Abstract: An atmospheric water generator (AWG) includes a defrost or reversing valve embedded on the refrigeration cycle of the AWG. The defrost or reversing valve enables, when activated, hot compressed refrigerant gas to flow from the condenser to the evaporator of the refrigeration cycle for melting frost buildup on the evaporator. In one embodiment, a defrost valve is connected, to the refrigerant line connecting the compressor to the condenser and to one of (i) the refrigerant line connecting the expansion means to the evaporator or (ii) the refrigerant line connecting the evaporator to the compressor.

Abstract: An article having a primary use associated with an open position thereof, and a secondary use associated with a closed position thereof. The primary use is that of a piece of clothing, and the secondary use is that of a storage container. The article comprises a pouch portion (12) having an opening (20), the pouch constituting, in the open position of the article, a functional portion of said piece of clothing, and, in a the closed position of the article, a storage pocket.

Abstract: An article having a primary use associated with an open position thereof, and a secondary use associated with a closed position thereof. The primary use is that of a piece of clothing, and the secondary use is that of a storage container. The article comprises a pouch portion (12) having an opening (20), the pouch constituting, in the open position of the article, a functional portion of said piece of clothing, and, in a the closed position of the article, a storage pocket.

Abstract: A pipette filling and liquid dispensing device is attachable to a pipette by a conduit. A resiliently compressable bulb is connected to the said conduit in which a closable opening is provided. By means of the said closable opening alternatingly connection can be established between the interior of the conduit (and the bulb) and the open by uncovering the opening or such connection can be interrupted by closing the opening. A valve unit is inserted in the said conduit, said unit being releasably connected with the conduit and easily removable therefrom.