Abstract: The gas-supply system for the inhalation treatment of humans or mammals, entailing controlled dosing of at least one gas, characterized by a tidal volume-dependent regulation of the gas dosing.

Abstract: A compact device for supporting respiration is provided making possible a mobile, autonomous, pressure-supported respiration of patients near the lungs with very small dead spaces and flow resistances. The device is especially useful for medical applications. The device includes a rotary compressor (3) with an electric drive motor provided with a filter (7) arranged directly upstream in the direction of flow. The compressor (3) is arranged directly upstream of a breathing mask (2) or a breathing tube. A control unit (6) is provided for setting respiration pressure on a basis of speed of rotation. The control unit (6) is connected to the drive motor of the compressor (3).

Abstract: A portable ventilator for providing an air-recipient with compulsory respiration is provided with an outlet manifold and a single-expansion-chamber muffler configured so that airflow through an inhale outlet port of the muffler is pulse-free and a transmission loss, defined as the ratio of sound power generated by the at least one compressor and incident on the muffler to the sound power transmitted by the muffler, is sufficient to deaden the sound power of the compressor.

Abstract: An ergonomic face mask is provided for the administration of gas under a positive pressure to a patient. The face mask includes a cushion that provides a seal with the patient's face, and a dome connected to the cushion that receives a connection tube for receiving the gas from a source, such as a bag. The dome is asymmetrical, and defines a plurality of grooves and protuberances configured to allow the comfortable use of the mask with one hand.

Abstract: Apparatus for shaping the deflated profile of a laryngeal mask (10) and which comprises a body (20) having a cavity (21) therein, the mouth (22) of the cavity (21) being shaped to accommodate the elliptical outline of an inflated mask in an inverted condition, and having sufficient depth (d) to accommodate the inverted mask and air tube. The sides (26-31) of the cavity preferably incline inwardly. If an inverted mask is deflated and simultaneously pushed downwards into the cavity an optimized shape for the deflated mask is achieved.

Abstract: An atomizing nozzle which may be embodied having particular utility to dispense fluid as a mist at an exit of an endotracheal tube. The nozzle may be adapted to maintain a dry exit surface, and to resist unintended leakage of a medication. In one embodiment, a pressure of about 5 psi is required to initiate a discharge of fluid from the nozzle exit orifice.

Abstract: An artificial airway device (10) of a resilient material for use as a combined obturator and airway device without penetration into a larynx comprising a pre-formed flexible saccular chamber (14) and having a semi-rigid hollow stem (14) projecting from a position at or near one end of the chamber at an obtuse angle and capable of being flexed into a curve that deviates up to 90 degrees from the longitudinal axis of the said chamber, the chamber being provided with one or more openings, and dimensioned and arranged so that in use the chamber is adapted to sealingly engage in a patient's pharynx with at least one opening in communication with the patient's laryngeal inlet and the stem extends into or through the patient's mouth for connection to a breathing circuit.

Abstract: A mask (10) for supplying gas under pressure to the nasal airway of a human includes a manifold (30) including means (36) for connection to a gas supply means, a gas supply element or elements (26) for providing said gas to the nasal airway without pressurising the exterior of the nose and a flexible strap (12) formed from an elastomeric material for securing the manifold (30) in position. The strap (12) extends either side of the manifold (30) and is shaped to generally conform with the shape of the upper lip and adjacent cheek area to act as a distributed anchor means for the mask (10).

Abstract: A drape including a sensing device is disposed over a thermal treatment system having a basin recessed therein to form a drape container or receptacle within the basin for collecting a sterile medium. The thermal treatment system may either heat or congeal the sterile medium. The sensing device is typically disposed through the drape to provide a signal indicating the presence of liquid and/or leaks within the drape container to the system to facilitate control of system operation. In addition, the sensing device may be affixed to a plural basin drape utilized for a multiple basin thermal treatment system. The drape forms a drape receptacle within each basin, while a sensing device is typically disposed within each drape receptacle to detect the presence of liquid and/or a leak within that drape receptacle to facilitate control of system operation in substantially the same manner described above.

Abstract: An earplug is provided including an elongate stem component having a first end and an opposite second end, a first flange disposed on the stem proximate the first end, a second flange disposed on the stem adjacent the first flange, a third flange disposed on the stem adjacent the second flange, opposite the first flange, and proximate the second end, a rib support element formed on the first, second, and third flanges, wherein, the first, second, and third flanges comprise generally hemispherical flange elements extending from the stem in a direction toward the second end such that a generally annular space is formed between inner surfaces of the first, second, and third flanges and the stem, and wherein the rib support element is formed on the inner surfaces.

