Processes Patents (Class 137/1)
With control of flow by a condition or characteristic of a fluid (Class 137/2)
Carbonated beverage handling processes (Class 137/12.5)
Affecting flow by the addition of material or energy (Class 137/13)
Involving pressure control (Class 137/14)
Cleaning, repairing, or assembling (Class 137/15.01)
  • HYDRAULIC VALVE
    Publication number: 20150134081
    Abstract: A valve includes a case comprising a pin bore, a pin configured to move axially in the pin bore, wherein the pin seals the pin bore, a first channel in communication with the pin bore, a second channel in communication with the pin bore, wherein the second channel comprises a restrictor at a location offset from the first channel, a third channel in communication with the pin bore, wherein the third channel comprises a check valve, and the second channel and third channel are in communication with each other. The valve can be a miniature valve that is used in the control of hydraulic fluid in prosthesis, such as a prosthetic ankle joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE GMBH
    Inventors: Richard Geiger, David Kraige, Jeremy Frank, Jacob Loverich, Ben Gilbert Macomber, Adam Arabian
  • SPRING BIASED RETRACTABLE HOSES
    Publication number: 20150129042
    Abstract: An extendable and retractable pressure hose can be constructed comprising an input connector, an output connector, an elastic inner hose, an outer cover, and one or more portions of the elastic inner hose engaged with the outer cover and disposed between the first and second ends of the hose. In such a hose, the input connector and output connector can be connected to each end of elastic inner hose and outer cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2015
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Gary Dean Ragner
  • WATER SUPPLY VALVE AND WATER SUPPLY VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR WALL MOUNTED DRUM TYPE WASHING MACHINE
    Publication number: 20150128659
    Abstract: A water supply valve for a wall mounted drum type washing machine may include an integrated inlet housing, first water supply valve outlet housing, and second water supply valve outlet housing. The water supply valve includes an inlet housing including an inlet into which water enters and a first passage along an inner cavity; a first water supply valve outlet housing integral with and adjacent to the inlet housing and configured to communicate with the first passage; and a second water supply valve outlet housing integral with and adjacent to the first water supply valve outlet housing and configured to communicate with the first passage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: Dongbu Daewoo Electronics Corporation
    Inventor: Ui Kun HWANG
  • INOCULUM TRANSFER SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20150129041
    Abstract: A cap for a vessel has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. A first fluid passageway extends from the first side to the second side through the cap; and a second fluid passageway also extends from the first side to the second side through the cap. At least a portion of the second fluid passageway surrounds a portion of the first fluid passageway.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Chris Stowers
  • METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTING A FUEL TANK ISOLATION VALVE
    Publication number: 20150122228
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for adjusting and diagnosing a position of a fuel tank isolation valve of a fuel system. In one example, a method may include adjusting the fuel tank isolation valve via electrical pulses and tracking a position of the FTIV by counting each of the electrical pulses. When a vacuum is created in the fuel system, the method may include verifying the position of the FTIV based on resulting fuel system pressures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2013
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Bryan Bolger, Michael Paul Lindlbauer, Mark W. Peters
  • CONTINUOUS FLOW THERMODYNAMIC PUMP
    Publication number: 20150121905
    Abstract: A thermodynamic pump for provides gaseous hydrogen employing a plurality of liquid hydrogen (LH2) tanks sequentially pressurized with gaseous hydrogen (GH2) from an accumulator. A heat exchanger receiving LH2 from each of the plurality of tanks as sequentially pressurized returns pressurized GH2 to the accumulator for supply to an engine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2015
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventor: Daniel A. Watts
  • Systems and Methods for Decreasing Abrasive Wear in a Pipeline that is Configured to Transfer a Slurry
    Publication number: 20150122336
    Abstract: Systems and methods for decreasing abrasive wear in a pipeline that is configured to transfer a slurry that includes a liquid and solid particles. The pipeline includes a pipe that defines a pipeline conduit and an energy dissipation layer that is within the pipeline conduit and through which a portion of the slurry flows. The slurry may flow at high velocity and/or with high turbulence, and it may contain hydrocarbons. The systems and methods may include an energy dissipation layer to decrease the kinetic energy of a buffer portion of the slurry that flows through the energy dissipation layer relative to the kinetic energy of a central portion of the slurry that flows through a central region of the pipe. This decrease in the kinetic energy of the buffer portion of the slurry may decrease abrasion of the pipe by the slurry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventors: Matthew A. Dawson, Douglas P. Fairchild, Mario L. Macia
