Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for the relative angle of rotation adjustment of a camshaft of an internal-combustion engine with respect to a driving wheel, having an interior part (4) which is non-rotatably connected with the camshaft and which has at least approximately radially extending webs or blades (6a to 6e), and having a driven cell wheel (10) which has several cells distributed along the circumference and bounded by webs (12a to 12e), which cells are in each case divided by the webs or blades (6a to 6e) of the interior part (4) guided within the cells in an angularly movable manner into two pressure spaces (22a to 22e and 24a to 24e respectively), when hydraulic pressure is admitted to or removed from the two pressure spaces (22a to 22e and 24a to 24e respectively) by way of control lines, the camshaft being rotatable by way of the webs or blades between two end positions relative to the cell wheel (10), and having sealing elements (40) arranged on the free face (36) of the webs or blades f

Abstract: An internal combustion engine includes a crankcase in which a crankshaft is held. An oil guide housing is positioned beneath the crankcase, and an oil pump with a drive sprocket for supplying lubricating oil is positioned in the crankcase. The oil pump supplies lubricating oil to consumers from an oil trap in the oil guide housing. The sprocket is encompassed by a cover, and resources are provided in the sprocket cover for scraping/separating lubricating oil that has been drawn along out of the oil trap in the direction of the crankcase by a chain that drives the sprocket. In this manner, the lubricating oil that is drawn and/or carried along by the drive chain is prevented from entering the crankcase and/or the cylinder head of the internal combustion engine.

Abstract: An internal combustion engine that has a torque wheel mounted for rotation within the central cavity defined by the housing and driving a crankshaft. The torque wheel has a plurality of arms in a spaced arrangement about the center of the torque wheel, thereby defining a plurality of corresponding volumes between the respective arms. A plurality of substantially identical combustion gates are positioned within these corresponding volumes, each combustion gate being mounted for rotation within a respective volume about a pivot pin. Rotation of the combustion gates about the respective pivot pins and resultant inward and outward movement of the combustion gates relative to the center of the torque wheel achieves a four-stroke combustion cycle.

Abstract: A direct fuel injection engine has a fuel injection valve that injects fuel toward a cavity formed in a top of a piston, and a spark plug that ignites the fuel-air mixture resulting from the fuel injection. The direct fuel injection engine is configured to strengthen the penetration of the fuel streams, to improve the directionality of the fuel streams and to stably form an agglomerate fuel-air mixture close to the spark plug. The cavity preferably has a bottom surface, a curved surface, and a flat surface. In a plan view taken along the center axis of the engine cylinder, cavity C is shaped like an ellipse whose foci are located at the tip of fuel injection valve and the spark discharge gap of spark plug, respectively. The fuel injection valve has a plurality of injection vents that spray solid-core fuel streams.

Abstract: A direct fuel injection engine has a fuel injection valve that injects fuel toward a cavity formed in a top of a piston, and a spark plug that ignites the fuel-air mixture resulting from the fuel injection. The direct fuel injection engine is configured to strengthen the penetration of the fuel streams, to improve the directionality of the fuel streams and to form in the cavity an agglomerate fuel-air mixture that is homogeneous and has uniform concentration. The cavity preferably has a bottom surface, a curved surface, and a flat surface. The fuel injection valve has a plurality of injection vents that spray solid-core fuel streams with angles formed between adjacent injection vents that are less than or equal to the spray angle of the fuel stream sprayed from each injection vent. The fuel streams form a combined fuel stream having a hollow circular cone shape.

Abstract: A low pressure direct injection engine system for a vehicle includes an engine having a plurality of cylinders each including a piston wherein the cylinders and a top portion of the pistons define a plurality of combustion chambers. A fuel injector is mounted in fluid communication with each of the combustion chambers. Each fuel injector has a nozzle which is adapted to generate a fine fuel spray with droplet sizes of 25 micro-meters SMD and 45 micro-meters DV90 and low penetration at fuel pressure of roughly 2 MPa. A low pressure fuel delivery system is adapted to deliver fuel from a fuel tank within the vehicle to the fuel injectors, and an igniter is mounted within the combustion chamber which is adapted to ignite the fuel within the combustion chamber.

Abstract: A device for signal evaluation is described, in particular for knock recognition in an internal combustion engine, in which the signals forwarded by sensors are evaluated digitally and error recognition is carried out that performs two different test functions, whereby a first test function supplies a test pulse at a specifiable location, and the second test function clears the sensor signals, and the reaction of both the analog and digital parts of the circuit are monitored.

