Abstract: A washing machine including a detergent supply device to supply a detergent together with water to a tub. The detergent supply device includes a detergent housing installed within the main body and a detergent accommodation box movably installed within the detergent housing, and the detergent accommodation box is divided into automatic detergent accommodation parts to accommodate a detergent to be supplied automatically and manual detergent accommodation parts to accommodate a detergent to be supplied manually, and the detergent supply device supplies the detergents through an automatic detergent supply method and a manual detergent supply method.

Abstract: A substrate processing apparatus includes a holder configured to hold a substrate; a driving unit configured to rotate the holder; an inner cup body provided in the holder to surround the substrate held by the holder; a mist guard, surrounding the holder and the inner cup body, configured to be moved up and down; a cleaning liquid supply configured to supply a cleaning liquid; and a controller. The controller is configured to perform: supplying a processing liquid to the substrate from a processing liquid supply, in a state that the substrate is held by the holder and the mist guard is raised; and dispersing, after the supplying of the processing liquid, the cleaning liquid supplied from the cleaning liquid supply to an entire inner peripheral surface of the mist guard, in a state that the substrate is carried out from the holder and the mist guard is raised.

Abstract: A shoelace cleaning device for containing at least one shoelace during the washing thereof. The device includes at least one perforated containment shell and central hub. In some example embodiments, the shoelace cleaning device can function as a shoe tree or shoe shaping/structuring device. A shoe cleaning device is also disclosed.

Abstract: A dishwasher includes a tub with an access opening to a treating chamber, a sump, at least one sprayer emitting liquid into the treating chamber, a pump, a conduit fluidly coupling the sump to the pump and the pump to the at least one sprayer, thereby defining a recirculation circuit through which the liquid sprayed into the treating chamber collects in the sump and is pumped back to the at least one sprayer. The dishwasher also includes a filter assembly in the sump for filtering the liquid in the recirculation circuit including a cleaning element and a dome shaped displacement body positioned adjacent the filter wall for raising a liquid level within the filter and configured to fill more than 50% of a percentage of a volume of the filter.

Abstract: A substrate processing apparatus includes a process chamber including a first body and a second body that are coupled to each other to form a processing space therein, a clamping member configured to clamp the first body and the second body, and an anti-friction member mounted in a groove formed in a contact region between the first body or the second body and the clamping member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a drain pump driving apparatus and a laundry treatment machine including the same. A drain pump driving apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a controller configured to drive a motor, during drainage, based on an output current and a direct current (DC) terminal voltage with a first power when a lift is at a first level and to drive the motor with the first power when the lift is at a second level that is greater than the first level, wherein the lift is a difference between a water level of a water introduction part through which water flows into a drain pump and a water level of a water discharge part through which the water is discharged out of the drain pump. Accordingly, water pumping can be performed smoothly even if the lift is changed during the drainage.

Abstract: Methods of operating a washing machine at a remote user interface device in wireless communication with the washing machine appliance may include obtaining an image of the wash basket, generating an overlay representing one or more operating parameters of the washing machine appliance, and displaying the image and the overlay simultaneously on a display of the remote user interface device. The method also includes receiving a control input at the remote user interface device and directing the washing machine appliance based on the control input received at the remote user interface device.

Abstract: A fabric treatment machine with a console. The console has a volcano to receive an activation member. The activation member couples with an activation control unit mounted on a tech frame. A liquid deflection member on the console is positioned below the console volcano. A drain on the tech frame diverts fluid away from the activation control unit.

Abstract: A distribution cap is configured to couple to a nozzle of a dish washer and to guide air from the nozzle to be discharged in a discharge direction. The distribution cap includes a fitting pipe configured to couple to the nozzle, a first bypass pipe that is connected to the fitting pipe and extends in a direction different from the discharge direction, where the first bypass pipe is configured to be positioned above the nozzle based on the fitting pipe being coupled to the nozzle, and a second bypass pipe that extends from an end portion of the first bypass pipe in the discharge direction, where the second bypass pipe defines a discharge opening at an end portion thereof.

Abstract: A laundry treating apparatus includes: a cabinet; a drum; a driver rotating the drum; a control panel including a manipulation portion receiving a selection command for selecting a course or an option triggering an operation of the driver, a display portion displaying state information including at least one of a name, a selected state, or an executed state of the course or the option, and a setting portion disposed at an outside of the manipulation portion and the display portion and receiving a change command to change the option; a communication module communicating with a home appliance; and a switch disposed at the cabinet and receiving a connection command that causes the communication module to communicate with the home appliance, where the setting portion is deactivated, based on the switch receiving an input, to thereby restrict at least a part of the setting portion from receiving the change command.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for tapping into a pressurized multiple strings of coaxially situated tubulars for wells and/or platforms which have overturned wherein the tapping occurs underwater via a diver or remotely operated vehicle. The assembly includes a tapping tool connectable to the tubular via a saddle connection and an adjustable tapping clamp with adjustable support/locking feet, compression plate with view ports, and angularly adjustable hot tapping system, along with a drill/saw system.

