Abstract: A solar panel system (10) comprising a solar panel (12) to be fixedly located such as to receive sunlight from a first direction (A), and a light guidance device (15) having an inlet (16) for receiving sunlight and an outlet (18) for projecting light, said light guidance device (15) having an operative or in use condition in which it is positioned with its inlet (16) directed in a second direction (B), and with its outlet (18) directed to project light therefrom towards the solar panel (12).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (3) for absorbing electromagnetic radiation, in particular solar radiation. The device (3) has at least one 11cxible film pocket (4) that is divided into chambers (15). Said chambers (15) are connected to at least one feed clement (5) and at least one discharge element (6), by means of which a heat transfer medium can be fed to and discharged from the chambers (15). To prevent a build-up of pressure in the heat transfer medium caused by gravity and thus unwanted stress on the film material, at least one pressure reducing clement (21) is provided between at least two of the chambers (15) or fllm pockets (4). Said pressure reducing clement (21) limits the pressure of the heat transfer medium.

Abstract: The invention is related to solar collectors intended to perform technological processes and specifically, to solar collectors used for concentration by evaporation of aqueous solutions. The proposed solar collector concentrates the aqueous solution by combination of heating the upper thin layer of this solution (this heating is accompanied with evaporation a significant part of this layer) and carrying away of the obtained vapors from the internal space of the solar collector by air stream introduced constantly into the internal space. In another version of this invention the obtained vapors are condensing on the surface of cooling water flowing through the solar collector.

Abstract: Arrangements may include a concentrator constructed and arranged to receive incident electromagnetic energy and to concentrate the incident electromagnetic energy to a greater intensity level; an electromagnetic receiving device comprising a first surface constructed and arranged to receive the concentrated electromagnetic energy, and a second surface opposite the first surface; a heat transport device comprising at least one duct and a first surface; and a thermal interface layer physically connected to at least a portion of the second surface of the electromagnetic energy receiving device and the first surface of the heat transport device, the thermal interface material being both electrically and thermally conductive. Related methods and additional arrangements are also described.

Abstract: An underwater breathing apparatus includes a water resistant enclosure for floating on the surface of a body of water. An air collection header and an air pump for generating a constant flow of breathable air, an air supply line for delivering a flow of the breathable air to a user and a check valve for exhausting used air are also provided. At least one mouth piece connected to one of said supply lines and to a user's mouth together with a solar powered rechargeable battery connected to the air pumps enables the air pump to supply breathable air to the user. A safety flag mounted on the water resistant enclosure and extending upward therefrom indicate the presence of an individual below the surface of the water as does a safety warning light mounted on top of the water resistant enclosure.

Abstract: A ventilator that is small, lightweight, and portable, yet capable of being quickly adapted to operate in a plurality of different modes and configurations to deliver a variety of therapies to a patient. A porting system having a plurality of sensors structured to monitor a number of parameters with respect to the flow of gas, and a number of porting blocks is used to reconfigure the ventilator so that it operates as a single-limb or dual limb ventilator. In the single-limb configuration, an active or passive exhaust assembly can be provided proximate to the patient. The ventilator is capable of operate in a volume or pressure support mode, even in a single-limb configuration. In addition, a power control mechanism controls the supply of power to the ventilator from an AC power source, a lead acid battery, an internal rechargeable battery pack, and a detachable battery pack.

Abstract: A ventilator that is small, lightweight, and portable, yet capable of being quickly adapted to operate in a plurality of different modes and configurations to deliver a variety of therapies to a patent. A porting system having a plurality of sensors structured to monitor a number of parameters with respect to the flow of gas, and a number of porting blocks is used to reconfigure the ventilator so that it operates as a single-limb or dual limb ventilator. In the single-limb configuration, an active or passive exhaust assembly can be provided proximate to the patient. The ventilator is capable of operate in a volume or pressure support mode, even in a single-limb configuration. In addition, a power control mechanism controls the supply of power to the ventilator from an AC power source, a lead acid battery, an internal rechargeable battery pack, and a detachable battery pack.

Abstract: A ventilator that is small, lightweight, and portable, yet capable of being quickly adapted to operate in a plurality of different modes and configurations to deliver a variety of therapies to a patient. A porting system having a plurality of sensors structured to monitor a number of parameters with respect to the flow of gas, and a number of porting blocks is used to reconfigure the ventilator so that it operates as a single-limb or dual limb ventilator. In the single-limb configuration, an active or passive exhaust assembly can be provided proximate to the patient. The ventilator is capable of operate in a volume or pressure support mode, even in a single-limb configuration. In addition, a power control mechanism controls the supply of power to the ventilator from an AC power source, a lead acid battery, an internal rechargeable battery pack, and a detachable battery pack.

