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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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01-03-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for disinfecting water

Номер: US20120051977A1
Автор: Jeff Lassegard, Razmik B. Boodaghians
Принадлежит: MAG Aerospace Industries LLC

Embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for point of use location treatment of potable water supplies on demand on board passenger vehicles, such as aircraft. The systems described generally provide increased safety features, alternate ultraviolet light sources, and reduced power consumption.

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Номер записи: 1
21-06-2012 дата публикации

Bottle, system and method for sterilizing a liquid

Номер: US20120152856A1
Автор: Eric James
Принадлежит: Individual

A bottle, a system and a method sterilize a liquid. The bottle has an interior to hold the liquid and an ultraviolet light emitting lamp that extends into the interior. A cord may be attached to the bottle so that pulling the cord may power the ultraviolet light emitting lamp and/or charge a battery used to power the ultraviolet light emitting lamp. The bottle may have a status light that indicates that the ultraviolet light emitting lamp may have an amount of power equal to or greater than a threshold value, such as, for example, an amount of power necessary for the ultraviolet light emitting lamp to operate for ninety seconds. The bottle may have a removable lid located opposite to the ultraviolet light emitting lamp.

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Номер записи: 2
04-10-2012 дата публикации

Combination therapies for b-cell lymphomas comprising administration of anti-cd20 antibody

Номер: US20120251535A1
Автор: Antonio J. Grillo-Lopez
Принадлежит: Grillo-Lopez Antonio J

New combined therapeutic regimens for treatment of B-cell lymphomas are disclosed which comprise, in particular, administration of anti-CD20 antibodies to patients having low-, intermediate- or high-grade non-Hodgkin's lymphomas.

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Номер записи: 3
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Shaped compositions for uniform delivery of a functional agent

Номер: US20120258156A1
Автор: Evan Rumberger, Tami Tadrowski, William L. Smith, William Ouellette
Принадлежит: Individual

Shaped compositions are provided for use in delivering a substantially uniform concentration of a functional agent (e.g., an antimicrobial sanitizing agent) to a flowing stream of water. The composition may be shaped and sized to be inserted into a device configured to be attached over the end of a faucet. The shaped composition may include at least two different regions (e.g., layers). A dissolvable region includes a functional agent (e.g., an anti-microbial sanitizing agent). A substantially non-dissolvable region is disposed adjacent to the dissolvable region (e.g., adjacent the bottom surface) so as to cover a bottom surface of the dissolvable region. The geometry of the shaped composition, as well as the presence of the substantially non-dissolvable region aids in providing a substantially uniform concentration of functional agent throughout the life of the dissolvable region.

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Номер записи: 4
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Method for reducing organic waste in waste water

Номер: US20120305475A1
Автор: George John Joseph Pearson
Принадлежит: Individual

A method of treating waste water is disclosed which comprises placing a porous container such as a mesh bag containing a gelatinous culture of vegetative bacteria into waste water. The gelatinous culture dissolves over time and releases the bacteria contained therein. In some embodiments, the porous container may be reclaimed at any time. Treatment with the method eliminates a substantial portion of organic waste found in waste water and reduces or eliminates the need for used to eliminate organic waste build up in waste water facilities.

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Номер записи: 5
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Percolating filter device

Номер: US20130020238A1
Автор: Maurizio Moretto
Принадлежит: Laica SpA

A percolating filter device including a casing with a wall on which is formed a seat, in which an accessory is retained in a removable way by corresponding fastening means and counter-means, which comprise a quick release fastening.

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Номер записи: 6
21-02-2013 дата публикации

Filter system with removable enhancement media

Номер: US20130043174A1
Автор: David E. Swain
Принадлежит: Paragon Water Systems Inc

A water filter system including a base configured for receiving water from a faucet and a filter cartridge connected to the base. The filter cartridge defines a peripheral opening and a first chamber having at least one filter element. and a second chamber in fluid communication with the first chamber. An enhancement cartridge is removably inserted through the peripheral opening and into the second chamber. The enhancement cartridge includes an enhancement material for adding minerals to the water and is removable from the system independently from the filter cartridge.

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Номер записи: 7
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Methods of providing uniform delivery of a functional agent from a shaped composition

Номер: US20130075346A1
Автор: Evan Rumberger, William L. Smith, William Ouellette
Принадлежит: Individual

Methods for introducing a substantially uniform concentration of a functional agent into a flowing stream of water using a shaped composition. The composition may be shaped and sized to be inserted into a device configured to be attached over the end of a faucet. The shaped composition comprises a dissolvable region including a functional agent (e.g., an anti-microbial sanitizing agent). A non-dissolvable region disposed adjacent to the dissolvable region may optionally be provided. The substantially non-dissolvable region remains substantially intact as the dissolving region is progressively dissolved, introducing the functional agent into a flowing stream of water.

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Номер записи: 8
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Hands free hydration system

Номер: US20130139893A1
Автор: Rebecca Anson, Ricky L. Anson, Shane Jimenez
Принадлежит: Nutra-Life Inc

A hydration system configured to receive liquid from a wearable fluid storage and delivery device and selectively add supplements thereto. The system includes a removable cap, an interior housing, and an outside housing. The interior housing has a supplement chamber for housing a dissolvable supplement body with an open end portion closable by the cap. The interior housing also has a bypass channel separated from the supplement chamber. The outside housing has an interior channel configured to slidably receive the interior housing and allow it to slide between a supplement adding position and a bypass position relative to the outside housing. In the supplement adding position, liquid received from the wearable device flows into the supplement chamber whereat at least a portion of the dissolvable supplement body dissolves into the liquid. In the bypass position, liquid received from the wearable device flows into the bypass channel bypassing the supplement chamber.

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Номер записи: 9
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Universal filter system and method for fluid containers

Номер: US20130264262A1
Автор: Linda M. Closi, JR., Peter J. Closi, JR.
Принадлежит: Individual

A universal filter system is provided for filtering a fluid in a fluid container, such as water in a water bottle. The system can be selectively attached to and removed from a plurality of fluid containers. For instance, the filter system can be applied to a first fluid container. After use, the filter system can be removed from the first fluid container. The filter system can then be used in connection with the first fluid container again or with a different fluid container. The filter system can include a filter and one or more container-engaging elements that are configured to sealingly engage a portion of a plurality of fluid containers, including interior and/or exterior portions of such fluid containers. In this way, the leakage of a fluid from the container can be prevented and the fluid must pass through the filter before exiting the outlet of the fluid container.

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Номер записи: 10
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Shower Filter

Номер: US20130334116A1
Автор: Chad C. Galloway, Richie E. Stanley, Ronald E. Stanley
Принадлежит: Enviro Water Solutions Inc

A shower filter between a downwardly slanting shower arm and a shower head, including a base, and a vertical housing with filler material. The base has an input chamber for receiving water from the shower arm, and an output chamber from which water may be discharged to the shower head. The housing is secured at its bottom end to the base and has a first port communicating with the base input chamber and a second port communicating with the base output chamber. A tube carries water from the housing first port to the top end of the housing, where it is diffused before passing down through the filter material and second port to the output chamber. A fragrant block is mounted to the base.

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Номер записи: 11
27-02-2014 дата публикации

System and method for conditioning a liquid such as water

Номер: US20140054211A1
Автор: Berthold Conradt
Принадлежит: BRITA GMBH

A system for conditioning a liquid such as water, includes a first holder of a medium for treating liquid, the medium in the first holder including an ion exchange material loaded with at least a first counter ion species, and a second holder of a medium for treating liquid, the medium in the second holder including an ion exchange material loaded with at least a second counter ion species of the same polarity as the first. The media in the first and second holders are configured to exchange at least one of the first and second counter ion species for ions in the liquid to a different extent. The system is arranged to lead a first fraction of the liquid to be treated through only the first of the first and second holders and a second fraction of the liquid to be treated through at least the second of the first and second holders.

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Номер записи: 12
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Filter-and-medication type shower arm

Номер: US20170000993A1
Автор: Jian-ke Huang, Wen-kun Lin, Yuan-shan Liang
Принадлежит: Xiamen Runner Industrial Corp

A filter-and-medication type shower arm includes a filter portion and a medication portion. The filter portion includes: a shower arm water input port, disposed at end of the filter portion; and a filter core, disposed in the filter portion, with its one end connected to the shower arm water input port. The medication portion is connected to the filter portion, so that they are in communication with each other, including: a shower arm water output port, disposed at end of the medication portion, and is provided with a shower head connector; a chamber, connected to other end of the filter core; and a medicine storage box, disposed slidably in the chamber of the medication portion, and containing a medicine bag inside, and it includes: a plurality of micro through holes, and a water outlet port.

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Номер записи: 13
05-01-2017 дата публикации

A DECALCIFYING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170001885A1
Автор: VERSCHUEREN ALWIN ROGIER MARTIJN
Принадлежит:

The present application relates to a decalcifying apparatus () for decalcifying an aqueous solution. The decalcifying apparatus () has an electrolytic cell section () configured to receive an aqueous solution. The electrolytic cell section has a first electrode arrangement () and a second electrode arrangement (), and an ion generating body (), such as a water-splitting membrane or an interposed electrolytic electrode. The ion generating body () is interposed in the electrolytic cell section in the second operating condition. The decalcifying apparatus () is configured to operate in a first operating condition for removing ions from aqueous solution, and a second operating condition for regenerating the ions into aqueous solution, the latter for example by reversing the potentials. The present invention also relates to a domestic appliance comprising the decalcifying apparatus and a method of decalcifying an aqueous solution employing the apparatus (). 1. A decalcifying apparatus for decalcifying an aqueous solution comprisingan electrolytic cell section configured to receive the aqueous solution,the electrolytic cell section comprising a first electrode arrangement and a second electrode arrangement, wherein the first electrode arrangement comprises a first electrosorption electrode and wherein the second electrode arrangement comprises a second electrosorption electrode;an ion generating body, wherein the ion generating body is not electrically connected,the decalcifying apparatus being configured to operate in a first operating condition for removing ions from the aqueous solution,and the decalcifying apparatus being configured to operate in a second operating condition for regenerating the ions into aqueous solution, wherein the ion generating body is interposed in the electrolytic cell section in the second operating condition.2. The decalcifying apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the ion generating body is configured to generate hydrogen cations and ...

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Номер записи: 14
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Flexible Inflatable Polyhedron-Shaped Water Tank

Номер: US20180002103A1
Автор: Alex Harel, Ohad ZECHARIA, Shalom GREEN
Принадлежит: EZ PACK WATER LTD

A flexible and inflatable tank for the supply of potable water that is made of a strong, rigid and flexible material and is designed to incorporate a thin, flexible inner bag that is made of materials that comply with standards for the storage of potable water. The tank is made of a rectangular sheet, a pair of walls, and one or more openings and is shaped in general like a closed, round, oblate cylinder with two side walls.

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Номер записи: 15
04-01-2018 дата публикации

PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR ENRICHING WATER WITH MAGNESIUM IONS

Номер: US20180002197A9
Автор: Bissen Monique, Johann Jürgen
Принадлежит: BWT Aktiengesellschaft

The invention relates to a process and a device for enriching water, in particular drinking water, with magnesium ions. In order to enable enrichment of water with magnesium ions in exchange for calcium ions and/or heavy metal ions during treatment of water, and in particular of drinking water, it is proposed according to the invention to pass the water through an ion exchanger which contains a weakly acidic ion exchange material, wherein at least a part of its ion exchange capacity is loaded with magnesium ions. 110-. (canceled)11. A device for enriching drinking water with magnesium ions , comprising an ion exchanger which contains a weakly acidic ion exchanger material , the ion exchanger material being loaded at least to a part of its ion exchanger capacity with magnesium ions and loaded in the range of 70 to 30% of its ion exchanger capacity with hydrogen ions.12. The device of claim 11 , wherein the ion exchanger material comprises a weakly acidic cationic exchanger resin.13. The device of claim 11 , wherein the ion exchanger material is loaded with magnesium ions in the range of 30 to 70% of its ion exchanger capacity.14. The device of claim 11 , wherein the ion exchanger comprises a bed made of weakly acidic ion exchanger material.15. The device of claim 11 , further comprising a filter arranged before or after the ion exchanger material in the direction of the flow of water through the ion exchanger.16. The device of claim 11 , wherein the ion exchanger comprises a part of a cartridge for use in a drinking water container.17. A cartridge for use in a water treatment system claim 11 , comprising:a cartridge housing which is insertable into a water treatment system;an ion exchanger material disposed in the cartridge housing, the ion exchanger material being loaded at least to a part of its ion exchanger capacity with magnesium ions and loaded in the range of 70 to 30% of its ion exchanger capacity with hydrogen ions.18. The cartridge of claim 17 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 16
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SANITARY WASHING DEVICE

Номер: US20180002912A1
Автор: Amemori Hiroaki, Murase Yoichi, Yaoka Toshinari
Принадлежит:

A sanitary washing device including: a nozzle discharging water toward a human body private part; a water guide part including a pipe line reaching from a water supply source to the nozzle, and guiding water supplied from the water supply source to the nozzle; a vacuum breaker provided on a path of the water guide part, and taking air into the pipe line when water does not flow in the water guide part; and an ultraviolet irradiation part provided between the vacuum breaker and the nozzle on the path of the water guide part, and including a flow channel flowing water and a light emitting part irradiating ultraviolet rays to the water flowing in the flow channel is provided. 1. A sanitary washing device comprising:a nozzle discharging water toward a human body private part;a water guide part including a pipe line reaching from a water supply source to the nozzle, and guiding water supplied from the water supply source to the nozzle;a vacuum breaker provided on a path of the water guide part, and taking air into the pipe line when water does not flow in the water guide part; andan ultraviolet irradiation part provided between the vacuum breaker and the nozzle on the path of the water guide part, and including a flow channel flowing water and a light emitting part irradiating ultraviolet rays to the water flowing in the flow channel.2. The sanitary washing device according to claim 1 , further comprising: a flow channel switching part provided on the path of the water guide part claim 1 ,the nozzle including a plurality of water discharge ports,the flow channel switching part switching a state of communicating with the pipe line and a state of not communicating with the pipe line with respect to each of the plurality of water discharge ports, andthe ultraviolet irradiation part being provided between the vacuum breaker and the flow channel switching part.3. The sanitary washing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe flow channel includes a main part, and a reflection ...

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Номер записи: 17
13-01-2022 дата публикации

WATER PURIFICATION CARTRIDGE

Номер: US20220009797A1
Автор: NAITO Norihiro, TANIGUCHI Shinji
Принадлежит: UNITIKA LTD.

A water purification cartridge includes a casing with a tubular shape that has an inflow portion for raw water to flow in and an outflow portion for purified water to flow out, and a filter member for filtering the raw water, the filter member being accommodating within the casing. The filter member is formed to have a cylindrical shape having a hollow portion, and has a first face and a second face at respective ends in an axial direction. The casing has a first cover portion, a second cover portion, and a side wall portion. The first cover portion covers the first face. The second cover covers the second face. The side wall portion covers an outer circumferential face of the filter member. In the first cover portion, a first contact portion is formed that annularly comes into contact with the first face and that press the filter member in the axial direction to elastically deform the filter member. In the second cover portion, a second contact portion is formed that annularly comes into contact with the second face and that press the filter member in the axial direction to elastically deform the filter member. 110-. (canceled)11. A water purification cartridge comprising:a casing with a tubular shape that has an inflow portion for raw water to flow in, and an outflow portion for purified water to flow out; anda filter member for filtering the raw water, the filter member being accommodated within the casing,wherein the filter member is elastic and formed to have a cylindrical shape having a hollow portion, and has a first face and a second face at respective ends in an axial direction,the casing includes:a first cover portion that covers the first face of the filter member;a second cover portion that covers the second face of the filter member; anda side wall portion that covers an outer circumferential face of the filter member,in the first cover portion, a first contact portion is formed that annularly comes into contact with the first face of the filter member ...

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Номер записи: 18
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Systems and devices for eliminating filter air locks

Номер: US20220017383A1
Автор: Robert Petner
Принадлежит: Zero Technologies LLC

The claimed invention relates to systems, devices, and methods of using the devices for eliminating air locks by using a filter cartridge with a truncated cone shaped lid that allows air to naturally flow to the highest point of the filter cartridge. The lid including a hole for releasing air that can slow or stop the filtration process. The filter cartridge further including a foam spacer to prevent filter media from escaping the filter cartridge and allow air to be released from the hole at the top of the filter cartridge.

