Abstract: Needleless access port valves are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to needleless access port valves incorporating a piston comprising slit along an upper piston section for accommodating fluid flow. The slit opens when the piston is compressed by a medical implement, such as a syringe tip, to permit fluid communication between the inlet and the outlet of the vale housing. The slit may be cut using high frequency cutting machine or a multi-axis robot arm and a cutting blade.

Abstract: An electric valve device including a hollow body with an inlet and an outlet for a flow of fluid, in particular a liquid, between which, inside said body, there is defined a chamber in which there is provided a valve seat intended to cooperate with an associated closing member for controlling communication between the inlet and the outlet; and a tubular guiding formation which is nominally coaxial with the valve seat and inside which there is mounted, axially displaceably to and from the seat, a core which carries the closing member and the position of which with respect to the seat can be electromagnetically controlled by means of a winding or solenoid arranged around said tubular formation. The hollow body and the tubular guiding formation are made as a single piece of moulded plastic.

Abstract: A valve for metering fluid under pressure includes: a valve housing having an inlet opening and a metering opening for the fluid; an outward-opening valve needle pressure equalized via an elastic hollow body which is subject to the fluid pressure; and an electromagnet which lifts the valve needle up from the metering opening against the force of a valve closing spring. The valve housing is assembled from a valve tube and one valve body on the metering end and another on the inlet end, each being connected in a fluid-tight manner to the valve tube at the tube ends. The magnet pot including the enclosed solenoid coil is secured on the valve tube on the outside by the electromagnet, and the magnetic core is secured on the valve tube on the inside in such a way that it surrounds a needle section of the valve needle.

Abstract: Systems and methods for diagnosing components of a control system are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the spectral content of various signals originating from a control valve is used to detect periodic patterns that can correspond to valve problems.

Abstract: A connecting device for connecting an external function device to an arrangement and for cutting off flow paths by accommodating a clamping device includes a pressure-measuring unit and/or a length-measuring unit configured to detect a clamping force and/or a distance such that it is possible to monitor the status of the clamping device.

Abstract: An arrangement that brings all of the separate elements of equipment used to lay product offshore such as pipe, umbilicals and power cables and assembles them into a single device that can be installed on a vessel of opportunity is described. A base is used for mounting, integration, and installation of the separate elements onto a vessel. The base receives a movable lay chute, an apparatus for moving and stabilizing the lay chute, a movable hang off clamp and work table, a movable access platform, a product support arm and wheel, and a fixed chute.

Abstract: A guide system configured to guide a pipeline from a laying vessel onto the bed of a body of water has a float unit; a trolley, which is housed inside the frame, is selectively connectable to a pipeline spanning a given or designated path between the laying vessel and the bed of the body of water, and is configured to roll along the pipeline, parallel to the given or designated path; and at least one motor connected to the trolley) to selectively adjust the distance between the float unit and the laying vessel.

Abstract: A fuel dispensing unit is provided that includes a fuel conduit including an external annular bead and a locking member including inwardly extending resilient tongues. The locking member is configured to retain the fuel conduit in a locked position and to receive the fuel conduit in an open position. The external annular bead of the fuel conduit causes the locking member to move to the open position when the locking member receives the fuel conduit.

Abstract: A fixing system allowing an element that is to be supported to be fixed to a support element. The fixing system comprises a first fixing element configured to be positioned and fixed on the support element and having a cylindrical exterior surface, a clamping collar configured to be positioned on the element that is to be supported, a connecting piece comprising a first part configured to conform to the shape of the exterior surface and a second part, a first securing arrangement configured to secure the first part and the fixing element, and a second securing arrangement configured to secure the second part and the clamping collar while at the same time allowing the clamping collar to rotate about an axis of rotation. Such a fixing system allows easy installation of the various constituent elements at the time of assembly.

