Abstract: A radiator element for an air heating device, and a corresponding heating device and manufacturing method are provided which reveal improved assembly properties. The radiator element comprises at least one lamella element and one radiator sheet, wherein the radiator sheet comprises on at least two edges projections for attaching the lamella element onto the radiator sheet. The projections may be folded for attaching the lamella element. For facilitating the bending process, a notch along the edge is provided.

Abstract: An electric heating device including PTC heating elements which have electrode sheets arranged on both sides thereof. These electrode sheets supply power to the PTC heating elements and each having connected thereto radiator elements for emitting the heat generated by the PTC heating elements. An electrically insulating layer is arranged between at least one of the electrode sheets and the respective radiator element.

Abstract: An optical component package, having an insulative buffer placed against the component, enclosing a first insulative cavity against a temperature-sensitive portion of the component. An outer package provides additional insulation for the component. The buffer may be formed of a soft insulative material, and pressed against the component by an inner surface of the outer package. For the PLC embodiments disclosed, the buffer is planar and includes a frame projecting from its perimeter toward the component to form the cavity. A heater may be positioned proximate the optical component to control its temperature, in which case a second buffer may be placed against the heater, enclosing a second insulative cavity against the heater, aligned with the temperature-sensitive portion of the component. The buffers and insulative cavities of the present invention provide important insulation for optical areas requiring precise temperature control for proper operation.

Abstract: A heating apparatus of a hot-heat treatment device using a semiconductor device includes a heating element positioned in a heating cap for heating a transmission cover after being conducted when electric power is supplied thereto; a circuit board electrically connected with the heating element, for controlling a voltage and a temperature; and a fixing unit for integrally fixing the heating element within the heating cap. Since the light bulb in the heating structure of the heating cap for pressurizing and fomenting the diseased part of the body of the user as in the conventional art is replaced with a semiconductor device. Accordingly, its case is prevented from deforming and the lead wire is prevented from breaking due to heat, so that a high-quality product can be provided.

Abstract: A cooking appliance (wok) (10) having a stainless steel bowl (11) to which there is attached a heating base (15). Embedded in the heating base (15) is an electric heating element (17). The bowl (11) is formed of stainless steel and is of an arcuate configuration.

Abstract: A safe electrical heat energy generator which comprises a heater unit equipped with a set of systematically organized heat radiating metal fins. A feature of the invention is its reenforced compact structure in which a heating element arrangement and the heat radiating metal fin arrangement are manufactured as a single heater unit structure. In such a structure, a heating element is surrounded with an insulating layer and enclosed inside a central heat conductive tubing of the framework for the metal fin arrangement, thereby defining the major components of the heater unit. In this manner, the entire heater unit structure is the source of radiant heat energy, not simply the heating element itself.

Abstract: A flexible heater or cooler which includes a flexible, conformal, thermally conductive container filled with thermally conductive material. A thermal element within the container or in contact with the outside of the container provides heat to the container or removes heat from the container. The thermal element is powered by a low voltage direct current electrical source. A sensor for determining the temperature of the thermally conductive material is also included. The thermal element, electrical source, and sensor are in communication by connectors with a solid state continuous temperature controller. In operation, the electrical source provides power to the thermal element, thereby heating or cooling the thermally conductive material within the container. The temperature in the container is determined by the sensor and the controller controls the power delivery to the thermal element in response to the setting on the controller and the temperature in the container.

Abstract: An infant-support heater assembly having a heater element a radiator associated with the heater element and a sensing element in contact with at least a portion of the radiator. The sensing element is separate from the heater element.

Abstract: An improved plastic bag sealing apparatus comprised of an improved resilient planar heater formed of a heating wire embedded in a resilient silicon rubber material. The heater is shaped to conform to the flat planar surface of a T-bar shaped heating element, and clamped in place with insulators to provide maximum transfer of heat to a heating edge formed by the web portion of the T-bar. In an optional configuration the heater is in the form of a tubular rod seated in a channel in the T-bar directly above the heating edge for transferring maximum heat to the heating edge. In another optional embodiment, the tubular rod heater is a brass rod covered with intermediate insulating sleeves and spirally wound heating wire. In the latter embodiment the tubular rod heater is inserted in a passageway through T-bar shaped heating element and sealed with a potting compound.

