Abstract: A starting device for at least one combustion engine, in particular cable pull starting device for at least one two-stroke or four-stroke engine, with at least one cable sheave or cable drum rotatably mounted in a housing, which for generating a driving fork for a crankshaft can be put into rotary motion by means of at least one starter handle or pulling handle via at least one force transmission means, in particular via a starter cable or pulling cable and is connected to at least one driving member, in particular to at least one pawl driver via at least one elastic coupling element, by means of which the driving torque can be transmitted to the crankshaft, the coupling link having two ends, wherein an end is in engagement with the driving member and another end with the cable sheave or the cable drum.

Abstract: A crankcase is provided for an internal combustion engine with at least one coated cylinder bore, which has a chamfer on a separating surface facing a cylinder head. A countersink is arranged on the chamfer. The geometry allows an additional grinding process on a separating surface facing a cylinder head to be omitted.

Abstract: A piston and an engine are provided that includes various precise configuration parameters, including dimensions, shape and/or relative positioning of combustion chamber features. More particularly, configuration parameters for a piston crown and a piston bowl located within the piston crown are provided. The piston bowl configuration results in a combustion process that yields decreased heat transfer to a cylinder head of the internal combustion engine as well as reduced NOx emissions.

Abstract: Embodiments for a lubrication system for an internal combustion engine are provided. In one example, a lubrication system for an internal combustion engine comprises a lubricant circuit, a radiator for cooling the lubricant, a heat accumulator arranged upstream of the engine for warming up the lubricant, the heat accumulator connected in parallel to the radiator, and a valve for switching over the lubricant circuit between the radiator and the heat accumulator. In this way, the oil may be rapidly heated during cold engine start conditions.

Abstract: A crankcase lubricant composition, method for improving the soot or sludge handling capability of a crankcase lubricant composition and a method of operating an engine on a crankcase lubricant composition. The lubricant composition includes a base oil and a reaction product of mono-succinimide dispersant and an acidic compound containing two or more pyrrole groups.

Abstract: A motorcycle engine case comprises crankshaft support portions that are configured and adapted to support a crankshaft in a manner such that the crankshaft is rotatable about a crankshaft axis relative to the engine case. The engine case also comprises an internal cavity that is configured and adapted to house at least one flywheel in a manner such that the flywheel is rotatable about the crankshaft axis with the crankshaft relative to the engine case. The engine case further comprises an adjustable oil scraper that is movable toward and away from the crankshaft axis and that can be locked in position relative to the crankshaft axis. The oil scraper is adapted and configured to remove oil clinging to the flywheel as the flywheel rotates about the crankshaft axis.

Abstract: Sets of apparatus for translating motion from a rotating non-circular loop to linear motion and in possible cases vice versa. Such mechanisms are used in muffler cap spinning technology and engine crankshaft with uneven strokes; but not restricted to said applications. The mechanisms include a non-circular cam, a linear sliding arm or piston and parts to connect them. Disclosure also includes an adjustable closure for a sliding arm which could be utilized for said muffler cap spinning mechanisms or other applications.

Abstract: A cover member includes: a cover body that is located such that a reverse surface of the cover body faces an engine; a sticker that has a sticker body and an adhesive layer, the sticker body being formed such that the sticker body covers an aesthetically-designed concave portion that is formed on a top surface of the cover body, the adhesive layer being provided on a reverse-surface side of the sticker body to adhere the sticker body to the cover body; and a communication path that communicates an interior of the aesthetically-designed concave portion with the atmosphere.

Abstract: A two-stroke opposite radial rotary-piston engine is proposed, comprising a block including sleeves, pairs of pistons disposed within the sleeves and oppositely movable, a power takeoff shaft, two parallel positioned rotors mounted thereon having an inner surface formed by a closed curved line. The rotors have concaved surface portions. Cross-like traverses are mounted, pair-wise spanning the pistons. The traverses are associated with engagement means, cooperating with the concaved portions. The engine comprises support bearings, coupled to the traverses. Support bearings include an external bushing, rolling over the rotor's inner surface, thereby impelling the rotor. The engagement means are mounted in the region of contact of the support bearings and rotors, thereby eliminating lateral force moment, extending the lifespan of the engine.

