Abstract: To fulfill a sealing function for a fluid within a short period of time when a pump configured to pressure-feed the fluid is activated, provided are a seal ring, including: a first side surface (20); a second side surface (30) being a side surface on a side opposite to the first side surface (20); and a first side-surface side projecting portion (40) formed on the first side surface (20), in which a distal end portion (42) of the first side-surface side projecting portion (40) projects most toward an outward side from the first side surface (20) as compared to an entire surface of the first side surface (20) except for the distal end portion (42), and a sealing device using the same.

Abstract: A high pressure valve includes a lever and a variable force generator for facilitating control of opening and closing the valve at high pressures. The high pressure valve includes a housing having a chamber providing fluid communication between a first port and a second port, a pin movable within the chamber between an open position and a closed position. A first end of a lever is coupled to the pin and a second end of the lever is coupled to a variable force generator. The lever pivots about a pivot point. A controller coupled to the variable force generator is configured to adjust a force applied to the second end of the lever by the variable force generator to control the movement of the pin between the open position and the closed position.

Abstract: A valve assembly and a method of additively manufacturing the same are provided. The valve assembly includes a valve housing defining first and second mounting features, such as recessed dimples or protruding bumps, positioned on opposite sides of a substantially cylindrical channel to define a hinge axis. One or more valve flaps are positioned within the cylindrical channel, each valve flap including a hinge member extending along the hinge axis and defining two or more complementary features or coupling members for engaging either the mounting features of the valve housing or an adjacent hinge member.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a thermo valve includes an overlaying step of overlaying a valve body onto a thermo actuator so as to cover a groove portion; and a caulking step of caulking an installing portion of the valve body onto the thermo actuator. The caulking step is performed by pressing, by use of a jig, the valve body and the thermo actuator toward an axis center in a radial direction. A pressing face of the jig has a short side portion and a long side portion longer than the short side portion. Pressing is performed with the long side portion being substantially in parallel to the axis center of the thermo actuator and the short side portion being substantially in parallel to the groove portion.

Abstract: A spill prevention plug is provided. A plug body has an interior side and an exterior side with a threaded aperture that extends from the interior side to the exterior side of the plug body. The interior side of the plug body is removably attachable to a hose. A bushing threadingly engages the threaded aperture. A one way valve with a first end and a second end is provided with the first end of the one way valve engaging the bushing from the exterior side of the plug body. The one way valve being movable between an open position in which fluid flows through the one way valve from the interior side of the plug body to the exterior side of the plug body and a closed position in which fluid is prevented from flowing through the one way valve. An adapter for connection to a pump engages the second end of the one way valve.

Abstract: A ball valve includes a valve body, a ball chamber within the valve body and a valve ball within the ball chamber. The ball valve further includes valve seats in contact with the valve ball. Each valve seat includes a front face, a rear face and an outer face. The front face includes two or more low pressure contact rings and two or more high pressure contact rings that provide enhanced sealing against the valve ball under both high and low pressure conditions. The rear and outer face each include independent seal zones.

Abstract: A connection fitting (8) of a heat management module (1) of an internal combustion engine can be inserted into a receptacle hole (9) in a housing (2) of the heat management module. The aim is to be able to bias a sealing ring (16) of the nozzle against a rotary valve (3) using a compression spring element (13). The connection fitting is to be provided with a stop (24) that limits the longitudinal movement of the sealing ring in the direction of the rotary valve.

Abstract: The flow controller according to the present invention includes: a control valve; a first flow passage provided on the downstream side of the control valve; a second flow passage; and an expansion chamber provided between the first flow passage and the second flow passage. The second flow passage is provided in a position that is not on the extension of the first flow passage.

Abstract: A fluid switch-over device of the type that may be used in sanitary shower devices, the fluid switch-over device including a housing body which includes a fluid inlet channel and a plurality of fluid outlet channels arranged fluidically in parallel, a switch-over body which includes a fluid inlet, at least one fluid outlet and a fluid duct from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet and is disposed within the housing body to be translationally movable axially parallel and rotationally movable in a combined manner in relation to a longitudinal axis between at least two different operating positions. The switch-over body in each of the different operating positions is in fluid connection with the fluid inlet channel via its fluid inlet and differentially unblocks or blocks at least partially a fluid connection of its fluid outlet to the respective fluid outlet channel. An actuation unit for actuating the switch-over body includes an operating element disposed on the housing body to be user-operable.

