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| 20080196762 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE ACCURATE DELIVERY OF FLOW MATERIALS - Pumps and flow regulators provide relatively constant and known flow volume over time while maintaining isolation of the flow material. The pumps of the present disclosure provide real time monitoring of the volume of flow material delivered over time, and provides for adjustment of the pump or flow regulators to modulate the flow rate. Thus, flow may be substantially modeled to a desired flow profile with real time adjustments of the flow rates. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080202586 | Automatic wireless liquid/water level controller - The “Automatic, Wireless Liquid/Water Level Controller”, hereafter called “Automatic Wireless Liquid Level Controller” or “Automatic Wireless Water Level Controller” or “Automatic Wireless Water Controller”, works on the principle of wireless communication and control for monitoring and controlling the liquid level in one or more storage tanks (or similar storage units) and automatic pumping of liquid (such as water, etc.), for refilling such storage tank(s), when the liquid level in these storage tank(s) hits set lower threshold level. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20080202587 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO SUPPLY CHEMICAL DURING SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE FABRICATION - Disclosed are a system and method for supplying chemical during a semiconductor device fabrication process. The system includes a tank to store the chemical, a dispensing unit to hold the chemical, a refill line connected between the tank and the dispensing unit to supply the chemical from the tank to the chemical liquid dispensing unit, and a dispensing line connected between the chemical dispensing unit and a semiconductor substrate to supply the chemical from the chemical dispensing unit to the semiconductor substrate. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20080210305 | Liquified Natural Gas Sump For a Gravity Based Structure - A liquefied natural gas (LNG) sump is provided for a gravity based structure (GBS). The sump includes a sump containment structure having a predetermined volume and floor surface area. The volume and floor surface area are selected in order to allow spilled LNG contained within the sump containment structure to vaporize at a predetermined, safe rate. A trough is provided for collecting spilled LNG on the GBS, such as at the processing area and on a jetty, and delivering the spilled LNG to the sump containment structure. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080251127 | Reflux divider for a column having portions for the transfer of material arranged in parallel - The reflux divider for a separation column has portions for the transfer of material arranged in parallel which are mutually bounded by a vertical dividing wall and which include members for the controlled dividing of a liquid to be treated. A reflux divider feeds part flows to the respective portions employing connection lines that are feed from a common container. A restrictor valve is used in one connection line to control the flow based on signals from a pair of flow meters. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080257410 | FLUID FLOW CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING CAPILLARY FLUID FLOW RESTRICTOR - A fluid flow rate control system and method comprises a capillary tube having a proximal end that projects into a chamber with a cross-sectional area that is larger than or equal to the fluid supply tube's cross-sectional area. The inner cross-sectional area of the capillary tube is configured less than the inner cross-sectional area of the chamber. The chamber has a volume large enough to slow the fluid conducted to it by the upstream fluid line to permit contaminants to fall out of solution. In another aspect, a sleeve is used to mount the capillary tube into the chamber. The sleeve provides a mounting surface for tube segments from the pump and downstream of the capillary restrictor. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080283123 | Pressure Controlled Gas Storage - A gas storage tank ( | 11-20-2008 |
| 20080302420 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TIRE INFLATION - An apparatus and method for simply and inexpensively positioning mounted automobile and truck tires for effective setting of a bead, with subsequent inflation in an efficient manner. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus is a wheel-like structure with an outer rim in the shape of a polygon, such as a circle, octagon, hexagon, or square. The outer rim supports a plurality of mounting brackets adapted to hold tires for inflation. The tires are not in the same horizontal plane as the outer rim. Tires that have been mounted on wheel rims are placed on the mounting brackets, a bead is set by a blast of air, and an air inflation hose is connected to the tire. The wheel rotates, so that additional tires can be placed on subsequent mounting brackets, resulting in a series of tires being inflated continuously and simultaneously. When a tire is completely inflated, the hose is disconnected and the tire removed from the device for storage, shipping or further handling. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20080302421 | PERMEABLE GAS ASSEMBLY FOR GAS DELIVERY - A valve assembly for controlling gas delivery from a higher pressure fluid source to a lower pressure processing tool. The valve assembly includes a valve poppet movingly engageable with a valve seating member and a fluid permeable insert positioned between the valve poppet and the valve seating member that is unexposed to flowing fluid when the valve poppet is in a closed position thereby preventing fluid flow through the valve assembly and providing a diffusional path for transfer of all flowing fluid when the valve poppet is in an open position. The permeable insert can be inserted into the sealable and engageable surface of either the valve seat member or the valve poppet. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20090020160 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTING CHEMICAL LIQUIDS - The invention relates to a system for distributing chemical products in a factory producing flat screen semi-conductors or light-emitting diodes comprising means for storing said liquid products and means for the distribution and use thereof, wherein the liquid products are distributable from the storage means to the usage means by means of the distribution means. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090020161 | Quad-redundant Hydraulic Trip System - A voting solenoid system and method is configured to selectively apply fluid pressure above and below a threshold value, to a fluid node. The voting solenoid arrangement includes first and second solenoid valve pairs, each pair including first and second solenoid valves. The valve pairs are located in parallel fluid communication with a fluid pressure source, each of the first and second solenoid valves being alternately actuatable between energized and de-energized states. The solenoid arrangement is configured so that a change of state of the first and second valves of either of the valve pairs alternately applies fluid pressure above and below the threshold value, to the fluid node. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090025794 | ULTRA LOW VOLUME FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM USING A CENTRIFUGAL RADIAL COMPRESSOR AND METHOD THEREOF - A fluid delivery system and method is disclosed for the application of fluids to a region using a centrifugal radial compressor. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090032110 | FLOW-THROUGH SANDWICH CORE STRUCTURE AND METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SAME - Methods and apparatus for transmitting a fluid through the core of a metal sandwich structure. Improved metal sandwich sheet structures include a formed metal core that is brazed, welded, or bonded to two outer flat metal sheets at a series of interleaving surface regions. The inventor has recognized that fluids (e.g., liquid and/or gaseous substances) can be transmitted through the cavities of these structures in order to accomplish thermal conduction or as a means of servicing particular regions of a building, vehicle, device, or other work of construction. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090032111 | FLUID MIXING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A fluid mixing device is described that is suitable for use in an analyte detection system. For example, intersecting fluid passageways having flow cross-sections are described. One or more of the fluid passageways can have one or more fluid mixing chambers, and the fluid mixing chamber(s) can have a wider cross-section than other portions of the fluid passageways. A mixing fluid can be introduced into a flow of main fluid at an intersection between fluid passageways, and fluid flow can be regulated by flow regulating devices or valves that are operatively associated with the fluid passageways. A controller can control fluid movement, for example, by controlling the valves. Fluid mixing can be facilitated by disruption of laminar flow. Turbulent flow can be introduced by the shape or width or position of fluid mixing chamber(s). | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090038684 | Pulsation Attenuation - A system, apparatus, and method for attenuating pulsations in a pumping system. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090038685 | FLUID DELIVERY DEVICE - A fluid heating and dispensing device and method of using the device, is provided. The device has a first reservoir, a second reservoir, a pump device, a heating device, and a delivery device. The first reservoir is in thermal communication with the heating device, the second reservoir is in substantial thermal isolation from the heating device, the first reservoir is substantially smaller than the second reservoir and the pump device selectively causes fluid to flow between the reservoirs and to the atmosphere. The device can have a removable supply container for refilling. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090044865 | METERING MIXING FAUCET - A faucet includes a body with a first fluid inlet, a second fluid inlet, an outlet and a neck portion with a central cavity defined therein, a mixing chamber positioned within the central cavity of the neck portion of the body, a timing mechanism coupled to the mixing chamber and an operating handle coupled to the timing mechanism that is movable along a longitudinal axis from a closed position to an open position. The mixing chamber is rotatable about the longitudinal axis and includes a first inlet port and a second inlet port in fluid communication with the first and second fluid inlets of the body, respectively, and an outlet port in fluid communication with the outlet of the body. The operating handle is rotated about the longitudinal axis to determine a fluid temperature and pressed down along the longitudinal axis to the open position, thereby causing fluid flow through the outlet of the body and, upon release of the operating handle, the timing mechanism causes the operating handle to return to the closed position after a predetermined period of time, thereby stopping fluid flow through the outlet of the body. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090065061 | Flow Restrictor Cartridge for Fluid Flow Measurements - A flow restrictor member having a means for conditioning the flow of fluids through a circular aperture, a means for positioning the flow restrictor member within a path for fluid flow, a means for aligning the flow restrictor member within the path for fluid flow, a means for sealing the flow restrictor member within the path for fluid flow, and a means for communicating information related to the flow restrictor member while the flow restrictor member is positioned, aligned, and sealed. In a specific example, a two-faced flange is integrally disposed on a torus-wedge flow restriction, forming hubs that are receivable by a flow path disposed in a pair of receiving flanges. | 03-12-2009 |
| 20090065062 | Water Main System with Monitoring of Addition of Branches, System and Method Therefor - The present invention relates to a system for reusing water, comprising: —a mains system which comprises at least one conduit for transporting water and monitoring means adapted to measure changes in an electrical parameter of the conduit; —a storage tank for storing supplied water; —a water discharge for discharging stored water to a water-consuming unit; and—a control system adapted to control the supply of water to and the discharge of water from the storage tank subject to the changes in the parameter measured by the monitoring means. The present invention also relates to a mains system applied in such a system, and to a method for monitoring such a system or water mains system. | 03-12-2009 |
| 20090065063 | HOSE REEL ASSEMBLY - A reel assembly comprises a drum configured to rotate about a drum axis. The drum is configured to receive a linear material wrapped around a spool surface thereof as the drum rotates about the drum axis. A housing substantially encloses the drum, wherein a portion of the housing defines an aperture configured to receive the linear material therethrough. A reciprocating mechanism connects to the drum and reciprocatingly rotates the drum relative to the shell about a generally vertical axis as the drum rotates about the drum axis. | 03-12-2009 |
| 20090078319 | Method for providing fresh spring water to occupants of a facility directly from a sealable collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container centrally located in the facility - A method for providing fresh spring water to occupants of a facility directly from a sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container centrally located in the facility. The method includes the steps of: fabricating the sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container; installing the sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container to be centrally located in the facility; delivering the fresh spring water from a source of supply in a sealed container in a truck to the sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container through a sanitary pipe; entering the fresh spring water from the truck into the sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container; and accessing the fresh spring water by the occupants of the facility directly from the sealable, collapsible, insulated, and sanitary container. | 03-26-2009 |
| 20090090414 | VALVE - A valve includes a generally cylindrical housing including first and second end portions that are offset from each other along a longitudinal axis of the generally cylindrical housing. First and second inlet ports are arranged on one of said first or second end portions, and at least one outlet port is arranged on one of said first or second end portions. A disk is disposed in the generally cylindrical housing and is configured to independently control both mixing and flow rate of fluid flowing into at least one of the first and second inlet ports. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090095350 | ACTUATOR FOR AN AIR INTAKE VALVE - An example valve for controlling airflow to an engine includes an actuator with an actuator arm that moves between extended and retracted positions, and a valve housing defining an airflow passage extending between a first housing opening and a second housing opening. The airflow passage has an axis X. The example valve also includes at least one finger within the valve housing. Movement of the actuator arm causes radial movement of the finger relative to the axis X, and the finger moves between a position that provides a restricted flow of air through the airflow passage, and a position that provides a greater flow of air through the airflow passage. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090101211 | Mixing device with valve disks - The invention relates to a mixing device for mixing substances with a valve control disk and a fixed valve seat disk having at least two groups of openings each of which consists of at least three through openings. A first opening is an inlet for a substance, a second opening connects to a mixing path and a third opening bridges the mixing path. The valve control disk has a first and second recess and is arranged parallel to the valve seat disk and a flow is realized via the first recess between the first and second opening and via the second recess between the first and third opening. The first opening is superimposed by the first and second recesses and a superimposed surface area remains constant. The total superimposed surfaces of the first openings by the first recesses and by the second recesses are also constant. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090107553 | HIGHLY ABRASION-RESISTANT TERIONOMER PIPE - A pipe or tube article is disclosed that comprises an innermost layer having a thickness of about 0.001 to about 102 mm (0.00004 to 4 inches) comprising a polymeric composition comprising a terionomer composition made from a parent acid terpolymer composition made from an α-olefin having 2 to 10 carbons; about 12 to about 60 wt % of an α,β-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid ester; and about 5 to about 25 wt % of an α,β-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 8 carbons (based on the total weight of the parent acid terpolymer); wherein about 5 to about 90% of the carboxylic acids are neutralized with a metal ion to provide long lifetime, highly abrasion-resistant pipes for mining and other transportation uses. Methods for preparing the article and transporting abrasive materials through the article are also described. | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090114284 | Detecting of faults in a valve system and a fault tolerant control - In a method for controlling a valve system controlling an actuator, the first direction of motion of the actuator is controlled solely by the first and the second valve series; or, its second direction of motion is controlled solely by the third and the fourth valve series; and an error caused by a fault situation in the control of the actuator is compensated for by using, for the control of the first direction of motion, also the third valve series, the fourth valve series, or both of them; or, an error in the control of the actuator caused by a fault situation is compensated for by using, for the control of the second direction of motion, also the first valve series, the second valve series, or both of them. In the method, for searching for faults in the valve system controlling the actuator, the pressure of the inlet port of the valve system, the pressure of the first working port, and the pressure of the outlet port are determined; one or more valves of the first valve series and one or more valves of the second valve series are opened; the measured pressure of the first working port is compared with a situation corresponding to a system operating correctly; and on the basis of the comparison it is concluded whether the single valve is faulty or not. | 05-07-2009 |
| 20090120502 | Living Water System Pad and Method for Its Use - A pad circulation system, comprising a pad, tubing that is operationally configured to affix to said pad, at least one container, wherein each container is operationally configured to hold water or other liquid, a pump, said pump capable of circulating said water or other liquid throughout said tubing. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090120503 | VALVE FOR CONTROLLING THE FLOW OF STEAM AND OTHER FLUIDS - Systems (e.g., bioprocessing systems), including methods and apparatus, for controlling the flow of a sterilizing agent (e.g., steam) and/or at least one fluid reagent by utilizing a pressure-responsive valve, such as a rupture valve and/or a swing valve. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090133754 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR USING RAIN WATER IN BUILDINGS - The present invention provides a method, apparatus, and system to conserve resources, particularly rain water, by providing for water storage within building walls and other structural components. The building water storage allows reuse of water at that location that in the past has generally flowed to storm drains as runoff. Besides allowing reuse, another advantageous effect is that the structure may become a well insulated unit. | 05-28-2009 |
| 20090139575 | Method and system for supplying water to cooling towers - The present invention relates to a method and a system for controlling the circulation of water films on the exchange walls of an exchange surface of a cooling tower. It comprises combining a tank and a dispenser lip to ensure that the film has a specific thickness and that it adheres to the exchange wall right from the moment it starts to flow and repeatedly so, on each exchange wall. The exchange walls between air and water are horizontally sloping at a small angle, thereby ensuring that the water flows by force of gravity and, at the same time, limiting the speed increase on the plate to avoid the droplets from being pulled away by the airflow. The water films are recovered in recovery troughs perpendicular to the flow of the water films on the plates. These troughs are tilted horizontally, and enable the recovery of the water films without being crossed by the air flows. The air is blown in by nozzles which are interposed between the water flow plates in such a way that the airflow is in a counter-current flow or, if necessary, in a cross-current flow, relative to the water films thus enabling the evaporation of the water that cools the water flow on the exchange plates without forming liquid aerosols. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090145484 | GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM, SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS AND GAS SUPPLY METHOD - A gas supply system for supplying a gas into a processing chamber for processing a substrate to be processed includes: a processing gas supply unit; a processing gas supply line; a first and a second processing gas branch line; a branch flow control unit; an additional gas supply unit; an additional gas supply line; a first and a second additional gas branch line; a flow path switching unit; and a control unit. Before processing the substrate to be processed, the control unit performs a pressure ratio control on the branch flow control unit while the processing gas supply unit supplies the processing gas. After the inner pressures of the first and the second processing gas branch line become stable, the control unit switches the pressure ratio control to a fixed pressure control, and then the additional gas supply unit supplies the additional gas. | 06-11-2009 |
| 20090151789 | HEAT DISSIPATION - A method and apparatus are disclosed for dissipating heat from a region of flexible pipe covered by a bend stiffener. The method includes the steps of, via at least one channel in an outer surface around a flexible pipe, providing a flow path for water to flow from a region of the flexible pipe covered by a bend stiffener to an uncovered region of the flexible pipe. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090151790 | ELECTRO-MAGNETIC MULTI CHOKE POSITION VALVE - An electromagnetic valving system includes a manifold having one or more flow passages therein; a sleeve disposed relative to the manifold so that movement of the sleeve inhibits or allows fluid flow relative to the manifold; and an electromagnet positioned relative to the sleeve such that a magnetic field generated by the at least one electromagnet produces a motive force in the sleeve and method. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090151791 | Method of Constructing a Secondary Containment Area - The method of the present invention results in a secondary containment area for above ground storage tanks. The method involves leveling the site, laying a foundation bed, building a retaining barrier around the site, covering the foundation bed and retaining barrier with a liner cloth, and applying a layer of polyurea to the liner cloth and retaining barrier. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090173386 | Water alteration structure applications and methods - A method is generally described which includes environmental alteration. The method includes determining a placement of at least one vessel capable of moving water to lower depths in the water via wave induced downwelling. The method also includes placing the at least one vessel in the determined placement. Further, the method includes generating movement of the water adjacent the surface of the water in response to the placing. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20090173387 | PIEZOELECTRIC ACTUATOR WITH A GIMBALLED VALVE - A gimballed valve for a flow control valve operates as a sealing member for an adjustable nozzle and is coupled to a piezoelectric actuator having stacked piezoelectric members that are toroidally shaped. The gimballed valve includes at least two support rings and a center closure member. In one embodiment only an outermost support is in contact with at least one member of the piezoelectric actuator. The support rings may be concentrically arranged and coupled together with flexure members. The center closure member operates to seal against an orifice in the adjustable nozzle and may deflect upon contact with the adjustable nozzle to account for misalignment issues that may arise during machining and/or assembly of the flow control valve. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20090173388 | WATER FLOW SHIELD - A deflector for a shower to direct a flow of water from a shower away from a body, while for example a temperature setting of such water is adjusting. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20090194168 | VALVE - A re-closable valve ( | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090211641 | DISTRIBUTION VALVE AND METHOD - An improved distribution valve is provided that distributes water from a swimming pool pump to cleaning heads located along the inner surface of a swimming pool. The distribution valve includes a housing having a fluid inlet and a plurality of fluid outlet ports. The housing includes a lower section and a removable upper section. A gear reduction assembly located in the housing includes a gear reduction mechanism and impeller located near the inlet port and connected to a rotary input shaft of the gear reduction mechanism. A cam device engages a rotary output shaft of the gear reduction mechanism so as to rotate the cam device in response to rotation of the impeller. The cam device rotates under a pliable annular disc on the rotary output shaft and lifts and lowers portions of the annular disc to sequentially open and close fluid paths through the fluid outlet ports. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211642 | Monitoring apparatus - A monitoring apparatus is disclosed for monitoring time by a color change indicator, comprising an observable fluid, a first reservoir holding at least a portion of the observable fluid, and a second reservoir abutting the first reservoir. The first reservoir is responsive to pressure on it such that a portion of the observable fluid flows into the second reservoir. The second reservoir is responsive to a lack of pressure in the first reservoir such that a portion of the observable fluid in the second reservoir reverses flow back into the first reservoir once the first reservoir is not under pressure. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211643 | THREE DIMENSIONAL MICRO-FLUIDIC PUMPS AND VALVES - A system is disclosed for the control of fluid flow in a micro-fluidic system, the system having: a substrate; at least one micro-fluidic channel having disposed in a microchannel layer atop the substrate; a conformable layer disposed on the micro-fluidic layer; a receiving cavity disposed within the at least one micro-fluidic channel; at least one occluding member disposed within the conformable layer, and configured to be received by the receiving cavity so as to occlude the micro-fluidic channel when depressed by an actuator. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090217981 | FLUID HANDLING DEVICE WITH DIRECTIONALLY-BIASED WETTING SURFACE - A fluid handling device with an anisotropic wetting surface including a substrate with a multiplicity of asymmetric substantially uniformly shaped asperities thereon. Each asperity has a first asperity rise angle and a second asperity rise angle relative to the substrate. The asperities are structured to present a desired retentive force ratio (f | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090235989 | Automatic flush actuation apparatus - An automatic flush actuation apparatus, which is incorporated with a flushing system having a water inlet, a water outlet, and a water chamber communicating therebetween, that includes a valve member being moved by a flush lever for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing from the water inlet to the water outlet, and a sensor-operated powering assembly including a relief valve provided at the valve member for controlling the water flowing to the water outlet and an actuator arranged in such a manner that while sensing a presence of a user of the flushing system, the actuator is driven to move the relief valve to an opened position for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing to said water outlet. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090260690 | Packaged Bottle Beverage Having An Ingredient Release Closure With Improved Additive Release And Method And Apparatus Thereof - A packaged bottled beverage has a base component of the beverage in a container under vacuum separate from an additive in a sealed compartment of an ingredient release closure. Upon opening the sealed compartment, suction is created forcing the additive to quickly and thoroughly exit the ingredient release closure, a region of relatively higher pressure, and flow into the base component in the container, a region of relatively lower pressure. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20090266420 | Mixing system and mixing method for medical purposes - A system and a method for making an injectable mixture using at least one first pulverulent component and a second liquid component with a first piston/cylinder arrangement with a cylinder with an axial extension and a piston, wherein the cylinder includes a measured amount of the pulverulent component, a separate reservoir including a corresponding measured amount of the liquid component, and a transfer device for sealed transfer of said amount of the liquid component to the cylinder for subsequent mixing and injection of the completed mixture. The first piston/cylinder arrangement is an injection syringe. A mixing element being manoeuvrable by a user is positioned inside the cylinder. At least one gas transferring channel means leading to the cylinder is arranged at the cylinder. Engagement means are arranged for connecting the first injection syringe to the separate reservoir during transfer of the liquid component. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090266421 | FLOW CONTROL IN MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS - Microfluidic systems and methods including those that provide control of fluid flow are provided. Such systems and methods can be used, for example, to control pressure-driven flow based on the influence of channel geometry and the viscosity of one or more fluids inside the system. One method includes flowing a plug of a low viscosity fluid and a plug of a high viscosity fluid in a channel including a flow constriction region and a non-constriction region. In one embodiment, the low viscosity fluid flows at a first flow rate in the channel and the flow rate is not substantially affected by the flow constriction region. When the high viscosity fluid flows from the non-constriction region to the flow constriction region, the flow rates of the fluids decrease substantially, since the flow rates, in some systems, are influenced by the highest viscosity fluid flowing in the smallest cross-sectional area of the system (e.g., the flow constriction region). This causes the fluids to flow at the same flow rate at which the high viscosity fluid flows in the flow constriction region. Accordingly, by designing microfluidic systems with flow constriction regions positioned at particular locations and by choosing appropriate viscosities of fluids, a fluid can be made to speed up or slow down at different locations within the system without the use of valves and/or without external control. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090277505 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING DRAINAGE OF WASH WATER REMAINING IN WASHING MACHINE - Disclosed herein is a method of controlling drainage of wash water remaining in a washing machine. The method includes draining wash water from a tub to an outside of the washing machine, supplying wash water into the washing machine after the draining wash water, and re-draining the wash water to the outside of the washing machine after the supplying wash water. | 11-12-2009 |
| 20090277506 | IRRIGATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An irrigation system includes a control arrangement which receives field information relating to an area to be irrigated and source information relating to one or more water sources which supply water to the irrigation system. The control arrangement optimizes an irrigation plan based on the field information and source information and then controls one or more irrigators in accordance with the plan. The control arrangement may pulse valves positioned on the irrigator on and off in order to control the amount of water applied to the land by individual outlets on the irrigator. Latching valves may be used. | 11-12-2009 |
| 20090283146 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DETECTING THE FROTHING ABILITY OF A FLUID - The present invention provides a device ( | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090283147 | Automate fluid flow control system - An automate fluid flow control system includes a valve member for being sealedly disposed within a fluid chamber to seal a flow of fluid flowing from a fluid inlet to a fluid outlet, a relief valve having a fluid passage extended along the valve member for communicating the fluid chamber with the fluid outlet and including a valve stopper sitting on a top opening of the fluid passage to sealedly close the fluid passage, and a powering assembly including an actuator to move the relief valve between a closed position that the valve stopper is sealedly retained to close the fluid passage and an opened position that the actuator drives the valve stopper to unseal the fluid passage for releasing a pressure within the water chamber to allow the fluid passing to the fluid outlet. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090288710 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR SAMPLING FLOWABLE MATERIALS - The present invention concern a method for sampling and mixing different flowable material materials from a plurality of wells in arbitrary order. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090288711 | Microjet creation and control of shock waves - A method of using one or more microjets to create and/or control oblique shock waves. The introduction of microjet flow into a supersonic stream creates an oblique shock wave. This wave can be strengthened—by increasing microjet flow rate or the use of many microjets in an array—in order to form an oblique shock. Such an oblique shock can be used to decelerate flow in a jet aircraft engine inlet in a controlled fashion, thus increasing pressure recovery and engine efficiency while reducing flow instability. Adjusting the pressure ratio across the microjet actually alters the angle of the oblique shock. Thus, the use of microjets allows decelerating shock waves in an inlet engine to be properly positioned and controlled. Microjet arrays can also be used to ameliorate shock waves created by external aircraft surfaces, such as sensor pods and weapons. Microjets placed forward of any external protuberance can convert a single substantial shock wave into a series of much milder waves which will not produce unwanted external effects, such as strong sonic booms. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090288712 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE WATER SUPPLY IN A SANITARY INSTALLATION - A method and a computer program product controls the water supply in a sanitary installation having a cold water supply line and a hot water supply line, a valve battery, which is connected to a power supply, and a sensor unit connected to the power supply. At least one trigger means outputs an action signal to an electronic controller when activated by a user by tapping on the trigger means that is embodied as a switch or by at least partially penetrating into the detection area of a trigger means that is embodied as a proximity sensor. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090293957 | Subsea Electric Actuator Using Linear Motor - An actuator for use with valves in a subsea wellhead assembly. The actuator includes a shaft with an alternating polarity along its length and windings spaced around the shaft that create a magnetic field around the shaft. The shaft is connectable to a valve stem so that flowing current through the windings creates a magnetic field for linearly moving the shaft and operating the valve. A fail safe mechanism can be included that pushes the shaft back to its original position thereby also moving the valve into its original, or fail safe, position. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090320925 | ROTOR ELEMENT FOR A SHEAR VALVE WITH SUBTERRANEAN PASSAGE AND METHOD - A shear valve assembly that includes a stator element having a body, a stator face and at least a first stator passage and a second stator passage extending through the stator body. The first passage and the second passage terminate at the stator face at a respective first stator port and a respective second stator port. The valve further includes a rotor element that defines a rotor face configured for fluid-tight contact against the stator face at a rotor/stator interface. The rotor face defines a first rotor port and a spaced second rotor port, and a rotor body thereof defines a first subterranean passage extending fully beneath the plane of the rotor face. One end of the subterranean passage terminates at the first rotor port at the rotor face surface, while an opposite end thereof terminates at the second rotor port at the rotor face. The rotor face and the stator face is rotatable about a rotation axis relative one another between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the first subterranean passage fluidly couples the first stator port and the second stator port with the first rotor port and the second rotor port, enabling fluid flow between the first stator passage, through the first subterranean passage, and the second stator passage. In the second position, the first subterranean passage is fluidly decoupled from at least one of the first stator port and the second stator port, preventing flow therethrough. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20090320926 | TANK VENTILATION DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED OPERATING METHOD - The present invention relates to a tank ventilation device ( | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100006155 | FLUSH ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD THEREFOR - A flush actuator assembly is adapted to fit existing valve bodies. The flush actuator assembly includes a plunger rod which is capable of displacing the relief valve post more or less to adjust the flow of water through the flush valve during a single flush. The relief valve post may be displaced different amounts by adjusting the actuator assembly such that the plunger rod contacts the relief valve post at different locations along the central longitudinal axis of the post. Additionally, the relief valve post may be displaced different amounts by providing a plunger rod that has a different range of travel. A method associated with displacing the relief valve post varying amounts is also disclosed. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100006156 | Apparatus and Method for Filling a Medical Instrument with a Radioactive Substance - An apparatus for filling a medical instrument with a radioactive substance, said apparatus including a housing designed to receive a syringe and at least part of a medical instrument and to shield against radioactive radiation, further including a means to take up a receptacle for a radioactive substance. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100006157 | Combination Cap and Plug Assembly - A combination cap and plug assembly. A cap portion of the assembly is used to stop flow of material through a male coupling, and a plug portion is used to stop flow of material through a female coupling. The combination cap and plug assembly includes a tether that allows the assembly to be coupled to hose or tubing that is connected to the male and female coupling. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100012192 | ACTIVE VALVE AND METHODS OF OPERATION THEREOF - A valve including a linear positioning component operatively connected to a valve body and an actuating element. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100012193 | WATER CONTAINER CAP FOR HOLDING ADDITIVES TO WATER - A supplement dispensing closure couplable to an outlet of a container, such as a water container. When the closure is coupled to the container, liquid exiting the container through the outlet flows through a supplement retention area that retains a dissolvable supplement body inside the closure as the liquid flows therethrough and dissolves the dissolvable supplement body. A user may select one or more dissolvable supplement bodies and insert them inside the supplement retention area for dissolution in the liquid as it flows through the supplement retention area. The closure may include a selectively openable and closable cap portion. Optionally, the closure includes a filter configured to filter one or more components from the liquid before or after it flows through the supplement retention area. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100012194 | MULTI-MODE HANDS FREE AUTOMATIC FAUCET - A hands-free faucet comprises a proximity sensor, a logical control, a handle, a spout, and a touch control operably coupled to at least one of the spout and the handle. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100012195 | MICROVALVE DEVICE WITH PILOT OPERATED SPOOL VALVE AND PILOT MICROVALVE - The microvalve device includes a pilot microvalve and a pilot operated spool valve. The pilot microvalve includes a pilot input orifice; a pilot output orifice, at least one of the pilot input orifice and the pilot output orifice having a cross-section flow area that changes as the pilot microvalve is actuated; and a passageway providing fluid communication between the pilot input orifice and the pilot output orifice. The pilot operated spool valve includes a spool having a surface in fluid communication with the passageway; a spool input port; and a spool output port, at least one of the spool input port and the spool output port having a cross-section flow area that changes as the spool is actuated. The spool valve is operable by the pilot microvalve such that a ratio of the cross-sectional flow area of the spool input port to the spool output port will substantially equal to a ratio of the cross-sectional flow area of the pilot input orifice to the pilot output orifice. The spool valve may be a microvalve or a standard size valve. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100012196 | Actomatic flush actuation apparatus - An automatic flush actuation apparatus, which is incorporated with a flushing system having a water inlet, a water outlet, and a water chamber communicating therebetween, that includes a valve member being moved by a flush lever for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing from the water inlet to the water outlet, and a sensor-operated powering assembly including a relief valve provided at the valve member for controlling the water flowing to the water outlet and an actuator arranged in such a manner that while sensing a presence of a user of the flushing system, the actuator is driven to move the relief valve to an opened position for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing to said water outlet. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100018582 | Anti-Back-Streaming Carburetor Valve - A valve for sealing a carburetor inlet of a first diameter, includes a valve element having a curved surface for sealing the inlet opening, and a through hole of substantially the first diameter extending through the valve element, and a translation mechanism for rotating the valve element between a first position wherein the curved surface completely seals the opening and a second position wherein the through hole aligns with the inlet allowing a free flow into the carburetor. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100018583 | DEVICE FOR METERING FLUIDS - The invention relates to a device for metering fluids comprising a solid block provided within said block with a fluid inlet being in fluid communication with a fluid outlet via a channel; a filter assembly being accommodated within said channel; a fluid meter being accommodated within said channel at a position downstream from the filter assembly; a check valve assembly being accommodated within said channel at a position downstream from the fluid meter. It is an object of the invention to provide a metering device as described above with an additional functionality, which will improve the accuracy of the metering device during use. According to the invention the metering device is characterized in that a calibration valve assembly is accommodated within a channel section of said channel between the first outlet and the fluid meter, said calibration valve assembly being operable between a first, ‘normal’ position allowing the passage of fluid from the fluid meter towards the fluid outlet and a second, ‘calibration’ position blocking the passage of fluid from the fluid meter towards the fluid outlet. With this calibration functionality it is possible to set the device in a so called calibration cycle improving the accuracy and functionality of the device. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100024884 | PRESSURE EQUALIZATION SYSTEM FOR A BI-DIRECTIONAL ORIFICE FITTING - A pipeline flow meter orifice fitting includes a first body, a flow bore through the first body, a chamber in the first body adjacent to the flow bore, an orifice plate supported in alignment with the flow bore by an orifice plate carrier, wherein the orifice plate carrier is exposed to the chamber and divides the flow bore into a first region to one side of the orifice plate and a second region to the other side of the orifice plate, a second body coupled to said first body, a first flow path fluidicly coupling the first region and the chamber through the second body, and a second flow path fluidicly coupling the second region and the chamber through the second body. In some embodiments, a three way valve is mounted on the first body, the three way valve selectably actuatable to open a first flow path between the first region and the chamber or a second flow path between the second region and the chamber. | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100024885 | WATER SCAVENGING SYSTEM - A water scavenging system ( | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100024886 | Sizing Solution Delivery Systems for A Sizing Press and Methods for Reducing Sizing Solution Volumes During Operation Therefof - Sizing solution delivery systems for a sizing press and methods for reducing sizing solution volumes generally include a service tank containing an untreated sizing solution (e.g., starch), a standpipe having a volume capacity of less than the service tank, and an auxiliary chemical tank downstream from the service tank and the standpipe. The standpipe is configured to collect overflow fluid from the size press during use. In this configuration, the volumes of overflow solution provided in the loop are shortened, which reduces sizing solution volumes needed during purging for paper grade changes. In addition, time and equilibrium cycles are concomitantly reduced. Also disclosed are methods for reducing the sizing solution volumes and/or increasing sizing efficiency with the sizing solution delivery systems. | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100032019 | High efficiency fluid delivery system - A high efficiency fluid delivery system which is particularly useful in delivering temperature-controlled air in convection heating or cooling apparatuses is described. The fluid delivery system preferably comprises fluid circulation means having an intake opening for the fluid and vanes that assist in increasing fluid velocity and reducing turbulent flow. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100032020 | Method and Apparatus for Injecting a Jet of Fluid with a Variable Direction and/or Opening - The invention relates to an apparatus for injecting at least one jet of fluid, in which the direction and/or opening of at least one of the jets may be variable, comprising means of injecting at least one main fluid jet, means for injecting at least one secondary fluid jet, and means for causing at least one main fluid jet to interact with at least one secondary fluid jet and producing a fluid jet resulting from this interaction whose direction and/or opening are variable; as well as the associated method; and the uses of these. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100032021 | FRACTION COLLECTOR DIVERTER VALVE - A diverter valve assembly includes a standard three-way valve and an upstream two-way valve and a further upstream eluant accumulator. When a new container is required for collection, the two-way valve stops the flow from the source. Since the source flow is continuous, the flow is directed into the accumulator pushing a spring loaded piston. When the new container is in position, the two-way valve opens and eluant flow from the source and the accumulator are directed to the new container. There is no flow to waste during the stoppage of flow. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100037956 | SOLENOID VALVE HAVING A TWO PIECE MOVING VALVE ELEMENT - A system and method for operating a solenoid valve is disclosed. The solenoid valve is operated by moving a first valve element ( | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100037957 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR THE ACTIVATION OF AN ELECTROPNEUMATIC VALVE OF A PRESSURE MEDIUM-ACTUATED POSITION CONTROLLER - A device for activating an electropneumatic valve of a pressure medium-operated position controller, in which the valve is activated by a manipulated variable. To achieve a blocking fail-safe behavior in case of a failure of a pressure medium, the device includes means for detecting the current position of a booster stage downstream of the valve and assigning the manipulated variable based on the detected position, and means for measuring a first variable to be influenced by the position controller. The device includes an evaluation unit configured to determine an expected directional reaction of the first variable to the assigned manipulated variable, compare the expected reaction with the measured reaction, determine a pressure medium failure as a fault situation if the expected reaction does not coincide with the measured reaction, and assign, as a new manipulated variable for the valve, an emergency signal generating a blocking fail-safe behavior of the valve. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100043882 | Microship and method for cell arrangement | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100043883 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED STERILE SAMPLING OF FLUID FROM A VESSEL - An automatic sterile sampling system for sampling fluid includes a steam valve, a sampling valve, a processing system, an isolation valve, and a controller. The inner diameters of the valve ports and fluid lines are less than about 8 mm. The system has tapered transitions between an outlet port of the sampling valve and an inlet port of the isolation valve and between a sample transfer port of the isolation valve and a sample transfer channel. An isolation valve drain outlet port protrudes upwardly from the isolation valve and has a longitudinal axis that is angled less than about 45° with from vertical. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100043884 | METHOD FOR THE TRANSFER OF A FLUID TO A MOVING WEB MATERIAL - The present disclosure provides for a method for transferring fluid. The method provides for the steps of: a) providing a fluid transfer component comprising a first surface, a second surface, a non-random pattern of distinct pores, the pores connecting the first surface and the second surface, the pores being disposed at preselected locations to provide a desired pattern of permeability, b) providing a fluid receiving component comprising a fluid receiving surface, c) motivating a fluid into contact with the first surface and subsequently through the distinct pores to the second surface, d) bringing the second surface and the fluid receiving surface into fluid transfer proximity, e) transferring fluid from the second surface to the fluid receiving surface. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100043885 | Lined Vessels for Conveying Chemicals - The present invention relates to a vessel, in particular a pipe, especially an oil pipe, having a preformed film adhered onto the interior surface of the pipe, the interior surface of the preformed film reducing the deposition of at least one of asphaltenes, paraffin wax, and inorganic scale by at least 40% as compared to the interior surface of said oil pipe without said preformed film being present. In a preferred embodiment, the preformed film is adhered to the interior surface of the pipe with a primer layer with an optional barrier layer between the primer layer and the preformed film. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100043886 | HEATED HUMIDIFIED CHAMBER WITH AUTOFEED MECHANISM - A heated humidifier including an autofeed mechanism disposed within a humidifier chamber. The autofeed mechanism includes a housing, a float, a stem, and a sealing body. The housing defines an inlet, an outlet, a first chamber connected to the inlet, and a second chamber connected to the outlet and the first chamber by a channel. The float moves within the second chamber with the stem projecting therefrom and through the channel. The sealing body is within the first chamber and cooperates with the stem. In an open state, the sealing body is displaced from the channel to permit filling of the humidifier chamber. In a closed state, the sealing body seals the channel to prevent liquid flow to the outlet. A location of the sealing body relative to the channel is controlled by the float as a function of a humidifier chamber liquid level. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100051107 | SHOWER WATER-SAVING DEVICE - A shower water-saving device with dual functionalities: collecting water from a showerhead and watering household or landscape plants. The device can be used to conveniently catch the leading cold or lukewarm water from the shower head, which would otherwise be wasted, while the person taking the shower is waiting for the water with proper temperature to come and, after collecting the shower water, it can then be easily transformed, by attaching a lid (preferably having a spout) to the top opening of the bucket, into a hand-held watering bucket and be used to water household plants or plants in the garden or on the lawns. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100051108 | System and Method for Liquid Silicon Containment - This invention relates to a system and a method for liquid silicon containment, such as during the casting of high purity silicon used in solar cells or solar modules. The containment apparatus includes a shielding member adapted to prevent breaching molten silicon from contacting structural elements or cooling elements of a casting device, and a volume adapted to hold a quantity of breaching molten silicon with the volume formed by a bottom and one or more sides. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100051109 | CO2 dialer and manifold apparatus and system - A system and method for notifying a supplier of gas when a system has changed from a first gas tank to a second gas tank. The system includes a selecting valve, an initiating apparatus, and a calling apparatus. The initiating apparatus is coupled to a selecting valve which is coupled to at least two gas tanks. When the selecting valve moves from the first tank to the second tank the initiating apparatus is activated which initiates the calling apparatus. The calling apparatus notifies a gas supplier or a third party that the user has switched from a first gas tank to a second gas tank allowing the supplier to know when to deliver a replacement gas tank or refill the existing gas tank. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100059120 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE AND METHODS FOR DROPLET GENERATION AND MANIPULATION - Methods and microfluidic devices for generating and manipulating sample droplets, wherein the devices comprise, a plurality of fluid channels, at least one of which is a sample channel for carrying a fluidic sample material, that is in fluid communication with the carrier fluid channel via an orifice; and an actuated flow interrupter adapted to force a predetermined amount of the sample fluid from the sample channel through the orifice into the carrier fluid channel. | 03-11-2010 |
| 20100065124 | Placement of Fluids in Ground by Pulse-Injection - For use when injecting remediation liquid via an injection-well into contaminated groundwater, in the ground. The injection equipment includes a pulse-generator, which has an upstream chamber and a downstream chamber, linked by a pulse-conduit and a bypass conduit. The pulse-conduit includes a pulse-port, which opens and closes cyclically. The pulse-port is formed by the interaction of two apertures, one in the motorised rotor, the other in the stator. The rotor and stator may be formed as two facing plates held slightly apart, or as two cylinders one inside the other. The pulse-generator is located at the ground surface and can be adjusted as to pulse frequency, pulse amplitude, pulse rise-time, and as the the differential pressure between the upstream-chamber and the downstream chamber. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100065125 | VALVE SEAT ASSEMBLY, DOWNHOLE TOOL AND METHODS - A valve assembly ( | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100065126 | Water supply control apparatus and method for use in homes or other structures - A water supply control apparatus for use in homes or other structures is provided that incorporates a radio frequency transmitter and a receiver regulating the open or closed state of an electrical solenoid valve in fluid communication with a structure's water supply. A by-pass switch enabling manual regulation of the solenoid valve is mounted on the valve itself. Also provided is a method of controlling the flow of water supplied to a structure utilizing radio frequency pulse broadcasts to regulate the open or closed state of the solenoid valve. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100065127 | Dispensing Cartridge With Vented Piston - A dispensing cartridge with a vented piston is disclosed. The piston includes a piston shell and a bleed plug. The arrangement of the piston shell and the bleed plug allows air to be vented through the piston until all of the air is vented out of the dispensing cartridge. With the air vented out of the dispensing cartridge, the piston self-into actuates into a closed sealed position in which the bleed plug forms a seal with the piston shell to prevent further fluid from flowing between the two elements. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100071770 | METHOD FOR DIVIDING FLUID STREAMS - One or more fluid streams are uniformly divided into two or more partial fluid streams in chemical apparatuses in a manner such that there is a reduced tendency to form deposits. Division of such stream(s) is achieved by using a distributor device that includes at least one plate having two or more openings which openings are rounded or chamfered on at least one side. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100071771 | High altitude atmospheric injection system and method - A system and method is described generally for affecting atmospheric change. The system and method include providing a high altitude conduit or track. The system and method also include providing a first material through the conduit or via a payload delivery system. Further, the system and method include expelling the first material into the atmosphere at high altitude. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100071772 | METHOD FOR ISOLATING AN APPLIANCE IN A PLUMBING SYSTEM - A fluid isolation valve having a valve body with a first fluid flow port, a second fluid flow port and a fluid drain port with a valve in the fluid drain port. The valve body also defines a fluid flow channel, a drain flow channel and a valve portion, wherein the valve portion is disposed in the valve body to be communicated with the first fluid flow port, the second fluid flow port and the fluid drain port. A flow diversion device is also provided and is disposed within the valve portion. The flow diversion device is configurable between a first configuration and a second configuration, such that when the flow diversion device is in the first configuration the first fluid flow port is communicated with the second fluid flow port. Consequently, when the flow diversion device is in the second configuration the first fluid flow port is communicated with the fluid drain port. The fluid flow can be decrease or stop by use of the valve within the fluid drain port. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100078076 | DEVICE FOR AN INERT GAS INSTALLATION ON A FLOATING VESSEL - A device for an inert gas installation ( | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100078077 | Spacers for Microfluidic Channels - A microfluidic system comprises a microchannel, a carrier fluid in the microchannel, and at least two plugs in the microchannel. Each plug comprises a plug fluid that is substantially immiscible with the carrier fluid. The microfluidic system further comprises at least one spacer in the microchannel between two plugs. Each spacer comprises a spacer fluid that is substantially immiscible with the carrier fluid and the plug fluid, and both of the following conditions are satisfied: (γ | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100084019 | CENTRAL SPOOL VALVE - A spool valve for a camshaft phasing system for an internal combustion engine. The spool valve includes a housing, a check valve, a retention clip, a spring and a hollow spool. The spring and hollow spool are disposed in a bore of the housing. The spring is disposed at least partly in a bore or retention pocket within the hollow spool, and biases between that element and an opposite inner surface of the housing facing the spool bore or retention pocket. The spool valve enables compact operation of a cam phasing system by selectively aligning oil pathways into and out of a camshaft phaser. | 04-08-2010 |
| 20100089454 | REMOVABLE AUTOMATIC INSERTION DEVICE WITH SEGMENTED DRAINAGE SHAFT - A removable automatic insertion device with segmented drainage shaft may be used to remove unwanted liquids from pipelines, tanks and other pressurized vessels. The insertion device inserts and withdraws the drainage shaft, one segment at a time into the pipeline or other pressurized vessel. A termination assembly is connected to the subsurface end of the drainage shaft and includes a normally closed drainage valve assembly. After insertion of the drainage shaft, the automatic insertion device is removed and a surface mounted discharge assembly is connected to the drainage shaft. To open the drainage valve assembly and commence drainage of unwanted liquids, pressurized fluid is injected through the discharge assembly, and a segmented hollow actuation tube to open the subsurface drainage valve assembly. Unwanted fluids then pass through the open drainage valve assembly, the drainage shaft to the surface mounted discharge assembly. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089455 | LONG DISTANCE GASSING APPARATUS AND METHODS - A gassing apparatus including a composite gas flow screen having a plurality of respective screen elements, each with at least one respective flow opening therein, the cross-sectional areas of the respective flow openings in respective elements decreasing in a downstream direction with respect to gas flow and at least one other screen element having no flow opening. A nozzle preferably produces a relatively high velocity central gas stream with surrounding gas streams of decreasing velocity as they are spaced further away from the central gas stream. Methods and apparatus are described. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089456 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LOW POWERED AND/OR HIGH PRESSURE FLOW CONTROL - The present invention relates to a fluid control system for regulating a fluid. A control device positionable between an inlet and outlet includes a first bellows, a second bellows, a resilient member, a diaphragm and a valve. The diaphragm and valve is each in fluid communication with the inlet and outlet, the valve movable between a closed position and an open position. An adjustment feature is associated with adjusting a force applied by at least one of the first bellows and the second bellows, adjustment of the adjustment feature not requiring disassembly of the control device. In response to a predetermined fluid force applied against the diaphragm by the regulated fluid flowing from the inlet toward the outlet, the first bellows, the second bellows and the resilient member apply a combination of opposed forces to selectably move the valve toward a position for regulating the regulated fluid. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089457 | FLOATING CRAFT SUCH AS A SHIP PROVIDED WITH MEANS FOR COLLECTING A POLLUTING FLUID IN CASE OF DISASTER, AND METHOD FOR COLLECTING SAID FLUID - The invention relates to a floating craft such as a ship ( | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089458 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING AIR IN INFLATABLE DEVICES - An inflation system includes an inflation device and a valve assembly. The inflation device includes a contact surface defining a fluid passage. The valve assembly includes a valve and a contact surface adapted to engage with the contact surface of the inflation device. A seal is formed around the fluid passage when a user applies a manual force to engage the contact surface of the inflation device with the contact surface of the valve assembly. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100096016 | Method and apparatus for control of fluid temperature and flow - Materials, components, and methods consistent with the present invention are directed to the fabrication and use of micro-scale channels with a fluid, where the temperature and flow of the fluid is controlled through the geometry of the micro-scale channel and the configuration of at least a portion of the wall of the micro-scale channel and the constituent particles that make up the fluid. Moreover, the wall of the micro-scale channel and the constituent particles are configured such that collisions between the constituent particles and the wall are substantially specular. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100096017 | MULTI-MODE HANDS FREE AUTOMATIC FAUCET - A faucet includes a proximity sensor, a logical control, a handle, a spout, and a touch control operably coupled to at least one of the spout and the handle. The logical control includes a mode controller that changes the faucet between a first mode and a second mode in response to substantially simultaneous touching of the spout and the handle. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100101652 | LIQUID FEEDING APPARATUS AND LIQUID FEEDING CONTROL METHOD - A pipette chip has an opening section to be inserted into a supply port of a liquid channel, which connects the supply port and a discharge port of a liquid, and reserves the liquid to be supplied to the liquid channel. In a liquid feeding apparatus, the pipette chip is controlled to insert the opening section into the supply port. Suction and discharge of the liquid and a gas in the pipette chip are controlled to form an air layer at the opening section by sucking the air from the opening section before inserting the opening section into the supply port. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100108144 | Flow controlled Y connector - The Flow Controlled Y Connector is a device used to control the flow of a mixture of air, water, and debris that occurs as a result of a vacuum that is created by carpet cleaning equipment. This device is effectively a piping and valve system that opens and closes based on the flow rate of the matter passing through the system. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100108145 | TRANSPORTING AND TRANSFERRING FLUID - A method and system for transporting fluid is described. The method includes coupling a transit vessel to a terminal vessel associated with at least one terminal. The transit vessel and the terminal vessel are coupled at an open sea or lightering location, which may be selected based upon operational conditions. Then, cryogenic fluid is transferred between the transit vessel and the terminal vessel, while the transit vessel and terminal vessel are moving in substantially the same direction. Once the transfer is complete, the terminal vessel decouples from the transit vessel and moves a terminal to provide the cryogenic fluid to the terminal. The cryogenic fluid may include liquefied natural gas (LNG) and/or liquefied carbon dioxide (CO | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100108146 | Valve Device In A Unit For Conducting A Product, Unit Of This Type And Method For Operating The Same - A valve device for connecting two conduits in a unit for conducting a product comprises a first shut-off member and a second shut-off member and a first leakage space between the first and the second shut-off members, a first connection for one of the two conduits on a side of the first shut-off member facing away from the leakage space, and a second connection for the other of the two conduits on the side of the second shut-off member facing away from the leakage space. A third shut-off member and a fourth shut-off member and a second leakage space are present between the third and the fourth shut-off members, wherein a central third leakage space is present between the second and the third shut-off members, and wherein the second connection for the other of the two conduits is arranged on a side of the fourth shut-off member facing away from the second leakage space. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100108147 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EXCHANGING FLUID IN A COOLING SYSTEM - A flow control device is configured to facilitate the addition and removal of fluid to and from a cooling system using a rotatable valve member. The rotatable valve member is positioned within an opening in a base member. The rotatable member is movable within the opening between a first position and a second position. When the rotatable member is in the first position, at least two user ports are in fluid communication with one another via at least one passageway of the rotatable member. When the rotatable member is in the second position, two user ports and two external ports are in fluid communication with one another via the at least one passageway of the rotatable member. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100116343 | VALVES AND RESERVOIRS FOR MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS - A microfluidic valve assembly includes a structure defining a microfluidic fluid path and an actuator that can be moved between different positions controlling flow through the channel. In one embodiment, the actuator can be threaded into at least a portion of the structure, and can be moved rotationally between a first position, causing relatively greater constriction of a microfluidic fluid path, and a second position causing relatively lesser constriction of the fluid path. Actuating the actuator, e.g., by rotation, can deform material between the valve and the fluid path, thereby constricting at least a portion of the underlying fluid path and regulating the flow of a fluid in the fluid path. In another aspect, the invention provides a reservoir into which fluid can be placed and from which fluid can be introduced into a microfluidic system. In one embodiment, the reservoir is expandable and thereby able to store fluid under pressure for delivery to a microfluidic system. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100116344 | CONTROL VALVE WITH A TWO-PIECE SHIFTING MECHANISM - A control valve ( | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100116345 | COOKING MEDIUM SYSTEMS HAVING A SINGLE FILL MANIFOLD, AND METHODS OF SUPPLYING A COOKING MEDIUM USING SUCH SYSTEMS - A system for delivering a cooking medium of a cooking apparatus includes one or more cooking vessels. The system also includes a drain manifold in fluid communication with the cooking vessel, and a fill manifold having input valves, and output valves in fluid communication with a corresponding cooking vessel. A first flow path is connected to the fill manifold. A filter container selectively is in fluid communication with the fill manifold. A filter pump is positioned between the filter container and the fill manifold and conveys a recycled cooking medium. An overflow pump selectively is in fluid communication with the fill manifold via a second flow path and a portion of the first flow path. The overflow pump conveys a new cooking medium to the fill manifold. The first flow path conveys one of the recycled cooking medium and the new cooking medium to the fill manifold. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100116346 | MULTI-CHAMBER CONTAINER SYSTEM FOR STORING AND MIXING LIQUIDS - The present disclosure is drawn to a multi-component container system and related methods for storing and mixing liquids and associated methods of use. The system includes a first chamber configured to hold a first liquid and which has at least one opening and a second chamber and a second chamber configured to hold a second liquid and having at least one opening. The at least one opening on the second chamber is capable of being operably connected to the at least one opening of the first chamber and the second chamber can be smaller relative to the first chamber. The system can have two configurations, a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration the second chamber can be removably disposed within the first chamber. In the second configuration the second chamber can be external to the first chamber and the at least one opening of the second chamber is operably connected with the at least one opening of the first chamber such that the second liquid is allowed to contact the first liquid. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100116347 | SAFETY OVERRIDE CIRCUIT FOR PNEUMATIC POSITIONER AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - Systems and processes may provide improved performance for a pneumatic positioner during a safety override. In certain implementations, a system and process may include may include the ability to receive an input control signal, power control circuitry of the pneumatic positioner using the input control signal, and generate a control signal for a signal-to-pressure converter with the control circuitry based at least partially on the input control signal. The system and process may also include the ability to detect an unsafe operating condition for the pneumatic positioner based on an input signal and modify the control signal in response to detecting the unsafe operating condition, to cause the converter to transition to a safe state. The system and process may additionally include the ability to allow the control circuitry to continue being powered by the input control signal while the converter is in the safe state. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100122731 | FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM, ESPECIALLY FOR DELIVERING LIQUID HYDROCARBON TO A FUEL-OPERATED VEHICLE HEATER OR TO A REFORMER - A fluid supply system is provided, especially for delivering liquid hydrocarbon to a fuel-operated vehicle heater or to a reformer. The system includes a fluid reservoir ( | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100126588 | PROGRAMMED INTERMITTENT AUTOMATIC WATERING SYSTEM - A system intermittently feeding liquid to animal cages has a duct feeding liquid to liquid dispensers for the animals. Each dispenser includes: a lower portion with a liquid dispensing pipette for supplying liquid to the animals, an upper portion having a liquid flow rate adjuster in fluid flow relationship with liquid in the duct, and a buffer between the pipette and flow rate adjuster. The duct includes a valve responsive to a signal so that, during normal operation, with animals in the cages, the valve intermittently feeds liquid in the duct to the dispensers. The volume of liquid fed via the duct to the dispensers during each intermittent liquid feed depends on: time interval between adjacent feeds, flow rates of the flow rate adjusters, volumes of the buffers, and the buffers never being filled with the liquid so an airspace is always in the buffers. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100126589 | DEVICE FOR THE PREVENTION OF HIGH OIL TANK PRESSURES UNDER NEGATIVE G CONDITIONS - An aircraft gas-turbine oil tank has a breather outlet tube | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100132797 | MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEM BASED ON ACTUATOR ELEMENTS - The present invention provides a microfluidic system comprising at least one microchannel ( | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100132798 | CONTROL VALVE ACTUATION - A hydraulic system includes a power source, a fluid displacement assembly, a plurality of actuators, a plurality of control valves and an electronic control unit. The fluid displacement assembly is coupled to the power source. The plurality of actuators is in selective fluid communication with the fluid displacement assembly. The plurality of control valves is adapted to provide selective fluid communication between the fluid displacement assembly and the plurality of actuators. The electronic control unit is adapted to actuate the plurality of control valves, the electronic control unit receives a rotational speed of the power source, determines a firing frequency of the power source based on the rotational speed, selects a frequency of the pulse width modulation signal for the plurality of control valves based on the firing frequency of the power source, and actuates the plurality of control valves in accordance with the frequency of the pulse width modulation signal. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100132799 | Vessel, Dispensing Devices, Kits And Methods For Containing Fluids - A device for limiting sample evaporation. The device has a vessel body having a body exterior surface and at least one body interior surface. The at least one body interior surface has one or more walls defining a first chamber, a second chamber and a conduit means. The first chamber has a first chamber opening for receiving at least one of the groups selected from a sample and a sample dispensing device. The first chamber opening defines the border of the body exterior surface and the body interior surface. The conduit means is in communication with the first chamber and the second chamber for receiving at least one of the group consisting of sample from said first chamber, a sample from a sample dispensing device and a sample dispensing device passing through or into the conduit means for placing the sample in the conduit means or into the second chamber. The second chamber is in communication with the conduit means for receiving and containing the sample from at least one of the group selected from the sample dispensing device and conduit means. The conduit means is arranged such that the sample in the second chamber is substantially isolated from the atmosphere to limit sample evaporation in the second chamber as the sample is contained therein. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100147387 | Central Tire Inflation Wheel Assembly and Valve - The present invention is a valve for use in a central tire inflation system including a casing securable to the rim of a vehicle in communication with the tire that houses a main body connectable to a pressurized fluid supply of the central tire inflation system, and a valve member moveable within the main body to control the flow of air through the valve. The valve can be mounted flush on the exterior surface of the rim or in a recessed position within the rim, and can be connected to a manifold that is able to control the flow of pressurized fluid from the central tire inflation system to each valve and tire connected to the valve. The operation of the manifold and pressurized fluid supply can be controlled utilizing a controller operably connected to the manifold and fluid supply. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147388 | DIRECTIONAL GATE VALVE - A directional gate valve is disclosed. The gate valve comprises a valve body. A first flow path, a second flow path and a third flow path are positioned in the valve body. The second and third flow paths are capable of fluidly communicating with the first flow path through a connecting flow configuration. A gate is positioned within the gate valve at a location separate from the connecting flow configuration. The gate is configured to move back and forth between a first position and a second position in the valve body. When the gate is in the first position the gate provides fluid communication through the second flow path and simultaneously blocks fluid communication through the third flow path. When the gate is in the second position the gate provides fluid communication through the third flow path and simultaneously blocks fluid communication through the second flow path. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147389 | IRRIGATION CONTROL APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - Described herein are various embodiments of an apparatus, system, and method for controlling the irrigation of an area. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes at least one sensor module that is configured to detect the soil moisture content of soil in an irrigation area. The sensor module is further configured to determine a rate of change of the soil moisture content based on the detected soil moisture content. A rate at which the sensor module detects the soil moisture content of the soil is based on the determined rate of change of the soil moisture content. The apparatus also includes a central control module that is configured to execute an irrigation event for an irrigation area if the detected soil moisture content reaches a moisture content lower threshold. The central control module also is configured to terminate the irrigation event for the irrigation area if the detected soil moisture content reaches a moisture content upper threshold. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147390 | SOLENOID NEEDLE VALVE ASSEMBLY - The disclosed embodiments include an apparatus and a method for controlling fluid flow. In accordance with certain of the disclosed embodiments, a valve is disclosed that comprises a yoke that encases a coil. The yoke has a gap adjacent to a central aperture of the yoke. A core tube is placed in the central aperture. The core tube has a core slidingly disposed within an interior chamber for controlling a fluid flow rate from a flow inlet to a flow outlet. A current is provided to the coil. Magnetic flux, generated by the coil in response to the current, is directed through the gap to cause the core to move proportionally based on the amount of current provided to the coil for changing the fluid flow rate from the flow inlet to the flow outlet. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100154890 | Microfluidic Large Scale Integration - High-density microfluidic chips contain plumbing networks with thousands of micromechanical valves and hundreds of individually addressable chambers. These fluidic devices are analogous to electronic integrated circuits fabricated using large scale integration (LSI). A component of these networks is the fluidic multiplexor, which is a combinatorial array of binary valve patterns that exponentially increases the processing power of a network by allowing complex fluid manipulations with a minimal number of inputs. These integrated microfluidic networks can be used to construct a variety of highly complex microfluidic devices, for example the microfluidic analog of a comparator array, and a microfluidic memory storage device resembling electronic random access memories. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100163109 | MANIPULATION OF FLUIDS AND REACTIONS IN MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS - Microfluidic structures and methods for manipulating fluids and reactions are provided. Such structures and methods may involve positioning fluid samples, e.g., in the form of droplets, in a carrier fluid (e.g., an oil, which may be immiscible with the fluid sample) in predetermined regions in a microfluidic network. In some embodiments, positioning of the droplets can take place in the order in which they are introduced into the microfluidic network (e.g., sequentially) without significant physical contact between the droplets. Because of the little or no contact between the droplets, there may be little or no coalescence between the droplets. Accordingly, in some such embodiments, surfactants are not required in either the fluid sample or the carrier fluid to prevent coalescence of the droplets. Structures and methods described herein also enable droplets to be removed sequentially from the predetermined regions. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100170569 | AUTOMATIC SENSING SYSTEM IN SANITARY WARES - An automatic sensing system used in automatic sensing sanitary wares. The main circuit board uses infrared signal on one side to detect a user, and then sends the user-detected or no-user signal through radio control to the slave circuit board inside the toilet water box. After the slave circuit board receives the radio control signal from the main circuit board, it switches on or off the solenoid valve to control flushing of the water box. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100170570 | CAPACITIVE COUPLING ARRANGEMENT FOR A FAUCET | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100170571 | Valves - A double check valve ( | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100175757 | WATER DELIVERY DEVICES - An adaptor for a water delivery device to reduce water wastage, wherein movement of a plunger over a first part of its stroke is controlled by an air flow control valve to provide a predetermined volume of water and movement over a second part of the stroke is substantially instantaneous such that water is not supplied for a significant length of time at a water flow rate that is not useful. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100193035 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OSCILLATING FLUID JETS - A method of causing a fluid flow to oscillate between two exit directions. The method comprises causing a primary flow of fluid through a conduit, the conduit characterized by two exit directions and providing first and second oscillation control ports, said first and second oscillation control ports transverse to said conduit and connected to one another by a feedback tube. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100193036 | Method for Actuating a Solenoid Valve and Associated Device - A method for actuating a solenoid valve generates precise opening and closing times of the solenoid valve. To this end, an actuating current provided for actuating the solenoid valve and applied to an actuating coil of the solenoid valve is already reducing in a reduction phase prior to a switch-off point in time of the solenoid valve relative to a maintained level of the actuating current, at which the solenoid valve is reliably held in an actuating position. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100200068 | DYNAMIC PURGE SYSTEM FOR A HEAT RECOVERY WHEEL - An automatically operable dynamic purge system that is incorporated into a heat recovery wheel that comprises a number of radial seals that direct a controlled area of supply air into the exhaust air stream passing through the heat recovery wheel. Two possible configurations include a single purge and a double purge. For the single purge, one seal is fixed in location on one face of the wheel and a second seal is dynamic and is on the opposite face. For the double purge, two seals are fixed in location on one face of the wheel and a third seal is dynamic and is on the opposite face. In each case the dynamic seal is secured by an automatically operable wiper blade. This wiper blade is attached near the center of the wheel such that it rotates, in turn, allowing the seal to rotate whilst remaining approximately radial to the wheel. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100200069 | WATER INLET ARRANGEMENT - The invention relates to a water inlet arrangement for the use in fish tanks in aquaculture, including a pipe to feed water into the tank, the pipe having a plurality of openings and, for a better adjustment of the flow, a surrounding second element having a plurality of openings and/or a fixed or adjustable shield are provided. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100200070 | COKE OVEN OFFTAKE PIPING SYSTEM - A coke oven piping system ( | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100200071 | FLOW SPLITTER - A flow splitter ( | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100200072 | GEAR PUMP AND METHOD OF DELIVERING FLUID USING SUCH A PUMP - A gear pump capable of alternately distributing a fluid in two distinct utilization circuits without the need for a switch. The gear pump ( | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100206383 | FEED HOPPER FOR POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS - A drill cuttings transfer device that includes a pump having an inlet for receiving the drill cuttings and an outlet for discharging the drill cuttings; and a feed hopper in fluid connection to the inlet of the pump, the feed hopper comprising: at least one air nozzle configured to provide a flow of air to the drill cuttings is disclosed. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100206384 | APPARATUS FOR CHECKING MECHANICAL COMPONENT PARTS WITH OPTICAL DEVICES, AND RELEVANT PROTECTION DEVICE AND METHOD - An apparatus for checking mechanical component parts, such as tools in machine tools, uses optical devices for emitting and receiving a light beam, for example a laser beam, and sensors for detecting the interruption of such light beam. A protection device for at least one of the optical devices includes pneumatic conduits and a nozzle outputting an air stream from a plurality of holes located around the central conduit through which the light beam passes, so generating a tubular shield which embraces the light beam. The protection device further includes a shutter which can be displaced from a rest position, wherein the central conduit is closed and the inside of the protection device is pressurized, to a working position, wherein the nozzle delivers the air stream in the form of a tubular shield. Passing from the rest position to the working position, the shutter assumes an intermediate transit position in which an air blast is outputted through the central conduit for a short time interval. The shutter has cylindrical surfaces and slides inside a shell of the protection device, driven by plane antirotation surfaces, too. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100206385 | GUIDED NON-PORTED EXPANDING GATE VALVE AND METHOD - The disclosure provides a non-ported expanding gate valve and method of use, including an expanding gate assembly and a slotted guide, fixedly positioned on the valve body and slidably coupled with a gate assembly. The guide has slots of varying widths that are used with a pivoting rocker arm coupled with the gate assembly to adjust the thickness of the gate assembly at the proper timing. The guides perform multiple functions, including: centralizing a rocker arm during opening between seats; collapsing the gate assembly when opening; allowing and controlling expansion when closing; guiding lateral movement during operation of the gate assembly between opposing guides on the sides of a flow passageway; guiding axial movement during operation of the gate assembly between opposing guide side flanges; retaining seats in position when the valve is open; and/or stiffening the guide in a lateral direction to control movement of the gate assembly. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100212743 | PULSE WIDTH MODULATED FLUIDIC VALVE - A pulse width modulated fluidic valve | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100212744 | SELF-ACTING SELF-CIRCULATING FLUID SYSTEM WITHOUT EXTERNAL PRESSURE SOURCE AND USE IN BEARING SYSTEM - The invention includes a method for continually circulating a fluid in a system, in the absence of an external pumping mechanism, by providing a fluid, an active space capable of generating a higher pressure zone and causing a contiguous lower pressure zone, a passive space, and a porous medium disposed between the active space and the passive space, and generating a pressure differential relationship between the active space and the passive space causing the fluid to circulate freely in both directions between the active space and the passive space, across the porous medium, without the aid of an external pumping system, such that the fluid circulation defines a self-acting self-circulating fluid system, and to the system created thereby. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100212745 | SHOWER METER ARRANGEMENT - A meter arrangement for a shower comprising a timer, a controller with a display and a standard measure, the timer arranged to determine a standard time to fill the standard measure at a user's desired show flow rate, the controller arrangement determines a shower time period over which a predetermined volume is dispensed at the user's desired flow rate and arranged to provide a signal to a display indicative of pre-determined volume dispensed based upon the time elapsed since initiation determined by reference time signals from the timer | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100212746 | Automate fluid flow control system - An automate fluid flow control system includes a valve member for being sealedly disposed within a fluid chamber to seal a flow of fluid flowing from a fluid inlet to a fluid outlet, a relief valve having a fluid passage extended along the valve member for communicating the fluid chamber with the fluid outlet and including a valve stopper sitting on a top opening of the fluid passage to sealedly close the fluid passage, and a powering assembly including an actuator to move the relief valve between a closed position that the valve stopper is sealedly retained to close the fluid passage and an opened position that the actuator drives the valve stopper to unseal the fluid passage for releasing a pressure within the fluid chamber to allow the fluid passing to the fluid outlet. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100212747 | MOTORLESS SPEED CONTROL PIPELINE APPARATUS AND METHOD - A pipeline apparatus has a body configured to fit inside a pipeline. A flow channel is formed within the body and includes an inlet, an outlet, and a bypass channel connecting the inlet and the outlet, the inlet being configured to receive a portion of a fluid flowing through the pipeline, and the outlet being configured such that the fluid flowing through the bypass channel flows out of the bypass channel through the outlet. A flow control valve is attached to the body and has a sleeve configured to move to vary a flow rate of the fluid flowing out of the outlet. A conduit is connected between the flow control valve and a back face of the body and configured to communicate a high pressure of the fluid to the flow control valve. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100224253 | Variable Gap Between HVAC Door and Sealing Surfaces - A plenum assembly for carrying air in a supply system includes a duct including an opening formed with an inner surface through which air can flow; a door supported for movement between multiple positions which distributes air to the desired output path; and a seal secured to the door. In a vehicles HVAC system, numerous doors are utilized to provide comfort to the passengers based upon user input. The potential exists that some positions of the doors my lead to unwanted noise. A modification to the seal of the door with variable gap widths alleviates this issue and improves satisfaction. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100224254 | Purge Valve for Mounted Assembly - A purge valve for a mounted assembly for a vehicle consisting of a wheel comprising a rim and of a tire, the valve comprising a body associated with the rim and a piston able to move with respect to the body between a closed position and a purge position and the valve being normally closed. The opening of the valve is obtained by the moving of the piston into the space radially external to the rim, the opening being obtained by action of a control force on the piston, exerted from the space radially internal to the rim, and provided by compressed air led from the space radially internal to the rim to the radially interior surface of the piston and the compressed air led from the space radially internal to the rim to the radially interior surface of the piston being at a pressure lower than or equal to that of the mounted assembly. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100224255 | FLUID CONTROL STRUCTURES IN MICROFLUIDIC DEVICES - Methods and apparatus for implementing microfluidic analysis devices are provided. A monolithic elastomer membrane associated with an integrated pneumatic manifold allows the placement and actuation of a variety of fluid control structures, such as structures for pumping, isolating, mixing, routing, merging, splitting, preparing, and storing volumes of fluid. The fluid control structures can be used to implement a variety of sample introduction, preparation, processing, and storage techniques. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100229952 | Dual bimorph synthetic pulsator - The present invention provides a system and method for actively manipulating fluid flow over a surface using synthetic pulsators. Synthetic pulsators produce pulsed jet operable to manipulate the primary fluid flow proximate to the synthetic pulsator. The synthetic pulsator includes a synthetic jet actuator(s) located within an ambient pressure chamber, wherein the synthetic jet actuator is operable to produce an oscillatory flow. The oscillatory flow of the synthetic jet(s) produces the pulsed jet operable to manipulate the primary fluid flow. These synthetic pulsators may then be actively manipulated to control the flow behavior of the ducted fluid flow, influence the inception point and trajectory of flow field vortices within the fluid flow, and reduce flow separation within the primary fluid flow. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100229953 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLEANING HEAT TRANSFER STRUCTURES - The invention relates to an apparatus and method for the cleaning and/or disinfection of evaporative and/or convective cooling structures. The apparatus comprises means for drawing off predetermined volumes of one or more chemicals (optionally diluted with water) and pumping them into a corresponding number of dilution manifolds. Fluid-flow control means such as flow meters, non-return valves and control valves are employed to ensure that correct predetermined ratios/volumes of each fluid are drawn into the respective dilution manifolds, and to prevent undesired backflow of chemicals. The diluted or undiluted chemical agents then flow into a mixing manifold where they are mixed with other diluted or undiluted chemicals from one or more other dilution manifolds. The mixed chemicals are then delivered by means of an air gun or spray nozzle to clean packing material or other cooling structure components in situ within a cooling tower. Advantageously, any exothermic reactions are prevented until at least in or after the mixing manifold to increase safety. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100236632 | VALVE ACTUATOR SYSTEM - Valve actuator system and a system for operation of valves, which valve comprises a valve housing, which valve housing comprises at least one inlet and at least one outlet, which valve housing further comprises a valve closing element, which valve element is mechanical connected to a valve actuator, which valve actuator comprises at least one piston, which piston is moved in a housing by a pressurised fluid in at least one direction, which valve actuator is connected to a control valve which control valve regulates a flow of a liquid medium from a pressure source to a first cavity chamber in the hosing of the valve actuator where the valve is a sanitary valve primarily for regulation of a flow of Fluid food, which valve actuator is activated by a liquid medium. | 09-23-2010 |
| 20100243061 | PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE - A pressure regulator valve arrangement comprises first ( | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100243062 | POWER LINE DATA ACQUISITION - A motor operated valve diagnostic data acquisition system including: a motor operated valve assembly; a transmitter, the transmitter being permanently connected in a housing of a motor operated valve assembly; a receiver, the transmitter transmitting signals to the receiver via motor operated valve cables, the cables being existing motor operated valve cables; and electronic circuitry connected to the receiver, the electronic circuitry processing the signals received by the receiver. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100243063 | VAPOUR DELIVERY SYSTEM - A delivery system ( | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100243064 | TANK WATER CONSERVATION SYSTEM - A water conservation device for use within a toilet is disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the device includes a connector having a base adapted for connectivity and placement adjacent to a traditional pole assembly and proximate to an opening valve within a tank of the toilet. In at least one embodiment, the device includes a flexible pressure arm integrally formed with the connector base and adapted to couple to the opening valve within the tank of the toilet and adapted to provide a pressure to the opening valve to lessen overall water utilized in each flush of the toilet and thereby conserve water. The water conservation device is adapted for either a total or partial flush of the toilet as selected by a user. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100252114 | CONTROLLABLE VALVE FOR AN AIRCRAFT - A controllable valve is provided for a low-flammability fluid within an aircraft with at least one magnetic coil which, upon brief electrical excitation, moves a structural element provided therein from a first position to a second position in which the structural element is held by a permanent magnet after completion of the electrical excitation of the magnetic coil. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100252115 | Flow Valve For Example for Faucets - A flow valve for faucets such as kitchen and bathroom faucets includes an inlet and outlet and a transverse valve mechanism where a valve element moves toward and away from a valve seat at least partly transverse to incoming inlet flow and/or outgoing outlet flow. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100252116 | MULTI-CHAMBER ROTATING VALVE - A fluid delivery system having a rotating reservoir insert and a cartridge body. The rotating reservoir insert having a plurality of reservoirs in communication with ports on the external surface of the insert. The ports are positioned such that upon rotation the port is in-line with a fluid extracting device, such as a syringe, capable of extracting fluid from the reservoir. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100252117 | Novel Electrostatically Addressable Microvalves - A method of controlling a main fluid in a conduit using a microvalve is described. The microvalve includes a corresponding actuation aperture in an actuation aperture layer. A control fluid flows through the actuation aperture in response to an electric field applied via a charge distribution near an actuation aperture layer. In one embodiment, the electric field may adjust the opening and closing of the actuation aperture thereby controlling the flow of the control fluid. In a second embodiment, the control fluid is an electrorheological fluid where the electric field controls the viscosity of the ER fluid, thereby controlling fluid flow through the actuation aperture. In both embodiments the flow of the control fluid controls stretching of a flexible membrane into and out of the conduit, thereby controlling the flow of the main fluid by opening or closing the conduit. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100258192 | Method for actuating a hydraulic servo system - A method for actuating a hydraulic servo system with a proportional valve that converts an electrical control signal into a hydraulic pilot pressure with which the hydraulic servo system is actuated. An additional impulse is fed to the proportional valve at the beginning of a desired change of the electrical control signal. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100258193 | Ball Valve Impedance Seat - An impedance seat ( | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100258194 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING HEATING SYSTEM - A method for controlling a heating system for uniformly heating respective rooms by proportionally calculating heat supplies required by the respective rooms, even when the heat supplies required for heating the respective rooms are different from each other, depending on indoor temperature conditions and external conditions of the respective rooms. The method adjusts flow rates of heating water supplied to the respective rooms by adjusting opening rates of room valves installed in heating water pipes. Current temperature differences between temperatures set for the respective rooms and indoor temperatures measured in the respective rooms are calculated, and opening rates of other room valves of other rooms, excluding rooms having a current temperature difference larger than a previously set temperature difference, are reduced. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100263728 | REACTION VESSELS - The present invention relates to a liquid distribution or collection device for a vessel containing material to which the liquid is to be delivered, the device having a plurality of conduits extending from a liquid transport channel, in which at least one said conduit comprises a proximal end in communication with the liquid transport channel, a distal end remote from the liquid transport channel and, between said proximal and distal ends, a multiplicity of spaced apertures for passage of liquid, wherein a distal region of the conduit has a cross-sectional area d | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100263729 | AUTOMATIC LIGHTNING SAFETY VALVE FOR WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM - A method, system and an apparatus to automatic lightning safety valve for water supply system are disclosed. An exemplary embodiment provides an apparatus of lightning protection. A sensor circuit of the apparatus receives a electromagnetic signal of an atmospheric electromagnetic field to generate a modified signal and to communicate the modified signal to a control circuit. A control circuit of the apparatus of the lightening circuit causes the valve to automatically close if the modified signal is greater than a specified value. The valve control device is communicatively coupled with the sensor circuit. The apparatus also includes a solenoid valve to stop the flow of a fluid into the structure by closing a fluid line. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100263730 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE - A method and a device for controlling a fuel-operated internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle having a tank venting system associated with a fuel tank and having at least two operating states, in which the internal combustion engine is shut off automatically according to a shut-off strategy. The shut-off strategy takes into account the instantaneous operating state of the tank venting system. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100263731 | METHODS FOR DETECTING PARTICLES IN AEROSOL GAS STREAMS - Turbulent mixing condensation devices, methods, and systems adapted to condense a working fluid on particles from a sample gas to enlarge the particles for subsequent detection are provided. The device includes a vapor generator adapted to produce a working-fluid saturated carrier gas and a condensation chamber. The working-fluid saturated carrier gas is mixed with a sample gas containing particles to be detected and is then introduced to the condensation chamber. The operating conditions are controlled to enhance the condensation of the working fluid on the particles. The particles are typically forwarded to a particle detection device to detect at least one characteristic, for example, the size, of the particles. The flow of carrier gas to the vapor generator may be regulated to vary the degree of saturation of the carrier gas with working fluid. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100269908 | Water Conserving Devices and Processesx - The initially cold water streams of a household hot water plumbing circuit are accumulated in a storage container to be thereafter drained off with the cold water stream, at various flow restricted levels, thereby conserving water use. This accumulate may be adjustably admixed into the waste products of a household drinking water purification system, thereby diluting it to acceptable levels that may be useful for washing and the like. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the fresh water stream may be admixed into the water purification waste water stream. Each of these water conserving functions is conformed to be combined in a stepwise manner, thereby accommodating budgetary and use growth constraints. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100269909 | DIALYSATE TANK COMPRISING A HEATED DIALYSATE CONTAINER, CORRESPONDING DIALYSIS SYSTEM, AND METHOD - The present invention proposes an apparatus and a method for controlling the temperature of a dialysate, which is present in a dialysate container of a dialysate tank of a dialysis system, in a contact-free manner. It furthermore specifies a method for manufacturing such a dialysate container and system. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100276004 | Method for Operating a Valve - A method for process optimisation for a valve ( | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100276005 | SINGLE USE MICROFLUIDIC VALVE - The invention relates to a microfluidic valve ( | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100282324 | DEGASSING TOOL FOR HIGH PRESSURE PRE-CHARGED PNEUMATIC AIRGUN - A pre-charged pneumatic airgun includes a reservoir, a stopper, a barrel and a manually actuated degassing tool. The reservoir contains a volume of compressed fluid and includes a discharge port disposed therein through which the compressed fluid is selectively discharged from the reservoir. The stopper is disposed in the discharge port and is moveable between a normal position sealing the discharge port in an actuated position allowing passage of the compressed air through the discharge port. The stopper is biased to the normal position by a biasing force. The barrel is in fluid communication with the discharge port. When the stopper is disposed in the discharged position, the compressed fluid discharged through the discharge port is further exhausted through the barrel. The manually actuated degassing tool is disposed in the air gun for manually overcoming the biasing force to move the stopper from a normal position to the actuated position, and for maintaining the stopper in the actuated position to degas the reservoir. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100282325 | Gas Flow Control System - A gas flow control system is arranged for regulating the gas supply to a burner comprising a safety valve. The safety valve is arranged to open and close a gas supply opening. The gas flow control system is driven by a motor and comprises driving means configured for engaging an end of a safety valve spindle, for moving the safety valve spindle from a closed to an open configuration. The driving means comprise converter means disposed intermediate the motor and an end of a push pin. The converter means are configured to convert the rotational movement of a drive shaft, rotated by the motor, into a linear movement of the push pin. The pin is engageable with the end of the safety valve spindle and is movable to push the safety valve spindle from the closed to the open configuration. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100282326 | FLOW CONTROL VALVE - A flow control valve has a linear electric actuator for controlling flow through the valve. The linear electric actuator comprises an electric motor ( | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100282327 | USE OF BUOYANT GASES FOR THE SIMULATION OF REAL FIRE SOURCES - A method and apparatus to simulate a flow of products from a real fire without reproducing a thermal environment associated with the real fire includes the release of a gas or a mixture of gases with an appropriate density less than air to simulate smoke movement from real fire sources. The buoyant inert gas may be helium. In some embodiments, the buoyant gas is combined with artificial smoke, such as a tracer gas or an inert dye (e.g., a particulate) to provide a visual representation of the location and flow characteristics of the surrogate smoke that is released from a release apparatus. In another embodiment, optical techniques that show differences in gas density are used to visualize the movement of the buoyant gas. The release apparatus includes a control system that follows a prescribed time-dependent flow rate to simulate different fire source configurations and growth rates. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100288363 | Automated dump station - A self service automated dump station is provided using a control mechanism for the collection of money that releases a latching mechanism located on a removable lockable cap that sits upon the dump station's drain line. In one embodiment provided, the removable lockable cap is lifted from the dump station inlet line by a remote foot pedal—this allows for a cleaner and more efficient means for inserting the hose from the waste tank of a vehicle into the dump station inlet line. Money payment can be either made by cash or by credit or debit cards. The operation of the dump station is made more efficient and requires fewer interactions between those who need to transfer waste from their vehicle waste tanks, such as operators of campers or recreational vehicles, and the dump station operator. Remote sensors can also be deployed to minimize the possibility of spillage or over-fill of the dump station if the dump station is not hooked up to a sewer system. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100288364 | Metering Valve Arrangement - A method is described for controlling the operation of a metering valve driven by a stepper motor, a position sensor normally providing position information to allow control over the metering valve in a closed loop manner. The method comprises the steps of:
| 11-18-2010 |
| 20100288365 | SANITARY DUAL-HANDLED FAUCET HANDLE ASSEMBLY - A faucet handle assembly comprising two distinct handles is described, and a sanitary method for operating the handle assembly is provided. One handle is attached near the distal end of a stem and the other handle is attached at an intermediate position between the first handle and the proximal end of the stem. The proximal end of the stem is operably coupled to a valve such that movement of either handle causes corresponding movement of the stem which then actuates the valve. One handle may be designated for operation by clean or sanitized hands only, while the other handle may be designated for operation by dirty or unsanitized hands only. Sanitary use of the faucet is achieved by turning a valve on with the latter handle and off with the former handle. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100288366 | Method and system for fluid transmission along significant distances - A supply line system for conveying a fluid is provided. First and a second conduit segment have at least one inner conduit surface and an outer conduit surface. At least one fluid chamber is within the conduit segments and is formed by the at least one inner conduit surface. At least one electric wire is located between the at least one inner conduit surface and the outer conduit surface. A conduit connection element is connecting the first and second conduit segments, thereby mating the fluid chamber and the electric wire of the first conduit segment with the fluid chamber and the electric wire of the second conduit segment. At least a portion of the quantity of fluid and the electric signals is passed from the first to the second conduit segment. A control system is connected to the electric wire and in communication with at least one device. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100294370 | FLOW-ACTUATED ACTUATOR AND METHOD - Disclosed herein is a flow-actuated actuator. The actuator includes, a tubular with a flow passageway having a first flow area, and at least one movable member in operable communication with the tubular. The at least one movable member is movable relative to the tubular between at least a first position and a second position, the at least one movable member configured to form a second flow area that is smaller than the first flow area when in the second position, the flow-actuated actuator is configured to move a separate member in response to fluid flow therethrough. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100294371 | GRAVITY OPERATED VALVE - A valve includes a valve body defining a valve cavity. The valve body has first and second inlet ports, an outlet port, and a dump port. A weighted member is positioned in the valve cavity and is movable between first and second positions. In the first position, the first inlet port is fluidically connected to the outlet port and the second inlet port is fluidically connected to the dump port. In the second position, the second inlet port and the dump port are fluidically connected to the outlet port. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100294372 | SUPPLEMENTAL MEDICAL GAS SYSTEM - A supplemental medical gas system and method utilizes a wheeled handcart, a reel disposed thereon having a length of the hose disposed thereon and extendable therefrom. Couplings are provided and disposed on opposite end of the hose for establishing connection with a gas supply and a hospital conduit system. In addition, at least one berm disposable on the handcart and deployable therefrom is provided for overlaying the extended hose for enabling the vehicular travel thereacross. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100294373 | COMPACT VALVE POSITION INDICATOR - A system for indicating the status of a valve may include an encapsulation with electronic circuitry disposed at least partially therein, a communication sub-system, a sensor, an indicator and a power source. The encapsulation may be zero volume, and the indicator may include a color changing skin. A method of indicating the status of a valve may include providing a valve, providing a status indicating system, changing a status of the valve, sensing a status of the valve, and indicating a status of the valve. A method of encapsulating a status indicating system may include providing an encapsulant and coupling at least a portion of the system with the encapsulant. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100294374 | Seal leakage gas recovery system - A dry gas seal leakage recovery system is provided which collects seal leakage gas from one or more mechanical seal assemblies, pressurizing and controlling the outlet distribution pressure of the collected seal leakage, and re-injecting the gas back into the compressor or seal supply system. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100300540 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A NETWORK OF PIPES - The invention relates to a method for operating a network of pipes, in particular a network of heating pipes, with several decentralised pumps, each pump being assigned to one heat exchanger. The invention is characterised in that the speed required to achieve the desired and/or stipulated mass flow in each heat exchanger is calculated for each decentralised pump by a central processing unit, taking into account the characteristics of the pipe network, and the speed regulating variable is transmitted to at least some of the decentralised pumps. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300541 | HVAC branch line, method of making, and method of use - A HVAC branch line includes a boot, flexible duct, and integral connection therebetween. The boot can be configured to pre-hold fasteners to facilitate field installation. The branch line can also include one or more straps or other another structure, which are used to support the branch line, and optionally compress the duct before, during or after installation. Since the duct and boot are integrally connected, a field connection between the two is unnecessary and the duct can be easily supported during installation of the branch line. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300542 | FLUID FLOW CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS, AND METHODS OF FLOWING FLUIDS THERETHROUGH - Fluid flow control devices comprise a body including a central aperture extending along a longitudinal axis therethrough and a plurality of channels extending from an outer sidewall of the body to an inner sidewall of the body. At least one first channel may intersect at least one other channel. Fluid flow control systems, methods of forming fluid flow control devices, and methods of flowing a fluid through a fluid flow control device are also disclosed. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300543 | Continuous Fluid Circulation Valve for Well Drilling - Fluid circulation valve ( | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300544 | RAINWATER RECOVERY AND TREATMENT SYSTEM - Embodiments of the invention relate to systems and methods for the harvesting and treatment of rainwater for secondary use within buildings. Rainwater is harvested utilizing a rainwater capturing device and stored in a cistern prior to treatment until a demand for secondary use is made. The rainwater may be combined with reclaimed water from a water treatment plant. Once a demand for secondary use is made, the water is subjected to treatment as it travels to the point of use. Treatment includes neutralizing the pH of the rainwater, filtering the rainwater to remove particulate matter, irradiating the rainwater with ultraviolet light, and introducing a chlorine solution into the rainwater. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300545 | INSTALLATION FOR TRANSFERRING A FLUID BETWEEN A TANKER AND A FIXED STRUCTURE - This installation comprises a transport conduit which is at least partially submerged in a body of water, a device for conveying fluid between the vessel and the conduit, and a floating platform for securing the vessel. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300546 | "IMPROVEMENT IN OR RELATING TO THICKENERS HAVING SELF-DILUTING FEEDWELL" - A thickening tank has a peripheral overflow launder and a centrally disposed feed well. Feedstock slurry is fed to a mixing box which also receives supernatant liquid and is supplemented by flocculated material flowing into the interior of the feed well onto a distributor baffle plate. The supernatant liquid is delivered at a controlled rate from a receiving vessel formed by an upright cylinder provided at its lower end with an impeller of a lift pump which is operated by a controller positioned at the upper end of a vertical drive shaft extending axially through the receiving vessel. The feed well is surrounded by a second launder which is closed at its base and formed with a cup. The lower end of the receiving vessel is spaced from the floor of the cup to draw supernatant liquid exclusively from the second launder rather than from the thickener tank. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300547 | OBJECT-HOLDING SHEET, TEST METHOD AND OBJECT-TREATING EQUIPMENT - It is intended to provide an object-holding sheet and an object-treating equipment, which are useful for arranging objects such as biological materials (e.g., cells, embryos or individuals) or particles having the similar size thereto and efficiently conducting procedures such as analysis and fractionation on the objects. The present invention provides an object-holding sheet for holding two or more objects, the object-holding sheet including: a sheet member having two or more through-holes; and an anti-drop member corresponding to each of the holes, wherein the holes have a size that enables only one of the objects to be held, and the anti-drop member is disposed in the vicinity of one opening of each of the holes so as not to permit the object held in each of the holes to pass through the opening. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300548 | AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE OF FLUID LEVEL IN SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER CONTAINED BODIES OF WATER - An automated system for monitoring and maintaining fluid level in a swimming pool, spa, or other environment containing water is provided. The system includes a sensor assembly having a microprocessor and a proximity sensor encapsulated in a non-conductive material. A lower section of the sensor assembly has a flat profile and at least a portion of the proximity sensor is positioned in the lower section. The sensor assembly transmits a signal to a remote controller when the water level measured is above or below a predetermined target value. The remote controller in turn causes a remote water valve to turn on or off. In certain implementations, the sensor assembly incorporates a precision mounting system and algorithm, which work together to provide the end user with a means to mount the sensor easily and maintain precise operational level of the water. The combination of the physical mounting system and the range and resolution of the proximity sensor allow for precise maintenance of water level at the preferred level. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300549 | MODULATED WATERING SYSTEM - A modulated watering system includes a timer for powering at least one solenoid valve and a controller for modulating power provided to the solenoid valve and an adjuster, in communication with the controller, for changing the modulation. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300550 | Multi-Stream Microchannel Device - Provided is a process and device for exchanging heat energy between three or more streams in a microchannel heat exchanger which can be integrated with a microchannel reactor to form an integrated microchannel processing unit. The combining of a plurality of integrated microchannel devices to provide the benefits of large-scale operation is enabled. In particular, the microchannel heat exchanger enables flexible heat transfer between multiple streams and total heat transfer rates of about 1 Watt or more per core unit volume expressed as W/cc. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100307595 | FLUIDIC DEVICE, FLUIDIC MODULE, AND METHOD OF HANDLING A LIQUID - A fluidic device includes a fluidic module with a first fluid chamber and a second fluid chamber closed with the exception of a fluidic connection to the first fluid chamber. A drive is formed to impart the fluidic module with a first rotation at a rotational frequency below a rotational frequency threshold at which liquid is pneumatically held in the first fluid chamber and does not enter the second fluid chamber. The drive is further formed to impart the fluidic module with a second rotation at a second rotational frequency above the rotational frequency threshold at which a liquid column created in the first fluid chamber becomes unstable and the liquid enters the second fluid chamber. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100307596 | LIQUID APPARATUS - The present invention provides a liquid apparatus ( | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100307597 | Pipes for Transporting Water Containing Chloramine - This invention is related to the preparation of polyethylene pipe resins suitable for transporting hot and cold water containing chloramine. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100313958 | SENSING EVENTS AFFECTING LIQUID FLOW IN A LIQUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - By monitoring pressure transients in a liquid within a liquid distribution system using only a single sensor, events such as the opening and closing of valves at specific fixtures are readily detected. The sensor, which can readily be coupled to a faucet bib, transmits an output signal to a computing device. Each such event can be identified by the device based by comparing characteristic features of the pressure transient waveform with previously observed characteristic features for events in the system. These characteristic features, which can include the varying pressure, derivative, and real Cepstrum of the pressure transient waveform, can be used to select a specific fixture where a valve open or close event has occurred. Flow to each fixture and leaks in the system can also be determined from the pressure transient signal. A second sensor disposed at a point disparate from the first sensor provides further event information. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100313959 | Fluid Control Arrangement - An outer valve surrounds an inner valve. A plug can move relative to a seat of the inner valve to control flow through that valve. A plug co-operates with the outlet port of the outer valve to control fluid through that valve. The plug comprises part of the inner valve. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100313960 | High Performance Transducer - An electro-pneumatic transducer for controlling gas pressure is disclosed. The transducer includes a nozzle body and a valve housing interconnected therebetween by a nozzle and a solenoid assembly including a magnetized valve assembly and a solenoid having a top portion and a bottom portion, which when energized generate a magnetic field having a predetermined polarity in response to which the magnetized valve assembly is actuated to control gas flow through the nozzle. The transducer also includes a control circuit adapted to receive an input signal. The control circuit is configured to energize the solenoid in response to the input signal to generate the magnetic field thereabout to actuate the valve assembly. The transducer further includes a capacitor coupled to the control circuit, wherein upon loss of the input signal, the control circuit signals the capacitor to provide an electrical signal to the solenoid to actuate the valve assembly. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100319779 | THREE-POSITION FLUID VALVE FOR DOWNHOLE USE - Three-position fluid valves for use in downhole environments are disclosed. An example valve includes first, second and third ports, a chamber coupled to the second port, a first sleeve to selectively couple the first port to the chamber and the second port, a second sleeve to selectively couple the third port to the chamber and the second port, and a piston that forms at least part of the chamber and is coupled to the sleeves. The piston moves between a first position in which the piston displaces the first sleeve to couple the first port to the chamber and the second port, a second position in which neither of the first or third ports is coupled to the second port, and a third position in which the piston displaces the second sleeve to couple the third port to the chamber and the second port. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20100319780 | Method For Actuating Valves For Controlling a Flow Path and Machines, Especially Medical Treatment Machines - The present invention includes a method for the control of valves for flow path control, in particular in a medical treatment machine, having a plurality of processes for the manufacture of flow paths by control of a group of valves, with each process claiming a group of valves suitable for its carrying out for itself so that other processes cannot change the switching state of these valves and with each process itself making a decision on the release of the valves claimed by it. The invention furthermore includes a method for the monitoring of the then current and/or scheduled state of a plurality of valves in the flow path control, in particular in a medical treatment machine, having the steps: determining the then current and/or scheduled switching state of the valves; determining the connections resulting from the switching state of the valves; comparing the resulting connections with a predetermined number of non-permitted connections. The invention furthermore includes machines, in particular medical treatment machines, having corresponding valve or valve actuator controls. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20100326530 | PIEZOELECTRIC FLOW CONTROL VALVE - A flow control valve includes an electrically controlled piezoelectric actuator, at least one pressure fitting and nozzle, and a nozzle orifice sealing mechanism coupled to the piezoelectric actuator. The piezoelectric actuator may be a piezo-ceramic actuator fixed along one side to a chamber of the flow control valve and having a free side opposite the fixed side. Upon receiving a voltage of a desired magnitude and polarity, the free side of the piezo-ceramic actuator and the nozzle orifice sealing mechanism moves to control a fluid flow into the chamber. By controllably dithering the piezoelectric actuator of the flow control valve, an output flow from the chamber may be accurately regulated. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20100326531 | COMBINATION FLOW CONTROL VALVE AND REVERSE FLOW CHECK VALVE - A combination flow control and reverse flow check valve provides a compact valve unit for controlling the flow of fluid in a downstream direction and limiting undesired backflow of liquid into a source such as a reservoir. The flow control and reverse flow check valve may be provided as a unitary member having a housing with an upstream end configured for mounting to the liquid source, a fluid conveying channel within the housing, and a check element positioned in the channel between the flow control valve, such as a ball valve, and a seat which is complementally configured with the check element to normally seal against backflow. A blocking element may be provided to prevent interference of the check element with the operation of the flow control valve while permitting liquid to flow in an intended downstream direction. Because the occurrence of a backflow event is an undesired and infrequent event which may necessitate investigation, the check element may be sized and made of a material which will move past the seat during pressurized flow, thereby providing an indicator that a backflow event has occurred when the check element is found within the source. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20100326532 | Methods and Devices for Falling Film Reactors With Integrated Heat Exchange - Disclosed is a method of performing a reaction involving a gaseous reactant stream and a falling film liquid reactant stream by providing a reactor comprising a first multicellular extruded body oriented with its cells extending in parallel in a vertically downward direction from a first end of the body to a second end, the body having a first plurality of cells open at both ends of the body and a second plurality of said cells closed at one or both ends of the body, the second plurality of cells being arranged in one or more groups of contiguous cells and cooperating to define at least in part at least one fluidic passage extending through the body; and further flowing a liquid reactant film down inner surfaces of the first plurality of cells while flowing a gaseous reactant stream up or down the centers of the first plurality of cells while flowing a first heat exchange fluid through the at least one fluidic passage. Various alternative devices for performing the method are also disclosed. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110000546 | Method for transportation of cng or oil - The method of transporting natural gas from a subsea location to shore by providing a subsea tanker with a storage tank which is a balloon, a loading tower for the docking of the subsea tanker at a certain depth, loading the storage tank with natural gas at the loading tower, transporting the gas subsea at the same depth, providing a sales tower for the docking of said subsea tanker at a the same depth and venting said natural gas into a pipeline for delivery shore. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110000547 | TUBULAR VALVING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A tubular valving system includes, a tubular having a bore therethrough with at least one port defining fluidic communication between the bore and an outside of the tubular, and a valve stem disposed within the bore of the tubular that is longitudinally movable with respect to the tubular, the valve stem has an outer surface slidably engagable with the bore, the outer surface has features that provide variably choked fluidic communication between the bore and the at least one port, and an amount of choke varies depending upon a relative position of the valve stem with respect to the bore | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110000548 | AIRFLOW SEPARATION INITIATOR - A supersonic inlet includes a cowl and an innerbody. An airflow duct entrance, between the cowl and the centerbody, receives an incoming airflow. An airflow duct exit, between the cowl and the centerbody, delivers a subsonic airflow. A controlled airflow separation initiator, on the innerbody and upstream of a lip of the cowl, which, when actuated, creates a separation in the incoming airflow. The separation region changes the local flow field aerodynamics such that an airflow weight flow at the cowl lip matches an airflow weight flow at a duct minimum area, between the airflow duct entrance and the airflow duct exit. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110000549 | FUEL SUPPLY APPARATUS AND FUEL SUPPLY METHOD - The temperatures of fuel oils stored in fuel tanks | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110000550 | Manual Inflator With Cylinder Connector and Status Indicator - A manual inflator having a status indicator that indicates whether a fully-charged, unspent gas cylinder has been installed on the inflator. The status indicator comprises a “single point” indicator having an indicator window that displays the color “green” when the automatic inflator is fully operational or the color “red” when the inflator is at least partially inoperable automatically due to the removal of the gas cylinder or due to the firing of the inflator resulting in a spent gas cylinder. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110005599 | Expanding gate valve - An expanding gate valve having a valve body defining a valve chamber and flow passages and having spaced sealing surfaces. Gate members are moveable within the valve body between open and closed positions and at the closed position having sealing engagement with the spaced sealing surfaces. A wedge member is positioned between the gate members and has at least one tapered surface having reacting engagement with a tapered surface of one of the gate members so that relative linear movement of the gate member relative to the tapered surface of the wedge member develops a lateral gate expansion force causing expansion of the gate members for tight sealing engagement with the spaced sealing surfaces. A valve stem is linearly moveable to valve opening and closing positions within said valve body and has driving connection with the gate members Upon initial linear opening movement the valve stem causes sequential opening movement of the gate members prior to initial opening movement of said first gate member and releases the sealing force of the upstream gate member to minimize the force that is required for opening for the valve. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110005600 | CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A VALVE ASSEMBLY - A valve assembly ( | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110005601 | GAS TRANSPORT DELAY RESOLUTION FOR SHORT ETCH RECIPES - In one embodiment, an apparatus for providing a gas mixture of a plurality of gases, may have a plurality of mass flow controllers (MFCs), a mixing manifold in fluid connection with each plurality of MFCs, a plurality of mixing manifold exits positioned on the mixing manifold; and an isolation device in fluid connection with each of the plurality of mixing manifold exits. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110005602 | Rainwater Collection and Redistribution System - A system and method for collecting and redistributing rainwater by catching rainwater using a conventional roofing and guttering system, piping the rainwater into a collection vessel for storing the rainwater, pumping the rainwater from the collection vessel through a hose; and redistributing the rainwater from the collection vessel via the hose. The system can comprise a rainwater filter that provides one or more filtration stages to rainwater collected. The rainwater filter has a filter reservoir that includes one or more outlets to communicate filtered water to the collection vessel and one or more overflow ports. The filter may also include a shutoff valve to regulate flow of water into the collection vessel, and a filter reservoir drain to avoid stagnation of water in the filter reservoir. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110005603 | FLUID HANDLING STRUCTURE, LITHOGRAPHIC APPARATUS AND DEVICE MANUFACTURING METHOD - A fluid handling structure configured to supply and confine immersion liquid to a space defined between a projection system and a facing surface facing the fluid handling structure is disclosed. The fluid handling structure includes a supply passage formed therein for the passage of fluid from outside the fluid handling structure to the space, and a thermal isolator positioned adjacent the supply passage at least partly to isolate fluid in the supply passage from a thermal load induced in the fluid handling structure. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110005604 | ELECTRICALLY ACTUATED VALVE WITH A BALL SEALING ELEMENT | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110011462 | LIQUID TRANSPORTING METHOD AND CLASSIFYING METHOD - A method for transporting dispersion, includes: introducing dispersion containing particles into a liquid transporting channel from a dispersion introducing port; transporting the dispersion in a laminar flow through the liquid transporting channel; and discharging the dispersion from a downstream of the liquid transporting channel, and the liquid transporting channel has a bent portion in a vertical direction, and a Dean vortex which cancels an exchange flow that is produced by movement of the particles caused by gravitational force is generated in the bent portion. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110017301 | FACADE RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM - A rainwater harvesting system which utilises facade cladding instead of roof collection. The system uses the structural ‘transoms’ or horizontal glazing members to direct rainwater falling on the glazing panels into the vertical mullions, and from there downwards into a basement collection system as with more conventional rainwater harvesting. Embodiments are described including a slotted enclosed system, with lift out panels for cleaning, and an open system with easier cleaning access. Both embodiments allow rainwater to be collected before ground contamination occurs, making its filtration and reuse within the building easier. It also means that urban buildings can now seriously benefit from rainwater harvesting and reduce their water consumption in a way that only buildings with larger roof areas were able to before. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017302 | Rotary Distribution Apparatus Incorporating Interstage Pumps - The invention concerns a rotary distribution apparatus ( | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017303 | TIME FLOW VALVE - A fluid valve which opens for a predetermined time before automatically closing. The valve ( | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017304 | FLEXIBLE TUBES - The present invention relates to a flexible tube with at least one folding bellows which has a plurality of convolutes which have been formed in the wall of the tube and which run across an external surface of the tube, where there is no separation between the convolutes in an axial longitudinal direction of the tube and the folding bellows has at least one convolute which has two opposite bending zones and two restricted elongation zones, where the arrangement has the restricted elongation zones between the opposite bending zones, and the height of the external surface of the convolutes in the restricted elongation zones is below the height of the external surface of the convolutes in the bending zones but still above external surface of the tube, and the wall thickness of the flexible tube in at least one restricted elongation zone in at least one convolute, preferably in all convolutes, of the restricted elongation zones of the tube is specifically greater than the wall thickness in the bending zones. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017305 | Tubular Member with Thermal Sleeve Liner - A tubular fluid flow device of varying outside dimensions adapted for use in a high pressure, rapidly cycling temperature environment, an isolation ball valve, a ball valve isolation method and a catalyst transfer method. The flow device | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017306 | FLUID FLOW CONTROL VALVE - The invention provides a fluid flow control valve ( | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110017307 | COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY INCLUDING SEPARATOR AND EJECTOR PUMP - A fluid processing device for processing a multiphase fluid stream including a mixture of at least a gas and a liquid is disclosed. The fluid processing device may include at least one separator configured to separate the fluid stream into a liquid portion and a gaseous portion and deposit the liquid portion into a liquid reservoir. The gaseous portion may be directed to a compressor configured to pressurize and discharge a pressurized gas into a fluid discharge line. A portion of the pressurized gas may be further pressurized and directed to at least one ejector pump fluidly coupled to the liquid reservoir and configured to draw in liquid and discharge pressurized liquid into the fluid discharge line. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110023965 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING REGULATING HOLE - A method of controlling a regulating hole for regulating an amount of light, a flow rate of fluid, a pressure of fluid passing through a tubular passage is provided. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023966 | FLUID SUPPLY APPARATUS, FLUID APPLYING APPARATUS, AND FLUID SUPPLY METHOD - A fluid supply apparatus includes a piston, a piston support portion to support the piston, a container support portion capable of supporting a container in which a fluid is contained, and a drive mechanism. The drive mechanism drives at least one of the container support portion and the piston support portion in a direction in which the piston is inserted into the container at a time when supply of the fluid is performed and drives at least one of the container support portion and the piston support portion in a direction in which the piston is relatively removed from the container at a time when the supply of the fluid is stopped. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023967 | TEMPORARY DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND TEMPORARY DRAINAGE METHOD - A temporary drainage system for draining rain water that flows into a floor under construction to an outside of a building during construction of a multiple-story building includes: a flexible drainage collection hose connected to a penetration hole formed in a floor slab of the floor under construction; a sand-settling vessel provided on a floor slab of a constructed floor of the building and connected to the drainage collection hose; a drainage pit provided on a lowest floor of the building to store drainage water discharged from the sand-settling vessel through a drainage hose; and a drainage pump provided in the drainage pit. The drainage water collected into the drainage pit is discharged to the outside of the building by an operation of the drainage pump. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110030802 | FRESH FLUSH RECYCLING TOILET - A fresh flush recycling toilet system, which may be portable, is provided having an enclosed housing and including a tank upon which a toilet seat and bowl is positioned. The tank has a vertically oriented solid wall extending across the bottom of the tank the full distance between the front and rear walls forming two sections in the tank. Waste material drops, under the influence of gravity, into the tank where it is accumulated for collection. The vertically oriented solid wall does not extend fully to the top of the tank. In its initial state, the second section of the tank is filled with fresh water. A pump draws water through a hose submersed in the second section of the tank. That water is flushed into the toilet bowl to rinse waste down through the toilet bowl into the first section of the tank. As the water in the second section of the tank is depleted and flushed, the liquid waste deposited in the first section of the tank overflows the vertically oriented solid wall into the second section of the tank to recycle the liquid waste and extend the period before servicing of the system is necessary. A filter may be included between the first section of the tank and the second section of the tank to prevent solid waste from getting into the second section of the tank. The system is regularly serviced at which time both sections of the tank are emptied and a new supply of fresh water is placed in the second section of the tank. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110030803 | Sample Preparation Dosing Unit - A sample preparation dosing unit for liquid dosing is provided comprising an inlet port and an outlet port fluidically coupling the sample preparation dosing unit to a supply and target, respectively; a pump, fluidically arranged between the inlet port and the outlet port; an outlet flow restrictor with an outlet flow resistance, fluidically arranged between a pump outlet and outlet port; and a control arrangement with a branch, a control valve, and a control flow restrictor with a control flow resistance. The branch divides the flow at the pump outlet into an outlet flow through the outlet flow restrictor and into a control flow through the control flow restrictor. The control flow downstream of the control flow restrictor is fed, depending on the state of the control valve, either into the outlet port thereby merging with the outlet flow downstream of the outlet flow restrictor, or into a bypass conduit. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110030804 | FLUID REDISTRIBUTION DEVICE FOR CONTAINERS HAVING A WORKING FLUID - A container having a working fluid that can be used to build freeform fabricated components is disclosed. A distributing member and a fluid moving device are used in conjunction with the container. The fluid moving device can take the form of a pump and the distributing member is moveable across a surface of the working fluid to either deposit working fluid or withdraw working fluid from the surface. The distributing member is in fluid communication with the fluid moving device, which is in fluid communication with an opening in the container. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110030805 | BLOWOUT PREVENTER WITH LOCK - A lock for a ram shaft of a blowout preventer has a ram shaft controlled by an actuator, the ram shaft having a ram block end and a locking end, the locking end having an internal cavity that extends along an axis of the ram shaft, and a locking pin in the internal cavity. The locking pin has a release position retracted into the internal cavity, and a locking position extending from the internal cavity. A rotational stop engages the ram shaft and prevents the ram shaft from rotating. A locking pin stop is secured relative to the actuator, the locking pin stop engaging the locking pin in the locking position to prevent axial movement of the ram shaft. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110041919 | System of identification fittings for hydraulic pressure lines - An identification system comprises removable fittings for the pressure lines or hoses. The identification system in particular comprises sets of matched identification fittings which are joinable together, but separable for individual mounting to respective ones of a pressure line fitting and the port to which the pressure fitting is connected. The identification fittings have matched surface indicia, which has a unique identifier that is common to both of the matched identification fittings provided as a set. For example, one set of identification fittings may each be marked with a visible indicator such as a common letter such as a capital A. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110041920 | AUTOMATIC DRAINING SYSTEM TO DRAIN FLUID FROM A FILTER - An automatic draining system is provided. The system includes a floating valve having a density less than a first fluid and greater than a second fluid. The floating valve has a floating position that allows the first fluid to pass through a floating valve opening when the floating valve compartment is filed with the first fluid, and a sealing position that prevents the first and second fluids from passing through the floating valve opening when the floating valve compartment is not filled with the first fluid. Also included is a solenoid valve in fluid communication with the floating valve compartment. The solenoid valve has a solenoid opening that is open when the solenoid valve is energized and is closed when the solenoid valve is de-energized. Further included is a filter media downstream of the solenoid valve that filters the first liquid prior to the first fluid exiting the system. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110041921 | FLOW CONTROL VALVE - A flow control valve ( | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110048539 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MECHANICALLY LOCATING AND READING THE SETTING OF AN ADJUSTABLE VALVE - A device for mechanically locating and reading the setting of an adjustable magnetic valve for controlling the flow of a fluid in a predetermined direction (D) comprises a magnetic compass ( | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110048540 | DEVICES, ASSEMBLIES, AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING FLUID FLOW - Valves are provided for controlling flow along a fluid line that includes an outer shell and an inner housing slidably disposed therein that includes connector threads surrounding a boss on one end and a passage including a tapered region within the boss. A shaft within the valve includes a base coupled to the outer shell, a tapered sealing pin disposed within the tapered region, and a fluid passage extending through the base to outlets in the sealing pin. A connector may be threaded into the one end of the inner housing, thereby slidably engaging the connector threads, camming elements on the inner housing causing the inner housing to move helically from a closed position wherein the sealing pin engages the boss to seal the outlets and an open position wherein the inner housing is directed away from the sealing pin to open a fluid path through the valve. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110048541 | Vacuum Saturation Technique for Porous Aggregate Material - A method of saturating porous aggregate material includes: (a) filling an interior of a vacuum vessel with porous aggregate material; (b) applying a vacuum to the vessel interior until a desired vacuum level is reached; (c) drawing water into the vessel under vacuum until substantially all of said aggregate material is covered; and (d) pumping unabsorbed water from the vacuum vessel. A system for saturating porous aggregate materials includes: (a) a vacuum vessel; (b) a vacuum line fluidly connected to a top portion of the vessel, whereby opening the vacuum line using a valve imparts negative pressure to the vacuum vessel; (c) a water delivery conduit fluidly connected at one end to a water source and at its other end to the vessel interior; and (d) a water removal conduit fluidly connected at one end to the vessel interior and at its other end to a pump. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110056565 | FLUID RECEIVING CHAMBER, MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLUID RECEIVING CHAMBER, AND FLUID MIXING METHOD - A fluid receiving chamber including a fluid inlet hole through which a fluid flows from outside, an inner space which contains the fluid, a fluid supply hole through which the fluid flows from the fluid inlet hole to the inner space, and a fluid outlet hole through which the fluid contained in the inner space is discharged to the outside, where the fluid supply hole is disposed above the fluid outlet hole, and the fluid is supplied to the inner space through the fluid supply hole by gravity. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110056566 | Dual-Acting Multi-Actuation Mode Gate Valve - A dual acting multi actuation gate valve is provided that includes a secondary actuation mechanism. The valve may include a body, a shaft, a movable portion disposed within the body and coupled to the shaft, wherein the movable portion is configured to allow fluid flow through the valve when in a first position and to prevent fluid flow through the valve when in a second position. The valve includes an actuator coupled to the shaft, wherein the actuator is configured to move the movable portion between the first position and the second position, a mechanical connection between the actuator and the shaft, wherein the mechanical connection is configured to fail in response to an internal pressure, wherein the failure of the mechanical connection maintains the movable portion in the second position. A method of operation and testing the valve are also provided. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110056567 | LOCKOUT DEVICE - A lockout device is provided for an instrument having a body and an actuating member extending from the body for operating the instrument. The lockout device includes a bottom member, a cover member, and a flexible member. The bottom member and cover member are adapted to receive a cinching portion of the flexible member between first and second holding surfaces of the bottom member and cover member. When the flexible member is wrapped around a portion of the body and received between the first and second holding surfaces and the cover member is in a closed position, the first and second holding surfaces prevent movement of a cinching portion of the flexible member. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110056568 | Method and Apparatus for Diverting Flowing Liquid from a Conduit - A compact system is provided for diverting excess flow of liquid such as waste water from a conduit and to retain debris within the conduit. This incorporates a control section ( | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110061738 | Hod System - A system and method for transporting a bulk solid biomass fuel. The biomass transport system comprises a remote storage bin (RSB), a biomass transfer system, and a vacuum source. The RSB contains a quantity of fuel and a controllable dispensing valve configured to dispense a controlled rate of the fuel into a first pipe. The vacuum source provides a stream of air through a second pipe. The biomass transfer system comprises a register and a hod. The register is coupled to a support surface, a first opening be fluidly coupled to the first pipe, and a second opening fluidly coupled to the second pipe. The hod is removably fluidly coupled to the register and comprises a body defining a sealed cavity for storing a user selected quantity of fuel; a feed pipe disposed within the sealed cavity and configured to be fluidly coupled to the first opening to receive air and the fuel from the remote storage bin; and an air pipe disposed within the sealed cavity, the air pipe configured to be fluidly coupled to the second opening such that substantially only air exits the sealed cavity and the fuel is stored within the sealed cavity. The method comprises applying a vacuum to the second pipe to create a flow of air and dispensing a controlled rate of fuel from the remote storage bin into the first pipe using a controllable dispensing valve; and separating the fuel from the flow of air such that substantially only air exits the sealed cavity through the second pipe and the fuel is stored within the sealed cavity. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110061739 | METHOD OF BYPASSING A PIPELINE IN A MULTIPLE PIPELINE SYSTEM - The present invention relates to an apparatus and method of producing gaseous and liquid component streams from at least two multi-phase streams in at least two pipelines, the method comprising at least the steps of:
| 03-17-2011 |
| 20110067761 | Storage Tank Containment Apparatus - A secondary containment apparatus for storage tanks has a floor, and side walls sealed to the floor to form a containment structure configured to be placed on a transport vehicle for transport along a public road as a single unit so further assembly at the work site is not required. The floor and the side walls are configured to support the side walls in an upright orientation, and lifting lugs are configured for connection to a crane for lifting the apparatus. A wall port can be provided in a lower portion of the side wall to facilitate connection of the storage tank inside the structure to a conduit outside the structure. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110067762 | Automatic flush actuation apparatus - An automatic flush actuation apparatus, which is incorporated with a flushing system having a water inlet, a water outlet, and a water chamber communicating therebetween, that includes a valve member being moved by a flush lever for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing from the water inlet to the water outlet, and a sensor-operated powering assembly including a relief valve provided at the valve member for controlling the water flowing to the water outlet and an actuator arranged in such a manner that while sensing a presence of a user of the flushing to system, the actuator is driven to move the relief valve to an opened position for releasing the water pressure within the water chamber to allow the water passing to said water outlet. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110073188 | MICROVALVE FOR CONTROL OF COMPRESSED FLUIDS - A compressed fluid microvalve for controlling flow of compressed fluid from a region of high pressure to a region of low pressure is provided. A chamber includes an inlet port, a region of high pressure, and an outlet port leading to a region of low pressure. A cantilever beam includes a first portion, a second portion, and a third portion. The cantilever beam is anchored to a portion of the chamber and is suspended in the chamber such that the first portion and third portion of the cantilever beam are exposed to the region of high pressure on all sides. The second portion of the cantilever beam overlaps the outlet port. The cantilever beam includes a first position in contact with the outlet port to prevent fluid flow from the chamber through the outlet port and a second position removed from contact with the outlet port to permit fluid flow from the chamber through the outlet port. A controller is in electrical communication with the cantilever beam and is configured to provide an actuation pulse to the cantilever beam to move the cantilever beam from the first position in contact with the outlet port to the second position removed from contact with the outlet port. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110073189 | WATER SHUT OFF WITH FLOW SENSOR EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN - An apparatus and method for monitoring and shutting off water flow through a conduit in which a user sets a time period for which water may flow through the apparatus. Once the time limit has been reached, the apparatus of the invention shuts a valve, ceasing water flow to a water-using appliance. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110073190 | HOT WATER HEATER AND METHOD OF SUPPLYING HOT WATER - A hot water heater comprises a hot water tank, a supply pipe to be connected to the public water mains and a discharge pipe to be connected to a tap. The hot water tank has a circumferential wall which encloses the interior of the tank and which is provided with a heating element disposed inside the hot water tank and with a temperature control device. The circumferential wall of the tank comprises a part which is bellows-shaped so as to be deformable under pressure, thus enabling the tank to expand and contract. The bellows-shaped part of the tank wall is surrounded by a gas chamber containing a gas under pressure, which is capable of balancing the expansion of the tank. The invention further relates to a method for supplying hot water. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110079286 | Expansion Valve - A valve assembly ( | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110083745 | Combustion gas extraction probe and combustion gas treatment method - [Problems] A combustion gas extraction probe that is capable of preventing burnout of a head metal portion of a probe, capable of rapidly cooling a high-temperature gas in a uniform manner in a probe, and whose outer diameter can be kept small. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110083746 | SMART VALVE UTILIZING A FORCE SENSOR - A valve, in certain embodiments, includes a body having a flow path, a stem, a flow element coupled to the stem, wherein the flow element interfaces with the flow path to regulate flow of a fluid through the flow path, and a force sensor coupled to the stem and configured to indicate an amount of force exerted on the stem. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110083747 | Non-Rising Electric Actuated Valve Operator - The present invention features a coke drum de-heading system. The de-header valve is equipped with a valve body, a gate, a transmission system and an actuator. Actuation of the valve closure functions to open and close the de-header valve. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110083748 | FLOW CONTROLLER - A movable flow controller is interposed in a fluid flow path. The flow controller includes an elongate groove having a first end and a second end. The groove preferably is sized and shaped so that a cross-sectional area of the groove changes along its length from the first end to the second end, and terminates in a hole through the flow controller. In operation, a portion of the groove is aligned with an inlet of the flow path on a first side of the controller, and the hole is in communication with an outlet of the flow path on a second side of the controller. Moving the flow controller relative to the flow path input varies the minimum cross-sectional area of the flow path through the controller and thus selectively limits fluid flow through the controller. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110088784 | MULTI-FUNCTION PULL-OUT WAND - A multi-function faucet wand configured to be removably supported by the delivery spout of a faucet. The faucet wand includes a mode control movable in response to user input from between a first position for directing water in an aerate mode, and a second position for directing water in a spray mode. A flow control is movable in response to user input from between a first position for providing a low flow rate of water, and a second position for providing a high flow rate of water. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110088785 | SAFETY FEATURE FOR STUCK VALVE - A method for controlling a safety feature for a hydraulic machine is provided. The method includes detecting when at least control valve for a controller of an implement for the hydraulic machine is stuck in a position. An exhaust valve for the hydraulic control system is then moved to a closed position to prevent movement of the implement of the hydraulic machine. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110088786 | METHOD FOR MANIPULATING A LIQUID ON A FABRICATED MICROSTRUCTURED PLATFORM - A method for manipulating a first liquid within a device including fabricated microstructures for transporting the first liquid through a system of capillary channels and cavities with a closed configuration. The method including transporting the first liquid through the system by capillary force only, stopping a flow of the first liquid temporarily at a capillary stop, switching on the flow of the first liquid after a desired stop time is elapsed, adjusting the stop time of the first liquid by a length and a cross-section of the control capillary between a beginning of the control capillary and its end at the capillary stop, metering the first liquid to be manipulated, and holding a metered amount of the first liquid during the stop time within a cavity. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110088787 | Slurry Catalyst Flow Splitters and Methods of Using the Same - A system for feeding a slurry catalyst composition including: a primary slurry feed system comprising a primary slurry flow meter and a primary catalyst injection device, wherein the primary slurry flow meter measures a primary slurry catalyst composition flow rate to the primary catalyst injection device; and a secondary slurry feed system comprising a secondary slurry flow meter, a secondary carrier liquid, a secondary carrier liquid control device, and a secondary catalyst injection device, wherein the secondary slurry flow meter measures a secondary slurry catalyst composition flow rate to the secondary catalyst injection device, wherein the secondary carrier liquid control device controls a process parameter of the secondary slurry feed system based a ratio of the primary slurry catalyst composition flow rate to the secondary slurry catalyst composition flow rate. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110094589 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING SOLENOID VALVE - A method of solenoid valve control includes measuring voltage across the solenoid valve and current through the solenoid valve, and using the results to aid in controlling the solenoid valve. For instance, one or both of the measured values may be used to determine when actual engagement of the solenoid valve occurs. An initial lower voltage and lower current can be used, and then as conditions change, the changes in condition can be accounted for by increasing voltage and current to maintain the desired response time of the solenoid valve. By measuring and controlling voltage and current less of a margin can be used, both in setting voltage/current levels and in selecting the time over which a pull voltage/current is utilized. This reduces the wasted energy in the system, as well as reducing the temperature rise in the solenoid valve. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110094590 | Method For Operating a Fluid Valve Via An Oscillating Valve Motion - In a method for operating a fluid valve for controlling or regulating a fluid, having at least one movable valve component is displaceable with the aid of at least one electrical actuating signal which contains at least one first actuating signal portion which causes an oscillating valve motion of the valve component. Pressure oscillations generated in the fluid due to the oscillating valve motion are detected, and are used for regulation of the oscillating valve motion caused by the first actuating signal portion. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110094591 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE INITIALIZATION METHOD, MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE INITIALIZATION APPARATUS AND MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE PACKAGE - In a method for initialization of a microfluidic device including a first substrate including a microfluidic channel disposed therein, a valve seat disposed in a microfluidic channel and protruding from the first substrate, and a second substrate disposed opposite to the first substrate and including a space formed therein and corresponding to the valve seat, and a polymer film disposed between the first and second substrates, the method includes separating the polymer film from a surface of the valve seat by applying a positive pressure into the microfluidic channel of the first substrate and applying a negative pressure into the space of the second substrate. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110094592 | Fluid Check Valve with a Floating Pivot - A fluid check valve consisting of a pair of leaflets contained within an annular body member ( | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110100468 | Fluidic Impulse Generator - A device for vibrating tubing as it is inserted into a wellbore is disclosed. The device has a fluidic switch that has no moving parts. The fluidic switch is connected to a piston that oscillates back and forth in a cylinder. The piston is the only moving part. As the piston oscillates, it blocks and unblocks openings in the cylinder or other components. The movement of the piston controls the timing of the oscillation, and also generates an impulse or vibration. The vibration may reduce the friction between the tubing and the wellbore. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110100469 | FLOW CONTROL VALVE - A flow control valve satisfies the operational requirements of a cooling machine for hot metal strips or plates. The valve is operated by a pneumatic actuator which is controlled by use of a high performance pneumatic proportional valve in conjunction with an electronic controller receiving reference and feedback signals. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110100470 | Multi-Speed Resin Cartridge Production System - Provided is a system and method for producing resin cartridges that can be used in mine roof bolt applications. The system and method can be used to produce resin cartridges that contain a first portion that includes a resin and a catalyst that cure at a first speed when mixed together and a second portion that includes a resin and a catalyst that cure at a second speed when mixed together. The system can include a base material supply source, a plurality of branch lines, at least one altering material supply line in fluid communication with at least one branch line, a valve arrangement, a product line, and a packaging machine. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110108119 | Particulate flow control process - The present invention relates to the control of flow of a particulate feed to a reactor, and in particular provides a process for providing a slurry of particulate matter to a reactor, comprising:
| 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108120 | METHOD FOR HANDLING AQUEOUS METHANESULFONIC ACID SOLUTIONS - A method for handling aqueous solutions of methanesulfonic acid (MSA) having a concentration from 50 to 99% by weight of MSA and a total chlorine content of less than 50 mg/kg in apparatuses in which the aqueous MSA solution is in contact with steel surfaces. The steel comprises austenitic steels having a chromium content of from 15 to 22% by weight and a nickel content of from 9 to 15% by weight. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108121 | Polymer Compositions and Pressure-Resistant Pipes Made Therefrom - The present invention deals with polymer compositions suitable for making pipes. The compositions comprise a multimodal copolymer of ethylene and one or more alpha-olefins having from 4 to 10 carbon atoms wherein the multimodal ethylene copolymer has a density of from 924 to 935 kg/m | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108122 | Ozone Systems for Multi-Chamber Tools - An improved system and method for controlling ozone concentration in connection with a multi-chamber tool. The system and method involve a first and a second concentration controller in combination with an ozone generator. The first concentration controller detects an EVENT (i.e., one of the chambers in the multi-chamber tool coming on-line or off-line) and in response provides a power instruction to the ozone generator in accordance with a predictive control algorithm. The first concentration controller has a fast (i.e, about 1 second) response time. The second concentration controller is masked from the ozone generator during the EVENT, but otherwise controls the generator after an interval of time has lapsed after the EVENT. The second concentration controller has a slower response time than the first concentration controller, however the second concentration controller provides the system with long-term stability and can be used to provide updated data to the predictive control algorithm. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110114186 | METHODS AND ARRANGEMENT FOR HANDLING ASPHALT EMULSION - A method for handling asphalt emulsion is provided. The method includes providing the asphalt emulsion. The method also includes employing a first set of diaphragm pumps to transfer the asphalt emulsion from a first container to a second container. The second container represents a first storage tank if the first container is a colloidal mill. The second container represents a transportation tank if the first container is the first storage tank. The second container represents a second storage tank at a job site if the first container is the transportation tank. The second container represents a slurry machine if the first container is the second storage tank at the job site. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110114187 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONVEYING STATUS INFORMATION REGARDING AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET - An electronic faucet has controller is configured to selectively open and close a valve to provide fluid flow through the valve and a passageway of the faucet. The controller is programmed to monitor a maintenance condition of the electronic faucet and to selectively open and close the valve to generate a fluid flow pattern through the passageway to provide an indication to a user of an existing maintenance condition. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110114188 | Method for operating a tank device especially of a motor vehicle - In a method for operating a tank device of a motor vehicle having a tank and a valve which is adjustable by a driver stage connected to an energy supply, the valve is closed in response to an ascertained fault. Based on the fault, two output signals are formed for closing the valve: one of the output signals represents a relay signal and interrupts the energy supply to the driver stage. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110114189 | Fuel System Components - Fuel system components comprising polymer compositions containing functionalized graphene sheets. The components are formed from the polymer compositions or are coated with the polymer composition. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110114190 | MICROFLUIDIC DROPLET GENERATION AND/OR MANIPULATION WITH ELECTRORHEOLOGICAL FLUID - The subject disclosure relates to microfluidic devices, systems and methodologies that facilitate generation of droplets, control, and/or manipulation thereof with electrorheological (ER) fluids. In one aspect, ER fluids can be employed with a carrier fluid or as a carrier fluid to enable droplet generation, control, and/or manipulation. As a further advantage, embodiments of the disclosed subject matter can include droplet generation, control, and/or manipulation for liquids, gases, combinations, etc. Further non-limiting embodiments are provided that illustrate the advantages and flexibility of the disclosed structures. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110120559 | Device and method for controlling an electromagnetic valve - In a method for controlling an electromagnetic valve, the temperature of the valve is detected, and activation of and/or the current feed to the valve are performed as a function of the temperature of the valve. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110120560 | FLUIDIZED BED REACTOR SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a fluidized bed reactor system made up of at least two fluidized bed reactors, comprising at least one main reactor ( | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110120561 | COMBINED WATER STORAGE AND DETENTION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF PRECIPITATION HARVESTING AND MANAGEMENT - A combined water storage and detention (CWSD) system for maximizing storm water control and availability for use. The CWSD system includes a plurality of water conduits, remotely controllable water pumps, water storage drain valves, auxiliary bypass discharge valves, and, in pertinent part, a storage/detention system for storing/retaining a first volume of storm and sewer drain water, a sensing device for estimating a second volume of storm and sewer drain water within the storage/detention system, the second volume being less than or equal to the first volume, a precipitation forecast device for forecasting an expected time-dependent volume of water being added to or to be added to the system, and a controller that is structured and arranged to control the operating states of the plurality of controllable water pumps, water storage draining valves, and auxiliary bypass discharge valves. Preferably, the precipitation forecast device provides weather precipitation parameter data from a network source such as the World Wide Web, the Internet, a local area network (LAN), and a wide area network (WAN) and the sensing device is adapted to determine at least one of whether the second volume is below a pre-established minimum storage volume and whether the second volume is above a pre-established maximum storage volume. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110120562 | FLUID MIXING AND DELIVERY IN MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS - The specification generally discloses systems and methods for mixing and delivering fluids in microfluidic systems. The fluids can contain, in some embodiments reagents that can participate in one or more chemical or biological reactions. Some embodiments relate to systems and methods employing one or more vent valves to controllably flow and/or mix portions of fluid within the microfluidic system. Advantageously, fluid control such as a sequence of fluid flow and/or a change in flow rate, can be achieved by opening and closing one or more vent valves and by applying a single source of fluid flow (e.g., a vacuum) operated at a substantially constant pressure. This can simplify the operation and use of the device by an intended user. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110120563 | GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM, SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS AND GAS SUPPLY METHOD - A gas supply system for supplying a gas into a processing chamber for processing a substrate to be processed includes: a processing gas supply unit; a processing gas supply line; a first and a second branch line; a branch flow control unit; an additional gas supply unit; an additional gas supply line; and a control unit. The control unit performs, before processing the substrate to be processed, a processing gas supply control and an additional gas supply control by using the processing gas supply unit and the additional gas supply unit, respectively, wherein the additional gas supply control includes a control that supplies the additional gas at an initial flow rate greater than a set flow rate and then at the set flow rate after a lapse of a period of time. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110126909 | ROTARY UNION WITH SELECTIVELY CONTROLLED SEAL - A rotary union includes a non-rotating machine component having a receiving counterbore, a media channel opening, and a control channel. A housing is positioned within the receiving counterbore and has a bore and a control chamber in fluid communication with the control channel. A non-rotating seal member is slidably and sealingly disposed within the bore in the housing and has a media channel in fluid communication with the media channel opening and the receiving counterbore. The non-rotating seal member can be selectively extended or retracted within the bore of the housing, such that selective engagement of a face seal is accomplished under different operating conditions of the rotary union. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126910 | Microfluidic devices and methods for binary mixing - The invention provides microfluidic devices and methods for carrying out sequential binary reactions. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126911 | Composite Plastic Articles - This invention provides composite plastic articles and methods of making them. The articles can be fluidic or microfluidic devices having fluidic conduits and, optionally, pneumatic conduits that regulate flow in the fluidic conduits. The articles comprise a first substrate coated with a layer of a material that comprises, or onto which have been introduced, reactive groups. For example, the substrate can be a plastic coated with an oxide or a siloxane onto which hydroxyl groups have been introduced. These articles are covalently bonded with other articles comprising reactive groups on their surfaces, for example, polysiloxanes treated to have silanol groups. Certain articles have specified locations on their surfaces that are not bonded to the other piece. For example, the coating can be removed from these locations before bonding. Such locations can be useful as functional elements of various devices, such as valve seats in valves of microfluidic devices. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126912 | SUB SEA HYBRID VALVE ACTUATOR SYSTEM AND METHOD - A sub sea valve actuator system including a piston and cylinder assembly and a return spring arranged in an actuator housing, a hydraulic pump and electric motor assembly associated with the piston and cylinder assembly, and hydraulic flow lines for hydraulic medium driving the piston and cylinder in relative displacement against a force of the return spring. The valve actuator system includes a detector configured to detect an end-of-stroke position of the piston and cylinder assembly. The detector includes at least one of: a motor current monitoring circuit unit, a hydraulic medium pressure sensor unit, a position sensor unit, and a linear variable differential transformer unit. An electromechanical arresting mechanism is arranged to be energized for releasably arresting the return spring in a compressed state in result of the detected end-of-stroke position. A method for operation of a sub sea valve actuator system by which an end-of-stroke position for a piston and cylinder assembly in a sub sea valve actuator system can be determined. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110132463 | SYNCHRONIZATION OF SUPPLY FLOW PATHS - A solvent supply system for supplying a composite solvent is described. The solvent supply system comprises a first supply flow path with a first pump unit, the first supply flow path being adapted for supplying a flow of a first solvent to a mixing unit, the first pump unit operating periodically, and a second supply flow path with a second pump unit, the second supply flow path being adapted for supplying a flow of a second solvent to the mixing unit, the second pump unit operating periodically. The mixing unit is adapted for mixing the first and the second solvent and for supplying a composite solvent. The solvent supply system further comprises a control unit adapted for controlling operation of the first and the second pump unit, the control unit being adapted to prevent at least one of a predefined phase relation and a predefined frequency relation between the first pump unit and the second pump unit. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110132464 | Purging Device for Assembled Unit and Method of Deflating an Assembled Unit - A purging device for an assembled unit for a vehicle, having both a wheel comprising a rim and a tire. The purging device comprises a body connected to the inflation tube of the assembled unit, said body being designed to be subjected to the inflation pressure of the assembled unit, and a piston able to move inside the body, said piston operating an open/close element, fixed to the piston, between a closed position and a purging position of the body, said open/close element being normally closed, the open/close element and the piston each having a face designed to be exposed to the inflation air inside the body in the closed position, and the open/close element being opened by the action of an operating force on the piston. Also disclosed is a method for deflating an assembled unit. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110139254 | POPPET VALVE WITH DUAL FLOW AREA GAIN - Disclosed is a poppet valve ( | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139255 | Process for transferring a liquid using a pump - Process for transferring a liquid from a passive tank ( | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139256 | Automate fluid flow control system - An automate fluid flow control system includes a relief valve for being sealedly disposed within a fluid chamber in an immovable manner to seal a flow of fluid flowing from a fluid inlet to a fluid outlet, and an actuator. The relief valve has a fluid passage for controlling a flow rate of the fluid passing from the fluid chamber to the fluid outlet, and a valve stopper sealedly closing the fluid passage for controlling the fluid flowing from the fluid chamber to the fluid outlet, wherein the valve stopper is driven to move between a closed position that the valve stopper is sealedly retained to close the fluid passage for blocking said fluid passing to the fluid outlet, and an opened position that the valve stopper is moved to unseal the fluid passage for allowing the fluid passing to the fluid outlet through the fluid passage. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139257 | PASSIVE SOLIDS SUPPLY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING SOLIDS - A solids supply system having a solids deaeration zone and a solids pump zone, and a method for supplying the solids e.g., pulverized dry coal, to an application, e.g., gasification process. The solids deaeration zone includes a container having a passageway defined by one or more sloped walls. The solids deaeration zone is operable to deaerate and convey the solids to the solids pump zone. In the solids deaeration zone, the solids become sufficiently compacted prior to and upon entry into the solids pump zone to be effectively conveyed through the solids pump zone. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139258 | MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING A BARRIER LAYER AND THEIR USE TO CONVEY FLUIDS - The present invention relates to the field of multilayer structures that are particularly suitable for conveying fuels. The multilayer structure comprises a) a polyamide layer made of a polyamide composition comprising one or more semi-aromatic copolyamides and b) a barrier layer made of ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymers (EVOH), wherein the polyamide layer is directly adhered to the barrier layer. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139259 | STORAGE HOT WATER SUPPLYING APPARATUS, HOT WATER SUPPLYING AND SPACE HEATING APPARATUS, OPERATION CONTROL APPARATUS, OPERATION CONTROL METHOD, AND OPERATION CONTROL PROGRAM - A storage hot water supplying apparatus which efficiently operates with largely increased available heat in a water storage tank is provided. The storage hot water supplying apparatus ( | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110146797 | FLEXIBLE PIPE SUPPORT - A method and apparatus are disclosed for supporting a flexible pipe. The method includes the steps of responsive to a change in at least one condition experienced by a flexible pipe, varying an amount of support provided at least one location on the flexible pipe. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146798 | PURGE MANIFOLD - A purge manifold for mounting between a source of pressurized process fluid and an instrumentation manifold is described. The purge manifold includes a manifold body and various passageways therein including a purge fluid inlet, process fluid inlet(s) and test and bypass valves. In the most preferred use of the invention the purge manifold is mounted directly to an instrumentation manifold, winch instrumentation manifold is fluidly coupled directly to a differential pressure transmitter. The purge manifold permits introduction of a purging fluid to evacuate the passageways of the purge manifold and force the process fluid at least towards the taps of the source of process fluid. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146799 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A PROCESS FLUID STREAM AND POSITIONER - In a method or system for controlling a process fluid stream within an industrial process plant, a pump is provided in series with a control valve having an associated positioner to control the fluid stream. A required fluid passage quantity for the process fluid stream is set by positioning the control valve with the positioner into a respective valve position and capturing an actual position of the valve. A physically sensible actual property value related to passage of the process fluid through the control valve is determined. The actual property value as well as the actual valve position are evaluated by an evaluation routine with respect to a predetermined optimization parameter specific to the valve with its associated positioner. If a deviation occurs from the optimization parameter, a pump drive value for the pump and control valve position drive value for the valve positioner are tuned to each other in such a way that the optimization parameter is approached. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146800 | DOMESTIC WATER RECYCLING APPARATUS AND FLUID CONTAMINATION DETECTION SYSTEM THEREFOR - A domestic water recycling system using a combination of an optical detector to detect certain smaller sized (non-filtered) contaminants and a filter to remove larger sized (filtered) contaminants provides an efficient wastewater recycling system. Optical detection of contaminants determines whether water is discharged or filtered and recycled. The optical detection system can use several discrete optical wavelengths that are passed through the fluid, and can determine a relative presence of the contaminants based on the resulting wavelength response. A recycling shower using optical detection, an electronically actuated directional device and pump and a controller allows for automatic recycling or discharging of water without requiring user input. The system may include a turbulence reduction baffle in a collection chamber, and a disinfection unit for the recycled water. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146801 | INJECTION ADDITIVES INTO CLOSED SYSTEMS - A method for introducing additives into a closed system though a high pressure side service port is disclosed. In a first example, a method of introducing an additive into a closed system is disclosed comprising the steps of connecting a fluid flow path with the high pressure side service port of a closed system and transporting the additive from a fluid reservoir through the fluid flow path into the high pressure side service port of the system. The method may further comprise purging the closed system prior to introducing the additive into the system. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146802 | WATER INTAKE STRUCTURE - Water intake structures for power plants and other industrial facilities may include an inflow channel, a deep well, an outflow channel, and an intake channel. These structures include a fish screen, such as a wedge-wire screen or the like, positioned between the deep well and the intake channel to separate fish, fish larvae and fish eggs from water supplied to the intake channel from the deep well. One or more circulating or sweep flow pumps are positioned proximate an outlet of the outflow channel. The sweep flow pumps are used to maintain a sweep flow through the deep well of the intake structure to help sweep fish, fish larvae and fish eggs away from the fish screen and into the outflow channel. The screens are provided in multiple embodiments to include symmetrical shaped bars or wires, and asymmetric shaped bars or wires. One configuration of the asymmetric shaped bars or wires includes a trailing edge protrusion that creates centrifugal forces in the flow of water to enhance separation of particles from the water stream. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146803 | MULTIFUNCTIONAL OFFSHORE BASE WITH LIQUID DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM - A liquid displacement system includes a storage tank, a volume of a first gas, and a volume of a second gas. The storage tank has at least one water ballast compartment to store water and at least one liquid storage compartment to store liquid and is configured symmetrically. A pump module may also be coupled to the storage tank. The pump module has at least one pair of loading pumps operating substantially at equal mass flow rate to displace the water with the liquid, and at least one pair of offloading pumps operating substantially at equal mass flow rate to displace the liquid with the water. Also, a gas valve module may be coupled to the storage tank to control pressure of the first gas and the second gas in the storage tank. The first gas is natural gas or inert gas. The second gas is natural gas. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146804 | FLUID OPERATED ACTUATOR SYSTEM - An actuation system ( | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110155250 | HYDRAULIC ACTUATING DEVICE FOR A SLIDING STEM CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY - A hydraulic actuating device for a sliding stem control valve assembly is mounted between a control valve and an actuator housing. The hydraulic actuating device is connected to one of a control valve stem, an actuator stem, and a stem connector and the hydraulic actuating device moves either the control valve stem, the actuator stem, or the stem connector in response to varying hydraulic pressure within the hydraulic actuating device. The hydraulic actuating device may be used to override an actuator of the sliding stem valve during emergency operations, or to provide a backup actuator in the case of a primary actuator malfunction. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110155251 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING A VALVE - A proximity sensor is disclosed. The proximity sensor may be incorporated as part of a water delivery device. A holder which aligns an optical source and sensor of the proximity sensor is disclosed. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110155252 | WATER-SAVING CONTROL DEVICE AND THE CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A water-saving control device and the control method thereof is used in an inflowing waterway. The control device has an internal floating body disposed in an upper cover, a spring and a main body. The upper end of the internal floating body forms a head, which can be hermetically cooperated with an opening of the upper end of the upper cover. The side wall of the internal floating body has a water inlet. The side wall of the lower part of the main body has a flow adjusting opening and the lower part of the internal floating body is movable in the main body for adjusting the flow opening. The lower end of the spring abuts against the inside of the main body while the upper end abuts against the internal floating body to seal the opening of the upper cover. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110155253 | Biodegradable eyewear for stereoscopic image viewing - A stereoscopic image receiving device is provided. The device includes a front frame piece configured to maintain two stereoscopic lenses, the front piece substantially constructed of biodegradable materials. The device further includes a pair of temple pieces, each temple piece connectable to the front frame piece at an end thereof, each temple piece substantially constructed of biodegradable materials. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110155254 | FLUID FLOW ROUTING - An apparatus, system and method for selecting a flow path for a flow of fluid are disclosed. The apparatus includes a housing comprising at least a first pipeline port, a second pipeline port and a third pipeline port; and a diverting member rotatably mounted within the housing and comprising a fluid flow channel; wherein the diverting member is rotatable between at least a first position in which the fluid flow channel is in fluid communication with the first pipeline port and the third pipeline port and a second position in which the fluid flow channel is in fluid communication with the second pipeline port and the third pipeline port. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110162717 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TESTING AN AIRCRAFT TANK SYSTEM - An apparatus for testing an aircraft tank system includes a fuel supply device including a fuel reservoir, a fuel supply line for supplying fuel from the fuel reservoir to a fuel outlet of the fuel supply device, and a first isolation valve disposed in the fuel supply line. A fuel transfer line transfers fuel from the fuel outlet of the fuel supply device to the aircraft tank system and a second isolation valve is disposed in the fuel transfer line. An electronic control unit (ECU) of the apparatus is adapted to control the first isolation valve and the second isolation valve so as to interrupt the supply of fuel through the fuel supply line and the transfer of fuel through the fuel transfer line, respectively, in response to a test parameter signal provided to the electronic control unit (ECU). | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110162718 | ROTATABLE FLANGE FOR A WATER MONITOR - A water monitor. A flange assembly has a stationary portion, a rotatable portion disposed in the stationary portion, and a duct extending through the stationary and rotatable portions. A water-driven turbine has a rotatable water wheel in communication with the duct and an output shaft coupled to the water wheel. Fluid flowing through the duct causes the water wheel to rotate, the rotation of the water wheel causing the output shaft to rotate. An output crank, a first linkage, a rocker arm, and a second linkage comprising a first linkage member and a second linkage member are operable by the output shaft to convert the rotating motion of the output shaft to an oscillatory motion. Fluid exiting the duct is distributed by the rotatable portion in a determinable oscillatory pattern. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110162719 | SUSPENSION OF A MEASUREMENT WHEEL USING A SHOCK-ABSORBING DOUBLE-ACTION HYDRAULIC CYLINDER - The invention concerns a method and an arrangement for a suspension system that may be, but does not necessarily need to be, constituted by a harvesting unit of a forestry harvester and which suspension system is of the type that has an arm ( | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110162720 | SEALING WATER AGENT AND A METHOD OF PIPEWORK MANAGEMENT - A sealing water agent can prevent evaporation of sealing water. Water alone is conventionally used for sealing water. An oil component and a surfactant can be used for the sealing water agent, which can be applied to a sealing water pipe, effectively preventing evaporation of the scaling water. All oil layers and all emulsified layers can be formed. As a result, the scaling water can be effectively prevented from evaporating. Furthermore, when the sealing water is discharged, the surfactant can emulsify the oil layer so that the sealing water agent can be discharged effectively. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110168265 | Water Hammer Prevention Valve and Method - A valve for preventing water hammer includes a speed reduction device for reducing a speed at which the valve may be closed. A method of preventing water hammer includes closing a valve at a fire hydrant after extracting water from the fire hydrant, in which the valve comprising a speed reduction device that increases an amount of time needed for closing the valve, and operating the valve to close the valve comprises operating the speed reduction device. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168266 | Closed System Water Conservation Apparatus - A closed system water conservation apparatus for connection to a hot water supply and delivery system includes a first valve disposed along the hot water conduit upstream of the delivery opening for selectively directing water between a first path for receipt and distribution by the delivery opening and a second path for use by a toilet; a second valve disposed along the hot water conduit upstream of the toilet, the second valve being in fluid communication with the cold water source and the first valve for selectively directing water to the toilet from at least one of the second path and the cold water source, and a water transfer conduit extending in fluid communication between the first valve and the second valve along the second path for intermediate cold water flow therethrough between the first valve and the second valve. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168267 | Fluid Delivery Device and Method - A fluid delivery device ( | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168268 | Elevator control for inductor pump - An inductor pump system comprises a fluid activated ram, an inductor pump platen, a fluid activated motor and a fluid control. The inductor pump platen is driven by the fluid activated ram. The fluid activated motor is coupled to the platen. The fluid control comprises an inlet for receiving a source of pressurized fluid, a first circuit and a second circuit. The first and second circuits are configured to receive pressurized fluid from the inlet. The first circuit comprises a switching valve connected to the inlet; an actuator line connected to the ram and the switching valve; and a blow-off line connected to the inductor pump platen and the switching valve. The second circuit is connected to the inlet to receive pressurized fluid and to the motor. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168269 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - The present invention provides a microfluidic device. The microfluidic device comprises a first fluidic compartment ( | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168270 | EXTENDED RANGE FLUID FLOW RESISTOR - In one aspect, an extended range fluid flow resistor includes a housing having an inlet and an outlet and defining a fluid passageway therebetween A plunger is slidably received within the fluid passageway and an actuator is rotatably coupled to the housing and the plunger, such that rotation of the actuator causes sliding movement of the plunger within the fluid passageway The plunger has a sealing region and a variable flow region axially adjacent the sealing region Fluid flow through the fluid passageway is prevented when the sealing region is aligned with the inlet and fluid flow through the fluid passageway is permitted when the variable flow region is aligned with the inlet The variable flow region includes a helical groove extending from a first end of the variable flow region adjacent the sealing region and away from the sealing region to a second end of the vanable flow region. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168271 | Adjustable Doser Valve - A doser valve with a seat comprising at least one axially located slot from an outer surface of the seat and at least one radial/tangential extending passage in fluid communication with the at least one axially located slot and an exit passage out of the seat. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110168272 | LOW TEMPERATURE, HIGH PRESSURE RUBBER HOSE - Flexible reinforced rubber hose adapted for conveying fluids under low temperatures and high pressures. The hose includes a inner tube formed of an acrylonitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) or other low temperature rubber compound having an elastic modulus of not greater than about 8.4 MPa (1200 psi), and an outer jacket formed of a chloroprene rubber (CR) or other low temperature rubber compound having a durometer of not greater than about 75 Shore A. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110174378 | Water draining pipe and draining method thereof - A water draining method comprises water draining adapted for roads, mountains, mountainsides, protective hillsides, retaining walls, grass slopes, airport runways, highways, football fields, grass slopes, stone dams, embankments, landfills, farms, irrigating and draining systems, characterized in that: a. installing receiving members in a pervious bed; b. arranging draining pipes in the receiving members; c. disposing draining ditches on one or two ends of a drain tube; d. drawing excessive water to the draining pipes by using drawing ports of the drain tube and draining the water into the draining ditch via an end portion of the drain tube. Thereby, the present invention allows to obtain rain collecting, impurities filtering, irrigating, draining, anti-leaking, and warning functions. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110174379 | Bleed and feed device and method - The invention relates to a method for carrying out a bleed and feed of process solutions in a process tank, in which the feed solution is pumped out of a first tank T | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110174380 | VACUUM CONTROL SYSTEM AND VACUUM CONTROL METHOD - This invention provides a vacuum control system using a vacuum pump to control a vacuum pressure and a flow of a processing gas in a vacuum chamber. The vacuum control system includes: a plurality of vacuum control valves, each of the valves being connected between each of a plurality of gas discharge ports and the vacuum pump; a pressure measurement unit configured to measure the vacuum pressure of the processing gas supplied to the object; and a controller configured to manipulate respective openings of the valves in accordance with the measured vacuum pressure. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110174381 | Fluid Regulator Having Pressure Registration Flow Modifier - A fluid regulating device includes a valve body having an inlet, an outlet, a valve port, and a control element shiftable within the valve body. A control assembly includes an actuator coupled to the control element and includes a diaphragm disposed adjacent a diaphragm chamber. A sense tube has a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, the first end positioned to communicate with the diaphragm chamber, the second end disposed adjacent the outlet, and the intermediate portion disposed adjacent an intermediate portion of the outlet. The sense tube includes a shoulder and a flared portion, with the flared portion disposed adjacent the second end. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110174382 | Secondary Containment System Comprising A Mattress And Method Of Using Same - A secondary fuel containment system comprising a housing impervious to vehicular fluids and formed to include an opening and a material porous to vehicular fluid disposed within the opening. The housing is sized to accommodate a mattress. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110180145 | Tailorable Stiffness Shape Morphing Flow-Path - An apparatus and method for an improved morphing flow path. A flexible structure has a plurality of sections which include a first section and a second section. An actuator system is connected to the flexible structure and includes a number of actuators. The actuator system is capable of changing a configuration of the flexible structure. A controller is connected to the actuator system. The controller is capable of changing a position of a number of actuators within the actuator system. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110180146 | MICROVANES FOR AIRCRAFT AFT BODY DRAG REDUCTION - The invention relates a method and apparatus for reducing the drag on aircraft, particularly aircraft with an upswept afterbody. The method includes the steps of positioning a plurality of drag reducing elements on the fuselage of the aircraft, wherein the drag reducing elements are positioned on the fuselage from a position at the breakline of the fuselage and extending toward the tail of the aircraft. In preferred embodiments, each of the plurality of drag reducing elements is positioned such that a first end of the drag reducing element is at an angle of between approximately 15 and 35° nose up relative to the flow of air about the fuselage at the location where the drag reducing element is positioned. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110180147 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVED SOLENOID VALVES - An apparatus for controlling fluid flow including a solenoid valve. The solenoid valve includes a valve body located outside an instrumentation enclosure, wherein the valve body includes at least one connection port for controlling fluid flow and a valve plunger housing located within the instrumentation enclosure, wherein a solenoid coil is wound around the valve plunger housing portion. The apparatus also includes an instrumentation enclosure wall including an aperture through which the valve plunger housing is inserted into the instrumentation enclosure. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110180148 | GASIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING BUBBLE FREE SOLUTIONS OF GAS IN LIQUID - Embodiments disclosed herein can introduce low amounts of gas in a liquid with fast response time and low variation in concentration. In one embodiment, a gas is directed into an inlet on a gas contacting side of a porous element of a contactor and a liquid is directed into an inlet on a liquid contacting side of the porous element of the contactor. The liquid contacting side and the gas contacting side are separated by the porous element and a housing. The gas is removed from an outlet on the gas contacting side of the porous element at a reduced pressure compared to the pressure of the gas flowing into the inlet of the contactor. A liquid containing a portion of the gas transferred into the liquid is removed from an outlet on the liquid contacting side of the porous element, producing a dilute bubble free solution. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110180149 | SINGLE DIELECTRIC BARRIER DISCHARGE PLASMA ACTUATORS WITH IN-PLASMA catalysts AND METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME - A single dielectric barrier plasma actuator is disclosed which includes a pair of offset electrodes and a dielectric barrier therebetween which includes a catalyst at least in the area adjacent one of the electrodes for enhancing the force created in the background gas by the actuator. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110186132 | Multi-Stage Flow Control Actuation - Concepts and technologies described herein provide for the creation of an actuating fluid flow utilizing a multi-stage actuator. According to one aspect of the disclosure provided herein, a fluid actuation system includes at least two stages, each stage having a plenum and one or two diaphragms acting on the plenum to create an actuating fluid flow. The diaphragms of each stage may be substantially aligned along an axis. The actuating flow is aggregated between stages and expelled into a fluid flow to be controlled. According to various aspects, the diaphragms may include piezoelectric discs. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186133 | Apparatus and method for preventing ice formation on the surface of water - An air pump is employed to inject an adjustable flow of air into the column of water within an ice fishing hole to create air bubbles that naturally rise to the surface of the water as the result of air being lighter than water. The rising air bubbles create an upward flow or circulation of water within the hole, replacing colder water at the surface of the hole with warmer water from near the bottom of the hole to thereby prevent formation of ice on the surface of the column of water. The present apparatus and method may be similarly employed to maintain livestock water tanks and other contained volumes of water free of ice. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186134 | Methods And Apparatus For Splitting Multi-Phase Flow - A multi-phase fluid is split in a flow splitting device that includes a feed pipe in which a flow redistribution element induces tangential motion in the phases such that the denser phase is forced to redistribute around the periphery of the feed pipe. The so redistributed flow is then split into two or more distribution conduits that are typically perpendicular to the flow direction of the feed flow. Most typically, the feed pipe is in a vertical position. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186135 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A PROGRAMMABLE SHOWER INTERFACE - A shower generally includes a shower enclosure, various shower systems having output devices, and a control panel having an electronic display and configured for receiving user inputs. Shower control systems and methods are provided for receiving and processing user inputs, displaying a graphical user interface on the electronic display, and controlling outputs of the various output devices. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186136 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A PROGRAMMABLE SHOWER INTERFACE - A shower generally includes a shower enclosure, various shower systems having output devices, and a control panel having an electronic display and configured for receiving user inputs. Shower control systems and methods are provided for receiving and processing user inputs, displaying a graphical user interface on the electronic display, and controlling outputs of the various output devices. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186137 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A PROGRAMMABLE SHOWER INTERFACE - A shower generally includes a shower enclosure, various shower systems having output devices, and a control panel having an electronic display and configured for receiving user inputs. Shower control systems and methods are provided for receiving and processing user inputs, displaying a graphical user interface on the electronic display, and controlling outputs of the various output devices. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186138 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A PROGRAMMABLE SHOWER INTERFACE - A shower generally includes a shower enclosure, various shower systems having output devices, and a control panel having an electronic display and configured for receiving user inputs. Shower control systems and methods are provided for receiving and processing user inputs, displaying a graphical user interface on the electronic display, and controlling outputs of the various output devices. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186139 | ELECTRONICALLY ACTIVATED ACCESS VALVE - An electrically activated access valve arrangement having a male connector, a female connector, and a valve. In certain embodiments, the male connector includes a conductive element, and the female connector includes contacts. Insertion of the male into the female connector completes a circuit and sends an electrical signal to the valve. This transitions the valve from the normally closed position to the opened position. In certain embodiments, the male connector has a connection port that connects to a connection port of the female connector. A pump, such as an infusion pump, sends an electrical signal through the connection ports, which causes the valve to transition from the normally closed position to the opened position. The electrically activatable valve of the connectors is prevented from opening if mated with conventional male and female luers. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110192465 | Vacuum Sewer Valve Fault Detection System - A sensor unit detects an open vacuum interface valve coupled to a gravity sump that is pneumatically coupled to an air relief tube of a vacuum sewage system. The sensor unit includes an open valve sensor, a communication device, a processor and a power source. The open valve sensor is affixed to the air relief tube. The processor is in electronic communication with the open valve sensor and the communication device. The processor is configured to read a sensed value from the open valve sensor and cause the communication device to transmit an alarm signal when the sensed value meets predefined criteria. The power source provides power to the open valve sensor and to the communication device. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110197970 | FLUID PROCESSING UNIT COMPRISING ONE OR MORE CASSETTES - The present invention relates to a fluid processing unit through which fluid may flow while being processed. The fluid processing unit comprises a casing and one or more cassettes each comprising an outer housing being arranged so that the outer housing forms at least a part of the casing and each comprising a flow passage through the cassette. At least one of the cassettes comprises at least one fluid interaction component or is adapted to receive at least one fluid interaction component. The fluid processing unit comprises total pressure increasing means for at least partially overcoming the pressure loss due to the fluid flowing through the unit, the total pressure increasing means and one, more or all of the one or more fluid interaction components being encapsulated by the casing. The invention further relates to a cassette comprising an outer housing being arranged so that the outer housing forms at least a part of a casing of a fluid processing unit when at least two cassettes are combined to form at least a part of the fluid processing unit, the cassette further comprising a flow passage through the cassette and the cassette further comprises or is adapted to receive at least one fluid interaction component. The invention further relates to a method for providing an interaction between a fluid and an interaction component, the method comprising feeding fluid to a fluid processing unit as described above. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110197971 | Water Purification System And Method - The invention concerns a water purification system ( | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110203668 | TRANSMISSION OIL CIRCUIT - The invention concerns a transmission oil circuit