Abstract: An ignition timing setting apparatus includes a pulse generator for generating crank pulses corresponding to crank angles, a crank angular speed variation calculating section for calculating a crank angular speed variation based on an interval of the crank pulses, an engine load estimating section for estimating an indicated mean effective pressure from the crank angular speed variation, and an ignition timing determining section having an ignition timing control map for determining an ignition timing advance quantity in accordance with the estimated indicated mean effective pressure and an engine temperature or an engine speed. Such ignition timing setting apparatus sets appropriate ignition timings for avoiding a knocking occurrence load range based on an accurate estimated engine load.

Abstract: An internal combustion engine includes a cylinder chamber having a cylinder gas inlet and a cylinder gas outlet; an adjustment plate attached to the cylinder gas outlet; an exhaustion pipe attached to the cylinder gas outlet with the adjustment plate in between; and a piston disposed inside the cylinder chamber. The adjustment plate has a through hole having an opening area smaller than that of the air cylinder gas outlet. The adjustment plate is attached to the cylinder gas outlet so that a lower edge of the through hole is situated at a higher position relative to a lower edge of the cylinder gas outlet. The piston is disposed inside the cylinder chamber so that an upper end surface of the piston is situated at a higher position relative to the lower edge of the cylinder gas outlet when the piston is situated at a bottom dead point.

Abstract: A common-rail-type fuel injection control device where an error in the correction of a fuel injection amount when an exhaust brake is used is eliminated enabling a more reliable correction of a fuel injection amount. A minute injection is performed plural times in a non-injection state. A difference between a reference energizing time, which becomes the reference for a fuel injection valve, and an actual energizing time based on a frequency component corresponding to a variation in an engine speed which is generated in the minute injection is learned. A correction control corrects an energizing time and timing. The correction control is corrected corresponding to a presence or non-presence of an operation of an exhaust brake and a magnitude of a supercharging pressure, and an amount of variation in an engine speed calculated based on a rotational variation frequency component.

Abstract: Based on a detection signal of a fuel pressure sensor provided in a first fuel injector, an ECU determines whether a fuel pressure in a first fuel injector is increased over a specified amount when a second fuel injector provided with no fuel pressure sensor terminates a fuel injection. When the ECU determines that the fuel pressure in the first fuel injector is increased over a specified amount, it is diagnosed that the second fuel injector does not have a malfunction of continuous injection.

Abstract: A pressure pipe fitting for feeding high-pressure fuel to, and discharging fuel from, an injector of a common-rail injection system of an internal combustion engine includes at least one inner pipe and an outer pipe coaxially arranged with the inner pipe, with an annular space formed between the outer and inner pipes, and an intermediate piece arranged in the annular space for coaxially positioning the inner pipe and the outer pipe. The inner pipe preferably has conical seat surface on its end face. A threaded connection is provided to position the intermediate piece at a defined axial distance from the seat surface on the inner pipe. The inner pipe comprises a stop acting in the axial direction and cooperating with a counter-stop of the intermediate piece.

Abstract: Torque multiplier engines, and associated methods and systems, are disclosed herein. An internal combustion engine in accordance with a particular embodiment can include a connecting rod operably coupling a pair of opposing pistons. The engine can further include a first bearing coupled to the connecting rod and positioned to engage a first cam groove of an inner cam drum. A second bearing coupled to the connecting rod can be positioned to engage a second cam groove on an outer cam drum. The first and second bearings can translate linear motion of the opposing pistons to rotation of the cam drums.

Abstract: A classification method for an injector may include: actuating the injector by means of a predefinable test control signal, detecting a quantity of liquid dispensed by the injector on the basis of the test control signal, classifying the injector as a function of the detected dispensed quantity of liquid, and determining a required control signal on the basis of the classification of the injector considering a reduced injector stroke. A calibration method for a characteristic map of an injector, and a test bench device for performing the injector classification method are also provided.

Abstract: A drive circuit for driving an electromagnetic fuel-injection valve, the drive circuit varying an application sequence of a drive voltage, which is supplied from a step-up power supply to a fuel-injection valve for conducting injection multiple times in a single stroke of an internal-combustion engine, between the first injection and the second and subsequent injections, and setting the application sequence such that the consumption of power from the step-up power supply in the first injection becomes smaller than the power consumption in one of the second and subsequent injections.