Abstract: A fluid switch-over device illustratively for use in a sanitary shower device, including at least one fluid inlet, at least two fluid outlets, and a movable switch-over body for controlling fluid connections of the at least two fluid outlets to the at least one fluid inlet. The switch-over body is switchable between at least three different operating positions. An actuation device is configured for sequential and bidirectional switching-over actuation of the switch-over body both in a forward switch-over direction and in a backward switch-over direction inverse to the forward switch-over direction. The actuation device illustratively includes a first actuation unit for sequential switching-over actuation of the switch-over body in the forward switch-over direction and a second actuation unit for sequential switching-over actuation of the switch-over body in the backward switch-over direction, wherein the two actuation units comprise operating elements that are user-operable independently of each other.

Abstract: Check valve assembly (1, 1?) for a shock absorber (100) comprising a housing (10), said housing (10) comprising a first volume (11), wherein a first pressure (P1) prevails; a second volume (12), wherein a second pressure (P2) prevails; a fluid passage (20) between said first (11) volume and said second (12) volume; and a spool (40) movably arranged in said housing (10) for movement back and forth between an first position, in which a flow of fluid through said fluid passage (20) is allowed, and a second position, in which the spool (40) closes the fluid passage (20). The check valve assembly further comprises a first biasing means (50) configured to bias the spool (40) towards the second position through at least first operational range (OR1) of the spool (40) in which first operational range the fluid passage (20) is open.

Abstract: The present invention relates to expandable bodies or systems with bounding walls or bladder structures and at least one valve assembly thermally bonded thereto. More particularly, the present invention provides a fluid valve assembly for expandable fluid-containing bodies typically made from a thermoplastic rubber material or the like, which will exhibit significantly increased strength and durability during expansion and while expanded, especially at and around the interface between the fluid valve assembly and the bounding wall of the expandable body because of the enhanced strength of the fluid valve assembly interface through thermal sealing.

Abstract: A waterway assembly for a faucet including a plurality of tubular assemblies. Each tubular assembly includes a collar overmolded onto an end thereof and press fit onto a barbed fitting of an adapter.

Abstract: A valve guard for a valve assembly associated with a machine includes a first portion and a second portion disposed adjacent to the first portion. Each of the first and second portions includes a plurality of tabs. Further, at least one tab of the plurality of tabs is adapted to be removed from the first and second portions based on a configuration of the valve assembly. The removal of the at least one tab from the first and second portions provides at least one passage for connecting at least one fluid line with the valve assembly.

Abstract: A gas transportation device includes an inlet plate, a substrate, a resonance plate, an actuating plate, a piezoelectric component and an outlet plate stacked sequentially. The gas transportation device includes a valve disposed within at least one of the inlet of the inlet plate and the outlet of the outlet plate. A first chamber is formed between the resonance plate and the actuating plate, and a second chamber is formed between the actuating plate and the outlet plate. When the piezoelectric component drives the actuating plate, a pressure gradient is formed between the first and second chambers and the valve is opened. Accordingly, gas is inhaled into the convergence chamber via the inlet, transported into the first chamber through a central aperture of the resonance plate, transported into the second chamber through a vacant space of the actuating plate, and then discharged out from the outlet, so as to transport the gas.

Abstract: A solenoid valve includes a solenoid portion that moves a pin to one axial side and a nozzle portion including a valve body connected to one axial side of the pin, and a nozzle body that houses the valve body. The nozzle body includes a valve chamber that has a cavity recessed toward one axial side with an opening on the other axial side and that houses the valve body on one axial side of the cavity, and a solenoid housing portion that houses the solenoid portion on the other axial side of the valve chamber of the cavity. The valve body is driven by the pin and moves to one axial side to close a valve hole and is urged by a spring and moves to the other axial side to open the valve hole.

Abstract: A coolant control valve unit is provided. The valve unit includes a valve that opens and closes a coolant path and a rod that is extended from one side of the valve. A cam is also provided which includes a track formed with a predetermined inclination and a predetermined height along a rotation direction with respect to a rotation axis. The track thus presses the rod according to the rotation of the cam which is rotated about the rotation axis by and an actuator.

Abstract: Electromagnetic gas valve with a gas inlet, a gas outlet, and a closure member that is displaceable between an opening position and a closing position. A maximum flow is supplied through the gas outlet with the closure member in the open position and a minimum flow being supplied with the closure member in the closed position. The valve includes a main fluid channel with a closure hole through which the maximum flow is supplied to the gas outlet. The closure member includes a secondary fluid channel calibrated for the minimum flow to pass therethrough, such that the closure member in the closed position covers the closure hole and allows the passage of gas through the secondary fluid channel.