  • DUAL FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH
    Publication number: 20150122230
    Abstract: A fuel selector for use with a dual fuel generator includes a selector plate, a first fuel valve assembly positioned adjacent the selector plate and actuatable between an ON position and an OFF position to selectively control a first fuel flow to an engine of the dual fuel generator, and a second fuel valve assembly positioned adjacent the selector plate and actuatable between an ON position and an OFF position to selectively control a second fuel flow to the engine of the dual fuel generator. A selector switch coupled to the selector plate is linearly translatable from a first position to a second position, so as to enable positioning of only one of the first fuel valve assembly and the second fuel valve assembly in the ON position at a given time, such that the first and second fuel valve assemblies cannot be in the ON position concurrently.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicant: Champion Engine Technology, LLC
    Inventors: Mark J. Sarder, Leigh Jenison, Ian Schmit
  • SPACE SAVING WATER DRAINING SYSTEM DEVELOPED FOR USE IN SANITARY INSTALLATION PRODUCTS AND COMPRISING HIDDEN OVERFLOW SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20150122337
    Abstract: A draining system is disclosed for use in sanitary installation products such as basins, bathtubs and the like. The system has a hidden overflow system to save space. In the draining system the plug for collecting water in the sanitary installation is positioned above a waste water outlet for the sewage coming from the basin, which outlet may be positioned in a wall. Directly above the plug is the hidden overflow system having an inner and an outer duct, wherein upon closing the plug the water in parallel to the basin rises in the inner duct and, to prevent overflow, upon reaching a predetermined height is directed to the outer duct which leads directly to the waste water outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2013
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicant: ECZACIBASI YAPI GEREÇLERI SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI
    Inventors: Mustafa Manavoglu, Gürkan Saylisoy
  • AUTOMATIC SENSOR CONTROL PANEL
    Publication number: 20150114474
    Abstract: A method for regulating water output from a faucet is presented. The method includes receiving an input at a plurality of sensors, transmitting a signal to a control unit in response to receiving the input, controlling, via the control unit, at least a temperature or volume of water in response to the signal received at the plurality of sensors, outputting the water via a water output device, and outputting, via a display module, a visual indicator for at least the temperature or the volume.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Ralph BEDOLLA, Maria BLOCK, Chun-Hui YEH
  • POLYAMIDE COMPOSITES CONTAINING GRAPHENE OXIDE SHEETS
    Publication number: 20150114472
    Abstract: Graphene oxide/polyamide compositions are provided, as are methods for making and using the compositions. The graphene oxide component of the compositions has a C:O ratio of between 3 and 20, and comprises 0.01% to 5.0% by weight of the composition. Typical polyamide components include specialty nylons such as PA-11 and PA-12. The compositions have reduced water absorption and enhanced durability relative to otherwise identical polyamide compositions lacking the graphene oxide component. The compositions are particularly useful, for example, in flexible pipes and tubes used for transporting oil and gas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: David E. Kranbuehl, Hannes C. Schniepp
  • Volumetric Metering Unit
    Publication number: 20150114480
    Abstract: Method and device for metering a medium from at least one storage tank by a metering device, which has a piston pump, which defines a working chamber with a cylinder and a piston, wherein in a first method step a determined filling quantity of a medium is conveyed via an inlet valve into the working chamber and the determined filling quantity is greater than the quantity to be metered and, in a second method step, the piston reduces the working chamber in size enough that only the quantity to be metered remains, wherein the excess medium flows out of the working chamber, wherein the excess medium flows via the inlet valve back into a ring line, which is connected in a medium-conducting manner to the storage tank and is arranged outside the working chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Stefan HERTEL
  • LEAK DETECTION AND MITIGATION IN REDUCTANT DELIVERY SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20150113960
