss of electric power energy is suppressed without carrying out charging and discharging through a storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing illustrating the solar power generated electric power allocation for domestic use. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The laptop computer (1) has a photovoltaic board (2) with high efficiency photovoltaic cells (4), integrated in a fixed or removable manner to the computer, and a rechargeable battery. The board is arranged at the back of a laptop computer enclosure (5). The cells are dimensioned in a manner to generate sufficient electric energy from light energy, for assuring the operation of the computer.    USE - Used for working and communicating in all places and during travel, in industrial and commercial fields.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cells avoid failure of the computer at the time of intensive utilization of the computer, extend the charging time of the battery, or provide electric energy when the charge of the battery is completely utilized. The photovoltaic board arranged at the back of the computer enclosure avoids a need for connecting the computer to a power supply line or other accessory such as cigarette lighter charger in a vehicle, when the charge of the battery is completely utilized. The photovoltaic board thus suppresses a need for external cords for operating the computer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a back perspective view of a laptop computer with photovoltaic cell board integrated in its back.    Laptop computer (1)    Photovoltaic board (2)    Photovoltaic cells (4)    Laptop computer enclosure (5)    Keyboard (7)
NOVELTY - The unit has an electricity production module anchored on the river bed or sea-beds by a support unit that comprises a connection structure integrated to the module in a detachable manner. The structure has a receiving device (105) for receiving positioning units such as articulated remote controlled arm, cables or submarine vehicle. The positioning units install the unit on the river bed or sea-beds.    USE - Used to be immersed in the sea or in a river (claimed) for producing electrical energy from the sea current or river.    ADVANTAGE - The support unit permits to install and uninstall the electricity production unit in a rapid manner. The unit has a very compact structure, increased modularity and allows easy installation and maintenance operations in sea or in river, due to the connection structure. The electricity production module can be separated or not separated from the connection structure, so that maintenance actions can be directly realized, thus avoiding the installation at the quay or at the ground, when the module is placed in the river. The modular design of the electricity production unit permits a reduced immobilization of the unit during the maintenance operations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a carrier structure of an electricity production module.    Cradle (103)    Positioning unit receiving device (105)    Tubular arm (108)    Tubular support ring (110)    Compensation device (112)
NOVELTY - Multifunctional measuring instrument has measuring arms (4,5), which consists of two elements fixed on the rack through common rotary axis (3,8.3). The smaller elements (4.2,8.2) are located inside the larger elements (4.1,8.1) and are locked through locking (6,8.4), whereby small elements are connected firmly at the ends with the large elements by force sensors (4.3,10).    USE - For measuring muscle power.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to provide the greatest possible number of measured values in shortest time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the multifunctional measuring instrument.    Common rotary axis (3,8.3)    Measuring arms (4,5)    Larger elements (4.1,8.1)    Smaller elements (4.2,8.2)    Force sensors (4.3,10)    Locking (6,8.4)
NOVELTY - A portable hydro electric generating apparatus has a turbine driven by the circulation of water through a flow/return pipe. Battery powered pumps maintain water pressure in the flow/return pipe. A flywheel and gears connect the turbine to generator while centrifugal machine regulates the output.    USE - For generating electricity.
NOVELTY - The device (10) comprises a computer (11) with a database memory (12), training program memory (13) and logbook memory (14), an input device (22) for the athlete to enter information into the computer and output devices (23, 24) for generating training programs for the athlete to see. The computer can adopt a generating mode in which it generates a training program on the basis of the information entered by the athlete, especially with respect to the type of sport practiced by the athlete, the present condition of the athlete and the training target of the athlete. Generated training programs are stored in the training program memory. The computer can also adopt a reporting mode in which the athlete enters training results for storing in the logbook memory. The computer can then modify the training programs on the basis of these results.    USE - For training athletes, especially runners, cyclists, swimmers, rowers or ice-skaters.    ADVANTAGE - The device is interactive and can modify a training program if the athlete is finding it too difficult or easy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram for the trainer device.    Trainer device (10)    Computer (11)    Database memory (12)    Training program memory (13)    Logbook memory (14)    Keyboard (22)    Monitor (23)    Printer (24)
NOVELTY - A panel is comprised of solar plates that are connected in series by connectors. The panel outputs a voltage of approximately 8 volts. A light emitting diode (LED) indicates if the battery charger is loaded or not. The charge is transmitted to a mobile unit through a cable from inside a box having a central hinge.    USE - For rechargeable batteries of mobile units.
NOVELTY - A playback device plays at least one of a series of musical pieces. The musical piece is selected by its rhythm value to correspond to the desired rhythm of at least one of a series of workout sessions in a workout program. The desired rhythm is related to the rhythm of the heartbeat of the trainee or to the desired step pace of the trainee.    USE - For physical workout.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances physical workout of trainee by performing workout to sound of musical piece whose rhythm is selected or adjusted to match required pace of exercise or desired heartbeat of trainee.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a software program; and    (B) a music player device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates the main stages for playing a musical piece whose rhythm is suitable for a particular activity.
NOVELTY - The generator has two units arranged under form of a flexible sheet or an arrangement of aluminum bars (28). One unit is superimposed on another unit at a certain distance when they are unfolded. Photovoltaic cells are arranged on the units, such that an active photovoltaic surface of the cells is located on top surfaces of the units. The former unit allows sun light to pass when the two units are arranged to direct light towards the surface.    USE - Used at terrain, pergola and garden for converting solar energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the photogenerator allows dividing the surface utilized by the cells into two, thus reducing cost of fabrication of the cells, weight of the generator and increasing electrical output by exploiting directed and diffused infrared radiations from heating of a reflector and the cells. The generator ensures solar protection for the blind or velum.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial perspective view of a blind or velum.    Support (3)    Bars (28)    Articulated rod (29)    Reflector (31)    Strap (33)    Polygons (34)
NOVELTY - The cell has three cell units (12-18), and a semiconductor mirror (22) provided between a lower cell unit and a middle cell unit, where the lower cell unit is made of germanium and the middle cell unit is made of a compound of gallium, indium and arsenic. The cell units are epitaxially provided on a substrate. The mirror includes layers having different refractive indexes, material compositions and thicknesses.    USE - Used for space and terrestrial concentrator application.    ADVANTAGE - The thickness of the middle cell unit is halved through the utilization of the semiconductor mirror without reducing the absorption in the middle cell unit. The combination of the mirror and the reduced cell unit thickness ensures reduces the distance between the minority charge carriers and a space charge region. The reduction in the distance ensures the reunion of the carriers in the space charge region during diffusion thus increasing the current generation in the cell unit, and hence increasing the radiation stability of the middle cell unit. The increased radiation stability increases the end-of-life efficiency of the solar cell. The mirror has high degree of reflection in a spectral absorption area of the cell unit arranged above the mirror and a high degree of transmission with the spectral absorption range of the cell unit arranged below the mirror.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic assembly of a multi-solar cell with integrated semiconductor mirror.    Solar cell (10)    Cell units (12-18)    Substrate (20)    Semiconductor mirror `(Drawing contains non-English language text)` (22)
NOVELTY - The solar cell system comprises a switch mode power converter circuit connected between a solar cell array and the battery and load. The converter circuit comprises a voltage or current booster or buck, to regulate the output voltage or current of the solar cell array. The battery is charged and the load is operated using the regulated power output of the solar cell array.    USE - For laptop computer, power generator, cell phone charger, tent power generator, universal battery charger (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The switch mode power converter circuit efficiently captures the power generated from the solar cell array even under reduced incident solar radiation. The efficiency of the solar cell is improved, without requiring an inexpensive maximum power point tracking (MPPT) circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the solar cell system.
NOVELTY - The converting arrangement (10) has a floating body having at least two parallel, elongated, spaced, interconnected pontoons (12). A narrow passage (18) for water currents is defined between the pontoons. At least one pair of Savonius turbines (26) is vertically suspended across the passage to extend downwardly from an upper deck (14) into the passage such that the turbines rotate in opposite directions.    USE - For converting kinetic energy of ocean and river currents into electric energy.    ADVANTAGE - Improves arrangement of Savonius turbines with improved balance, hence producing more rotation and electric energy when being mounted to vessel or floating body. Obtains dynamically stable condition of Savonius turbines with minimum deflections.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic side elevational view of converting arrangement.    Converting arrangement (10)    Pontoons (12)    Upper deck (14)    Narrow passage (18)    Savonius turbines (26)
NOVELTY - A solar cell unit (30) has an upper case, and a lower case with an interior space for receiving a battery and circuit unit connected to a solar cell plate. Fixing protrusions at the outer periphery of the upper case outer wall are fitted and coupled with separation prevention protrusions at the inner periphery of the lower case. The upper case is detachable from the lower case embedded in the stone main body (20).    USE - For e.g. separating roadway from sidewalk.    ADVANTAGE - Improves installation workability and ease repair and management after installation. Improves shock-resistance and effectively prevents moisture from infiltrating the solar cell unit during rainy or snowy days. Enhanced safety of pedestrians and automobile drivers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the outer appearance of a boundary stone.    Boundary stone (10)    Stone main body (20)    Solar cell unit (30)    Light emitting unit (50)    Reflective sheet 3 (59)
NOVELTY - The device has back contact and leg contact, with a pivot shaft (30) is attached to back contact. The pivot shaft changes the position of back contact relative to leg contact for applying more or less pressure to the user's back, when the device is driven by motor (32) or hand-operated power source.    USE - For stretching lower back and legs of human such as athletes.    ADVANTAGE - The device allows the user to stretch back relative to leg contact, efficiently and easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the fitness device.    fitness device (10)    back contact (11)    leg contact (12)    pillow (18)    pivot shaft (30)    motor (32)
NOVELTY - A water sprinkling unit (830) is connected with a water discharge cylinder, and includes a water sprinkling cylinder that cooperates with a core in a first direction. Water supplied to a water sprinkling flow path is discharged from a water sprinkling opening provided in the water sprinkling cylinder.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables water sprinkling position of cooling water for solar cell panel to be repetitively changed using compact and simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The water sprinkling unit includes a drive unit (100) and a housing that accommodates the core. The core is movable relative and parallel to a solar cell panel (950) and divides the space inside the housing into two pressure chambers. The water discharge cylinder has a water discharge flow path that is connected to a flow path in the core and reaches the outer side of the housing. Water inlets introduce water to the corresponding pressure chambers. Inlets introduce water to the flow path in the core from the corresponding pressure chambers. A valve is provided to adjust the opening level of the inlets. A controller reversely rotates the inlets when the moving direction of the core is inverted. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective diagram illustrating a solar energy power generation system.    Drive unit (100)    Water sprinkling unit (830)    Support (910)    Solar cell panel (950)    Roof (960)
NOVELTY - The metal substrate (1) on which thin-film photovoltaic cells (5) are formed, is separated for each cell. The top conductive transparent layer (4) of each cell is connected to the metal substrate of another cell.    USE - For thin-film solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cells can be insulated electrically without generation of cracks, using simple manufacturing process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thin-film solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and sectional views of the thin-film solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    metal substrate (1)    lower conductive layer (2)    semiconductor layer (3)    top conductive transparent layer (4)    photovoltaic cell (5)
NOVELTY - The power generating apparatus which includes a generator (5) for producing electrical energy is mounted on an anchoring type float deck (1). Fluid pressure is used in rotating a pressure receiving plate (11,11a) connected to a rotary body (10)which when rotated inputs mechanical energy into the generator.    USE - For use in e.g. construction site to supply power to equipments.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy installation of generator. Enables easy conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side surface external view of the power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Float deck (1)    Generator (5)    Rotary body (10)    Pressure receiving plate (11,11a)
NOVELTY - A stack bolt (10) fixes a ring shaped inner casing (9) with a nozzle diaphragm (8) divided along the axial direction of a rotor (1). The nozzle diaphragm is divided into the circumferential direction wherein a stator blade (5) is maintained.    USE - Steam turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents leakage of steam from the gap formed between the diaphragm and rotor or from the gap formed between spacer and moving blade.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the block diagram of the steam turbine. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Rotor (1)    Stator blade (5)    Nozzle diaphragm (8)    Ring shaped inner casing (9)    Stack bolt (10)
NOVELTY - The facility includes a headrace (1) constructed along the bottom of a path (3) that passes through a wood, and pulled until a dam is built upstream of a river used as the outlet of a hydroelectric power station.    USE - Water channel type water-powered-electricity-generation facility.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the time necessary for completion and the construction expense of the water channel type water-powered-electricity-generation facility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing that shows the construction format of a headrace.    Headrace (1)    Path (3)
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to an apparatus for the generation of the hydro-electric power, comprising of a reservoir containing liquid, a large collapsible bladder, an U-shaped tube fixed on a rigid platform, a corrugated tube fitted with a long rigid metal pipe as outlet imparting mobility to the apparatus and keeps the U-shaped tube in horizontal position before collapsing and thereby providing the necessary vertical gradient for flow, an assembly for utilizing and for winging movement of the arrangement and converting into rotational energy of generator and a method for generation of hydro-electric power. Image 1/4
NOVELTY - Eddy-current brake assembly (1) has electrically conductive anchor ring (7). Anchor ring can be mounted on a non-magnetic anchor ring carrier (8) concentric to middle longitudinal axis (3). Anchor ring has an electrical conductivity different in comparison with that of anchor ring carrier. Anchor ring works together electromagnetically with the plate (5) and spools (6) for decelerating the anchor (4).    USE - For training device.    ADVANTAGE - Simple and cost-effective manufacturing. Ensures improved braking action.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the training device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic sectional view of the eddy-current brake assembly.    Eddy-current brake assembly (1)    Middle longitudinal axis (3)    Anchor (4)    Plate (5)    Spools (6)    Anchor ring (7)    Anchor ring carrier (8)
NOVELTY - A rectangular frame (32) comprising a solar cell module (40) and a battery (70), is inserted into the hollow frame (12) inserted with a LCD window (22). A pair of symmetric electrodes (62,64) inserted into a strip (52) between the frames (12,32). The frame (32) has openings in its lower end corresponding to the electrodes, to electrically connect the solar cell module and battery with the electrodes.    USE - For welding helmet which has automatically driven shape.    ADVANTAGE - The rectangular frame containing solar cell module and battery can be changed or repaired during the failure. The interruption of welding work on failure is prevented, increasing work efficiency of the shading device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded view of the shading device.    hollow rectangular frame (12)    strip (15)    LCD window (22)    rectangular frame (32)    solar cell module (40)    strip (52)    electrodes (62,64)    battery (70)
