Abstract: A bracket device to secure one or more tail wires of one or more drop clamps to a utility pole. The bracket device includes one or more support ribs extending perpendicularly from the bracket base, and attached to one or more side supports. The support ribs and side supports define one or more retention regions along the side of the bracket based. A plurality of securing bolts can be cooperatively coupled to the side supports and define secondary retention regions. The securing bolts may be moved between an open position and a closed position. The bracket device can further comprise a top loop, which extends from the bracket base, and which can be coupled to additional wires. The bracket device can be secured to a utility pole or similar structure by a single fastening component, which is configured to pass through the cavity of the bracket base.

Abstract: Conductor spacer assemblies are disclosed that can be easily and rapidly clamped to parallel electrical conductors suspended between supports, and that can be easily and rapidly secured together with an automatically actuated fastener assembly. The conductor spacer assembly includes an upper spacer body that is coupled to a lower spacer body and an automatically actuated fastener assembly that facilitates quick and safe installation of the conductor spacer assemblies.

Abstract: A system for holding in a conduit (7) cables and/or ducts with different diameters, comprising a plurality of rubbery or rubberlike sleeves (1) for inserting in such a conduit (7), the plurality of sleeves (1) comprising a number of units (2) of bonded sleeves (1) which are oriented parallel to each other, wherein within each unit (2) the sleeves (1) have corresponding outer dimensions, and wherein at least one unit (2) has a sleeve (1) having an inner diameter which differs from an inner diameter of a sleeve (1) of at least one other unit (2) of the number of units, wherein the number of the units (2) and the dimensions of the units (2) are such that therewith a stack of units can be made, in the stack of units (2) each sleeve (1) is also oriented parallel to any of the other sleeves (1), the stack of units having a rectangular shape of which each side is in detail shaped by the presence of a number of the sleeves (1) and of which each edge is in detail shaped by the presence of one, two or three of the slee

Abstract: A positioning cartridge is disclosed for use during manufacture of an electrode. The positioning cartridge may have a plurality of positioning inserts, each with proximal and distal ends, and a scaffold secured to the proximal ends of each positioning insert. The scaffold may be configured to place the positioning inserts in a defined orientation with respect to each other that corresponds to a plurality of longitudinal bores of the electrode. An electrode may be manufactured using the positioning cartridge. The positioning cartridge may have a plurality of components, such that at least one component is associated with each positioning insert. The plurality of components may be temperature sensors. The positioning cartridge may be configured to position each temperature sensor at a location adjacent an outer surface of the electrode.

Abstract: A clip includes an inner housing slidably received in an outer housing with a spring housed in the outer housing between a base of the outer housing and the inner housing. Each of the inner and outer housings include a side opening and a main cavity. When a user manipulates the inner housing, the side openings are aligned with one another, such that a user can insert an object through the respective side openings to be secured within the main cavity of the clip. The clip may further include a decorative member coupled to the outer housing, wherein the decorative member includes a design or a safety feature formed on an outerwardly directed surface thereof.

Abstract: A wire routing structure includes a main body held by a vehicle body fixing member, and which includes a plurality of spaces having a plurality of wires inserted therein, and a partitioning structure that partitions the respective spaces. The main body has a split structure that allows the main body to be opened. The vehicle body fixing member includes a fixing section configured to be fixed to a vehicle body, and a holding section connected to the fixing section and holding the main body. The holding section includes a band fixing structure including a band that holds the main body in a closed state.

Abstract: A multi-IV set retention device for retaining flexible lines (e.g., medical fluid lines, such as IV sets) comprises a retention body having a normal axis, and a plurality of retention slots that removably receive and retain flexible lines, and a plurality of openings to facilitate insertion of a flexible line into an associated retention slot. The retention slots are radially arrayed about the normal axis of the retention body, such that the plurality of flexible lines is movable as a unitary body. The flexible lines can be radially bundled as a collection of flexible lines that define a center of mass about a central portion of the retention device, so that the flexible lines move and act as a single flexible line. One or more of such multi-IV set retention devices can be coupled along a length of one or more flexible lines, thus fanning an IV set retention system. A method of making the multi-IV set retention device, and a method of retaining flexible lines, is provided.