| 08-25-2011 |
| 20110203669 | ENGINEERED FUEL STORAGE, RESPECIATION AND TRANSPORT - Techniques, systems and material are disclosed for thermochemical regeneration of biomass into renewable engineered fuel, storage of the renewable engineered fuel, respeciation of the renewable engineered fuel and transport. In one aspect, a method includes generating low density hydrogen fuel from biomass dissociation at a first location of a low elevation. The low density hydrogen fuel is self-transported in a pipeline to a second location at a higher elevation than the first location by traveling from the first location to the second location without adding energy of pressure. A high density hydrogen carrier is generated at the second location of higher elevation by reacting the low density hydrogen fuel with at least one of a carbon donor, a nitrogen donor and an oxygen donor harvested from industrial waste. The high density hydrogen carrier is delivered to a third location of a lower elevation than the second location while providing pressure or kinetic energy. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110203670 | CONTINUOUS FLUID CIRCULATION VALVE FOR WELL DRILLING - Fluid circulation valve ( | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110203671 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FLOW OF FLUID IN A VORTEX AMPLIFIER - A method and apparatus are disclosed for determining fluid flow in a flow path of a vortex amplifier. The method comprises the steps of preventing flow of control fluid in a direction substantially opposite to a primary direction of purge fluid flow in a purge flow path of a vortex amplifier. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110209764 | Apparatus and Methods for Delivery of Fluid Injection Boluses to Patients and Handling Harmful Fluids - A hazardous fluid transport container and a hazardous fluid delivery system are disclosed. The hazardous fluid transport container includes a housing enclosing an at least partially shielded enclosure. First and second fluid path elements are disposed within the housing, with the first fluid path element and second fluid path element fluidly coupled together. A pump unit may be provided for dispensing fluid from the first and second fluid path elements optionally into a third fluid path element. Also, methods for priming the hazardous fluid transport container and for mitigating laminar flow injection bolus spreading are disclosed. Additionally, disclosed is a radioactive fluid transport container for a syringe or other container. The radioactive fluid transport container allows the syringe or container to be used in an injection procedure without removal from the container. | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110209765 | WATER FLOW REGULATION SYSTEM - A water flow regulation system provides for the distribution of water between one or more water sources and one or more water distribution destinations based on a set of rules. Some embodiments provide for systems and methods of regulating water flow based on various status information, such as weather, cost, under-ground moisture, time or season. | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110209766 | Method Transfer Between Fluidic Devices Considering Deviations from Ideal Behavior - An apparatus ( | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110209767 | COMPRESSOR THROTTLING VALVE ASSEMBLY - A throttling valve assembly has an outer housing that is sealed. An actuator is connected to a pressure balanced shaft that extends into the housing to operate a plurality of linkages that can rotate blades in tandem. With the surrounding housing sealed, the shaft penetrations of the blade support shafts no longer need seals or a purge system to supply process gas during times of reduced pressure in situations with the blades nearly closed. A pressure equalization system has balance passages internal to the housing to allow flow from higher pressure zones to lower pressure zone of the process gas so as to avoid creation of a condition that can draw air into any zones of reduced pressure in the housing. | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110209768 | USE OF A COMPOSITION FOR CONTACT WITH SUPERCRITICAL MEDIA - A moulding composition which comprises at least 50% by weight of the following constituents: | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110214741 | SOLENOID VALVE DRIVING CIRCUIT, SOLENOID VALVE, AND SOLENOID VALVE DRIVING METHOD - A solenoid valve driving circuit for a solenoid valve includes a current detector for detecting a current that flows in a solenoid coil, a rate of change over time calculating unit for calculating a rate of change over time of the detected current, and a maintaining state transition determining unit for determining a timing at which transition from a first period to a second period occurs based on the calculated rate of change over time. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110214742 | VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VALVE CONTROL METHOD - A valve control system includes general-purpose valves arranged in a pipe that allows the flow of fluid, first and second sensors, and a safety controller. The general-purpose valves are valves that can be opened and closed according to electric signals, and may be, e.g., solenoid valves, respectively. The first and second sensors are sensors that detect a state of fluid flowing from the corresponding valves, and are formed of, e.g., pressure switches, respectively. The safety controller may satisfy safety standards, and outputs signals for controlling the valves based on signals provided from the first and second sensors, respectively. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110214743 | METHOD OF USING NEW FLUSHING PORTS DURING CLEANING OF A PISTON ACCUMULATOR - The invention relates to a method of using new flushing ports (IA | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110220206 | VALVE FAULT INDICATION AND CONTROL - According to aspects described herein, there is disclosed a method of and system for indicating a fault associated with a fluid valve moveable between an open and a closed operative position. The method and system compare a valve state indicator to a valve last command, wherein the valve state indicator represents a detected operative position of the valve and the valve last command being an operative command sent to the fluid valve. The method and system also initiate a fault indication after a predetermined time delay relative to the valve last command being sent and when the valve state indicator does not match the valve last command. After the time delay a fault indication can be initiated immediately upon receipt of a different valve state indicator. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110220207 | SOLENOID GAS METER MOUNTING BRACKET VALVE - A solenoid gas meter mounting bracket valve may be used to shut down the flow of fuel, such as natural gas, to a building. The solenoid valve may be incorporated with the gas meter bracket, as a single unit. This configuration may be safer and more secure than a separate valve, which may be damaged when installed at the exterior of the building. The solenoid gas meter mounting bracket valve may not only secure the gas meter, for example, but may also be the solenoid valve for controlling the fuel flow. The solenoid valve may be closed from signals received from various detectors located, for example, in the structure and in the ground, do detect carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, radon, air quality, and the like. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110220208 | Sanitary Hydrant - A freeze resistant sanitary hydrant is provided that employs a reservoir for storage of fluid under the frost line or in an area not prone to freezing. To evacuate this reservoir, a venturi is provided that is able to function in hydrant systems that employ a vacuum breaker. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110226339 | MICROCHIP AND LIQUID SENDING METHOD FOR MICROCHIP - A microchip capable of sending liquid in a micro flow channel to a predetermined place irrespective of the pressure difference and sending a mixture of two or more liquid masses to a predetermined place even if the channel structure is simple. The microchip comprises an intermediate reservoir portion provided in a micro flow channel and adapted for temporarily holding liquid sent through the micro flow channel. The microchip is characterized in that the intermediate reservoir portion has a side channel, the volume of the intermediate reservoir portion is smaller than the total volume of the liquid sent into the intermediate reservoir portion, the side channel is provided for communication of a micro flow channel on the upstream side of the intermediate reservoir portion with a micro flow channel on the downstream side thereof, and the cross-section area of the side channel is smaller than that of the micro flow channel. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110226340 | LIQUID SUPPLY METHOD IN LIQUID-JET APPARATUS - A method for supplying a liquid from a liquid tank to a head tank fixed to a liquid-jet head utilizing a liquid supply device in a liquid-jet apparatus is disclosed. The method includes jetting the liquid droplets from the liquid-jet head while maintaining a meniscus pressure of the liquid-jet head within a predetermined range; detecting the meniscus pressure of the liquid-jet head; carrying out, when the detected meniscus pressure is lower than the predetermined range, a first liquid supply operation such that the detected meniscus pressure of the liquid-jet head being lower than the predetermined range is restored to the predetermined range; and carrying out, while the first liquid supply operation is not being carried out, a second liquid supply operation such that the liquid is supplied to the head tank in an amount less than a liquid-jetted amount computed based on a liquid-jet signal. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110226341 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REUSING GREYWATER - The present invention relates to a device for reusing greywater, comprising: a water feed ( | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110232765 | VALVING DEVICE AND METHOD - A valving device includes a body having a bore hole and a slot, the slot providing fluidic communication between the bore hole and an outside of the body. A cylinder is rotationally movably engaged within the bore hole and has an opening providing fluidic communication between an outer radial surface of the cylinder and a cavity therewithin. The valving device is configured to alter a portion of the slot in fluidic communication with the opening. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110232766 | Apparatus for Harvesting Rainwater - A rainwater collection apparatus is formed with an outer sleeve member that is adapted to connect with upper and lower downspout portions, and with an internal colander that is operable to collect and filter the rainwater flowing through the upper downspout portion. The colander has an upper flanged edge that removes water flowing along the inside surface of the downspout, a filter area including a plurality of apertures for the passage of rainwater into a catch basin, and a support flange that rests on a base ledge formed on the outer sleeve to define the catch basin. A discharge spout drains the collected rainwater from the catch basin to a remote storage container. An internal opening in the colander allows the passage of debris and the overflow of rainwater from the catch basin through apertures in the colander for discharge through the lower downspout portion. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110232767 | MULTI-FUNCTION UNIT FOR THE OFFSHORE TRANSFER OF HYDROCARBONS - A hydrocarbon transfer arrangement for transfer of fluids between an offshore unit and a carrier which are placed in an offloading configuration, includes at least one transfer hose and a gas return hose, wherein the end of the at least one transfer hose is connected to a floating multi-function unit allowing for the transport of the transfer hose between the offshore unit and the carrier, wherein the floating multi-function unit can be lifted out of the water and can be held in a fixed position above water-level and is provided with connection elements for making a fluid connection between the transfer hose end and a manifold of the carrier and with emergency disconnect elements for the at least one transfer hose, placed at a distance from the connection elements. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110240126 | SAFETY VALVE AND METHOD OF USE - Embodiments of a method of operating a safety valve and a safety valve system are provided. The valve system includes a valve, an actuator, a mechanical override, and an indicator. The actuator includes a fail-safe mechanism and the indicator is configured to indicate whether the fail-safe mechanism is operable during use of at least one of the actuator and the mechanical override. In one embodiment, a method of operating the safety valve includes actuating the valve into an open position and sending a signal to indicate that the fail-safe mechanism is operable to move the valve to the closed position, while the valve is in the open position. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110240127 | Fluidic Article Fabricated In One Piece - In one aspect this invention provides an article fabricated in one piece comprising at least one aperture through the piece, wherein the aperture defines a non-microfluidic volume, and a microfluidic channel formed in a surface of the piece onto which the aperture opens, wherein the channel is in fluidic communication with the aperture, wherein the aperture and the microfluidic channel define a fluidic circuit. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110240128 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING OPERATION OF A PILOT-CONTROLLED PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE - A method for determining effective area coefficient for a pilot operated safety relief valve. The relief valve may have a piston with an upper surface area, an inlet, and a dome. The method may include determining a total force acting on the piston (F | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110247694 | DIVERSION DAMPER - A device is provided for managing air flow in an air handling system. The device has a first movable air deflector and a separate second movable air deflector, each of which are movable between a first position and a second position. A linkage assembly is provided connecting the first movable air deflector and the second movable air deflector. The linkage assembly has a single actuator and is further configured to cooperatively move the first movable air deflector and the second movable air deflector between the respective first position and the second position for each of the first movable air deflector and the second movable air deflector, and to apply a sealing pressure to establish a substantially airtight seal around the each of the first movable air deflector and the second movable air deflector in the first position, around the first air flow deflector in the second position. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110247695 | FLEXIBLE PIPE HAVING PRESSURE ARMOUR LAYER AND COMPONENTS THEREOF - An elongate metallic or polymeric or composite tape is disclosed along with a method of manufacturing such tape. The tape is of a type suitable for forming at least one helically wound layer of interlocked windings in a flexible pipe body for transporting production fluids. The tape is configured for interlocking of adjacent windings in the layer of tape by nesting a hooked region of a winding in a valley region of an adjacent winding. The tape comprises first and second elongate tape elements arranged in contacting relation. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110253220 | CAPACITIVE SENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A FAUCET - An electronic faucet comprises a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a single capacitive sensor coupled to a portion of the faucet. The single capacitive sensor provides both a touch sensor and a proximity sensor for the electronic faucet. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110253221 | Venting Cap Assembly - The present application is directed to an assembly for sealing an opening of a container, comprising (1) a first member operationally configured to connect to the container at the opening; (2) a second member operationally configured to abut the first member in a manner effective to cover the opening of the container; and (3) a temperature-sensitive fastening means operationally configured to releasably secure the second member to the first member in a manner effective to form a seal there between; wherein at least part of the fastening means is positioned apart from the second member. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110253222 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - The present invention is to provide a microfluidic device capable of allowing a fluid to stably flow in a microchannel without using an external source such as a pump or a suction device, and the microfluidic device, provided with a microchannel to which a sample liquid is transported, includes: an inlet reservoir which reserves a sample liquid to be introduced into said microchannel; an inlet which is provided on a sample-introduced side of the microchannel, and communicates with the inlet reservoir; an outlet provided on a sample-discharged side of the microchannel; and an open channel which is provided as communicating with the outlet, and part of at least one surface of which is opened to the outside atmosphere, wherein the inlet is provided at a higher position in a gravity direction than the outlet. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110253223 | Continuously Adjustable, Multi-Port Selection, Constant Flow Capability, Externally-Actuated Rotary Flow Valve Apparatus, System and Method - A rotary flow valve apparatus and associated systems and methods, comprising: a front plate comprising a plurality of fluid entry ports running therethrough; a rear plate comprising one central fluid exit port running through a substantial center thereof and P peripheral fluid exit ports running through a substantially circumferential periphery thereof; P flow selector bars integrally connecting the front plate with the rear plate and fixing the front plate relative to the rear plate; P inter-bar flow channels defined between rotationally-adjacent pairs of the flow selector bars; and a selector cylinder seated over and freely and continuously rotatable around the flow selector bars and relative to the front and rear plates. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110259426 | Electronic Flow Sensor - A safety shut-off device is provided for a liquid gas system for vehicles and/or vehicle trailers, in order to avoid an inadvertent release of gas. The device includes an electromagnetic gas valve for supplying/shutting off the gas, an electronic unit for activating the electromagnetic gas valve, and a flow sensor for determining a current gas flow being discharged from a storage tank. Furthermore, the device includes an evaluation unit for comparing the current gas flow to a previous gas flow or to a gas flow which is indicated by the gas consumers and is to be expected. If, during use, the evaluation unit determines a current gas flow which differs by more than a maximum permissible rate of change from the previous gas flow or from a gas flow which is indicated by the gas consumers and is to be expected, the electromagnetic gas valve is activated via the electric unit in order to shut off the supply of gas. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259427 | PASSIVE-CYCLE SKIPPING VALVE - A passive cycle skipping valve comprising a pawl and a wheel comprising a first plurality of pins, wherein a distal end of the pawl is configured to engage any of the first plurality of pins where when the second pin is separated from the first pin by at least a threshold pin separation distance, the valve opens and when the second pin is not separated from the first pin by at least the threshold pin separation distance, the valve does not open. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259428 | VALVE WITH SHUTTLE - A valve with a shuttle for use in a flow management system is capable of bypassing a backflow. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259429 | SLIDE GATE WITH FALL-PROTECTION FEATURE - A slide gate comprising:
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| 20110259430 | SEPARATOR ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR GAS BY-PASS OF A LIQUID PUMP IN A PRODUCTION SYSTEM - A separator arrangement in a multiphase production system. A closed separator container includes a top and a bottom, an inlet for production fluids at an inlet level and at least one outlet for at least partly separated liquid at a level lower than the inlet level. The container outlet is connectable to a liquid pump arranged downstream of the container. A gas accumulator is arranged for by-passing the pump. The gas accumulator includes an inlet end connectable to a top region of the container and an outlet end connectable to a discharge side of the pump for flow communication between the container and the discharge side of the pump. A region near the inlet end the gas accumulator is connected to a supply of injection liquid that is controllable via a valve to be injected to the discharge side of the pump via the gas accumulator. A method for gas by-pass of a liquid pump in a multiphase production system. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259431 | STATION AND A METHOD FOR RELOADING A MOBILE SPRAYER WITH COATING MATERIAL - The invention relates to a station (S) for reloading a sprayer ( | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259432 | INDEPENDENT RADIANT GAS PREHEATING FOR PRECURSOR DISASSOCIATION CONTROL AND GAS REACTION KINETICS IN LOW TEMPERATURE CVD SYSTEMS - A method and apparatus for delivering precursor materials to a processing chamber is provided. In one embodiment, a deposition apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a chamber having a longitudinal axis, and a gas distribution assembly coupled to a sidewall of the chamber. The gas distribution assembly comprises a plurality of plenums coupled to one or more gas sources, an energy source positioned to provide energy to each of the plurality of plenums, and a variable power source coupled to the energy source, wherein the gas distribution assembly provides a flow path through the chamber that is normal to the longitudinal axis of the chamber. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110265879 | SECONDARY BLEED VALVE FOR DUAL FLUSH VALVE - An apparatus for providing flushing fluid at different rates has a valve for controlling flow through a housing, the valve having a reset area to close the valve, a first bleed valve for constantly providing high pressure fluid to the reset area through a first path, a second bleed valve for providing high pressure fluid to the reset area through a second path, and an actuator. The actuator has a first position in which fluid is prevented from escaping from the second path, a second position in which fluid is allowed to escape from the second path and the second bleed valve is activated, and a third position in which fluid is allowed to escape from the second path and the second bleed valve is deactivated. If the second bleed valve is activated, the first bleed valve causes the reset area to close the valve in a first time period and if the second bleed valve is not activated the first and second valves cause the reset area to close the valve in a second time period wherein the second time period is less than the first time period. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265880 | WATER-CONSERVING FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS - Water-based fire protection systems are provided that enable water conservation during testing and maintenance and manage water use by the system. Water reclamation aspects allow for cost savings in operation, testing, and maintenance of the system and reduce environmental impact. For example, the present systems and operating methods afford water collection aspects, water conservation through reuse, sustainability, and a reduction in energy necessary for testing. The water collection and reuse features can be part of a water conservation system that is integrated with a fire protection system during installation or can be coupled to a preexisting fire protection system. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265881 | UPRIGHT VACUUM WITH AN AUTOMATED DIVERTER VALVE - A vacuum cleaner with an automated diverter valve is described. The vacuum includes a handle, body, base, an automated diverter valve and air duct including two input ports. An automated diverter valve assembly at the junction of the dirty air intake within the base extends the air duct within the base and connects to the main air duct of the vacuum to the beater bar input and an attachment input. The automated diverter valve causes the air intake of the vacuum to be drawn from either the beater bar (floor) air input or the attachment input depending upon the position of the vacuum handle. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265882 | FLOW-CONTROL ASSEMBLY WITH A ROTATING FLUID EXPANDER - A flow-control assembly may include a fluid conduit and a flow-control valve in the fluid conduit. The flow-control assembly may further include a fluid expansion conduit with an inlet defined at least in part by the fluid conduit and configured to selectively receive flow of a fluid from the fluid conduit. The fluid expansion conduit may further include an outlet in fluid communication with the fluid conduit downstream of the flow-control valve. A rotating fluid expander in the fluid expansion conduit may be configured to expand the fluid and thereby rotate and in some embodiments generate electricity. In a first position flow is substantially blocked. In a second position flow is allowed through the fluid expansion conduit. In a third position flow through the fluid conduit is allowed without necessarily passing through the fluid expansion conduit. Related systems and methods are also provided. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110272031 | Isoreticular metal-organic framework of the formula Zn4O(FMA)3 - This invention provides metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) having repeat units of the formula Zn | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110272032 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROTECTION FROM DESTRUCTIVE DYNAMIC VORTEX ATMOSPHERIC STRUCTURES - Various methods and systems for protecting humans as well as individual objects from tornadoes and other naturally occurring dynamic atmospheric vortex structures are described. Active protective systems interact with such vortex structures leading to destabilization and destruction of the vortex structures. The energy required for the destabilization and destruction of the vortex structure is taken from the energy from the vortex structure itself. The method requires no external energy sources for destabilization and destruction of vortex structures such as tornadoes. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110272033 | DISPENSING MACHINE VALVE AND METHOD - A one-way valve is connectable in fluid communication with a fluid-receiving chamber, such as a dilution chamber or a mixing chamber for diluting or mixing a perishable food product, such as a milk product or chocolate product, and forming a substantially fluid-tight seal therebetween. The valve comprises a relatively rigid valve seat, and a relatively flexible valve member overlying the valve seat and forming an axially-elongated, normally-closed valve opening therebetween defining an inlet at one end of the valve seat, an outlet at an opposite end of the valve seat, and an axially-extending seal therebetween that forms a fluid-tight seal between the inlet and outlet of the normally-closed valve opening. An axially-extending valve body is radially spaced relative to the valve member and forms a space therebetween allowing fluid-flow therethrough for cleaning the valve and the fluid-receiving chamber. A seal is engageable with the fluid-receiving chamber and forms a substantially fluid-tight seal therebetween to seal the valve outlet and fluid-receiving chamber with respect to ambient atmosphere. The valve member is movable radially away from the valve seat in response to substance at the inlet to the valve opening exceeding a valve opening pressure to flow into the normally closed valve opening, through the outlet, and into the fluid-receiving chamber. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110272034 | Method and apparatus to utilize wind energy within a structure - Method and apparatus for utilizing wind energy within a structure with at least one external surface and at least one internal surface within an internal area that has at least one external surface separating said internal area from an outside that employ various channels to operate any wind powered device and/or any machine device connected with this wind powered device. This method and apparatus also includes structures built as single pressure vessels where the internal areas can communicate and operate at uniform pressures to withstand substantially higher wind pressure challenges; than structures with internal areas that do not communicate. Further structure protection to high winds is accomplished by adding pressure relief valves at the vessel's external surface to relieve wind pressures from within the structure. This is the first use of this readily available, free, unlimited, uninterruptable wind pressure energy within structures. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110277842 | EcoSafe Desal Brine Return System - Described is a system for allowing ecologically-sensitive return of brine to seawater. A plurality of “smart” hoses is employed with riptide and sun light sensors so as to allow for returning concentrated brine to as large a volume of sea water as possible. Return hoses may include elements to allow for control of their depth and location for optimal safe brine release. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110277843 | Soft Start Device for Pneumatic Systems and Method for the Operation of a Soft Start Device - In a soft start device for pneumatic systems comprising a primary inlet (P | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110277844 | POLYMERS DERIVED FROM N-VINYL FORMAMIDE, VINYL AMIDES OR ACRYLAMIDES, AND REACTION SOLVENT, AND THE USES THEREOF - Polymers are provided that are derived from at least (A) N-vinyl formamide, (B) one vinyl amide moiety or one acrylamide moiety, and (C) a reaction solvent. The polymers are random, block, or alternating polymers. A particular useful poly-mer comprises about 20% N-vinyl formamide, about 50% N-vinyl-ε-caprolactam, about 30% N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone, being synthesized in ethylene glycol. In preferred embodiments, polymers of the invention exhibit a cloud point temperature of 66° C. or more, inhibit the formation of gas hydrates, and/or inhibit corrosion. Especially preferred uses of the polymers are in oilfield operations as gas hydrate inhibitors and/or corrosion inhibitors. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110277845 | SYSTEM FOR TRANSFERRING A FLUID PRODUCT AND ITS IMPLEMENTATION - The invention relates to a system for transfer of a fluid product and its use, comprising at least one tubular arrangement for conveying the product between two locations and having two segments ( | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110277846 | RECTANGULAR PARALLELEPIPED FLUID STORAGE AND DISPENSING VESSEL - A fluid storage and dispensing apparatus including a fluid storage and dispensing vessel having a rectangular parallelepiped shape, and an integrated gas cabinet assembly including such fluid storage and dispensing apparatus and/or a point-of-use ventilation gas scrubber in the vented gas cabinet. By the use of physical adsorbent and chemical sorbent media, the gas cabinet can be enhanced in safety of operation, e.g., where the process gas supplied from the gas cabinet is of a toxic or otherwise hazardous character. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110284083 | FAIL-FREEZE DEVICE FOR POSITIONER - A fail-freeze valve positioner system is disclosed. The system has a transducer with a first type output port connectible to a valve actuator, and a second type input port receptive to a valve position signal that is proportional to an output of the first type output port. In addition, the system has a monitoring circuit that generates a pilot activation signal while predefined conditions are met. A primary piloted valve in communication with the monitoring circuit is coupled to the first valve. The first type output port is disconnected from the valve actuator while the pilot activation signal and thus the first valve are deactivated, holding the valve actuator in place. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284084 | AUTOMATIC BALANCING DEVICE AND METHOD USING FLUID - The present disclosure provides an automatic balancing device and method using fluid. The automatic balancing device includes a fluid container receiving a fluid therein, a balance detector detecting a balance of a main body in association with the fluid, and a fluid regulator adjusting movement of the fluid received in the fluid container in association with the balance detector. The automatic balancing device and method may prevent a medical device such as an ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus from falling over by shifting the center of gravity of the main body of the medical device through movement of the fluid. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284085 | VALVE AND METHOD FOR FLOW CONTROL - The disclosure relates to a device for controlling the flow of a fluid through a flow channel. The flow is controlled by means of a flexible conduit with flexible circular segments compressed along the length of the conduit, whereupon the flexible elements collapse against a circular wall. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284086 | FLOW RESTRICTOR AND METHOD FOR REDUCING RESISTANCE OF A FLOW - Methods and devices are described for reducing flow resistance in a flow restrictor during high flows. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284087 | PASSIVE OIL COLLECTION AND RECOVERY SYSTEM - A system and method for passive collection of oil from water based on a density differential. A sealed column of water is elevated above the oil/water surface within a low pressure contained volume, and oil moves upward into the contained volume displacing the water due to the lower density of the oil. Filled containers of oil are exchanged for containers of water, or oil is transferred from the filled containers. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284088 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING EFFLUENT FROM AT LEAST ONE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT - Exemplary embodiments of using effluent from a wastewater treatment plant are provided, where treated wastewater can exploit geothermal energy while delivering usable thermal energy to buildings by passing through an effluent distribution system including mains. The effluent distribution system mains can also recover the effluent used in each building and return the thermally exploited effluent to one or more ecological recharge basins, where at each basin the mains can join an infrastructure to distribute effluent to vegetation or exploit geothermal energy throughout the basin before redistributing the geothermally regulated effluent to buildings, or export the effluent to a network of EDS, or import effluent from a network of EDS. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110284089 | FLUID STORAGE TANK CONFIGURED TO REMOVE ENTRAINED AIR FROM FLUID - A fluid storage tank including an entrained air removal mechanism is provided. The entrained air removal mechanism assists in consolidating small air bubbles entrained within the fluid into larger bubbles such that the air bubbles have sufficient buoyancy to escape the fluid flow. The entrained air removal mechanism may be in the form of a plurality of saw toothed slots communicating different chambers within the fluid storage tank. The fluid storage tank can also be configured to direct fluid flow towards the sidewalls of the fluid storage tank as the fluid transitions from one chamber to another to promote heat transfer out of the fluid storage tank and to avoid the fluid within the tank acting as a thermal insulator. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110290325 | FIRE HYDRANT CONTROL VALVE - A valve control device includes an operating stem, a valve top plate, a valve seat rubber, a valve bottom plate, and a valve seat ring. The valve top plate has a conical base with at least three stabilizer arms extending therefrom. Each of the at least three stabilizer arms has a flat outer surface. The valve bottom plate secures the valve seat rubber between the valve bottom plate and a flat bottom surface of the valve top plate. The valve bottom plate, the valve seat rubber, and the conical base are mounted on the operating stem. The valve seat ring has multiple slots, with each of the slots corresponding to one of the at least three stabilizer arms. A standpipe drain system, a method of draining a standpipe, and a locking fire hydrant with a valve access channel drain also are described. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110290326 | FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND FLOW CONTROL METHOD - A method for reversible temperature sensitive control of the flow of fluid in oil and/or gas production, involves a control device or an autonomous valve operating by the Bernoulli principle and includes a moveable disk or body provided within a housing for opening and closing said valve, involving use of the Curie-effect in order to position said body in a preferred position within said housing at a temperature below a certain, preferred transition or Curie temperature. An apparatus for reversible temperature sensitive control of the flow of fluid in oil and/or gas production including a control device or an autonomous valve operating by the Bernoulli principle and including a moveable disk or body provided within a housing for opening and closing said valve, the body and housing including a ferromagnetic material having a certain, preferred Curie temperature, the temperature being selected in order to position the body in a preferred position in the housing during installation or operation. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110290327 | Fishbowl cleaning method and apparatus - A pitcher is provided as a preferred form of apparatus for use in a fishbowl cleaning procedure. The pitcher has a side wall extending from a floor to a rim. Holes are formed in the side wall spaced above a floor and below the rim. Water and fish can be poured from a fishbowl into the pitcher. The fish and residual water remain within the pitcher below lowermost holes in the side wall. Excess water drains through the holes in the side wall. The fishbowl can then be cleaned or otherwise reconfigured. Finally, the pitcher can be tilted to pour the residual water and the fish from the pitcher back into the fishbowl. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110290328 | CONTROLLING A HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM - The invention relates to a hydronic heating/cooling system. In the system, liquid is led along a main supply pipe ( | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110297237 | Apparatus For Emergency Electrodynamic Capping Of Pipes And Wells - An apparatus for the emergency capping of pipes and wells is described. The apparatus uses a form of physically deformative valving for emergency closure of pipes and wells. An active magnetic field augmented theta pinch or zeta pinch apparatus causes the pipe or well fixture to collapse or otherwise deform into itself, thus shutting off the flow of material to prevent the environmental damage that may result if the material is a hydrocarbon such as crude oil, natural gas, or the like. The apparatus can be rapidly deployed in response to a situation such as a catastrophic failure of a pipe or well. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110303294 | BALL-SEAT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus for restricting fluid flow includes: a ball receiving element disposed in a fluid conduit and configured to receive a ball that has been advanced through the fluid conduit and at least partially restrict fluid flow; and at least one feature disposed on at least one of the fluid conduit and the ball seat configured to reflect pressure waves generated by an impact between the ball and the ball seat. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110303295 | Thermostat with Blocking Device - The disclosure relates to a control valve for a medium circuit of an internal combustion engine, in particular to a thermostat of a coolant circuit of the internal combustion engine. The control valve includes a valve housing, an expansible material element arranged in a valve body, an energy accumulator having an abutment element, a valve seat, and at least one locking element arranged on the abutment element, each locking element having a counter-latching face. The control valve has a first position wherein the counter-latching face of each locking element is in a non-positive connection with a corresponding latching face of the valve housing in order to force the control valve into a mechanically blocked, forced-open position, the latching face being formed by means of an opening edge in the valve housing. This position may enable a quick and reliable initial filling or refilling of the coolant circuit. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110303296 | In-situ Method and System for Controlling the Flow of an Organic Liquid - Disclosed is a method and system for controlling the flow of an organic liquid by flowing an organic liquid through a pipe having an upstream end with an unconstricted portion and and a downstream end with a constricted portion, the constricted portion having an inner diameter that is at least 10% smaller than the inner diameter of the unconstricted portion, and a porous plug formed of sol-gel derived particles in the pipe, the plug having a length at least two times the diameter of the pipe. Also disclosed is a method and system, the system including a housing having a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet and containing a sol-gel derived composition and a liquid pressure sensitive control means operatively connected to the liquid inlet for controlling the flow of the organic liquid, contacting the sol-gel derived composition to actuate the liquid pressure sensitive control means and controlling the flow of the organic liquid in response to the actuation. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110303297 | Flow-Ducting Unit with Pump and Fitting - A flow-ducting system with a combined pump-drive module, the pump-drive module including a drive module, and a pump module having an impeller that can be driven by the drive module, the unit including a casing having at least one inlet side and at least one outlet side and a s moveable shut-off device arranged between them, a flow path between the inlet side and the outlet side being formed in at least one position of the shut-off device, and the pump module being arranged in the flow path between the inlet side and the outlet side. In at least one further position of the shut-off device ( | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110303298 | METHOD FOR CLOSING A MOBILE CRADLE ELEMENT - The invention relates to a method for closing a mobile element ( | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110308618 | WATER RECOVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Water collection, treatment, and/or reutilization systems and methods are provided. Generally described, a water recovery system may include one or more condensate collectors, each associated with a condensate generator, and a collection tank. The condensate collectors collect condensate generated from the condensate generators and direct the collected condensate to the collection tank via appropriate piping, conduits, etc. The collection tank can thereafter distribute the waste water to a desired end use, such as for use in landscape irrigation, cooling towers, decorative fountains, gray water plumbing (i.e., toilet flushing), etc. The water recovery system may further include an automation, monitor, and control system for automating, monitoring, and/or controlling, for example, the flow of collected waste water, the treatment and/or filtration of the collected waste water, the end use of the collected waste water, etc. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308619 | ELECTRONICALLY ACTUATED GATE VALVE - A system, in certain embodiments, includes a gate valve including a gate disposed within a valve body. The gate valve also includes a motorized ball screw actuator having an actuating rod assembly directly coupled to the gate. The motorized ball screw actuator is configured to linearly actuate the actuating rod assembly to drive the gate between an open position and a closed position. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308620 | CRACKING CATALYSTS, ADDITIVES, METHODS OF MAKING THEM AND USING THEM - Collection enhanced materials, flue gas additives, and methods of making the enhanced materials and flue gas additives are provided. In one embodiment, a down stream addition system configured to control material passing through a metering device from a vessel to a gaseous exhaust path extending between a unit and an exhaust flue of the unit is provided. In alternative embodiments, methods are provided for introducing at least one of a flue gas additive and a collection enhanced material to a gaseous exhaust stream exiting a unit; exposing and removing at least a portion of at least one a of flue gas additive and a collection enhanced material from a gaseous exhaust stream exiting a unit prior to entering an exhaust flue; and recycling at least a portion of material removed a from a gaseous exhaust stream exiting a unit back to the gaseous exhaust stream without passing through the unit. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308621 | SERVO VALVE - The invention provides a servo valve with a main piston and a servo piston. The servo piston controls a pressure in a servo chamber and thereby controls movement of the main piston based on a pressure difference between two chambers of the valve. To facilitate opening of the valve by relatively small pressures even in high pressure systems, the servo chamber according to the invention is provided inside the armature. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308622 | Sleeve Valve with Permanent End Position - A sleeve valve including a permanent end position and comprising an inner sleeve concentrically disposed within an outer sleeve comprising at least one radially facing outer opening and an operating range defined by an open position in which the inner sleeve does not block the outer opening, and a closed position in which the inner sleeve blocks the outer opening. The inner sleeve is axially displaceable or rotatable within the outer sleeve to provide an operating range in the longitudinal direction or an operating range in the form of an angle. At least one plastically deformable locking area of one the inner or outer sleeve is adapted for being radially deformed into a locking groove of the other sleeve when the inner sleeve is moved outside of the operating range. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308623 | AERODYNAMIC TUBE SHIELDS - Novel aerodynamic tube shields are presented herein. One embodiment may be comprised of a body, such as a semi-cylindrical body, for protecting against a tube's hostile environment and first and second fins, which may be tapered, for redirecting the flow of gas in the area around the tube. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308624 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CONSERVING ENERGY IN FUELING APPLICATIONS - A fuel delivery system is provided including one or more pump assemblies and one or more controllers configured to control the one or more pump assemblies. The fuel delivery system may conserve energy by selectively activating the one or more pump assemblies and the one or more controllers. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110308625 | System and Method for Transporting Hydrocarbons - Methods and systems are provided for producing hydrocarbons from production fluids that have water as an external phase. A method for transporting a hydrocarbon through a pipeline includes injecting water into a production stream at a production center. The production stream includes a hydrocarbon, and the water injection forms a transportation stream that includes a water external phase. The transportation stream is flowed through a transportation line to a surface facility, wherein the transportation line comprises a plurality of static mixers spaced at intervals along the transportation line. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110315226 | Telescoping Conduits With Shape Memory Foam as a Plug and Sand Control Feature - A string with a plurality of telescoping members has the telescoping members initially sealed preferably with a shape memory foam so that the foam is initially impervious when run into a subterranean location. Then, after extension of the telescoping members, using pressure in the string, the foam gets above its transition temperature and grows axially in a passage of the telescoping members, to the point of becoming porous so that it can serve as a sand control or other debris exclusion device. Plates with openings can be deployed at opposed ends to maintain the assembly in position when subjected to differential pressure as flow goes through the foam. Alternative materials are envisioned. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110315227 | MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEM AND METHOD - A microfluidic system comprises a detachable microfluidic device comprising a rigid layer, an elastic layer and at least one fluid chamber or channel between the rigid layer and the elastic layer; and a control platform comprising means for de-forming the elastic layer thereby to manipulate fluid in the at least one fluid chamber or channel. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110315228 | FLUID CONTROL METHOD AND FLUID CONTROL DEVICE - A plurality of fluids are accurately and quickly mixed such that a target characteristic is attained. A fluid control device is provided with flow channels ( | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110315229 | FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method and apparatus for delivering one or more fluids. Fluids may be delivered sequentially from a common vessel to a chemical, biological or biochemical process. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120000534 | Pipes for Transporting Water Containing Chlorine Dioxide - This invention is related to the preparation of polyethylene pipe resins suitable for transporting hot and cold water containing chlorine dioxide. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000535 | SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD FOR PREVENTING OVERFILLING IN A DISHWASHER - A method, system, and computer-program product for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher are disclosed herein. According to one embodiment, a method for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher is provided, wherein the dishwasher includes a water valve for providing water to the dishwasher and a drain pump for removing water from the dishwasher. The method comprises detecting an overfill condition in the dishwasher with at least one detection device, wherein the overfill condition corresponds to a water level in the dishwasher that is greater than a predetermined threshold. The method further includes controlling the drain pump and the water valve in response to detecting the overfill condition in order to facilitate removal of the overfill condition. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000536 | Portable fluid transfer system - This (Portable Fluid Transfer System) is designed to displace a volume of water that will satisfy a small residence under normal or abnormal conditions. This unit has a unique feature described as an ECU which will balance (float) the battery charge when necessary, allowing the battery to be charged from various sources and operating the pump while charging is in effect. This component also sustains the battery life by not allowing the battery to overcharge. Although float circuitry is not new, it is unique within portable electric pump systems. This amendment contains no new matter. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000537 | Method for Collecting and Storing Rain and Snow and For Irrigating, and Apparatus Therefor - A method for collecting and storing rain and snow and for irrigating and apparatus thereof, in which the containers wasted in daily life are processed and connected to be used as storages, aqueducts and outputting pipes, at first collectors are paced outdoors, after the rainwater or snow enters into the collector, the water within the collectors flows into storages through aqueducts, thereby collecting and storing the rainwater or snow; and the irrigation is made by inducing pipes connected to the storages with lower potential energy, the used apparatus comprises collectors, aqueducts and storages, the collectors are connected with the storages by the aqueducts, and the storages are connected with one another, and the storages positioned with lower potential energy are connected with the outputting pipes. The method of the present invention is easy. The structure of the used apparatuses is simple, and the collectors, the aqueducts and the storages used by the apparatus can be made of the wasted container bottle available in daily life, so there are advantages of reducing the cost, improving the efficiency, being beneficial to environment protection, and being widely applicable to agriculture and forest regions. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000538 | POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION FOR WATER PIPES WITH INCREASED RESISTANCE TO CHLORINE DIOXIDE - The present invention relates to a polyolefin composition with increased resistance to degradation caused by ClO | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000539 | Apparatus and Method for a Liquid Siphon - A siphon is disclosed for siphoning liquid between locations. The siphon comprises a flow duct for a liquid and a plug which is arranged to move in sealing contact within the flow duct. The siphon further comprises means for causing the plug to move along the flow duct to draw liquid along the flow duct and thus transfer liquid from the one location to another. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000540 | TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION DEVICE, A CALIBRATOR BLOCK, AND A METHOD FOR CALIBRATING A TEMPERATURE PROBE - A temperature calibration device | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000541 | USE OF A CONDUIT PIPE FOR PRODUCING A DUCT LAID IN WATER - A metal conduit pipe, which is covered with an extruded layer made of polyamide moulding compound, is used to produce a duct laid in water, wherein in the course of laying the duct, the coating is exposed to a shearing pressure load and/or a bending load due to laying method selected. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120006411 | FLUID COMPRESSION SYSTEM - A fluid compression system is disclosed. The fluid compression system may include a first compressor disposed in a first fluid conduit, a first valve disposed in the first fluid conduit upstream of the first compressor, a second valve disposed in the first fluid conduit downstream of the first compressor, a second compressor in fluid communication with the first compressor and configured to selectively pump fluid from the first compressor. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120006412 | Sports Pitch Rainwater Harvesting Systems Suitable for Use in Developing Countries - A water harvesting sports arena system includes a stadium seating area, a playing surface operating as at least a part of a water catchment arrangement, and a water reservoir, which may be a segmented tank, positioned below the playing surface to receive and store water passing through the playing surface. A water discharge arrangement is associated with the water reservoir so that water is dischargeable from the water reservoir for consumption or other uses. The stadium seating area is advantageously impervious to water so as to direct water toward the playing field for capture. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120012184 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A LIQUID PRODUCT TO BE REUSED AND TO BE TREATED - A device and a method for providing a liquid product to be treated and reused, including a by-pass through which untreated product can be fed into a supply pipe on the outlet side while a supply tank is bypassed, allowing mixing of already treated product stored in the supply tank with the untreated product such that the mixed product can be supplied to a treatment again. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120012185 | HYDRODYNAMIC MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MINIMIZING THE DRAG POWER OF SUCH A MACHINE - The invention relates to a hydrodynamic machine, in particular a retarder, having an external working medium circuit, comprising: a bladed primary wheel and a bladed secondary wheel which together form a toroidal working chamber which can be filled with working medium from the external working medium circuit, which is fed back into the external working medium circuit; an annular channel disposed outside the working chamber, which is connected in a working-medium conducting manner to the working chamber via outlet holes in the primary wheel or secondary wheel, and is in flow-conducting communication with the external working medium circuit in order to collect working medium leaving the working chamber through the outlet holes and supply this to the external working medium circuit. The invention is characterised by the following features: having at least one tapping opening disposed on or outside the working chamber which is in flow-conducting communication with the working chamber of the hydrodynamic machine and at least one filling channel which opens into a region of relatively low working medium pressure inside the hydrodynamic machine and which is in flow-conducting communication with the working chamber; wherein the at least one tapping opening and the filling channel are interconnected in a working-medium conducting manner by means of a return line outside the external working medium circuit in such a manner that working medium flows from the at least one tapping opening into the filling channel and from there back into the working chamber. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120012186 | EVAPORATION CHAMBER, INTERMEDIATE CHAMBER, AND METHOD - An evaporation chamber comprises a trough and an intermediate chamber disposed above the trough. The bottom of the intermediate chamber includes a liquid outlet through which liquid flows from the intermediate chamber into the trough. The intermediate chamber comprises a level valve, which allows a flow of liquid to follow from a liquid connection into the intermediate chamber so that the liquid level in the intermediate chamber is between a minimum level and a maximum level. The intermediate chamber has a liquid connection, a level valve, and a compensation connection. The liquid connection supplies a liquid. The level valve, allows a flow of liquid to follow from the liquid connection into the intermediate chamber so that the liquid level in the intermediate chamber is between a minimum level and a maximum level. The compensation connection is pneumatically connected to the gas space around the float. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120012187 | WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID SUPPLYING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A windshield washer fluid supplying system for a vehicle having a windshield washer device comprising a reservoir mounted in the vehicle for storing washer fluid is disclosed, the supplying system comprising a supplying tube having a first end portion and a second end portion; a first end piece comprising a portion mountable on the reservoir and an aperture therethrough for receiving the first end portion of the supplying tube so as to enable fluid communication between the first end portion of the supplying tube and the reservoir; and a second end piece comprising a portion adapted for mounting on a container of washer fluid placed in the vehicle and an aperture therethrough for receiving the second end portion of the supplying tube so that the second end portion of the supplying tube extends inside the container proximate a bottom portion thereof when the second end piece is mounted on the container, thereby establishing a siphonage circuit between the reservoir and the container with the supplying tube for enabling distribution of the washer fluid from the container to the reservoir. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120017996 | Device for portably harvesting rainwater - Apparatus for portable rainwater harvesting system which consists of a closed container of indeterminate size with removably sealable openings which allow for entrapment and containment of precipitation, and/or an intermediate system which may or may not connect to a catchment system. The container may have an opening near the top as an entry point for the collected rainwater and an opening with valve assembly at or near the bottom for controllably dispensing the collected rainwater. Alternately, the container may have individual openings allowing for attachment of individual collectors without intermediate device. The container may also have openings for attachment of additional containers intended to increase the overall storage capacity of the system. The intermediate device may be articulating in nature to allow the system to be used in a plurality of orientations and the catchment mechanism may be of variable size and geometry facilitating ease of attachment and ease of storage when not in use. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120017997 | LATCHING VALVE - A latching valve system includes a housing, a supply port defined in the housing, a delivery port defined in the housing, an exhaust port defined in the housing, an apply port defined in the housing, and a release port defined in the housing. The apply port is sealingly fluidly isolated from the supply port, the delivery port, and the exhaust port. The release port is sealingly fluidly isolated from the supply port, the delivery port, and the exhaust port. An apply valve supplies an apply pilot pressure to the apply port as a function of a state of the apply valve. A release valve supplies a release pilot pressure to the release port as a function of a state of the release valve. A bore, defined in the housing, fluidly communicates with the supply port, the delivery port, the exhaust port, the apply port, and the release port. A shuttle, sealingly and movably secured in the bore, is set to one of an apply position and a release position as a function of the respective apply and release pilot pressures at the apply and release ports. The delivery port fluidly communicates with the supply port while the shuttle is in the apply position. The delivery port fluidly communicates with the exhaust port while the shuttle is in the release position. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120017998 | Sound-Velocity Dewatering System - A method and apparatus for an improved dewatering tank system that allows for safely controlling a water stream exiting the dewatering tank system. The apparatus can include a sound velocity detector, a control system, and a control element. The sound velocity detector can include a transducer, a detector, and a transmitter. The control system can include a computer and a program product. The apparatus can optionally include a dewatering tank, a drain line, and a controllable valve. The apparatus allows for transmitting sound energy through the water stream flowing in the drain lined that is connected to the dewatering tank, calculating the velocity of the sound energy as the sound energy travels through the water stream, monitoring the velocity of the sound energy for a period of time, and controlling the position of the controllable valve depending on the calculated velocity of the sound energy. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120017999 | BODY FLUID SAMPLING DEVICE AND A METHOD THEREOF - According to an embodiment of the invention, a body fluid sampling device is disclosed. The device includes a channel for allowing passage of the fluid through the channel, a flow controller for maintaining flow of the fluid in the channel; a flow direction controller for changing the direction of the flow of the fluid towards a collection medium; and the flow controller for delivering a portion of the fluid as a sample onto the collection medium. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120018000 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR USE IN A SHOWER SYSTEM - The invention relates to a shower system, to a device for use in a shower system, and to a related method. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120024384 | Methods and systems for controlling flow of hydrocarbons from a structure or conduit - Methods and apparatuses for controlling the flow of hydrocarbons from a structure or conduit are provided. An engagement apparatus having a body with threads disposed on an end is lowered into a position suitable for engagement with the structure or conduit, the threads including a deformable material. Rotation of the apparatus to engage the threads with the structure or conduit deforms the material to form a wedge shape that provides a seal between the apparatus and structure or conduit, and resists removal of the apparatus from the structure or conduit. Additional conduits can be secured to the upper end of the apparatus, in combination with a valve. The valve can direct the flow of hydrocarbons from the structure or conduit to selected additional conduits, enabling vessels and/or containers to be removed and/or replaced without wholly ceasing the flow of hydrocarbons in a manner that could cause a buildup of pressure. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024385 | ADVANCED FLUIDICS GATE VALVE WITH ACTIVE FLOW CONTROL FOR SUBSEA APPLICATIONS - A valve assembly for use in a wellhead assembly that includes a valve body, a cavity formed in the valve body, and a flow passage through the valve body that intersects the cavity. Also included is a gate slidable in the cavity between an open position and a closed position. A bore is formed through the gate. A fluidic passage is also formed through the gates that provides fluid communication between the bore and an upstream side of the valve member. The fluidic passage is formed so that when the gate is being moved into the closed position, fluid upstream of the gate enters the fluidic passage and exits into the bore to assist closing the valve. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024386 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRESSURE FLUSHING AND CLEANING WATER TANKS - An apparatus is provided for draining and cleaning a tank under pressure. The apparatus comprises a conduit and a supply pipe. The conduit has a first end and a second end, the first end of the conduit for connecting to a drain port of the tank. The conduit drains water from the tank. The supply pipe resides within the conduit for delivering a pressurized fluid to the tank. The supply pipe has a first end and a second end. The first end of the supply pipe corresponds with the first end of the conduit. The pressurized fluid is introduced into the tank through the supply pipe to pressurize the tank for rapidly draining the water from the tank through the conduit. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024387 | HIGH FLOW NOZZLE SYSTEM FOR FLOW CONTROL IN BLADDER SURGE TANKS - A surge tank is sized to retain a volume of fluid. A fluid inlet/outlet port is attached to the tank, and an elastomeric bladder is disposed within the tank and separates the fluid from a volume of gas. A nozzle system is disposed within the tank and has a nozzle member comprising a first plurality of axially elongate perforations, and a second plurality of perforations. The nozzle member can extend a partial or complete distance with tank. The tank body includes a throat that extends outwardly from a portion of the tank adjacent the port, and a portion of the nozzle member comprising the first plurality of perforations is disposed within the throat. An annular space exists adjacent the nozzle member in the neck to facilitate the flow of solid constituent within the fluid from the tank and into the nozzle member. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024388 | MULTI-GAS STRAIGHT CHANNEL SHOWERHEAD - A method and apparatus that may be utilized for chemical vapor deposition and/or hydride vapor phase epitaxial (HVPE) deposition are provided. In one embodiment, a metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) process is used to deposit a Group III-nitride film on a plurality of substrates. A Group III precursor, such as trimethyl gallium, trimethyl aluminum or trimethyl indium and a nitrogen-containing precursor, such as ammonia, are delivered to a plurality of straight channels which isolate the precursor gases. The precursor gases are injected into mixing channels where the gases are mixed before entering a processing volume containing the substrates. Heat exchanging channels are provided for temperature control of the mixing channels to prevent undesirable condensation and reaction of the precursors. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024389 | INTEGRATED ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR, IN PARTICULAR ELECTROMAGNETIC MICRO-PUMP FOR A MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE BASED ON MEMS TECHNOLOGY, AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS - An integrated electromagnetic actuator comprising: a first structural layer; a flexible membrane, extending over the first structural layer and comprising regions of ferromagnetic material; a chamber, delimited between the first structural layer and the flexible membrane; a winding, comprising a plurality of turns of conductive material and extending within the first structural layer; and a core element made of ferromagnetic material, extending within the first structural layer, inside the winding. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024390 | Method for Operating a Water Softening System Comprising Target Value Control by a Water Removal Station - A method for operating a water softening plant ( | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024391 | USE OF UNDERGROUND GAS STORAGE TO PROVIDE A FLOW ASSURANCE BUFFER BETWEEN INTERLINKED PROCESSING UNITS - A system for developing one or more offshore hydrocarbon fields includes at least one floating hydrocarbon processing unit moored to the seabed and connected to a hydrocarbon reservoir via a riser and a wellhead on the seabed, the unit receiving and processing the hydrocarbon mixture received from the reservoir via the riser, and having equipment to separate the hydrocarbon mixture into oil, water and gas and store them in storage tanks. A gas storage buffer reservoir is placed at a certain distance from and isolated from the hydrocarbon reservoir. A gas export riser is connected to the floating hydrocarbon processing unit and the gas buffer reservoir to export separated gas and inject it into the gas buffer reservoir. A gas riser has one end connected to the gas buffer reservoir and another end connected to the floating gas processing unit for processing gas received from the gas buffer reservoir for enabling transportation to shore. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120031494 | SAFETY VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - A safety valve control system may include a remotely operable control assembly; a first transducer, a valve assembly, and a pump assembly in communication with the control assembly; and a fluid reservoir in communication with the valve and pump assemblies and a safety valve. The control assembly is operable to actuate the pump and valve assemblies to supply and return fluid from the fluid reservoir to actuate the safety valve into open and closed positions, in response to one or more signals received from the first transducer. A method of operation may include maintaining the safety valve in an open position while sensing a physical property with the control system; communicating a signal corresponding to the sensed physical property to the control system; and automatically closing the safety valve in response to a comparison of the sensed physical property to a pre-set condition. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031495 | Thermoplastic Polymeric Composition with Improved Resistance to Thermo-Oxidative Degradation and Use Thereof for Producing Pipes - A polyolefinic moulding composition is suitable for producing pipes with improved resistance to thermo-oxidative degradation when these pipes are in extended contact with liquids which contain disinfectants with an oxidative action. Beside thermoplastic polyolefins, the moulding composition additionally contains specific aromatic amines which are liquid under standard conditions as an additive. The invention also relates to a pipe made from the moulding composition and to a process for improving the long-term resistance of water pipework made of plastics to damage by disinfectants with an oxidative action from the water by the use of this moulding composition. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031496 | METHOD FOR METERING COMPOUNDS BASED ON ORGANOPOLYSILOXANES - Viscous compositions are metered discontinuously into storage vessels such as tubes, tubs, or cartridges, from a stable volume container free of dead space wherein the calculated volume, expressed as the mathematical product of adiabatic compressibility coefficients of the composition, the outlet pressure, and volume of the container exceed the metered volume. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031497 | METHOD TO DELIVER A FLUID WITH FLOW RATE CONTROL - A method for delivering a fluid to a target site is disclosed in one embodiment of the invention as including generating a first fluid stream having a first flow rate, introducing the first fluid stream into a flow modulator, and permitting a second fluid stream having a second flow rate that is substantially more uniform than the first flow rate to exit the flow modulator. The flow modulator may smooth out irregularities in the flow rate, thereby generating the second fluid steam having a second flow rate that is substantially more uniform than the first flow rate. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120037231 | CEMENTIOUS WASHOUT CONTAINER AND METHOD FOR SAME - A cementious washout container includes a container body having a container reservoir. A hinged chute assembly is rotatably coupled with an upper portion of the container body. The hinged chute assembly includes a chute panel, and a hopper screen coupled with the chute panel. The hopper screen includes perforations overlying the container body. A container drain is positioned at a lower end of the container body, and a container valve is movably coupled over the container drain. The cementious washout container retains and stores washout water and fine particles from multiple loads of cement or concrete and consolidates the washout water and fine particles for a single delivery of the same without requiring multiple separate deliveries of these wastes in multiple trucks. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120037232 | MICROCHANNEL DOUBLE PIPE DEVICE AND USAGE THEREOF - A microchannel double pipe device comprises a channel for inner nozzle ( | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120037233 | DIRECT FREE COOLING - The invention relates to a mixing box for regulating temperature, having a base body through which at least one air stream can be conducted and in which there is arranged at least one filter device, through which the air stream can be conducted. The air stream is guided by a flap valve assembly having at least one flap valve which, with regard to good regulation of temperature with low energy consumption, is configured and developed in such a way that the flap valve assembly comprises at least three flap valves, which can be controlled as a function of a parameter, in particular as a function of an environmental parameter. The invention further relates to a system for regulating temperature and to a method for operating such a system. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120037234 | GREY WATER RECYCLING APPARATUS AND METHODS - A water recycling system that can be used for reclaiming and recycling water, waste water, or grey water, for providing landscape irrigation, or for recycling uses such as for sanitary facilities, as well as for pre-heating clean water to save energy. A water recycling system may include a sealable tank, an influx pipe, a self-clearing filter disposed within the tank, a pump, and an effluent pipe. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120037235 | Surface Disruptor for Laminar Jet Fountain - A fluid handling device, for example, a laminar jet fountain, includes a jet emanating a first stream of substantially laminar fluid. The jet fountain also includes a surface disruptor that includes a body, a water inlet, a valve, a fluid outlet, and a trajectory adjuster emanating a second stream of fluid from the fluid outlet. The second stream of fluid may be positioned to intersect the first stream of fluid and perturb its laminarity. By adjusting a valve controlling the force and volume of flow of the second stream and/or by adjusting the trajectory adjuster, the intersection of the first and second streams may be modified and, therefore, the laminarity of the first stream may be modified. By disrupting the laminar surface of the first stream, light introduced into the first stream may be caused to refract outward from the first stream and thus enhance illumination of the first stream. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120042954 | BUBBLE WEAPON SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING MOVEMENT AND DISRUPTING OPERATIONS OF VESSELS - Embodiments of a bubble weapon system and methods for inhibiting movement and disrupting operations of vessels are generally described herein. In some embodiments, a bubble weapon is configured to generate a plume of bubbles in water. The plume reduces buoyancy of the water to inhibit movement of a vessel or disrupt operations of the vessel. In some embodiments, the bubble weapon includes a configurable diffuser section that may be configured in a thrust-neutral configuration or a thrust-engaged configuration. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120042955 | Dual Butterfly Control Valve and Method of Use - A valve for a plenum or pipe is disclosed. The valve includes a large butterfly valve element pivotally supported in the plenum by at least one rod. The large butterfly valve element includes an opening for accommodating a small butterfly valve element. The small butterfly valve element is coupled to the rod by a shaft. The shaft includes a recess that accommodates the small butterfly valve element but which includes a clearance between the small butterfly valve element and the shaft to permit limited rotation of the shaft before the small butterfly valve element engages at least one wall of the recess of the shaft. Thus, the combination of the shaft and the small butterfly valve element provide limited flow through the plenum. Further rotation of the shaft, however, results in rotation of the large butterfly valve element to provide greater flow through the plenum. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120042956 | HANDLE FOR SINGLE LEVER MIXER TAP - A handle for a mixer faucet is used to facilitate operating the faucet more easily by using primarily the wrist and forearm muscles. The handle comprises a gripping element ( | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120042957 | METHODS OF CONVEYING FLUIDS AND METHODS OF SUBLIMATING SOLID PARTICLES - A heat exchanger and associated methods for sublimating solid particles therein, for conveying fluids therethrough, or both. The heat exchanger includes a chamber, and a porous member having a porous wall having pores in communication with the chamber and an interior of the porous member. A first fluid is conveyed into the porous member while a second fluid is conveyed into the porous member through the porous wall. The second fluid may form a positive flow boundary layer along the porous wall to reduce or eliminate substantial contact between the first fluid and the interior of the porous wall. The combined first and second fluids are conveyed out of the porous member. Additionally, the first fluid and the second fluid may each be conveyed into the porous member at different temperatures and may exit the porous member at substantially the same temperature. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120055555 | DIAPHRAGM VALVE - Novel features enhancing the operation of a diaphragm valve include a specialized diaphragm profile for enhanced securement of the diaphragm in the valve body, and a quick-connect feature joining the diaphragm to its actuator, in which the forward end of the actuator contains a sloping surface, an expanded tip, and a shoulder, while the diaphragm contains a truncated bore with a complementary profile. The valve can be modular in construction to permit mounting of the valve to an instrument panel in close proximity to other valves or components to provide the ability to select among interconnected fluid flow paths. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120055556 | ULTRAPURE WATER PRODUCTION FACILITY AND METHOD OF MONITORING ULTRAPURE WATER - By reducing the amount of monitoring water required to measure and monitor the quality of ultrapure water with a plurality of measuring instruments, the size of an ultrapure water production system is reduced, whereby the system cost is reduced. When a portion of ultrapure water supplied from the ultrapure water production system to a use point is separated to monitor the water quality, the water is allowed to pass through a monitoring system consisting of two or more stages of different types of water quality measuring devices connected in series so that the water quality is monitored. Because the ultrapure water extracted from a supply pipe extending from the ultrapure water production system to the use point is allowed to pass, in series, through two or more stages of different types of water quality measuring devices connected in series, by making these measuring instruments use the same monitoring water, which is required for measuring the water quality, the amount of monitoring water can be reduced. As a result, the size of the ultrapure water production system can be reduced, and hence, the system cost can be reduced. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120055557 | FAUCET INCLUDING A CAPACITANCE BASED SENSOR - An electronic faucet is provided that includes a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet. A controller may dynamically change on/off thresholds and monitor a stability signal to determine when to turn off the electrically operable valve. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120055558 | DIVERTER VALVE WITH HANDLE - A diverter valve assembly which eliminates rotational motion for actuation. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120055559 | FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING A FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM - A fluid supply system is provided for cooling and lubricating a transmission of an automobile, which includes, but is not limited to a cooling channel for cooling the transmission and a lubrication channel for lubricating the transmission. The lubrication channel communicates with the cooling channel via a shift valve. The shift valve is adapted to provide at least a first valve status, by which the cooling channel is connected to the lubrication channel via only one first valve path, and a second valve status, by which the cooling channel is connected to the lubrication channel via at least the first valve path and by which the cooling channel is connected in addition via a second valve path to a bypass channel bypassing the lubrication channel. Since at least two different valve statuses optimized for low and high power are provided, it is possible to reduce unnecessary spin losses over the whole range of applied powers. Further, there is no need for unfavorable compromises, so that a reduced flow generation loss over the whole range of applied powers is provided, while sufficient cooling and lubricating is safeguarded at the same time. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120060929 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ROUTING PRESSURIZED FLUID - A manifold system for routing pressurized fluid from a fluid source is disclosed. The manifold system includes a manifold assembly. The manifold assembly includes a frame, an intake section coupled to the frame, and an articulating arm coupled to the intake section. The intake section is configured to route pressurized fluid to the articulating arm. The articulating arm is configured to route pressurized fluid away from the intake section. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120060930 | Determining shear rate and/or shear stress from sonar based velocity profiles and differential pressure - The present invention provides a new method and apparatus for receiving signals containing information about a plurality of velocity profiles of a flow in a pipe and about a pressure gradient of the flow over a length of the pipe; and determining information about an injection of a chemical into the flow in the pipe based at least partly on the information contained in the signals. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120060931 | METHOD FOR ANALYZING AQUEOUS AMMONIUM CARBAMATE SOLUTION, AND METHOD FOR OPERATING UNREACTED GAS ABSORBER - There are provided a method for analyzing an aqueous ammonium carbamate solution whereby the composition of an unreacted-gas absorber outlet liquid can be specified in real time, and a method for operating an unreacted gas absorber by use of the same. The method for analyzing the composition of an aqueous ammonium carbamate solution includes determining ammonia component concentration, carbon dioxide component concentration, and water concentration of the aqueous ammonium carbamate solution, which is the unreacted-gas absorber outlet liquid in a urea production process, by using a correlation among viscosity, temperature, and carbon dioxide component concentration of the aqueous solution and a correlation among density, temperature, ammonia component concentration, and carbon dioxide component concentration of the aqueous solution, wherein the ammonia component concentration is a concentration of a sum of free ammonia and equivalent ammonia of ammonium carbamate which are contained in the aqueous solution, and the carbon dioxide component concentration is a concentration of equivalent carbon dioxide of ammonium carbamate contained in the aqueous solution. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120067426 | BALL-SEAT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus for restricting fluid flow includes: a ball receiving element disposed in a fluid conduit and configured to receive a ball that has been advanced through the fluid conduit and at least partially restrict fluid flow; and at least one seating element at least partially disposed within the fluid conduit, the at least one seating element including at least one of: a shape that extends radially into the fluid conduit and is contoured axially to reduce a rate of deceleration of the ball upon contact with the ball receiving element, and a radially compliant element configured to reduce an impact between the ball and the ball receiving element. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120067427 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MASS TRANSFER OF GASES INTO LIQUIDS - An apparatus for mass transfer of a gas into a liquid, including a tank that defines a chamber for receiving the gas, and at least one surface provided within the chamber. Each surface has an inner region, an outer region and an edge adjacent the outer region. Each surface is configured to receive the liquid at the inner region and rotate such that the liquid flows on the surface from the inner region to the outer region, and, upon reaching the edge of the surface, separates to form liquid particles that move outwardly through the gas in the chamber. The liquid particles are sized so that the gas is absorbed by the liquid particles to produce a mixed liquid saturated with the gas during a brief flight time of the liquid particles through the chamber. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120067428 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DISSOLVING A SOLID CONCENTRATE - A device for putting in solution a powdery concentrate includes a liquid supply pipe ( | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120067429 | FLUID TRANSFER DEVICE - A fluid transfer device comprising a housing and a flow controller at least partially slidably disposed in the housing, the flow controller comprising at least one fluid channel and a vent conduit. A shroud, alone or in combination with the fluid transfer device comprising a plurality of segments terminating in a annular edge and defining a plurality of openings, and a plurality of protrusions, each of the plurality of protrusions having a proximal end connected to the annular edge and a distal end positioned in one of the plurality of openings adapted for the housing of the fluid transfer device is provided. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120067430 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ACTUATING A VALVE | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120073663 | APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR DISTRIBUTING VAPOR AND LIQUID PHASES - Apparatuses and methods are disclosed for distributing vapor and liquid flow. Problems with maldistribution, due to out of level positioning of the distributor tray, are addressed by varying the height of the caps and/or their openings to control the liquid flow profile (distribution) that results due to the rising liquid level. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073664 | MANUALLY-ACTUATED HYDRAULIC SHUTOFF VALVE - A shutoff valve includes a valve housing with inlet and outlet openings and a hole drilled in alignment with the inlet (or outlet) opening. A pusher is slidably positioned in the hole for extension toward the inlet opening, the pusher including a shutoff member inside the hollow housing adapted to close off the inlet opening when extended to a inlet-closed position, and to open the inlet opening when retracted to an inlet-opened position. The pusher includes a handle for manually pressing the pusher and shutoff member toward the inlet opening. A spring biases the pusher toward the inlet-opened position. By this arrangement, the pusher is manually closed but cannot accidentally be left in the inlet-closed position due to being biased toward the inlet-opened position. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073665 | Methods and Apparatus for Moving Aliquot Samples of Fluid - Methods and apparatus for moving aliquot samples of fluid using a shuttle valve are disclosed. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073666 | GAS FLOW CONTROL ARRANGEMENT - A gas flow control arrangement for use in an exhaust gas cleaning system, comprising a duct ( | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073667 | FLUIDICS SYSTEM FOR SEQUENTIAL DELIVERY OF REAGENTS - The invention provides a passive fluidics circuit for directing different fluids to a common volume, such as a reaction chamber or flow cell, without intermixing or cross contamination. The direction and rate of flow through junctions, nodes and passages of the fluidics circuit are controlled by the states of upstream valves (e.g. opened or closed), differential fluid pressures at circuit inlets or upstream reservoirs, flow path resistances, and the like. Free diffusion or leakage of fluids from unselected inlets into the common outlet or other inlets at junctions or nodes is prevented by the flow of the selected inlet fluid, a portion of which sweeps by the inlets of unselected fluids and exits the fluidics circuit by waste ports, thereby creating a barrier against undesired intermixing with the outlet flow through leakage or diffusion. The invention is particularly advantageous in apparatus for performing sensitive multistep reactions, such as pH-based DNA sequencing reactions. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073668 | BLADDER TYPE ACCUMULATOR - A bladder accumulator comprises a fluid port assembly, for communicating between a main housing of the accumulator and a connection arrangement of the accumulator. An isolation valve arrangement is located within the fluid port assembly and is moveable between an open position for normal operation of the bladder accumulator and a closed position for isolating the bladder accumulator from a hydraulic system, to which is it mounted, wherein, the valve arrangement is fixable in the open position. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120073669 | COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR A COMPRESSED AIR CONSUMER CIRCUIT, IN PARTICULAR FOR AN AIR SPRING SYSTEM - The invention relates to a compressed air supply system for a first compressed air consumer circuit ( | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120080093 | Bubble Column Reactor with Level Measuring Device and Method for Level Measurement therein - The present invention relates to a bubble column reactor comprising a column reactor containing a lower 2-phase cm section and an upper gaseous phase section, characterized in that the reactor comprises a measurement device for measuring the level of 2-phase section in the column reactor, wherein the measurement device comprises an emitter and a detector for electromagnetic PI- radiation which are positioned outside of the column reactor and to a method for level measurement in such a reactor. | 04-05-2012 |
