Abstract: Various embodiments concern locking release mechanisms that allow an articulated support arm to be moved between various vertical orientations. A locking release mechanism may include a handle release mechanism positioned within the handle of the articulated support arm, and a gas spring release mechanism positioned within the body of the articulated support arm. The articulated support arm can include a gas spring that remains locked until the handle release mechanism is activated, e.g. by applying pressure to a grip actuator. Other embodiments concern cable management techniques for articulated support arms. Oftentimes, an articulated support arm will include cables routed through the arm that are configured to support an attachment. For example, the cable(s) may be adapted for audio signals, video signals, power, etc. The cable(s) can be readily cleaned and/or serviced when routed through an articulated support arm composed of one or more removable pieces.

Abstract: An apparatus for mounting a portable electronic device to a pair of spaced apart posts (e.g., of a vehicle headrest or a suitcase), is also useful as a stand to support a portable electronic device at an angle relative to a horizontal support surface on which the apparatus rests. The apparatus includes a first element configured to be selectively attached to a pair of spaced apart posts by application of an external compressive or expansive force to thereby decrease or increase a distance between portions of the first element until grips of the first element can be aligned with and attached to the spaced apart posts, and then removing the external compressive or expansive force. The apparatus also includes a second element that is attached to the first element and is configured to selectively hold a portable electronic device. The apparatus, when used as a stand, functions like a tripod.

Abstract: The filling station according to the invention enables an automated refilling of a gas bottle by an end-user. This comprises an insertion device, which enables an end-user to insert an emptied gas bottle into the filling station. The filling station comprises a closing device for closing the filling station after the insertion of the gas bottle such that a removal of the gas bottle subsequent to the closing is not possible. The end-user may not remove the gas bottle in a closed state. Furthermore, the filling station comprises a filling device for an automated filling of an into the filling station inserted emptied gas bottle subsequent to the closing. A filling may thus only take place, if the filling station is closed and in consequence the gas bottle cannot be removed. There is a gas testing device for an automated gas leakage test after a refilling of an inserted gas bottle. With it, the tightness of a once again filled gas bottle is tested.

Abstract: A hydrogen filling method for a fuel cell vehicle includes filling a hydrogen tank of the fuel cell vehicle with hydrogen using a hydrogen dispenser by sequentially using a low-pressure storage tank of the fuel cell vehicle, a medium-pressure storage tank of the fuel cell vehicle, and a high-pressure storage tank of the fuel cell vehicle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for compressing gases and supplying fuel to a gaseous fuel consuming device, such as a gaseous fueled vehicle or the like. One embodiment includes a gas compressor for compressing the gaseous fuel to an array of tanks having predetermined initial set points which are increasing for tanks in the array. One embodiment provides a selecting valve having first and second families of ports wherein the valve can be operated to select a plurality of ports from the first family to be fluidly connected with a plurality of ports with the second family, and such fluid connections can be changed by operation of the valve.

Abstract: A method of pumping a liquid with a tank truck, power is transferred from a diesel engine through a automatic transmission device to a triplex pump, wherein the triplex pump has a fluid provided to an inlet, an fluid outlet pressure and a fluid outlet flow rate, the diesel engine has a rotational speed, and the automatic transmission has an outlet rotational speed, and has multiple gear ratios is provided. The method comprising determining a delta P by comparing the fluid outlet pressure of the triplex pump to a predetermined pressure, determining a delta F by comparing the fluid outlet flow rate of the triplex pump to a predetermined flow rate, adjusting the rotational speed of the diesel engine to reduce the delta P and delta F, wherein the rotational speed of the diesel engine is held constant once either the delta P or the Delta F is approximately zero.