Abstract: A tank system (1) for a motor vehicle having an internal combustion engine to which fuel is supplied from a tank (2), wherein the tank (2) is assigned, in a ventilation path to the atmosphere (7), a flushable filter device (6, 6) for being loaded with hydrocarbon vapors of the fuel. The filter device (6, 6) has multiple mutually separate activated carbon filters (6). All of the activated carbon filters (6) are connected permanently in parallel. In this way, the ventilation resistance from the tank in the direction of the atmosphere can be kept low.

Abstract: An evaporated fuel treating device includes a chamber, closest to an atmospheric port, divided into first, second, and third compartments by a partition member having a peripheral wall and a separating wall. The first compartment has an adsorbent layer and one end in communication with the third compartment and another end in communication with a tank port. The second compartment communicates with the first compartment through a first communication portion formed at one end of the peripheral wall. One end of the second compartment communicates with the third compartment through a second communication portion provided in the separating wall, while the other end thereof is closed. The airflow resistance of a second filter covering one end of the peripheral wall and one end of the separating wall is higher than the airflow resistance of a first filter covering one end of the adsorbent layer.

Abstract: An evaporative fuel treatment apparatus for a vehicle is provided with a reverse flow preventing valve provided in a fuel supply pipe, a positioning plate provided on the fuel supply pipe, a pressing plate mounted slidably on the fuel supply pipe between the positioning plate the reverse flow preventing valve, a seal member clamped between the positioning plate and the pressing plate, and a stopper. When the fuel supply is started, the reverse flow preventing valve is configured to be set opened so as to form a liquid trap between the reverse flow preventing valve and the pressing plate. When the liquid surface reaches the pressing plate, the fuel pushes the pressing plate upward and the seal member is collapsed in the vertical direction so that the seal member protrudes toward the fuel supply gun insertion holes and makes tight contact with the fuel supply gun to seal a gap.

Abstract: A system for improving distribution of gases within an intake manifold of an engine is presented. The system may be used to improve engine air-fuel control. In one example, turbulence of gases entering an intake manifold is increased.

Abstract: A stratified scavenging two-cycle engine (10) comprising an engine body (11), a carburetor (12) equipped with a pivotable rotary valve (22) for switching between opening and closing of a single intake path, and an insulator (13) having heat insulating performance. The rotary valve (22) of the carburetor (12) is provided with a fuel injecting nozzle opening (26) open downward. Fuel from the nozzle opening (26) is injected in the directions corresponding to a mixed gas path (27) and to that portion of an air path (28) which is upstream in the mixed gas path (27).

Abstract: A saw (1) being portable and/or wheeled, such as a wall saw, floor saw or masonry saw, comprising a rotatable circular saw blade (3), a drive motor (5) with an motor output shaft (9) for rotating the saw blade (3), and a transmission (20) for interconnecting the motor output shaft (9) to the rotatable saw blade (3) in order to change an unsuitable high speed and low torque combination of the motor output shaft (9) into a more useable lower speed and higher torque combination at the rotatable tool (3), wherein the transmission (20) comprises two adjustable friction saw protective clutches in parallel, which can be set at a desired predetermined value, so as to limit the maximum size of the forces that the teeth and gears of the transmission (20) are exposed to. No over dimensioning is necessary, and the transmission (20) will make out fine in rough environments. The transmission may be of single-speed or two-speed type.

Abstract: There is provided an oven having an oven door assembly connected to a housing. The housing surrounds an oven interior and has an opening into the oven interior. The door assembly has an oven access door that covers the opening in the housing in a closed position. The oven access door moves in a first direction from a closed position to an open position uncovering the opening into the oven interior. The oven has a depth in the closed position. The oven access door moves in the first direction from the closed position to the open position within substantially the same depth of the oven in the closed position.

Abstract: A description is given of a support for bearing foods in convection cooking ovens, which is intended to be housed in the cooking chamber of the oven, the support comprising a surface of open structure with through apertures, on which provision is made for bearing the foods, and also a collecting plate for the cooking liquids which is disposed in a position spaced from and opposite said surface, so as to collect said liquids dropping from the foods during the cooking stage, the collecting plate comprising a base having a predetermined inclination in the direction of at least one discharge opening provided in the plate, for discharging the collected liquids. A convection cooking oven equipped with the aforesaid support is also described.

