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08-03-2012 дата публикации

Fluid distribution system

Номер: US20120057934A1
Автор: Frank Currivan
Принадлежит: Frank Currivan

A modular or integral appendage for a septic gallery or conduit has a first section for connected to a lateral side of the gallery with the first section having a number of apertures thereon. The first section has a first area. The lateral side of the septic gallery has a second area. The first area is greater than the second area for increased drainage and thus adds capacity to the gallery or conduit. The second area has protuberances thereon.

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Номер записи: 1
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Liquid run-off disposal system

Номер: US20120107047A1
Автор: Michael John Wynne
Принадлежит: Individual

A liquid run-off disposal system ( 10 ) comprising an elongate tank structure ( 22 ) having one or more sections adapted to be arranged end to end in a substantially horizontal orientation below ground. The tank structure ( 22 ) also includes a plurality of apertures ( 14 ) provided in the side walls thereof wherein, in use, when liquid run-off is piped into the tank structure ( 22 ) it can drain away by soaking into the surrounding soil.

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Номер записи: 2
21-06-2012 дата публикации

Underground infiltration tank module

Номер: US20120155963A1
Автор: Oscar Larach
Принадлежит: Individual

An underground infiltration tank module comprising a four-sided periphery formed of a top periphery wall, a bottom periphery wall, and two side periphery walls, a plurality of channels running from the top periphery wall to the bottom periphery wall, holes formed in the channels, strut members running between the channels, and stud members located on the periphery walls. Any two of the plurality of channels are separate from each other such that any part of one channel is not in contact with any part of another channel. The channels alternately face in opposite directions.

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Номер записи: 3
18-10-2012 дата публикации

Flush system with controlled volume

Номер: US20120261317A1
Автор: Jerry L. McKinney
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus for use in a septic system such as an aerobic wastewater treatment plant connected to a drip irrigation system for dispensing wastewater from the septic system. The apparatus includes a pump having a pump outlet for a pumping treated wastewater from the septic system, a filter connected to the pump outlet, the filter having a first output for directing filtered water to the drip irrigation system and a second outlet for disposal of backwash water used to clean the filter. There is an accumulator or canister having a predetermined volume for receiving water from at least one of the drip irrigation systems and the second output of the filter. The accumulator has an outlet connected to a pressure actuated normally open flush valve, which closes in response to pressure from water in the accumulator and which moves to the normally open position when the pump is deactivated.

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Номер записи: 4
18-04-2013 дата публикации

Bioretention Swale Overflow Filter

Номер: US20130092632A1
Автор: Allard Douglas Paul
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and method for use in conjunction with grassy swales to collect and filter or otherwise treat dirty or polluted storm water runoff or other fluid is disclosed. The swale overflow screen device is used in connection with a catch basin. One or more swale overflow screen devices are installed within a bioretention swale, such that during periods of routine flow, at least a portion of storm water runoff or other passing fluids can enter the swale overflow screen device, through the catch basin and be released to a drainage system. 1. An apparatus adapted to cooperatively engage with a bioretention swale , comprising:(a) a rectangular top frame comprising at least one depressed surface along an inner perimeter of the rectangular top frame;(b) a plurality of side surfaces descending from an outer perimeter of the rectangular top frame, wherein at least one side surface comprises a plurality of side openings;(c) an L-shaped lower ledge disposed below the plurality of side surfaces, the L-shaped lower ledge comprising a substantially horizontal region and a substantially vertical region, wherein the substantially horizontal region is formed from a substantially horizontal, inward extension of at least one side surface; and(d) a cover panel comprising a plurality of top openings, wherein at least a portion of the cover panel is disposed above the depressed surface of the rectangular top frame and at least a portion of the cover panel is impermeable to fluid flow.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a walled basin disposed below the rectangular top frame claim 1 , wherein the walled basin comprises at least one outlet opening.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the L-shaped lower ledge is connected to the walled basin at the substantially vertical region of the lower ledge.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the L-shaped lower ledge is removeably connected to the walled basin at the substantially vertical region of the lower ledge.5. The apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 5
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Integrated Bulk Fluids Management System

Номер: US20130115003A1
Автор: Burkhart, SR. Kurt A.
Принадлежит:

Modular storage and controlled outflow systems for controlling a flow of water and methods of assembly of modular storage and controlled outflow systems having indirect flow of water through the system. Modular systems for controlling a flow of water having beams extending across the modules to direct the flow of water in an indirect manner or a serpentine or semi-serpentine manner. Modular storage and controlled outflow systems for treatment and filtration of water. 1. A modular system for controlling a flow of water comprising:a plurality of modules, at least some of the plurality of modules comprising a horizontal deck supported by four vertical members, each of the four vertical members having a bottom edge, the plurality of modules being arranged in a grid having an x-axis and a y-axis, the plurality of modules forming:one or more longitudinal channels, the one or more longitudinal channels being defined in the direction along the y-axis of the modular system, andone or more lateral channels, the one or more lateral channels being defined in the direction along the x-axis of the modular system,wherein at least some of the plurality of modules have at least one beam extending across from one of the vertical members to another one of the vertical members of one of the modules, wherein the at least one beam extends partially upwards from the bottom edge of the one of the four vertical members towards the horizontal deck thereby creating a window,wherein the at least one beam has a vertical height and wherein the at least one beam directs the flow of the water when the water is below the top of the vertical height of the beam, andwherein the modular system controls the flow of the water in an indirect path.2. The modular system of claim 1 , wherein the system provides for uninterrupted flow along the one or more of the longitudinal channels claim 1 , when the level of the water is below the top of the vertical height of the at least one beam.3. The modular system ...

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Номер записи: 6
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Stormwater Filtration Systems

Номер: US20130140229A1
Автор: Daniel P. Cobb, Gregory W. Byrne, Hong Lin, James H. Lenhart, Jeremiah M. Lehman, Vaikko P. Allen
Принадлежит: Individual

A stormwater filtration system suitable for treatment of stormwater runoff in a developed environment uses a primary treatment bay that includes a filtration bed with live plant matter. A second treatment bay treats water that exceeds the maximum throughput of the primary bay. A reservoir stores treated runoff to water the plants during dry weather. Removable trays on the surface of the primary filtration bed provide plants suitable for ground cover. Additional bays expand the filtration bed throughput and accommodate extended root systems. A flow control may be provided for the primary treatment bay.

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Номер записи: 7
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Water retention/detention structure formed from identical panels

Номер: US20130152499A1
Автор: John E. Kriekemeier
Принадлежит: Individual

A water retention and detention assembly formed of a plurality of panels that may be interconnected edge to edge in a range of 90 through 270 degrees using a unique connector tab arrangement.

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Номер записи: 8
15-08-2013 дата публикации

Segmental bio-retention basin system

Номер: US20130206662A1
Автор: Fetterman Jim, Mudd David, Race Robert, Snelling Matt, Wilhelms Paul
Принадлежит: HOK PRODUCT DESIGN, LLC

A retention basin includes interlocking concrete vertical wall segments engaged with adjacent segments. Each segment has a vertical wall and a top edge that defines a lifting bore that is complimentary in shape to a removable lifting bolt that is configured to provide a lifting attachment point for a lifting cable and an internal bore in alignment with the internal bore of an adjacent segment. A pin is disposed in the internal bores to maintain the segments in alignment. An eyebolt includes an eye portion disposed around the pin. A plate is bolted to the eyebolt and against the vertical walls of two adjacent segments to maintain the two segments in a spatial relationship. An earth anchor is buried in the soil to provide lateral support to the segments. A post-installation attachment is affixed to the lifting bore of at least one segment. 1. A retention basin for making an enclosure in soil , comprising:a. a plurality of interlocking concrete vertical wall segments, each segment engaged with an adjacent segment so as to form an enclosed basin, each segment having a vertical wall and a top edge that defines a lifting bore that is complimentary in shape to a removable lifting bolt that is configured to provide a lifting attachment point for a lifting cable, each segment including an internal bore configured to be in linear alignment with the internal bore of the adjacent segment;b. a metal pin disposed in the internal bores of two adjacent segments and configured to maintain the two adjacent segments in alignment;c. an elongated eyebolt including an eye portion disposed around the metal pin;d. a plate bolted to the elongated eyebolt and driven against the vertical walls of two adjacent segments and secured to the eyebolt with a nut, the nut torqued so as to apply a predetermined tension to the eyebolt and a predetermined force to the plate so that the plate and the metal pin maintain the two segments in a substantially fixed spatial relationship;e. an earth anchor ...

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Номер записи: 9
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Fixture Cells for Bioretention Systems

Номер: US20130213869A1
Автор: Allard Douglas Paul
Принадлежит: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.

The invention provides structures, methods, and assemblies for incorporating fixtures and appliances, such as a tree, street lamp, or light pole, into a bioretention system. The invention also provides methods, filtration modules, and additional structures that are useful for managing storm water flow and inhibiting the flow of pollutants, debris, and other contaminants into drainage systems. 1. An apparatus for use in integrating one or more fixtures into a bioretention system comprising:(a) a substantially horizontal base;(b) four walls extending upward from the base to form a substantially rectangular compartment, the walls comprising two outer side walls and two inner panel walls, wherein an upward-facing surface of each outer side wall is higher than an upward-facing surface of each inner panel wall; and(c) one or more openings disposed on each of the inner panel walls, wherein the apparatus is adapted to be in fluid communication with an adjacent bioretention cell through one or more fluid conveying apparatuses fitted through the openings of the inner panel walls.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the four walls form outer edges of the apparatus.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inner panel walls are disposed within an interior region of the apparatus.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inner panel walls are disposed near a center region of the apparatus.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the outer side walls are substantially parallel to each other.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the outer side walls are substantially perpendicular to each other.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the outer side walls form a channel for fluid flow.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base and outer side walls form a substantially U-shaped trench structure.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base and walls comprise pre-cast concrete.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base and walls comprise field poured concrete.11. The apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 10
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Self Cleaning Shield

Номер: US20130284650A1
Автор: Higginbotham Edward A.
Принадлежит:

A filtration element adapted to be mounted to a rain gutter; the filtration element comprising a plurality of threads or water receiving membrane defining a substantially planar first surface having downward or upward extending planes or channels or inseams defining segments or areas that distend beneath or extend above the first surface, such segments or areas positioned perpendicular and/or not completely parallel to the longitudinal (lengthwise) edge of the filtration element. 134-. (canceled)35. A gutter shield device for mounting to a rain gutter attached to a building structure , the gutter shield device comprising:An elongated body comprising an intermediate body portion disposed between a first portion and a second portion, the first portion configured to contact, or suspend above, and/or extend outwardly past the front lip of a rain gutter and the second portion configured to contact a building structure or element or elements attached to a building structure: the first and second portions intrinsic to, or attached to, the intermediate body portion; the intermediate body portion defining a water receiving area comprising including a plurality of openings adjacent to upwardly rising and/or downwardly extending portions of the intermediate body portion and a filtering screen or membrane comprised of a plurality of threads extending over the water receiving area of the intermediate portion wherein the lateral edges of the screen or membrane are secured to the first and second body portions.36. A filtration element to be used as a gutter guard adapted to be mounted to and/or positioned above a rain gutter; the filtration element comprising a plurality of threads defining a substantially planar first surface having downward or extending planes or channels or inseams defining segments or areas positioned perpendicular and/or not completely parallel to the longitudinal (lengthwise) edge of the filtration element.37. The filtration element of having a left lateral ...

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Номер записи: 11
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Device for Settlement of Particles from a Liquid

Номер: US20130292315A1
Автор: Gregory Stephen Duncan, Hans de Bruijn
Принадлежит: Individual

An object of this invention is to provide an improved means of water treatment effectiveness. The invention strips floating and sinking particulates from flowing water with netting and inclined settling cells, which are arranged in an overlapping fashion to save treatment space. The effluent invert is virtually level with the influent invert to minimize pressure loss. The device pre-treats water for further treatment by filtering methods and among other application is ideally suited for applications where low depth profile treatment is beneficial or required.

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Номер записи: 12
14-11-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR MANAGING RUNOFF WATER

Номер: US20130299403A1
Автор: Drake Susannah
Принадлежит:

Disclosed in this specification is a system for reducing runoff from an urban area into a body of water. In one embodiment, water flows from a sedimentation basin and into plurality of bioretention cells, each extended at an angle relative to the sedimentation basin. Overflow water flows from the plurality of biorention cells into an elongated filter. In another embodiment, a system for reducing run off from an elevated road is disclosed. The system includes an enclosure with a sedimentation basin and a biofiltration basin. 1. A system for reducing runoff from an urban area into a body of water , the system comprising: each fluidly connected to an elongated sedimentation basin for receiving water therefrom, and', 'each fluidly connected to at least one adjacent elongated bioretention cell;, 'a plurality of elongated bioretention cells extending in a first direction,'}wherein the elongated sedimentation basin has a length that extends in a second direction, different from the first direction;at least one elongated filter disposed adjacent to and in fluid communication with at least one of the elongated bioretention cells for receiving overflow water therefrom; andan overflow drain leading from the elongated filter to the body of water.2. The system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising at least one swale disposed between urban area and the elongated sedimentation basin.3. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first direction and second direction are substantially perpendicular one another.4. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the elongated bioretention cell that is in fluid communication with elongated filter is in fluid communication by a fluid conduit that is disposed in a top half of the elongated filter.5. The system as recited in claim 4 , wherein the overflow drain is in the bottom half of the elongated drain.6. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein each of the elongated bioretention cells are each comprised of a modular unit selected ...

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Номер записи: 13
14-11-2013 дата публикации

REFUSE REMOVAL SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20130299435A1
Автор: Coffman James, Coffman Jeffrey, Corsbie Lucas, Glembocki Joseph, Thomas Frank
Принадлежит:

Described herein are refuse collection systems for removing, collecting and extracting refuse from water run-off. 1. A refuse collection system comprising:at least one first scaffold having a top comprising front end and a back end; andat least one capture section having a frame with a shape complimenting the top and including at least one filter attached to the frame, wherein the at least one capture section is removable from the at least one first scaffold.2. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , further comprising a lifting bar attached to the at least one capture section.3. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , wherein the front end is elevated less than 90 degrees relative to the second end.4. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , wherein the top and the capturing section are triangular.5. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , including a first filter having a load capacity and a second filter having a second load capacity.6. The refuse collection system according to claim 5 , wherein the first filter has a mesh size of at least 10 mm and the second filter has a mesh size of less than about 5 mm.7. The refuse collection system according to claim 6 , wherein the second filter is inside the first filter.8. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , further comprising a pollutant collection strip.9. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one sensor.10. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , wherein the first scaffold and the capture section are each independently formed of a material selected from a metal claim 1 , a metal alloy claim 1 , a plastic claim 1 , carbon fiber claim 1 , concrete claim 1 , wood claim 1 , or a combination thereof.11. The refuse collection system according to claim 1 , wherein two first scaffolds are used adjacent to one another and span a total width greater than about 5 feet.12. A method of separating refuse from a water ...

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Номер записи: 14
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Modules For Integrated Bulk Fluids Management

Номер: US20140041741A1
Автор: Burkhart, SR. Kurt A.
Принадлежит:

Modules for controlling a flow of water and methods of assembly of modules to establish indirect flow of water through a modular system. Modular systems for controlling a flow of water having beams extending across the modules to direct the flow of water in an indirect manner or a serpentine or semi-serpentine manner. Modular storage and controlled outflow systems for treatment and filtration of water. 1. A module for controlling a flow of water comprising:a horizontal deck;four vertical members each having a bottom edge, the four vertical members supporting the horizontal deck and being arranged in the four corners below the horizontal deck;a first beam extending across from the one of the four vertical members to another one of the four vertical members, wherein the first beam extends partially upwards from the bottom edge of the one of the four vertical members towards the horizontal deck.2. The module of claim 1 , wherein the first beam directs the flow of the water when the level of the water is below the top of the vertical height of the first beam.3. The module of claim 1 , wherein one of the vertical members is attached to another one of the vertical members via a first wall claim 1 , the first wall extending from the bottom of the horizontal deck to the bottom of the vertical member and across the entire length of one edge of the horizontal deck.4. The module of claim 3 , wherein the first wall has perforated holes.5. The module of claim 1 , wherein the first beam is integrated together with two of the four vertical members it extends across.6. The module of claim 1 , further comprising a second beam claim 1 , the second beam extending across from the one of the four vertical members to another one of the four vertical members claim 1 , wherein the second beam extends partially upwards from the bottom edge of the one of the four vertical members towards the horizontal deck.7. The module of claim 6 , wherein the second beam forms a window between the top of ...

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Номер записи: 15
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Storm Water Filtration System Using Box Culverts

Номер: US20140042103A1
Автор: Allard Douglas Paul
Принадлежит: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.

An apparatus and method for use in conjunction with box culverts to collect and filter or otherwise treat dirty or polluted storm water runoff or other fluid is disclosed. One or more filter devices with filter media is used in connection with a box culvert. One or more internal bypass assemblies is disposed along a vertical surface in the box culvert. One or more concrete slabs is installed within the box culvert and forms a false floor below the filter devices. The false floor provides an annular space through which fluid can bypass the filter devices and be released to a drainage system. 1. A filtration apparatus comprising:(a) a culvert comprising an inlet opening, a pair of opposing side walls, a pair of opposing haunches, and a bottom slab;(b) a filter bay disposed within the culvert, downstream from the inlet opening, the filter bay comprising (i) a base member disposed above the bottom slab and supported by the opposing haunches of the culvert, (ii) filter medium resting on the base member, and (iii) a bypass channel extending laterally between the base member and the bottom slab of the culvert; and(c) a bypass structure disposed between the inlet opening and the filter bay, the bypass structure comprising (i) a first interior wall disposed on the bottom slab, (ii) a second interior wall disposed on the base member and separated from the first interior wall by a substantially hollow space, and (iii) a fluid conveying apparatus extending laterally through a portion of the bypass structure;wherein the inlet opening and the filter medium are in fluid communication through the fluid conveying apparatus of the bypass structure; and further wherein the inlet opening and the bypass channel are in fluid communication through the substantially hollow space of the bypass structure.2. The filtration apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a gross pollutant hood positioned in front of a portion of the first interior wall.3. The filtration apparatus of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 16
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Rinse Valve for Vacuum Waste System

Номер: US20140048160A1
Автор: Hardwick Christopher, Hoang Thao, Pondelick Mark A.
Принадлежит: B/E Aerospace, Inc.

