Abstract: An apparatus for a person with a stoma is disclosed. The apparatus includes a substantially waterproof garment having a sealed area defined by a boundary, such that the stoma is located within the boundary. The boundary is in sealed engagement with the person. The sealed area of the waterproof garment defines an opening near the stoma. The apparatus also includes an air tube received in the opening. The air tube includes an interior portion located inwardly of the opening and an exterior portion located outwardly of the opening. The interior portion of the air tube is received in the stoma. A flange located on the interior portion. A nut threadably engages a threaded portion of the exterior portion to urge the flange against the waterproof garment surrounding the opening, thereby forming a seal between the air tube and the opening in the waterproof garment. A flexible air hose is also provided.

Abstract: An inflatable balloon cuff may be adapted to seal a patient's trachea via a mucoadhesive coating when associated with an endotracheal tube. The mucoadhesive seal may enhance a cuffs mechanical pressure seal, or may be used to seal the trachea at very low cuff inflation pressures. Also provided are inflatable balloon cuffs that include agents that may promote tracheal tissue growth and/or regeneration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nasal tube holder comprising a conformable body having a nose section and a forehead section, at least one means for holding at least one nasal tube inserted into a patient's nose to the conformable body, and at least one means for holding the conformable body to a patient's forehead. Also disclosed is a method for securing at least one nasal tube to a patient's nose and forehead.

Abstract: A contraceptive or non-contraceptive diaphragm having a rim surrounding a thin membrane, the membrane having a cervical dome extending downwardly from a posterior portion of the membrane. The rim has a spring member having non-uniform bending characteristics. The shape of the spring member can be contoured to provide a rim that curves slightly upwardly at the anterior end of the diaphragm and slightly downwardly at its posterior end.

Abstract: An anterior support device for use with a dental chair is disclosed which can provide support for a user's torso while he is in a forward leaning position. The anterior support device includes an adapter directly or indirectly secured to the dental chair and a first pivotable connector secured to the adapter. A first movable rod engages the first pivotable connector. The support device further includes a padded rest against which a user can lean his or her torso and a second pivotable connector secured to the padded rest. A second movable rod engages the second pivotable connector and is also rotatably connected to the first movable rod. An actuating mechanism is connected to the first and second movable rods and enables the two rods to be locked in a set position to maintain the padded rest in a desired orientation relative to the dental chair.

Abstract: A tongue retaining system is disclosed herein generally having, in one variation, a two-part system. A covering can be sized to fit at least partially over or upon a tongue of a patient, where the covering has an engagement mechanism positioned thereon. A retaining device, sized to fit within a mouth of the patient, may be positioned upon the teeth and have a corresponding engagement mechanism positioned thereon for temporarily coupling with the engagement mechanism on the covering. Such a system can be used to maintain or hold a natural position of the tongue within the mouth of the patient to maintain patency of the airway passages.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the cigarette making apparatus 10 which may comprise a housing 12 with mechanical and electrical features.

Abstract: This invention is in the field of cosmetics and pertains to the application of mascara onto the eyes. The new mascara brush invention allows mascara to be applied using a motorized applicator to impart the mascara on the eyelashes. This new motorized applicator can rotate and vibrate to allow maximum effect of application with far greater ease.

Abstract: A cosmetics dispenser apparatus includes a base containing a reservoir for housing a product and a lid containing an interior tapered cap. The reservoir includes an upper portion containing a shape opening, and the tapered cap ends in a shaped projection that is sized to fit into the shaped opening of the reservoir. A hinge connects the lid and the base and is pivotable relative to the base between an open position in which the product is accessible, and a closed position. In the closed position the lid seals the reservoir by inserting the shaped projection into the shaped opening in the reservoir and by compressing the tapered cap into the upper portion of the reservoir.

Abstract: To provide an apparatus and a method capable of supplying a gas containing an evaporated reducing organic compound while strictly controlling the flow rate thereof to process a surface of a metal on a substrate without causing any deterioration of various types of films forming a semiconductor element with a simple apparatus configuration. The apparatus includes a process chamber 10 for keeping a substrate W therein, the process chamber 10 being gastight, an evacuation control system 20 for controlling the pressure in the process chamber 10, and a process gas supply system 30 for supplying a process gas containing a reducing organic compound to the process chamber 10.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of reducing nucleic acid contamination on a surface, which comprises the steps of contacting a surface to be decontaminated with a solution of hydrogen peroxide and water; and subsequently wiping the solution from the surface. Preferably, the solution consists essentially of hydrogen peroxide and water. The solution may also be sprayed on a surface, or applied first to a paper towel or the like, and then applied to a surface. The concentration of the hydrogen peroxide solution is dilute. Concentrations of about 0.5% to about 30% are preferred. A concentration of about 3% is most highly preferred.

