Abstract: A three stage hydrogen generator (10), comprises a low BTU, carbon monoxide and hydrogen containing gas generation stage, a first reactor stage (12) for exothermically reducing ferric oxide with the low BTU gas and for generating superheated steam and a second reactor stage (14) for endothermically reacting steam and iron to produce substantially pure hydrogen gas. The hydrogen gas together with unreacted steam from the third stage (16) is directed to a condenser (18), preferably an air cooled unit, wherein the steam is condensed and the hydrogen gas recovered. The condensate (20) is cycled back to the second reactor (14) as the feed water for generating superheated steam and the heated cooling air (22) is directed to the first stage (12) for use in the generation of the low BTU gas. At least one, and preferably all, of the stages utilize a rotating fluidized bed. Desirably the condenser (18) is a rotating fluidized bed heat exchanger.

Abstract: A fluid control system for selectively holding a work implement, such as a blade in a motor grader or the like, in a fixed position in a first operation mode, and for selectively providing a shock absorbing system (70,72) for the implement in a second operating mode. In the fixed position mode, lock valves (36,38,68) are operative to provide positive locking for an implement actuator (24,26), while in the shock absorbing mode, longstem lock valves (82,84) are operable to maintain one check valve (102) of a dual valve structure (96,98) unseated at all times. Each unseated check valve (102) provides a connection of one end of an implement actuator (24,26) to vent to insure that the shock absorbing system (70,72) maintains a full shock absorbing capacity.

Abstract: PCT No. PCT/US79/00664 Sec. 371 Date Aug. 30, 1979 Sec. 102(e) Date Aug. 30, 1979 PCT Filed Aug. 30, 1979 PCT Pub. No. WO81/00600 PCT Pub. Date Mar. 5, 1981A lock valve (10) for use in a hydraulic system (90) for positioning the work implement of an earth working machine which includes first and second check valves (28, 30) and a piston section (60, 70, 62, 72) for each operable by pilot fluid. In a first mode, the piston sections (60, 70, 62, 72) permit seating of both check valves, while in a second mode, the piston sections interlock so that only one check valve can seat. The lock valve (10) operates in a hydraulic system (90) to lock a work implement, such as a blade for a motor grader, in a fixed position during a first operating mode, while providing a connection from one end of an implement actuator to vent during a second operating mode to insure that a shock absorbing means for the implement hydraulic system maintains a full shock absorbing capacity.

Abstract: PCT No. PCT/US 79/00843 Sec. 371 Date Oct. 15, 1979 Sec. 102(e) Date Oct. 15, 1979 PCT Filed Oct. 15, 1979 A combination rotating fluidized bed combustor and rotating fluidized bed heat exchanger particularly adaptable as the combustor and heat exchange unit, respectively, of conventional gas turbine engines is preferably arranged with the combustor nested within the heat exchanger for maximum compactness. The heat exchanger comprises an annular fluidized bed, defined by inner and outer spaced apart coaxial cylindrical, perforated walls, which rotates about the longitudinal axis of the cylinders. The bed is comprised of pulverulent inert particulate material and includes fluid-containing heat exchange tubes passing substantially longitudinally therethrough. Hot gases, such as turbine exhaust gases, enter the bed through the outer perforated wall, heat and fluidize the bed particles, heat the gas, usually compressed air, in the tubes, and exit the bed through the inner perforated wall.

Abstract: A dual phase fuel vaporizing combustor, and method for burning, in an annular vaporizing combustor, high viscosity, high carbon/hydrogen ratio hydrocarbon fuels, including such as residual fuels, low grade synfuels and coal-oil slurries. A dual phase vaporizer tube receives alternating introductions of a fuel air mixture of high fuel content, and then a hot air or low fuel content mixture, to alternately initially discharge from the tube a vapor stream of combined air and partially vaporized fuel, the initial vapor stream impinging onto a hot surface where more volatile portions of fuel will vaporize and burn, while less volatile heavier fuel components will form a hot carbon deposit on the surface; and alternately and sequentially discharge from the tube a hot, highly oxidizing stream with little or no fuel and impinge the sequential stream onto the carbon deposit on the hot surface and thereby promote substantial burning of the carbon.

