Abstract: The present invention pertains to a device and corresponding method for determining information relating to the treatment of a patient, preferably relating to a patient having a respiratory disorder. The device comprises a fluid channel configured to be in fluid communication with a medical gas source at a first end and with a patient interface at a second end, a sensor arrangement having at least a first sensor for measuring a value of a first flow parameter in the channel and a second sensor for measuring a value of a second flow parameter in the channel, wherein the first sensor and the second sensor are spaced apart from each other along a longitudinal axis of the channel, and a control unit in communication with the first sensor and the second sensor. The control unit determines flow direction of a medical gas in the channel based on sensor measurements.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to method and corresponding system for localizing a device (10; 10A, 10B), in particular a device for a medical application, in a wireless network configured for a plurality of devices, comprising the steps of wirelessly transmitting a signal from the device (S100), receiving the signal (S120) by at least one receiver in communication with a monitoring unit, and determining the location of the device (S140) based on the received signal and the receiver using the monitoring unit, wherein the signal is transmitted with more than one transmission power (S110). Furthermore, the present invention pertains to a device having a corresponding configuration for use in such method and system.

Abstract: A gas cylinder monitoring device (34) for use with a valve (18) for controlling the flow of gas from a cylinder (14). The valve (18) has a valve body (20), and the device comprises an ambient temperature sensor (38) to measure the ambient temperature (TA), a valve body temperature sensor (36) to measure the temperature (TV) of the valve body, and a processor (42). The processor (42) operates to process a compensated temperature (CT) calculated from the difference between the measured valve body temperature (TV) and the ambient temperature (TA) over time (t). A flow-rate (FR) of the flow of gas from the cylinder and/or the pressure (P) on the gas is determined.

Abstract: A kingpin unit bearing steerable drive axle for a powered wheel of a vehicle may include a steering knuckle having a first side and a second side, and a unit bearing configured to support a wheel and operatively connected to the first side of the steering knuckle. An axle housing is operatively connected to the second side of the steering knuckle, and the axle housing has an upper arm and a lower arm. A first kingpin connects the upper arm of the axle housing to the steering knuckle; and a second kingpin connects the lower arm of the axle housing to the steering knuckle. The steering knuckle and the axle housing are configured to receive a powered axle shaft to drive the unit bearing.

Abstract: A kingpin unit bearing steerable drive axle for a powered wheel of a vehicle may include a steering knuckle having a first side and a second side, and a unit bearing configured to support a wheel and operatively connected to the first side of the steering knuckle. An axle housing is operatively connected to the second side of the steering knuckle, and the axle housing has an upper arm and a lower arm. A first kingpin connects the upper arm of the axle housing to the steering knuckle; and a second kingpin connects the lower arm of the axle housing to the steering knuckle. The steering knuckle and the axle housing are configured to receive a powered axle shaft to drive the unit bearing.

Abstract: A debris deflector and an associated method are provided for preventing debris from entering the drive belt and pulley compartment of a riding mower. The debris deflector includes a generally planar top portion, a front portion that depends downwardly from the front portion, and a rear portion that extends upwardly from the top portion. The front portion has a plurality of through holes and a vertical flange on the riding mower has a plurality of tapped holes configured for receiving a corresponding plurality of fasteners to secure the front portion of the deflector to the vertical flange. The method includes providing the deflector, forming the plurality of holes through the front portion of the deflector, tapping the plurality of holes in the vertical flange, and securing the deflector to the vertical flange using the plurality of fasteners such that the top portion of the deflector prevents debris from entering at least a center section of the drive belt and pulley compartment.

Abstract: A transmission housing, or transmission including a transmission housing, having a plurality of oil pan access ports positioned on the housing for receiving in each access port, or one of the access ports, a transmission fluid indicator that is used to monitor a level of transmission fluid in an oil pan mounted to a bottom of the transmission housing. The transmission fluid indicator may be a manual indicator, such as a dipstick, or an automated indicator, such as a sensor that is configured to generate one or more electrical signals indicative of a level of the transmission fluid in the oil pan.

Abstract: A flexplate comprising a single integral body portion having a generally circular shape. One or more borings are formed in the body portion for receiving an end of a crankshaft of the engine on a first side of the body portion and for receiving a torque converter of an unrelated transmission on a second side of the body portion. Apertures may be formed in the body portion and positioned on the flexplate for alignment with corresponding apertures on a flange mounted to the end of the crankshaft and apertures on the torque converter.

Abstract: A transmission housing, or transmission including a transmission housing, having a plurality of oil pan access ports positioned on the housing for receiving in each access port, or one of the access ports, a transmission fluid indicator that is used to monitor a level of transmission fluid in an oil pan mounted to a bottom of the transmission housing. The transmission fluid indicator may be a manual indicator, such as a dipstick, or an automated indicator, such as a sensor that is configured to generate one or more electrical signals indicative of a level of the transmission fluid in the oil pan.

