Abstract: A hydrocarbon management system comprises a flare boom configured to connect to a drilling or production rig. The flare boom is configured to combust at least a portion of hydrocarbon fluids flowed from the rig to the flare boom. A catcher is configured to be spatially positioned relative to the end of the flare boom. The catcher comprises a diverter positioned to divert a flow of uncombusted hydrocarbon liquids from the flare boom, and a container configured to receive the uncombusted hydrocarbon liquids diverted by the diverter.

Abstract: The present application discloses a maintenance plant management method, maintenance plant management system and data management server, this method comprises: receiving, via a data management server, a transaction request of using a maintenance plant from a first user and calling a usage smart contract to grant a permission of usage of the maintenance plant to the first user according to the transaction request; calling the usage smart contract to send a transaction payment request to the first user according to transaction information when the first user finishes using the maintenance plant; performing a sharing according to the transaction sharing rule via the data management server when the payment transaction is finished by the first user; and receiving the transaction information submitted by the data management server and registering the transaction information in a block chain via the block chain node device.

Abstract: A gardening apparatus includes a feeder cup, a connector, and a central axis. The feeder cup includes a first pouring section, a second pouring section, a third pouring section, and a fourth pouring section. The feeder cup and the connector are concentrically aligned along the central axis. The feeder cup and the connector are adjacently connected to each other as the feeder cup provide storage area for water or fertilizer. The first pouring section, the second pouring section, the third pouring section, and the fourth pouring section are radially integrated into the feeder cup to channel through the stored water or fertilizer. The connector functions as a fastening body to secure the feeder cup to existing watering wands or a handle so that the hard-to-reach botanical can be reached.

Abstract: An oil change machine or apparatus for removing used oil from an engine has flow lines for removing oil directly from the engine, which can be an automobile engine or a boat engine. The oil change machine can be configured to empty used oil to a designated waste oil bin. The oil change apparatus or machine can be located at a shop, can be portable and maneuverable from locations to locations, or be mounted on a service vehicle for on-site use, such as to perform oil change away from an oil lube center. The oil change machine can have adaptors for use with various engine models and can include an onboard offloading tank, in addition to a service holding tank, for performing multiple oil changes.

Abstract: An articulated storage apparatus has a mounting plate having openings for fasteners to mount to a stable stationary surface, a first arm extending from the mounting plate, a second arm coupled at a first end to the first arm at an end away from the carrier plate by a first vertically-oriented rotation mechanism driven by a first electric motor, a carrier plate having openings for fasteners to mount to a storage container, a third arm extending from the carrier plate coupled at an end away from the carrier plate to the second arm at a second end opposite the first end by a second vertically-oriented rotation mechanism driven by a second electric motor, and a control system having independent drivers for the first and the second electric motors, with inputs for independently rotating the electric motors in opposite directions.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention discloses a storage container with an integrated mat. The storage container includes a receptacle for holding various objects (Eg. toys, crafts, games), and the mat is foldably storable inside the container, wherein the mat is configured in a way such that the mat can be pulled out of the container for performing various activities using the objects, and once done, the objects can be rolled back into the storage container with great ease.

Abstract: A deflation apparatus includes a cylindrical deflation main body including a socket portion and an exhausting portion. The socket portion includes an opening for receiving a spool of a valve and the opening is connected to an inner space, being through the socket portion and the exhausting portion, and an outer wall of the exhausting portion includes a plurality of exhausting holes connected to the inner space. An exhausting direction of the exhausting holes is orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the deflation main body. A flat stream leading portion, in the inner space, is configured to separate the inner space to form at least two exhausting channels. Each of the exhausting channels is connected to at least one of the exhausting holes. The flat stream leading portion has an abut side, wherein the abut side is extended toward the opening and abuts the spool of the valve.

Abstract: A drain plug for an oil pan coupled to a plug mounting hole formed at one side of a lower portion of the oil pan, the drain plug may include a head portion configured to be formed at one end portion of the drain plug, and a screw portion configured to extend from the head portion and be screw-coupled to the plug mounting hole of the oil pan.

Abstract: A method and a kit for oil removal or injection into the oil pan of a vehicle, marine or aircraft engine. A modified dip stick tube or other access tube extends to the bottom of the oil pan has at least one or more openings at its bottom end to allow oil to enter or exit. The top has an air-tight seal that can be attached to a flexible tube that can be run to a peristaltic pump. The pump can have an exit tube that runs into an oil recovery receptacle. After draining, the oil, the tube can be valved or physically relocated to a fresh oil source. The direction of rotation of the pump can be reversed to fill the oil pan with fresh oil. An electric control can run the pump in both a forward and reverse direction typically from a vehicle battery voltage source.

