Abstract: A cooling plant for cooling one or more switch cabinets. According to this invention, a large heat exchanger or several small heat exchangers operating in parallel are housed in a heat exchanger cabinet, wherein an inner space of the heat exchanger cabinet is coupled to a central air-conditioning device supplying cold air to a double bottom by an air inlet in the cabinet bottom and an air outlet of the double bottom. The cold air fed to the heat exchanger cabinet goes through the large heat exchanger or the small heat exchangers and cools the coolant flowing therein. The water supply and the water return of the large heat exchanger or the small heat exchangers are connected to the feed line and the return line of the switch cabinets that are to be cooled. This simple construction makes it possible to easily adapt the efficiency of cooling and the capacity to the variable number of switch cabinets.

Abstract: A method and device for reducing sulfidation corrosion and depositional fouling in heat transfer components within a refining or petrochemical facility is disclosed. The heat transfer components are formed from a corrosion and fouling resistant steel composition containing a Cr-enriched layer and having a surface roughness of less than 40 micro inches (1.1 ?m).

Abstract: A heat dissipating device includes: a plurality of conduits stacked one above the other, each of the conduits including upper and lower halves, each including a base wall with two opposite end portions and an intermediate portion, a flange that extends from the base wall and that cooperates with the base wall to define a chamber half therebetween, and two protrusions that protrude respectively and outwardly of the chamber half from the end portions of the base wall, the protrusions being formed with a through-hole and being connected respectively to the protrusions of adjacent upper and lower halves of adjacent conduits; and a plurality of heat dissipating fin units, each is disposed between and is in contact with two adjacent ones of the conduits.

Abstract: A tank for use in a system that outputs a liquid at a user defined constant temperature in order to regulate the temperature of a piece of equipment includes a body of material having a top wall and a plurality of other walls which collectively define a chamber for receiving and storing the liquid. The top wall of the body of material has a manual fill port for pouring new fluid into the chamber and one of the other walls includes an outlet port for discharging fluid stored in the chamber. An auxiliary port is located on the manual fill port and a return fluid port is located on the auto refill port. The body of material further includes a well which extends down into the chamber from an opening in top wall of the tank and which can be removed. The well is sized to accommodate a deionizer cartridge. When the well is removed, either a heater or an immersion pump can be disposed within the chamber.

Abstract: An evaporator 1 comprises a heat exchange core 4 having heat exchange tubes 12 in groups 13, a refrigerant inlet header 5 and a refrigerant outlet header 6 which are arranged toward one end of each of the heat exchange tubes 12, and a refrigerant inflow header 9 and a refrigerant outflow header 11 which are arranged toward the other end of each heat exchange tube 12. The outflow header 11 has its interior divided by a flow dividing control wall 52 into two spaces 11a, 11b arranged one above the other. The inflow header 9 and the lower space 11b of the outflow header 11 are held in communication each at one end thereof. The control wall 52 has a plurality of refrigerant passing holes 53 arranged at a spacing longitudinally thereof.

Abstract: A controller area network based climate control system for a work machine, and a method of operation of the same, which advantageously and economically integrates into and utilizes the resources and capabilities of a CAN of a work machine, including, but not limited to, shared data from other systems of the machine, particularly engine data including engine operating speed and temperature, for controlling climate control system operation, as well as for troubleshooting and diagnosing problems.

Abstract: Bypass valves and heat exchangers employing same are shown where the bypass valves cause the flow through the heat exchangers to be short-circuited under certain temperature conditions. The heat exchangers are formed of stacked plate pairs or tubes having enlarged communicating distal end portions forming inlet and outlet manifolds. The bypass valves can be plugged in where desired between the enlarged distal end portions to produce bypass flow between the inlet and outlet manifolds. The bypass valves include a housing which can be brazed in place during brazing of the heat exchanger. The housing has inlet and outlet openings in communication with the respective inlet and outlet manifolds for bypass flow therebetween. A removable temperature responsive actuator is located in the housing for blocking and unblocking the bypass flow through the valve.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for sealing an annular space between a tubular element (7) extending into a wellbore (1) and a cylindrical wall (1b) surrounding the tubular element, wherein a control line (18) for controlling a downhole device (12, 13, 14, 15) extends in longitudinal direction along the tubular element. The system comprises an annular seal layer (20) extending around the tubular element (7), the seal layer having an inner surface provided with a recess (40) for radially receiving the control line. The seal layer is provided with a longitudinal slit (31) defining a pair of opposite longitudinal edges (32, 34) which are movable relative to each other between an open position wherein the seal layer can be radially applied to the tubular element, and a closed position wherein the seal layer extends around the tubular element.