Abstract: Improved methods and devices are described for sensing the respiration pattern of a patient and controlling ventilator functions, particularly for use in an open ventilation system. A ventilation and breath sensing apparatus may include a ventilation gas delivery circuit and a ventilation tube coupled to the ventilation gas delivery circuit. A plurality of pressure sensing elements may be separated by a distance and may produce independent signals. The signals may be used to detect pressure differentials between the plurality of pressure sensing elements. Sensing ports may be located in an airway, and connected to transducers that are valved to optimize sensitivity and overpressure protection. Airway pressure and flow can both be obtained and used to optimize ventilator synchronization and therapy.

Abstract: The invention relates to a respiratory device for ventilating a patient. The respiratory device comprises a respirator that is or can be linked with an endotracheal tube or a respiratory mask. The respiratory device is provided with a control/regulation unit (1) for controlling and checking the expiration phase and with actuators (2, 39) controlled by the unit for actively influencing expiration and producing any expiration pattern during the expiration phase.

Abstract: A medical ventilator that includes a memory device, a controller operatively coupled to the memory device, and an accessory connector provided at or about the exterior of the ventilator housing. The controller is adapted to record ventilation data in the memory device that includes at least one of data relating to the operation of the ventilator and data relating to the breathing of the patient while ventilation therapy is being provided to the patient. The accessory connector is structured to operatively couple the controller to an accessory device and to provide power to the accessory device. The accessory connector also serves as a communication bus for enabling the accessory device to communicate data generated by it to the controller, which in turn is adapted to record the accessory device data in the memory device in a manner wherein the accessory device data is merged.

Abstract: A method of monitoring tracheal pressure of a subject is disclosed. The subject is ventilated with breathing gas flowing via an endotracheal tube having an inflatable cuff. The method comprises monitoring sealing of the trachea by the cuff using a close loop control, varying a ventilation pressure thereby varying flow level of the breathing gas, monitoring a response pressure within the cuff in response to the variation, and calculating the tracheal pressure using the ventilation pressure variations, the cuff response pressure and the flow level. In some embodiments, an under-pressure is applied for suctioning fluid carrying secretions, synchronously with variations in the tracheal pressure.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for supplying a breathing gas for a respiration. The apparatus includes a reciprocating unit configured to receive an inspiration gas flow and adapted to control respiratory movements. The apparatus also includes a gas mixer for supplying a fresh gas flow. The apparatus also includes a breathing circuit configured to conduct an expiration gas flow to the reciprocating unit and to conduct the fresh gas flow from the gas mixer for the respiration and to conduct the gas flow from the reciprocating unit for an inspiration, the breathing circuit comprising a CO2 remover configured to remove carbon dioxide from the gas. The apparatus also includes a first bypass passage configured to permit bypassing the reciprocating unit and connecting the breathing circuit to the inspiration gas flow upstream from the reciprocating unit.

Abstract: An oxygen concentrator provides ambulatory oxygen utilizing a vacuum swing adsorption (VSA) oxygen separator powered by a power pack. The separator has a plurality of nitrogen-selective adsorbent beds, each operating in VSA cycles including feed, evacuation and repressurization phases. The concentrator also contains a delivery system for receiving oxygen produced by the VSA separator.

Abstract: An articulated firefighter breathing pack includes multiple polymeric pressure vessels connected together and to a flexible manifold with sections of flexible conduit. The pressure vessels and sections of flexible conduit are encased in high strength fiber material. The pressure vessels are wrapped in high strength ballistic ribbon material. The manifold provides connections for a high pressure regulator and an air fill source. A low pressure hose is connected to the high pressure regulator, a low pressure regulator is connected to the low pressure hose and a mouthpiece connected to the low pressure regulator. A pressure vessel container attaches the pressure vessels, the flexible conduit and the manifold to a harness having a waist portion and two vertical straps extending upwardly over the shoulders and back down to the waist portion. A utility belt provides mounting for equipment for the breathing pack including hoses, a power supply, electronic sensors and controls.

