Abstract: A device for assembling and disassembling a component of a gas turbine, having a rail system with at least two running rails. A carriage which can be pushed on the running rails along a specified movement axis is provided on the running rails, and the carriage has a securing device which is designed to secure a fitting section of a first carriage insert in a force-fitting manner such that the first carriage insert is moved together with the carriage when the carriage is moved on the running rails.

Abstract: A tool-free hard disk bracket includes a base having abase body with a guide groove, and an engaging member connected to the base body. A frame includes a first side arm movably engaging with the engaging member. A handgrip is rotatably connected to one end of the base body. An operating unit includes an operating member releasably engaging with the handgrip and having a rotating shaft portion inserted rotatably and movably into the guide groove. The operating member is operated to rotate and release engagement with the handgrip, and is further operated to move along the guide groove toward the engaging member to push the engaging member to pivot and release engagement with the first side arm.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an electronic device holder comprising a body having a back portion, a first body end, a second body end, and a first and second side portion. The device holder further comprises a clamp on the back portion of the body that is configured to removably attach and secure the body of the electronic device holder to a golf club shaft. The clamp comprises a first and second arm portion each comprising a support portion, an arcuate portion, and a guide portion. The guide portions assist in aligning and inserting the electronic device holder onto the golf club shaft. Furthermore the first body end, the first side portion, and the second side portions of the holder body comprise curved portions that assist in securing the electronic device into the holder. Other embodiments and systems are described herein.

Abstract: A sub-assembly (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) for a drive unit (1). The sub-assembly (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7), according to the invention, is characterized in that the sub-assembly (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) comprises a standardized interface for connection to a further sub-assembly (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) for the same drive unit (1). The invention also relates to a corresponding drive unit (1), a corresponding drive-train test stand (20) and a corresponding modular system.

Abstract: An optical module is disclosed. The disclosed optical module may include a retractable structure having a housing and an upper cover. A clip component for connecting to a chassis is arranged within the housing. A release component for controlling the clip component is arranged on the upper cover. More space within the housing can be available for internal components of the optical module.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of support interfaces, and in particular to such a support interface (30a, 30b) for an engine casing (90) and comprising a coupling part (50), a first plurality of bolts (80), and a plurality of pegs (70). The coupling part (50) has an outer face (52) presenting a cavity (42) suitable for receiving a support arm (20a, 20b), and an inner face (51) suitable for being mounted on an outer face (93) of the engine casing (90), together with a first plurality of orifices (53) between the outer face (52) and the inner face (51) of the coupling part (50). Each bolt (80) has a threaded shank (82) received in an orifice (53) of the first plurality of orifices (53), and a head (81) suitable for bearing against the outer face (52) of the coupling part (50).

Abstract: A spring clip includes a base, a post carried on the base and a single resilient cantilevered leg depending from the post. That resilient cantilevered leg includes an S-curve segment and a distal end having a double blocked notch.

Abstract: The present invention, high efficiency flipping window-bridge air conditioners and heat pumps, generally relates to air conditioners and beat pumps. It follows the same operating theory as that of ductless mini-split air conditioners and heat pumps currently on the market. The main advantages of the current invention are high efficiency and easy installation. What is invented is that an indoor unit and an outdoor unit are linked via a frame as one package before the package is mounted and installed in a window opening. The outdoor unit is flexibly connected to the frame by joints and bars; thereby, the outdoor unit is flipped from a horizontal position to a downward vertical position and vice versa, and remain secured in the downward vertical position. The indoor unit is slidably connected to the frame by sliding chutes.

Abstract: Disclosed is a supporting system for tiles to obtain floorings raised with respect to a reference ground. The supporting system includes a grid having at least three sides defining the perimeter of the grid and a supporting surface on which the tile can rest. At least one first seat is formed within the perimeter of the grid and at least one second seat is formed along the perimeter of the grid in correspondence of an arched recess. The supporting system includes at least one sustaining element resting on the ground and including at least one protruding body inserted in the first or second seat.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods, devices, kits, and components of an apparatus that can assist a user to identify locations of attachment points or openings on a frame and transferring those measurements to a wall for purposes of supporting a picture that is level.