Abstract: A plunger for an artificial lift system and embodiment of the plunger includes a solid body adapted to travel within a production string positioned in a wellbore. At least one sealing ring connected about the body. The at least one sealing ring having an inner surface, an outer surface, a width and a thickness. The width is sufficient such that when the body is disposed in the production string the outer surface contacts and substantially forms a seal between the body and an inner wall of the production string. The at least one sealing ring having an outside diameter greater than the inner diameter of the production tubing within which the body is adapted to travel such that when the body is disposed within the production string an interference fit causes the sealing rings to roll-form into a constricted shape and diameter that exerts the sealing contact with the production string.

Abstract: A zone isolation assembly (22) for a subsurface well (12) having a surface region (32), a first zone (26) and a second zone (28) includes a docking receiver (48) and a docking apparatus (50). The docking apparatus (50) is selectively moved relative to the docking receiver (48) between a disengaged position and an engaged position. In the disengaged position, the first zone (26) is in fluid communication with the second zone (28). In the engaged position, the first zone (26) is not substantially in fluid communication with the second zone (28) during movement of a fluid between the first zone (26) and the surface region (32). The docking apparatus (50) can be maintained in the engaged position substantially by a force of gravity. The zone isolation assembly (22) can include a two-valve, two-line pump assembly (54) that pumps the fluid out of the first zone (26) while the docking apparatus (50) is in the engaged position.

Abstract: A spooled tubing unit is provided which permits simultaneous translation and rotation of continuous tubing to drill or conduct other downhole operations in a borehole in subterranean formations.

Abstract: A method of determining a fluid inflow profile along the length of a permeable inflow region of an underground wellbore comprising: transferring heat into or from the permeable inflow region of the wellbore during a well shut period; starting production of hydrocarbon fluids via the permeable inflow region; measuring substantially simultaneously the temperature of the fluids at various points of the inflow region; determining at selected intervals of time after production start up a temperature profile of the inflow region on the basis of the thus measured temperatures; and determining a fluid inflow profile of the inflow region on the basis of a comparison of the determined temperature profiles at selected intervals after production start up. The heater cable may have a layer of compacted mineral powder and temperatures may be measured with an optical fiber.

Abstract: A zone isolation assembly array (794) for a well (712) includes a first zone isolation assembly (722A) and a second zone isolation assembly (722B). The first zone isolation assembly (722A) selectively inhibits fluid communication between a first zone (726) and a second zone (728) of the well (712). The second zone isolation assembly (722B) can be positioned between the first zone isolation assembly (722A) and a surface region (32) of the well (712) in an in-line manner. The second zone isolation assembly (722B) selectively inhibits fluid communication between the second zone (728) and a third zone (796) of the well (712). In another embodiment, the zone isolation assembly array (794) includes a first docking receiver (748A), a second docking receiver (748B), a first docking apparatus (750A) and a second docking apparatus (750B). The docking receivers (748A, 748B) can be positioned in an in-line manner. The second docking apparatus (750B) is coupled to the first docking apparatus (750A).

