Abstract: The invention is an improved fluid transport conduit coupling having a substantially tubular stem defining a central bore terminating at each end in first and second perimeter openings, a conduit insert including a body member having opposing first and second portions and adapted to receive said stem, and latching means for limiting axial movement between the stem and the conduit insert upon sealing engagement of the stem and the conduit insert. The improvement includes a latch support means disposed on the stem and at least one disengagement slot proximate the first perimeter opening, and at least one radially deflectable locking beam extending substantially axially from the first portion of the body member conduit insert.

Abstract: A flat type power transmission belt with an embedded tensile member of first and second plies of yarns where a first layer of yarns is disposed at a first helical angle and a second layer of yarns is disposed at an opposite helical angle. A method for making flat belts by making a sleeve and embedding a tensile member therein by winding a first plurality of yarns at a first helical angle and then winding a second plurality of yarns in a second layer at an opposite helical angle.