Abstract: An assembly for preparing and/or cooking food for a kitchen appliance, includes at least in a first configuration: a bowl for preparing and/or cooking food including a first cooking and/or preparation inner volume, the bowl further having at least one handle extending outside of the first inner volume, a cooking basket shaped so as to be positioned inside the first cooking inner volume, the cooking basket having a second cooking inner volume, the basket having at least one gripping member, a cap shaped so as to close the first volume. The assembly has a housing configured to house at least partially the gripping member of the basket, the housing being arranged outside the first inner volume and outside the second inner volume.

Abstract: A disposable support pan has a sidewall with a top lip that support the lips of rectangular food trays above a support surface. A disposable suspension tray inside the support pan has a flange resting on a support pan shoulder so the bottoms of two pockets in the suspension tray are between the support surface and the bottom of the food trays. Water in each pocket reacts with a calcium-oxide packet in each pocket to boils a predetermined amount of water to generate steam that heats the food trays without having the packets contact the food trays. One or two tray supports on each side of the pan may extend from the shoulder to a top support flange extending outward around a periphery of the support pan. The suspension tray has corresponding recesses to mate with the tray supports to keep steam from entering the area below the suspension tray.

Abstract: Double-walled decorative articles such as flower vases and candle holders comprise an inner form defining a receptacle and an outer form, spaced apart from the inner form, to create a cavity. A bottom opening in the outer form enables decorative filler materials to be introduced to the cavity such that the decorative materials do not enter into the receptacle, which may contains flowers, water, candles, hot wax or other substances. A removably replaceable plug or cap is used to close off the bottom opening following the introduction of the decorative filler materials. The inner and outer forms may be provided as a unitary item or separate pieces may be joined. The decorative filler materials may be provided in conjunction with the article as part of a kit, in which case the amount of filler material is matched to the volume of the cavity.

Abstract: A dual wall storage container assembly is provided for storing liquids. The container includes a one-piece, molded inner tank which can be installed and removed from a molded outer tank. Notches are provided adjacent the bottom of the outer tank to align the inner tank within the outer tank. A horizontal shelf surrounds the mouth of the outer tank, with a horizontal shoulder on the top of the inner tank overlying the shelf. A seal is provided between the shelf and the shoulder to inhibit moisture migration. A drip edge is provided on the top outer perimeter of the inner tank to further inhibit moisture migration between the shelf and the shoulder. A tab on the shoulder is received in a notch in the shelf to preclude rotation between the nested tanks. Lifting flanges on the outer tank allow both tanks to be lifted simultaneously while nested together.

Abstract: A method for channeling hot/warm working fluid includes coupling a first fluid supply path in flow communication with an inlet of a first transparent fluid reservoir to a fluid inlet valve, coupling an outlet of the first transparent fluid reservoir in flow communication to a fluid outlet supply path, coupling a second fluid reservoir in flow communication with the first transparent fluid reservoir, and coupling a second fluid supply path in flow communication with an outlet of the second fluid reservoir to a fluid outlet valve. The method also includes directing working fluid of a temperature that is above a minimum threshold temperature from the fluid inlet valve to the fluid outlet supply path through the first transparent fluid reservoir, and directing working fluid of a temperature that is below the minimum threshold temperature from the first transparent fluid reservoir to the fluid outlet valve through the second fluid reservoir.

Abstract: [Solution] A metal cylindrical tank leg 20 forming an opening in a portion opposite to the lower end plate 7b is provided on the lower end plate 7b of the hot water storage tank 7, a plurality of metal L-shaped tank legs 21 one edge 21a of each of which extends outwardly are provided on the outer peripheral surface of the cylindrical tank leg 20 and arrayed in a circumferential direction thereof, a base plate made of a metal is fixed to the second tank legs; and the cylindrical tank leg 20 and the L-shaped tank legs 21 are fixed to a base plate 12b with a base heat insulator 23 having an electrical insulation property and elasticity interposed therebetween. Part of the lower end plate 7b located within the opening of the cylindrical tank leg 20 is covered by an end plate heat insulator 22.

