Abstract: A substrate assembly and a method of bonding substrates are disclosed. The method includes steps of: providing two substrate; subjecting a connecting surface of each of the substrates to surface-modifying treatment to form surface-modified region respectively on each of the connecting surfaces; contacting the substrates in such a manner that the substrates are connected with each other through a physical interaction between the surface-modified regions; and laser irradiating and melting a portion of each of the connecting surfaces to form a respective bonding region, and solidifying the melted bonding regions of the substrates to bond the substrates together.

Abstract: Nucleic acid from cells and viruses sampled from a variety of environments may purified and expressed utilizing microfluidic techniques. Individual or small groups of cells or viruses may be isolated in microfluidic chambers by dilution, sorting, and/or segmentation. The isolated cells or viruses may be lysed directly in the microfluidic chamber, and the resulting nucleic acid purified by exposure to affinity beads. Subsequent elution of the purified nucleic acid may be followed by ligation and cell transformation, all within the same microfluidic chip. Cell isolation, lysis, and nucleic acid purification may be performed utilizing a highly parallelized microfluidic architecture to construct gDNA and cDNA libraries.

Abstract: A microfluidic device for measuring an amount of an oxidant in a solution is disclosed. The device includes a microfluidic substrate configured to mix a solution sample to be analysed with an indicator dye solution containing an indicator dye under conditions suitable for some of the indicator dye to react with any oxidant in the solution to produce an oxidant measurement solution having a reduced indicator dye concentration that is indicative of the amount of oxidant in the solution, the microfluidic substrate including an optical reading window through which the reduced indicator dye concentration in the oxidant measurement solution can be measured optically.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cell culture device and its applications of creating gradient of chemicals or gradient of cells to mimic the in vivo physiological conditions of homeostasis.

Abstract: A device for high-throughput multi-parameter functional profiling of the same cells in multicellular settings and in isolation is provided. In certain aspects, an integrated microfluidic device for multi-parameter metabolic and other phenotypic profiling of live biological cells is useable with: 1) multicellular clusters or small biopsy tissue samples, 2) cultures of the constituent cells obtained after cluster/tissue dissociation, and 3) the same constituent single cells in isolation. The approach enables study of the effects of multicellular complexity, such as in response to treatment, pathogens, stress, or other factors concerning disease origination and progression. Measurements may be performed on single cells or multicellular populations or tissues in the same assay at the same time.

Abstract: In accordance with some embodiments, a fluid sample collection and retrieval apparatus including a microfluidic chip, a retrieval tube, a first switch, a second switch and a processor is provided. The microfluidic chip includes a first sample channel, a first fluid directing channel assembly, a first confluence chamber, a first collection channel, a first waste channel, and a retrieval hole. The retrieval hole passes through an outer surface of the microfluidic chip. The retrieval tube is connected to the retrieval hole. The first switch is connected to the microfluidic chip. The second switch is attached to the retrieval tube. The processor is configured to activate the first switch to operate the flow adjustment of the first fluid directing channel assembly and activate the second switch to operate a sample collection in the first collection channel within duration of operating the flow adjustment of the first fluid directing channel assembly.

Abstract: In order to expand capabilities of anisotropic ratchet conveyor (ARC) systems beyond those of the simple systems that include only a single track of consistent rung spacing, disclosed herein are ARC devices, systems, and methods related to ARC gates that can selectively pause droplet transport; ARC switches that can select the direction of droplet transport between two tracks, each moving away from an intersection between the two tracks; and ARC junctions that can move a droplet towards, and then through, an intersection between two tracks.

Abstract: A collection bottle and a method for detecting a characteristic of a sample are provided. The collection bottle includes a body and a cover. The body of the collection bottle has an accommodating space. The cover of the collection bottle is removably assembled to the body of the collection bottle, and the cover includes a channel and a testing part. The channel of the collection bottle communicates the accommodating space and the outside environment. While the cover of the collection bottle is assembled to the body, the testing part extends toward the accommodating space.

Abstract: A flow cell for a dissolution test apparatus, Includes a cell mount, a filter head, a cylindrical cell casing connected with the cell mount and with the filter head via threads provided on respective ends of the cylindrical cell casing, and a sample cell received in the cell casing and co figured for receiving a sample.