Abstract: A funnel can include an inlet orifice, an outlet orifice and a sidewall extending axially between the inlet orifice and the outlet orifice. The funnel can also include a tool holder for holding at least one tool and that is disposed within the funnel. At least first and second support members can extend between an inner surface of the sidewall and the tool holder to support the tool holder within the funnel. The first support member, second support member and tool holder may be rotatable with the sidewall about a funnel axis to rotatably drive a tool connected to the tool holder when the funnel is rotated about the funnel axis by a user.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses a system and method for automatically replacing vehicle fluid, such as engine oil, with a robotic serving unit or robotic machine. The robotic machine comprises a motorized, autonomously maneuverable unit that has on its top a drainage arm to connect with an oil drain plug of a vehicle. In a preferred embodiment, the oil drain plug comprises a hollow interior for the drainage arm to connect with and drain the oil, and can also comprise a sealable element to retain the oil.

Abstract: A gearbox for a rotary wing aircraft including a sump, a primary lubricant reservoir fluidically connected to the sump, one or more primary lubricant jets fluidically connected to the primary lubricant reservoir, an auxiliary lubricant reservoir fluidically connected to the sump, one or more auxiliary lubricant jets fluidically connected to the auxiliary lubricant reservoir, and at least one valve selectively fluidically connecting the sump and the primary lubricant reservoir based on a first lubricant pressure and the sump and the auxiliary lubricant reservoir based on a second lubricant pressure at the at least one valve.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a flexible oil filter bib comprises an open end, a closed end, and upper and lower side panels, an oil filter removal aperture configured to permit access by an oil filter removal tool and graspable tabs configured to secure a portion of the bib under the oil filter. In some embodiments, a disposal compartment is configured to receive a removed oil filter and used oil. In some embodiments, a folded edge is formed at the open end of the bib to further contain used oil. In particular embodiments, one or more pockets can receive an end of an elongate tool to facilitate positioning the bib. In another embodiment, a bag is placed at least partially around an oil filter by placing a lower portion of the bag under the fixed end of the oil filter and inserting a tool through an aperture in the bag to remove the oil filter, allowing it to fall into the bag.

Abstract: An enhanced control system for an electronic automatic transmission enables the transmission to operate in a full neutral idle, a reverse lockout, and an inching mode. These functions improve the mileage and durability of the operation of the transmission. They also enable the inching mode for use especially in industrial applications.

Abstract: A method and a kit for oil removal or injection into the oil pan of a vehicle, marine or aircraft engine. A modified dip stick tube extends to the bottom of the oil pan has at least one or more openings at its bottom end to allow oil to enter or exit. The top has an air-tight seal that can be attached to a flexible tube that can be run to a peristaltic pump. The pump can have an exit tube that runs into an oil recovery receptacle. After draining, the oil, the tube can be valved or physically relocated to a fresh oil source. The direction of rotation of the pump can be reversed to fill the oil pan with fresh oil. An electric control can run the pump in both a forward and reverse direction typically from a vehicle battery voltage source.

Abstract: A trench is dug under an above ground water storage tank either before erection of the walls or after the wall is erected. A (rectangular) sump is preferably made of ¼ inch steel. It serves as a conduit from an inner tank liner port to an outside tank fill or drain port. The system eliminates hoses hung over the top edge of the tank wall. A pump can fill the tank from the outer port. The tank can be drained using head pressure of the water and/or a pump.

Abstract: A lubrication system for a machine includes a sump to collect a bulk portion of a fluid lubricant and a pump adapted to circulate the lubricant from the sump through a lubricant line to a lubrication target area of the machine. The lubrication system also includes a dip stick defining a first end outside of the machine, a second end immersed in the bulk portion of lubricant, and a lubricant level indicator between the first end and the second end. The lubrication system further includes an additive fixture coupled to the second end of the dip stick. The additive fixture includes at least one additive material section adapted to dissolve in the lubricant to distribute an additive chemical in lubricant circulating through the machine.

