Abstract: A system and method is provided for transmitting location data to a wireless reception device that cannot otherwise access a satellite navigation system, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS). In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a wireless location device is adapted to transmit fixed location data. The wireless location device includes a location transceiver, an antenna, and either a battery or a pair of conductive leads adapted to mate with a standard electrical outlet. The wireless location device is fixed to a structure, either by plugging the device into an electrical outlet or with the aid of mounting fixtures, and programmed with fixed location data. Upon receiving a request for location data, the location transceiver encodes the fixed location data within a short-range wireless communication signal, preferably formatted to the Bluetooth protocol. The short-range wireless communication signal is then transmitted through the antenna.

Abstract: A check valve assembly is disclosed for use with a fuel vapor recirculation tube in a fuel system for an automotive vehicle. The vapor recirculation tube has a lower end open to the fuel tank and an upper end open to the upper end of the fuel filler pipe. The check valve assembly includes a housing having a throughbore, and the housing is positioned within and fluidly in series with the recirculation tube adjacent the upper end of the recirculation tube. The housing includes a valve seat at its end closest to the filler pipe while a normally open valve is mounted to the housing and movable from an open position to a closed position in response to liquid fuel flow into the upper end of the recirculation tube.

Abstract: A method is provided for installing a nozzle restrictor assembly in a fuel filler tube. The method comprises the steps of attaching a restrictor plate to an inner surface of the fuel filler tube, coating the restrictor plate and the fuel filler tube, and inserting a closure plate through a first slot formed in the restrictor plate so that the closure plate is positioned to block the opening. A nozzle restrictor assembly is also provided which comprises a restrictor plate sized for insertion into a fuel filler tube and a mechanism for selectively closing an opening formed in the restrictor plate upon withdrawal of a fuel filler nozzle.

Abstract: A method is provided for installing a nozzle restrictor assembly in a fuel filler tube. The method comprises the steps of attaching a restrictor plate to an inner surface of the fuel filler tube, coating the restrictor plate and the fuel filler tube, and inserting a closure plate through a first slot formed in the restrictor plate so that the closure plate is positioned to block the opening. A nozzle restrictor assembly is also provided which comprises a restrictor plate sized for insertion into a fuel filler tube and a mechanism for selectively closing an opening formed in the restrictor plate upon withdrawal of a fuel filler nozzle.