NOVELTY - A rectangular rigid carrying container (1) is molded with plastic material that consists of a basic member or monolithic rigid container provided with a support (5) for optical refractive unit (6) to concentrate solar radiation on one or more photovoltaic cells (3) to produce electrical energy. Assembled photovoltaic cells are secured to dissipators (4) by an epoxy resin.    USE - For concentrating light hitting active component of solar.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures intimate thermal contact between cell/base and dissipator since assembled cells are secured to dissipators by epoxy resin. Enables production of pieces with surface finishing that does not require any additional finishing treatment due to use of die with well-finished surfaces. Enables concentration of solar radiation to be used for generation of photovoltaic energy by integrated refractive optics by providing carrying structure with monolithic basic element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of a photovoltaic concentration module.    Rigid carrying container (1)    Photovoltaic cells (3)    Dissipators (4)    Support (5)    Optical refractive unit (6)
NOVELTY - Closed or opened alveoli, which make up a pallet assembly with closed or opened outline, has one common wall with adjacent alveolus to fulfill the function of synchronous divisor that provides simultaneous feeding with working fluid. The open or closed rotor pallets assembly is inscribed so that all edges of spherical walls of alveoli which form the open or closed rotor pallets assembly are situated on surface of sphere of predetermined radius.    USE - Used as active main component to generator (claimed) or engine for obtaining high power from recovery and transforming of eolian ie wind, hydro or thermo energy..    ADVANTAGE - Ensures superior rotational movement obtained with HCRR is obtained by the pallet shape of HCCR responsible by rapid filling and emptying of rotor pallets assembly with the working fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the assembly isometric view of a half-cased HCCR.    Rotor (1)    Half-case (4)    Special injector (5)    Sleeve (6)    Servomotor (7)
NOVELTY - The turbine has a rotor within a housing (1) provided with double cups (3) of a cup width (6) and length into each of which nozzles (2) inject an open jet tangential to jet's diameter (D1). Water spray escaping from cups falls into a submarine channel (8) enclosed by housing walls. Guides (12,13) guide and lead off water spray. At least one trapping mesh (18) is arranged parallel to the rotor to suppress foam formation in spray and keep it away from rotor.    USE - The drainage system is used for Pelton turbines with power outputs of over 100 kW.    ADVANTAGE - The system improves the drainage of the turbine enabling the free suspension to be reduced and the water head to be reached using a deeper construction of the center of the rotor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the pelton turbine with horizontal shaft and three nozzles.    housing (1)    nozzles (2)    double cups (3)    cup width (6)    submarine channel (8)    guides (12,13)    trapping mesh (18)    jet's diameter (D1)
NOVELTY - The metal plate (13) is placed at the back side of a solar cell element (12). The metal piece projected from the opening of metal plate is bend to form U-shaped engaging portion (13a). A terminal box (14) is attached to the reverse side metal plate. The reverse side engaging portion (13a) and box engaging portion are joined through an adhesive agent.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing operation of solar cell module, is simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell module (10)    solar cell element (12)    metal plate (13)    engaging portion (13a)    terminal box (14)    box engaging portion (14a)
NOVELTY - Several solar cells (12) are placed at the support substrate (11). A fixing tool (13) with inclined slope in the downward direction is at the support substrate where the solar cells are placed. A fixing tool (14) with inclined slope in the upward direction is at the existing structure (15). The solar cell module (10) is fixed to existing structure in pressed state.    USE - For building.    ADVANTAGE - A suitable adhesion intensity is maintained. The cost of installation is reduced by multilayer structure formation and suppressing material of construction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell module (10)    support substrate (11)    solar cell (12)    fixing tools (13,14)    existing structure (15)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor joining region of the light receiving surface is provided on one surface of a semiconductor substrate (2). A division groove (30) is formed on the substrate reverse side, such that it does not extend upto the joining region. The substrate is divided along the groove so as to obtain sub-photovoltaic cells (1A,1B).    USE - For photovoltaic cell used in solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - As the division groove does not extend to the semiconductor joining region, characteristic reduction of the photovoltaic cell is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top, side and reverse side views of the photovoltaic cells.    sub photovoltaic cell (1A,1B)    substrate (2)    bus electrode (11)    division groove (30)
NOVELTY - The module has C-shaped fitting unit (22) on outer frame (20) for engaging outer periphery of solar panel (10) through sealant (30). The fitting unit includes several protrusion on both front and back side for holding the sealant.    USE - For solar panel.    ADVANTAGE - Penetration of water content is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional diagram of solar cell module.    solar panel (10)    outer frame (20)    fitting unit (22)    protrusion (24-28)    sealant (30)
NOVELTY - A solar panel (3) comprises front face (31); and rear face (32). The front face is adapted for receiving solar radiation. The rear face of the solar panel is covered with a coating (4) having negative electric charge emissive property.    USE - For preventing electrostatic discharge in solar panel for spacecraft (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar panel has reduced potential difference between front face and rear face.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of reducing potential difference between front face and rear face of a solar panel comprising covering the rear face of the solar panel with a coating having negative electric charge emissive property; and expelling negative electric charge, through the coating (4), out of the rear face of the solar panel such that the potential difference is maintained at a minimum value or below a predetermined value such that the minimum value or the predetermined value is lower than a level at which an electrostatic discharge could be produced between the front face and the rear face    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic cross-sectional of the solar panel.    Solar panel (3)    Coating (4)    Front face (31)    Rear face (32)
NOVELTY - A deformable portion is arranged to be deformed responsive to the user exerted force when the exercise device is gripped by the handle (12) and urged against a surface. A force level indicator determines and displays the level of forced applied by the user to deform the deformable portion.    USE - For use in isometric exercise to create a massive stimulus to a muscle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides for a proper exercise regime allowing for progressive overload and adaptive response in the masculature. Compact and simple and can be gripped by the user and used in relation to any appropriate surface whether horizontal, vertical or otherwise to allow for a wide variety of exercises to be performed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the isometric exercise device.    Isometric exercise device (10)    Handle (12)    Main body portion (14)    Alphanumeric display (16)
NOVELTY - The exercise device (20) has a support surface (105) on its base (22). A vertically adjustable target sensor (630) is provided above the support surface, to detect engagement by the user. A control panel (28) in communication with the target sensor, confirms the user's satisfaction of a vertical jump height relative to the support surface.    USE - For tread mills, stepping machines, cycling devices, rowing devices.    ADVANTAGE - The user activates the target sensor by simply pressing or hitting the sensor button to provide confirmation that a vertical jump attempt is successfully executed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of measuring parameters associated with user's vertical jumping ability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the exercise device.    exercise device (20)    base (22)    control panel (28)    support surface (105)    position sensors (202)    target sensor (630)
NOVELTY - A support pad (104) has parallel light channels (170) arranged laterally along the transverse axis (T). The position sensors (202) on the pad, detect the presence of the user along a sensing plane above the pad upper surface (105). A control panel (28) activates and deactivates the light source on the sides of the light channels sequentially at a variable rate, based on sensor output, to stimulate jump rope passing beneath the user's feet.    USE - For treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The light channels provide visual indication or cues to elicit user's response, enabling the user to grasp his performance level.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows front elevational perspective view of the treadmill.    control panel (28)    support pad (104)    upper surface of pad (105)    light channel (170)    position sensors (202)    transverse axis (T)
NOVELTY - A signal transmission component interconnected with a sensor (32) mounted on a frame and sensing operating characteristic of a movable element such as bicycle wheel and pedal assembly, transmits the data signals received from sensor to the frame. Another signal transmission component transmits the data signal received from the frame to a data receiver located in frame.    USE - For bicycle, motorcycle and scooter, and also for exercised devices such as treadmill, elliptical exerciser, swim exerciser, rowing machine and ski machine.    ADVANTAGE - The different types of signals are easily transmitted from one location to another location on the frame or other support structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) signal transmission method; and    (2) signal transmission system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the enlarged partial elevation view of portion of bicycle.    rear wheel (31)    sensor (32)    pedal cranks (33)    electrode (36)    screw (37)
NOVELTY - A light condensing solar cell module is provided to enhance energy generation efficiency by reflecting incident light to a solar battery using a reflector.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A light condensing solar cell module includes a plurality of solar batteries(50), a substrate, and a reflector. The plurality of solar batteries are spaced apart from each other on the substrate(51). The substrate is vertically arranged against an incident solar beam. The reflector(52) is slantly installed along a periphery of the substrate in order to reflect the incident solar beam to the solar batteries. A cross-sectional angle between the substrate and the reflector is about 120 degrees. The length of the substrate is three times larger than that of the reflector.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A solar cell module is provided to increase an amount of generated electricity by reflecting predetermined incident light to a solar battery using a laminated lower plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module includes a plurality of solar batteries, an upper plate, and a laminated lower plate. The solar battery(50) is used for generating electricity by using photovoltaic effect. The upper plate(51) is made of a transparent material. The plurality of solar batteries are installed under the upper plate and spaced apart from each other. The laminated lower plate(52) is opposite to the upper plate. The laminated lower plate is used for reflecting incident light. A gap exists between the upper and lower plates, wherein the gap is in a vacuum state.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A health cycle with an electric power generating unit is provided to minimize a noise generated in rotating a pedal and continuously generate electricity while improving effect of exercise by self-rotating the pedal by the centrifugal force of a speed increasing element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Pulley installation member (11) are installed at a body (13). A acceleration element is installed by the medium of a pedal shaft (1) and the pulley installation members. A DC motor (15) is installed opposite to a handle fixing stand (9) to be operated by rotation of the pedal shaft and to be connected with the acceleration element. A tension control element is installed at the pulley installation member for controlling tension of belts (17,19) connecting rotary power between components of the speed increasing element. The acceleration element is operated by the medium of rotary energy of the pedal shaft and electric power is generated by the DC motor.
NOVELTY - A solar cell module is provided to enhance the efficiency of power generation by using a curved reflection plate and to prevent overheat of the module by using a heat conduction plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module is used for transforming solar energy into electric energy. The solar cell module(120) includes a heat conduction plate and a curved reflection plate. The heat conduction plate(110) is used for preventing the overheat of the module itself. The heat conduction plate has a plurality of protruded portions. The curved reflection plate(130) is installed on the protruded portion of the heat conduction plate in order to improve the efficiency of power generation. At this time, the curved reflection plate is connected with the heat conduction plate by using a connecting bolt and nut structure.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A securing receiver (2) with pre-securing and post-securing concaves (3,4) is provided at the ridge side edge of a stationary plate (1). A baseboard (5) mounts the stationary plate to a roof surface via fixation tools (6). A functional panel (7) has an eaves side edge and a ridge side edge that are secured to the post-securing and pre-securing concaves, such that the functional panel is attached to the baseboard.    USE - For mounting functional panel e.g. solar cell module panel and solar-heat warm water panel to roof.    ADVANTAGE - Cost effective and improves workability due to reduced number of components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the functional panel mounting structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Stationary plate (1)    Securing receiver (2)    Pre-securing and post-securing concaves (3,4)    Baseboard (5)    Fixation tools (6)    Functional panel (7)
NOVELTY - Solar cell units (11-14) are connected in parallel and arranged on a panel board (10). Each solar cell unit has photovoltaic cells (SC) that are connected in series, such that each photovoltaic cell is arranged in a two-dimensional direction.    USE - For charging apparatus of portable electronic device e.g. mobile telephone and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces influence of shadow to photovoltaic cell. Ensures stable electrical energy of charging apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a charging apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the end view of the solar cell panel.    Panel board (10)    Solar cell units (11-14)    Photovoltaic cells (SC)
NOVELTY - The solar cell element (30) is embedded in the filler (20) provided on the resin (14) which is coated on the reverse-side reinforcing material (10). The formic-acid component contained in the resin is removed by performing surface washing process with respect to the reverse-side reinforcing material.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Durability of the solar cell module is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reverse-side reinforcing material (10)    steel plate (12)    resin (14)    filler (20)    solar cell elements (30)
NOVELTY - Adhesive resin-sealing material is temporarily bonded to the light-receiving surface of a photovoltaic cell. A transparent plastic material (32) is provided between the adhesive resin-sealing material and an adhesive resin-sealing material between the light-receiving side and non-light-receiving side protective layers (24a,24b) which seal the cell.    USE - For electric power generation, installed in roofs/windows of houses, industries.    ADVANTAGE - Curling, warpage, etc., of the solar cell module are prevented. The protective layers protect the module from stone-throwing, etc.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module manufacturing process.    solar cell module (20)    internal wiring (22)    protective layers (24a,24b)    transparent plastic material (32)
NOVELTY - A memory (43) stores sunlight reflected from reflecting plate whose direction is changed by a rotary shaft. An electronic timepiece (42) outputs date, sunlight track and place to where sunlight to be applied. The angle calculating unit (47) calculates angle to which reflecting plate to be turned. The control apparatuses (49a,49b) controls reflecting plate based on calculated angle and applies sunlight to place where sunlight is to be applied.    USE - For office building, apartment and one-unit house.    ADVANTAGE - The large amount of light can be take in by tracking change of sunlight direction. The inexpensive lighting apparatus does not require external power supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the lighting apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    sunlight-power generation panel (41)    electronic timepiece (42)    memory (43)    temperature sensor (45)    reflecting-plate angle calculating unit (47)    control apparatuses (49a,49b)
NOVELTY - The base plate and operation board were supported and tilts by the connection section, while arranging at the center of the base plate. The convex shaped limiters serves as the maximum angle of inclination adjustment unit of the operation board. The limiters move between the center section and the periphery, so that the direction maximum angle inclination of the operation board was adjusted.    USE - For maintaining health. Also used in industrial field, medical field.    ADVANTAGE - Provides easy adjustment to the optimal rocking property. Improving the motor function, according to the physical action and rehabilitation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the basic-composition figure of the exercise apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A microprocessor maintains motor in designated running, in idle running condition indicating that nobody is on treadmill. The microprocessor determines whether motor is in intermediate loading condition indicating user is running on treadmill and continuous loading condition indicating user has stopped running or belt is jammed. The motor is set in designated running in intermediate condition and is shutdown in continuous condition.    USE - For controlling running status of electric treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The safety of the user is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus for used in the above method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the control system used in the above method.