Abstract: A docking receiver (48) for a subsurface well (12) having a fluid inlet structure (29), a riser pipe (30) and a docking apparatus (50) includes an upper section (372A) and a lower section (374A). The upper section (372A) is secured to the riser pipe (30). The lower section (374A) is secured to the fluid inlet structure (29). The lower section (374A) receives the docking apparatus (50) into an engaged position wherein fluid communication between a first zone (26) and a second zone (28) of the well (12) is inhibited. The lower section (374A) includes a contact surface (376A) and a distal region (377A). The contact surface (376A) contacts the docking apparatus (50) when the docking apparatus (50) is in the engaged position. The distal region (377A) is positioned more distally from a surface region (32) of the well (12) than the contact surface. The lower section (374A) can have a lower inner diameter (380UD, 380LD) that varies within the distal region (377A).

Abstract: Methods are given for making scale inhibitors, that were previously incompatible with fluids containing fluoride ion, compatible with fluids containing fluoride ion. Examples of such scale inhibitors include phosphonates and phosphino-polycarboxylates. The method is replacing alkali metal and alkaline earth metal cations, present in salts or bases, or as counter ions of the scale inhibitors, with hydrogen or ammonium ions. Methods of inhibiting scale formation and of dissolving scales are also given.

Abstract: A method of initiating fluid circulation in a well bore with a casing inner diameter and an annulus is provided. The method includes increasing the casing inner diameter fluid pressure at the top of the well bore; flowing a cement composition into the casing inner diameter at the top of the well bore; maintaining a difference in pressure between the fluid pressure of the casing inner diameter and the fluid pressure of the annulus until enough of the cement composition has entered the casing inner diameter to drive fluid circulation by the added cement composition weight; reducing the casing inner diameter fluid pressure at the top of the well bore while flowing a further portion of cement composition into the casing inner diameter; and pumping at a relatively higher fluid pressure the cement composition from the casing inner diameter into the annulus through a lower end of the casing.

Abstract: A cement float collar is disclosed that can be positioned downhole and used in a wellbore completion operation after drilling a well-bore with casing. A wellbore drilling and completion method is also disclosed. The cement float collar is made for pumping downhole and into engagement with a groove formed in the casing, called the profile nipple. As such, no restriction is needed in the casing for accepting or latching the float collar and the portion of casing including the groove can be installed at the start of the drilling operation. In addition, the profile nipple can be used to engage other drilling tools and, therefore, can already be in place when the final well depth (TD) is reached.

Abstract: A consolidation agent for moulded articles and geological formations from porous or particulate materials, containing a hydrolysate or precondensate of (a) at least one organosilane of the general formula (I) RnSiX4-n ??(I) in which the radicals R are identical or different and are not hydrolytically removable groups, the radicals X are identical or different and are hydrolytically removable groups or hydroxyl groups, and n is 1, 2 or 3, and optionally (b) at least one hydrolyzable silane of the general formula (II) SiX4 ??(II) in which the radicals X have the meaning defined above.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems, methods and devices for selectively firing a gun train formed of a plurality of guns. Conventionally, the guns each include a detonator assembly that detonates upon receiving a firing signal transmitted by a surface source. In one embodiment of the present invention, an operator provided in the gun train selectively couples one or more of the guns to the signal transmission medium. The operator has an safe state wherein the operator isolates the gun from the firing signal and an armed state wherein the operator enable the transmission of the firing signal to the gun. A control signal is used to move operator between the safe state and the armed state. In some embodiments, two or more guns are each provided with a separate operator. In other embodiments, one operator can selectively engage two or more guns.

Abstract: A system and method for increasing hydrocarbon production from a subsurface reservoir by utilizing an intersection of two well bores and a flexible linear cutting device, such as a segmented diamond wire saw, to form a fissure beginning at the intersection of the well bores and extending along a specified the length of the well bores. The ends of the cutting device can be actuated above ground. The shape of the fissure can be a substantially ruled surface defined between the two bores between which the fissure is formed. Configurations for the well bores include both bores extending from the surface and, alternatively, a first bore extending from the surface and a second bore extending from a whipstock in the first bore. The fissure may be located and oriented to maximize the extent of the fissure formed within the hydrocarbon bearing horizon and to intersect with a maximum number of natural and/or previously formed fractures.