Abstract: A drain valve for a compressed air brake system of a vehicle comprises a valve housing defining a valve chamber open at one end and a drain aperture at the opposite end. A poppet has a poppet body at least partially received in the valve chamber and provided with a seal. The poppet is slidable between a closed position in which the poppet and the seal contact the inner wall of the valve housing around the drain aperture thereby closing the drain aperture, and an open position moved away from the drain aperture. A spring urges the poppet to the closed position. The poppet and the seal are incorporated in a single multi-component injection molded plastic part comprising at least two components. The poppet body is formed of a first plastic component and the seal is formed of a second plastic component partially embedded in the first plastic component.

Abstract: An extension device for remotely opening and closing a valve from a user knob is described. The device includes a flexible connector that allows the user knob to be positioned in various places relative the valve. One use for the disclosed device is with a gas grill, wherein the gas tank is placed in a position that is not easily accessible or is difficult for some persons to access. The extension device may be mounted in various positions on or near the grill allowing the user to open and close the gas tank's valve before and after use of the grill.

Abstract: The oil filter removal tool is a hand tool. The oil filter removal tool installs and removes an oil filter from a vehicle engine. The oil filter is further defined with an outer diameter and a plurality of indentations. The oil filter removal tool is a cylindrical structure. The cylindrical structure of the oil filter removal tool contains oil leaks resulting from the removal of an oil filter from the vehicle engine. The cylindrical structure channels the oil leaks into the catch pan normally placed under the vehicle engine during an oil change. The oil filter removal tool comprises a pipe and a plurality of ridges. The plurality of ridges is mounted on the interior of the pipe.

Abstract: A method and a kit for oil removal or injection into the oil pan of a vehicle, marine or aircraft engine. A modified dip stick tube extends to the bottom of the oil pan has at least one or more openings at its bottom end to allow oil to enter or exit. The top has an air-tight seal that can be attached to a flexible tube that can be run to a peristaltic pump. The pump can have an exit tube that runs into an oil recovery receptacle. After draining, the oil, the tube can be valved or physically relocated to a fresh oil source. The direction of rotation of the pump can be reversed to fill the oil pan with fresh oil. An electric control can run the pump in both a forward and reverse direction typically from a vehicle battery voltage source.

Abstract: An illumination device for use with gas combustor, which includes an engage ring and at least one lamp. The outer circumference of the engage ring is formed with at least one pivotal seat, and the outer circumference of each of the at least one lamps is formed with a spherical shaft having the inclined angle being adjustable and pivotally connected in the pivotal seat. The illumination device is able to be rapidly connected to a conventional gas combustor, when the above two are combined as one piece, a light source of each of the at least one lamps can be turned on through adjusting the inclined angle of each of the at least one lamps relative to the engage ring, so the generated lights can be projected to the combusting location of the gas combustor to provide required illumination during the combustion operation.

Abstract: Digital to analog converters have first and second to analog arrays. The first digital to analog array has a reference input, a reference output, a first digital input that is connectable to a digital signal, and an analog output. The second digital to analog array includes a reference input, a reference output that is coupled to the reference input of the first digital to analog array, a plurality of switches coupled to the reference input, and a plurality of resistors coupled between the switches and the reference output.

Abstract: An oil collection system includes a boat that has an engine. A pan is removably coupled to the engine such that the pan may capture oil leaked from the engine. A plurality of clips is provided and each of the clips is coupled to the pan. Each of the clips engages the bottom end of the engine such that the pan is removably retained on the engine. A filter is positioned within the pan such that the filter filters the oil. A gauge is coupled to the pan such that the gauge may display an amount of oil contained within the pan. A drain is coupled to the pan such that the drain may selectively drain the oil from the pan.

Abstract: The invention is generally applicable to a container. More specifically, the invention is applicable to a container for the collection, storage and transport of waste and refuse material, such as food grease generated by restaurants, schools, hospitals, grocery stores, hotels and other institutions that generate waste food grease.

Abstract: A vacuum generation system, in particular for applications to hybrid-drive motor vehicles, comprises a vacuum pump (10) arranged to be independently driven by either an internal combustion engine (1 1) or an electric motor (12) depending on the vacuum conditions in utilizing devices (15) and the operating conditions of the internal combustion engine. A pump for use in such a system and a method of vacuum generation by using the system are also provided.

