Abstract: Various embodiments of the teachings here include a fixing bracket for fixing a tie wrap at a fuel rail for mounting a wiring harness at the fuel rail, the fixing bracket comprising: a one-piece bracket body extending along a longitudinal direction, the bracket body including a first longitudinal end section, a second longitudinal end section, and an intermediate section. The intermediate section is disposed between the first end section and the second end section. The intermediate section comprises a protrusion including two bows spaced apart from one other by a slot disposed between the bows.

Abstract: A line organizer (1) comprising: a base (2); a retainer (3) attachable to the base (2) for retaining a line between the base (2) and the retainer (3); a first connector (4) on the base (2); and a second connector (5) on the base (2). The line organizer (1) is a first line organizer (1), and the first connector (4) on the first line organizer (1) is attachable to the second connector (5) on a second said line organizer (1a) to connect the first and second line organizers (1,1a) to each other.

Abstract: In one example, an indication that a user equipment participating in a Packet Data Network (PDN) session hosted by a Serving Gateway (SGW) and a PDN Gateway (PGW) is transitioning from a first Mobility Management Entity (MME) to a second MME is obtained. An indication that the SGW is co-located with the PGW and an identification of the SGW are obtained. Based on the indication that the SGW is co-located with the PGW and the identification of the SGW, it is determined that the SGW is reachable from the second MME. In response to determining that the SGW is reachable from the second MME, the SGW is selected to host the PDN session after the user equipment transitions from the first MME to the second MME.

Abstract: A Silicone Edge Graphics advertisement display device, comprising a plurality of three-pipe joints connected to a plurality of transverse pipes, vertical pipes and grooved pipes. The grooved pipes are v-shaped for receipt of an advertising canvas providing ease of set up and advertising canvas replacement.

Abstract: A cleaning device system to clean a surgical scope, which cleaning device system includes an attachment element to attach the cleaning device, being positioned outside the body of a patient, to a trocar. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: A fuel supply assembly for a gas turbine engine includes at least one fuel transfer tube, at least one fuel nozzle, and at least one retaining bracket. The transfer tube and the nozzle are assembled in fluid communication with one another. The retaining bracket is fixedly attached to one of the nozzle and the transfer tube and displaceable relative thereto between a first position and a second position. A free end of the bracket is engageable with the other of the fuel nozzle and the transfer tube to retain the transfer tube to the fuel nozzle when the bracket is in the second position. The retaining bracket is disengaged from one of the fuel nozzle and the transfer tube in the first position so that the fuel nozzle and the transfer tube are disengageable from one another.

Abstract: A fencing connector, H brace assembly incorporating a fencing connector, and method of constructing an H brace using a fencing connector, where the fencing connector includes a tongue portion, and a ring portion in which an aperture is formed. The tongue and ring portions lie in a common plane. The fencing connector can be formed from a single piece of material. The ring portion of the fencing connector is configured to fit over a vertical fence post, and the tongue portion of the fencing connector is configured to fit inside of a horizontal member that extends between the first vertical post and a second vertical post. In an H brace assembly, a fencing connector is provided at each end of the horizontal member. In addition, in such an assembly, stops may be fixed to the vertical posts to maintain the fencing connectors at a desired location along the respective vertical posts.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a solar panel truss mounting system comprising a base and a truss assembly coupled to the base. The truss assembly comprises a first panel rail mount, second panel rail mount parallel to the first panel rail mount, base rail mount parallel to the first and second panel rail mounts, and a plurality of support members. A first portion of the plurality of support members extends between the first and second panel rail mounts. A second portion of the plurality of support members extends between the first panel rail mount and the base rail mount. A third portion of the plurality of support members extends between the second panel rail mount and the base rail mount. The system can further comprise a plurality of connectors for coupling a plurality of photovoltaic solar panels to the truss assembly.

Abstract: A spring loaded parallel pad clamp connector is provided. The clamp includes a top jaw; a bottom jaw having an eye depending therefrom; one or more springs biasing the top and bottom jaws to a closed position; and a surface positioned a predetermined distance from the eye so that the surface acts as a fulcrum and force translation surface for a lineman hot stick.