Abstract: An internal combustion engine having one injection valve (3) per cylinder and at least one additional port injector (5) for injecting fuel into combustion air which is fed to the cylinders (2) in the intake tract (4). The port injector (5) havs two supply inlets (10, 11) which can be closed off. A control unit (8) determines the quantity of fuel which is to be delivered as a function of the operating state of the internal combustion engine (1). Separately provided starting fuel is delivered by the port injector (5) during the warm-up phase of the internal combustion engine.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for controlling an internal combustion engine are described. At least one sensor serves to detect a first variable that characterizes the pressure in the combustion chamber of at least one cylinder. A second variable, which characterizes the maximum value of the change and/or the location of the maximum value of the change, is determined on the basis of this first variable. This second variable serves to control operating parameters of the internal combustion engine in an open-loop and/or a closed-loop manner.

Abstract: A fuel injection system, having a fuel injection valve (15) and a control valve (50), which control valve (50) has a control valve member (54) that is longitudinally displaceable in a control valve bore (52). A control valve sealing face (55) is embodied on the control valve member (54); it cooperates with a control valve seat (56) and thus controls the communication between a first pressure space (57) and a second pressure space (58); the first pressure space (57) communicates with a high-pressure collection chamber (10). In a valve body (25), a bore (30) is embodied in which a pistonlike valve needle (32), with its end toward the combustion chamber, controls the opening of at least one injection opening (38) by executing a longitudinal motion in response to the pressure in a pressure chamber (31); the pressure chamber (31) communicates with the second pressure space (58) via an inlet conduit (28).

Abstract: The device includes a closure element (20), which closes an opening (18) of a fuel tank (12) and has a cup-shaped receptacle (22), which opens toward the outside of the fuel tank (12), contains the fuel filter (24), and can be closed by a cover element (36), which can be detachably fastened to the closure element (20). An elastic sealing ring (46), which is clamped between the closure element (20) and the cover element (36), seals the receptacle (22). In the vicinity of the sealing ring (46), the closure element (20) has at least one opening (52) via which the receptacle (22) communicates with the interior of the fuel tank (12). When the cover element (36) is fastened onto the closure element (20), the sealing ring (46), starting from a non-deformed original shape, is elastically deformed in such a way that it closes the at least one opening (52).

Abstract: A system for preheating diesel fuel before being introduced into a chamber of an internal combustion engine, particularly before or during passing of the fuel through a fuel filter, is provided. The system includes a filtering element and a preheating element, where the heat needed to reach the burning point of the diesel fuel with the presence of preheating will be less in amount compared to the system without preheating. In addition, compression heat with fuel preheating will remain constant so the combustion of the diesel fuel will be relatively perfect improving diesel engine performance.

Abstract: A system for providing exhaust gas recirculation in a multi-cylinder compression ignition internal combustion engine include an EGR valve in communication with an exhaust side of the engine to selectively direct exhaust gases to the EGR system. Charge air is directed through the engine and/or EGR system to purge exhaust gases from the EGR system. Charge air may be supplied to the EGR system by maintaining the intake manifold pressure above the pressure in the exhaust manifold.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to an exhaust gas recirculation device (1) for an internal combustion engine of the type comprising a tubular part (2) for passage of said gases and a connector (5, 6) at each of its ends (3, 4), characterized in that at least one connector (5, 6) presents at least one circular corrugation ridge (7) for the absorption of vibrations.

Abstract: In an internal combustion engine having an exhaust gas recirculation circuit, the efficiency of a turbocharger is raised in a wide engine rotational speed area and, even when a pressure in an intake circuit is higher than that in an exhaust circuit, an exhaust gas can be circulated. For this purpose, an openable intake throttle valve (12e) is provided on the more upstream side than an exhaust gas circulation position of the intake circuit (12), or a narrow portion (12b) is formed on the exhaust gas circulation position of the intake circuit and an intake bypass circuit (12c) for bypassing the narrow portion is provided. Further, an intake and exhaust bypass circuit (20) for connecting the intake circuit to the exhaust circuit (16) is provided.

Abstract: A retaining apparatus for mounting a component in an aperture formed in a mounting surface includes an elongated base member having opposite ends. At least two generally parallel side members each extend from an associated one of said base member ends. Each side member includes a free end. A component having a flange with at least two slots formed therein receives an associated side member in each of the slots. A locking means extends from said side members adjacent said free ends. As the component is inserted in the mounting surface aperture, force is applied to move the free ends of the side members toward each other to permit the locking means to pass through the aperture in the mounting surface. When the force is removed, The locking means and the flange engage opposite sides of the mounting surface to releasably retain the component in the aperture.