Abstract: A driveline component with a housing, which defines a sump, a power-transmitting device received in the housing, a reservoir coupled to the housing, and a reservoir level control device (RLCD). The reservoir has an inlet and outlet and defines a cavity. The RLCD has a skimmer and an outlet port flow control (OPFC). The skimmer is coupled to the housing for movement between a first position, in which the skimmer is positioned relative to a driven component of the power-transmitting device to skim the lubricant from the driven component, and a second position. The OPFC can be operated in a first condition, in which fluid flow from the outlet port is substantially blocked to thereby inhibit a flow of the lubricant in the cavity to the sump, and a second condition, in which fluid flow through the outlet port from the cavity to the sump is permitted.

Abstract: An oil filter includes a casing (2) having a cylinder portion formed with an opening in one end thereof and a threaded portion formed on an inner peripheral surface of the cylinder portion, and a cap (6) threadably engaging with the threaded portion to contain a filter element between the casing (2) and the cap (6). The cap (6) includes a flange abutted on an open end surface of the cylinder portion of the casing (2) and allowing the cap (6) to be positioned by the casing (2), and a recess fittably receiving a sealing member for obstructing oil flow between the cap (6) and the casing (2). The cap (6) is formed with a facilitating portion that allows at least a part of the sealing member to move onto a radial end surface of the flange when the sealing member is mounted on an outer peripheral surface of the cap (6) at a place between the flange and the recess and the cap (6) is positioned by the casing (2).

Abstract: A device for removing oils, fuels and other fluids from reservoirs is disclosed that works in conjunction with engine-powered devices via a vacuum-actuated valve containing a multi-tiered U-groove. The U-groove allows a disconnection of the valve bolt shaft from the threaded end that fits inside the reservoir, trapping and holding the fluid in the reservoir.

Abstract: An extension device for remotely opening and closing a valve from a user knob is described. The device includes a flexible connector that allows the user knob to be positioned in various places relative the valve. One use for the disclosed device is with a gas grill, wherein the gas tank is placed in a position that is not easily accessible or is difficult for some persons to access. The extension device may be mounted in various positions on or near the grill allowing the user to open and close the gas tank's valve before and after use of the grill.

Abstract: A fluid diversion device utilizes a branch pipeline control device to realize control of a branch pipeline, wherein a base of the branch pipeline control device has a flow passage opening communicated with a main accommodation body in a sealing manner, and a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole for being communicated with the branch pipeline. A driving part in a valve cap assembly is utilized to drive a valve core assembly to open and close the flow passage opening. In such a configuration, flush sealing surfaces do not need to be machined on the main accommodation body, the machining technology is simple, and it is not necessary for the branch pipeline control device to machine the main accommodation body (including a main pipeline and a container, etc.) into a columnar platform, which greatly reduces the requirement for cavity wall thickness and machining difficulty, as well as reduces the cost.

Abstract: The invention relates to an environment-friendly paper bag recycling storage plate characterized by comprising a guide plate structure and a paper bag support plate structure which are folded by a hard foldable material. The guide plate structure is hinged with an end of the paper bag support plate structure, when in storage, the guide plate structure and the paper bag support plate structure are closely abutted and folded into a flat plate, when in use, the paper bag support plate structure and the guide plate structure are folded into a slot shape, the paper bag support plate structure is inserted into a paper bag, and a garbage housing space is formed by the slot-shaped paper bag support plate structure and the paper bag, after the guide plate structure is turned in place towards the direction away from the paper bag support plate structure, garbage enters the garbage housing space along the guide plate structure.

Abstract: A machine for replacing used transmission fluid in a vehicle with new transmission fluid includes a frame having a housing. The machine includes a pair of service hoses that extend from the machine and connect to the vehicle's transmission fluid system for placing the machine in the fluid flow. A new fluid tank and a used fluid tank are provided. A pump and a manifold are associated with each of the tanks. The pumps provide for the selective withdraw or insertion of fluid into or out of the tanks. A display on the housing presents an operator of the machine with various tasks or options the machine can perform. A processor controls activation of the pumps and other electrical components based on inputs received by the display. Scales are provided under each tank for determining the amount of fluid going into and out of the tanks during the exchange process.

Abstract: A universal drain plug system and method allow for the use of a single tool, such as a wrench, for installing and removing drain plugs from fluid containers such as vehicle oil pans. The system includes a plurality of different drain plugs, each with a substantially identical tool-engaging head portion, but with a different threaded shaft. The threaded shafts may differ in diameter, length, and thread dimensions including thread height and pitch, for example.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention include an apparatus for monitoring a lubrication oil in a turbomachine oil reservoir, the apparatus having: a housing section including: a casing; a base plate and a back support coupled with the casing; an oil intake conduit extending through the base plate, the oil intake conduit for fluidly connecting with the turbomachine oil reservoir; a pump fluidly connected with the oil intake conduit; an oil analyzer fluidly connected with the pump; and a drain conduit fluidly connected with the oil analyzer and extending through the base plate; and a mount coupled with the housing section, the mount for coupling with the turbomachine oil reservoir.