    Abstract: Solid storage media stores a reductant in a reductant source that is released from the solid storage media in a gaseous form into an exhaust system. A leak detection and/or leak mitigation system, method and apparatus is disclosed for the gaseous reductant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Michael J. Ruth, Cary Henry
  • Valve Lock
    Publication number: 20150114471
    Abstract: An improvement for a valve of a type having a stem assembly, a rigid bonnet, and a valve base comprised of a lock cavity formed in the bonnet and adapted to receive a lock mechanism therein, the lock mechanism including a locking pin that is positionable between a locked position and an unlocked position. At least one notch or aperture is formed in the stem assembly and is adapted to receive the locking pin of the lock mechanism when in the locked position. In one embodiment, a bonnet sleeve projects away from the lock cavity and is adapted to receive a locking clasp used with auxiliary padlocks. In another embodiment, the improvement is added to an existing valve as a retrofit product by replacing or modifying the bonnet and stem assembly. In another embodiment, the improvement is built into the valve during manufacturing and delivered as a complete solution.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Tim Draper
  • FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND THE METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FLOW THEREOF
    Publication number: 20150114470
    Abstract: The flow control device is provided and the method for controlling the flow. A flow control device comprises: a body including a first end, opposite second end, a first flow channel and a second flow channel, a plug and a laminar flow layer accommodated in the second flow channel; a telescopic device accommodated the length of the telescopic device is adjustable, so as to control the flow of fluid flowing through the opening area in the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Applicant: National Chiao Tung University
    Inventors: Wei-Hua CHIENG, Yi CHANG, Shyr-Long JENG, Chia-Chuan WANG, Ching-Wei SHIH, Bin-Han LUE, Hsiang-Pin LU
  • Seawater Transportation For Utilization In Hydrocarbon-Related Processes Including Existing Pipeline Infrastructures
    Publication number: 20150114473
    Abstract: Systems and methods for transporting seawater from a seawater source to an inland site for utilization as a drilling and/or fracturing fluid are disclosed. In an aspect, systems and methods are disclosed wherein seawater is extracted from an ocean at a coastal location and transported to an inland drilling and hydraulic fracturing site, thereby providing a consistent, large volume supply of seawater for use in drilling and/or hydraulic fracturing operations. Such systems and methods may eliminate usage of locally-sourced fresh water, eliminating the unsustainable burden that drilling and hydraulic fracturing places on local water tables.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Applicant: SEAWATER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Brent Smith
  • Information retrieval for boundary reading processing
    Patent number: 9019122
    Abstract: Information in a data store may be efficiently accessed to perform boundary reading processing. In one example, register readings of one or more register channels that are linked to one or more interval channels may be retrieved from the data store to determine whether or not a boundary reading of a time span is missing. If a boundary reading is missing, but a proximate register reading exists, the boundary reading may be estimated from the proximate register reading and at least one interval reading.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: Itron, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence D Heller
  • VALVE WITH ACTUATOR DIAGNOSTICS
    Publication number: 20150107675
    Abstract: A system for detection of degradation of a valve mechanism by measuring, for example, the time between powering an actuator and opening of the valve or the time between un-powering the actuator and closing of the valve. Time measurements may be compared with a predetermined threshold or previous measurements. An indication of a gradual degradation of the valve may be detected by an evaluation of a trend of measurements. Thus, a user may be notified of an impending failure before an actual failure of the valve. Diagnostic analysis may be of one or more items selected from a group consisting of combinations of time delays and distances of valve movement upon application and removal of power to the actuator, and one or more performance issues may be correlated for each of many combinations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventor: David Kucera
  • Anti-cavitation valve seat
    Patent number: 9010371
    Abstract: An anti-cavitation seat which is disposable between an inlet and an outlet of a pressure reducing valve, and including a plurality of inlets causing fluid to flow into a converging pathway to reduce pressure of the fluid. The inlets form a tortuous path for a portion of the fluid flowing into the anti-cavitation seat, so as to further reduce the pressure of the fluid. A standard stem assembly is used in conjunction with the anti-cavitation seat to alter the flow of fluid through the valve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Assignee: Cla-Val Co.
