Abstract: A quick-disconnect (QD) connector is configured for a server having electronic modules and an internal fluid circulation system for circulating fluid to cool the electronic modules. The QD connector comprises a first manifold, a second manifold, and a mating actuator. The second manifold is removably connected to the first manifold. The fluid is flowable within the internal fluid circulation system of the server in response to the first manifold and the second manifold being in a connected state. The mating actuator includes a handle and a buckle attached to the handle. The handle is movably coupled to the first manifold so as to be movable from a first position to a second position. The buckle is configured to engage the second manifold and to move the first and second manifolds into the connected state in response to the handle being moved from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: A utility coupler that includes a coupling unit and a tool unit that can be selectively engaged together. The coupling unit may include a body, a cam member, a handle, and one or more utility couplings. The tool unit may include a body, a latching pin, and one or more utility couplings. In operation, the coupling unit may be placed into a decoupled position with the handle in a first position. The coupling unit may be moved into proximity of the tool unit. The handle may be moved to a second position causing the cam member to engage with the latching pin and couple the coupling unit to the tool unit. The utility couplings engage together to pass the one or more utilities to the industrial equipment.

Abstract: A closure indicator for a fluid coupling is disclosed where the fluid coupling has first and second semi-circular members hinged together at a first end and latched together at the opposite end, the indicator comprising an upper surface including a stop on a rear surface for arresting rotational travel in a first direction, first and second sidewalls with elongate slots, a spring biasing the indicator in the first direction, and first and second arms extending from said first and second sidewalls, respectively, to a position under a pin of a bracket only when the members are latched together.

Abstract: A connector assembly for connection to a preconditioned air port on an aircraft that includes a rotatable coupling, a retractable latch, and a protective cage. The retractable latch is actuated by rotation of the protective cage relative to the upper coupling section of the coupling. The protective cage surrounds the coupling and includes at least a first and second protective bumper at opposite ends of the protective cage. The protective cage protects the connection from coming in contact with the ground.

Abstract: An improved flexible joint elastomer protection tool is described, which can be actuated and removed by a remote operated vehicle (“ROV”), the tool having pivot arms that can be rotated from a closed position to an open position. Rotation inward to the closed position results in the compression of the elastomeric component in an offshore flexible joint. Rotation outward to the open position results in the de-compression of the elastomeric component in an offshore flexible joint. Rotation of the arms can be accomplished using mechanical, hydraulic or other mechanisms that can be operated by an ROV.

Abstract: An electrical connector comprises a housing and a connector position assurance device. The housing has a locking lever locking the housing to a mating housing of a mating electrical connector. The connector position assurance device is fitted on the locking lever and is pivotable in relation to the housing from a delivery position to a locking position. The connector position assurance device, when in the locking position, prevents unlocking of the locking lever when the housing is connected to the mating housing.

Abstract: A quick-connect fitting includes a polymeric first connector in fluid communication with a first component, and a polymeric second connector in fluid communication with a second component. The first connector is either a male fitting or a female fitting, and the other of the male fitting and female fitting is the second connector. The female fitting includes a longitudinal cylindrical cavity having therein a retaining ring retaining an o-ring, and the male fitting includes a cylindrical body and a tubular sealing element extending longitudinally therefrom positionable within the polymeric female fitting and o-ring in sealing engagement. The quick connect fitting includes a clip pivotably connected to the second connector moving between a first position connecting the female fitting to the male fitting when the male fitting is positioned within the female fitting and a second position in which the male fitting is removable from the female fitting.

Abstract: A manual connection includes: a first connection element having two holding parts; a second connection element having two clamping bodies that can be moved rotatably and between a clamping position wherein each clamping body cooperates with a holding part for fixing the first connection element in the second connection element, and a release position wherein each clamping body releases a respective holding part; and control device for moving each clamping body between the clamping and release positions. The control device is designed such that the rotation of a clamping body is carried out about a rotational direction orthogonal to the longitudinal direction. The control device includes a grip body connected to each clamping body so as to rotate the two clamping bodies.

Abstract: An improved filter mounting mechanism for laboratory work cabinets, especially biological safety cabinets, enables simple and quick removal and replacement of a filter supported in the cabinet housing between a work chamber and a filtration chamber. The filter mounting mechanism includes a stationary filter support surface between the work chamber and the filtration chamber, and a filter clamping surface movable toward and away from the filter support surface between a clamping position relatively proximal to the filter support surface for holding the filter in an operational disposition against the filter support surface and an installation position relatively distal to the filter support surface for permitting insertion and removal of the filter between the filter support and clamping surfaces. An extensible and retractable linkage mechanism, e.g.