Abstract: An oil changing device for a transmission includes a tub body having a receiving space for receiving transmission oil, a main assembly having a base body, a manual set and a backflow valve, the base body mounted to the tub body, the base body having a main channel, a first passage and a backflow passage, the base body configured to connect with one end of an injection tube, another end of the injection tube connected to a transmission, the injection tube communicating with the main channel, the base body having a through hole opened therethrough, the through hole communicating with the main channel, the manual set having a second passage defined therein, the first passage connected between the main channel and the second passage, the backflow valve inserted into the through hole, and the backflow valve selectively closing or unclosing the backflow passage.

Abstract: A self-help oil changing apparatus includes a nozzle having an outer tube in which an oil suction tube and an oil filling tube are received. Each of the oil suction tube and the oil filling tube has an end extending out of an insertion end of the outer tube. A clean oil tank and a dirty oil tank are respectively in communication with the other ends of the oil filling tube and the oil suction tube. An oil pressure control module includes a dirty oil pump and a clean oil pump. The dirty oil pump is connected to the oil suction tube and is in communication with the dirty oil tank. The clean oil pump is in communication with the oil filling tube and the clean oil tank. A control unit is electrically connected to and controls operations of the dirty oil pump and the clean oil pump.

Abstract: An air accelerating system includes a housing that has a bore extending through top and bottom ends of the housing. A mounting collar mounted on the bottom end fluidly couples the housing to an oil fill hole of a valve cover. An axle mounted in the bore has a plurality of main blades mounted thereon which are rotated when the axle is rotated to exhaust air from the bottom end to blow oil out of engine valves and into an oil pan of an engine. A drive mount mounted to the top end has at least one vent aperture extending therethrough that is in fluid communication with the bore. A drive spindle rotatably mounted to the drive mount is engaged with the axle and engageable with a drill. The drill rotates the axle to draw air into the vent aperture and expel it outwardly of the bottom end.

Abstract: A drain valve for draining liquid out of a container which comprises an essentially cylindrical opening that passes through a thickened area of the container wall, with an internally threaded section formed at an outer end thereof, followed by an interior space with a larger diameter into which a duct opens, and opposite the interior space an inner section with a smaller diameter opens into the container. A step is provided between the interior space and the inner section and serves as the seat for an associated end face of the valve element. A step between the interior space and the bore, on the one hand, and the inner end face of the valve element, on the other hand, are designed to co-operate as a valve seat which progressively opens and closes as the valve element is displaced.

Abstract: A portable pumping assembly for pumping and transporting fluids includes a container having bottom and side walls defining a chamber and a hand operated pump connected with an upper portion of the container side walls and arranged within the container generally parallel to the container bottom wall. When the pump is operated, fluid is drawn from outside the container and deposited into the container chamber for easy transport to a disposal location or facility.

Abstract: The present invention is an oil pump used in combination with a twin cam type engine, such as a HARLEY DAVIDSON® type A or type B engine, that includes a first high pressure gerotor and cam chest scavenger gerotor housing, a separator plate that establishes an independent dual scavenging capability and a second crankcase sump scavenger gerotor housing that pulls oil from the crankcase sump. The oil pump also includes a high pressure gerotor that pulls oil from an oil reservoir and supplies oil under pressure through a stock or aftermarket cam plate to the engine, a cam chest scavenger gerotor to scavenge oil in a cam chest of the engine and return the oil to the oil reservoir, a crankcase sump scavenger gerotor to scavenge the oil in a crankcase sump of the engine and return the oil to the oil reservoir and an o-ring to prevent the oil from leaking into the cam chest of the engine.

Abstract: A container for fluid which includes: an inlet; and a catchment surface for draining the fluid from an exterior of the container into the container through the inlet when the container is in a prone condition, wherein the container is moveable from the prone condition to a carrying condition, and wherein the inlet is positioned so as to be elevated above a contained fluid when the container is in either the prone condition or the carrying condition. The container can include a collecting wall, wherein the collecting wall includes a flow obstacle for slowing a flow of the fluid on the exterior of the container. The flow obstacle can be provided by ribs on the catchment surface. The container can include an outlet adapted to substantially resist fluid flow when in the prone condition, and adapted to allow fluid flow when in a pouring condition for draining the fluid from the container.