    Inventors: Robert Folk, David Becker
  • Portable Oxygen Enrichment Device and Method of Use
    Publication number: 20150104524
    Abstract: Lightweight, small, portable devices and methods are disclosed that provide oxygen-enriched air using an ultra rapid adsorption cycle based on advanced molecular sieve materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventors: Stephen Douglas Galbraith, David K. Walker, Kenneth J. McGowan, Elise N. DePetris, Judith C. Galbraith
  • PROCESS FOR PRODUCING BIOMETHANE FOR INJECTION INTO A GAS NETWORK FROM A PLURALITY OF PRODUCTION SITES AND SET OF DEVICES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION THEREOF
    Publication number: 20150101671
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the production of biomethane intended for supplying a natural gas network from n biogas production plants Ii, with i varying from 1 to n, in which each of the plants produces and stores the biogas which is collected at each of the plants via a mobile collection device and the collected biogas is purified so as to produce biomethane which is subsequently injected into a natural gas network. The invention also makes provision for storing the biogas, partially purified biogas, or biomethane in order to ensure the continuity of the supply of biomethane to the network during the collection round.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventors: Nicolas Paget, Pierre ROUX
  • REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR MONITORING A WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY WITHIN THE SAME
    Publication number: 20150101669
    Abstract: A refrigerator appliance and a method for monitoring a water filter assembly within the same are provided. The method includes monitoring signal communication between an RFID tag of the water filter assembly and an RFID reader of the refrigerator appliance and terminating a flow of water to the water filter assembly if the signal communication between the RFID tag of the water filter assembly and the RFID reader of the refrigerator appliance is lost or disrupted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Andrew Reinhard Krause, Natarajan Venkatakrishnan, Jonathan Charles Crosby, Tyler James Doering
  • LAUNDRY TREATING APPLIANCE AND METHOD OF FILLING A LAUNDRY TREATING APPLIANCE WITH LIQUID
    Publication number: 20150101668
    Abstract: A laundry treating appliance having a tub, a drum located within the tub and at least partially defining a treating chamber in which laundry may be received for treatment according to an automatic cycle of operation and a liquid supply system for introducing liquid thereto and a method for filling the laundry treating appliance including supplying liquid, determining a load inertia value and stopping the supply of liquid based thereon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: BRIAN P. JANKE, STEPHEN L. KERES
  • WATER HEATER ASSEMBLY FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20150101670
    Abstract: A refrigerator appliance and a method for operating a water heating assembly of the same are provided. The method includes operating a heating element of the water heating assembly to generate heated water. To dispense the heated water, an air valve of the water heating assembly is closed and an air pump of the water heating assembly is worked. In such a manner, heated water can be dispensed accurately and/or precisely.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Christian Francis Bird, Bradley Nicholas Gilkey, Robert Lee Lewis, JR.
  • POLYSILICON TRANSPORTATION DEVICE AND A REACTOR SYSTEM AND METHOD OF POLYCRYSTALLINE SILICON PRODUCTION THEREWITH
    Publication number: 20150104369
    Abstract: A method and system for reduction or mitigation of metal contamination of polycrystalline silicon are disclosed. A conveyance device comprising a flexible synthetic resin tube having an inner surface at least partially coated with an inner layer comprising elastomeric microcellular polyurethane is disclosed for use in fluidized bed reactor operations associated with manufacture and product handling procedures for ultra pure granular polysilicon. Use of the conduit to effect passage of the polysilicon mitigates foreign metal contact contamination from sources otherwise typically present in such manufacturing units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventor: Robert J. Geertsen
  • Blowout preventer with lock
    Patent number: 9004089
    Abstract: A lock for a ram shaft of a blowout preventer has a ram shaft controlled by an actuator, the ram shaft having a ram block end and a locking end, the locking end having an internal cavity that extends along an axis of the ram shaft, and a locking pin in the internal cavity. The locking pin has a release position retracted into the internal cavity, and a locking position extending from the internal cavity. A rotational stop engages the ram shaft and prevents the ram shaft from rotating. A locking pin stop is secured relative to the actuator, the locking pin stop engaging the locking pin in the locking position to prevent axial movement of the ram shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Inventor: Dean Foote
  • SYSTEM FOR HEATING A COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY IN AN HVAC SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20150096621
    Abstract: The present invention provides a system for heating a compressor assembly of a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The system comprises a heat source for transferring thermal energy to a plurality of compressor units. A controller varies the thermal energy transferred to the compressor units, between at least two substantially non-zero rates of transfer of thermal energy, in a plurality of modes of operation of the HVAC system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicant: Lennox Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Perez, Rakesh Goel