Abstract: A method of fracking multiple laterals sequentially is described. It allows the drilling rig to be moved off site as the laterals are fracked. Thereafter, they can all be produced simultaneously. The laterals begin from a main lateral that is already oriented in the producing zone and preferably exit in a coplanar manner so as to extend immediately into the producing formation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for enhancing the recovery of gas in a perforated interval of a gas well. The system features a tubing string having a dead string attached for reducing the flow area of the annulus in the perforated interval, thereby reducing the critical velocity of the gas, i.e., the velocity required to overcome backpressure due to fluids in the well column. The system includes a ported member for receiving gas from the annulus into the tubing string. The ported member and the dead string are isolated from each other by a retrievable plug. The disclosed system provides access from the surface through the dead string for diagnostic or corrective operations. The system also provides delivery of reagents such as foamers to the perforated region to further reduce the critical velocity.

Abstract: A system for pumping multiphase fluids includes a phase separator (14), a gas-gas jet pump (30) and a liquid pump (36). The phase separator (14) receives a LP multiphase fluid and separates a LP gas phase and a LP liquid phase from the LP multiphase fluid. The gas-gas jet pump (30) receives the LP gas phase from the phase separator (14) and a HP gas supply from a sustainable gas source, and has an outlet providing outlet gas at a pressure higher than that of the LP gas phase. The liquid pump (36) receives the LP liquid phase from the phase separator (14), and has an outlet providing outlet liquid at a pressure higher than that of the LP liquid phase.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for connecting a tubular to a tubular string are provided. In one embodiment, an apparatus suitable for engaging, compensating, and connecting a tubular includes one or more compensating pistons, an engaging assembly for engaging a tubular, and a connector for connecting the engaging assembly to the one or more compensating pistons while allowing for rotation of the tubular relative to the compensation pistons.

Abstract: A low-pressure wellhead system with tubular heads and mandrels secured independently using threaded unions. A casing mandrel is secured to a wellhead by a first threaded union. Likewise, a tubing head spool is secured to the casing mandrel using a threaded union. A tubing hanger is also secured to the tubing head spool using a threaded union. An adapter flange may also be secured to the tubing hanger by a threaded union. Because this low-pressure wellhead is faster and easier to assemble and provides full bore access, there is less rig downtime, thus rendering the well completion process faster and more economical.

Abstract: A borehole entry apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus includes a dual entry apparatus for use in borehole entry applications, such as slick line and/or wireline (electric wireline) applications. Exemplary embodiments of this invention enable first and second borehole entry apparatuses, such as slick line and wireline tool assemblies, to be simultaneously coupled to a well head. Use of the invention tends to advantageously save rig time and thus reduce the cost of slick line and wireline operations, in particular on a deep-water offshore drilling rig.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for installing control lines and pipe into a well. The pipe-holding spider that is normally mounted on the rig floor is supported by a table elevated above the rig floor. Supporting the spider on an elevated table provides personnel with access to a portion of the length of the pipe string below the elevated spider and above the rig floor for applying a fastener to secure the control line to the pipe string. The control line is supplied from above the spider and is positioned by a control line guide supported on the spider or a sleeve to pass through the spider outside the path of the pipe gripping members, such as slips.

Abstract: A method of lining a drilled bore comprises running an expandable first tubular into a bore and locating a portion of the first tubular in an unlined section of the bore and another portion of the first tubular overlapping a portion of an existing second tubular. The first tubular is secured relative to the second tubular while retaining the provision of fluid outlets to permit displacement of fluid from an annulus between the first tubular and the bore wall. An expansion device is then run through the first tubular to expand the first tubular to a larger diameter. Cement is then circulated into the annulus between the expanded first tubular and the bore wall. The fluid outlets are then closed.

Abstract: The present invention provides apparatus and methods for completing a wellbore using expandable tubulars. Particularly, the invention relates to a system of completing a wellbore through the expansion of tubulars. More particularly, embodiments of the present invention relate to the concurrent expansion of a first and second tubular, wherein the first tubular contains a polished bore receptacle configured to sealingly receive a portion of the second tubular thereby providing a sealable connection therebetween.

