Abstract: A method for controlling a shift-by-wire (SBW) transmission may include detecting whether a shut-down condition is met in a state in which a parking gear stage of a vehicle is released, when it is detected that the shut-down condition is met, starting to drive a parking release device of maintaining release of a parking gear on the basis of an oil pressure of a parking piston or an RPM of an engine, and controlling an ON/OFF duty ratio of electric power of driving the parking release device on the basis of oil pressure of the parking piston, after starting to drive the parking release device.

Abstract: A wear ring for a piston of a die-casting apparatus comprises an annular body having a gap extending therethrough, the gap being configured to define at least two circumferentially offset pairs of circumferentially spaced apart facing surfaces. The annular body comprises an axial end face having at least one arc-shaped recess formed therein.

Abstract: There are provided a step seal, a seal structure, a turbo machine, and a method for manufacturing a step seal. The step seal suppresses leak of a fluid from a gap between a first structure and a second structure and is formed on the first structure so as to have a clearance between the step seal and a seal fin formed on the second structure. The first structure and the second structure face each other in a radius direction with the gap inbetween and rotate around an axis line relative to each other. The step seal includes: a step seal body having a step face facing an upstream side of a flow direction of the fluid and an opposed face facing the second structure; and a protrusion formed between the step face and the opposed face.

Abstract: A compressible seal that can be used for sealing an interface between a movable object an a stationary object is described. Also described is a method of sealing an interface between a recreational vehicle slide out and the frame of the recreational vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include a valve sleeve for forming at least a portion of a valve flow passage. The valve sleeve includes a seat end having a seat face, the seat end extending at least partially into a chamber of a valve body. The valve sleeve also includes a sleeve portion coupled to the seat end and having a coupling end opposite the seat face, the coupling end comprising a retaining mechanism for removably coupling the valve sleeve to the valve body. The valve sleeve further includes an opening extending along a length of the valve sleeve, the opening forming at least a portion of the valve flow passage and having a generally circular cross section.

Abstract: A compact manifold ball valve having a valve body, valve ball, valve stem and two piece retainer system; the valve body including a valve chamber having first and second ends, and a first flow passage intersecting the valve chamber and valve ball. The valve ball can be trunnion supported and include pair of movable seat assemblies that can be used to seal the valve ball to the valve body. A two piece retainer can be used to hold in place the valve components, the two piece retainer including a first section which moves only linearly along with a second retainer piece that is a threaded ring that rotationally locks in place the first section of the two piece retainer. The two pieces of the retainer can be symmetrically located about the centerline of the flow passage of the valve body.

Abstract: To provide a fluid control valve for use under high-temperature conditions and capable of achieving high durability and Cv value stability even with many operations, and a method of assembling the fluid control valve, a fluid control valve includes an annular valve seat provided inside a body having an inflow port and an outflow port and a diaphragm opposed to the annular valve seat to be in contact therewith or away therefrom by an ascending/descending motion of an actuator rod or a manual rod. A contact surface, which is an upper surface of the annular valve seat, to be in contact with and away from the diaphragm has a tapered surface formed along a centripetal direction of the annular valve seat.

Abstract: A water tap body has a mechanical mixing valve which is operable selectively to allow water to flow only from a first water inlet to a water outlet of the mixing valve, to allow water to flow only from a second water inlet to the water outlet, and to allow a mix of water to flow to the water outlet. The water tap body also has a mechanical selector valve which is operable selectively to allow water to flow only from a first water inlet to a water outlet and to allow water to flow only from a second water inlet to the water outlet of the mechanical selector valve. The water outlet of the mechanical mixing valve is in fluid communication with a first tap body outlet. The water outlet of the mechanical selector valve is in fluid communication with a second tap body outlet.

Abstract: A check valve for a vessel having at least one port for a buoyancy chamber. The check valve having a valve body fitted to sealingly engage the port and a stopper retained within the valve body and be moveable from a closed position limiting water from entering the port to an open position permitting drainage of water from the port.

Abstract: A valve seat for use in a fluid end of a fracturing pump that includes a first body portion having an inner wall and an outer wall, wherein the inner wall forms a fluid bore and outer wall is configured to contact an inside surface of a fluid passageway of a fluid end of the fracturing pump for support therein. The seat further includes a second body portion extending from the first body portion, the second body having a frustro-conical portion forming a seating surface for receiving a valve. A portion of the first and second body portion includes a hardened material insert forming a portion of the seating surface and a portion of the inner wall of the first body, and further includes a metallic body portion affixed to the hardened material insert, the metallic body portion forming at least a portion of first body portion outer wall.