Abstract: A multi-pin fiber connector cleaning apparatus and method for cleaning and removal of contamination of multi-pin connectors is disclosed. The apparatus and method includes a handle portion, a tool portion, a specially formulated and disposable foam cleaning pad, a cloth cleaning pad and a cloth cleaning pad container. The apparatus is pushed onto ferrules inside a connector shell wherein the contaminants located on the ferrules adhere to the adhesive nature of the cleaning pads which allows all the ferrules in the connector to be clean in one forward movement on to the ferrules and one withdrawing movement away from the ferrules. The tool portion may have various shapes and sizes such as oval, circular, square or other shapes and sizes in order to accommodate the type of connector to be cleaned.

Abstract: A washing machine and a washing control method of the same capable of controlling a degree of application of the machine force at every temperature step according to the selected washing course based on information, such as the amount of load detected in the beginning of washing and the amount of wash water detected by the rise change of the wash water temperature during washing, thereby reducing damage to laundry during washing and accomplishing optimal washing efficiency. The washing control method includes detecting wash water temperature and controlling a motor operation rate or a washing time based on the detected wash water temperature.

Abstract: Provided is an apparatus for cleaning a rubbing-cloth. The apparatus includes a rubbing-cloth fixing unit, a pile removing head, and a transferring unit. The rubbing-cloth fixing unit is fixed to a base body and fixes a rubbing-cloth that is substantially unfolded. The pile removing head is disposed on the rubbing-cloth fixing unit and sucks and removes the piles attached onto the rubbing-cloth. The transferring unit is fixed to the base body and transfers the pile removing head along an upper surface of the rubbing-cloth with respect to the rubbing-cloth fixing unit. Accordingly, particles that are generated when a rubbing-cloth is cut out from a fabric are quickly removed from the rubbing-cloth, so that scratches may be prevented from being generated on an alignment film.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention, a method for cleaning a process chamber includes removing a TiAlN layer from an inner wall of the process chamber using a first cleaning gas containing a TiCl4 gas. According to principles of this invention, dry cleaning, without wet cleaning, is possible for cleaning the process chamber.

Abstract: A method for depositing a metal compound film on the wafer by using a vapor phase deposition apparatus 100, including: forming a thin film on the wafer in an interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100 by introducing a source gas for the metal compound film containing Hf or Zr; unloading the wafer having the metal compound film formed thereon from the interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100; introducing a reactive gas in the interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100 to immobilize the unreacted organic compound 180 derived from the source gas remained in the interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100; loading another wafer in the interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100; and depositing metal compound film on another wafer by further introducing the source gas in the interior of the vapor phase deposition apparatus 100, in the condition that the unreacted organic compound 180 exists therein as an immobilized form, is presented.

Abstract: The substrate treatment method includes: a cleaning step of supplying deionized water to a major surface of a substrate to clean the substrate; a pre-drying treatment step of supplying a pre-drying treatment liquid containing an organic solvent more volatile than the deionized water to the major surface of the substrate after the cleaning step to replace deionized water remaining on the major surface with the pre-drying treatment liquid; and a drying step of removing the pre-drying treatment liquid supplied to the major surface of the substrate after the pre-drying treatment step to dry the substrate.

Abstract: A drum type washing machine includes a rotating drum having a rotating axis in a substantially horizontal direction and sustained rotatably in a tub. The washing machine further includes a motor for driving the rotating drum, a water supply for supplying water into the tub, and a controller for washing, rinsing and liquid-extracting by controlling workings of the motor. The controller of the washing machine washes a laundry by pouring detergent bubbles in the washing process.

Abstract: Disclosed are aqueous conditioning shampoo compositions which comprise an anionic detersive surfactant component; from about 0.025% to about 5% by weight of an water soluble or dispersible, cationic, non crosslinked, deposition or conditioning polymer; the conditioning shampoo may additionally comprise dispersed, liquid, droplets of a water insoluble, hair conditioning agent having a volume average particle diameter of from about 5 microns to about 125 microns. A homopolymer has a cationic charge density from about from about 2 meq/gm to about 4 meq/gm or a cationic charge density of from about 5 meq/gm to about 10 meq/gm; or an average molecular weight of at least 500,000. A copolymer is formed from one or more cationic monomer units and one or more nonionic monomer units or monomer units bearing a negative charge wherein the subsequent charge of the copolymer is positive.