Abstract: A system and method detection of an empty keg is provided. Carbonated beverages from a keg communicates a carbonated alcoholic beverage to a liquid beverage sensor in fluid communication with the bulk keg. The liquid beverage sensor includes at least one phase detection sensor capable of identifying a foam or gas-liquid interface (Float on Beer Detector), at least one pressure sensor, at least one flow sensor, or at least one temperature sensor. A controller in operative communication with the TCB communicates with the control valve, the actuation button and in communication with the sensors. Upon detection of a low float level for the FOB detector, or low system pressure, or high system temperature, an alarm and/or override of the control of the tap is accomplished.

Abstract: A rapid connect coupler for connecting a fluid holding tank to a receptacle in a non-rotatable manner can include a housing, a probe configured to translate in a longitudinal direction within the housing, and a handle assembly configured to cause the probe to translate within the housing. The handle assembly can be movable between a plurality of positions corresponding to decoupled, coupled and venting positions. The coupler can also include a slidable sleeve coupled to an outer surface of the probe and configured to translate with the probe in the longitudinal direction, the sleeve including a collar configured to engage the receptacle in the coupled and uncoupled positions to prevent rotation of the coupler with respect to the receptacle when the two components are engaged to one another.

Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly is configurable with varying lay-lengths and orientations. The assembly includes coupling assemblies and valve bodies that adjust in length and/or rotation to allow for the varying lay-lengths and orientations of the backflow prevention valves and assemblies with and without certification. A coupling assembly is connected to a backflow prevention valve and includes an outer sleeve and an inner sleeve that is slidingly received within the outer sleeve. The lay-length is adjusted by slidably moving the inner and outer sleeves with respect to one another.

Abstract: A valve device with a built-in orifice is manufacturable with low-cost. The valve body defines an accommodation recess which opens at the surface of the valve body and contains a valve element therein, a primary flow path and a secondary flow path connected to the accommodation recess, the valve element having a sealing portion for blocking direct communication between the primary flow path and the secondary flow path through the accommodation recess, and a through flow passage for making the primary flow path and the secondary flow path communicate through the valve element, wherein an orifice is formed in the through flow passage.

Abstract: A coupling assembly includes a nipple component and a coupler component that are connectable to each other to form a fluid flow pathway through the coupling assembly. The nipple component includes a nipple body that defines a chamber that receives a first valve and a second valve that are moveable within the chamber, and the first valve and the second valve are spring biased against each other by a spring loaded plunger of the first valve, and a second valve spring that biases the second valve in the closed position. During a connection operation and/or a disconnection operation, a balance of forces including the spring bias, in combination with system pressure, maintains the second valve in a closed position, thereby isolating the fluid flow from an area of the chamber in which components of the first valve reside, including isolating an interface seal from fluid flow.

Abstract: A quick connector assembly and a quick connector device are disclosed. The quick connector assembly includes a first base, a first fluid interface assembly and a valve assembly. The valve assembly regulates whether a fluid flows through the quick connector assembly or not, and thereby sealing the flow of the fluid at both sides of the quick connector assembly. The quick connector assembly and the quick connector device in an embodiment of the present disclosure can regulate the flow of the fluid effectively and provide better barriers to keep concurrent flows separated and isolated. Especially, the quick connector device can be used in slurry delivery system which has fluid being abrasive fluid or solid contained liquid.

Abstract: An integrated fill system is provided for a vehicle. The integrated fill system can include a receptacle, a cap that mates with the receptacle, and a fill line that is in fluid communication between the receptacle and a container. The integrated fill system can further include a valve between an opening on an end of the container and an end of the fill line to allow one-way fluid communication for entry of compressed material into the container. The integrated fill system can further include a draw line on an opposite end of the container to maintain separate lines for filling and drawing compressed material into/from the container.

Abstract: A method, apparatus, and system according to which a swap adapter is connected to a swap station while a discharge manifold is pressurized by at least a first fracturing pump, said discharge manifold being adapted to communicate pressurized fluid to an oil and gas wellbore. The swap adapter is connected to a second fracturing pump via a first suction conduit and a first discharge conduit. The swap station is connected to a suction manifold via a second suction conduit. The swap station is connected to the discharge manifold via a second discharge conduit. After connecting the swap adapter to the swap station, and while the discharge manifold remains pressurized by at least the first fracturing pump: fluid is drawn from the suction manifold using the second fracturing pump; and pressurized fluid is discharged into the discharge manifold using the second fracturing pump.

Abstract: A water outlet valve assembly and a humidifier including the water outlet valve assembly are provided. The water outlet valve assembly is disposed at a water outlet of a water tank and includes a body and a pressure limiting portion. The body includes a housing and a valve core assembly. A flow passage is formed in the housing. The valve core assembly is capable of blocking the flow passage. The pressure limiting portion is disposed on the valve core assembly and applies a weight of the pressure limiting portion to the valve core assembly, and the pressure limiting portion provides the valve core assembly with a downward pre-tightening force, thus allowing the valve core assembly to block the flow passage.