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Номер записи: 19
08-01-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR TREATING WATER BY MEANS OF A REPLACEABLE FILTER CARTRIDGE

Номер: US20150008168A1
Автор: Moretto Maurizio
Принадлежит:

A device for treating water by means of a replaceable filter cartridge comprising a device () for determining and/or signalling a spent status of the filter cartridge that is removably housed in a housing seat (). The determining and/or signalling device () and the housing seat () are provided with respective magnetic elements (), the magnetic element () of the seat () being arranged from a part opposite the determining and/or signalling device () with respect to a wall () that defines the seat. 1. A device for treating water by means of a replaceable filter cartridge comprising a device for determining and/or signalling a spent state of the filter cartridge , said determination and/or signalling device being removably housed in a housing seat , wherein the determination and signalling device and the housing seat are provided with respective magnetic members , said members being subject to a force of magnetic attraction with respect to one another , the magnetic member of the seat being arranged at a part opposite to the determination and/or signalling device on the opposite side with respect to a wall which defines the seat and the distance between the magnetic members when the determination and/or signalling device are located within the seat being such as to generate a force of magnetic attraction sufficient to hold the determination and/or signalling device within the seat and such that said determination and/or signalling device is released from the seat when the device is subjected to a predetermined external force.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said determination and/or signalling device comprises an electronic circuit for determining and/or displaying a spent state of the filter cartridge claim 1 , said circuit being activated as a result of said iteration between the magnetic members.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the seat is provided at a removable cover which can be inserted at an inlet mouth of the device.4. The device ...

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Номер записи: 20
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Duo Liquid Dispersing Water Bottle for Pets or Persons

Номер: US20170007010A1
Автор: Dybvig Warren Wayne
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The invention is a single portable water bottle unit that delivers a convenient method of providing hydration to two separate parties. It consists of four main components; a lid, housing, a connector, and bowl. The components are connected to each other via threads and can be assembled and disassembled at anytime. The connector is responsible for controlling liquid flow via mechanical apparatus initiated through the compression of a button-trigger located on its side. When the button-trigger is compressed, liquid vacates through the bottom of the housing, through the connector, through a removable filter attached on the bottom of the connector, and finally into the bowl. The bowl enables a second party to consume the contents dispersed from the housing without having to consume from the same orifices as the first part, which fastens and unfastens to the bottom of the connector. 1. A bottle whereby several detachable components emerge into a single unit portable system which include;A lidHousing (fuselage)A connectorA bowl2. A combination of components from wherein the connector appends both the housing and bowl.3. From claim 2 , where the connector is responsible for both impedance and dispersal of liquid from the housing to bowl through mechanical apparatus located within connector shell.4. From claim 3 , combination of interacting components comprising the mechanics within the connector shell;A button-trigger with angular stemA drain-plug with angular stemA drain-plug stabilizer/housingFilterFilter cap5. The combination of components button-trigger and drain-plug possessing angled stems6. From claim 5 , the interaction of the button-trigger and drain plug claim 5 , whereby the angled stem of button-trigger applies a sideward force claim 5 , during button-trigger compression claim 5 , to the angled stem of the drain-plug causing a downward force on the drain-plug.7. From claim 6 , the downward force removes the drain-plug from its position within the connector ...

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Номер записи: 21
12-01-2017 дата публикации

FILTER ASSEMBLY FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170007946A1
Автор: Mitchell Alan Joseph, Nuss Bart Andrew
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A water filter assembly is provided including a body defining a body cavity, a spool slidably positioned in the body cavity, and a filter cartridge. Once the filter cartridge is inserted into the spool cavity and body cavity, the filter cartridge is configured to filter water from an inlet of the body. Additionally, the filter cartridge includes a nozzle for providing such filtered water to an outlet of the body. The nozzle includes an outlet directed back towards the filter medium such that the filter cartridge is pressed into the spool cavity and body cavity when water flows therethrough. 1. A water filter assembly defining an axial ceterline , the water filter assembly comprising:a body defining a body inlet for receiving unfiltered water, a body outlet, and a body cavity extending along the axial centerline between a first end and a second end;a spool defining a spool cavity, the spool slidably positioned in the body cavity along the axial centerline between a first position and a second position, the body inlet fluidly connected through the spool cavity to the body outlet when the spool is in the first position;a filter cartridge slidably received along the axial centerline at least partially in the body cavity into an inserted position and including a nozzle for providing filtered water to the body outlet, the nozzle including an outlet defining an acute angle with the axial centerline such that the filter cartridge is pressed towards the inserted position when water flows therethrough.2. The water filter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle includes a plurality of outlets claim 1 , each outlet defining an acute angle with the axial centerline.3. The water filter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the spool blocks a fluid connection between the body inlet and the body outlet when the spool is in the second position.4. The water filter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the filter cartridge holds the spool in the first position when the filter cartridge is in the ...

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Номер записи: 22
12-01-2017 дата публикации

WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE

Номер: US20170007949A1
Автор: MAYO Roy Gene
Принадлежит:

A filter cartridge and closure system is described comprising a filter cartridge for holding a filter pod that may be used, for example, to filter domestic water. In one embodiment, the filter cartridge and closure system enables the use of reusable filters in water pitchers, including reusable gravity-flow water filters. 1. A filter cartridge configured to contain a filter pod for use in a pitcher with an upper chamber for holding unfiltered liquid , a lower chamber for holding filtered liquid , and a receptacle for holding the filter cartridge and allowing liquid to pass from the upper chamber to the lower chamber , the filter cartridge comprising:a cup comprising a neck defining an orifice, a body connected to and extending longitudinally away from the neck which defines a void therewithin, an upper laterally extending finger and a lower laterally extending finger running substantially around the exterior of the body and forming a groove therebetween, and a first aperture running through the neck in a substantially lateral direction;a lid configured to removably attach to the neck, the lid comprising a sheet sized to substantially cover the orifice with at least one hole configured to permit fluid to enter the cartridge, a wall disposed around the perimeter of the sheet which extends longitudinally away from the sheet and defines a volume therewithin, and a second aperture running through the wall in a substantially lateral direction; andan O-ring disposed in the groove and surrounding at least a portion of the cup;wherein when the lid is removably attached to the neck, the first aperture is substantially vertically aligned with the second aperture such that fluid may flow laterally from outside the neck, through the first aperture, through the second aperture, and to the exterior surface of the sheet.2. The filter cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the interior surface of the neck comprises first threading claim 1 , the exterior of the wall comprises second ...

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Номер записи: 23
12-01-2017 дата публикации

ADAPTER FOR CONNECTING AT LEAST TWO PLASTIC BOTTLES

Номер: US20170008777A1
Автор: Kerschgens Daniel, Russwurm Heinz Georg
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to an adapter () for connecting at least two plastic bottles (A, B), preferably PET bottles, the screw connections () of which are screwable into corresponding threaded receptacles () of the adapter (). In order to produce a compact water purifying or water treatment system, a first flow path (D) is formed in the adapter (), which flow path establishes a flow connection for water vapour from a first threaded receptacle () to a second threaded receptacle (), wherein a plastic bottle (A) filled at least partly with waste water is insertable into the first threaded receptacle () and an empty plastic bottle (B) is insertable into the second threaded receptacle (), wherein a second flow path (K) for collecting and discharging condensed water out of the empty plastic bottle (B) is formed in the adapter (). 1. An adapter for connecting at least two plastic bottles , preferably PET bottles , the screw connections of which are screwable into corresponding threaded receptacles of the adapter , wherein a first flow path (W) is formed in the adapter , which flow path establishes a flow connection for water vapour from a first threaded receptacle to a second threaded receptacle , wherein a plastic bottle (A) filled at least partly with waste water is insertable into the first threaded receptacle and an empty plastic bottle (B) is insertable into the second threaded receptacle , and a second flow path (K) for collecting and discharging condensed water out of the empty plastic bottle (B) is formed in the adapter.2. The adapter according to claim 1 , wherein the adapter is formed in a substantially tubular manner and comprises respective threaded receptacles at opposite ends whose axes coincide.3. The adapter according to claim 2 , wherein the adapter comprises an annular shoulder in the interior claim 2 , on which rest the plastic bottles (A claim 2 , B) which are inserted into the adapter claim 2 , wherein a cylindrical collar is integrally formed on the ...

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Номер записи: 24
10-01-2019 дата публикации

TREATED WATER INDICATING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20190010061A1
Автор: MAYER Richard Arthur
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A treated water indicating system and method are described. The water indicating system includes a water treatment unit and a tap. The water treatment unit receives water. The tap includes an indicator light. The indicator light is configured to produce a visible indication of a state of the water treatment unit, in which the indicator light operates in a first mode to produce a visible indication that the water treatment unit is in a first state producing acidic water. Additionally, the indicator light operates in a second mode to produce a visible indication that the water treatment unit is in a second state producing ionized alkaline water. Furthermore, the indicator light operates in a third mode to produce a visible indication that the water treatment unit is in a third state producing ionized purified water. The tap is configured to be coupled to the water treatment unit. 1. A treated water indicating system , the system comprising:a water treatment unit configured to receive water;a tap including an indicator light, the indicator light is configured to produce a visible indication of a state of the water treatment unit; andwherein the tap being coupled to a countertop, coupled to the water treatment unit.2. The system of wherein the water treatment unit is a water ionizer.3. The system of wherein the water treatment unit includes a control panel configured to indicate the state of the water treatment unit;the control panel further configured to change the state of the water treatment unit; andthe control panel is further configured to receive a user input that changes an input state for the water treatment unit.4. The system of wherein the tap further includes a treated water spout.5. The system of wherein the tap further includes a waste water spout.6. The system of wherein the tap is electrically connected to the water treatment unit claim 1 , the electrical connection providing the tap with power and an information signal.7. The system of wherein the water ...

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Номер записи: 25
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Field Water Purification System Filter

Номер: US20150014247A1
Автор: Patricia M. Compas-Markman, Trygve J. Lundquist
Принадлежит: Cal Poly Corp

A field water purification system filter is described. The filter includes a water tight enclosure formed between two layers of a polymeric material, an inlet and an outlet are coupled to the water tight enclosure. A filter envelope including a quantity of filter media is inside the water tight enclosure. The water filter having a minimal thickness when not filled with water. The filter envelope is formed by a first set of bonded segments of the two layers of polymeric material. The filter can also include an outer channel having a first side formed by the water tight enclosure and a second side opposite from the first side. The second side can include a second set of bonded segments of the two layers of polymeric material interspersed with a set of nonbonded segments, the nonbonded segments defining openings in an intermittent barrier between the outer channel and the filter media.

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Номер записи: 26
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Water bottle coupled with filtration device

Номер: US20150014252A1
Автор: Jonatas Justus, SR.
Принадлежит: Individual

Water bottle coupled with a filtration cartridge including a plastic reservoir sufficiently flexible so that it can be gripped and squeezed, a drinking cap removably attached to the reservoir, a replaceable filtering element removably coupled with the drinking spout portion of the cap through which water inside the reservoir passes before being released through the spout. The removable filter includes and entry and an exit layer of felt and a layer of activated charcoal mixed with zeolite to reduce chlorine, trihalomethanes, organochlorines and heavy metals. The reservoir can fits into a magnetized base which can also be embedded in the body of the reservoir, and a cover to cover the cap and spout which dispenses purified water to the consumer.

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Номер записи: 27
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Aquarium undergravel filter

Номер: US20170013812A1
Автор: Bassam AlThumayri
Принадлежит: Individual

A surface filter for aquarium water purification is placed on the bottom of the aquarium that sucks the waste out of the tank to the canister filter. Small plastic pieces make and connect the main stream channels. Each plastic piece is composed of a couple of inverted pyramids that acts like a funnel. Water flows through the main channels sucked by an external filter. In the base of each inverted pyramid a small hole opens to the drainage channel, which has a hollow inverted V shape. Water, particles and fish waste are passed through the channels to the external filter. At the end of the assembly a cross channel collects the drained water. Collected water is transferred to the external filter outside the aquarium. A hose connects the external filter with the collector. Another hose is connected to the same filter to return the filtered water back to the aquarium.

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Номер записи: 28
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Water filter

Номер: US20180015394A1
Автор: Dennis M. Clements, Richard B. Muir
Принадлежит: Sagan Life LLC

A filtration system effective to filter bacteria, cysts, and viruses. The small scale filter includes a rigid or semi-rigid core having perforations formed therein, and surrounded by one or more layers of filter media formed into a pleat pack filter arrangement.

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Номер записи: 29
18-01-2018 дата публикации

ADDITIVES IN FILTER AS YOU POUR SYSTEM

Номер: US20180016158A1
Автор: da Conceicao Neta Edith Ramos, Lee Rpger V., Lyons David Lee, McDonald Jonathan D., Ochomogo Maria Garcia
Принадлежит:

On example of a fluid dispensing system includes an unfiltered water container body defining an internal storage volume configured to hold a volume of water, a fluid outlet arranged for fluid communication with the internal storage volume, and a filter element positioned in the internal storage volume. With this configuration, a water dispensing process can be performed in which a single continuous stream of unfiltered water from the unfiltered water container body can pass through the filter element and be dispensed from the unfiltered water container body as a stream of filtered water. A water soluble tablet with an additive is positioned in the internal storage volume downstream of the filter medium such that the filtered water can pass out of the filter element and into contact with the water soluble tablet before being dispensed from the fluid outlet. 1. A fluid dispensing system , comprising:an unfiltered water container body defining an internal storage volume configured to hold a volume of water;a fluid outlet arranged for fluid communication with the internal storage volume of the unfiltered water container body;a filter element positioned in the internal storage volume of the unfiltered water container body and configured and arranged such that a water dispensing process can be performed in which a single continuous stream of unfiltered water from the unfiltered water container body can pass through the filter element and be dispensed from the unfiltered water container body as a stream of filtered water; anda water soluble tablet that comprises one or more additives and is positioned in the internal storage volume downstream of the filter element such that the filtered water can pass out of the filter element and into contact with the water soluble tablet prior to being dispensed from the fluid outlet.2. The fluid dispensing system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the filter element is an element of a filter assembly that is positioned in the internal ...

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Номер записи: 30
17-01-2019 дата публикации

WATER DISINFECTION METHOD AND WATER TAPPING POINT ARRANGEMENT THEREFOR

Номер: US20190016610A1
Автор: Hoehne Bernd
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A method for disinfecting water by UV irradiation in water supply systems in buildings, ships or the like with a water tapping point connected flexibly to a hose (), in particular hand shower (′), and a water tapping point mount () for receiving () the water tapping point () when not in use, wherein the UV radiation takes place at the water tapping point (). The UV-irradiation is directed from the water tapping point mount () to the water tapping point () when the water tapping point () is deposited in the water tapping point mount (). Furthermore, the invention relates to a water tapping point. Means are provided for UV irradiation () of the water guided in the water tapping point (). The means for UV irradiation () are arranged in the water tapping point mount (), and a UV radiation transmissive window is provided in the water tapping point () opposite to the means for UV irradiation () when deposited () in the water tapping point mount (). 1122111. A method for the disinfection of water by means of UV irradiation in water supply systems in buildings , ships or the like having a water tapping point () flexibly connected to a hose , and a water tapping point mount () for receiving () the water tapping point () when not in use , where the UV radiation takes place at the water tapping point () , the method comprising:{'b': 3', '2, 'providing a means for UV-irradiation () in the water tapping point mount (),'}{'b': 1', '2, 'depositing the water tapping point () in the water tapping point mount (),'}{'b': 2', '1', '1', '2, 'directing UV-irradiation from the water tapping point mount () to the water tapping point () while the water tapping point () is received in the water tapping point mount ().'}211. The method according to claim 1 , wherein UV-irradiation directed onto the water tapping point () is coupled from the water tapping point () into the hose.32112. The method according to claim 1 , wherein after depositing () the water tapping point () in the water tapping ...

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Liquid Filtering Device And Filtering System Using The Same

Номер: US20210017042A1
Автор: Eun Hyun Park
Принадлежит: Share Light Co Ltd

Disclosed is a filter arrangement comprising: a first body, into which an inlet of the first container for containing liquid is inserted and coupled together in a sealing manner, the first body including an inlet, an outlet and a lower face formed on the outlet; a second body, into which an inlet of the second container is inserted and coupled together in a sealing manner, the second body including an inlet, an outlet and an upper face formed on the inlet; a passage fluidly connecting the inlet of the first body, the outlet of the first body, the inlet of the second body and the outlet of the second body; a filter provided on the lower face of the first body and the upper face of the second body; and a plurality of raised bumps provided between the filter and the upper face of the second body.