Abstract: A solenoid valve includes a solenoid portion that moves a pin to one axial side and a nozzle portion including a valve body connected to one axial side of the pin. The valve body is driven by the pin and moves to one axial side to close a valve hole and urged by a spring and moves to the other axial side to open the valve hole. The spring is disposed in an annular space between a radial outer surface of a second valve body portion and a radial inner surface of a valve chamber, one axial side of the spring is in contact with a bottom surface of the valve chamber, the other axial side is in contact with a first valve body portion extending radially from an outer surface of the second valve body portion, and the spring urges the valve body toward the other axial side.

Abstract: A valve body has in inlet, an outlet, and a port positioned between the inlet and outlet. An approach passage interconnects the inlet and the port and has a cross-sectional area that is greater than that of the port. One or more guide vanes are positioned within the approach passage and extend longitudinally along at least a portion of the approach passage so that a downstream end of the guide vanes is spaced apart from the port and the guide vanes divide the portion of the approach passage into sub-passages that have equal flow resistances.

Abstract: A device and method for the creation of a water proof component void form unit to create space between concrete structures and expansive soil for the passage of utility conduit lines is described. The unit includes a plurality of panels interlocked with one or more connectors and supports that pass internally through flutes within the panel members. The void space is formed from a singular panel that is scored along a score line. The score line passes only through an upper surface. The panel member is folded about the lower surface at the score line to form the void space. The panels are located in a trench and configured to define a void space underground for the passage of the utility conduit lines. The unit is configured to resist soil expansive forces so as to protect the placement and integrity of the utility conduit lines.

Abstract: Provided is a microtrench fill comprising cement, a polymer, and a colorant. Also provided is a method of using the microtrench fill to fill a microtrench in a roadway.

Abstract: A multi-sided cable clamp for clamping drop cables to main span cables. The cable clamp has a central body and a plurality of cable holding assemblies. The plurality of cable holding assemblies are formed into or secured to a side wall of the central body. A coupling member having an eye is operatively coupled to or integrally formed into a bottom surface of the central body so that the eye can be coupled to an extendable reach tool.

Abstract: An arrangement for fluid-tight connecting of lines including a first and second connection element. The connection elements are aligned with each other and are connected by fastening means. The arrangement includes an intermediate element between the connection elements and a holding element and a second sealing element. A first sealing element is arranged in the holding element between the sealing surfaces of the connection elements. The holding element has a hollow wall with a first and second edge. The second sealing element is connected to the holding element on the second edge. The intermediate element includes an indentation extending from a first end formed on an outer side of the second sealing element to a second end formed near the first sealing element. The first end has a conical shape, wherein oppositely arranged side walls of the indentation rest on one another on the outer side of the sealing element.

Abstract: This fastening system (20) for a pipe (13) passing through an insulating side panel (7) of an air handling unit (1), said panel (7) comprising two parallel walls (71, 72) separated by a layer of insulating material (73), and a hole (15) provided through the walls (71, 72) and the layer of insulating material (73) for passing the pipe (13), comprises two bellows (22) fixed on each of the parallel walls (71, 72) of the panel (7) around the hole (13), each bellow (22) comprising a frame (220) fixed on one of the walls (71, 72) and a deformable portion (222) fixed to the frame (220), comprising a wide portion (222a) which connects the deformable portion (222) to the frame (220), and a narrow portion (222b) fitted around the pipe (13).

Abstract: A seismic grooveless coupling is provided, which allows pipes to be connected by only pushing the pipes that do not have grooves on both sides thereof and fastening a bolt with a nut while the upper and lower coupling segments are assembled. The seismic grooveless coupling disclosed includes a packing made of an elastic material, wherein pipes transferring fluid are inserted into the packing from left and right sides, upper and lower coupling segments configured to restrict an axial movements of the pipes at both sides while surrounding the packing to be accommodated from upper and lower sides and getting closer to each other, and a fastening unit including a bolt and a nut configured to fasten the upper and lower coupling segments each other.

Abstract: Assembly for securing two components by tool free engagement. The assembly including a clamped component and a shouldered component. The shouldered component including a channel for receiving the clamped component. The channel having a first wall and a second wall. The clamped component being in contact with the second wall. The first wall of the channel having a tapered interface. A clamp including a clamp segment having a tapered interface, is adapted to wedge against the tapered interface of the first wall. The clamp segment being positioned between the first wall and the clamped component. Application of clamping force by the clamp on the clamp segment forces its tapered interface against the mating tapered interface of the first wall resulting in a force which translates from the clamp segment through the clamped component and against the second wall of the channel thereby securing the clamped component to the shouldered component.