Abstract: An overhead line damper capable of suppressing a lift force that an overhead line receives due to wind is provided. A damper 1 for an overhead line that is provided at an overhead line L2 includes a clamping mechanism (a pair of hinge pieces 21a and 21b) that is fitted to an outer circumferential surface of the overhead line L2, and a rotary member 4 with a lower part attached to weights 3a and 3b, and an upper part rotatably attached to the clamping mechanism, and the clamping mechanism has a regulation part (an opening part 24) that regulates a rotation range of the rotary member 4 so that the weights 3a and 3b rotate within an angle range from ±20 degrees to ±40 degrees inclusive in a vertical direction.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for accessing and/or repairing a select subset of fibers in an ADSS fiber optic cable. The apparatus includes a housing extending from a first end to a second end. A first fiber optic splice tray is positioned within the housing closer to the first end than to the second end. A second fiber optic splice tray is positioned within the housing and spaced apart from the first splice tray. A tension member extends through the housing and includes a first mechanical connector near the first end and a second mechanical connector near the second end. The connectors provide an attachment location for deadends at either end for transferring tension from the undamaged portion of the ADSS fiber optic cable.

Abstract: A cable pathway divider, for installation on a cable runway, includes a pair of post halves and a ring-shaped locking member. Each post half includes a base portion and an extension portion, and the base portions of the post halves are arrangeable at opposite sides of a cross member of a cable runway. The post halves are securable to one another from opposite sides of the cross member, via clamping arrangement of the ring-shaped locking member relative to the post halves, such that the extension portions extend into a space above the cable runway to divide the cable runway into at least two cable paths.

Abstract: A multi-sided cable clamp for clamping drop cables to main span cables. The cable clamp has a central body and a plurality of cable holding assemblies. The plurality of cable holding assemblies are formed into or secured to a side wall of the central body. A coupling member having an eye is operatively coupled to or integrally formed into a bottom surface of the central body so that the eye can be coupled to an extendable reach tool.

Abstract: An airplane fuel level optical sensor using one side-emitting plastic optical fiber (SPOF) and two fluorescent plastic optical fibers (FPOFs) to detect the airplane fuel level without using any electrically conductive component or element placed inside the fuel tank. This dual-FPOF sensor is capable of achieving high resolution and high accuracy with a one-time calibration in the actual airplane's fuel tank environment. One embodiment of the dual-FPOF sensor uses one SPOF and two FPOFs to detect fuel level change based on the optical signal output from the two FPOFs. The sensor design uses large-diameter (core and cladding), lightweight, low-cost and high-durability plastic optical fiber, which is very desirable for airplane installation.

Abstract: A method of spacing conductors includes positioning a conductor between a first clamping body and a second clamping body. A fastener received by the first and second clamping bodies is rotated in a first direction causing a first set of teeth associated with the fastener to engage a second set of teeth associated with the first clamping body to move the first clamping body toward the conductor.

Abstract: A rigid-collision-free transmission line spacer clamp connection structure includes a spacer frame, rotating joint rubber gaskets and spacer connecting clamps, the spacer frame being uniformly provided with a plurality of rotating joint slots that are rotationally connected with spacer connecting clamps, adopting a “spacer frame, rotating joint rubber gasket and spacer connecting clamp body tail” connection form. The spacer connecting clamp has a connecting rod and a clip, the connecting rod being provided with a connecting rod mounting hole at a rear end and the rotating joint slot being provided with a rotating joint rubber gasket and a spacer connecting clamp rotating shaft therein. The spacer connecting clamp rotating shaft penetrates through the connecting rod mounting hole and a rotating joint rubber gasket mounting hole.

Abstract: A space damper for 4-cable bundles of overhead power transmission lines is disclosed, comprising a framework (10) where—from four support arms (20a-20b) depart, at the distal ends of which there are provided clamps for fastening electric cables, said arms (20a-20c) being constrained to the framework (10) through respective dampening hinges (30a-30c), wherein the spacer damper is configured so that the vertical, natural-mode frequencies thereof are higher than the corresponding horizontal, natural-mode frequencies thereof.