Abstract: A tramp iron relief system for a crusher. The preferred system includes a tramp iron relief cylinder, a relief valve adapted to open when oil pressure within said tramp iron relief cylinder exceeds a pre-designated limit, a tramp iron relief cylinder manifold block that is adapted to control the flow of oil into and out of the tramp iron relief cylinder, a tension cylinder, a tension cylinder manifold block adapted to control the flow of oil into and out of the tension cylinder, a tank line accumulator, and a hydraulic line to convey oil between the tank line accumulator, the tramp iron relief cylinder, and the tension cylinder. A method for controlling the movement of the tramp iron relief cylinder including reducing the pressure in the rod end of the tramp iron relief cylinder during normal operations of the crusher.

Abstract: A clearing cylinder comprises an upper cylindrical housing, a lower cylindrical housing, and a head assembly. The upper cylindrical housing further comprises an upper surface having a first circumferential recess, a first wiper ring disposed within the first circumferential recess, an upper side wall, and an upper bore defined within the upper side wall. The lower cylindrical housing further comprises a lower side wall defining an internal cylindrical cavity and containing a breather vent. The head assembly is disposed between the upper cylindrical housing and the lower cylindrical housing and further comprises a second circumferential recess defined within a topmost inside surface of the head assembly and a second wiper ring disposed within the second circumferential recess.

Abstract: A roller mill module with a fixed grinding roller with a first grind surface rotatably supported within a grind area between a first drive end and a second drive end of a support structure; an adjustable grinding roller with a second grind surface rotatably supported within the grind area; the adjustable grinding roller movable with respect to the fixed grinding roller to adjust a grind gap between the first grind surface and the second grind surface; a drive shaft of the fixed grinding roller and a drive shaft of the adjustable grinding roller extending from the first and the second drive ends of the support structure; and a sample port provided in a front side of the support structure; a sample passage coupled to the sample port extending to a position below the grind area and opposite a sampler stop surface.

Abstract: An ink mixture is manufactured by mixing carbon, graphite, and solvents in a mixing system which may include a Cowles disperser. The conductive portions (e.g. carbon, graphite) are evenly and universally dispersed, because an even dispersal means the conductivity of the resulting conductive strip (electrode) will be even, consistent, and reliable. The various embodiments of the ink mixture comprise a blend of different conductive pigments, including but not limited to carbon black and graphite. These embodiments must be grinded until below 6.5 Microns in particle size.

Abstract: A purification system and method may include a container receiving portion, pump, and magnetic field generating element. The container receiving portion may be configured to receive and support a container containing a mixture. Magnetic beads may be added to the container for separating a target substance from a remainder of the mixture. The magnetic field generating element may be movable relative to the container receiving portion between a non-working position remote from the container receiving portion and a working position adjacent an outer periphery of the container receiving portion. In the working position, the magnetic field generating element may attract the magnetic beads and hold them firmly against an interior surface of the container. While the magnetic beads are immobilized by the magnetic field generating element, the pump may remove the mixture from the container, leaving behind the magnetic beads bound tightly but reversibly to the target substance.

Abstract: In at least one illustrative embodiment, an electromagnetic filter may include a transfer pipe and multiple electromagnetic filter elements positioned in an interior volume of the pipe. Each electromagnetic filter element includes a support comb, a solenoid coupled to the support comb, and multiple magnetic members arranged in a planar array positioned within an opening of the support comb. Each magnetic member may rotate about an end that is coupled to the support comb. The magnetic members may be magnetostrictive sensors and may include a biorecognition element to bind with a target microorganism. A method for fluid filtration includes coupling the electromagnetic filter between a fluid source and a fluid destination, energizing the solenoids of each electromagnetic filter elements, and flowing a fluid media through the transfer pipe of the electromagnetic filter. The fluid media may be liquid food such as fruit juice. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: A magnetic particle separating valve that includes a valve body adapted for allowing particulate matter to flow vertically through the valve from an upstream to a downstream side. A discharge flow control apparatus is positioned in the valve body and includes a plurality of blades positioned in the valve body and movable between a fully open to a fully closed position to control the rate of discharge of material from the valve. Each of the plurality of blades includes a magnet positioned on the respective blade in a flow proximity position to attract and remove magnetically attractable particles from the particulate matter flowing past the blades.