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Номер записи: 32
26-01-2017 дата публикации

HYDROGEN GENERATION UNIT

Номер: US20170022078A1
Автор: FUKUOKA Kazuhisa
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Provided is a hydrogen generation unit which can produce a hydrogen containing liquid more conveniently compared to a conventional hydrogen adding instrument. The hydrogen generation unit is configured such that a hydrogen generating agent which generates hydrogen by being impregnated with water, the water, and a non-flowout state maintaining unit which maintains the water in a non-flowout state where the water does not react with the hydrogen generating agent are accommodated in an accommodating body having a discharge unit for discharging a hydrogen gas, and the non-flowout state maintaining unit is configured to change the water in the non-flowout state into a flowout state where the water is reactable with the hydrogen generating agent by applying a predetermined amount of energy to the accommodating body from outside the accommodating body, whereby the water brought into the flowout state is made to react with the hydrogen generating agent by being triggered by application of the energy and hydrogen generated in the accommodating body is discharged through the discharge unit, and the hydrogen-containing liquid is produced without permeation of the liquid into the hydrogen generation unit. 1. A hydrogen generation unit for producing a hydrogen-containing liquid where the hydrogen generation unit is immersed in a liquid and hydrogen is made to be contained in the liquid , wherein the hydrogen generation unit is configured such that a hydrogen generating agent which generates hydrogen by being impregnated with water , the water , and a non-flowout state maintaining unit which maintains the water in a non-flowout state where the water does not react with the hydrogen generating agent are accommodated in an accommodating body having a discharge unit for discharging a hydrogen gas , andthe non-flowout state maintaining unit is configured to change the water in the non-flowout state into a flowout state where the water is reactable with the hydrogen generating agent ...

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Номер записи: 33
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Microorganism belonging to yarrowia genus, and oil decomposition agent and oil decomposition/removal method using same

Номер: US20150024470A1
Автор: Katsutoshi Hori, Masatake Fujioka
Принадлежит: Nagoya University NUC

The present invention addresses the problem of providing a new microorganism that is useful for efficiently decomposing oils and fats, and a use for said microorganism. According to screening results, a new Yarrowia lipolytica having a high capacity to assimilate free fatty acids was successfully obtained. Efficient decomposition of oils and fats is achieved by causing the Yarrowia lipolytica to act under conditions in which fatty acids that are hydrolysis products of oils or fats are present, or under conditions in which oils or fats are decomposed into fatty acids and glycerol.

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Номер записи: 34
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Water Filtration Device

Номер: US20180022620A1
Автор: Garg Achal
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Disclosed herein is a portable, single-chambered, hand-pressurized water filtration device employing a two-part filtration unit consisting of a ceramic filter and an activated charcoal filter through which pressurized water is forced, filtered and removed via a spigot in fluid communication with the filtration unit. 1. A water filtration device which comprises:an air-tight, single-chambered container having inner and outer surfaces, a top side, a bottom side, a continuously curving lateral side extending between said top side and said bottom side, and wherein said top side is a removable lid attached to the contiguous upper perimeter of said curving side;a lidded opening positioned within said lid serving as a port for the introduction of water to be filtered by said device and fitted with a strainer for the removal of any debris in said water;a spigot attached to the outer surface of said lateral side;a two-part filtration unit positioned on the inner surface of said lateral side, threadably attached to, and in fluid communication with, said spigot, said filtration unit having a ceramic filter and an activated charcoal filter; anda hand-activated pump attached to said removable lid to pressurize water within said device, forcing said water through said filtration unit and into said spigot by which said filtered water can be removed from said device.2. The water filtration device according to wherein said ceramic filter has a pore size of between 0.2 and 0.3 microns.3. The water filtration device according to wherein said activated charcoal filter is positioned between said ceramic filter and said spigot.4. The water filtration device according to wherein said lid of said lidded opening engages with said opening in a friction fit.5. The water filtration device according to wherein said lid of said lidded opening engages with said opening in a threaded fit.6. The water filtration device according to wherein said two-part filtration unit is threadably attached to a ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-02-2022 дата публикации

SOLAR POWERED SANITIZING WATER BOTTLE

Номер: US20220041470A1
Автор: Hu Sabrina
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A liquid purification system is disclosed, comprising a reservoir to store a liquid and a purifier including a plurality of LED's configured to emit ultraviolet light into the reservoir and the liquid therein. A solar cell is positioned on a top of the purifier to provide power to the plurality of LED's. The solar cell may also provide power to an electronic device via a cable extending from the purifier. 1. A liquid purification system , comprising:a reservoir to store a liquid;a purifier comprising a plurality of LED's configured to emit ultraviolet light into the reservoir and the liquid therein; anda solar cell positioned on a top of the purifier to provide power to a battery, the battery providing power to the plurality of LED's.2. The liquid purification system of claim 1 , wherein the purifier comprises a housing to contain a plurality of electrical components therein.3. The liquid purification system of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of electrical components includes a PCB.4. The liquid purification system of claim 3 , wherein the housing is comprised of a sidewall extending between the top and a bottom.5. The liquid purification system of claim 4 , further comprising a tapered portion extending between the sidewall and the bottom.6. The liquid purification system of claim 5 , wherein the tapered portion or the sidewall comprises at least one button.7. The liquid purification system of claim 6 , wherein the button provides a means for selecting operational functions of the LED's.8. The liquid purification system of claim 7 , wherein the operations functions include at least one of the following: an ON function claim 7 , and a timer function.9. The liquid purification system of claim 1 , further comprising a cable in electrical communication with the battery claim 1 , wherein the cable operates as a charger for an electronic device.10. A liquid purification system claim 1 , comprising:a reservoir to store a liquid;a purifier comprising a plurality of LED's ...

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Номер записи: 36
25-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER INLET PROTECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180023281A1
Автор: Coppola Corydon
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A water inlet protection system and apparatus for removing sediment and/or chemical from water or other fluids is provided. The system may include a filtration material that is configured to be water permeable and to collect sediment within the water. The system may be configured to be removably secured to various types of storm drains or water inlets. The system may include a frame configured to be removably attached to a storm grate. The frame may also include a plurality of tabs extending from the frame and be slidably adjustable. The system may also include an s-clip member or magnets for removably securing the filtration material to a storm drain or water inlet. Furthermore, the water inlet protection system may include one or more over-flow protection openings. The over-flow protection openings may include a raised member or barrier to regulate the water level where over-flow occurs. 1. A drain inlet protection system , said system comprising:a filtration material configured to be water permeable and to collect sediment; andone or more magnets configured to removably secure to the filtration material to a drain opening.2. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration material provides a water flow rate of 192 gpm/ftand a filtering efficiency of 91%.3. The drain inlet protection system of claim 2 , wherein the filtration material provides a water flow rate of 240 gpm/ft.4. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , further comprising an overflow opening.5. The drain inlet protection system of claim 4 , further comprising an overflow member proximate to the overflow opening claim 4 , said overflow member configured to create an elevated barrier to the overflow opening.6. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more handles.7. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , further comprising a sealing member proximate to an outer edge of the filtration material claim 1 , said sealing member made of a ...

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Номер записи: 37
25-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER INLET PROTECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180023282A1
Автор: Coppola Corydon
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A water inlet protection system and apparatus for removing sediment and/or chemical from water or other fluids is provided. The system may include a filtration material that is configured to be water permeable and to collect sediment within the water. The system may be configured to be removably secured to various types of storm drains or water inlets. The system may include a frame configured to be removably attached to a storm grate. The frame may also include a plurality of tabs extending from the frame and be slidably adjustable. The system may also include an s-clip member or magnets for removably securing the filtration material to a storm drain or water inlet. Furthermore, the water inlet protection system may include one or more over-flow protection openings. The over-flow protection openings may include a raised member or barrier to regulate the water level where over-flow occurs. 1. A drain inlet protection system , said system comprising:a filtration material configured to be water permeable and to collect sediment; anda plurality of s-clip members removably secured to the filtration material, each of the s-clip members configured to create a friction fit with an opening of the open throat water drain inlet and including a first curved section conforming to a curb edge at an open throat water drain inlet and a second section having a length sufficient to cover the inlet.2. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the plurality of s-clip members is positioned proximate to each edge of the opening of the open throat water drain inlet.3. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration material provides a water flow rate of 192 gpm/ftand a filtering efficiency of 91%.4. The drain inlet protection system of claim 2 , wherein the filtration material provides a water flow rate of 240 gpm/ft.5. The drain inlet protection system of claim 1 , further comprising an overflow opening.6. The drain inlet protection ...

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Номер записи: 38
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WATER FILTRATION

Номер: US20170028350A1
Автор: Pedersen Michael A., Spiegel Peter G.
Принадлежит: Aqua Tru, LLC

A water filtration systems may comprise an under the sink RO water filtration system that is plumed into a building's water supply. For example; the water filtration systems may include an RO device at least partially installed underneath a sink, with the tap water connection plumbed directly to the sink cold water supply line, and a waste water drain line connected directly to the sink drain, such as the p-trap. 1. A reverse osmosis water treatment system , comprising:a source of water;a water tank comprising a first inlet, a second inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet, wherein the first inlet of the water tank is in fluid communication with the source of water;a filter system comprising an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet, wherein the inlet of the filtration system is in fluid communication with the first outlet of the water tank, wherein the first outlet of the filter system is in fluid communication with the second inlet of the water tank, wherein the first outlet of the filter system supplies waste water to the water tank, and wherein the water tank comprises a mixture of water from the source of water and waste water from the filter system;a filtered water tank comprising an inlet and an outlet, wherein the inlet of the filtered water tank is in fluid communication with the second outlet of the filter system, wherein the second outlet of the filter system supplies filtered water to the filtered water tank, wherein the outlet of the filtered water tank is in fluid communication with a faucet; and wherein the outlet of the filtered water tank supplies the filtered water to the faucet;a first pump disposed in fluid communication between the water tank and the filter system; anda second pump disposed in fluid communication between the water tank and a drain, wherein the second outlet of the water tank is in fluid communication with the second pump, and wherein the second pump supplies a portion of the water from the water tank to the drain.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 39
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WATER FILTRATION

Номер: US20170028351A1
Автор: Pedersen Michael A., Spiegel Peter G.
Принадлежит: Aqua Tru, LLC

A water filtration systems may comprise an under the sink RO water filtration system that is plumed into a building's water supply. For example, the water filtration systems may include an RO device at least partially installed underneath a sink, with the tap water connection plumbed directly to the sink cold water supply line, and a waste water drain line connected directly to the sink drain, such as the p-trap. 1. A reverse osmosis water treatment system , comprising:a source of water;a first three-way valve comprising a first inlet, a second inlet, and an outlet, wherein the first inlet of the first three-way valve is in fluid communication with the source of water;a filter system comprising an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet, wherein the inlet of the filtration system is in fluid communication with the outlet of the first three-way valve, wherein the first outlet of the filter system is in fluid communication with the second inlet of the first three-way valve, wherein the first outlet of the filter system supplies waste water from the filter system to the first three-way valve, and wherein the first three-way valve mixes water from the source of water and waste water from the filter system;a filtered water tank comprising an inlet and an outlet, wherein the inlet of the filtered water tank is in fluid communication with the second outlet of the filter system, wherein the second outlet of the filter system supplies filtered water to the filtered water tank, wherein the outlet of the filtered water tank is in fluid communication with a faucet, and wherein the outlet of the filtered water tank supplies the filtered water to the faucet;a pump disposed in fluid communication between the first three-way valve and the filter system; anda second three-way valve disposed in fluid communication between the first three-way valve and the filter system and in fluid communication with a drain, wherein the second three-way valve diverts a first portion of water from ...

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Номер записи: 40
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Roll-up water bottle with closure/filter assembly

Номер: US20160031720A1
Автор: May Myron R.
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A roll-up water bottle comprises a hollow cylindrical opening adjacent one end thereof. The opening retains a removable closure/filter assembly. That assembly includes a filter retained within a bottle cap. The cap is positioned within a bottle opening support member retained within the hollow cylindrical opening. The filter housing is generally cylindrical but also includes an outer profile that includes a pair of opposed flat walls. When the filter is secured within the bottle cap and the cap secured within the bottle opening support member, a pair of water flow channels are created. Upon the user applying suction or pressure from squeezing the bottle, water contained with the bottle flows through vent openings in the filter, but also up through the water flow channels. The result is a more even distribution of fluid across a greater portion of the filter. 1. A bottle , comprising:a body forming a substantially sealed container having a hollow cylindrical opening adjacent one end thereof, and an opposed end forming a bottom;a removable closure/filter assembly received and supported in the hollow cylindrical opening, the removable closure/filter assembly comprising a bottle opening support member received in the hollow cylindrical opening in the body and having an inner cylindrical wall, a bottle cap, and a filter, the filter being removably-retained with the bottle cap, the filter having a generally cylindrical outer wall with a first flat surface along a portion thereof, the flat surface in association with an inner cylindrical wall of the bottle opening support member forming a first water flow channel when the closure/filter assembly is received and supported in the body.2. The bottle as described in wherein the generally cylindrical outer wall of the filter has a second flat surface opposed from the first flat surface to form a second water flow channel opposite the first water flow channel.3. The bottle as described in wherein the body comprises a pair of ...

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Номер записи: 41
30-01-2020 дата публикации

SMART WATER BOTTLE WITH ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION STERILIZATION

Номер: US20200029714A1
Автор: HAMBROCK Alexander, IVERSON Coleman, NGUYEN Ngoc
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The present disclosure is directed to smart, portable, reusable liquid containers, or container assemblies, with ultraviolet (UV) sterilization capability. An example container assembly includes a container defining a cavity to hold liquid. A cap coupled to the container prevents the liquid from spilling out of the cavity. A liquid level sensor and a processor track the amount of fluid within the container. When they detect liquid added to the container, they trigger one or more UV light sources for sterilizing the liquid. A cap sensor in or on the container assembly senses if the cap is on the container and prevents UV light source operation when the cap is off. The processor may communicate with a remote device, e.g., a smart phone or server, via an antenna. Indicators in or on the container assembly notify a user that UV sterilization is recommended, UV sterilization is in progress, etc. 1. A container assembly comprising:a container defining a cavity to hold a liquid;a liquid level sensor to perform a measurement of a level of the liquid;an ultraviolet (UV) light source, in optical communication with the cavity, to illuminate the liquid with UV light; anda processor, operably coupled to the liquid level sensor and the UV light source, to estimate a change in the level of the liquid based on the measurement of the level of the liquid by the liquid level sensor and to trigger illumination of the liquid by the UV light source based on the change in the level of the liquid.2. The container assembly of claim 1 , wherein the container is configured to prevent the UV light from escaping the cavity.3. The container assembly of claim 1 , wherein the container has an inner surface configured to reflect the UV light within the cavity.4. The container assembly of claim 1 , wherein the illumination of the liquid by the UV light source sterilizes the liquid.5. The container assembly of claim 1 , wherein liquid level sensor comprises at least one of a capacitive sensor claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 42
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus for Filtering Water

Номер: US20190031529A1
Автор: DeAngelo Regina, Keeley William Scott
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An apparatus for filtering water with a refillable, activated-charcoal receptacle or cartridge. 1. An apparatus for filtering water comprising:a frusto-conical hollow section providing a reservoir having an open top and an open bottom; andthe open bottom fixedly engaged with a cylindrical filter body; andthe cylindrical filter body having a cylindrical sidewall, a bottom surface and an open top; andsaid cylindrical filter body's open top in fluid communication with said reservoir and fixedly engaged with the open bottom of said frusto-conical section; andat least a portion of the sidewall and bottom of the cylindrical filter body being perforated; whereinactivated carbon placed in the cylindrical filter body provides a filter medium for filtering water that is poured into said frusto-conical reservoir and thus flows through said open bottom of said reservoir, into said open top of said cylindrical filter body and through the filter medium and out of said perforations in said cylindrical filter body sidewall and bottom.2. The apparatus of claim one , further comprising:a protrusion engaged with said cylindrical filter body;the side cross-section of the protrusion extending tangentially and arcuately downward and away from the cylindrical sidewall; andturning arcuately back toward the cylindrical sidewall; andmeeting the sidewall substantially perpendicularly; whereinthe protrusion fits within the spout of an hourglass shaped carafe, and when rotated away from the throat, the downward arcuate curve follows the contour of the hourglass shape while interfering with the throat of the hourglass shape such that the apparatus for filtering water remains seated in the carafe while tilting the carafe from a vertical position to a canted position at which the vessel is rotated by 90 degrees or more relative to the vertical position.3. The apparatus of claim one further comprising a lid , the lid comprising:a frusto-conical section, the wide end fixedly engaged with the handle ...