Abstract: A sterilizer having a cassette for holding metal instruments or medical devices. The cassette includes a metallic container that defines a sterilization chamber. The container has at least one outer surface. A plurality of spaced-apart, elongated rails extend along the at least one outer surface of the container. Each of the rails includes a free, longitudinal edge wherein the edges of the rails lie in a first plane. An insulating shell encases the metallic container and the plurality of rails. An outer surface of the insulating shell lies in the first plane. A receiving unit includes a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface engages the edges of the rails and the outer surface of the insulating shell when the cassette is disposed within the inner housing. A plurality of spaced-apart elongated ribs extends along the outer surface of the housing.

Abstract: An inkjet apparatus for depositing liquid crystal according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes: an inkjet head configured to discharge liquid crystal; a liquid crystal reservoir configured to provide the liquid crystal to the inkjet head, and the liquid crystal reservoir comprises metal; a storing tank configured to supply the liquid crystal to the liquid crystal reservoir; and a heat supply device configured to supply heat to the liquid crystal reservoir, in which a separation part is disposed inside of the liquid crystal reservoir, and the separation part divides the liquid crystal reservoir into an upper storing space and a lower storing space.

Abstract: An expansion tank is disclosed in which a non-return valve is fitted in an outlet port of the expansion tank to limit backflow of coolant into the expansion tank in the event that the pressure in the expansion tank falls below the pressure in a return conduit thereby preventing the expansion tank from filling with coolant. The non-return valve and the expansion tank are formed as a single component and the non-return valve is located in an outlet port of the expansion tank.

Abstract: A gas storage apparatus comprises a pressure vessel in the form of a cylinder, closed by a valve, containing a non-permanent gas having under its storage conditions a gas phase and a liquid phase. A jacket formed of plastics sachets surrounds and is in heat transfer relationship with the outer surface of the cylinder. The sachets define closed compartments containing a heat release substance which is liquid at 20° C. On opening the valve, the non-permanent gas is delivered from the cylinder. The liquid phase of the non-permanent gas absorbs heat from the heat release substance which undergoes fusion. The heat release substance may be water.

Abstract: The presently disclosed technology relates to using a combustion/decomposition heater fed by a working fluid stored within a storage tank to thermally pressurize the storage tank. The thermal pressurization may be used to maintain a desired pressure within the storage tank, even as the working fluid within the storage tank is drawn down. Further, a feedback mechanism may also be incorporated that varies the thermal energy added to the working fluid within the storage tank to maintain the desired pressure within the storage tank.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles made of a thermoformable resin comprising a biodegradable polymer having polybutylene succinate (PBS) via extrusion using an extruder which comprise: a biodegradable polymer having: (a) a Ts value of up to about 160° C. (e.g., in the range of from about 50° to about 150° C.); (b) a heat distortion index of up to about 150° C. (for example, up to about 120° C.); and (c) optionally, a Tm in the range of from about 70° to about 160° C. (e.g., in the range of from about 80° to about 150° C.). Thermoformed article such as a food or beverage cup, lid, cutlery item, foodservice item, molded tray, food storage container, etc provide the ability to resist deformation during higher temperature conditions that may occur during storage and distribution.

Abstract: An ice jacketed cooking apparatus provides a base that supports a plurality of legs that hold a cooking pot at an elevated position above the base. This enables conventional burners to be placed underneath the pot and upon the base during cooking period. A jacket surrounds the cooking pot and enables ice and water to be held in close proximity to the cooking pot and around the cooking pot at a selected time after cooking is completed. The ice enables spicy liquid such as pepper or salt infused water to be cooled quickly without diluting the pepper or spice or salt infused water after cooking is completed.

Abstract: A volume displacement device for heating liquid foodstuff, the volume displacement device including: (a) a body having a volume and a surface area; and (b) a boiling surface on the surface of the body.

Abstract: A container (2) for containing a liquid such as water comprises fluid outlet means (10) having a hole (13) for allowing fluid to escape. A surface (12) defining the hole (13) is provided with at least one recessed portion (11). On the basis of the presence of the recessed portion (11) as mentioned, it is achieved that when the hole (13) of the fluid outlet means (10) is plugged with one or more particles, fluid can still escape through a passage formed by the recessed portion (11). In a preferred embodiment, the container (2) is further equipped with at least one projection (15) extending inwardly in the container (2) from a position near the hole (13) of the fluid outlet means (10). The projection (15) has a function in avoiding blockage of the entire hole (13), including the recessed portion (11), by a relatively large particle.