Abstract: A handle assembly for a container, the container having a pivotally mounted pressure plate for dispensing a seaming compound, includes a connector plate configured for removably coupling to the pressure plate, a first handle for gripping with a first hand of a user, and a second handle for gripping with a second hand of the user. Each of the first handle and the second handle is coupled to the connector plate.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present disclosure describe an arrangement for mounting basketball goal support arms to a support pole. The arrangement includes an attachment assembly that has a bolt piece, spacers, and a locking portion. The bolt piece includes a medial portion and bolt ends. The medial portion may be permanently attached to the support pole of a basketball goal. The bolt ends may receive a spacer, a support arm, and a locking portion.

Abstract: An adjustable firearm scope mounting assembly includes first and second mounting members, each including a base portion fixable relative to a firearm, and an upper portion configured to support a respective scope portion. The first upper portion is selectively adjustable relative to the first base portion in vertical and lateral directions. The second upper portion is selectively adjustable relative to the second base portion in a vertical direction. In one embodiment, one of the first base portion or the first upper portion includes a vertically extending element movable along an arcuate path within a vertically extending socket defined by the other of the first base portion or the first upper portion.

Abstract: A trampoline support structure includes a manifold, a first annular tube, a mesh encircled tube, a second annular tube and a support tube. The manifold includes a longitudinal installation portion, a transverse installation portion and an installation hole located on the transverse installation portion. The first annular tube includes a first assembly section inserted into the transverse installation portion and an anchor hole located on the first assembly section. The mesh encircled tube includes an anchor section inserted into the installation hole, the anchor hole and the longitudinal installation portion. The second annular tube includes a second assembly section inserted into the first assembly section. The anchor section, the longitudinal installation portion and the support tube form a multi-layer structure, thus can solve the problem of inadequate structural strength occurred to the conventional techniques.

Abstract: A termination structure for high-speed transmission line includes a high-speed transmission line including a signal line configured to transmit a signal, an insulation which covers the signal line and an external conductor disposed at an outer periphery of the insulation, and a termination terminal disposed at a terminal of the high-speed transmission line. The termination terminal includes a holder disposed sandwiching the external conductor exposed at the terminal of the high-speed transmission line from both sides. The holder includes a holding part to hold the high-speed transmission line and is electrically connected to the external conductor. The holding part is formed so as to have a shape along an outer shape of the external conductor.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides various bus bar connectors configured to draw power from a bus bar at non-discrete locations. In one aspect, a bus bar connector may include a connector housing having a slot. The slot may be configured to allow the connector housing to grip a bus bar at different locations. First and second electrical contacts may be disposed on opposite sides of the slot. The bus bar connector includes mounting members for securing the connector housing against an enclosure for the bus bar and a spring clip that can be to attach to upper and lower outer surfaces of the connector housing to provide an amount of contact force onto the outer surface of the connector housing. The amount of contact force enables the first and second electrical contacts to securely grip the bus bar.

Abstract: A vessel holder and a dish washing machine having the same, in which, when vessels are put into and washed in the dish washing machine, the vessels can be stably washed by improving a fixed state of each thereof. The dish washing machine includes a washing space, a vessel basket installed in the washing space, and includes wires, at least one vessel holder detachably installed to the vessel basket, and allowing a vessel to be inserted thereinto and supported therein. The vessel holder includes a plurality of supports elastically supporting the vessel, and an inserting part provided between the supports and allowing the vessel to be inserted thereinto.

Abstract: A pipe connector incorporates a main body, a first gripper and a second gripper; wherein the first gripper is installed on one end of the main body and the second gripper installed on the other end of the main body; and the first gripper and second gripper face different directions. The present invention can be used in conjunction with additional pipe connectors so as to increase the number of pipe combinations.

