Abstract: A sealing ring for fitting between and sealing an annular space between a spigot end of a length of pipe and a socket end of another length of pipe which are slid into each other to form a pipe joint. The sealing ring comprises an annular main body having a first surface for engaging the spigot end and a second surface for engaging the socket end during the formation of the pipe joint. A thin flexible membrane of a thickness of 0.045 inches or less is attached to the second surface about the circumference of the annular main body defining an annular cavity. The flexible membrane is of a greater dimension than the length of the second surface in the general direction of pipe movement. A lubricant is disposed in the annular cavity between the second surface and the thin flexible membrane whereby, when the spigot end and the socket end are slid into each other to form a pipe joint, the thin flexible membrane slides relative to the second surface without rupturing.

Abstract: A conductive gasket suitable for electromagnetic interference applications includes a resilient perforated core, preferably of a non-conductive material, that is encapsulated in a non perforated conductive material. The core is preferably is provided with transverse perforation and then is encapsulated in the non perforated conductive material.

Abstract: A composite oven gasket includes a flexible hollow tubular member braided from a number of glass fiber yarn ends and a lesser number of wire ends and a plurality of separate, individual clip fasteners extending though the tubular members and captured only by the yarn and wire ends defining the tubular body. At least forty-four yarn and wire ends are used in the tubular members and less than twenty percent of the ends are wire.

Abstract: The sealing arrangement (1) is to seal a gap (2) between two cooperating components (3, 4). A grip rail (7), to which a holding region (19) of a profile (18) is positively latched, is fixed to a first one (3) of the components (3, 4) by way of clips (6). A sealing region (20) of the profile (18) which cooperates in a sealing manner with a second one (4) of the components (3, 4) is attached to the holding region (19). The grip rail (7) consists of synthetic material and comprises at least two latching regions (21, 23) which are disposed transversely with respect to a longitudinal extension of the profile (18) at a mutual spaced interval. A complementary counter latching region (24 to 26) of the holding region (19) is latched to each latching region, wherein a first (21) and a second latching region (22) are provided on longitudinal edges of the grip rail (7).

Abstract: A non-impact keyless chuck suitable for use with manual or powered drivers is disclosed. The chuck comprises a body which carries a rotatable split nut having a relatively fine thread and a plurality of slidable jaws, which may be identical, driven by the rotatable nut. An anti-friction bearing is disposed between the rotatable nut and a bearing thrust ring mounted on the body. A clutch or torque limiting mechanism is provided to limit the tightening torque to a predetermined value while the loosening torque may be limited or unlimited. The front sleeve, and rear sleeve, if used, may be formed from a structural plastic to reduce manufacturing costs. A relatively soft elastomeric grip boot may be placed on the front sleeve to improve the grip and temporarily restrain and center the tool during chuck tightening or loosening operations. A relatively soft elastomeric grip boot may also be placed on the rear sleeve, if used.

Abstract: A connector (20) having an assembly (28) adapted to releasably receive an end (33) of a workpiece (22).

Abstract: A tool fixing structure includes a snap ring, a fixing socket, an elastic member, a fixing rod, an outer socket, and a pressing socket. In such a manner, the screwdriver head is mounted on and detached from the tool fixing structure rapidly, easily and conveniently, thereby facilitating replacement of the screwdriver head, and thereby facilitating the user operating the screwdriver head. In addition, the pressing socket is modularized, and may be replaced according to the requirements, thereby enhancing the versatility of the tool fixing structure. Further, the snap ring, the outer socket and the pressing socket are made of an aluminum material, thereby decreasing the weight of the tool fixing structure.

Abstract: In a power-operated chuck (1) with clamping jaws (3) that are guided so they can move radially within a chuck body (2) and are in a drivable connection via intermediate elements with a clamping piston (4) upon which a hydraulic fluid can act in one or both directions and which is inserted in the chuck body (2) in such a way that it can move axially, a pressure sensor (41) installed in the chuck body (2) is provided in order to monitor the hydraulic fluid pressure existing in the pressure chambers (7 and 8) assigned to the clamping piston (4), the pressure sensor (41) being connected to one or both pressure chambers (7, 8) via hydraulic fluid channels (42, 43). Furthermore, the pressure sensor (41) has a receiver assigned to it which is connected to a unit (45) for evaluating the signals received from the pressure sensor (41).