Abstract: A grill system includes a grill frame and a cooking surface attached to the grill frame. The grill system also includes a solid fuel compartment positioned proximate to the cooking surface. The grill system additionally includes a burner positioned below the solid fuel compartment. Cooking may be accomplished by alternately using only the burner, using only solid fuel placed in the solid fuel compartment, and using both the burner and the solid fuel placed in the solid fuel compartment to heat a common area of the cooking surface without modifying an arrangement of the solid fuel compartment and the burner.

Abstract: The invention relates to a foldable cooking device comprising: a first partial shell (2); a second partial shell (3) pivotably connected to the first partial shell (2) via a hinge (6); a heating unit (8) mounted to an inside (9) of the first partial shell (2); and a lighting unit (14, 14a) for illuminating the heating unit (8) in the unfolded state (US) of the cooking device, the lighting unit (14, 14a) being attached to an inside (15) of the second partial shell (3), wherein the insides (9, 15) of the first partial shell (2) and the second partial shell (3) face each other in the folded state of the cooking device.

Abstract: A collapsible rack assembly for supporting a solar module and methods of assembling the same are provided. The assembly is movable from a collapsed position to an assembled position. The assembly comprises a plurality of collapsible frames, each of which comprises a first leg, a second leg, and a third leg. The first leg extends substantially parallel to a support surface. The second leg extends from the first leg at a first angle relative to the first leg when the frame is assembled and supports the solar module at the first angle when assembled. The third leg extends from the first leg at a second angle relative to the first leg when the frame is assembled. The second and third legs are rotatably connected to the first leg. When in the collapsed position the legs are nested so that one of the legs is disposed within another of the legs.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus by which solar energy may be collected as heat are disclosed. Some systems include an elevated solar receiver comprising multiple tubes arranged lengthwise in the receiver in a side-by-side parallel configuration across a transverse dimension of the receiver. The receiver comprises an inlet section configured to receive a heat transfer fluid into the tubing arrangement and an outlet section configured to output heated heat transfer fluid from the tubing arrangement. The multiple tubes of the tubing arrangement define together a flowing circuit between the inlet section and the outlet section from the outer tube or tubes to the inner tube or tubes. The solar energy collector system further includes an instrumentation and control system for controlling the orientation of at least one orientable reflector to provide in operation a concentrated illuminated area comprising a peaked profile across the transverse dimension of the receiver.

Abstract: Disclosed is a solar light heat receiver having a heat receiving tube which allows a heat medium to flow through the inside thereof and which transmits the heat of irradiated solar light to the heat medium, the solar light heat receiver being provided with a partition member which divides the inside of the heat receiving tube into a first passage on the light receiving surface side to be irradiated with solar light, and a second passage on the non-light receiving surface side opposite to the first passage in the irradiation direction of solar light.

Abstract: A solar collector is provided having an absorber (100), which has a front side (102) facing toward the solar radiation during use and a back side (103) facing away from the solar radiation during use, a transparent cover (200) arranged essentially plane-parallel opposite the front side (102) of the absorber (100), and a back wall (300) arranged opposite the back side (103) of the absorber (100). The solar collector distinguishes itself in that the back wall (300) is constructed as a transparent pane, in particular a glass pane or plastic pane, and contains, at least in some regions, a medium which reflects infrared radiation and is reflective in the direction of the back side (103) of the absorber (100). Further, a composite pane is provided, in particular a composite glass pane (1), an absorber (100), and a use of such an absorber (100) in solar collectors and composite panes. This absorber can also have a coating for the reduction of heat emission (low-e).

Abstract: The present invention provides a reactor for preparing thin films of compound semiconductors for photovoltaic devices. The reactor includes a chamber that has a bottom surface that, in some locations, has protrusions that contact the bottom surface of the substrate having the compound semiconductor to provide uniform heating and cooling of the substrate. Interior walls of the chamber can also be lined with high thermal conductivity portions and low thermal conductivity portions interposed between high thermal conductivity portions.