Abstract: A method of treating the surfaces of medical instruments which are contaminated with prions includes contacting the surface with a composition containing a source of peroxide ions, such as hydrogen peroxide, at a molar concentration of at least 1.5M peroxide (equivalent to approximately 5% hydrogen peroxide) and preferably, about 2M peroxide (approximately 7% hydrogen peroxide). The composition is optionally in the form of a gel. The composition is retained in contact with the surfaces for about 1-2 hours until all or substantially all prion contamination is removed.

Abstract: A washing arm and a dishwasher having the washing nozzle are provided. The washing arm includes a first arm capable of rotating by wash liquid flowing therethrough, and a second arm rotating with respect to the first arm through wash liquid supplied from the first arm.

Abstract: An apparatus for washing a vehicle that is relatively moved through the apparatus includes pivotal side arms with independently pivotal nozzles for the dispensing of cleansing fluids as well as a pivotal overhead boom that also includes independently pivotal nozzles so that the side arms and the boom as well as the nozzles associated therewith can be optimally positioned for directing high pressure liquid at the vehicle. The side arms and boom are also moved from retracted to extended positions with power cylinders and retracted from the extended to retracted positions by counter balancing weights.

Abstract: A system for cleaning, treating, and/or stimulating a reservoir in a high pressure, low volume application or a low pressure, high volume application, comprising: a thermal fluid heater capable of generating energy in the form of superheated air that is circulated through the heater to heat a working fluid that is forced through tubes within the heater: an air compressor for atomizing the fuel and creating a fuel/air mixture; a blower for blowing ambient air into the atomized fuel/air mixture in the heater to raise the temperature of the working fluid; a charge pump on the intake side of the heater for forcing the working fluid through the heater at a pressure and volume sufficient to supply the working fluid to an outlet of the heater; a discharge pump on the outlet side of the heater to increase the pressure of the working fluid as it exits the system to a sufficient pressure and volume to clean, treat, and/or stimulate the reservoir for a particular selected application; and a prime mover or prime movers f

Abstract: A reservoir cleaning, treating and/or stimulation system allows the operator to control the speed and pressure of delivery of the treating fluid into the reservoir and remove or dissolve sediment particles settled in the reservoir or the reservoir formation. The system uses a thermal heater capable of heating the treating fluid from ambient temperature to about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. A charge pump mounted on an intake side of the heater forces the treating fluid through the heater, while the treating fluid passes through the tubing of the heater. The heated treating fluid is channeled to a discharge pump on an outlet side of the heater, where the treating fluid is pressurized to a value sufficient to overcome the pressure existing within the reservoir and cause displacement or dissolution of the sediment in the reservoir. A flow meter mounted between the heater and the charge pump regulates the volume of the treating fluid being admitted into the heater.

Abstract: A one-handed operating mechanism for opening and closing umbrella comprises a handle (1) connected to the bottom end of the stem of the umbrella, an elbow member (2) at its curve pivotally connected to said handle (1), a connecting member (3) with its upper end connected to a slide sliding along the stem to open or close the umbrella, said handle (1) is provided with a channel (4) extending from the upper end to the lower end of the handle to accommodate said elbow member (2) and said connecting member (3) to be moving therein, said channel (4) possesses a bottom side (13), said elbow member (2) possesses a handgrip section (5) exposed outside said channel (4) for palm squeezing, and an actuating section (6) located inside said channel (4) for mutual driving with said connecting member. The connecting member is driven by way of operating the elbow member, thereby driving the slide to slide along the stem to push the runner upward toward the crown to open the umbrella.

Abstract: A thermoelectric power supply converts thermal energy into a high power output with voltages in the Volt-range for powering a microelectronic device and comprises an in-plane thermoelectric generator, a cross-plane thermoelectric generator, an initial energy management assembly, a voltage converter and a final energy management assembly. The in-plane thermoelectric generator produces a high thermoelectric voltage at low power output. The initial energy management assembly rectifies and limits the thermoelectric voltage and stores and releases power to the voltage converter. The cross-plane thermoelectric generator generates a high power output at low thermoelectric voltage. Once activated by the in-plane thermoelectric generator, the voltage converter multiplies the low thermoelectric voltage output of the cross-plane thermoelectric generator.