Abstract: A method of storing gas comprises providing a recipient for receiving the gas and providing a porous gas storage material. The gas storage material comprises a cross-linked polymeric framework and a plurality of pores for gas sorption. The cross-linked polymeric framework comprises aromatic ring-containing monomeric units comprising at least two aromatic rings. The aromatic ring-containing monomeric units are linked by covalent cross-linking between aromatic rings to form a stable, rigid nanoporous material for storing the gas at pressures significantly greater than the atmospheric pressure, for example in excess of 100 bar. A possible application is the storage and transportation of compressed natural gas.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system for controlling the temperature within a gas adsorbent storage vessel of a vehicle may include an air conditioning system forming a continuous flow loop of heat exchange fluid that is cycled between a heated flow and a cooled flow. The system may also include at least one fluid by-pass line extending at least partially within the gas adsorbent storage vessel. The fluid by-pass line(s) may be configured to receive a by-pass flow including at least a portion of the heated flow or the cooled flow of the heat exchange fluid at one or more input locations and expel the by-pass flow back into the continuous flow loop at one or more output locations, wherein the by-pass flow is directed through the gas adsorbent storage vessel via the by-pass line(s) so as to adjust an internal temperature within the gas adsorbent storage vessel.

Abstract: A valve arrangement (10) adapted to be coupled to, and to provide a gas flow from, a gas cylinder (20) containing a pressurized gas (21), the valve arrangement (10) comprising a blocking valve (1) with an obturator (11) movable by an actuator (12) from an opening position permitting a flow of the pressurized gas (21) through the blocking valve (1) into a closing position blocking the flow of the pressurized gas (21) through the blocking valve (1) is provided. Temperature sensing means (4) are provided which are adapted to provide at least one signal, the at least one signal being indicative of one or more temperatures of, in, and/or in vicinity to, the valve arrangement (10), and the actuator (12) is adapted to move the obturator (11) from the opening position into the closing position if the one or more temperatures indicated by the at least one signal are above a predetermined threshold value. A gas supply system (100) and a corresponding method of gas supply is also part of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lighting device (1, 2, 5, 6) comprising a hollow and translucent envelope (12, 22, 52) connected to a base (13, 23, 53); a light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60) arranged within the envelope (12, 22, 52); and at least one light emitting diode (11, 21, 31, 51) arranged within the envelope (12, 22, 52), arranged to emit light into the light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60) and arranged in thermal contact with the light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60). The light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60) comprises a thermally conductive and translucent ceramic material. The light emitted from the light emitting diode (11, 21, 31, 51) is mixed within the light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60), distributed from the light mixing element (10, 20, 30, 50, 60) through the thermally conductive and translucent ceramic material, and transmitted through the translucent envelope (12, 22, 52).

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to retrofitting LED light bars into fluorescent tubular style lamp fixtures as well as integrating LED light bars into new lamp fixtures. In various embodiments a single light bar may be utilized with multiple style base ends to allow it to retrofit into a variety of existing fixtures. Some embodiments offer multiple mounting options on an LED light bar for existing lamp fixtures so that electrical utilities' rebate requirements can be met with a single LED light bar assembly.

Abstract: A lighting device includes a substrate having a side extending straight in a first direction and a first LED chip supported by the substrate and having a first anode terminal and a first cathode terminal. The lighting device includes a second LED chip and a third LED chip supported by the substrate, being electrically connected to the second cathode terminal, and being overlapped with the first LED chip when viewed in a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction. The lighting device includes a connecting portion that connects the first cathode terminal and the second anode terminal with each other, at least a portion of the connecting portion angled at an acute angle with respect to the second direction.

Abstract: A linear lighting module includes a first string of series-connected LED dies and a second string of series-connected LED dies. The first string of LED dies is coupled in parallel with the second string of LED dies. All of the LED dies of the first and second strings are aligned with respect to one another. The LED dies of the first string and the second string form a combined string of interleaved LED dies such that an LED die of the second string is disposed between every successive pair of LED dies of the first string. The LED dies of the combined string are mounted on a flexible substrate. Each LED die of the combined string is electrically connected to two conductors. Except for the two end LED dies of the combined string, each successive LED die must be accessed by both conductors from alternating sides of the combined string.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a light source device. The light source device comprises a light source array configured to emit an excitation light; a phosphor sheet arranged in a propagation direction of the excitation light and configured to receive the excitation light to emit an excited unsaturated amber light; and a cutoff filter arranged along a propagation direction of the unsaturated amber light and configured to filter the unsaturated amber light to obtain a saturated amber light.

