Abstract: A flexible tube assembly includes a metal tube having large diameter portions and small diameter portions positioned alternately along a longitudinal axis of the metal tube; a wire braiding mounted around the metal tube; a first ring fitted in one of the small diameter portions of the metal tube; a second ring positioned to secure the wire braiding around the first ring; a first annular member and a second annular member positioned on opposite sides of the first ring and the second ring, the first annular member and the second annular member being configured to be assembled by approaching toward each other along the longitudinal axis and, in an assembled condition, at least one of the first annular member and the second annular member surrounds cut wire ends of the wire braiding unexposed.

Abstract: A vacuum finger clamping device includes a slip collar assembly and a rook assembly. The rook assembly has one or more spring-loaded finger assemblies. The slip collar assembly is configured to be disposed over the rook assembly to cause the finger member to engage with a surface of a first flange member of a vacuum tube connection in an engaged state of the clamping device.

Abstract: A gripping wedge adapted to be received within a housing of a pipe joint restraint and contacted by a torque screw to set the gripping wedge against a pipe restrained by the pipe joint restraint. The gripping wedge defines first, second, and third planes, each of which is perpendicular to others, and includes a projection, a groove, and a ledge. The projection is curved in the first and third planes and is adapted to dig into and grip the pipe. The groove is curved in the first and second planes and is adapted to receive material of the pipe displaced by the projection. The groove may also be curved in the third plane. The ledge is contacted by the torque screw, which imparts a downward force on the gripping wedge. The ledge may be inclined to facilitate improved application of the downward force on the gripping wedge.

Abstract: Fasteners for fastening at least two parts, comprising one or more pins and one or more tabs on a first part, one or more holes and one or more connectors on a second part, and wherein the one or more pins of the first part are inserted into the one or more holes of the second part and the one or more tabs of the first part are snapped onto the one or more connectors of the second part to form a manifold.

Abstract: A connection device includes a base body with a hose-receiving region, wherein a seal-receiving region is formed in the hose-receiving region and wherein a collet-chuck-receiving region is formed in the hose-receiving region, a collet chuck with a connection opening for receiving a line-shaped component, the connection opening having a connection opening diameter, the collet chuck having elastically resilient clamping elements distributed over the circumference, the collet chuck being received in the collet-chuck-receiving region so as to be displaceable in the axial direction relative to the base body, the clamping elements being displaceable in the radial direction by axial displacement of the collet chuck relative to the base body, a sealing element, which is arranged in the seal-receiving region and forms a seal between the line-shaped component and the base body. The connection device is configured to receive line-shaped components with different line diameters.

Abstract: Quick-fit connection assembly not affected by accidental rotations during the installation due to the presence of an innovative connecting element (1) which has, in the threaded external region, one or more sliding tracks (3) suitable for engaging with the nosepiece (91) of a corresponding washer (9).

Abstract: A tube-attached coupling structure is provided by using a piping coupling with good compatibility, workability and processability. A manufacturing method of the tube-attached coupling structure includes a step of preparing a photocurable gel-like body in a hollow cylindrical shape, a step of fitting the photocurable gel-like body in the attaching hole, a step of inserting an end portion of a connection tube into a hollow hole of the photocurable gel-like body, and a step of curing the photocurable gel-like body by irradiating the photocurable gel-like body with light.

Abstract: A pipe of an air duct including, from the interior toward the exterior, an internal layer, at least one insulating intermediate layer, an external layer and at least at one of its ends a pipe coupling distinct from the internal layer including a first end section that cooperates with the internal layer in sealed manner and a second end section not covered by any of the layers that is configured to cooperate with a connection system.

Abstract: A flexible pipe end portion connection structure is provided. The flexible pipe end portion connection structure includes a flexible pipe body and a joint. The joint includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other and has a channel extending through the joint in a direction from the first end to the second end. An inner sidewall of the first end of the joint has a plurality of first stepped structures, and an inner diameter of a portion of the channel corresponding to the first stepped structure gradually decreases in the direction from the first end to the second end. At least a part of an end of the flexible pipe body is inserted into the first end of the joint to fit with the first stepped structure.

Abstract: A receptacle container for supplying a fluid into a body or body component having a connected monitoring unit in order to monitor a fluid reaction.

Abstract: A spigot assembly for connecting a coolant flow conduit to a rechargeable battery thermal management system includes a male spigot, a coolant spigot having a connector body defining an internal coolant flow cavity and having a conduit connection end opening and a male spigot connection end opening. The spigot assembly includes a ceramifiable silicone rubber seal. The connector body is configured to receive the male spigot within the internal coolant flow cavity at the male spigot connection end opening, with the ceramifiable silicone rubber seal disposed between and sealing against an outer side of the male spigot and an inner side of the connector body. A spigot assembly is disclosed that has a collar surrounding the connector body. The collar has an angled inner wall configured to align the male spigot with the connector body and shield the seal from heat. A vehicle having the spigot assembly is disclosed.