Abstract: A cable pathway divider, for installation on a cable runway, includes a pair of post halves and a ring-shaped locking member. Each post half includes a base portion and an extension portion, and the base portions of the post halves are arrangeable at opposite sides of a cross member of a cable runway. The post halves are securable to one another from opposite sides of the cross member, via clamping arrangement of the ring-shaped locking member relative to the post halves, such that the extension portions extend into a space above the cable runway to divide the cable runway into at least two cable paths.

Abstract: Devices and systems for supporting and spacing aerial cables of high voltage of 69 kV or above from a support cable are disclosed. The disclosed systems and devices may include a top piece configured to engage the support cable, a first arm, a second arm, and a third arm, each having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the proximal ends of the first, second, and third arms are connected to the top piece. The devices and systems may also include a cable fastening system located at each of the distal ends of the first, second, and third arms.

Abstract: A spacer device includes an elongate spacing member extending a longitudinal axis for securing to electrical transmission lines, and has a minimum thickness dm. At least one thickened portion having a thickness Tt and length dt is positioned intermediate along the spacing member to form at least two column lengths Lc separated by the at least one thickened portion. Each column length Lc has a portion with the minimum thickness dm. The thickness Tt and length dt of the at least one thickened portion can be at least two times the minimum thickness dm to form at least one end support for the at least two column lengths Lc, such the at least two column lengths Lc behave as separate Euler type columns for producing increased Euler buckling strength with a minimal increase in weight.

Abstract: A cable pathway divider, for installation on a cable runway, includes a pair of post halves and a ring-shaped locking member. Each post half includes a base portion and an extension portion, and the base portions of the post halves are arrangeable at opposite sides of a cross member of a cable runway. The post halves are securable to one another from opposite sides of the cross member, via clamping arrangement of the ring-shaped locking member relative to the post halves, such that the extension portions extend into a space above the cable runway to divide the cable runway into at least two cable paths.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of manufacturing a heat insulation wall body, by which the heat insulation wall body can be manufactured economically. The method is a manufacturing method of a heat insulation wall body having a groove portion formed by a first side wall, a second side wall and a groove bottom. The method includes dispersing and mixing a heat insulating material in an aqueous medium to prepare a slurried heat insulating material, bringing a molding die having a vent and a surface corresponding to a shape of the groove portion, into the obtained slurried heat insulating material, and dehydrating the slurried heat insulating material via the vent, and releasing the molding die from the heat insulating material to prepare the heat insulation wall body in which a depth of the groove portion is fixed, and a width of the groove bottom is varied in a longitudinal direction of the groove portion.

Abstract: A space damper for 4-cable bundles of overhead power transmission lines is disclosed, comprising a framework (10) where—from four support arms (20a-20b) depart, at the distal ends of which there are provided clamps for fastening electric cables, said arms (20a-20c) being constrained to the framework (10) through respective dampening hinges (30a-30c), wherein the spacer damper is configured so that the vertical, natural-mode frequencies thereof are higher than the corresponding horizontal, natural-mode frequencies thereof.

Abstract: Among other things, a spacer unit for spacing apart a bundle of cables is provided. The spacer unit comprises two or more spacer assemblies which are adjustable to provide for various sized bundle configurations and/or to provide for various degrees of spacing. Respective spacer assemblies comprise a housing apparatus and a modular frame. The housing apparatus couples to a clamping arm that clamps to a cable. The modular frame allows the spacer assembly to be coupled to other spacer assemblies to vary a configuration of a spacing unit, and is configured for selective rotation relative to the housing apparatus to facilitate altering a shape of the spacer assembly.

Abstract: A spacer assembly includes a first clamping body having first and second ends and first and second protrusions extending from the first and second ends, respectively. A second clamping body has third and fourth ends and third and fourth protrusions extending from the third and fourth ends, respectively. A first gripping member disposed between the first and third ends has first and second openings for receiving the first and third protrusions, respectively, such that the first and third protrusions pass completely through the first and second openings to contact a first conductor received by the first gripping member. A second gripping member disposed between the second and fourth ends has third and fourth openings for receiving the second and fourth protrusions, respectively, such that the second and fourth protrusions pass completely through the third and fourth openings to contact a second conductor received by the second gripping member.