The apparatus and method of the invention provides for a rinse valve for controlling the flow of rinse fluid to a vacuum waste receptacle. The rinse valve comprises a primary rinse fluid flow path and a poppet assembly intersecting the primary rinse fluid flow path. The rinse valve also comprises a solenoid-driven fluid control device having a solenoid armature movable between an inactive state in which the armature engages the poppet assembly to block flow of the rinse fluid through a poppet channel and an active state in which the solenoid armature is disengaged from the poppet assembly to allow flow of the rinse fluid through the poppet channel to raise the poppet assembly, permitting the flow of the rinse fluid through the primary rinse fluid flow path and out of the valve, the armature being located at all times out of the primary flow path of the rinse fluid. 1. A rinse valve for controlling the flow of rinse fluid to a vacuum waste receptacle comprising:a valve block having an inlet cavity that receives rinse fluid and an outlet that supplies rinse fluid from the rinse valve to the waste receptacle;a primary rinse fluid flow path from the inlet cavity that receives rinse fluid to the outlet that supplies rinse fluid from the rinse valve to the waste receptacle;a venting assembly disposed in the valve block proximal and connected to the inlet opposite the inlet cavity for venting air that enters the inlet cavity with the rinse fluid;a poppet assembly intersecting the primary rinse fluid flow path, the poppet assembly including a poppet channel that drains a pilot chamber to facilitate opening of the poppet assembly to permit the flow of rinse fluid through the primary rinse fluid flow path;a secondary rinse fluid flow path branching off of the primary rinse fluid flow path and leading to the poppet channel; anda solenoid-driven fluid control device having a solenoid armature movable between an inactive state in which the armature engages the poppet assembly to ...

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Номер записи: 17
03-04-2014 дата публикации

Method For Injecting Surface Water Into The Ground

Номер: US20140093316A1
Автор: Andrew Niemczyk
Принадлежит: Individual

A method and pumping/drainage channel member for injecting surface water into the soil beneath a ground area includes drilling a series of holes and inserting an elongated pumping/drainage members into each hole extending downwardly into the soil. The pumping/drainage channel members comprise a cluster of integrally joined channel features each formed with a lengthwise extending slot opening. Surface water flows to the pumping/drainage member, enters the channels and drains down the pumping/drainage members to enhance water movement down into the soil to reduce runoff and help to recharge acquifers. Longer members may be installed between shorter members in a pattern to achieve more rapid injection of water deep into the subsoil.

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Номер записи: 18
05-01-2017 дата публикации

CORRUGATED STORMWATER CHAMBER HAVING SUB-CORRUGATIONS

Номер: US20170002557A1
Автор: GANDHI Nimish, MAILHOT David J., McGRATH Timothy J.
Принадлежит: STORMTECH LLC

A plastic arch-shape cross section corrugated stormwater chamber has a multiplicity of crest corrugations and valley corrugations which run transverse to its length. Sub-corrugations run along part or all of the arch-curve lengths of either crest corrugations or valley corrugations, or along both of them. A sub-corrugations are smaller in dimension than an associated crest corrugation or valley corrugation. Sub-corrugations may taper in width and depth and may taper to nothingness. A compound convex shape end cap, useful for closing off the ends of stormwater chambers, has substantially vertical corrugations with analogous sub-corrugations. 1. A molded arch shape cross section plastic chamber , for receiving and dispersing water when buried in soil , comprising:opposing side bases running generally parallel to a chamber length axis, for supporting the chamber on soil during use;a chamber top;sidewalls running upwardly and inwardly from opposing side bases to the chamber top, wherein the combination of sidewalls and top form an arch curve which defines an arch shape cross section;a plurality of alternating crest corrugations and valley corrugations running transverse to the length of the chamber along the arch curve of the chamber, wherein the crest corrugations decrease in width with elevation from the base and the valley corrugations increase in width with elevation from the base, as width is measured in a direction parallel to the chamber length axis; and,a plurality of crest sub-corrugations, running upwardly from the base and along a portion of the arch-curve of a crest corrugation, each sub-corrugation having a height less than the local height of the crest corrugation with which it is associated; each crest sub-corrugation terminating at an elevation lower than the top of the chamber.2. The chamber of wherein each crest sub-corrugation has a height which diminishes with increasing elevation.3. The chamber of wherein each crest sub-corrugation has a width which ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-01-2021 дата публикации

STACKABLE BAFFLE DROP SHAFT UNIT AND METHOD

Номер: US20210002885A1
Автор: Conversano Guy A., Eggleston, II Richard J.
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A stackable baffle drop shaft unit and method provides a pre-cast body that has a peripheral wall extending thereabout and having a top edge and an opposing bottom edge, the peripheral wall has an exterior facing surface and an opposing interior facing surface, and the body defines a medial channel extending therethrough between the top edge and the bottom edge. A baffle is carried by, and extends inwardly from the interior facing surface and partially across the medial channel defined by the body, and the baffle is positioned between the top edge and the bottom edge. The top edge and the bottom edge of the pre-cast body each define a portion of a positionally securing engagement and alignment means for positional and vertical alignment and stacking of plural units on top of one another. Vertical stacking of plural bodies forms a medial channel extending therethrough. 1. A stackable baffle drop shaft unit for impeding uncontrolled gravitational flow of water from a first level to a second lower level , comprising:a pre-cast body having a peripheral wall extending thereabout, a top edge, a bottom edge, an exterior facing surface, an interior facing surface and the pre-cast body defines a medial channel between the top edge and the bottom edge;a baffle having a top surface, a bottom surface and a terminal edge, the baffle extending inwardly from the interior facing surface of the pre-cast body to at least partially occlude the medial channel, and the baffle is positioned relative to the pre-cast body at or below, the top edge, or at or above, the bottom edge;the top edge and the bottom edge of the pre-cast body each form one half of a positionally securing engagement and alignment means for positional and vertical alignment and stacking of plural pre-cast bodies on top of one another; andan inlet port defined in a first pre-cast body and communicating between the exterior facing surface and the interior facing surface spacedly above the baffle within the medial ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Method for Controlling a Vacuum Sewage System for a Building or for a Marine Vessel

Номер: US20190003171A1
Автор: Karjalainen Mika, Lappalainen Vesa
Принадлежит: EVAC OY

Method for controlling a vacuum sewage system for a building or for a marine vessel, which includes a vacuum unit (), vacuum piping (), a source of sewage (), and a discharge valve () between each source of sewage and the vacuum piping, wherein the vacuum unit generates a predetermined vacuum level in the vacuum piping, in which method the operation of the vacuum sewage system is monitored. In order to ensure an efficiently operating vacuum sewage system, the running time of the vacuum unit is monitored and the vacuum level of the vacuum piping is monitored. 111. A method for controlling a vacuum sewage system for a building or for a marine vessel , which vacuum sewage system includes a vacuum unit , vacuum piping with at least a main pipe line and at least a branch pipe , a source of sewage , and a discharge valve between each source of sewage and the vacuum piping , wherein the vacuum unit generates a predetermined vacuum level in the vacuum piping , in which method a running time of the vacuum unit is monitored , and in which method a vacuum level in the vacuum piping is monitored , wherein a first given reference value for the running time during a predetermined time period is determined , that the running time of the vacuum unit is monitored () , and in that , when the duration of the running time is short in comparison to the first given reference value , the vacuum level in the vacuum piping is monitored at least at two separate predetermined positions of the vacuum piping.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the monitored vacuum levels at the at least two separate predetermined positions are compared in connection with a discharge or flushing sequence of the source of sewage.3. The method of claim 1 , the running time of the vacuum unit is monitored by a running time meter unit claim 1 , which registers the running time of the vacuum unit.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein a total registered running time within the predetermined time period is measured in ...

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Номер записи: 21
13-01-2022 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL JOINT TYPE WATER FLOW GUIDING ASSEMBLY CAPABLE OF ADJUSTING TO UNEVEN GROUND

Номер: US20220010538A1
Автор: OH EUN HO
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According to the present invention, an assembly for guiding water flow comprising a plurality of water shielding plates, wherein each of the water shielding plate has a recessed portion formed on one side thereof, a protruded portion formed on an opposite side thereof, a first fastening hole running through the recessed portion, and a second fastening hole running through the protruded portion, wherein the second fastening hole has an elongated cross section, wherein the protruded portion of one water shielding plate is at least partially accommodated in the recessed portion of an adjacent water shielding plate when the water shielding plates are fixed to a ground by a fastening rod inserted into the first and the second fastening holes, and wherein, during or after fixing of the water shielding plates to the ground, the water shielding plates can be spaced apart or rotated in a transverse direction due to the elongated cross section so that a lower end of each water shielding plate can be adjusted to fit to the ground is provided. 1. An assembly for guiding water flow comprising a plurality of water shielding plates , wherein each of the water shielding plate has a recessed portion formed on one side thereof , a protruded portion formed on an opposite side thereof , a first fastening hole running through the recessed portion , and a second fastening hole running through the protruded portion;wherein the second fastening hole has an elongated cross section;wherein the protruded portion of one water shielding plate is at least partially accommodated in the recessed portion of an adjacent water shielding plate when the water shielding plates are fixed to a ground by a fastening rod inserted into the first and the second fastening holes, andwherein, during or after fixing of the water shielding plates to the ground, the water shielding plates can be spaced apart or rotated in a transverse direction due to the elongated cross section so that a lower end of each water ...

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Номер записи: 22
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Nested Infiltration Surfaces, Treatment Media, and Distribution Media

Номер: US20220018109A1
Автор: Potts David A.
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Nested bands of treatment media and distribution media in an infiltration area are described. These nested bands may be positioned to promote water flow to and through the infiltration area. The nested bands may be linear or non-linear and may be vertically elongated such that they have installation depths deeper than conventional infiltration areas. 1. An infiltration system comprising:a first band, the first band comprising treatment media, the first band being vertically elongated and having a height of three feet or more, a width, and a length, the length of the first band forming a non-linear shape, the treatment media having a first porosity;a second band, the second band comprising distribution media, the second band being vertically elongated and having a height of three feet or more, a width, and a length, the length of the second band forming a non-linear shape, the second band positioned around or within the first band, the second band having a second porosity, the second porosity being greater than the first porosity,wherein the first band and the second band are positioned within or outside of a drywell comprising a rigid material, the drywell having open passages sized to permit the passage of water from inside the dry well to outside the drywell.2. The infiltration system of wherein the drywell is in the form of a rectangle or circle or square and wherein an interface between the first band and the second band comprises geotextile fabric.3. The infiltration system of further comprising a dosing conduit positioned above the first band and above the second band.4. The infiltration system of further comprising a third band of treatment media claim 1 , the third band positioned underneath the second band claim 1 , the third band having a width of no more than four inches claim 1 , the third band having a height claim 1 , the third band being vertically elongated and having height being at least twice the third band width.5. The infiltration system of ...

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Номер записи: 23
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Aggregate replacement

Номер: US20160010762A1
Автор: Alton F. Parker
Принадлежит: Individual

An aggregate replacement device may be used to replace rock aggregate in underground drainage systems. An aggregate replacement includes a structure having a proximal face, a distal face, a bottom face and two side faces with a plurality of openings. The two side faces and bottom face have a proximal edge, a distal edge and two side edges. The proximal face and distal face are coupled to the proximal edges or distal edges of the two side faces and bottom face to form an obtuse angle. A first of the side edges of the side faces is coupled to the side edges of the bottom face. A coupler and a locking device are coupled to a second of the side edges of the side faces. The coupler and locking device couple the structure to a second structure with the second of the side edges of the side faces abutting.

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Номер записи: 24
11-01-2018 дата публикации

CORRUGATED STORMWATER CHAMBER HAVING SUB-CORRUGATIONS

Номер: US20180010325A1
Автор: GANDHI Nimish, MAILHOT David J, McGRATH Timothy J.
Принадлежит: Storm Tech LLC

A plastic arch-shape cross section corrugated stormwater chamber has a multiplicity of crest corrugations and valley corrugations which run transverse to its length. Sub-corrugations run along part or all of the arch-curve lengths of either crest corrugations or valley corrugations, or along both of them. A sub-corrugations are smaller in dimension than an associated crest corrugation or valley corrugation. Sub-corrugations may taper in width and depth and may taper to nothingness. A compound convex shape end cap, useful for closing off the ends of stormwater chambers, has substantially vertical corrugations with analogous sub-corrugations. 124-. (canceled)25. A chamber for drainage , comprising:opposing side bases;sidewalls extending from the opposing side bases;a plurality of crest corrugations and a plurality of valley corrugations positioned along a length of the chamber; anda plurality of valley sub-corrugations, wherein at least one valley sub-corrugation runs downwardly along a valley corrugation toward the opposing side bases, wherein the at least one valley sub-corrugation includes terminal ends at an elevation above the opposing side bases.26. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein the at least one valley sub-corrugation runs along a portion of the valley corrugation.27. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a height of the at least one valley sub-corrugation decreases towards each of the terminal ends of the at least one valley sub-corrugation.28. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a height of the at least one valley sub-corrugation is less than a depth of the valley corrugation along which the at least one valley sub-corrugation runs.29. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a width of the at least one valley sub-corrugation decreases towards each of the terminal ends of the at least one valley sub-corrugation.30. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a maximum width of the at least one valley sub-corrugation is no more than one-third of a width of the valley corrugation ...

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Номер записи: 25
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Wastewater Discharge Method and System

Номер: US20200011045A1
Автор: Marr James
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The present application provides a method and system for disposing wastewater effluent through laterals placed over a drain field without the need to level the terrain. The method provides calculating sizes of one or more orifices in positioned along the length of the laterals. 1. A method of disposing wastewater over a drain field comprising the steps ofa) providing a wastewater effluent to one or more laterals;b) providing a datum string line over a portion of the drain field, the datum string line extending from a first end of one of the one or more laterals to a second end;c) measuring a first distance between the datum string line and a first of a plurality of points on the one or more laterals therebeneath;d) measuring a second distance between the datum string line and a second of the plurality of points on the lateral therebeneath;e) calculating a difference between the first distance and the second distance to determine a ΔDf) calculating a discharge pressure at an orifice in the lateral at the first distance based on the ΔD;g) calculating a size of an orifice at the second of the plurality of points based on the discharge pressure; andh) providing an orifice at each of the plurality of distances along the lateral,such that the wastewater is disposed over the drain field through the orifices along the lateral.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the discharge pressure at the orifice is the sum of an initial pressure through the lateral expressed in ΔD claim 1 , and a change in pressure due to elevation change claim 1 , less a pressure due to friction loss.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a size of an orifice is proportional to a discharge flow rate at said orifice.5. A system for disposing effluent wastewater from a wastewater effluent line comprising one or more laterals connected to said wastewater effluent line claim 1 , the laterals comprising orifices determined by the method defined in . The present application claims priority to U.S. Patent ...

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Номер записи: 26
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Water Storage Chamber Connection System

Номер: US20200011046A1
Автор: DiTullio Robert J.
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A water detention chamber, and a system constructed from multiple such chambers, is an arch-shaped corrugated chamber having a flange having an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface of the flange has one or more protrusions, preferably elongated members, at the first end of the chamber. The upper surface of the flange has one or more mating apertures or cavities formed therein. Multiple such chambers can be connected to each other in an end-to-end fashion with protrusions at the first ends of a chamber engaged with apertures or cavities at the second ends of a second chamber. 1. A water detention system , comprising:a first plastic arch-shaped corrugated chamber having corrugations distributed along a length of the chamber extending transverse to a longitudinal axis of the chamber, the chamber having a top portion and two side portions, with a base at a lower end of each side portion, the chamber length defined by a first end and a second end; anda first flange provided at the base of each lower end of each side portion of said first plastic arch-shaped corrugated chamber, said first flange extending substantially perpendicular to the lower end of each side portion and having a first upper surface and a first lower surface;wherein the first lower surface of said first flange at the first end includes a first protrusion formed as an elongated member;wherein the first upper surface of said first flange at the second end includes a first aperture or cavity formed therein formed as an elongated slot; anda second plastic arch-shaped corrugated chamber having corrugations distributed along a length of the chamber extending transverse to a longitudinal axis of the chamber, the chamber having a top portion and two side portions, with a base at a lower end of each side portion, the chamber length defined by a first end and a second end; anda second flange provided at the base of each lower end of each side portion of said second plastic arch-shaped corrugated ...

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Номер записи: 27
09-01-2020 дата публикации

MODULAR STORM WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20200011047A1
Автор: Elliott, Haack Tyler R., JR. Thomas P., Peterson Joseph P.
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A storm water drain system and methods of assembling the same are provided. The system can be arranged to provide a water management function such as retention, detention, conveyance, or infiltration. The system can include a plurality of support modules positioned adjacent to one another to form a top deck, a bottom deck, and an interior space between the top deck and the bottom deck. The plurality of support modules can include a support module that has a bottom corbel extending from an outer surface of the support module. The bottom corbel can be located within the interior space and have a surface that contacts a portion of the bottom deck. 1. A storm water drain system configured for retention of storm water , the system comprising:a plurality of support modules positioned adjacent to one another on top of an underlying surface such that the plurality of support modules form a top deck, a bottom deck, and an interior space disposed between the top deck and the bottom deck, the top deck adapted to support an earth load applied to the top deck, the bottom deck adapted to hold a volume of water within the interior space such the volume of water is inhibited from infiltrating the underlying surface,wherein the plurality of support modules includes at least one inflow end column, at least one outflow end column, and at least one infill slab, the at least one inflow end column comprising a through hole disposed in a side wall of the at least one inflow end column near a top-deck-forming portion of the at least one inflow end column, the at least one outflow end column comprising a through hole in disposed a side wall of the at least one outflow end column near a top-deck-forming portion of the at least one outflow end column, the at least one infill slab forming a portion of the bottom deck and comprising an abutment surface that contacts a corresponding abutment surface that is disposed on the at least one inflow end column or on the at least one outflow end column. ...

