Abstract: A method for shaping hair comprising the steps of: (i) folding a curling sheet consisting of or comprising a super-absorbent material around the tips of the hair strand like an end-wrap; (ii) winding the hair around the folded sheet, thereby using said sheet as a curler; (iii) fixing the curlers with a clip, a pin, or another tool appropriate for fixing the hair on a curler; (iv) applying a aqueous hair shaping composition onto the hair on the curler; (v) leaving the shaping composition to act on the hair for about 1 to about 30 minutes, whereby said sheet is swelling and produces tension on the hair wound on it; and (vi) removing the said sheet.

Abstract: An applicator for cosmetic material such as mascara, including an applicator head for transporting and applying the cosmetic material, a handle, a stem bearing the applicator head and received in and guided by the handle so as to be longitudinally reciprocable relative thereto, and actuating mechanism carried by the handle for moving the stem longitudinally back and forth relative to the handle. The actuating mechanism may have a rotary drive, a cam member rotated by the drive, and a cam follower slidingly engaging the cam member and connected to the stem, the cam member and cam follower being mutually shaped to cause the stem to reciprocate longitudinally as the drive rotates the cam member. Alternatively the actuating mechanism may be an inertial drive including a weight connected to the stem and disposed between compressible coil springs, or a solenoid. The handle may be a cap for a cosmetic container, the cap and container together constituting a dispenser for the cosmetic.

Abstract: A molded plastic mascara brush having an elongated flexible core with multiple bristles projecting radially therefrom, and a shape-sustaining wire extending longitudinally through the core. The wire may be bendable, enabling a desired curvature to be imparted to the brush. Additionally or alternatively, with the core and bristles molded integrally and at least some bristles disposed in rows extending lengthwise of the core, bristles may be spaced around the core at unequal angular distances, and/or bristles of at least one row may decrease progressively in length, and/or bristles may be disposed in tandem zones that differ from each other in bristle density, and/or some bristles may be disposed in rows and others of smaller diameter disposed in clusters.

Abstract: An electric hair straightening/waving iron includes a handle, a first elongate heating member extending from the handle and having a distal end portion and a proximal end portion, and a second elongate heating member having a distal end portion, and a proximal end portion. The proximal end portion of the second heating member is attached pivotally to the proximal end portion of the first heating member. A locking mechanism at the distal end portions of the first and second heating members selectively locks the first and second heating members alongside one another, and releases the second heating member for pivotal movement relative to the first heating member.

Abstract: COSMETIC SAMPLER AND PROCESS TO MANUFACTURE THE SAME, said cosmetic sampler comprising: a base film (10) presenting an oleophobic upper face (11); a cosmetic product portion (20) deposited an retained on the oleophobic upper face (11) of the base film (10); a covering film (30) having an oleophobic lower face (32) hermetically and removably fixed onto the oleophobic upper face (11) of the base film (10), in order to cover the cosmetic product portion (20). The process to manufacture the cosmetic sampler comprises the steps of: depositing on said oleophobic upper face (11) of the base film (10) a cosmetic product portion (20) maintained at a determined temperature range and according to a predetermined contour, and removably fixing the covering film (30) against said oleophobic upper face (11) of the base film (10), in order to retain said cosmetic product portion (20) according to said previously determined contour.

Abstract: A shock absorber member is provided in a cosmetic compact to isolate a pan containing cosmetic product such as a pressed powder foundation, from impacts and vibration that might cause the product to crack or crumble. The shock absorber has at least two arched portions suspending the pan in a clearance in a base of the cosmetic compact. The arched portions are sufficiently resilient to allow the pan to move within the clearance relative to the base. The arched portions prevent shocks, impacts or vibrations from being transmitted to the pan from the base.

Abstract: A cleaning solution for cleaning a substrate for semiconductor devices and a cleaning method using the said cleaning solution, which comprises at least the following components (A), (B) and (C): (A) an ethyleneoxide-type surfactant containing a hydrocarbon group which may have a substituent group except for phenyl, and a polyoxyethylene group in which a ratio (m/n) of a number (m) of carbon atoms contained in the hydrocarbon group to a number (n) of oxyethylene groups contained in the polyoxyethylene group is in the range of 1 to 1.5, the number (m) of carbon atoms is not less than 9, and the number (n) of oxyethylene groups is not less than 7; (B) water; and (C) alkali or an organic acid. The cleaning solution highly clean the surface of the substrate without occurrence of corrosion by removing fine particles and organic contaminants which are adhered onto the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: Cleaning systems and methods are provided. A preferred embodiment comprises a method of cleaning that includes providing a device and disposing a cleaning fluid on the device. The cleaning fluid includes a first component saturated with a second component. The first component comprises a liquid, and the second component comprises a material that is releasable from the cleaning fluid as a gas. The second component is caused to be released from the cleaning fluid while the cleaning fluid is disposed on the device.