Abstract: A method for relieving discomfort caused by congestion within a body cavity adjacent to at least one region of hard tissue employs a vibration generator which generates mechanical vibrations at a subsonic frequency. The vibration generator is brought into non-invasive mechanical engagement with the hard tissue to as to transmit vibrations through the hard tissue to at least part of the body cavity. Also described are devices for implementing the method of the invention.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for communicating with and monitoring the operation of a device implanted within a patient. A transceiver capable of being implanted within a patient provides a communication interface between an implanted medical device and a monitor external to the patient's body. The external monitor can communicate with a remote monitoring center over a communication network. The external monitor also provides control signals to the implanted device via the transceiver unit. The transceiver apparatus is capable of two-way communication between the implanted device and the external monitor. The transceiver apparatus is also capable of detecting actions performed by the implanted device and physiological signals directly from the patient's body. Thus, the transceiver apparatus provides a means for determining whether an implanted medical device is operating properly. The transceiver apparatus provides a way to remotely reprogram one or more implanted medical devices.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device to seal and lubricate instruments inserted into trocar tubes, having a sealing cover that can be connected to fit exactly to the insertion end of the trocar tube and has at least one lining lip. The invention is characterized in that a member of porous or fleece-type material that can be moistened with a lubricating agent is mounted in the sealing cover and engages at least partially with the outer circumference of an introduced instrument.

Abstract: Process and apparatus for connecting smoking article components. Process includes feeding connecting sheets on a suction roller with a defined spacing, feeding the smoking article components on a grooved drum, and transferring portions of the connecting sheets to the smoking article components, such that the connecting sheets partially connect the smoking article components. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: A device for storing and cutting cigarettes and the like. The device is comprised of a housing, a cap member, an annular member, and a cover member. A cigarette is stored inside of the housing and cap member by fitting the annular member over a cigarette and then connecting the housing to the cap member via the annular member. A blade element is coupled to the housing and the housing has a blade slot for allowing entrance of the blade element into a housing cavity. To stop smoking a partially smoked cigarette, the burning end of the cigarette is inserted into the housing and the burning end of the cigarette is cut of with the blade element. To expel the cut off end of the cigarette, the cover member is removed from the housing allowing the cut off end to exit the housing.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a filter is introduced. Firstly, a polyurethane material including a urethane-based main chain having a repeat unit of the formula, (R—NH—COO—R—O—NH)n, with a plurality of contaminants absorbed around the urethane-based main chain is provided. Then, an extraction is performed to remove the contaminants from the urethane-based main chain so as to reveal a plurality of absorption sites for trapping cyanides, phenols, or polynuclear aromatic compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a callus-removing skin-file capable of removing fingernails, toenails, calluses and the like and a method of manufacturing the same. The callus removing file 21, comprises a base plate 24 made of glass, an abrasive layer 23 formed on the base plate by sanding; and a coating layer 22 coated, on the upper surface of the abrasive layer 23 with a mixture of epoxy resin, a hardening agent and emery. The method of manufacturing the callusing removing skin-file includes the steps of: preparing a base plate 24 made from glass material; making a mixture by mixing 20 to 25 percent by weight epoxy resin, a 40 to 55 percent by weight hardening agent and 15 to 20 percent by weight emery; forming an abrasive layer 23 by sanding a surface of the base plate 24; coating the mixture on the upper surface of the sanded base plate; and hardening the base plate 24 coated with the mixture.

Abstract: A nail care apparatus comprises a motor housing having two ends: a handle end and a rotating housing end. A replaceable tip is inserted into the rotating housing so that it rotates along with the housing end. A disposable manicuring cylinder that is comprised of a soft polyurethane rubber in the shape of a hollow cylinder is then secured onto the replaceable tip, allowing it to rotate along with the replaceable tip. A power supply is connected to the housing at the handle end and provides power to an electric motor inside the motor housing such that the operation of the motor causes rotational movement of the rotating housing. The manicuring cylinders would be manufactured by slicing long tubes polyurethane rubber into desired lengths. The outer surface of the manicuring cylinder would be granular due to either a surface coating of sand powder mixed with adhesive or a sandpaper laminate, thus allowing uniform and even buffing and polishing without the risk of unnecessary keratin erosion.