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Номер записи: 43
09-02-2017 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR GENERATING FUNCTIONAL WATER

Номер: US20170036927A1
Автор: CHUNG Yong Kyun
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Disclosed is an apparatus for generating functional water which allows a container to be connected to a water bottle with an opening part which is standardized and available in the market, thus reducing water filled in the water bottle into functional water which is formed of oxygen water, sterilized and deodorized water, hydrogen or ionized water. The apparatus includes a container which accommodates a functional water generating member, wherein the upper and lower sides are blocked by an upper plate and a lower plate; and a water bottle connection part which is formed in the center of the upper plate while communicating with the inside of the container and is configured to connect separable the opening part of the water bottle. 1. An apparatus for generating functional water , comprising:a container which is configured to accommodate a functional water generating means, wherein its upper and lower sides are blocked by an upper plate and a lower plate; anda water bottle connection part which is formed in the center of the upper plate while communicating with the inside of the container, wherein the water bottle connection part connects separable an opening part of the water bottle,wherein the water bottle connection part includes:a first connection pipe which stands vertical protruding downward in the center of the upper plate and is formed of a first tap part formed at a circumference in the inside thereof, wherein a threaded part formed on an outer circumferential surface of the opening part of the water bottle is engaged to the first tap part; anda second connection pipe which is engaged separable to the first tap part, wherein a threaded part formed on an outer circumferential surface of the opening part of the water bottle is engaged to the second connection pipe,wherein the second connection pipe includes:a size contracted pipe part which is formed at a lower portion thereof and has a connection screw part formed at an outer circumferential surface thereof ...

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Номер записи: 44
24-02-2022 дата публикации

PORTABLE WATER BOTTLE WITH FILTER AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL MODULE

Номер: US20220055917A1
Автор: HSIAO Yuan Chen
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A portable water bottle has a bottle body, a lid assembly detachably connected to an upper end of the bottle body, a filter mounted in the lid assembly, a base detachably connected to a lower end of the bottle body, a temperature control module mounted in the base, and a power module mounted in the base. Liquid stored in the bottle body can be filtered by the filter when being poured out of the bottle body, so as to allow a user can drink the liquid directly and immediately. Moreover, the temperature control module is capable of heating or cooling down the liquid in the bottle body, so as to provide the user with the liquid having the temperature that is suitable for ambient it temperature or physical conditions of the user. 1. A portable water bottle comprising:a bottle body;a lid assembly detachably connected to and covering an upper end of the bottle body;a filter mounted in the lid assembly;a base detachably connected to and covering a lower end of the bottle body;a temperature control module mounted in the base; anda power module mounted in the base and electrically connected to the temperature control module.2. The portable water bottle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a partition having multiple inlet holes separately formed through the partition;', 'an upper annular sidewall formed on and protruding from an upper surface of the partition; and', 'a lower annular sidewall formed on and protruding from a lower surface of the partition and detachably connected to the upper end of the bottle body, wherein the inlet holes of the partition are surrounded by the upper annular sidewall and the lower annular sidewall;, 'a main lid detachably connected to the upper end of the bottle body, and having'}, 'the lid assembly includes'} 'an outlet hole cover detachably connected to the upper lid and selectively covering the outlet hole of the upper lid; and', 'an upper lid detachably connected to the upper annular sidewall of the main lid and having an outlet hole formed ...

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Номер записи: 45
24-02-2022 дата публикации

WATER PURIFIER

Номер: US20220055925A1
Автор: HÜTHER Fabio
Принадлежит: Fabio and Markus Turbine Engineering GmbH

The water purifier includes a nozzle () in a jacket pipe (). At least one inlet bore () connects an inlet-side section of the jacket pipe () to a turbulence chamber (), which is open towards an outlet-side section of the jacket pipe (). When flowing through the inlet bore (), a water stream is deflected and is swirled in the turbulence chamber (). The rotating water stream subsequently passes through the magnetic field of at least one magnet (). This efficiently prevents deposits of limestone or scale. 1. A water purifier , comprising:{'b': 1', '3', '5, 'a jacket pipe () comprising an inlet opening () and an outlet opening (),'}{'b': 9', '1, 'a nozzle () arranged in the jacket pipe (),'}{'b': '11', 'a magnet assembly comprising at least one magnet () arranged at the jacket pipe,'}{'b': 9', '13', '19', '15, 'the nozzle () comprises a nozzle pipe (), which limits a turbulence chamber () that includes an outlet-side mouth opening (),'}{'b': 13', '17, 'an inlet-side end of the nozzle pipe () is closed by an inflow cap (), and'}{'b': 13', '21', '1', '19', '1, 'a wall of the nozzle pipe () comprises at least one inlet bore (), which connects an inlet-side section of the jacket pipe () to the turbulence chamber (), which is open towards an outlet-side section of the jacket pipe ().'}2211513. The water purifier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a flow cross section of the at least one inlet bore () is smaller than a flow cross section of the outlet-side mouth opening () of the nozzle pipe ().331315. The water purifier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an inner diameter (D) of the nozzle pipe () expands towards the mouth opening () in a funnel-shaped manner.42119. The water purifier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one inlet bore () leads tangentially into the turbulence chamber ().52111. The water purifier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inlet bore () is arranged inclined to an axis (A) of the jacket pipe () at an angle of inclination a of 60° to 90°.62113. The ...

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Номер записи: 46
18-02-2021 дата публикации

REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER PRODUCTION APPARATUS

Номер: US20210046422A1
Автор: DEHLSEN James George Purnell
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A reverse osmosis water production apparatus for use in a body of water includes a first section defining a buoyancy chamber and an elongate second section connected to the first section and configured to define an elongate chamber which extends downward beneath a waterline in use. The elongate chamber is provided with a plurality of elongate reverse osmosis membrane tubes, each tube containing a reverse osmosis membrane. A longitudinal axis of each reverse osmosis membrane tube is substantially parallel with a longitudinal axis of the elongate chamber and the reverse osmosis membrane tubes are arranged around a passage. 124.-. (canceled)25. A desalination method comprising the steps of:floating, on a body of water, an apparatus comprising a section that extends downward beneath a waterline of the body of water, the section housing a plurality of reverse osmosis (RO) membrane tubes oriented vertically;intaking a volume of the body of water, under hydrostatic pressure, into the plurality of RO membrane tubes;generating fresh water from the plurality of RO membrane tubes; andventing the fresh water to atmospheric pressure.26. The desalination method of claim 25 , wherein the step of intaking comprises the step of pumping the volume of the body of water into the plurality of RO membrane tubes.27. The desalination method of claim 26 , further comprising the step of generating power from a renewable energy source claim 26 , wherein the step of pumping is powered claim 26 , at least in part claim 26 , by the step of generating power from a renewable energy source.28. The desalination method of claim 27 , wherein the renewable energy source is wind energy claim 27 , current energy claim 27 , or wave energy.29. The desalination method of claim 25 , further comprising the step of pumping the fresh water for delivery to a shore of the body of water.30. The desalination method of claim 25 , further comprising the steps of:stopping, at one of the plurality of RO membrane tubes, ...

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Номер записи: 47
18-02-2021 дата публикации

A beverage filtration device

Номер: US20210047093A1
Автор: David L. Meadows, Derek B. Meadows
Принадлежит: Purewine Inc

Beverage filtration device including a lid body having an internal housing configured to hold an ion exchange resin-filed cartridge therein having a connection end and a top end having an opening therein, and, stem body having a cap region, collar, beverage conduit and stem air tube. The cap region couples to the connection end of the lid body to form a liquid-tight seal there-between. A collar wall first portion fits inside a beverage mouth container and a second portion located outside of the mouth. The beverage conduit spans the collar, a first conduit opening open to the coupling between the cap region the connection end and a second conduit open to a container interior. The stem body air tube extends through the collar, a proximal opening of the stem body air tube opens to an air vent hole located in the second portion of the collar wall, and, a distil opening of the stem body air tube opens to the container interior.

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Номер записи: 48
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Device and method for purifying drinking water

Номер: US20210047207A1
Автор: FINK Mark, HASCHKA Lorenz, Johann Jürgen, KUES Werner, Schwaiger Mathias
Принадлежит: BWT AG

In order to improve the lifespan of the semi-permeable membrane or the yield of the reverse osmosis system in the treatment of drinking water by means of reverse osmosis, the invention provides a device for treating drinking water with at least one reverse osmosis vessel which is divided into at least two chambers by at least one semi-permeable membrane, wherein a first chamber has an inlet for the water to be treated and an outlet for the concentrate, and the second chamber has an outlet for the treated water, wherein the device comprises at least one pressure vessel which is connected to the outlet for the treated water via a line, wherein the device is designed in such a way that, in an idle state, treated water flows out of the pressure vessel, through the semi-permeable membrane and into the first chamber. 121.-. (canceled)22. A method for purifying drinking water , comprising:{'b': '11', 'conveying, during an extraction operation mode, drinking water to be purified through a semipermeable membrane () in reverse osmosis operation and separating the drinking water into permeate and concentrate;'}{'b': 4', '4, 'allowing, during an extraction stop, the permeate to flow into a pressure tank (), whereby a supply of permeate accumulates and is pressurized in the pressure tank (); and'}{'b': '11', 'backflushing, during an idle operation state, permeate accumulated in the pressure tank through the membrane () due to an overpressure and thereby displacing the concentrate on a concentrate side of the membrane and removing deposits that may be present on the concentrate side of the membrane.'}23. The method for purifying drinking water as claimed in claim 22 ,{'b': 11', '11, 'wherein a pressure difference across the semipermeable membrane () for conveying the permeate through the semipermeable membrane () is in a range between 0.05 bar and 1 bar.'}24. The method for purifying drinking water as claimed in claim 22 ,{'b': '11', 'wherein, on the concentrate side of the ...

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Номер записи: 49
18-02-2021 дата публикации

LIQUID PURIFIER

Номер: US20210047212A1
Автор: CAMPOS CASTILLO Jose Ramón
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a portable liquid purifier for purifying liquid contained in the purifier using an ozone flow that passes through the liquid. The invention comprises a container, an ozone generator built into the base of the container, a blower extending from the ozone generator and provided with blow holes in the lower part of the container, and a standalone power source that does not have to be connected to the network during the operation of the purifier in order to power the ozone generator and the blower. The invention can be used to purify drinks in any location, while camping, hiking, travelling in exotic countries, etc., owing to the bactericidal, viricidal, and fungicidal properties of the ozone, as well as offering the unexpected or additional advantage of performing disinfection in the same container into which the ozone generator is built. 1. A purifier of liquids comprising:a container,an ozone generator integrated in base of the container,a blower arranged next to the ozone generator comprising blower outlets in lower part of said container, anda stand-alone power supply for the ozone generator and the blower.2. The purifier of liquids of claim 1 , wherein the width of the container is less than its height.3. The purifier of liquids claim 1 , wherein the blower outlets or ducts that feed said outlets comprise non-return valves.4. The purifier of liquids of claim 1 , wherein the autonomous power supply further comprises a portable direct current battery claim 1 , an oscillator and a voltage booster.5. The purifier of liquids claim 1 , wherein the ozone generator further comprises a corona effect generator.6. The purifier of liquids claim 1 , wherein the blower comprises a turbine coupled to a motor fed by the autonomous power supply to force an air flow through the ozone generator to the blow outings.7. The purifier of liquids claim 1 , further comprising a timer.8. The purifier of liquids claim 1 , wherein the container further ...

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Номер записи: 50
18-02-2021 дата публикации

FAUCET CONFIGURED TO DISCHARGE OZONE WATER

Номер: US20210047213A1
Автор: CHEN Wenxlng, HONG Chunjie, MU Weihai, Zhu Canhui
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A faucet configured to discharge ozone water comprises a faucet body, a water mixing valve mechanism, a water processor, a control switch, a processor, a control valve, and a detector configured to detect whether water is flowing through the detector. The faucet body comprises a faucet outlet, and the water mixing valve mechanism comprises a cold water inlet connected to a cold water resource, a hot water inlet connected to a hot water resource, and a mixed water outlet. The water processor comprises a water processing passage and an ozone generator connected to the water processing passage. The control valve is disposed between the cold water resource and an inlet of the water processing passage, and an outlet of the water processing passage is connected to the faucet outlet. The detector is disposed between the mixed water outlet of the water mixing valve mechanism and the inlet of the water processing passage, and the processor is electrically connected to the control switch, the ozone generator, the detector, and the control valve to close the control valve and the ozone generator when the detector detects the water flowing through the detector. 1. A faucet configured to discharge ozone water , comprisinga faucet body,a water mixing valve mechanism,a water processor,a control switch,a processor,a control valve, and the water mixing valve mechanism comprises a cold water inlet connected to a cold water resource, a hot water inlet connected to a hot water resource and a mixed water outlet,', 'the water processor comprises a water processing passage and an ozone generator connected to the water processing passage,', 'the control switch is electrically connected to the processor,', 'the processor is electrically connected to the ozone generator,', 'the control valve is disposed between the cold water resource and an inlet of the water processing passage,', 'an outlet of the water processing passage is connected to the faucet outlet,', 'the detector is disposed ...

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Номер записи: 51
18-02-2021 дата публикации

WATER PROVISION APPARATUSES AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20210047221A1
Автор: Kirkendall Richard Todd
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Apparatuses and methods of treating, storing, and delivering water such that the water may be suitable for washing, rinsing, etc., without forming water spots on a surface or finish. The disclosed systems and methods may treat and store water by a combination of filtration, reverse osmosis, and/or ion exchange. 1. A vehicle wash water provision apparatus , comprising:a container configured to store treated water for use in washing vehicles, the container configured to seal the treated water from contaminants in ambient air, the container comprising a water inlet configured to receive untreated water and a water outlet configured to deliver the treated water;a particulate filter within the container, the particulate filter configured to receive the untreated water from the water inlet, the particulate filter configured to remove particles from the untreated water to provide filtered water;a reverse osmosis (RO) filter within the container, the RO filter configured to receive the filtered water from the particulate filter, the RO filter configured to remove dissolved impurities from the filtered water and deliver purified water; andan ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge within the container, the ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge configured to remove minerals from the purified water and provide the treated water, wherein the ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge allows silicon to pass through the ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge.2. The vehicle wash water provision apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the treated water comprises silicon and the silicon reacts with oxygen in the storage container to form silicon dioxide in the treated water.3. The vehicle wash water provision apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a flow rate of the treated water out of the ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge is between 0.2 and 1.5 gallons per minute.4. The vehicle wash water provision apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a stream of the treated water out of the ion exchange (IX) resin cartridge is less than 3.77 ...

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Номер записи: 52
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Liquid containers having filters and related methods

Номер: US20180044201A1
Автор: Brendan Crawford, Joel Nevin, Nicholas Varjabedian, Paul Metaxatos, Steffen Koury
Принадлежит: Aquasana Inc

Some of the present containers include a bottle defining a mouth in fluid communication with an interior volume, a cap configured to at least partially cover the mouth and defining an outlet in fluid communication with the interior volume, and a filter assembly configured to filter liquid communicated between the interior volume and the outlet, the filter assembly having a first end, a second end, and a housing extending between the first and second ends to define an interior passageway configured to contain a filter having an upper end cap defining an opening, a lower end cap, and a filter media extending between the upper and lower end caps. In some containers, the filter assembly is configured to be coupled to the cap with the opening in fluid communication with the outlet. Some containers include a straw configured to be coupled in fluid communication between the outlet and the opening.

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Номер записи: 53
08-05-2014 дата публикации

Pitchers, pitcher and filter base combinations, dispensers, dispenser and filter base combinations, and filter bases

Номер: US20140124429A1
Автор: Arthur Kwun, David Rinaldis, Graham Faulknor, Henry Sim, Josh Druker, Kevin Simmons, Mark McNally, Martin Leugers, Stephen Senatore
Принадлежит: Individual

Filtration systems, such as those having a pitcher that includes a lid, a base configured to be coupled to the lid such that the base and the lid cooperate to define a container configured to hold fluid, and a divider separating the container into two compartments that are alongside but not over/under each other and a filter base configured to be coupled to the pitcher.