| 20120085414 | ROTARY FLUID VALVE ASSEMBLIES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Rotary valves are provided having an elongate spool defining coaxially aligned inlet and outlet ports for respectively receiving and discharging a fluid, and spool inlet and outlet orifices. A rotary cage assembly defines an annular cage recess and cage inlet and outlet orifices in communication with the recess and coaxially surrounds the spool for reciprocal rotations thereabout. An actuator assembly is coupled to the rotary cage assembly for moving the rotary cage assembly between open and closed positions. When in the open position the cage inlet and outlet orifices are in fluid communication with the spool inlet and outlet orifices, respectively, to allow fluid to flow from the spool inlet port to the spool outlet port by way of the annular cage recess. When in the closed position however fluid communication is blocked between at least the cage and spool outlet orifices. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120085415 | WELL DRAIN SYSTEM FOR USE WITH MULTI-WELL SYNTHESIZER - A well drain system for use with a synthesizer. The well drain system comprises a well plate, a well adapter plate and a drain plate detachably coupled together. The well plate comprises a matrix of wells for receiving one or more vials, wherein the matrix has a plurality of rows. The well adapter plate comprises an arched plate body and a plurality of apertures in communication with one or more of the wells. The drain plate comprises a plurality of channels in communication with one or more of the apertures. As a result, a user is able to selectively drain the vials found within individual rows of the well plate instead of all the vials at once. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120085416 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE HAVING A REDUCED NUMBER OF INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS - A system and method for reducing the number of input/output connections required to connect a microfluidic substrate to an external controller for controlling the substrate. A microfluidic processing device is fabricated on a substrate having a plurality of N independently controllable components, (e.g., a resistive heating elements) each having at least two terminals. The substrate includes a plurality of input/output contacts for connecting the substrate to an external controller, and a plurality of leads for connecting the contacts to the terminals of the components. The leads are arranged to allow the external controller to supply control signals to the terminals of the components via the contacts using substantially fewer contacts than the total number of component terminals. The components are independently controlled by arranging the leads so that each component's terminals are connected to a unique combination of contacts. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120085417 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A SANITARY TANK FOR A RAIL VEHICLE - A method operates a tank for receiving fluids in a sanitary system of a rail vehicle. First in a step a) the fill level of the tank is registered. In step b), in the event that the fill level registered in step a) is equal to or greater than a fill level specified for the tank, an ice formation is permitted for a time period specified for the tank. In step c), in the event that the fill level registered in step a) falls below the specified fill level, the tank is emptied. In step d) in the event that the fill level registered in step a) falls below the specified fill level, the fill level is increased with fluid from a fresh water tank, and subsequently, steps b) or c) are carried out | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120085418 | DEVICE AND A METHOD FOR MAINTAINING A GAS FLOW BARRIER BETWEEN TWO INTERCONNECTED VOLUMES - A method and a device for maintaining, in a filling machine, a gas flow barrier between two volumes of a channel, wherein the channel is used for transportation of packages in a length direction thereof, and the volumes comprise a first volume having a first degree of sterilization and a second volume having a second degree of sterilization, and wherein the first volume comprises a gas injection mechanism, the second volume comprises a gas evacuation mechanism, and the first and the second volume meet in an interface area extending in a length direction of the channel. The method comprises arranging, divergent jets flowing from the gas injection mechanism such that the divergent jets of gas cooperate in the interface region for the generation of a unidirectional flow in the direction from the first volume towards the second volume in the interface area, and thus forming a gas flow barrier. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120090686 | DEADLEG - An essentially cylindrical deadleg having a first cross sectional area at one end of the deadleg and a second cross sectional area, the first cross sectional area being smaller than the second cross sectional area. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120090687 | Remotely Controllable Fluid Flow Control Assembly - Fluid flow control assemblies capable of being disposed in a wellbore for hydrocarbon fluid production are described. The fluid flow control assemblies can include valves that are actuated via controls from a component positioned at or near the surface to control direction of fluid flow downhole. Packers can be set, slurry can be circulated to screens, and hydrocarbons can be produced via a single trip through the wellbore. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120090688 | DUAL PATH GAS DISTRIBUTION DEVICE - An apparatus for deploying two fluids separately into a reaction chamber is provided. The apparatus includes a first distribution network that is formed on a plate having a distribution face and a dispensing face. The first distribution network is defined by a plurality of recessed channels on the distribution face. The plurality of recessed channels includes a plurality of thru-ports that extend from the plurality of recessed channels to the dispensing face. The apparatus further includes a second distribution network that has passages formed below the plurality of recessed channels and above the dispensing face. A first set of ports extends from the passages to the distribution face and a second set of ports extends from a top surface of the distribution face to the dispensing face. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120097252 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING FAULTS IN VACUUM PUMPS OF FUEL SYSTEMS AND FOR DIAGNOSING LEAKS IN FUEL SYSTEMS - A control system includes a switching valve control module, a pressure determination module, and a fuel system diagnostic module. The switching valve control module actuates a switching valve in a fuel system of a vehicle between a first position and a second position, the first position venting a suction side of a vacuum pump in the fuel system to an atmosphere, the second position sealing the suction side of the vacuum pump from the atmosphere. The pressure determination module determines a first pressure on the suction side of the vacuum pump when the switching valve is in the first position, and determines a second pressure on the suction side of the vacuum pump when the switching valve is in the second position. The fuel system diagnostic module selectively diagnoses a fault in the vacuum pump based on the first pressure and the second pressure. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120097253 | THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC WATER VALVE SYSTEMS - A thermostat-controlled automatic water valve can be used to turn water from a faucet/spigot on or off automatically based on a preset air temperature. The device is compact, easy to threadingly install and can be used to reliably satisfy the watering or cooling needs of livestock or growing plants. It can also be connected to a cooling mist system enabling it to automatically turn on if the thermostat/temperature controller senses a certain set activation temperature. Building owners can also employ this item to automatically run water to keep pipes from freezing or other similar tasks/events. The device measures ambient temperature and is programmable. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120097254 | FLOW REGULATOR FOR AGRICULTURAL DRIP EMITTER - An apparatus is supplied for a self adjusting regulator suited for an irrigation emitter. A curved flow channel is integrated into a concave dome shaped surface. A deformable member deforms to approach the surface to adjust the resistance to flow. The concave dome shaped surface may match a deformed shape of the membrane. Irregularities in the interface between the surface and the deformable member are configured to achieve a desired discharge under varying flow conditions. The deformable member may activate an inlet filter cleaner by pushing a ram and thereby unclogging the filter. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120103421 | DRIED BIOLOGICAL FLUID SPOT PUNCH DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS - A dried biological fluid spot punch device includes a tube, a frit, and a filter disposed on the frit. The tube includes a main section and a distal section adjoining the main section. The main section includes a proximal tube end circumscribing a proximal tube opening, and the distal section includes a distal tube end circumscribing a distal tube opening. The distal section further includes a distal tube having a tapered inside diameter that reduces from the main section to the distal tube opening. The frit is disposed in the distal section at a distance from the distal tube opening and fixed in position by frictional contact with the distal tube wall. The punch device may also include a punching tool. The punching tool may include a body engaging the tube at the proximal tube end and an ejection mechanism configured for disengaging the body from the tube. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120103422 | WATER REMOVAL FROM ANTI-AGGLOMERATE LDHIS - A method of controlling corrosion in a subsea pipeline is disclosed which includes supplying a low dose inhibitor stream (LDHI) comprised of a quaternary amine and drying with a desiccant. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120103423 | Separating Device and Method with a Return Flow of Heavy Fraction - The invention relates to a device for separating a heavy fraction from a fluid, comprising: a main channel; swirl means in the main channel; collecting means adjoining the main channel for collecting the discharge heavy fraction; a concentric additional supply conduit with an outlet and extending into the cylindrical housing; a return channel connecting the collecting means with the additional supply conduit, and deflection means wherein the outlet is encircling the circumference of the additional supply conduit. The invention also relates to a method for separating a heavy fraction from a fluid using such a device. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120111412 | Apparatus and Method for Controlling Flow Rate of Liquid, and Storage Medium - Disclosed is a liquid flow rate control apparatus including a first flow rate control unit which includes a first flow rate control valve for a small flow rate with a first controlled flow rate range, and a second flow rate control unit which includes a second flow rate control valve for a large flow rate with a second controlled flow rate range. In particular, an overlapped range is present between the first and second controlled flow rate ranges and a liquid flows on either any one or both of the first and second flow rate control units depending on variation of a required value of a total rate. The flow rate on any one of the first and second flow rate control units is maintained and the flow rate on the other one increases while increasing the total flow rate of the liquids. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120111413 | System and Method for Delivering Chemicals - Systems and method for delivering materials to a tool are disclosed. A material delivery system utilizes two or more sources of the material to be delivered to the tool. One or more of the sources of the tool may be a batch mixer. The material delivery system also includes at least two material delivery recirculation lines providing material to at tool. The material delivery system may be manually or automatically controlled to switch supply of the material from one source to another, and/or to switch from one material delivery recirculation line to another. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120111414 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RESERVOIR MIXING - One or more turbulent jet flows of fluid are discharged from inlet nozzles communicating with an inlet pipe to mix fluid in a reservoir, such as a water storage tank. The turbulent jet flows are directed to reach the surface of the fluid already existing in the reservoir. A horizontally disposed outlet section includes low loss contraction nozzles distributed throughout a lower portion of the reservoir to induce draining from all areas of the lower portion. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120111415 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING AND TRANSPORTING VISCOUS CRUDES - There is disclosed a system adapted to transport two fluids, comprising a nozzle comprising a first nozzle portion comprising the first fluid; and a second nozzle portion comprising the second fluid, wherein the second nozzle portion has a larger diameter than and is about the first nozzle portion; and a tubular fluidly connected to and downstream of the nozzle, the tubular comprising the first fluid in a core, and the second fluid about the core; the first fluid comprising a crude oil having a total acid number greater than 1, and the second fluid comprising a basic solution having a pH greater than 8. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120118387 | Systems and Methods for High Efficiency Reliable Catalyst Delivery to Internal Combustion Engines - The present disclosure relates to improved systems and methods for providing a catalyst to an internal combustion engine. To this end, the systems and methods described herein may redirect a measured flow of pressurized air from an existing engine air flow through a catalyst reservoir to create a catalytic aerosol or mist. The aerosol or mist may be reinjected or delivered to the air intake of an engine. In various embodiments, the systems and methods disclosed herein utilize an existing engine air flow to produce a catalytic aerosol and/or mist rather than utilizing electric pumps or Venturi draws. Air flow may be controlled, adjusted, and/or optimized based upon an engine to which the disclosed systems are coupled based upon one or more passive flow control components (e.g., filters, restrictors, orifices, and/or valves). | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118388 | System for Eliminating the Need for Watertight Manholes in Insulated Piping Installations - A system is shown which can replace the need for a traditional watertight manhole servicing a pre-insulated pipeline. The piping in the system is pre-insulated, as with a bonded foam insulation. The valves and fittings in the piping system are brought to a convenient height above the watertable in an excavated area in the surrounding earthen formation and are also pre-insulated. The pre-insulated valves and fittings are partially enclosed by a containment structure which keeps the surrounding earthen formation in place. Because the valves, fittings and piping are pre-insulated, it is not necessary to maintain the surrounding enclosure in a watertight condition as was the case with a traditional manhole. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118389 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR COOLANT RECYCLING - A method for replacing a volume of coolant fluid in a circulating system in diesel engine system that includes the steps of establishing pneumatic connection with at least one location in the diesel engine coolant fluid circulating system; establishing fluid connection with at least one point in the diesel engine coolant fluid circulating system, the fluid connection location being different from the pneumatic connection; and after pneumatic and fluid connection is established, drawing a vacuum pressure through said pneumatic connection and introducing the volume of coolant fluid into the through said fluid connection as well as a device for accomplishing the same. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118390 | CHLORINE DIOXIDE RESISTANT POLYETHYLENE PIPES, THEIR PREPARATION AND USE - The present invention deals with the use of pipes made of cross-linked polyethylene for transporting water containing chlorine dioxide. Cross-linked polyethylene has a resistance of more than 3500 hours against water treated with chlorine dioxide when tested according to a modified method of ASTM F2263-03. Especially, the pipes made of cross-linked polyethylene can be used for transporting drinking water which had been disinfected by using chlorine dioxide. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118391 | APPARATUS EMPLOYING PRESSURE TRANSIENTS FOR TRANSPORTING FLUIDS - The invention relates to an apparatus employing pressure transients for transporting fluids comprising at least one partly enclosed space ( | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118392 | PLASMA SEPARATION RESERVOIR - The invention relates to a microfluidic apparatus for producing a volume flow that is uniform over time in a metering process. In various solution processes or reaction processes it is essential to have a specified given volume flow or mass flow of fluid available to ensure reliable dissolution of the reagent or ensure that the reaction takes place. In microfluidic apparatus in which separation of particles from a fluid, particularly blood, is carried out through a membrane, the volume flow through the membrane decreases continuously. In order to achieve a uniform volume flow during metering, it is envisaged that first of all a reservoir is filled from a first channel, so that the contents of the reservoir can then be fed to the metering process by opening a fluid stop. The emptying of the reservoir takes place with a uniform volume flow of 0.05 microlitres per second to 10 microlitres per second. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120125440 | ROTARY COLUMN SELECTOR VALVE - A rotary valve is designed to include a stator with multiple pairs of ports for connection to flow-through components and a rotor with elongated recesses that form flow channels with minimal dead volume and that permit a reversal of flow direction through any component by rotation of the valve through a very small angle. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120125441 | SLUDGE EXTRACTION APPARATUS AND METHOD - There is provided sludge extraction apparatus ( | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120132284 | METHOD, CONTROLLER, VALVE ARRANGEMENT AND PORTIONING DEVICE FOR PORTIONING A FLOWABLE, OPTIONALLY PRESSURIZED MASS - A method is provided for portioning a flowable, optionally pressurized mass. In a first step a first pinch valve is opened and a second pinch valve located thereafter in a principal flow direction of the mass (m) is slightly closed. As soon as a desired quantity of the mass has passed the pinch valves the first pinch valve is closed. The second pinch valve is then opened. The opening, the slight closing and the closing of the first pinch valve and of the second pinch valve is accomplished by a pressure medium. A controller, a valve arrangement and a portioning device are also provided for executing the method. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120132285 | METHOD FOR TREATING A MEDIUM BY SATURATING IT WITH USEFUL SUBSTANCES EMITTED BY PLANTS AND A DEVICE FOR CARRYING OUT THIS METHOD - The invention relates to the saturation of different gaseous, liquid, gel-like, solid and mixed media with ingredients emitted by vegetative plants. The method for treating a medium by saturating it with useful substances emitted by plants involves supplying a gaseous medium to a chamber containing vegetative or cut plants and passing the gaseous medium saturated with plant excreta through the medium undergoing treatment. Furthermore, a low pressure or a low and a high pressure is generated in the above-mentioned gaseous medium in the chamber containing the vegetative or cut plants. The medium treating device comprises a means for pumping the gaseous medium, at least one chamber for plants emitting plant excreta, which chamber is connected by a pipe to the above-mentioned means on the intake side and to the pumping means on the discharge side; furthermore, the above-mentioned means is connected on the discharge side to at least one container for the medium undergoing treatment. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120132286 | WATER-DISCHARGING DEVICE OF HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY PACK - Disclosed is a water-discharging device of a high voltage battery pack that can automatically adjust the level of water collecting in an under cover such that high voltage parts, such as an expensive battery module and a BMS, equipped in the under cover are not damaged by the water, by making the BMS operate a water pump to forcibly discharge the water out of the under cover, when the water collects and increases in level in the under cover having a sealed structure. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120132287 | PUMP FOR CONVEYING A MEDIUM AND LUBRICATING SYSTEM CONTAINING THE SAME - A pump for conveying a medium comprises a pump chamber having an intake opening and an outlet opening. A movable component is movably disposed in the pump chamber in order to convey a batch of the medium, which is located in the pump chamber, from the intake opening to the outlet opening. A ventilation device has a ventilation opening in fluid communication with the pump chamber. The ventilation opening is different from the intake opening and the outlet opening. The ventilation device is configured to reduce or at least substantially prevent, at least temporarily, the formation of a partial vacuum or a negative pressure in the pump chamber. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120138148 | INJECTOR FOR LARGE AMOUNT OF AEROSOL POWDER FOR SYNTHESIS OF CARBON NANOTUBES - Methods, processes, and apparatuses for the large scale synthesis of carbon nanostructures are provided. The apparatus for continuous large scale production of SWNTs includes a chamber. Positioned in one end of the chamber is a piston and at the other end is a tangential vortex created by gases forced into the chamber from opposite sides of the chamber walls. The chamber can be heated to reduce or eliminate agglomeration of small particles. The piston is used to push the catalyst towards the vortex, and the injection rate is controlled by the speed of the piston and the gas flow rate to create the vortex that also act as the transport gas. Thus, greater than 1 kg/h of an aerosolized, deagglomerated dry powder catalyst can be delivered to the reactor at a constant flow rate. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138149 | HOT WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, WATER HEATER AND HOT WATER SUPPLY CONTROL METHOD - A hot water supply system including a water heater that includes a storage unit storing at least device information of another water heater, and performs hot water supply control by which the water heater cooperates with the other water heater, these water heaters being able to supply hot water according to a hot water supply request; one or a plurality of the other water heater that is connected to the water heater in parallel, and supplies hot water according to the hot water supply control by the water heater; communication connection means that communicably connects the water heater and the other water heater; water supply means that supplies water to the water heater and the other water heater; and hot water supply means that supplies hot water heated by the water heater and the other water heater to a hot water supply destination. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138150 | FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM AND FLUID SUPPLY METHOD - The present invention discloses a fluid supply system, which comprises at least two flow meters and a control device. The at least two flow meters are disposed on at least one water pipeline and at least one lotion pipeline for generating a plurality of flow values. The control device is electrically connected with the at least to flow meters for receiving the flow values to confirm amounts of water and lotion supplied to at least one lotion sink. The present invention further discloses a fluid supply method. The control device judges whether fluid level sensors disposed on the lotion sink fail by the amounts of water and lotion, to prevent the lotion in the lotion sink from overflowing when the sensor fails, thereby reducing cost. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138151 | Flow Distribution Channels To Control Flow In Process Channels - The invention describes features that can be used to control flow to an array of microchannels. The invention also describes methods in which a process stream is distributed to plural microchannels. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138152 | Tubular Array for Fluidic Focusing with Integrated Optical Access Region - An apparatus for creating sheathed flow includes an inlet section comprising an array of tubes including at least one sheath inlet port and a sample inlet port, a flow focusing section downstream from the inlet section, an optical access section downstream from the flow focusing region and comprising opposing flat surfaces, and an outlet section downstream from the optical access section, wherein the apparatus is operable to create a sheathed flow around a fluid introduced into the sample inlet port and to maintain the sheathed flow through the optical access section. Applications of the apparatus and method include bead/particle counting, flow cytometry, waveguiding, and fluid control. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138153 | CLAMP SUITABLE FOR INCREASING THE FATIGUE LIFE OF THE BUTT WELDS OF A PIPE PRESSURE VESSEL WHICH IS SUBSEQUENTLY BENT - A pipe clamp for affixing to a pipe subjected to bending to minimize fatigue for a butt weld in the pipe. The pipe clamp includes an inside clamp segment and an outside clamp segment each having a semi-cylindrical shape, a first end and a second end. An inside surface of the inside clamp segment is substantially smooth for permitting slippage of an outside surface of the pipe with respect to the inside surface of the clamp segment. The outside clamp segment has an inside surface that defines a friction element. The friction element is for gripping an outside surface of the pipe to which the outside clamp segment is affixed. A clamp mechanism is provided for securing the inside clamp segment to the outside clamp segment. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138154 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE FOR CONVEYING A SUBSTANCE BY DIFFUSION IN A POROUS SUBSTRATE - The invention provides a microfluidic device for conveying substance by diffusion in a porous substrate from a substance injection zone to a substance arrival zone, which zones are connected by a substance-channeling zone. According to the invention, the porous substrate presents a free surface that is partially covered by a mask that is impermeable and that extends from the injection zone to the arrival zone in order to define the substance-channeling zone in the substrate so as to enable the substance to evaporate through a non-covered portion of the free surface. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120138155 | DEVICE FOR ADDING GAS TO FLUIDS - An apparatus for introducing a gas into a liquid in a flow tube includes at least one feed line for the liquid to be gassified and the gas to be introduced, at least one outflow line for a gas/liquid mixture, at least one return line for the gas/liquid mixture, and at least one chamber comprising at least one gas supply device arranged in the at least one return line. The apparatus does not include an injector operating on a Venturi principle. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120145245 | HIGH-PRESSURE GAS SYSTEM FOR STIMULATING MATERIAL MOVEMENT - A system and method for stimulating material movement and removing of deposits build up within industrial installations such as pipes, containers, ducts, boilers, heat-exchangers, silos and the like. The system may include a hose network including a plurality of distribution hoses branching from a central hose, far ends of the distribution hoses connected to openings provided on a wall of a vessel, and a high pressure gas supply system for supplying pressurized gas to the hose network. The system is designed to generate periodic gas blows into the vessel through the plurality of distribution hoses. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120145246 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTION OF REFRIGERANT TO A PLURALITY OF HEAT EXCHANGER EVAPORATOR COIL CIRCUITS - A refrigeration system comprising multi-output-port refrigerant distributor device. The device includes an input section, an output section and body portion. The input port is configured to be coupled to an expansion device of said system, and the output section has output ports each configured to be coupled to separate pressure-drop distributors of the system. The body portion is disposed between the input section and the output section. The body portion includes a passageway having an interior diameter which narrows in a direction from the input section towards the output section. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120145247 | FLEXIBLE HOSE ASSEMBLY WITH MULTIPLE FLOW PASSAGES - Provided is a flexible hose assembly having a flexible tube for conveying fuel through a first fuel passage formed interiorly of the flexible tube and a flexible hose surrounding the flexible tube and forming therewith a second fuel passage. The flexible tube provides internal support for the flexible hose while also allowing for flow of fuel through the second fuel passage and the fuel passages are separate from one another along a length of the flexible hose assembly. When one of the fuel passages is in a low flow or no flow condition, fuel flowing through the other of the fuel passages acts to cool the fuel passage in the low flow or no flow condition to prevent stagnant fuel in the passage from heating up and coking. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120145248 | METHOD AND APPARATUS TO INDICATE ACTIVATION OF PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE - An activation indicator for a refrigeration system pressure relief valve is presented. In one embodiment, the indicator comprises a covering that covers an outlet passage of the pressure relief valve. The covering is at least partially displaceable by refrigerant as it exits the refrigeration system through the pressure relief valve. In another embodiment, sensors outputting a signal transmit an altered signal when the relief device releases refrigerant. A notification device is activated to indicate that the pressure relief device has activated. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120145249 | PULL-OUT WAND - A pull-out wand is disclosed for use with a water delivery device. The pull-out wand may include one or more sensors, such as a touch sensor and/or a proximity sensor. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120152358 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR APPLYING FLUID DURING A PLACEMENT CYCLE - A component placement machine that includes a movable housing that is adapted for movement in an X and a Y axis above a printed circuit board. The housing includes a rotatable frame having at least one pick and place head configured to pick up a component and place the component on the printed circuit board. The housing further includes a fluid application station configured to apply fluid to the component after being picked up by the pick and place head and before being placed on the printed circuit board. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152359 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WATER TREATMENT - A method and apparatus for the treatment of water and, more particularly, to the mineralization of water in order to improve pH, hardness, turbidity, and/or alkalinity is described. More particularly, a system is provided for the treatment of water that needs additional hardness, alkalinity, and/or pH adjustment while also meeting turbidity requirements. The use of sodium hydroxide and other methods for avoiding turbidity problems can be eliminated and/or minimized. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152360 | Pulsation Dampening System for a Reciprocating Pump - A pressure pulsation dampening system for a pump that pressurizes a working fluid. In some embodiments, the dampening system includes a hydraulic cylinder, a valve, and a controller. The hydraulic cylinder has a piston that is movably disposed within a housing and divides the housing into a working fluid chamber and a hydraulic fluid chamber. An outlet of the pump is in fluid communication with the working fluid chamber, and the valve is in fluid communication with the hydraulic fluid chamber. The controller is operable to actuate the valve to a first configuration, wherein pressurized hydraulic fluid is supplied to the hydraulic fluid chamber, and to a second configuration, wherein hydraulic fluid is exhausted from the hydraulic fluid chamber. The piston is movable under fluid pressure, whereby working fluid is relieved from the outlet to the working fluid chamber or supplied to the outlet from the working fluid chamber. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152361 | Inertia Enhanced Pumping Mechanism And Method - A device and method are provided for pumping fluid through a channel of a microfluidic device. The channel has an input and an output. The channel is filled with fluid and droplets under pressure are sequentially directed at the input of the channel so as to cause fluid to flow in the channel towards the output. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152362 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR REDUCING OXYGEN INFILTRATION - Configurations and methods of reducing oxygen infiltration into an oxygen-sensitive process environment of a plant are presented in which carbon dioxide is isolated from a process stream within the plant, and in which a small portion of the isolated carbon dioxide is used in the plant as a transport gas or a seal gas for devices that are known to exhibit air in-leaking. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152363 | PIPING INTERNALS TO CONTROL GAS-LIQUID FLOW SPLIT - Structures and methods are provided for improving the distribution of fluids between exit flows from a split junction, such as a tee-junction. The improved distribution of fluids can result in a more equal distribution of both gases and liquids between the exits of the junction. The improvement can be provided by using a baffle structure, such as an annular baffle structure, upstream from the desired junction. The baffle structures can improve the distribution of fluids in the exit flows in various manners, such as by reducing the amount of vorticity or “swirl” in the input flow to the junction or by reducing the separation of gases from liquids within a flow. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152364 | GAS CONCENTRATION CONTROLLER SYSTEM - The present invention is one that prevents standard gas from remaining in a standard gas line to prevent a concentration of standard gas from being reduced due to adsorption, modification, or the like, and has: a diluent gas line provided with a diluent gas flow rate controlling mechanism; a standard gas line provided with a standard gas flow rate controlling mechanism; an output gas line joined by the diluent gas line and standard gas line and outputs the standard gas having a predetermined concentration; an exhaust gas line connected to an upstream side of the standard gas flow rate controlling mechanism in the standard gas line and provided with an on/off valve and a flow rate control part; and a control part that, depending on a flow rate of the standard gas flowing through the standard gas line or the type of the standard gas, switches on/off the on/off valve. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152365 | BUTTON WATER-STOPPING DEVICE AND ITS CONTROL METHOD - A button water-stopping device has a button mechanism that can be glidingly connected to a main body, a shaking plate that can be asway set in the main body. The main body has a water channel that can penetrate the main body and a division board that is hermetically set in the water channel and has the first water hole that penetrates the division board. The button mechanism has a button and an elastic rod which is fixed under the button, and reaches into the water channel. The shaking plate has the second water hole that penetrates the shaking plate and a control groove which has two cooperative grooves. The elastic rod reaches into the control groove and can alternatively resist one of the two cooperative grooves to make the shaking plate swing left or right. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120152366 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OFFLOADING A HYDROCARBON FLUID - Disclosed are various apparatus and method for transferring a hydrocarbon fluid between two bodies. An offloading system for facilitating hydrocarbon fluid transfer between two bodies includes a transfer skid and a lifting system. The transfer skid is movable from a first body to a second body to be installed thereupon to facilitate hydrocarbon fluid transfer to and from the first and the second bodies. The lifting system may be provided on the first body, and includes an extendable lifting arm; a spreader frame attachment which includes at least a first and a second lifting device to support the transfer skid, wherein the spreader frame attachment is rotatably coupled to the extendable lifting arm to allow angular or rotatable adjustment of the transfer skid in a horizontal plane. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120160327 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOMENTARY HYDROSTATIC OPERATION OF HYDRODYNAMIC THRUST BEARINGS IN A VERTICAL FLUID DISPLACEMENT MODULE - System and method for axial support of a pump or compressor rotor shaft during start-up or shut-down of a vertical fluid displacement module for subsea operation including a motor and a pump or compressor. Lubrication fluid is momentarily supplied for hydrostatic operation of hydrodynamic thrust bearing(s) from a topside or land-based fluid supply via a flow control module arranged in conjunction with a subsea pressure control unit configured for controlling the supply and discharge of barrier and lubrication fluids to/from the fluid displacement module. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120160328 | HYDRAULIC SWIVEL - A hydraulic swivel has a case defining a substantially cylindrical interior and a first access port defined in a side thereof, the first access port providing a path for fluid communication between an interior and an exterior of the case. A spool occupies the interior of the case, the spool and the case together defining a first circumferential channel such that the access port is in fluid communication with the channel regardless of the rotational relationship between the case and the spool, and wherein the spool defines a first interior passageway, the first interior passageway having a port connecting to the first circumferential channel. An actuator occupies at least a portion of the first interior channel selectively blocking and enabling fluid communication between the first circumferential channel and the first interior passageway and therefore selectively blocking and enabling fluid communication between the access port and the first interior passageway. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120160329 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING FLUIDS - A method and apparatus for monitoring a fluid that is to be transported through a fluid conduit within a hydrocarbon exploration and production installation is described. A monitoring zone is established upstream of the fluid conduit configured such the fluid supply to the fluid conduit is introduced via the monitoring zone. The fluid supply within the monitoring zone is monitored for the occurrence of events detrimental to the flow of the fluid supply through the fluid conduit. Monitoring the fluid supply prior to entering the fluid conduit allows for the early detection of an event detrimental to the flow of the fluid supply e.g. a chemical reaction indicative of corrosion of the fluid conduit or the formation of a potential blockage within the fluid conduit. In this way the risk of costly blockages or structural failure occurring within the fluid conduit is reduced. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120160330 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTINUOUSLY PRODUCING A LIQUID MIXTURE - The invention relates to a system ( | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120160331 | SAMPLE INPUT DEVICE FOR INPUTTING LIQUID SAMPLES - A sample input device for transferring liquid samples, typically blood samples, from sample containers, typically syringes, into analyzer devices for examining the composition of the samples, wherein the sample input device comprises retention elements for at least partly keeping particulate components of the sample from passing over from the sample container into the analyzer, and wherein the sample input device further contains at least one ventilation device that allows ventilating the sample container while transferring the sample from the sample container into the analyzer, typically when aspirating the sample via the analyzer. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120160332 | PILOT VALVE, METHOD OF USING, AND FLUID SYSTEM EQUIPPED THEREWITH - A pilot valve assembly for regulating the output of a first pressure source relative to a second pressure source, a fluid system equipped with the valve assembly, and a method of operating the valve assembly. The valve assembly includes a valve body with inlet and outlet ports and first and second sensing ports. The first and second sensing ports are adapted to sense, respectively, the fluid pressures of the first and second pressure sources. The inlet port is adapted for fluidically connecting to the first pressure source. The valve assembly defines a flow path between the inlet and outlet ports, and has components for allowing fluid flow from the inlet port, through the flow path, and to the outlet port only if the fluid pressure of the first pressure source exceeds the fluid pressure of the second pressure source by a differential by the flow-allowing components. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120167987 | TRUNNION BALL VALVE SEAT WITH V-SECTION SPRING - The disclosed embodiments include systems and methods for energizing a ball valve seat assembly. In particular, the disclosed embodiments are directed toward energizing devices that generate linear or substantially linear energizing forces. In other words, as a seat of the ball valve translates axially with respect to a ball of the ball valve, the resulting energizing force that biases the seat ring back toward the ball is substantially directly proportional to the amount of axial translation. In certain embodiments, the linear energizing device includes an annular cantilevered v-shaped spring having a generally constant cross-sectional profile, including a pair of legs extending from a curved end. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120167988 | COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR IN-SYSTEM PRIMING MICROFLUIDIC DEVICES - The present invention relates to compositions and methods for in-system priming of microfluidic devices. Aspects of the present invention relate to compositions and methods for in-system priming of microfluidic devices utilizing a priming solution comprising adding and/or increasing concentrations of surfactant in a buffer solution. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120167989 | METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR LIFT GAS DISTRIBUTION - A method, system, and apparatus for lift gas distribution are disclosed. According to one embodiment, a lift gas distributor comprises a plate having a surface and an underside, the plate having a first diameter; a center section of the plate having a second diameter, wherein the first diameter is larger than the second diameter; a predetermined number of holes having a third diameter drilled into the surface of the plate, the holes drilled at an angle, the holes evenly distributed in the center section; and a plurality of tubes welded onto the underside of the plate, each tube having a predetermined length, wherein each tube is welded onto each hole. Lift gas passes through the tubes and holes into a reactor. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120167990 | Motorized automate/manual push button system - A driving mechanism, mounting to a flush apparatus, includes an actuation housing coupling with a valve body, a manual actuation unit including a push button and a manual plunger arm transversely extended from the push button towards a pushing platform, and an automated actuation unit including a motorized unit and an automated plunger arm transversely extended towards the pushing platform. When the push button is manually pressed, the pushing platform is pushed by the manual plunger arm to move a diaphragm member at the unsealed position. When the motorized unit is activated in responsive to a presence of a user, the automated plunger arm is driven by the motorized unit to move towards the pushing platform, such that the pushing platform is pushed by the automated plunger arm to move the diaphragm member at the unsealed position. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120167991 | Swirl Element, Inlet Valve, Device and Method for Evaporating or Driving out Highly Volatile ... - A swirl element is provided for an inlet valve of a brewing vessel for introducing a liquid, in particular a mash, a wort, a yeast suspension, a sparge water or the like into the brewing vessel, in particular into a mash tun, a mash vat, a combined mash/wort tun, a combined mash/wort/stripping tun, a wort tun, a combined whirlpool tun, a whirlpool, a clarifying device, an evaporating vessel or the like, comprising at least one flow-directing element by means of which an angular momentum can be imparted to the liquid flowing through the inlet valve. An evaporating device comprises a brewing vessel, also for evaporating highly volatile substances/gases, in particular highly volatile flavor substances, DMS, carbon dioxide, oxygen or the like from the aforementioned liquids. The brewing vessel comprises the swirl element and/or an inlet valve admitting the liquid. A brewing process evaporates highly volatile substances/gases from the aforementioned liquids. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120174983 | FLUID-BASED ARTICLE DISTRIBUTION AND SORTING SYSTEM - A fluid-based radial distribution system includes an internal passageway and a plurality of openings radially spaced around the internal passageway. A plurality of gate members are associated with at least some of the plurality of openings, with the gate members are configured to move between an open position that allows product to move through the opening associated with that gate member and a closed position that restricts product from moving through the opening associated with that gate member. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120174984 | COMBINED ON-BOARD HYDRIDE SLURRY STORAGE AND REACTOR SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR HYDROGEN-POWERED VEHICLES AND DEVICES - An on-board hydride storage system and process are described. The system includes a slurry storage system that includes a slurry reactor and a variable concentration slurry. In one preferred configuration, the storage system stores a slurry containing a hydride storage material in a carrier fluid at a first concentration of hydride solids. The slurry reactor receives the slurry containing a second concentration of the hydride storage material and releases hydrogen as a fuel to hydrogen-power devices and vehicles. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120174985 | LAMINATE SPOOL VALVE - A method and apparatus for controlling the logic of a spool valve including providing a valve block having a bore and a plurality of ports formed therein, the ports in fluid communication with the bore. A spool is selectively movable in the valve block and in fluid communication with the ports. A plurality of annular laminates is located on the spool, wherein each of the annular laminates comprises an outer diameter and an inner diameter. The outer diameter of each of the annular laminates seals against the bore and the inner diameter seals against the spool. A laminate plug is secured within the bore and compresses the annular laminates within the bore. Guiding the annular laminates by the spool controls the logic of the spool valve. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120180872 | AUTOMATED YIELD MONITORING AND CONTROL - A system is adapted to automatically maintain a desired yield level for a slurry flow. Measurements of the electrical conductivity of a slurry are taken and corrected for the effects of temperature and pressure. The corrected conductivity measurements are used to arrive at a value for system yield. The system automatically determines if the yield is too high or too low relative to a desired level, and controls the rate at which accelerator is added to the slurry in order to increase or decrease yield. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120186653 | ACCUMULATOR RESERVOIR VENTING - An example accumulator reservoir includes a housing. The housing contains a system fluid chamber, a working fluid chamber, and a residual chamber. Vent paths are configured to vent fluid from the residual chamber. Each of the vent paths extends nonlinearly between a first opening and a second opening. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120186654 | WATER SUPPLY MODULE - A water supply module | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120186655 | MASS FLOW CONTROLLER WITH ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS, PROGNOSTICS, AND DATA LOGGING - A mass flow controller and method for operating the same is disclosed. The mass flow controller includes a mass flow control system to control the mass flow rate of a fluid, and a data logging component that obtains snapshots of condition-specific-data for each of a plurality of reoccurring condition types, and reduces each snapshot of condition-specific-data to functional parameter values that characterize each snapshot of condition-specific-data, and the data logging component generates statistical values that are stored in a short term data store that characterize multiple functional parameter values that are obtained during each separate occurrence of a specific condition type. A diagnostics component diagnoses failures using current functional parameter values and the statistical values stored in the short-term memory, and a prognostics component predicts failures based upon a collection of data sets that are stored in the long-term memory. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120186656 | HYDRATION SYSTEM - A bicycle-mountable hydration system includes a first and a second bladder, each-configured to hold liquid, and a holder configured to be supported by a top bar of a bicycle. The holder has first and second outward-facing sides and first and second inward-facing sides. The holder includes a left portion that is configured to receive the first bladder at the first-inward-facing side and a right portion that is configured to receive the second bladder at the second inward-facing side and a middle portion connecting the left portion and the right portion. When the holder is supported by a top bar of a bicycle, the first-inward-facing side of the left portion faces the first-inward-facing side of the right portion. The middle portion may hang over the top bar of the bicycle to support the holder with the first bladder on an opposite side of the top bar from the second bladder. The system may be convertible to function as a hydration backpack when removed from the bicycle. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120192949 | SAMPLING AND REJECTION DEVICE - A sampling and rejection device for a boiler or steam generating system is described. The sampling and rejection device receives the condensate or fluid and allows a volume of the condensate to liquefy or the fluid to build up in the interior of the sampling and rejection device. One or more conductivity, pH, and temperature sensors or probes are positioned in the sampling and rejection device to measure the condensate. The sampling and rejection device includes a collection vessel to hold and temporarily store the condensate. The sampling and rejection device includes an outlet or a return line (to a central boiler) and a drain line. If the sensor measures undesirable conductivity, pH, or temperature in the condensate in the collection vessel, then a valve to the drain line is opened and the condensate is rejected. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120192950 | FLOOR DRAIN VALVE WITH RESILIENTLY MOUNTED RIGID FLAPPERS - An improved floor drain valve for buildings, basements, exterior paved areas, and the like. The invention provides floor drain assemblies and check valves providing improved drainage performance, particularly where drainage is an irregular occurrence. and having unprecedented simplicity and reliability. Floor drains according to the invention comprise check valves having elastomeric hinge structures mounting relatively rigid flapper structures biased upwardly against sealing surfaces adapted for disposition within floor drains. Water entering the valve structure opens the flapper valves by gravitational forces downwardly against the relatively rigid flapper, and after passage of the water, the valve is elastomerically urged into the sealed position restricting back flow of gases from the downstream area of the drain conduit and permitting pressure testing of the downstream conduit. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120192951 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MALFUNCTIONS RECOGNITION IN A THERAPEUTIC DISPENSING DEVICE - Disclosed are systems, devices, and methods, including a system that includes a sensor configured to monitor at least one parameter associated with operation of the fluid delivery device, and a controller. The controller is configured to activate a motor of the fluid delivery device, detect an occurrence of a problem in fluid delivery based on one or more first sensor signals generated by the sensor when the motor is activated in a first direction, the one or more first sensor signals representative of the at least one parameter monitored in the first direction, and determine a type of the detected problem based on one or more second sensor signals generated by the sensor when the motor is activated in a second direction substantially opposite the first direction, the one or more second sensor signals representative of the at least one parameter monitored in the second direction. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120192952 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS - A three-dimensional microfluidic system including: at least one hydrophilic thread along which fluid can be transported through capillary wicking; and at least one hydrophobic substrate for supporting the hydrophilic thread. A method of transporting and mixing a plurality of fluids within a microfluidic system including at least two hydrophilic threads and a hydrophobic substrate having at least two zones, each of the hydrophilic threads supported on a different hydrophobic substrate zone, including: delivering each said fluid to a different hydrophilic thread; and bringing the at least two hydrophilic threads into contact to cause mixing of the fluids. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120192953 | PLASMA PROCESSING APPARATUS AND PLASMA PROCESSING METHOD - A plasma processing apparatus includes a processing vessel, a depressurizing part, a placing part, a discharge tube, an introduction waveguide, a gas-supplying part, a transport tube, and a first temperature-detecting part. The processing vessel is able to maintain an atmosphere. The depressurizing part reduces the internal pressure of the processing vessel. The placing part places an object to be processed. The discharge tube has a region generating plasma therein and being provided at a position separated from the processing vessel. The introduction waveguide causes microwave emitted from a microwave-generating part to propagate therethrough to introduce the microwave into the region generating the plasma. The gas-supplying part supplies a process gas to the region generating the plasma. The transport tube communicates the discharge tube with the processing vessel. The first temperature-detecting part detects temperature of the discharge tube. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120199204 | Household water reservoir - A household water reservoir includes a reservoir body having a water inlet, a water outlet, and a water chamber communicating between the water inlet and the water outlet. The water inlet is operatively connected to a water inflow of the household water piping system. The water outlet is operatively connected to a water outflow of the household water piping system. Accordingly, the water chamber is adapted for reserving a predetermined amount of water when the water flows from the water inlet to the water outlet, in such a manner that the reservoir body enables the water being stored in the water chamber in fresh by keeping the water moving from the water inlet to the water outlet during daily water usage. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199205 | SYSTEM FOR PREPARING A MEDICAL FLUID AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A MEDICAL FLUID - A concentrate container for preparing a medical fluid, preferably for preparing a dialysis solution, is provided, the concentrate container including at least two concentrate compartments, wherein at least one of the concentrate compartments has a medical fluid outlet, and at least one of the concentrate compartments has a diluent inlet. Further, systems for preparing a medical fluid and a method for preparing a medical fluid are described. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199206 | DIRECT METERING FUEL SYSTEM WITH CONSTANT SERVO FLOW - A direct metering fuel supply system includes a fuel pump, a burn flow fuel line, a servo flow fuel line, and a servo regulator. The fuel pump is adapted receive pump commands representative of a commanded fuel flow rate and is configured, in response to the pump commands, to discharge fuel at the commanded fuel flow rate. The burn flow fuel line is in fluid communication with the pump to receive a first portion of the fuel discharged therefrom. The servo flow fuel line is in fluid communication with the pump to receive a second portion of the fuel discharged therefrom. The servo regulator is mounted on the servo flow fuel line and configured to maintain fuel flow rate in the servo flow fuel line at a substantially constant fuel flow rate regardless of fuel flow rate in the burn flow fuel line. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199207 | SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING CLOSURE AND CONTAINER - A self-contained breathing closure for flasks and other containers that require gas exchange. An illustrative embodiment of the closure is comprised of a splashguard, an adaptor for attaching the closure to the container, a bellows element and a gas-permeable barrier element. The splashguard is intended to keep liquid contents under vigorous agitation in the container without wetting the gas-permeable barrier. The adaptor couples the closure to the container in a secure fashion. The bellows element allows for repeated changes in the internal volume of the container-closure system. The gas-permeable barrier allows desired gases to enter and leave the container while excluding small particles and/or microorganisms. The technology may be used with existing glass flask technology, or coupled to a plastic flask that may be configured for either single-use, or multiple-use. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199208 | METHOD FOR GENERATING MARKED BATCHES OF WATER - A method of generating a series of successive marked parcels of water in a water distribution network ( | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199209 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR STORING AND/OR FILTERING A SUBSTANCE - Apparatuses, systems, and methods for loading and/or unloading a substance into or from a sorption media. A substance is presented at an edge of the sorption media, which comprises parallel layers of a sorption material. To load (i.e., via absorption and/or adsorption) the substance into the sorption media, heat is transferred away from the sorption media, a loading voltage is applied to the sorption media, and/or a pressure is increased relative to the sorption media. To unload the substance from the sorption media, heat is transferred into the sorption media, a voltage of an opposite polarity from the loading voltage is applied to the sorption media, and/or a pressure is decreased relative to the sorption media. In some embodiments, the sorption media includes surface structures that may load molecules of the substance. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120199210 | VALVE WITH SHUTTLE - A valve with a shuttle for use in a flow management system includes a spill port and bypasses a backflow. | 08-09-2012 |
| 20120204962 | System and Method for Improved Hydrothermal Upgrading of Carbonaceous Material - Methods and apparatus are arranged to increase thermal efficiency, reduce waste water treatment, reduce net usage of fresh water, and improve operational reliability during direct hydrothermal upgrading of carbonaceous materials, including low-rank coals. Drain water collected from the hydrothermal upgrading system is passed through a reboiler system to generate steam which can be returned to the hydrothermal processor system for use therein. | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120204963 | FIRE SUPRESSION FLUID CIRCULATION SYSTEM - An arrangement for testing a fire suppression sprinkler system includes a supply conduit for supplying a fire suppression fluid to a plurality of sprinklers. A sensor senses a flow of fire suppression fluid through the supply conduit. A drain conduit drains fire suppression fluid when the fire suppression system is tested. A drain valve controls the flow of the fire suppression fluid so that when the fire suppression system is tested the fire suppression fluid is controlled to enter the drain conduit. A fire suppression fluid collection tank collects the fire suppression fluid which has entered the drain conduit for reintroducing the collected fire suppression fluid to the supply conduit. A circulation valve controls the flow of the fire suppression fluid so that when the fire suppression system is tested the fire suppression fluid enters the fire suppression fluid collection tank. | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120211084 | MULTIPLE EMULSIONS CREATED USING JETTING AND OTHER TECHNIQUES - The present invention generally relates to emulsions, and more particularly, to multiple emulsions. In one aspect, multiple emulsions are formed by urging a fluid into a channel, e.g., by causing the fluid to enter the channel as a “jet.” Side channels can be used to encapsulate the fluid with a surrounding fluid. In some cases, multiple fluids may flow through a channel collinearly before multiple emulsion droplets are formed. The fluidic channels may also, in certain embodiments, include varying degrees of hydrophilicity or hydrophobicity. As examples, the fluidic channel may be relatively hydrophilic upstream of an intersection (or other region within the channel) and relatively hydrophobic downstream of the intersection, or vice versa. In some cases, the average cross-sectional dimension may change, e.g., at an intersection. For instance, the average cross-sectional dimension may increase at the intersection. Surprisingly, a relatively small increase in dimension, in combination with a change in hydrophilicity of the fluidic channel, may delay droplet formation of a stream of collinearly-flowing multiple fluids under certain flow conditions; accordingly, the point at which multiple emulsion droplets are formed can be readily controlled within the fluidic channel. In some cases, the multiple droplet may be formed from the collinear flow of fluids at (or near) a single location within the fluidic channel. In addition, unexpectedly, systems such as those described herein may be used to encapsulate fluids in single or multiple emulsions that are difficult or impossible to encapsulate using other techniques, such as fluids with low surface tension, viscous fluids, or viscoelastic fluids. Other aspects of the invention are generally directed to methods of making and using such systems, kits involving such systems, emulsions created using such systems, or the like. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120211085 | TAP LIQUID SAVINGS IN A LIQUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - A liquid distribution system having at least one liquid conduit extending from a liquid source to a liquid tap and a method for substantially retaining the temperature of a liquid in the liquid distribution system. When a tapping operation is finished, the liquid is evacuated from the liquid conduit, and a gas is brought into the liquid conduit in order to replace the liquid therein and cause the liquid to flow backwards to the liquid source. When liquid is to be tapped from the liquid tap, the gas is evacuated from the liquid conduit. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120216871 | SPLIT VALVE PUMP CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - A hydraulic system that includes a controller controlling multiple hydraulic pumps to power multiple hydraulic functions. Any ratio of flow can be directed from each of the pumps to each of the functions, including having a pump dedicated to each function, or having one pump dedicated to one function and another pump supplying multiple functions including the one function. The controller can receive machine feedback and failure data indicating regions of the system with functional disruptions, and can direct flow from the pumps to the functions along routes that avoid the functional disruptions. The system can include operator input devices that provide operator inputs to the controller for controlling the system. The system can operate the hydraulic system in different modes, including modes to improve fuel efficiency and to improve productivity. The system can include a mode switch for operator selection of a desired mode. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120216872 | VARIABLE BUOYANCE SETTING FLAPPER - A flush valve is provided for discharging fluid from a tank. The flush valve includes a flapper. The flapper includes a frame portion and a hollow float portion rotatably connected to the frame portion. A relative rotational position between the frame portion and the float portion adjusts at least one opening formed between the frame portion and the float portion, and controls an amount of fluid discharged from the tank by variably adjusting buoyancy of the flapper. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120216873 | FLUID TREATMENT SYSTEM WITH BULK MATERIAL BEDS OPERATED IN PARALLEL AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH A SYSTEM - A fluid treatment system having bulk beds. The fluid to be treated essentially streams from the bottom up through a bulk bed, while the bulk material migrates through the bulk beds in countercurrent to the fluid essentially from the top down. This is accomplished by removing partial quantities of bulk material at the lower end of the bulk bed, and delivering partial quantities of the bulk material to the bulk bed at the top. At least one charging wagon provided with optionally sealable bulk material outlets is able to traverse a charging channel between a charging position and several partial bulk bed release positions above the bulk beds. Provided below the bulk material outlets and the bulk material valve of the charging wagon are bulk material through pipes, the bulk material outlet mouths of which end on bulk material cones of an underlying bulk bed. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120216874 | Delivery of Iodine Gas - A method and system for delivering iodine gas is presented. The pure iodine gas flow can be at a controlled, known flow rate, and furthermore be held at a positive pressure in relation to a process chamber. In an exemplary embodiment, pure iodine gas is transported without the use of an inert carrier gas. This is facilitated in part by maintaining the iodine gas chamber at a higher pressure than the processing chamber. In one exemplary embodiment, an iodine vessel receives solid iodine supplied by an iodine fill source and is heated to produce pure iodine gas. In addition, a control system monitors and controls the operating conditions in the iodine vessel and maintains a positive pressure in the iodine vessel. The iodine delivery system may include a valve system configured to control the flow of iodine gas through the iodine delivery system and into a process chamber. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120222744 | CAVITATION REACTOR - Cavitation reactor for hydrodynamic generation of homogeneous, oscillating cavitation bubbles in a fluid, including, while forming a flow duct and arranged one behind the other in the direction of flow of the fluid, an acceleration section designed to increase a flow velocity, a diaphragm arranged transversely to the direction of flow with a plurality of micro-passages designed for generating cavitation bubbles, where at least 10 micro-passages per cm | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120222745 | CONTROLLABLE PNEUMATIC BRAKE BOOSTER AND METHOD FOR OPERATING IT - A vacuum brake booster which applies a supporting force to a main cylinder, as well as a method for its operation are described. The supporting force of the vacuum brake booster is able to be set via an adjusting device as well as via a main control valve. Consequently, the brake booster is operable in two operating modes, in a first operating mode, the supporting force being set by the adjusting device, and in a second operating mode, by the main control valve. Among other things, the brake booster is able to be used in brake systems in which the braking effect of a hydraulic and an additional brake system are combined, the braking effect of the hydraulic brake system having to be adapted to that of the additional brake system, for instance, in the case of regenerative brake systems of an electric or an hybrid vehicle. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120222746 | FROZEN/CHILLED FLUID FOR PIPELINES AND FOR STORAGE FACILITIES - Methods of, and apparatus for, storing and transporting a hazardous fluid, such as a combustible fuel, include methods and means, respectively, for:
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| 20120222747 | PASSIVE COMPONENTS FOR MICRO-FLUIDIC FLOW PROFILE SHAPING AND RELATED METHOD THEREOF - The present invention relates to microfluidic systems and methods for controlling the flow of fluid using passive components engineered into the microchannels. These passive flow components include fluidic diodes, fluidic capacitors, and fluidic inductors. Various fluidic circuits are provided to control fluid flow including fluid rectifiers, fluid band pass filters, and fluid timers. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120222748 | DROPLET CREATION TECHNIQUES - The present invention is generally related to systems and methods for producing droplets. The droplets may contain varying species, e.g., for use as a library. In some cases, at least one droplet is used to create a plurality of droplets, using techniques such as flow-focusing techniques. In one set of embodiments, a plurality of droplets, containing varying species, can be divided to form a collection of droplets containing the various species therein. A collection of droplets, according to certain embodiments, may contain various subpopulations of droplets that all contain the same species therein. Such a collection of droplets may be used as a library in some cases, or may be used for other purposes. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120227813 | Choke Assembly - A choke assembly comprises an inlet ( | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227814 | PLUG AND PUMP SYSTEM FOR ROUTING PRESSURIZED FLUID - A plug and pump system for routing pressurized fluid from a fluid source is disclosed. The system includes a platform and a docking station interface mounted on the platform and including multiple points of articulation. A wellhead interface is mounted on the platform and includes multiple points of articulation. The docking station interface and the wellhead interface are configured to route pressurized fluid from a fluid source. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227815 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STORING AND DISPENSING A PRESSURE HOSE - An apparatus for storing, rotating and feeding a high pressure hose, including: a first rotatable drum with a helical groove; a second rotatable drum; and at least one actuator for rotating the first and second drums. For rotation of the first and second drums in first and second opposite directions, respectively, a hose and a cable are coilable into the helical groove such that the hose is in compressive engagement with the cable and the first drum. For rotation of the first and second drums in the second and first directions, respectively, the hose is uncoilable from the first drum and displaceable beyond the apparatus and the cable is coilable about the second drum. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227816 | DYNAMIC GAS BLENDING - This invention is directed to various protocols for reprocessing off-spec gas to produce a concentration of off-spec gases to a desired target concentration. A combination of source gases is blended with the off-spec gas. This technique has the effect of enabling relatively small adjustments to the concentration of off-spec gas. Processes are also described that incorporate the blending protocols. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227817 | GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - Methods and apparatus for delivery of gas are provided herein. In some embodiments, a gas delivery system may include a premix tank having an inlet and an outlet; a plurality of gas supplies coupled to the inlet of the premix tank; a plurality of valves, each valve respectively disposed in line with a corresponding one of the plurality of gas supplies; and a conduit coupling the outlet of the premix tank to one or more gas delivery zones. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227818 | Butterfly valves - A butterfly valve for handling materials where the temperature of the materials flowing through the butterfly valve can exceed the breakdown temperature of the sealing member with the butterfly valve inhibiting contact of hot transportable materials with the sealing member to isolate the hot transportable materials from the sealing member. Cooling conduits maintain at least portions of the valve that contacts the sealing member at a temperature below the breakdown temperature of the sealing member to prevent seal failure. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227819 | Fluid resistance reducing method and resistance reducing propulsion device - A fluid resistance reducing method and a resistance reducing propulsion device are disclosed, wherein vane-shaped devices are inserted in the fluid at a certain interval along a vertical direction to a moving velocity direction of the fluid, and thus the fluid is divided into several limited zones to limit the fluid and solidify moving state; resultantly the fluid is prevented from directly crashing with fixed wall of a surface of an object to be resistance-reduced and thus a moving velocity direction of the vane-shaped device accords with a predetermined direction of a tangent line of the fixed wall and reaction force on the fluid provides a centripetal force for the fluid to turn, so as to force the fluid to gradually change the velocity direction along the fixed wall and manually intervene with parts of the object to force the fluid near a boundary face to moves stratifiedly and orderly. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227820 | Emergency Subsystem for a Fluid System - A fluid system includes an emergency subsystem and a main subsystem in fluid communication with a working element. The main subsystem is in fluid communication with the emergency subsystem. The system operates in a standard mode and an emergency mode. During standard mode, both the main and emergency subsystems jointly provide fluid to the working element. During emergency mode, the emergency subsystem is configured for independently providing fluid to the working element. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120234393 | APPARATUS FOR DETECTING TARGET MOLECULES AND RELATED METHODS - An apparatus for analysis of a sample and in particular of a biological sample. The apparatus contains a microfluidic chip with dies, adapted to be selectively activated or deactivated by presence of target molecules in the biological sample. The apparatus further contains a light source to emit light for illumination of the microfluidic chip and an optical filter to allow passage of the light from the dies once activated or deactivated by the presence of the target molecules. A method for pressurizing a microfluidic chip is also disclosed, where a chamber is provided, the chamber is connected with the microfluidic chip and pressure is applied to the chamber. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120241006 | PROCESS FOR CONTACTING ONE OR MORE FLUIDS AND A REACTOR RELATING THERETO - One exemplary embodiment can be a process for contacting one or more fluids in a vessel. The process may include passing one or more fluids into a chamber from an overhead tray and providing a conduit outside the chamber coupling a respective spillway to a respective hole for increasing contact time inside the conduit. Typically, the chamber forms one or more sidewalls forming at least one hole and the overhead tray forms at least one spillway. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120241007 | Actuating Device and Method for Displacing the Actuating Device - An actuating device or displacing a control device, such as a valve, gate valve or other control mechanism, in particular for use in oil or gas production systems, comprises a motor-gear unit ( | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120241008 | APPLICATION OF TREATMENT FLUIDS TO COMPONENTS - A device for applying a treatment fluid to a target includes an application chamber that defines a substantially laminar application flow path from an inflow region to an outflow region of the application chamber; and a distribution chamber that communicates with the application chamber at an interface, in use, fluid being delivered from the distribution chamber to the application chamber via the interface across the full extent of the inflow region of the application chamber. A process for applying treatment fluid to a target region of a component surface using a treatment device operable to present the treatment fluid to the component surface is also disclosed. The process comprises introducing the treatment device to the target region of the component surface, and drawing treatment fluid through the device, across the target region of the component surface solely under the action of reduced pressure applied at an outlet of the device. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120241009 | Pressure Compensating Device - A pressure compensating device for compensating fluid pressure within a sealed enclosure comprises a cylinder divided into a first chamber and a second chamber by a piston, wherein:
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| 20120241010 | Digital Closed Loop Proportional Hydraulic Pressure Controller - A digitally controlled current to pressure converter (CPC) is provided. A digital CPC utilizes a digital controller and an onboard pressure transducer to accurately control the output pressure based upon an input analog control signal. The digital controller includes an anti-silting algorithm that provides an impulse movement of the three-way rotary valve of the CPC to loosen and flush away silt contamination from the valve. A redundant seal stack including an intermediate passage to the hydraulic drain ensures a low pressure drop across the outboard seal minimizing the potential for leakage and improving reliability of the CPC. The digital controller also includes redundancy and fault management algorithms that enable the use of multiple inputs and feedback signals for control of the CPC. Master/slave operation and transitioning is also provided by the digital controller. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120241011 | Valve having a magnet stack - In a valve for controlling a fluid passage, a valve needle is actuated by a first electromagnetic drive having a first armature element and is reset by a return element, and a second electromagnetic drive is provided having a second armature element for actuating the valve needle. The first and second electromagnetic drive are configured in series. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120241012 | MULTIPLE-STAGE VALVE SYSTEM - A multiple-stage valve system ( | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120247563 | Water conservation apparatus and methods of using same - Disclosed herein are water conservation methods and apparatuses that comprise optionally directing drainage water from a sink by a valve to either a toilet storage tank or the sewer or septic system. The drainage water diverted to the toilet storage tank can then be recycled by being used to flush the toilet. The valve may be easily manipulated by a user to provide a convenient option to recycle water for flushing the toilet, a use that is currently a major factor in the overconsumption of water in a household. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120247564 | SHOCKLESS SLIT VALVE CONTROL - Embodiments disclosed herein generally relate to methods for sealing a processing chamber with a slit valve door. The slit valve door rises from a position below the substrate transfer port for the processing chamber to a raised position. The slit valve door then expands until an o-ring on the door seals against the sealing surface. The slit valve door rises by flowing clean dry air into a vertical air cylinder coupled to the slit valve door. By controlling the rate of air flow venting from the air cylinder using high and low conductance exhaust lines, the speed with which the slit valve door ascends or descends is controlled to ensure that the door gently moves between positions. Thus, the slit valve door may be prevented from moving into position with too great a force that may jolt or shake the processing chamber and produce undesired particles that may contaminate the process. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120247565 | POWDERED AND LIQUID CHEMICAL DISPENSING AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - A method for distributing powdered and liquid chemicals. The method includes introducing water into an upper end of a measuring chamber, injecting liquid chemical through an inlet located at a lower end of the measuring chamber into a chemical chamber that is fluidly coupled to a lower end of the measuring chamber until a desired volume of the liquid chemical has been introduced, pumping the desired volume of liquid chemical and at least some of the water to a washer, inserting water and a desired dose of a powdered chemical into the upper end of the measuring chamber, and transporting the powdered chemical and at least some of the water to the washer. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120247566 | TUBULAR PIPE FOR TRANSPORTING LIQUID SODIUM - A tubular pipe ( | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120255617 | PILOT-OPERATED THREE-POSITION SWITCHING VALVE - A first piston with a smaller diameter and a second piston with a larger diameter that switch a spool between a first switching position at one end and a second switching position at the other end, and a return spring that moves the spool to a neutral switching position are provided. At the neutral switching position, some of a plurality of ports communicate with one another and the remaining ports are closed; at the first switching position, the communication-and-closure relationship of the plurality of ports is the reverse of that in the neutral switching position; and at the second switching position, all the plurality of ports are closed. When the spool is switched to the neutral switching position and the first switching position, only the first piston is operated, and when the spool is switched to the second switching position, the second piston is operated. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20120255618 | Method for Using Generator for Foam to Clean Substrate - A system for cleaning a substrate with a foam performs a method for generating a cleaning foam. In the first operation of the method, the system pumps a fluid into a premix chamber. The premix chamber is a component of a male plug which fits into a female housing in the system. Then the system injects a gas into the premix chamber to initiate generation of the foam from the fluid. The foam flows from the premix chamber into a sealed helical channel formed by a helical indentation on an outside surface of the male plug and an inner surface of the female housing to allow the foam to reach a desired state along a length of the sealed helical channel. In the last operation of the method, the foam outputs from an exit end of the helical channel through the male plug to a component of the system. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20120255619 | REMOTE-CONTROLLED, WATER DISPENSING SYSTEM - A remote-controlled, water dispensing system directed at reducing water wastage by way of a system facilitating efficient use of water during daily kitchen related and personal hygiene practices. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20120255620 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FEEDING CHEMICAL INTO A LIQUID FLOW - A method of feeding chemical to a liquid in an open space or flowing in an open space so that the chemical is fed to the liquid by means of a special mixing device or several special mixing devices by means of feed liquid introduced to the mixing device separately from the chemical by allowing the chemical and the feed liquid to discharge essentially simultaneously through the nozzle opening of the mixing device, the opening being located under the liquid level in the space, to the liquid in the space or flowing in the space. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20120260990 | Vertical flow cage and method of use - The present invention is centralizing vertical flow cage attachable to a subsurface pump in a downhole recovery application, and method of use. In one embodiment, the vertical flow cage is defined as comprising a hollowed, centralizing cone portion having at least one spiral vein formed in the cone's surface. In another embodiment, the centralizing cone includes a ledge having at least one discharge hole disposed thereon, with each discharge hole being selectively located above each vein. Each discharge hole is formed through the centralizing cone so that each hole formed is in fluid communication with the hollow interior portion of the centralizing cone. In this regard, during the pump process upstroke, any fluid below and outside of the centralizing cone will be forced vertically upwards through each vein. This fluid flow will be assisted by the flow of fluid through each hole, as any fluid within the hollow portion will flow upward and through each hole, thereby providing a synergistic vertical fluid flow effect. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120260991 | Ball valve safety plug - A ball within a ball valve comprises a ball, an interior fluid passage extending through the ball, a first flow passage disposed in the ball that allows fluid communication between an exterior fluid and the interior fluid passage, a second flow passage disposed in the ball that extends through a wall of the ball to the interior fluid passage, where the first flow passage and the second flow passage are on opposite hemispheres of the ball, and a flow through device. The flow through device comprises a plug disposed in the second flow passage and configured to sealingly engage the ball, and a shear device configured to engage the plug and retain the plug in the second flow passage. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120260992 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR GRAVIMETRICALLY METERING LIQUID COLOR - Apparatus and methods for delivering liquid color to a plastic resin processing machine include a scale for weighing a container of liquid color, a pump for removing liquid color from the container, controller for actuating pushers in the pump in a sequence whereby a first pusher is displaced to squeeze the delivery tube while a second and third pusher are not displaced thereby permitting liquid color to flow through the tube from the supply to a first position of tube squeezing, whereupon a second pusher is displaced to squeeze the tube and substantially trapped liquid color in the tube at the first and second position of tube squeezing, whereupon the first pusher permits liquid color to flow through the tube pass the first position of tube squeezing and the third pusher squeezes the tube and thereby forces at least a portion of the trapped liquid color material through the tube pass the first position of tube squeezing thereby supplying liquid color to the plastic resin processing machine at a predetermined rate according to a selected recipe to produce plastic parts having desired characteristics. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120260993 | POPPET VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR CONTROLLING A PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR - A poppet valve assembly to control a pneumatic actuator may include a housing having a central bore. A first module may be disposed within the central bore, and the first module may have a first and second poppet valve. A second module may also be disposed within the central bore, and the second module may have a third and fourth poppet valve. A supply of pressurized fluid may be in fluid communication with a plurality of control valves such that pressurized fluid from the control valves opens and closes the poppet valves. The supply of pressurized fluid may also be in fluid communication with the first module and the second module such that the opening and closing of the poppet valves controls the position of the pneumatic actuator. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120260994 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HANDLING GASES - The invention relates to an apparatus and a method for handling gases, the apparatus comprising an inlet gas duct ( | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120260995 | Exhaust Aftertreatment System with Flow Distribution - An exhaust aftertreatment system has a side inlet flow diffuser and provides even flow exhaust distribution to an aftertreatment element. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120266961 | WATER CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - A water conservation system for distributing water is provided. The water conservation system includes (a) a fixture member including a first opening and being configured to transport a flow of distributed water; (b) a monitoring assembly configured to sense a temperature characteristic of the flow of distributed water; and (c) a valve assembly located adjacent the first opening and being configured to divert the flow of distributed water away from the first opening when the temperature characteristic remains below a threshold value. In certain embodiments, the water conservation system may further include a water recycling assembly configured for recirculation of the distributed water to any of a variety of appliances. A method of using the water conservation system is also provided. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266962 | FOAM MANIFOLD FOR INJECTION MOLDING CONSUMER APPLIANCE CASE, FOAMED-IN CASE, AND RELATED METHOD - A manifold receives and distributes insulating foam to an interior of a consumer appliance case. The manifold includes an inlet attachable to a source of insulating foam exterior to the consumer appliance case, at least two outlets disposed at different locations within the consumer appliance case, an inlet passageway leading from the inlet further into the consumer appliance case interior, and at least two outlet passageways, each outlet passageway providing communication between the inlet passageway and a respective one of the outlets. Insulating foam received by the inlet is distributed to the interior of the consumer appliance case via the inlet passageway, outlet passageways and outlets. Related foamed-in case designs and methods of foaming-in a case are also disclosed. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266963 | MIXING OF A LOWER DENSITY MATERIAL INTO A FLOW OF A HIGHER DENSITY MATERIAL - A mixer facilitates dissolving a lower density material into a higher density material using a rotating paddle to create a highly turbulent mixing zone in a mixing chamber adjacent to the flow of the higher density material. In an illustrated example, the mixer includes a motor that drives a mixing paddle to create a highly turbulent mixing of a liquid and a gas in the mixing chamber. The mixing paddle resides in a paddle chamber connected to the liquid transfer pipe by the mixing chamber. The mixing paddle is preferably just outside the opening from the paddle chamber to the mixing chamber for increased turbulence in the mixing chamber. A portion of the liquid flowing in the transfer pipe enters into the mixing chamber, mixes with the gas, and the mixture flows back into the transfer pipe. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266964 | CASSETTE WITH INFUSION SET CONTAINING ANTI-FREEFLOW BALL VALVE FOR PERISTALTIC INFUSION PUMP - Flow control devices and methods of using the flow control devices are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a cassette ( | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266965 | CASSETTE WITH INFUSION SET CONTAINING SPRING-BIASED ANTI-FREEFLOW MECHANISM FOR PERISTALTIC INFUSION PUMP - Flow control devices.—In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a cassette ( | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266966 | METERING SYSTEM, DENSE PHASE CONVEYING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING BULK MATERIAL IN POWDER FORM - The present invention relates to a metering device and a dense phase conveying system for the dosed supply of a light bulk material from a supply device (B, SG) via conveying tubes (FR | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266967 | EVAPORATOR - A solid precursor delivery assembly generally includes a container having upper and lower portions and chambers defined within the container, including an inlet chamber, an outlet chamber, and first and second precursor chambers. The first and second precursor chambers are configured for holding precursor material within the container. Sintered frits are fixedly coupled and sealed to an interior portion of the container, and define at least part of the chambers within the container. At least one of the sintered frits is configured for retaining precursor material thereon within the first precursor chamber, and at least one of the sintered frits is configured for retaining precursor material thereon within the second precursor chamber. An inlet is coupled to the container for delivering carrier gas into the container, and an outlet is coupled to the container for use in removing vaporized precursor material and carrier gas from the container. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120266968 | ELEVATOR SYSTEM HAVING A SHAFT-SIDE EXTINGUISHING WATER DRAIN SYSTEM - A drain system, in an elevator system, is an open system wherein extinguishing water penetrating through a shaft door sill having bores meets a catch plate arranged underneath the shaft door sill and can be substantially discharged along at least one shaft wall. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120273045 | DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME FOR REMOVING A FLOWABLE MATERIAL CONTAINED WITHIN A VESSEL OR CAVITY - A device for removing a flowable material such as a fluid contained within a vessel or cavity includes a nozzle body having an outlet, a first side portion impermeable to the flowable material located distally from the outlet, a second side portion permeable to the flowable material located proximate to the outlet, the second side portion being in fluid communication with the outlet through the nozzle body, and negative pressure generating means operatively associated with the outlet for generating negative pressure at the second side portion of the nozzle body sufficient to draw the flowable material into the nozzle body without damaging or substantially disrupting the vessel or cavity. Methods of using the same are also disclosed. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120273046 | DEBRIS-FLOW PREVENTION METHOD BY CONTROLLING DEBRIS-FLOW MAGNITUDE AND AVOIDING TO BLOCK MAIN RIVER - The invention discloses a debris-flow prevention method by controlling debris-flow magnitude and avoiding to block main river. This method first adopts the drainage works for delivering debris flow in corporation with the transport of the main river; if the drained sediment cannot be transported by the main river, the blocking works are adopted; and if the sediment still exceeds the delivering capacity, the deposit stopping works are adopted. Compared with the prior art, this invention makes full use of the main river's transport capacity, gives priority to dredging and also reasonably distributes the sediment and deploys the engineering system, so as to realize the safe discharge of debris flow, and avoid the secondary disaster of “barrier lake” caused by the blocking of main river due to excessive discharge of debris flow and fully guarantee the safety of mountain towns, major projects and infrastructure located at the mouth of debris flow gully. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120273047 | ISOLATOR AND METHOD FOR MOVING CULTURE - An isolator capable of having a culture apparatus demountably mounted thereto, the isolator includes: a working chamber; a storage chamber; a first opening configured to allow a culture chamber of the culture apparatus and the working chamber to communicate with each other, when the culture apparatus has been mounted; a second opening configured to allow the working chamber and the storage chamber to communicate with each other; a first door configured to close the second opening so as to hermetically seal the storage chamber; and a temperature adjusting device configured to, when culture taken out of the culture chamber has been stored in the storage chamber, and the storage chamber has been hermetically sealed, and thereafter the culture apparatus has been demounted, adjust temperature of the culture stored in the storage chamber. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120273048 | TUBE DISLODGEMENT DETECTION TECHNOLOGY FOR SOLENOID ACTUATORS - The presence of, absence of, or characteristics of, flexible tubing within a solenoid actuator valve may be determined by calculating the approximate amount of work performed by the solenoid actuator valve's armature as it closes. The likelihood of dislodgment of tubing within a closed solenoid actuator valve may be monitored by evaluating the velocity of the solenoid actuator valve's armature over a period of time. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120273049 | DETECTING AND AUTOMATICALLY RESPONDING TO AIRBORNE HYDROCARBON GAS - A method for controllably delivering hydrocarbon gas, comprises selectively opening and closing a valve to control the flow of hydrocarbon gas from a pressure vessel to a supply line for a hydrocarbon gas-fueled device, detecting any airborne hydrocarbon gas, attempting to move the valve from an open state to a closed state in response to detecting airborne hydrocarbon gas while the valve is in the open state, and releasing a liquid sealant to the supply line in response to detecting escaped gas after at least attempting to move the valve to the closed state. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120279571 | MULTI-STAGE VARIABLE OUTPUT VALVE UNIT - A valve unit for adjusting gas flow to a two-stage combustion apparatus includes a valve member that is moved by a magnetic field generated by a coil to vary gas flow rate through the valve unit, and first and second connectors configured to receive a high-stage activation signal and a low-stage activation signal, respectively. The valve unit includes a valve controller that is configured to control the coil to establish a high-stage gas flow rate while the high-stage activation signal is present, and configured to control the coil to establish a low-stage gas flow rate while the low stage activation signal is present up to a predetermined low stage time limit. The valve controller is further configured to establish at least one gas flow rate between the low-stage and high-stage gas flow rates when the low stage activation signal is present beyond the predetermined low stage time limit. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120279572 | Powder material intake device and method for taking powder material into a liquid - A device for taking powder material into liquid including an inlet to which fluidized powder is supplied with a first pressure, an outlet into a liquid tank having a second pressure less than the first pressure, a powder material intake from the inlet to the outlet, a valve for the powder material intake, and a gaseous medium intake with an outlet into the powder intake with a pressure higher than the second pressure, wherein the outlet of the gaseous medium intake is in the powder material intake downstream from the valve. A method including: applying a vacuum or low pressure to the liquid, passing powder material into the liquid through a powder material intake, providing a valve in the powder material intake, and supplying a pressurized gaseous medium into the powder material intake downstream the valve at least partially during closing and/or opening the valve. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120279573 | SELF-CLEANING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THICK SLURRY PRESSURE CONTROL - Self-cleaning apparatus and methods are disclosed for handling viscous fluids, such as thick solid-liquid slurries of lignocellulosic biomass and its components, under high pressure, using an array of retractable valves. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120279574 | MULTIPLE RESERVOIR DEVICE - A multiple reservoir device comprises a storage space for concurrently reserving multiple substances is provided. The device preferably includes an accommodation module ( | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120279575 | FLEXIBLE UNDERWATER PIPE INCLUDING A LAYER INCLUDING A POLYMER RESIN INCLUDING A POLYHEDRAL OLIGOMERIC SILSESQUIOXANE - The disclosure relates to a flexible underwater pipe intended for transporting fluids, notably hydrocarbons, comprising at least one layer comprising a polymeric resin comprising at least one polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane chemically bound to the polymer. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120279576 | Motor Vehicle Having a Storage Tank for a Reducing Agent - A motor vehicle includes a tank for storing a liquid reducing agent suppliable to the exhaust system of an internal-combustion engine, and an air delivery device, by which an excess pressure can be built-up in a cushion of air situated in the tank above the reducing agent level. Via the air delivery device, alternatively, a vacuum is generatable in the air cushion, which vacuum supports feeding of the agent into the tank. Via the vacuum in the air cushion, reducing agent can also be returned from a pipe, which leads the reducing agent to the exhaust system, back into the tank, and/or additional liquid reducing agent can be transferred from a storage tank by way of a supply duct. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120285539 | MULTIPLE-USE AQUIFER-BASED SYSTEM - A method of operating a multiple-use, aquifer-based system includes pumping fluid out of an aquifer (or multiple aquifers) with a pump and selectively diverting the pumped fluid to a pumped-storage reservoir for subsequent return to the aquifer through a turbine to generate electricity hydroelectrically or to a fluid-utilizing system configured to utilize the pumped fluid in an application that is not related to the hydroelectric generation. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285540 | FLUID TRANSFERER, FLUID FILLING APPARATUS AND FLUID TRANSFER METHOD - A fluid transferer, including a volume changing part; a reciprocating member configured to reciprocate to expand a volume of the volume changing part to draw a fluid from an upstream side of a transfer direction and compress the volume thereof to transfer the drawn fluid to a downstream side thereof with pressure; and a drive controller configured to control reciprocation of the reciprocating member such that a time for compressing the volume of the volume changing part is longer than a time for expanding the volume thereof. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285541 | FOUR VALVE DOUBLE VENT TRANSMITTER MANIFOLD - The manifold of the invention is designed to vent respective high and low pressure sources of fluid pressure from beneath the foils of a pressure transmitter and directing the vented fluid, respectively, through high and low pressure passageways to high and low pressure vents of the manifold. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the manifold has a primary and a secondary vent valve for each of the high and low pressure passageways through the manifold. A method of venting the manifold is also described. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285542 | MULTI-STAGE STORAGE SYSTEM - The present invention discloses a multi-stage storage system that includes multiple storage modules that are coupled, with one or more coupled storage modules of the multiple storage modules defining one or more stages of the multi-stage storage system, with fluid concurrently maintained at various temperatures, which depends on fluid position within one or more stages and operational phases of the multi-stage storage system. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285543 | Rotary Valve Assembly - An exemplary rotary valve is disclosed and includes a first valve member having a first aperture and a second valve member having a second aperture, the first and second apertures being at least partially aligned to define an extent of overlap. The rotary valve also includes a first driving mechanism and a third valve member having a third aperture disposed between the other valve members. The first driving mechanism drives the third valve member in movement to move the third aperture along a path across the extent of overlap to cooperate with the other apertures. The third valve member blocks a passage of fluid between the first and second apertures when it is spaced from the extent of overlap. The rotary valve also includes a second driving mechanism engaged with the first or second valve member and operable to drive that valve member in movement to change the overlap. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285544 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A BUOYANT BODY OF A WAVE POWER PLANT AND A WAVE POWER PLANT - Method for maneuvering a buoyant body of a wave power converter having a mechanical-electric, mechanical-hydraulic or piezo-electric energy converter which is arranged in the sea under the buoyant body, the buoyant body and wave power converter being connected by a wire, and which buoyant body is provided with at least one ballast tank for controlling the buoyancy of the buoyant body, where the method includes, by means of measuring equipment acquiring information regarding wire tension, filling level/pressure in the ballast tank and stroke of the energy converter, and controlling the buoyancy of the buoyant body by supplying/discharging water/air to/from the ballast tank while at the same time adjusting the tension of the wire by operating a winch arranged in the buoyant body. The invention also relates to a wave power plant for executing the method. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120285545 | Monitoring And Detecting Empty Fluid Containers In A Blood Processing System - Systems and methods for determining when a fluid supply container of a blood processing apparatus becomes empty. The system uses a scale to monitor and detect when a fluid supply container is empty based on the rate of change of the container weight, and a controller receives a signal from the scale and controls the operation of a pump to stop pumping when the fluid supply container is empty. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120291867 | AUTOMATED METHODS OF WHOLE BLOOD PROCESSING - A system is provided for controlling fluid flow in a flow circuit of the type including at least two flexible containers which are fluidly connected by a conduit. The system includes a pressure chamber having an interior which receives one of the containers of the flow circuit. The pressure chamber has at least one port which communicates between the interior of the pressure chamber and the outside environment and receives at least a portion of the conduit of the flow circuit. The pressure chamber also includes a pressure/vacuum source for increasing the pressure in the interior of the pressure chamber above atmospheric pressure and decreasing the pressure in the interior of the pressure chamber below atmospheric pressure. The pressure chamber may include other elements, such as interface detectors, clamping devices, sealing devices, and access devices for automatically processing fluid, such as separated blood. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20120291868 | WATER HEATING DEVICE - In one aspect, the present invention is directed to a heating device comprising: a heating container ( | 11-22-2012 |