Abstract: A textile sleeve constructed in accordance with one aspect of the invention provides fire protection to an oil or fuel fluid conveying conduit and meets the AS1055 Class A protection requirements at a zero flow rate and the AS1055 Class B protection requirements at a zero flow rate. The textile sleeve includes a single tubular textile wall formed from at least one of the group consisting of basalt, silica, ceramic and fiberglass yarn. The wall has an outer surface and an inner surface bounding a cavity sized for receipt of the fluid conveying conduit. A coating of silicone rubber is adhered to the outer surface of the wall, and a flame retardant additive is mixed with the silicone rubber to form a coating composition. The flame retardant additive is selected from the group consisting of at least one of zinc borate, magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide.

Abstract: A tube-fitting-assembly ferrule apparatus and method to secure connections between tubing sections against high pressure, vibration, pulsation, and hammering, by providing a tube-fitting-assembly ferrule which elastically deforms in use, securing the primary circumferential point seal with a shock-absorbing and shape-retaining force.

Abstract: An embodiment is directed to a duct coupler for joining two segments of conduit. The duct coupler includes a coupler body. The coupler body is generally tubular and has an inner diameter generally corresponding to the outer diameter of a section of conduit measured at an annular locking rib positioned on the section of conduit. The duct coupler further includes one or more protrusions formed on the interior surface of the coupler body. Each protrusion is generally wedge shaped. The one or more protrusions are positioned to engage with at least one annular locking rib to retain the section of conduit within the coupler body. The duct coupler further includes a body gasket. The body gasket is generally tubular and positioned on the interior surface of the coupler body. The body gasket is positioned to form a seal between the inner wall of the coupler body and the outer wall of the section of conduit.

Abstract: A valve comprising a shoulder, a movable check member having a wall facing the shoulder and a coupling member. The movable check member is adapted to prevent fluid passage through or out of the valve when in contact with the shoulder. The coupling member is adapted to displace the movable check member away from the shoulder responsive to the pressure being applied on the wall exceeding a predetermined threshold. The coupling member is further adapted to retract and maintain the movable check member secured against the shoulder responsive to the fluid flow pressure at the wall dropping below the threshold.

Abstract: A quick connect fluid conduit connector includes male and female connector components that releasably engage with each other to fluidically connect two fluid conduits. The female connector component defines a receptacle for receiving a distal end of the male connector component, and a latch in the female connector component is configured to engage with a latch catch groove on the male connector component to reliably secure these components together in a sealed coupling. The latch is a unitary piece having a large release button integrally formed with multiple spring arms, thereby simplifying assembly of the fluid conduit connector and providing redundancy against failure modes. In addition, the female connector component may also include a lock mechanism engaged with the latch for providing additional protection against unintentional disconnection of the male and female connector components.

Abstract: A connection apparatus for establishing a vacuum-tight connection, in particular a flange connection, between at least two components of a vacuum arrangement, having a first coupling element for coupling to the one component and a second coupling element for coupling to the other component. The first coupling element and the second coupling element are coupled to one another via a pivotable operating lever and the connection apparatus is adjustable by pivoting the operating lever from a first position in which the coupling elements have a larger spacing from one another into a second position in which the coupling elements have a smaller spacing from one another.

Abstract: An apparatus for an improved cam lock fitting having cooperating double cam levers having outer and inner portions so that when the outer cam levers are opened and the inner cam lever remain closed, the male and female portions of the cam lock fitting only slightly separate from each other allowing the operator to quickly reclose the cam lock fitting if the operator observes that the cam lock fitting still contains pressurized material. This is accomplished by providing a larger cam lobe on the outer cam lever and a smaller cam lobe on a fork shaped inner cam lever so that when the smaller cam lobe is in a closed position and protrudes into a peripheral groove on the male portion the male and female ends have a small space thereinbetween.

Abstract: An assembly is provided that includes at least one first conduit and at least one second conduit connected together through a connecting device. The connecting device includes an exteriorly threaded tube; a connecting part attached to one end of the tube and including an orifice; a holding nut screwed onto the tube and axially maintaining the connecting part relative to a tube; and a retaining member attached on the holding nut and engaging with the first conduit so as to axially retain the first conduit fitted into the orifice, the retaining member cooperating with the first conduit so as to oppose the unscrewing of the holding nut.