Abstract: A rocker device includes a base having a rocker surface for rocking on a supporting surface, and a wheel device attached to the base and partially extendible out of the bottom of the base to selectively engage with the supporting surface. The base is rockable relative to the supporting surface when the wheel device is disengaged from the supporting surface, and the base is movable relative to the supporting surface when the wheel device is engaged with the supporting surface, such that the rocker device may be moved periodically on the supporting surface.

Abstract: The invention provides a suspension control apparatus for a vehicle which can execute a suspension control suitable even for a rough road by executing the suspension control based on an actual road surface profile, while taking various vehicle states (weight, speed, etc.) into consideration, and learning the road surface profile. The suspension control apparatus has a vertical acceleration sensor for detecting a vertical acceleration of the vehicle, and a control unit for determining a road surface profile by estimating waves and irregularities in the road surface based on the vertical acceleration of the vehicle detected by the vertical acceleration sensor, and determining a suspension control value based on the thus determined road surface profile.

Abstract: An inclination-measuring apparatus for use with a motor vehicle includes a rotary sensor connected to the motor vehicle, the rotary sensor selected from one of a rotary position sensor and a rotary angle sensor, a pendulum and a controller. The pendulum has a pendulous mass being oriented to hang substantially aligned with the earth's gravitational forces. The movement of the pendulum providing an input to the rotary sensor to generate a signal to ascertain the inclination of the vehicle relative to the earth's gravitational forces. The signal is processed by the controller that is operatively connected to control one of an electric park brake, a chassis leveling device while parked, a lateral inclination device while the vehicle is operational and a longitudinal inclination device while the vehicle is operational.

Abstract: In providing longitudinal bilateral support for the talocrural joint with two explicitly stabilized blades, the arrangement can be exploited by ice skaters to achieve an eclectic range of aerial, nonaerial, complex or routine ambulatory ice skating maneuvers. This novel aid to dynamic stability with its' auto correcting moment has the capability for extending a skater's performance repertoire that is, independent of technique, not a function of a skater's intrinsic endowments or specialized skating equipment for the support of the ankle/foot combination. This arrangement of ice skating blades can be ingeniously exploited by ice skaters to achieve panoplies of aerial, nonaerial, complex or routing dynamic ambulatory ice skating maneuvers.

Abstract: A rolling kneepad caster device. The rolling kneepad caster device has a multiple-wheeled support assembly with swivel casters to provide structure to the rolling kneepad caster device to support a user, a kneepad cushion provided above the multiple wheeled support assembly to comfortably receive a user's knee, a substantially elongated shin guard adjacently attached to the multiple wheeled support assembly, the substantially elongated shin guard having cushioning provided to comfortably receive a user's shin and upper foot and a plurality of strap fasteners to secure the user's knees and shins to the rolling kneepad caster device.

Abstract: An adjustable fit in-line skate is disclosed having a rigid frame carrying a plurality of skate wheels. A boot is secured to the frame with the boot having a toe portion and a heel portion. The heel portion has a sole plate which is carried over the length of the frame. The toe portion receives the sole plate and is slidably attached to the heel portion.

Abstract: An adjustment device, particularly for adjusting the length of a skate, which comprises a frame provided with first connection elements to two or more wheels, a shell associated with the frame in order to accommodate at least the heel of the user, and a toe unit slidingly associated with the shell and/or frame in order to accommodate the tip of the user's foot. The device comprises a slider means that can be actuated by the user, and is substantially transversely associated to the toe unit in contrast with an elastic element and interact selectively with the frame and/or shell.

Abstract: An in-line skate includes a skate frame, front and rear wheels mounted rotatably on the skate frame, and a middle wheel assembly including at least two middle wheels, each of which is mounted rotatably on the skate frame between the front and rear wheels, is aligned with the front and rear wheels, and is rotatable about a rotation axis defined by the middle wheel. Each middle wheel further defines a wheel center and an inclined plane that passes through the wheel center and that is perpendicular to the rotation axis. The inclined plane is inclined relative to a vertical plane perpendicular to a ground plane by an acute angle. The front and rear wheels are inclined in the same direction as the middle wheels.

Abstract: Baggage item with at least two rollers, whereby at least one of the rollers can be moved into an operative position that is at a distance from the projected area of the baggage item if seen in top view, in order to improve the standing and/or rolling characteristics of the baggage item, whereby a standing surface is provided by an associated flat element, whereby the standing surface makes it possible to safely travel with the baggage item in a scooter-like manner.