Abstract: A dual area pressure pulmonary modulator apparatus which provides constant flow, pressure cycled ventilatory support to patients that is additionally equipped with fluid conduits in the valve mechanism and body that allow the clinician or user to manually actuate inhalation by occluding a fluid path emanating from the modulator. Such feature is useful for when the device stops cycling due to physiological changes of the patient, for determining if the patient is cycling the device or if the device is automatically cycling by nature of its setting, coordinating medical procedures with the breathing of the patient, increasing the PEEP beyond the intrinsic design PEEP of the device for a given PIP setting, increasing inspiratory hold time, and providing an easy to use alternative mode of operation for users with less sophistication.

Abstract: This invention provides a headgear for a mask assembly including straps for positioning on the head and means to minimise deviation from an optimal mask assembly setting when engaging or disengaging the mask assembly from operative use. Preferably, the disengaging means is a variable-length strap incorporating at least one length delimiter, which may be a hub in the strap or an alternative means which employ friction to remain in place. The strap surfaces may be modified to provide the delimiting means. The strap may incorporate a second delimiting means in moveable engagement with the strap. Preferably, one engagement means is in fixed engagement with the strap. One delimiting means may be a thickened strap portion. However, other means for delimiting the effective strap length may be used.

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus including an elongate tubular member utilized by extending into an endotracheal tube. A cleaning assembly provided at a distal end of the elongate tubular member radially expands to engage the interior wall of the endotracheal tube, for cleaning thereof by an outer periphery, achieving an effective cleaning engagement. A fluid impervious bladder portion provides an effective seal preventing fluid seepage during cleaning withdrawal. Further, a ventilator coupling connects to the endotracheal tube, a first inlet port couples to a ventilator assembly to supply air to a patient, and a second inlet port receives the elongate tubular member there through into the endotracheal tube. Also, a bypass coupling assembly connects between the channel of the elongate tubular member and the ventilator assembly directing air into the channel of the elongate tubular member and out the distal end upon occlusion of airflow.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes systems and methods that utilize a tracheal tube adaptor system. The tracheal tube adaptor system includes a tracheal tube adaptor and/or a flaring jig. A proximal end of a tracheal tube may be flared and the tracheal tube adaptor may be coupled to the proximal end of the tracheal tube. The tracheal tube adaptor may be configured to easily attach and detach an end connector. The end connector may be used to couple a variety of medical devices such as a ventilator, a manual respirator, a nebulizer, a vaporizer, suctioning equipment, and so forth, to the tracheal tube. The use of the tracheal tube adaptor system and methods enables the rapid detachment and attachment of various end connectors, thus allowing the coupling of the tracheal tube to a variety of medical devices.

Abstract: An elastic seamed thin-walled article having a single opening consists of two halve pair-hand shape films made from thermoplastic material and bonded through a coupling portion. It has an opening formed with a lip portion in an integrated manner. The thin-walled article is formed by at least one layer of the thermoplastic material to provide desired elasticity and recyclable characteristics.

Abstract: The invention relates to an antibacterial agent comprising, as active product, a haemostatic contact tissue with an acid pH combined with povidone iodine, the haemostatic contact tissue being regenerated or non-regenerated oxidized cellulose. It also relates to a device used for active protection of incision margins and incorporating such an antibacterial agent. The applicant has now demonstrated surprisingly that the combination of regenerated or non-regenerated oxidized cellulose with povidone iodine provided a degree of bacterial inhibition superior to simple use of regenerated or non-regenerated oxidized cellulose on its own or of povidone iodine on its own. This therefore represents a synergistic effect, which yields a novel agent that is both a very powerful haemostatic and also very powerful antibacterial substance.

Abstract: A spit prevention mask comprises a frame, the covering plate and two support arms. The covering plate is capable of being inserted onto the frame, two support arms can be attached onto the two ends of the frame. wherein with the above mentioned structure, the ear hook of each support arm can be placed around the user's ear, and the covering plate covers the user's mouth, and the separator keeps a predetermined distance between the covering plate and the user's mouth without any contact; therefore, the covering plate prevents spit coming from the user without reducing the clarity of speech of the user, allows facial expressions to be seen, does not affect intake of breath, and exhalations from the user do not cause fogging of the user's eyeglasses.

