Abstract: A removable cover is provided that includes a flexible elastic material forming a cover front portion and a plurality of edge portions. The plurality of edge portions are configured to be stretched over at least a portion of two or more sides of a thermostat, such that the cover may be secured onto a thermostat via the tension of the edge portions stretched over the thermostat. The cover is adapted to be placed onto the thermostat to provide protection for at least the front surface of a thermostat.

Abstract: An improved thermostat is provided that comprises a first wall disposed within the thermostat, which partitions off a portion of the interior space to form a compartment along a side wall of the thermostat that is separated from the rest of the thermostat's interior space. The thermostat includes a second wall that is adjacent to and spaced from the first wall, so as to define an insulating space between the compartment and the rest of the interior space. The thermostat further includes a first aperture that permits communication of airflow in a lower portion of the compartment, and a second aperture that permits communication of airflow at an upper portion of the compartment. A temperature sensing element is disposed within the compartment defined by the first wall. The temperature sensing device is thermally insulated from heat generated in the interior of the thermostat by the insulating space between the compartment and interior space.

Abstract: A thermostat is provided with a closure member that encloses at least one battery received within the thermostat housing. The thermostat includes a thermostat housing having at least one compartment in the housing adapted to receive at least one battery therein, and a retaining portion. The thermostat further includes a closure member pivotally secured to the thermostat housing, which is slidable relative to the thermostat housing between an open position in which the closure member freely pivots relative to the housing to permit access to the at least one compartment for replacement of a battery therein, and a latched position in which a latching portion on the closure member slidably engages the retaining portion on the thermostat housing to secure the closure member in a latched position.

Abstract: An apparatus is described for mounting a bimetal coil in a thermostat having an anticipator operable via an anticipator circuit. The apparatus includes an insulating member configured to insulate the coil from the anticipator circuit. The apparatus also includes a conductive shaft configured for mounting the coil and anticipator thereon. The insulating member is further configured for mounting between the coil and the shaft. This apparatus allows an inner end of a bi-metal coil to be secured easily in a thermostat, thus eliminating a need for more expensive mounting methods and costly insulating parts. The apparatus also simplifies calibration while reducing costs of assembly and materials.

Abstract: An apparatus is described for mounting a bimetal coil in a thermostat having an anticipator operable via an anticipator circuit. The apparatus includes an insulating member configured to insulate the coil from the anticipator circuit. The apparatus also includes a conductive shaft configured for mounting the coil and anticipator thereon. The insulating member is further configured for mounting between the coil and the shaft. This apparatus allows an inner end of a bi-metal coil to be secured easily in a thermostat, thus eliminating a need for more expensive mounting methods and costly insulating parts. The apparatus also simplifies calibration while reducing costs of assembly and materials.

Abstract: A thermostat comprising a circuit board for controlling the thermostat, a display, a keypad, and at least one electroluminescent element. The display is operatively connected to the circuit board for displaying information concerning the thermostat. The keypad has at least one key adapted to be pressed by a user. The key is operatively connected to the circuit board in a manner to enable the user to input at least one signal to the circuit board by pressing the key. The electroluminescent element is operatively connected to the circuit board and has a first electroluminescent section and a second electroluminescent section. The first electroluminescent section is adjacent the keypad and the second electroluminescent section is adjacent the display. The first electroluminescent section and the keypad are adapted so that the first electroluminescent section illuminates the keypad.

Abstract: A thermostat for operating a climate control system, the thermostat comprising a base, a bi-color LED on the base capable of producing at least two distinct illuminated signals, and a cover for the base, the cover having a single signal opening which is aligned with the bi-color LED when the cover is on the base to provide at least two distinct lighted signals in a thermostat through a single signal opening in the cover.

Abstract: A synchro system having a microprocessor control element emulating a synchro transmitter. Current sensing circuits measure current developed in a synchro receiver responsive to drive signals generated by the microprocessor control element; the microprocessor control element alters the drive signals to maintain control of current dissipated in the synchro receiver within predetermined limits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and improved method and apparatus for installing and thereby protecting existing offshore structures, existing platforms and flow line risers in the splash and/or wave action zone.

Abstract: A device for and a method of inhibiting damage to a vessel and structure include a bumper mounted on a frame for absorbing the force or shock caused as the vessel moves or rams against the structure which receives the frame and bumper.