NOVELTY - The spectrophotomer has a layer of photon absorption material formed directly over photon detection regions (12). Thickness (16) of the layer of photon absorption material is above the photon detection regions, where the thickness is varied to vary spectrum of light wavelengths detected by the photon detection regions. The photon detection regions are located within a substrate (11).    USE - Used for measuring intensity of wavelengths in a spectrum of light.    ADVANTAGE - The thickness of the photon absorption material is varied to vary the spectrum of light wavelengths detected by the photon detection regions, thus tuning bandpass filters to allow detection of light intensity at different wavelengths, and hence allowing solid-state implementation of the spectrophotomer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a device to detect intensity wavelengths    (B) a method for producing a device that detects intensity of light at different wavelengths.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an implementation of a spectrophotomer.    Substrate (11)    Photon detection regions (12)    Light beam (13)    Photon absorption material (14)    Thickness (16)
NOVELTY - An optoelectrical processing device with horizontal alignment of cell, includes a substrate, a cell electrically connected to the substrate, and a glass lid disposed above the substrate. An elastic standoff is installed between the cell and the substrate. When the glass lid downward contacts the cell, the elastic standoff is deformable, and elastically and upward pushes the cell so that the cell is horizontally aligned with the glass lid.
NOVELTY - An energy transforming method is provided to transform efficiently optical energy into electric energy by using an enhanced stacked structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A plurality of unit electric power generating parts(21) are stacked with each other. A plurality of junction portions(22) are formed between the unit electric power generating parts. The junction portion includes a conductor layer or a semiconductor layer. The plurality of unit electric power generating parts are inclined to a predetermined direction, so that each junction portion is inclined to irradiate optical energy direction(2). At this time, the efficiency of electric power generation is remarkably improved.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A solar cell and a method of manufacturing the same are provided to simplify manufacturing processes and to reduce remarkably fabrication time by using a quasi mono-crystalline silicon layer instead of an additional P+ type semiconductor layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A second conductive type semiconductor layer(24) is formed on a first conductive type semiconductor layer(23). A front electrode(25) for contacting partially the second conductive type semiconductor layer is formed thereon. A QMS(Quasi Mono-crystalline Silicon) layer(22') is formed under the first conductive type semiconductor layer. The QMS layer is used as a seed layer of the first conductive type semiconductor layer. The QMS layer has a thickness range of 1 to 2 m. A rear electrode(28) is formed under the QMS layer.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A protective carbon thin film (100) is formed on the microlenses (60) by vapor deposition. A tungsten/platinum protective film (80) is formed on the carbon film by a focused ion beam process. The lens portion is then cut for observing its cross-section.    USE - For observing cross-section of microlens of e.g. solid-state charge coupled device type image pick-up used in area sensor, foreign-material observation, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The surface protection of the lens during ion beam processing is ensured by forming a carbon thin film by vapor deposition. Hence exact observation of the cross-sectional shape of lens is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of a solid-state image pick-up.    color filter (50)    microlens (60)    planarization layer (61)    protective film (80)    carbon thin film (100)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) is integrally attached to surroundings of a metal roof sheathing (20) with roof material lower side securing area folded in C-shape cross section. A concave clamp (15a) clamps the front end of roof material lower side securing area and metal roof sheathing.    USE - For mounting solar cell module on metal roof of homes.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module can be easily integrated with the metal roof. The construction of mounting structure is made simple.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a principal part expanded sectional view of the mounting structure of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    frame (10)    metal roof sheathing (20)    clamp (15a)    securing portion (21)
NOVELTY - A light receiver (1) has lead pin (15) extended outside from a light receiving component (13) of photoreceiver at the top edge of a leg (11), and connected to a wiring board. A transparent electrostatic shielding cover (8) is mounted to light receiver, such that the receiver is clamped by lead support surface (84) and the engaging claw (85) of cover. The cover is positioned inside portal shielding wall (9) of front cover (5).    USE - For use in remote controls for DVD drive, television.    ADVANTAGE - Attachment workability and stability of the cover are raised while the deformation of the lead-pin of the light receiver is suppressed by the effect of the cover.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the light reception apparatus.    light receiver (1)    front cover (5)    transparent electrostatic shielding cover (8)    portal shielding wall (9)    leg (11)    photoreceiver (12)    light receiving component (13)    lead pin (15)    lead support surface (84)    engaging claw (85)
NOVELTY - The substrate (10) has concave section (19) with substrate opening (19a) formed on the backside along the optical path of the light emission surface or light receiving surface. A metal layer (18) with layer opening (18a) is formed on the backside of the substrate. The lens (20) with prescribed magnitude is formed on the inner wall surface of the concave section and the layer opening.    USE - For electro optical component such as surface-emitting type light-emitting component and photo diode used in optical transmission module.    ADVANTAGE - The radiation angle or light reception of the light emitting component can be arbitrarily changed by forming a layer opening in desired magnitude.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for surface-emitting type light-emitting component manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the sectional views of surface-emitting type light emitting component and photo diode. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (10)    metal layer (18)    layer opening (18a)    concave section (19)    substrate opening (19a)    lens (20)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic apparatus comprising a photovoltaic module having several photovoltaic cells, and an inverter for converting a direct current output generated from the photovoltaic cells into an alternating current and outputting the alternating current, the inverter being mounted on a surface opposite to the light receiving surface of the photovoltaic module with a clearance provided therebetween. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A film collector for solar energy comprises transparent films (6) between two flanged plates (7) with heat transfer medium inlet and outlet (9,10). Many shaped bridging elements are at 90degrees to the flow direction and fixed to the plates and each other. Rods at right angles to the bridges leave only a small gap for the heat exchange medium.    USE - As a film collector of solar energy and system for using this (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Collection efficiency is high and residual heat is made use of.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system for using solar energy as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A cross-sectional drawing of the object is shown.    bridge elements (3)    rods (5)    plastic film (6)    plates (7)    closure (8)
NOVELTY - The method involves collecting natural water in or at mountains, rivers, lakes, artificial lakes, channels and leading to a water reservoir. The reservoir functioning as receiving streams, from which water is transferred into another floods (15) or to aqua-civilization-houses (1, 2, 3). Water reservoir plants are applied from receiving streams and aqua-cultivation plants in order to maintain high water floods and strong rain on pool.    USE - Used for supplying water to a hydroelectric power plant and land area.    ADVANTAGE - The method protects the plants for the water discharge and water storage against the penetration of sand, rain, snow and harming animals, and ensures an electricity over an inland in an efficient and economical manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a supply of water to a hydroelectric power plant.    Aqua-civilization-houses (1, 2, 3)    Floods (15)    Turbine water (22)    Hydroelectric power plant (23)
NOVELTY - The floated multiple chain and multiple scoop water power generating method belongs to the field of hydraulic power generation technology, and aims at solving the problem of utilizing water energy resource without building dam. The present invention features that power generator is mounted on boat in natural river course to generate electricity in low cost without building dam and affecting flooddraining.
NOVELTY - The value of factor is set using factor function, based on variable external force (f) and measured value of movement variable (y) of subject. The external force is set so that the set factor value reaches the target value, when the magnitude of deviation with target value is more than a reference value.    USE - For controlling external force on person and animal for walk assistance.    ADVANTAGE - The control of the external force is performed stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following;    (1) external force control system;    (2) external force control program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the external force control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    chest gyro sensor (121)    battery (200)    case (202)    motor (220)    orthosis (222)    shoes (226)
NOVELTY - At least one movable element (102) immersed in a fluid medium (80) is supported externally on a support structure (104) such that the movable element can move relative to the structure due to fluid motion caused by or a combination of vortex induced motion and galloping. At least one power device supported on the support structure and connected to the movable element converts the motion of the movable element into usable energy.    USE - For e.g. power plants on ocean, river or lake.    ADVANTAGE - Provides efficient energy converter that can harness certain types of fluid motion caused by fluid elastic instability into readily usable form of energy such as electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the fluid motion energy converter.    Fluid medium (80)    Movable element (102)    Support structure (104)    Inner space (109)    Spring (122)
NOVELTY - The system has a wheel (28) with free-form welded units, and an axial spine unit extending from a front end to a back end of the system. An outer shell with front and back surfaces include protrusions extending from the front surface, and a void is defined between a spine unit and the back surface of the shell. A reinforcing structure connects the shell with a portion of the spine unit between the front and back ends.    USE - Used in an internal combustion engine of e.g. automobile and work machine.    ADVANTAGE - The reinforcing structure connects the outer shell with the portion of the spine unit between the front and back ends of the system, thus combusting the air-fuel mixture more forcefully, and hence enabling the engine to produce more power in a cost effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of manufacturing a power system wheel for a work machine    (B) a work machine comprising a frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front side of a power system component.    Engine (16)    Wheel (28)    Outer shell (36)    Front surface (38)    Blades (40)
NOVELTY - The platform (20) has pivotable eyelet bolts attached inside the recessed cups (22) below the surface of the platform. The elastic cord (82) of predetermined length fitted with an ankle strap on one end, is fitted to the eyelet bolts through clips.    USE - Used in rehabilitation center, nursing home, health club and home.    ADVANTAGE - Size and weight of the equipment are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for resistance exercise method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the exercise equipment.    exercise equipment (10)    platform (20)    recessed eyelet cup (22)    mat (30)    elastic cord (82)
NOVELTY - A pair of elongated and spaced apart arms (32,34) allow a weight bar (42) to move along their length. Several bar sensors (46) positioned at length of one of the arms, determine velocity of the moving bar. The supports (20,22,24,26) associated with the arms, shift the bar-supporting elements to bar supporting position when the determined velocity is outside predetermined range.    USE - For use with elongated weight bar of free-weight exercise device.    ADVANTAGE - The possibility of injury to a weight lifter, is reduced, and the weight lifter is allowed to repetitively raise and lower the weight effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) free-weight exercise device; and    (2) safe weight lifting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the safety assisting device.    frame assembly (14)    supports (20,22,24,26)    struts (28,30)    bifurcated arms (32,34)    bar (42)    bar sensors (46)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an exercise mat (30), and a hand grip mechanism (110) attached to a rear of a treadmill (10), where the mechanism is capable of rotating to adjust a rotary orientation of a hand grip. A rotary locking mechanism locks the orientation of the hand grip at any predetermined orientation. An audio appliance has an audio speaker and an audio player for playing a prerecorded coaching session on the audio speaker.    USE - Exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the mat provides strength training of an abdominal muscle group. The utilization of the treadmill and hand grip mechanism provides strength training and aerobic training to an operator, and reduces sudden slow down of heart beat of the operator while the hand grip mechanism is erected and locked in a location.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of providing strength and aerobic training to an operator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an exercise apparatus.    Treadmill (10)    Vertical units (12)    Water bottle holder (22)    Exercise mat (30)    Hand grip mechanism (110)
NOVELTY - The generator has a rotor (106) extending downward into a flow of motive fluid that is free flowing seawater. Runner blades include hinges that attain a greatest surface area when the flow is tangent to the rotor rotation and in the same direction as the rotor rotation. The hinges fold the runner blades to minimize the surface area proportional to drag when the blades oppose the fluid flow.    USE - Used for a hydroelectric power generation system in a hydroelectric power plant industry for extracting energy from ocean waves and other bodies of water aside from an ocean.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the generator ensures a low impact to environment and facilitates for a low civic infrastructure costs such that the energy investment return is most quickly realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a power generation apparatus.    Runner blades (102)    Beams (105)    Generator rotor (106)    Chassis (108)    Base (111)
NOVELTY - A biosensor comprising a high refractive index material layer provided on low refractive index one-dimensional grating layer, where the specific binding substances such as antigens are immobilized on the surface of the high refractive index material layer, for binding with respect to binding partners such as peptide and the resonant grating effect is produced on reflected radiation spectrum, when the biosensor is illuminated, is new.    USE - For biosensor for installing at internal surface of liquid-containing vessel such as microtiter plate, test tube, petri dish and microfluidic channel, for sampling biomolecular complexes such as antibody-antigen interaction in biological sample such as blood, plasma, serum, gastrointestinal secretion, homogenates of tissues or tumor, synovial fluid, feces, saliva, sputum, cyst fluid, amniotic fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, peritoneal fluid, lung lavage fluid, semen, lymphatic fluid, tear and prostatitic fluid (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The detection sensitivity and stability are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a liquid containing vessel comprising a biosensor as an internal surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the biosensor.
NOVELTY - A dye sensitive solar cell is provided to enhance the efficiency of energy absorption and to improve current-voltage characteristics by using an enhanced array structure of unit cells with alternate polarities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A plurality of unit cells are formed between an upper transparent substrate(201a) and a lower transparent substrate(201b). At this time, an anode and a cathode are alternately arranged within each unit cell. A connection electrode(206) connects horizontally anodes and cathodes of adjacent unit cells with each other instead of connecting vertically the upper and lower substrates with each other. The connection electrode is made of a thin film with a thickness range of 0.1 to 5 m.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A health device is provided to improve exercising effects by doing exercises of pulling and pushing together without stopping to adjust the pressure of exercise in the middle of the exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The health device includes a pneumatic cylinder (20) connected to a lever of the health device, a pressure tank (40) connected to the pneumatic cylinder, pressure adjusting valves (44,48) connected to the pressure tank (40), a first and a second sensors (55,60), a first and a second circulation channels (65,70), a first and a second direction converting valves (75,80) and a controller (85). The controller connected to the sensors and direction converting valves operates the direction converting valves according to the signal input of the sensors (55,60).
