Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing a hydrogen rich gas stream at a high pressure for use by hydrogen vehicles or other devices requiring hydrogen rich feed streams are disclosed in the present invention. As the pressure of gaseous hydrogen is increased, the temperature of the gaseous hydrogen also increases due to the heat of compression. The apparatus and method of the present invention utilize localized cooling via a vortex tube to cool the gaseous hydrogen caused by the increase in pressure.

Abstract: A modular coupling system allows a combined gas canister and integral regulator to be used with a wide range of different utilizer devices such as flow meter, conservor or delivery apparatus. A first coupling part is secured to the pressurized gas canister permanently, and carries a combined main delivery valve and venting valve to allow connection of the gas utilizer to the canister by means of a second coupling part formed integrally with or attached to the gas utilizer device by a simple push and twist action which, upon fitting, closes the venting valve; and opens the main delivery valve in sequence.

Abstract: One embodiment relates to a valve including a tubular housing with first and second openings and an internal shoulder adjacent to the first opening. The valve further includes a pin having a first end and a second end opposite of the first end, a spring positioned about the pin, a seal located at the second end of the pin and adjacent the second end of the tubular housing, and a clip located at the first end of the pin. The clip engages with the internal shoulder of the tubular housing to compress the spring between the clip and the seal.

Abstract: An apparatus for storage and liberation of compressed hydrogen or other gases is provided. The apparatus includes a housing defining a chamber that includes a cartridge comprising an array of hollow microcylinders defining cavities for storage compressed gas. Each microcylinder has at least one end sealed with a plug made of an easily meltable alloy. The apparatus also includes a gas liberating tool configured for controllable liberating the gas from the cartridge into the chamber; and a control system operatively coupled to the discharge valve and liberating tool, and configured for controlling operation thereof. According to another aspect of the invention, there are provided a system and method for filling a cartridge having an array of hollow microcylinders having open ends. The filling includes placing the cartridge into a chamber of an autoclave, and compressing the gas in the chamber, thereby providing permeation of the gas through the open ends into cavities of the microcylinders.

Abstract: A thermal management system for gas flow from an on board high pressure vehicle gas storage tank comprising an on board heat source operatively interconnected with a heater disposed in proximity to the metal component gas outlet flow control system of the on board tank; a thermostat regulating the flow of heat to the heater such that the thermostat regulates the temperature of the metal component outlet flow control system of the tank to a temperature corresponding to at least the minimum lower limit temperature permitted by the temperature tolerance range of metal component outlet flow control system of the tank; and an optional insulating shroud circumferentially disposed surrounding the gas flow heater installed in the system.

Abstract: Described is an eyeglass case having integrated speakers. The eyeglass case includes a housing having two compartments, wherein a first compartment is adapted to receive a pair of eyeglasses while a second compartment houses a speaker system.

Abstract: A vessel for rare-gas filling is provided, where almost complete light circular polarization is realized, which has a light incident window of a single crystal material whose thickness and crystal axis orientation are optimized, and a polarization method of rare gas nuclei in the vessel is also provided. In addition, embodiments of the vessel is provided, which is impervious to alkali metal, and sustains high pressure, and shows no permeability for 3He gas, and has negligibly small neutron absorption so as to be suitable for application to basic science, for example, neutron scattering, and the polarization method in the vessel is also provided. The vessel for rare-gas filling of the present invention comprises a vessel body 3, and a pipe 4, which is connected to the vessel body 3 and introduces a rare-gas containing gas and an alkali metal into the vessel body 3.

Abstract: Provided is a thin-type glasses case for lens protection which is handy to carry in a pocket by realizing a thin shape, and is also suitable to completely protect glasses lenses by preventing the lenses from contacting with the inside of the case.

Abstract: In one embodiment of the present invention a system is provided for allowing a consumer to easily match a suitable pair of primary eyeglasses with a suitable pair of auxiliary eyeglasses. In one example (which example is intended to be illustrative and not restrictive), the suitable pair of primary eyeglasses may be matched with the suitable pair of auxiliary eyeglasses without damaging or opening the package which contains the pair of auxiliary eyeglasses. In another example (which example is intended to be illustrative and not restrictive), the system may comprise a package and/or a displayer.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a device for a fluid enclosure. The device includes a sensing device that responds to a change in distance relative to a fluid enclosure. The change in distance is a function of at least one dimension of the fluid enclosure.