Abstract: A vaporization apparatus comprises a cover, a base, and a heating pipe. The base is arranged below the cover and assembled integrally with the cover. The base has an accommodation space therein and a heat-conducting fin plate is provided in the accommodation space. The heat-conducting fin plate has a bottom side connected to a bottom side of the base and the heating pipe is arranged below the base. The heating pipe is completely or partially overlapped with the bottom side of the heat-conducting fin plate. The heat energy generated by the heating pipe can be concentrated to the heat-conducting fin plate and water in the accommodation space can be rapidly heated.

Abstract: A safe electrical heat energy generator which comprises a heater unit equipped with a set of systematically organized heat radiating metal fins. A feature of the invention is its reenforced compact structure in which a heating element arrangement and the heat radiating metal fin arrangement are manufactured as a single heater unit structure. In such a structure, a heating element is surrounded with an insulating layer and enclosed inside a central heat conductive tubing of the framework for the metal fin arrangement, thereby defining the major components of the heater unit. In this manner, the entire heater unit structure is the source of radiant heat energy, not simply the heating element itself.

Abstract: A heater protective device of a cooling system includes a couple of thermostats and one thermal fuse. The thermostats are secured to opposing sides of one metal plate. When a temperature of each thermostat rises due to the heat conducted through the metal plate and substantially reaches 40 degrees Celsius or higher, an internal connection of the thermostat is turned off, i.e., is opened. When the temperature of the thermostat decreases substantially below 40 degrees Celsius, the internal contact of the thermostat is turned on, i.e., is closed. The metal plate is secured to a heat receiving bracket that is secured to a heater cover and that is heated upon receiving radiated heat from the electric heater. A thermal fuse extends through the metal plate in a thickness direction of the metal plate and is secured thereto.

Abstract: A portable heater includes a radiator having multiple tubular units and an electric heating element in the radiator for heating the diathermal fluid. A fan positioned above the sealed radiator directs air on the upper portions of the tubular units to enhance convection of the fluid.

Abstract: A heat generating element, such as an electrical resistor, is located interiorally of a T/R module such as by being located on an inner surface of a heat sink member and on which a thermstrate member is attached. The heat generating member is connected to a pair of electrical contacts located on an outside surface of the T/R module, which when connected to an external source of DC potential generates sufficient heat to reflow the thermstrate when locked in place on the coldplate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electric heating device which is especially conceived as a heating device for use in automotive vehicles. A plurality of heating elements, which are stacked so as to define a heating block, form together with a control device a structural unit. For this purpose, the control device is accommodated in a lateral bar of the frame by means of which the heating elements are held together. The air to be heated flows through the heating block as well as through windows provided in the lateral bar, past cooling elements which are respectively connected to the power-electronics components of the control device.

Abstract: A lamp unit that is useful in a photoirradiating-type heating device that does not contaminate the processing chamber of a photoirradiating-type heating device, that permits the lamp to be reliably cooled, that permits the lamp to be reliably turned on, that inhibits the decline in the reflectance on the inner surface of an optical guide, and that permits attenuation of irradiation intensity to be inhibited. The lamp unit has a metal sleeve with an aperture at one end and a single ended lamp mounted so that sealed part of the lamp would be situated on the inside of the sleeve on the aperture side of sleeve, a coupling member having a contact support unit that makes contact with the outer surface of a sealed part of the lamp by elastic force as well as a contact fastening unit that makes contact with the inner surface of the sleeve after the contact support unit and that also fastens a single ended lamp to the sleeve.

Abstract: This invention is a flexible heater or cooler which includes a flexible, conformal, thermally conductive container filled with thermally conductive material. A thermal element within the container or in contact with the outside of the container provides heat to the container or removes heat from the container. The thermal element is powered by a low voltage direct current electrical source. A sensor for determining the temperature of the thermally conductive material is also included. The thermal element, electrical source, and sensor are in communication by connectors with a solid state continuous temperature controller. In operation, the electrical source provides power to the thermal element, thereby heating or cooling the thermally conductive material within the container. The temperature in the container is determined by the sensor and the controller controls the power delivery to the thermal element in response to the setting on the controller and the temperature in the container.