Abstract: An apparatus for preventing hearing loss having a body made of a soft compliant material having first and second ends and a channel extending therethrough, an acoustically limp material adjacent one of the ends of the body with the acoustically limp material having a hole therein aligned with the channel extending through the body, and a component film, disc or other structure covering or sealing the opening in the acoustically limp material. The film or disc may be formed of a high-strength polymer material and may be less than 10 micrometers in thickness. Rather than having a single channel extending through the body, a plurality of channels may extend therethrough and a plurality of corresponding holes may be provided in the acoustically limp material. The film, disc or other structure covers or seals the plurality of holes in the acoustically limp material.

Abstract: A system is provided for treating valvular disease percutaneously though a ventricular apex of the heart. The system includes a needle for piercing through the ventricular apex of the heart and creating a hole whereby a catheter can be passed through the skin and the wall of the heart to gain access to the interior of the heart. Once percutaneous access to the heart is obtained, any of a variety of techniques can be utilized for annular and/or valvular therapy and/or repair through, the catheter. A closure device is necessary for closing the puncture of the heart. Any of a variety of vascular closure devices can be modified to be utilized with the system to close the puncture of the ventricular apex of the heart.

Abstract: A tobacco dependence attenuation composition and method of preparing the same. The composition includes comminuted alfalfa leaves, peppermint, cayenne pepper, water, honey, and optionally, vitamin C. The alfalfa leaves may be finely ground to powder form. With the water at or near boiling temperature, these ingredients are mixed together. The mixed ingredients may be packaged and frozen to promote expression of sugar from the alfalfa and permeation of expressed sugar throughout the mix.

Abstract: A smoking article composition and a method of making a smoking article composition and an additive, wherein the additive comprises particles anchored to the cut filler by a metal oxide support. The additive can be formed by combining particles and a metal oxide precursor solution with the smoking article composition. The smoking article composition can comprise tobacco cut filler, cigarette paper and/or cigarette filter material.

Abstract: A two piece in-line smoking device meant for smoking small amounts of tobacco or other substances. A mouthpiece portion is inserted into a chamber portion and crimps a filter medium into place against a filter support permanently attached near the chamber portion top end. An internal conical lip extends around the inner circumference of the chamber portion bottom end. A method for preventing substance from falling out of the chamber portion includes filling the chamber portion cavity with substance and then adding an additional small amount of substance whereby the additional amount is pressed against the bottom end inner lip and against the first portion of added substance thereby forming a plug that prevents substance from falling out of the chamber portion.

Abstract: A kit including a package containing a plurality of preformed artificial nails having an application tab that removably clings to a surface of the nail, the application tab assembly including a body protruding from the nail, an attachment portion, and, optionally, an adhesive disposed between the body and the artificial nail. The clinging portion of the attachment portion, and the adhesive, if utilized, leaves substantially no residue on the artificial nail when the application tab assembly is removed from the surface of the artificial nail.

Abstract: A twin handled round hair styling brush with a first or right handle, a second or left handle that is a duplicate shape and size of the first or right handle, a round hollow center bristle base with bristles that can be made of several different bristle types that are used for drying, curling and styling hair, a motorized fan and heating element which is used to blow an even airflow onto the hair with the motorized fan and heating element housed inside the heat resisting round hollow center bristle base the round hair brush, an electrical power cord with a hi/lo/off regulator switch with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) cord connected to the motorized fan and heating element housed inside the bristle base and housed and run through the left handle portion.

Abstract: A method for treating malodor on an intimate area comprising: applying an intimate cleansing product to the intimate area; rinsing the intimate cleansing product from the intimate area; and applying an antiperspirant to the intimate area; wherein the intimate cleansing product comprises a malodor active.

Abstract: A method for reducing irritation on an intimate area comprising: applying an intimate cleansing product to the intimate area; rinsing the intimate cleansing product from the intimate area; applying a shave preparation to the intimate area; shaving the intimate area; wherein the intimate cleansing product comprises a malodor active.