Abstract: A method and device for slurrying a suspension, the device including a mixing container with an inlet opening configured to introduce the suspension into the mixing container, a distributor element having a collecting container and an outlet arm fastened to the collecting container, and a shaft with a longitudinal axis, with the shaft and the distributor element arranged inside the mixing container, and the distributor element rotatable around the shaft. The collecting container has a collecting opening that permits passage of the suspension from the inlet opening into the distributor element, the outlet arm has an outflow opening that lets the suspension leave the distributor element, and the outlet arm permitting the suspension to flow out of the distributor element, with a flow of the suspension causing a torque on the distributor element so that the torque supports a rotation around the shaft.

Abstract: A centrifugal separator includes a frame and a drive member configured to rotate a rotating part in relation to the frame around an axis of rotation. The rotating part includes a centrifuge rotor closing a separation chamber. The separation chamber includes a stack of separation discs arranged coaxially around the axis of rotation at a distance from each other such as to form passages between each two adjacent separation discs. The stack of separation discs includes a first type of separation discs having an outer diameter of A or below, and at least one separation disc of a second type having outer diameter B or above, wherein diameter B is larger than diameter A. At least one of the separation discs of the second type is arranged at a position in the disc stack that is within the upper 15% of the total number of separation discs and at least one of the first type of separation disc is arranged axially above the uppermost separation disc of the second type.

Abstract: A rotor assembly includes a rotor plate to rotate around a first axis; a bucket rotatably attached to the rotor plate and to rotate around a second axis; and a stop plate to rotate around the first axis relative to the rotor plate between an open position and a closed position, when in the closed position, the stop plate is to engage the bucket to fix an angular position of the bucket relative to a plane of rotation of the rotor assembly.

Abstract: A spherical centrifuge has a sinusoidal track engaged on its surface, the track circling the surface following a great circle of said centrifuge. A mechanical drive engages the track enabling rotation of the centrifuge. The track may have a constant sinusoidal amplitude and a constant sinusoidal period. The centrifuge may have an interior space and a portal into the interior space. The interior space may have any shape. The centrifuge rotates about its diameter while also reciprocating in rolling motion lateral to its forward rotational direction by following the sinusoidal track.

Abstract: A thimble assembly for a cyclone separator comprising a plurality of mounting brackets separately mountable on a shelf of the separator along the perimeter of an exhaust opening, a plurality of segments vertically successively suspended from the brackets, the segments of an upper row being joined to the brackets, the segments of each successive lower row being joined to the segments of a row immediately above, each bracket exclusively serving a chord of an arc concentric with the preferably circular opening that is substantially the same in length as the chord of an arc that a segment spans, a center-to-center chordal spacing of adjacent brackets being the same as a center-to-center distance of an adjacent pair of segments.

Abstract: A nozzle insert can be configured to be inserted along an insertion direction into a component of a product dispensing system. A stop portion on the nozzle insert can successively engage with a stop portion on the component when the nozzle insert is inserted into the component by different distances along the insertion direction.

Abstract: A dispensing closure for a squeeze-type container produces a fan-type spray in a low pressure environment. The dispensing closure includes a closure body having an upper deck and a skirt depending from the upper deck. The skirt is configured and arranged to attach to a product container, such as a squeeze-type container. A flow conduit extends from an interior of the closure body and through the upper deck to provide a flow path from an interior of the closure to an exterior of the closure. The flow conduit has an entrance orifice and an exit orifice. The flow conduit has an inner wall extending between the entrance orifice and the exit orifice. The flow conduit and the closure body are integrally formed. The flow conduit includes a tip portion with an exit orifice defining a shape to provide a fan-type spray in a low pressure environment.

Abstract: A spray assembly (110) for a spray head (200) which is arranged, in use, to adjust a spray pattern of fluid includes a spray plate (118) with a plurality of holes (132, 134) therethrough, and a control member (116) rotatable relative to the spray plate (118). In use, the orientation of the spray plate (118) is fixed and rotation of the control member (116) causes fluid to be directed to different groups of the plurality of holes (132, 134) through the spray plate (118). The spray assembly (110) further comprises at least one flow control opening (152) provided in a flow control plate (124) driven by rotation of the control member (116). The flow control opening (152) is arranged, in use, to be moved in response to rotation of the control member (116). The flow control plate (124) has teeth (142) on its outer circumference which interlock with teeth (146) on an outer circumference of an idler gear (148).