Abstract: A connection apparatus for establishing a vacuum-tight connection, in particular a flange connection, between at least two components of a vacuum arrangement, having a first coupling element for coupling to the one component and a second coupling element for coupling to the other component. The first coupling element and the second coupling element are coupled to one another via a pivotable operating lever and the connection apparatus is adjustable by pivoting the operating lever from a first position in which the coupling elements have a larger spacing from one another into a second position in which the coupling elements have a smaller spacing from one another.

Abstract: A hydrant coupler (12) is disclosed that includes a coupler body (16), an actuating collar (20) movable relative to the coupler body (16) and a handle assembly (25) connected to the actuating collar (20). The handle assembly (25) includes an upper arm component (31) and a lower arm component (33) separated by a handle articulating feature (35) that connects the upper and lower arm components (31, 33), but permits relative motion therebetween.

Abstract: A connector assembly for housing a coaxial connection and a terminal connection is provided. The connector assembly includes a male housing, a female housing and a lever configured to seat the male housing into the female housing at an angle. The male housing includes a first support configured to fixedly hold a first coaxial cable end. The female housing includes a second support configured to fixedly hold a second coaxial cable end. A shroud is disposed on a distal end of a second support. The inner surface of the shroud is configured to slidably engage an outer surface of the first support so as to guide the first coaxial cable end along an axis towards the second coaxial cable end, wherein the sliding engagement between the shroud and the first support overcome the angled approach as the male housing is seated into the female housing by actuation of the lever.

Abstract: A preconditioned air connector (PCA) may be provided with a hollow body configured to pass a fluid flow, and a first mount assembly coupled to the hollow body. The first mount assembly may include a first cam joint with a first arcuate path of motion in a first plane generally tangential to the hollow body, a first mount coupled to the first cam joint, and a first lever coupled to the first cam joint. The first lever may be configured to actuate the first mount via a first transfer of motion through the first cam joint to draw the first mount inwardly toward the hollow body. In addition, the first mount may be configured to draw the hollow body and a mating component inwardly toward one another to pass the fluid flow between the hollow body and the mating component.

Abstract: The performance of a PCA unit associated with an airport gate is monitored by a temperature sensor in the stream of output air leaving the PCA unit, to produce a signal indicative of the temperature of the output air that may be compared to an acceptable range of values, or to the temperature of air input to the PCA unit (as measured by a second temperature sensor). An alert is generated to a human operator if the temperature measured does not compare favorably with the desired range.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a tank truck to an underground oil depot has a body, a handle, a transmission device and two locking arms. The body has a mounting tube and a connection tube respectively connected with an oil drain valve and an oil pipe. The handle is pivotally mounted on the body. The transmission device is pivotally connected to the handle and has a linking lever and two transmitting levers. The linking lever is pivotally connected to the handle, and the transmitting levers are pivotally and slidably connected to the linking lever. The locking arms are pivotally mounted on the mounting tube of the body, selectively extend into the mounting tube and are respectively connected securely to the transmitting levers. Each locking arm has a pushing protrusion mounted on the locking arm and is adapted to push against a joint on the oil drain valve.