Abstract: An illumination system includes an illumination unit and a thermoelectric conversion module. The illumination unit includes a light source, and a reflection plate capable of radiating heat from the light source to the outer circumference of the plate. The thermoelectric conversion module includes lower and upper substrates, lower and upper electrodes provided on the facing surfaces of the lower and upper substrates, and thermoelectric elements disposed between the lower and upper electrodes. The lower substrate of the thermoelectric conversion module is fixed to the reflection plate via a heat transfer member. The upper substrate of the thermoelectric conversion module is connected via a heat releasing path member to a support member (heat absorber) having a thermal conductivity higher than that of air.

Abstract: A solar energy conversion package includes a photovoltaic (PV) cell, a thermionic or thermoelectric conversion unit and a thermal heating system. Solar radiation is concentrated by a lens or reflector and directed to the PV cell for electrical power conversion. A water circulation system maintains the PV cell at working temperatures. The thermionic or thermoelectric conversion cell is coupled between these cells in the thermal path to generate additional power. Additional efficiencies may be gained by partitioning the solar radiation with prisms or wavelength specific filters or reflective coatings into discrete spectrum segments optimized for each conversion unit for maximizing efficiency of electrical energy conversion and equipment design. Integrating all three of these conversion techniques produces a synergistic system that exceeds the performance conventional solar conversion systems.

Abstract: A surface plasmon polariton photovoltaic absorber. A plasmonic photovoltaic device is provided that has a periodic subwavelength aperture array, for example a thin metal film coated with an array of semiconductor quantum dots. The plasmonic photovoltaic device generates an electrical potential when illuminated by electromagnetic radiation. In some embodiments, the absorber can contain both quantum dots of semiconductors and metal nanoparticles.

Abstract: Film formation is conducted at a low temperature to improve conversion efficiency and productivity and to enable a wider choice of substrate materials to be used. The invention relates to the light absorption layer of a CIS compound semiconductor thin-film solar cell and to a method of forming the layer. The light absorption layer comprises a compound represented by Cux(In1-yGay)(Se1-zSz)2 and having a chalcopyrite type structure, the proportions of the components satisfying 0.86?x?0.98, 0.05?y?0.25, 0?z?0.3, x=?T+?, ?=0.015y?0.00025, and ?=?7.9y+1.105, provided that T (° C.) is anneal temperature and the allowable range for x is ±0.02. The layer is formed by the selenization method at a low temperature (about 500?T?550). As the substrate is used a soda-lime glass having a low melting point.

Abstract: Monomeric, oligomeric or polymeric compound corresponding to the following formula (I): in which: A represents an optionally substituted polycyclic group, the said polycyclic group comprising at least one group capable of making possible the attachment of a chromophoric group, X1 and X2, which are identical or different, each independently represent a group of formula (II): in which: B and D, which are identical or different, each independently represent an aromatic carbon ring or an aromatic heterocycle which is optionally substituted. Use of the said compound in an optoelectronic device, such as a photovoltaic cell, a field-effect transistor or an electrochemical sensor. Photovoltaic cell comprising an active layer comprising an electron donor composed of the said compound.

Abstract: Photovoltaic cells containing electrically conductive particles in a electrode, as well as related components, systems, and methods, are disclosed.

Abstract: A nanoscale solar cell with vertical and lateral p-n junctions or Schottky barriers includes a light transparent or an opaque substrate with n- and p-type materials thereon. The size of the materials is tailored to optimize their bandgap energies. During use, photons impact the n and p type materials and generated electrons and holes travel through the materials to reach the vertical and horizontal junctions with reduced or neglible recombination loss, and thence to their respective electrodes. Representatively, the n-type material is CdS while the p-type material is CIS. Both are arranged in layers and thicknesses can vary. Fabrication includes forming an alumina template and filling voids with the materials to form n-p junctions. Thereafter, the template is removed and further junctions are formed by filling spaces left by the removed template. Organic semiconductor embodiments of the invention are also contemplated.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method for modifying the surface of a counter electrode. According to the method, the surface modification is achieved by treating the surface of a counter electrode with a polyethylene glycol derivative having a pendant group at one end. Also disclosed is a counter electrode whose surface is modified by the method. The electron transfer rate at the interface between the counter electrode and an electrolyte layer of a photovoltaic device is increased and the affinity of the counter electrode for the electrolyte layer is improved, resulting in an improvement in the power conversion efficiency of the photovoltaic device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (1) for controlling the flow speed of a fluid flow in a hydraulic line (3) and has a line segment (2) that permits the fluid to flow through as well as an apparatus (4) for generating a homogenous two-phase mixture (5) in the fluid in the line segment (2).