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Номер записи: 28
09-01-2020 дата публикации

UNDERGROUND STORAGE SYSTEM WITH V SHAPED SUPPORT LEGS

Номер: US20200011048A1
Автор: HAEDER Corey, KENT Zachariha J., Scott John
Принадлежит: Bio Clean Environmental Services, Inc.

Individual four-sided shaped modules used in an assembly for underground storage of storm water and other fluid storage needs. Modules are assembled into a resultant four-sided tiling shape for maximized structural strength and material use efficiency. Internal four-sided shaped modules are assembled and encased by external four-sided shaped modules. Internal adjacent modules are in direct fluid communications with one another through a channel-less chamber. Internal four-sided shaped modules drain into four-sided shaped modules chamber where fluid is either stored or drained. Assemblies include various top and side pieces along with access ports for entry into said assembly. 1. An assembly system for storing water underground , wherein the assembly system is comprised of a plurality of individual adjoining four-sided modules forming a four-sided tessellation ,wherein each four-sided module is comprised of a four-sided-shaped top, where all sides meet at 90 degree angles, a combination of walls and/or legs extending downward from said four-sided-shaped top depending on their position within the assembly,wherein modules along the perimeter of the assembly contain one wall equal in length to the top to define the perimeter of the assembly to create an overall enclosed storage system,wherein, said wall is defined by extending vertically downward from said four-sided-shaped top, along its edge at a 90 degree angle so that said top and walls intercept one another at their ends,wherein said modules along the perimeter have two legs extending vertically from the four-sided-shaped top, and positioned inward from the edges of the four-sided-shaped top, and generally positioned on the side of the four-sided-shaped top opposite of the one having a wall, said legs mirrored to one another, each having a short side running parallel with the wall and a longer side running at an angle from the short side and extending inward to the center of the top,wherein modules not along the ...

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Номер записи: 29
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Optimized Hydromodification Management With Active Stormwater Controls

Номер: US20180011452A1
Автор: Goodman Judd, Quigley Marcus
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A system, methodology, and programming logic for active stormwater controls to optimize sizing and design of Hydromodification Management (HM) structural Best Management Practices (BMPs) to achieve optimal flow duration control. Control logic enables the controlled release of stormwater from a BMP in a manner most akin to pre-development flow duration curves. Inputs to this logic include: flow duration curves based on continuous hydrologic simulation for pre- and post-development conditions; real-time measurement of water level within the BMP; and real-time measurement of discharge entering the BMP. This control logic can interact with control logic for other stormwater management objectives, such as harvest and reuse, infiltration, and combined sewer overflow prevention, and respective inputs, such as real-time weather forecast data, precipitation gage data, downstream flow gauge data, and water quality data, to meet those design objectives as well. New HM BMPs can be optimized to be smaller and, thus, more feasible to implement. Existing stormwater facilities designed for flood control or other management objectives can be retrofitted to provide hydromodification control as well. When utilized with real-time flow and water level monitoring equipment and data, the flow release logic can be adaptively adjusted without physical retrofit of the BMP's outlet. 1creating parameters of a pre- and post-development continuous hydrologic simulation model of a drainage management area of interest;defining pre- and post-development flow duration data based upon the hydrologic simulation;defining desired post-development flow duration data resulting from use of flow control;creating flow rating data from the defined flow duration data;defining the physical parameters of a runoff detention facility having a water outlet with a selectively adjustable opening;defining control parameters for controlling the size of the outlet opening on the basis of the created flow rating data and ...

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Номер записи: 30
03-02-2022 дата публикации

STORMWATER PLANTER SYSTEM

Номер: US20220030778A1
Автор: IORIO Paul Anthony
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A stormwater planter system containing plant material being comprised of a container fabricated of concrete, metal, plastic, or the like, that captures surface rainwater runoff or roof rainwater runoff whereby debris, sands, sediment, pollutants within the water are separated, treated and/or attenuated via multiple processes within a predetermined organic and/or non-organic aggregate material layer. The water is then discharged from the container either through internal pipe, or by direct infiltration into the subsurface environment. More particularly, the system incorporates features and structures to enable ease of maintenance, and healthier plant growth without competition from weeds and other non-desirable plant material. 1. A planter system comprisingat least three vertical sidewalls creating an interior space;two or more discrete layers of media situated in said interior space;one or more sockets;wherein said system is partially buried in the ground;wherein said sockets are capable of containing media in which to promote vegetation growth; andfurther wherein said interior space is exposed to the atmosphere.2. The planter system according to claim 1 , further comprising a fourth vertical sidewall and a full or partial bottom side wall wherein said vertical side walls and full or partial bottom side wall forming an interior space.3. The planter system according to or claim 1 , further comprises a liner situated beneath and/or surrounding said side walls.4. The planter system according to claim 3 , wherein said liner is impermeable claim 3 , semi-impermeable or permeable.5. The planter system according to claim 1 , wherein said socket is cylindrical in shape and has a primarily open distal end and a primarily open proximal end.6. The planter system according to claim 5 , wherein said socket contains one or more root controlling mechanisms.7. The planter system according to claim 6 , wherein said socket is corrugated or has a profile.8. The planter system ...

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Номер записи: 31
15-01-2015 дата публикации

DRAINAGE BODY CONNECTING ELEMENT

Номер: US20150016874A1
Автор: Mieze Jan, Wandkowski Marco, Wichmann Thorsten
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Trench drains are hollow or grid-like bodies which can be installed in the ground and are intended to receive precipitated surface water and slowly dissipate it into the ground or to store the water. These hollow or grid-like bodies are constructed from individual drainage bodies which must be firmly connected together. Drainage body connecting elements are proposed for connecting drainage bodies, which comprise two pegs which are connected via a web can each be inserted in a receiving orifice of a drainage body so the two drainage bodies can be connected together via the web. 1. Drainage body connecting element for connecting drainage bodies , comprising two pegs which are connected via a web and can each be inserted in a receiving orifice of a drainage body so that the two drainage bodies are connected together via the web.2. Drainage body connecting element ,characterized in thatthe pegs can be locked in the receiving orifice.3. Drainage body connecting element ,characterized in thatthe pegs have outer surfaces tapering towards a lower end, and preferably at an opposite upper end have a protruding upper edge which can be inserted in the receiving orifice, in particular by form-fit.4. Drainage body connecting element according to claim 1 , characterized byfirst locking devices via which a first drainage body connecting element can be connected with a second, such that the first drainage body connecting element can be mounted in a first drainage body flush or countersunk to its surface and the second drainage body connecting element can be mounted on the first drainage body connecting element protruding above the surface.5. Drainage body connecting element according to claim 4 ,characterized in thatthe first and second drainage body connecting elements are configured identically.6. Drainage body connecting element according to claim 4 , characterized in thatthe pegs can be pushed into each other and locked in this position.7. Drainage body connecting element ...

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Номер записи: 32
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Airflow monitor for use wth a vacuum powered sewer system

Номер: US20170016225A1
Автор: Michael Bodenhafer, Taylor M. Ramsay
Принадлежит: Individual

A vacuum sewer system including at least one home collection system, a central vacuum system coupled to the home collection system and a vacuum valve monitoring system coupled to the home collection system. The vacuum valve monitoring system has an airflow detector and an indicator operatively coupled to the airflow detector, the indicator being configured to emanate an indication that the airflow detector has detected an airflow.

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Номер записи: 33
21-01-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR TREATING RAINWATER RUNOFF FROM UNDERLYING SURFACE

Номер: US20160017587A1
Автор: CHAI Hongxiang, GUO Luwei, He Qiang, JIANG Qiang, Kang Wei, KONG Lei
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A system for treating rainwater runoff from an underlying surface, including: a rainwater collecting facility, a primary runoff treatment facility, a first biological filtration facility, a second biological filtration facility, a third biological filtration facility, and a drainage canal. A pavement open channel is connected to the water inlet of the primary runoff treatment facility. The water outlet of the primary runoff treatment facility is connected to the water inlet of the first biological filtration facility. A square pipeline is connected to the water inlet of the second biological filtration facility. The water outlet of the first biological filtration facility, the water outlet of the second biological filtration facility, and a roof drainage pipeline are connected to the water inlet of the third biological filtration facility. The third biological filtration facility is connected to the drainage canal.

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Номер записи: 34
21-01-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR TREATING AND RECYCLING RAINWATER

Номер: US20160017588A1
Автор: CHAI Hongxiang, GUO Luwei, JIANG Qiang, Kang Wei, KONG Lei, LI SHEN, TAN Songming, ZHOU Yuming
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A system for treating and recycling rainwater, including at least three stages constructed wetlands disposed along a sloped surface. Each stage constructed wetland includes a coarse gravel layer, a fine gravel layer, an improved soil layer, and wetland plants from bottom to top. Slopes are disposed at two sides of the upper part of each constructed wetland and are different in heights. An intermediate overflow pipe is disposed at the top of the slope between every two adjacent constructed wetlands. A last overflow pipe communicates with a municipal rainwater pipe. The coarse gravel layers of every two adjacent constructed wetlands are connected by connecting pipes. A perforated water collecting pipe is disposed at front ends of the connecting pipes. A water outlet pipe is disposed in the bottom of the coarse gravel layer of a last stage constructed wetland and is connected to a clean water reservoir.

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Номер записи: 35
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Road surface covering system

Номер: US20190016637A1
Автор: Russell Matthew F.
Принадлежит: RJSK, LLC

A road surface covering system includes a road surface covering of concrete or asphalt, water permeable tiles disposed adjacent to an outer edge of the road surface covering and having a water conductivity of at least 7 inches of water per hour, and a subgrade bed of fill material including a porous sand. The porous sand includes at least 70% of a naturally occurring micaceous arkose rock material having at least 30 wt % of mica, and at least 50 vol % of the micaceous arkose rock material having a mean diameter of between 0.060 mm and 0.65 mm. The micaceous arkose rock material being previously kilned at a temperature of between 1100° C. and 1300° C. 1. A road surface covering system , comprising:a road surface covering comprising at least one of concrete or asphalt, the road surface covering being define by a first outer edge;a plurality of water permeable tiles disposed adjacent to the first outer edge of the road surface covering, the water permeable tiles having a water conductivity, based on a constant water column of 30 inches, of at least 7 inches of water per hour; anda subgrade bed of fill material disposed beneath the plurality of water permeable tiles and at least a portion of the road surface covering, the subgrade bed of fill material comprising a porous sand, the porous sand comprising at least 70% by weight of a naturally occurring micaceous arkose rock material, the micaceous arkose rock material comprising at least 30% by weight of mica, at least about 50% by volume of the micaceous arkose rock material having a mean diameter of between about 0.060 mm and about 0.65 mm, and the micaceous arkose rock material having been previously kilned at of temperature of between 1100° C. and 1300° C. to transform at least 30% by weight of micaceous components in the micaceous arkose rock material into feldspar containing metal sulfides.2. The road surface covering system of and wherein the plurality of water permeable tiles are each defined by an upper surface ...

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Номер записи: 36
16-01-2020 дата публикации

VENTURI AND SALINITY MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VACUUM SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20200018056A1
Автор: Castle Edward Robert, Saus Daniel Edward, Suggs Stephen James
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A vacuum sewer monitor includes a venturi pipe having an inlet portion, a choke portion, and an outlet portion. The choke portion includes a smaller diameter than the entrance portion and the outlet portion. A first pressure sensor is configured to read a level of pressure at the inlet portion. A second pressure sensor configured to read a level of pressure at the choke portion. A transmitter is configured to send the levels of pressure of the first pressure sensor and the second pressure sensor to a remote computing system. 1. A vacuum sewer monitor comprising:a venturi pipe comprising an inlet portion, a choke portion, and an outlet portion, wherein the choke portion comprises a smaller diameter than the entrance portion and the outlet portion;a first pressure sensor configured to read a level of pressure at the inlet portion;a second pressure sensor configured to read a level of pressure at the choke portion; anda transmitter configured to send the levels of pressure of the first pressure sensor and the second pressure sensor to a remote computing system.2. The vacuum sewer monitor of claim 1 , further comprising the remote computing system claim 1 , wherein the remote computing system comprises a processor claim 1 , a memory claim 1 , and a display.3. The vacuum sewer monitor of claim 2 , wherein the processorcalculates a pressure differential between the inlet portion and the choke portion.4. The vacuum sewer monitor of claim 3 , wherein the processordisplays a digital representation of a geographic location of the vacuum sewer monitor; andproduces an alert if the pressure differential is irregular.5. The vacuum sewer monitor of claim 1 , further comprising a salinity measuring device configured to read a level of salinity claim 1 , wherein the transmitter is configured to send the level of salinity to the remote computing system.6. A system for monitoring a sewer system comprising: a venturi pipe comprising an inlet portion, a choke portion, and an outlet ...

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Номер записи: 37
22-01-2015 дата публикации

DETAIN H2O - DETENTION POND RETROFIT DEVICE

Номер: US20150020886A1
Автор: BEAULIEU Jake, GOODRICH James A., HAWLEY Robert J., MACMANNIS Katherine R.
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Aspects of a detention pond retrofit device for detention basin outlet control provide structures designed to throttle stormwater flow and maintain the rate at which water is discharged from the system below Qcritical, the flow rate at which erosion and down cutting of the receiving stream would begin, based on channel morphology and bed material resistance. The primary goal of the device is to induce increased flow detention during low to moderate rain events, while providing similar hydraulic performance during large events to that of the detention basin performance prior to the installation of the retrofit unit. This is achieved through a “T” or “Y” design with split flow paths, in which the lower path is hydraulically restricted through the installation of structures while the upper path is unrestricted. 1. A detention basin comprising:an unrestricted flow path; anda flow path containing a retrofit restriction device.2. The detention basin of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit restriction device further comprises:a lower path that is hydraulically restricted; andan unrestricted upper flow path.3. The detention basin of claim 2 , wherein the hydraulic restriction of the lower path includes at least one of a restrictor plate claim 2 , filter media claim 2 , filter fabric claim 2 , wire mesh claim 2 , debris gates claim 2 , and a structural support.4. The detention basin of claim 1 , wherein the design angle between the unrestricted flow path and the flow path containing the retrofit restriction device is a “T” design or a “Y” design.5. The detention basin of claim 4 , wherein:the design angle between the unrestricted flow path and the flow path containing the retrofit restriction device is 45°,the diameter of the detention basin outlet, unrestricted upper flow path, and hydraulically restricted lower path are the same, andthe hydraulic restriction is filter media.6. The detention basin of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit restriction device is prefabricated with ...

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Номер записи: 38
28-01-2016 дата публикации

RETROFIT CATCH BASIN FOR USE IN STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PRACTICE

Номер: US20160024778A1
Автор: THOMAS Kyle Emmett
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A catch basin retrofit that allows stormwater to be diverted from an existing storm sewer to an alternative stormwater management practice (SMP), while maintaining functionality of the catch basin as an overflow device for the alternative SMP. 1. A method of installing a stormwater diversion and overflow device , the method comprising replacing a frame and grate functioning as an opening for stormwater runoff to enter a catch basin with the stormwater diversion and overflow device to divert stormwater runoff to an alternative stormwater management practice device and redirect excess stormwater runoff exceeding the capacity of the alternative stormwater management practice device back to the catch basin , the stormwater diversion and overflow device comprising:a diversion and overflow frame; anda diversion and overflow cover,the frame comprising a perimeter member having a first portion extending less than 360 degrees around a perimeter of the frame, the perimeter member at least partially defining an opening through which fluid can flow,the cover extending beyond the frame on at least one side an amount sufficient to carry stormwater runoff to a storm water management practice system,the cover bounding the opening, the opening configured to allow stormwater to pass from the stormwater management practice system to the catch basin.2. The method of claim 2 , wherein the stormwater diversion and overflow device further comprises an overflow grate claim 2 , the overflow grate comprising:a vertical portion which comprises at least a portion of a perimeter of the grate; andat least one slat extending from a first end connected to the vertical portion to a second, unconnected end,the vertical portion at least partially defining the opening.3. A stormwater diversion and overflow device claim 2 , the device comprising:a grate assembly,the grate assembly comprising a grate and a cover,the grate having a first side, a second side opposing the first side, a volume between the ...