  • HYDRAULIC VALVE ASSEMBLY WITH TANK RETURN FLOW COMPENSATION
    Publication number: 20150096619
    Abstract: An apparatus has a pilot-operated spool valve connecting first and second work passages selectively to a supply conduit and a tank conduit. A first check valve normally allows fluid flow only in one direction from the first work passage to a first workport and when pilot-operated allows bidirectional fluid flow. A second check valve normally allows fluid flow only from the second work passage to a second workport and when pilot-operated allows bidirectional fluid flow. A first pilot valve selectively applies pressure to one end of the spool and to pilot operate the first check valve. A second pilot valve selectively applies pressure to another end of the spool and to pilot operate the second check valve. When fluid drains from a workport to the tank conduit, the associated check valve operates to maintain a predefined pressure in the first or second work passage through which that fluid flows.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicant: HUSCO International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Greenwood, Matthew J. Rades, Susan Kelpin
  • OIL-LESS PUMP SAMPLING SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20150096620
    Abstract: An oil-less pump sampling system for portable environmental testing. The system includes an oil-less pump that generates a suctioning force, an external hose carrying the suction from the pump and in fluid communication with a control value and a collection container. The control valve is fluidly connected to the external hose to regulate the flow of suction, and the collection container is fluidly connected to the external hose for suctioning a sample from the surrounding environment. The internal assembly of the pump includes an electromagnetic coil generating an electromagnetic force to move a plurality of magnets. The magnets oscillate to move a plurality of lever arms which move a plurality of diaphragms to create the suction force from a valve block. A plurality of internal hoses stems from the valve block and joined at a connector to carry the suctioning force to the external hose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicant: UMM-AL-QURA UNIVERSITY
    Inventor: ATEF MOHAMED FATHY MOHAMED
  • Oil Change Method And Apparatus
    Publication number: 20150096622
    Abstract: The present invention provides several embodiments of an oil change apparatus that basically have a valve/fitting connected to the conventionally available oil sump, a drain bracket installed on a low portion of equipment or vehicle periphery, and a flow line that fluidly connects the valve/fitting and the drain bracket. The oil change apparatus enables vehicle users to quickly and easily drain oil at a safe and convenient location. The present invention also provides several reusable and disposable means to properly collect waste oil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventor: Lanh Ngoc Nguyen
  • Dispense Interface
    Publication number: 20150096623
    Abstract: The present patent application relates to a dispense interface comprising a channel profile with at least two inlet channels and at least one outlet channel, wherein each of the at least two inlet channels is configured for fluid communication with a respective reservoir of at least two reservoirs, at least one top layer and one bottom layer, an intermediate layer structure arranged between the at least one top layer and one bottom layer, wherein intermediate layer structure is tightly laminated with the top layer and the bottom layer and wherein the intermediate layer structure comprises at least one intermediate layer comprising at least one recess for forming at least one part of the channel profile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventors: Frederic Laugere, Cristian Popa, Ben Impey, Andrew L. MacLeod
  • Integrated pressure control actuator assembly of hydrogen supply system
    Patent number: 8997771
    Abstract: An integrated pressure control actuator assembly of a hydrogen supply system includes: a start/stop solenoid valve, a bypass valve, and a pressure control actuator, which are integrally formed in a single body; a normal flow path formed on the body, through which hydrogen gas is transferred from the start/stop solenoid valve to the pressure control actuator; an auxiliary flow path formed on the body, through which hydrogen gas is transferred according to opening and closing of the bypass valve connected to the normal flow path; and a control means for controlling the opening and closing of the bypass valve by detecting a failure of the pressure control actuator. The assembly enables the fuel cell vehicle to be driven in a limp home mode in the event of an emergency by adjustment of the pressure of hydrogen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Hyundai Motor Company
    Inventors: Hyun Joon Lee, Yong Gyu Noh
  • INTEGRATED HYDRAULIC SKID SYSTEM INCORPORATED INTO A RAPID RELEASE EMERGENCY DISCONNECT SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20150090339