Abstract: An apparatus for visually communicating to a pilot in the cockpit of a parked aircraft the status of a preconditioned air (PCA) unit associated with the gate has an electrically controlled PCA indicator box positioned so that it is visible to the pilot in the cockpit. The PCA indicator box has a first appearance when the preconditioned air unit is not operating and a second appearance when the preconditioned air unit is operating. A method of assisting aircraft operators to reduce fuel costs and emissions of an aircraft parked at a gate includes mounting to the gate an electrical PCA indicator and electrically coupling it to a preconditioned air unit at the gate.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a preconditioned air connector has a hollow body configured to route a fluid therethrough and a hook member configured to mate with a cooperating element to draw the hollow body into fluid communication with a mating component. The preconditioned air connector also has a pivotable member actuatable along an arc tangential to the hollow body to direct axial translation of the hook member from a first position to a second position to draw the hollow body into fluid communication with the mating component. The pivotable member has an arcuate camming surface having a locking portion that secures the connector in a fully engaged position with respect to the mating component.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a PCA connector has a polyethylene body, wherein the polyethylene is durable, corrosion resistant, and exhibits excellent strength over a large range of temperature and moisture conditions. The polyethylene body may be described as a single structure with integral features, such as a bearing portion, a latch housing portion, a latch guide portion, and so forth. Thus, the number of parts is significantly reduced by the one-piece design of the body. In addition, the PCA connector may include a latching mechanism configured to secure the PCA connector to an aircraft. For example, the latching mechanism may include a pair of levers, which engage a pair of latches on opposite sides of the polyethylene body. In some embodiments, the levers may be rotated in opposite directions relative to one another to impart movement of the latches in the same direction, e.g., an axial direction.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a PCA connector has a nylon body, wherein the nylon is durable, corrosion resistant, and exhibits excellent strength over a large range of temperature and moisture conditions. The nylon body may be described as a single structure with integral features, such as a bearing portion, a latch housing portion, a latch guide portion, and so forth. Thus, the number of parts is significantly reduced by the one-piece design of the body. In addition, the PCA connector may include a latching mechanism configured to secure the PCA connector to an aircraft. For example, the latching mechanism may include a pair of levers, which engage a pair of latches on opposite sides of the nylon body. In some embodiments, the levers may be rotated in opposite directions relative to one another to impart movement of the latches in the same direction, e.g., an axial direction. Also, some embodiments of the latching mechanism include a cam between the levers and the latches, respectively.

Abstract: This invention relates to the field of connectors used to connect gas sources to apparatus for the administration or other use of gas or mixtures of gases, and more specifically to connectors used for gas administration for respiratory support of a user or patient. The connectors according to the present invention are shaped to be specifically compatible only with like connectors for each specific type gas or gas mixture used in the application, thus reducing or eliminating the chance for user error in connecting the wrong distribution connector to a particular supply connector.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for quickly disconnecting a wetted parts subassembly from a paint spray gun wherein the wetted parts subassembly includes a spray tip, pump cylinder and piston and paint cup components including a pump housing cylinder support carrying the pump cylinder and having a pair of protrusions formed on a pump housing cylinder support, a frame having a pair of slots aligned to receive the protrusions when the pump housing cylinder support is received in the frame, a locking lever pivotably attached to the frame adjacent at least one of the slots and movable between a latched position wherein the pump housing cylinder support is retained to the frame, and an unlatched position wherein the pump housing cylinder support is removable from the frame. A passive retention feature frictionally engages the wetted parts subassembly with the frame when the wetted parts subassembly is received in the frame.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a PCA connector has a nylon body, wherein the nylon is durable, corrosion resistant, and exhibits excellent strength over a large range of temperature and moisture conditions. The nylon body may be described as a single structure with integral features, such as a bearing portion, a latch housing portion, a latch guide portion, and so forth. Thus, the number of parts is significantly reduced by the one-piece design of the body. In addition, the PCA connector may include a latching mechanism configured to secure the PCA connector to an aircraft. For example, the latching mechanism may include a pair of levers, which engage a pair of latches on opposite sides of the nylon body. In some embodiments, the levers may be rotated in opposite directions relative to one another to impart movement of the latches in the same direction, e.g., an axial direction. Also, some embodiments of the latching mechanism include a cam between the levers and the latches, respectively.

Abstract: A latch assembly for connection of conduit, the assembly comprising a female portion and a male portion, wherein each of the female portion and the male portion have a shell and a connection device. The connection device of the female portion includes a connection assembly with a molded-in slot, a release button, and a raised rib or alternatively is a connection opening. The connection device of the male portion includes a cantilevered region with a ramped engagement feature or alternatively is a raised cantilevered release button. When connected the cantilevered region or button deflects to accommodate the female portion until the ramped engagement feature or button engages the molded-in slot or connection opening, thus releasing the deflection. Depressing the release button disengages the latch allowing separation of the assembly.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coupling system (12) which is used to connect a tube (7) to a socket (8). Said tube (7) comprises a support (13) which is arranged on at least one or the ends thereof. Said support can be inserted into the socket (8) and the comprises, on the external side thereof, at least one annular groove (14) and a securing contour (16). The socket (8) comprises a stop contour (20) on the external side thereof. A coupling element (17), which is produced separately in relation to the socket (8) and the support (13), is placed on the outside on the support (13). The coupling element (17) comprises at least one stop hook (19) which engages behind the stop contour (20) when the support (13) is inserted into the socket (8). The coupling element (17) comprises at least one securing hook (18) which co-operates with the securing contour (16) in order to fix the coupling element (17) to the support (13) in an axial manner.