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Номер записи: 39
25-01-2018 дата публикации

SANITARY UNIT WITH MONITORING DEVICE

Номер: US20180023275A1
Автор: Getmann Dennis, Meyer Patrick
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The invention relates to a mobile sanitary device, comprising a bowl having an upper opening, a water storage tank which is connected to the bowl via a water conduit that supplies water from the water storage tank to the bowl, a wastewater tank which is connected to the bowl via a wastewater line that discharges the wastewater out of the bowl from a bowl outlet opening to the wastewater tank, a first intermediate tank which is inserted into the water conduit between the water storage tank and the bowl or into the wastewater line between the bowl outlet opening and the wastewater tank. According to the invention, a first sensor for detecting a measured value characterising a status in the first intermediate tank is arranged on the first intermediate tank, and an electronic monitoring unit is provided which is in signal communication with the first sensor and comprises an electronic memory unit in which process data are stored which represent at least one setpoint value of an operational process of supplying water from the water storage tank to the bowl and of water discharge out of the bowl to the wastewater tank. The electronic monitoring unit also comprises an electronic comparator unit which is configured to compare the measured value from the first sensor with the setpoint value of the operational process and to output an error message if the measured value differs from the setpoint value. 3. The sanitary device according to claim 1 ,wherein the first sensor is a pressure sensor for measuring an overpressure or underpressure in the first intermediate tank,the measured value or the series of measured values characterise an overpressure or underpressure, or an overpressure or underpressure time curve in the first intermediate tank, andthe setpoint value or the sequence of setpoint values define a setpoint overpressure or underpressure or a setpoint overpressure and underpressure time curve in the first intermediate tank.6. The sanitary device according to claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 40
24-04-2014 дата публикации

INCLINED PLATES FOR CSO

Номер: US20140110348A1
Автор: Bruijn Hans de, Moran Dennis R., Trnka Walter C.
Принадлежит: Fresh Creek Technologies, Inc.

This device serves to improve water quality under gravity flow conditions. The water quality treatment device traps floating debris with replaceable netting, it contains oil spills and settles sediment in self-cleaning settling cells above a collection bunker inside a chamber. The device directs the water below the inclined cells, through the inclined cells, or over the inclined cells, depending on the inflow intensity. All inflowing water enters the net cavity and the net is supported by the inclined cell assembly. The pollutant collection surfaces are overlapping each other and aligned with the water flow direction. A hinged baffle with orifices controls the flow rate through the inclined cells. The netting is replaceable when filled with debris through an access opening in the ceiling of the chamber. The sediment bunker is cleaned through access openings in the ceiling from the chamber inflow side and the exit side. 1. A water purifying chamber comprising:a first chamber enclosure with a bottom, top and sidewalls;a water inlet permitting water to flow into the first chamber from a water source;a water exit permitting water to flow out of the first chamber no higher than the water inlet;a second chamber within the bottom portion of the first chamber where the entire second chamber is accessible from the water inlet across to the water exit;a ribbed inclined cell separator located between the water inlet and the water exist wherein a top surface of the cell separator is level with the inverts of the inlet and exit and wherein a bottom surface of the cell separator is adjacent the second chamber to deposit a settled sediment in the water flow on the bottom wall;a net at the water inlet to receive all inflowing water substantially supported by the top surface of the ribbed inclined cell separator whereby the water can freely flow below and over the top surface of the inclined cell separator;an elevated primary weir above the top surface of the inclined cell separator ...

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Номер записи: 41
01-02-2018 дата публикации

TESSELLATION SQUARE MODULE AND UNDERGROUND STORAGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180030712A1
Автор: KENT Zachariha J., Scott John
Принадлежит: Bio Clean Environmental Services, Inc.

Individual square shaped modules used in an assembly for underground storage of storm water and other fluid storage needs. Modules are assembled into a resultant square tilling shape for maximized structural strength and material use efficiency. Internal square shaped modules are assembled and encased by external square shaped modules. Internal adjacent modules are in direct fluid communications with one another through a channel-less chamber. Internal square shaped modules drain into square shaped modules chamber where fluid is either stored or drained. Assemblies include various top and side pieces along with access ports for entry into said assembly. 1. An assembly system for storing water underground , wherein the assembly system is comprised of a plurality of individual adjoining square modules forming a square tessellation ,wherein each square module is comprised of a square-shaped top, a combination of walls and/or legs extending downward from said square-shaped top depending on their position within the assembly,wherein modules along the perimeter of the assembly contain one wall to define the perimeter of the assembly to create an overall enclosed storage system,wherein modules at the perimeter corner of the assembly contain two walls,adjacent to one another, to define the perimeter corner of the assembly to create an overall enclosed storage system,wherein, said walls are defined by extending vertically downward from said square-shaped top, along its edges so that said top and walls intercept one another at their ends,wherein said modules along the perimeter have one or two legs extending vertically from the square-shaped top, and positioned inward from the edges of the square-shaped top, and generally positioned on sides of the square-shaped top not having walls,wherein said modules at the perimeter corner have one leg extending vertically from the square-shaped top, and positioned inward from the edges of the square-shaped top, and generally positioned ...

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Номер записи: 42
31-01-2019 дата публикации

IRRIGATION CURTAIN AND EROSION CONTROL METHOD FOR REGENERATIVE STORMWATER CONVEYANCE

Номер: US20190032321A1
Автор: Underwood Keith
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In a Regenerative Stormwater Conveyance (RSC) system, rather than increase base flow by putting a horizontal layer of clay and silts in the entire streambed, constructing vertical irrigation curtains with clay rich soil to interrupt the groundwater flow at certain intervals will increase surface water base flows and improve habitat and water quality while also improving the interactions between the hyporheic zones and the channel. Also, by initially providing a subsurface flow channel through which water can flow, for example, using a perforated pipe, and building an access road over that channel during construction, erosion in the RSC project area can be significantly reduced or eliminated. 1. A system comprising:a channel located in or on the ground at a geographic location and defining a path through which water flows from a first end of said channel to a second end of said channel; a weir pool having first and second ends formed along said channel and being operable to hold water;', 'one or more first rocks positioned at the first end of said weir pool, each of said first rocks having top and bottom surfaces and front and back sides, wherein the front side of said first rocks faces the first end of said weir pool and the top surface of at least one of said first rocks is higher than the water level in said weir pool; and', 'a plurality of second rocks located adjacent to the back side of said first rocks, wherein the back side of said first rocks faces said second rocks and wherein each of said second rocks is smaller than each of said first rocks; and, 'at least one riffle weir positioned along said channel and arranged to transition water from a first level to a second level that is lower than the first level, each of said riffle weirs including,'}an irrigation curtain disposed in an area of said channel that includes a hypohereic zone of said channel, said irrigation curtain further including a vertical mass of material disposed beneath a surface of said ...

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Номер записи: 43
30-01-2020 дата публикации

END CAPS FOR STORMWATER CHAMBERS AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME

Номер: US20200032499A1
Автор: KUEHN Michael David, MAILHOT David James
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A disclosed corrugated end cap includes a corrugated frame having one or more corrugations defined by one or more sets of alternating peaks and valleys. The end cap also includes one or more ribs disposed in one or more of the valleys and one or more valley reinforcements disposed in the valleys and running over a top surface of the corrugated frame. For example, the one or more ribs may be configured to increase a resistance of the frame to bending. Additionally or alternatively, the top surface, a front surface, and a rear of the corrugated frame surround a recess configured to receive latch ridges from a stormwater chamber. 1. A corrugated end cap , comprising:a corrugated frame comprising one or more corrugations defined by one or more sets of alternating peaks and valleys;one or more ribs disposed in one or more of the valleys and configured to increase a resistance of the frame to bending; andone or more valley reinforcements disposed in the valleys and running over a top surface of the corrugated frame.2. The corrugated end cap of claim 1 , wherein the one or more ribs are disposed on an exterior of the end cap.3. The corrugated end cap of claim 1 , wherein the one or more ribs are disposed on an interior of the end cap.4. The corrugated end cap of claim 1 , wherein the one or more valley reinforcements further run over a rear surface of the corrugated frame.5. The corrugated end cap of claim 1 , wherein the one or more valley reinforcements are tapered along at least one of a width or a height.6. The corrugated end cap of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more ribs is disposed at an angle relative to a corresponding one of the peaks.7. The corrugated end cap of claim 6 , wherein the one or more ribs comprise a plurality of ribs claim 6 , and at least two of the plurality of ribs are disposed at different angles relative to corresponding ones of the peaks.8. The corrugated end cap of claim 6 , wherein the one or more ribs comprise a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 44
30-01-2020 дата публикации

DRAIN TRENCH BODY AND CENTER PLATE

Номер: US20200032500A1
Автор: Bhatia Ramon, Mieze Jan, Wandkowski Marco
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The invention relates to a drain trench body having base plates (), between which columns () are arranged vertically. The drain trench body comprises side walls () which are connected to the base plates (). The side walls () and the base plates () have first and second locking elements () which are in engagement with each other. The locking elements () are movable relative to one another in the height direction along the longitudinal axis of the columns (). The invention further relates to a center plate () for a drain trench body. 1111213141112. A drain trench body comprising base plates ( , ) between columns () that are vertically arranged , and side walls () to which the base plates ( , ) are connected ,{'b': 14', '11', '12', '15', '16', '13, 'the side walls () and the base plates (, ) comprise first and second locking elements (, ) which are engaged with one another and can move relative to each other in the direction of height along the longitudinal axis of the columns ().'}21514161112. The drain trench body of claim 1 , wherein the first locking elements () are designed as catch elements of the side walls () claim 1 , and the second locking elements () are designed as holding edges of the base plates ( claim 1 , ) claim 1 , that extend in the direction of the height.3111217141717. The drain trench body of claim 1 , wherein the base plates ( claim 1 , ) comprise outer surfaces () which extend in the direction of height claim 1 , and the side walls () rest on the outer surfaces () and can move relative to the outer surfaces ().4171814191814. The drain trench body of claim 3 , wherein the outer surfaces () comprise edges () and the side walls () comprise projections () which extend inward and cooperate with the edges () as stops for limiting the relative motion of the side walls () in the direction of height.520111213. The drain trench body of claim 1 , wherein at least one center plate () is arranged parallel to the base plates ( 1 , ) between the columns (). ...

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Номер записи: 45
12-02-2015 дата публикации

GREY WATER INTERFACE VALVE LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20150040311A1
Автор: BOODAGHIANS RAZMIK B., Hennings Jakob, Hilse Joachim, Kurvink Jeroen Willem, Lean Rohan
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Embodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a grey water interface valve liquid level sensor system. The liquid level sensor system may deliver information about the water level and the water movement that occurs in a water reservoir. A control unit may then activate a valve to open so that the water can be removed via vacuum. 1. A water level sensing system , comprising:at least one differential sensor and at least one absolute sensor;wherein the water level sensing system is positioned on an outer surface of a liquid reservoir such that the system does not contact liquid in the reservoir, andwherein the sensors function at an excitation frequency of greater than about 4 MHz.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the water level sensing system comprises a set of at least three sensor plates arranged such that a first plate receives a sine signal claim 1 , a second plate receives an inverted signal claim 1 , and a third plate serves as a read plate.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the third plate is positioned between the first and second plates.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least three sensor plates are switchable between providing absolute and differential readings.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least three sensor plates are switchable between functioning as sine signal receiver claim 2 , inverted signal receiver claim 2 , or read plate.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one differential measuring sensor and the at least one absolute measuring sensor comprise capacitive sensors.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensors function at an excitation frequency of between about 4 MHz and about 20 MHz.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensors function at a plurality of frequencies and are designed to frequency hop when needed.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the water level sensing position is installed on a grey water reservoir on an aircraft.10. A grey water interface valve sensor system for use on a passenger ...

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Номер записи: 46
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Multi-port valve

Номер: US20170037607A1
Автор: David Beach, Kevin Huang, Nguyen Tram, Razmik B. Boodaghians, Sebastien WEBER, Timothy BIRBECK
Принадлежит: MAG Aerospace Industries LLC

Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to multi-port valves for use in controlling the direction of fluids and mixed media, and find particular use in connection with toilet systems, such as vacuum toilet systems.

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Номер записи: 47
09-02-2017 дата публикации

ASSEMBLY FOR DETAINING OR RETAINING LIQUID BENEATH A GROUND SURFACE

Номер: US20170037610A1
Автор: Burkhart Philip J., Heraty Tom, May Justin Ivan
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A modular assembly is provided for detaining or retaining a liquid beneath a ground surface. The assembly featuring a plurality of substantially identical precast unitary concrete modules with each module having a deck portion with outer edges and a plurality of spaced apart legs extending from the deck portion. At least two of the legs of a module are spaced inwardly from the nearest outer edge of the deck portion of the same module so that a portions of the deck overhangs each of said legs. The legs and deck portions define flow paths within each module that are in fluid communication with each other with the flow paths being both outside the legs and between the legs. Each module in the assembly is further positioned with its deck adjacent to the deck of another module. 1. A modular assembly for detaining or retaining a liquid comprising:a plurality of substantially identical precast unitary concrete modules each having a deck portion having outer edges and a plurality of spaced apart legs extending from the deck portion, wherein at least two of the legs of a module are spaced inwardly from the nearest outer edge of the deck portion of the same module so that portions of the deck overhang each of said legs;wherein the legs and deck portions define flow paths within each module, the flow paths including flow paths outside the legs and flow paths between the legs, all of the flow paths being in fluid communication with one another;wherein each module is positioned with its deck adjacent to the deck of another module.2. The assembly of wherein each module includes pairs of parallel deck portion outer edges.3. The assembly of wherein the flow paths include lateral and longitudinal flow paths.4. The assembly of wherein the lateral and longitudinal flow paths extend through centers of the respective modules.5. The assembly of wherein the deck portions are rectilinear.6. The assembly of wherein each module that is within an interior of the assembly is positioned with at ...

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Номер записи: 48
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Vacuum sewage system with monitoring system and method of use

Номер: US20170037611A1
Автор: Clint Hawn, Mark Jones
Принадлежит: Bilfinger Water Technologies Inc

A vacuum sewage system includes a collection station, a vacuum pump, a sewage pump, a collection tank, a control system, a valve pit, a first conduit extending from the collection station to the valve pit, a second conduit extending from the valve pit and terminating in a closed end, a valve located in the valve pit for selectively permitting sewage and waste water to flow from the valve pit toward the collection station upon activation of the valve, an electric air admission controller or a solenoid for selectively opening and closing the valve, a first sensor associated with the electronic air admission controller or the solenoid and a second sensor located adjacent the closed end of the second conduit. The system may be utilized to monitor and remedy various undesirable operating conditions in the system and to perform routines to increase operating efficiency of the system.

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Номер записи: 49
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Stormwater Chamber with Stackable Reinforcing Ribs

Номер: US20180038090A1
Автор: DiTullio Robert J.
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An arch-shaped corrugated chamber having corrugation peaks and valleys, with reinforcing ribs provided on the corrugation peaks. The ribs extend upwardly from a chamber base to a rib upper end, and have an arch-shaped cross-section with an outer surface extending outwardly from a corrugation peak and a fin extending inwardly from the corrugation peak, and optionally, a rib line provided on the rib outer surface on the rib arch-shaped cross-section. A channel formed by the inner surface of the rib is sized to receive a corresponding rib of a second chamber so that multiple similar chambers with ribs may be stacked together. 1. A chamber , comprising:a plastic arch-shaped corrugated chamber having a plurality of corrugation peaks and a plurality of corrugation valleys distributed along a length of the chamber, the corrugation peaks and corrugation valleys extending transverse to a lengthwise axis of the chamber, the chamber having a top portion and two side portions, with a base at a lower end of each side portion; anda rib provided on a plurality of the plurality of corrugation peaks, each rib having an outer surface extending outwardly from a corrugation peak and fins extending inwardly, wherein each rib extends upwardly from one of the bases to a rib upper end,the rib having a depth and the fins having a depth, the rib depth and the fins depth tapering from a greater depth adjacent to the one of the bases to a lesser depth above the one of the bases;whereby the rib and the fins define a channel sized to receive a corresponding rib of a second chamber, the channel having a depth varying from a maximum depth adjacent the one of the bases to a minimum depth adjacent a location above the one of the bases.2. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein each rib has an outwardly extending arch-shaped cross-section with the fins extending inwardly from the rib arch-shaped cross-section.3. The chamber of claim 2 , wherein the rib arch-shaped cross-section has a depth and the fins ...

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Номер записи: 50
12-02-2015 дата публикации

UNDERGROUND BIORETENTION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20150041379A1
Автор: Kent Zacharia
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Embodiments of the present invention provide underground bioretention systems that capture and treat surface water runoff. Such underground bioretention systems have a chamber formed by a chamber floor, a chamber ceiling, and at least one chamber wall; an access opening in the chamber ceiling fitted with an access opening cover; an influent opening in the chamber ceiling or the at least one chamber wall; an effluent opening positioned in the chamber floor or the at least one chamber wall beneath the influent opening; a filtration media positioned in the chamber beneath the influent opening; and an underdrain system positioned in proximity with the chamber floor. Also in such bioretention systems, the chamber floor, the chamber ceiling, and the at least one chamber wall are comprised of a material and a design adapted to form the chamber in a manner that withstands pressure applied thereon by subterranean and ground surface materials. 2. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising live vegetation in the filtration media.3. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising a mulch above the filtration media.4. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising a rock backfill in proximity with the underdrain system.5. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration media is placed over a layer of matrix underdrain structure.6. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising a plant establishment media in proximity with a surface of the filtration media and live vegetation in the plant establishment media.7. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising a splash guard positioned under the influent opening.8. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising an inlet flow distributor and sedimentation chamber positioned under the influent opening.9. The underground bioretention system of claim 1 , further comprising a flow ...

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Номер записи: 51
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Regenerative stormwater conveyance system and method

Номер: US20220056684A1
Автор: Underwood Keith R.
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A regenerative stormwater conveyance (RSC) system for treating and dispersing stormwater runoff is disclosed which includes an upstream entry point where water enters the system and an entry pool downstream from the entry point that collects water from the entry point. The RSC system includes one or more shallow aquatic beds that receive water from the entry pool in a serial manner and each of which includes a filtration structure for filtering water from the aquatic bed. Riffle weir grade control structures are positioned between the aquatic beds and transition water overflowing from each upstream aquatic bed to a downstream aquatic bed. Accordingly, collected stormwater runoff traverses the series of aquatic beds and riffle weir grading structures and is treated and safely detained, thus, conveying stormwater to groundwater through infiltration. 115-. (canceled)16. A regenerative stormwater conveyance system comprising:an entry point from which water enters the system;an entry pool operable to collect water entering from the entry point, said entry pool being located at an upstream point in said system;a first aquatic bed having a filtration structure operable to filter water;a first riffle weir grade control structure operable to transition overflow water from said entry pool to said first aquatic bed, wherein said first aquatic bed is lower than said entry pool;a sand base disposed beneath at least the filtration structure and operable to carry filtered water from the filtration structure downstream; andan impervious structure positioned within the sand base and directing water through at least a portion of said sand base.17. The system of claim 16 , further comprising a vertical structure disposed within said first aquatic bed and at least partially embedded within said sand base.18. The system of claim 17 , wherein the vertical structure includes an inverted root wad including a root ban and trunk of a tree.19. The system of claim 17 , wherein the vertical ...