Abstract: A transmission housing, or transmission including a transmission housing, having a plurality of dipstick access ports positioned on the housing for receiving in each access port a dipstick that is used to monitor a level of transmission fluid in an oil pan mounted to a bottom of the transmission housing. The housing may also include internal lugs positioned along an internal surface of the housing that interlock or interconnect with a transmission component to minimize rotational movement of the component relative to the housing. The lugs are aligned and spaced equidistance apart circumferentially on the internal surface of the housing, thereby eliminating larger gaps between consecutive lugs, which may concentrate mechanical stresses on the lugs at such a gap, as in prior art transmission. In addition, the housing may include an inlet fluid port positioned adjacent the lugs for receiving cooled transmission fluid to lubricate and cool centrally and rearwardly positioned transmission components.

Abstract: A steering knuckle for adapting a unit bearing front axle of a vehicle using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) spindle and wheel hub assembly parts to replace the unit-bearing wheel assembly, wherein the steering knuckle comprises a first side of the steering knuckle that is configured to receive one or more components of the OEM spindle and wheel hub assembly. The steering knuckle includes a boring for receiving a spindle hub on an OEM spindle, and one or more apertures circumferentially spaced around the boring and for alignment with holes on a spindle flange of the OEM spindle. Studs are inserted through the apertures of the steering knuckle for securing the OEM spindle to the steering knuckle. A second side of the steering knuckle is configured to be affixed in pivoting relationship to an axle housing of the vehicle wherein the axle housing is originally manufactured to be linked to a unit-bearing steering knuckle.

Abstract: A steering knuckle for adapting a unit bearing front axle of a vehicle using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) spindle and wheel hub assembly parts to replace the unit-bearing wheel assembly, wherein the steering knuckle comprises a first side of the steering knuckle that is configured to receive one or more components of the OEM spindle and wheel hub assembly. The steering knuckle includes a boring for receiving a spindle hub on an OEM spindle, and one or more apertures circumferentially spaced around the boring and for alignment with holes on a spindle flange of the OEM spindle. Studs are inserted through the apertures of the steering knuckle for securing the OEM spindle to the steering knuckle. A second side of the steering knuckle is configured to be affixed in pivoting relationship to an axle housing of the vehicle wherein the axle housing is originally manufactured to be linked to a unit-bearing steering knuckle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a control apparatus for a throttle stop. The control apparatus provides accurate and consistent throttle stop operation.

Abstract: A flexplate comprising a single integral body portion having a generally circular shape. One or more borings are formed in the body portion for receiving an end of a crankshaft of the engine on a first side of the body portion and for receiving a torque converter of an unrelated transmission on a second side of the body portion. Apertures may be formed in the body portion and positioned on the flexplate for alignment with corresponding apertures on a flange mounted to the end of the crankshaft and apertures on the torque converter.

Abstract: A motorized sliding door mechanism for a motor vehicle having a body structure having a door opening and door. The mechanism includes a motor and drum assembly mounted on the door and a cable system including cable runs anchored to spaced points on the body structure. One cable run is wrapped in one direction around the drum and extends to an anchor point proximate the rear edge of the door opening of the body structure and a second run is wrapped around the drum in an opposite direction and extends to a point at the rear end of a rear guide track for the door which is mounted to the body structure. The cable runs extend from the drum to the anchor points via a pivotal hinge and a guide block at the rear of the door for guiding the sliding movement of the door.

Abstract: A power actuator for lifting a pivotal lift gate closing an access opening in a motor vehicle body.

Abstract: A display for displaying the dial-in selection of information of a racing vehicle for use by a timing tower in racing includes a display unit which displays a numeric amount or alphanumeric data of a dial-in selection of information. The display unit includes electronic driver circuits, and the display unit is constructed to be mounted on a racing vehicle so that the display can be readily seen from outside of the vehicle and at varied distances and angles with respect to the vehicle.

Abstract: A disc type throttle stop selectively regulates the power of an internal combustion engine by controlling the flow between an air metering device and the intake valves and presents substantially no restriction to the flow in the full open position of the throttle stop at wide open throttle conditions of the engine.

Abstract: An automotive racing simulation apparatus has an electronic controller which controls a series of Christmas lights each of which is separately activatable. In addition, the electronic controller controls a sound generator, which can be modularly electrically connected to the electronic controller and is activated immediately prior to the activation of the Christmas lights to more realistically simulate automotive racing conditions.

Abstract: An improved automatic transmission has a reverse gear piston which can be engaged as a transmission brake. The piston is movable in a first direction and has a surface. A hydraulic means supplies transmission fluid to a space between the surface and the housing to engage the piston and removes the hydraulic fluid from the space to disengage the piston thereby releasing the transmission brake. In one embodiment, the hydraulic means has a passageway with the first cross-sectional area through the housing and a second cross-sectional area larger than the first cross-sectional area in the housing that is exposed to the space thereby reducing friction between the fluid and the second cross-section which reduces the release time of the fluid from the space. In another embodiment, the transmission has a means for adjusting the cross-sectional area of the passageway through the housing.