Abstract: An automated gear oil service system for a boat motor outdrive includes a bidirectional pump that is in selective communication with a drain reservoir, a refill reservoir and the motor's gear oil lube chamber. A control panel positioned on the boat dashboard operates the pump and associated solenoid valves allowing a user to transfer gear oil from the refill reservoir into the fluid chamber or to drain fluid from the chamber into the drain reservoir. The control panel includes LEDs in communication with a level sensor that indicates the relative gear oil level within the chamber. Accordingly, when the LEDs indicate a low fluid level, the user can easily replenish the gear oil by actuating a first button to initiate transfer of fluid from the refill reservoir to the lube chamber. To observe the quality of lubricating fluid within the chamber, the user actuates a second button to transfer the fluid from the chamber into the drain reservoir where the user can inspect the fluid for contamination.

Abstract: Gas turbine engines systems and methods involving oil flow management are provided. In this regard, a oil pressure analysis system for a gas turbine engine is operative to: receive information corresponding to measured oil pressure and rotational speed during a start up of the engine; correlate the information into data sets, each of the data sets containing a measured oil pressure and a corresponding rotational speed; and determine whether the oil flow valve is functioning properly based on the information contained in the data sets.

Abstract: A method is provided for determining remaining oil life prior to an oil change in an internal combustion engine that uses a body of oil. The method includes transferring the body of oil to the engine and determining a volume of the transferred body of oil. The method also includes determining quality of the transferred body of oil and determining the remaining oil life based on the determined quality and volume of the body of oil. The method additionally includes activating an oil change indicator when the remaining oil life reaches a predetermined level. A system for determining a number of engine revolutions permitted on a volume of oil is also disclosed.

Abstract: A gas turbine engine includes a compressor having first annular connection structure at a forward end portion of an air inlet housing of the compressor. The gas turbine engine may also include intake ducting having second annular connection structure adjacent a central passage of the intake ducting. The first annular connection structure and the second annular connection structure may form at least part of an interface between the air inlet housing and the intake ducting during operation of the gas turbine engine. The first and second annular connection structures may have shapes allowing the first annular connection structure to be moved through and beyond the second annular connection structure in a forward direction, the forward direction being opposite a direction of compressed air flow in the compressor during operation.

Abstract: A vehicle is provided that may include a chassis, a mounting bracket, a drivetrain component, a first shaft and a second shaft. The mounting bracket may be secured to the chassis. The drivetrain component may include a housing defining an internal cavity and including a fluid fill-hole in communication with the internal cavity and extending through an exterior surface of the housing. The first shaft may engage the fluid fill-hole and may have a head on one end. The second shaft may extend outward from the head and may engage an aperture of the mounting bracket. The second shaft may bear a mounting load of the housing and may transmit at least a portion of the mounting load through the first shaft.

Abstract: A method of dynamic oil filling of a transmission for a motor vehicle, in particular an automatic transmission, which comprises an oil overflow bore and oil cooler connections. The method comprises the following process steps: a) an initial oil filling of the transmission with a basic quantity of oil, b) drawing off excess oil and at the same time topping up, c) final oil adjustment by a single after-dose, d) closing off the oil overflow bore, e) calculation and topping up with a compensation quantity, in particular for vehicle-specific components. When the result of the calculation is a negative value for the compensation quantity, the calculated compensation quantity is extracted from the oil already filled with the transmission running.

Abstract: An exemplary vehicle service pit includes a first section and a second section abutting each other. A support structure supports the service pit and a joint plate helps hold the first section and the second section in the abutting relationship. Substantially parallel runners are located in the service pit and are secured to the support structure. A glider moveably mounts on the runners. Lights may be included as part of the service pit. An exemplary method for assembling a service pit includes abutting a head section and a foot section and securing a gasket in place over the joint between the head section and the foot section using a joint plate. Optionally, lights are added to the head section, the foot section, or both. Runners of elongate metal with support feet integrally formed are attached to the service pit by bolts, or other suitable fastener.

Abstract: A power system includes a gas turbine engine, which may include a gear box. The gear box may include a pipe connection configured to receive a removable pipe. The power system may also include a moveable support configured to fasten to the pipe connection to at least partially support the gear box.