NOVELTY - Hydraulic pumps (1,3,5) and hydraulic motors (2,4) are integrated. The hydraulic motors drive the hydraulic pumps to generate hydraulic for driving an industrial machine.    USE - For electric power generating apparatus of e.g. industrial machine, electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Operates industrial machine that requires high output, and suppresses emission of carbon monoxide and atmospheric pollutant, thereby preventing global warming.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the perspective diagram of the high output type multistage hydraulic system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hydraulic pumps (1,3,5)    Hydraulic motors (2,4)
NOVELTY - The piezoelectric ceramic composition contains complex oxide of sodium, bismuth, titanium and magnesium.    USE - For piezoelectric element (claimed), e.g. piezoelectric vibrator, actuator, piezoelectric gyro sensor, combustion-pressure sensor, knocking sensor and ultrasonic motor.    ADVANTAGE - The piezoelectric ceramic composition having excellent heat-resisting property and large piezoelectric distortion constant, is manufactured easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The piezoelectric ceramic composition contains complex oxide of sodium, bismuth, titanium and magnesium of formula: aNa2O-bBi2O3-cTiO2-dMgO, where a-d show the molar ratio of sodium, bismuth, titanium and magnesium by oxide conversion, a is 0.035-0.039, b is 0.33-0.353, c is 0.58-0.604, d is 0-0.05 and a+b+c+d is 1. The ceramic composition layer has bismuth layer-like structure ferroelectric substance as main phase.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for piezoelectric element.
NOVELTY - The system has a water wheel (1), with blades, whose axle is maintained parallel to water surface and perpendicular to direction of river/marine water current so that the lower blades dip into water and upper blades output water. The axle is maintained with a mechanical device (4) by bearings (5) allowing free rotation of the wheel. Floats with cavities (7) maintain the wheel floating. A ground tackle connects the device to the ground.    USE - Used for the production of hydroelectric power by the transformation of the kinetic energy of river or marine water current (claimed), where the power is supplied to the utilization point through an electric cable.    ADVANTAGE - The presence of the floats maintains the system floating on the surface of water, thus rendering the system easily removable for its installation or maintenance. The floating system is attached to the ground by the ground tackle, so that the system is prevented from being pulled by the current, and does not require an infrastructure fixed other than the anchoring point of the ground tackle on the bottom.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an overview of a hydroelectric power production system.    Water wheel (1)    Blades (2)    Axle (3)    Mechanical device (5)    Bearings (5)    Airtight cavities (7)    River/marine water current (8)
NOVELTY - The power plant has a turbine (2) connected to a current producing alternator and placed between two hollow floating caissons (1). The caissons permit to immerse a lower part of the turbine, serve as a ballast (11) to refine the immersion and are connected by two longitudinal aprons (6). The turbine has blades (7) of helical shape. The plant is maintained in a waterway by two vertical beams (10) fixed to bed (4) of the waterway.    USE - Used in a waterway having constant and powerful current.    ADVANTAGE - The caissons assure the turbine to produce regular and continual output even during flood or lowest water level. The helical shape of the blades permits the blades to intersect the water without lashing the water, thus permitting to obtain a silent operation. The longitudinal aprons connecting the caissons assure rigidity to the power plant. The power plant presents colossal power, constant and regular shock free force, non pollutant characteristics and practically null maintenance, is discrete, and does not heats the water of the waterway.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a hydroelectric power plant.    Floating caissons (1)    Turbine (2)    Bed of waterway (4)    Longitudinal aprons (6)    Blades (7)    Vertical beams (10)    Ballast (11)
NOVELTY - A surface covering layer has a sealing layer (12) and a protector sheet (13) that are laminated in order on a photoelectric converter (11), and having a light incident surface tilted with respect to a horizontal plane. Multiple trenches (16) are formed on the light incident surface of the surface covering layer, and extend parallel to the horizontal plane.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves adhesiveness between module surface and bonding portion of repairing stuff. Prevents permeation of water and contamination in bonding portion. Prevents degradation in solar cell module properties. Prevents ground fault and peeling of repairing stuff.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of installing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the solar cell module.    Photoelectric converter (11)    Sealing layer (12)    Protector sheet (13)    Base board (15)    Trenches (16)
NOVELTY - A novel designed turbine using ocean wave or other shifting water wave to generate power has impellers of flat or concave front surface and convex back surface. This turbine turns in one direction nomatter which direction water comes from. The turbine is fixed on a controllable floating box, so that it can catch water wave no matter on flood tide or ebb tide. The energy from the turbine magnifiedby a variable system runs the rotor at high speed to generate electricity. A concrete base fixed the floating box, the turbine and the power generation device to sea shore. In case making the impellers of flat surface and horizontally fixed into rive, the turbine can be used for electricity generation also.
NOVELTY - Flow converter has blade (11) of rotor (3). The blade is deformable in peripheral direction around axle (9) such that an elastic deflection of outer end (23) of blade is greater than 10 Newton per cm circumference, of the blade in direction of the axle, by applying force in peripheral direction around axle.    USE - For energy production from water flow.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures simple handling and manufacturing and higher efficiency by less material usage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic, cross-sectional view of the rotor of flow converter.    Rotor (3)    Axle (9)    Blade (11)    Concave upper surface (21)    Outer end (23)
NOVELTY - The arrangement has a wavelength selectively reflective optical film disposed in front of a solar panel (104). The film reflects a pre-selected band of solar irradiation frequencies in a visible light range on a front surface of the optical film. The film allows solar irradiation frequencies outside of the pre-selected band to substantially pass through the optical film and irradiate the solar panel.    USE - Used for an electronic device e.g. wireless communication device including cell phone, portable two-way radio, wireless communicator and cellular phone.    ADVANTAGE - The wavelength selectively reflective optical film allows solar irradiation frequencies outside of the pre-selected band and irradiates the solar panel, thus providing better visual appearance between the solar panel and the exterior of the hosting electronic device, and hence enhancing the commercial viability of the electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of an electronic device with a solar panel on a battery door exterior surface of the electronic device.    Cell phone (100)    Battery door surface (102)    Solar panel (104)
NOVELTY - The device has non-touch sensors (11) sensing positions of two feet of a jogger dropping on a stepping board and a width of a pace and sending data to a controller. The controller figures out speed of a user based on the data sensed by the sensors, and controls the speed of a moving band relative to the speed of the user. Raising and lowering sensors are fixed respectively on two sides of a handle facing the user.    USE - Used for controlling a moving band of a jogging machine that is utilized for a user to walk, run and jog.    ADVANTAGE - The controller figures out speed of the user based on the data sensed by the sensors about the moving speed of the two feet and the time needed by the user, and controls the speed of the moving band accordingly, thus allowing the user to jog, walk or run on the moving band steadily and continuously with no need to worry about the speed of the moving band, and hence eliminating a need for an optional switch. The raising and lowering sensors are fixed respectively on two sides of the handle facing the user, thus enabling the user to adjust an inclining angle of the board by extending a hand nearer to the raising and lowering sensors without touching.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an upper view of a stepping board with sensors arranged on the stepping board.    Sensors (L01-L016, R01-R16)    Stepping board (10)    Non-touch sensors (11)
NOVELTY - Proposed solar battery module has photoelectric converters interconnected to form panel on transparent backing of nonmetal material and battery charge control device. Panel is secured on frame carrying rotary support on one end of its axis and rotary device with motor and extreme position locking sensor fixed in position on other end, as well as direct sun radiation sensor mounted on front end of panel, dissipated sun radiation, on rear end of panel, and storage battery. Optical axes of sensors are perpendicular to respective surfaces of panel and battery charge control device is provided, in addition, with peak load compensating device connected in parallel with battery and electrically connected to rotary device.    USE - Solar batteries using photoelectric converters for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced power output, facilitated installation, enhanced performance characteristics.1 cl, 1 dwg
NOVELTY - Method involves assembling flexible apron in water stream channel, wherein the flexible apron comprises flexible upstream apron and flexible downstream apron; fastening apron to water stream channel bed by anchors; connecting water-discharge means provided with hydroelectric generating set installed in water-discharge means to flexible downstream apron; securing water-retaining shell along with rope system fastened to anchor supports to water-discharge means, wherein water-retaining shell is attached to anchors by flexible stay system.    USE - Hydraulic and hydraulic power building, particularly to erect water-retaining structure, for instance to erect small-scale emergency mobile hydraulic power plants, which use flow kinematic energy.    ADVANTAGE - Increased reliability of protection against emergency situations, reduced costs and labor inputs for structure erection.2 dwg
NOVELTY - Water is pumped with a top water-storage tank (3) through a storage pump (20) and portable water tube (7), which are provided at the underground water-storage tank (2). Penstock (5) drops water from the top water-storage tank to the underground water-storage tank. A generator (15) is driven through a variable speed change mechanism with the water turbine (10) provided at the lower portion of the injection tip (19) of the penstock.    USE - Circulation type private hydraulic power unit.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures energy power saving effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the outline front of the circulation type private hydraulic power unit.    Underground water-storage tank (2)    Top water-storage tank (3)    Penstock (5)    Portable water tube (7)    Water turbine (10)    Generator (15)    Injection tip (19)    Storage pump (20)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has surface film (32a) on light receiving surface side of photovoltaic component (30), reverse side film (32b) on non-light receiving surface side of component (30), and sealing agent (32c) on which the film and component (30) are adhered. Film (32a) electrically connects several components (30) or wiring materials. Cutting (33) is provided at the region of the film under and/or at overhead of the wiring material.    USE - As solar cell module for generation of electric power, and installed in roof of common house and wall surface of high-rise building.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has favorable flexibility. Generation of non-recovering distortion in region under or positioned at overhead of wiring material, and peeling of surface with sealing agent are prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of solar cell module; and    (2) construction of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic component (30)    anode (31a)    cathode (31b)    surface film (32a)    reverse side film (32b)    sealing agent (32c)    cutting (33)
NOVELTY - A net-like electrode (11) has metal wire (10) which is woven by leno weave on a surface of the net-like electrode. The electrode is joined to the surface of a photovoltaic structure (1).    USE - For use as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - A high capability, high durability and high performance photovoltaic component is manufactured at low cost, with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) photovoltaic component assembly;    (2) photovoltaic component module; and    (3) photovoltaic component manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top elevation views of the net-like electrode and the cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic component. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic structure (1)    metal wire (10)    net-like electrode (11)    horizontal fiber (12y)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic element is formed by joining net-like electrode (11) knitted with metal wire (10), and photovoltaic housing (1). The photovoltaic housing is connected in parallel by joining the net-like electrode on the surface of several photovoltaic housing.    USE - For solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The durability and performance of the photovoltaic element is improved greatly. The photovoltaic cell is cheap.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) photovoltaic element assembly; and    (2) manufacturing method of photovoltaic element module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the photovoltaic element.    photovoltaic housing (1)    metal wire (10)    net-like electrode (11)
NOVELTY - The machine has floats (3) carrying hinge bearings receiving a shaft (2) of pendular radial-flow impellers (1). The impellers are pivotably mounted on the bearings by another shaft integrated with each bearing. The impellers have heavy ballast with density greater than that of water. The later shaft is arranged at an end of the impellers. A wheel structure is introduced in a cylinder having a preset diameter and supporting the bearings.    USE - Used in a river for transforming kinetic energy of a water flow into mechanical and electrical energy (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydraulic machine permits an automatic control of power, provides high generated power with a minimum loss of energy, and has reduced dimensions and is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a floating power generator assembly.    Pendular radial-flow impellers (1)    Shaft (2)    Floats (3)    Deviator (4)    Steel cable (5)
NOVELTY - The device has a firmly installed operating device designed as an ergometer (4), which is locked by a mobile housing (1) that is filled with water. The water is exchanged to each passage. The operating device accepts different working methods such as infra-red light therapy and color-light or magnetic field therapy in the housing. The housing is provided with a door entrance and exit, and water inlet and outlet.    USE - Used for reducing weight and size of a person and for enhancing a skin pattern of the person.    ADVANTAGE - The device provides improved and more effective results for reducing weight and size of the person and for enhancing skin pattern of the person within a short period of time and without any pain to the training person. The device improves metabolism in the human body and improves blood circulation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a weight and size reducing and skin pattern enhancing device.    Housing (1)    Holding grip (3)    Ergometer (4)    Training computer (9)    Door (10)
NOVELTY - The machine consists of a support frame installed at one side of lower frame (1). A scale plate (4) is installed at the upper portion of the running machine. A running belt (5) provided in the machine, is moved along reciprocating direction. The movement of the running belt is controlled by a motor driver.    USE - For performing exercises such as running, walking, wrenching, stretching, stooping, muscular exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The user can perform various stretching exercises in addition to walking and running exercises. The running belt is prevented from moving along the same direction to protect user from a dangerous situation during exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for controlling multi-functional running machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the multi-functional running machine.    support frame (2)    scale plate (4)    running belt (5)    subsidiary base (7)    coupling pin (15)
NOVELTY - The device attaches a stand (6) which uses solar energy of portable socket type, on the base line. A high quality solar cell is put inside the generator for charging.    USE - For use in outdoors.    ADVANTAGE - The device takes power supply temporarily so that the device can be used as long as possible. The device accompanies change of weather and connects life at the time of disaster such as typhoon and flood damage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the electric power generation device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power generation device main case (1)    solar panels (2)    high quality solar cell (3)    wire (4)    stand (6)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has several photovoltaic elements (30), wiring material (31) and coating material. The wiring material is provided in extension portion of gap region interposed into adjacent photovoltaic element of two sheets. A cutting (33) is provided at the coating material positioned between gap region and wiring material.    USE - For generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of crack or fracture of wiring material is prevented. The wiring material has favorable flexibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for construction of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of solar cell module.    photovoltaic element (30)    wiring material (31)    surface film (32a)    cutting (33)
NOVELTY - A terminal (103) for applying voltage to the solar cell (101) is provided at the storage container (102). The terminal supplies voltage from a power supply (104) connected to the storage container through a cable, to the solar cell.    USE - For photovoltaic cell and dye sensitizing cell.    ADVANTAGE - The output of the solar cell is stabilized at the time of storage and transport of the solar cell without utilizing large scale manufacturing apparatus, by supplying voltage to the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell storage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the solar cell storage container.    solar cell (101)    storage container (102)    terminal (103)    power supply (104)
NOVELTY - The distance between straight lines (a1,b1) existing on outer side of bus-bar electrodes (4a,5a) is set to 10 microns or less, when bus-bar electrode (5a) is formed in a manner so as to close an opening.    USE - For solar cell element.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of bus-bar electrodes is maintained, thus provides solar cell element which is highly reliable over a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the straight lines existing on outer side of bus-bar electrodes.    bus-bar electrodes (4a,5a)    straight lines (a1,b1,c1)
NOVELTY - A protective layer (4) is laminated by a main surface of the light-receiving-surface side of a transparent substrate (3). A metallic structure (5) is affixed to the protective layer so that the metallic structure overlap with the surface of the protective layer with a solar cell element (1) which is embedded inside the substrate.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency is improved by suppressing a temperature rise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1)    transparent substrate (3)    protective layers (4,6)    metallic structure (5)
NOVELTY - Rack has two laminar frameworks mounted on each other with framework sides (2,3) whereby one framework side (4) is bent towards the base (5) and arranged on two neighboring frameworks. The bent framework side is adjustable and has supporting piece unit (6,7) to support and to adjust solar module (1). The supporting piece unit is arranged on bent framework and is connected with other framework sides.    USE - For arrangement of solar modules.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures flexibility in adjusting the dimensions of solar module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The other framework sides are movable and can be fixed with one another whereby one framework side has many connections to base.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic representation of rack with frameworks for solar modules.    Solar module (1)    Framework sides (2,3,4)    Base (5)    Supporting piece unit (6,7)    Junctions (10,11)
NOVELTY - A method of electricity generating using water potential, which contains building a high pressure resisting water tank, building a energy conversion chamber beside the bottom of said water tank, building a reclaiming tank beside the energy conversion chamber, laying pipe from water tank to energy conversion chamber which has hydraulic generating device, keeping water potential and outputting the converted electricity energy according to current output mode.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses an adjustment method of synthetic exercising apparatus in vibrator and vibrating parameter, wherein the vibrator comprises the following parts: adjusting support with block-out adjusting slot, adjusting wheel, electromotor, cam and frequency converter, wherein the adjusting wheel is set in the adjusting slot, which adjusts the position in the adjusting slot continually; the cam connects the output shaft of electromotor. When the electromotor anchors the cam rotation, the cam will vibrate to realize the continual adjustment of vibration amplitude by actuating the draught wire rope of exercising apparatus itself and changing the distance of adjustment wheel and cam. The method realizes the adjustment of vibration frequency by changing the output frequency of frequency converter, which prevents the over abrasion by adapting rolling fiction movement between adjusting wheel and cam of the draught wire rope.