Abstract: A degreasing method for descaling or removing laser scales from iron-containing metal part surface by treating the iron-containing metal part surfaces that is optionally tainted with laser scales with an aqueous solution containing at least one type of highly water-soluble and complexed with Fe ions carboxylic acid, at least one type of salt of at least one type of carboxylic acid exhibiting the same action and at least one type of fatty amine ethoxylate, wherein the solution is buffered, the Fe ions are carried into the solution and at least partially complexed, increasing the pH value of the solution for descaling with respect to at least one type of carboxylic acid. The entire concentration of carboxylic acids and the salts thereof is increased for descaling by 2 to 20% by weight.

Abstract: A cloth accessory and methods for the use thereof are disclosed and described. In one aspect, the cloth accessory may include a cover member forming an enclosure with a cavity therein, and a cloth attached to the cover member. The cloth may have a first configuration wherein the cloth is retracted substantially into the cover member, and a second configuration wherein the cloth is extended substantially out of the cover member without becoming detached therefrom.

Abstract: In one or more aspects, an apparatus for cleaning a substrate includes (1) a plurality of rollers adapted to contact and support the substrate in a horizontal orientation, and (2) at least one brush adapted to contact a major surface of the substrate while the substrate is supported by the plurality of rollers to clean the major surface of the substrate. At least one of the plurality of rollers is adapted to move between an opened position allowing the substrate to be loaded onto or unloaded from the plurality of rollers and a closed position in which the substrate is supported by the plurality of rollers. Numerous other aspects are provided.

Abstract: A stain removing composition having a mixture of N-methyl pyrrolidinone and at least one solvent from the group consisting of 1-methyl-2-butanol, dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether, propylene glycol n-propyl ether, and diethylene glycol monobutyl ether. Preferably, the stain removing composition comprises, in percent by weight about 70-90%, N-methyl pyrrolidinone and about 10-30%, in percent by weight, at least one of the solvents from the group described above. In another embodiment, a method of removing a stain from a textile includes the steps of applying the stain removing composition to an area of application. After the composition has been applied to the area of application it is removed with a suction device or other type of absorption device. Water may be applied to the area of application after the composition has been applied to dilute the composition and help in the removal process.

Abstract: A cleaning solution, which is particularly useful in cleaning the air-intake system of an EGR-valve-equipped diesel engine, includes a high-polarity solvent and low polarity solvent. The solution may also include a surfactant, a fatty amide, and a functional ketone. The cleaning solution is applied to the air intake system while the diesel engine is running, thereby drawing the cleaning solution into the air intake system to clean the same. The EGR valve is removed and replaced with a vessel in which a pressure drop is created. The pressure drop creates sufficient vacuum so that cleaner may be administered into the air-intake duct of the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved pot and pan washing machine is provided including a low suction intake manifold and a partition for capturing a substantial portion of the wash action of the washing machine within a segregated area. The intake manifold of the instant invention includes a plurality of voids having a void concentration that increases as the distance from the source of suction (such as a pump or intake inlet) increases. The partition (or divider) of the instant invention can be removed and repositioned within the wash tank through the use of channels along the walls of the wash tank that receive the partition.

Abstract: A dishwashing machine is provided with a washing compartment, an ozone generator, and devices for washing items to be washed using a washing solution, as well as with a storage device that is connected to the washing compartment in an air-conducting manner. The storage device serves, on the one hand, to store ozone and/or hydroxyl radicals as they form or are produced and, on the other hand, to release ozone and/or hydroxyl radicals during a partial program step drying and/or a non-operating phase of the dishwashing machine whereby effecting a deodorizing.

Abstract: A device for drying a disk-shaped substrate includes an element for holding a single disk-shaped substrate, an element for supplying rinsing liquid onto the disk-shaped substrate surface, an element for generating an aerosol and an element for supplying the aerosol onto the disk-shaped substrate surface. Also described is a method for drying a disk-shaped substrate including the steps of providing a single disk-shaped substrate, applying rinsing liquid to the disk-shaped substrate surface, applying an aerosol onto the disk-shaped substrate surface wherein the aerosol includes a drying liquid as disperse phase and an inert gas as the continuous phase. At least part of the liquid is present on the disk-shaped substrate during supply of the aerosol and aerosol droplets condense on liquid surface.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an integrated spray and wipe system. A method of using such a system is also provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a fluid reservoir that extends through the center of a roll of cleaning material (e.g., paper towel roll). The tool houses cleaning fluid and cleaning wipes and therefore can be used to dispense liquid or cleaning wipes as needed.