Abstract: A brush includes a brush body that defines a bristle-receiving chamber therein, and that has a combing wall formed with a plurality of bristle-extension apertures in spatial communication with the bristle-receiving chamber. A bristle-holding element is disposed movably in the bristle-receiving chamber. A plurality of bristles are mounted on the bristle-holding element, and extend through the bristle-extension apertures in the combing wall, respectively. An urging member is disposed in the bristle-receiving chamber for urging the bristle-holding element toward the combing wall of the brush body. An operating member is connected to the bristle-holding element to move the bristle-holding element against urging action of the urging member away from the combing wall of the brush body.

Abstract: Fine or short hair is held in place by a barrette having a fastener material known as Velcro®, comprising hook and loop portions. The barrette comprises a flat strip of flexible material having a decorative upper surface and a lower surface. One end of the strip's lower surface is attached to the hook portion of the fastener material. The loop portion of the fastener material is attached to the lower surface of the other end of the strip. Releasable contact between the hook and loop portions of the fastener material is achieved by bending the strip about a line perpendicular to its length, with the short, fine, curly or kinky hair being trapped by and held between the complementary surfaces of the fastener material. The hooks and loops of the fastener material are closely spaced so that constraining forces are applied to individual hair filaments or small hair filament groups. Fastening is facilitated, optionally by a snap attachment.

Abstract: A container for storing makeup is disclosed. The container may include a cover and a base coupled to the cover and configured for holding cosmetic material. The container may be selectively reconfigurable between a open, use position and a closed, storage position and the cover may engage the base to provide a hermetic seal when the container is in the storage position. The cosmetic material may be viewed in the substantially airtight container through at least one viewing area.

Abstract: A cosmetic package has a sheet material pouch defining a product storage chamber, a neck member with a passage to the storage chamber, a cap on the neck member to close the passage and an applicator wand extending from the cap through the passage into the storage chamber. The pouch is securely attached to the neck member by way of pairs of horizontally extending wedges. The wedges form opposite outwardly directed, semi-elliptical bonding surfaces that intersect at an acute angle. The semi-elliptical bonding surfaces allow the sheet material of the pouch to transition smoothly about the neck member, such that the material can be reliably and imperviously secured to the neck member.

Abstract: A dental floss comprising a porous PTFE fiber having a density of less than about 0.7 g/cc. The inventive floss is abrasion resistant, grippable and has a soft feel to the hands and a rough feel in the mouth. The floss is made by an extrusion process with non-contact heating during subsequent expansion with amorphous locking.

Abstract: There is provided a method of cleaning completely a deposit on the surface of the member to be cleaned, of a plasma processing apparatus without any damage of the coating which has been formed anodized coating or sprayed coating on the surface of the member to cleaned. The method of cleaning comprises a chemical cleaning step of dipping in an organic solvent (e.g. acetone) (a); and then a step blowing pressurized air so as to remove the deposit which has been peeled from a buffer plate (14) treated chemically (b); and then, of removing physically the deposit remained at the edges of the buffer plate (14) by blasting by using a CO2blast apparatus (105), and f steps of dipping the buffer plate (14) in pure water (104), and imparting supersonic vibration to remove the deposit remaining on a buffer plate (14).

Abstract: The method of treating an inner wall of a vacuum apparatus equipped with a vacuum chamber, a pump for depressurizing an interior of the vacuum chamber and an electric power source for supplying electric power for generating discharge in the vacuum chamber, comprises the steps of depressurizing the interior of the vacuum chamber; introducing a discharge raw material gas into the depressurized interior of the vacuum chamber; supplying the electric power from the electric power source and converting the discharge raw material gas into a plasma to generate active species; and treating the inner wall of the vacuum apparatus with the active species to reduce amounts of an off-gas and an organic matter which are exhausted from the inner wall.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods of processing a substrate. The apparatus includes a wet-cleaning chamber, a drying chamber, and a substrate transferring chamber which transfers a substrate to and from the wet-cleaning chamber and the drying chamber. The drying chamber is one of a supercritical drying chamber or a low pressure drying chamber. The wet-cleaning chamber is one of a single-wafer cleaning chamber, a horizontal spinning chamber, a megasonic wet-cleaning chamber, or a horizontal spinning chamber having acoustic waves transmitted to the substrate.