Abstract: A retrofit valve shutoff device is provided that comprises a coupling key for coupling with an actuator of a shutoff valve on a fluid supply line, an inertial measurement unit for generating one or more signals in response to arrival of seismic waves, a motor for rotating the coupling key and the actuator of the shutoff valve, and a processing unit for receiving the one or more signals from the inertial measurement unit, analyzing the received signals to determine whether to close the shutoff valve, and sending a signal to the motor to rotate the coupling key and the actuator of the shutoff valve to close the shutoff valve based on the analysis of the received signals.

Abstract: A water level controller for a hydroponic system includes a float shifting upward and downward with the culture solution, a first magnetic attraction element and an inlet valve for feeding in the culture solution. The float includes a seal and a second magnetic attraction element. The seal closes the inlet valve to stop feeding in water when the float ascends to a high water level, and moves way from the inlet valve to start feeding in water at a low water level. The second magnetic attraction element attracts the first magnetic attraction element to keep the seal closing the inlet valve at the high water level and to keep the seal moving away from the inlet valve at the low water level, until the buoyancy of the float is larger than the magnetic attraction between the second and the first magnetic attraction element thereby causing escape from each other.

Abstract: Provided is a liquid discharge valve including a housing configured with an inlet port coupleable to a liquid line, a liquid outlet port, an inlet chamber accommodating a pressure responsive closing mechanism disposed between said inlet port and said liquid outlet port and configured for selectively opening a liquid flow path therebetween, a control chamber being in flow communication with the inlet chamber via a restricted fluid passage, a gas operated valve being in flow communication with the control chamber, and a discharge pilot valve being in flow communication with the control chamber.

Abstract: A flow control apparatus includes a body, a door, a drip chamber holster, and a valve. The door is pivotally coupled to the body. The drip chamber holster is coupled to one of the body or the door to retain a drip chamber. The valve is disposed within the body and is configured to receive a fluid line coupled to the drip chamber when the door is in an open position. The valve is operatively coupled to the door to secure the fluid line within the valve when the door is in a closed position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a valve, in particular to a valve with self-locking function which comprises a valve body, a valve element, a valve control assembly, an upper locking assembly and a lower locking assembly; the valve body comprises an upper box body, a lower box body, a water inlet pipe and a water outlet pipe; the lower end of the upper box body is fixedly connected and communicated with the lower box body, the left end of the lower box body is fixedly connected with the water inlet pipe, and the right end of the lower box body is fixedly connected with the water outlet pipe.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a valve assembly including a valve moveable between an open position where hydraulic fluid flow is permitted between first and second ports of the valve and a closed position where hydraulic fluid flow is blocked between the first and second ports. A characteristic vibration is generated by turbulent hydraulic fluid flow within the valve when hydraulic fluid flow is first initiated between the first and second ports as the valve moves from the closed position toward the open position. The valve assembly also includes a controller for providing electrical current to control movement of the valve via a solenoid. The controller includes an accelerometer for sensing the characteristic vibration. The controller identifies an electrical current value of the electrical current at a time when the characteristic vibration is detected.

Abstract: A reelable pipeline includes a pipe-in-pipe section and a single pipe section coupled to the pipe-in-pipe section. The single pipe section has a bending stiffness that is different from the bending stiffness of the pipe-in-pipe section. The reelable pipeline includes a transition piece connected between the pipe-in-pipe section and the single pipe section and having a bending stiffness that varies along its length.

Abstract: A multi-function support assembly supports, grounds, and shields numerous different types of aircraft systems and simultaneously stabilizes aircraft structures to which the support assembly is mounted. The support assembly includes a support tray and a number of support brackets attached to and spaced along the length of the support tray. The support tray attaches to aircraft floor beams or other aircraft structures to stabilize the structures while providing a mounting location for the support brackets. The support tray also provides electromagnetic and structural shielding for aircraft systems and a ground path for electrical and electronic components in the aircraft. The support brackets are formed of electrically insulative materials and attach to the support tray to support various aircraft systems below the support tray and to electrically isolate the support tray from the aircraft structures and the aircraft systems from the support tray.

Abstract: A flange joint assembly includes a first structure including a first flange and a second structure including a second flange coupled to the first flange to form a joint therebetween. The second flange includes a radially outer surface. The flange joint assembly also includes a compression ring coupled to at least the radially outer surface and configured to apply a compressive force to the radially outer surface to reduce an amount of tension stress within said second flange.

Abstract: An assembly component for a vacuum chamber, comprising a body and a flange, has a surface configured to press a seal against another mechanical part. The flange is made of an aluminum alloy and the surface is covered with a metal deposit mostly comprising nickel.