Abstract: The present invention provides method of attaching a hair extension to a subject, the hair extension including a plurality of hairs attached to a base with an aperture through the base, the method including: i) selecting a first bundle of the subject's hair; ii) passing the first bundle of the subject's hair through the aperture; iii) selecting a second bundle of the subject's hair; and iv) clamping the first bundle of subject's hair to the second bundle of subject's hair with a clamp; wherein the clamped first and second bundles form a closed loop which retains the hair extension in place. The present invention also provides a hair extension for use in the method.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair used both for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of either naturally or chemically curled hair comprising a diamide compound. Accordingly, the present invention is on a composition for permanent shaping hair based on at least one reducing agent and a compound comprising at least two amide (diamide) groups in its molecule and at least one cationic polymer. Preferred diamide compounds are according to the general structure wherein R1 is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl chain with 1 to 12 C atoms which may be substituted with hydroxy and/or alkoxy groups, R2 is linear or branched alkyl chain with 1 to 5 C atoms, and R3 linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl chain with 1 to 22 C atoms.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an aqueous composition comprising an alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer. The inventors of the present invention have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl dially ammonium chloride colours and/or permanently shapes hair excellently and improves hair shine, combability and manageability and especially hair treated with such composition has less flyaway. Additionally it has been observed that hair coloured and/or permanently shaped more homogeneously from root to tips. The object of the present invention is a composition for hair comprising at least one alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl dially ammonium chloride. Cationic charge density of the polymer is preferably between 3 and 4 mEq/g and particularly 3.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an aqueous composition comprising an alkalizing agent and an aqueous emulsion of a silicone copolymer. The inventors of the present invention have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one alkalizing agent and an aqueous emulsion of divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer with an internal phase viscosity of more than 1×108 mm2/s measured at 0.01 Hz and at about 25° C. colours and/or permanently shapes hair excellently and improves hair shine, combability and manageability and especially hair treated with such composition has less flyaway. Additionally it has been observed that hair coloured and/or permanently shaped more homogeneously from root to tips. The subject of the present invention is an aqueous composition for human hair comprising at least one alkalizing agent and an aqueous emulsion of divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer with an internal phase viscosity of more than 1×108 mm2/s measured at 0.01 Hz and at about 25° C.

Abstract: An aqueous oxidative colouring composition for keratin fibres has at least one oxidative dye precursor and optionally at least one coupling agent and an aqueous emulsion of divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer with an internal phase viscosity of more than 1×108 mm2/s measured at 0.01 Hz and at about 25° C. and at least one alkyl ether or ester or amine alkyl amine or quaternary ammonium compound.

Abstract: A cosmetics case includes a case body and a cover body. The case body has an accommodating room, a first pivot, and a first buckle. The cover body is connected to the case body and has a second pivot as well as a second buckle that both are designed in accordance with the first pivot and the first buckle of the case body. The cover body further has a non-transparent decoration area and a transparent window that are designed in accordance with the accommodating room of the case body. The window surrounds the decoration area and accordingly surrounds the accommodating room of the case body. Through the window, users are able to observe the color or the amount of the cosmetic article such as a powder foundation, a lipstick, cheek, or an eye shadow in the accommodating room inside the cosmetics case.

Abstract: Disclosed is a toothpick having a structure wherein the two ends each have different functions. The toothpick comprises two end portions with one end portion configured in a linear body and the other end portion configured in a hook body, wherein the tips of both end portions are pointed, the overall cross section is elliptical and the overall surface is embossed. The linear body can be used for relatively easy removal of food waste retained in the mouth, while the hook body is used to efficiently remove food stuck deep in the mouth. The embossed surface of the toothpick helps to improve the removal of food waste.

Abstract: A method for making and using bio-based cleaning compositions containing an epoxidized fatty acid ester is provided herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved squeegee assembly. Some embodiments of the present invention are directed to a uniquely shaped squeegee configuration that has been found to remove liquids from a floor in an efficient manner. One particular embodiment utilizes a W-shaped squeegee. Other embodiments are directed to a squeegee fixation device. Yet other embodiments are directed toward a squeegee orientation device. Some embodiments are also directed toward a lifting mechanism and the connection between the squeegee assembly and the lifting mechanism.

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus disclosing embodiments wherein a covering may be affixed to an apparatus head or removable or a combination of removable and fixed covering. A portion of the apparatus is hollow and may be used as a product dispenser to retain and dispense various flowable solutions. Certain embodiments feature a scrubbing surface to aid in removing debris. Other embodiments teach a cleaning head of varying size and shape to permit navigation of small or select areas. Further embodiments disclose various cleaning, drying, and polishing surfaces such as brushes, sponges, microfiber, abrasive surfaces, melamine, and tacky surfaces. A variety of reversible and permanent affixation methods are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for cleaning the rubber blanket stretched over a rubber blanket cylinder (1) of a printing press, using a cleaning apparatus, characterized in that the cleaning apparatus comprises at least one moving and transporting apparatus (6), at least two cleaning modules (2) which are connected to each other, at least one cleaning cloth winding reel (4), and at least one cleaning cloth supply reel (3), wherein the moving and transporting apparatus (6) is designed such that it can move the cleaning modules (2) connected to each other parallel to the axis of the rubber blanket cylinder (1), and the moving and transporting apparatus (6) is furthermore designed such that it transports a cleaning cloth provided on the cleaning cloth supply reel (3) onto the cleaning cloth winding reel (4) by way of the cleaning modules (2).

