Abstract: Segments are linked in the circumferential direction to assemble a pipe unit, which is linked to another pipe unit in the pipe-length direction to assemble a rehabilitation pipe inside an existing pipe. Before the pipe unit is assembled or after the pipe unit has been assembled, a spacer is attached to the segment using a spacer holder to prevent the spacer from falling down from the segment. The pipe unit having the spacer attached to the segment is linked to the pipe units that have already been linked. The rehabilitation pipe is positioned relative to the existing pipe using the spacer that is attached to the segment. A filler is injected between the positioned rehabilitation pipe and the existing pipe.

Abstract: A monitor stand for use in holding and maintaining a position of a monitor comprising a carrier adapted to removably and fixedly hold a monitor, the carrier including first and second trapezoidal shaped cubic mounting protrusions on a bottommost portion of the carrier, and wherein the carrier is further adapted to rotate between a first angular placement and a second angular placement, a base enclosure adapted to provide a substantially stable platform to hold the monitor in an upright condition and to provide a frictional engagement against which the carrier can rotate, the base enclosure including first and second base enclosure channels, a low friction insert adapted to be inserted between the carrier and the base enclosure and which is part of the frictional engagement of the base enclosure, the low friction insert including a first and second channel insertion portions adapted to fit into the first and second base enclosure channels respectively, and wherein the first and second trapezoidal shaped cubic

Abstract: A multi-appendage device for holding, suspending, or gripping an object. The device includes: a body, and a plurality of flexible appendages attached to and extending from the body. Each appendage in turn includes an elongate integral piece of molded material, and an elongate integral piece of material that is located within an interior of the elongate integral piece of molded material, and that is generally flexible and inelastic. In accordance with this aspect, each appendage is bendable into various different shapes and is generally inelastic so as to remain in a shape into which it is bent. Preferably, the device further includes an add-on component that attaches to the body to extend from a top of the body and serve as a handle. Alternatively, or additionally, the add-on component may include a light, a storage compartment, or both.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a fastening structure based on ratchet mesh. The fastening structure includes a ratchet sleeve shaft comprising at least one first ratchet portion set on an outer surface thereof, an adjustable sleeve shaft sleeved in the adjustable sleeve shaft and being rotatable around a central axis thereof, and an elastic ratchet plate separately sleeved on the ratchet sleeve shaft. The elastic ratchet plate includes a second ratchet portion corresponding to the first ratchet portion and at least one end fixed to the adjustable sleeve shaft.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multifunctional apparatus (100) comprising a support (12) which can be moved between a parked position especially a horizontal position and/or a position below the ceiling in a room, and a non-horizontal operational position. In order to further develop said multifunctional apparatus (100) in such a way that same can be reached more easily in the room, the free end of the support (12) that is equipped with supply devices, media devices and/or data devices (24) can be moved three-dimensionally.

Abstract: A drain hole for connecting a discharge hole and the inside of a collection container to each other is formed in a valve seat member. A float support is provided with a cylinder portion in which a piston is incorporated in a slidable manner. An vent valve for opening and closing a vent hole by means of a float is provided to the float support. A drain valve which operates between a closing position at which the drain valve closes the drain hole and an open position at which the drain valve opens the drain hole is provided to the piston. A bleed channel for connecting a piston chamber and the discharge hole to each other is formed by an orifice pin mounted in a bleed hole provided to the drain valve.

Abstract: A metallic positive expulsion fuel tank with stress free weld seams may include a first hemispherical shell with a first edge; a pressurized gas inlet attached to the first hemispherical shell; and a metallic cylinder with first and second edges attached to the first hemispherical shell along matching first edges by a first weld seam. The tank may also include a second hemispherical shell with a first edge attached to a fuel outlet fixture. An elastomeric diaphragm may be attached to the fuel outlet fixture on the second hemispherical shell. The second hemispherical shell may be attached to the second edge of the metallic cylinder along matching edges by a second weld seam thereby forming a positive expulsion fuel tank with two interior chambers separated by the elastomeric diaphragm. The first and second weld seams may be subjected to a localized post-weld stress relief heat treatment in which heating of the tank is confined to a distance of 2 inches (5.