Abstract: The invention provides, amongst others for application in a lighting unit, a phosphor selected from the class of M2D2C2-2bBbA2N6:Ln ??(I) with M=selected from the group consisting of divalent Ca, Sr, and Ba; D=selected from the group consisting of monovalent Li, divalent Mg, Mn, Zn, Cd, and trivalent Al and Ga; C=selected from the group consisting of monovalent Li and Cu; B=selected from the group consisting of divalent Mg, Zn, Mn and Cd; A=selected from the group consisting of tetravalent Si, Ge, Ti, and Hf; Ln=selected from the group consisting of ES and RE; ES=selected from the group consisting of divalent Eu, Sm and Yb; RE=selected from the group consisting of trivalent Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, and Tm; and 0?b?1.

Abstract: Disclosed is a flashlight which may include of a first window arranged at a first end of the flashlight, a light source configured to generate light, a first reflector configured to reflect light from the light source to the first window to generate a first beam of light, and a second reflector configured to reflect stray light from the light source through one of a first aperture and a first gap in the first reflector to generate a second beam of light leaving the flashlight through a second window.

Abstract: A light guide bar adapted to be interleaved between two connectors which are disposed on a main board. Each of the connectors has a connector lateral wall. At least one connector includes a positioning protrusion. The light guide bar includes a body. The body includes two opposite light guide bar lateral walls and at least one positioning recess. Each positioning recess is formed on one of the light guide bar lateral walls. The at least one positioning recess is adapted to be positioned on the positioning protrusion of the at least one connector. A connector assembly having the light guide bar and the two connectors is further provided.

Abstract: A light fixture includes a platform, a trunk support, a light source assembly, and a finial. The trunk support is coupled to and extends upwardly from the platform. The trunk support defines an elongated cavity therein, exterior surfaces facing away from the elongated cavity, and an end opposite the platform. The end defines an opening to the elongated cavity. The light source assembly includes light sources and wiring in electrical communication with the light sources. The light sources are coupled to exterior surfaces of the trunk support, and the wiring extends from the light sources, into the elongated cavity, and out the opening in the end of the trunk support. The finial caps the top end of the trunk support. The finial is coupled with the wiring extending out the opening in the end of trunk support to maintain electrical continuity with the light source assembly.

Abstract: Aspects of this disclosure relate to a mounting frame assembly for use with coupling to an optical assembly, the mounting frame assembly may comprise: a mounting frame comprising a first attachment interface spaced apart from a second attachment interface, wherein the mounting frame is configured to support a junction box; an aperture plate, coupled to the mounting frame at the first and second attachment interfaces, the aperture plate comprising a first aperture configured to receive a reflector assembly; and a first mounting bracket adjustably-coupled to the first attachment interface, and a second mounting bracket adjustably-coupled to the second attachment interface, the first and second mounting brackets configured to provide adjustable coupling of the mounting frame to a ceiling structure between at least two positions along a vertical direction.

Abstract: A device for retrofitting an existing trimmed recessed lighting fixture for installation of a trimless recessed light fixture may include a collar section configured to be received within an opening of a housing of the existing trimmed recessed lighting fixture installed above a ceiling surface, the collar section including a proximal section configured to be fitted within the opening of the housing; a surface being secured the collar section, the surface being configured to lie flush against the ceiling and to be joined integrally to the ceiling; and a baffle being releasably lockable to the collar section. A kit including the device and a method of retrofitting an existing trimmed recessed lighting fixture are also disclosed.