Abstract: A vibration damper system used in a food processor to reduce the vibration of a high power motor that has varying speed cycles is disclosed. The motor is suspended from a ceiling that is mounted to the motor base through a plurality of bolted joints. The bolted joints are surrounded by a grommet that has a unique shape. The grommet comprises generally three parts, which are an upper portion, a middle portion, and a lower portion. The middle portion is smaller than other portion so that it creates a recess for the ceiling to be sandwiched between the grommet. In a preferred embodiment, the lower portion of the grommet further comprises a plurality of petal members that provide a non-uniform spring rate to the grommet so that the grommet is adapted best to reduce the upward impulse of the motor. The food processor also contains a novel air ventilation system.

Abstract: A method and a device for processing blade tips of a mounted compressor rotor of a gas turbine. The compressor rotor includes a blade row with blades to be processed, and a blade row with blades that are not to be processed. The blade row not to be processed is accommodated in a stationary protective housing, which encloses the blade row. The blade row to be processed is processed by a processing machine during a rotation of the compressor rotor.

Abstract: An aircraft nacelle comprising a first duct secured to an air intake and a second duct secured to a power plant. The two ducts are arranged end-to-end and connected by a connection. The connection comprises a bracket which extends between a first region for connecting to the power plant and a second region for connecting to the air intake, and which comprises a J-shaped profile in longitudinal planes, having at least one curved portion offset towards the outside of the nacelle with respect to the connecting regions.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for supporting a fuel supply on a vehicle, which is specifically adapted for the operable support and positioning of an auxiliary fuel supply. The vehicle with which the mounting assembly is utilized may vary significantly, but is primarily structured for use on mine haul vehicles, bulldozers, and other heavy duty commercial vehicles, wherein the operation thereof is significantly benefited or enhanced through the provision of an auxiliary, or alternate fuel supply such as, but not limited to, liquid natural gas (LNG), selectively powering the engine of the vehicle as determined by an improved electronic control system. The mounting assembly comprises a containment structure in the form of at least one fuel tank and a housing is structured to enclose the fuel tank. A base supports the housing and provides a pivot point about which the housing may be disposed between a first and second orientation.

Abstract: The invention concerns a suspension element for self-propelled machine comprising: a suspension fork (100) secured to the chassis of the machine and comprising two parallel arms (120, 130), a motor (400), secured to two sleeves (200, 300) each comprising at least one bearing (210A, 210B, 310A, 310B) adapted to slide in translation on the arms (120, 130), the suspension element being characterized in that the two sleeves (10) (200, 300) are separate parts, the motor (400) comprising a casing (410) adapted to form a supporting frame allowing the ensured rigid connection between the two sleeves (200, 300) and for this purpose comprising connecting means designed to ensure the connection between the supporting frame of the motor and each of the two sleeves over a center distance range of the sleeves while withstanding the forces applied by the chassis on the casing.

Abstract: A photosensitive drum for use with an image forming apparatus includes a cylinder, having a photosensitive layer at its surface, to which process units are contacted, a supporting shaft extending through the cylinder, and a flange provided at a longitudinal end portion of the cylinder. The flange includes a supporting portion supporting an inner peripheral portion of the cylinder within a contact area at which the process units contact the cylinder, and a first supported portion supported by the supporting shaft, with the first supported portion disposed further from the longitudinal end portion of the cylinder than the supporting portion. In addition, a second supported portion is supported by the supporting shaft and is disposed closer to the longitudinal end portion of the cylinder than the supporting portion. A clearance portion is provided between the first supported portion and the second supported portion with respect to a longitudinal direction of the cylinder.