Abstract: The hose coupler has a sleeve defining a passageway between a first hose section and a second hose section, and includes a plurality of barbs each having an angled surface. In an embodiment, a collar can be fitted over the hose after it is pulled up onto the sleeve. The collar also has a plurality of barbs with angled surfaces corresponding to the angle of the barbs on the sleeve. The collar is adapted to substantially surround the first hose section disposed over the plurality of the barbs on the sleeve and the each barb on the sleeve generally aligns with the each barb on the collar.

Abstract: A hose assembly is formed with a flexible helical hose body, a termination ring secured to an end, and over-molded plastic. The termination ring includes a main ring, a secondary ring, and connector members, each configured to span between and be integrally connected with the main and secondary rings. The main ring has an inside surface formed to threadably couple to a corresponding helical portion of the hose body, and be positioned at least two to three turns away from the hose end. The length of the connector members positions the secondary ring at least two turns closer to the hose end. Each connector member has outwardly protruding ridges. Plastic is over-molded to encapsulate the first end of the hose body, to encapsulate the secondary ring and each connector member, and to encapsulate a portion of the main ring, while extending beyond the hose end to form a soft cuff.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of an oxygen quick connect device and method of using the same, the quick connect device includes a female coupling that has a first end and second end and a bore extending longitudinally through the first and second ends and further includes a biased plunger disposed within the bore of the female coupling and configured to reciprocate within, a seal member disposed on the plunger and configured to seal at a location on the bore of the female coupling, a catch device disposed at a second end of the female coupling body, and mechanism for connecting the female coupling to an oxygen supply source. The device also includes a male insert that has a first end and a second end and a first bore extending longitudinally through the first and second ends and groove for engaging with the catch device.

Abstract: A fluid connector that connects a first fluid system with a fluid port of a second fluid system for transferring fluids, including gaseous or liquid fluids, between the first and second fluid systems. The fluid connector can be used with differently configured, non-matching threaded fluid ports and allow for misalignment/tipping of the fluid connector to maintain a seal with the fluid port.

Abstract: A rapid-connect coupler includes a coupler body configured to convey a fluid; a coupling head at a first end of and communicating with the coupler body, the coupling head configured to transition between a coupled configuration and a de-coupled configuration. The coupler may further include a stop apparatus configured to allow the coupling head to transition from the de-coupled configuration to the coupled configuration without obstruction, and the stop apparatus may be configured to provide a hard-stop as the coupling head transitions from the coupled configuration to the de-coupled configuration.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting a first wellsite tube to a second wellsite tube includes a collar configured to engage with outer conduits of the first and second wellsite tubes. A coupling is disposed inside the collar and includes a first end axially disposed from a second end. A first structure is configured to provide sliding engagement between the first end of the coupling and an inner conduit of the first wellsite tube. A second structure is configured to provide threaded engagement between the second end of the coupling and an inner conduit of the second wellsite tube. A plurality of radially extending ribs are disposed between the opposing ends of the collar and support the coupling inside the collar.

Abstract: A gate valve cartridge, valve housing and installation assembly as well as a completion plug for a line stop fitting and installation assembly. The gate valve cartridge comprises a gate, a paddle, a threaded valve stem and a completion plug. Both completion plugs include an outer circumferential slot for accommodating a circumferential seal and both completion plugs also accommodate a normally-closed check valve. The check valves have an open distal end for receiving a check valve actuator and an open proximal end in communication with fluid disposed proximally of the circumferential seal.

Abstract: A plug for plugging a line includes a seal, a first end assembly and a second end assembly. The first end assembly includes a gripping member. An actuator is configured to draw the first and second end assemblies together when there is a relative motion between the actuator and the first end assembly. The actuator is configured to actuate the gripping member. An initial part of a motion of the actuator actuates the gripping member to grip an inner surface of the line, thus inhibiting a motion of the first end assembly, and a subsequent part of the motion of the actuator, relative to the thus motion-inhibited first end assembly, draws the second end assembly toward the first end assembly so as to compress the seal such that the seal may seal against the inner surface of the line thus plugging the line.

Abstract: An inflatable plug for sealing a pipeline includes a tubular member, a first indicator, and a second indicator. The tubular member has an inner surface and an outer surface that extends in an axial direction from a first end to a second end. The tubular member defines a central chamber configured to inflate to a predetermined pressure so that the outer surface of the tubular member expands to contact an inner surface of the pipeline. The contact between the outer surface of the tubular member and the inner surface of the pipeline define a contact length that extends in the axial direction. The first indicator and the second indicator are positioned on the outer surface of the tubular member. The first indicator is spaced from the second indicator in the axial direction by a predetermined length. The predetermined length is substantially equal to the contact length.