Abstract: A pulsation control device is constructed at least partially of a composite carbon (and/or other fibers)/epoxy exostructure having an oblong cylindrical or spheroidal shape, optionally with metallic portions or reinforcements, together with a non-metallic polymer non-load sharing liner. A pressure drop tube preferably extends from an opening through an exterior wall of the body into an interior space within the body.

Abstract: A device for installing a compact pipe (CP) within a pipeline includes an adapter (4) comprising means for releasably connecting a connecting piece to the adapter (4), and means for fixing the adapter (4) to a first end of the compact pipe (CP).

Abstract: A quick-release mounting system for mounting a panel instrument, such as a video monitor, to a mounting surface or support, such as a seatback or other structure. The mounting system comprises one or more mounting mechanisms configured to be mounted to the mounting surface or support. Each mounting mechanism has a locking member coupled to a first main body. The locking member is movable between a locked position in which the locking bolt engages a retaining stud mounted to the back surface of the panel instrument thereby locking the mounting mechanism to the first retaining stud and an unlocked position in which the locking member is disengaged from the first retaining stud. The mounting mechanism also has a cam shaft having a cam fixed in rotation with the cam shaft. The cam is operably coupled to the locking member such that rotation of the cam shaft moves the locking member between the locked and unlocked positions.

Abstract: An attachment mechanism is used to quickly and easily attach or detach an accessory or piece of equipment to or from an existing structure. The attachment mechanism generally has a slot to receive a structure, a retention member to hold the structure in place when it is desired to have the mechanism attached to the structure and a release mechanism to release the structure when it is desired to release the mechanism from the structure.

Abstract: A resealing suction cup mounting system and method wherein an arm pivotably connected to the suction cup is able to rotate in the direction of the suction cup and in so doing provide an impact force to be applied to the suction cup that cause a resealing action to occur. The impact force having a component that is perpendicular to the interface between the suction cup and a surface the suction cup is mounted to.

Abstract: A hood device is provided with a frame-shape base member and a hook member. The hook member is provided with a rotation unit, a hooking unit, a first engaging unit which engages with the peripheral wall of the base member when the hooking portion is used, and a second engaging unit which engages with the peripheral wall of the base member when the hooking unit is stored. Both lateral edges of the peripheral wall of the base member are provided with a rotation support unit, a first rotation limiting unit against which the first engaging unit abuts, a second rotation limiting unit against which the second engaging unit abuts, a first holding unit into which the first engaging unit is detachably fitted, and a second holding unit into which the second engaging unit is detachably fitted.

Abstract: A traffic signal mounting bracket for mounting a traffic signal on a post. The mounting bracket has a base, a cable, and a traffic signal attachment portion. The base is spaced apart from the post to maintain separation between the back of the base and the post. The cable is secured against rotation in a channel on the back of the base and extends rearwardly from the back of the base to loop around a post and is clamped between the front of the base and clamping blocks releasably attached thereto.

Abstract: A multi-function clamp with integrated universal mount for an electronic device, such as a camera phone or tablet computer is described. The clamp may be adapted to support the electronic device in a variety of configurations, such as placed upon a desktop, strapped to a user's hand or fastened to a multiple of photography stability devices, such as a tripod or shoulder rig. The clamp may also allow secure mounting of electronic device to a number of objects, such as a tree, handlebar, auto interior, etc. when used with elastomer, adhesive or hook and loop straps. The clamp may be used with an electronic control module that mounts to a shoe on the clamp and electronically connects with the electronic device. The clamp may be used in combination with a hot shoe for attachment to a conventional SLR camera, wherein a camera phone is either wirelessly or with a wire interfaced to the SLR so that activation of the camera phone simultaneously activates the SLR.

Abstract: Embodiments according to this disclosure include methods and systems for lubricating sheet metal stock by wiping a controlled amount of lubricant onto the surfaces of the sheet metal with strips of material, such as felt, saturated with the lubricant. The lubrication methods and systems disclosed herein can also provide for control of the pressure at which the lubricant is delivered, the volume of lubricant delivered, and the frequency lubricant is delivered to the felt strips. The lubricant is delivered to the felt strips at a number of locations and the felt material is configured to naturally wick the lubricant from the injection sites to the spaces between injection sites to substantially saturate the entire strip.