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Номер записи: 54
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Tail water decentralized treatment and drainage system of sewage treatment plant

Номер: US20190047888A1
Автор: Jun Li, SHENG Sheng, Shuxin WU, YI Jin, Yunling DU
Принадлежит: PowerChina Huadong Engineering Corp Ltd

The present invention provides a tail water decentralized treatment and drainage system of sewage treatment plant, comprising a riparian vegetation buffer zone, a subsurface flow constructed wetland and a riverside protection pile, the riparian vegetation buffer zone comprises an excavation protection slope and an ecological bag paved on the excavation protection slope. The subsurface flow constructed wetland is disposed on the river protection slope along the river flow direction, the subsurface flow constructed wetland is provided with a treatment system, a water drainage system and a plurality of outlet pipes disposed along the river flow direction. The present invention is novel in idea and reasonable in design. By constructing a subsurface flow constructed wetland on the slope of the river bank after repositioning, the vegetation buffer zone and the subsurface flow constructed wetland are skillfully combined, and the tail water of sewage treatment plants is purified and treated through the subsurface flow constructed wetland. It is particularly suitable for changing the condition of single drainage outlet for the sewage treatment plant constructed near the river, with strong practicability.

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Номер записи: 55
23-02-2017 дата публикации

PROPORTION-INTEGRATION-DERIVATION (PID) KETTLE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20170049258A1
Автор: Wang Yun-Chuan, Xie Tian-ming, Yang Shao-Wei
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A proportion-integration-derivation (PID) kettle structure includes: a kettle upper cover; a water filling cap, embedded into kettle upper cover; and a PID element, fixed onto inner side of water filling cap, to indicate usage time of a filter core in a kettle. The PID element includes: a guiding axis, disposed at an end inside the water filling cap; a pushing rack, sleeved around the guiding axis; a reset spring, disposed between pushing rack and guiding axis; an arc-shape rack pushing boss, disposed symmetrically on both sides of the pushing rack, used to push the pushing rack to move, when water filling cap is opened or closed; a driving gear, disposed at front end of the pushing rack, to act in cooperation with the pushing rack; and a driven gear, disposed below the driving gear, and connected to rotate along with the driving gear. 1. A proportion-integration-derivation (PID) kettle structure , comprising:a kettle upper cover;a water filling cap, embedded into kettle upper cover; anda PID element, fixed onto the inner side of the water filling cap, to indicate usage time of a filter core in a kettle.2. The proportion-integration-derivation (PID) kettle structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an end of the water filling cap is hinged onto the kettle upper cover.3. The proportion-integration-derivation (PID) kettle structure as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising: a shell claim 1 , covering and surrounding the PID element.4. The proportion-integration-derivation (PID) kettle structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the PID element includes:a guiding axis, disposed at an end inside the water filling cap;a pushing rack, sleeved around the guiding axis;a reset spring, disposed between the pushing rack and the guiding axis;an arc-shape rack pushing boss, disposed symmetrically on both sides of the pushing rack, used to push the pushing rack to move, when the water filling cap is opened or closed;a driving gear, disposed at front end of the pushing rack, to act ...

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Номер записи: 56
23-02-2017 дата публикации

WATER PURIFICATION FILTER AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20170050127A1
Автор: Dani Nikhil P., Diaz Andrea, Lyons David, McDonald Jonathan
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In one example, a filter cartridge includes a housing having a fluid entry port and a fluid exit port, and the housing has a chamber in fluid communication with the fluid entry port and the fluid exit port. A first medium is disposed within the chamber and includes a material that serves to change the pH of a fluid passing through the first medium. A filtration medium is disposed in the chamber downstream of the first medium and arranged to receive effluent of the first medium. The filtration medium includes a material configured to remove a metal from a fluid passing through the filtration medium. 1. A filter cartridge comprising:a housing having a fluid entry port and a fluid exit port, and the housing further including a chamber in fluid communication with the fluid entry port and the fluid exit port;a first medium disposed within the chamber, the first medium comprising a material that serves to change the pH of a fluid passing through the first medium; anda filtration medium disposed in the chamber downstream of the first medium and arranged to receive effluent of the first medium, the filtration medium comprising a material that serves to remove a metal from a fluid passing through the filtration medium.2. The filter cartridge as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first medium comprises a material that lowers the pH of a fluid passing through the first medium.3. The filter cartridge as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first medium and the filtration medium are arranged in respective layers within the chamber.4. The filter cartridge as recited in claim 1 , wherein the filtration medium is relatively more effective in removing the metal from the fluid than if the pH of the fluid were unchanged by the first medium.5. The filter cartridge as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first medium comprises a non-woven material.6. The filter cartridge as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first medium comprises granular activated carbon (GAC).7. The filter cartridge as recited ...

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Номер записи: 57
13-02-2020 дата публикации

SMART WATER SYSTEM

Номер: US20200048109A1
Автор: Schuster Michael J.
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Various examples are provided for smart water systems. In one example, a method for providing water through a faucet includes detecting a voice request from a user; providing an indication of the voice request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; and activating the electrically operated valve to provide water through the faucet. In another example, a method includes detecting a request for water from a user; providing an indication of the request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; and activating the electrically operated valve to provide a specified amount of water through the faucet. 1. A method for providing water through a faucet , comprising:detecting, by a sensor, a voice request from a user;providing, by the sensor, an indication of the voice request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; andactivating, in response to the indication, the electrically operated valve to provide water through the faucet.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is activated based upon a user defined preference.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the user defined preference is an amount of water provided through the faucet.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the amount of water is based upon a container indicated by the user.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is deactivated to stop provision of the water through the faucet.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the electrically operated valve is deactivated in response to a signal from a flow sensor.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is filtered water.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein activation of the electrically operated valve initiates flow of the filtered water through the faucet.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is a solenoid valve.10. The ...

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Номер записи: 58
14-02-2019 дата публикации

UV Tube for Killing Microorganisms and Air Conditioning System Comprising the Tube

Номер: US20190049129A1
Автор: Jason An-Cheng Huang, Tzu-Chi Cheng
Принадлежит: Sentec E&E Co Ltd

A UV tube for killing microorganisms in a fluid generally includes a hollow tubular body, a UV isolation layer, and at least one UV light source. The hollow tubular body has an inlet port, an outlet port, and a fluid channel portion between the inlet port and the outlet port. The fluid channel portion has an inner surface. The UV isolation layer is disposed at the inner surface of the hollow tubular body for sheltering the inner surface of the hollow tubular body. The fluid is allowed to flow through the UV isolation layer. The UV light source is provided at the hollow tubular body and/or the UV isolation layer. The UV isolation layer can absorb and/or reflect the ultraviolet light emitting from the UV light source, so that the possibility of the fluid channel portion being irradiated by the UV light can be reduced.

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Номер записи: 59
22-02-2018 дата публикации

PORTABLE, DUAL-ORIFICE FILTERED WATER DISPENSER

Номер: US20180050925A1
Автор: Gregory Dylan
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A portable water-filtering and storage dispenser is provided with twin orifices at top and bottom, the top orifice for dispensing water to a user for consumption, the bottom orifice for receiving water for filtration and storage. Water received via the bottom orifice is filtered by a dome filter and keyway insert. Both orifices are sealable with detachable caps for threadably mating with the body of the dispenser. 1. A portable water dispenser , the water dispenser comprising:a transparent cylindrical bottle member defining two open ends having a threaded top, a threaded bottom, and a first diameter, the cylindrical bottle member narrowing at the threaded top and the threaded bottom;wherein the cylindrical bottle member narrows to a second diameter less than the first diameter at the threaded bottom;wherein the cylindrical bottle member narrows to a third diameter less than both the first diameter and the second diameter at the threaded top;a top cap for engaging the threaded top and for closing one of the two open ends;a dome-shaped water filter;a cylindrical keyway insert;a water bottle gasket; anda bottom cap for engaging the threaded bottom, the bottom cap defining a hollow recess for cupping the dome-shaped water filter, the keyway insert, and the water bottle gasket;wherein the threaded-bottom is detachable for introduction of unfiltered water to the water dispenser;wherein each of the dome-shaped water filter, the keyway insert and the water bottle gasket are disposed between the threaded bottom and the bottom cap.2. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the dome-shaped filter defines a plurality of apertures for filtering water.3. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the keyway insert defines a plurality of apertures for filtering water.4. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the top cap defines a hollow recess for receiving the threaded top.5. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the dome-shaped filter defines an open base end circumscribed ...

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Номер записи: 60
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Multi-stage filter assembly

Номер: US20180050926A1
Автор: John Ruprecht
Принадлежит: Rapid Pure Inc

In one aspect, a modular filter assembly for filtering fluid that flows in a flow direction therethrough is disclosed. The assembly includes a first housing section having a first filter element; a second housing section having a second filter element; and a connector disposed between the first and second housing sections. A housing includes the first housing section, the connector, and the second housing section. The flow direction is through the first and second filter elements in series.

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Номер записи: 61
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Ultraviolet Irradiation of a Flowing Fluid

Номер: US20220073377A1
Автор: Alexander Dobrinsky, Maxim S. Shatalov
Принадлежит: Sensor Electronic Technology Inc

A solution for irradiating a flowing fluid through a channel with ultraviolet radiation is provided. Ultraviolet radiation sources can be located within the channel in order to direct ultraviolet radiation towards the flowing fluid and/or the interior of the channel. A valve can be located adjacent to the channel to control the flow rate of the fluid. A control system can control and adjust the ultraviolet radiation based on the flow rate of the fluid and a user input component can receive a user input for the control system to adjust the ultraviolet radiation. The ultraviolet radiation sources, the control system, the user input component, and any other components that require electricity can receive power from a rechargeable power supply. An electrical generator located within the channel can convert energy from the fluid flowing through the channel into electricity for charging the rechargeable power supply.

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Номер записи: 62
10-03-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR SANITIZING WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM

Номер: US20220073388A1
Автор: Akasam Sivaprasad, Deivasigamani Sridhar
Принадлежит:

A method for controlling ozonation in a water supply system including an ozonator, a controller functionally connected to the ozonator, a flow meter configured for detecting a flowrate through the water supply system, a valve configured for turning on or off of the water supply system, the method including using the controller for; determining at least one event from flowrate data of the flow meter over a time period of a plurality of days, the at least one event including a time span of a day in which the flowrate remains below or at a threshold value over the time span of a day within each day of the plurality of days; determining overlaps of the at least one event of all days within the time period; determining a frequency of the overlaps of the at least one event over the time period and determining a requirement for ozone. 1. A method for controlling ozonation in a water supply system comprising an ozonator , a controller functionally connected to the ozonator , a flow meter configured for detecting a flowrate through the water supply system , a valve configured for turning on or off of the water supply system , said method comprising using the controller for:(a) determining at least one event from flowrate data of the flow meter over a time period of a plurality of days, said event comprising a time span of a day in which the flowrate remains below or at a threshold value over said time span of a day within each day of said plurality of days;(b) determining overlaps of said each event to another one of said each event of all days within said time period; and(c) determining a frequency of the overlaps of said each event over said time period; and(d) determining a requirement for ozone,wherein if the frequency exceeds a frequency threshold and said requirement for ozone exists, a counteraction pair including a first action and a second action in opposition to the first action is executed during a time span corresponding to said each event, wherein said first ...

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Номер записи: 63
02-03-2017 дата публикации

FLAVOR INFUSING WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170055758A1
Автор: Mason John D., Roth Donna, Roth Henry
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A filtration system for a container includes a basket that holds a filter assembly and a flavor infuser, where the basket is suspended over at least a portion of an opening of the container. The filtration system may further include the filter assembly. The filter assembly may further include a filter assembly bottom and a filter assembly top. 1. A filtration system for a container , comprising:a basket configured to hold a filter assembly and a flavor infuser, wherein the basket is configured to suspend over at least a portion of an opening of the container.2. The filtration system of claim 1 , further including the filter assembly.3. The filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the filter assembly includes a filter assembly bottom and a filter assembly top.4. The filtration system of claim 3 , wherein at least one of the filter assembly bottom and the filter assembly top is formed from the basket.5. The filtration system of claim 3 , wherein the filter assembly bottom and the filter assembly top are welded together.6. The filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the filter assembly includes a carbon filter.7. The filtration system of claim 1 , further including the flavor infuser.8. The filtration system of claim 7 , wherein the flavor infuser includes an elongated chamber including a plurality of apertures claim 7 , the elongated chamber configured to hang into an internal cavity of the container below the basket.9. The filtration system of claim 7 , wherein the flavor infuser is removable from the basket.10. The filtration system of claim 7 , wherein the flavor infuser is formed from the basket.11. The filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the container is a pitcher.12. A container claim 1 , comprising:a basket configured to hold a filter assembly and a flavor infuser, wherein the basket is suspended over at least a portion of an opening of the container.13. The container of claim 12 , further including the filter assembly.14. The container of claim 13 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 64
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Water Pitcher Having a Filter

Номер: US20150060495A1
Автор: Steinway Steven
Принадлежит: LINCOLN-REMI GROUP, LLC

A water pitcher having a filter includes, among other things, a body having an open end and a closed end. A filter compartment having a bottom is positioned adjacent to the open end. A water filter extends upwardly from the bottom. A water reservoir is positioned in the body between the bottom and the closed end. The water reservoir is in fluid communication with the filter compartment through the water filter. 1. A water pitcher comprising a body having an open end and a closed end , a filter compartment having a bottom positioned adjacent to the open end , a water filter extending upwardly from the bottom , a water reservoir positioned in the body between the bottom and the closed end , the water reservoir being in fluid communication with the filter compartment through the water filter.2. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the body has a lid positioned adjacent to the open end.3. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the body has a based positioned adjacent to the closed end.4. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the filter compartment has an opening in the bottom.5. The water pitcher of claim 4 , wherein the water filter has a conduit extending through the opening into the fluid reservoir.6. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the filter compartment has a filter recess.7. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the water pitcher has an attachment device for attaching the water filter to the filter compartment.8. The water pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the water pitcher has a seal positioned between the water filter and the bottom. The invention relates generally to water pitchers. More specifically, the invention is directed to a water pitcher having a filter.Water pitchers having filters are used to purify drinking water. These types of pitchers have filter compartments positioned above water reservoirs. The filters extend downwardly from the filter compartments into the water reservoirs. Water placed in the filter compartments passes through the ...

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Номер записи: 65
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Liquid purification device

Номер: US20200055741A1
Автор: Chernyi Alexander Alexandrovich, Kuzmin Aleksey Leonidovich, Shmidt Joseph
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The invention belongs to liquid predominantly to water purification devices which are used as off line units in household, outdoors, in the village and service departments. Particularly the given invention is in the filed of pressure off-line units. 1. Liquid purification device , operating under gas pressure and containing raw liquid vessel with the spout , lid , filtration cartridge , purified liquid vessel , output purified liquid means , the gas injection block , connected to raw liquid vessel , and containing gas injection means , control panel and power supply , characterized in that the liquid purification device is capable of at least two stage opening of the lid and the pressure relief down to atmospheric is on the first stage.2. The liquid purification device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the lid contains the base and the upper part claim 1 , placed in the body frame.3. The liquid purification device according to claim 1 , characterized in that it contains the closure member.4. The liquid purification device according to claim 3 , characterized in that closure member may be formed when spout and lid are connected.5. The liquid purification device according to claim 1 , characterized claim 1 , in that there is a screw-thread on the spout of the raw liquid vessel.6. The liquid purification device according to claim 5 , characterized in that there is at least one ledge on each turn of thread claim 5 , the length of the ledge is at least a part of the length of the turn of thread.7. The liquid purification device according to claim 2 , characterized in that the upper part of the lid can be made as flip-top.8. The liquid purification device according to claim 7 , characterized in that flip-top is made with the clamping device.9. The liquid purification device according to claim 3 , characterized in that the closure member may be formed by at least one ledge made in the base of the lid and at least one projection claim 3 , made on the flip top ...