Abstract: An system for assisting a user in unloading a hand cart is provided, including a rotatable handle for assisting the user in tilting the cart. The load is removed from the cart by tilting the cart forward, then pulling the cart out from under the tilted load. A spring-assisted handle mounted on the cart, which can be gripped and pulled by the user, assists the user in removing the load from the cart, in a simple and convenient manner.

Abstract: A device to move heavy items made up of a substantially flat rectangular body used to carry heavy items, a handle assembly with two handles perpendicularly attached to an H-shaped handle stand that is perpendicularly attached to the proximal end of the substantially flat rectangular body. A sling is provided on each handle of the handle assembly to hold long and awkward items extending from the substantially flat rectangular body. A wheel positioned at the distal end and center of the substantially flat rectangular body is also provided to facilitate movement of the device and a cowl above and around the wheel, having an open front to allow the wheel to extend beyond the cowl and the substantially flat rectangular body.

Abstract: A stroller including a frame shaped to removably receive an infant carrier thereon, a set of wheels coupled to the frame, and a handlebar shaped and located to be gripped by an operator such that the operator can roll the stroller in the desired direction. The stroller further includes a retaining mechanism that is movable between a retaining position and a loading position. The retaining mechanism is configured such that locating the infant carrier on the frame or lifting the infant carrier off of the frame causes the retaining mechanism to move from one of the retaining or loading positions to the other of said retaining or loading positions.

Abstract: An infant carrier-receiving component including a frame shaped to receive an infant carrier thereon, and an indicator located on said frame, wherein the indicator indicates when the infant carrier is located in a predetermined position on the frame.

Abstract: An automotive suspension assembly 10 is provided, including an upper control arm 20, a lower control arm 22 and a knuckle 24. The lower control arm 22 is rotatably affixed to the knuckle 24 by way of a lower mount joint 29 rotatably engaging a lower rotational joint 28. The upper control arm 20 is rotatably affixed to the knuckle 24 by way of an upper mount joint 36 rotatably engaging an upper rotational joint 34, the upper mount joint 36 including an upper control arm shaft 38 positioned within a slotted guide 40 such that the camber is adjustable by adjusting the position of the upper control arm shaft 38 within the slotted guide 40.

Abstract: A cambering vehicle includes a front column, left and a right trailing arms each having a front portion pivotally attached to either the front column or a bracket attached thereto by a pivot axle which is preferably inclined relative to the bracket or the front column. A detachable latching device may be used to detachably latch the bracket, if so provided, and thus the trailing arms to the front column at the working position. The bracket and thus the trailing arm may be rotated relative to the front column to the folding position when the detachably latching device releases the bracket relative to the front column. The cambering vehicle may also include a link connect the trailing arms independent of the front column, and a braking mechanism to inhibit forward movement of the cambering vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle steering assembly comprising a vehicle steering system, a wheel assembly including a pivotal wheel hub for supporting a wheel, a knuckle mounted to the hub, and a pivot arm extending outward from the knuckle. The vehicle steering assembly further including a connector rod interconnecting the vehicle steering system and the pivot arm for transmitting linear motion from the vehicle steering system through the connector rod to rotate the wheel assembly. The connector rod including a first end connected to the vehicle steering system, a second end pivotally connected to the pivot arm, and a shaft portion interconnecting the first and second ends. The connector rod further including a first mechanism to allow the connector rod to pivot in a first plane in relation to the vehicle, and a second mechanism to allow the connector rod to pivot in a second plane, approximately orthogonal to the first plane.

Abstract: A pivotal connection includes a pin through a bore in a carrier having an annular flange and annular groove at opposite ends, and opposing annular bearings having relative rotatable components fitted around the pin within the bore and abutting opposite sides of an annular member in the bore such that the pin is rotatable relative to the carrier. One bearing abuts a side of the flange and the other bearing is spaced from the groove so as to define an annular gap extending from the groove to the other bearing. The pivotal connection also includes a retainer member disposed in the groove and projecting therefrom and spaced by the gap from the other bearing and a series of shims and spacer positioned around the pin between the retainer member and other bearing so as to fill the gap to impose a predetermined preload on the bearings causing them to clamp therebetween the annular member in the carrier bore.