Abstract: A wire cable tray splice and support device that can be used splice to wire cable trays together to generate a substantially continuous series of wire cable trays. Various embodiments of the present invention can splice wire cable trays together that the ends of two wire cable trays, or can be used to support a set of wire cable trays from a structure above the wire cable trays, or can be used o mount a series of wire cable trays together along the surface of a vertical wall.

Abstract: A device for affixing a rail comprising a fastening flange, the device including a retaining plate comprising a notch and a clamping device. The notch comprises a front opening, a first edge portion, a second edge portion, and a third edge portion. The second edge portion and the third edge portion face each other. When the rail is inserted into the notch via the fastening flange, the rail penetrates and crosses the retaining plate and protrudes out of the notch through the front opening, the fastening flange is supported on the first edge portion, the clamping device jams between the fastening flange and the second edge portion and presses the fastening flange against the first edge portion, and the third edge portion acts as a stop so as to block the rail from escaping from the notch in a direction parallel to the first edge portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for mounting a handlebar or handlebars to a vehicle using a handlebar or handlebars for steering, pulling or otherwise imparting control to the vehicle. The apparatus has a first component for coupling with the vehicle, a second component for receiving a handlebar, a center mount pin rotatably coupling the first component to the second component, a tension device and a lock pin for locking the first and second components at a particular angle of rotation. When the lock pin is pulled, disengaging the lock pin from a portion of the apparatus, the tension device rotates the handlebar about the center mount pin. A ramp may be present in the channel that receives the lock pin, the ramp joining the tension device in having a tendency to rotate the handlebars to a storage position. Varied positions for the lock pin are possible, giving an aerodynamic appearance to certain embodiments.

Abstract: A locking apparatus for mounting a photovoltaic module on a rack, the locking apparatus includes a pressing member, a blot having a head and a threaded portion, and a mounting member fixed to the rack. The pressing member includes a bottom portion, two side portions extending up from opposite sides of the bottom portion, and two pressing pieces extending outward from tops of the side portions respectively. A through hole is defined in a center of the bottom portion. Two ribs extend inward from inner surfaces of side portions respectively. A distance between the ribs is less than a diameter of the head. The head is retained in the pressing member between the ribs and the bottom portion. The threaded portion extends through the through hole to be screwed into the mounting member.

Abstract: There is provided in a preferred embodiment a method and system for attaching a cross member to a tube. The tube has two holes drilled into it at opposite surfaces. The upper body of the cross member is inserted into one hole, through the tube and into the opposite hole. At the opposite hole, the cross member is welded or otherwise affixed to the tube. The lower body of the cross member is designed and adapted to be selectively attached to the upper body.

Abstract: A coiled tubing assembly for use in a wellbore includes at least two continuous coiled tubing members which are joined by clamp assemblies at longitudinally spaced positions such that the tubing members are adapted to be collectively spoolable on a common drum. Each clamp assembly has a central portion spanning between the spaced apart coiled tubing members and clamping portions joined to the central portion to extend about the tubing members respectively. Each clamping portion is maintained in an elastically stretched state in a circumferential direction about the respective tubing member such that the internal circumference of the clamping portion is arranged to be elastically reduced about the respective tubing member when the tubing member stretches longitudinally in use within a wellbore.

Abstract: A fastener for securing a rail to a wire shelf having a plurality of support rods extending in parallel spaced-apart fashion. The fastener has a fastener body with an elongate rail engaging flange, a shelf engaging flange, and a connecting shaft portion extending between the rail engaging flange and the shelf engaging flange. The rail engaging flange is insertable through an elongate opening of an the rail in a first orientation and, upon rotation of the fastener, the rail engaging flange is configured to extend across said elongate opening thereby restricting withdrawal therefrom, while the shelf engaging flange traps a support member of the shelf thereby interlocking the associated rail to the associated shelf.

Abstract: Systems and methods for mounting one or more solar panel modules are disclosed. First and second support structures can be provided. Each support structure can include a lateral support member extending laterally between two post members, and a clamp movably attached to the lateral support member and movable along a length of the lateral support member. Each of the support structures can be configured to be separately mounted to the supporting surface and aligned along an axis to have each lateral support member support a portion of the first solar panel module. The clamp of the first support structure can configured to be moved to a first Airy point of the first solar panel module and the clamp of the second support structure can be configured to be moved to a second Airy point of the first solar panel module.