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Номер записи: 66
17-03-2022 дата публикации

ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT-EMITTING FAUCET

Номер: US20220081324A1
Автор: Huang Wen-Shun
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The present invention discloses an ultraviolet light-emitting faucet comprising an inlet assembly, an outlet assembly, an operation assembly configured between the inlet assembly and the outlet assembly, and a waterproof light emitting module disposed in the operation assembly. The operation assembly has a conduit and an operation room that communicates, the waterproof light emitting module is disposed in the conduit and capable of emitting an ultraviolet light into the operation room in order to sterilize the water flowing through the operation room. 1. An ultraviolet light-emitting faucet comprising:an inlet assembly comprising an inlet channel;an outlet assembly comprising an outlet pipe; andan operation assembly configured between the inlet assembly and the outlet assembly and comprising a conduit and an operation room in communication, the conduit comprising an entrance and an exit, the entrance receiving the water from the inlet channel, the exit discharging the water, the operation room disposed between the entrance and the exit of the conduit and comprising at least two openings, wherein one of the opening is for the water to flow into the operation room and the other opening is for the water to flow out of the operation room; anda waterproof light emitting module configured in the conduit of the operation assembly and capable of generating an ultraviolet light to emit into the operation room through either one of the two openings of the operation room.2. The ultraviolet light emitting faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the waterproof light emitting module is disposed between the entrance of the conduit and the opening that is for the water to flow into the operation room claim 1 , and the ultraviolet light generated by the waterproof light emitting module is emitted into the operation room through the opening that is for the water to flow into the operation room.3. The ultraviolet light-emitting faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the waterproof light ...

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Номер записи: 67
17-03-2022 дата публикации

WATER TREATMENT THROUGH OZONE GENERATED FROM AN INVERTIBLE OZONATION CAP ATTACHABLE TO A VESSEL

Номер: US20220081327A1
Автор: DeMyer Marianna
Принадлежит: Roving Blue, Inc.

Disclosed is a method, a device, and/or a system of water treatment through ozone generated from an invertible ozonation cap attachable to a vessel. In one embodiment, a cap for treating water inside a vessel includes an exterior surface of the cap, a fastener for attaching the cap to an opening of the vessel, a power source, an electrolytic ozone generator comprising an electrode that generates dissolved ozone and/or ozone gas when both the electrode is exposed to the water and a current from the power source is applied to the electrode, and an interior surface of the cap that exposes an anode of the electrode such that the water inside the vessel can contact the anode when the cap is inverted such that the dissolved zone and/or ozone gas rises up through the water of the vessel for increased water treatment effectiveness. 1. A cap for treating water inside a vessel , comprising:an exterior surface of the cap,a fastener for attaching the cap to an opening of the vessel,a power source,an electrode that generates ozone gas when both the electrode is exposed to the water and a current from the power source is applied to the electrode, andan interior surface of the cap that exposes an anode of the electrode such that the water inside the vessel can contact the anode when the cap is inverted such that the ozone gas rises up through the water of the vessel for increased water treatment effectiveness.2. The cap of claim 1 , further comprising:an activation switch that when activated supplies the current to the electrode, anda timer that when expiring stops the current to the electrode.3. The cap of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one of a surface fastener enabling fixation of the cap in an inverted position and a resting base enabling resting of the cap on a level surface in the inverted position.4. The cap of claim 1 , further comprising:a lighting element attached to the cap and configured to illuminate the water inside the vessel for visible indication of ...

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Номер записи: 68
12-03-2015 дата публикации

Faucet With Built-In Filter Units

Номер: US20150068968A1
Автор: CHIU HSIN TIEN
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A faucet with built-in filter units includes a plurality of filter units arranged inside a main body of the faucet and also includes a dirt discharge valve so that the present invention requires no addition of external filters attached to the main body and enables automatic washing of hollow fiber membrane type filter units arranged therein so as to improve drinking water hygiene and extend lifespan of the filters. 1. A faucet with built-in filter units , comprising:a main body, which comprises a receiving chamber, an ingress control compartment, and a first water supply hole and a second water supply hole formed therein, wherein the ingress control compartment comprises first, second, and third water inlet holes and first, second, and third water outlet holes, among which the first and second water inlet holes introduce water that is supplied through the first water supply hole and the third water inlet hole is in communication with water that is supplied through the second water supply hole;a purified water flow controller, which comprises a valve body rotatably mounted to a first side of the ingress control compartment and operable to selectively set the first water inlet hole and the first water outlet hole in communication with each other;a regular water flow controller, which comprises a valve stem rotatably mounted to a second side of the ingress control compartment, the valve stem having a circumference in which a plurality of guide channels is formed in such a way that at least one of the guide channels is operable to selectively set the second water inlet hole and the second water outlet hole in communication with each other and at least the other one of the guide channels is operable to selectively set the third water inlet hole and the third water outlet hole in communication with each other;a first filter unit, which is arranged in the receiving chamber of the main body and comprises a water inflow opening and a water outflow terminal, wherein the water ...

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Номер записи: 69
17-03-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR ELIMINATING FILTER AIR LOCKS

Номер: US20220081338A1
Автор: Petner Robert
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The claimed invention relates to systems, devices, and methods of using the devices for eliminating air locks by using a filter cartridge with a truncated cone shaped lid that allows air to naturally flow to the highest point of the filter cartridge. The lid including a hole for releasing air that can slow or stop the filtration process. The filter cartridge further including a foam spacer to prevent filter media from escaping the filter cartridge. 1. A lid for a water filtration cartridge , comprising:a plurality of planar levels, wherein one of the planar levels is proximate to the central axis of a housing of the filtration cartridge and proximate to a top of the lid,wherein the lid is positioned at the water inlet of the housing;a mesh section to allow ingress of water to the housing and prevent larger materials from entering the filter cartridge, anda hole positioned proximate to the central axis of the housing and proximate to the top of the lid to allow air to escape from the housing,wherein the hole opens to a cavity between the lid and a spacer adjacent to a bottom of the lid, and the spacer prevents a filter media of the filtration cartridge from exiting the housing and allows air to exit through the spacer.2. The lid of claim 1 , wherein the mesh section is on one of the planar levels.3. The lid of claim 1 , wherein the lid has a truncated cone shape.4. The lid of claim 1 , wherein the lid is separable from the housing.5. The lid of claim 1 , wherein the lid is welded to the housing.6. The lid of claim 1 , wherein the mesh section is supported by radial supports.7. A water filter cartridge claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-text': ['a chamber that contains a filter media to filter water, and', 'a lid with a plurality of planar levels, wherein one of the planar levels is proximate to the central axis of the housing and proximate to a top of the lid,', {'claim-text': ['a mesh section to allow ingress of water to the housing and prevent larger materials from ...

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Номер записи: 70
12-03-2015 дата публикации

FILTRATION SYSTEMS FOR FAUCETS

Номер: US20150068987A1
Автор: Astle Robert E., Bassett Laurence W., Hamlin Thomas J.
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Fluid filtration systems that have openings in their sump closures are provided. Spouts for processed fluid may be added to direct flow of processed fluid. The spouts may be attached, permanently or removably, to the sump closures or to media cartridges. The system comprises: an inlet, an unprocessed fluid outlet, and a processed fluid outlet; a sump housing and a sump closure operatively associated therewith, the processed fluid outlet being located through the sump closure; a media cartridge located in the sump housing, the media cartridge providing processed fluid upon contact with unprocessed fluid; and a diverter. Flow of processed fluid may be directed through any desired angle when a rotatable structure is included in the system. Filtration systems may easily be cleaned and/or sanitized. 1. A fluid filtration system for a faucet , the system comprising:an inlet, an unprocessed fluid outlet, and a processed fluid outlet;a sump housing and a sump closure operatively associated therewith, the processed fluid outlet being located through the sump closure;a media cartridge located in the sump housing, the media cartridge providing processed fluid upon contact with unprocessed fluid; anda diverter having a first position where the inlet is in fluid communication with the unprocessed fluid outlet, and a second position where in the inlet is in fluid communication with the processed fluid outlet.2. The fluid filtration system of further comprising a processed fluid spout that directs flow of processed fluid.3. The fluid filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the sump closure is attached to a media element of the media cartridge.4. The fluid filtration system of comprising a media cartridge that comprises a media element claim 1 , a first end cap sealed to the media element claim 1 , and a second end cap comprising the sump closure sealed to the media element and comprising a sealing mechanism that operatively engages with the sump housing.5. The fluid filtration ...

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Номер записи: 71
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Automatic flushing type pre-filtering device

Номер: US20200061501A1
Автор: Bo-huang Liu, Feng-shun Zhan
Принадлежит: Xiamen Filtertech Industrial Corp

Disclosed is an automatic flushing type pre-filtering device, that includes: a valve head set, a filter cartridge set, a movable rod piece, and a drain valve set. The filter cartridge set includes: a cylinder body; a filter cartridge, disposed in the cylinder body, the filter cartridge includes a filter net rack and a filter net disposed on the filter net rack. A first chamber is formed between the filter cartridge and the cylinder body, and a second chamber is formed inside the filter cartridge. The movable rod piece is provided with a hollow portion inside, and the movable rod piece is disposed in the second chamber. A water separation piece is disposed between the movable rod piece and the filter net rack. A plurality of through holes are disposed on the movable rod piece corresponding to a position of the second chamber.

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Номер записи: 72
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Filter

Номер: US20200062616A1
Автор: Keisuke Yoneda, Kumiko Ogawa, Ryoma MIYAMOTO, Ryuichiro Hiranabe, Satoko Kanamori, Yoichiro KOZAKI
Принадлежит: TORAY INDUSTRIES INC

The present invention provides a filter which, even when raw water is subjected to high-speed treatment, enables achieving a high solute rejection ratio and a long solute filtration life and which exhibits a low water flow resistance. The present invention pertains to a filter obtained by laminating woven fabrics or knitted fabrics, the filter being characterized in that: said woven fabrics or knitted fabrics comprise a fiber capable of adsorbing components dissolved in liquid: said fiber has a diameter of 100-600 μm; the woven fabrics or knitted fabrics have a porosity of 15-70%; and variation in area porosity in the thickness direction of the laminate is 15% or less.

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Номер записи: 73
08-03-2018 дата публикации

ELECTROSORPTION PURIFICATION SYSTEM WITH BATTERY DRIVEN REGENERATION

Номер: US20180065870A1
Автор: Boersma Joldert Maria, DUINEVELD Paulus Cornelis, Kooijker Klaas, VAN DER KAMP GERTRUDE RIOETTE, VAN ROEMBURG FRANCISCUS MARIA JOHANNES, VERSCHUEREN ALWIN ROGIER MARTIJN, Wielstra Ytsen
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.

The invention provides an electronic domestic appliance () comprising a decalcifying apparatus () for purifying an aqueous liquid, wherein the electronic domestic appliance () comprises an electronic connector () for connecting to an external AC power source wherein the electronic connector () is functionally coupled with the DC power supply (), the electronic domestic appliance () further comprising a functional element () wherein purified aqueous liquid is applied and/or stored. 1. A decalcifying apparatus configured to decalcify an aqueous liquid , wherein the decalcifying apparatus comprises:a DC power supply configured to convert AC power from an external AC power source into DC power;a battery unit comprising a rechargeable battery;an electrosorption cell unit comprising a treatment section for said aqueous liquid, wherein the treatment section comprises (a) a first electrosorption electrode arrangement comprising a first electrosorption electrode, (b) a second electrosorption electrode arrangement comprising a second electrosorption electrode, and (c) a first treatment section opening for introduction of the aqueous liquid;wherein the decalcifying apparatus is configured to operate during part of its operation time in a purification stage wherein a first DC potential difference between the first electrosorption electrode and the second electrosorption electrode is applied using one or more of (i) the DC power supply and (ii) the rechargeable battery; and wherein the decalcifying apparatus is configured to operate during part of its operation time in a regeneration stage, being switchable between a first setting (a)—wherein a second DC potential difference between the first electrosorption electrode and the second electrosorption electrode is applied using the rechargeable battery, wherein the second DC potential difference has a sign opposite of the first DC potential difference, and a second setting (b) wherein the first electrosorption electrode and the ...

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Номер записи: 74
09-03-2017 дата публикации

WATER CONTAINER WITH FLOATABLE FILTER

Номер: US20170065914A1
Автор: DANIEL DAVID M., SHOTEY Marcus J., Swanson Jason
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A portable drinking water filter system, such as a pitcher, having a floatable body including a filter opening configured to receive a water filter, the floatable body having a seal extending outward from an outer surface of the floatable body. The floatable body is disposed in a container cavity such that a body seal engages the sidewall and restricts water from passing between the floatable body and the sidewall. The seal is configured to create friction with the sidewall, wherein the friction created when the floatable body rises in the container is different than when the floatable body lowers in the container. The friction created when the floatable body rises in the container is greater than when the floatable body lowers in the container, allowing the floatable body to auto-retract toward a cavity base without burping. 1. A portable drinking water filter system , comprising:a floatable body having a filter opening adapted to receive a water filter, the floatable body having a seal extending outward from an outer surface of the floatable body; anda container having an upper opening, one or more sidewalls, and a base opposite the upper opening together defining a cavity, wherein the floatable body is disposed in the cavity such that the seal is configured to engage the one or more sidewalls and restrict water from passing between the floatable body and the one or more sidewalls;wherein the seal is configured to create friction with the one or more sidewalls, wherein the friction created when the floatable body rises in the container is different from the friction when the floatable body lowers in the container.2. The portable drinking water filter system as specified in claim 1 , wherein the floatable body having a volume within the floatable body and the container having a volume within the container claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the floatable body volume to the container volume being within the range of ¼ to ½.3. The portable drinking water filter system as ...

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Номер записи: 75
19-03-2015 дата публикации

FILTERED SHOWER WAND WITH TWIST-LOCK CONNECTOR

Номер: US20150076254A1
Автор: Farley David Aaron
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A hand held, filtered shower wand including a spray head, and a handle, the handle defining a handle body with input and output ports, and having a filter media canister. The handle body output port including a first twist-lock connector, and the spray head defining a second twist-lock connector. The first and second twist-lock connectors are engageable to form a seal between the connectors. An O-ring between the connectors provides a watertight seal. The filter media canister may be accessed and replaced by a simple twist of the connectors. The wand spray head provides a plurality of spray settings, using filtered water. 1. A hand held , filtered shower wand comprising:a spray head, and a handle engageable to the spray head;the handle defining a handle body with an input port and an output port, and having a media therein, the handle body being in fluid communication with the handle body input port and handle body output port;the handle body output port defining a first twist-lock connector; andthe spray head defining a second twist-lock connector engageable to the handle body first twist-lock connector, the first and second twist-lock connectors being formed to provide a fluid tight connection between the handle body and the spray head, in response to a rotation of the handle body relative to the spray head.2. The shower wand recited in claim 1 , wherein the first and second connectors comprise a bayonet connector.3. The shower wand recited in claim 2 , wherein the rotation of the handle body relative to the spray head is between approximately thirty (30) degrees and approximately one hundred fifty (150) degrees of rotation.4. The shower wand recited in claim 1 , further comprising a shower hose engageable to the handle body input port.5. The shower wand as recited in claim 4 , wherein the shower hose connector is threadedly engageable to the handle body input port.6. The shower wand recited in claim 1 , wherein the media is entrapped within a filter cartridge ...