Abstract: An edge area of the substrate processing device is disclosed. The edge area being processed is isolated from the remainder of the substrate by directing a flow of an inert gas through a plenum near the area to be processed thus forming a barrier while directing a flow of reactive species at an angle relative to the top surface of the substrate towards the substrate edge area thus processing the substrate edge area. A flow of oxygen containing gas into the processing chamber together with a negative exhaust pressure may contribute to the biasing of reactive species and other gases away from the non-processing areas of the substrate.

Abstract: Apparatus for cleaning an atomizer includes a cleaning device including an opening sized to receive at least a portion of the atomizer. The cleaning device includes a solvent coupling for supplying solvent to wash an exterior surface of the atomizer and an opening through which waste solvent is discharged. A first conduit is formed in a first closed curve around the opening. The first conduit includes a first sidewall. A supply of drying gas or mixture of gases is coupled to the first conduit. At least a first passageway is provided through the first sidewall. An outer end of the or each first passageway directs a first flow of drying gas or mixture of gases onto the exterior surface of the atomizer to dry the exterior surface of the atomizer as the atomizer is withdrawn from the opening.

Abstract: A centrifugal workpiece processor for processing semiconductor wafers and similar workpieces includes a head which holds and spins the workpiece. The head includes a rotor having a gas system. Gas or air is sprayed or jetted from inlets in the rotor to create a rotational gas flow. The rotational gas flow causes pressure conditions which hold the edges of a first side of the workpiece against an angled annular surface on the rotor. The rotor and the workpiece rotate together. Guide pins adjacent to a perimeter may help to align the workpiece with the rotor. Outlets through the rotor allow gas to flow out of the rotor.

Abstract: A dish washing machine capable of smoothly discharging dirt contained in wash water out of a sump so as to prevent the emission of bad smells from the dirt and prevent the propagation of bacteria. The dish washing machine includes a sump to receive and pump wash water, a sump housing forming an external appearance of the sump, a drainage pump coupled with the sump housing to discharge wash water and dirt, and a drainage channel disposed in the sump housing to guide wash water and dirt to the drainage pump.

Abstract: Disclosed is an induction heating type pure water heating apparatus capable of heating pure water with efficiency and without contaminating pure water. The apparatus is characterized by including a susceptor formed of glassy carbon with a water absorption coefficient of 0.5 mass % or less, and capable of contacting with pure water, a container made of a magnetic flux transmissive material, and formed so as to accommodate the susceptor and so as to allow pure water to pass therethrough, and an induction coil disposed in such a state as to surround the container or as to be adjacent to the container.

Abstract: A dish washing machine having a basket height adjusting apparatus. The dish washing machine includes a machine body having a washing tub defined therein, a basket disposed in the washing tub to receive dishes to be washed, and a basket height adjusting apparatus. The basket height adjusting apparatus includes a support bracket mounted at each side of the basket such that the support bracket can be moved vertically, rollers mounted to the support bracket to slide the basket forward and backward, and an adjusting lever mounted at the basket to adjust a vertical movement of the support bracket and to thereby adjust the height of the basket. The adjusting lever is moved along with the basket. Consequently, in the present invention, the thumb of a user is not caught in the basket and injured when the user rotates the adjusting lever.

Abstract: A dish rack consists of horizontal and vertical water conduits, with a plurality of vertical water conduits connected to each horizontal water conduit. Each vertical water conduit has a number of upward angled water nozzles. A water supply switch box is connected to said dish rack. Said switch box is connected to a water pump through an extendible hose. Said switch box directs pressured water to two said horizontal water conduits on said dish rack at a time. Pressured water is then forced out through nozzles on said vertical water conduits. Kitchen ware is washed directly by pressured water.

Abstract: A dish washing machine in which water is supplied to a level detecting unit without sudden change of a flow rate and pressure of water from a water supplying unit to the level detecting unit such that the level detecting unit can precisely detect a level of water in the tub. The water supplying unit includes a first guide passage guiding the water to the tub, and a second guide passage guiding the water to the level detecting unit such that a portion of the water is supplied to the level detecting unit through the second guide passage. The water supplying unit includes a buffering space disposed between the second guide passage and the level detecting unit such that water flows from the water supplying unit to the level detecting unit at a predetermined flow rate.

