Abstract: A biobased penetrating oil for use to reduce friction between fittings. The penetrating oil composition preferably contains one or more long-chain, low-volatile esters specifically derived from a natural plant-based oil, such as a combination of methyl esters derived from soybean oil, and an unsulfurized terpene, such a pine oil or limonene and various orange terpenes as a solvent. The penetrating oil can be an aerosolized product and included a carbon dioxide propellant.

Abstract: A biobased penetrating oil for use to reduce friction between fittings. The penetrating oil composition preferably contains one or more long-chain, low-volatile esters specifically derived from a natural plant-based oil, such as a combination of methyl esters derived from soybean oil, and an unsulfurized terpene, such a pine oil or limonene and various orange terpenes as a solvent. The penetrating oil can be an aerosolized product and included a carbon dioxide propellant.

Abstract: A crankshaft casting pattern insert 10 which includes selectively adjustable portions 14, 16, which respectively correspond the front and rear main bearing journal portions of the crankshaft. Each adjustable portion 14, 16 includes a removable insert or member 18, a key member 20, several “vertical” spacers 22, several “lateral” spacers 24, and a fastener 26. Adjustable portions 14, 16 allow the pattern 10 to be selectively modified in shape, effective to compensate for pattern wear and to allow multiple crankshafts to be produced which have a substantially similar balance capability. Pattern 10 may also include several validation pads or points 50 which allow the produced crankshafts to be measured with improved accuracy.

Abstract: A liquid vapor dispenser is disclosed that includes a two-compartment reservoir for retaining a quantity of liquid to be dispensed, and an integral wick/emanator assembly. The assembly includes a wick, which extends into the reservoir to conduct the liquid out from the reservoir. An emanator is formed integrally with the wick and provides an evaporative surface to dispense the liquid conducted from the reservoir.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing device capable of dispensing an active liquid at a slow substantially constant rate over an extended period of time. The liquid dispenser consists of a sealed flexible bag or pouch containing a supply of the active liquid, a wick located inside a tubular member, and an emanator which diffuses the active liquid. The active liquid supply inside the impermeable bag is kept isolated from the wick prior to use by means of a containment element. Upon removal of the containment member, the active liquid is free to contact the wick, whereby the enclosed tubular wick conveys the active liquid to the emanator for slow dispersion. The sealed reservoir bag gradually collapses inward as the active liquid supply is depleted, obviating the need for a vent. The liquid dispensing device could be used as an air freshener, diffusing a volatile scent-producing liquid into the atmosphere. The device could also be adapted to dispense pharmaceuticals transdermally.