Abstract: This invention is a flexible heater or cooler which includes a flexible, conformal, thermally conductive container filled with thermally conductive material. A thermal element within the container or in contact with the outside of the container provides heat to the container or removes heat from the container. The thermal element is powered by a low voltage direct current electrical source. A sensor for determining the temperature of the thermally conductive material is also included. The thermal element, electrical source, and sensor are in communication by connectors with a solid state continuous temperature controller. In operation, the electrical source provides power to the thermal element, thereby heating or cooling the thermally conductive material within the container. The temperature in the container is determined by the sensor and the controller controls the power delivery to the thermal element in response to the setting on the controller and the temperature in the container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electric heating device which is especially conceived as a heating device for use in automotive vehicles. A plurality of heating elements, which are stacked so as to define a heating block, form together with a control device a structural unit. For this purpose, the control device is accommodated in a lateral bar of the frame by means of which the heating elements are held together. The air to be heated flows through the heating block as well as through windows provided in the lateral bar, past cooling elements which are respectively connected to the power-electronics components of the control device.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device for preparing hydrocolloids comprising means heating a container containing a hydrocolloid. The heating means consist of preferably low-power ceramic resistors, insulated on three surfaces transmitting heat only through the top surface in direct contact with a tube square in external cross section and circular in internal cross section of diameter adapted to the diameter of the hydrocolloid cartridges.

Abstract: A heat sink is used for thermally controlling a chip on a burn-in board which is being tested in a burn-in oven. The heat sink includes a resiliently mounted block that will engage a chip under resilient pressure and which is housed in a separate cup that permits accommodating misalignments or shifting of the heat sink when it contacts the chip. Additionally, the block carries a temperature sensor that is resiliently loaded against a chip which the heat sink engages. A bore mounts the temperature sensor and is also connected to a source of helium to provide a layer of helium between a surface of the heat sink and the adjacent surface of the chip for modifying the thermal coupling between the heat sink and the chip.

Abstract: A lamp unit that is useful in a photoirradiating-type heating device that does not contaminate the processing chamber of a photoirradiating-type heating device, that permits the lamp to be reliably cooled, that permits the lamp to be reliably turned on, that inhibits the decline in the reflectance on the inner surface of an optical guide, and that permits attenuation of irradiation intensity to be inhibited. The lamp unit has a metal sleeve with an aperture at one end and a single ended lamp mounted so that sealed part of the lamp would be situated on the inside of the sleeve on the aperture side of sleeve, a coupling member having a contact support unit that makes contact with the outer surface of a sealed part of the lamp by elastic force as well as a contact fastening unit that makes contact with the inner surface of the sleeve after the contact support unit and that also fastens a single ended lamp to the sleeve.

Abstract: A heat retention device is disclosed in the form of a heating pad which includes an electrically resistive coil contained within a volume. The coil terminates at an electric coupler which is external of the volume. A heat retention mass is contained within the volume in thermal conductivity with the resistive element.

Abstract: An electric heater includes a receiving chamber, heat sink members, electric heating pipes and a control portion. The receiving chamber and heat sink members are formed from extruded aluminum members. The heat sink members are sequentially arranged at both sides of the receiving chamber. The electric heating pipes are placed in the receiving chamber. The control unit activates an electric power source of the electric heating pipes in order to generate heat. Heat energy from the electric heating pipes is absorbed by extruded aluminum plates that define the receiving chamber. Heat energy is conducted quickly to the heat sink members which exchanges heat by convection with ambient cool air to rapidly raise the temperature of a room.