Abstract: A method includes providing a bearing housing configured to house a bearing, the bearing housing enclosing a free volume for receiving lubricant, providing a quantity of the lubricant in the free volume, and providing a sensor configured to measure at least one parameter affecting a degradation rate at which the lubricant will degrade and to produce at least one output signal indicative of the measured at least one parameter. The method also includes providing a pump for pumping lubricant into the bearing housing, providing a controller configured to receive the at least one output signal from the sensor and configured to control the pump based the received at least one output signal, and controlling the pump based on a function of the received at least one output signal.

Abstract: A failsafe monitoring device for monitoring a spatial area comprises at least one image recording unit. A three-dimensional image of the spatial area is recorded and a representation of said three-dimensional image is displayed in order to configure the monitoring device. A configuration plane is defined using a plurality of spatial points which have been determined within the three-dimensional image. Subsequently, at least one variable geometry element is defined relative to the configuration plane. A data record which represents a transformation of the geometry element into the spatial area is generated and transferred to the monitoring device.

Abstract: A method comprises receiving one or more images of a person from one or more image capture devices in response to an input, identifying one or more items of personal protective equipment in the one or more images, determining the positioning of the one or more items of personal protective equipment relative to the person in the one or more images, and verifying compliance with personal protective equipment standards based on the one or more identified items of personal protective equipment and the positioning of the one or more items of personal protective equipment.

Abstract: A method and system for reducing the risk of a moving machine colliding with an object involves a receiving antenna attached to the machine receiving an RF signal transmitted by a transmitting antenna attached to the object and energized by a power source. A processor operatively connected to the receiving antenna carries out a computer-implemented process under the direction of a set of program instructions stored in the memory component to determine the machine-object distance based on the strength of the RF signal at the receiving antenna. If the machine-object distance is less than a specified minimum safe distance, then the processor takes a preventative action such as actuating a sensory alarm, actuating a means for slowing the machine, or actuating an acoustic location device to more accurately determine the machine-object distance. The processor may also take a preventative action based on a state variable encoded in the RF signal.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure may include a partition for a fuel tank. The partition may include a sheet of material extending laterally within an interior mid-region of the fuel tank. The sheet may have a length and a width that are at least substantially equal to a length and a width of the mid-region of the fuel tank, and the sheet may be shaped to conform to an interior perimeter of the mid-region of the fuel tank. The partition may also be configured to substantially divide the fuel tank into an upper interior region located above the partition and a lower interior region located below the partition.

Abstract: A plant for regasification of LNG includes a pump boosting LNG pressure, an LNG/coolant heat exchanger producing NG from LNG from the boosting pumps, and a closed coolant loop extending through the LNG/coolant heat exchanger and including a heat exchanger. The coolant from the heat exchanger is passed through the LNG heat exchanger as a gas and leaving in a condensed state to produce NG by thermal exchange. A heating medium is used within the heat exchanger to provide coolant in a gaseous state. An NG/coolant heat exchanger is arranged in connection with the LNG/coolant heat exchanger and is connected to the closed coolant loop. LNG is preheated within the LNG/coolant heat exchanger and NG is trim heated within the NG/coolant heat exchanger using liquid coolant from at least one heat exchanger.

Abstract: A fluid supply system adapted for vacuum and pressure cycling of fluid, including a transfer vessel adapted to supply a process canister with fluid drawn from a bulk canister under a vacuum, wherein delivery of fluid from the transfer vessel to the process canister is accomplished with positive pressure. A method is also disclosed of delivering fluid, including drawing fluid under vacuum from a bulk canister and pressurizing the transfer vessel to effect dispensing of the fluid into a process canister for delivery to a location of use.

Abstract: A valve for pressurized fluid, with or without incorporated pressure-reducing valve, comprising a body accommodating a fluid circuit having an upstream end designed to be placed in communication with a reserve of pressurized fluid and a downstream end designed to be placed in communication with a using device, the circuit comprising an isolation valve element in order to selectively close off the circuit, the valve element being controlled by a lever mounted so as to pivot on the body between a rest position in which the isolation valve element is held in a position of closing the circuit and an active position in which the lever moves the isolation valve element into a position of opening the circuit , wherein the lever comprises at least one opening, wherein the valve comprises a functional abutment mounted on the body and wherein only in the rest position the opening accommodates within it a portion of the functional abutment mounted on the body.