Abstract: An ignition coil assembly includes a high voltage (HV) diode at both ends of the secondary winding. The diodes prevent a spark-on-make condition. The diode implementation has particular benefits when used in a 42 volt automotive electrical system.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fuel supply device for an internal combustion engine, which is capable of preventing fuel pressure control problems caused by divergence of a feedback control amount in pump control. A target fuel pressure is computed, and a pump discharge quantity is computed as a feed forward quantity in accordance with an amount of change in the target fuel pressure. A determination is made as to whether or not the feed forward quantity is zero, and when the feed forward quantity is zero, a feedback correction quantity is computed based on the target fuel pressure and the actual fuel pressure, and feedback control is performed. In the case where the feed forward quantity is not zero, the computation of the feedback correction quantity is stopped and the feed forward control is continued.

Abstract: An arrow rest assembly for a compound bow having a riser, a number of cables, and a cable guard mounted to the riser with a slider thereon connected to the cables. The arrow rest assembly consists of an arrow rest movable between a first position wherein an arrow rests upon the arrow rest and a second position wherein the arrow does not rest upon the arrow rest; a drop-away mechanism engaging the arrow rest, the arrow rest moving with the drop-away mechanism between the first and second position in an arc about a center of rotation; and a driving mechanism coupled to the slider and driving the drop-away mechanism.

Abstract: A paint ball gun is provided. The paint ball gun has a paint ball feed mechanism which comprises an actuator, a paint ball advance assembly, a bias member, and a paint ball feed assembly. The actuator is configured to advance such that the paint ball advance assembly, coupled to the actuator, moves in response to movement by the actuator. The paint ball feed assembly is coupled to the paint ball advance assembly moving therewith and engaging a paint ball to feed the same into the paint ball gun.

Abstract: The present invention is a projectile launching system having an independently operable gas powered less-lethal launcher, which is capable of firing projectiles containing either incapacitating, debilitating, or marking agents for use during those situations when lethal force would be an inappropriate response. The gas powered launcher is ergonomically designed and comprises a receiver housing and receiver that are detachable from a stand-alone stock so that it can be attached to a mounting bracket located underneath the barrel of a rifle and, therefore, integrated with such rifle in order to provide both a lethal and a less-lethal capability for the user. One of the ergonomic features of the receiver is that it is designed to releasably carry a compressed gas container in a way that presents a favorable profile and a convenient and efficient trigger location, even after attachment of the receiver to the barrel of a rifle.

Abstract: A horizontal frame saw is equipped with a plurality of generally parallel, spaced-apart blades for cutting granite. Each of the blades has a cutting edge with diamond cutting segments mounted thereon for engaging the granite with a swinging motion for cutting of the granite.

Abstract: The invention is applicable to a furnace having a plurality of parallel, multi-pass pass heat exchanger panels that are susceptible to the occurrence of hot spots at a specific location. A baffle is installed between adjacent panels and is so placed and spaced from that location as to cause the flow of circulation air to be diverted to that location to prevent the occurrence of hot spots. The baffle may be integrally formed as an extension of a rear wall baffle which is attached to the rear wall and extends normally therefrom to divert circulation air away from the rear wall. The baffle is relatively planar and elongate in shape and is closely spaced from but does not engage the surface of the heat exchanger panels.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to reduce the maintenance costs of burners. When repairing a burner 20, first, a door 2a provided on a front surface of a main housing 2 is opened. Next, a lower coupler 77b of a supply portion 70 is loosened and the screws of a flange portion 74b of a mixture supply duct 74 are removed, and the mixture supply portion 74, which has become a single unit with a connection duct 77, is removed from a gas duct 76, a tube 73 that is provided at the front end of an air duct 72, a front panel 83, and a burner unit 23. Then, all nuts on the front of the container 80 are removed and the front panel 83 is removed from the container 80. Next, the brim portions 20a of the burner 20 are slid over lower rails 90b and the burner is pulled out obliquely upward (on a substantially horizontal plane) from the access portion 85 on the front of the container 80, so that repairs to the burner 20, such as replacing its ceramic plate 22, can be carried out.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an integral one-piece solar collector panel by a rotational moulding process is disclosed. The solar collector panel has a plurality of fluid ways extending between opposed ends and transverse headers opening into the open ends of the fluid ways. The panel is moulded by a rotational moulding process using mould faces with a non planar topography, eg in the form of a plurality of lines projecting outwardly proud of the remainder of the mould plate. This enables areas of the moulded body to be formed that are not hollow and form a solid wall in the moulded panel and other areas of the body to be formed that are hollow and form the fluid ways and headers. After the moulding of the panel has taken place the two opposed mould faces are moved towards each other to cause the contacting layers of mould material to firmly adhere to each other. This post moulding treatment step is not used in standard rotational moulding processes.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pump device that can be implanted into a body passageway, such as into a bronchial passageway. The pump device can be used to pump fluid through the body passageway, such as in order to assist the expiration of fluid from a region of the lung that fluidly communicates with the body passageway. The pump device includes a housing that defines an internal chamber, wherein fluid can flow through the chamber. The housing is dimensioned for insertion into a bronchial passageway. The pump device also includes a fluid propulsion mechanism in fluid communication with the chamber. The fluid propulsion mechanism is positioned to propel fluid through the chamber so as to pump fluid through the bronchial passageway in a desired direction.

