Abstract: The first object of the present invention is to provide a diffuser for volatile material such as a volatile aromatic or chemical agent, capable of promptly diffusing the volatile constituent of the liquid into a surrounding air in a simple operation. The second object of the present invention is to enable a long-term storage. The third object is to provide a compact diffuser enabling a user to enjoy different aroma according to a time and a place. The diffuser has a flexible casing having an inner space and a vent hole formed therein and a breakable glass capsule enclosing a volatile material, and a liquid-absorbent member.

Abstract: A multi-component fluid mix ratio check nozzle includes a base engageable with a multi-component fluid dispensing gun for receiving fluid components dispensed from the gun. At least two hollow extensions extend from the base, wherein each of the extensions provides a passageway for at least one of the components of the multi-component fluid without mixing with the other fluid components of the multi-component fluid. In one embodiment, the mix ratio check nozzle forms part of a kit including a fluid flow adjusting means for adjusting the mix ratio of the fluid components.

Abstract: A fluid delivery device for supplying fluids, particularly automotive fluids supplied to fluid reservoirs. To attain this, a vessel configured to hold a liquid includes a pressurized gas inlet configured to receive gas into the vessel through a passageway in an integral handle upon actuation of a handle-mounted trigger. Liquid is displaced from the vessel by the gas. In an embodiment, the trigger includes a stem having a solid portion and a hollow portion, and actuation of the trigger aligns the hollow portion with the passageway such that gas may flow. Liquid flows through a hose extending from the vessel.

Abstract: A rotary drive sprinkler having a multiplicity of nozzles which can be changed at any time. The nozzle assembly can have a cylindrical housing having a plurality of nozzles to rotate against a cylindrical housing assembly can have a cylindrical cavity at its outer portion receiving a flexible nozzle strip for directing flow from a nozzle housing. A nozzle sleeve, or ring, having a plurality of exit nozzles around the outside of the nozzle assembly can be rotated about an inner housing.

Abstract: A system for positioning a spray apparatus relative to a surface, in which the spray apparatus directs a liquid coating such as paint toward the surface for applying the liquid to the surface in a spray pattern. A light beam emitter is interconnected with the spray apparatus, and emits a light beam in a predetermined orientation relative to the spray pattern such that the light beam strikes the surface in a center defined by the spray pattern when the spray apparatus is positioned a predetermined distance from the surface. The light beam is oriented such that the distance of the spray apparatus corresponds to a distance providing optimal application of the coating to the surface, to minimize waste and overspray. The light beam emitter may be engaged with the spray apparatus by a releasable mounting arrangement, such that the light beam emitter can be selectively mounted to the spray apparatus. The light beam is emitted from a light beam emitter housing, such as a laser generator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a drinking straw that diverts the flow of liquid away from the upper palate, thereby avoiding discomfort or pain in the upper palate and posterior pharyngeal wall of the mouth. The drinking straw includes an elongate tubular body having a first side surface and a second side surface. At one end of elongate body is an opening defining an intake or suction spout that is to be placed within a beverage container. At the opposite end, an output spout is designed to allow for redirection of a fluid downward and away from the upper palate.

Abstract: A residual free scent dispenser for dispersion of scent having a housing and a scent container having a scent permeating material disposed therein. The housing has an air intake port and an air exhaust port. The scent container has at least one perforation and is disposed in the air exhaust port. Air is drawn into the housing through the air intake port and exhausted through at least one perforation of the scent container passing air over the scent permeating material. The principle use is for hunting, however other scent dispersing uses will benefit from this invention. For example, home or car applications will benefit from this invention.

Abstract: A paint sprayer includes a threaded hole defined in a barrel thereof and a connection member is threadedly engaged with the threaded hole. A passage defined through the connection member and shares a common axis with the threaded hole in the sprayer. An eccentric hole is defined in a top of the connection member and an annular groove is defined in an inner periphery of the eccentric hole. An inner diameter of the annular groove is larger than an inner diameter of the eccentric hole. An insertion piece has a first end fixed to a cup and a flange eccentrically extends outward from an outer periphery of the insertion piece. A second end of the insertion piece is rotatably inserted in the connection member via the eccentric hole and the flange is rotatably engaged with the annular groove. The cup can be quickly disengaged from or connected to the sprayer by rotating the cup less than one revolution.

Abstract: A fluid spray apparatus with a controlled supply of pressurized fluid delivered through a network of tubes to a spray head having a plurality of stop flow valves and nozzles that will automatically shut off the flow of fluid out of the nozzles when the pressure of the fluid drops below a threshold level. The spray head preferably has a central chamber that is open to the stop flow valves and dampens any fluctuations in pressure and volume of fluid from the source of pressurized fluid. The nozzle is preferably mounted to the stop flow valve. The stop flow valve has a biased valve head that engages a seat until the pressure exerted on the valve head by the fluid exceeds a threshold level and the valve opens. One embodiment has a quick connect coupling with a base, seal and collar that will allow spray heads of various numbers of nozzles to be quickly exchanged. Another embodiment is adapted to couple with a conventional paint spray compressor and gun.