Abstract: A safety system for a fluid conduit having: a hose; a first housing connected to the hose with an internal cavity having a first connection point and a first check ball opening cavity; a second housing connected to the hose with an internal cavity having a second connection point and a second check ball opening cavity; a perforated retention tube positioned longitudinally within the hose and in communication with the first connection point and the second connection point; a first check device contained within the first check ball opening cavity and interposed between the perforated retention tube and the first check ball opening cavity; and optionally a second check device contained within the second check ball opening cavity and interposed between the perforated retention tube and the second check ball opening cavity.

Abstract: An improved outlet valve assembly (12) is provided which is especially adapted for use with an intermediate bulk container (10) having bottom wall drain outlet (20) and support legs (22). The assembly (12) has serially interconnected valves (28,30), namely an emergency ball valve (28) and a manually operable valve (30), with endmost elbow coupler (26) and outlet (32). Tle assembly (12) is of compact design and is dimensioned to permit attachment to container (10) with the entirety of assembly (12) elevated above the bottom of support legs (22). The emergency ball (28) valve includes as spring-loaded operator (58) equipped with a temperature responsive fusible link (86). In the event of a fire adjacent container (10), the link (86) severs, allowing operator (58) to quickly close valve (28).

Abstract: The invention concerns a separator, wherein the mixture, after passing through the inlet channels of the container body (1), penetrates into the admission chamber (30) of the rotor (2), where blades (35) arranged in star formation and perpendicular to the axis of rotation produce a centrifugal propulsion and, further, compact the components with greater density, thus facilitating extraction thereof. The thus modified mixture passes into the separating chamber (31), where blades (36) arranged in star formation and parallel to the axis of rotation, through their centrifugal force, push the components with greater density outwards; the latter having penetrated into the collecting cells (41) of the grid (34) which is coated on the outside of the separating chamber, through holes (42) exit from the rotor upon reaching the accumulation chamber (13).The fluid medium which, countered by a suitable pressure, cannot penetrate into the accumulation chamber, exit through evacuation channels.

Abstract: An on-board refueling vapor recovery system includes a shutoff mechanism that closes a first vapor path between the fuel tank and the filler cup when liquid fuel in the tank reaches a predetermined level and a vent line closure that closes a second vapor path between the canister and the filler cup, wherein closure of the first vapor path and the second vapor path reduces pressure in the filler cup to induce shutoff of a fuel nozzle.

Abstract: A method is provided for the injecting fluid into a valve by, for example, introducing the fluid into the valve under pressure through a first, inlet port in the valve housing, providing a second, outlet port in the valve housing for ingress of material displaced from the interior of the valve; and monitoring the pressure of the fluid introduced into the valve through a third monitoring port in the valve housing. By monitoring the pressure of the fluid introduced into the valve it is possible to prevent the applied pressure from exceeding the safe working pressure of the valve.

Abstract: Supervised wireless leak detection system, having a leak detection sensor unit, capable of transmitting a uniquely coded signal in response to a detected leak, a supervised wireless valve control transceiver unit having a receiver, capable of receiving said uniquely coded signal, and a transmitter for feeding the uniquely coded signal within the system, a valve shut-off mechanism in communication with said valve control transceiver unit said valve shut-off mechanism having a motor attached to a valve, said motor creating a rotation pulse used to close and open said valve, and a processor having an electronic circuitry containing sensor(s), detecting said motor rotation pulse count during a motorized valve closure or open process. Said processor functions in a setup process to memorize (learn) said motor rotation pulse count, required, to close and or to open the valve.

Abstract: The well head valve insulator provides insulation to a gas or oil well head. The insulator is formed with a two-piece outer shell that has a height and diameter custom-fitted to the well head, which is filled with foam insulation, preferably polyurethane foam that is molded to the configuration of the particular well head. The insulator includes heating element supports for supporting a hose or heating coil that is used to periodically heat the valve through the flow of warm fluid. The two halves of the insulator can be opened and reclosed around the well head in order to provide access for routine maintenance. Optionally, the insulator may be furnished with a temperature sensor for monitoring the temperature of the well head, or with a thermostatic control for regulating heat delivered by the heating coil.