Abstract: A profile bar (10, 10a) formed as an extruded part and consisting of a light metal alloy, in particular an aluminium alloy, with a rectangular in particular square, cross-section, wherein a longitudinal groove pair (20, 20a), comprising two longitudinal grooves arranged parallel to one another and at a distance from one another, is provided in each case on at least one lateral surface, preferably on all four lateral surfaces, and with at least two, preferably four, longitudinal channels which extend parallel to the longitudinal grooves and which form in each case an opening (40) for fastening in each case a pen (34) on each of the two end faces (36) of the profile bar (10, 10a), wherein each longitudinal channel is arranged on an imaginary intersection line of planes extending at a right angle to one another and arranged perpendicularly to in each case a lateral surface, wherein at least one of the planes is a longitudinal centre plane of a longitudinal groove of a longitudinal groove pair (20).

Abstract: A holder is provided for holding an electrical component on a circuit board having a lead hole. The holder includes a body having a base for holding the electrical component and a connection member for mounting the body to the circuit board. The base includes a lead opening that is configured to hold a solder lead of the electrical component therein. The connection member extends from the base and is configured to mechanically connect to the circuit board such that the base holds an end of the solder lead of the electrical component within the lead hole of the circuit board.

Abstract: A splice sleeve having an elliptical or compound curve cross section for connecting overlapping end portions of reinforcing bars utilized in various types of structures in which steel reinforcing bars are utilized and it is desired to connect the overlapping end portions of the reinforcing bars. The splice sleeve is configured to receive the overlapped end portions of the reinforcing bars and then be filled with hardenable material to resist axial tension and compression exerted on the reinforcing bars. In one embodiment, both ends of the sleeve are provided with an inwardly directed lip to increase the splicing capacity of the sleeve and also to serve as a guide to position the rebars to a minimum of about 3 mm from the inside wall surface of the sleeve.

Abstract: A construction system for building a home independently is provided that assists a sole home builder so that a modern home can be built without the use of heavy machinery or reliance on professionals.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices and a system for compensating for thermal expansion and contraction of rail mounted solar panel rooftop systems. In one aspect, a floating end clamp that secures a solar panel in slidable captive cooperation with a mounting rail. In another aspect, a rail splice bridges two mounting rails with a gap between the rails for thermal expansion and contraction. The rail splice includes indicia for setting the gap distance between rails based on ambient temperature at the time of installation. In another aspect, a spacing gauge includes indicia for setting the gap distance between rails based on ambient temperature at the time of installation.

Abstract: A telecommunications infrastructure includes first and second trough members for routing signal-carrying fibers. Latching members may be used to adjustably couple coupling members adjustably coupled with a trough members. Support members may also be used to adjustably couple trough members together with coupling members.

Abstract: A connection between a wall stud, channel-shaped bridging member and connector that resists torsional forces, the connector being suited to interlock with the interior of the bridging member channel and to be fastened to the bridging member outside the channel, depending on the orientation of the bridging member.

Abstract: A multiple antenna feed assembly including an antenna feed support having a body made of an electrically insulating material and a method of forming the antenna feed assembly, are provided. The antenna feed support may have a slot adapted to receive a connector; and a gap formed in the body having a thickness to fit a printed circuit board (PCB). The multiple antenna feed assembly may include a first connector adapted to fit in the slot of the antenna feed support; and a second connector electrically isolated from the first connector. Also provided is an antenna feed support to provide structural support and electrical isolation for the components of a multiple antenna feed assembly as above.

Abstract: In one example embodiment, the present invention is a joining member configured to join at least two portable lighting devices such as flashlights. The joining member comprises means of attachment with each of the at least two portable lighting devices. And, the joining member is configured such that each of the at least two portable lighting devices is independently operational while attached with said joining member. In another example embodiment, the present invention is a primary portable lighting device that comprises a joining member configured to join at least two secondary portable lighting devices such as flashlights.