Abstract: A first link mechanism of a suspension is provided at a rear end portion of a vehicle for connecting a drive wheel to a vehicle body, so that the drive wheel performs vertical movements relative to the vehicle body via the first link mechanism. In addition, a shock absorber is attached to a lower arm of the first link mechanism for resiliently supporting the drive wheel relative to the vehicle body. Furthermore, a second link mechanism is provided on the upper arm and the lower arm of the first link mechanism which performs symmetrically vertical movements relative to the vertical movements of the first link mechanism, and a motor is integrally attached to the second link mechanism, whereby inertia energy resulting from the vertical movements of the drive wheel and inertia energy resulting from the vertical movements of the motor are made to be offset against each other.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle for carrying persons and/or cargo. This vehicle comprises an automotive frame having at least two wheels (2), which are disposed on opposite sides of the vehicle with reference to the longitudinal axis, or substanntially aligned along the longitudinal axis of the vehicle, and are provided with elastic suspensions, which are driven by any type of kinematic system, composed by at least one elastic element (103, 105) of any type. The vehicle is characterized in that the suspensions of the individual wheels are connected with each other by means of any mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical or magnetic system or any combination thereof, at least one elastic element (105) acting thereon, and in that the reaction to the stress exerted by one of the connected wheels transfers, at least partly, a stress on the corresponding connected wheel/s and in that elastic opposing elements (103) are provided on each wheel.

Abstract: A device for assisting in the release of a tandem wheel locking pin from a locking rail of a semi-trailer is disclosed. In a basic embodiment, the device consists of a gripping plate which engages the locking pin release rod of the tandem unit, a helical spring, and a hook plate which engages a frame member of the tandem unit such that tension is maintained on the spring. By locking the brakes of the tandem unit and rocking the trailer, friction between the locking rail and the locking pin is released, and the tension of the spring can pull the pin, at least partially, from the locking rail. An alternate embodiment of the device includes a positioning assist pin which may be placed into the locking rail at the point at which the tandem unit is to be moved to aid in aligning the locking pins at a new location.

Abstract: A suspension system for supporting a front wheel of a vehicle, such as a motorcycle, that includes at least one movement limiting device coupled to a support arm assembly and to a frame. The support arm assembly may support the front wheel and pivot about an axis that is generally orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of a vehicle and generally orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the support arm assembly. The suspension system controls the amount of movement the support arm assembly undergoes about the pivot. The suspension system may be configured to absorb shock encountered in motorcycles having extreme rake.

Abstract: A detachable bicycle is disclosed. The bicycle comprises a front frame section including a first crossbar, a rear frame section including a second crossbar having second fastening means for matingly coupling to first fastening means of the first crossbar when a rear open end of the first crossbar is inserted into the second crossbar, and a fastening mechanism including two ring fasteners. Each ring fastener is operative to fasten front and rear ends of the second crossbar on the open end of the first crossbar. An adverse effect caused by different forces exerted on the frame sections when a drives propels the bicycle by means of pedals can be substantially eliminated by the invention.

Abstract: The invention concerns a bicycle frame (10) comprising a main frame (12), consisting of a seat pipe (24), a down tube (20) and a top tube (18) as well as a rear structure (14) with a pair of chain cross bars (46) and a pair of saddle cross bars (56) which are connected with their rear ends (50, 58) to an end run (54) each for the installation of a rear wheel axis, whereby the chain cross bars (46) are linked with their front ends (18) to a first fixed frame linkage point (40) of a main frame (12) and a see-saw equipped with three see-saw linkage points (60, 66, 68), which are a first see-saw linkage point (60) which is connected with the front ends (60) of the seat cross bars (56), a second see-saw linkage point (66) that is linked pivotally to a second fixed frame linkage point (42) of the main frame (12) and a third see-saw linkage point (68) that is pivotally connected with a first end (70) of a spring cushioning element (72).

Abstract: A universal trailer-hitch mirror system has an attachment configuration (1, 20) with a system fastener that includes a suction cup (2), a tailgate hook (3) and a base (4) for fastening the attachment configuration universally to a support object that is accessible for support of a system mirror (7) for mirror viewing of tow components (18) of a tow vehicle and trailer components (19) of a trailerable vehicle with the tow vehicle being within hitching-steerable proximity to the trailerable vehicle. The system mirror can be positioned for viewing from either a rearview mirror (14) or a side-view mirror (22). A mirror holder (5, 21) is attached orientationally to the attachment configuration with an orientation controller (6). The system mirror is attached orientationally to the mirror holder with a system-mirror joint (8).

Abstract: A folding frame type tandem stroller includes at least one side step and a side portion of the folding frame is configured to provide a side access region to the rear seat. A canopy rod actuated locking assembly locks a stroller folding frame in an open position. A front seat tray is pivotable in two directions and a canopy rod assembly is retractable to facilitate a compact folded size of a stroller.