Abstract: Disclosed is a flow-driven antifouling device for a seismic marine streamer cable. A cylindrical housing is circumferentially mounted to a submerged, circular cable. Fluid flow over the cable provides motive power to rotate the device around the outer surface of the cable, preventing barnacles, marine growth and other fouling accumulation. Interior wheels contact the cable outer surface to disrupt fouling growth and control the direction of travel along the length of the cable. Radially-protruding vanes utilize the local fluid flow over the cable to apply a rotation to the device, powering its movement. The orientation of the inner wheels determines corkscrew direction, allowing forward and aft travel along the cable. Continuous and uninterrupted motion prevents fouling development, which improves the fidelity of seismic sensors and decreases drag on the cable.

Abstract: A controller and recorder is disclosed for controlling, monitoring, and recording concentrations, temperature, air flow, fluid flow, and valve position a cleaning system. The invention allows a user to monitor multiple outputs at one time to quickly and efficiently diagnose malfunctions in the cleaning system. The invention records and archives the outputs during operation of the cleaning system. The data may then be downloaded by a user and analyzed for malfunctions in the system. For example, the data may indicate malfunctioning valves or fouled sensors in the cleaning system.

Abstract: A stethoscope disinfection monitoring and reporting system structured and configured to track, monitor and report the cleaning, disinfecting, and/or sterilizing of the head portion of a stethoscope is presented. The system comprises a stethoscope cleaning assembly cooperatively structured and configured to clean the head portion of the stethoscope, for instance, via the application of a cleaning fluid or solution thereto. The system further comprises a monitoring device and a cooperatively structured and disposed reader assembly. The monitoring device may be unique to, or otherwise serve to identify, the stethoscope. The reader assembly is structured and disposed to detect, identify, and record data pertaining to the monitoring device and/or stethoscope upon cleaning the head portion, or otherwise upon disposition of the head portion into a cleaning relation with the stethoscope cleaning assembly.

Abstract: A spray-type car wash system includes an overhead carriage which can move longitudinally the length of a wash bay. A pair of laterally opposed spray arms depend from the carriage. During vehicle entry into the bay, LED-based lights running down the length of each arm are caused to flash to help the driver center a vehicle between the arms. Cushioning and breakaway features protect the arms from damage. A single-arm system is also disclosed. A double-light, stationary support system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A compressor wash system for compressor washing includes stages of fluid delivery lines coupled at one end to a pump output and at the other end to a corresponding nozzle set. A control valve is connected to the fluid delivery line between the pump and the nozzle set, selectively supplying fluid between the pump and the nozzle set. Each nozzle of a nozzle set is positioned on an inlet of the compressor to allow the stages to wash a portion of the compressor. Nozzle sets are positioned around a bellmouth assembly and/or around an inlet cone of the compressor inlet, with a nozzle spray tip of each nozzle extending into an inlet air flow path of the compressor. Fluid may be directed to one or more of the stages in a sequencing pattern determined and configured to wash the compressor. Templates and installation guides are utilized to position the nozzles.

Abstract: A carwash system is disclosed wherein a spray arm dependingly mounted to an overhead longitudinally movable carriage for dispensing fluids onto the exterior surfaces of a vehicle in a wash bay unidirectionally circumnavigates the vehicle for multiple circuits while performing one or more wash functions by coordinating longitudinal and rotational movements of the arm through the selective operation of two independent motor drives. Electrical power and/or data is carried to and from electrical devices on the arm by way of a slip ring conductor which is mounted coaxially with the arm pivot on the bottom side of the carriage. The fluid supply conduit also passes concentrically through this pivot.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and an apparatus for liquefying natural gas.

Abstract: In a method for operating a dishwasher containing wash items, in particular a household dishwasher, at least at times a heated liquid to the wash items is applied during at least two of a plurality of program steps. A desorption process for desorption of a reversibly dehydratable drying material of a sorption drying system is effected at least at times. The desorption process is carried out at least partially before or during a first of the at least two program steps, with heated liquid being applied to the wash items during the at least two program steps.