Abstract: A heater with an enclosing envelope to enhance safety, has a plate-shaped heating body made of a ceramic resistor, two conductive plates attached on the plate-shaped heating body, and at least one heat-dissipating device absorbing the heat generated by the heating body and radiating the heat. After the plate-shaped heating body is attached with the two conductive plates, an insulating case is used to house the plate-shaped heating body with the conductive plates. The resulting structure is inserted into a tubular enclosing envelope, and the tubular enclosing envelope is pressed to clamp the plate-shaped heating body. The heat-dissipating device is arranged outside the tubular enclosing envelope. By the enclosing envelope, sparks are prevented and the heater is safer.

Abstract: A heater for the injection nozzle of a die casting machine includes a mounting block which is clamped to the nozzle and has a cavity for receiving an off-the-shelf electric cartridge heater. The mounting block includes a casing formed from a high strength material such as steel and a quantity of a second material having a high thermal conductivity such as copper encased in the casing. A hole sized to receive the injection nozzle is formed through the block and passes through the second material so that the second material forms a portion of the inner surface of the hole. The heater cavity extends into the block along an axis generally perpendicular to the hole such that the second material forms a portion of the inner surface of the hole. The quantity of second material connects the two holes and forms a heat conductive path between the heater receiving hole and the nozzle receiving hole.

Abstract: An autoclave type sterilization device which includes an autoclave sterilization chamber with an electrical heating arrangement mounted thereon. This electrical heating arrangement employs one or more positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistors as heating elements. These heating elements are in direct thermal and electrical contact on opposing sides, which are coated with a conductive metal such as aluminum, with electrodes to supply electrical current. These electrodes are, in turn, in direct thermal contact on their outward-facing sides with respect to the heating elements with plates which are formed of a thermally conductive and electrically insulating ceramic material such as AL.sub.2 O.sub.3, and the plates are in direct thermal contact on their outward-facing sides with respect to the heating elements with heat radiation units which include heat transfer portions which are fabricated to engage and are in direct thermal contact with a portion of the wall of the autoclave chamber.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the housing incorporates an enclosure defining an interior cavity. A thermal bed is supported within the cavity and is configured to retain an optical integrated circuit within the cavity. First and second fiber members also are provided that each include a circuit end for engaging and optically communicating with the optical integrated circuit, and a coupling end for engaging a coupling. Preferably, the couplings are mounted to the enclosure so that an external fiber member can engage a coupling and optically communicate with the optical integrated circuit.

Abstract: A heating device for food and other products is provided. The device includes a unit containing a rechargeable phase change material which is capable of being charged with heat energy by a heat source such as a conduction, convection, radiant heat, electrical resistance, electrical inductance, microwave, or radio frequency. The phase change material may be provided in a variety of forms and may comprise linear alkyl crystalline alkyl hydrocarbons, alkyl hydrocarbon waxes, crystalline fatty acids, linear crystalline primary alcohols, ethylene copolymers, polyethylene, polyethylene glycol, polyethylene oxide, and acetamide.

Abstract: A heat-reserving container for pizza comprising a disc case having a flat circular portion, with a resin-made heat reservoir stored therein is disclosed. The entire surface, of the pizza can be in contact with the flat portion of the heat-reserving container. Also disclosed is a furnace for the above-mentioned heat-reserving container for pizza comprising heating plates each having an interval capable of storing the heat-reserving container for pizza to form multi-layered racks, each heating plate having a heater accommodated therein whose temperature is controlled individually, which can be securely inserted into the furnace body and is heat-reserved as well as the defective movement of the limit switch can be prevented.

Abstract: A food delivery container is provided for pizza or other food items and includes a heating element having a phase change material such as a ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene which transforms from a solid to a semi-solid at approximately 248.degree. -275.degree. F. The heating element comprises a rigid envelope which is permeable to prevent gaseous buildup during heating. The heating element, when placed within a suitable insulated container, will maintain food warm for several hours during storage or delivery. In one embodiment of the heating element, an electric resistance grid is provided for supplying heat energy.

Abstract: An off-peak electric heat storage and discharge device includes variably sized thermal media material contained in a rock box. A calrod-type heating element is located in and in direct thermal contact with the thermal media material. Air flow can move from a fan upwardly through a duct, through slots formed in the duct into the rock box, and through the thermal media material. Air flow can also move from the fan through a bypass duct. Heated air and cold air can be mixed in proper proportions by a rotatable damper movable between a position closing off all cold, bypass air and a position closing off all heated air. The damper falling to shut off the flow of heated air in the event of an actuator failure. All electric controls and the fan are contained in a vertical control chamber designed to convectively convey heat during static conditions. The thermostat for the device is located at the lowest point possible in the vertical control chamber and below a point which could be affected by convective air flow.