Abstract: A clamping device (10) suitable for securing a pair of flanges (12) together, consists of a unitary strip of a polymeric material that defines a multiplicity of clamping segments (14, 15) linked by flexible strip portions (16). The ends of the unitary strip define latching elements (22, 24) shaped to interconnect when the ends are brought together. Along one face of the unitary strip the clamping segments (14, 15) define teeth (18, 20) that project at opposite sides of the unitary strip, and these teeth define faces that are adapted in use to contact outer faces of the pair of flanges. Each clamping segment (14, 15) may define two opposing teeth (18, 20). The clamping device can be operated with a single hand, being bent around the outside of the pair of flanges so that the clamping segments (14, 15) engage opposite faces of the pair of flanges (12) and hold them together, and the latching elements (22, 24) are interconnected.

Abstract: A gimbal joint includes a monolithic first member including a first connection portion; and a monolithic second member including a second connection portion engaged with the first connection portion such that the monolithic first member and the monolithic second member are configured to move relative to each other about a plurality of axes. The first member may include a plurality of structural portions and a support base. The support base may include an axially-extending aperture that extends through the support base.

Abstract: An assembly includes a tubular body having an axis, an axial end, a bore that is axial an aperture and a retainer groove formed in the bore and contiguous with the aperture. The assembly also includes a retainer mounted in the retainer groove. The retainer has a debris shield located external to the tubular body. The retainer includes a nominal configuration wherein the debris shield is configured to close off access to the aperture and the retainer groove to prevent debris from accumulating therein. In addition, the retainer includes an expanded configuration wherein the debris shield is not configured to completely close off access to the aperture and the retainer groove.

Abstract: A coupler includes a body, a stem, an actuator and a pressure gauge. The body defines an input port, an output port, a venting port and a main passageway. The stem is slidably coupled with the body and is slidable between a retracted position, a venting position, and an extended position. The venting position is between the retracted position and the extended position. The stem is biased into the retracted position. The actuator is operably coupled with the stem and is movable between a released position and an actuated position. The pressure gauge is coupled with the body and is in fluid communication with one of the input port and the output port.

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to a quick disconnect coupling for connecting a tube to another structure, such as a structure defining a port. The quick disconnect coupling may include a tube including a retention shoulder, a swivel rotatably disposed on the tube, and an adapter defining a bore for receiving a portion of the tube. The swivel may be engageable with the adapter to trap the retention shoulder between the swivel and the adapter. The adapter may be engageable with a receiving structure defining a port and the port may be in fluid communication with a lumen of the tube when the swivel is engaged with the adapter.

Abstract: A quick-connect coupler includes an input, a main body, an inner sleeve, a ball retainer, a valve, and outer and inner balls. The main body is coupled with the input. The inner sleeve is disposed in the interior chamber of the main body and is slidably coupled with the main body. The ball retainer defines an interior chamber and a second aperture. The ball retainer is disposed in the interior chamber of the main body and is slidably coupled with the main body. The valve defines a passageway and is disposed in the interior chamber of the ball retainer. The valve is slidably coupled with the input. The inner and outer balls are disposed in the first and second apertures. respectively. The interior chamber of the main body defines a first diameter. The interior chamber of the ball retainer defines a second diameter that is less than the first diameter.

Abstract: This circuit breaker (10) for a facility for handling pressurized fluid includes a male element (100) and a female element (200) intended to fit in one another. The male element includes a male body (102) defining a first inner pipe (104) and provided with a member for closing off the front end of the first pipe, along the fitting axis, of at least one first radial passage (116), of a movable valve (118) and a locking notch arranged on the male body. The female element includes a female body (202) defining a second inner pipe (204A) and provided with at least one radial passage (256), a movable valve (218) and several locking members (242) movable transversely with respect to the fitting axis, between a first radial position, for the axial locking of the male and female bodies in the coupled configuration, and a second radial position, where the locking members free the passage of the male body (102) in the female body (202).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (1) comprising a first connector (100) and a second connector (200). The first connector (100) and the second connector (200) comprise a stationary body (102, 202) defining a fluid circulation conduit (104, 204) opening up into a connection opening (106, 206), and a valve (108, 208) that is movable in relation to the stationary body (102, 202), between a closing position in which the valve (108, 208) closes the connection opening (106, 206), and a release position in which the valve (108, 208) opens up a passage through the connection opening (106, 206). The device (1) also comprises first locking means designed to lock the movable valve (108) of the first connector (100) to the stationary body (202) of the second connector (200), and second locking means designed to lock the stationary body (102) of the first connector (100) to the movable valve (208) of the second connector (200).