Abstract: A fire protection sprinkler includes a sprinkler frame and a deflector. The deflector is coupled to the sprinkler frame and distributes fluid discharged from an outlet of the sprinkler in a spray pattern centered about a sprinkler axis and defined by a fluid density in a first quadrant area 2.5 feet (ft.) below the sprinkler and perpendicular to the sprinkler axis, the first quadrant area having a first corner disposed along the sprinkler axis with a first edge extending in the direction of a fluid supply pipe, a second edge extending perpendicular to the first edge and intersecting the first edge at the sprinkler axis, the first quadrant area being defined by a grid of one square foot areas totaling an area of no more than 10 ft.×10 ft., the total fluid density being at least 15 gpm/sq. ft.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the application of liquid active substances. The subject matter of the present invention is a system, a method and a computer program product for the application of an active substance concentrate from a replaceable cartridge in a diluted form onto a target object with the aid of a portable spray device, wherein important parameters of the spray process are exchanged between the cartridge and/or the spray device and/or an external computer system.

Abstract: A spray gun is presented. The spray gun includes a fluid applicator configured to receive a pressurized liquid through an inlet and disperse the pressurize liquid through an outlet. The fluid applicator includes a body defining a fluid path. The fluid applicator includes a valve assembly with a first end portion opposite of a second end portion configured to be movable between a first position and a second position. The second end portion is configured to be in fluidic contact with the pressurized liquid at the first position. Both the first end portion and the second end portion are configured to be in fluidic contact with the pressurized liquid at the second position. The first end portion includes a portion of a blocking member configured to contact a seat within the body. The second end portion includes a distal portion of a guide.

Abstract: An Tube Spray Gun for coating an elongated member comprising a handle, a flow trigger, at least one positioner engaging the member and adapted to maintain a spray tip in a desired position relative to the member, a mounting means for releasably engaging the spray tip assembly around the member, a coating supply fluidly connected to the spray tip and a flow activated by the trigger and a spray tip assembly calibrated to provide complete radial coverage of the member, whereby an user engages the positioner placing the apparatus around the member and activates the flow trigger while moving the apparatus along the member to coat the entire radial surface of the member with a single pass.

Abstract: A liquid diffuser includes a base, a liquid reservoir, a spout for resting on the reservoir and having an upper opening, a fan, a polymeric gasket encircling the liquid reservoir, and a cover. The gasket includes a flange extending over a portion of an upper surface of the base that extends laterally beyond the liquid reservoir. The cover is sized and configured to be positioned over and around the liquid reservoir and the spout, and to rest upon the flange of the gasket. Methods of assembling such a liquid diffuser include resting the spout upon the liquid reservoir, and resting the spout upon the flange of the gasket over the base. Method of using such a liquid diffuser include powering a transducer for generating atomized droplets of the liquid, and supplying power to the fan to carry the atomized droplets of the liquid out from the diffuser with forced airflow.

Abstract: A method of controlling application of at least one material to a substrate is provided. The method includes configuring at least one array having a plurality of micro-applicators such that a subset of the micro-applicators is individually addressable to apply the at least one material to the substrate. Individually addressing the subset of micro-applicators provides control of a pattern width of a coating applied to a substrate, control of a flow rate of the material applied to the substrate, control of an angle of application of the material to the substrate, control of which and how many materials are applied to the substrate, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A nozzle plate (201) for use in a liquid droplet production apparatus and such apparatus, the nozzle plate comprising a flexible substrate having a linear array of nozzles that extend through said plate, said nozzles being arranged in at least one line, forming thereby a nozzle-bearing region, wherein the substrate is curved so as to impart an increased longitudinal stiffness to it. The apparatus comprises a piezo actuator (202, 203), which may have slots (211) separating fingers acting on the nozzle plate (201). The nozzle plate may be separable form the actuator.

Abstract: Plant for making decorations on a bituminous membrane including a feed device configured to feed the bituminous membrane at a determinate speed in a direction, and at least two depositing apparatuses disposed one in series with the other in the direction and configured to deposit solid particles on the bituminous membrane according to respective patterns in order to obtain respective decorations on the bituminous membrane. The depositing apparatuses each includes a transfer member configured to receive, support and transfer the solid particles from a respective feed device, to the surface to be enhanced of the bituminous membrane.