Abstract: A system guides and secures the position of strand elements, such as cables, hoses or tubes, in particular in wind power installations. The system includes a base body (1) that forms at least one strand passage with a receiving space (19) for at least one strand element. The respective strand passages are formed by inserts (3) in the form of independent components. A locking device with a locking element (25) forms a form-fitting latching of each insert (3) on the base body (1).

Abstract: A multiple axis control suspension system is disclosed. An example system includes at least one spine having a greater moment of inertia about a transverse centroidal axis than about a vertical centroidal axis. The example system includes at least one support member. A passage is formed through the at least one support member, the passage configured to receive the elongate spine. At least one receptacle is provided in the at least one support member, the at least one receptacle configured to receive at least one conduit such that a force acting on the conduit is transferred to the elongate spine.

Abstract: A mounting system for strand-shaped functional elements (5) such as cables or lines, particularly for wind power plants, has a main body (1) having strand passageways (3) formed by receiving spaces (7) with openings (13) for inserting functional elements (5). The openings are closable by a cover devices (49, 43). The spaces define receiving axes (15) extending from the outer opening (13) to the inner end (17) of the receiving spaces (7). The main body (1) is formed from at least two sector elements (11, 12) each having at least one strand passageway (3) and coupleable to one another at at least one connecting point (21). The receiving axes (15) of successive strand passageways (3) on the main body (1) diverge outwardly.

Abstract: An aerial cable spacer apparatus and associated methods thereto are provided. The aerial cable spacer apparatus includes a spacer arm. A spacer body is connected to the spacer arm. At least one saddle is formed on the spacer body. At least one roller is connected to at least one of the at least one saddle and the spacer body, wherein an exterior surface of the at least one roller is positioned to intersect a cable interface path of the at least one saddle.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a mooring compensator not needing any rope threading; instead, even after the boat is moored, it can effortlessly be fastened onto any rope (6) with a simple loop (7, 8). The special characteristic of the mooring compensator is that, when pulled, the openings (9, 9A) at the end elements (2, 2A) of the mooring compensator close, thereby efficiently preventing the loop (7, 8) in the boat rope (6) from sliding out of the opening (9, 9A) and from opening.

Abstract: A spacer assembly includes first and second clamping bodies. The first clamping body has a first slot therein and the second clamping body has an opening. A fastener is received by the first clamping body slot and the second clamping body opening to secure the first clamping body to the second clamping body such that rotation of the fastener moves the fastener in the first clamping body slot to move the first clamping body relative to the second clamping body.

Abstract: A high voltage electrode arrangement includes a dome-shaped top portion, a toroid-shaped bottom portion, and an intermediate portion for connecting the top portion and the bottom portion. The intermediate portion includes a lead-trough for receiving high voltage equipment to be interconnected.

Abstract: A spacer device includes an elongate spacing member extending a longitudinal axis for securing to electrical transmission lines, and has a minimum thickness dm. At least one thickened portion having a thickness Tt and length dt is positioned intermediate along the spacing member to form at least two column lengths Lc separated by the at least one thickened portion. Each column length Lc has a portion with the minimum thickness dm. The thickness Tt and length dt of the at least one thickened portion can be at least two times the minimum thickness dm to form at least one end support for the at least two column lengths Lc, such the at least two column lengths Lc behave as separate Euler type columns for producing increased Euler buckling strength with a minimal increase in weight.

Abstract: To enable a plurality of coated wires inserted in a tubular member to be positioned in a direction intersecting a length direction thereof. A conductive line includes a wire bundle having a configuration in which a plurality of coated wires are bundled together, a tubular member that is arranged so as to surround the wire bundle and that is bent in a state in which the wire bundle is inserted therein, and a spacer that has holding portions formed therein capable of holding the plurality of coated wires in a state in which displacement of the coated wires in a direction intersecting the length direction thereof is restricted, and that is housed in the tubular member.

Abstract: A spacer device includes an elongate spacing member extending a longitudinal axis for securing to electrical transmission lines, and has a minimum thickness dm. At least one thickened portion having a thickness Tt and length dt is positioned intermediate along the spacing member to form at least two column lengths Lc separated by the at least one thickened portion. Each column length Lc has a portion with the minimum thickness dm. The thickness Tt and length dt of the at least one thickened portion can be at least two times the minimum thickness dm to form at least one end support for the at least two column lengths Lc, such the at least two column lengths Lc behave as separate Euler type columns for producing increased Euler buckling strength with a minimal increase in weight.