Abstract: A substrate processing apparatus for processing a substrate With a processing fluid is provided. The apparatus includes holding members 60 for holding the substrate W, a chuck member 61 for supporting the holding members 60 and a top-face member 62 approaching the substrate W to cover its surface. In arrangement, since the top-face member 62 is supported by the chuck member 61, the holding members 60 can rotate together with the top-face member 62 in one body. With this structure, it is possible to reduce the influence of particles on the substrate W and also possible to provided a low-cost substrate processing apparatus occupied as little installation space as possible.

Abstract: A cleaning method preventing foreign matter attached to a brush from being transferred back to a magnetic transfer carrier by removing foreign matter attached to a cleaning tool such as the brush with a dummy carrier having a recess equivalent to that on a surface of the magnetic transfer carrier.

Abstract: A glass sheet washing machine with a broken glass removal system includes a support, a liquid container or reservoir, a pump, a liquid applicator, and a liquid permeable member. The support supports a glass sheet being washed. The liquid reservoir is positioned below the support. The pump is coupled to the liquid reservoir. The liquid applicator is coupled to the pump. The liquid applicator applies the liquid from the liquid reservoir to wash the glass sheet. Excess liquid falls into the reservoir. The liquid permeable member is positioned between the support and the liquid reservoir to catch pieces of glass to inhibit the pieces of broken glass from falling into the liquid reservoir and is moved to remove the pieces from the glass washing machine.

Abstract: A process cartridge recycling method which includes a water washing step, which washes a used process cartridge using water. In this step, so as not to cause deterioration of a working environment of washing, a casing of members which structure the process cartridge is extracted, and water is sprayed at the casing for washing. Also, a process cartridge recycled by this method, and a process cartridge recycling device which implements this method.

Abstract: A method for removing a wide variety of radioactive contaminants from a contaminated surface sufficient for the surface to be classified as a low-level waste or as free release. Contaminated surfaces may be classified as Class C, Class B, Class A, or high-level radioactive wastes prior to treatment. An aqueous solution having a wetting agent and a complex substituted keto-amine is provided. The aqueous solution is left on the surface for a time sufficient to remove the radioactive contaminants into the aqueous solution which is then removed. Depending on the type and condition of the surface, an acid may be added to the aqueous solution to aid in the contaminant removal process. However, typical metals surfaces may often be treated effectively without the use of concentrated acids or with dilute concentrations of such acids. The method of the present invention has the effect of removing substantially all of the radioactive contaminants from a variety of previously contaminated surfaces.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems, methods, devices and kits for the timed dispensing of laundry rinse additive materials into the drum of an automatic washing machine as that machine is used to carry out a fabric laundering operation. To bring about such dispensing of rinse additives, a housing structure device is placed within the drum of an automatic washing machine, a unit dose insert package, containing laundry rinse additives in at least one compartment of the insert, is placed within the housing structure, and the machine is run through the several stages of its laundering cycle. Means are provided to open at least one rinse additive-containing compartment of the insert later in the laundering cycle to dispense contents of this compartment into the washing machine drum as rinse additive materials. The means for opening such compartments of the insert are activated by centrifugal force arising during the spin cycle of the laundering operation.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems, methods, devices and kits for sequentially dispensing laundry additive materials into the drum of an automatic washing machine as that machine is used to carry out a fabric laundering operation. To bring about such dispensing of additives, a lidded housing structure is placed within the drum of an automatic washing machine, a multi-compartmented insert, containing different laundry additives in each compartment, is placed within the lidded housing structure, the lid is closed and the machine is run through the several stages of its laundering cycle. Means are provided to open at least one compartment of the insert upon closing of the housing structure lid, thereby dispensing the contents of that opened compartment into the washing machine drum as wash additive materials.

Abstract: A method of automatic cleaning of cooking cavities of cooking equipment for food processing includes the introduction of steam at a temperature of at least 100.deg.C. from a supply line and nozzle into a cooking cavity for a time period depending on the degree of disinfection desired. The cooking cavity is rinsed with the steam condensate; and the supply line and nozzle are flushed with demineralized water.

