Abstract: A supply system for light sources connected in series is powered by one power line (SE), and a plurality of adjustment units (UR1, UR2, . . . , URJ, . . . URN) are interposed between the power line (SE) and an electric circuit (E) for in-series connection of light sources (SI1, SI2, . . . , SIJ, . . . SIN). Each of the adjustment units (URJ) has a (DC/ACJ) generator device for the generation of an alternating voltage. An electric transformer (TJ) is connected in cascade and functionally with the electric circuit (E). An electric central unit (C), connected to the generator devices, controls modulation of the alternating voltage supplied by the generator device, so as to obtain a current (z) circulating in the electric circuit (E), having pre-defined electric characteristics.

Abstract: This invention discloses a device in a vehicle electrical system which determines the vehicle's operating conditions and facilitates the transfer of electrical energy between systems of electrical energy sources and their associated electrical loads based on the vehicle operating conditions. The device further determines the operating conditions of the systems of electrical energy sources and their associated electrical loads and facilitates the transfer of electrical energy between them in accordance with said operating conditions.

Abstract: A control device measures a voltage drop across a conductor in a generator to determine and control the total generator output current. A temperature of the conductor is also measured to improve the accuracy. The control device may further improve on the accuracy by compensating for the electrical current through a field coil that may power the generator. The control device may be used in combination with a generator in a vehicle electrical system. Other system parameters may be monitored to improve on the system monitoring, diagnostics, and control. The generator may include a conductor comprising a process-controlled geometric shape.

Abstract: A control device measures a voltage drop across a conductor in a generator to determine and control the total generator output current. A temperature of the conductor is also measured to improve the accuracy. The control device may further improve on the accuracy by compensating for the electrical current through a field coil that may power the generator. The control device may be used in combination with a generator in a vehicle electrical system. Other system parameters may be monitored to improve on the system monitoring, diagnostics, and control. The generator may include a conductor comprising a process-controlled geometric shape.

Abstract: According to a method for supplying a plurality of cascade connected light sources including, a control signal (k) is sent to a supply apparatus (AA). The control signal corresponds to a desired value of light radiation intensity to be emitted by at least a part of said the light sources, An electric current (z) with variable frequency is supplied to the plurality of light sources (SL1, SL2 , . . . , SLn) so that the lamps (L) of each light source are crossed by the values of current (h) depending on the frequency values of the current (z) supplied to the plurality of light sources. A connection exists between the values assumed by the control signal (k) and the values of the current (h) circulating in the lamps (L) of the light sources (SL1, SL2, . . . , SLn).

Abstract: A device for supplying and controlling a light source in a half-dipped signaling lamp includes at least one light source (3), housed in a base support, and a cap (4), removably fastened to the support base. At least one window seat (5a, 5b) is made in the cap and an optical prism (6a, 6b) is associated to the window seat. Reflecting means (7) direct a light beam emitted by the light source (3) toward the optical prism (6a, 6b) while sensor means (21) detect the intensity of the light radiation emitted by the light source (3) or of a representative quantity of the light radiation. A supply and control central unit (CC) receives the signals (S1, S2), coming from the sensor means (21) and supplies the light source (3).

Abstract: The invention relates to a mounting device for mounting or demounting a tyre of a vehicle onto or from a rim, with at least a rotating body which rotates about an axis.

Abstract: A drilling machine comprises a stand on which a carriage is guided and can be moved by a drive supported on the stand and engagable with the carriage for generating feed motion of the carriage along the guide. A drilling unit on the carriage includes a motor-driven spindle. An axially-fixed intermediate shaft on the stand engages the carriage and translates rotary motion of the intermediate shaft into linear motion of the carriage along the guide. The drive is engagable with the intermediate shaft for moving the carriage along the guide with a stepper motor. A lever is engagable with an axially-displaceable plunger for shifting the plunger between first and second positions corresponding to an engaged position and a disengaged position, in which the plunger allows for manual rotation of the intermediate shaft when rotating the lever.

Abstract: A power tool is disclosed which comprises a hosing within which a motor is received for driving a tool. At least one switch is received on said housing and can be operated via an elastic touch surface from outside the housing. The switch is part of a signaling circuit which is coupled to a power circuit for activating the motor when said signaling circuit is activated.