Abstract: In a ball tap 1, a valving element 3 includes a valve part 10 provided with a contact projection part 9 that can come into close contact with a valve seat 7 when the valving element 3 is closed, and a flange part 11 having a circular ring shape in plan view which continues downward from the rim of the valve part 10 and is slidable like a piston in the secondary side flow passage 5, and the left and right half circumferences of the upper surface of the flange part 11 have bilaterally symmetrical shapes curved downward in arch shapes, and the left and right lower limit portions of the upper surface of the flange part are set so as to be positioned at the same heights as those of the lower end edges of drainage ports 8.

Abstract: A pipeline-waste-gas reducer apparatus to reduce the amount of gas wasted by existing high-pressure pipelines having existing pipeline controllers and existing actuator-based control valves, by reducing the pressure of gas sent to existing pipeline controllers by a determined factor, consequently reducing the amount of gas wasted by the controllers, and then increasing control pressure returned by the controllers by the same factor, ensuring that the proper control pressure is sent to the existing actuator-based control valves.

Abstract: A plastic lamp base includes an insulated body defining therein an enabling channel which extends from a bottom end thereof. Also, the insulated body defines therein an auxiliary channel which extends from a mounting end thereof to communicate with the enabling channel. The enabling channel and the auxiliary channel are filled with a conductive plastic to form a zigzag electrical conductor, which has one end exposed at the bottom end of the insulated body and has an opposite end exposed at the mounting end of the insulated body and electrically connected to one contact of an LED component. A ground electrical conductor, being electrically insulated from the zigzag electrical conductor, has one end exposed at the outer surface of the insulated body and has an opposite end exposed at the mounting end of the insulated body and electrically connected to the other contact of the LED component.

Abstract: An arrangement for light emission has at least one LED light-emitting means (110) in an elongate arrangement, a support element (120), which supports the LED light-emitting means (110) and a light emission element (130) which can be connected to the support element (120). The light emission element (130) is designed to modify the light emission characteristic of the LED light-emitting means (110) to give the light emission characteristic of at least one fluorescent tube.

Abstract: A diffused flexible LED linear light assembly (100) includes a flexible LED linear light component (102) having a flexible base (104) with individual LEDs (106) spaced longitudinally along the direction of the component (102). A partially translucent housing (120) houses the flexible LED linear light component (102). A curved section (124) of the translucent housing (120) varies in thickness in its lateral surfaces. The thickness may be varied so as to allow a relatively higher percentage of light transmission in areas of weakest LED output strengths. This light output intensity through the translucent housing, in view of the thickness variation, is substantially even or constant circumferentially and radially through the translucent section (124) of the translucent housing (120).

Abstract: A lamp is provided having at least one module that includes a plurality of LEDs distributed over a module surface. The plurality of LEDs are arranged in a row of a plurality of rows in a longitudinal direction of the at least one module. Each of the plurality of rows are arranged next to each other in a transverse direction of the at least one module that is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. The lamp includes an optical system for bundling the light emitted by the plurality of LEDs. The optical system includes at least one cylinder lens that extends in the longitudinal direction. The light of at least some of the plurality of LEDs from a first row of the plurality of rows is bundled into a line on a target surface by the at least one cylinder lens.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lighting device including (i) one or more LED chips positioned on one or more LED chip bases; (ii) one or more lens bases each of which includes one or more lenses, said lens comprises coatings for changing color temperature of the light produced by said LED chips and transmitted through said lens; and (iii) a motion transmission system to change the position of said lens bases relative to said LED chip bases, wherein each of said lenses is placed along the light path of one or more LED chips, and said lens changes the light beam cone angle of light emitted from said LED chips to produce long distance high intensity illumination. In one embodiment, the lens bases can be moved in a direction parallel to the optical axes of said lens, or moved on a plane that is parallel to said LED chip bases.