Abstract: A separator spline formed of a foamed, halogen-free polymeric material for separating twisted pairs of conductors is described. The isolator may take the shape of an “X”, a +, a rod, a star configuration, a tube or a flat rectangular shape, with the isolator separating twisted pairs of conductors. In the case of the “X”-shape, the twisted pairs are separated by the arms of the X. The halogen-free polymeric material is preferably selected from a resin selected from the group of polyetherimide (PEI), polyetherimide/polysiloxane copolymer, elastomer-modified-polyphenylene-ether blend, and combinations thereof. The isolator and twisted pairs are preferably part of a communication cable and being covered with a sheath.

Abstract: A spacer assembly includes first and second clamping bodies. The first clamping body has a first slot. The first slot has a first set of teeth. The second clamping body has a second slot. The fastener connects the first clamping body to the second clamping body. The fastener has a second set of teeth to engage the first set of teeth such that rotation of the fastener moves the first clamping body relative to the second clamping body.

Abstract: An apparatus for dual acting strain relief is provided. In one embodiment, a strain relief apparatus comprises: a main body having a base member including a first surface and a second surface, and a cone member extending from the first surface of the base member, the cone member including an orifice that penetrates through the main body to the second surface; a primary clamp that secures to the main body and shaped to interface with the base member to form a first set of clamping surfaces where the orifice penetrates the second surface; and a secondary clamp having a tapered cavity therein that penetrates through the secondary clamp and is shaped to receive the cone member. A surface of the tapered cavity and a surface of the cone member form a second set of clamping surfaces. The second set of clamping surfaces provide an electrical path to the chassis.

Abstract: The present invention provides an assembly for routing and retaining wires or cables in an electronic assembly or the like, including: an elongate member; and a plurality of annular structures disposed in a spaced apart relationship about the elongate member, wherein each of the plurality of annular structures defines a plurality of channels about its circumference, wherein each of the plurality of channels is configured to receive and retain a wire or cable.

Abstract: A spacer device includes an elongate spacing member extending a longitudinal axis for securing to electrical transmission lines, and has a minimum thickness dm. At least one thickened portion having a thickness Tt and length dt is positioned intermediate along the spacing member to form at least two column lengths Lc separated by the at least one thickened portion. Each column length Lc has a portion with the minimum thickness dm. The thickness Tt and length dt of the at least one thickened portion can be at least two times the minimum thickness dm to form at least one end support for the at least two column lengths Lc, such the at least two column lengths Lc behave as separate Euler type columns for producing increased Euler buckling strength with a minimal increase in weight.

Abstract: A universal cable hanger or clamp that can accommodate a variety of cable sizes, and can be mounted on a variety of structures in a various ways. The hanger includes a fixed block with a movable block, where the fixed block can be clamped or attached to a fixed structure, and includes a pair of partially open curved sections adapted to receive and hold cables of various sizes. The movable block includes two curved or V-shaped or U-shaped arms that correspond to the partially open curved sections. As the movable block is inserted into the fixed block, the arms close off the curved space, in whole or in part, to grip and hold a cable in the space. Two posts on the movable block engage indentations in slots on the fixed block, thereby providing a curved space of fixed size corresponding to different cable sizes. Multiple hangers can be stacked.

Abstract: A separator is disclosed which provides an electrically insulating layer between groups of windings in an electrical apparatus, such as a rotating electrical machine. The separator comprises a matrix of interconnected rods. This can allow air gaps to be present between groups of windings, which may improve the cooling efficiency of the apparatus.

Abstract: Spacers for use on power distribution lines are disclosed that include a body, a messenger hook, and a conductor hook. A messenger clamp is pivotally connected to the messenger hook, and is rotatable from an open position to a messenger engaging position. A conductor clamp is pivotally connected to the conductor hook, and is rotatable from an open position to a conductor engaging position.

Abstract: Spacers for use on power distribution lines are disclosed that include a body, a messenger hook, and a conductor hook. A messenger clamp is pivotally connected to the messenger hook, and is rotatable from an open position to a messenger engaging position. A conductor clamp is pivotally connected to the conductor hook, and is rotatable from an open position to a conductor engaging position.