Abstract: A dish washing machine capable of improving spatial utilization of a washing tub through the enlargement of the washing tub. The dish washing machine includes a washing tub, a sump mounted in the washing tub to receive and pump wash water, a sump housing forming an external appearance of the sump, a washing impeller to pump wash water from the sump housing, a drainage channel disposed at an inner edge of the sump housing, a pump motor surrounded by the drainage pump to drive the washing impeller, and a pump motor receiving part to receive the pump motor. The pump motor receiving part protrudes above the drainage channel.

Abstract: A dish washing machine capable of controlling the amount of wash water used based on the quantity of dishes and preventing a drop of the injection pressure of the wash water. The dish washing machine includes a washing tub, main nozzles disposed in the washing tub to constantly inject wash water when washing dishes, a sub nozzle disposed in the washing tub to selectively inject wash water when washing dishes, a sump mounted in the wash tub, a main channel disposed in the sump, the main channel being connected with the main nozzles, a sub channel disposed in the sump while being separated from the main channel and connected to the sub nozzle, and a channel control valve disposed in the sub channel to intermit a flow of wash water flowing to the sub nozzle.

Abstract: A dish washing machine in which the size of a control panel can be increased and a user can conveniently manipulate the control panel and easily check operation state thereof. The dish washing machine includes a housing having an opening formed in a front side thereof, a door hinged to the front side of the housing to open and close the opening, and a control panel installed to the upper side of the door. The control panel is obliquely installed to the upper side of the door at a predetermined angle. Moreover, the control panel is installed to swing with respect to the door and to maintain a predetermined oblique angle regardless of the opening and closing of the door so that the user can conveniently check and manipulate the control panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to an umbrella having two shafts, which includes a dual-shaft assembly, a rib frame, a runner, and a handle to complete an automatic umbrella. The dual-shaft assembly includes two independent shafts, wherein the springs are received in one of the shafts, and the controlling wire and the controlling means are received in the other shaft for being easy manufacturing and assembling and increasing utilization in use.

Abstract: A walking staff apparatus having a tripod assembly that is releasably fastened to a main shaft. The tripod assembly may be released from the shaft to achieve a compact arrangement for transport or storage. The shaft may also be telescoping to achieve a compact size. The release joint may include a mechanism for centering the shaft and tripod assembly. A magnetic-based mechanism for releasable attachment of an article may be coupled to the shaft. The magnetic-based attachment mechanism may include an anti-rotation device to achieve secure positioning of an article releasable attached to the shaft.

Abstract: An accessory wheelchair shelter adapted to universally install onto the framework of an electric wheelchair. The wheelchair shelter of the present invention comprises: a frame structure having: a chair-attaching portion, a pair of vertical struts, and a canopy frame, a sheltering cover having: a canopy, a front-side curtain, and a rear curtain. The sheltering cover is adapted with strategic portions thereof made of a clear and resilient material thus allow satisfactory viewing area to the outside of said cover. Once assembled—by means of zippers along all mating edges—the wheelchair shelter of the present invention thereby provides protection against sun, snow, rain and the like thus allowing greater freedom, protection and comfort to persons utilizing said wheelchairs.

Abstract: The corner brace of a framework of a quickly erectable canopy shelter is connected between portions of a perimeter truss assembly connected to a leg of the framework of the canopy shelter. The corner brace includes a corner brace mounting pin on a first link member of an outer truss of the perimeter truss assembly, and a support truss tube member pivotally and rotatably connected at one end to an outer truss on one side of the leg. The other end of the support truss tube member is removably connected to an outer truss on the other side of the leg. The support truss tube member of the corner brace may include a support truss clip that fits to a link member of the framework. The framework may also include a canopy framework support assembly for supporting a canopy.

Abstract: A connecting lead wire is used for a solar battery module in which a plurality of solar battery cells connected in series by an inter-connector are arranged. The connecting lead wire is provided with a trunk portion and one or more branch portions. In the trunk portion, an enamel coating layer is provided on a conductor. In each of the branch portions, a solder plating layer is provided on a conductor. The branch portion protrudes from the trunk portion in a lateral direction, and connected to an electrode of each of the solar battery cells. The branch portion connects the solar battery cells with each other.