Abstract: A wheelchair has a primary articulated member and at least one secondary articulated member, a primary sensor for detecting the position of the primary member, a secondary sensor for detecting the position of the secondary member, and a controller capable of articulating the secondary articulated member as a function of the movement of the primary articulated member.

Abstract: An airbag housing having elastically deflectable mounting tabs is disclosed. The mounting tabs allow for positionable attachment of an airbag module to a vehicle structural member. The mounting tabs may be defined by U-shaped slots in the airbag housing. The semi-flexible mounting tabs deflect during attachment of the airbag module to the steering wheel to provide good fit and finish between an associated decorative airbag cover and the steering wheel. The mounting tabs may also include attachment members to provide attachment location for coupling the airbag housing to the vehicle structural member.

Abstract: An automobile pillar air bag device provided along the roof side rail protects a passenger from impact during a broadside collision. The automobile pillar air bag device includes: a bag, a sensor, and a gas supply section for injecting gas into an air bag. Further included is a pillar trim deviation-prevention mechanism that includes a strap. Both ends of the strap being connected with the front pillar and the pillar trim by screws. The strap connects the front pillar and an upper portion of the pillar trim. Also, a connection member is bound with the screws. Additionally, the connection member arranged at the front pillar side of the strap is formed integrally with a fixing boss for the front pillar and is coupled to a supporting piece cut out and separated from the fixing boss when the bag is expanded.

Abstract: An assembly consists of a gas bag module (16; 16′; 116; 216; 316; 416; 516; 616) and a vehicle body part (10; 510) including a ventilation channel (34; 134; 234; 334; 434; 534; 634) for ventilating a front windscreen. The ventilation channel is arranged between the front windscreen (12; 112; 212; 312; 412; 512; 612) and the gas bag module. The gas bag module (16; 16′; 116; 216; 316; 416; 516; 616) has a gas bag (52; 52′; 52″; 152; 252; 352; 452; 552; 652) folded to form a gas bag package and a gas lance (54; 54′; 54″; 154; 254; 354; 454; 554; 454″; 654) through which gas can be directed into the gas bag. The gas bag module has an ejection opening (50; 50′; 50″; 150; 250; 350; 450) through which the gas bag can be ejected on inflation.

Abstract: An airbag module is provided. The module includes a housing, an inflator, an inflatable cushion, a vent aperture defined in the housing, and a gas deflecting member. The vent aperture places the interior of the housing in fluid communication with the exterior of the housing. The vent aperture is offset from exhaust ports of the inflator. The gas deflecting member is movable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, a first portion of the deflecting member deflects a first amount of the inflation gas to the exterior of the housing. In the second position, a second portion of the deflecting member deflects the inflation gas towards the inflatable cushion. A second amount of the inflation gas is ventable from the housing through the vent aperture when the deflecting member is in the second position.

Abstract: An air bag module, having a housing with at least one vent opening; an inflatable cushion being stored in an un-deployed position in the housing; an inflator for inflating the inflatable cushion, the inflator being in fluid communication with the inflatable cushion; a deployable member being configured to cover the at least one vent opening; a tether element being secured to the inflatable cushion at one end and the deployable member at the other; an actuator adapted to restrain or release the tether element wherein the deployable member is pulled away from the at least one vent opening when the actuator releases the tether, the at least one vent opening is in fluid communication with the inflatable cushion when the deployable member is pulled away.

Abstract: An inflatable element in the form of a tension tube, and method of making same. The method involves forming a tube by a knitting process, then heatsetting the tube whilst simultaneously maintaining it under lengthwise tension. The tension in the tube is maintained during cooling of the tube. An option relaxation stage may also be included.

Abstract: A passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to the invention has an excellent effect in that lower limbs of the vehicle occupant can be successfully held even during a frontal offset impact or an oblique impact. The passenger protection apparatus includes a pair of active knee bolsters provided in an instrument panel or at a vicinity thereof, each bolster being capable of restraining a corresponding lower limb of a passenger; a detector which, at a time of a collision, can detect a direction thereof; and a controller which, in accordance with the detection, can control the active knee bolsters independently from each other.

Abstract: A suspension for a vehicle is provided. The suspension includes, for example, a frame and a releasable locking assembly. The releasable locking assembly has, for example, a first assembly movably coupled to the frame, a second assembly movably coupled to the frame, and wherein movement of the frame relative to the first and second assemblies causes the first and second assemblies to engage each other to limit further movement of the frame in at least a first direction.