NOVELTY - A prism (22) has a columnar structure (2202) and a conical structure (2204) with cross-section area tapering towards tip of conical structure. The outer circumferential surface of conical surface is formed as reflecting surface to reflect light beam applied from external source to conical surface into columnar structure. A light detector detects light beam reflected by reflecting surface and guided through columnar structure.    USE - For infrared receiver in infrared remote controller of personal computer connected to projector.    ADVANTAGE - The desired communication range can be maintained effectively, by providing a reflecting surface for guiding light to the light detector.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for infrared receiver.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the infrared receiver mounted on personal computer.    prism (22)    infrared receiver (50)    display unit (62)    attachment (80)    arms (82,84)    columnar structure (2202)    conical surface (2206)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has a motor attached to table (20) supporting the user, that has a reduction gearing coupled to axle (16) of a stand (10) to rotate table relative to stand. A control device (40) is attached to one of hand grips (28) to control motor. An actuator finger is attached to axle, to actuate switch at table to stop motor so as to position table with respect to stand at selected angular positions.    USE - For tilting inversion exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - The user is allowed to easily operate the motor to drive the table relative to the stand.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of tilting inversion exerciser.    stand (10)    axle (16)    table (20)    hand grip (28)    control device (40)
NOVELTY - The installation includes connectors (20,21) and cutters (17,18,19) that selectively separate several solar cell arrays (11,12,13-1,13-2) from a DC electric power system. The solar cell arrays are connected in series to form a solar cell modules installed on several movable-type cover sheets. The solar cell arrays generate predetermined electric power. The DC electric power system converts the electric power from the solar cell arrays.    USE - For converting AC electric power used for the load in a facility.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures safe power generation operation and prevents electric shocks and other accidents during operation. Ensures easy maintenance and inspection of the solar power generation installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The installation also includes an inverter for converting the DC electric power from the DC electric power system into AC electric power. Cables (CB1-CB8) transmit the electric power from the solar cell arrays. DC transmission lines (L1-L12) connect the solar cell arrays to the DC electric power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram showing the wiring system of the solar power generation installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Cables (CB1-CB8)    DC transmission lines (L1-L12)    Solar cell arrays (11,12,13-1,13-2)    Cutters (17,18,19)    Connectors (20,21)
NOVELTY - The method involves stuffing a pusher unit (112) into the side of a solar cell module and temporarily fixing the solar cell module by a suction unit (110a). The edge of the solar cell module is then positioned by retreating the pusher unit by the cutting-position conclusive factor stage (111a). The cutting-position conclusive factor stage stops in a predetermined position when in contact with a reverse-side support material (105).    USE - For positioning the edge portion of a solar cell module during manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy and automated cutting operation for surplus portion of solar cell module and easy integration and molding using cutting-position conclusive factor stage. Ensures easy and simple position of solar cell module edge at reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A moving unit (116) is provided to move the cutting-position conclusive factor stage towards the side of the solar cell module. The surplus portion of the solar cell module is cut to form an incision for the cutting-position conclusive factor stage. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the solar cell module edge positioning device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the solar cell module edge positioning device.    Reverse-side support material (105)    Suction unit (110a)    Cutting-position conclusive factor stage (111a)    Pusher unit (112)    Moving unit (116)
NOVELTY - The terminal box has a pair of bypass diode (6) connected electrically in parallel exists in a thermal connection state. The heat of a bypass diode is transmitted to the remaining bypass diode, when the diodes connected electrically in parallel and the temperature of diode is higher than the temperature of remaining diode. The imbalance of the temperature between the bypass diodes connected in parallel is corrected.    USE - For solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - A cumulative heat generation of the specific bypass diode is prevented. Thermal runaway of specific bypass diode and destruction of the diode and periphery circuit are prevented. The non-uniformity of the bypass electric current value of bypass diodes performing parallel arrangement into the box is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a notional view of terminal box.    bypass diodes (6)    heat-transfer element (7)
NOVELTY - The module (601) has frame material (606) with photovoltaic element (602) and reverse side protection element (604) inside fillers (605) covered by covering material (603). A bypass diode (607) is embedded in the concave portion of the reverse side protection element.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The interference of bypass diode with frame material during solar cell vibration is prevented effectively, by embedding the bypass diode in the concave portion of the protection element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (601)    photovoltaic element (602)    covering material (603)    reverse side protection element (604)    filler (605)    frame material (606)    bypass diode (607)
NOVELTY - The bypass diode units (102) includes a resin sealed diode package arranged in the gap between the photovoltaic elements (101).    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacture of the solar cell module is made easy, by arranging the bypass diode units in the gap between the photovoltaic elements. As the diode chip is protected by the resin sealed package, damage of the chip due to external force, environmental factors, etc., are prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the light receiving surface side of solar cell module.    photovoltaic elements (101)    bypass diode units (102)    diode lead copper foil (110)    negative and positive electrode copper tabs (111,112)
NOVELTY - The terminal box main structure (10) has a division wall (70) for surrounding the bare-chip diode (50) on the substrate. The resin-sealant (75) is filled at the outer side of the division wall within the main structure.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The usage amount of the resin-sealant is reduced without causing thermal damage to the diode, by filling resin-sealant filled at outer side of division wall within main structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the terminal box. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    terminal box main structure (10)    terminal board (30)    bare-chip diode (50)    division wall (70)    resin-sealant (75)
NOVELTY - Thermoplastic polyurethane (I) (obtained from one or more organic diisocyanate component (a), at least one component (b) with an average molecular weight of 450-10000 g/mole, one or more chain extenders (c) in the presence of at least a silane compound (d), optionally catalysts (e) under addition of light stabilizers (f), optionally additive agents and/or additive materials (g) and optionally chain dismantlers (g)) is new.    USE - (I) is useful for preparing a compound with glass and solar cell modules (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) (having the silane compound) has good adhesion for the glass, good extruding quality, does not become yellow during storage and has weather stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Thermoplastic polyurethane (I) (obtained from one or more organic diisocyanate component (a), at least one component (b) with an average molecular weight of 450-10,000 g/mole and with in the agent at least 1.8 to at most 3 of Zerevitinov active-hydrogen atom, one or more chain extenders (c) with a molecular weight of 60-400 g/mol and with in agent at least 1.8 to at most 3 Zerevitinov active hydrogen-atom (where the molar ratio of the isocyanate group from (a) to the isocyanate reactive group from (b), (c) and optionally (h) is 0.9:1 to 1.1:1) in the presence of at least a silane compound (d) of formula R1-C(=O)-NH-(CH2)n-Si(OR2)3 (0.05-5 wt.%), optionally catalysts (e) under addition of light stabilizers (f) (0.1-10 wt.%), optionally additive agents and/or additive materials (g) and optionally chain dismantlers (g)) is new.    R1 = NHR3;    R3 = H, 1-20C alkyl, 1-20C aryl, 1-20C aralkyl or OR4;    R4 = H;    R2 = 1-20C alkyl, 1-20C aryl or 1-20C aralkyl; and    n = 1-12.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a spindle attached with a blade (10) of helical configuration, where the blade and the spindle share a same axis. The spindle is rotatably mounted to a supporting frame around pivots. The blade includes a set of blade sections, where a pitch length and radius varies along the length of the blade profile. A flowing fluid causes the blade to rotate around an axis to generate electrical energy.    USE - Used for generating an electrical/mechanical energy from a flowing fluid e.g. wind or water.    ADVANTAGE - The blade in helical configuration eases transportation, and simplifies installation, maintenance and repair. The pitch length and the radius varies along the length of the helical blade profile, thus optimizing the flow profile, compensating for reduction or disturbance in flow regime along the blade length and minimizing fouling of the blade by water-bone objects.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating electrical or mechanical energy from flowing water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows electrical/mechanical energy generating apparatus with a single helical blade.    Helical blade (10)    Spindle (12)    Pivots (14)    Supporting frame (16)    Mooring line (22)
NOVELTY - The motor has a wheel including S-shaped hollow spokes (3) and a hollow hub (4). Sliding gates (5, 8) cause amounts of water or oil to fall from an upper part of a circumferential tube so that water/oil enters lower part of the tube, by traveling via the spokes and the hub. The spokes produce reaction forces that cause the wheel to rotate in order to fill and empty the spokes, in a repetitive manner.    USE - Used for heating oil or water until ebullition in industrial purposes, for conversion of potential energy into electrical energy, and for industrial production (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The motor permits to provide water vapor that can be pressurized such that steam jets rotate turbines for electricity production without need of fuel, while increasing temperature of water until ebullition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a wheel.    Wheel (1)    Water vapor collector (2)    S-shaped hollow spokes (3)    Hollow hub (4)    Sliding gates (5, 8)
NOVELTY - The system has a platform (110) with a seating area, and a set of ankle holders connected to the platform by resistance tethers. The tethers include inelastic cables coupled to a loading mechanism for providing resistance in a direction when the cables are moved in another direction. A leg support (120) is positioned on the platform adjacent to the seating area, where the leg support is constructed from a compressive material.    USE - Exercise system e.g. treadmill, stair-stepper, elliptical trainer and stationary bicycle, that is utilized for performing a cardiovascular exercise and resistance exercise in a home.    ADVANTAGE - The leg support is constructed from the compressive material, thus reducing knee strain when using the exercise system and reducing cost of the system. The arrangement of the system enables users of different fitness levels to safely perform the exercises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified diagram of an exercise system.    Platform (110)    Leg support (120)    Back support (130)    Ankle holders (141)    Resistance tethers (142)
NOVELTY - The device has a rotary mechanism coupling a rotating unit with a body-supported unit, and allowing rotational movement of the rotating unit about longitudinal axis of the supported unit. A pivot (115) constraints angular movement between longitudinal axis of the units in a preset plane that is axially aligned with the supported unit. The pivot constraints the plane from twisting relative to the supported unit.    USE - Multi-exercise rotary device.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the device effectively provides an aerobic and anaerobic exercise workout that safely simulates jumping of a jump rope, allows a user to perform non-traditional jump rope movement, and offers workout free from constraints.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an illustration of a multi-exercise rotary device.    Thumbscrew adjustment(115) Pivot (113)    Spring-loaded shock (117)
NOVELTY - The assembly has an angled support (31) with an extension arm, where middle part of the support is pivotally attached to a mounting yoke (33). A swing arm is inserted into an open end of the support and is preloaded by a spring, such that the swing arm moves in an extended and a retracted position. A supporting rod (331) at bottom of the mounting yoke is inserted into a mounting tube.    USE - Used for an electric treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The swinging design of the angled support and the swing arm allows the swing arm assembly to follow a movement path corresponding to the swinging curvature of user`s arms, thus allowing the user to feel comfortable during the exercise session while working on the treadmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a swing arm assembly.    Angled support (31)    Swing arm (32)    Mounting yoke (33)    Extension arm (311)    Supporting rod (331)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic powering system (110) includes a movable platform (112) connected to the vehicle body (102), a platform moving mechanism (114), and a platform alignment module (120) carried by the vehicle body. The platform includes an array of photovoltaic cells (116a-116c). The platform alignment module is connected to the platform moving mechanism for aligning the platform relative to ambient sunlight.    USE - For power self-propped vehicle, such as electric cart, as well as equipment carried by vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides enhanced capture of solar energy so that relatively greater amounts of power can be generated by array of photovoltaic cells. Enhanced capture of solar energy makes more likely the availability of excess energy that can be selectively supplied to external electrical device or a power grid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating and supplying power using solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of an electric cart that includes a photovoltaic powering system.    Vehicle body (102)    Photovoltaic powering system (110)    Platform (112)    Platform moving mechanism (114)    Photovoltaic cells (116a-116c)    Platform alignment module (120)
NOVELTY - The system has a user module controlling operating parameters of an exercise device and receiving packetized programming including a control signal. A trainer module (256a-256n) generates the programming representative of changes made to the parameters. A communication module delivers the programming to the user module. A scaling control provides a value of a proportional change made to the signal to change the parameters.    USE - Exercise system e.g. treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the system enables multiple users to interact one with another through a network without the capability to control one another, allows a trainer at the trainer module to visually and audibly communicate with a user at the user module, thus enabling the user to interact with the trainer in real-time communication, thereby achieving additional benefits of a group exercise session in a home environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram of an exercise system.    Network (16)    User module (252a-252n)    Communication module (254)    Trainer module (256a-256n)    Third party control module (258)
NOVELTY - The solar cell panel (302) has reverse-side protection units (303) with projection having through-holes (304) for passing electric output wires (306) at the reverse side of the solar cell panel.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The hanging of electric wire is prevented by passing the wire into the through-holes of the protection units. The wires do not become obstructive during handling of the solar cell module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a connection method of a solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an explanatory view of a solar cell module.    solar cell panel (302)    protection unit (303)    through-holes (304)    output-terminal box (305)    wires (306)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module mounting stand has block material which comprises the bolster material block and the inclination material block. The solar cell module (102) is fixed on the inclination material block. The converter (101) which converts solar energy into electric power is used as bolster material block.    USE - For generating environmentally clean electric energy.    ADVANTAGE - Since converter is used as bolster material block arrangement place of the converter becomes unnecessary. There is no necessity to enlarge the construction area. The electrical connection operativity is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar cell array using the converter.    converter (101)    solar cell module (102)    output wire of solar cell (104)    output wire of converter (105)