Abstract: System and method for cementing through a safety valve. A system includes a flow passage, closure mechanism, opening prong repeatedly displaceable to thereby repeatedly operate the closure mechanism open and closed, and a latching device initially maintaining the opening prong positioned isolating the closure mechanism from the flow passage, and releasing the latching device permits the opening prong to open and close the closure mechanism while it is exposed to the flow passage. A method includes the steps of: latching an opening prong so that a closure mechanism is open and is isolated from a flow passage; releasing the opening prong so that the closure mechanism is closed and is exposed to the flow passage; and displacing the opening prong to a position in which the closure mechanism is open and is exposed to the flow passage.

Abstract: The Extended Life System to Protect a Home/Structure from Burning in a Wildfire/Forest Fire consists of a 1700+ gallon water tank (1), a standby generator (2) operating off a fuel supply of natural gas (17) or propane (17) a power transfer (3), a self priming water pump (4), a pressure booster (at least one, more if needed) (5), water lines (6), fixed, directional sprayer heads (7), temperature/smoke sensors (hereafter referred to as sensors) (8), a manual on/off switch (9), and an automatic on switch (10) The system will be a permanent fixture which will allow for the safety of a home/structure (hereafter referred to as structure) at all times, even if the owner of said structure is not available to turn the system on. The system will utilize the existing water supply (12) of any particular structure to keep the water tank full before and during use.

Abstract: A fire extinguisher comprising a deployable flexible frame and a fire resistant material mounted to the flexible frame for being applied on a fire for extinguishment thereof. A fire extinguisher kit comprising the foregoing material that is mountable to the foregoing frame. The fire resistant material can be in the form of a towel that is mounted to the frame. Upon discovery of a fire, the fire extinguisher can be pulled out of its container and can immediately deploy, a handle allows the user to place the fire extinguisher over the burning object such as a pan, an additional material may hang from the frame to securely surround the object. When not in use the fire extinguisher may be foldably inserted into its container.

Abstract: A fire extinguishing apparatus and method are proposed, comprising: a container configured to receive and retain a fire extinguishing agent; a pressure generator coupled to the container to have a generated pressure act upon the fire extinguishing agent to expel the fire extinguishing agent over an expel-exit of the container. Due to a separator which is placed within the container so that the fire extinguishing agent and the pressure generator are separated, it is advantageously possible to provide a pressure effect on the extinguishing agent without any risks of mixing a pressurized gas from the pressure generator and the extinguishing agent, especially by the ignition phase of the pressure generator, wherein only the extinguishing agent has to be expelled out of the container. Furthermore some means related to the separator will be proposed for improving the expelling of the extinguishing agent out of container.

Abstract: A power driver may include a housing, a tool chuck and a power take off mechanism. The tool chuck may have an input shaft mounted for rotation on the housing. The input shaft may support threaded chuck jaws. A chuck actuating shaft may be mounted for rotation on the input shaft. The chuck actuating shaft may be screw coupled to the threaded chuck jaws. The power take off mechanism may be connected to the tool chuck. The power take off mechanism may be adjustable into a DRILL DRIVE MODE to rotationally drive the input shaft and the chuck actuating shaft together as a unit, and a CHUCK MODE to rotationally drive the chuck actuating shaft relative to the input shaft. The power take off mechanism may be internal of the housing. The power take off mechanism in the CHUCK MODE may rotationally fix the input shaft to the housing.

Abstract: A pneumatic hammer drill includes: a pneumatic cylinder having a cylinder rear end fitted in a handle body, an air passage, and a pressure chamber; and an air valve adjacent to the cylinder rear end. The air valve has a front bearing end, a valve orifice interconnecting fluidly the air passage and the pressure chamber, and an opening disposed at the front bearing end in communication with the valve orifice. A piston is disposed slidably in the pressure chamber, and has a piston rear end capable of moving towards or away from the front bearing end. An air trap arrangement is associated with the piston rear end and the front bearing end to trap air between the same and around the opening so as to provide a shock-absorbing air cushion when the piston rear end moves towards the front bearing end.