Abstract: A system is provided which is capable of cleaning a drainage pipe in a short time for removal of scale without detaching the drainage pipe from movable equipment. The system comprises: a reservoir tank containing a cleaning liquid; a feed pipe connecting the reservoir tank and a downstream side of the drainage pipe of the movable equipment and including feed pump means for feeding the cleaning liquid to the downstream side of the drainage pipe from the reservoir tank; a suction pipe connecting an upstream side of the drainage pipe and the reservoir tank; and vacuum pump means for sucking gas from the reservoir tank; wherein the suction pipe is provided with gas separation means for separating gas from gas, liquid and solid sucked from the drainage pipe; wherein a gas suction pipe for feeding the separated gas back into the reservoir tank is connected parallel to the suction pipe between the gas separation means and the reservoir tank.

Abstract: A kind of cleaning equipment of the spraying paint gun which is comprised of a container, a branch sum up, a pipeline structure, an auxiliary rock set, a cloth-hook set, and a buckle means; The pipeline structure is settled inside the container whereas the auxiliary rock set is being fixed and settled on the pipeline structure; the cloth-hook set is settled on the branch sum up of the fixed container whereas the buckle means is used to fix the brake shaft and the handle of the spraying paint gun so that inside the pipeline of the spraying paint gun it is open; by means of the assemble layout of the direct-flowing spraying vent and the frozy spraying vent standing vertically or with inclination on the pipeline structure and after the cleaning solvent is being injected into the pipeline structure, the purpose of fully cleaning up the paint solution resides in the inner pipeline of the spraying paint gun could be fulfilled.

Abstract: A support device for an associated cover member includes a hub defining a bore adapted to receive a tip of an associated support pole. A shell projects radially outwardly from the hub. The shell defines an outer surface adapted to support an associated cover member. In use, the device is installed on a tip of a support pole so that an end portion of the tip projects through the support device. The projecting end portion of the pole tip is inserted into a grommet or eyelet of a cover to be supported. The pole is positioned so that the cover is supported on the outer surface of the shell. The device can have an overall frusto-conical shape.

Abstract: A collapsible support (10) for a canopy (15) comprises a peripheral structure (20) and a central structure (60). Peripheral structure (20) includes four telescopingly collapsible legs (21), each having a sliding member (35) slidingly connected thereto and four pairs (40P) of X-configured truss structures (41) connecting legs (21). Central structure (60) connects between opposite side X-configured truss structure pairs (40P) and is supported thereby. Central structure (60) generally includes a center post assembly (61) supported by two pairs of orthogonal center trusses (80). Canopy (15) is attached to peripheral structure (20) so as to tension canopy (15) over center post assembly (61) in an erect configuration.

Abstract: A solar battery cell of a serial stacked structure, increasing scattering of light, exhibiting good power-generating efficiency per unit area, and ensuring high reliability and a large yield in the manufacturing process, is provided. The solar battery cell includes a plurality of power-generating regions connected in series, each having insulative transparent semiconductor, front electrode, intermediate transparent conductive film, photoelectric conversion layer formed of stacked semiconductor films, and back electrode, and a contact line electrically connecting the front electrode and the back electrode of the neighboring respective power-generating regions. One power-generating region has at least two photoelectric conversion layers with the intermediate transparent conductive films sandwiched therebetween. At least one member of nonconductor and/or semiconductor is provided between the intermediate transparent conductive film and the contact line to prevent direct contact thereof.

Abstract: A system and method for providing power to a light-powered transponder. In order to create a sufficient voltage differential, two different photovoltaic elements are used. The photovoltaic elements generate voltages of different polarities. Because the photovoltaic elements are used independently to generate voltages with different polarities, the present system can achieve a desired voltage differential despite the inherent difficulties presented by the use of a standard CMOS process.

Abstract: A buried grid solar cell is manufactured by a process for metallising one or more metal contacts of a buried grid solar cell having a body of doped semiconductor material, wherein the electrical contact(s) is/are provided by conducting material being arranged in a pattern of one or more grooves into the semiconductor material by an electrolytic metal deposition process comprising a conventional electrolytic bath containing a special combination of per se known additives.

Abstract: A temperature and pressure sensitive valve is disclosed herein. The valve has a valve piston for regulating flow through the valve, a valve piston guide for directing movement of the piston, the piston guide having one or more passages there through, a thermal element for enabling movement of said piston, and an elongated housing having an anterior and posterior end and an interior wall able to house the piston, guide and thermal element. The housing further has two or more passages able to aid the piston in regulating flow, with at least one of the passages placed towards the anterior end of the housing, and at least one of the passages placed towards the posterior end of the housing.