Abstract: A heated food storage container is provided. The container includes a housing with upper and lower walls, right and left walls, and a rear wall. The housing defines an internal volume accessible through an open front portion. A ventilation duct includes an upper chamber, a rear chamber in fluid communication with the upper chamber, and a lower chamber in fluid communication with the rear chamber. The lower chamber is defined between an internal lower wall and the lower wall. A plurality of parallel beams support the internal lower wall, and define a plurality of separated air flow paths through the lower chamber. Each of the plurality of parallel beams are shaped as truncated triangular members with a truncated end disposed proximate an exit of the lower chamber.

Abstract: A fluid container for a motor vehicle, said container having a container wall which is made out of a plastic material and is provided with at least one metal resistance heating element. According to the invention the container wall is provided with at least one PPTC element as protection against overheating, said PPTC element being connected in series with the at least one heating element.

Abstract: A float may be provided within an insulated carafe so that a user may read the carafe fill level.

Abstract: A container for thermal conditioning of a fluid under pressure, use of the container for thermally conditioning a fluid under pressure, a chemical reactor including the container and a polymerization process using the reactor, and a method of producing the container and the reactor. The container is bounded over at least part of its surface facing the outside by at least one external plate and facing the inside by at least one internal plate, the external plate being thicker than the internal plate, the external plate and the internal plate being joined together in places to define a space between joints for circulation of a heat-transfer fluid and the container including a mechanism to adjust the pressure of the heat-transfer fluid to that of the fluid under pressure.

Abstract: The invention provides a system for capturing waste heat from a heat source via an air cooled radiator to heat a container of windshield washer fluid in a motor vehicle. The system's components include a radiator, means to induce air flow through the radiator, and a shroud assembly for mounting a windshield washer fluid container downdraft of the radiator. The shroud assembly includes a radiator shroud that is adapted to mount onto the radiator to define a plenum for receiving heated air and a windshield washer fluid container. The windshield washer fluid container may be formed with the radiator shroud as a single integral unit. On the container surface is a heat conductive element that is in direct contact with both the heated air flow and windshield washer fluid.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for making viscous products easier to work with by reducing their viscosity using regularly available heat sources.

Abstract: A fluid container for a motor vehicle, said container having a container wall which is made out of a plastic material and is provided with at least one metal resistance heating element. According to the invention the container wall is provided with at least one PPTC element as protection against overheating, said PPTC element beeing connected in series with the at least one heating element.

Abstract: A temperature-retaining food container includes an outer shell having an inner chamber that can be filled with a temperature storing medium. The shell is shaped to provide an expansion zone within the chamber to permit expansion of the medium. A support is formed to provide additional volume to the chamber and the expansion zone. The support structure can optionally be provided to automatically expand in response to an increase in pressure within the chamber. A lid is provided which covers the container and further operates as a serving platter. The shell of the container can optionally be formed from a plurality of separate portions, which interlock to form the complete serving container and disassemble for storage or use with smaller or crowded appliances.

Abstract: A temperature-retaining food container includes an outer shell having an inner chamber that can be filled with a temperature storing medium. The shell is shaped to provide an expansion zone within the chamber to permit expansion of the medium. A support is formed to provide additional volume to the chamber and the expansion zone. The support structure can optionally be provided to automatically expand in response to an increase in pressure within the chamber. A lid is provided which covers the container and further operates as a serving platter. The shell of the container can optionally be formed from a plurality of separate portions, which interlock to form the complete serving container and disassemble for storage or use with smaller or crowded appliances.

Abstract: A process for decorating an article, including preparing a transfer sheet of flexible paper by printing with at least one subliming substance; applying the transfer sheet to the article to be decorated; and applying heat by dipping the article to be decorated and the transfer sheet into a bath of non-ferrous metal alloy maintained at a nominal temperature to activate the subliming substance.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for maintaining container contents in a desired ambient temperature and a container assembly for achieving the same. The method incorporates use of a container assembly comprising an outer bowl member, an inner vessel member and a lid member, all of which are constructed with porous materials. Critically-select portions of the outer bowl member, the inner vessel member and the lid member are glazed with a vapor-impervious coating while the remaining portions of the container assembly are left unglazed. The glazed portions thus provide an avenue for vapor or liquid media, emanating from temperature-maintaining matter, to permeate through the interstitial pores of the material by entering and exiting through the unglazed portions of the container assemblage. Container contents, housed in the lidded inner vessel member, are thus more efficiently maintained in a desired ambient temperature.