Abstract: I. Discovery of the Right Respiratory Science.

Abstract: An oscillatory positive expiratory pressure respiratory therapy device which may be incorporated into the expiratory limb of a ventilator circuit. Accordingly, this device allows a patient on a ventilator to be subjected to positive expiratory pressure (PEP) therapy combined with airway oscillation and intermittent air flow acceleration while allowing the oscillatory PEP respiratory therapy treatment to be bypassed without interrupting the integrity of the ventilating circuit once the device has been installed in the ventilator circuit. In this manner, all expiratory air in the ventilator circuit is accounted for, the expiratory air volume may be accurately monitored and the ventilator circuit does not have to be broken for insertion or removal of the device.

Abstract: An oxygen containment enclosure (OCE) (10) that is comprised of a face mask (12) which is substantially dimensioned to fit over a person's face. The face mask (12) has a receptacle bore (24) into which is inserted and attached an oxygen input receptacle (26). An oxygen source (32) having a hose with a connector (34) is attached to the input receptacle (26) to provide oxygen that is applied through the face mask (12) and onto the person's face (90). A plurality of air circulation bores (30) are located on the face mask (12) to allow ambient air and the oxygen that is applied to circulate. The OCE 10 is designed to provide a means by which sterile or non-sterile oxygen can be applied to and contained proximate to a person's face during procedures such as an oxygen therapy facial treatment. To insure that the face mask (12) is sterile prior to use, a peel-off film (36) is located on the face mask's (12) inner surface (16).

Abstract: (1) An apparatus for delivering inhalant and monitoring exhaled fluid; (2) a method of making same; and (3) a method of delivering inhalant and monitoring exhaled fluid are disclosed. The apparatus for delivering inhalant to and monitoring exhaled fluid from a patient includes a first cannula having a distal end adapted to be received at a first depth in, for delivering a fluid into, a nostril of the patient, and a second cannula having a distal end adapted to be received at a second depth in, for sampling exhaled fluid from, the nostril.

Abstract: A disposable active humidifier for the mechanical ventilation of a patient, which has the particularity that it comprises a cartridge which forms a humidification chamber which is delimited by an inlet and by an outlet and can be interposed in the ventilation circuit. The cartridge has an interspace which is externally delimited by a heat exchange surface and is internally delimited by a hydrophobic membrane which surrounds the humidification chamber. A humidification fluid, originating from a bottle or bag, can be introduced in the interspace.

Abstract: A flow diverter valve is used in controlling the pressure and/or flow rate of a breathable gas supplied to the airways of a patient by a breathable gas flow generator supply apparatus during, for example, ventilatory assistance treatments such as non-invasive positive pressure ventilation and nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. The flow diverter valve includes a vane and a housing. The housing has an inlet port, an outlet port, and an exhaust port. The exhaust port opens to atmosphere, and the inlet port is in fluid communication with the flow generator. The outlet port is in fluid communication with a patient mask via a conduit. The vane is configured with respect to the housing such that a blower associated with the CPAP apparatus remains substantially unchoked, regardless of whether the vane is in the open or closed position.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for a bi-level positive airway pressure support in which the rise time from the expiratory positive airway pressure to the inspiratory positive airway pressure is automatically controlled by the pressure support system. The pressure support system includes a sensor, a control system, and a pressure generating system. The sensor monitors the patient's respiration to detect respiratory events, such as an apnea, hyponea or other disturbance, and the control system responds to the sensor information to adjust the rise time from the expiratory positive airway pressure to the inspiratory positive airway pressure gas pressure to maximize patient comfort and pressure support treatment effectiveness.