Abstract: To provide a surface treatment method for hydrophilizing a surface of a treatment target and preventing charging by a simple and easy method and an anti-static agent. The present invention provides a surface treatment method. The method comprises an anti-static treatment step of coating a treatment target with an anti-static agent comprising an electrolyte (e1), a hydrophilic polymer (a) and water, and having electrical conductivity of 15 mS/m or more to obtain a coated film (A), drying the coated film (A) to obtain an anti-static layer, and a hydrophilizing treatment step of coating the anti-static layer with a hydrophilizing treatment agent comprising a hydrophilic polymer (b) and an alcohol to obtain a coated film (B), and drying the coated film (B), followed by rinsing thereof.

Abstract: Methods and systems for coating metal substrates are provided. The methods and systems include sequential application of low flow and high flow powder coatings followed by a single heating step to provide a cured coating. The methods and systems include a marker that allows coating uniformity to be monitored and assessed during application. The described methods provide coatings with optimal surface smoothness and edge coverage.

Abstract: Disclosed is an actuator generating haptic sensations, the actuator having a spherical rotor driven by a magnetic force vector created around the same, a stator having a space corresponding in shape to the spherical rotor defined therein to allow the spherical rotor to be positioned in the space and having a portion of an upper part of the spherical rotor exposed, at least three rotation-driving coils formed in the stator at a given distance from each other to provide the magnetic force vector to the spherical rotor, and a driving unit independently controlling electric current supplied to each of the rotation-driving coils to create the magnetic force vector.

Abstract: The concepts, systems and methods described herein are directed towards a device sifting soils. The device is provided to including: a frame having open areas at top, bottom, and rear side; a plurality of wheels coupled to the frame; a first screen coupled to the frame, wherein the first screen has a grid to receive material for sifting; a vibrating unit coupled to the first screen, wherein the vibrating unit is configured to vibrate the first screen such that small objects and dirt in the material pass through the screen and the open areas of the frame and the large objects in the material fall off from the first screen at a first side of the sifting device; and a tow hitch to be coupled to a vehicle, the vehicle pulling the sifting device using the tow hitch.

Abstract: Wipes for preventing chlorine depletion suitable for commercial applications (e.g., industrial and consumer disinfectant wipes) are provided. The wipe includes at least one nonwoven layer, at least one pulp layer, and a nonionic modified siloxane additive. The at least one nonwoven layer and the at least one pulp layer may be hydroentangled to form a hydroentangled nonwoven fabric having a first surface and a second surface. Additionally, the nonionic modified siloxane additive may be disposed on at least one of the first surface or the second surface.

Abstract: The present discloses a system for washing and de-icing of aircrafts. The preset invention provides a hangar comprising three gantries to ensure different steps of the washing or the de-icing process. The structure of the gantries is essentially made of telescopic arms allowing more flexibility on the positioning of nozzle clusters during the washing and de-icing process. The use of such a mechanical system is easily accommodated to different aircraft bodies regardless their sizes. The whole functionality and positioning of the system is ensured by a programmable system.

Abstract: An additively manufactured component with an internal passage; and a multiple of ultrasonic horns additively manufactured within the internal passage.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are disclosed which enable the reduction of sample carryover in the measurement cell of an analytical instrument. A sample cell is defined as a region sealed within a first o-ring. Located outside of said sample region is another o-ring which seals and defines a seal wash region as the region between the first and second o-ring. After the fluid sample is injected into the measurement cell a pressure is applied to the seal wash region, forcing the first o-ring to the innermost extent of the groove in which it sits, expelling any trapped solvent and removing from the measurement cell a significant dead volume while the cell is flushed and prepared for a new sample and corresponding measurement.

Abstract: Techniques for determining the suitability of a subterranean formation as a hazardous waste repository include determining a neutron flux of a first isotope in a subterranean formation; calculating, based at least in part on the determined neutron flux of the first isotope, a predicted production rate of a second isotope in the subterranean formation; calculating a first ratio of the predicted production rate of the second isotope relative to a theoretical production rate of a stable form of the second isotope; measuring respective concentrations of the second isotope and the stable form of the second isotope in a subterranean water sample; calculating a second ratio of the measured concentration of the second isotope relative to the measured concentration of the stable form of the second isotope; and based on a comparison of the first and second ratios, determining that the subterranean formation is suitable as a hazardous waste repository.