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Номер записи: 52
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Toilet Arrangement

Номер: US20190040617A1
Автор: Lappalainen Vesa, Rönnblad Kaj
Принадлежит: EVAC OY

Toilet arrangement, which includes a gravity toilet bowl () provided with a water trap () and an outlet (). The arrangement further includes a water valve (), a flush water tank (), and a flush valve () arranged between the flush water tank () and the toilet bowl (), and an activating means () for activating a flushing sequence. In order to allow for the use of a standard gravity toilet bowl in connection with a vacuum sewage system, the toilet arrangement comprises an adapter () which is arranged between the gravity toilet bowl () and a discharge valve () connected to a vacuum sewer piping (). A control mechanism () is connected to the vacuum sewer piping (), the discharge valve (), the water valve () and the flush valve (), whereby the control mechanism () is arranged to be activated by means of the activating means (). 1111125464182313122213121237325678. Toilet arrangement , which includes a gravity toilet bowl () provided with a water trap () and an outlet () having a diameter corresponding to a given first diameter of a gravity sewer pipe , which arrangement further includes a water valve () , a flush water tank () , and a flush valve () arranged between the flush water tank () and the gravity toilet bowl () , and an activating means () for activating a flushing sequence of the gravity toilet bowl , characterized in that the toilet arrangement comprises a discharge valve () , a vacuum sewer piping () , and an adapter () for providing a flow connection between the outlet () , with a given first diameter of a gravity sewer pipe , and the discharge valve () , with a given second diameter of the vacuum sewer piping , that a first end of the discharge valve () is directly connected by means of the adapter () to the outlet () of the gravity toilet bowl () and that a second end of the discharge valve () , opposite to said first end , is directly connected to the vacuum sewer piping () , that a control mechanism () is connected to the vacuum sewer piping () , the ...

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Номер записи: 53
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Underground Stormwater Storage System

Номер: US20200040562A1
Автор: Cashatt Judd Clayton
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A system and method for an underground stormwater storage system which may comprise a pit, a structure, and a liner. The structure may be disposed within the center of the pit and surround by the porous backfill and wherein outlets are disposed on the crown of the structure. A liner may form the outer layer of the pit. A method for releasing stormwater may comprise capturing stormwater from a surface, containing the stormwater within a structure, releasing a volume of the stormwater from the structure and draining an additional volume of the stormwater from the crown of the structure from an outlet when the structure is capturing more stormwater than it is releasing. 1. An underground stormwater storage structure , comprising:an outlet, wherein the outlet is disposed above the midrise of the structure; anda one-way valve, wherein the one-way valve is disposed in a bulkhead of the structure.2. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the outlet is disposed on the crown of the structure.3. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises a cover.4. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises a screen.5. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises an attachment point.6. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the structure further comprises an outlet pipe.7. The underground stormwater storage structure of claim 1 , wherein the structure further comprises an inlet pipe.8. An underground stormwater storage system claim 1 , comprising:a structure, wherein the structure comprises an outlet, wherein the outlet is disposed above the midrise of the structure;a connector pipe, wherein the connector pipe is connected to the structure; andan outlet control structure, wherein the outlet control structure comprises a one-way valve, and further wherein the outlet control structure is connected to the connector ...

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Номер записи: 54
06-02-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE TOILET WITH IMPROVED SANITATION AND SECURITY FEATURES

Номер: US20200040563A1
Автор: BEACH DAVID, Boodaghians Razmik, Choi Christopher, Goeschel Christoph, Kim David, Mathews Oscar, Stachowski Joerg
Принадлежит: MAG Aerospace Industries, LLC

Methods and systems for equipping a toilet with hygiene and safety features by controlling and reducing potential escape of liquid waste from the toilet. 1. A vehicle toilet , comprising a transparent toilet shroud.2. A fragrance distribution system for a vehicle toilet , comprising:a vehicle toilet shroud;a fragrance container positioned behind the vehicle toilet shroud such that it is guarded from external tampering;one or more fragrance delivering conduits fluidly cooperating with the fragrance container and configured to deliver fragrance to the vehicle toilet.3. The fragrance delivery system of claim 2 , wherein the fragrance is delivered during or after a toilet flush. This application is a division of U.S. Nonprovisional application Ser. No. 15/796,196, filed Oct. 27, 2017, titled “Vehicle Toilet with Improved Sanitation and Security Features,” the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to methods and systems for equipping a toilet with hygiene and safety features by controlling and reducing potential escape of liquid waste from the toilet.Many types of passenger transportation vehicles (such as aircraft, ships, buses, trains, and any other passenger transport vehicles) use vacuum toilets. These toilets generally experience a very high service frequency, as there are typically only a few toilets provided that are intended to service hundreds of passengers. Vehicle toilets are often used in a small enclosed space, such as an aircraft lavatory. Although venting and odor-reduction features are provided in lavatories, cleanliness and waste splash may still present issues, particularly around the toilet shroud. For example, liquid waste can escape through the toilet rim vent holes onto a lavatory floor when the liquid is moving at a high velocity. This may be either human waste or other liquid galley waste being emptied into the toilet by aircraft attendants. Splashing of human and/or ...

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Номер записи: 55
18-02-2021 дата публикации

System for Drainage of Surface Water

Номер: US20210047822A1
Автор: Johnsen Asle
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System for drainage of surface water, the system comprises a number of tanks being connected to a main pipeline leading water to a recipient. Each tank has at least one outlet for leading water from the tank to the main pipeline, and a corresponding lid, the lid is limiting the outlet until the water is at a predetermined level in the tank. The system further comprises a check valve arranged downstream of the outlet of each tank, preventing water from entering the tank from the main pipeline, and at least one air bleeder valve and at least one siphonic drainage regulator arranged between a tank and the recipient. 19-. (canceled)10. A system for drainage of surface water , the system , comprising:a plurality of tanks connected to a main pipeline for providing water to a recipient, each tank having at least one outlet for leading water from the tank to the main pipeline, the at least one outlet comprising a corresponding lid for limiting the outlet until water is at a predetermined level within the tank, whereina check valve is arranged on a pipeline connected to the at least one outlet of the tank downstream of the outlet of the respective outlet for preventing water from entering the tank from the main pipeline,the pipeline is arranged as an inverted U-shaped pipeline within a tank downstream of the outlet, andat least one air bleeder valve is arranged on the inverted U-shaped pipeline.11. The system according to claim 10 , comprising a plurality of branch pipelines connected to a main pipeline leading water to the recipient claim 10 , wherein a plurality of tanks are connected to each branch pipeline claim 10 , and that an inverted U-shaped pipeline is arranged between the branch pipeline and the main pipeline.12. The system according to claim 10 , wherein the air bleeder valve is arranged at a top of a bend of the inverted U-shaped pipeline.13. The system according to claim 11 , wherein the air bleeder valve is arranged at a top of a bend of the inverted U-shaped ...

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Номер записи: 56
15-02-2018 дата публикации

WASTEWATER LEACHING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180044209A1
Автор: Potts David A.
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Methods, apparatus, and systems involving high aspect ratio conduits are provided. These may involve a plurality of high aspect ratio leaching channels that may be spaced a predetermined distance apart from each other. The predetermined distance can facilitate backfilling of the volumes of adjacent high aspect ratio leaching channels. The backfill may be sand as well as other materials. 1. A wastewater treatment system comprising: each of the three infiltrative channels spaced apart from each other,', 'each of the three infiltrative channels having an exterior geotextile and having at least two upright infiltrative surfaces,', 'each of the three infiltrative channels having a top, a bottom, a height, a width, and a length wherein the height to width aspect ratio of each of the infiltrative channel is 3 or 96 or is between 3 and 96,', 'each of the three infiltrative channels have sections of one foot or more along their length without an upright interconnecting infiltrative surface interconnecting any of the three infiltrative channels to a neighboring infiltrative channel;, 'a first, second, and third, infiltrative channel,'}a first separation spacer, the first separation spacer having a length, the length of the first separation spacer positioned between exterior geotextile of the first infiltrative channel and exterior geotextile of the second infiltrative channel, and the first separation spacer configured to provide a spacing between the first infiltrative channel and the second infiltrative channel, the first separation spacer configured so as not to convey wastewater from the first infiltrative channel to the second infiltrative channel via the first separation spacer;a second separation spacer, the second separation spacer positioned between exterior geotextile of the second infiltrative channel and exterior geotextile of the third infiltrative channel, and the second separation spacer configured to provide a spacing between the second infiltrative channel ...

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Номер записи: 57
15-02-2018 дата публикации

WASTEWATER LEACHING CHAMBER

Номер: US20180044905A1
Автор: Borkowski Daniel, Jewett David, Potts David A.
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Wastewater leaching chambers and leaching channels are disclosed. The chambers may include a recess for receiving a wastewater supply, the recess serving to lower the overall height of the combined chamber and supply. The recess also configured to tightly seat the supply and form a gap therebetween. Leaching channels having a high aspect ratio may also be coupled to or otherwise in fluid communication with the chamber. 1. A wastewater treatment system comprising:a leaching chamber with one or more wall(s), a top portion, and a chamber, the top portion configured with a wastewater supply receiving recess, the recess having a plurality of passages configured to receive wastewater from a wastewater supply conduit positioned in the recess and to pass the received wastewater through at least one of the passages and into the chamber; anda wastewater supply conduit with a plurality of wastewater discharge orifices, the wastewater supply conduit sitting in the recess of the leaching chamber, the discharge orifices positioned to discharge into a gap created by the mating of the leaching conduit and the recess, the gap at least in part protected from soil infiltration by the mating of the wastewater supply conduit and the recess.2. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the wastewater supply conduit is a circular pipe and the gap has a depth of at least 9/10 the diameter of the leaching conduit.3. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the leaching chamber comprises concrete and the recess is in a “V” shape.4. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the leaching chamber has a length and the mating of the wastewater supply conduit and the recess runs along at least a portion of the length of the leaching chamber.5. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the leaching chamber has an overall exterior shape that is circular claim 1 , semicircular or rectangular or square.6. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the leaching chamber is comprised of plastic.7. ...

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Номер записи: 58
08-05-2014 дата публикации

STORM WATER CATCH BASIN HAZARDOUS LIQUID VALVE

Номер: US20140124421A1
Автор: Shaw Mark D.
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A storm water catch basin hazardous liquid valve that is automatically responsive to the presence of hazardous liquids in storm water run-off, the valve utilizing a hydrophobic barrier member to separate hazardous liquids from water. Collection of a sufficient amount of hazardous liquids across the hydrophobic barrier member initiates a float release member to seal off the catch basin. In the neutral or non-activated status, the storm water run-off enters the catch basin, passes through the valve assembly and out through the storm water conduit system in normal manner. When a hazardous liquid, such as oil, gasoline, chemicals, etc., is present in the storm water run-off above a threshold amount, the valve activates to close off the catch basin such that the storm water run-off is precluded from entering the storm water conduit system. 1. A storm water catch basin automatic valve assembly reactive to the presence of hazardous liquids , said valve assembly adapted for placement into a storm water catch basin whereby storm water passes through said valve assembly , said valve assembly comprising:a spring-operated float valve comprising a float release member;a hazardous liquid sump comprising an open top and depending from a separation floor, said float release member being disposed within said hazardous liquid sump;a hydrophobic nanoparticle barrier member positioned on said separation floor adjacent said open top of said hazardous liquid sump;whereby water present on said separation floor is precluded by said hydrophobic nanoparticle barrier member from passing into said hazardous liquid sump, and whereby hazardous liquids present on said separation floor pass across said hydrophobic nanoparticle barrier member into said hazardous liquid sump, thereby raising said float release member to actuate said spring-operated float valve and stop flow of storm water through said valve assembly.2. The valve assembly of claim 1 , further comprising flow apertures and a deflector ...

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Номер записи: 59
03-03-2022 дата публикации

STORMWATER RUNOFF TREATMENT SUBSTRATE AND STORMWATER BIORETENTION SYSTEM CONSTRUCTED BY USING SUBSTRATE

Номер: US20220064024A1
Автор: CHAI Hongxiang, KONG Zheng, MA Jingchen, SHAO Zhiyu
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A stormwater runoff treatment substrate includes a lower pyrite substrate layer and an upper biochar substrate layer. The lower pyrite substrate layer includes pyrite, oyster shell powder, and sandy materials in a volume ratio of 10:5:85. The upper biochar substrate layer includes biochar or activated carbon, organic nutrient soil, and sandy materials in a volume ratio of 20:3:77.

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Номер записи: 60
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CENTRAL INTEGRATED NURSING MACHINE

Номер: US20170049649A1
Автор: Lu Weidong, Sang Shuhua, Song Qiang
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A central integrated nursing machine includes a main unit and a plurality of working heads, wherein the main unit is provided with a sewage suction device, a water supply device, a main unit processor and a main unit communication module, the sewage suction device is provided with a sewage discharging pipe connected with a sewer, the water supply device is provided with a water taking pipe connected with a tap water source, and the main unit processor is connected with the sewage suction device, the water supply device and the main unit communication module through circuits, respectively; and a plurality of working heads are connected with the sewage suction device and the water supply device on the main unit through pipelines, respectively, and the plurality of working heads are connected with the main unit communication module on the main unit through data transmission interfaces, respectively. 110-. (canceled)11. A central integrated nursing machine , comprising a main unit and a plurality of working heads; the main unit is provided with a sewage suction device and a water supply device; the sewage suction device is provided with a sewage discharging pipe for connecting with a sewer; the water supply device is provided with a water taking pipe for connecting with a tap water source; and the plurality of working heads are connected with the sewage suction device and the water supply device on the main unit through pipelines , respectively.12. The central integrated nursing machine according to claim 21 , wherein the sewage suction device comprises a sewage pail and a negative pressure source; the sewage pail is connected with the negative pressure source through an air pipe claim 21 , and the sewage pail is provided with the sewage discharging pipe connected with the sewer; and the sewage pail is provided with a sewage selector claim 21 , the plurality of working heads are connected with the sewage selector through water pipes claim 21 , respectively claim 21 , ...

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Номер записи: 61
25-02-2016 дата публикации

Mixed media orbital valve

Номер: US20160053898A1
Автор: Kevin Huang, Nguyen Tram, Razmik B. Boodaghians, Sebastien WEBER, Tim Birbeck
Принадлежит: MAG Aerospace Industries LLC

Embodiments of the invention described herein thus provide improved flush valves that are designed with improved venting features and improved inlet designs. The described venting features and inlet designs, either alone or in combination, can help prevent ingestion of waste into the interior of the valve.

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Номер записи: 62
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Stormwater Chambers Thermoformed from Coextruded Sheet Material

Номер: US20200048889A1
Автор: DiTullio Robert J., Herlache Russell L.
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A thermoformed storm water chamber has an exterior surface formed of first layer having an increased reflectance additive and an interior surface formed of a second layer. The increased reflectance additive is a pigment (other than a black pigment) or may be a mineral component. Optionally, a supplemental ultraviolet and/or antioxidant protection additive is also provided in the first layer. The thickness of the first layer is less than the thickness of the second layer, optionally in a 20%/80% of total thickness ratio. The two layers may be made from the same or different HDPE or blends thereof. 1. A chamber comprising:an arch-shaped plastic body formed from a vacuum-molded polyethylene sheet having an exterior surface and an interior surface;the exterior surface of the body being a first layer comprising an increased reflectance coating; andthe interior surface of the body being a second layer;wherein the first layer and the second layer are coextruded and each comprise a high density polyethylene (HDPE).2. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the increased reflectance additive is a pigment other than a black pigment.3. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the increased reflectance additive is a mineral component.4. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the first layer has a supplemental ultraviolet and/or antioxidant protection additive.5. (canceled)6. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the first layer has a thickness claim 1 , and the second layer has a thickness claim 1 , and the thickness of the first layer is less than the thickness of the second layer.7. The chamber of claim 6 , wherein the body has a thickness claim 6 , and the thickness of the first layer is about 20% of the thickness of the body claim 6 , and the thickness of the second layer is about 80% of the thickness of the body.89.-. (canceled)10. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the first layer and the second layer comprise different high density polyethylene resins.11. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 63
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Systems and methods for monitoring operative components of a vehicle based on ambient conditions

Номер: US20180052068A1
Автор: Eric Lee Nicks, Stephen Gregory Dame
Принадлежит: Boeing Co

A component monitoring system is configured to indirectly monitor an operative health status of an operative component. The component monitoring system includes an ambient condition sensor within a chamber, an operative component coupled to the chamber. The ambient condition sensor is configured to sample an ambient condition within the chamber when the operative component is active. The ambient condition sensor is configured to output ambient condition data indicative of the ambient condition detected by the ambient condition sensor. At least one control unit is in communication with the ambient condition sensor. The control unit(s) is configured to indirectly determine the operative health status of the operative component through an analysis of the ambient condition data.

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Номер записи: 64
15-05-2014 дата публикации

Drainage beads

Номер: US20140133913A1
Автор: Carl David Ring, Dennis Wayne Koerner, Jonathan Browning Jackson
Принадлежит: RAPAC

Polystyrene drainage heads having optimized shapes to provide increased specific gravity and void volume at a given bulk density. Expanded forms of such drainage beads may be used as a geosynthetic aggregate in pre-assembled drainage units. Such pre-assembled drainage units may be used as foundation drains, septic drainage fields, or for other applications.