Abstract: [Subject] To provide a thin solar cell module connector having improved reliability, enduring long use, and having high productivity. [Means to Realize the Subject] A diode chip 6 is disposed in a diode module 2. The diode module 2 is transfer-molded. The diode module 2 is fitted in an opening 22 in the module box 20.

Abstract: A photovoltaic device includes one or more structures, an array of at least one of quantum dots and quantum dashes, at least one groove, and at least one conductor. Each of the structures comprises an intrinsic layer on one of an n type layer and a p type layer and the other one of the n type layer and the p type layer on the intrinsic layer. The array of at least one of quantum dots and quantum dashes is located in the intrinsic layer in at least one of the structures. The groove extends into at least one of the structures and the conductor is located along at least a portion of the groove.

Abstract: The invention teaches novel structure and methods for producing electrical current collectors and electrical interconnections. Such articles find particular use in facile production of arrays of photovoltaic cells. The current collector and interconnecting structures are initially produced separately from the photovoltaic cells thereby allowing the use of unique materials and manufacture. Subsequent application of the structures to the cells allows facile and efficient completion of arrays. Methods for combining the collector and interconnect structures with cells and final interconnecting into arrays are taught.

Abstract: A dye-sensitized solar cell comprises a metal substrate, a photosensitive dye, a transparent substrate, an insulating unit and an electrolytic solution. The metal substrate is made of titanium or titanium alloy and is used as an anode. A titanium dioxide (TiO2) thin film is provided on the surface of the metal substrate, and consists of a plurality of arranged TiO2 nanotubes. The photosensitive dye is absorbed on the surface of the metal substrate. A cathode is provided on a surface of the transparent substrate whose transparent part is a euphotic zone through which light can be irradiated to the photosensitive dye. The insulating unit is located between the anode and the cathode. The electrolytic solution fills the space between the anode and the cathode and surrounded by the insulating unit. A method for manufacturing the same is also disclosed.

Abstract: A photovoltaic cell comprising, a cathode layer, an electron donating layer, and an electron accepting anode structure comprising a collection region including one or a plurality of secondary collection regions attached to the collection region. The secondary collection regions of the anode preferably are in the shape of dispersed rod shaped branches extending within a continuous phase of the electron donating layer. The collection region is preferably located at a central point with respect to the secondary collection regions, to thereby provide a photovoltaic cell structure with improved charge collection and efficiency of operation.

Abstract: A conjugated or partially conjugated polymer comprising a structural unit of Formula I in the backbone: wherein Ar1, Ar2 are each independently substituted or unsubstituted aryl or hetero aryl group with two or more aromatic rings fused together and Ar3 is an aryl or heteroaryl group of C4 to C40 or substituted aryl or heteroaryl group of C4 to C40. and devices containing such polymer. In addition, a composition of Formula V wherein Ar1, Ar2 and Ar3 are aryl or heteroaryl groups and wherein X is a leaving group such as halogen, boronic acid or boronate ester.

Abstract: A new and useful system and method is provided, designed to conserve existing water resources, and also to provide additional benefits to a water supply, particularly to a water heater. In a system and method of the invention, a source of water condensate is in fluid communication with a reservoir. A primary water flow path is established between water from a primary source and a water heater, and a hydrostatic connection is provided between the reservoir and the primary flow path. The hydrostatic connection is designed such that water from the reservoir is drawn into the primary flow path and mixed with the water in the primary flow path, thereby enabling the water condensate from the reservoir to supplement the flow of water in the primary flow path to the water heater.

Abstract: A pressure regulator is provided. In one embodiment, the pressure regulator includes a housing having a supply port for receiving a pressurized medium within the housing and an outlet port for outputting the pressurized medium to a downstream device. The housing of this embodiment also includes a vent port for venting the pressurized medium from the housing. The pressure regulator of this embodiment further includes two pistons disposed within the housing, wherein one piston controls flow of the pressurized medium through the supply port, and the other piston controls flow of the pressurized medium through the vent port, based on the level of pressure within the housing. Other embodiments of pressure regulator devices and systems are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to an air core filling system for reclining or seating furniture, for example, for a mattress, an armchair, a car seat, a piece of camping furniture or similar, comprising an air core and an integrated air core filling system, reacting to a load, which independently, supplies a dosed amount of air into the air core, in order to maintain the same at a given adjustable pressure in the non-loaded state. Said air core filling system comprises an air pump system (3) with at least two separate chambers (2, 6) and control system (17), whereby the first chamber (2) is directly connected to the air core by a line (1) and a second chamber (6) is connected to the air core by a line (7) through a pressure regulation valve (13) and to the ambient air by a line (9).