Abstract: A portable box is disclosed which is particularly suited for storing and carrying power tools. The box comprises a main handle and preferably two side handles arranged at side surfaces of the box. The main handle is arranged pivotably between a first erected position for carrying the box and a second position tilted against the side handle.

Abstract: Frame for carrying a cover for a boat. The frame consists of a number of longitudinal beams which are hingeably coupled to one another to follow the shape of the boat. Transverse beam structures extend between opposing longitudinal beams and each transverse beam structure consists of a number of transverse beams which are hingeably connected to one another. At a hinge location not adjoining the longitudinal beams, ridge beams extend for carrying the cover. Preferably, at least some of the hinges are configured in such a way that, in the desired hinge position, this hinge position can be fixed or prestress can be applied thereto. A carrier structure is present to support the transverse beam structure and more particularly an upright thereof. A cover structure according to the invention comprises the frame and an associated cover and also a tarpaulin cover.

Abstract: A string dampener for a musical instrument is disclosed for dampening extraneous string noise caused by sympathetic vibrations. The dampener includes an attachment apparatus that releaseably attaches the dampener to a portion of a stringed instrument. The dampener also includes dampening material to dampen string vibrations. An arm section is included that is rotatably coupled to the attachment apparatus and has the dampening material disposed on at least a portion of the arm section. The arm section is used to selectively engage and disengage contact of the dampening material with one or more strings of the stringed instrument by rotation with respect to the attachment apparatus. The string dampener affords quick attachment and detachment from a stringed instrument as well as easy engagement and disengagement of the dampener with the strings of an instrument with a requisite amount of pressure on the strings to effect proper dampening of sympathetic vibrations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved device for tire disassembling machines in general, designed to simplify tire assembling on rim without excessive stretching.

Abstract: The invention discloses a power tool comprising a clutch having a first clutch element and a second clutch element which are seated for rotation one relative to the other and between which a torque can be transmitted. The clutch comprises an actuating element engaging at least one of the first and second clutch elements for moving the clutch between an engaged position for effecting power transmission from a drive shaft to an output shaft, and between a released position wherein there is no power transmission to said output shaft. The actuating element comprises a nanotube actuator.

Abstract: A control device measures a voltage drop across a conductor in a generator to determine and control the total generator output current. A temperature of the conductor is also measured to improve the accuracy. The control device may further improve on the accuracy by compensating for the electrical current through a field coil that may power the generator. The control device may be used in combination with a generator in a vehicle electrical system. Other system parameters may be monitored to improve on the system monitoring, diagnostics, and control. The generator may include a conductor comprising a process-controlled geometric shape.

Abstract: A cable management system for use with a rack having at least a first and a second side configured to be coupled to at least one piece of electronic equipment comprises a first and a second support configured to be disposed along at least a portion of a first and a second side of the rack. The first and second supports each include a strut configured to be secured to a respective side of the rack and an arm support including at least one mounting area. The cable management system also comprises a plurality of arms configured to be removably coupled to the mounting areas of the first and second arm supports. At least one of arms comprises a first and a second row of notches arranged in a first and a second direction, respectively. The first and second rows of notches are configured to engage with at least one cable associated with said at least one piece of electronic equipment.

Abstract: A high current, light weight, thermally stable, bidirectional semiconductor switch module in an electrical system uses MOSFET technology in a back-to-back parallel architecture. The device comprises a controller which permits it to operate in high electrical noise environments. The device is further controlled to operate in either or both directions based on external events such as voltage changes associated with the electrical system and with vehicle operating conditions. The device operates at currents typically from a few amperes to 1000 amperes and may be used as a circuit breaker, over voltage switch, isolation switch, transient protection switch, and voltage converter. The device functions to replace the solenoids and relays associated with starter motors in a vehicle electrical system.

Abstract: A circuit for a series motor for a power tool is disclosed, wherein reliable switching is achieved by means of two electronic switches, without the use of a mechanically disconnecting switch. To this end, two electronic switches, preferably triacs, are preferably connected in series to each other, the voltage drop across the triacs being continuously monitored by a monitoring circuit. A check for faults can be carried out before switching on the power tool. Alternatively, a fusible cutout can be tripped by means of a protective switch connected in parallel thereto.