Abstract: A waste disposal system with a waste receiver for receiving pharmaceutical waste material. A locking assembly is secured to a fixed surface and actuated from a locked configuration to an unlocked configuration. A lock cylinder of the locking assembly may extend forward of a front wall of a receiver body of the waste receiver to engage a locking feature of the cover in the locked configuration. A cover retention feature may prevent axial decoupling of the cover from the receiver body. An engagement feature is moved to be disengaged from the receiver body, and the receiver body is moved away from the fixed surface to disengage the locking assembly from the cover. The cover is decoupled from the cover retention feature, and coupled with the receiver body to seal the pharmaceutical waste material. The locking assembly may be removed from a lock passageway for disposal of the waste receiver.

Abstract: An in-situ thermal desorption system, an in-situ thermal desorption-oxidation remediation system and a remediation method are provided, wherein the in-situ thermal desorption system comprises a heating device and an extraction device, wherein the heating device is used for transporting heated air to the contaminated soil to desorb the organic pollutants, and wherein the extraction device is used for sucking the desorbed organic pollutants. The in-situ thermal desorption-oxidation remediation system adds a thermal catalytic oxidation device based on the in-situ thermal desorption system, wherein the organic pollutants extracted by the extraction device are catalytically degraded in the thermal catalytic oxidation device, and a device for recycling and reprocessing an exhaust gas is further added. The present disclosure also provides an in-situ thermal desorption-oxidation remediation method.

Abstract: A milling apparatus includes a plurality of milling roller units each including one milling roller that is made contact with, by pressing, one surface of one of a plurality of differently angled plate parts of an elongated metal milling material and another milling roller that is made contact with another surface of the plate part by pressing. At least one of the milling roller units mills a plate part different from a plate part milled by any other milling roller unit. A plurality of the milling roller units configured to mill an identical plate part are installed in a longitudinal direction of the plate part. The one milling roller and the other milling roller of at least one of the milling roller units are movable in axial directions thereof.

Abstract: A sealing device includes a flexible seal (10), a source of gas (15), a gas inlet (14) into the seal, and a gas outlet (17) from the seal 10, 17 whereby gas flows through the seal. A cryogenic source cools the seal and the gas from the cryogen helps seal the seal to the roll and to keep the seal flexible as the gas flows.

Abstract: A method to form a product from a work-piece in a press is provided. The press includes a top tooling and a bottom tooling and a clamping device. The method comprises pressing the work-piece at a first stage of a top tooling movement in the bottom tooling; and clamping and pressing the work-piece at a second stage of the top tooling movement in the bottom tooling.

Abstract: A manufacturing method of a press-formed article includes: forming a specified shape in a plate-like member made of metal; forming a convex portion in a portion that does not undergo deformation by the forming of the specified shape in the plate-like member; and flattening the convex portion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a machine for forming sheets by longitudinal stretching, the machine includes: two stretch heads located on either side of a forming tool for the sheet, the stretch heads each including a line of grippers integral with a support structure which is associated with way of stretching and which is mounted on a chassis by the intermediary of a tipping axis; at least one tipping cylinder being inserted between the chassis and the support structure, in order to allow for the maneuvering in rotation of the support structure about the tipping axis; and the chassis being carried by a support frame. The stretching machine includes a unit, inserted between the support frame and the chassis, arranged to allow for an adjusting of the vertical positioning of the tipping axis.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the disclosure provide methods and systems for controlling dimensions of metal hydroformed parts. According to an embodiment, a control method includes: obtaining an inner cavity volume of a target part and an inner cavity volume of a tube blank; injecting a liquid into the tube blank under a high pressure condition; determining a liquid volume compression compensation quantity according to the inner cavity volume of the target part; determining a liquid volume increment-target part corner radius relationship according to the inner cavity volume of the target part, the inner cavity volume of the tube blank, and the liquid volume compression compensation quantity; determining a liquid volume increment according to the liquid volume increment-target part corner radius relationship; and controlling dimensions of a metal hydroformed part according to the liquid volume increment.

Abstract: A swage mechanism operable to expand an inner diameter of tubing. The swage mechanism includes a housing defining a longitudinal axis, a plurality of jaws coupled to the housing and movable relative to the longitudinal axis for selectively gripping the tubing, and a ram including a cylindrical portion and a frusto-conical head portion. The frusto-conical head portion of the ram is insertable into the tubing to expand the inner diameter of the tubing.