Abstract: It is an object of the invention to provide an effective technique for improving the durability of a torque limiter utilized in a power tool. The object is achieved by a representative power tool comprising a tool bit, a driving mechanism and a torque limiter. The torque limiter includes first and second rotating members, a ball, a pressing member and an elastic member. The second rotating member includes a power transmitting region with a groove continuously formed from a deepest groove part to a shallowest groove part to allow torque transmission and a power transmission interrupted region with a groove shallower than the shallowest groove part of the power transmitting region to interrupts the torque transmission. According to this construction, when the ball is in the power transmitting region, the pressing member contacts the first rotating member and is held in a position in which the biasing force of the elastic member is prevented from acting upon the ball.

Abstract: A pneumatic hammer drill includes a handle body, a pneumatic cylinder, a piston, and a shock-absorbing sleeve. The pneumatic cylinder has a cylinder rear end fitted in the handle body, a front tool-connecting end, and a pressure chamber. The piston is disposed slidably in the pressure chamber. A tool is inserted into the pressure chamber through the front tool-connecting end. A spring element is attached to the front tool-connecting end, and has a spring end connected to the tool for pulling the same rearwardly. The shock-absorbing sleeve is made of a resilient material, is inserted into the front tool-connecting end around the tool, and has a front end to abut against the tool when the tool is pulled rearwardly.

Abstract: A shock attenuating coupling device is provided for a rotary impact tool for drivingly connecting a hammer mechanism to a drive anvil. The shock attenuating coupling device includes a first coupling member, a second coupling member, and a body of resilient material. The first coupling member has a longitudinal drive portion with an input end configured to couple for rotation with a hammer mechanism and an output end with a first jaw portion. The second coupling member has an output end configured to couple for rotation with a drive anvil and an input end with a second jaw portion configured to cooperate in longitudinally overlapping and circumferentially spaced-apart relation with the first jaw portion. The body of resilient material is interposed between the first jaw portion and the second jaw portion. A rotary impact tool with the shock attenuating coupling device is also provided.

Abstract: A power hand tool includes a housing for holding a motor therein, a transmission gear set coupled to an output shaft of the motor, a first power transmission member coupled to an output gear of the transmission gear set, a second power transmission member which is rotatably mounted in the housing and coupled to the first power transmission member for synchronous rotation when it is axially inwardly pressed, and a spring member for pushing the second power transmission member away from the first power transmission member for enabling the first power transmission member to run idle.

Abstract: Providing a harness wire cover flexible in 3-dimensional directions, a harness wire cover is structured by connecting a first connecting member and a second connecting member alternatively into one another where the first connecting member and the second connecting member have respectively a first joint for engaging the first and second connecting members rotatably in a circumference direction of the harness wire cover and a second joint for engaging them rotatable in an axial direction of the harness wire cover. The first joint includes one wall of the first connecting member and the other wall of the second connecting member, a first pin, and an oval hole engaged with the first pin. The second joint portion includes one pair of walls of the first connecting member and the other pair of walls of the second connecting member, a second pin, and a hole engaged with the second pin.

Abstract: A method and associated equipment for replacing existing overhead transmission line conductors with new ones while the transmission line remains in service and carrying power. The invention uses the old conductor to pull the new conductor through a series of sheaves installed at the bottom of each tower insulator. Conventional tension-stringing principles are used to assure that both the old and new conductors maintain a safe distance from ground. To achieve this, both the pulling and tensioning (braking) equipment, as well as supply and take-up reels or drums may be elevated to power line voltage and the current is transferred between new conductor and old, while in transit to the line, by means of a brush system and a conducting wheel which may or may not be integral with pulling and tensioning equipment.