Abstract: The embodiments of present invention disclose a direct type backlight module, comprising a backplate and a plurality of strip lamps provided on the backplate, each of the strip lamps is provided with a lamp set composed of a plurality of light-emitting diodes. The direct type backlight module further comprises a plurality of wires, the lamp set of at least one strip lamp of the plurality of strip lamps is electrically connected to the power supply via the plurality of wires. The lamp set of the at least one strip lamp has two terminals, i.e., positive/negative terminals, the positive/negative terminals of the lamp set of the at least one strip lamp are electrically connected to the corresponding wires via a pair of mated connectors.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a light emitting diode lighting assembly that includes producing a heat sink and securing a platform assembly having a plurality of light emitting diode dies on a single plane. A bulb is formed by securing a first lens section made of a first material to a second lens section made of a second material such that only the bulb determines the lamp type of the light emitting diode lighting assembly.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to roadway delineators with one or more light sources that provide illumination and increased visibility. In one implementation, the delineator is operable between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration. The delineator may include a plurality of panels with flexible connections that connect the panels to one another and allow the delineator to be collapsed. In addition, the delineator may be self-powered and include a solar array and/or a rechargeable power source for the one or more light sources.

Abstract: A flameless candle molded into a jar is described. The jar is designed with an open bottom and is tooled for engagement with an electronic insert having batteries, control circuitry and at least one LED light. A candle is then formed in the jar with the electronic insert by molding a candle shell along the sidewalls of the jar. The candle shell is formed such that the sidewalls extend above the LED light of the electronic insert to allow the LED light to illuminate at a position below the sidewalls. The wax or waxen shell is formed only along the sidewalls, creating a hollow region above the electronic insert. Once the wax on the sidewalls sets, wax is then poured in the hollow regions above the electronic insert to a position just below or above the LED light.

Abstract: The invention provides a lighting system for providing illumination on a surface (16), comprising a first array (10) of light sources (13) and a first reflector (12) for forming a first pattern on the surface, and a second array (10) of light sources (13) and a second reflector (12) for forming a second pattern on the surface (16), arranged concentrically around the first pattern. A controller (44) controls the first and second arrays (10) of light sources (13) to apply a cyclic function thereby to define one or more radially propagating rings or partial rings of illumination on the surface (16). This is enables a dynamic ripple lighting effect to be provided on the surface (16).

Abstract: In a lighting system for a vehicle provided with a main light, an extension arranged between a reflector of the main light and an outer lens, a light guide member located in the vicinity of the extension, and a light source for the light guide member provided separately from a light source for the main light, the light source and a driver for the light guide member are arranged effectively to improve external appearance. A light incident section provided in the light guide member for admitting light from the light source for the light guide member, and a driver for the light guide member for adjusting power supply amount to the light source for the light guide member, are arranged in such a position as to be covered with an extension in a front view.

Abstract: An outer housing with a cover having a PVD coating; a lens; and an illumination device such as LEDs, light guides, light emitting surfaces and/or blinkers. The lens has a first area internal to the cover, and a second, transparent area extending to one side of the outer housing. The cover has a first cover element external to the lens and of a nature such that the illumination device is visible from the exterior when it is on and not visible from the exterior when it is off. The cover has a substantially opaque second cover element having an overlapping portion between the first area of the lens and the first cover element.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a pattern module for an automobile lamp including: a substrate; a reflective sheet which is provided on the substrate and performs regular reflection; an optical sheet provided on the reflective sheet; an optical synthetic resin which is provided on the optical sheet and guides the light; and a light source which is provided on the substrate.

Abstract: A tail light device for a vehicle is provided in which a stop lamp, blinkers and a tail lamp are arranged in a common housing. The device allows for reducing component parts and making the device smaller. There are provided a stop lamp reflector for reflecting light through an inner surface thereof from a light source for a stop lamp, and a blinker reflector for reflecting light through an inner surface thereof from a light source for a blinker. The stop lamp reflector and the blinker reflector are attached to the housing in such a way as to be spaced apart from each other. Tail lamp reflection surfaces for reflecting light from the light source for the tail lamp, are formed on outer surfaces of the stop lamp reflector and the blinker reflector.