Abstract: The application relates to a method for producing a double-walled pipe (1) and a pipe (1) of this type, hating an outer pipe (3) which is press-fitted with an inner pipe (2) consisting of a corrosion-resistant alloy, wherein an adhesive (4) is inserted at least in regions between the outer pipe (3) and the inner pipe (2), wherein, after adhering the inner pipe (2) with the outer pipe (3), the inner pipe (2) and the adhesive layer (4) are removed at the pipe ends, and the inner side of the outer pipe (3) is plated via an integral connection with the inner pipe (2).

Abstract: A carrier pipe is protected from corrosion by being received inside a casing at a location above ground. The casing, which can be formed from a polymer, defines a gap extending around an exterior surface of the carrier pipe. In one embodiment, the gap is substantially filled with a potting material having a corrosion-resistant property. In another embodiment, a self-contained impressed current cathodic protection system is received in the gap. A pull head is installed on the carrier pipe and/or casing for pulling the pipe assembly, including carrier pipe, casing, and elements received in the gap, into an underground bore as a single unit. In some embodiments multiple pipe assemblies are pulled together into the same bore.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a tripod head. The tripod head comprises a support frame, a support plate connected with the support frame, a rotating plate having a first surface and a second surface, and a clamping plate connected with a second end of the rotating plate, wherein a first end of the rotating plate is rotationally connected with the support plate; and the clamping plate is located on the second surface and forms a clamping mechanism for clamping a first electronic device with the support plate when the rotating plate rotates corresponding to the support plate to form a certain angle. The clamping mechanism of the present disclosure can be folded so as to reduce the space.

Abstract: This invention provides for a pyramidal free-standing upright support for a taxidermy mount. The support body is formed by a plurality of trapezoidal-shaped substantially planar body panels and a flat top panel detachably securable together. The top panel is provided with a central opening, which receives an attachment assembly. The attachment assembly, in turn, holds the taxidermy mount above the top panel when in use. The body panels and the top panels can be transported flat and assembled on site.

Abstract: Disclosed are a support and a selfie stick with a support relating to the field of selfie stick technology. The support includes a seat body on which a receiving slot is provided, a support foot provided on the seat body and rotatable relative to the seat body to extend and support the seat body or to fold to be stored in the receiving slot, and a locking structure provided on the seat body for locking the support foot to support the seat body after the support foot is extended, or for unlocking the support foot to enable the support foot to be stored when the support foot is folded. The support enables the support foot on the support to be stored in the receiving slot after being folded, so that good structural fusion characteristics are provided between the support foot and the seat body.

Abstract: A method for controlling a gimbal includes detecting a motion state of a motion of the gimbal, comparing the motion state to a preset threshold, and controlling the gimbal to move along a moving direction of the motion or to move in an opposite direction to the moving direction oldie motion based on the comparison.

Abstract: A method and apparatus fueling vehicle with gaseous fuel includes storage vessels, dispensing sub-stations and a controller. The storage tanks or vessels can be at different pressures. The plurality of dispensing sub-stations each include a dispensing hose and a control valve. Each dispensing sub-station is in controllable fluid communication with the storage vessels so that fluid can flow from the storage vessels through the dispensing sub-station to a vehicle tank. A dispensing hose, and a control valve of the dispensing sub-stations are in the fluid flow paths. The controller receives feedback indicative of a filling parameter from the dispensing sub-stations, and provides control signals to the control valves of the first and second dispensing sub-station to implement one or more desired fill schemes.

Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.

Abstract: The present invention provides a retro LED light bulb comprising a transparent lampshade and a base fixedly connected with the transparent lampshade. It further comprises a transparent stem inside the transparent lampshade, a power supply board fixedly mounted on the transparent stem, rigid conductive wires passing through the transparent stem and connecting to the power supply board, and an LED filament fixedly connected to the rigid conductive wires; the rigid conductive wires are two in number; the LED filament is in U-shape; two ends of the LED filament are respectively connected to the rigid conductive wires as one-to-one connection. Since the LED filament is supported by the rigid conductive wires, and the LED filament is bent into a U-shape, the light emitted by the LED filament will not be blocked by the stem easily, resulting in more uniform light and better illumination effect.