Abstract: A keyless entry device includes a rear casing having a first surface extending along a periphery of the rear casing member, an electronic circuit located in the rear casing member and including comprising a substrate and switching elements supported on the substrate, a front casing including a second surface facing the first surface and extending along a periphery of the rear casing member having button apertures aligned with a switching element. A seal element of compressible elastic material includes a peripheral flange comprising multiple protrusions located between the first surface and the second surface, the protrusions producing elastic preloaded contact between the front and rear casing members when the device is assembled, and pedestals aligned with a button aperture and a switching element. Button caps are aligned with a button aperture and located above one of the pedestals.

Abstract: Disclosed are electric cables with improved armor wires used with wellbore devices to analyze geologic formations adjacent a wellbore. The cables include at least one insulated conductor, and one or more armor wires surrounding the insulated conductor. The armor wires include a low density core surrounded by a corrosion resistant alloy clad, where the alloy clad includes such alloys as beryllium-copper based alloys, nickel-chromium based alloys, superaustenitic stainless steel alloys, nickel-cobalt based alloys, nickel-molybdenum-chromium based alloys, and the like. The low density core may be based upon titanium or titanium alloys. The cables of the invention may be any useful electric cable design, including monocables, quadcables, heptacables, quadcables, slickline cables, multiline cables, coaxial cables, or seismic cables.

Abstract: An electrical cord which comprises electrical conductors bundled together and electrically insulated from one another to prevent shorting therebetween and having an outer body applied around the cord. The outer body has a series of sections that sequentially follow one another along a length dimension of the cord, with each section comprising a body material that is sufficiently rigid to prevent the body material from being bent by a child during normal use or play. The cord is bendable between the rigid sections.

Abstract: A device for receiving and organizing twisted pairs of conductors from a cable having a plurality of twisted pairs of conductors includes a block with upper and lower surfaces, first and second opposing end walls that define a longitudinal axis, and first and second opposing side walls. The block further comprises at least one aperture extending from the upper surface toward the lower surface, the aperture being sized and configured to receive each of the plurality of twisted pairs of a cable. Each of the side walls includes at least one open-ended slot opening downwardly, each of the slots being sized and configured to receive a respective twisted pair of conductors. In this configuration, the device can facilitate termination of twisted pair conductors onto IDCs or the like and can provide a termination with less dimensional variation (and, in turn, less variation in electrical performance) than prior termination devices.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing system equipped with a modular cord set for powering an electrically-operated dispensing module of the system. The cord set includes a plug removably inserted into receptacle extending through a manifold of the system. The manifold heats and supplies liquid to the dispensing module. When the plug is positioned in the receptacle, electrical contacts on the plug are coupled with corresponding electrical contacts on the dispensing module. The cord set and dispensing module can be independently disconnected from the manifold without disturbing each other.

Abstract: An insulator for a post capable of being configured to a plurality of configurations and methods for using the insulator.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an implant able insulated electrical circuit that utilizes polyparaxylylene, preferably as Parylene, a known polymer that has excellent living tissue implant characteristics, to provide for chronic implantation of conductive electrical devices, such as stimulators and sensors. The device is thin, flexible, electrically insulated, and stable after long exposure to living tissue. Layers of Parylene may be combined with layers of a polymer, such as polyimide, to yield greater design flexibility in the circuit. Multiple electrical conduction layers may be stacked in the circuit to increase packing density.

Abstract: A multilayer substrate having a built-in chip-type electronic component includes a ceramic laminate having a plurality of ceramic layers, a chip-type electronic component disposed in the ceramic laminate and having an external terminal electrode, and a via conductor disposed in the ceramic layers in the lamination direction. The external terminal electrode of the chip-type electronic component is connected to the via conductor, and a connection step is provided in at least one of the upper and lower end surfaces of the via conductor.

Abstract: A power device that includes a printed circuit board having one or more dielectric and copper layers between a top and a bottom metal layer. The power device includes an area extending through all metal and dielectric layers of the printed circuit board except the bottom metal layer. A semiconductor device is positioned within the area and mounted to the bottom metal layer of the printed circuit board.