Abstract: A lighting element for an illuminated hardscape. The lighting element includes a body structure defining a dispersion surface. A light fixture is positioned within the body structure and is configured to provide a light which is dispersed through the body structure to the dispersion surface. The body structure is formed from a clear or translucent material. An illuminated hardscaping is also provided.

Abstract: A daylighting device according to one aspect of the present invention includes a daylighting member including a first substrate having light transparency and a plurality of daylighting units having light transparency which are provided on a first surface of the first substrate, in which the daylighting unit has a reflective surface which reflects light incident to the daylighting unit, the light which is reflected on the reflective surface and emitted from a second surface of the first substrate has characteristics that the light proceeds toward a space on the same side as the side where the light is incident to the reflective surface among two spaces divided with a virtual plane as a boundary which is vertical to the second surface of the first substrate and parallel to an extension direction of the daylighting unit, and the daylighting member exhibits light absorption characteristics for absorbing a part of the light incident to the plurality of daylighting units.

Abstract: A lighting device for emitting illumination light includes an LED configured to emit light emitting diode radiation, a laser configured to emit laser radiation, and a phosphor element configured to at least partly convert the LED radiation and the laser radiation into a conversion light which at least proportionally forms the illumination light. The LED, the laser and the phosphor element are arranged relative to one another in such a way that during the operation of the lighting device on an incidence surface of the phosphor element in each case in the time integral the LED irradiates an LED irradiation surface with the light emitting diode radiation and the laser irradiates a laser irradiation surface with the laser radiation. The laser irradiation surface and the LED irradiation surface are free of overlap.

Abstract: The invention relates to an illumination apparatus (100), especially for a motor vehicle, comprising at least one laser light source (10); a wavelength conversion element (20) that is designed to receive excitation light from the at least one laser light source (10); and a reflector (30) having at least one reflector body (30?), which at least one reflector body (30?) comprises a reflecting surface (31), which reflecting surface (31) reflects the light emitted by the wave-length conversion element (20) in the visible wavelength range, wherein the reflector (30), at its reflector surface (30a) bearing the reflecting surface (31), is provided with the reflecting surface (31), wherein the reflector surface (30a) has at least one region (30a?, 30a?) that is free of the reflecting surface (31), and wherein the reflector surface (30a), at least in the region (30a?, 30a?) that is free of the reflecting surface (31), is embodied such that at least some of the excitation light incident in the region (30a?, 30a?) is ab

Abstract: A light module for a motor vehicle comprises at least one light source capable of emitting light rays, a support bearing the source, an electrical power supply cable of the source, an optical deflection element arranged so as to deflect the light rays emitted by this source to form a projected light beam at the output of the light module, and a guiding device for guiding the optical deflection element in rotation about an axis of rotation, in order to transversely shift the projected light beam. According to the invention, the support comprises a first part, bearing the light source, and the second part, between which there is inserted at least a part of the guiding device, and the cable passes through the rotation guiding device to be connected to said light source.

Abstract: A lighting module for a motor vehicle including at least one light source designed to emit light rays, optical deviation elements mounted movably in rotation about a first axis of rotation and arranged so as to deviate the light rays to form a light beam, and an actuator designed to rotate the optical element. According to the invention, the module is also designed to be movable in rotation about a second of rotation.

Abstract: A light module for a motor vehicle comprises at least one light source capable of emitting light rays, a support bearing the light source, optical deflection elements arranged so as to deflect the light rays emitted by the light source to form a light beam projected at the output of the light module, and guiding elements for guiding the optical deflection elements in rotation about an axis of rotation, in order to shift the projected light beam transversely. According to the invention, the rotation guiding elements comprise a first guiding element borne by the support and configured to cooperate with a second guiding element borne by the optical deflection elements.