NOVELTY - Solar cell modules have positive and negative electrode terminals (103,104) which are connected by an electric connection unit at the light receiving surface side of the solar cell. The terminals protrude from the light receiving surface and the protruding portion function as a bird protection unit.    USE - Solar cell array used in power station.    ADVANTAGE - The cost is reduced by eliminating the need for separate bird protection structure and the reduction in power generation efficiency due to damage by birds is avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a solar cell array.    solar cell array (101)    photovoltaic element (102)    positive electrode terminal (103)    negative electrode terminal (104)
NOVELTY - The spacers (12) are arranged between opposingly arranged light receiving sheet (4) and back sheet (8). A photovoltaic cell (6) is arranged between the spacers, such that the photovoltaic cell is sealed between the sheets.    USE - For use in manufacture of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The damage to the photovoltaic cell is suppressed, by arranging the cell between the sheets. The size of the semiconductor module is reduced and the yield of solar cell module is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for semiconductor module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view explaining the manufacturing method of solar cell module.    front cover (2)    light receiving sheet (4)    photovoltaic cell (6)    interconnector (7)    back sheet (8)    spacer (12)
NOVELTY - The drain pipe structure (1) has turbine (11) installed in drain pipes (4,10) arranged in vertical direction, that is rotated by collision of waste water with a blade (11a). An electricity generation unit (14) generates electricity using the rotary power of the turbine.    USE - For use in super high-rise apartment and high-rise building.    ADVANTAGE - The pipeline obstruction is prevented and electric power can be generated using the flow of waste water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the drain pipe structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    drain pipe structure (1)    drain pipes (4,10)    turbine (11)    blade (11a)    electric power generation unit (14)    air hole (15)
NOVELTY - The repair apparatus (1) radiates laser beam at the surface of the sample evaluation apparatus (4), to form annular groove for sample extraction. A sample extractor (5) extracts sample cut roots from the groove of the evaluation apparatus, to perform repair operation with respect to the hole (H) formed after extraction in a base material.    USE - For repair of base material after extraction of sample such as block-shaped coating component of gas turbine and vertical-shaft type water turbine.    ADVANTAGE - The damage to the evaluation apparatus is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for base material repair method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the base material repair apparatus.    repair apparatus (1)    laser beam machining apparatus (2)    sample evaluation apparatus (4)    sample extractor (5)    sample (39)    hole (H)
NOVELTY - A counter integrated circuit (IC) (30) counts an encoder pulse measured at a motor shaft by an encoder (23). A CPU (25) calculates the signal from IC to operate the presentation apparatus, on receiving a command from a personal computer (PC) (2) via a RS 232C port (24). A parallel input-output port (28) outputs the control signal generated based on the command, to a motor (M) mounted on a substrate.    USE - For movable floor of omnidirectional walking feeling presentation apparatus and also for mechatronics system.    ADVANTAGE - The mounting of controller is made easy and the reading of sensor and control of motor mounted on the substrate are performed easily, by providing the built-in-type motor controller. The torque control and speed control are also carried out with the portable and functionality-expansion property controller.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show a block diagram of the built-in-type motor controller. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    personal computer (2)    built-in-type motor controller (21)    encoder (23)    RS 232C port (24)    CPU (25)    parallel input-output port (28)    counter integrated circuit (30)
NOVELTY - The cleaning apparatus has a frame (3) which can be driven relative to the solar cells (2) in a drive direction. The apparatus also has an arrangement of cleaning units spaced one after another in the drive direction. The cleaning units are used to first carry out a coarse cleaning of the cells and then at least one fine cleaning process. The first cleaning process may be carried out by means of a shovel and the second by means of brushes.    USE - For cleaning solar panels or cells.    ADVANTAGE - Provides effective cleaning in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the apparatus.    apparatus (1)    solar cells (2)    frame (3)    rollers (4)    shaft (5)    shovel (6)    brushes (7)    wiper (8)    receptable (11)    post (12)    carrier (13)    hanger (14)
NOVELTY - The module has a cover sided material (2) and an embedding material (4) with solar cells of larger dimensions that are embedded and interconnected with each other by a solar cell connector (6). A rear sided material (3) is arranged behind the material (4). The materials (2, 3) are made up of a special boron-silicate glass (7) having a thermal coefficient of expansion between 4.5x10-6divide byK and 2 xa0-6divide byK at room temperature.    USE - Used for a personal computer, laptop computer, notebook computer, pocket calculator, vehicle navigation system, scanner and a reflector.    ADVANTAGE - The cover sided material and the rear sided material are made up of the special boron-silicate glass having thermal coefficient of expansion between 4.5x10-6divide byK and 2 xa0-6divide byK at room temperature, thus increasing mechanical stability of the module. The solar cells of larger dimensions are embedded and interconnected with each other using the solar cell connector, thus avoiding constantly changing stress such as compression, expansion and bending stresses of the connector, and hence minimizing thermo mechanical stress of the connector. The module hence reduces failure rate of the connector and provides better resistance against environmental influences. The life span of the module can therefore be increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross section of a structure of a crystalline photovoltaic solar module.    Cover sided material (2)    Rear sided material (3)    Embedding material (4)    Solar cells (5)    Connector (6)    Boron-silicate glass (7)
NOVELTY - The device has transformation units (2) with outer frames made of metal. Contact dies (9) made of electrically conductive material are arranged between an outer frame of the transformation units and the profile tracks (5) of a sub-structure. The contact surfaces of the dies are sand blasted or structured such that they are incised automatically at the adjacent area of the profile tracks and the outer frame by the coatings.    USE - Laminar device e.g. a photovoltaic device and solar cell device, for installing on diagonal and flat roofs, facade and on outdoor constructions.    ADVANTAGE - The contact surfaces of the dies are sand blasted or structured such that they are incised automatically at the adjacent area of the profile tracks and the outer frame by the coatings, hence the electrically conducting connections between the outer frame and the profile tracks take place without cable, so that the contact dies are supported between the tracks and the frame, thus the installation cost for the components that are necessary for deriving the electrostatic energy is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a representation of a laminar device.    Transformation units (2)    Photo voltaic component (3)    Profile tracks (5)    Holder (6)    Contact dies (9)
NOVELTY - The method involves taking moving direction and speed of a lifting operation from weight plates (1) by exclusive contact-less collection and evaluation of signals of transmitting and/or reflection devices. Kinetic energy of the plates is stored and converted into electrical energy with an environmentally-combined energy source. Detected training data are evaluated, stored and displayed at their temporal and quantitative process.    USE - Used for detecting, evaluating and displaying of training data in a fitness device and in an area of high performance sports.    ADVANTAGE - The method achieves a higher accuracy of the evaluation of training data and enables environment-friendly power supply by use of alternative energy sources. The method enables the formation of wear free device, and smaller space requirement and a material-technical expenditure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for implementing a method of detecting, evaluating and displaying of training data in fitness devices with weight plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic arrangement of weight plates at sensors.    Weight plates (1)    Sensors (3, 4, 5)    Evaluation circuit (6)    Contact points (7, 8)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to an exercising device of computer network competition exercise bicycle interconnection system, which is characterized by the following: regarding the exercise bicycle as a huge game operating rod; transmitting the multinomial index such as speed, direction, speed adjustment button, braking and so on into digital signal by controlling circuit mode; connecting the network game. The users can know their own and others competition field position, speed and direction, which makes them enjoy the competition feeling with others in the live.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a computer control apparatus, especially relates to a computer control apparatus which bases on real time acquisition brain electrical signal, for more specific, this is an apparatus uses attribute data of the brain electrical signal which is extracted from processed, analyzed, calculated real time acquisition brain electrical signal as judgments criterion, and comparing with a plurality of attribute data of the brain electrical signal which is preset in the storage of the computer, and selecting the corresponding or resemblance data, and then triggering control instruction specified by the data, and driving and controlling corresponding apparatus to work in different mode of operation. Apparatus suited to the control mode are rapid learning apparatus, health rehabilitation apparatus, physics treat apparatus and so on.
NOVELTY - The disclosed body-building or medical equipment and corresponding running control method comprises that arranging center control system connected with input unit, inputting exercise program with at least two modes; or inputting user identity recognition code, then the center control system reads stored exercise program; the equipment runs according to different mode. This invention provides convenience and safety for scientific exercise.
NOVELTY - Structure of type N silicon solar cells. A type P emitter junction is set at the back of a type N Si plate and silk-net printed metal electrodes are set at the front and the back for preparing P emitter junction.    USE - For solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The manufacturing method for N silicon solar cells includes: carrying out chemical pre-process and flannel surface corrosion to the N silicon plate, preparing the back P emitter junction by boron diffusion, growing an oxidation layer, depositing the oxidation layer with PECVD at the front, silk-net printing the front and back metal electrodes, sintering the metal, applying boron tribromide liquid source to diffuse boron with the temperature of 800-1000 degrees C for the constant temperature zone and diffusing time for 10-50 minutes, the silicon plates are placed on a quartz boat back to back blocking the silicon front face from being diffused by boron, the junction depth of diffusion should be 0.5-5 microns.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to body building vehicle technology and is especially rotation and direction control method and device for body building game vehicle. The direction control device includes direction controlling rod, fixed terminal fixed onto the vehicle body and rotating terminal connected to the direction controlling rod. The direction control device features that the fixed terminal with several signal emitters and the rotating terminal with several signal receivers are always in non-contact state. When the rotating terminal rotates relatively to the fixed terminal, the signal emitters is always in the sensing range of some signal receiver. The present invention makes it possible to sense the rotation direction of the vehicle to the host game computer and has the advantages of no noise, long service life and high stability and reliability owing to the non-contact sensing.
NOVELTY - The user identification system has exercise machines equipped with radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and antennas, and communicates with a database which stores details of exercise machine settings for particular users. The exercise machines have sensors which measure user performance and transmit the measurements to the database e.g. via network.    USE - For use in circuit training which is one form of exercise that allows for simultaneous aerobic and anaerobic exercise. For e.g. enterprise circuit exercise system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables reliably monitoring and individualizing exercises for a multitude of users.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) an exercise system;    (B) a method for automatically identifying, monitoring, and interfacing exercise machine information and database information;    (C) a system for providing identification, or identification together with programmed training, for a particular user out of multiple users.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the diagram of the site within the enterprise circuit exercise system.    Wide area network (22)    Exercise machine (26a-26d)    Wide area network (30)    Off site computer (32a)
NOVELTY - A virtual control system coupled to treadmill platform (12), includes scenery selection button connected to processor, which is operated to display selected scenery using video projector (14). A treadmill and incline motors operated in response to video programming and type of scenery selected, drives treadmill belt (16) of the platform, and inclines the platform, respectively.    USE - For aerobic machine such as treadmill, stationary bike, stair stepper, cycling machine and row machine.    ADVANTAGE - The video display of preferred scenery is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) video programming provision system; and virtual reality exercise system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the virtual reality exercise system.    exercise system (10)    treadmill platform (12)    projector (14)    motor (15)    belt (16)    treadmill (19)
NOVELTY - A portable memory card (60) is inserted into the port of a reader (50) of an exercising machine connected to a central processing unit (CPU) (10). The CPU receives the data from the card through the reader and sends machine control commands to a driving unit (80).    USE - For treadmill and other exercise machines.    ADVANTAGE - The desired status of the exercise machine is set in a convenient manner, using the detachable memory.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the control system.    central processing unit (10)    input interface (30)    output interface (40)    reader (50)    portable memory (60)    driving unit (80)
NOVELTY - Two photovoltaic facilities are associated electrically and mechanically so as to provide relative rotational freedom of the photovoltaic facilities and thus forming a flexible photovoltaic facility. Preferably at least one of the first and second photovoltaic facilities are rotated so as to regulate at least one of power, current and voltage provided.    USE - In an arrangement using dye-sensitized solar photovoltaic cells in a rotational relationship, e.g. to provide power for an electrical sensor, including sensors for smoke or fire, a security sensor, or a wide variety of other sensors for determining physical, mechanical or chemical parameters.    ADVANTAGE - A flexible photovoltaic facility is obtained which can be offered for sale as a kit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for rotational photovoltaic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    substrates (310, 370)    electrically conductive layers (320, 360)    photoactive layers (350)
NOVELTY - A whole body exercise device in creep posture is provided to repeatedly stretch the whole body, which comprises a specific structure to alternately move one hand and foot then the other hand and foot to raise front side of the device possible to increase the exercising efficiency and components for providing a driving power needed for a disabled person to take the whole body exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The device comprises a main frame part(100) consisting of front and rear frames(120) arranged in parallel, supporting frames(130,140) fixed to both ends of the frames(120) and opposite-arranged in parallel, and supporting rods(150,160) arranged in parallel; a first rail(210) and a second rail(220) formed along an axial line on top portions of the rods(150,160); a first driving pulley(310) and a first follower pulley(320) arranged along an axial line of the first rail(210); a first connection element(510) arranged along the axial line of the first rail(210); a second driving pulley(410) and second follower pulley(420) arranged along an axial line of the second rail(220); a second connection element(520) arranged along the axial line of the second rail(220); an electric motor(700) and a gearbox(710) having two driving shafts(711,712) equipped with two fly wheels(810,820) axial-coupled to the electric motor(700); a first hand support(311) and a first foot support(321) fixed on the first driving pulley(310) and the first follower pulley(320), respectively; a second hand support(411) and a second foot support(421) fixed on the second driving pulley(410) and the second follower pulley(420); a first eccentric rod(611) and a second eccentric rod(621) connected to the first flywheel(810) and the second flywheel(820), respectively; and a first connecting rod(610) and a second connecting rod(620) connected to the driving pulleys(310,410).