Abstract: A reduced-weight container or vessel for storage, transportation and processing gases and liquids under pressure has a plurality of hollows formed in the outer wall, resulting in a reduced weight without compromising the structural integrity.

Abstract: A storage case for aircraft flight personnel's goggles is provided. The storage case has a case bottom and two doors. Each door has a closure adapted to maintain the goggles in the case between the case bottom and the doors.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a flexible fluid enclosure interface system comprising a flexible fluid enclosure, one or more components and one or more strain absorbing interfaces in contact with the flexible fluid enclosure and the one or more components.

Abstract: An object is to provide a gas container and a method of producing the gas container in which liner constituting members can appropriately be joined to each other and productivity can be improved. A gas container has a resin liner constituted by joining a plurality of liner constituting members, the liner constituting members each having at least a hollow cylindrical part, and a reinforcement layer arranged on an outer periphery of the resin liner. Joining portions of the liner constituting members are joined to each other over a circumferential direction by laser welding, and the joining portions are made of a laser transmitting resin and a laser absorbing resin, respectively.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing a plastic fuel tank by moulding a parison in which, during the moulding operation, a pipe (3) is attached to the parison at least two points, the said pipe being deformable.

Abstract: The invention concerns a hollow body of plastic material, in particular a fuel tank, which was obtained by extrusion blow molding, having at least one line which is stationarily laid in its interior, wherein the hollow body is distinguished in that the line is at least region-wise joined in material bonded relationship to the inside wall of the hollow body.

Abstract: The technique of the invention manufactures a gas storage tank, which includes a gas absorbent/adsorbent and is capable of storing a high-pressure gas. The manufacturing process of a hydrogen storage tank first assembles a heat exchanger unit and packs the particles of hydrogen storage alloy into the heat exchanger unit. The manufacturing process then blocks hydrogen storage alloy filling holes used for packing the hydrogen storage alloy in the heat exchanger unit and attaches a detachable cover member to a hydrogen inlet. The manufacturing process subsequently locates the heat exchange unit filled with the hydrogen storage alloy in a cylindrical tank and narrows both ends of the tank to form joint openings. The manufacturing process then heat-treating the tank under water cooling and detaches the cover member. The manufacturing process attaches joint assemblies to the joint openings and forms a reinforcement layer around the outer circumference of the tank to complete the hydrogen storage tank.

Abstract: Pressure vessel filled with at least one medium, where a gas mass enclosed by an envelope is pre-pressurized by a fluid, especially for volume compensation in piston-cylinder assemblies. The separating means is provided in an annular space, which is bounded by an interior wall and an exterior wall, and where at least one port for the annular space and at least one port for the enclosed gas mass are provided. The ports are aligned when the piston-cylinder assembly is inserted in the pressure vessel, which moves seals into their sealing positions.

Abstract: A method, apparatus, and system for controlling an environment within a container having at least one material type. An inert gas is introduced into the container to displace any harmful atmospheric components that may be present in the container, which could react with the solid material in the container. The displaced harmful atmospheric components are expelled from the container to a measuring device which identifies the concentration of the expelled components. The amount of inert gas being introduced into the container may be controlled in response to the measured results.

Abstract: Described herein is a portable storage device that stores a hydrogen fuel source. The storage device includes a bladder that contains the hydrogen fuel source and conforms to the volume of the hydrogen fuel source. A housing provides mechanical protection for the bladder. The storage device also includes a connector that interfaces with a mating connector to permit transfer of the fuel source between the bladder and a device that includes the mating connector.

Abstract: A cooling garment comprises a phase change material and at least one of: at least one leg portion and at least one arm portion. The phase change material may have a transition temperature between solid and liquid phases of between about 60° F. to about 90° F. The at least one arm portion has the phase change material disposed therein, and the at least one leg portion has the phase change material disposed therein. The arm and leg portions may be attached to a torso portion and shorts portion, respectively, and may be removable therefrom. The cooling garment may include a sensor configured to indicate a cooling capacity of the phase change material. A portable container having a reactivation substance stored therein may be provided to reactivate the phase change material. In one embodiment, the portable container is part of a self-contained breathing apparatus. In another embodiment, the phase change material is submerged in the reactivation substance in the container.