Abstract: A pipe (14) extending between a surface end (20) and a bottom end (22) thereof, and defining an internal passage (24) ending at the bottom end (22) and at the surface end (20). A dynamic closing member (30) at the bottom end (22), which opens above a threshold pressure applied from the exterior towards the interior of the pipe (14), and closing below the threshold pressure. The threshold pressure is defined as a function of at least one parameter representing the heaving of the pipe under the effect of variation in height of the water in which the pipe extends.

Abstract: Devices for setting a plug in a pipe, as well as methods of setting a plug using such devices, are provided. Such devices may include: a plug adaptor configured for coupling with the plug; a plug setting tool configured for engagement with the plug to actuate the plug; a motor in communication with the plug setting tool, the motor configured to actuate the plug setting tool; a control cable in communication with the motor for controlling operation thereof; and a supporting member directly or indirectly supporting the plug adaptor, the supporting member configured for positioning the plug in the pipe.

Abstract: The disclosed invention provides a device and method to detect leaks in pipelines and heal them instantly using twin ball technology. The device comprises two twin balls of novel construction inserted into the pipeline. The sensor ball receives acoustical data through internal sensors. Once the threshold of the sound level is surpassed, the smart ball will send a signal to the second flowing ball. The second ball will flow towards the leaking outlet and eject a healing fluid to close the leak and prevent further damage. The sensor ball will also alert the user to the size and location of the leak via Wi-Fi monitoring and text messaging. This twin balls technology could be used in pipelines of varying sizes and flow rates.

Abstract: A joint for preventing a water pipe from twisting comprises a hanger screw sleeve, a disk-shaped oil seal, a gasket and a connecting pipe. The disk-shaped oil seal is sleeved on one end of the connecting pipe, and the water pipe is sleeved on the other end thereof. The gasket is disposed between the disk-shaped oil seal and the connecting pipe. The disk-shaped oil seal, the gasket and the connecting pipe are all arranged in the hanger screw sleeve. As the hanger screw sleeve screws into a water pipe base and presses onto the disk-shaped oil seal, the disk-shaped oil seal and the gasket also rotate together with the hanger screw sleeve. This prevents the water pipe connecting to the joint from twisting.

Abstract: A robotic apparatus comprising first, second, and third wheel assemblies, and a clamping mechanism configured to apply a force for urging the second wheel and the third wheel to pivot in opposing directions towards a plane of the first wheel for securing the first wheel, the second wheel, and the third wheel to the pipe, each wheel assembly including an alignment mechanism for adjusting an orientation of the wheels to allow the robotic apparatus to move along a straight path or a helical path on the pipe. A method for navigating an obstacle on a pipe comprising advancing the robotic apparatus along a helical pathway on the pipe to position an open side of the robotic apparatus in longitudinal alignment with the obstacle, and advancing the robotic apparatus along a straight pathway on the pipe such that the obstacle passes unobstructed through the open side of the robotic apparatus.

Abstract: Provided is a surveying stand capable of precisely adjusting the angle of a scale. The surveying stand comprises an annular first pedestal (1) and support legs (2) connected to the first pedestal (1). A scale fixture (3) is disposed in the first pedestal (1). A scale alignment device is connected to the first pedestal (1). The scale fixture (3) can rotate horizontally relative to the first pedestal (1). A rotation adjustment device capable of adjusting the rotation angle of the scale fixture (3) is arranged between the first pedestal (1) and the scale fixture (3). The surveying stand is easy to operate and is capable of precisely adjusting the angle of the scale.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention provide a display support arm assembly that includes a proximal housing supporting at least one proximal shaft, a distal housing spaced from the proximal housing and supporting at least one distal shaft, and at least one link extending from the at least one proximal shaft to the at least one distal shaft. The at least one link is coupled for pivotal movement about an axis of the at least one proximal shaft. The display support assembly also includes a gas strut extending between the proximal housing and the distal housing. The gas strut provides substantially constant force throughout a range of the vertical adjustment of the display support arm. The display support assembly further includes at least one torque element associated with either or both of the at least one proximal shaft and the at least one distal shaft.