Abstract: Modulatable integrated system for connecting at least two cylindrical elements (9) composed of a rigid vertical rod (1) connected to at least three solid rings (2, 3, 4) capable of containing the cylinders and having analogous diameter, characterized in that the three solid rings are connected to the rigid rod (1) in a manner so as to form three separate levels that are equidistant from each other, parallel to each other and orthogonal to the axis of the rigid rod (1), and are arranged in a manner such that two of the solid rings (2 and 4) are perfectly superimposed.

Abstract: The connecting fitting comprises a band-like section 14 and a back plate 11 that can be inserted between the flanges 7b, 7c by passing between lips 7d, 7e, in an insertion attitude, and a joining section 15 that can join a beam 5E in a state where the band-like section 14 and the back plate 11 are inserted between the flanges 7b, 7c. The band-like section 14 has a pair of abutting sections 14b, 14c that can abut respective inner surfaces of both flanges 7b, 7c of a C-section steel 7, in an attachment attitude resulting from rotation from the insertion attitude by a predetermined angle.

Abstract: A fastening element for interconnecting first and second components produced from different materials includes a metal strip and at least two fastening clips or lugs located in a common plane. An elastic bend compensating for longitudinal changes between the two fastening clips or lugs and a fastening point for the second component are disposed between the fastening clips or lugs.

Abstract: A locking apparatus for mounting a photovoltaic module on a rack, the locking apparatus includes a pressing member, a blot having a head and a threaded portion, and a mounting member fixed to the rack. The pressing member includes a bottom portion, two side portions extending up from opposite sides of the bottom portion, and two pressing pieces extending outward from tops of the side portions respectively. A through hole is defined in a center of the bottom portion. Two ribs extend inward from inner surfaces of side portions respectively. A distance between the ribs is less than a diameter of the head. The head is retained in the pressing member between the ribs and the bottom portion. The threaded portion extends through the through hole to be screwed into the mounting member.

Abstract: A locking apparatus is used for mounting a photovoltaic module to a rack. The rack includes a base plate, two sidewalls extending from opposite sides of the base plate, and two limiting plates extending in from tops of the sidewalls respectively. An opening is defined between the limiting plates. The locking apparatus includes a pressing member, a mounting member, and a bolt. The mounting member includes a base, a neck portion, a head portion formed on a top of the neck portion, and two arms extending out from opposite sides of the head portion. The base is received in the rack and abuts bottoms of the arms. The arms are blocked by the limiting plates respectively. The bolt extends through the pressing member and the opening to screw into the mounting member, to fix the photovoltaic module between the pressing member and the rack.

Abstract: A jet pump stabilizer is disclosed and claimed. The stabilizer includes a clamp body that is affixed about the riser pipe. Two U-clamps are connected to the clamp body, each U-clamp positioned about a jet pump mixer section. A wedge assembly is positioned between the clamp body and each mixer pipe, cooperating with the clamp body and U-clamps to laterally restrain the mixer sections. A clamp ring is positioned about each mixer section and retained in place by the U-clamps, wedge assemblies, and clamp body. A sealing ring is moveably connected to the clamp ring such that it is biased toward engagement with the jet pump diffuser. Seals provided on the stabilizer engage the jet pump assembly above and below the slip joint, preventing vibration-inducing leakage through the slip joint.

Abstract: A clamp assembly is provided for securing a panel or fairing to an I-beam, and comprises a pair of side blocks and a clamping block, together with a single bolt to secure them in place. Each of the side blocks as an inclined wedge surface, and the T-shaped clamping block has similarly sloped wedge surfaces along the sides of the leg of the T. When a bolt this passed through side legs of the side blocks, and through or under the clamping block, a sliding and wedging action between the inclined and sloped wedge surfaces occurs. Moreover, a clamping action between the top surface of the clamping block and the lower surface of the lower flanges of the I-beam is also induced.