    Abstract: In various embodiments, fluid conduits such as high pressure hoses deployed in-between two sea-fairing vessels may be released during an emergency by using a rapid release emergency disconnect system as described herein, where the rapid release emergency disconnect system may engage with a hanger such as an industry standard frac hanger and be used in-line with fluid conduits such as high-pressure lines. Various skid embodiments are described which can be configured to interface with one or more of the described rapid release emergency disconnect systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Applicant: Oceaneering International, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary R. Spexarth, Richard Allan Myers, Kyle William Gebhardt, Alexander Robert Voss, Jordan Ashley Carter
  • PROCESSING-LIQUID SUPPLY APPARATUS AND PROCESSING-LIQUID SUPPLY METHOD
    Publication number: 20150090340
    Abstract: A processing-liquid supply apparatus includes a source, a discharge device, a supply channel connecting the source and discharge device, a filter device positioned in the channel to form first side having the source and second side having the discharge device, a pump device positioned in the channel, and a control device which controls suction and discharge by the pump device. The control device controls the pump device such that the liquid is discharged from the discharge device, that remaining of the liquid on the second side is suctioned to be returned to the first side and that the remaining of the liquid returned to the first side flows from the first toward second side together with refill of the liquid from the source, and the control device is set such that return amount of the liquid to the filter device is equal to or greater than amount of the discharge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Applicant: TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED
    Inventors: Koji Takayanagi, Kousuke Yoshihara, Yuichi Terashita, Toshinobu Furusho, Takashi Sasa
  • RAPID RELEASE EMERGENCY DISCONNECT SYSTEM UTILIZING A LINEAR CLAMPING MECHANISM
    Publication number: 20150090338
    Abstract: In various embodiments, fluid conduits such as high pressure hoses deployed in-between two sea-fairing vessels may be released during an emergency by using a rapid release emergency disconnect system as described herein, where the rapid release emergency disconnect system may engage with a hanger such as an industry standard frac hanger and be used in-line with fluid conduits such as high-pressure lines. Various skid embodiments are described which can be configured to interface with one or more of the described rapid release emergency disconnect systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Applicant: OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Gary R. Spexarth, Richard Allan Myers, Kyle William Gebhardt, Jordan Ashley Carter
  • TRANSFER CHAMBER GAS PURGE APPARATUS, ELECTRONIC DEVICE PROCESSING SYSTEMS, AND PURGE METHODS
    Publication number: 20150090341
    Abstract: Transfer chamber gas purge apparatus are disclosed. The transfer chamber gas purge apparatus has a transfer chamber adapted to contain at least a portion of a transfer robot, the transfer chamber including side walls, a chamber lid, and a chamber floor, wherein the chamber lid has a plurality of distributed chamber inlets. The plurality of distributed chamber inlets may include diffusing elements. Laminar purge gas flow may be provided above the substrate. Systems and methods including a plurality of distributed chamber inlets are disclosed, as are numerous other aspects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Inventors: Edward Ng, Eric A. Englhardt, Travis Morey, Ayan Majumdar, Steve S. Hongkham
  • GAS FILTERING IN ADSORBED GAS SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20150090344
    Abstract: Disclosed in certain embodiments are pressure release devices or filtering devices for adsorbed gas containers in order to increase the safety and efficiencies of adsorbed gas systems. In certain embodiments, the systems contain metal organic framework.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Inventors: William Dolan, Christoph Garbotz, Adam Lack, Joseph Lynch, Stefan Marx, Ulrich Mueller, Michael SantaMaria, Mathias Weickert
  • REDUCED FLUID DRAG ACROSS A SOLID SURFACE WITH A TEXTURED COATING
    Publication number: 20150083227
    Abstract: An article includes a substrate with a coating having asperities such that an average spacing between the asperities is between about 0.01 and about 1.5 micron. An average surface roughness of the coating is up to about 2 microns, and an average porosity of the coating is in the range from about 35% to about 70%. A material to reduce surface energy is disposed on the coating. A method for making such an article and a method for decreasing fluid drag across such an article are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
    Inventors: Rahul Anil BIDKAR, Ambarish Jayant KULKARNI, Luc Stephane LEBLANC, Vaibhav BAHADUR
  • FUEL SYSTEM FOR CONSIST HAVING DAUGHTER LOCOMOTIVE
    Publication number: 20150083229
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a fuel system for a consist. The fuel system may have a tank located on a tender car of the consist and configured to hold a supply of liquefied gaseous fuel. The fuel system may also have an accumulator located on a daughter locomotive of the consist and configured to hold a supply of pressurized gaseous fuel at a predetermined pressure. The fuel system may further have at least one conduit fluidly connecting the tank to the accumulator and the accumulator to a first engine on a lead locomotive of the consist. The accumulator is configured to supply pressurized gaseous fuel to the first engine when pressure of fluid within the at least one conduit drops below the predetermined pressure of the pressurized gaseous fuel in the accumulator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Applicant: ELECTRO-MOTIVE DIESEL, INC.