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Номер записи: 76
15-03-2018 дата публикации

CARAFE FILTER WITH AIR LOCK PREVENTION FEATURE

Номер: US20180071660A1
Автор: Huda Stephen P., Lombardo Andrew
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A filter for gravity-fed applications, having filter media with a hollow center, the filter being generally prone to a degradation or cessation in fluid flow due to air entrapment or air lock within the filter housing cavity, which develops during filtering. A diffuser element is introduced to pierce the entrapped air bubble, the diffuser element being an elongated structure connected to the filter housing top end cap and extending through the entrapped air bubble to the filter media. 1. A filter housing for gravity-fed applications including:a top cap having at least a first aperture for fluid ingress;a filter media having a hollow center;a filter media top end cap having apertures for allowing fluid ingress to said filter media;a filter media housing body attached to said filter media top end cap;a bottom end cap attached to said housing body;at least a second aperture through a side of said housing body, said bottom cap, or both, for fluid egress;a surface tension disrupter extending from said top cap to at least a top portion of said filter media hollow center, such that said surface tension disrupter pierces a resulting air pocket formed by fluid flow through said filter media.2. A filter housing for gravity-fed applications including:a top end cap having apertures for fluid ingress;a housing body attached to said top end cap;a filter media having a hollow center and encased by said housing body;a bottom end cap attached to said housing body;apertures for fluid egress located through said housing body or said bottom end cap or both;a diffuser in the shape of an elongated probe in a needle-nose or pin-like fashion attached to said top end cap, said diffuser extending from said top end cap to a point below and adjacent a topmost portion of filter media encased in said housing body.3. The filter housing of wherein said diffuser comprises a predominantly cylindrical cross-section.4. The filter housing of wherein said diffuser includes a tapering sidewall.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 77
07-03-2019 дата публикации

WATER CONTAINER WITH FLOATABLE FILTER SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20190070534A1
Автор: DANIEL DAVID M., Reed Daniel, SHOTEY Marcus J., Swanson Jason
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A portable drinking water filter system, such as a pitcher, having a sleeve and a floatable body including a filter opening configured to receive a water filter, the floatable body having a seal extending outward from an outer surface of the floatable body. The floatable body is disposed in a sleeve cavity such that a body seal engages the sidewall and restricts water from passing between the floatable body and the sidewall. The seal is configured to create friction with the sidewall, wherein the friction created when the floatable body rises in the sleeve is different than when the floatable body lowers in the sleeve. The friction created when the floatable body rises in the sleeve is greater than when the floatable body lowers in the sleeve, allowing the floatable body to auto-retract toward a cavity base without burping. 1. A portable drinking water pitcher comprising:a floatable body surrounding a filter opening adapted to receive and engage a replaceable water filter therein, the floatable body having a seal extending outward of an outer surface of the floatable body; anda pitcher having an upper end and a base opposite the upper end, the base and the upper end joined by an outer wall, the pitcher defining a first cavity;a removable sleeve positioned within the pitcher and extending from the upper end to proximate the base of the pitcher, the sleeve defining a second cavity within the pitcher and comprising one or more sidewalls continuously surrounding the second cavity, the sleeve having a top open end and a bottom open end;a spout formed by the one or more sidewalls of the removable sleeve and the outer wall of the pitcher, the spout extending from adjacent the base of the pitcher to adjacent the upper end of the pitcher, the spout defining an exit opening located adjacent the upper end and an inlet opening located adjacent the base, wherein the inlet opening of the spout is in fluid communication with the bottom end of the sleeve and receives water from the ...

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Номер записи: 78
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Method for removing scales in steam generation facility

Номер: US20160075580A1
Автор: Mizuyuki Sakai, Yukimasa Shimura
Принадлежит: Kurita Water Industries ltd

Provided is a method for removing a scale in a steam generation facility, whereby it becomes possible to remove a scale deposited on the inside of a boiler vessel during the operation of a boiler without causing corrosion of the boiler. A method for removing a scale in a steam generation facility is disclosed, wherein in the steam generation facility, a pH of boiler water is adjusted to 11.3 or more, and a polyacrylic acid having a weight average molecular weight that is 0.50 to 2.00 times a reference weight average molecular weight as calculated from the following calculation formula (1), or a salt thereof, is added in accordance with the pH value of the boiler water during the operation of a boiler, thereby removing a scale deposited on the inside of a boiler vessel: Reference weight average molecular weight=−8462×{(pH value)−11.3}+61538  (1).

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Номер записи: 79
24-03-2022 дата публикации

WATER STERILIZATION CAP WITH REMOVABLE PARTICULATE FILTER AND/OR HYDRATION METER

Номер: US20220089465A1
Автор: Guduru Rakesh
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A water sanitization cap for covering a bottle includes a barrel, a shell, and a waterproof compartment. The shell surrounds at least a portion of the barrel and includes an outer surface and an inner surface. The waterproof compartment is formed within the interior of the barrel. The waterproof compartment includes one wall formed at least in part from a transparent material, one or more light emitting diodes (“LEDS”), a sensor, and a filter cage. The LEDS are fixed within the waterproof compartment and oriented to shine light through the transparent material. The sensor includes an activation button. The sensor is configured to sense when the cap is in the installed position and supplies voltage to the activation button. The activation button is activated by a user in the installed position to supply voltage to the LEDS to emit light. The filter cage is operable to contain a filter. 1. A water sanitization cap for covering a bottle , the cap comprising:(a) a barrel;{'claim-text': ['(i) an outer surface and', '(ii) an inner surface, wherein the inner surface has a shell threaded section;'], '#text': '(b) a shell surrounding at least a portion of the barrel and including:'}{'claim-text': ['(i) one wall formed at least in part from a transparent material;', '(ii) one or more light emitting diodes (“LEDS”) fixed within the waterproof compartment, proximal to one end of the barrel, and oriented to shine light through the transparent material;', '(iii) a sensor including an activation button, wherein the sensor is configured to determine when the cap is positioned in an installed position on a bottle and supply a voltage to the activation button, wherein the activation button is configured to be activated to supply power to the LEDS to emit light, wherein the sensor is configured to prevent the voltage from being supplied to the activation button when the cap is in an uninstalled position; and', '(iv) a filter cage operable to contain a filter, wherein the filter cage ...

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Номер записи: 80
07-03-2019 дата публикации

WASTE STREAM DECONTAMINATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20190071321A1
Автор: SANDS Bruce Keith
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The invention provides a method of decontaminating a waste stream liquid of solid particulate and one or more other pollutants, the method comprising the steps of: (i) removing solid particulate contaminant from the waste stream liquid by passing the waste stream liquid through at least one solids trap into a waste stream liquid holding reservoir whereby solid particulate is retained in the at least one solids trap; and (ii) removing one or more other pollutants from the waste stream liquid in the reservoir by contacting the waste stream liquid with at least one contaminant trap whereby the contaminant trap sequesters the one or more other pollutants within the contaminant trap. 1. A system for servicing a grease interceptor for decontaminating a waste stream liquid of solid particulate and one or more hydrocarbon pollutants , the system comprising: at least one reservoir for waste stream to be decontaminated, the reservoir having at least one inlet for receiving the waste stream into the reservoir and at least one outlet for removal of decontaminated waste stream from the reservoir;', 'at least one solids trap in direct fluid communication with the at least one inlet for separating solid particulate material from the received waste stream before the waste stream enters into the reservoir;', {'img': {'@id': 'CUSTOM-CHARACTER-00001', '@he': '7.53mm', '@wi': '135.93mm', '@file': 'US20190071321A1-20190307-P00999.TIF', '@alt': 'text missing or illegible when filed', '@img-content': 'character', '@img-format': 'tif'}, 'at least one hydrocarbon contaminant trap for removing the one or more hydrocarbon pollutants from the waste stream received into the reservoir, wherein the hydrocarbon contaminant trap is configured to allow waste stream liquid to pass through the contaminant trap whilst retaining a particulate sorbent material for sequestering the one or more hydrocarbon pollutants from the waste stream; sequester one or more hydrocarbon pollutants therein; and'}], 'a ...

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Номер записи: 81
26-03-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PURIFYING WATER OF A CONTAINER

Номер: US20150083653A1
Автор: MARCOLONGO Silvano
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A device () for purifying water, particularly but not exclusively for domestic use, comprising a metallic body () to be inserted in a container () of water () to be purified, the metallic body () having a face () made of silver and an opposite face () made of brass, both intended to come into contact with the water (). 2120121118. The device according to claim 1 , characterized m that said at least one opening () comprises a main hole () in a position which is opposite to said base ().3120122119111118121. The device according to claim 2 , characterized in that said at least one opening () comprises a series of secondary holes () in the wall () of said metallic body () in the region comprised between said open base () and said main hole ().41411415115. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that said cavity has the first face ( claim 1 , ) made of silver at the external convex surface and the second face ( claim 1 , ) made of brass at the internal concave surface.5119120. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that said concave hollow shaped cavity is substantially dome-shaped claim 1 , with a wall () which is crossed in its thickness by said at least one opening ().71415. The device according to claim 6 , characterized in that said tubular body has the first face () made of silver at the external convex surface and the second face () made of brass at the internal concave surface.811. The device according to claim 6 , characterized in that said metallic body () has an oval cross-section which is constant over its longitudinal length.911231412112. The device according to claim 7 , characterized in that said metallic body () has a plurality of wings () extending radially from the outer surface () of the tubular body and that are suitable to rest against the internal surface of said container ( claim 7 , ).101117121117. The device according to claim 6 , characterized in that said metallic body () is suitable to be fitted over an ice bucket () ...

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Номер записи: 82
22-03-2018 дата публикации

VITALITY STICK SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180079666A1
Автор: Harvie Sheila Erin
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A device for affecting water. The device for affecting water includes a first-end, a second-end, a length from the first end to the second-end and an extruded member. Gemstones, which generate a pleasant subliminal functional aesthetic, and visible messages, which may have positive neurological and meta-physical effects, are included. The device for affecting water is useful for providing trace mineral elements to humans and animals and for producing positive changes to the overall physical health and emotional well-being of a user. 1. A device for affecting water , the device comprising:a first-end;a second-end;a length from the first end to the second-end; andan extruded member at least partially made of copper extending between the first-end and the second-end, the extruded member having a substantially constant cross-sectional perimeter perpendicular to the length between the first-end and the second-end, the substantially constant cross-sectional perimeter having an isosceles triangle shape, the isosceles triangle shape having a base and a height.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a mineral receptacle claim 1 , the mineral receptacle including an interlaced mesh structure configured to permit potable water to flow into and out of the mineral receptacle; andwherein the first-end, the second-end, and the interlaced mesh structure are integrated with the extruded member.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a mineral composition claim 2 , the mineral composition configured to leach mineral trace elements into the potable water when exposed to the potable water; andwherein the mineral receptacle is configured to be accessible by a user to removably-insert the mineral composition into the mineral receptacle.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the mineral composition includes at least one of activated coconut carbon claim 3 , ionic silver nanoparticle balls claim 3 , tourmaline claim 3 , shungite claim 3 , silica-centered microclusters claim 3 , and ...

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Номер записи: 83
24-03-2016 дата публикации

Harvesting and Purification of Water From A Vehicle

Номер: US20160083936A1
Автор: Douglas Raymond Martin, Kenneth J. Jackson, Kenneth James Miller
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A water harvesting and purifying system and method for an automobile. The system automatically collects condensed water from a heat-exchanger in an air-conditioning system. the system filters the condensed water and isolates it in a reservoir. the system boils the isolated water to further purify. The water is then useful for drinking for a predetermined time period, after which the water is purged and the process restarted.

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Номер записи: 84
31-03-2022 дата публикации

FILTERING CONTAINER FOR LIQUIDS

Номер: US20220098055A1
Автор: Moretto Maurizio
Принадлежит: LAICA S.P.A.

A filtering container for liquids, in particular water. The filtering container includes a main body, a gripping portion which is configured to be gripped by a user for lifting the container and pouring out the liquid contained therein, a closure for an opening which is defined in the main body which includes a filtering element which is arranged in a position to intercept the liquid being discharged from the main body, a dispenser for the liquid which is configured in such a way that the liquid is dispensed through a dispensing zone for the liquid which is defined adjacent to a side wall of the main body and a ventilation pipe which opens inside the main body in a ventilation zone and extends in the form of an elongate element towards the interior of the main body. 1. A filtering container for liquids , in particular water , comprising:a main body having a side wall and defining an interior and an opening;a gripping portion which is configured to be gripped by a user for lifting the container and pouring out the liquid contained therein;a closure for the opening which includes a filtering element, and dispenser for the liquid which is configured in such a way that the liquid is dispensed through a dispensing zone for the liquid which is defined adjacent to the side wall of the main body; anda ventilation pipe which opens at one end inside the main body in a ventilation zone and extends in the form of an elongate element towards the interior of the main body, the ventilation pipe opening inside the main body in a distal position with respect to the opening,wherein the filtering element is arranged in a position to intercept the liquid being discharged from the main body and in that a further opening is defined in the ventilation pipe in a region of an end of the ventilation pipe opposite to one which opens inside the main body, the further opening allowing the interior of the container to be placed in communication with the exterior without passing through the ...

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Номер записи: 85
12-03-2020 дата публикации

COADMINISTRATION OF SULFIDE OXIDIZING BACTERIA AND NITRATES FOR MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF HYDROGEN SULFIDE PRODUCTION IN WASTEWATER

Номер: US20200079670A1
Автор: Falkman Leigh E., Patterson Gregory S.
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A cost effective and environmentally sound method of controlling hydrogen sulfide in a wastewater collection systems comprising administration of anaerobic sulfide oxidizing bacteria along with limited amounts of nitrate. 1. A method of reducing sulfide malodor in wastewater collection and treatment systems comprising coadministration of a nitrate and anaerobic sulfide oxidizing bacteria to wastewater in amounts sufficient to reduce hydrogen sulfide levels.2. The method of including the step of administering an alkali salt to the wastewater in combination with the nitrate and anaerobic sulfide oxidizing bacteria in an amount sufficient to adjust the pH of the wastewater to a pH of 6-9.3. The method of wherein the wastewater is sewage.4. The method of wherein the nitrate is an alkali or alkaline earth metal nitrate.5. The method of wherein the nitrate is a calcium nitrate or sodium nitrate.6. The method of wherein the anaerobic sulfide oxidizing bacteria is a consortium of bacteria that includes at least 1 to 10 parts by CFU purple bacteria claim 1 , at least 1 to 10 parts by CFU purple non-sulfur bacteria claim 1 , at least 1 to 10 parts by CFU green sulfur bacteria claim 1 , at least 1 to 10 parts by CFU filamentous green bacteria claim 1 , and at least 1 to 10 parts by CFU colorless sulfur bacteria.7. The method of wherein the consortium of bacteria includes at least two different species of purple bacteria claim 6 , at least two different species of purple non-sulfur bacteria claim 6 , at least two different species of green sulfur bacteria claim 6 , at least two different species of filamentous green bacteria claim 6 , and at least two different species of colorless sulfur bacteria.8. The method of wherein the wastewater is inoculated with 10to 10CFUs of anaerobic sulfide oxidizing bacteria per 100 claim 1 ,000 gallons of wastewater and between 10% and 500% of a stoichiometric amount of NOrelative to HS in the wastewater.9. The method of wherein the wastewater ...

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Номер записи: 86
25-03-2021 дата публикации

FLUID TREATMENT REACTOR

Номер: US20210087078A1
Автор: BERGER STEVEN, RANDIVE RAJUL, Schowalter Leo
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A system for disinfecting fluid includes a plurality of fluid reactors. Each of the fluid reactors includes at least one UVC LED. The UVC LED includes an LED chip configured to emit UVC radiation and a package coupled with the LED chip. The LED chip has a top surface that defines a chip top surface area. The top surface is formed from a semiconductor material having an index of refraction. The fluid reactor has at least one wall that defines a chamber configured to contain the fluid. The at least one wall has an aperture configured to receive UVC radiation into the chamber. The aperture extends through the at least one wall. The aperture has an aperture area that is (1) smaller than a top surface area of the package and (2) equal to or larger than the chip top surface area. 1. A system for disinfecting fluid , the system comprising: a UVC LED including an LED chip configured to emit UVC radiation and a package coupled with the LED chip, the LED chip having a top surface defining a chip top surface area, the top surface being formed from a semiconductor material having an index of refraction;', 'at least one wall defining a chamber configured to contain the fluid;', 'an aperture configured to receive UVC radiation into the chamber, the aperture having an aperture area, the aperture area being (1) smaller than a top surface area of the package., 'a plurality of fluid reactors, each of the fluid reactors having2. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the plurality of reactors are arranged in-series.3. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the plurality of reactors are arranged in parallel.4. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the plurality of reactors includes a plurality of in-series reactors in parallel.5. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the UVC LED is of the type having an exposed top surface.6. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the aperture is formed by the at least one wall.7. The system as defined by claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 87
21-03-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PURIFYING AND RECYCLING SHOWER WATER

Номер: US20190083914A1
Автор: MAHDJOUBI NAMIN Amir Mehrdad
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The present invention describes a hybrid device () for a recirculation shower, allowing purification and either recycling of water or discarding of water, wherein said hybrid device () comprises a recirculation loop (), a filter system () with a nano-filter () such as for instance an electropositive nano-ceramic filter, e.g. a nano alumina (fiber) filter, at least one filter quality sensor (), at least one pre-filter (), and wherein the hybrid device () is arranged to redirect the water from recirculation to drainage when the at least one filter quality sensor () indicates the need thereof. 1. A hybrid device , which is a shower that is adapted to function both as a recirculation shower and as an ordinary shower , and allows purification and either recycling of water or discarding of water , wherein said hybrid device comprises a recirculation loop which facilitates recirculation of water within said hybrid device , and also comprises:a filter system with a nano-filter and at least one filter quality sensor, and at least one pre-filter, the pre-filter being positioned before the nano-filter in process terms, and the filter quality sensor being adapted to indicate that the filter system is operating as desired;at least one water quality sensor,a modified drain, which is adapted to collect the water used and to facilitate the stream of water used towards the recycling loop and filter system, so that water can be purified and recirculated, or towards drainage; wherein the hybrid device is arranged so that:it can operate in a recirculation mode providing purification and recirculation of water, until the water passing through said hybrid device is at a pre-determined maximum level of contaminants;when any of said sensors is indicating the need to do so, and in particular when the at least one water quality sensor indicates that the water is contaminated above said pre-determined maximum level of contaminants, the same water is redirected from recirculation to drainage ...