NOVELTY - An electric current sensor detects the electric current generated by solar cells. The amount of electricity generated by the solar cells, is estimated based on the output of the sensor. The existence of snow on the solar cell, is determined based on the estimated amount. A microcomputer (15) controls the operation of a switch (14) corresponding to the solar cell on which the presence of snow is detected.    USE - For solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The snow melting operation is started smoothly without requiring excessive power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the circuit block diagram of the solar power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell (1)    electric current sensor (12)    switches (14)    microcomputer (15)    power conditioner (21)
NOVELTY - The solar power generation panel (2) is arranged at an angle of 90degrees with respect to the incidence angle of sun rays.    USE - For attaching solar power generation panel to roof, motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is increased by arranging the solar power generation panel at right angle with respect to sun rays.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view illustrating the attachment mechanism.    outer frame (1)    solar power generation panel (2)    inner frame(4) shaft (3)    bearing (5)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses an automatic Tai Ji pushing-hand machine which comprises a housing (1), a movable part (2), an electric motor (3), a resilient device and a control circuit. Wherein, the control switches (5) and (6) of control circuit are individually arranged on the front end and the back end of housing (1); the movable part (2) inside the housing (1) has a wheel (7) and a pushing-hand handle (8); the electric motor (3) is arranged inside the movable part (2) while its output is connected to the wheel (7) which moves in the housing (1); one end of resilient device is connected to the housing (1) while another end is connected to the movable part (2); and the output of the control circuit is connected to the control output of the electric motor (3) to drive the movement of movable part (2). The invention can improve the technical level of exerciser and solve the problem of finding partner to exercise the Tai Ji. Therefore, the invention meets the exercise demand of different exercisers.
NOVELTY - Pistons act against a balance weight, which in turn acts on a movable bucket full of water. The movable bucket pours down water over the turbine, which in turn is moved to start up the power generator. The poured water to be taken back by the emptied movable bucket is gathered in a fixed bucket.    USE - For power or electricity generation.
NOVELTY - An electricity generator converts motion of rotation of paddle wheel (35) transferred by transfer unit into electricity. The pumping assembly (60) and/or hydraulic lift assembly (62) selectively varies a depth of penetration of paddle wheel into running water (12). A controller (70) measures a torque of rotation of paddle wheel and selectively varies depth of penetration of wheel into running water based on measured torque.    USE - For floating electricity production unit.    ADVANTAGE - The electricity is produced without causing any harm to environment nor consuming natural resources.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an elevational side view of the portion of electricity production unit.    running water (12)    paddle wheel (35)    pumping assembly (60)    hydraulic lift assembly (62)    controller (70)
NOVELTY - A resist film (14) having windows (14c-14e) corresponding to electrode patterns (12c,12d) and terminal pattern (12e), is provided covering the surface of a substrate (12), so as to close the substrate surface-side opening of through-hole electrodes (12a) at the substrate. A semiconductor element (16) is mounted on the film, so as to overlap with the electrode, and the element is connected to the electrode pattern (12c) in the substrate through the window.    USE - For small semiconductor package containing photodiode etc.    ADVANTAGE - A small sized semiconductor package with reduced planar area is obtained. High density mounting is enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of a semiconductor package. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (12)    through-hole electrode (12a)    electrode pattern (12c,12d)    terminal pattern (12e)    resist film (14)    windows (14c-14e)    semiconductor element (16)
NOVELTY - Several pairs of magnets (1a,1b,2a,2b,3a,3b,5a,5b) are arranged along opposing edges (20a,20b) of a stack of iron plates (20). The iron plates are floated by repelling magnetic force of opposing like magnetic poles of the magnets, by moving the movable group of magnets towards the edge by magnet moving mechanisms (11-13,15).    USE - For positioning iron plates used in manufacture of steel plate integrated solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables positioning iron plates to the required reference position, without damaging the edges. The structure of positioning device is simple and inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for iron plates positioning device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of iron plate positioning device.    opposing magnet pairs (1a,1b,2a,2b,3a,3b,5a,5b)    magnet moving mechanisms (11-13,15)    iron plates (20)    edges of iron plates (20a,20b)
NOVELTY - The easily-adhesive polyester film consists of a polyester film whose one side is provided with a resin film. The resin film consists of a crosslinking agent and a resin. The resin is chosen from polyester resin, acrylic resin, combination of both polyester resin and acrylic resin, and combination of polyester resin or acrylic resin and polyvinyl alcohol having saponification degree of 70-90 mol%.    USE - For use as reverse-side protective film of solar cell (claimed) for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The easily-adhesive polyester film is excellent in adhesion with respect to ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, and has excellent mechanical properties, heat resistance and moisture resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The easily-adhesive polyester film consists of a polyester film whose one side is provided with a resin film. The resin film consists of a crosslinking agent and a resin. The resin is chosen from polyester resin having glass transition point of 20-100degreesC, acrylic resin having glass transition point of 20-100degreesC, combination of both polyester resin and acrylic resin, and combination of polyester resin or acrylic resin and polyvinyl alcohol having saponification degree of 70-90 mol%. The crosslinking agent is chosen from oxazoline group-containing polymer, urea resin, melamine resin and epoxy resin. The polyester film is biaxially stretched 2,6-naphthalene dicarboxylate film and contains cyclic imino ester as ultraviolet absorber. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar-cell reverse side protective film;    (2) use of easily-adhesive polyester film for solar-cell reverse side protection; and    (3) solar-cell module.
NOVELTY - Inclinometer assemblies measure the deviation from plumb of a shaft (20). Proximity probe assemblies measure the distance of shaft from a reference point. A data acquisition device communicates with at least one of the inclinometer and proximity probe assemblies. A transmitter unit sends inclinometer measurement data.    USE - For aligning vertical shaft or multiple axially coupled vertical shaft in hydroelectric turbine generator or similar vertical shaft system and providing precise plumb inclination alignment of vertical rotating shaft.    ADVANTAGE - Enables adjustment of thrust bearing shoes to tilt the shaft toward plumb position without changing the thrust loading on shoes. Ensures faster alignments, setup and execution. Eliminates installation of plumb wires prone to kinking that leads to errors. Eliminates potential for oil spills and environmental problems since the required wires and oil dampers are not used. Enables instantaneous viewing of alignment changes from the inclinometers and proximity sensors. Enables plumbing of shaft in static single position by taking readings from inclinometers attached to shaft surfaces without rotating the shaft. Provides alignment system that is simple to use, portable and provides accurate vertical shaft alignment based on accepted industry standards. Provides precise plumb inclination alignment of vertical rotating shaft as defined in static single position and plumb of virtual centerline of the shaft's rotational throw position.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) an inclinometer assembly for measuring the plumb of a shaft;    (B) a proximity probe assembly for measuring the distance to a shaft; and    (C) a method of aligning a vertical shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a vertical shaft alignment equipment.    Turbine runner (15)    Shaft (20)    Shaft sections (40,50)    Normal shaft centerline (60)
NOVELTY - The system has several exercise machines connected to a computer through a communication link. The computer comprises user interface for providing use status for scheduling future use of exercise machines for a particular time.    USE - For weight machines, stair climbers, steppers, rowing machines, ski machines, treadmills, cross trainers and stationary bicycles.    ADVANTAGE - The exercisers frequently receive the full benefits of their exercise, because the selected exercise program data or other exercises are well-suited to the ultimate fitness and medical goals or medical history of the exerciser.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for exercise machine scheduling system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the exercise terminal network and the display screen provided to guide exerciser.
NOVELTY - An impeller (2) is rotated according to the pressure and flow velocity of fluid that flows from a main pipeline into the middle of a fluid transfer pipeline (1) through the interior of a casing. A Venturi mechanism, provided at the upstream side of the impeller, increases the flow velocity of the fluid. The rotation of the impeller is accelerated by a speed-up mechanism (3) in order to drive a generator (5).    USE - Used in e.g. factory, public facility, large shop, hotel apartment.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces installation cost, and minimizes operation cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of electric power generating operation.    Fluid transfer pipeline (1)    Impeller (2)    Speed-up mechanism (3)    Generator (5)    Rotary shaft (9)
NOVELTY - The adhesion resin film (2) has a portion shaped corresponding to the surface shape (6) of the semiconductor-element group (3).    USE - For sealing semiconductor-element group between transparent insulated substrates e.g. for sealing solar-cell element group, in manufacture of semiconductor module (both claimed), such as solar cell module, and for attaching light-emitting elements, such as LED, on circuits formed on thin-film substrates.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion resin film prevents cell cracking during lamination, decreases mounting defects, and has excellent adhesivity and mounting property. The resin film enables manufacture of semiconductor modules with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of semiconductor module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the semiconductor module.    transparent insulated substrates (1,5)    adhesion resin films (2,4)    semiconductor-element group (3)    surface shape of semiconductor-element group (6)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a new type of photovoltaic component of an internal by-pass structure characterizing in applying a specially designed plate diode as the photovoltaic component by-pass diodeto be package in the component together with a solar battery serial set after connecting with it directly.
NOVELTY - The engine has an exploded jet accelerator driven by high pressure air and brake, so that the wind power is converted into kinetic energy of vehicle, and the compressor is driven by kinetic energy and inertia force to compress the air into gas tank.    USE - For vehicle such as car, train, vessel, aircraft, etc.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of wind-air engine.
NOVELTY - A load cell (21) converts the load of a subject into an electrical signal. An amplifier (22) amplifies the signals measured by a body signal detector (32) and the load cell. A memory (24) stores data received from the amplifier. A main operation processor (23) operates and analyzes the data stored in memory depending on a program previously provided to output data on a pulse or heartbeat rate and a weight.    USE - For weight scale.    ADVANTAGE - Improves reliability of measured data since pulse rate or heartbeat rate is measured when the weight is measured, so that measurement time is reduced. Reduces cost by providing weight scale with function of pulse rate meter or heartbeat rate meter in which the function of pulse rate meter or heartbeat rate meter is carried out by additionally providing plus and minus electrode. Enables exact exercise prescription since weight and pulse or heartbeat rate data before and after exercise are simultaneously collected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a weight scale with a function of a pulse rate meter or a heartbeat rate meter.    Load cell (21)    Amplifier (22)    Main operation processor (23)    Memory (24)    Body signal detector (32)
NOVELTY - The device has an exercise bar (12) gripped by one hand of a person doing an exercise, and a pair of planar blades (11) attached to opposite ends of the bar. Each of the blades includes major front and rear surfaces, and is resistant to movement via air in a direction perpendicular to the major surfaces. The bar includes a central section to which a pair of end sections is connected.    USE - Used in an aerobic exercise e.g. walking, running, cycling and swimming.    ADVANTAGE - The blades provides positive, dynamic air resistance, with no negative resistance, thus providing cushioning to movement of exercisers and preventing over extension of back, and hence increasing intensity of aerobic workouts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of exercising with a device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded isometric view of an exercise device.    Planar blades (11)    Exercise bar (12)    Major rear surface (14)    Straight inner edges (16)    Curved outer edges (17)    Bolts (23)
NOVELTY - The device has a foot link (60) including a rearward portion that is constrained to move in an orbital path and a forward portion. A sliding engagement mechanism (78) has a portion coupled to a lower portion of a swing arm and another portion coupled to the forward portion of the foot link. A rearward force is applied to the upper portion of the swing arm that produces a force on the forward portion of the foot link.    USE - Elliptical exercise device.    ADVANTAGE - The rearward force is applied to the upper portion of the swing arm that produces the force on the forward portion of the foot link, thus providing smooth natural action, and exercising a relatively large number of muscles through a large range of elliptical motion, arm, shoulder, and rotational movement. The device provides safety and stability, and informs a user whether a proper or desired amount of arm and shoulder force is being exerted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevated front perspective view of an exercise device.    Frame (12)    Forward upright unit (20)    Axle mounts (30, 32)    Foot link (60)    Forward portion (62, 72)    Rearward portion (64, 74)    Sliding engagement mechanism (78)
NOVELTY - A method for fabricating an image sensor is provided to adjust the focus of the light irradiated from a color filter by reducing the density of an interlayer dielectric as it goes from the lower part of a photodiode to the upper part of the photodiode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An insulation layer(102) is formed on a semiconductor substrate where a photoactive region is formed. A metal interconnection is formed on the insulation layer. An interlayer dielectric is formed on the semiconductor substrate having the metal interconnection. The processes for forming the metal interconnection and forming the interlayer dielectric are repeated to form a plurality of metal interconnections. A passivation layer(108), a color filter(109) and an OCL(over-coating layer)(110) are sequentially formed on the plurality of metal interconnections.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A substrate (11) comprises an adhesive layer (23) at the bottom face by which a terminal box is adhesively fixed to the solar cell module (90). A through hole (22) is formed on the substrate. The adhesive agent flows out into the upper surface side of the substrate through the through hole and forms enlarged portion (24).    USE - For solar cell module used in solar electric power generation system installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate is properly fixed between enlarged portion and the adhesive layer. The attachment strength of the adhesive layer with respect to a substrate is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the enlarged vertical longitudinal sectional view of the box attached to the solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    through hole (22)    adhesive layer (23)    enlarged portion (24)    solar cell module (90)
NOVELTY - The terminals (15) in two-pole connector (20) arranged on one side of module (10) are plugs for positive and negative poles and the terminals (15) on other side of the module are sockets for the poles. The connectors on plug and socket sides are provided with a projection (37). The projection allows or denies the connection between the connectors, based on the polarity of the positive and negative poles.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - A reverse-connection proof is achieved without adding a structural change to the connectors.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the connector.    module (10)    cables (11)    terminals (15)    two-pole connector (20)    projection (37)
NOVELTY - A housing (10), connected to the main body (4) of a control valve (2) via supports (9), houses an energy exchanger (12). An electric generator and a water-tight spindle (14) are connected to the main body via supporting arms (15).    USE - For e.g. water pipes used in hydraulic network for conveying and distributing water.    ADVANTAGE - Can effectively maintain predetermined and optimal pressure in pipes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic longitudinal sectional view of control valve system.    Control valve (2)    Main body (4)    Supports (9)    Housing (10)    Energy exchanger (12)    Spindle (14)    Supporting arms (15)
NOVELTY - The arrangement has a solar cell formed by a layer sequence (1, 2) of differently doped layers on a substrate (6), and a bypass-diode connected with the cell and formed by a layer sequence (4, 5). The layer sequence (4, 5) is arranged between the substrate and the sequence (1, 2). A third layer sequence lies between the sequences (1, 2, 4, 5). The sequence (1, 2) has p and n conductive layers, which form a photovoltaic active region.    USE - Used in a monolithic, series connected solar module (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bypass-diode is connected with the solar cell and formed by the layer sequence that is arranged between the substrate and another layer sequence, thus protecting the solar cell with a very slight loss of active receiving surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar module with an arrangement of solar cells and bypass-diodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a configuration of an arrangement of a solar cell and a bypass-diode.    Layer sequences (1, 2, 4, 5)    Semiconductor layer (3)    Substrate (6)    Isolation layer (7)    Metal layer (8)
NOVELTY - The system has a well production line section connected to a flowing well with fluid under pressure. The well production line section provides an inlet (16) to a turbine (11) that includes rotating fan blades. A nozzle acts as a choke for the pressurized fluid from the well, and increases a velocity of fluid hitting the blades. An electrical generator includes a rotor that is connected to the blades to generate electricity.    USE - Used for generating electricity by using pressure of fluid from water or gas wells.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the system generates electricity in low cost without creating hazardous to environments.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective side view of a system for generating electricity.    Turbine (11)    Turbine casing (12)    Inlet (16)    Outlet production tube (22)    Small gear (24)
NOVELTY - Proposed device designed for charging and trickle-charging all types of storage batteries rated at 3 to 9 V and up to 2.5 A-h has case accommodating solar batteries and adapter incorporating shell with built-in socket of motor-car cigarette lighter type. Socket shroud and terminal function as leads for connecting load through adapter. Insulating wiring board fixed on socket terminal within shell mounts isolating diode. Solar battery is connected through its one pole to socket terminal and through other one and isolating diode, to socket shroud. Proposed charger incorporates provision for conjugation with any portable device supplied with power from motor-car circuit.    USE - Reusable sources of primary power supplies.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced reliability, facilitated maintenance, storage, handling, assembly, and repairs, reduced time taken to make charger serviceable.13 cl, 5 dwg
NOVELTY - A terminal box has at least 3 bypass diodes that are arranged in parallel, and electrically connected between terminal boards accommodated in a case. All bypass diodes are thermally connected to one another, such that heat from one bypass diode with higher temperature is transmitted to another bypass diode with lower temperature.    USE - For solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - Enables correcting imbalance of temperature between bypass diodes. Suppresses heat generation of heat in bypass diodes. Cost effective by eliminating cooling plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the terminal box.