Abstract: An electrical box layout tool includes a first pointed end, a first cylindrical section, a stopper, a second cylindrical section, and a second pointed end. The first cylindrical section and the second cylindrical section are concentrically connected with the stopper in such a way that the first cylindrical section and the second cylindrical section are oppositely positioned from each other. The first pointed end is concentrically connected with the first cylindrical section while the second pointed end is concentrically connected with the second cylindrical section. The electrical box layout tool is used to create an opening within a drywall or paneling so that the drywall or paneling is able to accommodate an electrical box that is mounted on a framing stud.

Abstract: Fixing means is disclosed for securing an equipment element to a substrate.

Abstract: An adjustable equipment curb has a lower frame having opposed first and second length-adjustable sides and opposed length-adjustable first and second ends interconnectable to form a rigid frame and height-adjustable mounting legs. The lower frame may be used alone, or may support an upper frame through a shock mount system having mounts affixed to both the upper and lower frames and shock absorbing springs between the mounts. The frames may be formed of interconnecting channel members, and the lower frame channel members may be of a perforated construction that, in conjunction with applied sheathing, provides acoustic damping. Seismic brackets may be affixed to the frame to provide increased resistance to seismic shock.

Abstract: Vessel of the type comprising at least one shaft for receiving at least one missile-launching container (1), characterized in that the launching container (1) is received in the shaft with controlled lateral and axial clearance; the upper portion of the side wall of the container is provided with means for centring/guiding same in the shaft; and the lower end includes a container-bearing base (8) associated with a supporting base (9) of the vessel by means of shock-filtering set-point damping means (10).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a pivot joint about which a track frame pivots relative to a main frame of a work machine. The pivot joint includes a housing having a first cover portion, a second cover portion, and at least one load-bearing rib. The pivot joint also includes a holder configured to be coupled to the main frame and includes a first leg and a second leg. An upper body and a lower body are coupled to one another and are adapted to be coupled to the track frame. The pivot joint further includes a plurality of plates stacked on top of one another. The plurality of plates is positioned between the first leg and second leg of the holder and between the upper body and lower body. The plurality of plates defines a pivot axis of the pivot joint.

Abstract: A support for pipes uses a telescoping strut slidably holding an elongated insert with a threaded post extending outward from the insert, through a slot in the C-shaped cross-section of the struts. A bracket fits over the post and abuts supports opposing edges of the strut. A nut on the post clamps the parts immovably together. The bracket has a depending portion extending below the strut with an opening through which a pipe passes. Two threaded couplers with opposing ramped surfaces encircle the pipe and deform when tightened to clamp the pipe while also clamping opposing sides of the depending portion.

Abstract: An improvement in an item having a rear surface to be mounted facing a wall, the rear surface having a mounting structure including: (a) a rest surface that, in use, rests on a support structure affixed to the wall, and (b) a feed opening that serves as a guide for the placing of the rest surface on the support structure includes: a mounting dowel having a body extending from a mounting end to a marking end, the body being formed of a conformable material proximate the mounting end, wherein the mounting dowel is secured at the mounting structure by means of the conformable material being compromised by the contours of the mounting structure proximate the rest surface such that the conformable material is conformed to the contours proximate the rest surface and held thereby; and a marking substance at the marking end of the body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device (20) for installing and/or removing a pre-cooler (16) of an aircraft engine (10). Said device comprises, in a position of use, a mounting flange (22) supported in use by a pylon of an aircraft, at least a floor (68) supporting a pair of guiding arms (24), a ramp (26), a basket (32) for receiving said cooler (16) and adjustable support means (30) of said cooler for removing or mounting said cooler on pylon (16).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system for adjusting a pallet to an inverted V-shaped rooftop. The system comprises two adjustment assemblies for resting the pallet on the inverted V-shaped rooftop. Each adjustment assembly is adapted to rest on one of two sides of the inverted V-shaped rooftop. The system also comprises means for securing the two adjustment assemblies to the pallet. The present disclosure also relates to an improved pallet for adjustment to an inverted V-shaped rooftop. The improved pallet comprises a regular pallet for supporting a load, and at least two of the aforementioned adjustment assemblies for resting the regular pallet on the inverted V-shaped rooftop. The improved pallet also comprises means for securing the at least two adjustment assemblies to the regular pallet.