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Номер записи: 65
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Stormwater Biofiltration System and Method

Номер: US20220074189A1
Автор: IORIO Paul Anthony
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A stormwater treatment system and method for removing sediment, chemical pollutants, and debris from stormwater runoff by utilizing bioretention practices including physical, chemical and biological processes. Stormwater is directed into a primarily open-bottomed, multi-dimensional container whereby entrained sediment and other transportable materials are filtered and treated through a media filter layer consisting of inorganic and/or organic materials. A live plant (preferably a tree) situated within the container with roots resident in the media filter layer with the ability for expansion beyond the perimeter of the container through openings in one or more sidewalls. The treated water may be further conveyed beyond the perimeter of the container by additional openings and/or piping. A vertically positioned overflow/bypass/clean out piping apparatus may be included within the stormwater treatment system to provide additional water conveyance. Additional ancillary conveyance, filtration and storage facilities may be connected to the described stormwater treatment system as conditions warrant. 1. A stormwater treatment system with bioretention functionality comprising at least four substantially open vertical sidewalls and a partial horizontal top sidewall affixed to one or more of said sidewalls , wherein when said system is partially buried in the ground , said partial horizontal top sidewall exposes the interior of the system to the atmosphere; wherein said system contains discrete layers of organic and inorganic or a mixture of organic and inorganic material; provided said system does not have a bottom wall.275-. (canceled)76. The stormwater treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising an impervious claim 1 , subsurface membrane liner.77. The stormwater treatment system according to claim 76 , wherein said liner is manufactured from a material selected from the group consisting of rubber claim 76 , polyethylene claim 76 , a synthetic material claim ...

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Номер записи: 66
21-02-2019 дата публикации

CELL FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20190055725A1
Автор: Zarraonandia David
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A cell for a stormwater management system includes a body portion, an internal region, and at least one of a top portion or a bottom portion. The body portion includes a plurality of corner columns spaced from each other, a first horizontal member, and a second horizontal member. At least one of the first and second horizontal members is adjacent the at least one of the top portion or the bottom portion and opposite the other horizontal member. The first horizontal member extends between at least two corner columns and has at least a portion curved inward towards the internal region. The second horizontal member extends between at least two corner columns and has at least a portion curved inward towards the internal region. The first and second horizontal members are integrally formed with the body portion. 1. A cell for a stormwater management system adapted for retaining or detaining stormwater , the cell comprising a body portion , an internal region , and at least one of a top portion or a bottom portion , the body portion comprising a plurality of corner columns spaced from each other , a first horizontal member , and a second horizontal member , at least one of the first and second horizontal members being adjacent the at least one of the top portion or the bottom portion and opposite the other horizontal member , the first horizontal member extending between at least two corner columns and having at least a portion curved inward towards the internal region , the second horizontal member extending between at least two corner columns and having at least a portion curved inward towards the internal region , and the first and second horizontal members being integrally formed with the body portion.2. A cell as set forth in further comprising a side wall claim 1 , the side wall extending from a first of the corner columns to a second of the corner columns claim 1 , the side wall further extending from the first horizontal member to the second horizontal member.3. A ...

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Номер записи: 67
01-03-2018 дата публикации

DRAIN FIELD ALARM

Номер: US20180058058A1
Автор: Gutu Mircea
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A system and method of detecting pending failure of a septic tank drain field in order to provide remediation to reduce or eliminate the sludge buildup prior to total failure and extend the life of the drain field comprising of a sensor, alarm system. 1. A drain field alarm system comprising:one or more sensors configured to detect early warning signs of pending failure of the drain field when placed in one or more inspection ports associated with the drain field;an alarm configured to issue alerts to an end user based upon information received from the one or more sensors; andan interface configured to transmit information between the alarm and the sensor, wherein the sensor is one or more of an electronic nose or a bacteria counter.2. The system of wherein the sensor is configured to be placed in close proximity to the bottom of the one or more inspection ports and configure to make an electrical connection when effluent is present at the sensor.3. The system of wherein the sensor is configured to detect the depth of the effluent.4. The system of wherein the sensor is an electronic nose.5. The system of wherein the electronic nose is configured to detect ammonia.6. The system of wherein the electronic nose is configured to detect paint.7. The system of wherein in the alarm is configured to matingly connect with one or more inspection ports.8. The system of wherein the alarm is matingly connected by sitting over the top of the one or more inspection ports.9. The system of wherein the alarm is solar powered.10. A drain field remediation method comprising:placing one or more sensors configured to detect early warning of potential drain field failure in one or more of inspection ports associated with the drain field;connecting the one or more sensors to an alarm system;monitoring the alarm system for alerts related to early warning signs of potential drain field failure;taking action to remediate potential drain field failure; andwherein the method further comprises ...

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Номер записи: 68
02-03-2017 дата публикации

EROSION AND STORM WATER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20170057832A1
Автор: Wilkie Mark
Принадлежит: Granite Environmental, Inc.

In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, the invention is an erosion and storm water control apparatus comprising a hopper portion, an upstream apron, and a downstream apron. The hopper portion may be fabricated from permeable filter fabric and is aided in remaining open by gussets that may be comprised of fabric or other material. The hopper may comprise a self-rising upper edge. The upstream apron may comprise pockets that may be filled with dirt, rocks or the like, and may be buried in an upstream trench, in order to hold the erosion and storm water control apparatus in place during a runoff event, such as during or directly after a thunderstorm. The downstream apron may be fabricated from impervious membrane for anchoring with adhesive, staples, stakes, weights or the like. The invention may comprise handles to assist in the removal of debris and sediment. 1. An erosion and storm water control apparatus , comprising: 'wherein said hopper comprises at least one cell enclosing a volume and having an upstream opening;', 'a hopper comprising an upper panel, a lower panel, a back panel, and two side panels,'}an upstream apron attached lengthwise to said lower upstream edge of said hopper; anda downstream apron attached lengthwise to said lower downstream edge of said hopper, said downstream apron containing anchor points: 'said upstream apron comprises at least one pocket.', 'wherein2. The erosion and storm water control apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said at least one cell is defined as a plurality of cells separated by a gusset.3. The erosion and storm water control apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said at least one cell is defined as having a V cross section.4. The erosion and storm water control apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said upper panel further comprises openings in an upper portion thereof for allowing water to pass through said hopper without be filtered.5. The erosion and storm water control apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said hopper is ...

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Номер записи: 69
04-03-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR STORMWATER DISCHARGE

Номер: US20210062493A1
Автор: Lombardo Christopher
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The disclosure is directed to a discharge system for usage in fluid transportation. Further, embodiments relate to a discharge system comprising a plurality of discharge apparatuses that may remove a fluid from one area and transport it to another area. A discharge system may comprise a first discharge apparatus, wherein the first discharge apparatus comprises a tubular, wherein the tubular comprises a plurality of sections, a central bore, a first opening, and a second opening; and a second discharge apparatus, wherein the second discharge apparatus comprises the tubular. 1. A discharge system comprising:a first discharge apparatus, wherein the first discharge apparatus comprises a tubular, wherein the tubular comprises a plurality of sections, a central bore, a first opening, and a second opening; anda second discharge apparatus, wherein the second discharge apparatus comprises the tubular;wherein the first discharge apparatus is configured to be disposed into an opening of an existing underground drainage system.2. The discharge system of claim 1 , further comprising an elbow claim 1 , wherein the elbow couples the plurality of sections together.3. The discharge system of claim 2 , wherein the elbow is set at about 90 degrees.4. The discharge system of claim 1 , wherein the first discharge apparatus comprises a first end and a second end claim 1 , wherein the first opening of the first discharge apparatus is disposed at the first end of the first discharge apparatus claim 1 , wherein the second opening of the first discharge apparatus is disposed at the second end of the first discharge apparatus claim 1 , wherein the second discharge apparatus comprises a first end and a second end claim 1 , wherein a first opening of the second discharge apparatus is disposed at the first end of the second discharge apparatus claim 1 , wherein a second opening of the second discharge apparatus is disposed at the second end of the second discharge apparatus.5. The discharge ...

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Номер записи: 70
20-02-2020 дата публикации

CORRUGATED STORMWATER CHAMBER HAVING SUB-CORRUGATIONS

Номер: US20200056360A1
Автор: GANDHI NIMESH, MAILHOT David J., McGRATH Timothy J.
Принадлежит: STORMTECH LLC

A plastic arch-shape cross section corrugated stormwater chamber has a multiplicity of crest corrugations and valley corrugations which run transverse to its length. Sub-corrugations run along part or all of the arch-curve lengths of either crest corrugations or valley corrugations, or along both of them. A sub-corrugations are smaller in dimension than an associated crest corrugation or valley corrugation. Sub-corrugations may taper in width and depth and may taper to nothingness. A compound convex shape end cap, useful for closing off the ends of stormwater chambers, has substantially vertical corrugations with analogous sub-corrugations. 124-. (canceled)25. A chamber , comprising:a first side base;a second side base;sidewalls extending from the first and second side bases;a plurality of crest corrugations and a plurality of valley corrugations positioned along a length of the chamber; anda plurality of crest sub-corrugations, wherein each crest sub-corrugation runs along a crest corrugation from the first side base to the second side base.26. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a height of each crest sub-corrugation is less than a local height of the crest corrugation along which the crest sub-corrugation runs.27. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a height of each crest sub-corrugation is constant along the entire crest sub-corrugation.28. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein a width of each crest sub-corrugation is constant along the entire crest sub-corrugation.29. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein the valley corrugations increase in width with elevation from the first and second side bases.30. The chamber of claim 25 , wherein the crest corrugations decrease in width with elevation from the first and second side bases.31. The chamber of claim 25 , further comprising a plurality of valley sub-corrugations claim 25 , wherein each valley sub-corrugation runs along a valley corrugation from the first side base to the second side base.32. The chamber of claim 31 , ...

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Номер записи: 71
20-02-2020 дата публикации

TRENCHING UNIT, TRENCHING BODY AND INSERT

Номер: US20200056361A1
Автор: Bhatia Ramon, Mieze Jan
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The invention relates to a trenching unit having at least two trenching bodies (), which each comprise an upper base plate (), a lower base plate (), and hollow columns (), which are arranged perpendicularly between the base plates () and form column openings () in the base plates (), wherein the lower base plate () of the one trenching body () and the upper base plate () of the other trenching body () bear on one another in such a way that the column openings () of the two bearing base plates () are arranged concentrically. It is characterized in that the trenching bodies (b) are connected by at least one adapter (), which comprises a bearing surface () and two insert profiles (), which are arranged on both sides of the bearing surface () and are connected thereto, wherein the bearing surface () is arranged between the bearing base plate () and the insert profiles () are inserted into two concentrically arranged column openings () of the bearing base plates (). 110101010111213131313111214111211101210141112a,ba,ba,ba,bab. A trenching unit comprising at least two trenching bodies () , each of at least two trenching bodies () comprises an upper base plate () , a lower base plate () , and hollow columns () , the hollow columns () are arranged perpendicularly between the base plates ( , ) and form column openings () in the base plates ( , ) , wherein the lower base plate () of the one trenching body () and the upper base plate () of the other trenching body () bear on one another and the column openings () of the two bearing base plates ( , ) are arranged concentrically ,{'b': 10', '10', '15', '15', '16', '17', '17', '16', '16', '11', '12', '17', '17', '14', '11', '12, 'i': a,', 'b', 'a,', 'b', 'a,', 'b, 'the at least two trenching bodies () are connected by at least one adapter (), the at least one adapter () comprises a bearing surface () and two insert profiles (), that are arranged on both sides of the bearing surface () and are connected thereto, wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 72
20-02-2020 дата публикации

WASTE TRANSFER SYSTEM FOR A TOILET OF A PUBLIC TRANSPORT VEHICLE

Номер: US20200056362A1
Автор: CHRISTENSEN Lars Henrik, PUEBLA RIBAS Dídac
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Waste transfer system for a toilet of a public transport vehicle that discharges into an on-board waste aerated storage tank, comprising a waste intermediate tank (), means for generating negative or positive pressure inside said waste intermediate tank (), and a discharge valve means () to regulate the flow through a first waste passage () between a toilet bowl () and said waste intermediate tank () and through a second waste passage () between said waste intermediate tank () and said waste storage tank, characterized in that said discharge valve means comprise a multi-port discharge valve () connectable to an inlet/outlet port () of the waste intermediate tank (), said multi-port discharge valve () being configured to provide, in a first working position, direct communication between said toilet bowl () and said waste intermediate tank () when negative pressure is supplied inside said waste intermediate tank () and to provide, in a second working position, direct communication between the waste intermediate tank () and the waste storage tank when positive pressure is supplied in the said waste intermediate tank (). 1. Waste transfer system for a toilet of a public transport vehicle that discharges into an on-board aerated waste storage tank , comprising a waste intermediate tank , a pressure generating unit for generating negative or positive pressure inside said waste intermediate tank so as to cause the waste to be transferred either to the said waste intermediate tank or to the storage tank , and a discharge valve unit arranged to selectively regulate the waste flow between a toilet bowl and said intermediate tank and between said intermediate tank and said waste storage tank ,wherein said discharge valve unit comprises a 3-way multi-port discharge valve connected to a port of the waste intermediate tank, said 3-way multi-port valve comprising a valve body with at least three ports and a rotating valve element rotatably mounted inside the valve body for ...

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Номер записи: 73
22-05-2014 дата публикации

GRATE FILTRATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20140138298A1
Автор: Bowler Harvey Gatchalian, Cummings Chelsea Anne, King Michael Steven, Maldonado Brannon, Peterson Nicholas Christian, Schoepf Jared Joseph, Wilson Zachary David, Woods Philip James
Принадлежит:

A grate filtration system filters trash and debris from water flowing through a water channel by way of two vertical grates that intersect at a vertex and form a wedge shape that protrudes into the direction of flow of water in the channel. The grates are removably supported in grooves on side and center pillar supports. The vertical grates provide a spillway near the vertex. The system further includes a concrete apron that provides a smooth surface for the system and has grooves to support and retain the bottom edges of the vertical grates. 1. A grate filtration system for filtering water and debris from a water channel comprising:two vertical grates that intersect at a vertex and form a wedge shape that protrudes into a direction of flow of water in the channel; andtwo grooved surfaces, one on each side of the channel, that removably support the vertical grates in a vertical configuration.2. The grate filtration system of claim 1 , wherein each of the vertical grates has a lowered section near the vertex claim 1 , wherein the lowered sections comprise a spillway at the vertex.3. The grate filtration system of claim 1 , further comprising a center support at the vertex of the vertical grates claim 1 , the center support comprising two grooved surfaces that removably support the vertical grates in a vertical configuration.4. The grate filtration system of claim 1 , further comprising a concrete apron on a bottom surface of the water channel and upon which bottom edges of the vertical grates are positioned.5. The grate filtration system of claim 4 , wherein the concrete apron has grooves that removably support the bottom edges of the vertical grate.6. The grate filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the vertical grates comprise bars that are configured to promote water flow toward sides of the vertical grates and the water channel claim 1 , away from the vertex of the vertical grates.7. The grate filtration system of claim 1 , further comprising side members claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 74
17-03-2022 дата публикации

MODULE AND METHOD FOR MANAGING WATER AND OTHER FLUIDS

Номер: US20220081889A1
Автор: Burkhart Philip J., Heraty Tom, May Justin Ivan
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A method for managing the flow of water beneath a ground surface uses modules. Assemblies of such modules are disclosed. The modules include supports and a deck portion, and the supports are spaced apart and form multiple channels with a main section of the deck portion. The deck portion also includes at least one section extending from a main section. 1. A module for use in an assembly comprising a plurality of modules for managing the detention or retention of fluid beneath a ground surface , the module comprising:a deck portion having a main section and a thickness, the deck portion having straight first and second side edges along their length, the first and second side edges extending in a first direction between first and second ends each having a corresponding end edge, the end edges being straight along their length between the first and second side edges;first and second spaced-apart supports that extend downward from the deck portion;wherein the deck portion is located on top of the first and second supports, and the first and second supports are load-bearing;wherein the first support has an outer side edge that is spaced inwardly from the first side edge of the deck portion so that part of the deck portion extends beyond the outer side edge of the first support to form a first cantilevered section of the deck portion, the first cantilevered section extending laterally from the main section;wherein the second support has an outer side edge that is spaced inwardly from the second side edge of the deck portion so that part of the deck portion extends beyond the outer side edge of the second support to form a second cantilevered section of the deck portion, the second cantilevered section extending laterally from the main section opposite the first cantilevered section;wherein a first outer longitudinal channel is at least partially defined below the first cantilevered section, the first outer longitudinal channel permitting fluid flow therein in the first ...