Abstract: A device for regulating the pressure and/or flow of pressurized gas, comprising a body with a gas inlet, a gas outlet and a gas passage connecting the outlet with the inlet, a pressure reducer and a flow selector arranged downstream of the pressure reducer, a hand-wheel rotatably mounted on the body and cooperating with the flow selector for adjusting the flow, and a pressure indicator located at the center of the hand-wheel. The device comprises also a shaft rigidly fixed to the body and rotatably bearing the hand-wheel, the shaft supporting the pressure reducer and comprising a gas channel fluidly connected to the gas passage in the body.

Abstract: A device for controlling the release of gas from a pressurised container, the device comprising a plug comprising a passage therethrough, a diaphragm within said passage, wherein said diaphragm is configured to initially prevent flow of gas through said passage, and is rupturable or displaceable to allow gas to flow through said passage once said diaphragm is ruptured or displaced. The device further comprises a screw located within said plug and comprising a lance configured to move towards said diaphragm upon rotation of said screw, wherein said lance is configured to rupture or displace said diaphragm so as to allow flow of gas through said passage and out of said plug, once said screw is rotated a predetermined amount.

Abstract: Liquid air energy storage (LAES) systems with increased efficiency and operating profit obtained through rational selection and configuration of the equipment used and optimization of the configuration/parameters of such equipment. In various embodiments, the LAES system is intended for operation preferably in an environmentally-friendly stand-alone regime with recovery of hot thermal energy extracted from compressed charging air and cold thermal energy extracted from discharged air.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to enable filling a hydrogen storage alloy uniformly and easily at the time of filling the hydrogen storage alloy. The invention relates to a method for filling a hydrogen storage alloy including, when the hydrogen storage alloy that has been made as a resin composite material by mixing hydrogen storage alloy particles or powder with a resin and carbon fiber is filled into a tank, vibrating the tank at a predetermined frequency to adjust a filling ratio of the hydrogen storage alloy in the tank.

Abstract: A system for storing a pressurized gas in a motor vehicle is provided, having a storage container and at least one thermally activatable safety valve for emptying the storage container. The safety valve activates automatically at a corresponding high temperature. The storage container has an additional activatable emptying device, which has an interface for an external energy source. The interface can be connected to the external energy source in order to empty the storage container in a targeted manner. Also provided is a method for emptying a storage container for a pressurized gas in a motor vehicle.

Abstract: A LED filament and a LED filament bulb using the same are disclosed. The LED filament includes a carrier, a LED chip disposed on the carrier and a conductive lead connected to the carrier. The conductive lead is electrically connected to the LED chip and includes a lead head portion, a lead tail portion and a lead neck portion connecting the lead head portion with the lead tail portion. A solid body width of the lead neck portion is less than a maximum solid body width of the lead head portion. Because the lead neck portion with reduced solid body width can function as a vulnerable position of the conductive lead, when a stress is applied onto the conductive lead, the lead neck portion would first take action and therefore the bonding location between the lead head portion and the carrier or the carrier itself can be protected.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an omni-directional lighting LED bulb lamp, which comprises a LED module, a power-driven unit electrically connected with the LED module and a bulb intended for enclosing and sealing the LED module. The LED module comprises at least one LED lamp panel, and the positive end and negative end of the LED module are electrically connected with the power-driven unit through the conductive posts. The present invention provides a high-efficiency, high-lumen 360° omni-directional lighting LED bulb lamp which can solve the problem of residual shadows that LED filament lamps have, and therefore can serve as a main illuminator.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a LED filament and a LED bulb with the LED filament. The LED filament includes a carrier, LED chips disposed on the carrier, the carrier includes a first lateral section and a second lateral section opposite to the first lateral section, the LED chips are formed on the first lateral section, hardness of the first lateral section is less than that of the second lateral section. The disclosure further provides a LED bulb with the LED filament above. The LED filament above has benefits of improving structural strength and decreasing costs.