Abstract: A valve device for controlled supply of a pressure fluid, comprising a housing (2) having a supply chamber (3) for the supply of a pressure fluid from an inlet (4) connected to a pressure fluid source, and having an outlet (5) communicating with the supply chamber (3) via an outlet valve (6). The valve device comprises a reference chamber (10) connected to the outlet (5) through a narrow, leakage-forming duct (11), a regulating unit (12-14) seeing to it that the supply chamber (3) is kept permanently pressurised at a value just above the pressure in the reference chamber (10), and a control valve (20) having a valve body (21) for opening and closing of a passage (19) between the supply chamber (3) and the reference chamber (10).

Abstract: Gas delivery valve, in particular of the demand-valve type, having a valve body (1) in which is made a main passage (11) for routing gas comprising a gas inlet orifice (12) and a gas outlet orifice (13), valve means (33) arranged on the internal passage (11) for routing gas, between the said gas inlet orifice (12) and outlet orifice (13), making it possible to control the flow of gas in the said main internal passage (11) for routing gas, a line (14) for detecting a pneumatic vacuum co-operating with the said valve means (33) in order to allow, at least temporarily, the flow of gas in the said main internal passage (11) for routing gas between the said inlet orifice (12) and outlet orifice (13). The valve further comprises a secondary passage (8) for routing gas which is fluidically connected to the main gas routing passage (11) upstream (11a) and downstream (11b) of the said valve means (33).

Abstract: A vent valve apparatus (10) for use with a system for supplying breathable gas pressurised above atmospheric pressure to a human or animal. The apparatus (10) includes a gas washout vent (15), a vent valve (18) adapted to progressively restrict the flow area of the washout vent (15), and a pressure sensitive vent valve control means (20,22,23). The control means is adapted to progressively cause the vent valve (18) to restrict the flow area of the gas washout vent (15) in response to increases in the pressure of the gas supply, thereby substantially regulating the volumetric flow of gas and/or CO2 gas through the washout vent (15) over a range of gas supply pressures.

Abstract: A respiratory mask is reduced in size to better fit patients with smaller faces by either (a) folding one or more accordian folds formed in an upper portion of the mask, or (b) tearing away a part of the upper portion of the mask. The respiratory mask for adult patients can thus be adjusted to fit smaller adults and larger children. The respiratory mask for children can thus be adjusted to fit smaller children. A ball joint swivel connector is provided to connect the gas inlet of the masks to the hose connection for respiratory or nebulizer treating gases or aerosols.

Abstract: Conforming, moldable face mask having a scented icon that can be activated to camouflage unpleasant odors emanating from the construction material of the mask and gases delivered therein. The mask is also moldable and conforming, thereby making it adjustable to recipient facial contours. It is provided in various shapes and sizes to conform to the facial features and dimensions of patients and users.

Abstract: Patients on immobilization backboards may be elevated by selective attachment to a separate stand. The stand may be attached to the foot end of the backboard to raise the patient's feet. The stand may be attached to the head end of the backboard to raise a patient's head. The stands are collapsible for convenient storage. Optionally, straps or other mechanisms are provided for selectively attaching a patient's ankle or arms to the backboard while the patient is elevated.

Abstract: A nail polish removal system having multiple pads that are impregnated with a nail polish removing solvent and held within a container. The pads of the nail polish removal system are optimally dimensioned to retain an effective amount of solvent so that one individual pad can remove the nail polish from up to 10 fingers or 10 toes without the creation of droplets or spillage of excess solvent. Further, the material of the pads is soft and pliable, which contributes to the ease and comfort of their use.

Abstract: A sensor and display means useful for sensing personal appearance. The invention addresses aroma and presenting the characteristics of the aroma to the user in particular detail. The appearance sensor and display can be integrated with another device associated with determining another aspect of appearance. For example, an aroma sensor and display integrated with a mirrored compact would provide a convenient and complete means of inspecting critical aspects of personal presentation which are visual appearance and personal aroma. The display might also include an appointment book or similar functionality associated with meeting people so that the user is conveniently reminded to check their appearance as they are reminded of the meeting. Improvements in the design of the sensor based on controlling the flow and path of the aroma stream for reducing the size and cost of the aroma sensor are included in the invention.