Abstract: A high-frequency induction atomization device for delivers an atomized physiological active substance for absorption through the respiratory tract. The device includes a housing and an atomizing core (1), a high-frequency generator (6), a sensor (7) and a power supply unit (10) provided in the housing. The power supply unit (10), the sensor (7) and the high-frequency generator (6) are installed in the housing sequentially. The atomizing core (1) is inserted into the high frequency coil (3). A gap functioning as a gas flow channel is left between the atomizing core (1) and the high frequency coil (3). The electric current of the atomizing core (1) is produced by high-frequency induction. The atomizing core (1) is removable, low in cost, and easy in batch process.

Abstract: Anti-inflammatory and antiallergic compounds of the glucocorticosteroid series, according to formula (I) according to formula (I) defined herein are useful for treating diseases of the respiratory tract characterized by airway obstruction.

Abstract: Described are a dose counter (200) for use with an inhaler (5), and an actuator (20) for use with or as part of a dispenser. Further described is a dispenser containing a dose counter.

Abstract: A device (FV) for filtering breathing gas has a housing (G) with a gas inlet (GE), a gas outlet (GA) and a filter (F), which is arranged in a first housing section (G1) formed between the gas inlet (GE) and the gas outlet (GA). The housing (G) has a second housing section (G2) gas-tightly separated from the first housing section (G1) with at least one first wall (W1, W2, W3), which establishes a thermal contact with a wall (W1, W2, W3) of the first housing section (G1). The second housing section (G2) has an opening on an outer side of the housing (G).

Abstract: A fastening device for a strap, including a receiving element, a clip with at least one spring element configured for a locking engagement in the receiving element, and a slide moveable relative to the clip so that movement of the slide moves the spring element out of its position of rest for releasing the locking engagement.

Abstract: There is provided a metered dose inhaler port for a ventilated patient where the port has a critical distance (as defined herein) sufficient to allow a metered dose inhaler to discharge into the port when the metered dose inhaler has a dose counter attached to it. The port must also have a stiffness sufficient to avoid bending upon insertion of the metered dose inhaler stem. The disclosure discusses an elongation of the metered dose inhaler actuator port to allow for use with metered dose inhaler canisters with and without dose counters. This solution maintains the original drug path length and so minimizes changes that might change the drug dispersal characteristics of the port and require governmental approval or re-education of medical personnel.

Abstract: The invention provides a combination of a micro pump 27 or a micro valve with a vibrating mesh nebuliser 2. This is powered by a controller 3. The controller 3 may have modifications to provide the electrical drive mechanism for the pump 27 in addition to fulfilling the aerosol/nebuliser drive requirements. In one case the system is used for humidifying gas in a ventilator circuit. A humidifying agent (sterile water or sterile saline) is aerosolised and then delivered to a ventilator circuit 100 coupled to the respiratory system of a patient.

Abstract: A dry powder inhaler including a housing defining a chamber for receiving a dose of powdered medicament, an inhalation port in fluid communication with the chamber, at least one airflow inlet providing fluid communication between the chamber and an exterior of the housing, and a flutter element in the chamber and associated with a dose of powdered medicament. The flutter element has a tensioned distal end proximate the at least one airflow inlet and a free proximal end opposite to the distal end and downstream of the inlet. The flutter element is configured to vibrate in response to airflow through the chamber and aerosolize the dose of powdered medicament.

Abstract: This invention is a method, device, and system to provide respiratory assistance to people with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), or other respiratory conditions, comprising harvesting and storing energy from gas outflow during exhalation and using that stored energy to increase gas inflow during inhalation. In an example, this invention may provide Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) or Continuous positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). This invention can be embodied in a self-contained energy-harvesting positive airway pressure mask, nasal inserts, or mouth appliance. This invention offers a combination of the following five benefits for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) treatment: minimally-invasive; energy self-sufficient; freedom of movement; hypercapnia avoidance; and adjustable energy harvesting over multiple respiratory cycles.

Abstract: Pressure support therapy is provided to a subject. The effectiveness of the provided pressure support therapy is determined and/or the therapy is titrated based on determinations of the concentration of one or more gaseous molecular species in gas exhaled by the subject. The determinations of composition of gas exhaled by the subject are obtained from samples with relatively little distortion caused by dilution of expired gases from gases provided to the airway of the subject as part of the pressure support therapy.