Abstract: An impact absorption type steering column apparatus for a vehicle includes a car body securing bracket taking substantially an L-shape as viewed from its side. The car body securing bracket is constructed so that a bent portion and a couple of plate-shaped support wall portions are disposed at the rear side of the vehicle on the car body securing portion, and a couple of column fastening fixation portions are disposed at the front side of the vehicle on these plate-shaped support wall portions. With this layout, when a secondary collision happens, the support wall portions of the car body securing bracket and the column fastening fixation portions start moving in the direction of their rotating about the bent portion as a fulcrum, however, this direction is substantially the horizontal direction and is substantially coincident with an input direction (substantially the horizontal direction) of a load of impact from a driver.

Abstract: A new and useful belt-tensioning device for an occupant restraint is provided, designed to tension a belt (102) about an occupant at the onset of a vehicle collision, and to provide a measure of controlled force dissipation as the occupant loads the belt during the collision. In a preferred form, a tensioning member (122) moves in one direction (124) to tighten a belt about a vehicle occupant at the onset of a collision, and a braking device (130a, 130b) is configured to apply a controlled braking force to movement of the tensioning member in the opposite direction after the tensioning member has tightened the belt about the vehicle occupant. An array of braking members (130a, 130b) applies different levels of braking force to movement of the tensioning member in the opposite direction, thereby providing controlled braking force to movement of the tensioning member in the opposite direction.

Abstract: A fender for a motor vehicle, such as a motorcycle, having a tank for containing fluids, such as oil. The fender limits the amount of materials thrown by a rear wheel of the motor vehicle onto a rider and provides a reservoir for fluids used by the engine. The fender also increases the amount of free space located under the seat and proximate to an engine of the motor vehicle, thereby enabling engine components to be placed under the seat in a more protected position.

Abstract: Gift card forms and methods of making and using gift card forms are disclosed. The gift card form permits uniquely messaging each gift card. An appropriate gift card form can be printed at a time after manufacturing to allow a vendor to personalize the gift card. Additionally, order information, such as billing information, can be printed on the gift card form at the same time that the gift card is personalized. The gift card form can be kept as a record with the order information.

Abstract: A label for use as an in-mold label and including a radio frequency identification device (RFID) is disclosed. The label includes an RFID having opposed first and second surfaces; a first layer of heat-activated adhesive disposed on the first surface of the RFID; a second layer of heat-activated adhesive disposed on the second surface of the RFID; and a surface layer comprising a polymeric film disposed on a surface of the first layer of heat-activated adhesive opposite the first surface of the RFID. The label is placed in a mold with the surface layer contacting the mold. A polymer is molded in the mold such that the second layer of heat-activated adhesive (or a surface layer over the second layer of heat-activated adhesive) adheres to the polymer thereby producing a labeled article that can be identified using the radio frequency identification device in the label.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pipe coupling, which enables pipes to be assembled with the pipe coupling by an one-touch operation while maintaining the liquid-tightness at jointing portions. In the pipe coupling, a connection tube has holding shoulders formed at opposite predetermined inner portions of the connection tube and maximum diameter portions formed at both side portions of the connection tube outside of the holding shoulders. The connection tube has an inner diameter decreasing in a direction toward both mouths of the connection tube from the maximum diameter portions. Snap rings is inserted inside of the mouths of the connection tube in a compressed state. Each of packing members is tightly disposed in each of the maximum diameter portions. Jaw couplings are inserted in the mouths of the connection tube and each of the jaw couplings is assembled with a plurality of fixing jaws and having engaging protuberances. The fixing jaws are arranged in a circumferential direction of each of the jaw couplings.

Abstract: A conduit sealing system for effectively sealing a conduit member within an object the conduit member passes through. The conduit sealing system includes a coupler member having a first threaded portion and a second threaded portion, a first retainer member threadably connected to the first threaded portion, a second retainer member threadably connected to the second threaded portion, and a seal member positioned within the coupler member for sealing about a conduit member or cable.

Abstract: The connection device (101, 201) according to the invention has a locking head (109, 209) that can be locked to an opening (8) of a container wall (3). A clamping device (123, 223) is also provided on the corresponding coupling piece (5), which serves to tighten the head (109, 209) locked to the container wall (3) without a rotational movement against the container wall (3). The clamping device (123, 223) can be designed as a wedge-clamping device (142, 242). The latter permits generation of large clamping forces with small operating forces. The clamping device (142, 242) is preferably secured by a locking device (253), so that vibration-proof connection resistant to temperature changes is achieved during simple assembly.