    Inventor: Aaron Gamache FOEGE
  • BISTABLE ACTUATOR, ACTUATOR ARRANGEMENT, METHOD FOR ACTUATON AND USE
    Publication number: 20150083228
    Abstract: A method for bistably actuating an actuator includes applying positive pressure in an actuator fluid supply that is fluidly connected to an actuator chamber by means of an actuator fluid supply connection, wherein a working positive pressure is generated in the actuator chamber, whereby an actuator element fluidly connected to the actuator chamber is brought from a resting position to an actuation position, pressure-tight sealing of the actuator fluid supply connection, so that the working positive pressure in the actuator chamber is maintained and the actuator element remains in the actuation position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Bastian Rapp, Christiane Neumann, Elisabeth Wilhelm, Achim Voigt
  • Coupling with automatic seal
    Patent number: 8985131
    Abstract: A conduit coupling can have a male portion and a female portion, with each portion having an internal biasing member. When the male portion is disconnected from the female portion, the internal biasing member in the male portion can cause a seal on a moveable plug to be biased against a lip of a stationary wall member to seal liquid from leaking out of the male portion. Also, the internal biasing member in the female portion can cause a lip of a moveable wall member to be biased against a seal that is connected to a stationary plug. Both the stationary plug and moveable plug can be connected to retaining portions by strips that are disposed away from an axis of the conduit coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Koolance, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Cheon, AnKuk Song, EungSoon Lee, Tim Hunting
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATION OF HYDROGEN PEROXIDE VAPOR
    Publication number: 20150075249
    Abstract: A method according one embodiment includes at least one of bubbling dried air through a hydrogen peroxide solution in a container for producing a first hydrogen peroxide vapor, and passing dried air from the moisture trap into a headspace above the hydrogen peroxide solution in a container for producing a second hydrogen peroxide vapor. Additional systems and methods are also presented.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Adam H. Love, Joel Del Eckels, Alex K. Vu, Armando Alcaraz, John G. Reynolds
  • VALVE DEVICE, STORAGE SYSTEM FOR LIQUEFIED GAS FUEL, VEHICLE, AND STORAGE METHOD FOR LIQUEFIED GAS FUEL
    Publication number: 20150075623
    Abstract: A first vapor phase valve including a housing, a flow passage in the housing, a main valve to block or open the flow passage, and an excess flow valve to block the flow passage when vapor phase dimethyl ether flows through the flow passage. The first vapor phase valve includes: a pressure chamber communicating with a pressure opening portion of the housing and a fixed shaft connected to the excess flow valve to maintain the excess flow valve in an open state by using pressure of liquid phase dimethyl ether flowing into the pressure chamber from the pressure opening portion. The excess flow valve, in order to prevent fluid from flowing out at a specified flow rate or more, can be forcedly opened.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2013
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Applicant: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
    Inventor: Takeshi Tokumaru
  • TELESCOPIC DRAIN HOSE ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20150075624
    Abstract: A telescopic drain hose assembly. The assembly includes a drain conduit having a tank coupler coupled to a first end and an end piece coupled to a second end. The tank coupler is configured for coupling to a grey or black waste discharge port, such as that of a recreational vehicle. The endpiece includes coupling elements for coupling with a pipe elbow or similar attachment. A handle is provided on the endpiece for positioning the endpiece in proximity to a waste receptacle port. The drain conduit is disposed within an outer housing comprised of a telescopic tube and a flexible sleeve. The flexible sleeve is adjacent the first end of the drain conduit and enables flexure or bending of the assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Michael P Mahaffa, Jonathan David Marshman, Dan Turnbull
  • BULK ADHESIVE TRANSFER DEVICES, KNIFE GATE VALVE DEVICES, AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20150075625