Abstract: A process for making biochar from a processed organic-carbon-containing feedstock is described. The processed feedstock is introduced into a substantially microwave-transparent reaction chamber. A microwave source emits microwaves which are directed through the microwave-transparent wall of the reaction chamber to impinge on the feedstock within the reaction chamber. The microwave source may be rotated relative to the reaction chamber. The feedstock is subjected to microwaves until the desired reaction occurs to produce a solid processed biochar fuel.

Abstract: Lit image projection lamp and assemblies and methods to use the same to generate three-dimensional images. In an exemplary embodiment of a projection device of the present disclosure, the projection device comprises a light source and a curved lens positioned at a first distance from the light source, wherein the curved lens is a lenticular lens, having a concave portion and a convex portion, and wherein the projection device is configured to generate a homogenous light bar image from light emitted from the light source that passes through the curved lens.

Abstract: A luminaire has a light engine configured to be attached to a light source circuit board or LED module. The light engine may have a block structure with a cavity extending into the block structure from an aperture. The light engine may also have a slot, extending through a sidewall of the block into the cavity perpendicular to a first direction. The slot may form a mounting surface that has a larger surface area than an area of the aperture, onto which the circuit board or LED module may be attached. Further, the circuit board or LED module may be removable from the cavity and slidable through the slot.

Abstract: An exemplary lamp assembly includes a lens, a base, and a textured surface between an outwardly facing surface of the lens and an outwardly facing surface of the base. An exemplary lamp molding method includes injecting a first material into a mold cavity to form a lens, and injecting a second material against a textured surface of the lens within the mold cavity to form a base.

Abstract: A screen cover includes a screen cover body including an array of cover units arranged in multiple rows and multiple columns, each cover unit configured to be positioned over a respective LED lamp of an array of LED pixel units. Each cover unit has a shaped outer surface with edges, including an edge in common with an adjacent cover unit in a same row and an edge in common with an adjacent cover unit in a same column, such that the outer surfaces of the cover units along the columns and rows together form a continuous outer cover surface.

Abstract: Optical apparatus includes a semiconductor substrate and one or more radiation sources, mounted on a surface of the substrate and configured to emit optical radiation. A scanning mirror is mounted on the substrate and is configured to scan the reflected optical radiation over a predetermined angular range in a direction that is angled away from the surface.

Abstract: A light emitting device includes a substrate, a plurality of light emitting elements arranged in three or more rows on the substrate, and a light-transmissive member including a cylindrical lens portion having an array of three or more cylindrical lenses arranged parallel to each other along the rows of the light emitting elements so that each of the cylindrical lenses is on one of the three or more rows of light emitting elements. The rows of the light emitting elements are arranged with substantially uniform intervals. The cylindrical lens portion includes first cylindrical lens portions including at least cylindrical lenses at outermost sides of the array, and a second cylindrical lens portion arranged at an inner side of the first cylindrical lens portions and having a height greatest in the cylindrical lens portion.

Abstract: A device and method for housing a terminator circuit and brightly distributing light from one surface and dimly distributing light from another surface with a single light source. Additionally, light may be distributed from a top surface, a bottom surface and through an edge surface. In operation, the light fixture of figure may provide tri-directional lighting by providing light from the LEDs directed from one side of the light fixture, while providing light from a second side of the light fixture in the opposite direction (but offset), and directing a third portion of light from one of the LED arrays through a light pipe to an edge of the fixture. This allows a lighting designer a wide range of aesthetics and lighting affects because light of different densities may be directed where needed.

Abstract: Provided are an optical member capable of implementing optical images having desired shapes through a pattern design, and a lighting device using the optical member, the optical member including: a base substrate; multiple patterns sequentially arranged on a first surface of the base substrate and having inclined surfaces with an inclination angle with respect to the first surfaces; and a reflective portion on the base substrate or the multiple patterns, wherein the multiple patterns implement a line shaped beam of a first path crossing at right angles to respective pattern extension directions of the multiple patterns by guiding a first incident beam into a first surface direction toward which the first surface looks or a second surface direction toward which a second surface of the base substrate opposite to the first surface looks, through refraction or reflection from the inclined surfaces.