Abstract: An LED lamp with a high color rendering index (CRI) is disclosed. Example embodiments of the invention provide an LED lamp with a relatively high color rendering index (CRI). In some embodiments, the lamp has other advantageous characteristics, such as good angular uniformity. In some embodiments, the LED lamp is sized and shaped as a replacement for a standard incandescent bulb, and includes an LED assembly with at least first and second LEDs operable to emit light of two different colors. In some embodiments, the lamp can emit light with a color rendering index (CRI) of at least 90 without remote wavelength conversion. In some embodiments, the LED lamp conforms some, most, or all of the product requirements for a 60-watt incandescent replacement for the L prize.

Abstract: A lighting assembly (100) adapted to be mounted in a lighting fixture is provided. The lighting assembly comprises at least four sidewall parts (110, 112, 114, 116), a fastening arrangement (122, 124) adapted to secure the sidewall parts to each other, and at least one light emitting element (130). The sidewall parts are adapted to be arranged in the lighting fixture and secured to each other such that they define sidewalls of a four-sided cavity. Further, junctions between the sidewall parts are arranged to be at the comers of the four-sided cavity when the sidewall parts are arranged in the lighting fixture. Each one of at least two of the sidewall parts comprises a support surface (111, 113, 115, 117) adapted to support the lighting assembly in the lighting fixture and to be arranged at different sides of the four-sided cavity when the sidewall parts are arranged in the lighting fixture. Thereby, a lighting assembly that is easier to install is achieved.

Abstract: A light source unit may be disposed at a first posterior side location of a server computing device. The light source unit may be configured to at least provide lighting to a posterior side of the server computing device via one or more light emitting diodes. The light emitting diodes may be coupled to at least a second posterior side location of the server computing device. The light source unit may include a first universal serial bus (USB) interface configured to receive a first end of a USB cable. The USB cable may be configured to connect to a power source at a second end. The power source may be for use in providing power to the light emitting diodes.

Abstract: A vehicle lamp includes a first light source, a second light source, and a third light source that emit laser beams; a first lens, a second lens, and a third lens that collimate the respective laser beams emitted by the first light source, the second light source, and the third light source; a converging reflector having a reflective surface whose basis is a paraboloid of revolution, and that reflects the respective laser beams transmitted through the first lens, the second lens, and the third lens; and a phosphor that, receiving laser light reflected by the converging reflector, emits light.

Abstract: A vehicular lamp includes a plurality of organic electroluminescence elements; and a flexible printed circuit board to which the plurality of organic electroluminescence elements are connected, the flexible printed circuit board having lines through which each of the organic electroluminescence elements is supplied with electric power independently.

Abstract: A system can include: a dividing unit which divides a light scanning within a rotation angle range into a right scan light of a first angle portion and a left scan light of a second angle portion; a right-side scan light generation unit which reflects the right scan light toward a right-side region portion of an irradiation region; and a left-side scan light generation unit which reflects the left scan light toward a left-side region portion of the irradiation region. Both end fields of the region are irradiated by the light from the middle part of the rotation angle range. A center field of the region is irradiated by the light from the end parts of the rotation angle range.

Abstract: A light fixture may include one or more light sources and one or more lenses for manipulating light provided by the light sources. The lenses may manipulate the direction of the light, light wavelength, dispersion pattern, or any other quality of the light. The lenses may be slidably removable from the light fixture to provide for easy exchange of one lens for another. This exchange of one lens for another may provide for rapid and easy changes to the light dispersion from the light fixture without requiring manipulation of the light sources themselves, especially in the case of exchanging a first lens with a first quality for a second lens with a second, different quality. In addition, a method of servicing the light fixture may include the provision of alternate lenses based on predetermined factors such as time, light degradation, environment of use, and the occurrence of specified events.

Abstract: A lens for preventing the build-up of snow and ice on LED traffic lights. The lens is hollow and fits over the LED signal beacon of the traffic light. The lens has a sidewall defined by a right circular conical frustum between a circular base and a plane spaced apart from the base and oriented at an oblique angle to the base. A convex face portion of the lens extends from the sidewall and closes the hollow space within the lens.