| 20120291869 | Systems and Methods for Releasing Additive Compositions - Systems and methods for releasing additive components into liquid media are provided. The systems include a plurality of coated items and a container holding the coated items. The container includes an insoluble material and a plurality of through holes through the material. The material covers an area of the container greater than the combined area of the through holes. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20120291870 | Microfluidic Bubble Logic Devices and Methods - A method for implementing a logic operation employs an all fluid-based no-moving part micro-mechanical logic family of microfluidic bubble logic devices that are constructed from complex sequences of microfluidic channels, microfluidic bubble modulators for programming the devices, and microfluidic droplet/bubble memory elements for chemical storage and retrieval. The input is a sequence of bubbles/droplets encoding information, with the output being another sequence of bubbles/droplets. For performing a set of reactions/tasks, the modulators program the device by producing a precisely timed sequence of bubbles/droplets, resulting in a cascade of logic operations within the microfluidic channel sequence, utilizing the generated bubbles as a control. The devices are based on the principle of minimum energy interfaces formed between the two fluid phases enclosed inside precise channel geometries. Various devices, including logic gates, non-volatile bistable memory, shift registers, multiplexers, and ring oscillators have been designed and fabricated. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20120298204 | ENERGY SAVING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HEATING WATER - An energy saving system and method for heating water are provided. The method for controlling the costs of heating water includes the steps of: using heat pumps to heat water in a heating tank during periods of low rate electricity to a pre-determined maximum temperature; maintaining the temperature of the water in the heating tank between a pre-determined minimum temperature and the pre-determined maximum temperature; transferring the heated water to a storage tank; maintaining the temperature of the water in the storage tank within a pre-determined temperature range; and supplying the heated water under pressure to consumers, the heated water having a temperature within the pre-determined temperature range. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120298205 | Method and apparatus for the mechanical filtration of particles in discrete flow microfluidic devices - A method and apparatus for moving droplets passed a porous obstructions in microfluidic devices is presented. The invention describes the process of using of an enabling droplet to allow a droplet to pass an obstruction. The enabling droplet and the unfiltered droplet approach the obstruction from opposite sides, merge together within the obstruction, and the interface on the enabling side of the droplet is actuated to pull fluid through the obstruction. This technique was successful for filters with pore sizes between 2 μm and 72 without the use of surfactants. This invention can (1) move droplets past physical obstructions, (2) allow fluid within a particle to pass an obstruction while limiting the motion of man-made or biological particles within the droplet, (3) sort particles based on size in droplet-based microfluidic devices, or (4) provide an interface between continuous and discrete flow regions on a microfluidic device. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120298206 | HYDROGEN RELEASE SYSTEM - A system for discharging hydrogen from two or more hydrogen storage vessels ( | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120305083 | Co-extruded oxidation-resistant polyethylene pipe and method of manufacture - A co-extruded multi-layer plastic pipe and method of manufacture are disclosed in which a first extruder melts and extrudes a first plastic material into the outer annulus of a coaxial extrusion die to form an outer pipe layer, and a second extruder melts and extrudes a highly oxidation-resistant plastic material into the inner annulus of said coaxial extrusion die under a blanket of inert gas to create an inner pipe layer, whereby the outer and inner pipe layers are fused together under the protection of the inert gas blanket which prevents premature degradation of the oxidation-resistant inner layer until the finished extruded pipe has cooled and solidified. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305084 | VALVE METER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A valve meter device, assembly, and method is disclosed including a housing defining at least one inlet opening and at least one outlet opening and a channel connecting the openings, the at least one inlet opening having an inlet end and the at least one outlet opening having an outlet end; a water meter positioned in the channel, the water meter configured to monitor a flow of water through the valve meter device; and a valve in communication with the channel and configured to control the flow of water through the valve meter device. In some embodiments, a linear distance exists between the inlet end and the outlet end, the linear distance being no greater than a standard water meter lay-length. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305085 | PRESSURIZED DRAIN TRAP PRIMING SYSTEM - In accordance with the present invention, a drain trap primer system comprises a water supply line for fluid connection between a pressurized water source and a drain trap. A valve which is operable between an open position and a closed position is in fluid connection within the supply line. An actuation means is provided for switching the valve between the closed position and the open position, and a control mechanism signals the actuator to open and close the valve at selected time intervals. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305086 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING FUEL - A system for supplying fuel includes a fuel manifold, a water manifold, and a fluid junction between the fuel manifold and the water manifold. A turbulator downstream from the fluid junction receives a fluid flow from the fluid junction. A method for supplying fuel includes flowing fuel through a fuel manifold, flowing water through a water manifold, and combining a portion of the water from the water manifold with the fuel from the fuel manifold to create emulsion fuel. The method further includes flowing the emulsion fuel through a turbulator. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305087 | High Efficiency and High Precision Microfluidic Devices and Methods - New high density microfluidic devices and methods provide precise metering of fluid volumes and efficient mixing of the metered volumes. A first solution is introduced into a segment of a flow channel in fluidic communication with a reaction chamber. A second solution is flowed through the segment so that the first solution is displaced into the reaction chamber, and a volume of the second solution enters the chamber. The chamber can then be isolated and reactions within the chamber can be initiated and/or detected. High throughput methods of genetic analysis can be carried out with greater accuracy than previously available. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305088 | CONDUIT AND A METHOD OF CLEANING A CONDUIT - The invention relates to a conduit for transferring milk. The conduit is provided with at least one flexible wall, which divides the conduit into at least one milk duct and at least one secondary duct. The milk duct and the at least one secondary duct extend along a longitudinal axis of the conduit, it being possible for the at least one milk duct to be substantially emptied by pressing through filling the at least one secondary duct. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120305089 | FLUID DISPENSING UNIT HAVING A CIRCULATION SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR CIRCULATING A FLUID IN A FLUID DISPENSING UNIT - A dispensing unit having a circulation system for circulating a fluid in the dispensing unit is provided. The circulation system comprises, a circulation circuit, and a mechanism configured to circulate the fluid in the circulation circuit. By circulating the fluid, the fluid is counteracted from crystallizing. A method for circulating a fluid in a dispensing unit is also provided. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120312376 | MATERIAL TRANSPORT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An invention for transporting material is described. The material, which may be or include a liquid or particles, be transported floats on and flows on a more dense fluid. Standing waves may be induced in the more dense fluid, and devices are provided to either force the transported fluid in a direction, or to prevent the transported fluid from flowing in a direction counter to the flow direction. The inventive apparatus and method have the ability to transport fluids long distances with much less frictional losses than convention technology. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312377 | FUEL FLOAT VALVE - In one example, a fuel system includes a fuel tank having a wall with an opening. A fuel float valve has a float and a seal plate on opposing ends of a beam. The fuel float valve also includes a fulcrum about which the beam is configured to pivot in response to a change in fuel level. The fuel float valve is movable between unsealed and sealed positions in which the seal plate is respectively unsealed and sealed relative to the opening. The seal plate includes first and second portions. The first portion seals against the wall, and the second portion is movable relative to the first portion in the sealed position from a closed position to an open position with respect to the first portion. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312378 | COMBUSTOR FUEL CONTROL SYSTEMS WITH FLOW DIVIDER ASSEMBLIES - A flow divider assembly includes a dividing valve and a balancing valve. The dividing valve includes a dividing cavity configured to receive a flow of fuel and a piston device arranged within the dividing cavity and selectively positioned to divide the flow of fuel in the dividing cavity into the first dividing valve port and the second dividing valve port. The balancing valve is fluidly coupled to the dividing valve and configured to receive the first portion and the second portion of the flow. The balancing valve includes a balancing cavity and a balancing device arranged within the balancing cavity and selectively positioned to direct the first portion of the flow into the first balancing cavity port at a third pressure and the second portion of the flow into the second balancing cavity port at a fourth pressure such that the first pressure is approximately equal to the second pressure. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312379 | HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A fluid flow system comprises a first pump and an ejector downstream of the pump. The first pump facilitates the flow of a driver fluid through the ejector. In the ejector, the driver fluid mixes with a suction fluid. The ejector is operatively coupled to a fluid reservoir, which in some cases is associated with a cycle having a second pump and an evaporator. The fluid reservoir includes the suction fluid. A heat exchanger downstream of the ejector removes heat from the driver fluid, and from the heat exchanger the driver fluid is directed to the first pump. The fluid flow system can include a fluid separator downstream of the ejector for separating the driver fluid from the suction fluid. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312380 | MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH A SYSTEM - A microfluidic system comprises a cartridge that includes a first drum which has a first chamber and an adjustment device which is arranged so as to rotate the first drum about its mid-axis and is configured to connect the first chamber conductively to a second chamber. The microfluidic system further comprises a pressure device which acts upon at least one component with a pressure difference and is configured to transfer the component between the first chamber and second chamber. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312381 | Fuel Loading of Gaseous Fuel in Liquid Metal Cavitation Reactors - A system and method for loading gases or other soluble fuel or catalyst materials into a liquid cavitation medium such as a liquid metal, which may be cavitated under static pressure so as to cause a desired energetic reaction in the dissolved gaseous fuel substance at the cavitation sites. Examples of liquid cavitation media can include liquid metals such as liquid gallium, and examples of dissolved gaseous fuel substances can include deuterium. Sufficiently intense cavitation (for example carried out under high static pressures) may provide energetic reactions in the fuel that release subatomic particles therefrom such as neutrons. The present system and method may be used to load such gaseous fuels into other liquid metal systems, including systems that are non-cavitation-based or that cause cavitation in the liquid by means other than the acoustical drivers described in the preferred embodiments. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120312382 | CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR LOAD CARRYING VEHICLES - A control valve assembly for a load carrying vehicle that includes a dumping mechanism. The control valve assembly including a housing, a valve, and a biasing device. The valve is movable between a dumping position, and a closing position. The biasing device including a biasing device housing and a piston moveable between a first piston position and a second piston position relative to the biasing device housing. A biasing element is arranged between the biasing device housing and the piston to bias the piston toward the first piston position. The biasing device directly contacts the valve when in the first piston position to inhibit movement of the valve, and the biasing element is calibrated to allow the piston to move to the second piston position when air provided by an air compressor reaches a predetermined pressure, thereby not inhibiting movement of the valve. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120318362 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DECREASING SCRUBBER EXHAUST FROM GAS DELIVERY PANELS - A method and apparatus is provided for decreasing the scrubber exhaust from gas panels, lower the cost of operation, lower the facilitation cost and power consumption by increasing the air velocity in areas of high potential risk of ignition. The apparatus includes a supply of compressed dry air (CDA) through the tubing with individual dispersion nozzles. The CDA dispersion nozzles can be installed at various key locations in order to provide additional ventilation turbulence and reduce potential dead zones inside the gas panel. Aspects of the invention help to save the energy and protect the environment by reducing the power consumption. In addition human safety shall be improved by minimizing the potential risk of ignition. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120318363 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING FLOW IN A PLURALITY OF VALVES - A system includes a set of valves and a handle, in which one valve in the set of valves is to be open at one time, and the handle is configured to move the valve between an open position and a closed position. The handle is configured to engage and disengage with the valve only when the valve is in the closed position such that the handle is not removed from the valve when the valve is in the open position. Thus, the system facilitates the sequential opening of valves in a set of valves by generally allowing a limited number of valves to be open at one time. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120318364 | CAPACITIVE SENSING ELECTRONIC FAUCET INCLUDING DIFFERENTIAL MEASUREMENTS - A fluid delivery device including an electronic faucet having a plurality of faucet components, and a primary capacitive sensor coupled to at least one of the faucet components and providing a primary output signal. At least one secondary capacitive sensor is located on or near an item which causes unintended effects on the output signal from the primary capacitive sensor and provides a secondary output signal. A controller determines a difference signal between the primary and secondary output signals of the primary and secondary capacitive sensors to control operation of the electronic faucet. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120318365 | FLOW RESTRICTOR AND METHOD FOR REDUCING RESISTANCE OF A FLOW - Methods and devices are described for reducing flow resistance in a flow restrictor during high flows. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120325320 | SLIDING CORE FLUID DELIVERY DEVICE - A pump for the delivery of a fluid includes a core, a restrictor, and an expandable bladder. The core is configured to extend longitudinally along an axis of the pump. The restrictor is configured to limit the longitudinal extension of the core to a predetermined maximum length. The expandable bladder is attached to the support core in at least one position and configured to receive a fluid. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325321 | TOOL LUBRICATION DELIVERY MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A tool lubrication delivery monitoring system and a method of control. An accelerometer is provided to detect a position of a valve and fluid flow through the valve. Accelerometer data may be compared to a baseline profile to determine whether fluid flow or valve operation is within established parameters. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325322 | AUTOMATIC SPEED SEARCHING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR A PARTIAL STROKE TEST OF A CONTROL VALVE - An automatic speed searching device for a partial stroke test of a control valve includes a spool valve operatively connected to a pilot valve and a blocker valve. An electrical module is operatively connected to the pilot valve, a supply of control fluid, and the blocker valve. In an open position of the spool valve, a first control fluid inlet is fluidly connected to a first control fluid outlet, and in a closed position of the spool valve the first control fluid outlet is fluidly connected to a second control fluid outlet. A method of determining an optimum stroke speed includes iteratively powering a main and secondary solenoid in the electrical module and updating parameters to move a control element of the control valve until movement of the control element is within a desired range. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325323 | PRODUCTION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF VARYING RESTRICTIONS TO FLOW ALONG THE SAME - A production system includes, a tubular having a plurality of sets of ports therethrough spaced longitudinally therealong positionable within a structure, at least one screen radial of the tubular defining an annulus between the structure and the at least one screen, at least one solids control mechanism configured to fill the annulus, and a plurality of flow restrictors. At least one of the flow restrictors is in operable communication with each of the plurality of sets of ports and is configured to generate different restrictions to a same flow rate through each of the plurality of sets of ports | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325324 | AIR SEPARATOR AND AIR SEPARATOR WITH DUCTING FOR MAXIMUM COOLING AND FUEL ECONOMY - An assembly is provided for maximizing cooling in fuel economy in automotive vehicle having an argument. A grille opening in the vehicle allows air to flow toward the engine compartment along a first path and a bottom breather opening allows air to flow toward the engine compartment along a distinct, second path. An air separator extends between the first and second paths to prevent mixing of airflow along these paths. In one embodiment, the air separator is a thin dividing wall preferably formed of a deformable material. The deformable portion extends toward a condenser/radiator assembly at low vehicle speeds. At increased vehicle speeds, the deformable portion deflects and preferably adopts a generally curvilinear contour of ducting to enhance airflow along the second path. An associated method of controlling airflow is provided by terminating the air separator closely adjacent a condenser/radiator assembly to limit mixing of airflow along separate paths. Further, the air separator deflects in response to increased air flow to alter airflow through at least one of the first and second paths. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325325 | SUPERSONIC ENGINE INLET DIFFUSER WITH DEPLOYABLE VORTEX GENERATORS - A flow control device generates counter-rotating vortices in the boundary layer of the flow in a supersonic inlet diffuser for an aircraft turbine engine. The flow control device comprises a flap attached to the duct wall for selective deployment, wherein it extends into the boundary layer, and retraction, wherein it lies substantially flush with the duct wall. In one embodiment an actuating mechanism comprising one or more shape-memory alloy wires moves the flap between two stable positions. In another embodiment the deployment height of the flap can be controlled as desired, preferably using a shape-memory alloy actuating mechanism. Typically, an array of plural flow control devices is disposed in the inlet duct for selective actuation according to a predetermined schedule. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325326 | Method of Reducing Resistance of Streamlined Body of A Vehicle and Its Applications - A method of reducing resistance of streamlined body of a vehicle and its applications is provided, wherein one or more raised structures are configured between the widest point and the caudal end of a streamlined body, and a gap can be configured between such raised structures. In this way, the raised structure can impede and guide the boundary layer of the fluid to exert more pressure on the caudal end of the streamlined body thereby reducing resistance to which the streamlined body may be subject. The present invention can be applied to various streamlined bodies in order to increase the speed of a cruising streamlined body. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325327 | Compressed Air Recovery Device, Compressed Air Supply System Comprising a Compressed Air Recovery Device and Corresponding Recovery Module, As Well As Method for Operating a Compressed Air Recovery Device, Control Module and Vehicle Comprising a Compressed Air Recovery Device - The invention relates a compressed air recovery device, a compressed air supply system and a recovery module as well as to a method for operating a compressed air recovery device, to a control module and to a vehicle. A compressed air recovery device ( | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325328 | METHODS AND LOADPORT FOR PURGING A SUBSTRATE CARRIER - In a first aspect, a substrate carrier is provided that includes an enclosure adapted to be sealable and to house at least one substrate. The substrate carrier includes a first port leading into the enclosure and adapted to allow a flow of gas into the enclosure while the substrate carrier is closed. Numerous other aspects are provided. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20120325329 | POLYMERIC GEL SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME IN HYDROCARBON RECOVERY - Coacervate gels having excellent shear viscosities and other properties are made with anionic or cationic polymers, a smaller amount of a surfactant having a charge opposite that of the polymer, and a hydrophobic alcohol and an effective amount of a phosphorus-containing compound sufficient to increase the viscosity of coacervate gels up to 3 times as compared to the gels in the absence of the phosphorus-containing compound. The Zeta Potential of the gel is maintained at an absolute value of at least 20. Optional gel promoting additives include betaines and amine oxides. A preferred gel comprises poly diallyl dimethyl ammonium chloride, a lesser amount of sodium lauryl sulfonate, and lauryl alcohol. The gels are particularly useful in well drilling fluids and well fracturing fluids. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130000729 | DEF PUMP AND TANK THAWING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A fluid supply system configured to be utilized with a coolant system of an engine, the fluid supply system including; a fluid tank, a fluid pump coupled to the fluid tank and a thermal management system in thermal communication with the fluid tank and the fluid pump, wherein the thermal management system includes; a first coolant circuit in thermal communication with the fluid tank and a second coolant circuit in thermal communication with the fluid pump, wherein flow of coolant from the coolant system through the first fluid circuit and second fluid circuit is in parallel when coolant flows through the second fluid circuit. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000730 | SYSTEM AND METHOD IMPLEMENTING AIR SHUTOFF POSITION DETECTION STRATEGY - An engine air shutoff valve system with an improved sensor that facilitates a position detection of the shutoff valve is disclosed. The air shutoff valve system may include a shutoff valve, an indicator, and at least one solid-state proximity sensor. The shutoff valve is moveable between an open and closed position. The indicator is operatively coupled to the shutoff valve. The indicator is movable between a normal state and a tripped state in respective correspondence with the open and closed positions of the shutoff valve. At least one solid-state proximity sensor can be configured to detect when the indicator is in the tripped state. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000731 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FAST GAS EXCHANGE, FAST GAS SWITCHING, AND PROGRAMMABLE GAS DELIVERY - Embodiments of the invention relate to a gas delivery system. The gas delivery system includes a fast gas exchange module in fluid communication with one or more gas panels and a process chamber. The fast gas exchange module has first and second sets of flow controllers and each of first and second sets of flow controllers has multiple flow controllers. The flow controller is configured such that each of the flow controllers in the first and second sets of the flow controllers is independently operated to selectively open to divert gas to the process chamber or an exhaust. The first and second sets of flow controllers are operated for synchronized switching of gases in a pre-determined timed sequence of flow controller actuation. The invention enables fast switch of resultant gas flow in the process chamber while having individual flow controller operated at lower switching speed to provide longer service life. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000732 | TEMPERATURE CONTROL OF A CIRCULATION FLUID SYSTEM BY THERMALLY OPTIMISED OPERATION OF A CIRCULATION PUMP - A thermally optimised circulation fluid system is proposed which comprises a circulation line, a circulation pump unit and a control unit. The circulation pump unit and the circulation line together form a circulation circuit. The circulation pump unit is configured for transferring an amount of thermal energy directly or indirectly to a fluid located in the circulation line. The control unit is configured for adjusting the amount of thermal energy which is transferrable to the fluid. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000733 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ENTRAINING FLUIDS - A method of entraining a second fluid in a first fluid is provided. The method comprises supplying a first fluid to a processing passage ( | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000734 | FLEXIBLE UNDERWATER PIPE INCLUDING A LAYER INCLUDING A POLYMER RESIN INCLUDING SURFACE-MODIFIED TITANIUM NANOPARTICLES - The disclosure relates to a flexible underwater pipe intended for transporting fluids, in particular hydrocarbons, comprising at least one layer comprising a polymer resin comprising surface-modified titanium dioxide nanoparticles bonded to the polymer by a covalent and/or hydrogen bond. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130000735 | PRESSURE RELIEF APPARATUS FOR HYDROPNEUMATIC VESSEL - An accumulator with a bladder or a diaphragm separating a gas chamber from an incompressible liquid chamber, the accumulator having a pressure relief valve to release gas from the gas chamber in case of overpressure; a device for filling and releasing the gas from the gas chamber. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130008511 | Microfluidic Device, Microfluidic System and Method for Transporting Fluids - A microfluidic device includes a first supply channel and a first discharge channel fluidically connected to one another by a first valve. The device also includes a second supply channel and a second discharge channel fluidically connected to one another by a second valve. At least one of the first channels can be fluidically connected to at least one of the second channels by a T-valve. The device also includes a control unit for controlling the valves, the control unit being configured in such a way that a first fluid from one of the first channels and a second fluid in one of the second channels can be laminated in parallel by actuating the valves in one of the first or second channels. A microfluidic system and a method for transporting fluids, and a use thereof are also disclosed. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130008512 | PUMP PULSATION DISCHARGE DAMPENER WITH CURVED INTERNAL BAFFLE AND PRESSURE DROP FEATURE CREATING TWO INTERNAL VOLUMES - A pulsation control device coupling a reciprocating pump with either suction or discharge piping and having a generally spherical or cylindrical interior chamber includes a curved baffle with a pressure drop device (e.g., a choke) there through separating the interior chamber into two volumes and forcing fluid flow through the pressure drop device. The effective fluid passage provided by the pressure drop device is smaller than the fluid passage for one or both of the inlet to and/or the outlet from the interior chamber. Fluid entering the pulsation control device reacts with fluid contained within the volume thereof on both sides of the baffle. The baffle attenuates pressure pulses within fluid passing through the interior chamber in response to operation of the reciprocating pump, and in particular improves acoustic pulsation energy reduction. The pressure drop device dampens high frequency pulsation magnitudes of pressure pulses within fluid passing through the interior chamber in response to operation of the reciprocating pump. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130008513 | FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND FLOW CONTROL METHOD - Disclosed herein is an improved method for reversed flow through a self-adjustable (autonomous) valve or flow control device ( | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130008514 | FLUID PROCESSING APPARATUS AND PROCESSING METHOD - A device enables the more stable performance of uniform treatment such as reaction by reducing pulsation generated in a fluid introduced between treatment surfaces using a micropump effect. The device treats an object between treatment surfaces. The treatment is performed by introducing a fluid between the treatment surfaces using a micropump effect. The micropump effect generates force in the direction in which the treatment surfaces move away from each other by the rotation of a treatment part and the recessed section formed in the treatment surface to thereby produce the effect of introducing the fluid between the treatment surfaces. The recessed section is formed so as to extend in the circumferential direction and inward/outward direction of the treatment surface, and multiple recessed sections are provided or an additional recessed section (a) different from the recessed sections is formed in at least one of the treatment surfaces. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130008515 | PISTON CAP WITH CENTER VENT - A flushometer having a cap with a substantially central exhaust passage adapted to remove air from the control chamber. The exhaust passage provides for communication between an upper pressure chamber and an interior piston chamber wherein during a flush cycle a portion of the contents of the upper pressure chamber is evacuated through the exhaust passage into the interior piston chamber and ultimately through the outlet of the flushometer. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130014825 | METHOD FOR CIRCULATING WATER THROUGH THE INSIDE OF A PIPELINEAANM Chol; Sung YeelAACI Siheung-siAACO KRAAGP Chol; Sung Yeel Siheung-si KR - The present invention relates to a method for circulating water through the inside of a pipeline, and to a method for saving water and preventing a water pipe and a meter from being frozen or bursting during the wintertime using the method for circulating water through the inside of a pipeline. The method of the present invention involves enabling a pipe arranged inside a hot water pipe to reach the front of a faucet or a shower valve to form a double passage, and connecting the pipe to a pump such that water circulates through the inside of the hot water pipe of a boiler to keep the temperature of the inside of the hot water pipe at a predetermined temperature level. Thus, cold water is prevented from being supplied during an initial use of hot water or a shower, thereby preventing a waste of tap water. | 01-17-2013 |
| 20130019950 | MODULAR AIR DISCHARGE SYSTEM - An air discharge apparatus such as an air nozzle manifold comprises an elongated air distribution enclosure having an air supply inlet and an elongated air discharge slot. There is at least one removable insert, and generally multiple removeable inserts in the discharge slot. At least one of the inserts has a discharge opening for discharge of air from the enclosure where air can pass through the slots substantially only through the discharge openings. | 01-24-2013 |
| 20130019951 | Multi-vane throttle valve - A multi-vane throttling valve for a vacuum process chamber includes a throttle chamber body having an inside exposed to the vacuum process chamber and an outside exposed to atmospheric pressure, the chamber body defining a through-opening for controlling vacuum within the vacuum process chamber, a plurality of rotatable vanes mounted within the through-opening for controlling a flow of gases through the through-opening where each rotatable vane includes a cooling flow pathway in fluid communication with and disposed longitudinally along each rotatable vane, and a drive mechanism disposed on and connected to an outside of the throttle chamber body for rotating the plurality of rotatable vanes to vary the flow of process gases. | 01-24-2013 |
| 20130019952 | METHOD FOR MONITORING A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE OF A FUEL INJECTION CIRCUIT FOR A TURBOMACHINE - A detection method of a breakdown of a pressure relief valve of a fuel injection circuit for a turbomachine, the injection circuit including a low pressure stage and a high pressure stage, the low pressure stage having an inlet and an outlet, the high pressure stage having an inlet and an outlet, the low pressure stage being connected to the high pressure stage, the pressure relief valve being connected in parallel with respect to the high pressure stage, the injection circuit further including a recirculation loop including an inlet connected to the outlet of the high pressure stage and an outlet connected to the outlet of the low pressure stage, the method including measuring a differential pressure in the injection circuit. | 01-24-2013 |
| 20130019953 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEPOSITING A MATERIAL ON A SUBSTRATE - A method and apparatus for depositing a film on a substrate includes introducing a material and a carrier gas into a heated chamber. The material may be a semiconductor material, such as a cadmium chalcogenide. A resulting mixture of vapor and carrier gas containing no unvaporized material is provided. The mixture of vapor and carrier gas are remixed to achieve a uniform vapor/carrier gas composition, which is directed toward a surface of a substrate, such as a glass substrate, where the vapor is deposited as a uniform film. | 01-24-2013 |
| 20130019954 | SLURRY SYSTEM FOR SEMICONDUCTOR FABRICATION - A slurry feed system suitable for chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) processes in a semiconductor fabrication facility and related method. The slurry feed system includes a valve manifold box having a discharge piping header fluidly connected to at least one CMP station and a first slurry supply train. The first slurry supply train may include a slurry mixing tank, day tank, and at least two slurry feed pumps arranged in series pumping relationship. The first slurry supply train defines a first slurry piping loop. In one embodiment, a second slurry supply train defining a second slurry piping loop is provided. The valve manifold box is operable to supply slurry from either or both of the first and second slurry piping loops to the CMP station. | 01-24-2013 |
| 20130025686 | Method and Apparatus for Collecting and Distributing Household Greywater to Landscape Irrigation - A method and apparatus for collecting greywater from greywater sources such as bathtubs and showers before the greywater can enter the existing plumbing through a drain, without altering the plumbing, and communicating the greywater to a storage reservoir for use with irrigation landscaping, the apparatus including a drain cover and water inlet, and a pump providing a vacuum force for communicating the greywater through a communication conduit to the storage reservoir. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025687 | Water Self-Shutoff Tubular - An apparatus for controlling water ingress into a pipe useful in the production of hydrocarbons from underground reservoirs comprises a multi-layer tubular, the multi-layered tubular comprising an outer pipe layer, an inner pipe layer longitudinally aligned within the outer pipe layer, and a hydrophilic composite material between the outer pipe layer and the inner pipe layer. The composite comprises a material selected from the group consisting of sand, silt and clay and mixtures thereof. The composite material is non chemically reactive and has absorption properties such that the material swells in the presence of water but is non-absorptive of hydrocarbons. Upon exposure to water, composite material creates an impervious shield covering at least a portion of the inner pipe layer. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025688 | No-Contact Wet Processing Tool with Fluid Barrier - Embodiments of the present invention describe substrate processing tools and methods. The substrate processing tool includes a housing defining a chamber and a substrate support coupled to the housing and configured to support a substrate within the chamber. The substrate has an upper surface with a first portion and a second portion surrounding the first portion. An isolation unit including a body is coupled to the housing and positioned within the chamber above and spaced apart from the first portion of the upper surface of the substrate. The body includes at least one outlet on a lower surface thereof, which is in fluid communication with at least one fluid pump. The at least one fluid pump is configured to drive fluid through the at least one of outlet to form a barrier around the first portion of the upper surface of the substrate. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025689 | Secondary Activation of Packer and Method - Method, ram block and ram blowout preventer (BOP) for sealing a well. The BOP includes a body having a first chamber extending along a first direction and a second chamber extending along a second direction, substantially perpendicular to the first direction; a ram block configured to move inside the first chamber, the ram block having a packer region and at least one channel that extends all the way through the ram block; a packer configured to be provided in the packer region to seal a tool provided inside the second chamber; and at least one double piston provided through the at least one channel so that a pressure from the well is transmitted to the packer. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025690 | No-Contact Wet Processing Tool with Liquid Barrier - Embodiments of the present invention describe substrate processing tools and methods. A substrate on a support has a first portion and a second portion surrounding the first portion. An isolation unit including a body is positioned above the first portion of the substrate. The body includes at least one outlet on a lower surface thereof. At least one liquid pump is in fluid communication with the array of outlets. The at least one outlet is configured to drive liquid through the at least one outlet onto the substrate to form a liquid barrier around the first portion of the substrate. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025691 | CONTAINER SYSTEM FOR RELEASABLY STORING A SUBSTANCE - The present invention provides a container system for releasably storing a substance. The container system includes a vial having a sample storage chamber and a piercing member for piercing a membrane in the lid, which membrane seals a substance within a reservoir in the lid until the membrane is pierced by the piercing member. The container system optionally includes a funnel. There is also provided a method and kit for use of such a container system. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025692 | MEDICAL FUNCTIONAL DEVICE, TREATMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - A medical functional device includes at least one first fluid system for receiving at least one medical fluid, at least one first conveying device for conveying the medical fluid, at least one second fluid system for receiving at least one operating fluid, and at least one second conveying device for operating the at least first conveying device, in which the first conveying device is arranged such as to be actuated by means of the operating fluid. A treatment apparatus and a method are also described. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025693 | HIGH STRIP RATE DOWNSTREAM CHAMBER - A gas chamber contains upper and lower chamber bodies forming a cavity, a heating chuck for a wafer, a remote gas source, and an exhaust unit. Gas is injected into the cavity through channels in an injector. Each channel has sections that are bent with respect to each other at a sufficient angle to substantially eliminate entering light rays entering the channel from exiting the channel without reflection. The channels have funnel-shaped nozzles at end points proximate to the chuck. The injector also has thermal expansion relief slots and small gaps between the injector and mating surfaces of the chamber and gas source. The temperature of the injector is controlled by a cooling liquid in cooling channels and electrical heaters in receptacles of the injector. The upper chamber body is funnel-shaped and curves downward at an end of the upper chamber body proximate to the chuck. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130025694 | LIQUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - The liquid distribution system includes a tank with a standpipe extending upwardly therefrom. A three-way pipefitting or the like is installed at the top of the standpipe. A selectively openable shutoff valve is below the three-way fitting. A flexible hose extends from another branch of the fitting. Another openable shutoff valve is installed between the fitting and the hose. Finally, a pump (electric, manual, hydraulic, etc.) is installed on the third branch of the fitting, with a meter, filter, hose, and dispensing nozzle installed downstream of the pump. The system is particularly useful in removing fuel from a motor vehicle or aircraft tank for transfer to another tank or its own system tank, or in dispensing fuel stored in the system tank to another vehicle tank. The system may, alternatively, be used for the transfer of other liquids from one tank or source to another. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130032210 | INTEGRATED MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE WITH ACTUATOR - An integrated microfluidic device has at least at least one active element controlled by pneumatic signals, and at least one electrostatic actuator integrated in the device for generating the pneumatic signals within the device from an external supply of pressure or vacuum. In one embodiment the pressure supply may be generated internally on chip using an integrated pump. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032211 | Air Compression System Having Characteristic of Storing Unstable Energy and Method for Controlling the Same - The present invention discloses an air compression system having a characteristic of storing unstable energy and a method for controlling the same. The air compression system comprises an energy conversion system, an energy storage device, a compression device, and an air storage device. The control method comprises the steps of: the energy conversion system collecting the unstable natural energy and converting the unstable energy into a mechanical energy; the energy conversion system transmitting the mechanical energy to the energy storage device for storage; the energy storage device transmitting the energy to the compression device; the compression device utilizing the energy for compressing air for at least one whole stroke; and the compression device storing the compressed air in the air storage device. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032212 | CONTROL METHOD OF MAGNETIC SOLENOID VALVE, CONTROL METHOD OF ELECTROMAGNETICALLY CONTROLLED INLET VALVE OF HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, AND CONTROL DEVICE FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR OF ELECTROMAGNETICALLY CONTROLLED INLET VALVE - In an electromagnetically controlled inlet valve actuator provided to a high pressure fuel pump, an impinging sound which is generated at the time of operating the mechanism is reduced. In a high pressure fuel pump provided with an electromagnetically controlled inlet valve (operated by way of a plunger rod), a current supply period includes a 1st current supply period for performing an operation of attracting the plunger rod in a valve closing direction, a 2nd current supply period for alleviating a speed at which the plunger rod moves in a valve opening direction, and a limited current supply period disposed between the 1st current supply period and the 2nd current supply period in the form of spanning a pump top dead center. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032213 | PAINT MATERIAL SWITCHING PATH AND COLOUR CHANGER - An exemplary paint material switching path includes first and second valve means each having an inlet and an outlet, and a hollow cylindrical intermediate piece arranged between the outlet of the first valve means and the inlet of the second valve means. The inlet of the first valve means is configured to be connected to a continuously pressurised paint material supply, and a manifold channel which is configured to be pressurised and into which the outlet of the second valve means opens. Furthermore, means are provided for measuring the pressure prevailing in the hollow cylindrical intermediate piece and an evaluation device for detecting leaks in at least one of the two valve means based on the measured pressure with respect to time for a given pressure difference between the inlet of the first valve means and the outlet of the second valve means at the beginning of the leak detection. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032214 | PURGE PHASE CONTROL STRATEGY FOR A SELECTED CATALYTIC REDUCTION SYSTEM - The method according to the invention is a method for controlling the purging of a sélective catalytic réduction System ( | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032215 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRESERVING FLUID SYSTEMS AND AN ENGINE - Disclosed is a device for preserving fluid systems, for example of a fuel system and an oil system of a turbine engine, with at least one drive for driving at least one fuel pump and at least one oil pump, wherein a valve arrangement is provided, which makes transfer-pumping a fluid between the fluid systems possible, an engine having such a device as well as a method for triggering such a device or for preserving fluid systems. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130032216 | ELECTRONIC FAUCET WITH A CAPACITIVE SENSING SYSTEM AND A METHOD THEREFOR - An electronic faucet ( | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130037112 | Mass Flow Controller Algorithm with Adaptive Valve Start Position - A mass flow controller (MFC), a method for calibrating an MFC, and a method for operating an MFC are disclosed. The MFC may include a valve that is adjustable between a closed position and an open position to control a flow rate of a fluid responsive to a control signal, a thermal mass flow sensor that provides an indication of the flow rate of the fluid, calibration data including data that relates the control signal to the flow rate of the fluid at a plurality of fluid flow rates, and a control system that provides, based upon the calibration data and run time data, an adjustable non-zero starting control signal to the valve when the valve is closed to more quickly respond to a set point signal. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130037113 | HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM WITH PASSIVE CHARGING OF AN ACCUMULATOR - A hydraulic control system for a vehicle powertrain with an engine capable of being selectively turned on and turned off includes an accumulator, a plurality of fluid passages through which a fluid flows between the accumulator and a transmission associated with the powertrain, and a smart memory alloy (SMA) valve in fluid communication with at least one of the fluid passages. The SMA valve has a transition temperature. When the temperature of the fluid is less than or about equal to the transition temperature, the SMA valve closes, and when the temperature of the fluid exceeds the transition temperature, the SMA valve opens. When the SMA valve is closed, the accumulator cannot be charged with fluid, that is, the accumulator, does not fill with fluid, and when the SMA valve is open, the accumulator charges with fluid passively. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130037114 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR EMERGENCY WATER STORAGE - A potable water storage system includes a plurality of water storage containers that are connected to a water inlet. Water flows through the water storage container to water outlets that provides water to the equipment and fixtures of the building. Routine consumption of water by systems and occupants in the building continually refreshes water in the storage containers, without requiring additional energy input or effort in routine operation. The system also includes a bypass pipe that connects the water inlet to the water outlet and bypasses the plurality of water storage containers. Valves are also coupled to the water storage system. In the event of an emergency where potable water is not available, the valves can be closed to isolate the potable water in the water storage containers. The water storage containers can provide emergency potable water to the people in the building and can be expanded or reconfigured. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130037115 | METHOD FOR PERFORMING A HIGH THROUGHPUT ASSAY - A device and method is provided for performing a high throughput assay. The device includes a plate structure having a plate and a plurality of microfluidic structures positioned thereon. Each microfluidic structure defines a channel having an input and an output. At least one of the input and the output of the channel of each of the plurality of mircofluidic structures includes a first plurality of ports. In operation, the channels are filled with fluid and pressure gradients are generated between the fluids at the inputs and the fluids at the outputs of the channels. As a result, fluid flows through the channels toward the outputs. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130037116 | FLUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WITH FILTRATION - A fluid distribution system may include a by-pass fluid filter that combines high volume, in-tank fluid filtration with low volume fluid delivery to an external device such as an SCR injector. One or more outlet ports located along the fluid filter housing can be configured to discharge fluid toward other fluid distribution system components. In systems such as SCR systems, where the liquid reducing agent may freeze when not in use, directing already thawed liquid toward other system components can help thaw the frozen reducing agent at desired locations first. The fluid distribution system can also be arranged so that flow through the filter is in the same direction during the distribution cycle and during the purge cycle. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130042919 | Liquid Collection System - A liquid collection system includes a liquid collection portion configured to attach to a waste receptacle having a waste receptacle opening. The liquid collection portion has a liquid collection opening which extends into the waste receptacle opening. The liquid container also has a liquid reservoir portion attached to the liquid collection portion and in communication with the liquid collection opening. A fill indicator is in communication with the liquid container. The fill indicator is configured to indicate when an amount of liquid in the liquid reservoir portion has a predetermined volume. | 02-21-2013 |
| 20130042920 | Split Control Unit - A split control unit in a distributed flow unit includes a flow inlet configured to receive a fuel flow, a first manifold having flow lines to supply fuel to one or more primary nozzles, and a second manifold having flow lines to supply fuel to one or more secondary nozzles. In an embodiment, the second manifold is in fluid communication with the flow inlet. A metering valve has a first port in fluid communication with the flow inlet and with the second manifold. The metering valve is configured to supply a metered fuel flow to the first manifold. A flow passage is in fluid communication with, and runs between, a flow line of the first manifold and a flow line of the second manifold to allow for a continuous cooling flow in the second manifold when all of the one or more secondary nozzles are closed. | 02-21-2013 |
| 20130042921 | Quantum Fluid Transfer System - A miniature quantum fluid transfer system configured to regulate the flow rate of a fluid by allowing passage of small, discrete increments of fluid through the valve including a valve body having at least one inlet to receive fluid and at least one outlet to release fluid, and a valve rod movably disposed in a first chamber in the valve body. The valve rod has a plurality of fluid passages spaced longitudinally along the valve rod, and the valve rod is movable to align each fluid passage with an inlet or outlet port in the first chamber to allow fluid to flow through selected inlet or outlet ports corresponding to selected fluid passages. The quantum fluid transfer system has a plug movably disposed in a second chamber to push a corresponding volume of fluid out of the second chamber at the end opposite the end the fluid entered. | 02-21-2013 |
| 20130048083 | REMOTE CONTROLLED GRAYWATER SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING SAME - Described herein is a graywater separation valve assembly that includes a main body portion, valve means remotely operable by a user, a motor operatively connected to the valve means, a receiver in electrical communication with the motor, and a remote control that includes a transmitter in communication with the receiver and for operating the valve means. The main body portion includes an inlet, which, in use, is connected to a graywater source, a first outlet, which, in use, is connected to a sewer line, and a second outlet, which, in use, is connected to a graywater line. The inlet, first outlet and second outlet all comprise no hub connectors. The remote control is operable to cause graywater received through the inlet to pass through either the first outlet or the second outlet. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130048084 | Multi-port variable flow control valve with single actuator and interface - A single actuator multi-port flow control valve composed of a plurality of generally cylindrically shaped port bodies rotatably mounted within a valve body. The port bodies are serially driven by a single actuator via a drive link system composed of a drive pin on the inferior side wall of a serial superior port body selectively abutting, during rotation, a driven tab on the superior side wall of its serially inferior port body. The position of each port body is known to an electronic controller which selectively actuates the actuator to set each port body angular position. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130048089 | Analytical System For Performing Laboratory Protocols and Associated Methods - Systems, devices, and methods for automating laboratory protocols utilizing cooperative efforts between differing components including fluidics, agitation and thermal control for processing a wide variety of disparate laboratory protocols are provided. In one aspect, a sample processing module is provided, including a housing configured to accommodate a pre-identified sample process, a temperature input capable of interfacing with a temperature controller, a fluid input capable of interfacing with an input fluid controller, a fluid output capable of interfacing with an output fluid controller, and a standardized agitation connector capable of interfacing with an agitator. A control system interfaces with the temperature input, fluid input, fluid output, and agitation connector to enable the system to perform laboratory protocols that require complex, sequential fluidic steps in association with the temperature and agitation control. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130048090 | HUMAN BODY SENSITIVE TOUCH-CONTROLLED WATER OUTLET DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device includes: a faucet body, a cold water inlet, a hot water inlet and a switch unit, with the switch unit including a touch sensitive module, a control module and a power source module. When a human body touches the switch control sensing zone or the water temperature switchover zone arranged on the faucet body, the touch sensitive module identifies the touch signal and outputs a corresponding sensed signal to the control module, and then the control module controls the water outlet device according to the sensed signal, so as to open or close the water outlet device and provide the selected type of outlet water. Further disclosed is a method for controlling the human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device. The human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device is convenient to use and has a high touch control precision. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130056076 | BUBBLES GENERATION DEVICE AND METHOD - There is disclosed a device ( | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130056077 | Performance Enhancement System - A flow controller for an engine cooling system is disclosed and claimed. The flow controller includes a housing and a valve. The housing defines a first entrance, a second entrance, and an exit. A main coolant flow path is defined by the first entrance with the exit, and a bypass coolant flow path is defined by the second entrance with the exit. The first entrance is adapted to be connected to the cooler, the second entrance is adapted to be connected to the engine bypass port, and the exit is adapted to be connected to the pump. With the valve closed, the main flow path is blocked; that is, coolant from the cooler and/or reservoir is prevented from entering the pump. | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130056078 | Methods for Enhanced Fluid Delivery on Bevel Etch Applications - An apparatus to supply a plurality of process fluids for processing a substrate in a semiconductor processing chamber. The apparatus includes a plurality of process fluid supply valves and a fluid supply network that is defined between a crossover valve and a tuning supply valve. The apparatus further includes a tuning fluid supply being connected to the fluid supply network through the tuning supply valve. Further included with the apparatus is a plurality of process fluids that are connected to the fluid supply network through the plurality of process fluid supply valves. A process chamber that has a substrate support is also included in the apparatus. The process chamber further including an edge fluid supply and a center fluid supply, the edge fluid supply connected to the fluid supply network through an edge enable valve and the center supply connected to the fluid supply network through a center enable valve. | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130056079 | PIPETTING ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A PIPETTING ARRANGEMENT OR OF PRODUCING LIQUID PRODUCT DOSES - The invention relates to a pipetting arrangement comprising at least two sets of pipettes ( | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130061932 | DUAL POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP PRESSURE REGULATING CONTROL - A hydraulic system, including fluid flow generated by a primary pump and a secondary pump, utilizes a regulator control assembly to control fluid flow from each of the primary and secondary pumps such that a desired fluid flow and pressure is maintained at the outlet for varying actuator demands. The regulator control assembly controls the transition from using only the primary pump, to using both the primary and secondary pumps to provide a desired fluid flow and pressure through the outlet to the actuator. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130061933 | FLUID TRANSFER SYSTEM - This disclosure comprising: a tubular member ( | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130061934 | IN-TANK EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM - An evaporative emission control system includes a fuel vapor adsorption unit in physical contact with a heat generator inside a fuel tank. The heat generator can be a fuel pump that heats the adsorption unit during a purge cycle, thereby increasing the rate of desorption of captured fuel vapor during the purge cycle. The fuel vapor adsorption unit and/or an additional fuel vapor adsorption unit may be located inside the tank volume proximate a tank inlet opening so that incoming fuel can cool the adsorption unit(s) during a refueling event, thereby increasing the adsorption efficiency of the adsorption unit(s) during the refueling event. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130061935 | SUCTION DEVICE AND SUCTION METHOD - The invention relates to a device and a method for drawing off liquids and/or suspensions below the surface of water, with a bell element disposed at the end and a suction pipe disposed thereon. According to the invention, at least one compressed air supply line ( | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130068306 | DRAIN VALVE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A DRAIN VALVE - A drain valve includes an inlet plenum, a first orifice downstream from the inlet plenum, a second orifice downstream from the first orifice, and a fluid passage between the first and second orifices. A piston having a first position and a second position has a first surface area exposed to the fluid passage when the piston is in the first and second positions and a second surface area exposed to the inlet plenum when the piston is in the second position. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068307 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING FUEL AT FORWARDING SKID FOR GAS TURBINE ENGINE - A system includes a forwarding skid configured to forward a liquid supply from a liquid storage vessel toward a downstream component. The forwarding skid includes a pumping system configured to receive a gravity feed of the liquid supply from the liquid storage vessel, and the pumping system is configured to pump the liquid fuel supply toward the downstream component. The forwarding skid also includes a monitoring system configured to obtain at least one sensed parameter of the gravity feed of the liquid supply received at the forwarding skid upstream from the pumping system. The at least one sensed parameter is indicative of a supply level remaining at the liquid storage vessel. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068308 | LIFT STATION FLOW DIVERTER AND METHOD OF USING SAME - An apparatus for diverting the flow of wastewater in a lift station, or other liquid storage tank, along the interior wall of the station. In particular, wastewater introduced into a lift station by an inlet is directed by piping so it is discharged along the interior wall to impart a generally circular or vortex-like movement of the wastewater in the station. This generally circular or vortex-like movement prevents coagulation of solids not removed from the station by the pumps therein, reducing the need for cleaning and other maintenance of the lift station. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068309 | POSITION CONTROLLER FOR PILOT-OPERATED ELECTROHYDRAULIC VALVES - A flow control valve includes a housing that includes a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet, a first work port and a second work port. The housing defines a spool bore and a pilot spool bore. A main stage spool is disposed in the spool bore. A pilot stage spool is disposed in the pilot spool bore. The pilot stage spool is in selective fluid communication with the main stage spool. A microprocessor includes a controller having a position controller module, a velocity transform module, and a dynamic offset module. The controller is configured to implement a training process, and to compensate for viscosity changes in the working fluid based on data obtained during the training process. Outputs of the controller are communicated to the pilot stage spool. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068310 | Method and Apparatus for a Microfluidic Device - An microfluidic device and methods for its use, where the microfluidic device comprises: (a) a porous membrane, (b) a gradient layer defining a plurality of gradient micro-channels, where the gradient layer is coupled to a top surface of the membrane, (c) a distributor layer defining a plurality of distributor micro-channels, where the distributor micro-channels are coupled to the plurality of gradient micro-channels, where the distributor layer defines at least one inlet opening and at least one outlet opening, each inlet opening and outlet opening are coupled to the plurality of distributor micro-channels, and (d) self-supporting means coupled to one or more of the porous membrane, the gradient layer and the distributor layer. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068311 | Through Tubing Pumping System With Automatically Deployable and Retractable Seal - A downhole pumping system in production tubing having a seal between the intake and discharge of a through tubing downhole pump that automatically deploys when the pump initiates operation. The seal automatically disengages when the pump suspends operating and redeploys when the pump starts operating again. The pumping system can be set at a different depth before restarting the pump. The seal can include a bladder like member that has an opening facing towards the pump discharge, so that discharged fluid expands the bladder radially outward into sealing contact with the tubing. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130068312 | SUSPENSIONS FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY - Embodiments of the present disclosure include suspensions for use in enhanced oil recovery, and methods of using the suspensions for recovering oil. Suspensions of the present disclosure include a nonionic surfactant that can dissolve in supercritical carbon dioxide, and a metal salt having a concentration of 200 to 1 parts-per-million. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130074936 | MIS-FILL PREVENTION SYSTEM - A reductant delivery and supply system including a storage tank, a pump, a dosing module, and a mis-fill prevention system. The storage tank stores a fluid. The pump is coupled to the storage tank by a delivery line. The dosing module is coupled to the pump by a supply line. The mis-fill prevention system includes an expandable plug. The expandable plug is configured in contact with the fluid. Moreover, the expandable plug is configured to expand on contact with a hydrocarbon. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130074937 | Medical Gas Switchover Manifold - A switchover manifold for selectively connecting one of a plurality of compressed gas vessels to a point of use such that the supply of compressed gas remains uninterrupted even as the compressed gas vessels are opened and closed to the point of use for renewal of depleted compressed gas vessels. The switchover manifold has an inlet for each gas vessel all in communication with a utilization outlet, and an externally operated valve which opens only one compressed gas vessel to the utilization outlet at any one time. The manifold may be utilized in conjunction with a gas bottle cart. The gas bottles may be medical side D bottles being used in association with a medical procedure comprising insufflation. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130074938 | FAUCET WITH A MONITORING DEVICE AND A MONITORING METHOD THEREOF - A faucet includes a faucet body, a switch unit and a monitoring device. The switch unit is coupled rotatably to the faucet body. The monitoring device is mounted to the switch unit and includes an angle detector, a microprocessor and an alert unit. The angle detector is for detecting angular rotation of the switch unit, and is for generating angle information. The microprocessor is for receiving the angle information, for recording a cumulative time period within which the switch unit is in an open state, and for calculating an outflow value accordingly. The microprocessor generates an alert signal for the alert unit upon determining that the outflow value has reached a predetermined threshold. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130074939 | DEVICE FOR ELECTROMECHANICAL ACTUATOR - A device for a valve actuator is described, the valve actuator being provided with a slide nut surrounding a portion of an actuator slide and being in engagement with an external threaded portion arranged on the actuator slide, the slide nut being axially fixed relative to the actuator slide, and the actuator slide being in rotation-preventing engagement with a portion of an actuator mounting or a valve housing, and the slide nut being connected to a driving motor via transmission means. Also, a method of operating a valve is described, the method including the step of: providing an axial displacement of the actuator slide by rotating a slide nut which surrounds a portion of an actuator slide, is in engagement with an external threaded portion arranged on the actuator slide and is axially fixed relative to the actuator slide, the rotation being provided with the help of at least one driving motor. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130074940 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130074941 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130081697 | FLUIDIC MANIFOLD - A fluid management cassette system comprises a first and second opposed platen with first and second opposed films compressed between the platens. One or more channels formed one or both of the platens form pathways with the films through which fluids can be directed. Valves and other flow control mechanisms can be incorporated. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130081698 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING WATER DROPLET MOVEMENT USING MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - Provided is a method of controlling water droplet movement including providing a substrate including a superhydrophobic surface on which a hydrophilic channel guiding water droplet movement is patterned, introducing a water droplet on the substrate, and modulating a slope of the superhydrophobic surface for the water droplet to move on the superhydrophobic surface along the hydrophilic channel. Here, a width of the hydrophilic channel is modulated for the water droplet to move on the superhydrophobic surface having a certain angle with respect to a ground. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130081699 | Method Capable of Enhancing Heat Exchanging and Humidifying Performance of Warming Stove and Warming Stove with Humidifying Function - The invention discloses a method capable of enhancing the heat exchanging and humidifying performance of a warming stove and a warming stove with a humidifying function. Water fog is guided into the initial end of an air channel of a stove body, so that the water fog flows through a heat exchange region in the air channel along with circulating air; and the water fog is gasified under a high temperature, so that the circulating air is changed into wet air in the process and carried into a warming space from an outlet at the tail end of the air channel. The water fog is guided into the initial end of the air channel and carried into the heat exchange region by the circulating air, the water fog is gasified to be changed into the steam in a heating way in the heat exchange region, a heat exchange function is greatly enhanced, and more heat energy can be taken away by humidity-containing gas in each unit volume compared with dry air under the same flow, so that the warming stove is higher in efficiency, and more obvious in an effect for adjusting the temperature and the humidity of the indoor air. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130081700 | SOURCE GAS SUPPLY UNIT, AND DEPOSITION APPARATUS AND METHOD USING THE SAME - Provided are a source gas supply unit capable of supplying a constant amount of source gas to a deposition chamber to deposit a uniform layer, and a deposition apparatus and method using the same. The source gas supply unit includes a canister in which a source is stored, a heater heating the canister, a source gas supply pipe provided on one side of the canister, a measuring unit installed on the source gas supply pipe and measuring an amount of source gas passing through the source gas supply pipe, and a temperature controller connected to the heater and the measuring unit. The temperature controller controls the heater based on the amount of the source gas measured by the measuring unit. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130087204 | Pressure Correcting Distributor For Heating and Cooling Systems - A distributor assembly has a distributor extending along a central axis between a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The distributor has a flow passage extending from the first end of the distributor and a plurality of feeder ports extending from the second end of the distributor to the flow passage and each feeder port is in fluid communication with the flow passage. Each feeder port extends along a central axis from a first end at the flow passage to a second end at the second end of the distributor and each feeder port comprises a first axial segment and a second axial segment, the first axial segment being connected between the flow passage and the second axial segment and the second axial segment being connected between the first axial segment and the second end of the distributor. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130087205 | Expandable garden hose - A flexible garden hose having an inner tube member made from elastic material and an outer tube member made from a non-elastic material. The inner tube member is secured to the outer tube member only at an inlet coupler and an outlet coupler. The inlet coupler is constructed to secure to a water supply provided from a conventional household water spigot. The outlet coupler is coupled to a flow restrictor allowing the inner tube member to equalize in pressure with pressurized water received from the water supply. Pressurized water expands the elongated inner tube member longitudinally along a length of the inner tube member and laterally across a width of the inner tube member thereby substantially increasing the length of the hose to an expanded condition wherein the hose contracts to a substantially decreased length when there is a decrease in pressurized water. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130087206 | SAMPLE CARRIER - A micro channel device includes at least one sample processing region ( | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130087207 | PIPE TRANSPORT SYSTEM WITH HYDROPHOBIC WALL - A pipe system comprising a pipe comprising an exterior of the system, the pipe comprising an inner pipe wall; a hydrophobic layer interior to the inner pipe wall; and a liquid interior to the hydrophobic layer and interior to the inner pipe wall, the liquid comprising water and one or more hydrocarbons. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130092240 | BACK PRESSURE VALVE WITH INDUCTIVELY HEATED FLAP - A back pressure valve for a fuel cell stack assembly is disclosed, wherein the valve includes a solenoid disposed thereon, an energization of the solenoid causing a generation of heat in a valve flap to facilitate a melting of ice that has formed in the valve. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130092241 | BUBBLING SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR STABLE PRECURSOR SUPPLY - Embodiments of the invention generally provide apparatus and methods for vaporizing liquid precursors. In one embodiment, a bubbling system for supplying a vapor of liquid precursor is provided including a gas flow conduit having a first end and a second end, a nozzle structure connected to the second end of the gas flow conduit, and comprising one or more perforated conduits fluidly coupled with the second end of the gas flow conduit, and a plate disposed around the gas flow conduit and in a spaced relationship from the nozzle structure, wherein both the one or more perforated conduits and the plate extend radially from an axis of the gas flow conduit. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130098450 | Methods, Devices, and Systems for Laundry Fluid Delivery - Methods, devices, and systems for laundry fluid delivery are disclosed. A laundry fluid delivery controller includes a user interface configured to receive input from a user regarding use of a laundry fluid in a washing machine, a pump configured to pump the laundry fluid from a fluid reservoir to the washing machine, and processing circuitry configured to control the pump in response to the user input and to operate independent of any control circuitry of the washing machine, the control circuitry being configured to control operation of the washing machine. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098451 | PRESSURE REGULATING FLOAT VALVE - A fuel system for an aircraft has a vent system. The system has a conduit opening into the fuel section. The system has a member connected to the conduit at a proximal end. The member has a seal plate within the conduit sealing the opening into the fuel section when a buoyant section at a distal end rises along with the seal plate through the member with a rise in fluid level within the fuel section. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098452 | HYDRAULIC DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM EMPLOYING DUAL PUMPS - Disclosed is an exemplary hydraulic system including a first fluid circuit and a second fluid circuit. The hydraulic system further includes a first pump fluidly connected to the first fluid circuit and fluidly connectable to the second fluid circuit, and a second pump fluidly connectable to the first and second fluid circuits. The hydraulic system includes a first valve that may be arranged in a first position for fluidly disconnecting the first and second pumps from the second fluid circuit, a second position for fluidly connecting the second pump to the second fluid circuit and fluidly disconnecting the first pump from the second fluid circuit, and a third position for fluidly connecting the first and second pumps to the second fluid circuit. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098453 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REFILLING AN EVAPORATOR CHAMBER - Devices and methods for continuously refilling an evaporator chamber are described. The evaporator chamber includes a vacuum chamber having a partition that is permeable only to liquid material. The solid material can be heated in the vacuum chamber by a heating jacket of the vacuum chamber to liquefaction, and transferred via a drain and a connecting channel into a basin inside an evaporator chamber. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098454 | ISENTROPIC COMPRESSION INLET FOR SUPERSONIC AIRCRAFT - A supersonic inlet includes a relaxed isentropic compression surface to improve net propulsive force by shaping the compression surface of the inlet to defocus the resulting shocklets away from the cowl lip. Relaxed isentropic compression shaping of the inlet compression surface functions to reduce the cowl lip surface angle, thereby improving inlet drag characteristics and interference drag characteristics. Supersonic inlets in accordance with the invention also demonstrate reductions in peak sonic boom overpressure while maintaining overall engine performance. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098455 | MULTIPLE COMPLEMENTARY GAS DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLIES - Described herein are exemplary apparatuses having multiple gas distribution assemblies in accordance with one embodiment. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes two or more gas distribution assemblies. Each gas distribution assembly has orifices through which at least one process gas is introduced into a processing chamber. The two or more gas distribution assemblies may be designed to have complementary characteristic radial film growth rate profiles. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098456 | COMMON MODE PULSE DAMPER FOR RECIPROCATING PUMP SYSTEMS - Pulses in a pumping system resulting from paired reciprocating pumps are dampened by a pressure vessel that includes two compartments separated by a flexible membrane and otherwise isolated from each other. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130098457 | Method and Apparatus for Supplying Heated, Pressurized Air - A system for providing heated, pressurized air to a device in an industrial process, the system including at least one engine arranged and designed to heat and pressurize air, and at least one pipe attached to the at least one engine to provide a flow path for air from the at least one engine to the device in the industrial process. The system may also include an expansion joint positioned between the at least one engine and the pipe, the expansion joint arranged and designed to allow relative axial movement between the at least one engine and the pipe. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130104988 | HEATER JACKET FOR A FLUID LINE | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104989 | Splash-Retarding Fluid Collection System | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104991 | FLOW-GAIN BASED HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR LEAKAGE TEST | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104992 | DEPOSITION VALVE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF HEATING THE SAME | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104993 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VARIABLE INJECTION FLOW | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104994 | BUILDING ENVELOPE MEMBER WITH INTERNAL WATER RESERVOIR | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130104995 | VEHICLE, AIR CONDITIONING APPARATUS, AND AIR CONDITIONING METHOD | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130112276 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING FLUIDS IN A PROCESSING ENVIRONMENT USING A LIQUID RING PUMP AND RECLAMATION SYSTEM - Methods and systems for chemical management. In one embodiment, a blender is coupled to a processing system and configured to supply an appropriate solution or solutions to the system. Solutions provided by the blender are then reclaimed from the system and subsequently reintroduced for reuse. The blender may be operated to control the concentrations of various constituents in the solution prior to the solution being reintroduced to the system for reuse. Some chemicals introduced to the system may be temperature controlled. A back end vacuum pump subsystem separates gases from liquids as part of a waste management system. | 05-09-2013 |
| 20130118586 | CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM DEVICE, VACUUM VALVE THEREFOR AND OPERATION THEREOF - A valve unit configured for a charged particle beam device having a beam path | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118587 | WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IN A GASIFICATION REACTOR - A water distribution system in a gasification reactor for carrying out a slag-forming entrained flow process is disclosed having a water screen as a water distribution system with a concentric annular distributor used in conjunction with an axially symmetrical deflecting surface having a concavely curved cross-section. The annular distributor has a water intake and the annular distributor has openings for water to be discharged in jets directed onto the inside of the concavely curved deflecting surface. The water leaving the deflecting surface is conducted downward into the interior of the reactor. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118588 | FLUID TREATMENT METHOD - Provided is a fluid treatment method for treating fluid by use of a flow passage structure, comprising the steps of: circulating a mixed fluid formed by mutually-mixed plural types of fluid into a mixed fluid flow passage (mixed fluid circulation step); separating, in a separation space leading to the downstream side of the mixed fluid flow passage, the mixed fluid entered from the mixed fluid flow passage into a light fluid with a small specific gravity and a heavy fluid with a larger specific gravity than that of the light fluid in accordance with the difference in specific gravity, in which the separation space has a cross-sectional shape such that the light fluid and the heavy fluid are mutually separated in accordance with the difference in specific gravity; causing the heavy fluid to flow from the separation space to a heavy flow passage leading to an area where the heavy fluid is collected in the separation space; and causing the light fluid to flow from the separation space to a light flow passage leading to an area where the light fluid is collected in the separation space. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118589 | Toroidal Plasma Channel with Varying Cross-Section Areas Along the Channel - An assembly for adjusting gas flow patterns and gas-plasma interactions including a toroidal plasma chamber. The toroidal plasma chamber has an injection member, an output member, a first side member and a second side member that are all connected. The first side member has a first inner cross-sectional area in at least a portion of the first side member and a second inner cross-sectional area in at least another portion of the first side member, where the first inner cross-sectional area and the second inner-cross-sectional area being different. The second side member has a third inner cross-sectional area in at least a portion of the second side member and a fourth inner cross-sectional area in at least another portion of the second side member, where the third inner cross-sectional area and the fourth inner-cross-sectional area being different. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118590 | METHOD FOR REDUCING COSTS OF ENZYMES IN BIOREFINERY - A business methodology for optimizing enzyme use rates and enzyme supply and reducing greenhouse gas emissions for an industrial process that employs enzymes as part of the production process by changing the concentration, specific gravity and/or activity of an enzyme prior to, and just-in-time for, the addition of said enzyme to a reactor wherein an enzyme-catalyzed reaction occurs. After collecting data that describes the extent to which enzyme consumption has decreased as a result of the change in concentration, specific gravity and/or activity of said enzymes, the enzyme user can pay to the provider of technology that allows enzyme consumption to decrease, a proportion of the savings. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118591 | Catalyst metering device - The invention relates to a catalyst metering device with a valve formed of an iron-based alloy steel hardened to a Rockwell hardness C of at least 60. The device can be used for metering of a catalyst for an ethylene polymerization reaction. The invention further relates to ethylene polymerization wherein the catalyst is metered in a catalyst metering device with a iron-based alloy steel hardened valve, as well as to a ethylene polymerization reactor comprising such a catalyst metering device. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130118592 | Method of feeding catalyst - The present invention relates to a method of continuously feeding catalyst slurry into an olefin polymerization reactor comprising the steps of: a) continuously feeding catalyst slurry into the reactor through a catalyst feeding line and then through a valve connected to the wall of the reactor, wherein said valve comprises a piston device comprising an actuator and a hollow casing, wherein said piston is connected to the actuator and wherein said piston is arranged in the hollow casing; and b) closing said valve by moving the piston through at least part of said valve towards the reactor and at least until the wall of the reactor, upon at least partial blockage of said valve. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130125989 | BALL AND SOCKET BREAKAWAY CONNECTOR - A breakaway assembly including a first connector including a ball portion movably received therein and a second connector including a coupling portion. The assembly is movable between a first configuration in which the coupling portion is removably received in the ball portion and the first and second connectors together define a fluid path through which fluid may flow, and a second configuration in which the coupling portion is not received in the ball portion. The assembly is configured to move from the first configuration to the second configuration when a sufficient separation force is applied to the assembly. The assembly further includes a valve positioned in one of the first or second connectors. The valve is configured to be in an open position when the assembly is in the first configuration to allow fluid to flow therethrough, and to move to a closed position. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125990 | SAFETY PROTECTION DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - The safety protection device contains a control unit, a transmission unit, and a throttle unit. The control method contains the following steps: step A: setting a condition parameter X of the control unit; step B: engaging the safety protection device into an operational mode; step C: determining if an external condition X | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125991 | BUBBLE GENERATING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FORMING A BUBBLE FILM - A bubble generating toy includes a bubble forming assembly mounted inside a housing behind a front opening thereof. The bubble forming assembly includes a cylindrical body having diametric inlet and outlet, a cylindrical air gate having diametric inlet and outlet. The air gate is rotatable in the cylindrical body between a closed position and open position when the inlets and outlets are aligned. A sleeve extends perpendicularly from the outlet of the cylindrical body and has a bubble ring. Bubble forming liquid is pumped from a container, through a tube and into the sleeve by a pump to form a bubble film across the bubble ring. An air blower blows are through the sleeve and the bubble ring to generate bubbles. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125992 | Product for Fluidic Applications, Method for its Production and Use of Such a Product - The present invention relates to a product for fluidic applications, with at least one surface segment having a plurality of ribs in contact with a fluid flowing in a flow direction and adjacent ribs delimit between them in each case a valley and a method for production and a use of such a product. The product according to the invention can be produced economically with further improved flow properties; in that at least two ribs with the valley they respectively delimit are combined in a group, that at least two groups are present, and separated from each group arranged adjacent to it, viewed transverse to the flow direction S of the fluid, by a valley, and that the height profile of the valley differs in each case from the height profile of the valleys delimited by those ribs of the groups which are adjacent to the valley separating the groups. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125993 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COATING A METAL PIPE AND COATED PIPE MADE THEREFROM - The present invention relates to a system and method for coating the interior surface of a pipe, which coated pipe can then be used in the transmission of corrosive petroleum fluids. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125994 | SWARF EXTRACTION TOOL - A swarf extraction device for use with a cutting machine, includes: a body having at least one conduit for receiving a flow of cutting fluid; a connector for connecting the conduit to a source of cutting fluid; a suction tube in fluid communication with the conduit, the suction tube having an suction inlet and a suction outlet; and a swarf outlet through which the swarf is ejected from the device, wherein the conduit is arranged to create a pressure drop at the suction tube inlet using the flow of cutting fluid when in use. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125995 | CLOGGED FILTER DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A hydraulic system for a hybrid module which is located between an engine and a transmission includes a parallel arrangement of a mechanical pump and an electric pump. Each pump is constructed and arranged to deliver oil to other portions of the hydraulic system depending on the operational mode. Three operational modes are described including an electric mode, a transition mode, and a cruise mode. Included is a lube splitter valve which prioritizes the delivery of oil between downstream components and the motor (eMachine). The motor temperature is monitored and an elevated motor temperature provides an indication of a clogged oil filter. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130125996 | Process for supplying catalyst to a polymerization reactor - The present invention relates to a method for feeding metallocene catalyst slurry to an olefin polymerization loop reactor ( | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130133746 | Dynamic Gas Flow Control of Touchless Reactor Cells - A protective chuck is disposed on a substrate with a gas layer between the bottom surface of the protective chuck and the substrate surface. The gas layer protects a surface region against a fluid layer covering the substrate surface. In some embodiments, the pressure fluctuation at the gas layers is monitored, and through the dynamic feedback, the gas flow rate can be adjusted to achieve a desired operation regime. The dynamic control of operation regime setting can also be applied to high productivity combinatorial systems having an array of protective chucks | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130133747 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RELIABLE FEEDSTOCK DELIVERY AT VARIABLE DELIVERY RATES - Hydrogen-producing fuel processing assemblies and methods for delivering feedstock to a hydrogen-producing region of a hydrogen-producing fuel processing assembly. In some embodiments, the fuel processing assemblies include a feedstock delivery system that includes a pump assembly and a stall prevention mechanism that is adapted to reduce pressure in an outlet conduit during periods in which the pump assembly is not emitting a liquid outlet stream within or above a hydrogen-producing pressure range. In some embodiments, pressure in the outlet conduit is isolated from pressure in the hydrogen-producing region of the fuel processing assembly and is reduced during periods in which a liquid stream is not being pumped within or above a hydrogen-producing pressure range. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130133748 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DETERMINING THE ACTUAL START OF INJECTION OF A PIEZO FUEL INJECTION VALVE - A method for determining the actual start of injection is performed by an actuating device for a piezo fuel injection valve and includes the following steps. First, a test injection is carried out with such a short actuation duration that a start of shut-off takes place at a time so early that the nozzle needle does not reach the open end position. Said time is predefined by the actuation and is therefore precisely known. Next, the closing time of the nozzle needle is then determined by measurement and evaluation of an electrical variable of the piezo direct drive. Once the closing time and the time of the start of shut-off are known, the actual start of injection is calculated back from the closing time via the start of shut-off. This permits an adequately precise determination of the actual injection quantity in almost every operating state of the internal combustion engine. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130133749 | BYPASS FEEDER DEVICE - A device and method for chemicals to be fed into a water system, treating the water system as it enters, for example, a fire protection mains and/or fire protection systems (FPS) to protect and maintain the longevity of the water system preventing damages to the water system or enhancing the operation characteristics of the system. This device is a treatment system that may be installed as a portable or permanent device with chemicals such as, corrosion inhibitors, wetting agents, polymeric dispersants, biocides, biostats or other water chemical enhancing effects with means for injecting the chemicals into th fire protection system or a bypass feed system ( | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130139888 | STUFFING BOX FLOW DIVERTER AND METHODS THEREFOR - A stuffing box flow diverter including a body including first, second, and third connector portions. The third connector portion is configured for connection to a stuffing box. A first passage extends from the first connector portion to the third connector portion and a second passage extends from the first connector portion to the third connector portion. The first and second passages are coaxial, wherein the second passage includes an annular portion extending along at least a portion of the first passage. The first passage is defined by a tube extending from the first connector portion and through a bore formed in the third connector portion, the bore having a bore diameter larger than an outer diameter of the tube. The second passage includes the annular region defined by the bore diameter and the outer tube diameter. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139889 | SELF POWERED AND AUTOMATED ATTACHMENT TO A WATER SYSTEM - Embodiments of the present invention relate to an attachment mechanism adapted to be attached to fluid system having a hydroelectric generator adapted to convert a flow of a fluid through the fluid system into electrical power. The attachment mechanism further includes a control unit coupled to the hydroelectric generator, capacitor to store the electrical power generated by the hydroelectric generator, and a motor coupled to the control unit. In addition, the attachment system includes a pinch valve coupled to the motor, such that the control unit is adapted to automatically control the motor for actuating the pinch valve for regulating the fluid flow within the fluid system. The attachment mechanism further includes sensor unit to detect the condition in vicinity to the attachment mechanism. As further disclosed herein, the control unit is powered by the flow of the fluid through the fluid system. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139890 | ROTARY WHEEL SEALING SYSTEM - A rotary wheel assembly is configured for use with a system for conditioning air to be supplied to an enclosed structure. The rotary wheel is configured to be positioned within a supply air stream and an exhaust air stream. The assembly includes a cassette frame, a wheel rotatably secured within the cassette frame, and a self-adjusting seal subassembly configured to maintain sealing engagement with respect to a surface of the wheel. The self-adjusting seal subassembly includes at least one seal member. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139891 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING AN AUXILIARY POWER UNIT - A method for controlling the operation of an auxiliary power unit supplying an aircraft air conditioning system with compressed process air includes determining a heating or cooling requirement of an aircraft region to be air-conditioned, determining a desired value of at least one process air flow parameter in dependence on the determined heating or cooling requirement of the aircraft region to be air-conditioned, controlling the operation of the auxiliary power unit in dependence on the determined process air flow parameter desired value, acquiring an actual value of the at least one process air flow parameter, comparing the process air flow parameter actual value with the process air flow parameter desired value and controlling the operation of the auxiliary power unit in dependence on the result of the comparison of the process air flow parameter actual value with the process air flow parameter desired value. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139892 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR STORING PRODUCTS - A method and a device used to store a product inside a receptacle. The product includes a first liquid component and at least a second component. Inside the receptacle, the product is circulated by a conveying apparatus which is positioned in the region of a tubular guide element arranged inside a receptacle. At least one component of the product fed to the receptacle flows first into an internal space of the guide element. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139893 | HANDS FREE HYDRATION SYSTEM - A hydration system configured to receive liquid from a wearable fluid storage and delivery device and selectively add supplements thereto. The system includes a removable cap, an interior housing, and an outside housing. The interior housing has a supplement chamber for housing a dissolvable supplement body with an open end portion closable by the cap. The interior housing also has a bypass channel separated from the supplement chamber. The outside housing has an interior channel configured to slidably receive the interior housing and allow it to slide between a supplement adding position and a bypass position relative to the outside housing. In the supplement adding position, liquid received from the wearable device flows into the supplement chamber whereat at least a portion of the dissolvable supplement body dissolves into the liquid. In the bypass position, liquid received from the wearable device flows into the bypass channel bypassing the supplement chamber. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130139894 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SUPPLYING LIQUIDS TO ANALYSIS UNITS AND LIQUID HANDLING SYSTEMS - The invention relates to a method for supplying at least one analysis apparatus with at least one liquid. In the method, the liquid is kept available in a storage tank, from where it is transported into at least one buffer tank. The liquid is fed to the analysis apparatus from the buffer tank, whose filling level is monitored. Here, the buffer tank is arranged above the analysis apparatus and the storage tank is arranged below the analysis apparatus. The invention also relates to a device for carrying out this method as well as to an analysis apparatus in which this device is employed. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130146144 | SHAPE-MEMORY APPARATUSES FOR RESTRICTING FLUID FLOW THROUGH A CONDUIT AND METHODS OF USING SAME - Apparatuses for restricting fluid flow through a well conduit comprise a tubular member having a seat member disposed within the tubular member for receiving a plug element. One or both of the seat member or the plug element comprise at least one shape-memory material to facilitate the plug element being able to land on the seat and/or to facilitate the plug element to pass through a seat member or other restriction in the tubular member either before or after landing on a seat. | 06-13-2013 |
| 20130146145 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REDUCING TEMPERATURE OF BOMBE USING LATENT HEAT OF LPG VAPORIZATION - A device for reducing the temperature of a bombe, which stores liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel and may be connected to a fuel supply line for supplying the fuel to an injector, using latent heat of LPG vaporization, may include a fuel pump installed in the bombe and connected to an end of the fuel supply line for pressurizing the fuel, a cut-off valve installed in the fuel supply line for selectively cutting off fuel supply to the injector, a fuel collection line branched from the fuel supply line to the inside of the bombe for collecting the supplied fuel into the bombe when the cut-off valve may be closed, and
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| 20130146146 | COUPLER DEVICE AND A METHOD OF PREVENTING SPILLAGE FROM A COUPLER DEVICE - A coupling device for use in a fluid system comprising a first coupler member ( | 06-13-2013 |
| 20130153034 | Spiral Fluid Flow System - A fluid flow system is provided. The system includes a tank, a first manifold and a second manifold. The tank has a generally centralized portion and a sidewall. The tank extends from a lower portion to an upper portion to contain fluid therein. The first manifold is located adjacent the sidewall and has a first length extending from the lower portion to the upper portion. The first manifold defines at least in part a first opening extending along at least a portion of the first length permitting fluid flow therethrough. The first manifold is positioned to permit fluid to flow between the first manifold and the sidewall independent of the first opening. The second manifold is located about the centralized portion and has a second length extending from the lower portion to the upper portion. The second manifold defines a second opening extending along at least a portion of the second length permitting fluid flow therethrough. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130153035 | GAS VALVE WITH ELECTRONIC CYCLE COUNTER - A gas valve assembly may include an electronic valve controller secured relative to a valve body. The electronic controller may be configured to count each operational cycle of the gas valve and maintain a cumulative count of the number of operational cycles experienced by the gas valve in a memory, such as a non-volatile memory. In some cases, the non-volatile memory may also store one or more operational cycle threshold values that may be retrieved and compared to the cumulative count of the number of operational cycles experienced by the gas valve. In some instances, where the cumulative count of the number of operational cycles experienced by the gas valve meets and/or exceeds the threshold number of operational cycles, the gas valve may be prevented from opening. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130153036 | GAS VALVE WITH ELECTRONIC PROOF OF CLOSURE SYSTEM - This disclosure relates generally to valves, and more particularly, to gas valve assemblies. In one illustrative but non-limiting example, a valve assembly may include a valve body having an interior and an exterior, a valve or valve sealing member positioned in the valve body, a sensor element (e.g., a magnet and/or a ferrous core) secured relative to the valve sealing member and a sensor (e.g., a magnetic field sensor) positioned outside of the interior of the valve body. The valve sealing member may be movable between an opened position and a closed position, and the sense element may move with the valve sealing member. The sensor may be configured to detect a position of the valve sealing member and communicate that position to a valve controller. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130153037 | Liquid Distributor With A Mixer - An apparatus for distributing a flow of a liquid descending in an inner space of a packed column includes: a collector to collect the flow of the liquid; a mixer below and vertically spaced apart from the collector to receive and mix the liquid collected; a first conduit to receive and transmit at least part of the liquid from a first sector of the collector to a first zone of the mixer; and a second conduit to receive and transmit at least part of the liquid from a second sector of the collector to a second zone of the mixer. A geometric center of the first sector of the collector is positioned circumferentially away from a geometric center of the first zone of the mixer and/or a geometric center of the collector's second sector is positioned circumferentially away from a geometric center of the mixer's second zone. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130153038 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING FLUID INTO A SUBSEA PIPELINE - Apparatus useful for at least one among filling, flooding and hydrotesting a subsea pipeline includes a control unit, pump and pump valve disposed upon a submersible skid. The control unit is capable of controlling operation of the pump and pump valve. At least one battery may be disposed upon or associated with the skid for powering the components on the skid. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130153039 | CHECK VALVE - A check valve comprising a valve housing, which comprises an inlet, an outlet, and a valve channel. The valve channel connects the inlet to the outlet and has a valve seat. The check valve further comprises a closure part, which cooperates with the valve seat, and a tappet bearing the closure part. An end of the tappet which is remote from the closure part bears a control piston, which together with a cylinder wall defines a control chamber, which is connected a control connection. The control chamber is connected to the valve channel by means of a connection channel. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130160856 | MULTI-PORT INJECTOR SYSTEM AND METHOD - A feed injector system includes an injector nozzle. The injector nozzle includes a first injector port assembly having a first injector port located at a center of a longitudinal axis of the injector nozzle and defining a flow path for directing a first feed flow from a respective source into a reaction zone. The feed injector system also includes a second injector port assembly having one or more second injector passages arranged about a first circumference of the first injector port for receiving and injecting a second feed flow. Further, the feed injector system includes a third injector port assembly having a plurality of third ports arranged about a second circumference of the first injector port. The third ports are communicatively coupled to a plurality of toroidal flow paths and configured to receive and inject a third feed flow. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130160857 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TREATING AN EFFLUENT STREAM GENERATED BY A CARBON CAPTURE SYSTEM - A system for treating an effluent stream including a carbon capture system utilizing an amine-containing solution to remove carbon dioxide from a flue gas stream, the carbon capture system generating an effluent stream comprising degradation products generated by the amine-containing solution; storage means for storing at least a portion of the effluent stream, the storage means being fluidly coupled to the carbon capture system. The system also including at least one nozzle connected to a combustion zone of a boiler, the at least one nozzle being fluidly coupled to the storage means for providing at least a portion of the effluent stream present in the storage means to the combustion zone of the boiler through the at least one nozzle, wherein the effluent stream provided to the combustion zone is co-incinerated with a fuel in the combustion zone. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130160858 | TOUCHLESS SITE ISOLATION USING GAS BEARING - A gas bearing seal using porous materials for distribution of gas flow can provide site isolation during wet processing. In some embodiments, a flow cell comprises a porous media gas bearing surrounding a periphery of the flow cell, isolating the liquid inside the flow cell from the ambient air outside the flow cell. In some embodiments, a protective chuck comprises a porous media gas bearing disposed in a middle of the protective chuck, isolating the liquid outside the protective chuck with the gaseous ambient generated by the porous media gas bearing. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130160859 | METHOD AND PRODUCT DELIVERY MECHANISM WITH A PUMP - A product delivery mechanism for a beverage dispensing system that dispenses flavor/ingredients and ice into a serving cup for mixing and/or blending. The product delivery system includes a gas operated pump for moving the flavor/ingredients from a product source to a dispensing nozzle above the serving cup. A gas restrictor is connected to an exhaust port of the pump to regulate gas flow rate and product flow rate so as to prevent splashing at the cup while operating the pump well within its rated pressure limits. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130160860 | LOAD BOX FOR STORAGE TANK CONTAINMENT - A load box for containing liquid spillage has a container; with an upper access opening with a cover, attachable to a wall of a containment structure containing a liquid storage tank. An input opening configured to receive a discharge end of a tank conduit, and an output opening is configured to receive a suction end of a transport conduit. The container encloses a releasable connection between the suction end of the transport conduit and the discharge end of the tank conduit. An overflow opening is located such that liquid rising in the container flows through the overflow opening before rising to a level where liquid flows through one of the input and output openings, and an overflow conduit attached to the overflow opening is configured such that when a liquid level in the container rises to the overflow opening, liquid flows through the overflow conduit into the structure interior. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130160861 | Electronic Coolant Valve With Flexible Seal - An electronic coolant valve with a flexible sealing membrane. The membrane is expanded or contracted radially via a drive screw and an electric motor. The extension and retraction of the drive screw changes the shape of the membrane in the flow passage. The membrane can be adjusted to allow full passage of coolant through a passageway, to completely block off (close) the flow channel preventing fluid from flowing through it, or to allow a restricted or metered amount of coolant to pass through the passageway. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130167934 | Adjusting Air Flow without Restricting a Fan - A duct may be disclosed. The duct may comprise a wall and a cover. The wall may define a passage, an inlet in fluid communication with the passage, an outlet in fluid communication with the passage, and an opening in fluid communication with the passage. The cover may be arranged to selectively block the opening. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130167935 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MONITORING FLUID SEPARATION AND/OR MONITORING THE HEALTH OF A VALVE - The present subject matter is generally directed to fuel systems for a gas turbine and related methods for monitoring fluid separation in the fuel systems. More particularly, the systems and methods include measuring pressure differentials and comparing the measurements to a predetermined value. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130167936 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS, SUBSTRATE PROCESSING METHOD AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM - There is provided a substrate processing apparatus to perform a predetermined process on a substrate on which a pattern mask is formed, comprising a compartment mechanism configured to switch between a compartmented state and an open state. The compartmented state includes a first section having the evaporation source formation part, and a second section configured to transfer the substrate between an outside of processing vessel and a mounting table. The substrate processing apparatus comprises a substrate transfer hole formed in the processing vessel and configured to open and close with respect to the second section being in the compartmented state; and an exhaust hole formed to connect to the second section and configured to exhaust the second section in the compartment state to remove a solvent atmosphere of the second section. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130167937 | AUTOMATED MICRO-VOLUME ASSAY SYSTEM - An automated assay system is described with stations for placement of materials to be used in an assay of materials inside capillaries and an automated gripper for manipulating capillaries. The system includes a separation and immobilization station where reactions inside the capillaries take place and a detector station where photoemissions from the capillary reactions are detected. The photoemissions from the capillaries may be displayed as line graphs or in columns of a pseudo-gel image resembling the familiar Western gel blot. An automated control system has a user interface by which an operator can select a run protocol and define the locations of samples and reagents to be used in the protocol run: Following the setup the control system will cause the automated system to execute the protocol, then display the results in a selected display format. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130174911 | Liquid Collection Apparatus - A collection funnel apparatus for collecting spent cleaning fluid from a frozen dessert machine includes a collection funnel and a flexible strap attached to the collection funnel. The collection funnel includes a first side member, an opposing second side member, a first end member, an opposing second end member, and a bottom member having an arcuate shape extending from the first end member to the second end member. Also, the bottom member includes a fluid outlet. The first and second side members, the first and second end members, and the bottom member form a collection cavity. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130174912 | ROTATIONALLY-ACTUATED FLAPPER VALVE AND METHOD - A method for actuating a flapper of a valve includes rotating one component of the valve relative to another component of the valve. The rotating causing misaligning if aligned or aligning if misaligned a nonplanar surface on one of the flapper or another component of the valve relative to the other of the flapper or the another component of the valve. Encouraging the flapper to another position pursuant to the rotating. Also included is a method for rotationally actuating a flapper valve. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130180592 | Valve for Use in Chemical Injectors and the Like - A valve having an outer housing defining a central bore with a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet. A check dart assembly, valve seat and piston assembly are retained within the central bore. The valve is moveable between open and closed positions in response to fluid flow into the fluid inlet of the valve. | 07-18-2013 |
