Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure include methods and systems for attaching an articulation section. In an embodiment, a medical instrument includes a first tubular member including a first end. The medical instrument also includes a second tubular member including a first end. The second tubular member includes a plurality of layers including an inner layer and a first layer including a fluorinated material. The inner layer includes a first section disposed under the first layer and a second section extending out from under the first layer. A portion of the first tubular member overlaps and is bonded to at least a portion of the second section of the inner layer of the second tubular member.

Abstract: A water meter has a register cover which performs the dual function of covering the register as well as providing a tool to enable disassembly of the meter.

Abstract: A water meter is disclosed in which the main case is of plastic material and is particularly structured for ease of molding with relatively simple molds in that no undercuts are formed on the main case which would require complicated molds and molding practices.