Abstract: A method of cleaning using an insonified, pressurized liquid to cleanse and then wash off particulates. The liquid is used to focus and direct the acoustical energy while enabling the trapping of the partials being cleaned and then used to wash off the partials. The acoustical frequency and power is described as optimized to be below the energy level to cause cavitation at the surface of the part being cleaned. The manufacturing process of loading, cleaning and unloading is also described. In another embodiment, a small amount of cavitation is acceptable if the cavitation is below a threshold in which shock waves occur.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for removing coating layers from the top of alignment marks on a wafer are described. The apparatus includes a cleaning chamber that is a cavity and a lid member suspended in the cavity, a wafer chuck that is rotatably mounted in the lid member for holding a wafer in an upside down position such that the alignment marks are facing downwardly, and at least two solvent dispensing arms mounted in an outer peripheral area of the lid member that are immediately adjacent to the chuck for dispensing a flow of solvent upwardly toward the active surface of the wafer when the wafer is held in a stationary position, each of the at least two solvent dispensing arms are positioned corresponding to a position of one of the alignment marks.

Abstract: Cleaning compositions, pads, wipes, and implements provide effective cleaning of hard surfaces.

Abstract: A method of cleaning an air gap in a plumbing fixture by removing the cap from a counter table access and inserting a flexible wire brush into a hose connecting the counter-top access to the drain opening.

Abstract: An apparatus dispenses detergent into a warewasher from a reservoir wherein a flow control device controls the flow of the detergent. A sensor measures the electrical conductivity of water within the warewasher and produces a conductivity measurement. A controller operates the flow control device in a first mode in which the quantity of detergent dispensed into the warewasher is determined in response to the electrical conductivity of the water. If the conductivity measurement is determined to be unreliable, the controller operates in a second mode in which a predefined quantity of detergent is dispensed into the warewasher. The reliability of the conductivity measurement is determined based on the amount that the conductivity changes upon detergent being added to the warewasher.

Abstract: A composition for a removing soil is described. The composition has a carboxylated imino compound and optionally an oxidizing agent. The composition displays excellent cleaning properties on processing equipment such as the equipment found in breweries, dairy plants and carbonated beverage plants. The composition also displays excellent lipid-based and protein-based soil removal.

Abstract: An oil-pump-screen (1) cleaning method and apparatus with which an oil pan (3) of an internal-combustion engine (2) is drained by removal of a drain plug (7) from a drain aperture (15); the drain plug is reinserted in the drain aperture; a measured amount of a predetermined carbon-disintegrative liquid is put in the oil pan, preferably through a dipstick tube (10), to immerse the oil-pump pickup screen, but not the oil pump (41) without contacting engine bearings, gaskets, or other engine components that could be deteriorated or otherwise damaged by the carbon-disintegrative liquid. The cleaner liquid is left in the oil pan long enough, preferably about one hour, for it to disintegrate and dislodge all carbonic and other material from the oil-pump pickup screen while not running the engine or otherwise conveying the carbon-disintegrative liquid to other parts of the engine.

Abstract: A decontamination device (10) includes a washing chamber (12) defined by a series of sidewalls. Upper and lower shelves (30, 32) are horizontally disposed within the washing chamber. The lower shelf is a rigid non-removable structure divided into three washing sections (42, 44, 46). The upper shelf is disposed vertically above the lower shelf and is slidably mounted within the washing chamber. The upper shelf comprises first, second, and third washing sections (82a, 82b, 82c) and a channel (78) operatively connected to the three shelf sections. The channel provides cleaning solutions to the shelf sections. Each of the washing sections and the shelf sections receive a spindle header (50) having a series of spindles (58) over which glassware is placed. A sealing connector, disposed on each washing section and shelf section, registers with and seals around a manifold of the spindle header and provides cleaning solutions from the channel to the spindle header.

Abstract: A cleaning container and method for using the same for chemically cleaning elongated members including quartz thermocouple sleeves including a first body member and a second body member said first body member and second body member respectively forming a first containing space and a second containing space including a first means for reversibly compressively sealing the first body member and the second body member to a form a combined containing space for sealably holding a cleaning solution level; a cap member disposed at a distal end of the first body member said cap member including a second means for reversibly compressively sealing a first opening in communication with the first containing space; and, a second opening centrally disposed in a distal end of the second containing space said second opening including a third means for reversibly compressively sealing around at least one elongated member penetrating through said second opening.