    Abstract: A bulk adhesive transfer system for transferring adhesive particulate to a melter includes a bulk supply and a transfer device, which may define a hopper of the melter, a mobile bin, and/or a buffer unit. The transfer device is configured to receive unmelted adhesive particulate from the bulk supply and then be selectively docked with the melter to transfer the adhesive particulate to the melter. The bulk adhesive transfer system may also include a knife gate valve device, which includes a plurality of ports that sequentially open and close to control flow of the adhesive particulate towards the melter. The bulk adhesive transfer system simplifies refilling operations for a melter while enabling continuous operation of the melter, even when the transfer device is undocked for removal from the melter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Charles P. Ganzer, Enes Ramosevac, Ronald Ramspeck, Raymond J. Slattery, III, Leslie J. Varga
  • FLOW BALANCING IN GAS DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS
    Publication number: 20150075626
    Abstract: Flow distribution networks that supply process gas to two or more stations in a multi-station deposition chamber. Each flow distribution network includes an inlet and flow distribution lines for carrying process gas to the stations. The flow distribution lines include a branch point downstream from the inlet and two or more branches downstream from the branch point. Each branch supplies a station. The flow distribution network also includes highly variable flow elements in each branch. Restrictive components are placed downstream from the variable control elements in each branch. These restrictive components are nominally identical and designed to shift the bulk of the pressure drop away from the variable flow components to improve flow balancing while not unduly increasing inlet pressure. In some cases, the load shifting allows the more variable flow components to operate in the unchoked flow regime.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Jeffrey Womack, Stephen Lau
  • Turbomachine fluid delivery system
    Patent number: 8978829
    Abstract: An exemplary system for delivering a turbomachine fluid to a supplied area is a pump configured to draw fluid from both a first container and a second container when operating in both a positive g-force environment and a negative g-force environment. The fluid from the first container in a positive g-force environment is a mixture of air and oil, and the fluid from the first container in a negative g-force environment is primarily oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: United Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Michael E. McCune, Denman H. James
  • Emergency shut-off signal generator for a valve assembly
    Patent number: 8978682
    Abstract: A control system includes a first valve configured to block a fluid flow between a first section of a flow line and a second section of the flow line in response to a first emergency shut-off signal of a first signal type. A second valve is configured to block the second section of the flow line and a third section of the flow line in response to a second emergency shut-off signal of a second signal type, wherein the first signal type differs from the second signal type.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Alstom Technology Ltd
    Inventors: Andreas Belzner, Dirk Matthes
  • MULTI-CHAMBER CONTAINER SYSTEM FOR STORING AND MIXING LIQUIDS
    Publication number: 20150068607
    Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to a multi-component container system and related methods for storing and mixing liquids and associated methods of use. The system includes a first chamber configured to hold a first liquid and which has at least one opening and a second chamber and a second chamber configured to hold a second liquid and having at least one opening. The at least one opening on the second chamber is capable of being operably connected to the at least one opening of the first chamber and the second chamber can be smaller relative to the first chamber. The system can have two configurations, a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration the second chamber can be removably disposed within the first chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Inventors: Brian G. Larson, Daryl J. Tichy
  • Flow Distribution Channels to Control Flow in Process Channels
    Publication number: 20150068608
    Abstract: The invention describes features that can be used to control flow to an array of microchannels. The invention also describes methods in which a process stream is distributed to plural microchannels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Inventors: Anna Lee Tonkovich, Ravi Arora, David Kilanowski