Abstract: A collapsible support structure that can transition from a folded position to an unfolded position can include a plurality of poles, a plurality of support members connected to a plurality of sliders, and a bottom supporting portion. The collapsible support structure can be configured for a variety of purposes, including an enclosure for a pet, such as a kennel; a playpen, such as a children's castle; a storage container; or a cot.

Abstract: A light fixture pendant hanger safely hangs pendant mount light fixtures from conduit or other overhead tubing. The light fixture hanger includes two opposing J-hooks that can be turned 90 degrees to allow the conduit to be disposed between and under the J-hooks. The J-hooks can then be turned back 90 degrees, in opposing directions, and the fixture hanger lowered onto the conduit. With the J-hooks in opposing directions, the light fixture cannot be accidently bumped or jarred loose and fall.

Abstract: Described is a hoisting apparatus comprising a temporary support that is adapted to be secured to a pair of vertically disposed, permanent threaded rods suspended from a ceiling. A pair of temporary threaded rods extends vertically downward from the temporary support. A permanent support that is desired to be lifted and secured in an elevated position is engaged with the pair of temporary rods, and a pair of lifting mechanisms is connected to the permanent support and engages with the temporary rods. The lifting mechanism is adapted to raise the permanent support along the length of the temporary rods, and as the permanent support is lifted, it comes into contact with the permanent rods. Once the desired height is reached, the permanent support can be secured to the permanent rods. The temporary support, the pair of temporary rods, and the lifting mechanisms can then be disassembled and removed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a means for locating and accessing an object on one side of a partition from the other side of the partition, for the purpose of easy and convenient access and inspection of the object.

Abstract: A system can be used to hang an object, such as a piece of artwork or a photo, on a wall. The system is configured to easily center the object on a wall and to identify a location on the wall where a nail, hook, or other hanging device can be positioned on the wall to properly center the object.

Abstract: Gas turbine engine systems and related methods involving thermally isolated retention are provided. In this regard, a representative method for attaching a gas turbine engine component includes using a fastener, varying in diameter along a length thereof, to prevent a portion of a component from being crimped between surfaces to which the component is attached such that the component moves relative to the surfaces responsive to thermal cycling of a gas turbine engine of which the surfaces and the component are constituent parts.

Abstract: A trigger actuated clamp holds a smart phone camera on a monopod and includes a movable jaw slidable with respect to a stationary jaw, and a pair of opposing fingers oriented parallel and spaced-apart from one another and carried by the jaws. A base is attached to the stationary jaw and forms at least a portion of a vertically oriented grip. A trigger is attached to the movable jaw and extends therefrom to oppose the grip and spaced-apart from the grip. The trigger is pullable towards the grip to displace the pair of jaws, and thus the pair of opposing fingers, away from one another. The clamp also has bias means for biasing the pair of jaws, and thus the pair of fingers, towards one another, and for biasing the trigger away from the grip.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for pre-assembly of an electrically connected array of solar panels for a solar canopy including: a substantially planar base member for resting on a horizontal surface; a substantially planar support member for horizontally aligning supporting a plurality of solar panels; a track member disposed proximate a bottom portion of the support member attached to or integral with the support or base members for vertically aligning and supporting a plurality of solar panels when a side edge portion of the solar panels rests on the track member; and at least two arm members, each having a free and attached ends, the attached ends pivotally attached proximate to opposing ends of the base or support members and each arm members having a longitudinal axis oriented substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the base and support members and extending outward from the base member and support members.