Abstract: A contact lens case (101) comprises a base (103) having a left cavity (105A) and a right cavity (105B) for storing contact lenses (113A, 113B). An upward-facing base dome (109A, 109B) in each cavity supports the lenses with the rims of the lenses downward. A lid (106) comprises downward-facing lid domes (121A, 121B) to retain the lenses on the upward-facing domes of the base. The lid domes allow expelling of air during closing of the case to maintain good hydration of the lenses.

Abstract: Enhanced containment, capture, transfer, and storage of hydrogen gas in sealed enclosures is achieved using multi-layered materials comprising polymer(s), metal(s), metal alloy(s) and/or metal oxide(s) that either form, line, or coat the wall(s) of the sealed enclosures. These composite materials decrease “loss” of hydrogen gas by combining equilibrium and kinetic barriers to hydrogen diffusion. Capture and separation of gaseous hydrogen permeating through the wall(s) of an enclosure is accomplished by trapping the gas in either one or more internal liquid layers, or in one or more attached, gas-tight covers. Tightly packed sets of sealed enclosures, especially pipes or tubes with one or more polymer/metal±metal oxide/liquid layers or interlayers can be placed in hydrogen “warehouses” and/or “silos” to provide seasonally firmed supplies of hydrogen gas to local or city-gate markets.

Abstract: The invention relates to foldable spectacles comprising two lenses ( 1a, 1b) which can be adjusted between a support position and a folded position and which are connected to each other by means of a nose piece (10). The nose piece (10) extends on a connecting axis (I) which is arranged on a plane of the spectacle lens and comprises a folding joint (15) which is used to fold the spectacles. The folding joint (15) can be rotated about a rotatable axis (m) which extends at an acute angle (B) to the connecting axis (1), such that the spectacle lenses ( 1a, 1b) are arranged on the same plane next to each other in a folded position after a 180° rotation.

Abstract: A container having a compartment for retaining personal objects such as eyeglasses comprises a transducer which activates the container in response to a specified user action in proximity to the container. In some embodiments, the transducer is a motion detector and is activated in response to user motion. In other embodiments, the transducer comprises a speech recognition module and is activated in response to the user's voicing a specified utterance. Some embodiments become illuminated upon activation. Some embodiments produce a sound upon activation, enabling the user to locate the container. Some embodiments have a normally closed lid which opens upon activation. Some lidded embodiments are normally locked and become unlocked upon activation. Some embodiments of the container further normally provide low level lighting, thereby enabling the container to serve as a night light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an eyeglasses case for storing a pair of eyeglasses.

Abstract: An onboard hydrogen storage unit for a hydrogen powered vehicle including one or more hydrogen storage vessels at least partially filled with a hydrogen storage material which stores hydrogen in metal hydride form. During operation of the hydrogen powered vehicle heat is provided to the hydrogen storage material within the one or more hydrogen storage vessels to aid in desorption of hydrogen from the hydrogen storage material. During hydrogen refueling, heat of hydride formation is removed from the hydrogen storage material within the one or more hydrogen storage vessels to aid in absorption of hydrogen into the hydrogen storage material. The heat of hydride formation is removed from the one or more hydrogen storage vessels via a heat transfer fluid circulated and/or cooled by a stream of compressed air.

Abstract: A cover or jacket designed to fit standard cooking gas cylinders of varying sizes is provided. More particularly, the cover comprises a specific fire-proof material which protects users from fire hazards and harms likely to stem from an uncovered cooking gas cylinder, while simultaneously protecting the cooking gas cylinder itself from any harmful particles and/or bacteria that would normally be found on an exposed cooking gas cylinder.