Abstract: A connector for coupling a preconditioned air source to an aircraft is provided. The connector comprises actuating members rotatably secured to a body. In one embodiment, the actuating members are supported, at least partially, by an integrated bearing assembly. The connector also comprises securing members that are positionably coupled to the actuating members. Accordingly, rotation of the actuating members displaces the securing members. Moreover, the actuating members comprise respective camming surfaces, wherein the camming surfaces define the axial position of the corresponding securing members.

Abstract: A pneumatic coupling is provided. The pneumatic coupling is configured to couple a plurality of pneumatic lines together. According to the preferred embodiment of the present disclosure, the pneumatic coupling includes first and second housings and a plurality of fittings sized to receive the pneumatic lines.

Abstract: A hose and quick connect coupling assembly comprising a receiving hose, an insertion hose, a pair of quick connect coupling halves each coupling half being identical to the other, and a securing clasp. The securing clasp releasably secures the coupling halves around the receiving hose, thereby forming a releasable coupling as the insertion hose in inserted into the receiving hose. The insertion hose may be removed by depressing the coupling halves together, causing the top portions thereof to pivot away from the insertion hose. The securing clasp may also be removed from the hose coupling, thereby removing the coupling halves from the receiving hose.

Abstract: A two-part clamp-connected chimney flue tee. The tee includes an elongated main section which is detachably connected to a transversely extending bull, or snout section. The main section has flue pipe connection ends and an oval cut-out portion in its sidewall, generally midway between the connection ends. The periphery of the cut-out includes an outwardly flaring flange, for mating with a corresponding contoured end of the bull section. Hooks are mounted on the inner sidewall of the main section, on opposing sides of the cut-out. Lever-actuated clamps, having a U-shaped locking member, are mounted on opposing inner portions of the sidewalls of the contoured end of the bull section. In mating the two sections, the bull section is press-fitted over the flange surrounding the cut-out. A locking member on one side of the contoured end is engaged with a respective hook. Then, the lever on the clamp is snapped toward the adjacent sidewall, into a locked position.

Abstract: A quick connector for pipes for pressure or vacuum testing includes a tubular housing extending in an axial direction, a spreadable connecting element mounted within the tubular housing, formed as a sleeve and configured to clamp a pipe in a connected position, and an actuating device configured to act upon the connecting element to release the connecting element. The actuating device includes a hand lever extending in the axial direction of the housing. The hand lever has an actuating push rod that extends through an outer wall of the housing. The quick connector includes further a piston positioned within the housing and configured to be movable in the axial direction by the actuating device, and a compression spring positioned within the housing and configured to bias the piston in a connected position.

Abstract: A coupler is provided which is mountable to a fitting of a breakaway coupling to facilitate assembly and disassembly of the coupling. The coupling has a first fitting and a second fitting which are held together by a ball in the first fitting which is received in a detent in the second fitting. The second fitting has an outer sleeve on which the detent is formed, and an inner sleeve slideable in the outer sleeve. A latch ring on the inner sleeve is alignable with the groove. A spring biases the inner sleeve and latch ring into a locking position in which the detent balls are urged into engagement with the detent to hold the two fittings together. The coupler includes an open ended housing having a side wall and an end wall. A plate, securable to the second fitting inner sleeve, is received in the coupler housing for axial movement. A cam on an outer surface of the housing end wall is connected to the plate by a rod.

Abstract: An apparatus in connectible to a steering wheel for aiding disabled drivers. The apparatus includes a base having a first part and a second part for moving with a respect to one another. The base defines a steering-wheel-receiving aperture between the first and second parts for allowing the base to substantially sheath a portion of the steering wheel. A hinge connection is formed between the first and second parts of the base allowing pivotal movement with respect to one another. The hinge connection is formed along a common edge portion of the first and second parts for allowing placement of the base with respect to the steering wheel. A latch releasibly retains the first and second parts of the base with respect to one another. The latch is connected to the first and second parts opposite from the hinge axis. A knob is connected to the base for gripping by the driver with one hand for controlling movement of the steering wheel when the base is attached to the steering wheel.

Abstract: The cuff (25) for connecting a tube (26) to two pipes (2) or two equipments together includes, at each end, a knuckle joint mechanism (31) bearing on a clamp (3) integral with the pipe (2) and which forces the end of the tube (26) against the mouth (4). The knuckle joint (31) is two pairs of rods (32, 35), whose interference produces a compressive stress on spring washers (37). The fixing force is consequently applied in simple and reliable manner and can be interrupted just as easily. The bearing surfaces of the connecting parts and the tube (26, 30, 43) with respect to one another, on the clamp (3) and the mouth (4) must be spherical and concentric in order to enable the pipes (2) to be angularly displaced by a few degrees relative to the tube (26).