Abstract: A skid for transporting, deploying and storing a portable antenna has an antenna mounting frame providing a base for the antenna. A skid frame with an enclosure contains the antenna mounting frame and houses the antenna in the stowed position The enclosure also has a top opening to allow the antenna to be deployed. A lid covers the opening when the antenna is in the stowed position, and can be removed from the opening to allow the antenna to be deployed. The skid frame supports the antenna mounting frame and antenna, and also enables the entire skid assembly to lifted and transported. Shock isolation members between the skid frame and antenna mounting frame isolate the antenna from external shocks. The skid can also be equipped with a cable reel for holding cables for external connections to the antenna that is mounted inside a hinged gate attached to the skid frame.

Abstract: A control device has a plurality of possible attachment places for receiving attachment elements at least one of the attachment places being formed as a blocking attachment place which prevents receiving of an attachment element.

Abstract: A linkage device includes a shell, an active arm, a linkage lever, a random arm and at least two fixed poles. The shell includes two side plates and an upper plate interconnecting the two side plates. The active arm and random arm are both arranged horizontally under the upper plate and between the two side plates. The active arm and random arm each comprise a slide rail inclined to a horizontal surface. The slide rail of the random arm has an inclined direction opposite to that of the slide rail of the active arm. The linkage lever is arranged outside the shell. The linkage lever comprises a central portion pivoted to one of the side plates and two ends respectively pivoted to the active arm and random arm. Two of the at least two fixed poles respectively slide into the slide rails of the active arm and random arm.

Abstract: A method and ground support equipment (GSE) for attaching an engine core to an engine fan module on an aircraft pylon. The GSE may comprise GSE supports and lifting components attached to the pylon, two suspension rails attached to the lifting components, two translating rails translatably attached to the two suspensions rails and fixedly attached to opposite sides of the engine core, and two alignment fittings fixed to the engine fan module. The method of using the GSE may comprise lifting the engine core vertically using the lifting components and anchoring the suspension rails to the alignment fittings. The translating rails and engine core may then be translated in an aft-to-forward direction such that portions of the translating rails engage portions of the alignment fittings to cooperatively guide the translating rails into a final forward position in which the engine core is aligned relative to the engine fan module.

Abstract: A bridging mechanism, for connecting a supporting tube and a holder, includes at least one positioning portion, a bridging member, a connecting member, a handle and at least one positioning structure. The at least one positioning portion is formed on the supporting tube. The bridging member is used for bridging the supporting tube. The connecting member extends from the bridging member for connecting the holder. The handle is pivoted to the bridging member for rotably pressing the supporting tube when the supporting tube is bridged to the bridging member, so as to abut the supporting tube against the bridging member. The at least one positioning structure is formed on the handle. The at least one positioning structure simultaneously rotates with the handle for wedging with the at least one positioning portion when the handle rotates to press the supporting tube to position the bridging member on the supporting tube.

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 tree mount bracket having a threaded member and a fixture support member that are joined to one another. The threaded member includes a shaft with a tip and a head and external threads. The fixture support member has a housing that includes a cylindrical wall and a base wall that defines a base wall opening. The cylindrical wall also defines a wire slot for accommodating a wire. The fixture support member can be embodied as a side mounted fixture support member; two side mounted fixture support members; a fixture support plate; a fixture support assembly; and, a ball shaft and a tightening ring.

Abstract: A fixture is provided for locating wind turbine equipment on a foundation within an inner envelope for a wind turbine tower, prior to erecting the wind turbine tower. The fixture includes a mounting section, adapted to mate with guidepoints at predesignated locations on the wind turbine foundation; and a locating section, extending inward from the mounting section, adapted to locate the position for wind turbine equipment on the foundation for the wind turbine tower and within the inner envelope of the wind turbine tower.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an apparatus for mounting a pole, the apparatus comprising a plate and one or more fins. The present disclosure also provides methods for mounting a pole using an apparatus as disclosed herein.

Abstract: A storage device having a plurality of recording devices in which a decrease in vibrations from the recording devices can be achieved with a small number of parts. A storage device having a plurality of recording devices mounted therein includes a handle for inserting and withdrawing the recording device into and out of the storage device. Two holding members each include a mounting portion where the recording device is mounted and a frame extending from the mounting portion to the handle. Two protrusions are formed to extend inwardly of a region surrounded by the recording device, the handle, and the two frames. A restriction plate is disposed so as to overlap the respective surfaces of the two protrusions; and a viscoelastic body is disposed at the overlapping portion for joining the two protrusions and the restriction plate to one another.