Abstract: A system for restricting access to wellhead handwheel-actuated valves is provided. Two or more handwheels at a wellhead may be secured by engaging each handwheel with an engagement member and locking the engagement members together such that the handwheels may not be rotated. Each handwheel may be engaged in a manner that will also prevent unauthorized removal of each handwheel. The system provides versatility in that handwheels may be secured over a distance by use of a distance adjustment member, which is independently locked to each engagement member. A method for locking handwheel-actuated valves and related kit is also described.

Abstract: In order to achieve seal durability and bring about a damping action for a piston-type pressure regulating valve, a pressure regulating valve (10) of the present invention is characterized by a valve moving member (11, 14) moving in such a manner as to cause communication or block communication between a primary chamber (17) and a secondary chamber (19) within a case (21, 26), wherein a plurality of central members (20, 25) are arranged between the case and the valve moving member and the plurality of central members are taken to be different materials. It is then possible to bring about both a damping action and seal durability using the central members by providing central members of different materials.

Abstract: The present invention includes:a hydraulic pump 10 that is driven by a driving motor; a travel motion motor 12 that is driven with pressure oil supplied from the hydraulic pump 10; a travel motion control valve 11 that controls a flow rate of the pressure oil supplied from the hydraulic pump 10 to the travel motion motor 12; a means for operation 22a with which the travel motion control valve 11 is operated; a means for rotation rate detection 95 that detects a rotation rate N of the travel motion motor 12; and a means for motor over rotation prevention 14, 17, 32 that reduces the rotation rate of the travel motion motor 12 if the means for rotation rate detection 95 detects a rotation rate equal to or higher than a predetermined rotation rate upper limit Nmax.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a constant-flow valve assembly is provided that comprises a first fluid passageway carrying fluid at a first fluid pressure, a piston chamber, and a second fluid passageway connected to the chamber and carrying fluid at the second fluid pressure. A third fluid passageway is configured to carry fluid at a third fluid pressure. An adjustable valve member is provided between the chamber and the third passageway to provide constant fluid flow to the third passageway. An adjustable restrictor assembly is positioned between the first and second fluid passageways. An inlet portion of the restrictor assembly receives fluid at the first fluid pressure and directs the fluid to a restrictor. An outlet portion receives fluid from the restrictor and directs the fluid to the second fluid passageway at the second fluid pressure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a thermostatic mixer, including a device for the dynamic regulation of cold water flow which supplies the mixer. A resistance is generated to the flow of cold water supplied to the thermostatic mixer when small flows of mixed water are required, and said resistance is lifted or reduced when large flows of mixed water are required. Said operation is automatically carried out by devices for dynamic regulation of flow, whereby the flow cross-section provided for the incoming cold water is reduced when the drawn flow is reduced and a larger flow cross-section reestablished when a larger flow is required.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a device for dynamic control of a water flow, including the following items in a body: a feed chamber, a discharge chamber and a piston arranged between the feed chamber and the discharge chamber. The piston can be displaced from a first position, which is offset towards the feed chamber and wherein the piston narrows the flow between the feed chamber and the discharge chamber, and a second position, which is offset towards the discharge chamber and wherein the piston does not narrow the flow between the feed chamber and the discharge chamber.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a device for dynamic adjustment of a water flow, used to stabilize the operational mode of a thermostatic mixing tap. The inventive device includes a valve consisting of a piston and a return spring forcing the piston into a first position, said piston being displaced into two positions according to the flow. When the flow is lower than a threshold value, the piston is located in the first position and a flow limited means limits the flow. When the flow exceeds the threshold value, the piston is displaced into the second position and the flow limiting means is obviated.

Abstract: A variable pressure regulator control device comprising a valve body having a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet, a fluid pressure-sensing chamber, and a valve seat in fluid communication with said inlet and defining an opening into said chamber, a resilient member having an outer edge and a self-restoring wall of the chamber which is responsive to pressure in said chamber, a valve stem extending through said chamber towards the valve seat, a valve element cooperating with said valve seat, said valve element being located between the valve seat and said fluid inlet, an adjuster mounted to said valve body in a position to deflect said resilient member, thereby moving the valve element away from the valve seat while said member flexes in response to pressure changes within said chamber to control the position of the valve element with respect to the valve seat, wherein said valve body includes a base incorporating said inlet, said outlet, and said valve seat, a retainer mounted atop said base, said retainer having an