Abstract: An air control valve includes a body which includes a passage with an inlet and an outlet, and a chamber located between and communicated with the inlet and the outlet. The air control valve further includes a valve element rotatably disposed in the chamber, and a motor connected to the valve element for driving the valve element to rotate between a first position where the outlet communicates with the inlet and a second position where the valve element disconnects the outlet from the inlet.

Abstract: A mask system includes a frame and a cushion provided to the frame. The frame provides a brace or fulcrum like structure about which the cushion may pivot, bend, and/or flex.

Abstract: A face mask which has a fabric body of folded filter material that defines an expandable face pocket, an interior face, an exterior face, a top edge, a bottom edge and opposed side edges. A bendable strip of metal defines a nosepiece that is centrally positioned between the opposed side edges along the top edge. The nosepiece has a length that is not less than 3.50 cm and not more than 6.00 cm, and a width that is not less than 0.30 cm and not more than 2.00 cm. Straps are used to secure the fabric body to a person's head.

Abstract: A larynx tube (10) for ventilation has a tube shaft (12), which has a ventilation lumen (18), having an oesophageal cuff (28) which is arranged on the tube shaft (12) for blocking the oesophagus (14) and having a drainage channel (46) which has a drainage opening (48?) which is arranged distally in respect of the oesophageal cuff (28). The drainage channel (46) is formed by a drainage pipe (44) which is arranged in a longitudinal groove (42) of the tube shaft (12) which is provided on an outer side (40) of the tube shaft (12). The drainage pipe (44) is adhesively bonded and/or welded to the tube shaft (12). The tube shaft (12) has a proximal and a distal longitudinal shaft portion (56, 58) which are adhesively bonded and/or welded to each other. The distal longitudinal shaft portion (58) is constructed as an injection-moulded component.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic, diagnostic or surgical tool, e.g. surgical guide frame for medical treatments, comprising: —a rigid structure, and —at least one functional guidance element (13), wherein the rigid structure comprises means for positioning and holding the rigid structure around a soft tissue area of a patient and includes means for compressing the soft tissue area surrounded by the positioning and holding means as well as to the use of such a therapeutic, diagnostic or surgical tool for medical treatments, especially in areas where the therapeutic, diagnostic or surgical tool, e.g. surgical guide is supported on soft tissue.

Abstract: System and method for the treatment of sleep apnea and snoring having a removable collar with a tubular sleeve inside made of foam rubber, which is applied around the neck and forces the head to remain upright or extended and the muscle tissues of the throat stay tight. The collar is divided into three main sections, the front in which the collar is adjusted so the band adopts a curved form with a height between 8 and 10 cm. and is placed between the mandible and sternal manubrium; the lateral sections where the band portion supports and stabilizes the front section and a rear section where the ends of the band join, the lateral sections of foam. The collar separates the chin and jaw of the sternal manubrium sternum on which it rests.

Abstract: The present invention is a safe, inexpensive, easy to use and effective anti-snoring and anti-sleep apnea treatment device. The device has a vertical and horizontal bar. The horizontal bar is placed inside the mouth, behind or between the molar teeth with palatine and tongue shelves to prevent snoring and movement of the tongue backwards. The device is tethered to the hard palate by vacuum cups to prevent the movement of the tongue backwards during sleep to prevent sleep apnea. The proximal end of the vertical bar is anchored to string at the distal end with hook and loop fabric closure adhesive attachment and to the lips outside the mouth to prevent the accidental swallowing and aspiration of the device; and at the same time holds the tongue and device firmly in the mouth. The device is provided with canula with three way stopcocks to deliver supplemental oxygen and therapeutic agents.

Abstract: A anti-snoring and anti-obstructive sleep apnea apparatus has a plate or metal frame tongue shelf splint to prevent the flaccid tongue falling back, a palate shelf splint projection to elevate the soft palate and prevents its vibration, incisors teeth receptacles or pockets sockets for jaw displacer to hold the mandible moved forwards, and to prevent it falling back held between the bite block, catheter-tubing to administer oxygen supplementation from the external source which reduces air turbulence and promotes nasal breathing, a submental suprahyoid muscle stimulator placed below the tongue, and above the mucous membrane. An injection port is provided to administer any therapeutic agents and local anesthetics to reduce the sensitivity of the tongue and oral cavity mucus membrane lining to the foreign objects. This device is used to deliver therapeutic agents to prevent and to treat halitosis and various diseases.