Abstract: The present invention provides an LED light bulb comprising a transparent lampshade, a base, a transparent stem, a transparent seat, a power supply board fixedly mounted on the transparent seat, a first rigid conductive wire passing through the transparent stem, second rigid conductive wires passing through the transparent stem and connecting to the power supply board, and LED filaments fixedly connected to the first rigid conductive wire and the second rigid conductive wires. The second rigid conductive wires are two in number. The LED filaments are two or more in number. Each of the LED filaments are evenly distributed around the transparent stem, and each of the second rigid conductive wires is connected to at least one of the LED filaments.

Abstract: A light fixture includes a light-permeable tube with an end cap pushed onto a free end of the tube, a light module arranged inside the tube and a driver device at least partially received in the tube for driving the light module, wherein the tube has a substantially constant external diameter over its entire longitudinal extent.

Abstract: Apparatus and system for producing light using LED lighting with output within a predetermined desired color temperature range for commercial lighting uses. A preferred embodiment includes a first and second group of LEDs arranged in an alternating matrix configuration, each group of LEDs configured to produce light in a predetermined color temperature range. In a preferred embodiment, an LED light system includes a tubular LED lamp having substantially the same size and dimensions as a traditional fluorescent lamp tube and a control box for controlling power input and power gain to the first, second, or both groups of LEDs.

Abstract: A lighting fixture includes a housing, substrate within the housing, a plurality of closely spaced LED components mounted on the substrate and forming an array, an optical component arranged at an output end of the housing, and at least one circuit electrically connected to a power supply for powering the LED components. The LED components are arranged in multiple color groups, each color group having multiple LED components, and each LED component positioned a distance no greater than 1.0 mm from an adjacent LED component.

Abstract: A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

Abstract: An LED light fixture is disclosed with an elongated housing that forms a open lower light channel and an upper light channel that is juxtaposed to the open lower light channel with electronics cavity or conduit positioned there between. The LED light fixture preferably has an elongated reflective insert that extends through the open lower light channel and creates a reflection channel from which the indirect and reflected light is emitted and a detachable cover structure that includes a diffusion lens and a removable baffle structure that attaches to side walls of the upper light channel.

Abstract: A simulating electronic candle, includes a first light body and a second light body, wherein the first light body and the second light body are light-guiding bodies or light-emitting bodies, and a surface portion of the second light body is provided with a light-blocking body; and there is a preset angle between the first light body and the second light body, so that light from the first light body and light from the second light body cooperate with each other to produce an effect of a real flame being divided into three layers. With this simulating electronic candle, it is possible to simulate a situation when a real flame is burning.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has a lighting component, an energy storage assembly electrically connected to the lighting component, a control assembly electrically connected to the energy storage assembly, and an energy receiving component electrically connected to the control assembly. The energy receiving component wirelessly receives energy. The energy storage assembly includes a Graphene strip.

Abstract: A daylight illumination system for integration into a building or larger vehicle comprises a translucent facade element (800) containing a glass sheet and a light redirection element (302 or 708), and a light transport channel (801) for guiding light about horizontally into an interior of the building, the light transport channel comprising one opening attached to the interior side of said facade element and at least one opening towards the interior of the building, characterised in that the light redirection element (302 or 708) is formed as a structured polymer film or sheet attached to a glass sheet of the facade element (800) and is configured for changing the direction of incident light into the about horizontal light transport channel.

Abstract: A light device for a motor vehicle lighting and/or signaling device includes a flexible surface light source a housing arranged to conform at least a part of the flexible surface light source according to a predetermined form a cap arranged to press said part of the flexible surface light source against the housing the housing and/or the cap being capable of allowing light emitted by the flexible surface light source to pass.

Abstract: Provided is a vehicular illumination device capable of increasing a degree of design freedom in designing a vehicle having enhanced design. An illumination device is provided on a front portion of a vehicle. The illumination device includes a headlight, a light guide, and an outer glass. The light guide has an annular shape in such a way as to surround a periphery of the headlight. The outer glass includes a front surface portion for covering a front surface of the headlight, and a perimeter portion for covering a periphery of the headlight. The light guide is disposed along an imaginary plane inclined with respect to a tubular axis of the perimeter portion.

Abstract: A vehicular lamp includes: a plate-like lens body including a front surface and a rear surface; and a light source provided at the rear of the lens body and emitting light rays of uniform luminance which are irradiated forward through the lens body to form a predetermined light distribution pattern. The front surface includes front lens cuts; the rear surface includes rear lens cuts facing the front lens cuts, respectively; the rear lens cuts are provided in respective inclined postures so that the output directions of light rays having entered the lens body while being refracted by the respective rear lens cuts and having been outputted through the respective front lens cuts are the same as one another; and distances between the rear lens cuts and the front lens cuts are adjusted so that the luminances of light rays outputted through the respective front lens cuts are made uniform.