| 20130186469 | MULTI-LAYERED TUBING - Tubing comprising an inner layer, an outer layer and a middle layer, wherein the inner and outer layers comprise a polyurethane and the middle layer comprises an ethylene ethyl acrylate copolymer or an ethylene methyl acrylate copolymer or an anhydride grafted ethylene methyl acrylate copolymer, a copolymer of two or more of the acrylate copolymers or a mixture of two or more thereof. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130186470 | METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING A BLOCKAGE OF A DOSING VALVE OF AN SCR CATALYTIC CONVERTER SYSTEM - The invention relates to a method for identifying a blockage of one or more spray openings of a dosing valve of an SCR catalytic converter system. Said method comprises the closure of the dosing valve, the determination of a first pressure profile in the hydraulic system in the delivery module of the SCR catalytic converter system, and the determination of the stiffness of the hydraulic system from the first pressure profile. The dosing valve is subsequently opened, a second pressure profile in the hydraulic system in the delivery module of the SCR catalytic converter system is determined, and a blockage of one or more spray openings of the dosing valve is determined from the stiffness and from the second pressure profile. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130192675 | VARIABLE FLOW RATE ANALOG OUTPUT PNEUMATIC (AOP) TRANSDUCER - A variable flow device includes a body supporting a first orifice and a second orifice, and a drive mechanism. The variable flow device further includes a first valve actuator coupled to the drive mechanism and linearly shiftable between a first open position and a first closed position, the first valve actuator incorporates a first valve stem including a first conical portion sized to symmetrically engage the first orifice when the first valve stem is shifted to the first closed position, and a second valve actuator coupled to the drive mechanism and linearly shiftable between a second open position and a second closed position, the second valve actuator incorporates a second valve stem including a second conical portion sized to symmetrically engage the second orifice when the second valve stem is shifted to the second closed position. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130192676 | Fluid Transport Structure with Melt-processed Fluoropolymer Liner - A fluid transport structure, such as a hose, including a liner that includes a melt-processed fluoropolymer and a reinforcing sleeve received over the liner. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130192677 | HEATING DEVICE FOR VALVE TO PREVENT INTERNAL ACCUMULATION OF CONDENSATE - In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a valve assembly wherein a heating modality such as an induction heater is cooperatively engaged to a prescribed location on a valve housing or body of a valve to effectively maintain the temperature of the valve above the saturation temperature of the related system pressure. Maintaining this temperature differential effectively avoids the accumulation of condensate within the interior of the valve body and/or on other internal structural features thereof. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130192678 | System for determining the flow rate in a fluid - System for determining the flow rate of a fluid and for controlling flow rates. The system provides high resolution with infinite turndown, providing a flow meter which may be used in low flow situations and with fluid additives. The flow rate of an additive fluid is determined in real time with high resolution by providing a novel reciprocating positive-displacement flow meter using magnetically coupled components and a transducer to identify the flow rate of the fluid. A system and method may be incorporated into a flow control system for monitoring the flow rate of a fluid which may be included with an additive delivery system for use with the flowing supply of an additive to be introduced into a flow of untreated fluid in relatively minute quantities. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130199615 | SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING TEMPERATURE OF SUBSEA EQUIPMENT - An underwater assembly includes a flow control device and an actuator coupled to the flow control device, where the actuator is configured to actuate the flow control device. The underwater assembly further includes an insulated housing surrounding the flow control device and the actuator, where the insulated housing is configured to retain heat. The underwater assembly also includes a thermal control system comprising a heat exchanger configured to control a temperature of the actuator. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130199616 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING NATURAL GAS FOR UTILIZATION AS A FUEL - Natural gas is produced when LNG that is contained in an insulated LNG cargo tank(s) of a non-self-propelled LNG carrier (i.e., a barge) evaporates as a result of heat leakage through the walls of the insulated cargo tank(s). The natural gas is transferred from the barge to a tugboat or a towboat that is equipped with natural gas burning engines through a flexible gas transfer assembly so that the tugboat is powered by the natural gas fuel. The pressure in the cargo tank(s) on the barge is, therefore, effectively managed to prevent or substantially reduce the buildup of pressure within the LNG cargo tank(s). The LNG can then be contained within the LNG cargo tank(s) for an appropriate period of time and can be delivered at an appropriate and acceptable equilibrium pressure and temperature. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130199617 | SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR DELIVERING BUILDING MATERIALS - A system and process for mixing and distributing building materials. This system and process can also include a way or a means for calibrating the mixing of these materials. This system and process can also include a system for tracking the materials that flow through the system, and for controlling the type of material used in the system. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130206236 | INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR EMERGENCY CLOSING AND REGULATION OF FLUID STREAM IN FLUID STORAGE AND DISPENSING SYSTEMS DURING EARTHQUAKE - The various embodiments herein disclose a system and a method for regulating a flow of fluid stream in fluid storage and dispensing systems. The system comprising a valve arrangement including a compressed air unit bloated by a connecting air inlet tube, a frame and a valve elevating means to mount the valve arrangement on the frame, several sensors to detect one crisis factor, a communication unit, a data logger and processing unit, a remote management system and several actuators to regulate the operation of the valve arrangement. The valve arrangement shuts down the outflow of fluid stream on receiving a valve shutdown signal from one of the sensors and data processing unit in case of a crisis detection. The data processing unit informs the remote management system to take adequate safety measures through the communication unit. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130206237 | ENERGY AND/OR MATERIAL TRANSPORT INCLUDING PHASE CHANGE - Techniques, systems and material are disclosed for transport of energy and/or materials. In one aspect a method includes generating gaseous fuel (e.g., from biomass dissociation) at a first location of a low elevation. The gaseous fuel can be self transported in a pipeline to a second location at a higher elevation than the first location by traveling from the first location to the second location without adding energy of pressure. A liquid fuel can be generated at the second location of higher elevation by reacting the gaseous fuel with at least one of a carbon donor, a nitrogen donor, and an oxygen donor harvested from industrial waste. The liquid fuel can be delivered to a third location of a lower elevation than the second location while providing pressure or kinetic energy | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130206238 | Valve Assembly and Method of Using Same - A valve and method for use is provided. The valve has a valve body having an outer perimeter and an inner perimeter defining a flow path therethrough. The valve has a closure member within the inner perimeter configured to selectively close and open the flow path. The valve has a valve seat located at least partially within the inner perimeter and configured to engage a portion of the closure member when the closure member is in a closed position. The valve has a stem configured to support the closure member within the flow path wherein a portion of the stem has an actuator offset. The valve has a bearing pedestal configured to support the stem. The valve has a closure member-stem connector configured to rotationally couple the closure member to the stem while allowing the closure member to move relative to the stem along a longitudinal axis of the stem. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130206239 | Valve assembly - The present invention regards a valve assembly ( | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130206240 | VARIABLE-VOLUME INJECTION VALVE - Variable-volume injection valves include a stator and a rotor. The stator has a first port, a second port, and a contact surface with a groove therein. The first port opens into the stator groove. The rotor has a contact surface with a groove therein. The contact surface of the rotor is urged against the contact surface of the stator such that the rotor groove opposes the stator groove with one end of the rotor groove overlapping the stator groove and the opposite end of the rotor groove overlapping the second port of the stator. The overlapping grooves of the rotor and stator provide a fluidic channel between the first and second ports of the stator. The rotor is movable with respect to the stator in order to vary a length of overlap between their overlapping grooves. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130206241 | FLUSHING HYDRANT WITH FAIL-SAFE - A device for flushing a hydrant includes a stem connected to a fluid valve of the hydrant and an actuation system including a biased translational system coupled to the stem, a compressed gas, and a normally-open gas discharge valve. An actuation system for flushing a hydrant includes a fluid, a piston assembly movable by the fluid, a manual bleed valve in communication with the fluid, and a biasing element at least indirectly biasing the piston assembly towards a stop position. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130213479 | HYDROGEN SUPPLY METHOD AND SYSTEM - A method and system for supplying additional hydrogen from a reservoir of stored hydrogen in a salt cavern to a hydrogen pipeline to assist in meeting customer demand for hydrogen is provided. Contaminants introduced while the stored hydrogen stream is in the salt cavern may cause the crude hydrogen stream to not have the required product purity specification. The stored hydrogen is removed from the salt cavern as a crude hydrogen stream and thereafter diluted with higher purity hydrogen formed from the pipeline to form a hydrogen product stream at or below the product purity specification. The hydrogen product can be formed without removal of any of the contaminants in the crude stream, thereby creating a more cost effective and simplified supply process compared to conventional processes employing a salt cavern for hydrogen supply. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130213480 | TESTABLE OVERFILL PREVENTION VALVE - An overfill prevention valve system including an overfill prevention valve having a blocking component. The blocking component is movable between a closed position, wherein the blocking component generally blocks fluid from flowing through the valve, and an open position, wherein the blocking component generally allows fluid to flow through the valve. The valve further including a float operatively coupled to the blocking component. The system additionally has an actuator that is operable to directly or indirectly move the blocking component to at least one of its open or closed positions to thereby enable testing of the overfill prevention valve. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130213481 | SELF-STARTING SUPERSONIC INLET - A dual-compression stage inlet for supersonic applications is developed by defining a first inlet model, defining a second inlet model and blending, with a processor, the first inlet model and the second inlet model to derive a third inlet model, which models the desired dual-compression stage inlet. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130220423 | Responding To Moisture At One Or More Zones Around An Outer Surface Of A Liquid-carrying Pipe - Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for responding to moisture at one or more zones around an outer surface of a liquid-carrying pipe are provided. Embodiments include monitoring, by a moisture correction controller, a plurality of moisture sensors, each moisture sensor configured to detect moisture at a separate zone around the outer surface of the liquid-carrying pipe; based on the monitoring of the plurality of moisture sensors, calculating and tracking, for each zone, a level of moisture detected by a moisture sensor; based on the tracked levels of moisture detected at the zones, selecting, between condensation or a leak from within the liquid-carrying pipe as a source of the moisture detected at the zones around the liquid-carrying pipe; and administering a corrective action based on the selection of the source of the moisture detected at the zones around the liquid-carrying pipe. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130220424 | ROTATING COMPRESSOR VALVE - As described in detail below, the disclosed embodiments include a rotating compressor valve having stationary front and rear plates (e.g., guards) and a rotating plate configured to rotate relative to the stationary front and rear plates. The stationary front and rear plates and the rotating plate all include a plurality of slots which, when aligned, allow a process fluid (e.g., natural gas) to flow through the rotating compressor valve. In certain embodiments, the slots of the rotating plate include an arc radius that is smaller than an arc radius of the slots of the stationary front and rear plates. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130220425 | FLOW SENSING BASED VARIABLE PUMP CONTROL TECHNIQUE IN A HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WITH OPEN CENTER CONTROL VALVES - A hydraulic system has a variable displacement pump that sends fluid from a tank into a supply conduit from which separate open-center control valves convey the fluid to each one of a plurality of hydraulic actuators. The control valves have open-center orifices connected in series between a bypass node and the tank, thereby forming a bypass passage. Pressure at the bypass node controls displacement of the pump. A valve arrangement is connected between an outlet of the pump and the bypass node and is responsive to an amount of fluid flow through the supply conduit to the plurality of hydraulic functions, wherein as the amount of fluid flow increases, the valve arrangement causes fluid flow to the bypass node to decrease. Thus the pressure at the bypass node varies as a function of the operation of the control valves. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130220426 | Method, Apparatus, and System for Controlling the Exhaust of a Vacuum Device - Described is a method, apparatus, and system for controlling the exhaust of a vacuum device including at least two conduits capable of routing air within the vacuum device, at least two baffles, at least two air chambers, and at least two exhaust cavities. The baffles and the air chambers are capable of reducing the turbulence of the routed air. The exhaust cavities are capable of discharging the routed air from the vacuum device as two or more converging air streams thus minimizing any adverse effects on the environment or the operator. The system can further include a diffuser capable of increasing the turbulence of the routed air after the vacuum device discharges the routed air to improve the thermal dissipation of the discharged routed air. The system can further include a mounting device capable of coupling the vacuum device to a vacuum operator for increased portability. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130220427 | SLUG MITIGATION - A method and apparatus for mitigating slug formation in a multiphase fluid stream that is flowing through a conduit wherein the conduit comprises a first portion and a second portion which is upwardly inclined to the first portion and wherein the multiphase fluid stream comprises a gaseous phase and a liquid phase, the method comprising the steps of: (a) determining the pressure in the conduit upstream of a slugging zone; (b) determining the pressure in the conduit downstream of the slugging zone; (c) determining the actual pressure difference across the slugging zone by subtracting the downstream pressure from step (b) from the upstream pressure from step (a); (d) determining the error between a target pressure difference and the actual pressure difference; (e) producing a signal comprising a first component which is proportional to the error and a second component which is proportional to the rate of change of the error over time; and (f) using the signal produced in step (e) to control the position of an adjustable choke valve located downstream of the slugging zone so as to stabilise variations arising in the actual pressure difference over time. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130220428 | FLUID DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND METHODS - A method for operating a fluid drainage control system to drain a fluid from a fluid dispensation system is provided. The method includes determining a first ambient air temperature, determining if the first ambient air temperature is less than a predetermined drain set point temperature, isolating the fluid dispensation system from a fluid supply source by closing a supply valve located inside a temperature controlled area in response to the first ambient air temperature being less than the predetermined drain set point temperature, and draining the fluid from the fluid dispensation system by opening a drain valve subsequent to closing the supply valve. The method further includes determining a second ambient air temperature, determining if the second ambient air temperature is greater than a predetermined operation set point temperature, closing the drain valve in response to the second ambient air temperature being greater than the predetermined operation set point temperature, and opening the supply valve subsequent to closing the drain valve. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130228224 | METHOD FOR COLLECTING DROPLET ATTACHED ON EXTERNAL SURFACE OF NEEDLE INTO CAPILLARY TUBE - In order to provide a method for collecting a droplet attached on an external surface of a needle into a capillary tube, the present invention is a method for collecting a droplet attached on an external surface of a needle into a capillary tube, the method comprising steps of (a) preparing a substrate comprising a capillary tube; a flexible thin film; a liquid-repellent film; and a hole; (b) moving the needle in the Z-direction to move the droplet from the external surface of the needle to the surface of the liquid-repellent film; (c) allowing the droplet to arrive at an inlet of the capillary tube by moving the needle more in the Z-direction, so as to suck the droplet into the capillary tube by a capillary phenomenon. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130228225 | SEQUENTIAL CASCADING OF REACTION VOLUMES AS A CHEMICAL REUSE STRATEGY - A substrate processing system includes one or more processing chambers defining N reaction volumes. N-1 first valves are arranged between the N reaction volumes. A controller communicates with the N-1 first valves and is configured to pressurize a first one of the N reaction volumes with precursor gas to a first target pressure, wait a first predetermined soak period, evacuate a second one of the N reaction volumes to a second target pressure that is lower than the first target pressure, and open one of the N-1 first valves between the first one of the N reaction volumes and a second one of the N reaction volumes. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130228226 | TOUCH-FREE AUTOMATIC FAUCET - A system and method of Touch Free Automatic faucet controlled by electronic sensors provides a Primary-Water-Flow-Mode, a Continue-Water-Flow-Mode, a Temperature-Control-Mode, a Faucet-Pause-Mode, an Adjust-Water-Flow-Mode and a Flow-Temperature-Default-Setting-Mode for users to control faucet water flow and water temperature without touching any parts of faucet body. The system comprises at least three electronic sensors, a logical processor circuit board, an electricity power supply package, a water flow control valve assembly, a temperature control valve assembly, at least one faucet body housing and at least one inlet fluid line. From the outputs of the sensors, the logical processor responds to the flow control valve assembly and to the temperature control valve assembly to control water flow and temperature to the faucet spout. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130233387 | AUTOMATIC SENSOR CONTROL PANEL - A method for regulating water output from a faucet is presented. The method includes receiving an input at a plurality of sensors, transmitting a signal to a control unit in response to receiving the input, controlling, via the control unit, at least a temperature or volume of water in response to the signal received at the plurality of sensors, outputting the water via a water output device, and outputting, via a display module, a visual indicator for at least the temperature or the volume. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130233388 | Modular compressed natural gas system - A compression system is disposed in a container and shipped to a location having a supply of natural gas. The compression system connects to the natural gas supply, compresses gas from the supply, and provides compressed gas to a consumer. The container, which can be a standardized ISO shipping container, is fitted with removable vents at designated locations. Strategic positioning of compression system components in combination with the removable vents allows for ready access to the compression system for repair and maintenance. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130233389 | HYDRAULIC ACTUATORS - Hydraulic valve apparatuses employing the use of multiple pistons for opening and closing gate valves are disclosed. Additionally, hydraulic valve apparatuses with a low profile and without a top shaft are disclosed. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130233390 | Collecting Tank, System Comprising Collecting Tank and Multi-Phase Pumps, and Method for Separating and Dividing Up a Multi-Phase Mixture - The invention relates to a collecting tank for multi-phase mixtures from a hydrocarbon source, having at least one inlet ( | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130233391 | Secured System and Method for Removal of Oil from an Oil Battery - A method of providing access to an oil battery having a valve with a valve handle for permitting oil to flow through a pipe for conveyance to a secondary storage vessel. The method includes the following steps: providing a lock inhibiting the movement of said valve handle; providing a identifier identifying which valve is desired access; providing an operator identification identifying an entity seeking access to said valve; determining if said entity seeking access to said valve is authorized to have access; and unlocking said lock enabling said valve to be opened if it is determined that said entity seeking access to said valve is authorized to have access. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130233392 | METHOD AND ARRANGEMENT FOR PROVIDING LNG FUEL FOR SHIPS - An arrangement for providing liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel for propulsion of a ship ( | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130240040 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A REAGENT METERING VALVE AND APPARATUS FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD - A method is proposed for operating a metering valve which is realized as a solenoid valve which is actuated by an electromagnet that interacts with an armature which is connected fixedly to a valve needle and, furthermore, is loaded with a pulse-width modulated metering signal which defines the metering of a reagent which is to be introduced into the exhaust-gas region of an internal combustion engine or of a preliminary stage of a reagent, as is an apparatus for carrying out the method. The opening duration of the metering valve is limited to a minimum opening duration, for which the metering valve is opened completely and which is fixed in such a way that a spray mist is always produced during the metering. The procedure according to this invention prevents the reagent from crystallizing and, as a result, firstly ensures exact metering of the reagent and secondly counteracts clogging of the metering valve, in particular if a urea/water solution is provided as preliminary stage of the reagent. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130240041 | USE OF MULTI-LAYERED STRUCTURE FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF GAS CONDUCTS, NAMELY FOR METHANE - The present invention relates to the use of a multi-layered structure for the manufacture of gas conducts, namely for methane, The multi-layered structure comprises, from the inside to the outside, the following successive layers: a layer containing at least one polyamide, wherein the polyamide is chosen from PA11, PA12 and an aliphatic polyamide obtained from condensation reaction of an aliphatic diamine having 6 to 18 carbon atoms and an aliphatic diacid having 9 to 18 carbon atoms; optionally, a binding 2 layer; and a layer 3 chosen from an EVOH layer, a layer formed of a mixture of polyamide and a polyolefin with a polyamide matrix, a layer of PA6,Pa6-6, MXD.6 or MXD.10 and a layer of semi-aromatic copolyamide, the layer 3 being intended to be in contact with the transported gas, | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130240042 | Device for Performing a Chemical Transformation in Fluidic Media - A device is provided for performing chemical transformation in a fluid, with a flow distributor having at least one fluid medium inlet, at least one fluid medium outlet, and at least one confinement wherein the chemical transformation is performed; and a means for rotating, rocking, wagging, or oscillating the device. At least one confinement may be equipped with a provision for providing heat, cooling, sound, light or other types of radiation, such provision being contacted to an external source through an actuator shaft. The flow distributor may be provided with sectors connected with the centrally located fluid medium inlet and a designated peripheral, fluid medium outlet. The means for rotating, rocking, wagging, or oscillating the device may be an element producing magnetic fields or a shall mechanically connected to an external actuating device. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130240043 | Variable Speed Compressor Protection System And Method - A system and method for a compressor includes a compressor connected to a condenser, a discharge line temperature sensor that outputs a discharge line temperature signal corresponding to a discharge line temperature of refrigerant leaving the compressor, and a control module connected to the discharge line temperature sensor. The control module determines a saturated condenser temperature, calculates a discharge superheat temperature based on the saturated condenser temperature and the discharge line temperature, and monitors a flood back condition of the compressor by comparing the discharge superheat temperature with a predetermined threshold. The control module increases a speed of the compressor or decreases an opening of an expansion valve associated with the compressor when the discharge superheat temperature is less than or equal to the predetermined threshold. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130247995 | Systems and Methods for a Control Valve - Embodiments of the invention relate to systems, methods, and apparatuses for a control valve. In one embodiment, a valve can be provided. The valve can include a flow restrictor portion operable to generate a pressure drop in a fluid flow by viscous dissipation; a throttle portion operable to change a flow rate of the fluid; and a guard portion operable to separate the flow restrictor portion from the throttle portion. | 09-26-2013 |
| 20130247996 | FLEXIBLE SUBMARINE PIPE COMPRISING A LAYER COMPRISING A POLYMER RESIN COMPRISING ALUMINOSILICATE OR MAGNESIUM SILICATE NANOTUBES - The present disclosure relates to a flexible submarine pipe comprising a plurality of layers, at least one layer of which comprises a polymer resin comprising at least one alumino-silicate or magnesium silicate nanotube chemically bonded to the polymer by a covalent bond, the method for preparing same and the use thereof for the transport of fluids, especially hydrocarbons. | 09-26-2013 |
| 20130255781 | SHARED GAS PANELS IN PLASMA PROCESSING SYSTEMS - Methods and apparatus for shared gas panel for supplying a process gas to a plurality of process modules are disclosed. The shared gas panel includes a plurality of mixing valves and at least two mixing manifolds for a given mixing valve to service at least two process modules. The mixing manifolds are disposed on a given plane and staggered to save space. Components of the shared gas panel are also stacked vertically in order to reduce volume of the shared gas panel enclosure. Components are optimized such that the two mixing manifolds coupled to the given mixing valve receive equal mass flow to eliminate matching issues. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255782 | SHARED GAS PANELS IN PLASMA PROCESSING CHAMBERS EMPLOYING MULTI-ZONE GAS FEEDS - Apparatus and methods for sharing a gas panel among a plurality of multi-zone gas feed chambers of a plasma processing chamber. Each multi-zone gas feed chamber is provided with its own multi-zone gas feed device to adjustably split the incoming gas flow into each chamber and provide the different gas flows to different zones of the multi-zone gas feed chamber. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255783 | Soil Moisture Sensor - In one embodiment, the present invention is directed to a soil moisture sensor for interrupting an irrigation schedule of an irrigation controller. The moisture sensor comprises a relatively flat body with two lower electrodes and two lower anchoring barbs. A receiver receives moisture readings from the sensor and compares moisture data to a predetermined moisture interrupt value or limit, over which irrigation is interrupted. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255784 | GAS DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Gas delivery systems and methods of use thereof is provided herein. In some embodiments, a gas delivery system may include a first gas supply to provide a first gas along a first flow path; a flow divider disposed in the first flow path to divide the first flow path into a plurality of second flow paths leading to a plurality of corresponding gas delivery zones; and a plurality of second gas supplies respectively coupled to corresponding ones of the second flow paths to independently provide a second gas to respective ones of the plurality of second flow paths. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255785 | PIPES AND CONNECTORS MADE OF POLYBIPHENYL ETHER SULFONE POLYMERS FOR CONVEYING GASES - The invention relates to the use of a thermoplastic molding composition which comprises at least one polybiphenyl ether sulfone polymer, to produce moldings for conveying gas. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255786 | FLOW CONTROL VALVE - A flow control valve includes a light emitting section for emitting light; a light receiving section disposed so as to face the light emitting section, for detecting the amount of light received from the light emitting section; and a valve element for opening and closing a passage, wherein the valve element or a light blocking section secured to the valve element moves in a transverse direction between the light emitting section and the light receiving section as the passage is opened or closed, an amount of light received by the light receiving section from the light emitting section varies in accordance with the position of the valve element, and a position of the valve element is detected based on the amount of light received by the light receiving section. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130255787 | Compressed Air Supply Installation and Pneumatic System - The invention relates to a compressed air supply installation ( | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130263926 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FLUID CONVEYING AND/OR HEATING - Systems and methods of fluid conveyance and/or heating are provided. A system according to the present invention provides improved selected localized or distributed fluid heating, master/slave dual pump control, hose construction, and/or a combination thereof. Another system according to the present invention provides a portable plural fluid heating apparatus, which may be located closer to a fluid application point than a fluid source, thereby minimizing the distance required to be traveled by fluid after heating. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130263927 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR AMMONIA STORAGE AND DELIVERY USING IN-SITU RE-SATURATION OF A DELIVERY UNIT - Disclosed is a method for storing and delivering ammonia, wherein a first ammonia adsorbing/absorbing material having a higher vapor pressure at a given temperature than a second ammonia adsorbing/absorbing material is used as an ammonia source for said second ammonia adsorbing/absorbing material when said second adsorbing/absorbing material is depleted of ammonia by consumption, and a device for performing the method. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130269784 | Pneumatic Actuator with Container Installation Detection - There is disclosed a mechanism for detecting that a valve coupled to a pressurized container is fully installed into a nose piece of a pneumatic actuator coupled to a fire suppression system. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130269785 | INDIRECT-INJECTION METHOD FOR MANAGING THE SUPPLY OF CRYOGENIC LIQUID TO A TRUCK FOR TRANSPORTING HEAT-SENSITIVE PRODUCTS - The invention relates to a method for managing the supply of cryogenic liquid to a truck for transporting heat-sensitive materials, said truck implementing a method using said cryogenic liquid to transfer negative calories to the materials. Said method is a so-called indirect-injection method in which the liquid is fed into a heat-exchanger system located inside the truck, where said liquid evaporates. The transfer of cold to the materials is achieved by means of an exchange between the atmosphere surrounding the materials and the cold walls of the heat-exchanger system, characterized in that the heat-exchanger system is supplied with cryogenic liquid by implementing the following measures: an upstream two-position valve, generally closed, is placed upstream from the heat-exchanger system; a proportional analog valve, generally open, is placed downstream from the heat-exchanger system; and a downstream two-position valve, generally open, is placed downstream from the analog valve. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130276889 | METHODS FOR RESTRICTING BACKFLOW OF SOLIDS IN A PUMP ASSEMBLY - A pump assembly includes a rotating component and a stationary component coupled to the rotating component such that the stationary component substantially circumscribes at least a portion of the rotating component. A high pressure outlet extends at least partially through the rotating and stationary components. An inlet is positioned a predefined distance from the high pressure outlet. The inlet extends at least partially through the rotating and stationary components. A solid fuel flow is channeled from the inlet to the outlet as the rotating component rotates. A flow control member is coupled to the rotating and stationary components in a first predefined position. The flow control member is selectively moveable from the first predefined position to a second predefined position to form a seal within the pump assembly such that the solid fuel flow and a fluid flow are substantially restricted from being channeled back into the inlet. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276890 | Method And Device For Controlled Laminar Flow Patterning Within A Channel - A device and method of laminar flow patterning of at least one sample fluid in a main channel in a microfluidic device are provided. A first input channel is provided in the microfluidic device. The first input channel has an output end communicating with the first end of the main channel and an input end communicating with a first input port. A buffer fluid is deposited in the main channel and the first input channel and a first sample fluid is deposited in the first input port. A first pressure is generated in response to the depositing of the first sample fluid in the first input port so as to cause laminar flow of the first sample fluid in the main channel. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276891 | COOLING FLOW ACCELERATOR - An air flow accelerator for creating an air current. The air flow accelerator comprises an air inlet, an air outlet, an impeller, and a motor for rotating the impeller to create an air flow passing from the air inlet to the air outlet. The air outlet comprises a first elongate plenum having an interior passage for receiving the air flow, and a second elongate plenum connected to the first elongate plenum by a common wall between the first elongate plenum and the second elongate plenum. The common wall has a plurality of apertures therein. The second elongate plenum comprises a plurality of chambers such that one or more of the apertures connects to each of the chambers. The second elongate plenum further comprises a narrow slot for emitting the air flow. The air flow emitting from the slot forms a jet inducing a flow of air from outside the air flow accelerator. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276892 | PNEUMATIC BUTTERFLY VALVE - A butterfly valve includes a duct defining a flow pathway and a valve disc rotably disposed in the flow pathway. A pneumatic actuator includes an intermediate chamber housing an actuator piston and is operably connected to the valve disc to drive rotation of the valve disc. A downstream bleed conduit extends from the flow pathway downstream of the valve disc to the intermediate chamber to pressurize the intermediate chamber thereby reducing a rate of movement of the valve disc in the flow pathway. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276893 | Electromagnetic Flow Controller - Systems, methods and apparatus for providing an electromagnetic flow controller. In one embodiment, an electromagnetic flow controller can have two substrates, a permanent magnet, and two electrical traces. One of the substrates may deflect away from the other substrate upon applying an electrical signal to at least one of the two electrical traces. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276894 | SEALS - An apparatus is provided. The apparatus comprises a housing, a body defining a first chamber and an elongate actuator member mounted for reciprocal movement, at least a part of the actuator member being enclosed by the housing. The apparatus further comprises a seal compartment between the first chamber and a compartment of the housing, the actuator member extending from the housing to the first chamber through the seal compartment. The seal compartment comprises a fluid filled seal chamber enclosing at least a portion of the actuator member and located within the housing, wherein a volume comprising a volume between the fluid filled seal chamber and the actuator member remains substantially constant during movement of the actuator member. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276895 | System and Method for Making Multilayer Films and a Layer Multiplication Device - A layer multiplication device may include a housing and at least one layer multiplication insert positioned inside the housing. The housing may have an inlet configured to receive a flow stream, an outlet configured to discharge the flow stream, and a flow cavity extending between the inlet and the outlet. In operation, the layer multiplication insert may divide an incoming flow stream so as to multiply the flow stream into at least a first flow stream and a second flow stream. In some examples, the inlet provides an inlet flow volume equal to a cross-sectional area of the housing at the inlet multiplied by a length of the flow cavity, the flow cavity defines a cavity flow volume, and the cavity flow volume is equal to or greater than the inlet flow volume. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276896 | MICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (MEMS) AND CORRESPONDING MANUFACTURING PROCESS - An embodiment of a micro-electro-mechanical system of the MEMS type comprising at least one micro-electro-mechanical device of the MEMS type and one junction with a duct suitable to being associated with an external apparatus. Said junction being a printed circuit board PCB comprising at least two layers with juxtaposed faces, a channel being present in at least one face of at least one of said at least two layers suitable for realizing the duct with the juxtaposition of the other face of at least another one of at least two layers. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276897 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AN ACTUATOR OR VALVE - A method for regulating an actuator or valve, wherein to execute a regulating function of the actuator or a valve function of the valve an actuating pulse is used, which is fed to the actuator or valve, characterized in that between at least two consecutive actuating pulses at least one additional pulse or a stochastic signal is fed to the actuator or valve. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276898 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SUPPLY OF A DIALYSIS UNIT WITH DIALYSIS FLUID - A method and a device for supply of a dialyser in a dialysis unit with dialysis fluid is disclosed. At least one dialysis fluid concentrate is mixed with water to produce the dialysis fluid. The dialysis fluid concentrate is prepared in a reservoir unit in a given amount. A control and arithmetic unit calculates the dialysis fluid rate (Qd) such that, after a given treatment time (T | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130276899 | Compressed Air Supply Installation, Pneumatic System and Method for Operating a Pneumatic Installation - The invention relates to a compressed air supply installation ( | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130284271 | ACOUSTOPHORETIC MULTI-COMPONENT SEPARATION TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM - A system having improved trapping force for acoustophoresis is described where the trapping force is improved by manipulation of the frequency of the ultrasonic transducer. The transducer includes a ceramic crystal. The crystal may be directly exposed to fluid flow. The crystal may be air backed, resulting in a higher Q factor. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130284272 | Eliminating Turbulence in Wall Bounded Flows - For eliminating turbulence in a wall bounded flow a section of the flow-bounding wall is moved in the direction of the flow over the flow-bounding wall. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130291945 | CONTINUOUS PURGE SYSTEM FOR A STEAM TURBINE - The present application provides a continuous purge system for use with a stream turbine. The continuous purge system may include a one or more pressure sensors positioned about the steam turbine, one or more pressure lines in communication with the one or more pressure sensors, and a critical flow nozzle system. The critical flow nozzle system may include one or more critical flow nozzles in communication with the one or more pressure lines. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130291946 | VALVE WITH ACTUATOR - The current invention relates generally to valves and actuators. This invention further relates to valves where the phenomenon known as “slamming” is completely mitigated and/or eliminated through self-damped valve assemblies. Additionally, this invention relates to valves having an actuator assembly capable of self-damping. Further, this invention also relates to valves that are capable of being externally adjusted without disassembling or removing any of the valve structure. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130291947 | APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR STANDARDIZING HAND CARE - An apparatus, method and system for providing and dispensing various hand care alternatives from a common point of dispension, such as a faucet, for standardizing the hand care, washing, sanitizing, and drying process is disclosed. Included is a liquid flow path having an inlet in fluid communication with a liquid source and an outlet in fluid communication with a user reception point. A secondary flow path has an inlet in communication with one or more hand care alternatives and an outlet in communication with the user reception point. A user-perceivable output provides notification of the hand care operation being provided at the user reception point. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130291948 | HEAD LOSS REDUCING DEVICE FOR A SWIMMING POOL WATER HEATER, HEAT PUMP, OR OTHER HEATING PRODUCT FOR POOLS OR SPAS - Techniques for reducing head loss in certain water-recirculation or other systems are detailed. A motorized diverter valve may be used to divert water away from a heat exchanger when the exchanger is not in use, for example. Instead, the diverted water may flow through a lower-loss system to the next downstream component of the system. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130291949 | GAS LOCK, AND COATING APPARATUS COMPRISING A GAS LOCK - The present invention relates to a gas lock for separating two gas chambers, which while taking up minimal space makes it possible to achieve the separation of gases without contact with the product/educt/transporting system. The gas lock according to the invention is distinguished in that at least one means for manipulation of the flow is present in a flow passage of the gas lock. Also, the present invention relates to a coating device which comprises a gas lock according to the invention. Also provided are possibilities for using the gas lock according to the invention. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130291950 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONVEYING STATUS INFORMATION REGARDING AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET - An electronic faucet has a controller configured to selectively open and close a valve to provide fluid flow through the valve and a passageway of the faucet. The controller is programmed to selectively open and close the valve to generate a fluid flow pattern through the passageway to provide an indication to a user of a condition of the electronic faucet. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130298994 | FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of controlling a fluid delivery machine configured to deliver fluid on a worksite is disclosed. In the method, operation of a power source of the fluid delivery machine is controlled with a control module. Fluid delivery on the worksite is also controlled by the control module. | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130298995 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REDUCING REFRIGERANT LOSS DURING AIR PURGE - A method of purging air from a tank includes opening, with a controller, a purging orifice on the tank to release a gas mixture contained within the tank, operating a timer to track multiple time intervals during which the purging orifice is open, each time interval having a beginning time and an ending time, determining an initial value of a system variable at each beginning time and a subsequent value of the system variable at each ending time, deriving a characteristic value of the gas mixture based on a change in the system variable from the initial value to the subsequent value measured over each time interval, and closing, with the controller, the purging orifice if a rate of change of the characteristic value over sequential time intervals is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold rate of change value. | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130298996 | INJECTOR GRID WITH TWO STAGE MIXER - An injector mixer arrangement ( | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130298997 | Sanitary Hydrant - A freeze resistant sanitary hydrant is provided that employs a reservoir for storage of fluid under the frost line or in an area not prone to freezing. To evacuate this reservoir, a means for altering pressure is provided that is able to function in hydrant systems that employ a vacuum breaker. | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130298998 | Water Distribution System With Dual Use Water Treatment Unit - A water distribution system having a dual use water treatment unit. The same water treatment unit can be used to treat water supplied from a fill port to a storage tank during a fill operation, as well as water leaving the storage tank for supply to one or more points of water use during a supply operation. When a diverter valve is in a fill position, water supplied to the fill port can flow through the diverter valve and to the water treatment unit for treatment then to the storage tank for storage. When the diverter valve is in a supply position, the water from the storage tank can be delivered using means for pressurizing water to the same treatment unit for treatment, then through the diverter valve and to a point of water use device. | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130306152 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR WATER ENHANCEMENTS - A delivery system for water enhancements according to various aspects of the present invention is configured to provide a controlled amount of a water enhancement to a water supply. In one embodiment, the delivery system comprises an enhancing device that operates under pressure to provide a controlled rate of diffusion of an enhancing element into the water supply to form an enhanced water supply for use or consumption. The delivery system may also be configured to buffer the enhanced water supply prior to use or consumption. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130306153 | TUBING TRAY AND METHOD FOR USING SAME FOR COLLECTING FLUIDS DRAINING FROM DRILL PIPE - A tubing tray is provided for use with a pipe mat tray for receiving, organizing and storing drill pipe tripped out of a drill string on a drilling rig, the tubing tray having a planar bottom member, an orthogonal sidewall extending upwardly from the perimeter of the bottom member to form a basin for receiving the pipe mat, a chamfered sidewall extending upwardly and outwardly from the sidewall to provide clearance for a tool joint on a drill pipe placed on the pipe mat, and a handle extending around a top edge of the chamfered sidewall, the handle having a downwardly extending lip forming a finder hold thereunder. The tray can further include spikes extending downwardly from a lower surface of the bottom member, and a slot disposed through opposing lips of the handle allowing two or more tubing trays to be fastened together in a side by side configuration. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130306154 | Process to Create a Collision Between a Stream of Gas and Particles and a Target - A process to create a collision in controlled conditions between a stream of gas and particles and a target includes the generation of a stream of gas and particles, of given composition, in the form of a unidirectional beam, using a supersonic burner comprising a combustion chamber and a gas gun, the combustion chamber being fed with a set of fluids comprising a set of gases comprising an oxidizer, and a specific liquid fuel. The generation of a collision between the beam and the target includes the adjustment of the fuel flow, the flow of each gas and the adjustment of the distance between the burner and the target, so as to obtain at the impact point the desired values of the following parameters: (i) the gas temperature or the temperature of the target, and (ii) the gas speed. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130306155 | Method of using a disposable pipette tip - The pipetting method is directed to mounting and ejecting a disposable pipette tip. The pipetting system has one or more tip mounting shafts with an upper locking section and a lower sealing section. The upper locking section has outwardly extending lobes spaced around the mounting shaft and located above a stop member. The lower sealing section on the tip mounting shaft is located below the stop. As the mounting shaft is inserted into the collar of the disposable pipette, the collar distorts out of round and engages the lobes on the upper locking section of the tip mounting shaft. Contemporaneously, the lower sealing section of the mounting shaft seals against the barrel of the disposable pipette tip. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130306156 | APPARATUS HAVING AN EXHAUST GAS TREATMENT DEVICE WITH AN INJECTOR FOR SUPPLYING A FLUID, MOTOR VEHICLE HAVING THE APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OPERATING THE MOTOR VEHICLE - An apparatus includes an exhaust gas treatment device for purifying exhaust gases of an internal combustion engine. The exhaust gas treatment device includes at least one injector for supplying a fluid to the exhaust gas treatment device and at least one fan permitting ambient air to be actively delivered to the injector on demand, in order to cool the injector. A motor vehicle having the apparatus and a method for operating the motor vehicle are also provided. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130306157 | GAS PURGE VALVE WITH ACTUATION SENSOR - A gas purge valve ( | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130312832 | VALVE WITH CONTOURED BORE TO DEFLECT PARTICLES - A valve having a flow control assembly with a bore having particle-deflecting features is provided. In one embodiment, the bore of a flow control assembly of a valve includes a contour shaped to deflect particles in a fluid stream through the valve toward the center of the fluid stream and away from a sealing surface of the flow control assembly. The bore may also, in some embodiments, create a Venturi effect that cleans sealing surfaces by drawing particles away from the sealing surfaces. Additional valve systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130312833 | GAS LIFT VALVE WITH BALL-ORIFICE CLOSING MECHANISM AND FULLY COMPRESSIBLE DUAL EDGE-WELDED BELLOWS - A valve for performing gas lift operations is provided that incorporates two edge-welded bellows and a ball-orifice closing mechanism. The gas lift valve incorporates features enabling enhanced compression of one of the bellows, beyond an initial closure point of the valve. For example, a stem with the sealing ball is divided into two components, wherein one of the stem components is configured to continue moving in relation to the other stem component with the ball, which is fixed in position when the ball seals the orifice and initially closes the valve. This continued movement allows one of the bellows to be fully compressed in the ultimately closed valve position, thereby protecting the bellows from high pressures and potential failure that could occur to bellows in a partially compressed state. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130319531 | CHILLED CLATHRATE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM - Described embodiments include a system and a method. A described system includes a pipeline system. The pipeline system includes a transportation conduit containing a natural gas hydrate flowing from a first geographic location to a second geographic location. The pipeline system includes a cooling conduit running parallel to the transportation conduit, and having a heat-transfer surface thermally coupled with the flowing natural gas hydrate. The cooling conduit contains a heat-transfer fluid flowing between the first geographic location and the second geographic location. The flowing heat-transfer fluid has a target temperature range predicted to maintain a selected stability of the flowing natural gas hydrate. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130319532 | FLUID RECOVERY IN CHILLED CLATHRATE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS - Described embodiments include a system and a method. A described system includes a pipeline system that transports flowable natural gas hydrate slurries. The pipeline system including a transportation conduit configured to contain natural gas hydrate slurry flowing from a first geographic location to a second geographic location. The natural gas hydrate slurry includes a natural gas hydrate and a liquid. A removal system is configured to withdraw a portion of the liquid from the flowing natural gas hydrate slurry. The pipeline system includes a cooling system configured to cool the withdrawn liquid to a target temperature range predicted to provide a selected stability of the natural gas slurry during transit of the natural gas slurry over at least a portion of the distance from the first geographic location to the second geographic location. A mixing system is configured to reintroduce the cooled withdrawn liquid into the flowing natural gas slurry. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130319533 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LIFTING OF A MASS OF WATER - A method and an apparatus for lifting a mass of water with a container from a larger body of water, in which method the container having at least one open opening is first located below the surface level of the larger body of water and the container is full of water, wherein the container is raised partially above the surface level of the water by elements attached to the container, and that the at least one open opening of the container is located below the surface level of the larger body of water during and after raising of the container thus lifting the mass of water located inside the raised portion of container above the surface level of the larger body of water. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130319534 | FLOW PASSAGE DEVICE AND METHOD OF TRANSPORTING LIQUID USING THE SAME - A flow passage device is provided, with which a liquid is easily introduced and introduction of air bubbles into a flow passage along with a liquid when the liquid is introduced into the flow passage can be decreased. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130327402 | COMBUSTOR WITH INTEGRATED CONTROL VALVE SYSTEM - The present application provides an integrated fuel control valve system for use with a number of fuel manifolds of a combustor. The integrated fuel control valve system may include a main drive system, a number of slave drive valves in communication with the fuel manifolds, and a number of reverse gear mechanisms. Each of the reverse gear mechanisms may be in communication with the main drive system and one of the slave drive valves so as to regulate one of the slave drive valves. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130327403 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO CONTROL AND/OR MONITOR A PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR - Methods and apparatus to monitor and/or control a pneumatic actuator are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a processor to execute a control application, a position sensor to monitor a position of a valve coupled to a pneumatic actuator, the position sensor to provide position information of the valve to the control application, and a latching valve to provide a pneumatic signal to the actuator, the latching valve and the pneumatic signal to be controlled by the control application based on at least one of the position information or a control signal from a separate device in a process control system. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130327404 | METHOD FOR EFFICIENTLY DELIVERING LIQUID ARGON TO A FURNACE - A method of improving the efficiency in delivery of a cryogenic liquid ( | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130327405 | CHOPPER PUMP WITH MIXING NOZZLES FOR A SEWAGE WET-WELL - Systems and methods for conditioning sewage having entrained solids which clog sewage pumps, are disclosed. Systems include a sewage pump, a chopper pump, and a mixing nozzle connected to the chopper pump. Specifically, the sewage pump is a non-clog centrifugal pump having an inlet for drawing fluid into the pump and an outlet for discharging the fluid into a pipe, while the chopper pump has an inlet for drawing fluid into the pump and an outlet for discharging the fluid into the wet-well. The chopper pump may be positioned either in or adjacent to the wet-well. The mixing nozzle fluidly coupled to the chopper pump discharge, is positioned in the wet-well. Methods include the steps of positioning a chopper pump within the wet-well, drawing in liquid sewage, including the entrained solids, reducing the size of entrained solids, and discharging the sewage and reduced size solids into the wet-well. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130327406 | Suction Coupling - The invention relates to a suction device ( | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130327407 | Metering Arrangement and Method for Operating a Metering Arrangement - A method and arrangement for controlling heating and thawing of a metering arrangement with a metering device for the feeding of a reducing agent solution for the exhaust gas after treatment in an exhaust system. The metering device is connected with a supply container for the reducing agent solution via at least one pipe. At least one heating device is provided for the heating of at least one component of the metering arrangement. At least one first component of the metering arrangement is assigned a first heating device, which can be operated separately from a second heating device provided for the heating of at least a second component of the metering arrangement. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130333760 | WASTE WATER VESSELS WITH MULTIPLE VALVED CHAMBERS, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - The present disclosure is directed generally to waste water vessels with multiple valved chambers, and associated systems and methods. A method in accordance with a particular embodiment includes drawing waste water into a first chamber under vacuum while the first chamber and a second chamber have at least approximately the same internal pressure. The method further includes allowing the waste water to pass from the first chamber to the second chamber while the first chamber and a second chamber have at least approximately the same internal pressure, releasably sealing the first chamber from fluid communication with the second chamber, and simultaneously adding waste water to the first chamber and removing wastewater from the second chamber while the first chamber is sealed from fluid communication with the second chamber. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130333761 | MULTILAYER MICROFLUIDIC PROBE HEAD WITH IMMERSION CHANNELS AND FABRICATION THEREOF - The invention is directed to a microfluidic probe head ( | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130333762 | Droplet Actuators that Include Molecular Barrier Coatings - Droplet actuators that include molecular barrier coatings are provided. The molecular barrier coating may be provided atop the conductive layer of the top substrate, atop the droplet operations electrodes of the bottom substrate, or both. Where the conductive layer of the top substrate and/or the droplet operations electrodes of the bottom substrate are formed of an electrically conductive organic polymer, such as poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS), the molecular barrier coating helps to immobilize the contents of the PEDOT:PSS layer. Further, the molecular barrier coating reduces, preferably entirely eliminates, moisture from seeping into the electrically conducting organic polymer. Methods of conducting droplet operations using the disclosed droplet actuators are also provided. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130333763 | ACCESS SYSTEM FOR A PRESSURE CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT - An access system for a pressure controlled environment is disclosed and described. The system can include a pressurized region having a first fluid. The pressurized region can be defined, at least partially, by a barrier separating the pressurized region from a lower pressure region. The system can also include a trap fluidly coupling the pressurized region and the lower pressure region through at least a portion of the barrier. The trap can have a second fluid forming a seal to prevent the first fluid from escaping the pressurized region. Additionally, the system can include at least one cable extending through the trap and the barrier into the pressurized region. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130333764 | SHOWER FLOW MONITOR AND DISPLAY - A shower flow monitoring and display apparatus that is adapted to be installed inline between a shower arm and head. The apparatus provides different forms of feedback to the user to encourage water conservation. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130340831 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTELY DISINFECTING PLUMBING FIXTURES - A system for remotely disinfecting plumbing fixtures includes a controller provided at a first location remote from a plumbing fixture and configured to control a heater provided within the plumbing fixture. The controller is further configured to activate the heater to heat at least a portion of the plumbing fixture to an elevated temperature. | 12-26-2013 |
| 20140000717 | ENGINE WASH APPARATUS AND METHOD | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140000718 | VISUAL TEMPERATURE SENSITIVE FEEDBACK FOR CHEMICAL PRODUCT DISPENSING | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140000719 | REDUCTANT REFILL AND PURGING SYSTEM | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140000720 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF DELIVERING A FLUID USING A NON-MECHANICAL EDUCTOR PUMP AND LOCK HOPPER | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140000721 | TURBOMACHINE FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140000722 | Tubing and Method for Manufacture | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140007942 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING EXCAVATING OPERATION CHARACTERISTIC AND GRADING OPERATION CHARACTERISTIC OF EXCAVATOR - A method for improving excavating operation characteristic and grading operation characteristic of an excavator is disclosed. A hydraulically controlled selector valve is added in a boom confluence control circuit of a hydraulic excavator, and a solenoid valve group is added in the boom confluence control circuit and the bucket/stick confluence control circuit. A controller sends a control signal to switch the solenoid valve group between a disconnected mode and a connected mode. The controller may send out a signal to disconnect the solenoid valve group, to restore a valve spool to a middle position, to restore a boom lifting confluence circuit, and to disconnect a bucket/stick swinging confluence circuit to perform a standard excavation mode. The controller may send out a signal to connect the solenoid valve group to disconnect a boom lifting confluence circuit and to increase a bucket/stick swinging confluence circuit to achieve a grading operation mode. | 01-09-2014 |
| 20140007943 | FUEL TANK PARTITION AND METHOD OF USE - Embodiments of the present disclosure may include a partition for a fuel tank. The partition may include a sheet of material extending laterally within an interior mid-region of the fuel tank. The sheet may have a length and a width that are at least substantially equal to a length and a width of the mid-region of the fuel tank, and the sheet may be shaped to conform to an interior perimeter of the mid-region of the fuel tank. The partition may also be configured to substantially divide the fuel tank into an upper interior region located above the partition and a lower interior region located below the partition. | 01-09-2014 |
| 20140007944 | Compressor intake muffler and filter - A compressor assembly having a high velocity muffler system which produces a particle-free compressor pump feed while reducing noise output from the compressor assembly during compressing operations. The high velocity muffler system is maintenance-free and comprises an inertia filter. The compressor assembly uses a method for producing a compressor pump feed and reducing noise during compressing operations by processing a gas through the high velocity muffler system which has an inertia filter and a muffler chamber to produce a compressor pump feed which can be compressed by a pump assembly. | 01-09-2014 |
| 20140014184 | Effluent Management, Waste Dilution, Effluent Pre-Dilution, Acid Waste Handling - Multiple waste streams, including incompatible chemicals such as concentrated acids and/or strong base effluents, are handled together without the need for limiting or interrupting the processes run by the wafer processing tools. In some embodiments, waste tanks are primed with diluents, such as water, and a predetermined percentage of diluent is maintained in the waste tanks. In some embodiments, a diluent is flowed into the waste tanks concurrently with the waste pumping to generate a rinsing action for the waste tanks. Methods of the present disclosure accommodate both gravity type and vacuum type waste tanks. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140014185 | IN-LINE MILL ASSEMBLY WITH SPREADER RING - The system and method requiring a diverter plate for an in-line mill. The plate for use with the in-line mill includes an aperture for passage of particulate laden fluid therethrough and a plurality of tabs such that the fluid and the particulate entrained thereon is deflected at a variety of axial angles. The diverter plate thus provides a reliable method such that the milling process and component wear resistance is made more efficient thereby. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140014186 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROTECTING GASIFIER QUENCH RING - A system includes a gasifier. The gasifier includes a reaction chamber configured to convert a feedstock into a synthetic gas, a quench chamber configured to cool the synthetic gas, and a transition section between the reaction chamber and the quench chamber. The gasifier also includes a quench ring configured to provide a first flow of a coolant to the quench chamber and a shielding gas system configured to provide a second flow of a shielding gas to protect at least one of the quench ring or the transition section. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140014187 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING FLUID FLOW IN MEDICAL FACILITIES - An apparatus for controlling fluid flow in a medical facility includes a plurality of remotely controlled zone valves. Each zone valve is coupled to a respective fluid conduit for opening and closing the fluid conduit to control fluid flow therethrough. The apparatus also includes an access terminal installed in a user-accessible location that is located remotely from the zone valves. For example, the zone valve may be located in a ceiling, and the access terminal may be located on a wall. The access terminal has an input interface for receiving instructions to open and close the zone valves, an output device for communicating with the zone valves to remotely open and close each zone valve based on the received instructions, and an alarm for indicating when at least one of the zone valves is closed. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140020763 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MITIGATING BATTERY DAMAGE CAUSED BY COOLANT LEAKS - System and methods for mitigating battery damage in a vehicle including a liquid-cooled battery system. In certain embodiments, a system for mitigating damage caused by leaks of liquid coolant in a battery system may include a one or more coolant leak sensors. A coolant leak detection system communicatively coupled to the coolant leak sensors may be configured to detect an occurrence of a liquid coolant leak in the battery system based on information provided by the coolant leak sensors. One or more valves communicatively coupled with the coolant leak detection system may actuate by the coolant leak detection system when a leak of liquid coolant is detected, thereby allowing leaked liquid coolant to drain from the battery system. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140020764 | Vapor Delivery Device, Methods of Manufacture And Methods of Use Thereof - A method comprises transporting a first stream of a carrier gas to a delivery device that contains a liquid precursor compound. The method further comprises transporting a second stream of the carrier gas to a point downstream of the delivery device. The first stream after emanating from the delivery device and the second stream are combined to form a third stream, such that the dew point of the vapor of the liquid precursor compound in the third stream is lower than the temperature of the plumbing that transports the vapor to a CVD reactor or a plurality of CVD reactors. The flow direction of the first stream, the flow direction of the second stream and the flow direction of the third stream are unidirectional and are not opposed to each other. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140020765 | PROPPANT DISCHARGE SYSTEM HAVING A CONTAINER AND THE PROCESS FOR PROVIDING PROPPANT TO A WELL SITE - A proppant discharge system includes a container having an outlet formed at a bottom thereof, a gate affixed at the outlet and positioned on the floor of the container so as to be movable between a first position covering the outlet to a second position opening the outlet, a support structure having the container positioned on the top surface thereof. The support structure has at least one actuator affixed thereto. The actuator is positioned so as to move the gate between the first position and the second position. The container has a cage affixed on the floor thereof in a position over the outlet. The gate is positioned within the cage and is movable by the actuator so as to open the gate so as to allow proppant to be discharged therefrom. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140020766 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING CONTINUOUS COMPOSITE TUBE, APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING CONTINUOUS COMPOSITE TUBE - Method for manufacturing a continuous composite tube comprising translating a tube liner through a manufacturing station wherein the manufacturing station comprises a winding station and a consolidation station located at a distance downstream of the winding station; winding a composite tape on the tube liner at the winding station for forming a tape layer; consolidating the composite tape on the tube liner at a consolidation zone of the consolidation station by pressing and heating to the tape. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140026965 | FLUID STORAGE CONTAINER AND METHOD - A fluid storage container and method is disclosed. The fluid storage container comprises a base frame that supports a tank, a tank for storing fluid, a working surface area walkway built into an end of the tank, a ladder connected near the front of the walkway to the frame, a plurality of handrails on the walkway that can be positioned depending on the required function of the tank, a plurality of strut panels that serve as floorboards on the walkway, a bridge that extends from the left and right sides of the tank to connect to other like tanks, a safety chain that connects between adjacently parked containers, and a dual manifold assembly. A method for configuring the tank's walkways as continuous walkways when parked adjacent to each other is disclosed. A dual manifold system and method for operating the manifolds is also disclosed. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140026966 | COUPLING SAFETY APPARATUS FOR A LEVER ACTIVATED VALVE - A safety apparatus for a lever activated valve having a tubular outlet to which a hose is coupled, a valve member and a lever secured to the valve member which pivots to move the valve member between a valve open and valve closed position. The safety apparatus includes a support having a clamp adapted for attachment to a tubular outlet of a lever activated valve. A shroud is pivotally mounted to the support for movement between an operative position overlying the tubular outlet to prevent access to cam lock coupling ears and an inoperative position spaced from the tubular outlet. A lever cradle is provided on the shroud. The lever engages the lever cradle of the shroud when the lever position is pivoted to move the valve member to the valve open position, so that the shroud is held in the operative position by the lever. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140026967 | HYDRANT FLUSHING DEVICE - A water hydrant flushing device is disclosed. The device handles a flow of water from a water hydrant as it is being flushed, and allows the flushing to take place in a safer manner without destroying surrounding landscaping or other objects. The device comprises a chute that is open on both ends, and an opening on one end that is removably connected to a diffuser by means of a securing mechanism. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140026968 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SPLITTING DROPLETS - The present invention generally relates to fluidics and microfluidics and, in particular, to creating droplets in a fluidic system. In some aspects, the present invention is generally directed to systems and methods for splitting a parent droplet into two or more droplets, e.g., by urging the parent droplet towards an obstacle to split the parent droplet. In some cases, the parent droplet is split into at least first and second droplets which each are directed to separate channels. In some cases, the channels may be constructed and arranged such that the droplet velocities of the first and second droplets are substantially the same as the velocity of the parent droplet. In some cases, such droplets may be repeatedly split, e.g., a parent droplet is divided into 2 daughter droplets, then each droplet split again, etc., for example, such that one parent droplet may eventually be split into 2 | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140034130 | ENGINE WASH APPARATUS AND METHOD - COLLECTOR - A collector for collecting wash liquid from an engine washing operation including an inlet duct to receive wash liquid from the wash operation; a plurality of droplet separators to retain the wash liquid within the collector while allowing air to flow out of the collector; a base to receive the wash liquid; an outlet connected to the base to discharge wash liquid from the collector; and a plurality of wheels connected to the base for moving the collector. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034131 | Flow Diverter Valve and Method - Various embodiments of a flow diverter, a valve and a method of controlling air flow in the valve are disclosed. The flow diverter has a cylindrical body, a plurality of circumferentially spaced apart longitudinal members, an open end portion, a closed end portion and a raised element extending outwardly from the closed end portion. The flow diverter is disposed in a cavity in the valve. The cavity is in communication with a supply passage, an exhaust passage and a delivery passage. Air passes through the flow diverter to the delivery passage when the flow diverter is in a delivery position. Air moves the flow diverter from the delivery position to an exhaust position when air pressure in the delivery passage is greater than air pressure in the supply passage. The flow diverter restricts air from passing from the delivery passage to the supply passage when in the exhaust position. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034132 | Microfluidic Devices for the Generation of Nano-Vapor Bubbles and Their Methods of Manufacture and Use - Microfluidic devices having superhydrophilic bi-porous interfaces are provided, along with their methods of formation. The device can include a substrate defining a microchannel formed between a pair of side walls and a bottom surface and a plurality of nanowires extending from each of the side walls and the bottom surface. For example, the nanowires can be silicon nanowires (e.g., pure silicon, silicon oxide, silicon carbide, etc., or mixtures thereof). | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034133 | DYNAMIC SEAL WEAR MITIGATION SYSTEM - A system can include one or more valve arrangements with a working chamber to receive a working fluid at a first pressure, and a control chamber to receive fluid at a second pressure. A dynamic seal can be disposed on a land of a valve element. A supply passage can be in communication between the control chamber and a tank and can include a check valve. A relief valve can be disposed between the check valve and the control chamber. A pilot pump and another relief valve may be disposed upstream of the check valve. The relief valve downstream of the check valve can have a higher pressure limit than the downstream one. A pressure sensor may be disposed between the check valve and the control chamber and used to warn the operator of a high pressure in the control chamber. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034134 | CIRCULATING FLUIDIZED BED WITH MOVING BED DOWNCOMERS AND GAS SEALING BETWEEN REACTORS - A system and process for carrying out one or more chemical reactions are provided and include one or more chemical reactors having particulate solids forming a bed therein, and a gas stripping zone forming a non-mechanical seal between said reactors which includes a conduit connecting the reactors. The conduit includes an inlet for a stripping gas which is adapted to prevent process gas from passing between reactors while permitting particulate solids to pass between reactors. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034135 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WITH A DYNAMIC SEAL - A system can include one or more valve arrangements with a working chamber to receive a working fluid at a first pressure, and a control chamber to receive fluid at a second pressure. A dynamic seal can be disposed on a land of a valve element. The valve arrangement may include a sleeve against which the dynamic seal is slidably engaged. The valve element may include a check stem. A pressure compensating system may be in communication with bores formed in with the valve element. A pressure system to monitor dynamic seal wear may be in communication with the control chamber of the valve arrangement. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034136 | MANIFOLD FLOW SPLITTER - The present invention regards a manifold for use in a flow system, comprising a longitudinal main pipe section ( | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034137 | Offshore Fluid Transfer System and Method - An offshore fluid transfer system comprising a boom ( | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140034138 | SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - The present invention relates to a semiconductor manufacturing device, which can be applied in a semiconductor metal interconnection process, and a manufacturing method thereof. The semiconductor manufacturing device includes a loadlock chamber, at least one process chamber, a transfer chamber, and an oxidation preventing gas supply unit. The process chamber processes an annealing process by receiving a substrate. The transfer chamber transfers the substrate between the loadlock chamber and the process chamber. The oxidation preventing gas supply unit supplies oxidation preventing gas into either the transfer chamber or the loadlock chamber. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140041727 | HIGH THROUGHPUT SCREENING OF CRYSTALLIZATION OF MATERIALS - High throughput screening of crystallization of a target material is accomplished by simultaneously introducing a solution of the target material into a plurality of chambers of a microfabricated fluidic device. The microfabricated fluidic device is then manipulated to vary the solution condition in the chambers, thereby simultaneously providing a large number of crystallization environments. Control over changed solution conditions may result from a variety of techniques, including but not limited to metering volumes of crystallizing agent into the chamber by volume exclusion, by entrapment of volumes of crystallizing agent determined by the dimensions of the microfabricated structure, or by cross-channel injection of sample and crystallizing agent into an array of junctions defined by intersecting orthogonal flow channels. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140048138 | SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR DISPOSAL OF FLUID WASTES - A system may facilitate recovery and solidification of a fluid waste during its transfer into a transportable bulk container. The system comprises: (i) a metered supply of a solidifying agent; (ii) a metered supply of a bulking material, (iii) apparatus for commingling the metered supplies of solidifying agent and bulking material, and (iv) a tee apparatus having a first port for engaging and receiving the fluid waste, a second port for engaging and receiving a commingled supply of a mixing agent and a bulking material, and a third port for discharging the fluid waste and commingled mixing agent and bulking material. | 02-20-2014 |
| 20140053906 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO POSITION AND RETAIN A SENSOR IN A FAUCET SPOUT - A faucet having an electronic valve is provided. The faucet includes a spout having a first end through which a fluid exits, a second end coupled to a faucet body, and a sidewall disposed between the first end and the second end. The spout extends along a curved longitudinal axis. A sensor is disposed completely within the spout along a curved portion of the sidewall. The sensor is operatively coupled to the electronic valve. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140053907 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR COOLANT RECYCLING - A method for replacing a volume of coolant fluid in a circulating system in diesel engine system that includes the steps of establishing pneumatic connection with at least one location in the diesel engine coolant fluid circulating system; establishing fluid connection with at least one point in the diesel engine coolant fluid circulating system, the fluid connection location being different from the pneumatic connection; and after pneumatic and fluid connection is established, drawing a vacuum pressure through said pneumatic connection and introducing the volume of coolant fluid into the through said fluid connection as well as a device for accomplishing the same. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140053908 | THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE MULTILAYER PROTECTIVE LINER - Disclosed is a multilayer structure useful for preparing highly abrasion-resistant protective liners, including tubular articles such as multilayer tubes or pipes. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140053909 | Water Recirculation System - A water recirculation system for a shower unit comprises a plurality of reservoirs and switching means for selecting from which of the reservoirs the shower unit receives water. A pump recirculates water from a waste trap of the shower unit to the active reservoir. Each reservoir contains a heater. At the user's command, a system of valves is reconfigured so that the shower unit becomes supplied with fresh water circulated from a second reservoir. Meanwhile, the first reservoir is emptied, refilled and reheated to be ready for further use if required. Further pipes may be provided to allow preheating and circulation of the water in the system prior to use of the shower unit; and to allow the system to be flushed with water from a mains supply. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140053910 | HIGH PRESSURE FLUIDIC SWITCHING VALVE HAVING VARIABLE PRESSURE LOADING - Described are a rotary shear seal valve and a method for switching a high pressure fluid. The method includes applying a fixed force between a planar surface of a rotor and a planar surface of a stator. The planar surface of the rotor includes a fluidic channel and the planar surface of the stator has a pair of ports to receive and provide the fluid. A control signal is applied to a linear actuator coupled to the rotor to generate a controllable force between the planar surfaces of the rotor and stator. The control signal is responsive to a rotational state of the rotor. The total force between the planar surfaces of the rotor and the stator is substantially equal to a sum of the fixed force and the controllable force. The method reduces the wear and extends the lifetime of components in a rotary shear seal valve. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140060651 | Chemical Injection System - An improved system, apparatus and method for injecting a chemical from a storage tank into a natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas pipeline at a flow-controlled injection rate is provided. The system, apparatus and method including a pair of positive-displacement pumps driven in substantially complementary fashion by a single driver, a controller controlling the driver, and each pump being fed from the storage tank and discharging chemical into the pipeline. The system, apparatus and method may also include a second pair of positive-displacement pumps having substantially similar displacement and operatively connected to the first pair of positive-displacement pumps, the first pair of positive-displacement pumps being driven in a substantially complementary fashion with the second pair of pumps by a single driver or a pair of drivers. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060652 | APPARATUS, METHODS AND ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE FOR DRY PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM - Apparatus, methods, and articles of manufacture for maintaining the integrity or pressurization of a dry pipe sprinkler system by preventing damage to auxiliary drains from freezing temperatures are taught. An insulated, heated housing, which may be thermostatically controlled provides a controlled environment about an auxiliary drain, insulated and with a heater. An alarm may be used as well to provide warning if said auxiliary drain retains a predetermined amount of condensate and embodiments may be retrofit about an existing auxiliary drain or be provided with an auxiliary drain for installation upon a dry pipe sprinkler system. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060653 | Compressed-Air Supply Device for a Utility Vehicle and Method for Operating a Compressed-Air Supply Device - A compressed-air supply device for a utility vehicle includes a valve device, which, when in a first, energized switching state, deaerates the control inlet of a compressor coupled to the energy-saving control outlet and blocks a supply path to the second valve device, and when in a second, de-energized switching state, aerates the control inlet of the compressor coupled to the energy-saving control outlet and opens up the supply path to the second valve. The compressor can be switched into an energy-saving state by aeration of the control inlet. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060654 | Method for Actuating a Hydraulic Valve Arrangement, and Hydraulic Valve Arrangement - The disclosure relates to a method for actuating a hydraulic valve arrangement, having a hydraulic continuously adjustable valve and having a hydraulic switching valve for providing a variable opening cross section, wherein an opening cross section threshold value is predefined, wherein, above the opening cross section threshold value, the switching valve is placed into a defined switching position and only the continuously adjustable valve is actuated, and wherein, below the opening cross section threshold value, the continuously adjustable valve is placed into a defined switching position and only the switching valve is actuated. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060655 | Tubing Clamp - A clamp for selectively compressing a portion of tubing, such as an extension leg of a PICC or other catheter, is disclosed. The clamp is able to be opened or closed with a thumb and finger of a single hand of a user and is slidably attached to the tubing so as to enable its placement as desired along the tube. In one embodiment, the tubing clamp comprises a body including first and second body portions hingedly connected to one another in a clamshell configuration, a latch for releasably latching the first and second body portions together, and at least two tube compression members. The tube compression members cooperate to compress and occlude a portion of tubing passing through the tubing clamp when the first and second body portions are latched to one another. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060656 | MULTI-POSITION VALVE ACTUATORS - Detailed are actuators especially useful in connection with valves forming parts of water-recirculation systems of pools or spas. Transit times of components of the actuators may be measured or otherwise determined and signals sent to the actuators to cease movement of the components between boundary positions. Consequently, dynamic adjustment of the valving capabilities of the systems may be achieved. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140060657 | Sample Valve Systems And Methods - The present disclosure relates to a valve system that includes a valve having a spool moveable from an un-actuated position to an actuated position in response to actuation of the valve. The valve system also includes a wire to secure the valve in the un-actuated position, a first resistor electrically coupled with the wire and configured to release the wire to actuate the valve and move a first component coupled to the wire toward a second component, and a second resistor electrically coupled with the wire to detect connection of the first component with the second component. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140069503 | Method and apparatus for improved trench box de-watering - A method and apparatus for use of a trenching or digging box which incorporates de-watering equipment that draws water into the lowermost portions of the box and pumps the water out of the box. This de-watering equipment can be retrofit into existing trench boxes by modification of the existing blade or lowermost portion of the box or the addition of a blade or lowermost portion. Slots or perforations in the blade portion or lower portions filter debris in the first instance. Additional or alternative filtering can be accomplished by lengths of perforated or slotted pipes inside the walls of the trench box, especially near the lower portions. Water can be drawn from either or both ends of the trench box. Attachments can be used to focus de-watering and specific areas of concern. De-watering can be from one or both of the side walls of the trench box. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140069504 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A PNEUMATIC STARTER - A system for controlling a starter for starting a power source includes an air starter relay valve fluidly connected between an air tank and the starter. The air starter relay valve is configured to control an amount of air supplied to the starter from the air tank. The system also includes a control device connected to the air starter relay valve and configured to control the air starter relay valve. The system further includes a fuel valve interlock fluidly connected to a source of fuel via a fuel line. The fuel valve interlock is configured to open based on a pressure in the fuel line and configured to send a signal to the control device for controlling the air starter relay valve when the fuel valve interlock is opened. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140069505 | FLUID DEPLOYMENT SYSTEM FOR DRILLING AND COMPLETION FLUIDS - An apparatus for building, transporting, storing, and deploying viscous fluids, comprising: a cylinder comprising a full bore opening and a discharge outlet; a plunger assembly mounted within the cylinder; and a shredder screen mounted within the discharge outlet. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140069506 | WATER MANAGEMENT CONTROL DEVICE FOR WATERING DEVICES - A water management control device is configured to operate in a time mode and a depth mode to control the flow of water through an internal passageway based on user-selected programming inputs relating to watering by time or watering by depth. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140069507 | PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR UNLOADING PARTICULATE MATERIAL FROM A VESSEL - The present invention concerns a process for unloading a bed ( | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140076405 | FRAMED AND QUICK-LEVELING LIQUID COLLECTION DEVICE - A liquid collection apparatus includes a flexible frame configured to lie substantially in a plane when the apparatus is deployed, the frame being flexible in directions that are substantially in the plane and rigid in directions that are substantially perpendicular to the plane; a flexible barrier material connected to the frame; a drain in the flexible barrier material; and a plurality of openings positioned at spaced locations adjacent to the frame. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140076406 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO RECEIVE AND DISCHARGE BULK MATERIALS - Methods and apparatus to receive and discharge bulk materials are disclosed. An example method for treating gaseous fluid includes filling a device with ceramic granular material, a ceramic heat storage body, a catalyst body and a particle-shaped bulk material including calcium and/or carbon. The method also includes supplying gaseous fluid to be treated into a bulk material container and acting upon the bulk material in the bulk material container with the supplied gaseous fluid while discharging the bulk material out of the bulk material receiving apparatus. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140076407 | TOUCH-FREE WATER-CONTROL SYSTEM - A system and method of Touch Free Automatic faucet controlled by electronic sensors provides a Primary-Water-Flow-Mode, a Continue-Water-Flow-Mode, a Temperature-Control-Mode, a Faucet-Pause-Mode, an Adjust-Water-Flow-Mode and a Flow-Temperature-Default-Setting-Mode for users to control faucet water flow and water temperature without touching any parts of faucet body. The system comprises at least three electronic sensors, a logical processor circuit board, an electricity power supply package, a water flow control valve assembly, a temperature control valve assembly, at least one faucet body housing and at least one inlet fluid line. From the outputs of the sensors, the logical processor responds to the flow control valve assembly and to the temperature control valve assembly to control water flow and temperature to the faucet spout. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140083509 | Water Storage Reserve and Return Method and Apparatus - An apparatus consisting of check valves ( | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140083510 | Electric Actuated Rotary Valve - A rotary valve adapted for use in utility scale fluidic systems improves over conventional valving schemes by affording reductions in weight, pressure drop, cost, and actuation time, as well as providing improvements in decompression performance, higher pressure capability, and longer operational life. One embodiment of a three way valve assembly utilizes electric actuation to adjust decompression in real time and facilitate port shaping. The valve assembly utilizes a pressure balanced rotor and seals to reduce actuation and bearing loads, as well as increase seal life. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140083511 | NITROGEN GAS SYSTEM WITH DIVERTER VALVE - A nitrogen gas system for an aircraft is provided and operable in warm-up and normal modes. The system includes an air separation module (ASM), a line to transport nitrogen enriched air (NEA) from the ASM to a fuel distribution system and a diverter valve disposed on the line and configured to divert the NEA away from the fuel distribution system during warm-up operations. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140083512 | REFILLABLE AMPOULE WITH PURGE CAPABILITY - A fluid delivery system adapted to isolate an ampoule and/or process line during purge, including an inlet control valve connecting a source of pressurized gas to a refillable ampoule, an outlet control valve connecting the refillable ampoule to a location of use, a process control valve connecting a process line to the refillable ampoule, a process isolation valve, and a purge supply valve, e.g., a three-way purge supply valve, arranged between the process isolation valve and the process control valve. A method of purging a fluid delivery system is also disclosed, including closing a process isolation valve, connecting a process line to a refillable ampoule, supplying a purge gas through a purge supply valve, e.g., a three-way purge supply valve, and cycling open and close at least once a process control valve coupled to the process line. A manifold for use in refilling an ampoule and purging a fluid supply system is also described. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140090712 | STEAM TRAP MONITOR WITH DIAGNOSTICS - A steam trap monitor includes a process variable sensor configured to sense a process variable related to operation of a steam trap. A memory contains information related to a baseline parameter of the process variable. Diagnostic circuitry calculates a current parameter of the process variable sensed by the process variable sensor and compares the current parameter of the process variable with the baseline parameter. Based on the comparison, the diagnostic circuitry responsively provides a diagnostic output based upon the comparison. The baseline and current parameter are based on a time period during which the steam trap is open or closed. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140090713 | Vented Ball Valve - A ball valve is disclosed having a pipe with two openings. The ball valve selectively permits the passage of liquids or gasses through the two openings. The ball of the ball valve includes a vent hole that communicates with only one of the openings when the ball valve is in the closed position to allow gases or liquids trapped inside the ball to escape the ball rather than expand and damage the ball. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140090714 | LEAD-FREE HIGH TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE PIPING COMPONENTS AND METHODS OF USE - A piping component for controlling the flow of high-temperature fluids that includes a piping body having an inlet end and an outlet end, including methods of operating such components within a piping system. The piping body may be sized for fluids operating at temperatures from approximately 350° F. up to approximately 500° F., and 650° F. The piping body may also be sized for high-temperature fluids (e.g., steam) operating at pressures of up to approximately 400 psi, and 600 psi. In addition, the piping body is made from a silicon-copper alloy consisting essentially of less than 16% zinc, less than 0.25% lead, less than 0.25% bismuth, 2 to 6% silicon and a balance of copper (by weight). | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140090715 | MICROFLUIDIC SURFACE PROCESSING SYSTEMS WITH SELF-REGULATED DISTANCE-TO SURFACE CONTROL - A microfluidic surface processing system includes a microfluidic probe head having a processing fluid circuit configured to dispense a surface processing fluid from a processing fluid aperture thereof; a linkage mechanism, configured to apply a force to or modulate a force applied to the microfluidic probe head towards a surface to be processed; and a lifting fluid circuit integral with the microfluidic probe head and distinct from the processing fluid circuit, the lifting fluid circuit designed for dispensing a lifting fluid from a lifting fluid aperture thereof, with pressure such as to counter the force applied or modulated by the linkage mechanism, at the level of the surface. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140090716 | Devices and Methods for Flow Control in Microfluidic Structures - An apparatus for controlling flow in a fluid flow path can include a chamber containing an expandable material, the expandable material being configured to expand out of the chamber into a portion of the fluid flow path so as to at least partially block the fluid flow path. The apparatus also can include at least one structure providing flow communication between the chamber and the fluid flow path. The at least one structure can be configured to pass the expandable material from the chamber to the portion of the fluid flow path during expansion so as to control a rate at which the expandable material expands into the portion of the fluid flow path. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140096827 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE WITH A MULTIPLE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM - The present application provides a multiple fuel delivery system for use with a gas turbine engine. The multiple fuel delivery system may include a first fuel tank with a first fuel therein, a second fuel tank with a second fuel therein, a mixing chamber, and a flow divider downstream of the mixing chamber. The first fuel tank may be in communication with the mixing chamber via a first fuel pump and the second fuel tank may be in communication with the mixing chamber via a second fuel pump. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096828 | APPARATUS FOR RINSING CHEMICAL CONTAINERS - An apparatus for rinsing inverted chemical containers includes two main assemblies, namely a gravity flow valve assembly and a rinse adapter assembly. The gravity flow assembly is inserted into the throat of the container. The rinse adapter assembly is detachably secured to the throat of the inverted container. When the rinse adapter assembly is attached to the throat of the container, the rinse tube of the rinse adapter assembly extends upwardly through the gravity flow valve assembly and into the interior of the container. Rinsing fluid, such as water, is supplied to the rinse tube which sprays the rinsing fluid onto the interior of the container to rinse the chemical residue from the interior of the container. The apparatus may also be used to dilute the liquid chemical in the container so that the diluted chemical will more freely drain from the container. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096829 | FLUID CONNECTOR WITH INTEGRATED EXCESS FLOW VALVE - A connector for fluids has a pipe through which the fluid flows. The pipe has a diameter, an inlet end, an outlet end, an expanded area relative to the diameter. The connector also has an excess flow cartridge disposed in the pipe, the excess flow cartridge having a housing for receipt within the diameter, the excess flow cartridge minimizing flow in the pipe if flow exceeds a desired limit, and the excess flow cartridge having a radial opening in a side thereof in register with the expanded area such that flow through the opening flows through the cartridge. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096830 | CONTINUOUS PROCESS FOR CONVERSION OF LIGNIN TO USEFUL COMPOUNDS - This specification discloses an operational continuous process to convert lignin as found in ligno-cellulosic biomass before or after converting at least some of the carbohydrates. The continuous process has been demonstrated to create a slurry comprised of lignin, raise the slurry comprised of lignin to ultra-high pressure, deoxygenate the lignin in a lignin conversion reactor over a catalyst which is not a fixed bed without producing char. The conversion products of the carbohydrates or lignin can be further processed into polyester intermediates for use in polyester preforms and bottles. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096831 | MULTI-VALVE MICROFLUIDIC DEVICES AND METHODS - Multi-valve autoregulatory microfluidic devices and methods are described. The described devices and methods offer improved performance and new means of tuning autoregulatory effects in microfluidic devices. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096832 | Dual Tank Structure Integrally Supported on a Portable Base Frame - A dual tank structure includes first and second tanks with a common secondary containment structure which are all integrally supported on a common base frame. The common base frame includes longitudinal skids so as to be suitable for transport using a conventional winch truck. A passageway with an integral valve therein permits selective communication between the tanks. The common containment structure has a containment volume which is greater than a storage volume of a largest one of the first tank and the second tank and which is less than a combined storage volume of both the first tank and the second tank. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096833 | Microfluidic Connector - A microfluidic connector comprises an enclosure, a fluidic inlet port and a fluidic outlet port, in the enclosure, in which the inlet and outlet ports are movable with respect to each other, for example, mutual spacing between the inlet and outlet ports is variable. A port is in a fixed part of the enclosure, and another port is in a part of the enclosure which slides with respect to the fixed part. There may be multiple inlet ports and/or multiple outlet ports. Also, there may be an auxiliary port for introduction of fluid into the enclosure or removal of fluid from the enclosure. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096834 | METHOD FOR SUPPLYING VAPORIZED PRECURSOR - A method for supplying vapor to a chamber includes providing a first diverter valve that, when open, diverts vapor away from the chamber, and a second diverter valve that, when open, supplies the vapor to the chamber; supplying a carrier gas to the chamber; after supplying the carrier gas, creating plasma in the chamber while a substrate is in the chamber; opening the first diverter valve and closing the second diverter valve; supplying the vapor by vaporizing at least one liquid precursor in a carrier gas; after a first predetermined period sufficient for the vapor to reach steady-state flow, closing the first diverter valve and opening the second diverter valve to supply the vapor to the chamber; and after a second predetermined period following the first predetermined period, opening the first diverter valve and closing the second diverter valve to stop supplying the vapor to the chamber. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140096835 | Neck Assembly - A neck assembly of a fuel system component comprises a housing. The housing comprises a sleeve having a first end portion positioned exterior to the fuel system component and a longitudinally opposed second end portion. The housing further comprises an encapsulation ring extending radially outwardly from the second end portion of the sleeve and encapsulated within a wall of the fuel system component. The neck assembly further comprises a valve cartridge at least partially received within the sleeve and secured thereto. The valve cartridge comprises a conduit having a first end portion positioned exterior to the fuel system component and a longitudinally opposed second end portion. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140109970 | METAL CONE PLUG VALVE - The cone plug valve includes a valve body, a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet, a valve stem, and a cone supported on the valve stem. The metal cone is rotatably separate from the valve stem but moves axially in response to axially movement of the valve stem. A seat is fixably positioned within the valve body for sealing engagement with the cone, which has a sealing surface extending outward from the cone shaped exterior surface for sealing with the seat to close off flow through the valve body. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109971 | Return Fuel Cooling System for LPI Vehicle and Control Method Thereof - A return fuel cooling system for LPI vehicle having an engine and a bombe connected to each other through a fuel supply line and a fuel return line in the LPI vehicle using LPG fuel to cool high-temperature LPG fuel returning from the engine to the bombe, may include a heat exchanger mounted on the fuel return line, a bypass line connecting upstream and downstream of the fuel return line, wherein the heat exchanger may be interposed between the upstream and the downstream of the fuel return line to make the LPG fuel returning to the bombe bypass the heat exchanger and supply the LPG fuel to the bombe, and a valve included at a portion in which the fuel return line and the bypass line is connected, and selectively opening or closing the fuel return line connected with the heat exchanger according to a temperature of the bombe. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109972 | CONTROL OF LIQUID FLOW SEQUENCE ON MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - Described embodiments provide devices, systems and methods for sequencing liquid flow in response to a driving force by entrapping and releasing gas between volumes of liquid in a controlled manner. In one particular form, a centrifugal “lab on a disk” device is provided to drive liquid flow and sequencing by virtue of the centrifugal force and in one particular form a radially inward bend conduit is used in connection with controllably trapping and releasing gas between liquid volumes. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109973 | CORROSION AND DEPOSITION PROTECTED VALVE APPARATUS AND METHOD - An expandable and contractible shield around a bellows in a valve protects the bellows from corrosive gases and solid particles in the valve chamber. In a manifold valve assembly with multiple outlet ports and multiple valves in a common valve chamber, a respective expandable and contractible shield around each respective bellows of each respective valve in the assembly separates each bellows from corrosive gases and solid particles in the common valve chamber regardless of whether one or all of the valves in the assembly is opened or closed. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109974 | Vehicle having a plurality of storage vessels for a combustible gas, and method for displaying the available stored quantity and controlling the extraction - The present invention relates to a vehicle ( | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109975 | POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION WITH INCREASED RESISTANCE TO CIO2-CONTAINING WATER - The present invention relates to a polyolefin composition comprising a polyolefin base resin and an antioxidant, characterized in that said polyolefin composition has a lifetime of at least 200 h in a test measuring the resistance against ClO | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140109976 | Multi-Stream Multi-Channel Process and Apparatus - Provided is a process and apparatus for exchanging heat energy between three or more streams in a millichannel apparatus, which millichannel apparatus may comprise a heat exchanger which may be integrated with a millichannel reactor to form an integrated millichannel processing unit. The combining of a plurality of integrated millichannel apparatus to provide the benefits of large-scale operation is enabled. In particular, the millichannel heat exchanger enables flexible heat transfer between multiple streams and total heat transfer rates of about 1 Watt or more per core unit volume expressed as W/cc. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140116513 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEAL FLUSH - Techniques are provided for seal flush systems. A system may include a reactor circulation pump configured to circulate a slurry through a polymerization reactor. The slurry may include an olefin monomer, a catalyst, and a diluent. The system may also include a catalyst-inhibiting additive system configured to supply a catalyst-inhibiting additive to a seal of the reactor circulation pump and a seal flush system configured to generate a seal flush mixture and supply the seal flush mixture to the seal of the reactor circulation pump. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116514 | VACUUM AND SHAKER FOR A HOT MELT SYSTEM - A hot melt dispensing system includes a hopper, a delivery line, a shaker, and an air supply line. The hopper stores hot melt pellets and the delivery line delivers the hot melt pellets from the hopper. The shaker agitates the hot melt pellets. The air supply line supplies air that flows through the shaker to produce vibration and additionally flows through the delivery line to create a vacuum that draws the hot melt pellets through the delivery line. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116515 | FLUID DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH BREAK-AWAY COUPLING - A break-away coupling within a fuel dispensing line configured to arrest the flow of fluid when broken away. The coupling includes a first end configured to engage a fluid dispensing nozzle and a second end configured to engage a fluid dispensing system. Then, a break-away body is disposed between the first end and the second end and the coupling includes a sensor configured to determine if the first end is separated from the second end in any manner. Such a separation may be caused by a large force applied to one end, such as a truck driving away with the fueling nozzle will engaged in the fuel talk. Thus, upon separation at the break-away point, the sensor may trigger a shut-off procedure at the fuel dispensing system. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116516 | VACUUM SYSTEM COMPRISING VACUUM INSULATED GLASS UNITS - Vacuum systems comprising vacuum insulating glass (VIG) units are provided. The vacuum spaces within the VIG units are connected to one another and to one or more vacuum pumps that are configured to operate during the service lives of the VIG units. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116517 | MEASURING AND MIXING TRAY - A measuring and mixing tray includes a first well having a first predetermined volume for measuring a first component of a multicomponent system and a mixing portion. A method of measuring and mixing for the multicomponent system includes disposing the first predetermined volume of the first component in the first well of the measuring and mixing tray and transferring the first component from the first well to the mixing portion of the measuring and mixing tray. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116518 | METHOD OF PLACING RUBBER AND POLYURETHANE LINER IN PIPE - A liner includes a rubber liner portion, and a polyurethane liner portion disposed on a surface of the rubber liner portion. The rubber polyurethane liner can be applied to cover surfaces of process support elements used to transport or handle process material such as tar sand slurry. The rubber polyurethane liner increases the effectiveness and operating lifetimes of such process support elements. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140116519 | ILLUMINATED VALVE POSITION INDICATION - The disclosure relates to an embodiment of a valve position indicator having an indicator cover having at least one window and a rotor configured to be at least partially within the indicator cover. The rotor has an indicator surface with one or more position indicators wherein at least one of the position indicators is configured to align with the window on the indicator cover, thus indicating the position of a valve. A light may be positioned proximate the rotor and configured to illuminate the position indicator. The valve position indicator may also include an array of LED lights bordering the rim of the indicator cover. The valve position indicator may alternatively include the array of LED lights without the indicator cover. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140124036 | Pressure-Less Ozonated Di-Water (DIO3) Recirculation Reclaim System - The invention provides, in one aspect, a system for recirculating ozonated liquid. The system includes a contactor including at least two inlets and at least two outlets. The contactor is in fluid communication with a first liquid source at a first contactor inlet and a second liquid source at a second contactor inlet, and the second contactor inlet receives gas that purges at least a portion of gas from liquid received at the first contactor inlet. The purged gas exits the contactor at a first contactor outlet. The contactor is in fluid communication with the second liquid source at a second contactor outlet, and the contactor drains at least a portion of the liquid in the contactor, the drained liquid exiting the contactor at the second contactor outlet. The contactor includes a third inlet in fluid communication with the first liquid source, the third inlet allowing the first liquid source to release liquid at an ambient pressure. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140124037 | METHODS OF MANIPULATING A DROPLET IN A DROPLET ACTUATOR - The invention relates to methods of manipulating a droplet in a droplet actuator. Methods of the invention utilize light alone or light in combination with droplet operations to, for example, pin droplets, split droplets, pattern surfaces, and/or sort droplets, particles, and/or cells. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140130873 | WATER FLOW VALVE FOR IMPROVING ACCURACY OF METER READINGS IN COMMUNICATION WITH A WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - A water flow valve positioned within a water distribution system just past a building's water meter. The valve compresses air bubbles into the water at the point where the water enters the meter, thus making the meter read less volume when the water passes through it. The air is compressed through back pressure created by the valve. With this increase in pressure, the air molecules in the water begin to collapse and occupy less space. When the water, with collapsed air molecules, passes through the meter, the meter reads basically only the water volume, as the amount of any air volume remaining is negligible. As such, the user's water bill is lower, as compared to if no valve had been disposed within the water line, and the bill reflect a more accurate reading of the actual amount of water that has been delivered. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140130874 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VALIDATING A FIELD DEVICE IN A CONTROL SYSTEM - A system and method for validating the availability and operability of a field device in a process plant is provided. A diagnostic apparatus includes a processor coupled to the field device wherein a diagnostic check is executed to remotely determine the availability and operability of the field device. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140130875 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GAS FLOW FROM CYLINDERS - A device that can be attached to the outlet of a gas cylinder, which can monitor the amount of gas in the cylinder. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140130876 | METHOD OF TWO-STAGE FLOW CONTROL - A valve has a major valve closure member with a valve stem for opening and closing a major port in a valve chamber. An alternate flow path extends through the major valve closing member. Flow is controlled through the alternate flow path by directing a minor valve actuating fluid through the valve stem to apply pressure on a minor valve piston in the major valve closure member to move a minor valve closure member in the major valve closure member between a closed mode in which the minor valve closure member closes the alternate flow path and an opened mode in which the minor valve closure member opens the alternate flow path. The minor valve actuating fluid is sealed from the alternate flow path by a flexible diaphragm positioned between the minor valve actuating fluid and the minor valve piston, so the pressure of the minor valve actuating fluid is applied to the minor valve piston via the flexible diaphragm. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140130877 | FLUID HANDLING DEVICE, FLUID HANDLING METHOD, AND FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM - A fluid handling device ( | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140137946 | CARD WASTE STORAGE MECHANISM - A multiple layer test card includes a waste channel to receive biological waste from an area of the test card utilized for testing biological samples. Multiple compartments in a waste layer of the card are separated from each other by a rib in the waste layer. A first compartment is positioned to receive biological waste from the waste channel. A pass is coupled between each adjacent set of compartments to pass biological waste and air between compartments. A vent in a last compartment provides an air exit from the card. | 05-22-2014 |