Abstract: A combined eyeglasses and clip-on glasses case is provided which includes a base having a recess to hold the eyeglasses, a base cover hinged to the base by a hinge and having a clip-on glasses recess adapted to hold the clip-on glasses, and a clip-on glasses recess cover, hinged to the base cover by a second hinge. The base cover is rotatably attached by the base cover hinge to the base, wherein the base cover is movable from a closed position such that the base recess is covered, to an open position wherein the base recess is opened. The clip-on glasses recess cover is rotatably attached by the recess cover hinge to the base cover, wherein the clip-on glasses recess cover is movable from a closed position such that the clip-on glasses recess is covered to an open position wherein the clip-on glasses recess is opened.

Abstract: An eyewear cleaning device and method provides convenient cleaning of various types of eyewear, such as glasses and sunglasses. The eyewear cleaning device comprises a housing with a retractable cord, at the end of which is attached a soft, nonabrasive cloth for cleaning eyewear lenses. A cleaning fluid dispenser may be included with or attached to the housing. The device can be attached to clothing or other items in proximity to the user of the device, such as a dashboard, sports bag or backpack.

Abstract: An eyeglass case comprises a cover including a lengthwise first groove along one side, a lengthwise second groove adjacent and parallel to the first groove, and a lengthwise third groove along the other side; a body including a lengthwise ridge along one side pivotably fitted in the first groove, a lengthwise fourth groove below the ridge, a lengthwise member having a section of V between the ridge and the third groove, and a lengthwise fifth groove along the other side; two side members releasably coupled to the cover and the body, each side member having an interior recess for facilitating of closing the cover onto the body; and two snapping members each having a section of C, a top end clung in the second groove, and a bottom end clung in the third groove for pivotably securing the cover to the body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination eyeglass case and eyeglass strap. The case includes a outer wall and two side walls. The outer wall has a first, second and third section, the first and second section are pivotably attached to the third section. A fastening device connects said first section with the second section to open and close the case. A post is affixed to each side wall. A strap having two free ends with each free end being removably from the attachment to each post permitting each free end of the strap to alternatively be attached to eyeglasses.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fluid tank for carrying hazardous materials such as a automobile gasoline tank which is non flammable and flame resistant. More specifically, the present invention is directed to a fluid tank_having an outer layer of a polyolefin containing a non halogen char forming additive to prevent flammability.

Abstract: A multi-cavity ease for holding items such as eyeglasses. The multi-cavity case includes a container that has a first housing member, a second housing member, and a central panel member. Each of the members is movably interconnected by a plurality of elongate connecting members that are alternately coupled to adjacent edges of each of the members of the container such that the container is manipulable between different positions. Each of the housing members has a cavity for holding items. Opposite sides of each of the members of the container are alternately accessible when in the different positions such that each cavity is selectively accessible in one configuration, or partially covered by the connecting members for the purpose of holding items when in a different configuration.

Abstract: A case for multiple pairs of eyeglasses has a top surface and an opposing bottom surface, a front surface and an opposing back surface and defines a volume for receiving eyeglasses with a length orientation of the eyeglasses substantially parallel to the front of the case. The case is formed from a cover portion and a base portion, hinged together at a pivot line that extends across the bottom of the case parallel to the length orientation of a pair of eyeglasses stored in the case. Preferably, the pivot line is offset on the bottom of the case so as to be closer to the back than the front. The pivot line forms a part of a mating line between the cover portion and the base portion. Preferably, the mating line extends obliquely upward from the bottom, across the ends of the case, and across the top. A divider separates the internal volume of the case into two compartments, each accommodating one pair of eyeglasses.

Abstract: A swivel mounted commodity case for holding eyeglasses that includes a durable tubular-shaped elongated case having an interior surface extending from a first end to an opposed closed second end wherein the interior surface forms a holding chamber for receiving the eyeglasses. A top is added that is hingedly attached to the first end of the case. The top is adapted to selectively move between an open position wherein the opening to the chamber is freely exposed and a closed position wherein the top covers the first end of the case. A rotatable clip is provided which is used for attaching the case to a user's clothing. The clip includes a clip member having a clasp for attaching to the user's clothing and includes a slot receptacle; and, an annular hub for attachment to a side of the case. The hub is disposed for engaging the slot receptacle in order to attach the case to the clip member, whereby the case is rotatably mounted to the user's clothing.