Abstract: A support ring is for mounting of a soft box on a light source. The support ring includes a connector for attachment of the support ring to the light source, and at least one cavity configured to receive support pins of the soft box. The cavity further includes a first and a second support element arranged to counteract a torque from the support pins, when the support pins are in an inserted position in the cavity. At least one entry element on a radial outside of the cavity is arranged to counteract a force required to bend the support pin to an angle where the support pin can be inserted into the cavity.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a light-emitting device includes: providing a base including a first depressed portion and a second depressed portion both upwardly opening; and positioning and mounting at least one semiconductor laser element on or above the base based on a predetermined point on a line connecting the first depressed portion and the second depressed portion in a plan view.

Abstract: A clamp and a clamp with light are disclosed for attachment to a work area such as a vehicle hood. The clamp with light includes a clamp having an upper arm with one or more bumpers, a lower arm with one or more bumpers connected to the upper arm, a rotating arm for vertical movement of the light, and a light connected to the clamp.

Abstract: A luminaire includes an adjustable torsion spring assembly for mounting the light engine assembly to a mounting frame and for providing the ability to conduct maintenance of the light engine assembly. The luminaire may include a mounting frame assembly; an light engine assembly engaged with at least a portion of the mounting frame assembly, the light engine assembly comprising at least one light source configured to emit light; and a support wire adjustably-coupled at a first end to a side of the light engine assembly, the support wire extending in the first direction from the side of the light engine assembly, and comprising at least one hook at a second end.

Abstract: A tool that allows a person to attach a fixture to a ceiling, and do the job on their own, quickly, safely, and without frustration. The tool includes a guiding rod that is selectively attached to the ceiling mounted electric junction box, a fixture support that is movable along the length of the guiding rod, and a lock that secures the fixture support at any of a number of desired positions along the length of the guiding rod. A first embodiment of the tool is used in pairs and includes a threaded cavity at the distal end of the guiding rod that is selectively attachable to one of the pair of holding screws extending down from the junction box. The second embodiment of the tool includes a threaded section on the outside of the distal end that is selectively attachable to a junction box crossbar that has a central threaded opening. The embodiment chosen by the installer depends on the fixture design and the preference of the installer.

Abstract: An enhanced array of light fixtures for providing both light and a desired non-light feature within an illuminated area of a structure. The enhanced array is formed from a first plurality of light fixtures that are adapted for emitting light and a reduced plurality of enhanced light fixtures comprised of a subset of the first plurality of light fixtures that are adapted for emitting light and also for supporting a corresponding plurality of auxiliary non-light-emitting devices that require a different voltage and are adapted for providing a desired non-light feature within the illuminated area of the structure.

Abstract: A dual-output power adapter for a lighted artificial tree having a plurality of tree portions with light strings having lighting elements. The dual-output power adapter includes a power cord including a first power conductor and a second power conductor, the power cord configured to transmit an input electrical power; a housing configured to receive the first power conductor and a second power conductor; power-converting circuitry in electrical connection with the first power conductor and the second power conductor, the power-converting circuitry configured to convert the input electrical power to a first output electrical power; a first pair of conductors for transmitting the first output electrical power; and a second pair of conductors for transmitting a second output electrical power.

Abstract: A conformal power adapter for insertion into a lighted artificial tree and for converting power received from an external power source to a power usable by the lighted artificial tree. The power adapter includes an elongated housing including a first end, and a second end; a printed circuit board assembly including power-converting circuitry for converting an input electrical power to an output electrical power for use by a lighted artificial tree having a hollow trunk section, the printed circuit board assembly located substantially within the elongated housing; a power cord secured to the first end of the housing and in electrical connection with the power converting electronics, the power cord adapted to transmit power from an external power source to the power-converting circuitry. The elongated housing enclosing the printed circuit board assembly is sized to fit substantially within the hollow trunk portion of the lighted artificial tree.