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Номер записи: 75
29-05-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PURIFYING RAINFALL RUNOFF

Номер: US20140144850A1
Автор: BAO Yanrong, CHAI Hongxiang, JIANG Qiang, Wang Weijie, Zhang Feng, Zhao Hua, ZOU Boyu
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A system for purifying rainfall runoff including a bar screen; a collection and diversion device; a filter channel; a grass ditch; and a water storage tank. The bar screen is disposed around the collection and diversion device for preliminarily filtering the road rainfall runoff. The collection and diversion device collects the road rainfall runoff and diverts early rainfall runoff to the filter channel, after the filter channel is full, later rainfall runoff is directly diverted to the grass ditch through open channels. The grass ditch includes a percolation bed capable of filtering the early and later rainfall runoff. The water storage tank is connected to the grass ditch via a guiding pipe, to receive the rainfall runoff effusing out of the grass ditch. Part of the rainfall runoff received by the water storage is transported to the percolation bed by a return conduit. 2. The system of claim 1 , whereinthe filter channel comprises a precipitation region and a filtration region, a scale height of a bottom of the filter channel is equal to a scale height of a bottom of the grass ditch, and a slope of the filter channel is designed according to a terrain;the filtration region is divided into a plurality of sections filled with different matrix materials comprising crushed stone, coarse sand, and fine sand, respectively; andthe different matrix materials are separated by using gratings and geotextiles, and pollutants in the early rainfall runoff is intercepted and absorbed.3. The system of claim 1 , whereinthe grass ditch is reconstructed from a green area in a central road or a green area on a roadside, a length of the grass ditch is between 30 and 60 m;the grass ditch has a slope, a top of the scale length of the grass ditch is lower than that of the road; andsoil on a bottom of the grass ditch is reconstructed to form the percolation bed.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the percolation bed has the slope of 2% claim 3 , and comprises one or several natural matrix ...

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Номер записи: 76
24-03-2022 дата публикации

CONTROL UNIT FOR A MOBILE SANITARY DEVICE AND MOBILE SANITARY DEVICE COMPRISING SAME

Номер: US20220089199A1
Автор: MEIER Hendrik
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The invention relates to a mobile sanitary device, in particular for a rail vehicle, comprising a vacuum toilet, a flush button, a power supply, a control device, and a control unit. In particular, the invention relates to a mobile sanitary device comprising a vacuum toilet, a flush button, a power supply, a control device, and a control unit, the control unit comprising a standard circuit board for routing signals, having a standard interface comprising a vacuum toilet connecting means for connecting a vacuum toilet, a flush button connecting means for connecting a flush button, and a power supply connecting means for connecting a power supply, a configuration circuit board comprising a configuration interface having a first configuration connection means, wherein the vacuum toilet connection means, the flush button connection means, the power supply connection means, and the first configuration connection means are conductively coupled to each other, wherein the configuration interface is arranged such that the configuration circuit board is coupled to a control device, and at least one signal carried by the standard circuit board and/or by the configuration circuit board can be tapped, processed and/or driven by the control device. 1. A mobile sanitary device in particular for a rail vehicle , comprising a vacuum toilet , a flush button , a power supply , a control device , and a control unit , wherein the control unit comprises a vacuum toilet connection means for connecting a vacuum toilet,', 'a flush button connecting means for connecting a flush button, and', 'a voltage supply connection means for connecting a voltage supply,, 'a standard circuit board for carrying predefined signals, having a standard interface, comprising'}a configuration circuit board for routing signals, comprising a configuration interface with a first configuration connection means,wherein the vacuum toilet connection means, the flush button connection means, the power supply connection ...

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Номер записи: 77
24-03-2022 дата публикации

LOW-PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20220089468A1
Автор: Boucher Benoit, Cote Francois R.
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A low-pressure distribution system configured to pressurize effluent and distribute it throughout pressure conduits disposed within drainage conduits. The low-pressure distribution system may pressurize the effluent such that it is dispersed along a substantial portion or the entirety of the length of the pressure conduits and/or drainage conduits. To that end, the low-pressure distribution system may ensure an efficient distribution of the effluent throughout the drainage conduits while retaining an effluent flow rate therein suitable for the growth of microbial water treating bacteria. 1) A wastewater treatment system comprising:a reservoir adapted to receive wastewater;one or more drainage conduits disposed under the ground; and a pumping system in fluid communication with the reservoir;', 'one or more pressure conduits disposed within the one or more drainage conduits and fluidly connected to the pumping system, each of the one or more pressure conduits comprising apertures., 'a low-pressure distribution system, the low-pressure distribution system comprising2) The wastewater treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the pumping system is adapted to distribute the wastewater into the one or more pressure conduits.3) The wastewater treatment system of claim 2 , wherein the wastewater distributed by the pumping system is pressurized.4) The wastewater treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the pumping system automatically doses wastewater into the one or more pressure conduits.5) The wastewater treatment system of claim 1 , the apertures of the pressure conduits being perforations.6) The wastewater treatment system of claim 5 , wherein the one or more pressure conduits define a first portion longitudinally extending from an upstream end and a second portion longitudinally extending from a downstream end claim 5 , and wherein the arrangement of the perforations along the first portion differs from the arrangement of the perforations along the second portion.7) The ...

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Номер записи: 78
05-06-2014 дата публикации

REINFORCED SILT RETENTION SHEET

Номер: US20140154018A1
Автор: Singleton Earl R.
Принадлежит: Silt-Saver, Inc.

A reinforced silt retention material with a variable sieve capability is provided for use in soil erosion control applications. The reinforced silt retention material includes a sheet of water permeable filtering material having varying apparent opening sizes at a series of filtering zones defined along the sheet, which allows varying amounts of runoff water to pass through the sheet but resists the passage of silt and debris therethrough. The silt retention material further includes one or more reinforcing elements that provide additional support to the sheet to protect against tearing and/or undue movement of the sheet, as well as provide attachment points for fasteners used to fasten the sheet to support members for proper positioning during erosion control applications. 1. A drainage control material for filtering silt and debris from water flows , comprising: a filtering stage for filtering silt and debris;', 'a first release stage having a first apparent opening size; and', 'a second release stage at a different elevation from the first release stage and having at least a second apparent opening size that is different from the first apparent opening size; and, 'a flexible, water permeable sheet material having a series of stages defined at selected differing elevations therealong, includinga plurality of reinforcing elements arranged at spaced locations along the sheet material, including at selected intervals so as to define transitions between the filtering, and the first and second release stages, the reinforcing elements providing areas for attachment of fasteners to the sheet material and providing increased horizontal load strength and resistance to tearing of the sheet material;wherein the reinforcing elements comprise at least two linear bands arranged at transitions between the first and second release stages;wherein during periods of excessive water flow, as a water level rises against the sheet material, incrementally varying amounts of overflow ...

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Номер записи: 79
05-03-2020 дата публикации

WASTE DISPOSAL DOCKING SYSTEM FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20200071922A1
Автор: Calvin Jonathan
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A waste disposal docking system includes a first sleeve to secure to a septic tank hose connection fitting; an angled PVC fitting having a second end of the first sleeve attached; a septic tank hose extending from the septic tank hose connection fitting, through the first sleeve and through the angled PVC fitting; a housing with a motor attached thereto; an extension device engaged with the housing to extend and contract via the motor; a second sleeve attached to a second end of the angled PVC fitting; the extension device engages with an end of the septic tank hose to extend and contract the septic tank hose; the septic tank hose is extended and contracted inside the second sleeve, the second sleeve extending and contracting therewith; and an end of the septic tank hose is to engage with a sewer cleanout station. 1. A waste disposal docking system for a vehicle , the system comprising:a first sleeve configured to secure to a septic tank hose connection fitting;an angled fitting secured to the first sleeve;a septic tank hose extending from the septic tank hose connection fitting, the septic tank hose extending through the first sleeve and through the angled fitting;a housing with a motor disposed therein;a control system secured to the housing, the control system is conductively coupled to the motor and in wireless communication with a remote device;an extension device secured to the housing, the extension device has a metal extension attached to the septic tank hose, the metal extension is configured to extend and retract via the extension device that is driven by the motor, thereby extending and contracting the septic tank hose;wherein the extension device engages with an end of the septic tank hose to extend and contract the septic tank hose; andwherein the end of the septic tank hose is configured to engage with a sewer cleanout station.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a nozzle secured to the end of the septic tank hose and configured to engage with ...

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Номер записи: 80
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Additive dosing sub-system for a vehicle wastewater management system

Номер: US20210078508A1
Автор: Didier van Riel, Dineke van Duijn, Jacco Van Beek, Joop van Leeuwen, Mark Mulders, Mitchell van de Sande, Ronald van der Hoeven, Ruud VAN DEN HEIJKANT, Tijs Slezak, Tom Kieboom, Wilco Wessels
Принадлежит: Thetford BV

An additive sub-system for a wastewater management system of a vehicle including at least one holding tank and a toilet has a controller, at least one additive dispenser and a pump. The at least one additive dispenser is in fluid communication with the at least one holding tank or the toilet. The pump is associated with each additive dispenser of the at least one additive dispensers. Each pump is controlled by the controller to dispense an additive from the at least one additive dispenser to the at least one holding tank or the toilet.

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Номер записи: 81
18-03-2021 дата публикации

MODULAR TESSELLATION ASSEMBLY FOR STORAGE OF WATER UNDERGROUND

Номер: US20210079640A1
Автор: KENT Zachariha J., Scott John
Принадлежит: Bio Clean Environmental Services, Inc.

Individual hexagonal shaped modules used in an assembly for underground storage of storm water and other fluid storage needs, Modules are assembled into a resultant honeycomb shape for maximized structural strength and material use efficiency. Adjacent modules are in direct fluid communications with one another via openings or windows in module side walls. Assemblies include various top and side pieces along with access ports for entry into said assembly. 126-. (canceled)27. A honeycomb shaped assembly system for storing water underground , wherein the honeycomb shaped assembly system is comprised of a plurality of individual adjoining hexagonal modules , wherein said side walls contain windows based upon their position within the assembly,', 'wherein said windows are equal to or shorter than the height of the side wall,', 'said hexagonal modules assembled in such a manner that all modules are in fluid connection with one another via windows,', "wherein said honeycomb shaped assembly containing modules along the assembly's external perimeter, with walls not in contact with walls of other modules are without windows or filled windows such that the overall assembly is generally impervious around its external perimeter thus allowing the overall system to hold water or other fluids internally within its entirety,", 'wherein at least one said module has an access hole in its top for access into said honeycomb shaped assembly system after installation underground., 'wherein each hexagonal module is comprised of a hexagonally shaped module with six sides all connected together by a hexagonally shaped top,'}28. A honeycomb shaped assembly system of claim 27 , wherein the hexagonal module is stacked directly over another hexagonal modules that is inverted upside down claim 27 , and stacked utilizing a pair of male and female shiplap joints or similarly placed at the bottom edge of the side walls of the hexagonal top module and the top edge of the side walls of the hexagonal ...

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Номер записи: 82
18-03-2021 дата публикации

PLASTIC INFILTRATION UNIT AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20210079641A1
Автор: Van Der Scheer Marco, Van Dijk Berend Jan
Принадлежит: Wavin B.V.

There is provided a plastic infiltration unit comprising: a top deck, at least one pillar extending from the top deck, wherein the at least one pillar includes a plurality of compartments, wherein at least one of the compartments is laterally enclosed, and wherein the top deck and the at least one pillar are produced in one piece. There is further provided a plastic base plate for use with a plastic infiltration unit. There is further provided a plastic infiltration unit side plate. There is yet further provided a plastic infiltration system for deployment underground comprising a plastic infiltration unit and a plastic base plate, wherein the at least one pillar of the plastic infiltration unit is received at the receiving location of the plastic base plate. 137-. (canceled)38. A method of manufacturing an injection molded plastic pillar for an infiltration unit , the method comprising forming a plastic pillar having a central compartment and at least one further compartment , wherein the at least one further compartment surrounds , at least in part , the central compartment , wherein the at least one further compartment extends in a same longitudinal direction as the central compartment , the method further comprising: injecting plastic into a mold for the pillar , the mold comprising a core for the central compartment and a core for the at least one further compartment , withdrawing the core for the at least one further compartment in one direction , withdrawing the core for the central compartment in a direction different from the one direction.39. The method according to claim 38 , wherein the different direction is an opposite direction.40. The method according to claim 38 , comprising the step of withdrawing the core for the at least one further compartment before withdrawing the core for the central compartment.4160-. (canceled)61. A plastic infiltration unit pillar comprising a plurality of compartments extending in a longitudinal direction claim 38 , ...

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Номер записи: 83
12-06-2014 дата публикации

MOVABLE FILTER GRID FOR A DRAIN INLET

Номер: US20140158593A1
Автор: Chien Yu-Chia
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A movable filter grid for a drain inlet has a drain grill, an annular seat and an annular fastener. The drain grill has an annular plate and multiple support ribs. A first end of each support rib is connected to an outer circumferential edge of the annular plate, and a second end of the support rib radially extends outwards from the annular plate. An inner wall of an annular seat is securely connected to the second ends of the support ribs. The annular fastener has multiple pin holders annularly connected. Each pin holder has a through hole vertically formed through the pin holder and detachably mounted through by a pin. When the movable filter grid is applied to drain inlets on different terrains, the pins taking the form of a grating can prevent debris from blocking the drain holes. 1. A movable filter grid for a drain inlet , comprising: an annular plate; and', 'multiple support ribs, wherein a first end of each support rib is connected to an outer circumferential edge of the annular plate, and a second end of the support rib radially extends outwards from the annular plate;, 'a drain grill havingan annular seat, wherein an inner wall of the annular seat is securely connected to the second ends of the support ribs; and a holding slot formed in a bottom of the pin holder for the pin holder to be mounted on the annular seat; and', 'a through hole formed through an outer edge portion of the pin holder, each through hole detachably mounted through by a pin, wherein the pins take a form of a grating., 'an annular fastener having multiple pin holders annularly connected, each pin holder having2. The movable filter grid as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each pin has:a holding end horizontally formed on one end of the pin, wherein a length of the holding end of the pin is larger than a diameter of the through hole of a corresponding pin holder; anda bead having a recess formed in the bead for the other end of the pin to be inserted in the bead.3. The movable filter grid as ...

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Номер записи: 84
14-03-2019 дата публикации

System and Method for Storing Water in an Underground Reservoir and Managing the Same

Номер: US20190077603A1
Автор: Jeffrey S. Fabbri
Принадлежит: Next Tier Agribusiness LLC

A water storage and management system takes water from a water source, such as captured run-off, and through a piping system, directs a flow of the water into an aquifer for storage and future utilization. Using moisture detectors, the system ascertains the water content of different layers or zones of the aquifer and reports this information to a digital processor. The digital processor may utilize this information to issue instructions to one or more control valves to direct the flow of the water into portions of the aquifer which have additional storage capacity. The digital processor may also instruct a submersible pump to withdraw from the aquifer as desired.

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Номер записи: 85
14-03-2019 дата публикации

DEVICES FOR CONTROLLING EROSION AND STORM WATER RUNOFF

Номер: US20190078285A1
Автор: Ballantine Hugh, Banuelos Juan
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Stormwater runoff and erosion control devices include carpets or blankets, wattles, and compact drainage filters. A carpet or blanket is a sheet of mesh material having a border formed of a different material than the mesh material. Wattles and compact drainage filters include mesh material supported by a rigid frame. In preferred embodiments, the mesh material includes biochar or activated carbon. Blankets and carpets may be positioned above or suspended below drainage grates in a storm water runoff system, and held in place by magnets. Wattles may be placed on hillsides, or between concrete barriers and drainage grates. Compact drainage filters may be placed at the outlets of catchment basins. 1. A storm water runoff control device comprising:a sheet of mesh material formed of a first material; anda border extending along the mesh material, wherein the border is formed of a second material different from the first material.2. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the mesh material comprises a geotextile.3. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the sheet of mesh material comprises a first sheet of mesh material claim 1 , and further comprising:a second sheet of mesh material, anda layer of biomass material sandwiched between the first and second sheets of mesh material.4. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 3 , wherein the biomass material comprises charcoal.5. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 4 , wherein the charcoal comprises biochar.6. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 3 , wherein the biomass material comprises activated carbon.7. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the biomass material comprises a plurality of cells of biomass material claim 1 , each cell including a covering of mesh material.8. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , further comprising an attachment assembly ...

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Номер записи: 86
14-03-2019 дата публикации

CATCH BASIN TRAP WITH FLEXIBLE OUTLET PIPE CONNECTOR

Номер: US20190078309A1
Автор: Recchia Mario
Принадлежит: DECAST LTD.

A catch basin trap for mounting in an opening in a side wall of a catch basin. A preferred catch basin trap has a body with a front side for facing outwardly to outside of the catch basin, and a back side for facing inwardly to inside of the catch basin. An inlet opening is provided in the back side of the body for receiving drainage water from inside of the catch basin. An outlet opening is provided in the front side of the body for discharging the drainage water to the outside of the catch basin. A flexible outlet pipe connector extends outwardly from the outlet opening, configured for watertight coupling to an outlet pipe positioned outside of the catch basin. The catch basin trap provides a water flow path for drainage water from inside of the catch basin to the outlet pipe. A preferred outlet pipe connector is adapted to facilitate installation of the catch basin trap by allowing watertight coupling to the outlet pipe at a plurality of angles and positions relative to the catch basin trap, and to accommodate angular and transpositional deviations of the outlet pipe resulting from settling of the ground after installation. 1. A catch basin trap for mounting in an opening in a side wall of a catch basin , said catch basin trap comprising:a body having a front side for facing outwardly to outside of said catch basin, and a back side for facing inwardly to inside of said catch basin, said body defining a chamber;an inlet opening in said back side of said body for receiving drainage water from said inside of said catch basin;an outlet opening in said front side of said body for discharging said drainage water to said outside of said catch basin;a flexible outlet pipe connector extending outwardly from said outlet opening, configured for watertight coupling to an outlet pipe positioned outside of said catch basin; anda water flow path for said drainage water from said inside of said catch basin to said outlet pipe, passing through said inlet opening, said chamber, ...

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Номер записи: 87
22-03-2018 дата публикации

Shower Drain Box

Номер: US20180080211A1
Автор: Michael H. Irving
Принадлежит: FLOW CONTROL LLC

A drain or sump box features a combination of a housing, a pump, a float switch and a deodorant bar retainer. The housing may include a housing floor and a wall structure attached thereto and configured to receive and contain waste water. The pump is arranged in the housing to respond to signaling for pumping the waste water from the housing. The float switch is arranged in the housing to sense the level of the waste water and provide the signaling to turn the pump on when the waste water exceeds a certain level. The deodorant bar retainer is arranged in the housing in the housing to receive and retain a deodorant bar for preventing, reducing or masking waste water odor and associated bacteria causing the waste water odor.