Abstract: A double, disc type brake system for wheeled vehicles, including two disc packs, operationally combined in a working set, for each vehicle wheel to be braked, the disc packs in each set being respectively placed in back to back relationship, and the disc packs having hydraulically operated multiple pistons for actuation thereof, the multiple pistons constituting two oppositely faced piston sets operatively positioned in a common actuator support centrally disposed between the two disc packs of each set, and the two piston sets being respectively operable to actuate the two disc packs of the set. The hydraulic system is operable to initially actuate one disc pack of each set upon movement of a brake pedal through a first increment of application for light braking action, and to inclusively actuate the other disc pack of each set upon movement of the pedal in an additional increment of application for increased braking action.

Abstract: In a fuel vaporizing type of combustor for gas turbines, using fuel vaporizing tubes and associated mechanism, the vaporizing tubes having a construction and configuration adapted to maintain uniform temperatures therein, the structure as well maintaining uniform temperatures in the head plate of the unit and in an associated splash plate, if used, the structure further tending to eliminate carbon build-up within the tube per se.

Abstract: A wheel final drive assembly for vehicles, wherein the assembly includes a two stage or double reduction planetary gearing mechanism positioned within wheel hubs and connected to the vehicle drive wheels, a drive axle shaft for interconnecting a vehicle power train differential and the gearing mechanism, a separable part hollow hub having positioning faces contacting and axially positioning gears of the mechanism, a hollow spacer plug insertable through the hollow hub and having a face contactable with the outer end of the axle shaft to operatively position the axle shaft, removal of the plug permitting movement of the axle shaft through the hollow hub to an inoperative position in the assembly, and partial stowing therewithin or complete removal therefrom.

Abstract: A vehicle liquid window washer bottle and enclosure therefor, the bottle being adapted for installation in an enclosure formed beneath an operator's seat in the cab of an earth working or construction vehicle and the like, the bottle having unique constructural features facilitating mounting and functional operation, the bottle having a neck extending from the enclosure into the cab, said bottle including a filler opening and a removable multiple purpose filler cap for closing the opening, the filler cap, in conjunction with the coacting structure, serving additionally as a seal between the enclosure and cab against noise and contaminant penetration thereinto.

Abstract: In a double planetary reduction final drive gearing arrangement for vehicles, a composite ring gear including two ring gear segments, and means for positioning and mounting the ring gear segments in the gearing arrangement, the composite providing a stepped reduction gear ratio and manufacturing economies and advantages.

Abstract: A hood panel support structure for a secontionalized access opening closure panel of an engine compartment in a hood assembly and the like, including a unique fabricated structure which positions the panel sections, with cross beams having means upon which the panels are secured, and side beams incorporating resilient end mounting means, the structure presenting an aesthetically clean and neat appearance.

Abstract: A lubricating and cooling system for disc type brakes operatively positioned within a vehicle drive wheel, the system including means to increase oil flow to, through, and around brake disc packs situate in a region of restricted oil flow, the means including a vaned pump ring, partially submerged in oil, mounted for rotation with the wheel, and functionally operational to assure adequate pumping in each direction of rotation of the wheel.

Abstract: A sectionalized panel closure for a top access opening into a compartment, such as for an engine compartment in a hood enclosure assembly, including a plurality of separate panel sections superimposedly mounted over the access opening in a manner to be individually selectively moved and/or removed, to provide access into portions of the engine compartment, means being provided intermediate adjacent panels whereby some panels can be rotatably folded back over adjacent panels or, similar to other panels in the assembly, can be completely vertically removed, the panel sections being of size and weight permitting easy manipulation or removal for engine compartment access, and securing means are provided on each corner of the sections.