Abstract: An embodiment of an illumination device comprising a broad band artificial light source and a non-liquid chromatic diffuser transparent to visible light comprising a dispersion of elements of nanometrical dimensions of a first material with of certain refractive index in a second material with different refractive index, wherein the light is scattered producing a separation and different distribution between cold and hot components of the light originally produced by the source, according to a scattering process in “Rayleigh” regime. The device allows illumination effects similar to those of natural outdoor environments to be reproduced in indoor environments.

Abstract: The present invention relates inter alia to an array comprising i times j array elements, wherein the array elements may comprise at least one quantum dot and/or at least one photoluminescent compound. Further the present invention relates to devices comprising these arrays. The arrays and devices can be used to generate white light with high color purity.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel light-emitting basin which includes a body. A surface of the body protrudes or is recessed to form a chamber. The body and/or a chamber wall of the chamber is in an atypical shape or a polyhedron shape. At least part of the chamber wall of the chamber forms a luminous body which is light reflective or light refractive. By using the novel light-emitting basin of the present invention, the surface of the body protrudes or is recessed to form a chamber. Fittings such as electric parts can be disposed in the chamber and thus could not be damaged easily.

Abstract: A lighting system comprises a chromatic reflective unit (606), and a light source (602), wherein the chromatic reflective unit (606) is shaped as a rotational paraboloid or a portion of a rotational paraboloid, and the light source (602) is positioned close to or at the paraboloid focal position.

Abstract: Described is a motion control system for drive motors in automated multiparameter luminaires which employs jerk (3rd derivative of position as a function of time) to offset the resonance characteristics of the motor as loaded by the components in the luminaire so as to correct and mitigate movement caused by external vibration sources.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a focusing apparatus for a reflector shadowless lamp, and to a multi-synchronizing focusing apparatus for a reflector shadowless lamp, which synchronizes multiple focusings so as to implement various light field diameter sizes necessary for the shadowless lamp, thereby conveniently implementing light field diameter sizes necessary for various surgical environments.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for lighting control. A lighting unit (100, 200, 300, 400, 500) may include a base (104, 204, 304, 404) adapted to be inserted into a socket (106, 206, 306) of a luminaire/lighting fixture. The lighting unit may include one or more light sources (108, 208, 308, 408, 508) to emit light at least in a first direction and one or more reflective elements (110, 210, 310, 410, 510, 610) arranged to define an aperture (112, 212, 312, 412, 512, 612) through which a first spatial portion (114, 214, 314, 414, 514) of the emitted light continues in the first direction, prevent a second spatial portion (116, 216, 316, 416, 516) of the emitted light from continuing in the first direction,and reflect at least part of the second spatial portion of the light in a second direction different than the first direction.

Abstract: A luminaire includes a body including a lighting compartment and a bezel rim around at least a portion of a perimeter of the body. The luminaire also includes clamping plates that extend a length of the luminaire. As the clamping plates are secured in a lighting compartment of the luminaire, they provide a clamping force to secure an LED circuit board in the lighting compartment. A base of the lighting compartment may also serve as a heatsink for the LED circuit board. A low-profile luminaire according to such features is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a lighting apparatus which includes a body and a lighting assembly. The lighting assembly includes a mounting frame and a light-emitting body disposed thereon. The body is in an atypical shape or a polyhedron shape. A surface of the body protrudes or is recessed to form a chamber. The light-emitting body is provided inside and/or outside the chamber, and/or inside and/or outside the body. The present invention utilizes the shape features of the body to create a harmonious, unified and perfect effect in combination of the environment in which it is used. The basin-shaped body is placed outdoors. Water and bird food can be held in the basin. In daytime, the light-emitting body does not light up. Birds can clean their feathers and peck at the bird food in the basin, which is environmentally friendly and energy saving.