Abstract: A nipple for connection to an outer metal casing of a host water heater for coupling a water conduit to an inner casing of the hot water heater is described. The nipple is a hollow tube having opposed threaded end portions. A thermally insulating sleeve is provided about the hollow tube intermediate the opposed threaded end portions. The nipple is adapted for connection in a hole formed in the outer metal casing with the thermally insulating sleeve in contact with a circumferential edge of the hole to insulate the metal casing from the nipple.

Abstract: The present invention provides a container assembly and method for maintaining container contents in a desired ambient temperature. The device comprises an outer bowl member, an inner vessel member and a lid member, all of which are constructed with porous materials. Critically-select portions of the outer bowl member, the inner vessel member and the lid member are glazed with a vapor-impervious coating while the remaining portions of the container assembly are left unglazed. The glazed portions thus provide an avenue for vapor or liquid media, emanating from temperature-maintaining matter, to permeate through the interstitial pores of the material by entering and exiting through the unglazed portions of the container assemblage. Container contents, housed in the lidded inner vessel member, are thus more efficiently maintained in a desired ambient temperature.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system for freezing, thawing, and storing biopharmaceutical materials which includes a flexible container, a conduit, and a temperature control unit. The flexible container is adapted to receive a biopharmaceutical material therein for freezing, thawing, and storing. The container is formed of a first substantially flat sheet of flexible material joined together by a seam with a second substantially flat sheet of flexible material so as to lie substantially flat when empty. The container fully encloses an interior portion for receiving the biopharmaceutical material. Also, the container is configured to form a three dimensional shape when filled with the biopharmaceutical material, wherein the three dimensional shape has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The conduit is connected to the flexible container with the outside of the container being in fluid communication with the interior portion via the conduit.

Abstract: A container for keeping filled bottles cool includes an outer cup-shaped component and an inner cup-shaped component placed in the outer cup-shaped component at a distance from the side wall and the bottom of the outer cup-shaped component. The inner cup-shaped component has a hollow projection which protrudes upwardly from its bottom for laterally supporting bottles placed in the inner cup-shaped component between the side wall thereof and the projection. The inner and outer cup-shaped components are covered by a common cover. The cover has holes arranged on a circle for passing filled bottles therethrough. The interior of the projection is filled with gas or is evacuated.

Abstract: The inner container and outer container which are formed from a transparent material are integrally formed leaving a space section therebetween, a thermally insulating layer is formed in the space section, and a radiation prevention film is formed on at least one of an outer surface of the inner container and an inner surface of the outer container. The radiation prevention film has a radiation prevention film omission section having a surface area which is 30% or less of the surface of the container on which the radiation prevention film is formed.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for controlling pressure of an air pocket of a double-layered cooking vessel, which prevents the distortion or explosion of the double-layered cooking vessel that may result from high pressures generated within the air pocket by the heating of liquid and moisture trapped within the air pocket. In a double-layered cooking vessel having an air pocket between inner and outer shells, the present invention includes an exhaust port located on the outer shell, a handle covering the exhaust port, and exhaust means located within the handle to allow the discharge of vapor steam from the air pocket and through an exhaust port. The exhaust means for controlling pressure inside the air pocket is performed by opening and closing the exhaust port.

Abstract: A self-heating urn (10) is provided with a warmer packs (18) which are rapidly heated during the brewing process and then gradually release their heat to the brewed beverage within the urn after it is removed from the brewing location to a serving location at which electrical powered for heating is not available. The warmer pack (18) are formed of ceramic materials, high density liquids, PCM's or the like which are capable of being rapidly heated during the brewing process but then gradually release their heat to the beverage in the urn. Alternatively, the warmer packs (18) are removably mounted within a compartment (68) within the self-heating urn (10) and are heated apart from the brewing process and then inserted into the self-heating urn (10) when it is moved to a serving location.