Abstract: A vent cover configured restrict air flow from an air vent. The vent cover comprises a multi-layer frame having at least two layers. The vent cover further comprises a plurality of magnets, wherein the plurality of magnets is integrated into the multi-layer frame through a plurality of apertures. The plurality of magnets are positioned within a plurality of apertures arranged within the multi-layer frame.

Abstract: A protective device is provided for couplers of hoses used in pumping concrete. The device includes two device halves configured to enclose the hose coupler and to secure together using a tool-free detent pin assembly having a shaft, spring-loaded ball bearings, and a manually operable extraction feature. Each device half includes a coupler channel to inhibit longitudinal movement and a sacrificial exterior layer over a wear indicator. The wear indicator may comprise a cellular or scaffold structure or a layer of contrasting color beneath the exterior surface. Visual exposure of the indicator signals the need for replacement. The protective device is configured to move with the hose during pumping operations, preventing abrasion damage to flooring surfaces caused by hardened concrete residue on couplers. The design supports low-cost fabrication, simplified replacement, and enhanced protection of finished floors in commercial and industrial environments.

Abstract: A coupling configured to connect a first pipe to a plurality of pipes comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the second end is tapered and comprises a plurality of lateral ribs and a plurality of longitudinal ribs, wherein each of the plurality of longitudinal ribs comprises a pliable and wedge-like shape, and each of the plurality of longitudinal ribs tapers toward the second end.

Abstract: A connector is used to connect a gases supply to a user. The user can be fitted with an interface, such as a cannula, while the gases supply can include a conduit. The connector interfaces between the conduit and the interface. The connector has a female assembly and a male assembly that connect together, such as by push fit. The male assembly includes an inner portion sized and configured to mate with a first female connector and an outer portion sized and configured to alternatively mate with a second female connector.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a gas pipe and a heating component of a wire bonder includes a first connection end for connecting the connector to the heating component, and a second connection end for connecting the connector to the gas pipe. A heat-insulation tube is connected between the first connection end and the second connection end. The heat-insulation tube is made of a heat-insulation material and configured to insulate or reduce heat transfer between the first connection end and the second connection end. The connector may further include a first fastening sleeve for fastening the connection between the first connection end and the heat-insulation tube, and a second fastening sleeve for fastening the connection between the second connection end and the heat-insulation tube.

Abstract: Multi-hose arrangement (1) having an outer hose (2) and at least one inner hose (3, 3a) disposed in the outer hose (2), and at least one coupling end (4) to which the outer hose (2) and the at least one inner hose (3, 3a) are attached. The at least one coupling end (4) has a flow opening (5) for the outer hose (2), in which flow opening (5) is disposed a receptacle (6) for the at least one inner hose (3, 3a), and this receptacle encompasses the at least one inner hose (3, 3a) on less than a full circumference of the at least one inner hose (3, 3a).

Abstract: An air interface of a flexible and airtight material includes a first ring and a second ring (both adjustable in size), a first ring holder to removably hold the first ring, a second ring holder to removably hold the second ring, a cord holder, and a cord with a lock-and-release mechanism to adjust its effective length. The first and second ring holder and the cord holder create a saddle between the first ring and the second ring, and an extension between the second ring and the cord. The extension can be wrapped over the saddle and back up to create a pocket. A flexible duct can be wrapped around the second ring. The end of the flexible duct can be thickened or tightened and inserted into the pocket. The flexible duct is trapped in (or released from) the pocket by adjusting the cord's effective length.

Abstract: A fitting includes a hollow main body including a flange that extends radially outward with respect to a central longitudinal axis of the hollow main body and that extends circumferentially 360 degrees around the central longitudinal axis of the hollow main body, a gasket having a cross-sectional shape comprising a pentagon, the gasket positioned on an interior surface of the hollow main body, an end ring coupled to an exterior surface of the hollow main body, the end ring including a flange that extends longitudinally with respect to the central longitudinal axis of the hollow main body, wherein the exterior surface extends at an oblique angle with respect to the interior surface, and a plurality of hooks each coupled to the gasket and to the end ring such that rotation of the end ring with respect to the hollow main body about the central longitudinal axis of the hollow main body draws the gasket axially with respect to the central longitudinal axis of the hollow main body and radially inward with respect t

Abstract: A fluid line termination fitting for a tail cone generator can include a distal body portion configured to insert into a fluid circuit opening of a tail cone generator housing and a proximal body portion configured to receive a male fluid connector. The fitting can include a radial extension disposed axially between the distal portion and the proximal portion. The radial extension can extend radially outwardly relative to the distal portion and proximal portion to limit insertion of the distal body portion into the opening of the tail cone generator housing. The fitting can include a channel structure defining a flow channel through the distal body portion and the proximal body portion. The channel structure can include a proximal channel portion in fluid communication with a proximal opening and a distal channel portion in fluid communication with a distal opening.