Abstract: The invention is directed at a modular lighting, detection and control system (1) for an industrial construction or a vehicle service construction comprising an assembly of one or more suspension rails (3) and one or more system modules (7), wherein the suspension rails (3) are arranged for receiving the system modules (7), and the system modules (7) are arranged for mounting thereof on the suspension rails (3) for suspending therefrom, and wherein the system is arranged conveying electric signals to and/or from the modules (7) via the suspension rails (3), said electric signals including a power signal for powering the system modules (7), wherein the system further comprises a low voltage power supply unit for providing the power signal, the power signal being a low voltage electrical power signal, and wherein for conveying the electric signals the suspension rails (3) comprise one or more conductor sections (12,13,14,15), wherein the conductor sections (12,13,14,15) are formed of a conductive material subst

Abstract: A wall pack light and kit for the same are provided which comprise, in part, a housing for containing a light source. The housing may have a first side configured to expose emissions from the light source and a second side formed to define a recessed segment sized to interchangeably receive one or more arms individually configured to securably mount the wall pack light to various supports such as an overhead structure, a wall, or even a pole.

Abstract: A luminous shoe of the disclosure includes a sole and a light-emitting device located at the sole. The light-emitting device includes a control box, a controller located in the control box, and a light belt exposed out of the control box and electrically connected with the control box. The light belt includes a housing, a FFC received in the housing, N first circuit boards located on the FFC and electrically connected to the controller, N luminous elements located on the first circuit boards and electrically connected to the controller. The controller drives the N luminous elements lighting based on a first pre-defined lighting mode, a second pre-defined lighting mode, and a third pre-defined lighting mode randomly.

Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) light engine includes an LED circuit board including a light emitting circuit. The LED light engine also includes a driver circuit configured to drive a plurality of LEDs arranged in the light emitting circuit. The driver circuit does not include components with a magnetic field for the purpose of power conversion. An LED light engine including an outermost dimension of less than about one inch is also provided.

Abstract: A sound and light shoe includes a shoe body including an upper portion and a sound and light device attached to the upper portion. The sound and light device includes an accommodating member including an accommodating space, a controlling box received in the accommodating space, a sound and light member, and a battery to supply power to the sound and light member. The sound and light member includes a controlling circuit received in the controlling box and including a main PCB, a first controlling circuit connected to the main PCB, and a second controlling circuit connected to the main PCB and the first controlling circuit, a light-emitting body connected to the controlling circuit, a first controlling switch connected to the main PCB, a sound-phonating body connected to the controlling circuit, a trigger switch connected to the main PCB, and a second controlling switch connected to the main PCB.

Abstract: A clip on mailbox lighting apparatus for providing mailbox door responsive illumination element for a mailbox comprises a device housing which includes an attachment clip, solar panel, a lighting element, a lighting switch, and an internal battery. The attachment clip and lighting element positioned on the bottom side of the device housing for use to attach to an edge of the mailbox and illuminate the interior of the mailbox, respectively, and the solar panel positioned on the top side of the device housing where it can be exposed to the sky. Through internal wiring, the lighting element electrically connected to the internal battery by way of the lighting switch. In this regard, the lighting switch operates to direct electricity to the lighting element when the mailbox is open.

Abstract: A power tool includes a working element, a motor, a motor actuator, a housing, a light emitting element, a locking element, and a switch element positioned between the housing and the locking element. The housing supports the motor, the motor actuator, and the light emitting element and movably supports the locking element. The light emitting element illuminates a work area around the working element, and the motor drives the working element when actuated by the motor actuator. The locking element enables operation of the motor actuator when in an unlocked position and prevents operation of the motor actuator when in a locked position. When in the unlocked position, the locking element operates the switch element to activate the light emitting element.

Abstract: A light emitting module includes a light emitting unit including a planar light-emitting element, and a power supply that is connected in series to the light emitting unit and supplies constant current to the light emitting unit. The power supply includes two or more constant-current power supplies, and the two or more constant-current power supplies are connected in parallel.

Abstract: A luminaire has a housing plate on which a circuit board rests. The circuit board has light sources for generating light and circuit board bosses. A lens is biased toward the circuit board and contacts a distal end of the circuit board bosses to press the circuit board against the housing plate.