Abstract: The system of the present application includes a battery structure, a control board, a charging port, a switch, and a light. The battery structure is configured to provide a source of power to illuminate the light. The switch controls the passage of power to the lights and is configured to optionally regulate a pattern of illumination. The charging port is configured to allow for the recharging of the battery structure. The control board is configured to regulate the communication of the switch to the light. The system is configured to provide a method of illuminating an area about the user. The system permits for the selective recharging of the power supply. The system is configured to permit optional remote control capabilities to allow a user to adjust, manipulate, and control one or more features of the lighting system from a device remote from the shoe.

Abstract: A downlight is provided. The downlight includes an insulating housing, a power supply assembly, a reflection cup, a LED light source, and a diffusion cover, wherein, the interior of the insulated housing is divided into a first cavity and a second cavity, the power supply assembly is arranged in the first cavity, the reflection cup is arranged in the second cavity, the LED light source is arranged in the reflection cup and connected with the power supply assembly, the reflection cup is configured to dissipate the heat of the LED light source and reflect the light from it to the open end of the second cavity, and the diffusion cover encapsulated in the open end of the second cavity is configured to diffuse the light.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a multiLED fan controller apparatus, which is provided with various addressable RGB (Red-Green-Blue) LEDs. Each addressable RGB LED is built in with an IC (Integrated Circuit) control chip, which is equipped with a one-wire bus control function and can be connected in a series freely. The LED fans are only provided with windows of a single input and a single output that all the addressable RGB LEDs can be controlled. In addition, all the addressable RGB LEDs are controlled individually by a controller to result in various lighting effects through the change in output signals. The lighting can be adjusted remotely by the controller, or can be adjusted by a dedicated software program.

Abstract: A method and a device for reliably preventing undesired flashback or excessive separation/extinction of a pulsating flame for use in pulsed combustion reactors or pulsation reactors for thermal material treatment or thermal material synthesis is disclosed. The invention makes it possible to operate pulsed combustion reactors or pulsation reactors with thermal material treatment at markedly greater amplitudes of an oscillation of a hot gas flow in the reactor, and to improve the properties of the thermally treated/thermally synthesized material, and to markedly increase the throughput rates of the reactor (reactor capacity), and thus to reduce production costs in comparison to other thermal methods/apparatus for material treatment, and hence to make the pulsed combustion reactor technology or pulsation reactor technology more competitive. According to the invention, the invention uses a swirl burner to generate a swirl-stabilized flame, an essentially conical diffuser being connected downstream of the burner.

Abstract: The embodiments of the present application disclose a gas premix burner and a gas water heater. The gas premix burner has a combustion direction, the gas premix burner can be matched and connected with a premix chamber that is disposed upstream the combustion direction of the gas premix burner, gas and air can be burned by the gas premix burner after mixed in the premix chamber; the gas premix burner comprising: a burner substrate, a main combustion hole provided on the burner substrate; an auxiliary combustion hole disposed downstream the main combustion hole along the combustion direction on the burner substrate; an auxiliary flame of the auxiliary combustion hole intersects a main flame of the main combustion hole.

Abstract: A wall-fired burner includes a fuel tip defining a fuel direction axis and a fuel tip pivot axis perpendicular thereto. A first air tip is adjacent to the fuel tip. The first air tip defines a first air direction axis and a first air tip pivot axis perpendicular thereto. A second air tip is adjacent to the fuel tip, opposite from the first air tip across the fuel tip. The second air tip defines a second air direction axis and a second air tip pivot axis perpendicular thereto. A mechanism operatively connects the fuel tip, the first air tip and the second air tip for at least one of independent and/or joint movement of the fuel tip, the first air tip and the second air tip.