Abstract: In a constant pressure regulator according to the present invention, a diaphragm defining an air chamber with a body is clamped between the body and a cover. An air chamber defining ring provided around the air chamber is clamped between the body and the cover. The upper surface and the lower surface of the air chamber defining ring are formed with a first recess having a seal ring fitted therein for backing the annular protrusion of the diaphragm and a second recess with a seal ring fitted therein for sealing the air chamber, respectively. The diaphragm has a central cylindrical bore portion defining a fluid control potion with the plug formed on the body. A second valve chamber is defined between the diaphragm and the cover. The body is formed with a first valve chamber and an inlet flow passage, and the second valve chamber is formed with an outlet flow passage.

Abstract: A valve seat insert for a check valve poppet, the valve seat insert having a thickness and an aperture located through the thickness and configured to accept a high pressure outlet passageway. The valve seat insert includes a plurality of bores that are located through the thickness and spaced around the aperture. The plurality of bores is located for registration with inlet passages of a check valve body to which the valve seat insert is to be attached. The plurality of bores may also be disposed circumferentially around and in fluid communication with a circumferential groove located in the thickness of the valve seat insert. Also provided is an inlet valve assembly that includes the valve seat insert and has a check valve body with a boss and a plurality of inlet passages surrounding a high pressure outlet passageway.

Abstract: A check valve comprises: a pair of cylindrical body elements (1, 4) through which a fluid passes; a cylindrical valve element (7), which is disposed inside an upstream-side one (4) of the cylindrical body elements (1, 4), constantly subjected to a fluid pressure and biased toward its closed position under the influence of a resilient force exerted by a compression coil spring (10) coated with a tubular element; and, a stopper element (24) disposed in a downstream-side one (4) of the cylindrical body elements (1, 4). The check valve is characterized in that at least one of the cylindrical valve element (7) and the stopper element (24) is provided with a spiral seat portion (11) an axial spiral surface of which is brought into stable surface-contact with the compression coil spring (10) to support the compression coil spring (10) therein.

Abstract: A valve according to the related art has a filter that has a small physical size.

Abstract: A latching microregulator for regulating liquid flow on micro-scale levels comprises a substrate having an inlet port and an outlet port, a valve element defining a valve chamber for opening and closing the inlet port, and an actuator assembly for actuating the valve element. The valve chamber is configured to contain a volume of fluid, and the inlet port and the outlet port are in fluid communication with the valve chamber to provide a liquid flow path through the chamber. The actuator assembly comprises a cantilever beam for moving the valve element between an open position and a closed position, an actuator, such as a piezoelectric element, for moving the cantilever beam, and a latch, such as a permanent magnet, for securing the cantilever beam in the closed position. A flow regulation system comprises a plurality of fluid channels of varied flow conductance and a plurality of latching microregulators for selectively blocking or allowing flow through each of the fluid channels.

Abstract: A quick connect coupling includes a male coupling component and a female coupling component that axially interfit in a locked and unlocked relationship with each other with the female coupling component having a hollow body, a tubular body extension that extends axially from a first end of the hollow body and a valve element that can translate along a longitudinal axis of the quick connect coupling. The male coupling component has a tubular stem portion that translates the valve element when the quick connect coupling is fully assembled to a locked position. A valve seat member disposed within the female coupling component has a tapered valve seat area that cooperates with a poppet valve. The valve seat member has a generally cylindrical body with a generally cylindrical inner surface adapted to receive a first end of said tubular stem portion, the valve seat member also having a generally cylindrical outer surface.

Abstract: This device comprises a body (2) having outlets (8), and a bonnet (3) housing a rotor (6) being submitted to the action of the inflowing fluid and being connected to a reducing gear (15) activating the closing device. This device is characterized in that the opening of said outlets (8) is carried out with respective angularly sliding shutters (9) being turned by means successively shifting them in opposite directions to thus respectively obtain the opening and closing of said outlets (8). The means shifting the shutters (9) are made up by studs (12, 13 and 14) being provided on the lower surface of the rotary intermediary plate (4) being solid with the reducing gear (15).

Abstract: The invention relates to a 3/2-way valve for controlling the injection of fuel in a common rail injection system of an internal combustion engine, having a first switching position, in which an injection nozzle is in communication with a fuel return, and having a second switching position, in which the injection nozzle is in communication with a high-pressure fuel reservoir.