Abstract: A connection device is provided including a body portion and at least first and second attachment means for the attachment of the device to or between two or more objects in use. Adjustment means are provided to allow the distance between the at least first and second attachment means to be adjustable in use.

Abstract: A profile rail comprising in a cross-sectional view: a base plate which forms a bottom side of the profile rail and which is flat in sections or completely flat; a first and a second receiving cavity for a rail support which cavities are both partially closed laterally in outward direction and which respectively include a lateral opening, wherein the two lateral openings are oriented in opposite directions; and a third receiving cavity which includes an opening that is oriented away from the bottom side of the profile rail and which includes an inner profile for attaching module attachment elements.

Abstract: A worksurface leg mount is provided for interconnecting a support leg to a worksurface. The worksurface leg mount system includes an anchor plate attached to a lower surface of the worksurface, and a mounting plate attached to and optionally recessed in an upper end of the support leg. A fastener extends between and connects the anchor and mounting plates, which are spaced from each other. Loads that enter the mounting plate in discrete directions are transmitted through the fastener and into the anchor plate, where the loads are spread across the interfaces between the anchor plate and worksurface.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a joiner (10) comprising an elongate body (12) defining a longitudinal axis (14). Projections (16, 18) extend generally transversely from the body (12) at opposite ends thereof and two spaced apart magnets (20, 22) are located between the projections (16, 18). The magnets (20, 22) are adapted to magnetically connect the joiner (10) to ferrous metal anchor points (i.e. the frames 101, 201) of modular furniture to retain the projections (16, 18) in engagement with the frame of the respective unit of modular furniture (100, 200) and thereby to retain the units of modular furniture together.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a connector for toy structures and educational instruments, particularly for assembling plastic and metal components. The connector includes a circular base with apertures for securing to an expansive metal construction piece by use of screws or similar threaded fasteners. The connector further includes a passageway for receiving a second construction piece, such as a plastic construction piece. Pegs pass through aligned apertures in the walls of the passageway as well as apertures in the second construction pieces, thereby securing the second construction piece to the connector.

Abstract: A universal bracket system can be used to create multiple interlocking bracket assemblies for construction of buildings, dwellings, structures and other objects. A primary planar bracket plate member has flange extensions and holes for bolts or other fasteners. Multiple supplementary bracket plate members are variations of the primary bracket plate member. A ridge bracket plate member is provided. Primary and supplementary plate members, as well as the ridge bracket plate member, can be combined in multiple interlocking configurations to create brackets for connecting structural members into many different connection joints.

Abstract: A server cabinet for retaining at least one computer server includes a plurality of perforated holding poles and a plurality of retaining apparatuses. Each of the plurality of retaining apparatuses can be secured to a computer server and clamp a holding pole, such that the computer server is secured on the plurality of holding poles both vertically and horizontally by the plurality of retaining apparatuses.

Abstract: A clamp assembly for securing together in a superimposed relationship two elongate members each having a pair of opposite edge regions, includes a clamping frame having four frame members, the frame members of a first pair of the frame members being spaced apart by a second pair and the frame members of the second pair being spaced apart by the first pair, the second pair allowing the spacing of the frame members of the first pair to be varied whereby the first pair may be brought into contact with opposite edge regions of a first of the elongate members and/or the first pair allowing the spacing of the frame members of the second pair to be varied whereby the second pair may be brought into contact with opposite edge regions of the second of the elongate members, the two pairs of frame members being interconnected by first connection elements.

Abstract: Exemplary sheet and rod attachment apparatus and systems are described for providing composite reinforcement for one or more structures, such that one or more structures can be supported by different reinforcement mechanisms. The sheet and rod attachment apparatus includes an adaptor that couples the sheet to the rod in a manner that minimizes or substantially eliminates localized stress concentrations. The adaptor may include one or more wedge-shaped bodies contoured and configured to attach to at least a portion of a rod of a predetermined size and/or shape. A wedge-shaped body may include an interior surface for engaging the rod, and exterior surfaces extending radially from the interior surface. Example exterior surfaces are configured to engage a reinforcement sheet that extends axially from the rod.