Abstract: Live swivel coupling device has a hollow first housing and a hollow second housing, each of which is open on opposing ends in a main axial direction. The first has a generally radially symmetrical inner surface, an indentation in the inner surface, and an internal, gasket-holding extension; the second has a generally radially symmetrical outer surface to relate with the inner surface of the first housing and an indentation in the outer surface. The indentations are for retaining the rotatable bearing set when the first and second housings are coupled. At least one rotatable bearing makes up a rotatable bearing set which also serves as a retaining device to hold the housings together in the main axial direction when the housings are coupled.

Abstract: A pipe coupling (20) for applications including, but not limited to, connecting a conduit to a cooperating fitting (28) on an aircraft. Particularly a pipe coupling (20) incorporating slot fill dowels (36). The dowels (36) provide obstruction to inadvertent separation of the coupling (20) from the cooperating flange (28) while all fastening devices are engaged. The coupling (20) additionally may include an elbow (26) allowing various radial conduit positions.

Abstract: A quick connect/disconnect coupling comprises locking levers. Pull rings facilitate pivoting of the locking levels to a release position. The pull rings are resiliently mounted on the levers in positions that prevent the pulls rings from interfering with movement of the locking levers to their locking positions.

Abstract: Connectors with a lever in which a pair of male and female connectors are mated with and disconnected from each other by rotating the lever. The lever having cam grooves and a lock portion is rotatably attached to the female connector. Cam pins are attached to the male connector. When both connectors are initially mated with each other, the cam pins engage with the cam grooves, and when the lever is rotated in a direction in which both connectors are mated with each other, the male connector moves toward the female connector. An elastic locking member is interposed between the lever and the female connector. An operational portion, reverse spring portions for urging the lever toward a direction opposite to that in which both connectors are mated, and lock spring portions to be engaged with the lock portion of the lever so as to maintain the lever in a locked position, are all integrally formed in the elastic locking member.

Abstract: A refrigerant recovery system is operative in a recovery mode to recover refrigerant from an air conditioning circuit, and in a cleaning mode to cleanse the recovered refrigerant of impurities therein. In the recovery mode the refrigerant is withdrawn from the air conditioning circuit and flowed through a filter dryer by a compressor which then forces the refrigerant through a condenser into a storage container. In the cleaning mode, liquid refrigerant from within the storage container is continuously flowed through the filter dryer and then back into the storage container. To remove impurities from within the air conditioning circuit, the recovery system is also operative in a closed loop flushing mode in which liquid refrigerant from within the storage container is continuously pumped through a portion of the air conditioning circuit, filtered, and then returned to the storage container without any appreciable quantity of refrigerant being vented to atmosphere during the flushing process.

Abstract: A pump capable of shear mixing and supplying high density grout over long distances and through relatively narrow conduits. The pump includes a hopper, a series of agitators in the hopper and a coincident auger and rotor/stator disposed below the hopper. The pump is held together by a pair of side bars having quick release bear clamp clasps for expeditious disassembly.

Abstract: An airless sprayer is disclosed. A power sprayer equipped with an electromagnetic operated mechanism is easy in handling and simple in operation.However, in taking out a nozzle head, a piston pump and the like for the purpose of cleaning, it is very difficult to take them out and cumbersome to do so. Assembling is not easy.Taking-out operation and assembling operation of the nozzle head, the piston pump and the like can be accomplished easily whereby cleaning can be easily accomplished. The power sprayer of this kind can be used more conveniently.

Abstract: A quick disconnect coupler comprising a coupler body, a latching mechanism for holding the coupler body to another component, a telescoping sleeve moveable axially on the coupler body to engage and disengage the latching mechanism, and a sleeve operator assembly for moving the telescoping sleeve axially between engaged and disengaged positions. The sleeve operator assembly includes a yoke in the form of a ring collar having opposite ends and opposite side portions straddling the telescoping sleeve. Opposite side portions of the yoke are pivotally connected to respective sides of the telescoping sleeve at diametrically opposite connection points. A handle is provided at one end of the yoke, and a linkage connects the other end of the yoke to the coupler body.