Abstract: A nozzle for atomizing and spraying liquid is provided. The nozzle includes a longitudinal liquid flow passageway that terminates in a liquid orifice for directing a stream of liquid along a predetermined axis. A plurality of intersecting, transverse passageways extend perpendicular to and intersect the predetermined axis. Each of the transverse passageways terminates at either end in an outlet. The transverse passageways define a first impingement surface downstream of the liquid orifice for breaking up a stream of liquid impinging thereon into a laterally spreading dispersion which disperses through the transverse passageways. An air annulus is arranged in surrounding relation to the outlets of the transverse passageways and oriented to discharge air in a downstream direction so as to strike the fluid dispersed through the outlets of the transverse passageways. An expansion chamber is arranged downstream of the transverse passageways and air annulus.

Abstract: A showerhead assembly includes a cup and a showerhead. The cup is attached to the showerhead to concentrate a stream of water so that a user is able to enjoy a massaging effect when the stream of water impacts the user's body.

Abstract: A hand-held battery power sprayer is formed of a body having a spray nozzle, a trigger, and an internally threaded attachment collar having a passageway therethrough. The attachment collar removably receives a container. As battery powered pump is positioned within the body, the pump having an inlet and an outlet, the outlet being connected by a discharge tube to the spray nozzle and the inlet connected by a suction tube extending through the inlet collar passageway into the interior of a liquid-holding container when the container affixed to the attachment collar. A battery is contained within the body. A switch within the body is actuated by this trigger. Circuitry connects the battery, switch, and pump in series. A passive check valve member normally closes the passageway preventing fluid flow from the container into the body and is displaceable to permit air flow into the container.

Abstract: A toy water gun of the type for ejecting fluid therefrom. The toy water gun may include a housing having a longitudinal axis and a reservoir attached to the housing for holding fluid. A holding area may be included which is selectively in fluid communication with the reservoir. A pump may be provided for generating pressure differential across a pair of one-way valves to move fluid from the reservoir to the holding area and from the holding area to at least one nozzle. The at least one nozzle may rotate as the pump is being actuated by a user. A rotating bezel may be provided to vary the angle of the nozzle relative to the longitudinal axis of the toy water gun.

Abstract: A dual closure nozzle for use with a hose carrying a liquid under pressure. The dual closure nozzle is made up of an inner delivery conduit attached to an end cap and threaded within an outer sleeve having a nozzle head. The dual closure nozzle is configured to have two different stop positions and to be adjustable between these two stop positions and a variety of open positions. When a liquid is forced through the nozzle, the flow of the liquid can then be adjusted from a first stop position, where no liquid passes out of the nozzle, through a variety of open position spray patterns to a second stop position. This configuration thus provides a nozzle that can be closed by turning the outer sleeve portion of the nozzle in either of two directions, and prevents spray from wetting the person utilizing the device.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device comprising two components connected to each other with possible displacement of one component relative to the other, sealing means arranged between said two components, and flow rate adjusting means actuated by displacement of one component relative to the other. The invention is characterized in that the device comprises positioning means for placing the two components in two different positions, namely a first so-called sterilizing position, wherein said two components do not, or hardly exert, any stresses on the sealing means, and second so-called operating position, wherein said two components stress the sealing means to provide the required sealing conditions.

Abstract: A dispenser for dispensing a polymerization catalyst solution into a liquid coating formulation has a cross sectional area “a” given by the relationship: a?P·A·[W/w]·10?6, where “A” is the cross sectional area of the reservoir holding a liquid coating formulation having “W” weight percent of solids; “w” is the weight percent of catalyst in the dispenser; and P is the ratio by weight of the catalyst to the solids desired in the finished coating, in parts per million.

Abstract: The invention relates to improvements in or relating to containers and in particular to an air freshening or purifying device utilizing a gel fragrance or other composition suitable for use in a vehicle. The air freshening or purifying device comprises a gel holder having at least one recess for receiving a gel, wherein a plurality of prongs project from a base of the recess, the prongs being inclined in at least two different directions to an axis perpendicular to the recess base.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sprinkler with both a reversing part-circle mode and a non-reversing full-circle mode. More specifically, the present invention provides a mechanism for disengaging sprinkler arc stops, allowing for a full circle, non-reversing watering pattern.

Abstract: A fire sprinkler discharge control device for preventing fluids from being emitted from a fire sprinkler without having to turn off a fluid supply to the fire sprinkler. The control device may be formed from one or more bladders adapted to contain a fluid and one or more valves for passing fluids into and out of the bladder. The bladder may be adapted to fit between a support structure of a fire sprinkler and an exhaust port. Once in position, the bladder may be inflated to cut off fluid flow from an exhaust port of the fire sprinkler.

Abstract: A fuel injection system having a high-pressure fuel pump and a fuel injection valve connected to it for each cylinder of the internal combustion engine. A pump piston of the high-pressure fuel pump delimits a pump working chamber that is connected to a pressure chamber of the fuel injection valve, which has an injection valve element that controls injection openings and can be moved in an opening direction counter to a closing force by the pressure prevailing in the pressure chamber. A first control valve controls a connection of the pump working chamber to a relief chamber and a second control valve controls a connection of a control pressure chamber which communicates with the pump working chamber, to a relief chamber. A throttle restriction is respectively provided in connections of the control pressure chamber to the pump working chamber and the relief chamber.