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Номер записи: 88
24-03-2016 дата публикации

ALIGNMENT ORIFICE SHIELD

Номер: US20160084406A1
Автор: Borkowski Daniel, Potts David A.
Принадлежит: Geomatrix, LLC

Systems, methods, process, and article of manufacture regarding alignment orifice shields are provided. Shields can be configured to mate with leaching conduits in a certain configuration and can provide visual clues with regard to orientation as well as stability of installation for a pressurized or gravity-flow conduit. Methods of manufacture are also provided where manual or automated systems may be used for securing and adapting conduits to align with one or shields prior to or during installation of a leaching system. 1. An alignment orifice shield device for a wastewater leaching conduit comprising:a first wastewater leaching conduit seat adapted with a receiving area to accept an outer surface of a wastewater leaching conduit; the surface positioned apart from an outer surface of a wastewater leaching conduit positioned in the receiving area of the seat,', 'the surface being planar or substantially planar; and, 'a wastewater shield connected to the first conduit seat, the wastewater shield having a wastewater receiving surface,'}one or more alignment means for aligning the first seat and the shield with an outer surface of a wastewater leaching conduit.2. The alignment orifice shield device of wherein the alignment means includes one or more pins extending up from the first seat claim 1 , the pins sized and positioned to mate with an alignment receptacle of a wastewater leaching conduit.3. The alignment orifice shield device of wherein the shield is configured and positioned to deflect pressurized wastewater ejected from one or more orifices of a wastewater leaching conduit secured to the first seat and receiving an alignment means.4. The alignment shield of wherein the first seat is concave and is configured to receive an outer surface of a circular wastewater leaching conduit.5. The alignment shield of further comprising a second wastewater leaching conduit seat adapted with a receiving area to accept an outer surface of a wastewater leaching conduit claim ...

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Номер записи: 89
23-03-2017 дата публикации

DRAIN ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN AN OUTDOOR SETTING

Номер: US20170081824A1
Автор: Kondas Kevin Tyler
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A drain assembly for being placed inground includes a first panel and a second panel spaced-apart from the first panel, a plurality of supports extending between the first panel and the second panel, a bottom or pipe extending between a bottom portion of the first panel and the second panel, and a cap extending between a top portion of the first panel and the second panel. The first panel may define a plurality of drainage apertures. A related method is also provided. 1. A drain assembly for being placed underground , comprising:a first panel and a second panel spaced-apart from the first panel and defining a medial space therebetween;a plurality of supports extending between the first panel and the second panel and configured such that air and liquid flow is allowed along a length of the drain assembly, wherein at least one of the plurality of supports defines a tapered portion that extends from the first panel into engagement with the second panel;anda cap extending between a top portion of the first panel and the second panel,wherein the first panel defines a plurality of drainage apertures.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of supports include one or more spacers extending from an inner facing surface of the first panel to an inner facing surface of the second panel.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , further defining a bottom extending between a bottom portion of the first panel and a bottom portion of the second panel claim 1 , wherein the bottom defines a pipe receiving area for receiving a pipe for directing channeled liquid flow.4. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein respective ends of the first panel and the second panel are configured for engaging a respective second drain assembly thereto.5. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the cap is selectively engageable with the first and second panel.6. The assembly according to claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , a second assembly may be positioned into engagement with a top ...

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Номер записи: 90
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Underground water-storage vault and method for installing same

Номер: US20170081830A1
Автор: Alec Janda, Jay Wiley, Scott Janda, Timothy Reed
Принадлежит: Black Diamond Eco Solutions LLC

An underground water-storage system that includes a sump having a base and sidewalls that cooperate to define an open-topped box that defines a reservoir, a plurality of plastic water matrices each defining a void space for receiving water, and a lid. The sump and lid are formed of a reinforced geomembrane material and include welds and are prefabricated in a location remote from an installation site of the underground water-storage vault more than two days prior to installation.

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Номер записи: 91
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Water Flow Diversion Apparatus

Номер: US20210087766A1
Автор: Cassidy Patrick, Hostrander Michael
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A water flow diversion apparatus is provided. The water flow diversion apparatus includes a planar base. The planar base is installable upon or below a ground surface. A barrier extends upward from the planar base. The barrier is designed to redirect the flow of water when the water contacts the barrier. The barrier also includes a pair of support braces. The support braces are secured between the planar base and the barrier so that they provide additional support to the barrier to withstand the impact of water flow. 1) A water flow diversion apparatus , comprising:a planar base;a barrier extending perpendicularly upward from the planar base;the barrier comprising a pair of support braces on each side of the planar base;the support braces secured to the planar base and to the barrier.2) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pair of support braces are of a greater thickness than the barrier.3) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pair of support braces are of a lesser length than the length of the barrier and the length of the planar base.4) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein barrier is of an identical length as the planar base.5) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are a single claim 1 , unitary structure.6) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are separable from each other.7) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are composed of different materials.8) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are made of rubber.9) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier is tapered from a proximate point above the base to a top edge thereof.10) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of apertures is disposed through the planar base.11) The water flow diversion ...

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Номер записи: 92
25-03-2021 дата публикации

DEVICES FOR CONTROLLING EROSION AND STORM WATER RUNOFF

Номер: US20210087772A1
Автор: Banuelos Juan
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A storm water runoff and erosion control device includes a rigid frame covered by a layer of mesh material. The frame defines an interior space that is filled with filtration material. The device may be configured as a wattle having an elongated frame with a triangular cross-section. The wattle may be extended along the contour of a hill to reduce erosion, or it may be placed at the entrance to a drainage inlet to slow the velocity of, and filter sediment and contaminants from, water entering the inlet. Alternatively, the device may be a compact filter that is a cube, cylinder, sphere, or other suitable geometry. A plurality of these compact filters may be placed in the basin of a storm water drain, and piled sufficiently high to cover the outlet from the basin. Thus, all the water in the basin must pass through the compact filters before exiting. 1. A storm water runoff control device comprising;a rigid frame defining an interior space; anda mesh material covering the frame and configured to allow water and fine sediment to enter the interior space.2. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid frame is constructed from a plurality of tubular elements.3. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid frame is triangular in cross-section.4. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid frame is square in cross section.5. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 1 , further comprising a filtration material filling the interior space and configured to capture fine sediment carried by the water.6. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 5 , wherein the filtration material is a biomass material.7. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 6 , wherein the biomass material comprises charcoal.8. The storm water runoff control device according to claim 7 , wherein the charcoal comprises biochar.9. The storm water runoff control ...

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Номер записи: 93
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Distributed utility system

Номер: US20210087803A1
Автор: Russell Matthew F.
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A distributed utility system includes water source supply lines capable of being placed in fluid communication with a separate water source, water discharge lines capable of being placed in fluid communication with a separate water discharge destination, a water source and destination control manifold to allow selected water source supply lines to be placed in fluid communication with selected water discharge lines, and a storm water collection and distribution system. The storm water system includes a storm water collection conduit and a collected storm water discharge line in fluid communication with the storm water collection conduit, and the storm water discharge line can be placed in fluid communication with the plurality of water discharge lines via the control manifold. The distributed utility system further includes a utility line disposed within at least one of the water source supply lines, water discharge lines and collected storm water discharge line. 1. A distributed utility system , comprising:a plurality of water source supply lines, each water source supply line capable of being placed in respective fluid communication with one or more associated water sources;a plurality of water discharge lines, each water discharge line capable of being placed in respective fluid communication with one or more associated water discharge destinations;a water source and destination control manifold configured to allow selected ones of the water source supply lines to be placed in fluid communication with selected ones of the water discharge lines; a storm water collection conduit configured to collect storm water runoff; and', 'a collected storm water discharge line in fluid communication with the storm water collection conduit, the collected storm water discharge line capable of being placed in further selective fluid communication with the plurality of water discharge lines by way of the water source and destination control manifold; and, 'a storm water collection ...

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Номер записи: 94
29-03-2018 дата публикации

TOILET PAN BODY AND ITS METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING

Номер: US20180087251A1
Автор: Moore Garry
Принадлежит: PHOENIX PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

A ceramic toilet pan has a raised rear portion to which a hinge tube may be accurately located and fixed in position for example by adhesive using a jig despite variations in pan body size due to ceramic firing, a water pump and air pump being provided for flushing the toilet pan when a seat and lid are in a closed position, the seat and lid being rotationally mounted to the pan by a horizontal hinge pin located in the hinge tube a latch member being provided for latching the lid and seat closed, a cistern having an overflow weir 1. A toilet system comprising a cistern body comprising a cistern chamber: the cistern chamber comprising a water reservoir; the water reservoir being in fluid communication with a water pump , the water pump being arranged to be operable to pump water under pressure out of a water outlet from the cistern body; a toilet pan body having a water trap; a lid for the toilet pan body and a sealing arrangement for providing a sealed chamber below the lid and above a bowl of the toilet pan when the lid is positioned in a closed orientation thereof; and an air pump for providing pressure to the sealed chamber on top of the water trap when the lid is closed for pushing down on the water trap to evacuate the contents of the toilet pan body.2. A toilet system as claimed in in which the water pump is electrically powered.3. A toilet system as claimed in in which the water pump includes a centrifugal impeller claim 1 , the impeller at rest enabling free flow of water through a body of the water pump to provide an overflow.4. A toilet system as claimed in in which the water outlet is connected to a water distribution system and in which the water pump is arranged to supply water under pressure to the water distribution system to direct the water flow onto the interior surface of the bowl of the toilet pan body to wash the bowl.5. A toilet system as claimed in in which the air pump is located in the cistern chamber claim 1 , the air pump being operable to ...

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Номер записи: 95
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Leaching chamber having sidewall with fenced louvers

Номер: US20180087258A1
Автор: COPPES Bryan A., Holbrook Paul R., Moore Roy E.
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A corrugated thermoplastic leaching chamber has sidewall louvers that define sidewall slot openings. Each louver comprises an outward extending canopy, a cap integral with the outer end of the canopy, having a down slope greater than the slope of the canopy, and a preferably concave fence at the inner end of the canopy, for inhibiting ingress of soil. The chamber may be made by first thermoforming sheet material, preferably two-layer PET plastic sheet to the shape of the chamber, followed by mechanically cutting and deforming the sidewall, to create the opening and the fence. 1. A method of forming a corrugated thermoplastic leaching chamber having an arch shape cross section , wherein the method comprises: 'wherein the chamber precursor includes a plurality of alternating peak corrugations and valley corrugations running transverse to the length of the chamber and a plurality of undulations along at least one of the plurality of peak corrugations; and,', 'thermoforming a plastic sheet to form a chamber precursor having a base flange, a top, a sidewall and corrugations,'} 'wherein one or more of the plurality of louver pairs define a slot opening in the peak corrugation and wherein each louver includes a fence at the inner portion of the louver.', 'cutting and deforming the sidewall of the chamber precursor at the location of each undulation, so a portion of the peak corrugation moves inwardly toward the center of the chamber to form a plurality of louver pairs,'}2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , a canopy, wherein the canopy extends transversely to the width of the chamber and includes a canopy inner end and a canopy outer end,', 'a cap integral with the canopy outer end, wherein the cap is sloped downwardly relative to the canopy, and', 'a subwall that extends upwardly from the inner end of the canopy., 'shaping each undulation to include,'}3. The method of claim 1 , wherein cutting and deforming includes pushing the subwall inwardly to form ...

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Номер записи: 96
29-03-2018 дата публикации

PARTITIONED SEPARATOR WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM WITH UPFLOW FILTER

Номер: US20180087262A1
Автор: KENT Zachariha J.
Принадлежит: Bio Clean Environmental Services, Inc.

A system designed to control and filter runoff water in storm drains is presented. Drain water frequently carries trash, organic matter, suspended solids, hydrocarbons, metals, nutrients and bacteria collected from streets and parking lots into a storm drain inlet, which enters storm water drain pipe systems. 1. A partitioned separator water treatment system , comprised of a box configured for insertion into the flow stream of a drain , the box possessing a ceiling , a floor , two lateral walls , an inflow endwall comprising an inflow opening and an outflow endwall comprising an outflow opening , the inflow end of the box possessing at least one separation chamber weir dividing the box into a plurality of separation chambers , the at least one separation chamber weir in sealing connection with the floor and two lateral walls of the box , but not the ceiling of the box , and having a top below a bottom level of the inflow opening ,the drain, the box, and the at least one separation chamber weir situated such that water entering the inflow opening is capable of filling the plurality of separation chambers and flowing over the top(s) of the at least one separation chamber weir, allowing sediment and solid pollutants to be trapped in the plurality of separation chambers,the outflow end of the box possessing a bypass weir in sealing connection with an upflow filter assembly that comprises a media filtration unit and a plurality of filter cartridges, the bypass weir: i. in sealing connection with the lateral walls of the box, but not the floor or the ceiling of the box, ii. having a top that is above the top of the at least one separation chamber weir, and iii. having a bottom that is above the floor of the box, such that water entering the inflow opening is capable of flowing toward the outflow opening below the bypass weir during low flow periods and above and below the bypass weir during high flow periods,the media filtration unit in sealing connection with the lateral ...

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Номер записи: 97
30-03-2017 дата публикации

CORRUGATED STORMWATER CHAMBER HAVING SUB-CORRUGATIONS

Номер: US20170089054A1
Автор: GANDHI Nimish, MAILHOT David J., McGRATH Timothy J.
Принадлежит: STORMTECH LLC

A chamber is disclosed. The chamber may include a base, a plurality of alternating crest corrugations and valley corrugations running transverse to a length of the chamber, wherein the crest corrugations decrease in width with elevation from the base, and the valley corrugations increase in width with elevation from the base, at least one crest sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of a crest corrugation, at least one valley sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of a valley corrugation an end crest corrugation positioned at a terminal end of the chamber, and an end crest sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of the end crest corrugation. 1. A chamber , comprising:a base;a plurality of alternating crest corrugations and valley corrugations running transverse to a length of the chamber, wherein the crest corrugations decrease in width with elevation from the base, and the valley corrugations increase in width with elevation from the base;at least one crest sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of a crest corrugation;at least one valley sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of a valley corrugation;an end crest corrugation positioned at a terminal end of the chamber; andan end crest sub-corrugation running along at least a portion of the end crest corrugation.2. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest corrugation includes a substantially constant width.3. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest corrugation includes a tapering width.4. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest corrugation includes a height less than a height of the crest corrugations.5. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest sub-corrugation is positioned along a top portion of the end crest corrugation.6. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest sub-corrugation includes terminal ends positioned above the base.7. The chamber of claim 1 , wherein the end crest sub-corrugation includes terminal ends positioned at the ...

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Номер записи: 98
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Long Pond Water Management System

Номер: US20170089056A1
Автор: Schafer Charlie J.
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Disclosed is a system for managing water. In example embodiments, the system may include a long pond for storing water. In some embodiments the long pond may be used to prevent flooding, in other examples the long pond may be used as a reservoir for holding water usable with irrigation and sub-irrigation systems. 1. A system for managing water comprising:a long pond having a means to receive water from a drainage ditch.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the means to receive water includes at least one passage extending from the long pond to the drainage ditch.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one passage is at least one pipe.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the at least one pipe extends from the long pond to the drainage ditch.5. The system of claim 3 , further comprising:a first control station, wherein the at least one pipe includes a first pipe and the first control station includes a first gate configured to regulate water flowing through the first pipe.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the first control station further includes a first electronic controller configured to control the first gate claim 5 , the first electronic controller being configured to receive data from a first external source and use that data to control the first gate.7. The system of claim 6 , further comprising:a second control station, wherein the at least one pipe includes a second pipe and the second control station includes a second gate configured to regulate water flowing through the second pipe.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the second control station further includes a second electronic controller configured to control the second gate claim 7 , the second electronic controller being configured to receive data from a second external source and use that data to control the second gate.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the first external source is the second control station and the second external source is the first control station.10. The system of claim 8 , ...

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Номер записи: 99
19-03-2020 дата публикации

UNITIZED FORMED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME

Номер: US20200087165A1
Автор: Russell Matthew F.
Принадлежит: RJSK, LLC

A method for manufacturing unitized formed mineral-based construction materials includes providing starting materials of an aggregate, a cementing agent, a sublimation agent and water. The sublimation agent (between 25% and 50% by weight of the cementing agent) is selected from molybdenum disulfide, tungsten disulfide, vanadium disulfide, copper sulfate, and combinations thereof. The method includes mixing the starting materials to achieve a mixture, placing the mixture into a form, and curing the mixture in the form for a time to allow the mixture to become a solidified unit defined by a minimum dimension of thickness, length, width or diameter. The method further includes placing the solidified unit into a kiln, heating the kiln to a temperature of 1115°−1350° C., maintaining the kiln at the temperature for between 10-60 minutes per centimeter of the minimum dimension, and removing the solidified unit from the kiln. 1. A method for manufacturing unitized formed mineral-based construction materials , comprising:providing starting materials comprising an aggregate, a cementing agent, a sublimation agent and water;the sublimation agent selected from the group consisting of molybdenum disulfide, tungsten disulfide, vanadium disulfide, copper sulfate, and combinations thereof;the sublimation agent being provided in an amount of between 25% and 50% by weight of the cementing agent;mixing the starting materials with one another to achieve a mixture of the starting materials;placing the mixture of the starting materials into a form;curing the mixture of starting materials in the form for a period of time selected to allow the mixture of starting materials to become a solidified unit of the mixture of starting materials, the solidified unit of the mixture of starting materials being defined by a minimum dimension of thickness, length, and one of width or diameter;placing the solidified unit of the mixture of starting materials into a kiln;heating the kiln containing the ...

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Номер записи: 100