Abstract: A quick connect-disconnect coupling comprises a coupler joined to a standardized adapter to provide for fluid flow between first and second conduits. Locking mechanism comprises a four bar linkage which minimizes the manual effort required to connect and disconnect the coupler from the adapter. An over the center relation of the four bar linkage locks the coupler in coupled relation to the adapter to minimize inadvertent decoupling.

Abstract: An electrical and mechanical coupling for coupling a microwave head case both to its source and to its support including a back stop and source-positioning pegs. A toggle fastener system is mounted on one of its faces with the toggle fastener system including a draw-bar, a fixing portion, and an operating lever. A blade-shaped return spring has one end fixed to the support and is situated so as to enable the draw-bar to rest on the free end of the spring when the operating lever is pushed back. The source includes structure for engaging said source-positioning pegs, a flexible metal waveguide, a special flange disposed on a free end face of the flexible waveguide and having an opening therethrough and two centering pegs disposed on the special flange. A damper is disposed between the special flange and the body of the source. The microwave head case includes an assembly flange on a first face thereof. The assembly flange includes an opening for co-operating with said opening through the special flange.

Abstract: A quick-connect pressurizable coupling assembly having mating male and female head parts each integrally attached to an outwardly flared pipe end by being cast around the pipe. The male head part is provided at its forward end with an angled sealing surface having an adjacent annular radial outward projection. The female part is provided at its forward end with an annular shaped inner recess for retaining a resilient sealing ring and it also has an annular outer curved surface. A clamping unit encircles the female part curved surface, and is equipped with an annular clamping ring having at least one short hook and at least one long hook having a handle grip and pivotally attached to the clamping ring. The two hooks are adapted for attachment to the annular radial projection of the male part, thereby providing for the male and female head parts to be conveniently connected together to provide a pressurizable joint for the pipes.

Abstract: The invention, of toggle principle to hold and join two tubes or shafts, has 3 main parts, which do not wear, have great strength which can be increased by increasing the width of its 3 parts, which can be attached together by adhesive and two flexible rubber strips. It can be dynamically balanced to connect rotating shafts. It can be self-adjustable when its band is corrugated spring steel. It has many advantages and is suitable for many more applications than conventional clamps. It is a universal clamp, simple, easy to manufacture, economical, and can be used over and over again.

Abstract: A union for joining pipes, tubing, or other fluid conduits in a fluidtight manner includes male and female parts having respective inner fluid passages. The male part has a contoured lead end that slidably engages the female lead end which has a complementary contour with respect to the male lead end. The male lead end has a circumferential recess which retains a resilient sealing member which is radially compressed between the mated, contoured lead ends when the male and female parts are joined together. Clamping means is provided to hold the male and female parts together, but the fluidtight seal is independent of the clamping means. The mated contoured lead ends substantially eliminate transverse movement at the sealing interface and permit a camming action when the male and female parts are joined so as to self-align the respective inner passages.

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed for bringing into proximity and connecting a quench stack and monomer ring for the melt spinning of synthetic polymer fibers. These members are brought into proximity through use of a reel assembly and are connected by means of a clamping device. The clamp, which is mounted on the quench stack, features a drawpiece comprising a rod. The rod is curved into a "U" shape, the base of which engages with a keeper element and the legs of which describe a circle bend prior to terminating in a threaded shank for mounting to the clamp.

Abstract: A coupling for connecting sections of flexible hose so that quick and safe emergency disconnection can be automatically effected. The coupling includes a female section carrying peripheral cam lever pins adjacent radial openings through the wall of the female section, and a male section sealingly engageable with the female section. The male section carries a peripheral cam groove positioned for alignment with the cam pins when the sections are joined. Each of the sections carries a valve subassembly which normally closes the open end of the respective section, but which is automatically repositioned to open the respective section when the sections are coupled.

Abstract: Apparatus for connecting tubular members, particularly subsea pipeline sections, the apparatus including, in various combinations, a slip joint, which, following adjustment, can be sealed and fixed against further relative axial movement, a first boltless connection apparatus employing a force imparting system disposed between mating male and female bodies forming the connection apparatus, the force imparting system serving to urge engageable stop surfaces in the male and female bodies into engagement with one another and a second connection apparatus providing relative, universal type movement between components adjoined by the second connection apparatus.

Abstract: A sealing device for a plurality of flow-through filter cells in a filter cell housing including a longitudinally extending toggle joint support member extending through opposed side walls of the housing and a plurality of toggle joints mounted at the knees onto the toggle joint support member, the toggle joints having one end pivotally mounted to the frame of the housing and the other end including engaging means engageable with the filter cells upon longitudinal movement of the support member.