Abstract: A light emitting diode luminaire with effective heat dissipation. The luminaire includes a luminaire housing, an LED light module having at least one LED mounted to a circuit board, a first thermal interface, and a second thermal interface. At least a portion of the first thermal interface is interposed between the circuit board and the second thermal interface. At least a portion of the second thermal interface is interposed between the first thermal interface and the luminaire housing. The first thermal interface and the second thermal interface provide a conductive path for heat from the circuit board to the luminaire housing.

Abstract: A luminaire includes a body including a compartment and a bezel rim along at least two sides of the body. The luminaire also includes a light emitting diode (LED) circuit board arranged in the compartment and a power input. The LED circuit board includes a driving circuit and a light emitting circuit. The power input is configured to supply power to the driving circuit. The driving circuit is configured to convert the supplied power to a converted power and to provide the converted power to the light emitting circuit. The light emitting circuit is configured to generate light with the converted power. A luminaire including an outermost dimension of less than about two inches is also provided.

Abstract: An LED luminaire (10) comprising: a main body portion (12) adapted, in use, to house an LED light panel (24); a mount (14) for securing, in use, the luminaire (10) to a surface; a driver unit (62); and a hinge (16, 42, 44) adapted to hingedly connect the main body portion (12) to the mount (14), wherein the hinge (16, 42, 44) comprises a, hollow interior volume for accommodating the driver unit (62), and wherein the driver unit (62) comprises a water-resistant housing.

Abstract: A heater includes: a controller; a user input operatively connected to the controller; and a lighting system operatively connected to, and controlled by, the controller, the lighting system configured to illuminate outside the heater along a length of the heater. A method of displaying light includes: attaching a lighting system to a heater; operatively connecting the lighting system to a controller; operatively connecting a user input device to the controller; and configure the controller to illuminate the light system to provide indirect lighting to a room in which the heater is located.

Abstract: A multifunctional instrument includes a housing, a writing member positioned in the housing with a writing tip accessible from the housing, a stylus positioned at one end of the housing and having an aperture, and an illumination device positioned inside the stylus, wherein the illumination device emits a light through the aperture when activated.

Abstract: A steam generator using a plasma arc submerged in electrolyte including an electrode assembly for forming the plasma arc, an electrical power source to energize the electrode assembly and an electronic rectifier operatively connected between the power source and the terminal connections. The electronic rectifier comprises a controllable switch for rectifying an input voltage and a monitoring-controller connected to the controllable switch for controlling said controllable switch. The monitoring-controller engages the controllable switch upon sensing a substantially zero input voltage for initiating a gradual plasma arc, heating the electrolyte and generating steam therefrom.

Abstract: A burner operating with flameless combustion, comprising a system for sucking the recycling flue gases directly from the combustion chamber by means of an ejector fed with the comburent, a heat exchange system positioned between the recycling flue gases and the comburent, a system for injecting the fuel directly into the recycling flue gases, the latter comprising or not comprising the comburent with formation of a mixture of fuel-recycling flue gases-comburent in the zone around the outlet of the comburent ejector and following introduction of the mixture into the combustion chamber.

Abstract: A fluidized bed heat exchanger with a chamber (24) comprises a solid particles inlet port (22), a solid particles outlet port (30), arranged at a distance to the inlet port (22), means (46) for introducing a fluidizing gas from a bottom area into the chamber (24). The heat exchanger further comprises at least two heat transfer means (28) within the one chamber (24), each being provided with a heat transfer medium inlet port (42) and a heat transfer medium outlet port (44), wherein a first heat transfer means (28) is designed as a reheater and second heat transfer means (28) is designed as a superheater to achieve a heat transfer medium temperature and a heat transfer medium pressure above that of the reheater. At least one of the reheater or superheater is made of a multiplicity of heat transfer tubes arranged in a meandering fashion for conveying a heat transfer medium.

Abstract: An oven appliance with a cabinet having a cooking chamber is provided. A floor panel is positioned within the cabinet at the cooking chamber. A gas burner includes a tube. The tube is bent such that a first elongated portion of the tube is positioned below the floor panel at a first side portion of the floor panel and a second elongated portion of the tube is positioned below the floor panel at a front portion of the floor panel.