Abstract: A universal cable hanger or clamp that can accommodate a variety of cable sizes, and can be mounted on a variety of structures in a various ways. The hanger comprises a fixed block with a movable block, where the fixed block can be clamped or attached to a fixed structure, and comprises a pair of partially open curved sections adapted to receive and hold cables of various sizes. The movable block comprises two curved or V-shaped or U-shaped arms that correspond to the partially open curved sections. As the movable block is inserted into the fixed block, the arms close off the curved space, in whole or in part, to grip and hold a cable in the space. Two posts on the movable block engage indentations in slots on the fixed block, thereby providing a curved space of fixed size corresponding to different cable sizes. Multiple hangers can be stacked.

Abstract: A device for positioning and maintaining electric harnesses on the casing of a turbo-jet engine includes harness supports standardized for directions substantially perpendicular to the axis of the turbojet engine and harness supports standardized for directions substantially parallel to the axis of the turbo-jet engine.

Abstract: This invention relates to the design and manufacture of Stockbridge type vibration dampers for overhead power transmission lines. The invention provides a Stockbridge vibration damper comprising a pair of damping weights joined by a stranded steel cable, a clamp attached to the cable at a location intermediate the weights for attachment to an overhead power transmission line. The stranded steel cable comprises two or more layers of wire, wherein at the point of connection of the damping weight to the stranded steel cable one layer of wires is attached to the weight and the remaining layer(s) of wires is/are free to move.

Abstract: The electrical insulator has an insulator body 3 which is fitted between an electrical conductor 1 and a grounded holder 2. The surface of the insulator is at least partially formed by a protective body 6. The material of the protective body has a low dielectric constant in comparison to that of the material of the insulator body 3. The protective body 6 prevents an electrically conductive particle 12 from coming to rest directly on the surface of the insulator body 3, in particular in the region of the triple points T, or causing a considerable increase in the field due to immediate proximity to the insulator body 3. The breakdown voltage of a gas-insulated system which contains such insulators provided with a protective body is increased. Gas-insulated systems can thus be made more compactly and more cheaply, and their life can be extended.

Abstract: An arrangement for spacing electrodes used in the electrowinning of copper includes two identical spacers which are designed to be mounted in an opening of an anode. Each spacer is elongated and has two ends which respectively face upward and downward during use. The upward facing end includes a confining surface which confronts a major surface of the anode on which the spacer is mounted and a sliding surface which faces away from the confining surface and has a slope. The confining surface and the sliding surface meet at a knife-edge which again faces upward during use. When the anode on which the spacer is mounted is immersed in an electrolytic bath and a cathode is lowered into a position adjacent to the anode, the knife-edge prevents the cathode from becoming caught on the spacer should the cathode be lowered onto the spacer. In addition, the sliding surface allows the cathode to slide towards its position.

Abstract: A line spacer for use between power transmission lines to maintain the lines at a set spacing front each other includes at least two spaced jaws and a lever action closure mechanism operable to close the jaws after engaging of the spacer onto adjacent lines, to fix the spacer in position between the lines.

Abstract: A cross-arm for a utility pole, the cross-arm includes an elongated, hollow bar member molded from synthetic material, such as a sheet-molding compound of polyester glass-reinforced plastic. The elongated bar member has a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a plurality of through-holes for mounting the cross-arm to a utility pole with fasteners and for mounting electrical line support insulators. A groove extends from the first end to the second end of the elongated bar member, for receiving a wire or cable. A recess is provided in a wall of the elongated, hollow bar member which substantially conforms a section of the wall to the utility pole.

Abstract: A spacer device for maintaining separation of a plurality of utility lines. The spacer includes a series of non-conductive, insulator members extending in longitudinally spaced relation to one another along a common longitudinal axis, and being interconnected to one another by an elongated rod which also extends along the common longitudinal axis. The insulator members each include respective conductor engaging portions, body portions, and a passageway extending longitudinally therethrough. The rod engages and extends through the passageways of each insulator member. The conductor engaging portions each include bar members that have a v-shaped notch removed therefrom to facilitate stable and secure engagement of the insulator members on top the conductors.