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.

Abstract: A manipulator for separating sub-conductors in an energized single phase bundle includes a rigid support member and first and second actuators mounted on the support member, wherein each actuator is independently actuable of the other. Insulators are mounted on each actuator. A selectively releasable coupler is mounted on each insulator for selectively releasable coupling of each insulator to a corresponding sub-conductor. The actuators extend corresponding insulators independently of one another from the support member to thereby separate from each other by an optimized separation distance the distal ends of each insulator. When the corresponding sub-conductors of the single phase bundle are releasably coupled to the corresponding distal ends of the insulators the surge impedance loading of the single phase bundle may be improved by separation of the corresponding distal ends of the insulators and the sub-conductors by the optimized separation distance.

Abstract: An attachment apparatus is disclosed suitable for use with ladders comprising a wedging section enabling it to be wedged into a central bore of a rung of a ladder for attachment thereto. The attachment apparatus may have a wedging section formed from a resilient material. It may further include elongate engaging section whose cross-sectional dimension is less than that of a largest dimension of a central bore of a rung of a ladder for attachment thereto. It allows a user of the such apparatus to safely suspend items such as paint pots or tools from a ladder for easy reach.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus includes a base member and at least one support member. The base member includes an outer side surface and at least one support-member-receiving channel formed in the outer side surface. The at least one support member is pivotably-coupled to the base member for selective arrangement relative the base member in one of a stowed orientation and a deployed orientation. The at least one support member includes a surface geometry dimension that corresponds to a spatial dimension of the at least one support-member-receiving channel such that: upon arrangement of the at least one support member in the stowed orientation, an outer surface of the at least one support member is aligned with the outer side surface of the base member, and upon arrangement of the at least one support member in the deployed orientation, the base member in combination with the at least one support member forms a pod. A method is also disclosed.

Abstract: An attaching apparatus for attaching a load port apparatus to an attaching face of a semiconductor manufacturing apparatus includes a bogie truck body to be attached to a lower end portion of the load port apparatus. A pair of downwardly projecting positioning protrusions having a circular transverse sectional shape are also attached to the lower end portion of the load port apparatus. A support plate is secured to a lower end portion of the attaching face in such a manner as to project toward the load port apparatus. A pair of positioning recesses are formed on an upper face of the support plate and each has a circular hollow shape, in a plan view, such that said plurality of positioning protrusions may be individually fitted therein.

Abstract: A rubber foot assembly and embossed mounting assembly for supporting a structure is provided that comprise: an aperture formed along a lower wall of the structure and a rubber foot engaged in the aperture, wherein the rubber foot has a flexible contoured bottom portion connected to a top portion through a neck portion. The neck region is adapted to freely slide vertically along a wall of the aperture such that a peripheral region of the flexible contoured bottom portion contacts a portion of the embossed mounting assembly, thereby supporting the structure. A plurality of the rubber foot assemblies and embossed mounting assemblies can be incorporated into the structure, which can be a set-top box, to prevent the structure from rocking on uneven surfaces.

Abstract: A linkage device includes a shell, an active arm, a linkage lever, a random arm and at least two fixed poles. The shell includes two side plates and an upper plate interconnecting the two side plates. The active arm and random arm are both arranged horizontally under the upper plate and between the two side plates. The active arm and random arm each comprise a slide rail inclined to a horizontal surface. The slide rail of the random arm has an inclined direction opposite to that of the slide rail of the active arm. The linkage lever is arranged outside the shell. The linkage lever comprises a central portion pivoted to one of the side plates and two ends respectively pivoted to the active arm and random arm. Two of the at least two fixed poles respectively slide into the slide rails of the active arm and random arm.