Abstract: A hot fluid dispenser comprises a first reservoir (1) for the fluid (usually water); at least one heating source (7, 8) operatively associated with the first reservoir 91); and at least a second reservoir (9) defining an interface with the first reservoir (1) and containing a melting material having a high latent heat of fusion. A plurality of heat pipes (10) is provided through said interface, in order to accelerate and homogenize the heat transfer between the two reservoirs.

Abstract: A device for storing and gradually dispensing heat or cold includes a container having a partially heat-conducting wall enclosing a space with material having a high heat capacity including a semisolid hydrogel formed by a crosslinked hydrophilic polymer containing 90-99.5% of water, based on the sum of polymer and water.

Abstract: There is provided a uniform heating structure in the heating device formed in the shape of a hollow block made of a heat-resistant metal, in which the surface of the heating device is used as a heat transfer surface, and a high thermal-conductivity material with a thermal conductivity higher than the thermal conductivity of the metal is located adjacent to the heat transfer surface in such a manner that heat can be transferred to the heat transfer surface.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying heat to a patch on a composite structure repair site includes a sealed bladder containing both a thermally conductive fluid and a heating element in thermal contact with the fluid. The heating element which comprises a flexible sheet having an electrical resistance wire uniformly placed thereon can be immersed in the fluid or otherwise in direct thermal contact therewith. Electrical power is applied to the heating element by conductors passing through the bladder surface. The heating element of disclosed structure can be attached to seal the bladder interior into two reservoirs, to permit fluid flow throughout the bladder or to form at least one outer surface of the bladder. Flexible supports can also be attached from the heating element to an interior bladder surface to maintain spacing between the heating element and the surface.

Abstract: A heat retention device in the form of a heating pad includes an electrically resistive coil contained within a volume. The coil terminates at an electric coupler which is external of the volume. A phase change material is contained within the volume in thermal conductivity with the resistive element.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems, methods and apparatus for depositing titanium films at rates up to 200 .ANG./minute on semiconductor substrates from a titanium tetrachloride source. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, a ceramic heater assembly with an integrated RF plane for bottom powered RF capability allows PECVD deposition at a temperature of at least 400.degree. C. for more efficient plasma treatment. A thermal choke isolates the heater from its support shaft, reducing the thermal gradient across the heater to reduce the risk of breakage and improving temperature uniformity of the heater. A deposition system incorporates a flow restrictor ring and other features that allow a 15 liters/minute flow rate through the chamber with minimal backside deposition and minimized deposition on the bottom of the chamber, thereby reducing the frequency of chamber cleanings, and reducing clean time and seasoning. Deposition and clean processes are also further embodiments of the present invention.

Abstract: A housing for optical integrated circuits for protecting the circuit from temperature induced stresses has a base and cap and a thermal bed contained therein. The thermal bed has a region for containing the integrated circuit therein, suspended in a thermally conductive grease. At least one heater is affixed to the thermal bed for heating it, and temperature monitoring apparatus is included for supplying signals to a control apparatus for activating the heater when the temperature of the thermal bed falls outside of the operating temperature range.

Abstract: A kimchi storage device capable of fast fermenting kimchi, and once kimchi has been adequately fermented, of functioning as a cold storage therefor includes a main body provided with a refrigeration unit and a plurality of kimchi storage chambers, a heater and an evaporator installed on inner side walls in each of the kimchi storage chambers, at least one high and one low temperature sensors in each of the kimchi storage chambers and a control unit for controlling the evaporator and the heater in each of the kimchi storage chambers.

Abstract: A heat retention device is disclosed in the form of a heating pad which includes an electrically resistive coil contained within a volume. The coil terminates at an electric coupler which is external of the volume. A heat retention mass is contained within the volume in thermal conductivity with the resistive element.