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Номер записи: 88
30-03-2017 дата публикации

ULTRAVIOLET WATER PURIFIER

Номер: US20170088440A1
Автор: Lin Shu-Hsi
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An ultraviolet water purifier includes a water filter including a water inlet connector for guiding in a fluid, a filter element for filtering the fluid from the water inlet connector and a filtered water outlet connector for guiding out the filtered fluid, a housing including an intake water connection portion for guiding in the filtered fluid, a purified water output portion and a water passage in communication between the intake water connection portion and the purified water output portion, a hydroelectric generator drivable by the flowing of the filtered fluid in the water passage to generate electricity and to provide generated electricity to a germicidal UV lamp for sterilizing the filtered fluid that flows out of the water passage through the purified water output portion. 1. An ultraviolet water purifier , comprising:a housing comprising an intake water connection portion, a purified water output portion and a water passage in communication between said intake water connection portion and said purified water output portion, said intake water connection portion being adapted for guiding a fluid into said water passage, said purified water output portion being adapted for guiding said fluid out of said water passage;a hydroelectric generator mounted in said water passage of said housing and drivable by the flowing of said fluid in said water passage to generate electricity for output through at least one electric current output terminal thereof; anda germicidal UV lamp mounted in said housing and electrically connected to said at least one electric current output terminal of said hydroelectric generator and adapted for emitting an ultraviolet light toward said water passage to sterilize said fluid while said fluid is being guided out of said flow passage through said purified water output portion.2. The ultraviolet water purifier as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a water filter claim 1 , said water filter comprising a water inlet connector adapted ...

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Номер записи: 89
05-05-2022 дата публикации

MULTI-POSITION FILTER

Номер: US20220135433A1
Автор: Lynch Erik, Miller Bryan
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An apparatus is disclosed for a multi-position water filter. An example water filter includes a housing defining an internal cavity, the housing comprising a head including an inlet and an outlet, and a foot positioned opposite the head. The water filter also includes an inner filter assembly positioned in the internal cavity, the inner filter assembly comprising a head cap fluidly connected to the outlet, a foot cap, a filter media connected to the head cap and the foot cap, and an internal tube positioned in the filter media, wherein the internal cavity includes a radially oriented orifice configured to enable air to pass through, but prevent water from passing through.

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Номер записи: 90
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Container For Filter-As-You-Pour System

Номер: US20200087166A1
Автор: Dani Nikhil P., Doan Nicole, McDonald Jonathan, Wiegele Jonathan Taylor
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The invention relates to container bodies configured to be used in filter-as-you-pour systems, where filtering is achieved as the user pours water from the container. Such container bodies may have an undivided internal storage volume, so as to not include a reservoir compartment for unfiltered water. They may be part of systems configured to filter water both as water is introduced into a container body of the system and as water is poured from the container body of the system. The filter assembly may be attached to the container body at a location proximate the outlet of the system. Filter media of the filter assembly may comprise an activated carbon textile material that presents a curved surface to water passing through the filter assembly. The container body may be configured as a pitcher, carafe, water bottle, jug, or other shaped container. 1. A filter system , comprising:a container body defining an internal storage volume extending from a closed bottom to an open top;a lid body attachable to the open top of the container body, the lid body defining a fluid outlet;a filter assembly attachable to the lid body, the filter assembly including a frame member extending between a first closed end to a second open end, the frame member comprising a plurality of circumferential support members and a plurality of axial support members coupled to the circumferential support members to define a plurality of openings that pass to a central hollow section in the filter assembly; andan activated carbon textile filter media wrapped around the frame member and in contact with the frame member to present a curved surface to water entering and passing through the curved surface of the filter assembly;wherein as water exits through the fluid outlet of the lid body, all water exiting through the fluid outlet passes through the filter assembly to filter the water before exiting through the fluid outlet.2. The filter system of claim 1 , wherein the second open end of the filter ...

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Номер записи: 91
07-04-2016 дата публикации

CLOSED LOOP FISH AND PLANT FARMING STRUCTURE AND METHOD

Номер: US20160095301A1
Автор: Carman Bruce
Принадлежит: MARINER FARMS, LLC

A system, method and structure are presented to allow water from a fish tank to be pumped upward to an aquaponic trough on the top floor in a multi-floor greenhouse structure, from which the water will have a gravity-fed and unpumped flow to lower troughs. Furthermore, the application describes a plumbing system to control the feed of pumped and gravity fed water through the various aquaponic troughs and back to the fish tank at predetermined intervals. 1. An aquaponics system comprising: the fish growing area having at least one fish tank, the at least one fish tank configured to contain fish and nutrient water;', 'the greenhouse consisting of four levels:, 'a housing, the housing including a fish growing area and a green house,'} the second level, the third level and the fourth level each having a floor through which air can readily pass between levels,', 'each level having at least one growing trough, on the second level, third level and fourth level the growing troughs having a substrate for growing plants contained therein and a nutrient water retaining region underlying the substrate,', 'on the first level the at least one growing trough comprises a nutrient water retaining reservoir;, 'a first level, a second level above the first level, a third level above the second level, and a fourth level above the third level;'}the at least one fish tank and all of the troughs are in fluid communication via a plumbing system, the plumbing system includes conduit for transporting the nutrient water to and from the troughs and the at least one fish tank, the plumbing system configured to pass the nutrient water through the system in the following intervals:i) from the at least one fish tank to the at least one growing trough on the fourth level,ii) from the at least one growing trough on the fourth level to the at least one growing trough on the third level,iii) from the at least one growing trough on the third level to the at least one growing trough on the second level, ...

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Номер записи: 92
28-03-2019 дата публикации

DATA OUTPUT FOR HIGH FREQUENCY DOMAIN

Номер: US20190090499A1
Автор: Bae Myung-Ho, Mazumder Kallol
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A system includes memory banks that store data and a data path coupled to the memory banks that transfers the data. The system also includes a latch that gates the data path based on a clock signal in the system. The system further includes interface circuitry coupled to the data path that sends an instruction to the memory banks to transmit the data on the data path in response to receiving a first rising edge of the clock signal. The interface circuitry also outputs gated data in response to receiving a second rising edge of the clock signal. The latch gates the data path to store the gated data in response to receiving a falling edge of the clock signal. 1. An apparatus comprising:one or more memory banks configured to store data;a data path coupled to the one or more memory banks and configured to transfer the data;a latch configured to gate the data path based on a clock signal in the system; and send an instruction to the one or more memory banks to transmit the data on the data path based on the clock signal; and', 'output gated data based on the clock signal, wherein the latch is configured to gate the data path to store the gated data based on the clock signal., 'interface circuitry coupled to the data path, wherein the interface circuitry is configured to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the interface circuitry is configured to send the instruction in response to receiving a first rising edge of the clock signal.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the interface circuitry is configured to output the gated data in response to receiving a second rising edge of the clock signal.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the latch is configured to gate the data path to store the gated data in response to receiving a falling edge of the clock signal.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the interface circuitry is configured to:send a second instruction to the one or more memory banks to transmit second data on the data path based on an inverted clock signal; ...

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Номер записи: 93
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Drinking Water Filtering Device

Номер: US20160096740A1
Автор: Bassam Salloum
Принадлежит: Individual

A drinking water filtering device filters drinking water being drunk from a beverage container. The device includes a housing having a peripheral wall defining an interior space. The housing has a bottom end and a top end, each of which is open. A filter is positioned in the interior space between the bottom end and the top end. A collar is coupled to and extends upwardly from the top end of the housing around the open end. The collar defines a socket configured for receiving an opening of a straw wherein the filter is configured for filtering water drawn through the interior space by sucking on the straw.

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Номер записи: 94
19-03-2020 дата публикации

ULTRAVIOLET (UV) DOSIMETRY

Номер: US20200088889A1
Автор: Datta Sanjit, Pfau David, Tippareddy Charit
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The present disclosure teaches a UV dosimeter comprising a UV-sensitive layer and a barrier that protects the UV-sensitive layer. The barrier is permeable to oxygen but impermeable to water and, thus, protects the UV-sensitive layer from water while allowing exposure of the UV-sensitive layer to oxygen. The UV-sensitive layer is accessible to both UV radiation and visible light. The UV-sensitive layer comprises a mixture of a semiconductor material, a UV-oxidizable dye, a sacrificial electron donor, and a matrix material. The semiconductor material has a band gap that corresponds to photon energy of the UV radiation. The dye has both an oxidation state and a reduction state. The oxidation state of the dye is visibly distinguishable from the reduction state of the dye. The sacrificial electron donor oxidizes when exposed to UV radiation. The matrix provides structural integrity to the mixture. 1. An apparatus comprising:a vessel having a vessel wall, the vessel wall being at least partially transparent to visible light, the vessel wall further being at least partially transparent to ultraviolet (UV) radiation;a membrane secured to the vessel, the membrane being permeable to oxygen, the membrane being impermeable to water, the membrane for preventing water ingress to the vessel; and a substrate;', [ titanium dioxide particles;', 'zinc oxide particles; and', 'tin oxide particles;, 'a first concentration of semiconductor material having a band gap, the band gap corresponding to photon energy of the UV radiation, the semiconductor material being homogeneously distributed in the UV-sensitive layer, the first concentration being between approximately 0.0001% and approximately 5% by weight of the UV-sensitive layer, the semiconductor material being one selected from the group consisting of, 'a second concentration of a UV-oxidizable dye, the UV-oxidizable dye having an oxidation state and a reduction state, the UV-oxidizable dye having a first color in the oxidation state, ...

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Номер записи: 95
12-05-2022 дата публикации

STERILIZATION DEVICE AND STERILIZATION CONTAINER USING SAME

Номер: US20220143236A1
Автор: NGUYEN Chien, OH Danny
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In a sterilization apparatus and a sterilization container using the same according to an embodiment of the present invention, provided is a sterilization apparatus including: an accommodation unit accommodating an object therein, and having an entrance through which the object enters and exits formed on one side and a connector formed on the other side; a coupling unit supporting the accommodation unit provided in the connector; and a sterilization unit disposed adjacent to the accommodation unit by the coupling unit, and irradiating light to the inside of the accommodation unit through the connector to sterilize the object. 1. A sterilization apparatus for sterilizing an object accommodated in a container , comprising:a coupling unit provided to be in close contact with the container; anda sterilization unit formed in the container and emitting light toward the object, and provided to transmit the light to the inside of the container.2. A sterilization container comprising:an accommodation unit accommodating an object therein, and having an entrance through which the object enters and exits formed on one side and a connector formed on the other side;a coupling unit supporting the accommodation unit provided in the connector; anda sterilization unit disposed adjacent to the accommodation unit by the coupling unit, and irradiating light to the inside of the accommodation unit through the connector to sterilize the object.3. The sterilization container of claim 2 , wherein the sterilization unit includesa light source unit provided in the coupling unit and irradiating LED light to the inside of the accommodation unit, anda transmission unit disposed between the light source unit and the accommodation unit in the coupling unit, and transmitting the LED light.4. The sterilization container of claim 3 , wherein the light source unit includes at least one LED light source claim 3 , andthe LED light source is a UV-C LED light source.5. The sterilization container of claim ...

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Номер записи: 96
01-04-2021 дата публикации

Devices for treating tap water

Номер: US20210094844A1
Автор: Kristina VELKOVA, Sara DOUGLAS
Принадлежит: Vitaclean

The present disclosure provides a valve assembly for treating tap water. The valve assembly includes a housing fluidically connected to a water source. The housing includes an inlet port for receiving water from the water source and an outlet port for discharging the water routed into the housing. A filter assembly including a casing is disposed within the housing. The casing is configured with a first surface and a second surface. The first surface and the second surface are configured with a plurality of openings, wherein the first surface is configured for receiving water routed into the housing and the second surface for discharging a treated water from the casing. A shungite filter element is disposed within the casing, the shungite filter element configured for treating the water routed to the casing, the treated water discharged from the outlet port via the outlet opening.

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Номер записи: 97
05-04-2018 дата публикации

ULTRAVIOLET DISINFECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180093904A1
Автор: Collins Douglas A., LIAO Yitao, Zhang Li
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Embodiments of the invention include an elongate chamber. A UV source includes a semiconductor device, the semiconductor device including an active layer disposed between an n-type region and a p-type region. The active layer emits radiation having a peak wavelength in a UV range. The semiconductor device is positioned on a wall of the elongate chamber. An inner surface of the elongate chamber is reflective. 1. A water disinfection vessel comprising:an inner wall of the vessel that reflects light;a first ultraviolet (UV) light emitting diode (LED) injecting UV light into the vessel;a first optical detector detecting a transparency of water in the vessel, wherein the transparency is related to impurities in the water;a controller circuit configured to receive signals from the first optical detector to determine the transparency of the water; andthe controller circuit configured to control a UV dosage from the first UV LED based, at least in part, on the transparency of the water.2. The vessel of wherein the first optical detector detects UV light claim 1 , wherein the first optical detector is positioned in the vessel remotely from the first UV LED claim 1 , and wherein the first optical detector detects the light from the UV LED that passes through the water to measure the transparency of the water to UV light.3. The vessel of further comprising a second optical detector positioned to detect a light output of the first UV LED claim 1 , without the light from the first UV LED passing through the water claim 1 , to generate a baseline signal related to an output power of the first UV LED claim 1 , and wherein the controller circuit is configured to use the signals from the first optical detector and the second optical detector to determine the transparency of the water to UV light.4. The vessel of further comprising a second optical detector positioned to detect a light output of the first UV LED claim 1 , wherein an optical path length from the first UV LED to the ...

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Номер записи: 98
12-05-2022 дата публикации

Handheld sanitizing device

Номер: US20220144670A1
Автор: Carson Young
Принадлежит: Individual

A handheld sanitizing device may include a housing with a first end and a second end. The housing may enclose a first cavity and a second cavity. A sanitizing light may be disposed at the first end of the housing. The sanitizing light may be configured to kill biological contaminants. A removable cap may attach to the first end and may cover the sanitizing light. An extendable agitator may extend from the first end of the housing and retract into the first cavity. A motor disposed in the first cavity may actuate the agitator. The agitator may be configured to stir a fluid. The housing may be configured to sit in a mouth of a container, extend into a reservoir of the container, and rest on the mouth of the container. A charging port may be disposed on the housing and electronically coupled to the motor and/or the sanitizing light.

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Номер записи: 99
12-05-2022 дата публикации

MULTIFUNCTION TAP

Номер: US20220145601A1
Автор: McAlpine James Kenneth
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A multifunction tap assembly () for dispensing water, includes a tap body with a spout () for dispensing water. A valve body () has a mixer valve () including an inlet for water () from a hot water supply (H), an inlet for water () from a cold water supply (C), and an outlet. A selector control () on the valve body () can selectively direct cold water () from the cold water supply to one or more water processing stations (). Each water processing station () has an inlet for receiving cold water from the cold water supply as directed by the selector control () and processes the cold water to provide a processed water () for dispensing from an outlet. A manifold connection () provides fluid communication between the outlet of the mixer valve () and each processing station outlet and has a manifold outlet in fluid communication with the spout (). 1. A multifunction tap assembly for dispensing water , the tap assembly comprising:a) a tap body including a spout for dispensing water;b) a valve body;c) a mixer valve on the valve body including an inlet for water from a hot water supply, an inlet for water from a cold water supply, and an outlet;d) a selector control for selectively directing cold water from a cold water supply to one or more water processing stations;e) one or more water processing stations, each having an inlet for receiving cold water from the cold water supply as directed by the selector control; andeach formed and arranged to process the cold water received to provide a processed water for dispensing from a respective processing station outlet; andf) a manifold connection, the manifold connection in fluid communication with the mixer valve outlet and each processing station outlet; and having a manifold outlet in fluid communication with the spout.2. The multifunction tap assembly of wherein the selector control is an electronic control activated by a user of the tap to send a signal by wire or wirelessly claim 1 , to command operation of a valve or ...

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Номер записи: 100