Abstract: An airbelt is provided that passes smoothly through an anchor and winds around a retractor. The airbelt includes a non-inflating section and a flat hollow-cylindrical inflating section. A bag is arranged only within the inflating section. An end of the bag as well as an end of the belt is connected to a tongue. The non-inflating section is inserted into a through-anchor and is connected to a retractor so as to enable to be wound up around and pulled out of the retractor. The belt is consecutively and integrally made by knitting or weaving all the parts extending from the non-inflating section toward the inflating section. A weft thread, which is lined up with a fusion thread such as a thread having a core-sheath structure, is inserted into the non-inflating section so as to be processed with heat.

Abstract: A packaging case includes an upper casing, a lower casing, and a hinge device for linking the upper casing with the lower casing. The hinge device includes a first block and a second block for linking with the first block. A latching post is formed on the first block. The second block forms a plurality of engaging plate. Each engaging plate defines a slot through a lower edge thereof for latching with the latching post. Each slot has a receiving hole for receiving the latching post and a guiding hole for guiding the latching post. The guiding hole is generally wider toward the lower edge of each engaging plate. The narrowest portion of the guiding hole is slightly narrower than the latching post to firmly retain the latching post in the receiving hole.

Abstract: A packaging case includes an upper casing, a lower casing, and a hinge device for linking the upper casing with the lower casing. The hinge device includes a first block and a second block for linking with the first block. A latching post is formed on the first block. The second block forms a plurality of engaging plate. Each engaging plate defines a slot through a lower edge thereof for latching with the latching post. Each slot has a receiving hole for receiving the latching post and a guiding hole for guiding the latching post. The guiding hole is generally wider toward the lower edge of each engaging plate. The narrowest portion of the guiding hole is slightly narrower than the latching post to firmly retain the latching post in the receiving hole.

Abstract: A flexible pressure vessel is constructed from at least one pair of upper and mating lower dome shaped cell portions. The dome portions are molded from sheets of resilient material and joined together by radio frequency welding or high-strength adhesives. Upper and lower passageway portions extend outwardly from each cell portion to the surrounding sheet material. When the cell portions are joined the passageway portions are joined to form a passageway for connection to a valve or another cell. Upper and lower rings surround the upper and lower cell portions to provide reinforcement for the cells. First and second blankets of heavy-duty fiber reinforced material are attached over the upper and lower cell portions and stitched in place with heavy-duty stitching extending through the resilient material surrounding the cell portions. Cell shaped sponges impregnated with absorbent materials are encased in liquid and gas impermeable plastic tubing and inserted into the cells prior to joining of the cell portions.

Abstract: An anti-tipping storage box for eyeglasses has a base portion having an upper surface with compartments formed therein that are adapted to receive a pair of eyeglasses. The base portion has a predetermined overturning resisting movement. The storage box further has a cover portion hingedly connected to the base portion that may be opened and closed. At least one spring member is provided to bias the cover portion to the open position. A mechanical stop member is provided to resiliently stop the cover portion at the open position over a predetermined angular range of cover rotation and cause the cover portion to impart an overturning moment to said base portion that is resisted by the predetermined overturning resisting moment. Preferably, the predetermined overturning resisting moment of the base portion is selected so as to be at least 2 times but not more than 4 times the overturning moment.

Abstract: A case for multiple pairs of eyeglasses has a top surface and an opposing bottom surface, a front surface and an opposing back surface and defines a volume for receiving eyeglasses with a length orientation of the eyeglasses substantially parallel to the front of the case. The case is formed from a cover portion and a base portion, hinged together at a pivot line that extends across the bottom of the case parallel to the length orientation of a pair of eyeglasses stored in the case. Preferably, the pivot line is offset on the bottom of the case so as to be closer to the back than the front. The pivot line forms a part of a mating line between the cover portion and the base portion. Preferably, the mating line extends obliquely upward from the bottom, across the ends of the case, and across the top. A divider separates the internal volume of the case into two compartments, each accommodating one pair of eyeglasses.