NOVELTY - The terminal box has a male cylinder portion (21) and a female cylinder portion (22) protruding outwardly and distributed on respective sides of the box main body. The male and female cylinder portions are respectively provided with contactors (6,7) for electrical connection to respective terminal boards (4a,4b) arranged inside the box main body.    USE - For mechanically and electrically connecting solar cell modules.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures improved workability and simultaneously mechanical and electrical connection between solar cell modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The terminal boards are provided for electrical connection to the output electrodes (1b,1c) of a solar cell module (1). The output electrodes of the solar module are inserted through a window (11c) formed on the box main body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a top view showing the terminal box with the lid removed.    Solar cell module (1)    Output electrodes (1b,1c)    Terminal boards (4a,4b)    Contactors (6,7)    Window (11c)    Male cylinder portion (21)    Female cylinder portion (22)
NOVELTY - The terminal box has a high heat conductive plate (7) placed on a baseplate (1), facing a solar cell panel. A bypass diode (6) is placed on the heat conductive plate such that the heat generated in the diode is transmitted towards a solar cell panel through the heat conductive plate and the baseplate.    USE - For terminal box of solar cell panel installed in roof of house or other buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The heat generated by the bypass diode, is radiated efficiently for preventing thermal runaway, without consuming excess electric power and without altering the external appearance of the terminal box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the terminal box of solar cell panel.    baseplate (1)    bypass diode (6)    heat conductive plate (7)
NOVELTY - The support structure consists of several lattice shaped aluminum supports (14) with several grooves (18b) on its front surface. The attachment clamp (18a) of the several solar cells comprising the rectangular panels are received in the grooves, when the supports pass through the wall openings.    USE - For attaching dye sensitized solar cell panels to wall, roofs of buildings, houses.    ADVANTAGE - The solar panels are removed easily during repair without need for scaffold and precise positioning of panels on support are ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the attachment of the solar cell and panel support.    solar cells (12)    panel supports (14)    clamps (18a)    grooves (18b)
NOVELTY - A bearing pipe (8) formed smaller than the flow guide pipe is penetrated into the flow guide pipe from the right and left direction while sealing the inner surface. A rotary shaft (4) passing through center of a bearing (6) is implanted into a turning room (1). The turning room is installed into the flow guide pipe consisting of an inflow pipe (2) and a discharge pipe (11).    USE - For cross joint conduit.    ADVANTAGE - Enables converting the pressure fluid energy e.g. water steam, water flow into rotational energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the rotating apparatus of cross joint conduit.    Turning room (1)    Inflow pipe (2)    Rotary shaft (4)    Bearing (6)    Bearing pipe (8)    Discharge pipe (11)
NOVELTY - Electric current is supplied to the body of a user and a flexible exercise device that controls flexible exercise intensity. An impedance detector circuit determines the impedance of user's body. A body weight detector, with a load cell unit, determines the body weight of user and updates body weight stored in a storage section. The control section is connected to storage section.    USE - For health maintenance and management.    ADVANTAGE - Performs flexible exercise based on the detected impedance of living body. Obtains effect of flexible exercise objectively and easily since user utilizes the detected result of impedance of living body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of use condition of a flexible exercise instrument. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Base (2)    Pad (7)    Push plate (10)    Input section (15)    Display section (16)
NOVELTY - A solar cell (71) is each provided at the surface of each rotary blade (34) of a rotor (3). A circuit (72), which has the live portion which charges the electricity produced, the solar cell is provided inside the rotary blade. The circuit and the solar cell are mutually connected electrically.    USE - E.g. toy helicopter.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes flight. Reduces weight of flying object. Decreases loss of voltage drop in between solar cell and circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the rotor in the flying object.    Rotor (3)    Rotary blade (34)    Solar cell (71)    Circuit (72)
NOVELTY - Fitness device comprises an operating panel with a built-in telephone for coupling with a microprocessor for data exchange. The telephone has a base station for receiving telephone signals, a call recorder for recording calls and a receiver.    USE - Used in fitness centers.    ADVANTAGE - A telephone call can be taken whilst still exercising.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: A control unit is arranged in the microprocessor to reduce the speed of the fitness device as soon as a telephone call is received. The display of the device has a mode for receiving the telephone call. The telephone has a call number which displays information about the call.
NOVELTY - The bar has a carrier part (9) whose even outer surface adheres with a photovoltaic module. A groove (17) continues on an outer surface, in the longitudinal direction of the bar. The groove divides the carrier part into two carrier strips which are interrelated at the groove base, where the groove continues centrically so that the strips posses the same width. A vertically support part is attached at the base part of the bar.    USE - Used for mounting of a photovoltaic module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The groove divides the carrier part into two carrier strips which are interrelated at the groove base, and the even outer surface of carrier part adheres with the module, hence the strips are firmly adhered to the photovoltaic module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of carrier strips connected with photovoltaic modules.    Profile bars (1,3)    Photovoltaic module (2)    Base part (5)    Carrier part (9)    Groove (17)
NOVELTY - An interesting boxing exerciser used also as an entertainment appliance is composed of a soft body as the boxing target, several electronic knobs installed to said soft body, and on electronic score device connected to said electronic knobs.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a motion unit including a moving unit (200) installed at one end with a hinge unit, and an up-and-down reciprocating unit (400) connected with other end of the moving unit. The unit (400) reciprocates upward and downward, and makes the moving unit rotate in an angular interval. A driving unit is connected with the reciprocating unit to drive the reciprocating unit to reciprocate upward and downward.    USE - Used by a disable person.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables disabled person to actively move the apparatus. The utilization of motion unit effectively performs an up-and-down motion. The up-and-down reciprocating unit makes the moving unit rotate in the angular interval, thus providing the apparatus capable of having various motion patterns.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a disassembled perspective view of an exercising apparatus.    Moving unit (200)    Hinge unit (230)    Driving unit (300)    Up-and-down reciprocating unit (400)
NOVELTY - A list of health promoting measures and incentives is established. An appropriate incentive to be issued to a member is assessed based on the member's compliance in performing the health promoting measures.    USE - For giving incentives to a member to perform health promoting measures.    ADVANTAGE - Enables reliably encouraging an individual to perform health-promoting measures. Promotes behavioral modification by providing tangible and intangible incentive products upon individual compliance in performing health-promoting measures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a system for encouraging member performance of health promoting measures; and    (B) a computer readable medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the steps of evaluating an incentive to be provided based on member performance of health promoting measures.
NOVELTY - The method involves designating a tempo of audio track based on body motion, heart rate of the user. The tempo of one or more audio tracks to be output, is adjusted to match the designated tempo by the music manager.    USE - In handheld computing device such as handheld media player (claimed), MP3 music player, game player, video player, cellular phone, personal digital assistant (PDA) for outputting music to motivate, speed and drive the intensity of workout, especially during exercising on treadmills, stair climbers, rowing machines, punching bags.    ADVANTAGE - The user is motivated to effectively change the intensity and speed of workout due to the efficient operation of the music player.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) computer-readable medium storing program for managing music;    (2) handheld media player;    (3) data transfer method between host device and portable media device;    (4) operational method for handheld music player; and    (5) portable media device capable of playing music.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining operational steps involved in music output management in music player.
NOVELTY - Water conveyance structure comprises composite reinforced concrete pipeline located at prepared base and provided with enclosing structure with covering forming cavity above prepared base. Pipeline is located inside the cavity. The water conveyance structure is provided with air heating means to heat air inside the cavity in cold period up to temperature exceeding 0degreesC. In the case of composite reinforced concrete pipelines usage the pipelines are located one near another and the enclosing structure covering defines cavity for all pipelines receiving. The covering may be at least partly formed of translucent material.    USE - Hydraulic engineering, particularly water conveyance structures of hydroelectric power plants and hydroelectric pumped storage power plants.    ADVANTAGE - Increased control reliability and structure life, reduced maintenance costs.4 cl, 2 ex, 4 dwg
NOVELTY - A wiring structure for a frame of photovoltaic module and an assembly method thereof are provided to obtain a hermetical jointing between module frames and a simple cable connection by forming a module frame that electrical polarities between wires are coincided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A current collector box(40) is fixed on a top of a base panel(11). A plurality of fixed terminals(42,43) are connected with a plurality of cell output terminals(15) taken out through a cell connection opening(41) perforated at the current collector box. A plurality of output terminals(50,60) are bolted with the fixed terminal. An input socket(21) or an input plug(31) are formed at one side of a plurality of wires(20,30) in order to be connected electrically with the output terminals. An output socket(22,32) or an output plug(23,33) are formed at the other side thereof branched from the one side of the wires. A plurality of connection terminals(70) is secured to a connection hole of a module frame(13) by a screw-type jointing for a electrical connection with the wires. The connection terminals, the wires, the fixed terminals are connected integrally with the module frame in a plug-socket type. A electrical connection between module frames is formed according to a face contact therebetween.
NOVELTY - Series-connected solar cell sub-modules (2) are covered by a reverse side protection layer (122), insulating sealing agents (123,124) and a surface protection material (121). A thin metal/plastic board having a flat plate shape, which is not folded, is used as the reverse side protection layer.    USE - Installed in roof e.g. flat roof, folding-panel roof, tiled roof of buildings for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Installation of the solar cell module is enabled reliably and easily even on curved surfaces. Improved external appearance is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module installation structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the solar cell module.    solar cell sub-module (2)    surface protection material (121)    reverse side protection layer (122)    sealing agents (123,124)
NOVELTY - The top edge portion of a riser tubular body (11) is connected at the bottom end of a tower pump body at same rotation axis. The riser tubular body is mounted to a rotation empennage body (10). The periphery and the casing of a pump impeller forms a perimeter like discharge opening in the lower portion.    USE - For use in sea to pump lower layer water in deep water area.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces resistance of the riser tubular body while suppressing inclination of the windmill pump apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a windmill pump artificial fishing ground;    (B) and a marine organism production method    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the windmill pump floating fish reef.    Rotation empennage body (10)    Riser tubular body (11)    Soft face material (34)    Floating body (35)    Rope (36)
NOVELTY - A static rope (5), formed of an outer braided mantle and an inner core, is bent at one end to form a loop (6). A seam (9) stitches together the long part (7) and short part (8) of the loop and structured to have an overall breaking strength between 70 and 90 percent of that of an un-looped rope. The pitch number of the core amounts to 5 times of the core diameter.    USE - For use in rigging boat sail to boom or mast construction.    ADVANTAGE - Forms loop in manner from that formed by knotting or splicing. Provides high, predictable tensile strength that is minimal in variation compared to different kinds of ropes. Is suitable for industrial mass production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a mast or boom construction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a diagrammatic view of a rope.    Static rope (5)    Loop (6)    Long part (7)    Short part (8)    Seam (9)