Abstract: A system for offloading LNG (liquified natural gas) from a tanker (26) in shallow waters, for regasing, or heating the offloaded LNG to produce gaseous hydrocarbons, or gas, for pressurizing the gas, and for flowing the gas to an onshore station (56), includes a structure that is fixed to the sea floor and projects above the sea surface and aids in mooring the tanker. In one system, the structure that is fixed to the sea floor is a largely cylindrical tower (12) with a mooring yoke (20) rotatably mounted on its upper end. A floating structure (14) such as a barge that weathervanes, has a bow end pivotally connected to a distal end of the yoke, so the barge is held close to the tower but can drift around the tower with changing winds, waves and currents. The tanker is moored to the tower so the barge and tanker form a combination that weathervanes as a combination.

Abstract: A tapping assembly implements a unitary saddle fitting design to enable the formation of a branch connection with a polymeric flowable material transmission line. The tapping assembly includes a unitary saddle fitting and a set of cutting elements operative to create openings in a structural wall of the transmission line and thereby form a fluid communication pathway from the transmission line through the saddle fitting and onto a service line connected with the tapping assembly.

Abstract: The integrated jet fluid level shutoff sensor vent assembly is designed for use in conjunction with a non-pressurizing tank fast fill system, and to support automatic shutoff fast fill refueling of vehicles. The integrated jet fluid level shutoff sensor vent assembly is mounted to a fuel tank and exposed inside the fuel tank for sensing a predetermined level of fuel within the fuel tank and allowing fully vented refueling.

Abstract: A pressure regulator is provided. In one embodiment, the pressure regulator includes a body having an internal cavity for receiving a pressurized medium and inlet and outlet ports that enable a pressurized medium to enter the internal cavity at a first pressure and exit at a second pressure. The exemplary pressure regulator also includes a control piston disposed within the internal cavity that is configured to move in response to a change in pressure within the internal cavity. The pressure regulator of this embodiment also includes a damping feature within the internal cavity that is configured to oppose the movement of the control piston. Other embodiments of pressure regulators and systems are also provided.

Abstract: A high-pressure regulator includes body having a pressure inlet and a pressure outlet. A piston is disposed in the body and fluidly coupled to the pressure inlet and the pressure outlet. The piston is configured to operate in compression to contact a seat ring for the purpose of controlling the flow of fluid from the pressure inlet to the pressure outlet in response to a pressure applied to a surface of the piston via the pressure outlet. A piston seat circumferentially engages the piston to provide an improved seal at low temperatures.

Abstract: The flow controller is capable of optionally controlling flow volume of controlled flow and reducing weight and a production cost. The flow controller comprises: a main body having a first flow path and a second flow path; a ring packing for sealing the flow paths; a rod-shaped flow control member tightly pierced through the ring packing and capable of moving with respect to the ring packing, the flow control member having a third flow path; operation means for moving the flow control member so as to control the flow volume; a fourth flow path provided outside of the ring packing; and a check valve prohibiting a fluid to flow from the second flow path to the first flow path via the fourth flow path and allowing the fluid to flow from the first flow path to the second flow path via the fourth flow path.

Abstract: In a pressure controlling valve 3 for causing deformation of a resilient member 32 by a pressure difference between a CO2 gas pressure in a sealed space (heat sensitive portion) corresponding to a refrigerant temperature and a high pressure of the CO2 refrigerant in the refrigeration cycle to open and close the valve, a volume ratio Vs/(Vs?Vo) of a total volume (Vs) of the sealed space when the valve is fully closed and a total volume (Vo) of the sealed space when the valve is fully open is greater than 1.9 or 2.4. To improve this volume ratio, a cavity 31d communicating with the sealed space is formed inside a displacement transmission member 31 coupled with the resilient member, or a recess portion 35a is formed in a cover member 35a, or a member communicating with the sealed space is connected.

Abstract: A cap for closing a sprayer tank has integrated therein a pressure relief valve having a tubular member providing a seat with respect to which a valve provided by an o-ring on a stem is displaced in a direction against the seat to close the valve. The stem is connected at one end thereof to a cap and is biased by a spring around the stem at the opposite end thereof into closing position. The cap is guided by a rim around the seat member. The cap defines around the stem a chamber. This chamber communicates with a spout which directs pressurized flow away from the cap when it is rotated to manually open the valve against the bias of the spring so as to relieve pressure in the tank.