Abstract: A foldable garment display package for displaying garments such as intimate apparel comprises a back panel, a bottom panel, and a front panel. The back panel includes a top, two sides, a bottom, a securing flap integrally formed as part of the back panel, a hanging tab integrally formed at the top of the back panel, and a closing slot formed proximate one side of the back panel. The bottom panel is foldably connected to the bottom of the back panel and upwardly foldable into juxtaposed relationship with the back panel. The front panel comprises an innermost edge foldably connected to the side of the back panel opposite the side on which the closing slot is located. The front panel also includes an outermost edge having a closing tab corresponding to the closing slot foldably connected to the outermost edge. At least one garment to be displayed is wrapped around the bottom panel.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a new manufacturing solution for a plastic hinge which is particularly advantageous for manufacturing rigid cases, especially glasses cases, by giving it an absolutely original appearance and by using an absolutely new technique through which a snap opening and closing of the case is obtained, even with the type of plastic hinge which is applied to any type of rigid half-shells. The main characterizing feature of the present invention is to provide for the manufacturing of a single plastic element 10 to join the two half-shells (A, B) of a case, said element 10 consisting of two surfaces to be fixed to the edges of the half-shells (A, B) and joined each other longitudinally by an intermediate U-shaped surface 13 having a minimum thickness suitable for giving it the necessary flexibility, said surfaces being further hooked together by one or more springs aiming to flex said surfaces to make the half-shells (A, B) snapping in the opening or in the closing position.

Abstract: The subject matter relates to an overcap (10) containing a desiccant (30) for use with a metered dose inhaler (12) to adsorb moisture. The overcap advantageously reduces the amount and rate of moisture ingress into the metered dose inhaler. The operation of metered dose inhalers containing agroscopic drug particles is improved by reducing moisture ingress.

Abstract: A case for a pair of far-sighted eyeglasses includes an upper and a lower half case, a pair of far-sighted eyeglasses and a pen. The upper and the lower half case have a soft cloth, and the lower half case has a position block in an intermediate portion to stabilize the far-sighted eyeglasses with the nose bridge of the far-sighted eyeglasses lying on the position block. The lower half case has a shaped retaining block respectively at two opposite sides for keeping a pen stably. Thus the case contains both the pair of far-sighted eyeglasses and the pen for carrying to wear and write. A hang hook is also provided on an outer surface of the upper half case to be hanged on a pocket.

Abstract: A case for a pair of far-sighted eyeglasses includes an upper and a lower half case, a pair of far-sighted eyeglasses and a pen. The upper and the lower half case have a soft cloth, and the lower half case has a position block in an intermediate portion to stabilize the far-sighted eyeglasses with the nose bridge of the far-sighted eyeglasses lying on the position block. The lower half case has a shaped retainable block respectively at two opposite sides for keeping a pen stably. Thus the case contains both the pair of far-sighted eyeglasses and the pen for carrying to wear and write. A hang hook is also provided on an outer surface of the upper half case to be hanged on a pocket.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage device that functions as both an eyeglass case and an eyeglass holder. It comprises a first container member and second container member that are pivotably joined together to form a housing in a closed position or a pair of open housings when pivoted to an open position.

Abstract: A case, particularly for glasses, or similar, consists of two hinged (3) stiff half-shells (1, 2). According to the invention, the two half-shells (1, 2) are shaped in such a way as to be able to progressively fit one into the other, when the case is in the closed condition, while having different reciprocal snap closing positions (9, 10) corresponding to different positions of progressive insertion of the one (2) into the other (1).

Abstract: A multi-purpose eyeglass holding and cleaning kit capable of storing a pair of eyeglasses and including a body with an outer shell constructed of a durable material, the body having a selected length, width and thickness which defines a generally elongate article with a first end and a second end and defining, in combination, a hollow interior suitable for receiving in inserting fashion the pair of the eyeglasses. A hingedly secured portion is secured to the body at a desired location and is actuated from a closed position to an open position in order to reveal an interior of the shell interior and to permit the insertion or removal of the pair of eyeglasses. A volume of a glass lens cleaning solution is contained within the shell at a selected location, the cleaning solution further including a dispensing pump incorporated within the body. A flap defined on an inner face of the shell interior supports a fabric material is contained within the shell.