Abstract: Self-regulating heating element for heating a gaseous flowing medium with a strip conductor (1) and a control conductor (2) which are electrically connected to one another in series and are in thermal contact with one another over their length, but which are electrically insulated from one another. The Control conductor (2) is preferably formed of a jacketed conductor with a metallic jacket which is electrically connected to the strip conductor (1).

Abstract: A transparent heater panel having a transparent substrate, a transparent conductive layer formed on the transparent substrate, electrodes formed on the transparent conductive layer and a transparent protective layer formed on the transparent conductive layer except portions reserved for the electrodes with the end faces of the transparent conductive layer corrosion treated with a transparent protective plastic member or an anticorrosive; and a process for producing the same. The heater panel has improved durability against pollutants, environmental durability, reliability and light transmission.

Abstract: The carrying case for storing and transporting heated articles includes a thermal storage assembly having a heat retention member for absorbing and retaining sensible heat and for releasing the sensible heat of a extended period time. The thermal storage assembly includes a heating coil assembly secured to a surface of the heat retention member. The heating coil assembly includes a resistive heating coil disposed adjacent to the heat retention member. The heating coil has a power cord connected to the coil with the coil being retained within a sealed thermally conductive pouch.

Abstract: An electrical heating device employing positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistors as heating elements, which provides direct contact between the thermistor heating elements and the radiation units on both sides with no intervening members and which also provides the electrical current to the heating elements via the radiation units.

Abstract: A rechargeable phase change material unit is provided. The unit comprises a first shell portion and a second shell portion forming a hollow shell defining a cavity. At least one layer of a phase change material is disposed in the cavity of the shell. The phase change material is capable of being charged with heat energy. A heater assembly is positioned on one side of the layer of phase change material. The heater assembly is provided to charge the phase change material with heat energy and distribute heat energy throughout the layer of phase change material during the charging of the phase change material.

Abstract: A food delivery container is provided for pizza or other food items and includes a heating element having a phase change material such as a ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene which transforms from a solid to a semi-solid at approximately 248.degree.-275.degree. F. The heating element comprises a rigid envelope which is permeable to prevent gaseous build-up during heating. The heating element, when placed within a suitable insulated container, will maintain food warm for several hours during storage or delivery. In one embodiment of the heating element, an electric resistance grid is provided for supplying heat energy.

Abstract: A multi-layer jacket with convection heating mechanism including a jacket having a pair of long sleeves and a front closeable opening. Also included is a heater coil adapted to produce heat upon the receipt of power. A convection fan is positioned adjacent the heat coil and is adapted to draw air from air inlet apertures of the jacket and further produce a heated air current upon the receipt of power. Further provided is a convection tube having a first end situated adjacent the heater coil opposite the convection fan for receiving the heated air current from the heater coil and convection fan. The convection tube is serpentinely situated throughout the jacket for distributing the heated air current throughout an interior of the jacket. Finally, a heater control mechanism is provided for allowing a user to control the amount of heat generated by the heater coil and the convection fan.

Abstract: A heating device for a fluid storage tank is provided. The heating device comprises a heat tube including first and second elongate hollow legs which are joined together at an angle relative to each other so as to enable fluid flow therebetween. The first and second hollow legs being at least partially filled with a heat transfer fluid and being adapted to be disposed in a fluid storage tank with one leg extending generally longitudinally relative to the tank and one leg extending generally transversely relative to the tank adjacent a bottom wall of the tank. A heater is arranged in an aperture adjacent one end of the first elongate hollow structure. A safety relief valve can also be arranged on the heat tube so as to enable venting of an excess pressure condition of the heat transfer fluid.

Abstract: A heater includes an aluminum die cast body defining an enclosure and an adaptor block. A heating element within the enclosure activates, under control of an associated heat sensing device, a heating element within the enclosure to transfer heat energy into the adaptor block. The adaptor block, including features specific to a given mechanical device, e.g., pneumatic valve or pump, transfers the heat energy into the mechanical device to avoid a frozen condition resulting from, for example, sudden expansion of air when passing through the device.