Abstract: An access panel for enclosures, operable to selectively close or open an access opening, such as in an engine compartment of an engine enclosure assembly, the panel including a pair of separate sections hingedly adjacently interconnected to form a composite unit, the composite unit being operatively hingedly mounted proximate the access opening, and the individual sections being so pivotally angularly movable with respect to one another as to permit an optimum access opening in restricted or obstructed locations of the access opening.

Abstract: The exercise apparatus includes a platform having arm exercise members extending laterally from opposite sides thereof. These arm exercise members are mounted to pivot vertically and horizontally and spring means are provided to oppose this pivotal movement. Also a leg and abdominal exercise member is mounted on the platform for universal pivotal movement relative to the platform. This leg and abdominal exercise member provides exercises against spring tension along the longitudinal axis of the member and also outwardly in a lateral direction from the member.

Abstract: The electronic measuring system includes a novel power supply which may receive power from a D.C. or A.C. source but which is particularly adapted to convert D.C. battery power to higher voltage pulses to drive a transducer. During intervals between transducer power pulses, an automatic drift compensation system stores an indication of system drift for use during a subsequent power pulse period. The system includes stability sensing means which render the system inoperative for measurement purposes when the signal from the measuring transducer is unstable. To compensate for a loss of time, the system automatically operates for a short period at a rapid rate subsequent to a period of input signal unstability.A novel indicator system and indicator control unit is employed wherein up-down counters are controlled in the indicator for rounding purposes.

Abstract: The power saw cutting guide consists of a guide plate and preferably means to secure the guide plate against a workpiece to be cut. This securing means may include a press plate which may be bolted together with the guide against a workpiece. The guide plate is adapted to be cut to size by the first cut of a power saw guided thereby and will thus be peculiarly adapted to that particlar power saw. To facilitate this function, at least the outer extremities of the guide plate spaced from a saw guiding shoulder are formed of a material which may be easily cut by a power saw guided thereby.

Abstract: A container particularly suitable for use in the scientific market for storage and shipment of chemical standards, radioactive isotopes, and the like. The overall container includes an inner glass vial having a bottom end of inner pointed configuration to permit a researcher or the like to retrieve all of the sample, or material, contained therein via a syringe needle. The inner glass vial is inserted into an outer holder fabricated from a material which serves to protect the inner vial and means are provided in the outer holder or cover for viewing the contents in the inner vial.The function of the holder is to reduce weight, provide means of standing the vial upright, allow visibility to contents and provide a safety shield to guard against accidental breakage. Means are also included for closing and sealing the interior vial.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for sensing, recognizing, displaying, processing and storing motion generated symbolic information including a hand held, mark-forming writing instrument having motion sensing means and a wrist mounted display communicating with the writing instrument through character recognition circuitry to simultaneously display information formed by the writing instrument. An information control and storage circuit is included capable of operating in any one of several possible modes to receive, store and cause the display of information thereby permitting a multiplicity of functions heretofor requiring a vastly greater number of physical components. In particular, this highly portable apparatus readily and broadly compliments the kinesiology of writing instruments and composures that accompany human thinking and problem solving. The operational modes include horological display, data calculation, reminder message storage and display, and financial account storage.

Abstract: Pull starters for cranking an internal combustion engine in a cranking direction include clutch driven means mounted upon a rotatable part of the engine which is rotated during starting by driving clutch means mounted for rotation by a starting pulley. The starting pulley is a spring retrieved pulley which causes rotation of the driving clutch means. The pulley carries projecting clutch disengagement means to forceably disengage the driving clutch means from the clutch driven means if normal disengagement does not occur.The starting pulley is provided with a spring retaining collar extending from one surface of the pulley, and this collar is provided with an outer spring engaging surface. An open ended spring retaining channel is formed beneath the collar outer surface, and a cam step surface extends inwardly from the outer surface to guide a spring into the open end of the channel. Also, the collar is formed to lock a spring end within the spring retaining channel.