Abstract: An adjustable monitor stand that can hold a monitor includes a carrier, a base, and a low friction insert. First and second channel insertion portions extend from a curved lower surface of the low friction insert. Each has outer walls to be received by and fixedly engage with first and second base channels formed in a curved upper surface of the base, respectively, to prevent movement of the low friction insert with respect to the base. The first and second channel insertion portions each have inner walls to receive first and second protrusions extending from a curved lower surface of the carrier, respectively, and permit the carrier to be moved about a non-vertical axis as the first and second protrusions slide along the inner walls. The first and second protrusions of the carrier also form a frictional engagement with the inner walls of the first and second channel insertion portions.

Abstract: According to one aspect of the invention there is disclosed herein a stand head assembly (10). The stand head assembly (10) comprises a coupling (12) to facilitate coupling between an object to be supported and a stand body (14). The coupling (12) has an object face (16) adapted for operative attachment to the object to be supported, and an opposing support face (18) adapted for operative attachment to the stand body (16). The stand head assembly further comprises a drive assembly (20) which is operatively associated with the stand body (14) and adapted for attachment to the coupling (12). The drive assembly (20) includes a drive dog (22) which is operatively adapted to impart pivotal movement to the coupling. A securing assembly (24) is provided which is operatively adapted to secure the coupling to the drive assembly. The coupling (12) includes a drive slot (26) operatively associated with the drive dog (22) of the drive assembly.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a junction box includes a face plate having left and right edge margins and a central opening. The face plate includes a first set of indicia adjacent a top edge of the central opening and a second set of indicia adjacent a bottom edge of the central opening. Each set of indicia includes ruler graduations indicating a distance from the left edge margin of the face plate to the respective ruler graduation.

Abstract: A construction machine includes a frame. The machine includes an engine mounted on the frame. The machine includes a milling tool rotatably mounted on the frame and configured to be selectively coupled to the engine. The machine also includes a conveyor removably mounted on the frame. The machine further includes a support mechanism mounted on the frame. The support mechanism includes a track member secured to the frame. The support mechanism also includes at least one carriage member movably mounted on the track member. The support mechanism further includes an attachment member secured to the at least one carriage member and the conveyor. The attachment member is configured to be selectively unsecured from the conveyor. The support mechanism is configured to move at least a portion of the conveyor relative to the construction machine.

Abstract: The present invention is a device that is intended to secure objects to a pole or bar of various shapes and sizes while securely supporting an object. The object being supported may be a cup holder, cellphone holder or other mobile device holder, a flashlight holder or other object. The device provides an adjustable mounting clamp and an extension arm that are capable of pivoting in multiple directions and locking in each direction that it may pivot.

Abstract: A mounting track includes a track section having a track base, two vertical track-rails, and horizontal track-beams laterally-spaced-apart from each other by a first distance. An endpiece is attachable to the track section and includes an endpiece base, a vertical endpiece rail, and horizontal endpiece beams. When attached to the track section, the track base and the endpiece base align, the vertical track-rails and the vertical endpiece rail align, and the horizontal track-beams and the horizontal endpiece beams align to form a continuous track within which a retention element of a mount assembly can move. The endpiece includes an insertion zone where opposing portions of the horizontal endpiece beams are spaced-apart from each other by a second distance that is larger than the first distance to facilitate insertion of the retention element into the track.

Abstract: A hoop wrapped composite pressure vessel (1A) is provided in which a dome portion of a vessel main body (1) has a greater thickness than a thickness of a circularly cylindrical portion (2) and has a shape in which an outer circumferential curved surface initiating point (30A) that is situated axially outwards of an external diametrical surface (20) of the vessel main body that is flat in an axial direction is offset further axially outwards than an internal circumferential curved surface initiating point (31A) that is situated axially outwards of an internal diametrical surface (21) of the vessel main body that is flat in the axial direction and in which an FRP (10) is wound like a hoop around the vessel main body properly.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a high-pressure fluid vessel includes forming a first portion of a high-pressure fluid vessel with a molding process. The high-pressure fluid vessel includes a stack of capsules. Each capsule includes a first domed end, a second domed end, and a semicylindrical portion extending between and connecting the first domed end to the second domed end. The method further includes forming a second portion of a high-pressure fluid vessel with the molding process. The second portion of the high-pressure fluid vessel is positioned adjacent to the first portion of the high-pressure fluid vessel. The second portion of the high-pressure fluid vessel is welded to the first portion of the high-pressure fluid vessel.