Abstract: In comparison with the treatment using only a single vessel, this invention can more efficiently and more completely facilitate the temperature of liquid to be kept at a predetermined temperature by transferring liquid from a liquid storage vessel to a vessel maintained at a predetermined temperature. In comparison with the case using only a single vessel, in which control of raising and lowering the temperature needs be executed by a heating means or transferring a container accompanied by liquid to a heating position, the reaction can more efficiently be executed by this aspect of the invention, and the amplification can be executed more easily and in a shorter time. And as the mechanism for transferring the container needs not be mounted, the structure of the equipment can be simplified. Furthermore, all the process including the control of temperature, can be executed with one continuous operation by this aspect of the invention.

Abstract: A sealable plastic bottle that can be relatively effortlessly manipulated at anytime and any place to cause a pleasing and highly colorful chemiluminescent reaction to occur. The bottle can be securely sealed and can be used to carry drinking water or soft drinks and one that can conveniently be used at the same places for the same activities and at the same times as conventional plastic water bottles and like sealed drink containers. Additionally, the bottle includes a removable closure cap and is uniquely constructed so as to provide secure containment of chemiluminescent fluids between the inner and outer walls of the bottle construction.

Abstract: A cooking container has an outer shell, an inner shell disposed inside the outer shell forming a cylindrical wall space between the outer and inner shells. The wall space is formed between the outer and inner shells stantially along the height of the inner shell by curling the flanges of the inner and the outer shells at least four times. The cooking container also has a first heat conductive plate being in contact with an inner bottom surface of the outer shell and an outer bottom surface of the inner shell to allow even distribution of heat through out the bottom surface of the inner shell. A'second heat conduction plate is affixed to and in contact with an outer bottom surface of the outer shell. The wall space between the outer and inner shells contains ambient air.

Abstract: A metallic double-walled vacuum container is provided which improves heat insulating property and resistance to vibration. It has a metallic inner shell and an outer shell. The end face of the inner shell is constricted so as to rise inwardly. The inner end of a mouth pipe is inserted into and joined to the constricted portion to form a mouth portion of the inner shell and the outer end of the mouth pipe is joined to the outer shell.

Abstract: A specimen holder for a hydrous specimen comprising:

Abstract: A case for a hydrogen absorption indirect heat exchanger of the present invention includes a square cylindrical portion 11 having each portion thereof formed integrally by die-casting or extrusion molding. The corners 11a of this square cylindrical portion 11 and the center portion of its side 11b are shaped to a greater thickness than that of other portions. The weight of the case can be reduced while the case powder capacity is secured.

Abstract: A freight container in the form of a tractor-trailer or intermodal container which is convertible for selectively carrying solid freight or bulk liquid freight including a housing, a plurality of collapsible tanks in the housing, liquid outlets in the tanks and conduits in communication with the liquid outlets located entirely within the housing and an opening in the housing proximate the outlets of the conduits. A liquid washing assembly is permanently mounted on the tanks both in the expanded and collapsed conditions of the tanks. Guide structure is provided in association with the frame of the collapsible tanks for guiding the frame in a perfectly vertical direction both when the tanks are being expanded and being collapsed. The upper and lower edges of the tank sides are bolted and clamped to their associated frames. Hot air ducts encircle the liquid conduits in the bases of the tanks.

Abstract: An otherwise conventional automatic-chip coffee maker has a glass carafe made with an inner layer and an outer layer separated by an air gap. Openable apertures allow hot air to enter the air gap when the carafe is supported on a base. The hot air is supplied from a heating coil by a fan and flows into the air gap. During preparation of coffee the hot air can be used to initially heat up the carafe, to brew coffee in the carafe and to keep the coffee warm.

Abstract: The temperature-storing cup/pot structure mainly comprises a cup/pot and a seat. The bottom face of the cup/pot is disposed with a temperature-storing conducting element. A temperature-storing acting body of the seat is fixed by an insulating member and is pushed by a resilient member. The temperature-storing acting body should be preheated to a desired temperature and then is moved on the seat. The resilient member will make the temperature-storing acting body close contact with the temperature-storing conducting element of the cup/pot to keep the cup/pot hot or cold for a period of time. It does not need the plug. It has no electrical wire connection problem. And, it can be used for a hot or cold drink.