| 20140144511 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONVEYING SOLIDS THROUGH AN OUTLET PIPE - A system includes a solids pressurizing feeder and an outlet pipe coupled to an outlet channel of the solids pressurizing feeder. The outlet pipe includes a plurality of pipe segments telescopically coupled to one another such that a length of the outlet pipe is adjustable. The solids pressurizing feeder may be used to convey a mixture of solids and fluids. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140144512 | Methods and Systems for Dispensing Different Liquids for High Productivity Combinatorial Processing - Provided are methods and systems for dispensing different chemicals used for high productivity combinatorial processing. A dispense panel may include multiple inlet lines for supplying different chemicals. Each inlet line is connected to its own three-way valve that either allows the supplied chemical to flow from the inlet line towards a dispense valve connected to a dispense manifold (during dispensing of the supplied chemical) or allows another chemical to flow from the dispense valve to a waste manifold (during priming of the dispense manifold with this other chemical). Specifically, during priming a chemical supplied from its inlet line and is passed through a corresponding three-way valve and is directed to its dispense valve and then into the dispense manifold. Other dispense valves and three-way valves of the dispense panel allow this chemical to flow out of the dispense manifold, thereby priming remaining parts of the panel. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140144513 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GENERATING WAVE FUNCTIONAL PULSATILE MICROFLOWS BY APPLYING FOURIER COSINE SERIES AND HYDRAULIC HEAD DIFFERENCE - An apparatus for generating pulsatile flows includes a liquid vessel capable of containing a liquid, a plurality of revolving mechanisms associated with each other, and a microchannel supplied with a liquid from the liquid vessel. As the plurality of revolving mechanisms rotate, a periodically changing pressure difference occurs between the liquid vessel and the microchannel, thereby implementing a pulsatile flow having a wave functional form in the microchannel. By applying the hydraulic head difference and controlling revolution of the revolving mechanisms based on Fourier cosine series, a minute and precise pulsatile flow of a wave functional form may be implemented by means of simple configuration and fabrication, which may not easily obtained by a conventional pump. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140144514 | DISPENSING AND METERING SYSTEM, IN PARTICULAR OF SUBSTANCES IN MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS, AND ALSO METHOD AND CARTRIDGE HAVING THE DISPENSING AND METERING SYSTEM - A dispensing and metering system, in particular of substances in microfluidic systems, includes a fluid and a stored substance. In an initial configuration, the stored substance is separated from the fluid by a separation element. The stored substance is dispensed to the fluid by actuation upon the separation element. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140144515 | SHUTTING DOWN AN UNDERWATER FLUID PRODUCTION WELL - A production control system for an underwater well, comprises: first electrically operated means for supplying first hydraulic fluid, for opening a first control valve of the well; second electrically operated means, for supplying second hydraulic fluid at a higher pressure than said first fluid, for opening a further control valve of the well; electronic circuitry (SEM1) for providing electrical power for operating said first and second means; and means for controlling the sequence of closing said control valves as a result of a loss of electrical power from said electronic circuitry. The controlling means comprises: electrical power storage means; detection means responsive to said loss of power from said electronic circuitry; and means coupled with said detection means for using electrical power from said storage means to keep said further control valve open for a period after closure of said first control valve and close it after said period. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140144516 | FIRE HYDRANT CONTROL VALVE - A method of draining a standpipe includes moving a valve control device toward a closed position sufficient to uncover at least one drain hole before the valve control device achieves a fully closed position, the at least one drain hole being disposed in a slot of a saturation ring and draining a contents of the standpipe through a drain route to an external portion of the standpipe, the drain route is defined by the drain hole in the valve seat ring, drain ports in the drain ring, outlet notches and a drain channel in the saturation ring. The drain hole is radially offset from each of the drain ports in the drain ring and each of the drain ports are radially offset from each of the outlet notches in the saturation ring. A valve control device is also disclosed. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140150869 | GAS-LIFT SAFETY VALVE ACTUATED BY A SENSOR - A valve actuator, valve, and method of actuation of a valve are disclosed. The valve actuator includes a shape memory alloy element attachable to a valve body, capable of use with a valve to cause movement of the valve between first and second positions. The valve actuator also includes a sensor located within a well and capable of detecting the presence of a fluid based on a fluid property of the fluid. The valve actuator includes a power supply electrically connected to the sensor and the shape memory alloy element, capable of applying an electric current to the shape memory alloy element in response to the sensor detecting the presence of the fluid. The electric current causes a temperature of the shape memory alloy element to increase beyond a threshold temperature at which the shape memory alloy element actuates. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150870 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM HAVING DUAL MANIFOLDS - A hydraulic system for a machine is disclosed. The hydraulic system may include a fluid tank, a first manifold, a valve body, a second manifold, and a plurality of conduits. The first manifold may be operatively attached to the fluid tank and have at least two inlets and at least one outlet in fluid communication with the fluid tank. The number of the at least one outlet may be less than the number of the at least two inlets. The second manifold may be operatively attached to the valve body and have at least one inlet in fluid communication with the valve body and at least two outlets. The number of the at least one inlet may be less than the number of the at least two outlets. The plurality of conduits may fluidly connect the at least two inlets of the first manifold and the at least two outlets of the second manifold. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150871 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OFF-LOADING LIQUIDS FROM TANK TRAILERS - A hydraulic system for off-loading liquids from a tank trailer includes a liquid pump and a compressor disposed within a housing. The liquid pump and the compressor are operated by hydraulic motors driven by an external hydraulic pump operatively coupled to a power take-off from a tractor. The hydraulic motors are in fluid communication with the hydraulic pump and with a hydraulic oil cooler that is likewise disposed within the housing. An actuator handle on a selection and/or direction valve permits an operator to select the liquid pump to off-load liquids that will not cause damage to the liquid pump by pumping the liquid from the tank trailer via a first liquid conduit through the liquid pump and via a second liquid conduit into a storage container. The actuator handle permits the operator to select the compressor to off-load liquids that can potentially cause damage to the liquid pump by pressurizing the tank trailer via a pneumatic line from the compressor and forcing the liquid via a liquid conduit into the storage container. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150872 | ROTARY CONTROL VALVE FOR REVERSE OSMOSIS FEED WATER PUMP WITH ENERGY RECOVERY - A liquid pumping system includes at least two water cylinders that are each controlled by a hydraulic piston. A rotary valve controls the hydraulic pistons. The rotary valve has an inner unit that rotates within an outer unit. Slots provided between the inner and outer units control the duration, rate and direction of hydraulic fluid supply to the hydraulic piston. A liquid pumping process comprises distributing an initial flow of pressurized hydraulic fluid between the hydraulic cylinders. The hydraulic cylinders move through a cycle in a phased relationship to provide a constant sum of flow rates from the liquid pumps. In a water treating process, feed water is pumped through the membrane unit. Brine from the membrane unit is returned to each liquid pump while that liquid pump is feeding water to the membrane unit. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150873 | MULTI-STAGE SOLIDS FEEDER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system includes a multi-stage solids feeder. The multi-stage solids feeder includes a first solids feeder having a first inlet and a first outlet, a second solids feeder having a second inlet and a second outlet, and a conduit disposed between the first outlet and the second inlet. The second solids feeder is disposed adjacent to the first solids feeder, and the conduit routes a solids flow from the first solids feeder to the second solids feeder. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150874 | GAS LINE CONTROL SYSTEM AND MODULAR VARIABLE PRESSURE CONTROLLER - A pneumatically controlled assembly, system, method and device for the regulation of pressure of a gas as it flows in a pressurized line and including at least one loading valve which is set to respond to variations in pressure in conjunction with a pneumatically actuated process control valve so as to effectively regulate and maintain pressure of the gas in the pressurized line. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150875 | HOSE DEPLOYMENT DEVICE - A hose deployment device ( | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150876 | PRESSURE MEDIUM CONTAINER FOR A HYDRAULIC MOTOR VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FILLING - The invention relates to a pressure medium container for a hydraulic motor vehicle brake system, having a housing, a filler opening, a closure element and at least one hydraulic connection to the hydraulic pressure medium supply of the motor vehicle brake system. The problem of the present invention consists in reliably managing a fluctuating pressure medium filling level while nevertheless providing a container of minimal overall size and simplifying motor vehicle maintenance. The proposed solution is to provide a structurally predetermined defined volume reservoir for receiving a pressure medium, which can be rendered hydraulically effective by arranging the closure element on the filler opening. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150877 | ECONOMICAL WASTE REMOVAL SYSTEM FOR FAT, OIL, AND GREASE - An economical fat, oil and grease removal assembly and method includes a container having a bottom, a top, at least one sidewall, an inlet and an outlet. The outlet is spaced above the bottom and below the top to define a static water level for liquid in the container. The container may include at least one divider. The container further includes a valve at an elevation such that F.O.G. floating on water in the container can flow from the container out through the valve when a valve control is engaged and opened. The assembly further includes an inlet baffle, an outlet baffle and a removable storage tank arranged to accept F.O.G. that is flowed out of the container. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140150878 | PROCESS CHAMBER GAS FLOW APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Process chamber gas flow control apparatus having a tiltable valve are disclosed. The gas flow apparatus includes a process chamber adapted to contain a substrate, an exit from the process chamber including a valve seat, and a tiltable valve configured and adapted to tilt relative to the valve seat to control flow non-uniformities within the process chamber. Systems and methods including the tiltable valve apparatus are disclosed, as are numerous other aspects. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140158204 | SECTIONED METER BOX ASSEMBLY - A sectioned meter box assembly for an agricultural metering system is provided. One metering system for distributing an agricultural product in a field includes a drive input and a drive shaft coupled to the drive input and configured to be driven in rotation by the drive input. The metering system also includes a first meter box assembly having a first housing, a first metering shaft extending through a first plurality of meter rollers within the first housing, and a second metering shaft extending through a second plurality of meter rollers within the first housing. The metering system includes a second meter box assembly having a second housing, a third metering shaft extending through a third plurality of meter rollers within the second housing, and a fourth metering shaft extending through a fourth plurality of meter rollers within the second housing. Each metering shaft is configured to be independently driven by the drive shaft. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140158205 | Method and apparatus for controlling a solenoid actuated inlet valve - A method and apparatus for controlling a solenoid actuated inlet valve to a pump chamber of a piston pump. A control circuit energizes the solenoid to open the inlet valve in synchronism with the reciprocation of the piston and thereafter de-energize the solenoid to initiate closure of the inlet valve. The inlet valve is decelerated following de-energization of the solenoid thus effectively reducing engine noise attributable to the inlet valve. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140158206 | VENT ICE PREVENTION METHOD - An improved vent ice prevention apparatus including a first conduit, a second conduit, and a third conduit, wherein the second conduit concentrically surrounds the first conduit thereby forming an annular region between the two conduits. The third conduit is in fluid communication with said annular region. The first conduit is configured to receive a cold vent stream, and the third conduit is configured to receive a dry purge stream and introduce the dry purge stream into the annular region in order to prevent ice formation. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140158207 | INTEGRATED BLOWING DEVICE - The present invention relates generally to systems and equipment for the handling and dispersal of bulk materials. Specifically, the invention relates to a pneumatic device for the handling of bulk materials which integrates the pneumatic power generating component and the material feeding component into a single device. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140158208 | DRAINING APPARATUS FOR DRAINING LIQUIDS FROM A VEHICLE, AIRCRAFT HAVING A DRAINING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DRAINING LIQUIDS FROM A VEHICLE - A draining apparatus for draining liquids from a vehicle includes a containment; a drain mast having an outlet opening and an inlet; and an actuator. The containment is adapted for being coupled with a structure of the vehicle, wherein the actuator is coupled with the drain mast and adapted for moving the drain mast into a retracted position and at least one extracted position relative to the containment, and wherein the containment is further adapted for accommodating the drain mast in the retracted position at least partially. The drainage apparatus has clear advantages regarding the parasitic drag compared to known drainage masts as it is only deployed into the flow when it is absolutely necessary. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140158209 | TWO EDUCATOR / FOUR-WAY SELECTOR VALVE ASSEMBLY - A method of controlling the flow of different flow paths of fluid is provided. The method includes rotating a valve to a first position, receiving a first concentrate in the first position, discharging the first concentrate through one of two outlets, rotating the valve to a second position, receiving a second concentrate in the second position, and discharging the second concentrate through one of the two outlets. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140166108 | Microfluidic Platform - The invention relates to a microfluidic platform ( | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166109 | FLUID DISTRIBUTION VALVE, FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM COMPRISING SAME, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM - A fluid distribution valve which selectively distributes a fluid supplied from a fluid supply source to a plurality of flow channels, includes first and second branch pipes communicated with the fluid supply source; and a valve body selectively closing either one of the two branch pipes, and including a through hole allowing a circulation of the fluid into the second branch pipe from the fluid supply source in a case wherein the first branch pipe is closed. While the valve body closes the first branch pipe in an initial state thereof, the valve body is displaced or deformed according to a pressure difference of the fluid in the a first branch pipe side and the a second branch pipe side when the fluid is supplied from the fluid supply source so as to open the first branch pipe, and to close the through hole. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166110 | DISTRIBUTOR IN MASS TRANSFER COLUMN AND METHOD OF USE - A liquid distributor is provided for receiving and distributing a liquid stream in a mass transfer column. The liquid distributor has a plurality of elongated primary troughs and a plurality of secondary troughs that are positioned adjacent the primary troughs at a location to receive at least some of the individual primary discharge streams from the primary troughs. Splash baffles are spaced a preselected distance from liquid discharge holes in the side walls of the secondary troughs to receive at least some of the individual secondary discharge streams and cause a lateral spreading thereof as the individual second discharge streams descend along the splash baffles and drip from lower edges thereof. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166111 | Sliding Sleeve Having Inverting Ball Seat - A sliding sleeve opens with a deployed ball. The sleeve has a seat disposed in the housing, and the seat has segments biased outward from one another with a C-ring or other biasing element. Initially, the seat has an expanded state in the sliding sleeve so that the seats segments expand outward against the housing's bore. When an appropriately sized ball is deployed downhole, the ball engages the expanded seat. Fluid pressure applied against the seated ball moves the seat into the inner sleeve's bore. As this occurs, the seat contracts, which increases the engagement area of the seat with the ball. Eventually, the seat reaches the shoulder in the inner sleeve so that pressure applied against the seated ball now moves the inner sleeve in the housing to open the sliding sleeve's flow port. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166112 | Sliding Sleeve Having Contracting, Dual Segmented Ball Seat - A sliding sleeve opens with a deployed ball. The sleeve has a seat disposed in the housing, and the seat has segments biased outward from one another with a C-ring or other biasing element. Initially, the seat has an expanded state in the sliding sleeve so that the seats segments expand outward against the housing's bore. When an appropriately sized ball is deployed downhole, the ball engages the expanded seat. Fluid pressure applied against the seated ball moves the seat into the inner sleeve's bore. As this occurs, the seat contracts, which increases the engagement area of the seat with the ball. Eventually, the seat reaches the shoulder in the inner sleeve so that pressure applied against the seated ball now moves the inner sleeve in the housing to open the sliding sleeve's flow port. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166113 | FLUID HANDLING DEVICE, FLUID HANDLING METHOD, AND FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM - A fluid handling device ( | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140174539 | ACTUATION SYSTEMS PRINCIPALLY FOR INFLATABLE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT - Actuations systems in which pulley systems may be used as redundant (back-up) mechanisms are described. The systems provide mechanical advantage, especially useful when manual input is required to deploy a back-up mechanism. A pulley may be integrated into a clevis, a cable routed about the pulley, and one end of the cable made stationary, causing the pulley to counterbalance approximately twice the input force provided. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140174540 | ALD Process Window Combinatorial Screening Tool - Systems and apparatus are described that facilitate the evaluation and characterization of ALD processes as a function of process parameters such as temperature, gas flow rate, and pressure. In some embodiments, systems and apparatus are described that allow the ALD process to be characterized at different pressures in a combinatorial manner. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140174541 | ROTARY SHEAR VALVE AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Exemplary embodiments are directed to rotary shear valves which include a stator, a rotor defining a cavity extending at least partially therethrough, and a bladder. The rotor is rotatably mounted relative to the stator to create at least one fluidic path therebetween. The bladder comprises a polymer disposed inside the cavity. Exemplary embodiments are also directed to methods of operating a rotary shear valve. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140174542 | DISPOSABLES FOR BLOOD TREATMENT, AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - A disposable for use in blood treatment including a blood treatment unit and two membrane pumps connected in parallel on one side of the blood treatment unit. The disposable is operable in a single-needle mode, in which the pumps generate a pulsatile flow of blood through the blood treatment unit, and in a double-needle mode, in which the pumps generate an essentially continuous flow of blood through the blood treatment unit. The pumps connect to a supply of treatment fluid such that alternating flows of treatment fluid causes the pumps to generate the desired flows of blood in the single-needle and double-needle modes. The treatment fluid may be used as motive fluid for displacing the blood in the membrane pumps and/or as control fluid for controlling opening and/or closing of upstream and downstream commutation valves in the membrane pumps. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140174543 | FAIL OPERATIONAL MODES FOR AN ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - Methods for initiating and implementing fail operational modes in an electro-hydraulic system are disclosed. In one step, a plurality of valve assemblies is provided wherein each of the valve assemblies has a pressure sensor and a position sensor in communication with an electronic system controller. The valve assemblies are in fluid communication with a hydraulic actuator, for example a linear actuator or hydraulic motor. In one step, a fault condition with one of the sensors is detected. The method may also include the steps of determining the type and location of the sensor associated with detected fault condition. In another step, an actuator state is determined wherein the actuator is in a passive state or overrunning state. Another step is initiating and implementing one of a plurality of fail operational modes based on the determination of the sensor type and location, and the actuator state. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140174544 | VALVE - A valve includes a generally cylindrical housing including first and second end portions that are offset from each other along a longitudinal axis of the generally cylindrical housing. First and second inlet ports are arranged on one of said first or second end portions, and at least one outlet port is arranged on one of said first or second end portions. A disk is disposed in the generally cylindrical housing and is configured to independently control both mixing and flow rate of fluid flowing into at least one of the first and second inlet ports. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140182682 | Mountable water spray shield - A mountable water spray shield device is shown herein. A rigid sheet attached to a rear insert section is placed by way of a mounting means attached to the undercarriage of a designated vehicle and within the area defined by the wheel well of the designated vehicle. Once placed within the mounting means, a fastening means secures the rigid sheet and insert section to the mounting means. During operation of the designated vehicle upon a wet roadway, the mountable water spray shield serves to divert water which would otherwise be emitted into the path of adjacent traffic. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182683 | EXHAUST FLOW MODIFIER, DUCT INTERSECTION INCORPORATING THE SAME, AND METHODS THEREFOR - A duct intersection comprising a first duct portion and a second duct portion extending laterally from a side of the first duct portion. At least one flow modifier is mounted inside one of the first and second duct portions. The flow modifier is a contoured duct liner and/or the flow modifier includes at least one turning vane. The duct intersection may also include a transition portion extending between the first and second duct portions, wherein the transition portion has a length extending along a side of the first duct portion and a depth extending away from the side of the first duct portion, wherein the length is greater than a diameter of the second duct portion. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182684 | Refrigerant Removal Device and Method - A refrigerant recovery system includes a recovery apparatus and a refrigerant recovery unit. The recovery apparatus includes a heat sink, a capture tank, and a hose. The capture tank is in thermal contact with the heat sink. The capture tank is configured to capture a first refrigerant from a refrigeration system. The hose is to fluidly connect the capture tank to the refrigerant system. The refrigerant recovery unit includes a refrigerant storage unit, a refrigerant circuit, a processor and a memory. The refrigerant storage unit is configured to store a second refrigerant. The refrigerant circuit is in fluid connection with the heat sink. The refrigerant circuit is configured to circulate the second refrigerant through the heat sink, a compressor, and a condenser. The processor is configured to control the refrigerant recovery unit. The memory is to store diagnostic software and operating software to operate the refrigerant recovery unit. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182685 | DRAIN DEVICE FOR WASHING MACHINE - A drain device for a washing machine includes a water storage unit connected to a tub and configured to receive wash water discharged from the tub; a drain pipe connected to the water storage unit and extending to an outside of a cabinet; and a supply pipe connected to the water storage unit and guiding external air to an inlet of the drain pipe. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182686 | Continuous Magnetic Motion Position Indicator - A continuous magnetic motion position indicator detects the position of a clapper valve. The clapper valve comprises a valve body and, disposed within the valve body, a clapper and a valve stem. The continuous magnetic motion position indicator comprises: (a) a magnetic joint assembly comprising a first set of magnets disposed inside the valve body and a second set of magnets located outside the valve body that operatively interface with the first set of magnets, and (b) a remote position transmitter and/or a local visual indicator. In operation, the magnetic joint assembly transmits rotary movement of the clapper from the valve stem to the remote position transmitter and/or local visual indicator, without the presence of a dynamic seal interface. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182687 | HYBRID MICROFLUIDIC ASSEMBLIES - Embodiments of hybrid microfluidic assemblies comprise at least one microstructure that is formed of transparent material and is substantially free of non-transparent material and further comprise at least one microstructure that is formed of non-transparent material and is substantially free of transparent material. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182688 | COMPRESSOR THROTTLING VALVE ASSEMBLY - A throttling valve assembly has an outer housing that is sealed. An actuator is connected to a pressure balanced shaft that extends into the housing to operate a plurality of linkages that can rotate blades in tandem. With the surrounding housing sealed, the shaft penetrations of the blade support shafts no longer need seals or a purge system to supply process gas during times of reduced pressure in situations with the blades nearly closed. A pressure equalization system has balance passages internal to the housing to allow flow from higher pressure zones to lower pressure zone of the process gas so as to avoid creation of a condition that can draw air into any zones of reduced pressure in the housing. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140190568 | Coolant Activated Rechargeable Energy Storage System Drain Plug - A battery pack with a drain plug. The drain plug includes a carrier defining a cavity internal to the carrier, an inlet disposed on a first surface of the carrier and an outlet disposed on a second surface of the carrier where the first surface and the second surface fluidly displaced from one another and coupled to the cavity. A soluble plug may be disposed within the cavity of the carrier; the soluble plug is configured to at least partially dissolve when fluidly coupled with a coolant allowing a portion of the coolant to flow between the inlet and the outlet and out of the battery pack. A first lead and a second lead are configured to signally connect an impedance element that is cooperative with the carrier, to a circuit such that when the continuity of the circuit is interrupted, the circuit provides notification of the activation of the drain plug to the on-board computer systems. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190569 | VALVE CONTROL MECHANISM AND METHOD - A valve controller includes a housing, and a lever extending from the housing. The lever includes a protrusion rigidly attached to the lever, and the lever is biased to an initial position. A switch has an open and a closed position. A linkage is pivotally connected to the switch, and the linkage includes a centrally disposed slot configured to receive the protrusion such that movement of the switch controls movement of the linkage and the lever such that moving the switch to the closed position closes a valve controlled by the lever regardless of a position of the lever. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190570 | VESSEL CLOSURES AND METHODS FOR USING AND MANUFACTURING SAME - Vessel closures having a variety of inserts for aseptically sealing vessels. The vessel closures have a body with one or more apertures, one or more inserts extending axially through the one or more apertures, and a cast seal surrounding the inserts. The cast seal is preferably east silicone. The vessel closures may have one or more anchors securing the inserts to the body of the vessel closure. Also disclosed are methods of manufacturing vessel closures and a method of using the vessel closures disclosed herein for circulating fluids into and out of a vessel while also having the ability to regulate the temperature of the pumped fluid. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190571 | System for and Method of Fast Pulse Gas Delivery - A system for delivering pulses of a desired mass of gas to a tool, comprising: a mass flow controller including flow sensor, a control valve and a dedicated controller configured and arranged to receive a recipe of a sequence of steps for opening and closing the control valve so as to deliver as sequence of gas pulses as a function of the recipe. The mass flow controller is configured and arranged so as to operate in either one of at least two modes: as a traditional mass flow controller (MFC) mode or in a pulse gas delivery (PGD) mode. Further, the mass flow controller includes an input configured to receive an input signal; an output configured to provide an output signal; a communication port configured to receive program instructions; memory configured and arranged to receive programming data determining the programmed configuration of the mass flow controller as either a digital or analog configuration; and a processor/controller for operating the mass flow controller in accordance with the programmed configuration. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140196788 | Storage Tank Control Valve System - A gas storage tank control valve system is presented. A valve controlling motor is electrically connected to a switch that is installed in a convenient location. Upon activation, the motor rotates the storage tank valve. An indicator visibly displays whether the liquid propane storage tank valve is open or closed. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196789 | SLEEVE VALVE WITH SYNC CAM - Sleeve valves include a valve body having an inner surface and outer surface, the inner surface and the outer surface defining an inlet, an outlet, and a body cavity between the inlet and the outlet; a sleeve disposed at least partially within the body cavity, the sleeve including at least one opening fluidly connecting the inlet to the outlet; a gate proximate to the sleeve and movable over a portion of the sleeve including the at least one opening, the gate including at least one front stop and at least one back stop connected to the gate; and a drive assembly including at least one drive line having a drive shaft and a sync cam, the sync cam of each at least one drive line movably positioned on the drive shaft and between one of the at least one front stop and one of the at least one back stop. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196790 | ANTIVORTEX DEVICE FOR MULTI-OUTLET LIQUID RESERVOIR - A liquid reservoir with a sump includes at least two outlet ports in fluid communication with a fluid conduit. An anti-vortex device includes a first plate extending across the at least two outlet ports and a second plate coupled to the first plate and extending substantially perpendicular to the first plate. The anti-vortex device is configured to disrupt formation of a vortex formed by liquid passing from the reservoir through said outlet ports. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196791 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR THE USE OF MICRO-CARRIERS IN A DISPOSABLE BIOREACTOR SYSTEM - A system and method for compartmentalizing micro-carriers in a bioreactor includes a container configured to store micro-carriers and a vessel configured to contain a fluid so as to prevent the micro-carriers from entering the vessel during sterilization, shipping, storage, or other pre-use handling of the system. One or more addition lines connect the container and the vessel such that the vessel is in fluid communication with the vessel. The one or more addition lines are contactable by at least one blocking element configured to reversibly block fluid flow between the container and the vessel. The container, addition lines, and vessel are configured to allow the micro-carriers to be injected into the vessel at any point during a cell culture run. The vessel may also include a rotatable wheel, a harvest port configured to allow for the removal of the micro-carriers from the vessel, and a media removal port comprising a retention screen for removing spent medium. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196792 | Three-Way Valve Case Apparatus - The present invention relates to a three-way valve case that has a top member, bottom member, closure member, three openings, and a hinge allowing the case to be opened and closed. The case may be adapted to receive a three-way valve. Apart from a case adapted to receive a three-way valve, a three-way valve case apparatus is also disclosed. The apparatus includes a three-way valve having three ports, a base, and an operator; and a case having a top member, bottom member, hinge, openings to receive the ports of the valve, and a closure member to support the closed state of the case. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196793 | HYDRAULIC CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD - A hydraulic control apparatus is disclosed which includes an unloading valve controlling part; an command value calculating part configured to calculate, based on an operation amount of an operation member for changing a position of the directional control valve and a discharge pressure of the hydraulic pump, a virtual negative control pressure, and calculates a control command value for the hydraulic pump based on the virtual negative control pressure; and a correcting part configured to operate under the situation where the directional control valve is in such a state that the fluid path to the hydraulic actuator is closed, wherein the correcting part corrects the control command value or a parameter, which is used in calculating the control command value, such that a discharge flow rate of the hydraulic pump is a predetermined flow rate. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140202538 | MANIFOLD - A system and method for a fluid manifold with a sensor inlet and sensor outlet located on the same side of the body of the fluid manifold. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202539 | DUAL DOOR FAN AIR MODULATING VALVE - A fan air modulating valve (FAMV) employs a pair of doors rotatably attached at the fan bypass air exit of a precooler. An actuator engages the doors for simultaneous rotation through a range of motion from a first closed position to a second open position, wherein trailing edges of said doors sealingly engage an exit plenum extending from the precooler in the first closed position and fan bypass air flow is modulated by positioning the doors within the range of motion between the first and second positions. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202540 | PLIABLE AIR DUCTS WITH ANTI-CONDENSATION NOZZLES - Pliable air ducts with anti-condensation nozzles are disclosed. An example system includes a tubular duct comprising a pliable wall dividing an interior of the tubular duct from an exterior of the tubular duct. The system includes an outlet member to be attached to the pliable wall. The outlet member defines a main air passageway with a first flow resistance therethrough and places the interior of the tubular duct in fluid communication with the exterior of the tubular duct. The system includes a secondary air passageway with a second flow resistance therethrough. The secondary air passageway is defined by at least one of the outlet member or the pliable wall and extends from the interior of the tubular duct to the exterior of the tubular duct to define an airflow path proximate the outlet member. The second flow resistance is significantly greater than the first flow resistance. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202541 | Encapsulaton Of High Temperature Molten Salts - The present disclosure relates to a method of encapsulating microcapsules containing relatively high temperature phase change materials and the microcapsules so produced. The microcapsules are coated with an inorganic binder, film former and an inorganic filler. The microcapsules may include a sacrificial layer that is disposed between the particle and the coating. The microcapsules may also include an inner coating layer, sacrificial layer and outer coating layer. The microcapsules are particularly useful for thermal energy storage in connection with, e.g., heat collected from concentrating solar collectors. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202542 | Water Vapor Distillation Apparatus, Method and System - A system for product water output. The system includes a controller, a first conductivity sensor in communication with the controller, a first product valve downstream from the first conductivity sensor and in communication with the controller, a second product valve downstream from the first product valve and in communication with the controller, a second conductivity sensor downstream from the second product valve and in communication with the controller, and a divert valve downstream from the first conductivity sensor and upstream from the first product valve and in communication with the controller. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202543 | METHOD AND A LIQUID TAP DEVICE FOR RETAINING THE TEMPERATURE OF A LIQUID IN A LIQUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - A method and a fluid tap device for retaining the temperature of a liquid, in a liquid distribution system having at least one liquid conduit extending from a liquid source to a liquid tap. After completion of a tapping operation and replacing the liquid with gas in the conduit, the refilling of liquid in the conduit is performed in three steps:
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| 20140202544 | Fitting For Changing Liquid Paths - A fitting for changing liquid paths, in particular for systems with a pressure exchanger, is provided. The pressure exchanger has pipes having alternating flow direction. The casing of the fitting includes an inlet piece, an outlet piece and a connection piece and at least one shut-off member connected to an actuator. The actuator is connected to a control device that controls the actuator to control a liquid flow between the inlet piece and the connection piece, or between the connection piece and the outlet piece. An actuator displaces a respective shut-off member arranged in each of the inlet piece and the outlet piece, with the shut-off members being axially displaceable to vary the size of flow openings that permit flow between the inlet piece and the connection piece or between the connection piece and the outlet piece. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202545 | Hydraulic Circuit - A de-aeration hydraulic circuit having application in a hydromechanical transmissions utilizes a hydraulic fluid reservoir to de-aerate hydraulic fluid. The circuit includes a high pressure side and a low pressure side having a bleed down valve therebetween, the opening of the bleed down valve causing fluid to flow from the high pressure side to the low pressure side and through a valve to the hydraulic fluid reservoir where the pressure drop causes gas that is entrained in the fluid to bubble out and vent from the atmospheric reservoir. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202546 | MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEM - The present invention provides microfluidic technology enabling rapid and economical manipulation of reactions on the femtoliter to microliter scale. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202547 | PVDF PYROLYZATE ADSORBENT AND GAS STORAGE AND DISPENSING SYSTEM UTILIZING SAME - A polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) pyrolyzate adsorbent is described, having utility for storing gases in an adsorbed state, and from which adsorbed gas may be desorbed to supply same for use. The PVDF pyrolyzate adsorbent can be of monolithic unitary form, or in a bead, powder, film, particulate or other finely divided form. The adsorbent is particularly suited for storage and supply of fluorine-containing gases, such as fluorine gas, nitrogen trifluoride, carbo-fluoride gases, and the like. The adsorbent may be utilized in a gas storage and dispensing system, in which the adsorbent is contained in a supply vessel, from which sorbate gas can be selectively dispensed. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202548 | METHOD FOR ATTENUATING NOISE PRODUCED BY PIPES AND PIPE ARRANGEMENT - The present invention relates to a method for attenuating noise produced by steam flowing through a pipe, comprising the steps of providing a pipe arrangement ( | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140216556 | Check Valves, Systems and Methods of Operation of Same - A system and a method for actuating a sealing element ( | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216557 | CONNECTING DEVICE WITH A CLAMPING DEVICE FOR CONNECTING TO AN ARRANGEMENT FOR CLOSING FLOW PATHS AND MONITORING THE STATUS OF THE CLAMPING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SAME - The present invention relates to a connecting device for connecting an external function device to an arrangement and for cutting off flow paths by accommodating a clamping device, wherein a pressure-measuring unit and/or a length-measuring unit is adjusted for detecting a clamping force and/or a distance such that it is possible to monitor the status of the clamping device. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216558 | WATER INLET ARRANGEMENT - The invention relates to a water inlet arrangement for the use in fish tanks in aquaculture, including a pipe to feed water into the tank, the pipe having a plurality of openings and, for a better adjustment of the flow, a surrounding second element having a plurality of openings and/or a fixed or adjustable shield are provided. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216559 | DROPLET ACTUATOR WITH LOCAL VARIATION IN GAP HEIGHT TO ASSIST IN DROPLET SPLITTING AND MERGING OPERATIONS - The present invention is directed to droplet actuators with local variation in gap height and methods of their use to facilitate droplet splitting and merging operations. The droplet actuators have increased gap-height regions that track droplet transport paths such that droplets can be transported along the paths with reduced risk of merging with droplets on adjacent paths. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140230903 | Apparatus and Method for Blocking Sewer Gas - A device and method for preventing the backflow of undesirable gases from being drawn up through a drain line into a room. The device is particularly useful in applications where liquid flow into the drain is infrequent, resulting in little or no liquid left standing in the P-trap to serve as a gas barrier. When installed the device prevents the unwanted backflow of sewer gases into the room above. However, if water or a similar liquid is introduced into the drain line, the device dissolves, thereby allowing the liquid to pass down the drain line. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140230904 | Float Device - A float device for use in drawing liquids such as fuel from a tank or other reservoir is disclosed. The device comprises a float arranged for rising and falling with the level of liquid in the tank and a liquid pick-up duct, which comprises a flexible tube having its free end coupled to the float. The float is arranged for vertical movement within a filter or other member, which encloses the float and the flexible tube. The filter or other member is elongate and tubular in construction and comprises an open lower end. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140230905 | CONDENSATE DRAINAGE MEANS WITH FAULT MONITORING - A method for fault monitoring of a discharge valve of a condensate drainage means of a pressurized gas system includes a closing step wherein the control circuit triggers a closing movement of the valve element in the direction of the closed position, and/or an opening step wherein the control circuit triggers an opening movement of the valve element in the direction of the open position, and a subsequent step for monitoring the closed or open positions of the valve element. In the step for monitoring the closed position, a non-closed position is detected on the basis of a discharge flow of the pressurized gas, of the condensate or of mixtures thereof in the discharge region or at the valve element. In the step for monitoring the open position, a discharge flow of the pressurized gas, of the condensate or of mixtures thereof in the discharge region or at the valve element is detected. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140230906 | AUTOMATED FLUID REFILL SYSTEM AND USES THEREOF - The invention relates generally to laboratory systems that employ fluids, such as deionized water or other aqueous media. In particular, in certain embodiments, the invention provides automated systems for supplying fluids to laboratory equipment and uses thereof. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140238493 | SEISMICALLY ACTIVATED GAS SHUT-OFF VALVE - A gas shut-off valve assembly designed to automatically close gas flow in a gas conduit in response to a seismic vibration comprises a trigger mechanism disposed in a trigger mechanism housing, a springless sealing mechanism disposed in a valve housing, a latching mechanism configured to engage the springless sealing mechanism to keep the gas conduit open, and a pressure release valve. Upon sensing a seismic vibration, the trigger mechanism disengages the springless sealing mechanism from the latching mechanism. Simultaneously, the springless sealing mechanism swings down and rotates around an axis by gravitational force to close off gas flow in the conduit. To reopen gas flow, the pressure release valve is actuated to relieve accumulated gas pressure inside the valve housing and the springless sealing mechanism is manually reset to its original open position. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238494 | CURRENT DRIVING SYSTEM FOR A SOLENOID - A current driving system for a solenoid valve is described herein. In an embodiment, the current driving system comprises a pre-driver to control a control input of a transistor coupled to an electrical input of a solenoid valve. The transistor inducts electric power into the solenoid valve when the transistor is switched on. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238495 | Dynamic Fluid Gas Bleeder Manifold - Disclosed are high pressure test systems and methods. One dynamic fluid gas bleeder manifold includes gas outlet having opposing first and second ends and defining first opening at first end of gas outlet, wherein gas outlet extends between first and second ends along longitudinal axis of gas bleeder manifold, a first fluid inlet having opposing first and second ends defines second opening at first end of first fluid inlet, wherein first fluid inlet extends between first and second ends along first direction forming first acute angle with longitudinal axis, a second fluid inlet having opposing first and second ends defines third opening at first end of second fluid inlet, wherein second fluid inlet extends between first and second ends of second fluid inlet along second direction forming second acute angle with longitudinal axis, an internal fluid passage fluidly couples gas outlet to first and second fluid inlets. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238496 | Apparatus For Providing a Gas - The application relates to an apparatus for providing a gas for the introduction thereof into an incubation chamber, comprising an inlet port ( | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238497 | ONE-WAY VALVE - A one-way valve, comprises a valve housing; a valve member provided within the valve housing, the valve member being operative to open and close the valve and comprising a diaphragm with a central orifice to allow fluid to pass from one side of the diaphragm to the other; a valve inlet provided on a first side of the diaphragm; and a valve outlet provided on a second side of the diaphragm; wherein the configuration of the diaphragm and the valve housing biases the diaphragm to seal the inlet at rest. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140246095 | MULTI-PHASE PUMP SYSTEM AND METHOD OF PUMPING A TWO-PHASE FLUID STREAM - A multi-phase pump system and method that directs incoming two-phase flow into a fixed cylinder that contains a vortical flow. The system includes a momentum-driven, vortex phase separator, the phase separator accepting liquid-gas flows at any ratio from all liquid to all gas. The pump system also includes a liquid prime mover; a gas prime mover; and a control system. The vortical flow is driven by injecting the two-phase or another fluid stream tangent or approximately tangent to the curved surface of the cylindrical chamber. Inertial forces generated within the vortical flow drive a buoyancy-driven separation process within the cylindrical chamber. Single-phase prime movers are then used to pump the separated phases to a higher pressure. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140246096 | SEMI-AROMATIC-POLYAMIDE-BASED FLEXIBLE COMPOSITION, PROCESS FOR PREPARING SAME AND USES THEREOF - The present invention relates to a composition comprising: from 33 to 40% by weight of at least one crosslinked po-lyolef in obtained from at least one product (A) comprising an unsaturated epoxide and from at least one product (B) comprising an unsaturated carboxylic acid anhydride, from 3 to 10% by weight of at least one plasticizer, the rest being made up of at least one se-mi-aromatic polyamide, wherein the weight contents of (A) and (B), denoted respectively [A] and [B], are such that the [B]/[A] ratio is between 3 and 14. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing such a composition and also to the uses thereof. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140251437 | Automatic Air Tank Purge System - The present invention provides a system that automatically purges contaminants from an air pressure tank when the emergency brakes of a vehicle are set. In one preferred embodiment, the system comprises a valve comprising an input port, an exhaust port, and a control port. The input port is in fluid connection with a drain on the pressurized air tank, and the control port is in fluid connection with an emergency brake line of the vehicle. When the emergency brakes are engaged, the valve is open such that the input port and the exhaust port are in fluid connection operable for air and contaminants from the pressurized air tank to be expelled from the pressurized air tank through the exhaust port. When the emergency brakes are not engaged, the valve is closed such that the input port and exhaust port are not in fluid connection. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251438 | MIXING SYSTEM AND VALVE ASSEMBLY - A mixing system is disclosed in which the system comprises a source of bone-graft or bone-graft-substitute material, a liquid source, and a vacuum source, at least one of the source of bone-graft or bone-graft-substitute material and the liquid source being in communication with the vacuum source. A valve assembly also forms part of the system, the valve assembly having a valve movable between a first position in which a first fluid passageway is created between the source of bone-graft or bone-graft-substitute material and the vacuum, and a second position in which a second fluid passageway is created between the source of bone-graft or bone-graft-substitute material and the liquid source, wherein, in the second position, the valve seals off the first fluid passageway, the vacuum source being adapted to generate a negative-pressure environment, relative to atmospheric pressure, within the valve assembly while the valve is in the first position. Methods of utilizing the aforementioned system are also disclosed. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251439 | Underdrain and Method for Transferring Forces and Directing Flow - An underdrain system for transferring forces and directing flow includes at least one underdrain block having a top wall, a bottom wall, and two side walls connecting the top wall to the bottom wall to define a block interior. An insert is disposed in the interior of the underdrain block. The insert includes force-transmitting buttresses spaced along an exterior of the insert that contacts the two side walls of the underdrain block and act to transfer downward forces acting on the top wall of the underdrain block and internal fluid forces acting on the insert to the side walls of the underdrain block. The force-transmitting buttresses can also direct hydraulic flow. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251440 | LUBRICATION OF TRANSFER PLATES USING AN OIL OR OIL IN WATER EMULSIONS - This disclosure relates to transfer plate lubricant compositions and methods of transporting open containers across stationary transfer plates. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251441 | FLOW ISOLATION SYSTEM - A flow isolation system for connecting a source of pressurized fluid to plumbing for using the fluid. A generally vertical flow chamber extends from a lower end to an upper end, with an inlet for a pressurized fluid is disposed in a sidewall of the vertical chamber in a position near but paced above the lower end, and an outlet disposed in a sidewall of the vertical chamber in a position near but below the upper end. An evacuation tube extends from an open end near the lower portion of the vertical chamber to an evacuation valve disposed in the upper end. A gas inlet may be disposed in the upper end. When both the exit and inlet are closed, the system may be evacuated by connecting pressurized gas to the gas inlet to force fluid up the evacuation tube and out the evacuation valve. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140261693 | IRRIGATION SYSTEM WITH FREEZE PROTECTION AND METHOD - Apparatus and method are provided herein for causing and controlling the injection of antifreeze material into a water line of an irrigation system. The irrigation system comprises an antifreeze supply unit including an antifreeze storage container containing a liquid antifreeze coupled to a water line of the irrigation system. A control unit is coupled to the antifreeze supply unit. The control unit is configured to cause the antifreeze supply unit to inject at least some of the liquid antifreeze from the antifreeze storage container into the water line. The control unit can cause the antifreeze supply unit to inject the liquid antifreeze from the antifreeze storage container in response to temperature data received from a sensor unit or in response to user input at the control unit. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261694 | VALVE WITH FAIL-SAFE DEVICE - A power operated valve for controlling fluid flow is provided with a fail-safe device responsive to failure of the power supply to the valve to shut-off fluid flow. A valve member is coupled to linear actuator for movement towards and away from a closed position for controlling fluid flow through the valve. The linear actuator is held in a control position by the fail-safe device for normal operation of the valve with the power supply on. The fail-safe device responds to failure of the power supply to release the linear actuator. When the linear actuator is released, energy stored n a spring while the linear actuator was held in the control position is released and biases the linear actuator away from the control position causing the valve member to move to the closed position to shut-off fluid flow. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261695 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING NATURAL GAS TO MULTIPLE ENGINES DISPOSED UPON MULTIPLE CARRIERS - Apparatus for providing natural gas from an external gas source to multiple engines disposed upon multiple carries includes a gas supply conduit mounted upon each carrier. Each gas supply conduit has a connector conduit engaged at one end therewith and being releasably engageable at the other end with the gas supply conduit of another carrier or the gas source. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261696 | IN-LINE VALVE WITH IMPROVED FLOW - An improved in-line fluid valve for use with low pressure fluid sources containing pollutants. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261697 | WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM TANK SELECTOR VALVE ASSEMBLY - A valve assembly for a twin tank-type water treatment system includes and a tank selector valve assembly that includes first and second rotary selector valves driven in concert with another by a reversible electric motor. The motor drives the first and second selector valves between (a) a first position in which an untreated water inlet and a treated water outlet of the valve assembly are coupled to a first resin tank, and a second resin tank is connected to a regeneration valve, and (b) a second position which the untreated water inlet and the treated water outlet of the valve assembly are coupled to the second resin tank, and the first resin tank is connected to a regeneration valve. The rotary valves may be disks that rotate relatively rapidly on a common shaft driven by the electric motor through an arc of 180° or less. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261698 | WAFER CARRIER WITH TEMPERATURE DISTRIBUTION CONTROL - Wafer carrier arranged to hold a plurality wafers and to inject a fill gas into gaps between the wafers and the wafer carrier for enhanced heat transfer and to promote uniform temperature of the wafers. The apparatus is arranged to vary the composition, flow rate, or both of the fill gas so as to counteract undesired patterns of temperature non-uniformity of the wafers. In various embodiments, the wafer carrier utilizes at least one plenum structure contained within the wafer carrier to source a plurality of weep holes for passing a fill gas into the wafer retention pockets of the wafer carrier. The plenum(s) promote the uniformity of the flow, thus providing efficient heat transfer and enhanced uniformity of wafer temperatures. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261699 | MAIN VALVE WITH INTERNAL RIGID STRUCTURE - A valve assembly is described herein that includes a valve plate and a main valve contacting the valve plate, the main valve having an internal rigid structure and an outer shell, the internal rigid structure having a top surface, a bottom surface, and a side surface. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261700 | HIGH THERMAL TRANSFER FLOW-THROUGH HEAT EXCHANGER - A flow-through heater for heating a fluid comprises: a high thermal conductivity conduit-defining body shaped to provide, within the conduit-defining body, a helical-shaped or spiral-shaped conduit that extends between an inlet port and an outlet port; and one or more heating elements operatively connected to an exterior of the conduit-defining body for providing heat to the conduit-defining body and to any fluid flowing through the conduit. Because of the high thermal conductivity of the conduit-defining body, all of the surfaces of the conduit-defining body that actually define the conduit contribute significantly to heating the fluid in the conduit. Each conduit-defining surface may contribute to heating the fluid in approximately equal proportion to its conduit-defining surface area. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261701 | Collapsible Air Duct with Inflatable Insulative Sleeve - A collapsible air duct with inflatable insulative sleeve for supplying preconditioned air from a remote source to aircraft and similar vehicles. The system includes first annular interior chamber substantially surrounded by an a non-rigid inflatable sleeve which provides a thermal barrier from adverse environmental conditions. The non-rigid inflatable sleeve is filled by a portion of the air supply transiting the annular interior chamber through a series of perforations, thus providing an insulative air layer. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261702 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COLLECTING POWDER GENERATED DURING FILM DEPOSITION PROCESS - An apparatus for controlling a flow of gas comprises a spiral path guiding member. The spiral path guiding member comprises at least two groups of guiding plates. Each guiding plate of each group is disposed in an axial direction to form a longitudinal axis. Each group is spaced apart in the longitudinal direction. A surface of each guiding plate is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. At least one guiding plate of each group has a guiding plate opening. Guiding plate openings of the guiding plates may facilitate gas to flow in a spiral flow path. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261703 | METHOD TO DETECT VALVE DEVIATION - Methods for detecting valve leakage and apparatus for the same are provided. In one embodiment, a method for detecting a valve leakage includes flowing a gas through a diverter valve, determining a pressure in a gas source provided to the diverter valve, comparing the determined pressure value with an expected pressure value, and generating a signal in response to the comparison. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261704 | GAS REGULATOR, CONTROL INTERFACE MODULE, AND METHODS FOR SURGICAL APPLICATIONS - A regulator for regulating the pressure and flow of gas traveling between a gas inlet and a gas outlet. A first pressure regulator in fluid communication with the gas inlet and configured to prevent gas flowing downstream of the first pressure regulator from exceeding a first pressure. A first line between the first pressure regulator and the gas outlet. A second pressure reducing device in fluid communication with the first line downstream of the first pressure regulator and configured to prevent gas flowing in the first line at a point downstream of the second pressure regulator from exceeding a second pressure. A control valve actuatable to an open position when gas is transmitted to a first pilot valve at or below the second pressure, the first pilot valve in fluid communication with the first line. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261705 | LIQUID TRANSPORTING APPARATUS AND LIQUID TRANSPORTING METHOD - A liquid transporting apparatus includes a driving section that transports a the liquid; a control section that controls the driving section, based on a control pattern; and an operation section that is operated to change the control pattern for controlling the driving section. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261706 | Media Suction Devices and Methods - Devices and methods are provided for removing media from a culture vessel that decreases disruption of the interface between the cellular material and media within the vessel such that aspiration and removal of cells or cell clusters along with the media is minimized. In addition, the media fluid turbulence is decreased so as to minimize the activation or disruption of cells and cell clusters. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261707 | PORTABLE TANKING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Some embodiments include a method of providing substantially uninterrupted gas service by coupling at least one gas cylinder to a portable tanking assembly. The tanking assembly can include a cart including a rear frame and a coupled carrier frame supported on an axle with wheels. In some embodiments, the carrier frame can include a caged regulation assembly housing at least a portion of a regulation apparatus with an upstream supply end coupled to a downstream delivery end. In some embodiments, the regulation apparatus includes a primary regulator coupled a one relief valve. The relief valve can be coupled to a downstream regulator, coupled to a water column gauge. In some embodiments, the regulation apparatus further includes a delivery valve. In some embodiments, the delivery valve comprises a distribution manifold assembly including a manifold and a plurality of distribution couplers coupled to the manifold. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261708 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MANIPULATING DEFORMABLE FLUID VESSELS - A fluid container comprises a first vessel, a second vessel connected or connectable to the first vessel, and a sealing partition preventing fluid flow from the second vessel. The container further includes a spherical opening element initially supported within the second vessel by the sealing partition and configured to be contacted with the sealing partition to open the sealing partition and permit fluid flow from the second vessel | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261709 | CONTROL RELIABLE PNEUMATIC ENERGY ISOLATION VALVE WITH SOFT START FUNCTION - A valve assembly includes a valve including an inlet and an outlet, and a soft start valve in a normally closed position and located upstream of the valve. The soft start valve opens when a percentage of an outlet pressure at the outlet of the valve to an inlet pressure of the inlet of the valve reaches a predetermined percentage to allow fluid to flow through the soft start valve to the valve. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261710 | Faucet Dryer - A faucet with a forced air dryer. The forced air dryer provides forced air for drying an object adjacent the faucet water outlet. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261711 | EffiCiently and Easily Opening and Closing a Canister Valve - The present disclosure relates to a method including the steps of receiving a canister in a canister connection housing. The canister includes a canister fitment and a canister valve. The housing includes a receiver fitment and a door. The method includes the step of lowering the receiver fitment of the housing over the canister fitment. The lowering of the receiver fitment is caused by a closing of the housing door. The present disclosure further relates to an apparatus. An apparatus including a nest configured to receive a canister, a door configured to rotate about an angle so as to open and close, a receiver fitment configured to connect to a canister fitment, and an over-center movement mechanism connected to the door and the receiver fitment. The over-center movement mechanism is configured to move the receiver fitment along an axis as the door is rotated about the angle. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261712 | Skimmer System - A method and device for extracting fluid from a body of fluid is has a bellows with a feed system interfaced to a first end of the bellows. A floating head is interfaced to a distal second end of the bellows and has one or more buoyancy elements. The buoyancy elements cause the floating head to float at a surface of the fluid. One or more inlets on a lower surface of the floating head are in fluid communication with the distal second end of the bellows, such that, fluid from a stratum beneath the surface of the fluid is drawn into the inlet(s), passes through the bellows, and into the feed system. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140283915 | Hydraulic Control System Having Relief Flow Capture - A hydraulic circuit may be provided. The circuit may include: a pump to supply pressurized fluid to a circuit; a supply passageway coupled between the pump and the circuit; a relief flow passageway coupled between the supply passageway and a fluid reservoir; a relief flow capture circuit coupled to the relief flow passageway, the relief flow capture circuit including: a first valve configured to move from a closed position to an open position when a first pressure is detected; a second valve in fluid communication with the first valve, the second valve configured to move from a closed position to an open position when a second pressure is detected wherein the second pressure is lower than the first pressure; and an accumulator located between the first and second valves and in fluid communication with both the first and second valves, the accumulator configured to store fluid flowing through the first valve when the first pressure valve is in an open position, the accumulator further configured to outflow fluid through the second valve when the second valve is in an open position. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140283916 | AIR PIPE HEAD - An air pipe head having a housing bounding a venting channel and a chamber. The venting channel has an end port opening downwards into the chamber. A float member is arranged in the chamber and guided for guided movement between an uppermost position closing off the end port and a lowermost position spaced below the end port. The chamber communicates with surroundings of the air pipe head via at least one side port. A downwardly facing surface portion of the float member in its lowermost position is shielded in substantially all lateral directions and an upper surface portion of the float member in its lowermost position is left exposed through said side port. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140290749 | AIRCRAFT ICE PROTECTION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MITIGATING ENGINE OVER-BLEED - A system and method for controlling aircraft anti-ice bleed air flow in an anti-ice system. The system includes a modulating shut-off valve that is moveable between a closed position and a plurality of open positions. Bleed air pressure upstream of the modulating shut-off valve is measured when the modulating shut-off valve is in the closed position. When an anti-ice initiation signal is received in a processor, the processor determines, based on at least the measured bleed air pressure when the anti-ice initiation signal was received, an initial open position of the modulating shut-off valve. The processor also commands the modulating shut-off valve to move to the initial open position, determines when a predetermined event occurs, and commands the modulating shut-off valve to remain in the initial open position until the predetermined event occurs period. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20140290750 | METHOD OF DETERMINING AN OPERATING STATE OF A TRANSMISSION LATCHING VALVE - A valve monitoring system includes a latching valve, a travel sensor, and a processor. The latching valve has a snap spring, a valve piston, and an inlet port. The travel sensor is for measuring travel of the valve piston between an activation pressure and a zero pressure. The processor is connected to the travel sensor for calculating a rate of travel of the valve piston and determining a latched state of the valve. In some example embodiments, the activation pressure is greater than a normal operating pressure. In some example embodiments, determining a latched state of the valve includes calculating a derivative of the rate of travel. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20140290751 | METHOD OF STORING AND USING NATURAL GAS IN A VEHICLE - A method of storing and using natural gas (NG) in a vehicle includes selecting a vehicle having an NG tank for fueling an engine of the vehicle. The tank service pressure rating is 3600 psi (pounds per square inch) and an NG adsorbent is in the tank. A first quantity of NG is transferred into the tank from a first source having a first source pressure less than 725 psi. The adsorbent adsorbs a portion of the NG. After transferring the first quantity of NG, the engine is operated until NG is desorbed and consumed by the engine. NG is transferred into the tank from a second source to fill the tank to a second tank pressure of about 3600 psi. The adsorbent adsorbs some of the NG. After transferring the second quantity of the NG, the engine is operated until NG is desorbed and consumed by the engine. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20140299193 | HYDROPHILIC FLUID TRANSPORT DEVICE - Hydrophilic articles and methods of using such articles are described. The hydrophilic articles include a hydrophilic layer comprising sintered, acidified silica nanoparticles attached to a substrate. A spacer layer attached to a first portion of the hydrophilic layer defines at least one fluid transport channel bounded on one side by a second portion of the hydrophilic layer. The nano-particles may include one or both of spherical and elongated nanoparticles. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140299194 | MULTI-VALVE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM AND INJECTION METHOD - A multi-valve fuel injection system comprising an electronic unit pump for outputting high pressure fuel; a low pressure fuel pipe for inputting fuel into the plunger cavity of the electronic unit pump; a fuel supply cam for propelling the movement of the plunger of the electronic unit pump to produce high pressure fuel; at least two electronically controlled fuel injectors for injecting fuel; high pressure fuel injection pipe connecting the electronic unit pump and the electronically controlled fuel injectors for transporting the high pressure fuel outputted form the electronic unit pump to the electronically controlled fuel injectors, respectively, for controlling the electronic unit pump and the opening and closing of solenoid valves in the fuel injectors. The fuel injection system can achieve large range fuel injection and high circulating response. Also disclosed is a fuel injection method for the multi-valve fuel injection system. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140299195 | SINTERING DEVICE - A sintering device ( | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140299196 | Water Lifting System and Method Having Such a System - A water lifting system, in particular a fire extinguishing system for offshore installations, such as oil and/or gas production platforms or ships or the like, and a method for operating a water lifting system, is provided. The system includes a pump, a pump-turbine assembly having a pump unit and a turbine unit, and a line connecting the pump-turbine assembly's pump unit output opening and the pump suction opening through which a volume flow (Q | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140305506 | Apparatus and Method for Inhibiting Propagation of a Flame Front - An apparatus includes a foreline for conveying a waste stream which is drawn from a process chamber to a pumping mechanism. The foreline comprises an isolation valve for selectively isolating the pumping mechanism from the process chamber and a bypass positioned around the isolation valve. The apparatus further comprises a controller for actuating the isolation valve. The controller is configured to cause the isolation valve to be closed when the waste stream is initially drawn from the process chamber, during which time the waste stream is conveyed to the pumping mechanism via the bypass. The bypass includes means for inhibiting propagation of a flame front therethrough. The controller is configured to cause the isolation valve to be opened once a pressure within a region upstream of the isolation valve has been reduced below a value at which propagation of a flame front within the waste stream can be sustained. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140311576 | Integrated Hydraulic Accumulator Dual Shut-Off Valve - An integrated shut-off valve unit for a hydraulic accumulator comprises primary and secondary shut-off valves. In a first closed state, where only the primary shut-off valve is closed, auxiliary portions of a hydraulic circuit are energized without energizing the power-producing portion. In a second closed state, both valves are closed, isolating all portions of the circuit. The valve unit is opened from the first closed state by equalizing pressure across the primary shut-off valve and commanding it open. The valve unit is opened from the second closed state by pumping fluid across the secondary valve toward the hydraulic accumulator. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140311577 | SELF REPLENISHING ACCUMULATOR - An accumulator includes a cylinder for containing a working fluid and a first volume of pressurized gas, the gas and fluid being separated by a displaceable piston and a first seal contacting the piston and the cylinder, a reservoir carried on the piston for containing a second volume of pressurized gas, and a device that permits gas flow from the second volume into the first volume. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140311578 | CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE LUMEN TUBE - The present invention relates to the invention relates to an assembly of a dual lumen tubing as described above and a dual bore connector as described above having a first flow conduit along the first lumen and the first bore, and having a second flow conduit from the second bore, via a circumferential groove and along the second lumen. Such an assembly may be used in connection with an extracorporeal circuit of a haemodialysis machine or an infusion set. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140318629 | Method for Handling Bituminous Crude Oil in Tank Cars - Bituminous heavy crude oil is kept at elevated temperatures in order to flow and may be transported in one direction, and light hydrocarbons typically comprising of mixtures of components of which the majority will have molecular chain lengths of 2 to 12 carbon atoms, such as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Natural Gas Liquids (NGL), light naphtha, natural gasoline and natural gas condensates may be transported in the opposite direction. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140318630 | Handling Bituminous Crude Oil in Tank Cars - Bituminous heavy crude oil is kept at elevated temperatures in order to flow and may be transported in one direction, and light hydrocarbons typically comprising of mixtures of components of which the majority will have molecular chain lengths of 2 to 12 carbon atoms, such as Natural Gas Liquids (NGL), light naphtha, natural gasoline and natural gas condensates may be transported in the opposite direction. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140318631 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONVERTING FOOD WASTE OIL INTO BIODIESEL FUEL - This invention provides the market with low-cost retrieval of valuable used cooking oil to customer distribution centers, where a mobile production unit visits to create biodiesel fuel, which can be immediately used by customers to fuel their fleet. In some variations, a method comprises identifying a network of customer distribution centers, collecting used cooking oil transported from users to customer distribution centers, providing a mobile reactor to convert used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel under effective reaction conditions, producing biodiesel fuel on-site at the customer distribution centers, and introducing the biodiesel fuel, directly or via a fuel blend, into fleet vehicles. Related systems and apparatus are also disclosed. This invention provides a clean source of energy from waste, a lower-cost alternatives to petroleum-derived diesel fuel, and improved environmental footprints including lower fuel use and lower total carbon emissions. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140326320 | COLD GAS GENERATOR FOR PROVIDING COLD GAS FOR ACTIVATING AN AIR BAG AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING COLD GAS FOR ACTIVATING AN AIR BAG - A cold gas generator for providing cold gas for an activation of an air bag, the cold gas generator having a cold gas outlet for connection to the air bag, a first volume for a first cold gas, a first connecting device, a second volume for a second cold gas and a second connecting device. The first connecting device is developed to connect the first volume to the cold gas outlet, in response to a first activating pulse. The second connecting device is developed to connect the second volume to the cold gas outlet or to the first volume. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140326321 | CAPACITIVE SENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A FAUCET - An electronic faucet comprises a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a single capacitive sensor coupled to a portion of the faucet. The single capacitive sensor provides both a touch sensor and a proximity sensor for the electronic faucet. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140332081 | MANIFOLD DESIGNS, AND FLOW CONTROL IN MULTICHANNEL MICROCHANNEL DEVICES - Novel manifolds and methods of flow through manifolds are described. Apparatus and techniques are described in which flow from a relatively large volume header is equally distributed to process channels. Methods of making laminated, microchannel devices are also described. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140332082 | LEAKAGE PROTECTION PADS - The invention relates to the prevention of small leakages from transfer lines used for transferring liquids, e.g. oil, between ships, oil platforms and other structures or vessels, where the transfer lines extend over open water. In such situations, small amounts of oil can leak from e.g. a corroded joint, causing an environmental impact which may be a notifiable event. A pad may be fastened around a joint or other part of the transfer line which may be at risk of leakage or seepage, which is capable of soaking up the small volumes of liquid which are likely to be involved (a liter or so). The pad includes a sorbent zone and an outer impermeable layer which may have a transparent or translucent portion. The pad is preferably also equipped with a floatation element. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140332083 | Microfluidic Device - The present disclosure teaches an apparatus and a method for providing one or more substance liquids to a microfluidic channel network ( | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140332084 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PREVENTING OR REDUCING CONTAMINATION ENHANCED LASER INDUCED DAMAGE (C-LID) TO OPTICAL COMPONENTS USING GAS PHASE ADDITIVES - Systems and methods for preventing or reducing contamination enhanced laser induced damage (C-LID) to optical components are provided including a housing enclosing an optical component, a container configured to hold a gas phase additive and operatively coupled to the housing; and a delivery system configured to introduce the gas phase additive from the container into the housing and to maintain the gas phase additive at a pre-selected partial pressure within the housing. The gas phase additive may have a greater affinity for the optical component than does a contaminant and may be present in an amount sufficient to inhibit laser induced damage resulting from contact between the contaminant and the optical component. The housing may be configured to maintain a sealed gas environment or vacuum. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140345694 | LOW FRICTION FUEL METERING VALVE - A method of metering fuel with a fuel valve. The method includes arranging a spool within to a sleeve along an axis, wherein the spool includes four seal lands. The sleeve includes a fuel inlet aperture, a fuel outlet aperture, and a shutoff port. A first cavity and a second cavity are defined between the spool, the sleeve, and subsets of the seal lands. The fuel inlet port and the fuel outlet port abut one such cavity. Sliding the spool along the axis results in the fuel outlet aperture extending longitudinally beyond the second seal land in the upstream direction. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140345695 | GREY WATER INTERFACE FOR HIGH FLOW APPLICATIONS IN VACUUM SYSTEMS - Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to a flow control unit for controlling liquid flow in a vacuum waste system. In one embodiment, the flow control unit provides a series of valves that direct liquid flow. The unit may also have an intermediate transfer tube that holds a portion of the liquid to be directed, prior to delivery of the liquid to left and right transfer tubes. In one embodiment, the unit may be installed on board a passenger transport vehicle. A particularly beneficial use of the flow control unit is on a private aircraft for use as a shower control unit. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140345696 | ATMOSPHERIC CIRCULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - An artificially created atmospheric circulation system comprising a plurality of vortex generating units ( | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140345697 | ACTUATOR - In order to solve the problem of the generation of the interspace between layers, the present invention provides an actuator including: a conductive polymer layer; an ambient temperature molten salt layer; and an opposite electrode layer; wherein the ambient temperature molten salt layer is interposed between the conductive polymer layer and the opposite electrode layer, the ambient temperature molten salt layer includes an adhesive layer in the inside thereof; one surface of the adhesive layer adheres to the conductive polymer layer; and the other surface of the adhesive layer adheres to the opposite electrode layer. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140345698 | Multi-vane throttle valve - A multi-vane throttling valve for a vacuum process chamber includes a reciprocal vane pivotally connected to and extending backwardly away from a back side of each of a plurality of rotatable vanes, and a stationary reciprocal vane angling assembly fixed in a predefined position and having an assembly pin extending transversely toward the reciprocal vane a predefined distance sufficient to support the reciprocal vane whereby the stationary angling assembly causes the reciprocal vane to pivot in a range between a substantially parallel position with the respective rotatable vane and a transverse position with the respective rotatable vane when the respective rotatable vane is rotated. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140352789 | CHARGE VALVE SEALING SYSTEM - A charge valve system includes a valve fitting housing a valve and a cap sealing the fluid from escaping the charge valve system. The valve fitting may include a fitting exterior surface diameter. The cap may include an inner sidewall diameter greater than the fitting exterior surface diameter so that the cap inner sidewall may be spaced from the fitting exterior surface. In some embodiments, the cap inner sidewall may be slid over the valve fitting into compressed engagement sealing the cap over the valve fitting. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140352790 | PNEUMATIC DIRECTIONAL VALVE AND METHOD OF OPERATION - A pneumatic system for operating a hydraulic valve is provided. The system may include: a first piston set; a first connector attached to the first piston operably connecting the first piston; a first spring biasing the first piston to move in an axial direction; a second port in the first housing; a second piston set with in a second cavity defined by a second housing; a second connector attached to the second piston, a second spring biasing the second piston to move in an axial direction; a first port in the second housing; and a second port in the second housing configured to provide fluid communication with in the second cavity at a second end of the second piston. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140352791 | AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC AIR BLEED VALVE SYSTEM - An aircraft hydraulic air bleed valve system having an air vent valve connected to an electronic controller where the opening of the air vent valve is permitted only when the aircraft is in a pre-determined flight mode where the aircraft flight mode is determined by a gyroscope connected to the controller. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140373922 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING HYDRATION OF A BIOMATERIAL - A device and method for improving hydration of a biomaterial includes a syringe having a cavity therein and a distal opening, an end cap, and a wall operatively coupled to the end cap. The end cap has a distal plate with an inlet and is removably attached to the syringe to cover the distal opening. The wall is positioned proximate to the inlet and at least partially defines a volume in fluid communication with the inlet. An orifice extends through the wall and fluidly connects the volume to the cavity. A flow of a liquid component of biomaterial diffuses through the orifice and is introduced into a particulate component of biomaterial. As such, the liquid component of biomaterial hydrates the particulate component of biomaterial. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20140373923 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORTING CHEMICAL TANKS - A system for transporting chemical tanks and preventing chemical spills with secondary containment frame having a chemical containment area. Chemical tanks may be secured within the secondary containment frame and any leaks from the chemical tanks may be contained by the chemical containment area. Tanks may be secured to tank ranks prior to placing the tanks and tank racks into the secondary containment frame. The secondary containment frame may be placed upon a vehicle for vessel for transport. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20140373924 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR A MECHANICAL AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF TO FLUID RESERVOIRS - Embodiments are provided for an automatic fluid shut off device having a float disposed in a fluid catch basin attached to a first end of a rod movable in a direction of rising fluid in the catch basin; a second rod end extending to a fluid supply base and terminating adjacent to a restrained latch arm end, the latch arm end configured to be pivotably displaceable upon a force by the second rod end in response to a rising fluid in the catch basin; the latch arm pivotably connected to a shut-off valve; and the shut off valve retained in an open position while the latch arm is restrained, and under a rotational force to close the shut-off valve upon a release of the latch arm in response to the force by the second rod end. The latch arm can be restrained by a latch arm retention notch extending downward and inward. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20140373925 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING COOLING FAN-BRAKE OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT - The present disclosure provides a method for controlling a cooling fan-brake of construction equipment, including: generating a brake charging signal of a brake unit; charging hydraulic oil with a high flow rate in the brake unit and completing the charging of hydraulic oil; turning a loading valve of a cooling fan unit off and turning an unloading valve of the cooling fan unit on when the hydraulic oil is charged; and turning the loading valve of the cooling fan unit on and turning the unloading valve of the cooling fan unit off after the charging of hydraulic oil is completed and a predetermined time elapses. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150007892 | CRUDE OIL CARGO RECIRCULATION SYSTEM - A recirculation system for a crude oil cargo tank barge having at least one tank includes a pump in fluid communication with at least one tank and recirculation piping in fluid communication with the pump and at least one tank. The pump pumps fluid from at least one tank to the recirculation piping. The recirculation piping then returns the pumped fluid to at least one tank. | 01-08-2015 |
| 20150013769 | ATOMIZING NOZZLE DEVICE, ATOMIZING PROCESS AND USE - The invention relates to a new atomizing device with improved droplet formation. Smaller droplets are formed with increased micronized volume throughput, wherein high volumes of air are fed to a liquid sprayed from a liquid nozzle ( | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150013770 | CHROMATOGRAPHY SYSTEMS AND METHODS USING THEM - Certain embodiments described herein are directed to chromatography systems that include a microfluidic device. The microfluidic device can be fluidically coupled to a switching valve to provide for selective control of fluid flow in the chromatography system. In some examples, the microfluidic device may include a charging chamber, a bypass restrictor or other features that can provide for added control of the fluid flow in the system. Methods of using the devices and methods of calculating lengths and diameters to provide a desired flow rate are also described. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150013771 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING SYSTEM, VALVE ASSEMBLY, AND PROCESSING METHOD - In one aspect, a valve assembly adapted to seal an opening in a chamber is disclosed. Valve assembly includes a housing being adapted for coupling to a chamber surface having the opening therein, the housing including a threshold portion positioned adjacent to the chamber opening, the threshold portion having one or more inlets adapted to supply gas to an interior region of the housing adjacent to the chamber opening; and a sealing surface adapted to selectively (1) seal the opening, and (2) retract from the opening so as not to obstruct substrate passage. Numerous other system aspects are provided, as are methods and computer program products in accordance with these and other aspects. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150013772 | AUTOMATIC VALVE SHUTOFF DEVICE AND METHODS - Examples of automatic valve shutoff systems are described which may include an actuation device including an actuator and a valve attachment portion. The valve attachment portion may be configured for attachment with an existing valve in a fluid or compressible gas supply line. The system may further include a controller coupled to the actuation device, wherein the controller is configured to initiate a valve shutoff process in response to a wireless signal. Wake-up circuitry may be coupled to the controller and configured to monitor the supply line for vibrations and activate the controller in response to the vibrations. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150013773 | Device For A Biological Liquid Treatment Installation - The invention concerns a device comprising:
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| 20150013774 | VALVELESS SIPHON DECANTER AND METHODS OF USE - A valveless siphon decanter for processing fluid within a tank having a siphon tube external to the tank, the siphon tube having an output, a boom extending substantially transversely from the siphon tube, the boom providing a path for the communication of fluid from within the tank into the siphon tube, a vacuum head in association with the boom, the vacuum head having at least one orifice disposable within the tank for receiving the fluid, a vacuum source for creating a vacuum within the siphon tube and the boom to draw the fluid in through the at least one orifice of the vacuum head into the boom and into the siphon tube thereafter, a vacuum break for breaking the vacuum within the boom and the siphon tube; and wherein the siphon tube and the boom are disposed outside of the tank. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150020884 | Servo Flow Recirculation for an Advanced Thermal Efficient Aircraft Engine Fuel System - A fuel circulation system and methods are provided. The system includes a supply pump for providing an outlet flow of fuel. The system also includes at least a first and a second servo. The first servo is connected to an outlet of the supply pump. A flow regulation device is interposed between the first and second servos. At least a portion of the outlet flow from the supply pump is directed through the first servo, flow regulation device, and second servo and is returned to an inlet of the supply pump. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150020885 | CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY - A valve assembly for a compressor includes a flow passage defining an inlet, an outlet, and a valve seat located proximate the inlet. The valve assembly also has a valve member that includes a head portion engageable with the valve seat. The head portion has a front face, a rear face located closer to the outlet than the front face, and a side face extending between the front and rear faces. The head portion further has a first convex curvature formed between the front face and the side face. The valve member also includes a collar portion extending toward the outlet from the rear face of the head portion. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150020886 | DETAIN H2O - DETENTION POND RETROFIT DEVICE - Aspects of a detention pond retrofit device for detention basin outlet control provide structures designed to throttle stormwater flow and maintain the rate at which water is discharged from the system below Qcritical, the flow rate at which erosion and down cutting of the receiving stream would begin, based on channel morphology and bed material resistance. The primary goal of the device is to induce increased flow detention during low to moderate rain events, while providing similar hydraulic performance during large events to that of the detention basin performance prior to the installation of the retrofit unit. This is achieved through a “T” or “Y” design with split flow paths, in which the lower path is hydraulically restricted through the installation of structures while the upper path is unrestricted. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150020887 | SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD FOR PREVENTING OVERFILLING IN A DISHWASHER - A method, system, and computer-program product for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher are disclosed herein. According to one embodiment, a method for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher is provided, wherein the dishwasher includes a water valve for providing water to the dishwasher and a drain pump for removing water from the dishwasher. The method comprises detecting an overfill condition in the dishwasher with at least one detection device, wherein the overfill condition corresponds to a water level in the dishwasher that is greater than a predetermined threshold. The method further includes controlling the drain pump and the water valve in response to detecting the overfill condition in order to facilitate removal of the overfill condition. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150027544 | GAS SAVER VALVE AND METHOD USING THE SAME - Gas saver valves and methods for gaseous fluid pressure regulation are provided. The gas saver valve has a valve body and a regulator within the valve body for adjusting pressure of a gaseous fluid flowing through the valve body. A control member attached to the regulator allows for the adjustment of the regulator to selectively control the gas pressure of the flowing gaseous fluid. The control member is calibrated with a plurality of marked settings each of which corresponds to a value of gas pressure. The marked settings include a range of gas pressure values that are less than a reference gas pressure for the operation of a heat generating device. The reference gas pressure and the range of gas pressure generate a temperature in an operational range of the heat generating device. An indicator indicates a selected gas pressure when the indicator corresponds to a selected marked setting. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027545 | Suppression of Shock-Induced Airflow Separation - An apparatus for suppressing shock-induced separation of high speed airflow from a relatively low-energy boundary layer. The apparatus may include an actuator or array of actuators configured to alternately inhale and exhale fluid and positioned to alternately inhale fluid from and exhale fluid into a boundary layer of a fluid mass flowing along the wall. The actuator may be positioned to inhale fluid from a boundary layer separation bubble induced by a supersonic shock wave propagated in the fluid mass. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027546 | Adhesive Melter and Method Having Predictive Maintenance for Exhaust Air Filter - An adhesive melter and a method for operating the melter enables predictive maintenance of an exhaust air filter used to remove pressurized air flow that delivers solid adhesive particulate from a fill system into the melter. To this end, the fill system repeatedly actuates to refill a receiving space, and a controller monitors a duration of each fill system cycle. When changes in a calculated average duration of a plurality of fill system cycles exceed a maintenance threshold, an alert is emitted at a user interface to prompt maintenance or replacement of the exhaust air filter before a complete shutdown of the fill system is caused by clogging of the exhaust air filter. Consequently, unplanned downtimes caused by clogged exhaust air filters in the adhesive melter can be minimized, regardless of any variable conditions occurring at the melter. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027547 | HYDRAULIC VALVE WITH HELICAL ACTUATOR - A hydraulic spool valve includes a housing, a valve element disposed within the housing, a first piston coupled to the valve element, and a first biasing member. The housing includes a pair of first ports. The valve element is selectively moveable within the housing between a first closed position and a second open position allowing fluid communication between the first ports. Hydraulic pressure against the first piston causes helical translation of the piston in a first direction, and motion of the valve element in a first direction from the first position toward the second position. The first biasing member is configured to bias the first piston and the valve element toward the first position. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027548 | HYDROPONIC SYSTEM GUARDIAN - A system and method for controlling a liquid management system. The system and method include a primary fill pump and a secondary fill pump, a primary drain pump and a secondary drain pump. The system and method also include a level sensor for monitoring a liquid level in a reservoir. A controller is programmed to monitor the liquid level in the reservoir such that the controller will operate the primary fill pump and the primary drain pump to control the liquid level in the reservoir in a predetermined manner. The controller is further programmed to operate the secondary fill pump and the secondary drain pump to control the liquid level in the predetermined manner in the event of a failure of the primary fill pump or the primary drain pump. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027549 | DUAL STAGE POPPET - A valve includes an interior portion and a nozzle passage. The valve further includes a poppet having a first stage portion and a second stage portion. The poppet has a closed position in which the first stage portion and the second stage portion seal the interior portion of the valve from the nozzle passage. The poppet also has a partially open position, in which the first stage portion of the poppet is spaced from the second stage portion of the poppet, and defines a first fluid passage between the interior portion of the valve and the nozzle passage. Additionally, the poppet has a fully open position, in which the second stage portion of the poppet is spaced from the nozzle passage of the valve, and defines a second fluid passage between the interior portion of the valve and the nozzle passage. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150027550 | Gas Pressure Regulator Having Energy Absorbing Features - A gas pressure regulator adapted for being mounted to a gas cylinder is provided. The gas pressure regulator includes a body defining a front portion and opposed side portion and a plurality of gas pressure indicators mounted to the front portion of the body. A bonnet is mounted to an exterior portion of the body, and a pressure adjustment knob is mounted to one of the side portions of the body, proximate the bonnet, and horizontally relative to a longitudinal axis of the pressurized gas cylinder. An energy absorbing device is operatively engaged with the pressure adjustment knob and the bonnet, the energy absorbing device being capable of absorbing energy from impact loads imposed on the pressure adjustment knob. | 01-29-2015 |
| 20150034163 | DROPLET FORMATION USING FLUID BREAKUP - The present invention generally relates to systems and methods for creating droplets. In one aspect, a plurality of droplets ( | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150034164 | JET CONTROL DEVICES AND METHODS - Examples of a jet control device are described. The jet control device can comprise a jet deflecting member that is configured to intercept and/or collide with a high speed jet emerging from a jet formation location. The interaction of the jet deflecting member and the jet can cause the high speed jet to be dispersed into a plurality of jets with a number of flow directions which may be sideways to an initial direction of the high speed jet. In one embodiment the deflecting member can include a liquid guide formed by injecting a fluid out of an outlet nozzle so that the liquid guide extends longitudinally away from the outlet nozzle. In another embodiment the deflecting member can include an array of solid pellets injected through an outlet in a direction of the emerging high speed jet and configured to collide with the emerging jet thereby deflecting its initial direction. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150034165 | Fluidic Modulators - A fluidic modulator having a body forming a flow aperture between an inlet and an outlet, the flow aperture having a nominal diameter less than the inlet diameter and the outlet diameter whereby the flow aperture provides a constriction to a fluid flowing axially from the inlet to the outlet, and a moveable portion operable to alter the flow aperture. To create a modulated pressure pulse the moveable portion may be for example radially shifted in the flow aperture, rotated in the flow aperture, or the rotation of the moveable portion in the flow aperture may be controlled. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150034166 | WASTE EVACUATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE - A waste evacuation system for a vehicle includes an enclosure defining a fixed aperture and a selectively openable and closable access panel. A hose having a first end and a second end extends through the fixed aperture. The first end of the hose may be connected to a waste water tank disposed on a vehicle. The second end of the hose is connected to a nozzle. The nozzle and the second end of the hose can be stored in the enclosure with the access panel in a closed position. With the access panel opened, the nozzle and the second end of the hose may be removed and the nozzle may be connected to a sewer inlet connection. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150040984 | DUAL HEAT EXCHANGER FUEL TANK INERTING SYSTEM - A fuel tank inerting system includes a bleed air inlet, a bleed air conditioning system, an air separation module, a nitrogen-enriched air conditioning system, a nitrogen-enriched air outlet, and a controller. The bleed air conditioning system is connected to the bleed air inlet and is configured to cool bleed air. The air separation module is connected to the bleed air conditioning system and is configured to produce nitrogen-enriched air. The nitrogen-enriched air conditioning system is connected to the air separation module and is configured to cool nitrogen-enriched air. The controller controls nitrogen-enriched air temperature and nitrogen-enriched air flow rate at the nitrogen-enriched air outlet. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150040985 | TAP FOR A STORAGE CONTAINER, CONTAINER PROVIDED WITH SUCH A TAP, AND CORESPONDING USE - The invention relates to a tap including a body, which is provided with a gas inlet that is to be connected to the storage space of a container, a bleed-off circuit, including a downstream end, characterized in that the tap further includes a circuit for selectively controlling the movement of the isolation valve into the first position for opening the bleed-off circuit, the control circuit including a first end connected to the valve, and a second end that can be selectively coupled to an actuator of a gas bleed-off member, in order to selectively electrically control the movement of the valve into the position for opening the bleed-off circuit. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150040986 | CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR FUEL CELL EXHAUST - A method of conditioning oxygen depleted air (ODA) exhausted from a fuel cell comprising the steps of; taking fuel from an aircraft fuel tank collector cell, delivering said fuel to a rear mounted engine via a primary heat exchanger, taking exhaust ODA from a fuel cell, passing the ODA through the primary heat exchanger in the opposite direction to the fuel, such that the fuel acts as a heat sink for the ODA, to cool the ODA, passing the ODA through a dryer, to dry the ODA and using the cooled, dried ODA to inert fuel in the aircraft fuel tank. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150040987 | IV Set System with Coded Components - An intravenous (IV) set system comprising a primary IV set defining a primary flow line of the IV set system. The primary flow line can include multiple access points along its length and feeds to a merging fluid pathway proximate to the distal terminus of the primary IV set. At least one secondary IV set with corresponding flow lines can be separably joined to the primary IV set to cause the secondary flow lines to be in fluid communication with the primary flow line. At least one of the IV sets can have a unique set of uniform marking indicia to facilitate rapid identification of the IV sets from other IV sets within the IV set system. Such marked and identified primary and/or secondary IV sets can be allocated to specific medical functions and/or can be for use by specific medical personnel to thereby minimize risk of error in administration of an IV to a patient. The IV set system can further comprise a merging fluid pathway about a primary IV set. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150040988 | IV Set System with Bypass Manifold - An intravenous (IV) set system comprising a primary IV set defining a primary flow line of the IV set system. The primary flow line can include multiple access points along its length and feeds to a merging fluid pathway proximate to the distal terminus of the primary IV set. At least one secondary IV set with corresponding flow lines can be separably joined to the primary IV set to cause the secondary flow lines to be in fluid communication with the primary flow line. At least one of the IV sets can have a unique set of uniform marking indicia to facilitate rapid identification of the IV sets from other IV sets within the IV set system. Such marked and identified primary and/or secondary IV sets can be allocated to specific medical functions and/or can be for use by specific medical personnel to thereby minimize risk of error in administration of an IV to a patient. The IV set system can further comprise a merging fluid pathway about a primary IV set. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150053268 | INTERCONNECT MEMBRANE - A liquid permeable interconnect membrane for a liquid supply outlet, and a void between the interconnect membranes and an opposite void wall, the interconnect membrane being stiff enough to avoid unwanted pore deformation or contact with the opposite void wall. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150053269 | GAS TRANSPORT COMPOSITE BARRIER - A method of minimizing vapor transmission from a constructed permeability control infrastructure can comprise forming a heterogeneous hydrated matrix within the constructed permeability control infrastructure, the constructed permeability control infrastructure comprising a permeability control impoundment defining a substantially encapsulated volume. The heterogeneous hydrated matrix includes a particulate solid phase and a continuous liquid phase which is penetrable by a vapor having a permeation rate. The constructed permeability control infrastructure is operated to control the permeation rate by manipulating an operational parameter of the constructed permeability control infrastructure. Additionally, the vapor can be impeded during operating sufficient to contain the vapor within the constructed permeability control infrastructure. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150053270 | MOP BUCKET - A mop bucket comprises a bucket defining a first compartment and a second compartment. The bucket is rotatable between an upright position and a second position. A first fluid movement path is provided between the second compartment and the first compartment such that liquid in the second compartment drains to the first compartment under gravity when the bucket is in the upright position. A second fluid movement path is provided between the first compartment and the second compartment such that liquid in the first compartment drains to the second compartment under gravity when the bucket is in the second position. A method of operating the mop bucket is also provided. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150059857 | MULTICHAMBERED VIAL AND METHOD OF MIXING ANALYTICAL REFERENCE MATERIALS - A device for transferring and containing liquid and a mixing method are provided. The device includes a vial having at least two storage lumens extending axially along a vial body, a transfer channel coupled to a distal end of each of the storage lumens, and a common chamber in fluid communication with the storage lumens via the transfer channels. The mixing method includes providing the device for transferring and containing liquid material; providing a fluid subunit in each of the storage lumens, a distal gasket sealing each of the fluid subunits from a distal end of the vial; providing a plunger assembly coupled to a proximal end of the vial; and depressing the plunger assembly. Depressing the plunger assembly forces the distal gaskets into the gasket seats and transfers the fluid subunits into the common chamber via the transfer channels. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150059858 | Device and Method for Multi-Path Flow From Vertical Hydraulic Tank - A vertical hydraulic tank includes an upper cylindrical section and a lower conical section, with an outlet in the lower conical section. A lower multi-path manifold is attached to the outlet, the manifold including a vertical conduit in fluid communication with the outlet and a plurality of horizontal conduits in fluid communication with the vertical conduit. An upper multi-path manifold can also be attached to the tank with a plurality of upper horizontal conduits and a vertical conduit in fluid communication with the upper cylindrical section of the tank. Valves may be provided along the vertical conduit and the horizontal conduits to regulate flow of material through the conduits. A pump may be connected to either the upper manifold or the lower manifold, or both by way of a pump conduit. Multiple tanks can be connected together by way of tubing between the manifolds of each tank. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150068605 | Regulation System - A new method to deliver warm water to a bathroom by installing electric valve in the beginning of the hot line, instead of at the end. A new electronic faucet that may operated by remote control or electric switch. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150068606 | Intermediate Storage - A subsea system is for uptake and supply of a liquid. The system comprises a storage tank having at least one outlet, a valve assembly, a pump having a high-pressure side and a low-pressure side, and a feed line. The outlet is in fluid communication with a lower internal volume of the tank, and the valve assembly. The low-pressure side of the pump and the feed line are in fluid communication with the outlet, and the valve assembly is arranged on the feed line, and the feed line is bypassing the pump, such that said pump may withdraw liquid from the tank when the valve assembly on the feed line is closed. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150068607 | MULTI-CHAMBER CONTAINER SYSTEM FOR STORING AND MIXING LIQUIDS - The present disclosure is drawn to a multi-component container system and related methods for storing and mixing liquids and associated methods of use. The system includes a first chamber configured to hold a first liquid and which has at least one opening and a second chamber and a second chamber configured to hold a second liquid and having at least one opening. The at least one opening on the second chamber is capable of being operably connected to the at least one opening of the first chamber and the second chamber can be smaller relative to the first chamber. The system can have two configurations, a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration the second chamber can be removably disposed within the first chamber. In the second configuration the second chamber can be external to the first chamber and the at least one opening of the second chamber is operably connected with the at least one opening of the first chamber such that the second liquid is allowed to contact the first liquid. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150068608 | Flow Distribution Channels to Control Flow in Process Channels - The invention describes features that can be used to control flow to an array of microchannels. The invention also describes methods in which a process stream is distributed to plural microchannels. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150075623 | VALVE DEVICE, STORAGE SYSTEM FOR LIQUEFIED GAS FUEL, VEHICLE, AND STORAGE METHOD FOR LIQUEFIED GAS FUEL - A first vapor phase valve including a housing, a flow passage in the housing, a main valve to block or open the flow passage, and an excess flow valve to block the flow passage when vapor phase dimethyl ether flows through the flow passage. The first vapor phase valve includes: a pressure chamber communicating with a pressure opening portion of the housing and a fixed shaft connected to the excess flow valve to maintain the excess flow valve in an open state by using pressure of liquid phase dimethyl ether flowing into the pressure chamber from the pressure opening portion. The excess flow valve, in order to prevent fluid from flowing out at a specified flow rate or more, can be forcedly opened. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150075624 | TELESCOPIC DRAIN HOSE ASSEMBLY - A telescopic drain hose assembly. The assembly includes a drain conduit having a tank coupler coupled to a first end and an end piece coupled to a second end. The tank coupler is configured for coupling to a grey or black waste discharge port, such as that of a recreational vehicle. The endpiece includes coupling elements for coupling with a pipe elbow or similar attachment. A handle is provided on the endpiece for positioning the endpiece in proximity to a waste receptacle port. The drain conduit is disposed within an outer housing comprised of a telescopic tube and a flexible sleeve. The flexible sleeve is adjacent the first end of the drain conduit and enables flexure or bending of the assembly. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150075625 | BULK ADHESIVE TRANSFER DEVICES, KNIFE GATE VALVE DEVICES, AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A bulk adhesive transfer system for transferring adhesive particulate to a melter includes a bulk supply and a transfer device, which may define a hopper of the melter, a mobile bin, and/or a buffer unit. The transfer device is configured to receive unmelted adhesive particulate from the bulk supply and then be selectively docked with the melter to transfer the adhesive particulate to the melter. The bulk adhesive transfer system may also include a knife gate valve device, which includes a plurality of ports that sequentially open and close to control flow of the adhesive particulate towards the melter. The bulk adhesive transfer system simplifies refilling operations for a melter while enabling continuous operation of the melter, even when the transfer device is undocked for removal from the melter. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150075626 | FLOW BALANCING IN GAS DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS - Flow distribution networks that supply process gas to two or more stations in a multi-station deposition chamber. Each flow distribution network includes an inlet and flow distribution lines for carrying process gas to the stations. The flow distribution lines include a branch point downstream from the inlet and two or more branches downstream from the branch point. Each branch supplies a station. The flow distribution network also includes highly variable flow elements in each branch. Restrictive components are placed downstream from the variable control elements in each branch. These restrictive components are nominally identical and designed to shift the bulk of the pressure drop away from the variable flow components to improve flow balancing while not unduly increasing inlet pressure. In some cases, the load shifting allows the more variable flow components to operate in the unchoked flow regime. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150083227 | REDUCED FLUID DRAG ACROSS A SOLID SURFACE WITH A TEXTURED COATING - An article includes a substrate with a coating having asperities such that an average spacing between the asperities is between about 0.01 and about 1.5 micron. An average surface roughness of the coating is up to about 2 microns, and an average porosity of the coating is in the range from about 35% to about 70%. A material to reduce surface energy is disposed on the coating. A method for making such an article and a method for decreasing fluid drag across such an article are also provided. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150083228 | BISTABLE ACTUATOR, ACTUATOR ARRANGEMENT, METHOD FOR ACTUATON AND USE - A method for bistably actuating an actuator includes applying positive pressure in an actuator fluid supply that is fluidly connected to an actuator chamber by means of an actuator fluid supply connection, wherein a working positive pressure is generated in the actuator chamber, whereby an actuator element fluidly connected to the actuator chamber is brought from a resting position to an actuation position, pressure-tight sealing of the actuator fluid supply connection, so that the working positive pressure in the actuator chamber is maintained and the actuator element remains in the actuation position. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150083229 | FUEL SYSTEM FOR CONSIST HAVING DAUGHTER LOCOMOTIVE - The disclosure is directed to a fuel system for a consist. The fuel system may have a tank located on a tender car of the consist and configured to hold a supply of liquefied gaseous fuel. The fuel system may also have an accumulator located on a daughter locomotive of the consist and configured to hold a supply of pressurized gaseous fuel at a predetermined pressure. The fuel system may further have at least one conduit fluidly connecting the tank to the accumulator and the accumulator to a first engine on a lead locomotive of the consist. The accumulator is configured to supply pressurized gaseous fuel to the first engine when pressure of fluid within the at least one conduit drops below the predetermined pressure of the pressurized gaseous fuel in the accumulator. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150090338 | RAPID RELEASE EMERGENCY DISCONNECT SYSTEM UTILIZING A LINEAR CLAMPING MECHANISM - In various embodiments, fluid conduits such as high pressure hoses deployed in-between two se | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150090339 | INTEGRATED HYDRAULIC SKID SYSTEM INCORPORATED INTO A RAPID RELEASE EMERGENCY DISCONNECT SYSTEM - In various embodiments, fluid conduits such as high pressure hoses deployed in-between two sea-fairing vessels may be released during an emergency by using a rapid release emergency disconnect system as described herein, where the rapid release emergency disconnect system may engage with a hanger such as an industry standard frac hanger and be used in-line with fluid conduits such as high-pressure lines. Various skid embodiments are described which can be configured to interface with one or more of the described rapid release emergency disconnect systems. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150090340 | PROCESSING-LIQUID SUPPLY APPARATUS AND PROCESSING-LIQUID SUPPLY METHOD - A processing-liquid supply apparatus includes a source, a discharge device, a supply channel connecting the source and discharge device, a filter device positioned in the channel to form first side having the source and second side having the discharge device, a pump device positioned in the channel, and a control device which controls suction and discharge by the pump device. The control device controls the pump device such that the liquid is discharged from the discharge device, that remaining of the liquid on the second side is suctioned to be returned to the first side and that the remaining of the liquid returned to the first side flows from the first toward second side together with refill of the liquid from the source, and the control device is set such that return amount of the liquid to the filter device is equal to or greater than amount of the discharge. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150090341 | TRANSFER CHAMBER GAS PURGE APPARATUS, ELECTRONIC DEVICE PROCESSING SYSTEMS, AND PURGE METHODS - Transfer chamber gas purge apparatus are disclosed. The transfer chamber gas purge apparatus has a transfer chamber adapted to contain at least a portion of a transfer robot, the transfer chamber including side walls, a chamber lid, and a chamber floor, wherein the chamber lid has a plurality of distributed chamber inlets. The plurality of distributed chamber inlets may include diffusing elements. Laminar purge gas flow may be provided above the substrate. Systems and methods including a plurality of distributed chamber inlets are disclosed, as are numerous other aspects. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150096619 | HYDRAULIC VALVE ASSEMBLY WITH TANK RETURN FLOW COMPENSATION - An apparatus has a pilot-operated spool valve connecting first and second work passages selectively to a supply conduit and a tank conduit. A first check valve normally allows fluid flow only in one direction from the first work passage to a first workport and when pilot-operated allows bidirectional fluid flow. A second check valve normally allows fluid flow only from the second work passage to a second workport and when pilot-operated allows bidirectional fluid flow. A first pilot valve selectively applies pressure to one end of the spool and to pilot operate the first check valve. A second pilot valve selectively applies pressure to another end of the spool and to pilot operate the second check valve. When fluid drains from a workport to the tank conduit, the associated check valve operates to maintain a predefined pressure in the first or second work passage through which that fluid flows. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150096620 | OIL-LESS PUMP SAMPLING SYSTEM AND METHOD - An oil-less pump sampling system for portable environmental testing. The system includes an oil-less pump that generates a suctioning force, an external hose carrying the suction from the pump and in fluid communication with a control value and a collection container. The control valve is fluidly connected to the external hose to regulate the flow of suction, and the collection container is fluidly connected to the external hose for suctioning a sample from the surrounding environment. The internal assembly of the pump includes an electromagnetic coil generating an electromagnetic force to move a plurality of magnets. The magnets oscillate to move a plurality of lever arms which move a plurality of diaphragms to create the suction force from a valve block. A plurality of internal hoses stems from the valve block and joined at a connector to carry the suctioning force to the external hose. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150096621 | SYSTEM FOR HEATING A COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY IN AN HVAC SYSTEM - The present invention provides a system for heating a compressor assembly of a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The system comprises a heat source for transferring thermal energy to a plurality of compressor units. A controller varies the thermal energy transferred to the compressor units, between at least two substantially non-zero rates of transfer of thermal energy, in a plurality of modes of operation of the HVAC system. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150096622 | Oil Change Method And Apparatus - The present invention provides several embodiments of an oil change apparatus that basically have a valve/fitting connected to the conventionally available oil sump, a drain bracket installed on a low portion of equipment or vehicle periphery, and a flow line that fluidly connects the valve/fitting and the drain bracket. The oil change apparatus enables vehicle users to quickly and easily drain oil at a safe and convenient location. The present invention also provides several reusable and disposable means to properly collect waste oil. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150096623 | Dispense Interface - The present patent application relates to a dispense interface comprising a channel profile with at least two inlet channels and at least one outlet channel, wherein each of the at least two inlet channels is configured for fluid communication with a respective reservoir of at least two reservoirs, at least one top layer and one bottom layer, an intermediate layer structure arranged between the at least one top layer and one bottom layer, wherein intermediate layer structure is tightly laminated with the top layer and the bottom layer and wherein the intermediate layer structure comprises at least one intermediate layer comprising at least one recess for forming at least one part of the channel profile. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150101668 | LAUNDRY TREATING APPLIANCE AND METHOD OF FILLING A LAUNDRY TREATING APPLIANCE WITH LIQUID - A laundry treating appliance having a tub, a drum located within the tub and at least partially defining a treating chamber in which laundry may be received for treatment according to an automatic cycle of operation and a liquid supply system for introducing liquid thereto and a method for filling the laundry treating appliance including supplying liquid, determining a load inertia value and stopping the supply of liquid based thereon. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150101669 | REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR MONITORING A WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY WITHIN THE SAME - A refrigerator appliance and a method for monitoring a water filter assembly within the same are provided. The method includes monitoring signal communication between an RFID tag of the water filter assembly and an RFID reader of the refrigerator appliance and terminating a flow of water to the water filter assembly if the signal communication between the RFID tag of the water filter assembly and the RFID reader of the refrigerator appliance is lost or disrupted. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150101670 | WATER HEATER ASSEMBLY FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING THE SAME - A refrigerator appliance and a method for operating a water heating assembly of the same are provided. The method includes operating a heating element of the water heating assembly to generate heated water. To dispense the heated water, an air valve of the water heating assembly is closed and an air pump of the water heating assembly is worked. In such a manner, heated water can be dispensed accurately and/or precisely. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150101671 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING BIOMETHANE FOR INJECTION INTO A GASNETWORK FROM A PLURALITY OF PRODUCTION SITES AND SET OF DEVICESFOR THE IMPLEMENTATION THEREOF - The present invention relates to the production of biomethane intended for supplying a natural gas network from n biogas production plants Ii, with i varying from 1 to n, in which each of the plants produces and stores the biogas which is collected at each of the plants via a mobile collection device and the collected biogas is purified so as to produce biomethane which is subsequently injected into a natural gas network. The invention also makes provision for storing the biogas, partially purified biogas, or biomethane in order to ensure the continuity of the supply of biomethane to the network during the collection round. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150107675 | VALVE WITH ACTUATOR DIAGNOSTICS - A system for detection of degradation of a valve mechanism by measuring, for example, the time between powering an actuator and opening of the valve or the time between un-powering the actuator and closing of the valve. Time measurements may be compared with a predetermined threshold or previous measurements. An indication of a gradual degradation of the valve may be detected by an evaluation of a trend of measurements. Thus, a user may be notified of an impending failure before an actual failure of the valve. Diagnostic analysis may be of one or more items selected from a group consisting of combinations of time delays and distances of valve movement upon application and removal of power to the actuator, and one or more performance issues may be correlated for each of many combinations. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20150114470 | FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND THE METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FLOW THEREOF - The flow control device is provided and the method for controlling the flow. A flow control device comprises: a body including a first end, opposite second end, a first flow channel and a second flow channel, a plug and a laminar flow layer accommodated in the second flow channel; a telescopic device accommodated the length of the telescopic device is adjustable, so as to control the flow of fluid flowing through the opening area in the body. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150114471 | Valve Lock - An improvement for a valve of a type having a stem assembly, a rigid bonnet, and a valve base comprised of a lock cavity formed in the bonnet and adapted to receive a lock mechanism therein, the lock mechanism including a locking pin that is positionable between a locked position and an unlocked position. At least one notch or aperture is formed in the stem assembly and is adapted to receive the locking pin of the lock mechanism when in the locked position. In one embodiment, a bonnet sleeve projects away from the lock cavity and is adapted to receive a locking clasp used with auxiliary padlocks. In another embodiment, the improvement is added to an existing valve as a retrofit product by replacing or modifying the bonnet and stem assembly. In another embodiment, the improvement is built into the valve during manufacturing and delivered as a complete solution. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150114472 | POLYAMIDE COMPOSITES CONTAINING GRAPHENE OXIDE SHEETS - Graphene oxide/polyamide compositions are provided, as are methods for making and using the compositions. The graphene oxide component of the compositions has a C:O ratio of between 3 and 20, and comprises 0.01% to 5.0% by weight of the composition. Typical polyamide components include specialty nylons such as PA-11 and PA-12. The compositions have reduced water absorption and enhanced durability relative to otherwise identical polyamide compositions lacking the graphene oxide component. The compositions are particularly useful, for example, in flexible pipes and tubes used for transporting oil and gas. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150114473 | Seawater Transportation For Utilization In Hydrocarbon-Related Processes Including Existing Pipeline Infrastructures - Systems and methods for transporting seawater from a seawater source to an inland site for utilization as a drilling and/or fracturing fluid are disclosed. In an aspect, systems and methods are disclosed wherein seawater is extracted from an ocean at a coastal location and transported to an inland drilling and hydraulic fracturing site, thereby providing a consistent, large volume supply of seawater for use in drilling and/or hydraulic fracturing operations. Such systems and methods may eliminate usage of locally-sourced fresh water, eliminating the unsustainable burden that drilling and hydraulic fracturing places on local water tables. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150114474 | AUTOMATIC SENSOR CONTROL PANEL - A method for regulating water output from a faucet is presented. The method includes receiving an input at a plurality of sensors, transmitting a signal to a control unit in response to receiving the input, controlling, via the control unit, at least a temperature or volume of water in response to the signal received at the plurality of sensors, outputting the water via a water output device, and outputting, via a display module, a visual indicator for at least the temperature or the volume. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150122336 | Systems and Methods for Decreasing Abrasive Wear in a Pipeline that is Configured to Transfer a Slurry - Systems and methods for decreasing abrasive wear in a pipeline that is configured to transfer a slurry that includes a liquid and solid particles. The pipeline includes a pipe that defines a pipeline conduit and an energy dissipation layer that is within the pipeline conduit and through which a portion of the slurry flows. The slurry may flow at high velocity and/or with high turbulence, and it may contain hydrocarbons. The systems and methods may include an energy dissipation layer to decrease the kinetic energy of a buffer portion of the slurry that flows through the energy dissipation layer relative to the kinetic energy of a central portion of the slurry that flows through a central region of the pipe. This decrease in the kinetic energy of the buffer portion of the slurry may decrease abrasion of the pipe by the slurry. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150122337 | SPACE SAVING WATER DRAINING SYSTEM DEVELOPED FOR USE IN SANITARY INSTALLATION PRODUCTS AND COMPRISING HIDDEN OVERFLOW SYSTEM - A draining system is disclosed for use in sanitary installation products such as basins, bathtubs and the like. The system has a hidden overflow system to save space. In the draining system the plug for collecting water in the sanitary installation is positioned above a waste water outlet for the sewage coming from the basin, which outlet may be positioned in a wall. Directly above the plug is the hidden overflow system having an inner and an outer duct, wherein upon closing the plug the water in parallel to the basin rises in the inner duct and, to prevent overflow, upon reaching a predetermined height is directed to the outer duct which leads directly to the waste water outlet. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150129039 | Beverage Maker with Capacitance Fluid Level Sensor - A beverage maker comprises a reservoir for holding a variable volume of a fluid, a pump or hot water generator for pumping the fluid out of the reservoir, a fluid-level sensor, and a controller operatively connected to the pump and the sensor. The controller is configured for determining, in conjunction with the sensor, a level of fluid in the reservoir at an initial time. The controller is further configured for causing the pump or hot water generator to operate for any one of a plurality of different amounts of time to motivate a same volume of water, each of the plurality of different amounts of time corresponding to a different level of fluid in the reservoir at the initial time. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150129040 | APPARATUS FOR MIXING A FIRST STREAM AND A SECOND STREAM OF A FLOW MEDIUM - An apparatus is disclosed for mixing a first stream of a flow medium and a second stream of the flow medium, a temperature of the first and second streams being different. In an embodiment, the apparatus includes at least one mixing apparatus configured as a blade-free fan, including at least one opening and a Coanda surface arranged in the region of the at least one opening. During operation, the first stream emerges from the at least one opening and can be steered by the Coanda surface, wherein the second stream flows in the region of the at least one opening, and wherein the first stream, following the emergence thereof from the at least one opening, is mixable with the second stream. The apparatus also includes a first infeed for the first stream and a second infeed for the second stream, first and second infeeds being configured as a double-walled tube. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150129041 | INOCULUM TRANSFER SYSTEM - A cap for a vessel has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. A first fluid passageway extends from the first side to the second side through the cap; and a second fluid passageway also extends from the first side to the second side through the cap. At least a portion of the second fluid passageway surrounds a portion of the first fluid passageway. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150129042 | SPRING BIASED RETRACTABLE HOSES - An extendable and retractable pressure hose can be constructed comprising an input connector, an output connector, an elastic inner hose, an outer cover, and one or more portions of the elastic inner hose engaged with the outer cover and disposed between the first and second ends of the hose. In such a hose, the input connector and output connector can be connected to each end of elastic inner hose and outer cover. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150136234 | PIPELINE LEAKAGE PROTECTION VAULT SYSTEM - A pipeline leakage protection vault system includes a plurality of leakage protection vault modules and a central control unit adapted to be communicably configured to each other. Each module includes a retrofittable configuration adapted to include sub-modules coupled around the pipeline. Each sub-module includes a protective casing, spacer rings and a vault door. The protective casing is adapted to compliment the portion of the pipeline to be fitted to protect the fluid in event of leakage. Further, the spacer rings are adapted to be disposed circumferentially over the protective casing in spaced relationship from each other. The spacer rings includes a plurality of components adapted to monitor parameters associated with the pipeline to generate real time data related to the pipeline. Furthermore, the vault door disposed over the top protective casing and rest over the spacer rings covering the sub-module and withholding the fluid in case of leakage. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150136235 | ELECTRONIC AND MANUAL BACKUP FLOW CONTROL SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, an electronic flow selector of a fluid flow control system may be used to select a flow rate of a fluid. When the system is in an electronic mode, an encoder may electronically encode the fluid flow selection. A controller may receive the electronically encoded flow selection and transmit a corresponding control signal to an electronic valve to allow the fluid to flow at the selected flow rate. When the system is in a manual mode, backup manual flow selectors may be used to directly control the flow rate of a fluid. When the system is in a manual mode, the mechanical backup flow selectors may be in a deployed position. When the system is in an electronic mode, the mechanical backup flow selectors may be in a retracted position. Particular applications to gases and anesthesia delivery are disclosed herein. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150291291 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTING INERT GAS IN AN AIRCRAFT - Methods and systems for distributing an inert gas to an aircraft fuel tank are provided herein. The method includes channeling the inert gas in a first direction via a first distribution line and channeling the inert gas in an opposite second direction via a second distribution line. The second distribution line is concentrically aligned with and circumscribes the first distribution line. The second distribution line includes a termination point within the aircraft fuel tank. The second distribution line defines a plurality of distribution orifices that release of the inert gas into an ullage space of the fuel tank. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150291412 | Fluid Dispensing Unit Having A Circulation System And A Method For Circulating A Fluid In A Fluid Dispensing Unit - A dispensing unit having a circulation system for circulating a fluid in the dispensing unit is provided. The circulation system comprises, a circulation circuit, and a mechanism configured to circulate the fluid in the circulation circuit. By circulating the fluid, the fluid is counteracted from crystallizing. A method for circulating a fluid in a dispensing unit is also provided. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150292631 | Valve System - A method and apparatus for directing a flow of a fluid. The apparatus comprises a housing, an inlet port, a first outlet port, a second outlet port, and a moveable barrier. The housing has a chamber inside of the housing. The inlet port is in communication with the chamber. The first outlet port and the second outlet port are also in communication with the chamber. The moveable barrier is located in the chamber and rotatable about an axis between a closed position and an open position. The moveable barrier covers the second outlet port in the closed position. The open position allows a fluid to flow through the chamber and out of the second outlet port. The closed position reduces a flow of the fluid through the chamber and out of the second outlet port. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150292643 | VALVE ARRANGEMENT - Valve arrangement for a system which is loaded with fluid, for connecting a first pressure region to a second pressure region by means of a first valve and a second valve connected in series. A third valve connects a region between the first valve and the second valves to a third pressure region. The first valve closes when a pressure which prevails on the side of the second pressure region is at least as high as a pressure which prevails on the side of the first pressure region. The first valve is coupled to the second valve so that the second valve closes when the first valve closes. The second valve is coupled to the third valve so that the third valve opens when the second valve closes. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150300230 | Method for operating a device for providing a liquid additive - A method for operating a device for providing a liquid additive includes feeding the liquid additive along a feeding path having at least one first portion which forms a heat conducting section from a heater of the device into a tank for the liquid additive. The feeding path also has at least one second portion in which a component susceptible to freezing is disposed. The liquid additive is first fed along the feeding path of the device. Subsequently, the feeding of liquid additive is stopped. Then, partial draining of the feeding path takes place, with liquid additive remaining in the at least one first portion of the feeding path while the at least one second portion is being drained. A device for providing a liquid additive is also provided. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150300381 | VALVE WITH A SPOOL FOR THE CONTROL CIRCUIT OF THE MOTOR OF A VEHICLE - Valve with a spool for the control of the start and of the stop of a hydraulic motor in which an oblong spool is mobile within an oblong seat obtained in a body, the movement of the spool being controllable in two opposite directions of movement by means of control means, the spool being housed within an intermediate portion of the seat in which the intermediate portion has a section size essentially equal to the section size of the spool, the spool being equipped with at least one intermediate portion with respect to a first end and to a second end with a section size smaller than the section size of the intermediate portion of the seat giving rise to the formation of an interstice intended for the reciprocal connection of at least one first duct and a second duct. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150300572 | LIQUID DISPENSER - Embodiments of the disclosure may include a dispenser for dispensing a liquid. The dispenser may include a measurement chamber configured to receive the liquid, a temperature probe positioned within the measurement chamber, and a capacitance probe positioned within the measurement chamber. The capacitance probe may house the temperature probe. The dispenser may also include a first conduit fluidly coupled to the measurement chamber and configured to deliver the liquid out of the dispenser. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150303086 | METHOD FOR SUPPLYING INERT GAS TO STB IN SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER PRODUCTION SYSTEM AND SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER PRODUCTION SYSTEM USING THE SAME - The present invention relates to a method for supplying inert gas to an STB in a semiconductor wafer production system that includes a step of sensing that a FOUP is loading on the STB and generating a first input signal, and a step of opening a valve for inert gas and supplying nitrogen gas to the FOUP based on the first input signal, and to a semiconductor wafer production system using the method. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150306294 | CASSETTE FOR PUMPING A TREATMENT SOLUTION THROUGH A DIALYZER - A cassette is provided for installation in a dialysis monitor to pump a treatment solution through a dialyzer. The cassette is a unitary component with a hydraulic manifold ( | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150308088 | FAUCET WITH ARTICULATING ARM - A faucet includes a sprayhead removably supported by a positioning arm. The positioning arm is articulated to provide multiple degrees of freedom. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150308578 | NORMALLY CLOSED MICROVALVE AND APPLICATIONS OF THE SAME - A normally closed valve includes a plurality of fluid channels in fluid communication with each other, defined in a flexible base such that when a fluid channel is compressed, a fluid flow through the fluid channel is occluded, otherwise, the fluid flow through the fluid channel is unoccluded; and means for selectively compressing or uncompressing a desired fluid channel. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150315385 | BITUMEN TRANSPORT - A bitumen transport composition is provided comprising bitumen, a diluent in an amount of 24 weight percent or less and an additive wherein the additive is a mono-alcohol, a mono-nitrile, an amine or mixtures thereof. Also provided is a method to make the bitumen transport composition. Also provided is a method to transport the bitumen transport composition. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150329195 | DRAIN MAST AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A drain mast or discharging fluids from an aircraft and associated method are provided. This drain mast includes a fairing including a base including an upstream section intended to be attached on an outer surface of the aircraft and a downstream section. The drain mast also includes a discharge nozzle including a discharge end opening onto the outside of the fairing, the discharge nozzle protruding from the downstream section in a first direction with respect to the base, the base and the discharge nozzle defining a tubular through-cavity, extending from the upstream section as far as the discharge end. The fairing also includes a profiled section for guiding air, protruding from the downstream section, in a direction opposite to the first direction, and configured for orienting an incident mass of air on the profiled section towards the discharge end. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150330374 | THICK-MATTER PUMP FOR PRODUCING A CONTINUOUS THICK-MATTER FLOW AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A THICK-MATTER PUMP FOR PRODUCING A CONTINUOUS THICK-MATTER FLOW - A thick-matter pump for producing a continuous thick-matter flow is described. The pump includes at least two pump units, which alternate in pumping and suction operation, a suction line with a charge-pressure device, which acts separately from the pump units for actively bringing about a thick-matter compression, a delivery line, and a switchover device for switching between the pump units. In a first operating state for conveying the thick matter, by way of the switchover device, at least one first pump unit is connected during pumping operation to the delivery line and at least one second pump unit is connected during suction operation to the suction line. In a second operating state, by way of the switchover device, at least one first pump unit is connected during suction operation to the delivery line and at least one second pump unit is connected during pumping operation to the suction line, and the charge-pressure device is switched to an inactive state. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150330530 | BYPASS VALVE - A bypass valve ( | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150330726 | DISTRIBUTOR IN MASS TRANSFER COLUMN AND METHOD OF USE - A liquid distributor is provided for receiving and distributing a liquid stream in a mass transfer column. The liquid distributor has a plurality of elongated primary troughs and a plurality of secondary troughs that are positioned adjacent the primary troughs at a location to receive at least some of the individual primary discharge streams from the primary troughs. Splash baffles are spaced a preselected distance from liquid discharge holes in the side walls of the secondary troughs to receive at least some of the individual secondary discharge streams and cause a lateral spreading thereof as the individual second discharge streams descend along the splash baffles and drip from lower edges thereof. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150337876 | PUMP CONTROL METHOD - The invention relates to a pump control method for the control of the operation of a pump system with at least two pump assemblies ( | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150345653 | TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED VALVES - A controller opens or closes a valve in response to the ambient temperature crossing a threshold value, for example to prevent the continued supply of water to pipes that might have frozen and burst. An output shaft ( | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150345659 | VALVE FOR ABNORMAL LIQUID - An operating valve includes a valve chamber which is formed in a main body having a passage, a valve body which is housed in the valve chamber and has a passage corresponding to the passage of the main body, a rotary shaft which is detachably connected to the valve body, an operating member which operates a rotation of the rotary shaft, and a bias member which biases the rotary shaft to a position of the valve body. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150360186 | SCALE-UP OF MICROFLUIDIC DEVICES - Parallel uses of microfluidic methods and devices for focusing and/or forming discontinuous sections of similar or dissimilar size in a fluid are described. In some aspects, the present invention relates generally to flow-focusing-type technology, and also to microfluidics, and more particularly parallel use of microfluidic systems arranged to control a dispersed phase within a dispersant, and the size, and size distribution, of a dispersed phase in a multi-phase fluid system, and systems for delivery of fluid components to multiple such devices. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150362080 | HIGH CONDUCTANCE VALVE FOR FLUIDS AND VAPORS - A high conductance valve for use in fluid delivery systems is comprised of a flat non-circular orifice ridge adjacent to which a control plate having a planar control surface is proximally positioned to adjust the valve effective opening area and thereby the conductance of the valve. The length of the non-circular orifice ridge periphery is substantially greater than the circumference of a similarly sized circular orifice and therefore the realized effective opening area is also substantially greater despite having a similar footprint. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150369266 | Flow Control Actuator with an Adjustable Frequency - A fluidic oscillator includes a structure having an input port and an output port. A chamber within the structure is configured to channel a fluid from the input port to the output port. A volume of the chamber is configured to change so as to change to change a frequency at which the fluid flows out of the output port. | 12-24-2015 |
| 20150377368 | MODULATING BALANCE PORTED THREE WAY VALVE - Provided is a three-way valve having and actuator ( | 12-31-2015 |
| 20150378369 | VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VALVE CONTROL METHOD FOR STEAM TURBINE - A valve control system for a steam turbine that decrease in effective power as well as secure control stability in the event of an electric power system accident is provided. | 12-31-2015 |
| 20160002895 | ADJUSTABLE BACKFLOW ENCLOSURE - Disclosed is an enclosure assembly having a first enclosure portion, a second enclosure portion and at least one at least one connector, wherein the first and second enclosure portions together form an enclosure and the at least one connector securely fastens the enclosure to a fixed object or foundation. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160004257 | METERING VALVE AND METERING METHOD - The invention discloses a metering valve for metering a metering material, having a valve chamber comprising an outlet aperture, a closure element arranged in or on to the valve chamber, a valve chamber casing and an actuator assembly realized to move at least the outlet aperture, preferably the valve chamber, relative to the valve chamber casing in an ejection direction and/or a retraction direction during operation such that, in at least one movement mode, metering material is expelled by the closure element through the outlet aperture by a movement of the outlet aperture in the ejection direction. The invention further discloses a metering method which can be performed by means of such a metering valve. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160007762 | GAS COMMUNICATION DEVICE, GAS SUPPLY ASSEMBLY AND GAS SUPPLY ADJUSTMENT METHOD | 01-14-2016 |
| 20160009355 | Low Stress Stiffener Runout in Pi Bonded Structure | 01-14-2016 |
| 20160010798 | SUCTION DEVICE AND SUCTION METHOD | 01-14-2016 |
| 20160016786 | APPARATUS FOR CONVEYING VISCOUS MATERIAL - An apparatus for conveying viscous material out of a barrel-like container having a container bottom and a container wall that extends upward from the container bottom has a follower plate for closing off the container, which plate is movable in the direction toward the container bottom, lying against the inner surface of the container wall, which surface faces the container interior, and which plate has a dome that extends upward from an underside intended to lie on the viscous material, which dome opens, in the center, into a material exit opening. The apparatus has a pump for conveying the viscous material through the material exit opening. At least one displacement body projects into the dome through the material exit opening and is connected with the pump for displacement of the material situated in the dome and/or air situated in the dome, and at least one closeable venting opening vents the dome. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160017575 | WATER LINE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD - Water line control systems and methods are provided. A water line control method includes alternately adjusting a power component of an appliance between a normal mode wherein the power component produces a normal power level and a vacation mode wherein the power component produces a reduced power level. The water line control method further includes closing an auxiliary valve when the power component is adjusted to the vacation mode, the auxiliary valve operably connected to a main water line. The water line control method further includes opening the auxiliary valve when the power component is adjusted to the normal mode. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160017615 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING HIGH ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE FOR AERIAL WORK PLATFORM COMPONENTS - Methods, systems and apparatuses for providing high electrical resistance for an upper control assembly (including control handles) of an aerial lift are provided through an isolation member that is integral to the upper control assembly and interposed between fluid lines in the control assembly and a set of fluid conduits that extend from the control assembly towards other portions of the aerial lift. The isolation member is a dielectric element that comprises a manifold that is made of material that is substantially electrically non-conductive, and that has a plurality of through-holes or hoses configured to allow hydraulic fluid to flow through the isolation member into and out of the fluid lines and conduits. These methods, systems and apparatuses are preferably used in upper control assemblies of aerial platforms that can carry one or more operators in order to prevent such operators from electrocution when controlling the lift. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160018017 | WATER SAFETY SHUT-OFF VALVE - The present invention is a water conservation safety shut-off valve assembly for use on locations which normally have intermittent water usage but need to indicate when there is constant water usage, such as a leak. The valve assembly has a valve body with a fluid pathway and a valve plug held in an open position allowing water to flow through the pathway. As water flows through the pathway, a sensing device detects water flowing through the pathway and starts a timer. The valve closes the pathway, stopping the flow of water through the valve assembly when the time elapses. The valve assembly indicates whether the valve plug is in an open or closed position. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160025097 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FOR MACHINE - A hydraulic system for a machine is disclosed. The hydraulic system includes a hydraulic tank configured to store a liquid therein. The hydraulic system also includes a first conduit, a venturi, a fluid conduit and a second conduit. The first conduit is in fluid communication with the hydraulic tank and configured to receive the liquid from the hydraulic tank. The venturi is in fluid communication with the first conduit and configured to reduce a pressure of the liquid flowing therethrough. The fluid conduit is in fluid communication with the venturi and configured to supply a gaseous fluid into the venturi. The second conduit is in fluid communication with the venturi and configured to supply a mixture of the liquid and the gaseous fluid into the hydraulic tank in order to increase a pressure of the liquid in the hydraulic tank. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160025228 | VALVE OVER-TRAVEL MECHANISM - A valve having an over-travel spring that does not necessarily need an excessively additional force to further close the valve once its valve seal comes into contact with a valve seat. The feature may be achieved by inserting an over-travel spring between a plate or stop attached to a valve stem, and a valve seal. The valve seal may come in contact with a valve seat when the valve is closed with movement of the valve stem. The valve stem may continue to travel after contact between the valve seal and the valve seat without additional force, other than that added by compressing the over-travel spring, and with a proof-of-closure sensor indicating valve closure. The valve stem may be moved in either direction for closing and opening the valve with an assist, such as a solenoid or other mechanism. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160025236 | REGULATOR/MAGNETIC CONTROL VALVE COMBINATION - A control valve may include a fluid inlet, a plurality of fluid outlets, and a plurality of magnets. One of the plurality of magnets controls fluid flow for each of one of the plurality of fluid outlets. One of the plurality of magnets controls fluid flow for the remaining of the plurality of magnets. When the magnet controlling fluid flow for the remaining of the plurality of magnets is energized, fluid flow is permitted to the remaining of the plurality of magnets. When the remaining of the plurality of magnets are energized, fluid flow is permitted to the respective plurality of fluid outlets. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160031314 | DRAINING SYSTEM FOR FUEL TANK - A draining system for draining fuel from a fuel tank is disclosed. The fuel tank includes a holding chamber for holding fuel and a fill port assembly for adding fuel to the holding chamber. The fill port assembly includes a fill port passageway in fluid communication with the holding chamber and a valve system for regulating a flow of fuel through the fill port passageway. The draining system includes a coupling member having a drainage passageway. The coupling member is detachably connected with the fill port assembly. An actuating member selectively actuates the valve system to permit fuel to flow from the fill port passageway into the drainage passageway. An outlet conduit is in fluid communication with the drainage passageway such that fuel can flow from the drainage passageway into the outlet conduit. A flow regulating member is configured to regulate flow of fuel through the outlet conduit. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160033084 | REGULATOR APPARATUS HAVING A CHARGING VALVE ASSEMBLY AND A FLOW MULTIPLIER ASSEMBLY - A regulator apparatus for distributing a fluid may include a charging valve assembly and a flow multiplier assembly. In a recharge mode, a valve of the charging valve assembly is in an open position, and the fluid is received in a second cylinder of the flow multiplier assembly, causing first and second pistons of the flow multiplier assembly to move in a first direction. In a purge mode, the valve is in the seated position, and the fluid is received in a first cylinder of the flow multiplier assembly, causing the first and second pistons to move in a second direction, and discharging an outlet flow through an outlet of the flow multiplier assembly. The second cylinder may have a bore cross sectional area that is greater than a bore cross sectional area of the first cylinder. Apparatuses disclosed herein may be implemented in a circumferential sampling tool. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160038889 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING SOLUTIONS FROM SOLID PRODUCTS - An apparatus and method for creating and dispensing a solution formed of a solid product which is eroded or dissolved in a liquid, which may include methods for creating turbulent flow of the liquid. The apparatus includes an inlet portion for introducing the liquid into the dispenser system, a solution forming assembly, and an outlet portion for dispensing the solution. The solution forming assembly may include a support structure configured to support the solid product, and a reservoir coupled to the-support structure, the reservoir configured to hold the liquid and allow flow of the liquid into and out of the reservoir, the reservoir including a base and one or more sidewall portions. The reservoir further including one or more liquid inlets located in the one or more sidewall portions configured to introduce liquid into the reservoir to contact the solid product and create the solution. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160040585 | THERMAL MANAGEMENT VALVE MODULE WITH CONCENTRIC SHAFTS FOR ROTARY VALVE CONTROL - A thermal management valve module is provided which includes a housing with at least one flow chamber. First and second valve bodies are rotatably positioned in the housing, and control the opening and closing of ports located on the housing. The first and second valve bodies include fluid pathways that allow flow through the first port and second port, dependent upon rotational positions of the valve bodies. First and second actuator shafts extend in the housing, the second actuator shaft is hollow and the first actuator shaft extends, preferably concentrically, through the second actuator shaft. The first valve body is rotationally fixed to the first actuator shaft and the second valve body is rotationally fixed to the second actuator shaft allowing separate positioning of the first and second valve bodies. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160045914 | INJECTION OF MULTIPLE VOLUMES INTO OR OUT OF DROPLETS - The present invention generally pertains to a system for performing injection of multiple substantially controlled volumes into or out of a droplet, and methods and kits comprising the same. The system of the present invention comprises at least one microfluidic channel, one or more injection channels, an injection inlet associated with each of the one or more injection channels, and a mechanism for disrupting an interface between a droplet and a fluid and/or emulsion, wherein the at least one microfluidic channel comprises one or more droplets are flowing therein, and wherein each of the one or more injection channels comprises at least one fluid and/or emulsion therein. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160047478 | ACTUATOR SYSTEM - An actuator system having various features is disclosed. An actuator system may have a first and a second electrohydraulic servo valve. A control selector may connect one of the electrohydraulic servo valves to a cylinder and may isolate the other electrohydraulic servo valve to ameliorate leakage in response to a switching solenoid valve operating. In this manner, one electrohydraulic servo valve may be connected to a cylinder to operate the cylinder, and the other electrohydraulic servo valve may be isolated from the cylinder, for example, to provide a standby electrohydraulic servo valve. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160051906 | VALVE FOR EXTRACTING AIR POCKETS FROM VISCOUS FLUIDS - A valve for extracting an air pocket from a continuous flow of viscous fluid is disclosed. The valve has a first position and a second position. The valve may include an inlet, an outlet, an outer body, and inner body located within the outer body. The inner body may define a chamber and a venting aperture. The valve may also include a plunger translatable within the chamber of the inner body between the first position and the second position. The plunger may include a plunger head located at a first end of the plunger, where the plunger is in the first position if the viscous fluid impinges against the plunger head. The plunger may include at least one opening located adjacent the plunger head. The plunger may also include a passageway fluidly connected with the at least one opening and the venting aperture. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160051928 | Delivery of a High Concentration Hydrogen Peroxide Gas Stream - A method and chemical delivery system are provided. The method includes providing a concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution in a boiler having a head space, boiling the concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution to produce a dilute vapor comprising hydrogen peroxide within the head space of the boiler, and adding a dilute aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution to the concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution within the boiler to maintain the concentration of the aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution in the boiler. The method further includes delivering the dilute vapor comprising hydrogen peroxide to a critical process or application. The chemical delivery system includes a concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution, a boiler having a head space configured for boiling the concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution and producing a dilute vapor comprising hydrogen peroxide within the head space, and a manifold configured for adding a dilute aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution to the concentrated aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution within the boiler to maintain the concentration of the aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution in the boiler, wherein the manifold is further configured to deliver the dilute vapor comprising hydrogen peroxide to a critical process or application. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160060459 | METALLIC PIPE HAVING A HYDROLYSIS-RESISTANT LAYER OF A POLYAMIDE MOULDING COMPOSITION - A metallic pipe for contact with a hydrolyzing medium provides longer operating times and improved high temperature resistance. The pipe contains a layer of a polyamide moulding composition containing at least 50% by weight of polyamide content containing: I) 60 to 98 parts by weight of a polyamide which contains 10 to 70 meq/kg of a terminal carboxy group and has a relative solution viscosity η | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160069053 | FAUCET INCLUDING A CAPACITANCE BASED SENSOR - An electronic faucet is provided that includes a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet. A controller may dynamically change on/off thresholds and monitor a stability signal to determine when to turn off the electrically operable valve. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160069476 | CONTROL PROCESS FOR OPERATION OF VALVES OF A GAS SUPPLY DEVICE OF THE GAS TURBINE - A gas supply system of a gas turbine and a method for controlling an operation of the gas supply system. A gas supply system includes a first valve connected in series to a set of second valves that are in parallel with each other. At least one second valve from the set of second valves is connected to a combustion chamber of the gas turbine. A degree of opening of the first valve and the at least one second valve is changed to in a manner that controls a total mass flow of gas output by the set of second valves during the change in the degree of opening. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160069514 | UNCOUPLING OF THE CORRUGATIONS OF AN IMPERVIOUS BARRIER - Sealed and thermally insulated tank comprising a tank wall on a carrier structure, the tank wall comprising an insulating barrier, sealed barrier and an anchoring member,
| 03-10-2016 |
| 20160074821 | Particle Supply Device and Particle Supply Method - A particle supply device according to one embodiment includes a housing and a particle supplier. The housing seals a space between a substrate carry-out port provided in a FOUP and a substrate carry-in port provided at a load port of a substrate processing device. A particle supplier supplies particles to an inside of the housing. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160076660 | VALVE - A valve includes a generally cylindrical housing including first and second end portions that are offset from each other along a longitudinal axis of the generally cylindrical housing. First and second inlet ports are arranged on one of said first or second end portions, and at least one outlet port is arranged on one of said first or second end portions. A disk is disposed in the generally cylindrical housing and is configured to independently control both mixing and flow rate of fluid flowing into at least one of the first and second inlet ports. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160081260 | SPLIT FUNCTION VALVE - A method includes converting a single input flow into two output flows. The method further includes sequencing the output flows to completely raise a machine prior to folding of wings associated with the machine | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160083939 | "Doogie Box" Water Reclamation and Reuse System - This invention harvests abundant, highly usable washing machine rinse cycle water for irrigation and other uses. This is accomplished using two separate devices working together; it is comprised of a valve assembly (FIG. | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160084404 | AUTOMATIC CYLINDER CHANGEOVER DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MONITORING GAS INSTALLATION - The invention relates to an automatic cylinder changeover device ( | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160089504 | Automatic Purging Of Air From A Fluid Processing System - Systems and methods are provided for processing a fluid and then returning processed fluid and/or replacement fluid to a fluid recipient. The returning fluid is monitored to detect air therein and, if air is detected, steps are taken to automatically purge the air from the returning fluid without requiring the intervention of a system operator. The system may respond to detected air by pumping the processed fluid and/or replacement fluid away from the fluid recipient and into a processed fluid reservoir, where the air is purged from the processed fluid and/or replacement fluid. Thereafter, the weight of the processed fluid reservoir may be checked to confirm that sufficient fluid has been pumped back into the reservoir to remove the air. After it has been confirmed that the air has been purged from the fluid, the system may resume pumping the fluid toward the fluid recipient. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160091145 | RAPID PRODUCTION OF DROPLETS - The present invention generally relates to the production of fluidic droplets. Certain aspects of the invention are generally directed to systems and methods for creating droplets by flowing a fluid from a first channel to a second channel through a plurality of side channels. The fluid exiting the side channels into the second channel may form a plurality of droplets, and in some embodiments, at very high droplet production rates. In addition, in some aspects, double or higher-order multiple emulsions may also be formed. In some embodiments, this may be achieved by forming multiple emulsions through a direct, synchronized production method and/or through the formation of a single emulsion that is collected and re-injected into a second microfluidic device to form double emulsions. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160097020 | AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS CONTAINING A COMPLEXING AGENT IN HIGH CONCENTRATION - Aqueous solution comprising (A) in the range of from 30 to 60% by weight of a complexing agent, selected from the alkali metal salts of methylglycine diacetic acid and the alkali metal salts of glutamic acid diacetic acid, (B) in the range of from 700 ppm to 7% by weight of a polymer being selected from polyamines, the N atoms being partially or fully substituted with CH | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160097120 | VARIABLE CONDUCTANCE GAS DISTRIBUTION APPARATUS AND METHOD - Variable conductance gas distribution systems, reactors and systems including the variable conductance gas distribution systems, and methods of using the variable conductance gas distribution systems, reactors, and systems are disclosed. The variable conductance gas distribution systems allow rapid manipulation of gas-flow conductance through the gas distribution system. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160097410 | PHONONIC MATERIALS USED TO CONTROL FLOW BEHAVIOR - A phononic material and a method of using a phononic material for use in interacting with a fluid or solid flow are provided. The phononic material includes an interface surface and a subsurface feature. The interface surface is adapted to move in response to a pressure associated with at least one wave in a flow exerted on the interface surface. The subsurface feature extends from the interface surface. The subsurface feature comprises a phononic crystal or locally resonant metamaterial adapted to receive the at least one wave having the at least one frequency based upon the pressure from the flow via the interface surface and alter the phase of the at least one wave. The interface surface is adapted to vibrate at a frequency, phase and amplitude in response to the manipulated/altered phase of the at least one wave. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160101842 | FUEL TRANSFER AND STORAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Liquid fuels are routinely used to provide energy for many different uses. Transferring and distributing liquid fuels have many challenges including providing safe and reliable transfers and distributions. Liquid fuels, for example, Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) may be transferred from a vessel at a relatively low flow rate. This system allows for leaks to be captured and contained to an area of a water based transfer platform rather than allowing the spill to spread out on the surface of the water. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160102447 | FREEZE-PROOF WATER HYDRANT SYSTEM - An apparatus and method for preventing freeze-up in water hydrant couplings provided in a water supply conduit conveying a continuous flow of water to the respective hydrant couplings, wherein a portion of the water flowing in the supply conduit is diverted into each coupling and around the diverter disposed within the coupling and then back into the conduit thereby preventing freeze-up within the coupling when the water hydrant mounted on the coupling is turned off. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160102546 | FLUID FLOW LOCATION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF DETERMINING LOCATION OF FLOW CONTRIBUTIONS IN A COMMINGLED FLUID - A fluid flow location identification system includes, a tubular having at least a first opening and a second opening therethrough, wherein the first component is degraded at least by fluid flowing from an outside of the tubular to an inside of the tubular through the first opening and the second component is degraded at least by fluid flowing from an outside of the tubular to the inside of the tubular through the second opening. Trace amounts of a first identifier are releasable into fluid degrading the first component, trace amounts of a second identifier are releasable into fluid degrading the second component. The trace amounts of the first identifier and the trace amounts of the second identifier are detectable in fluid after having comingled to allow determination of whether each of the first opening and the second opening have fluid flowing therethrough. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160102797 | IMPROVEMENT TO MATERIAL FLOW - A device is disclosed which is insertable into a conduit, such as a pipe, for guiding fluid flow of a material. The device includes a tubular member having an inlet and an outlet and defining a cylindrical fluid path there between, enabling fluid to flow through the device. In order to improve fluid flow, the internal surface or wall of the tubular member includes one or more helical profiled portions which extend radially inwardly towards the axis of the tubular member. The helical profile portions can have from 180° to 900° turns along the length of the portion. In certain embodiments two parallel, identical helices, axially offset from one another can be included. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160109066 | FLUID RECOVERY IN CHILLED CLATHRATE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS - Described embodiments include a system and a method. A described system includes a pipeline system that transports flowable natural gas hydrate slurries. The pipeline system including a transportation conduit configured to contain natural gas hydrate slurry flowing from a first geographic location to a second geographic location. The natural gas hydrate slurry includes a natural gas hydrate and a liquid. A removal system is configured to withdraw a portion of the liquid from the flowing natural gas hydrate slurry. The pipeline system includes a cooling system configured to cool the withdrawn liquid to a target temperature range predicted to provide a selected stability of the natural gas slurry during transit of the natural gas slurry over at least a portion of the distance from the first geographic location to the second geographic location. A mixing system is configured to reintroduce the cooled withdrawn liquid into the flowing natural gas slurry. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160115407 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INJECTING LIQUID ODORANT INTO A NATURAL GAS PIPELINE - The invention relates to a system and a method for injecting liquid odorant into a natural gas pipe, the system comprising: a tank containing the odorant in liquid form; a high-pressure pump connected to the tank; a common injection manifold fed with liquid odorant by the high-pressure pump; a plurality of odorant injectors fed with liquid odorant under pressure by the common injection manifold for the purpose of injecting the odorant into the gas pipe so as to cause it to be atomized in the gas pipe; and an electronic injection computer for controlling the injectors and the high-pressure pump. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160115677 | DEVICE FOR RECOVERING THERMAL ENERGY FROM A FLOW OF WASTE WATER - Device for recovering thermal energy from a flow of wastewater from a basin includes a plate heat exchanger traversed by two separate fluid flows and a bypass conduit providing a hydraulic connection. A first inlet of the heat exchanger is placed in a fluid communication with the wastewater outflow opening of the basin to provide a first flow passing through the heat exchanger between the first inlet and a first outlet of the heat exchanger connected to the sewer. A second inlet of the heat exchanger is placed in a fluid communication with a clean water conduit under a water supply network pressure to provide a second flow passing through the heat exchanger without mixing with the first flow, and between the second inlet and a second outlet of the heat exchanger. The bypass conduit provides a bypass between the first inlet of the heat exchanger and the sewer. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160116114 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GAS FLOW FROM CYLINDERS - A device that can be attached to the outlet of a gas cylinder, which can monitor and display in digital or analog form the pressure of the gas in the cylinder and the interval of time remaining until the amount of gas in the cylinder will reach a predetermined lower threshold at a given flow. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160118145 | System for Regulating a Liquid in a Circuit - This invention relates to a system for regulating a liquid in a circuit able to reverse the direction of the circulation, with the system comprising: a regulating valve comprising at least one inlet and one outlet and comprising a movable obturator the position of which makes it possible to adjust the flow rate of the liquid through the valve, an expansion reservoir in communication with the liquid flowing in the circuit and intended to contain liquid and a compensating gas, characterised in that: the expansion reservoir is connected to the circuit by the intermediary of the valve and in such a way that the expansion reservoir communicates with at least one from among the inlet and the outlet of the valve regardless of the position of the obturator, with the position of the obturator being independent of the pressure of the fluid in the expansion reservoir. The invention also relates to a circuit integrating this system as well as a use of this system. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160121358 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FILLING A HOT MELT ADHESIVE TANK - A melter component includes a first portion configured as a cover to block an inlet opening of the melter chamber and prevent transfer of heat from the chamber into a filling passage configured to allow ingress of particulate hot melt adhesive from an adhesive supply into the chamber, and a second portion including the filling passage. The component is movable between a first position in which the first portion of the component covers the inlet opening of the chamber and the second portion including the filling passage is out of alignment with the inlet opening of the chamber, and a second position in which the first portion of the component is out of alignment with the inlet opening of the chamber and the second portion including the filling passage is aligned with the inlet opening of the chamber. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160122032 | AIRCRAFT FUEL VENT PIPE - An aircraft fuel vent pipe with a pipe body containing a duct which extends along a duct axis between an open end and a closed end. A burst disc closes the closed end of the duct. One or more devices are provided in the duct, the device(s) being positioned or shaped to enable the burst disc to be visually inspected by looking along the duct through its open end, and to modify a sectional profile of the duct transverse to the duct axis so that the sectional profile of the duct changes between different stations along the duct axis. The one or more device(s) inhibit the formation of standing acoustic waves in the duct. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160123355 | SERVO VALVES - A servo valve comprises a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet and a cylindrical spool. The spool has a surface including a curvilinear groove and is mounted for rotational movement between a first position in which the surface of the spool covers at least one of the fluid outlet and the fluid inlet and a second position in which the groove is aligned with the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160123513 | MICROFLUIDIC CONNECTOR - A microfluidic connector ( | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160124438 | SUBSTRATE LIQUID PROCESSING APPARATUS, EXHAUST SWITCHING UNIT AND SUBSTRATE LIQUID PROCESSING METHOD - A substrate liquid processing apparatus includes a liquid processing unit that processes a substrate with processing liquids, an exhaust pipe, individual exhaust pipes corresponding to at least one of the processing liquids and an exhaust switching unit. Further, the exhaust switching unit comprises an exhaust gas inlet chamber and switching mechanisms. The switching mechanisms correspond to the individual exhaust pipes, respectively, and each of the switching mechanisms includes an exhaust gas suction opening communicating with the exhaust gas inlet chamber; an outlet opening communicating with a corresponding one of the individual exhaust pipes; an exterior air suction opening; and a valve body that switches a communication state of the exhaust gas suction opening, the outlet opening and the exterior air suction opening between a state where the exhaust gas suction opening communicates with the outlet opening and a state where the exterior air suction opening communicates therewith. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160132060 | VISCOELASTIC FLUID DROP PRODUCTION - Techniques are disclosed for producing a drop of a viscoelastic fluid. A separation volume of viscoelastic fluid that is to form a drop from a larger remnant volume of viscoelastic fluid is moved from through an interface and into a cross-channel. Movement subjects the viscoelastic fluid to shear that may cause a reduction in viscosity. Movement of the viscoelastic fluid is then reduced or stopped (i.e., the rate at which shear is applied is reduced), such that the viscosity of the viscoelastic fluid may increase as the viscoelastic fluid experiences relaxation. The separation volume of viscoelastic fluid is then moved down the cross-channel in a first direction by the flow of an immiscible fluid, which separates the separation volume from a remnant volume. The separation volume may then be dispensed from the cross-channel as a drop. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160138473 | AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM - A fuel supplying system includes a primary circuit for delivering fuel from a fuel tank to a primary circuit outlet. The system also includes a first supply circuit connected to the primary circuit outlet, the first supply circuit comprising a first supply circuit pump configured to pump fuel from the primary circuit outlet to engine fuel nozzles. The system further includes a second supply circuit also connected to the primary circuit outlet. The second supply circuit includes at least one actuating device configured to receive power from hydraulic pressure of the fuel. The second supply circuit also includes a second supply circuit pump configured to pump fuel from the primary circuit outlet to an actuating device, wherein the second supply circuit pump is independent from the first supply circuit pump. The second supply circuit further includes a return circuit configured to return fuel from the actuating device to the second supply circuit between the primary circuit outlet and the second supply circuit pump. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160138720 | ASEPTIC VALVE ASSEMBLY, SYSTEM FOR CONDUCTING A PRODUCT, AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A SYSTEM - A valve assembly comprises a housing, a chamber having a first product opening, a second product opening, a first closable secondary opening that can be connected to a steam line, and a second closable secondary opening. The assembly also includes a first closing element by which the first product opening can be closed, a second closing element by which the second product opening can be closed, and an outlet associated with the second secondary opening. A switching valve is arranged between the second secondary opening and the outlet such that a fluid connection between the outlet and the second secondary opening can be switched to a fluid connection between the outlet and an inlet provided on the switching valve. The inlet can be connected to a steam line, while simultaneously closing the second secondary opening. A system comprising the valve assembly and a method for operating the system are described. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160138762 | SUBSEA FLUID PROCESSING SYSTEM AND AN ASSOCIATED METHOD THEREOF - A subsea fluid processing system is provided containing a liquid reservoir, an inlet tank, a pump, an outlet system, and a fluid re-circulation loop. The liquid reservoir circulates a primer liquid stream to the inlet tank via the fluid re-circulation loop. The inlet tank further receives a first production fluid stream and mixes it with the primer liquid stream to produce thereby a second production fluid stream having a reduced gas volume fraction (GVF) relative to the first production fluid stream. The pump receives the second production fluid stream from the inlet tank and increases its pressure. Further, the outlet system containing the liquid reservoir receives the second production fluid stream from the pump and separates at least a portion of the primer liquid stream from a principal production stream. The primer liquid includes at least one exogenous liquid not derived from the first production fluid stream. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160139608 | FEEDBACK-CONTROLLED FLUID VALVE - A feedback-controlled fluid valve and methods of using the same are described herein. One feedback-controlled fluid device includes piston within a valve associated with a conduit, a position sensor to determine a position of the piston relative to a metering cone, a coil to generate a magnetic field within the valve, wherein the magnetic field moves the piston, and wherein a rate of fluid flow through the valve is configured to adjust based on the position of the piston relative to the metering cone. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160146203 | TWO-WAY PUMP SELECTABLE VALVE AND BYPASS WASTE CHANNEL - A delivery system for a sensor chip includes a plurality of selectable ports and a two-way pump port selectively connectable to each of the selectable ports. The two-way pump port is configured to allow material to be drawn or delivered from or to the two-way pump port. The delivery system also includes a chamber and a bypass waste channel that is selectively connectable to the two-way pump port. The plurality of selectable ports includes a selectable chamber port connected to the chamber and the chamber has a chamber waste exit. Material may selectively flow through the chamber to a waste collection via the chamber waste exit or flow to the waste collection via the bypass waste channel that bypasses the chamber waste exit. | 05-26-2016 |
| 20160153179 | Sanitary Hydrant | 06-02-2016 |
| 20160153556 | Open Center Hydraulic Flushing System and Method | 06-02-2016 |
| 20160161011 | VALVE ASSEMBLIES WITH INTERNAL PROTECTIVE ELEMENTS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - Valve assemblies are disclosed which comprise a valve housing; an inner valve element; an outer valve element spaced apart from the inner valve element; a valve stem on which both the inner valve element and the outer valve element are located; a portion of the valve stem between the inner valve element and the outer valve element is threaded; and a protective element located within the valve housing and covering the threaded portion of the valve stem. Methods of using such valve assemblies are also disclosed. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160161022 | Valve Shift Detection Systems and Methods - The present disclosure relates to valve systems that include valve shift detection systems that can be employed to determine when a valve has shifted. According to certain embodiments, the valve shift detection systems may include a switch integrated into a valve block that may be closed upon shifting of the spool valve. In certain embodiments, the switch may include a component that completes a circuit upon contacting the valve. The valve shift detection systems also may include a controller designed to detect a voltage or current change produced by completing the circuit. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160169410 | OBSTRUCTION DETECTION FOR A CONTROL VALVE | 06-16-2016 |
| 20160169452 | Multi-Double Block and Bleed System for an Orifice Fitting | 06-16-2016 |
| 20160177975 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DRAINING A WORK PIECE DURING FINISHING | 06-23-2016 |
| 20160178071 | Multiple Stage Pinch Valve and Filling Apparatus Using a Multiple Stage Pinch Valve | 06-23-2016 |
| 20160186875 | Inflation Valve - An inflation valve for inflating containers with non-rigid walls comprising a tubular body defining a passage with a first opening at one end and a second opening at its opposite end, adapted to be secured to a container; a sealing disc adapted to sealingly close off the second opening to the passage in the tubular body, and adapted to open the second opening mechanically when an inflation device is inserted into the passage through the first opening and thus gas may be passed into the container through the second opening, thereby moving the sealing disc away from the second opening; a guide member located within the passage of the tubular body; a spring adapted to assist the sealing disc to close off the second opening; and a gasket and/or sealing ring adapted to assist the sealing disc to close off the second opening. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160186908 | FLUID END MANIFOLDS AND FLUID END MANIFOLD ASSEMBLIES - A fluid end manifold comprising a body having a front side and a back side, a first cylinder bore formed horizontally through the body, a second cylinder bore formed vertically through the body, a front mating face, and a back mating face, wherein the first and second cylinder bores intersect within the body to define an intersection region, wherein the front mating face is positioned on the front side of the body at a location corresponding to the intersection region, and wherein the back mating face is positioned on the back side of the body at a location corresponding to the intersection region. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160189988 | EVACUATION METHOD AND VACUUM PROCESSING APPARATUS - An evacuation method used for a vacuum processing apparatus including a vacuum processing chamber is provided. The vacuum processing chamber is evacuated by an exhaust device for a first predetermined period of time by opening a valve connecting the exhaust device with the vacuum processing chamber. A pressure in the vacuum processing chamber is urged to increase by closing the valve and leaving the valve closed for a second predetermined period of time after evacuating the vacuum processing chamber. Evacuating the vacuum processing chamber and urging the pressure in the vacuum processing chamber to increase are performed so as to reduce the pressure in the vacuum processing chamber to a pressure between 6.7 Pa and 13.3×10 | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160193400 | CONTAINER, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A SOLUTION | 07-07-2016 |
| 20160195076 | PROCESS AND UNIT FOR PUMPING FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS CAPABLE OF FORMING AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE | 07-07-2016 |
| 20160250638 | VALVES AND OTHER FLOW CONTROL IN FLUIDIC SYSTEMS INCLUDING MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS | 09-01-2016 |
| 20160251000 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING A SURFACE | 09-01-2016 |
| 20160252191 | DRAIN VALVE AND METHOD | 09-01-2016 |
| 20160376860 | SUBSEA FILLER LINE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSPORTING VARIOUS FLUIDS THROUGH A MASTER FLOW CONDUIT - A subsea filler line system adapted to transport different types of fluids in separate batches through one single supply conduit, or flexible line, from the sea surface to respective dedicated storage tanks, or vessels, installed on the seabed, is described. The system includes respective valves and control systems to operate the subsea filler line system. The subsea filler line system includes at least two pigs adapted to be pushed by the transported fluid through said supply conduit, or flexible line, which pigs further provide a barrier between the respective fluids in front of and behind each pig, thus being able to define respective fluid batches between following pigs, each fluid batch being directed by means of valves through an inlet into said supply conduit and an outlet from said supply conduit and further on to the respective dedicated storage tanks, or vessels, on the seabed. A method for transporting various fluids in separate batches through a master flow conduit is also disclosed. | 12-29-2016 |
| 20160377188 | Multiple Port Distribution Manifold - A mountable Multiple Port Distribution Manifold consisting of a knob, connected to a hollow, rotate-able Shaft that mounts within the Manifold. By rotating the Knob/Shaft, the side hole of the Knob/Shaft assembly may selectively intersect with multiple ports within the Manifold. Said assembly also provides of an “off” position, where no Shaft/Manifold intersection allows port to port connection. The invention may be constructed of any suitable material, natural or synthetic, that is sufficiently strong to withstand the internal pressures of a gas or liquid media routed within without leakage. | 12-29-2016 |
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| 20170234454 | Local Position Indicator for Subsea Isolation Valve Having No External Position Indication | 08-17-2017 |
| 20180022479 | DEVICE FOR IMPROVING PERFORMANCE OF BIOWASTE HOPPER AND RELATED METHODS OF USE | 01-25-2018 |
| 20180023599 | PHONONIC MATERIALS USED TO CONTROL TURBULENT FLOW | 01-25-2018 |
| 20190145090 | SUCTION DEVICE FOR A WASTEWATER TANK | 05-16-2019 |
| 20190145583 | METHODS FOR INTRODUCING ISOLATORS INTO OIL AND GAS AND LIQUID PRODUCT PIPELINES | 05-16-2019 |
| 20220136617 | TWO-STEP TURN ON FOR DIGITAL GAS VALVES - A system for a two-step activation for a valve includes at least one valve control selector having an output representative of a valve position and a touch sensor having an output representative of a permission to operate said valve. | 05-05-2022 |
