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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Method, controller, valve arrangement and portioning device for portioning a flowable, optionally pressurized mass

Номер: US20120132284A1
Автор: Leo Bühler
Принадлежит: Individual

A method is provided for portioning a flowable, optionally pressurized mass. In a first step a first pinch valve is opened and a second pinch valve located thereafter in a principal flow direction of the mass (m) is slightly closed. As soon as a desired quantity of the mass has passed the pinch valves the first pinch valve is closed. The second pinch valve is then opened. The opening, the slight closing and the closing of the first pinch valve and of the second pinch valve is accomplished by a pressure medium. A controller, a valve arrangement and a portioning device are also provided for executing the method.

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Номер записи: 1
31-05-2012 дата публикации

Control Valve for Pressure Reduction

Номер: US20120132835A1
Автор: Torsten Runge, Volker Richter
Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A control valve for pressure reduction, in particular for liquids containing solids and having an inlet, an outlet and a channel between the inlet and outlet, wherethe channel is formed as an elastic through-flow channel with a free line cross section which can be reduced along its longitudinal axis over an extended line section.

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Номер записи: 2
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Beverage dispensing valve

Номер: US20120313017A1
Автор: A. A. Jud Schroeder, Jeff Farris
Принадлежит: Jeff Farris, Schroeder A A Jud

A beverage dispensing valve includes a downspout assembly having a body having walls with a slot therein. The downspout assembly has a channel, an upper and a lower opening, with the slot in the channel between the upper and lower openings. The downspout assembly includes a lateral member typically extending laterally from the downspout assembly and engaging the wall adjacent the slot. A pinch member may partly enclosed within the lateral member and dimensioned to move partially through the slot. A handle and the pinch member moves the pinch member in and out of the slot. A coil spring may engage the lateral member and the pinch arm urging the pinch arm at least partially through the slot of the body. A flexible insert is dimensioned to tightly fit against the walls of the channel of the body, the insert having an open top and an open bottom.

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Номер записи: 3
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Cassette and system component insertable into a centrifuge in cooperation with the cassette

Номер: US20130072368A1
Автор: Klaus-Günter EBERLE, Roland Biset, Wilfried Mertens
Принадлежит: Andreas Hettich GmbH and Co KG

The invention pertains to a cassette ( 2 ) comprising a product conveying path ( 1, 1 a, 1 b ) and a shut-off device ( 19 a, 19 b ) integrated into the cassette for interrupting a product flow. The shut-off device is arranged at a rim of the cassette such that the shut-off device ( 19 a, 19 b ) can be directly operated manually and/or mechanically. The product-conveying path ( 1, 1 a, 1 b ) leads through the shut-off device ( 19 a, 19 b ). The cassette consists of a lower part ( 5 ) and an upper part ( 7 ) which are connectable to each other by connecting means ( 9, 11, 13, 15 ).

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Номер записи: 4
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Manual Control Part of a Suction Device

Номер: US20130082204A1
Автор: Daniel Bachi, Elmar Morscher
Принадлежит: INTEGRA BIOSCIENCES AG

The invention relates to a manual control part of a suction device with a valve, which manual control part can be adjoined downstream by a suction line and upstream by a pipette or pipette tip. The manual control part consists of a cylindrical, elastically deformable jacket, which defines a receiving space for a valve body, and of a valve body, which is received in the jacket and which defines, within the receiving space, a first space located in the upstream direction and a second space located in the downstream direction. In the valve body a flow connection between the first space and the second space is provided by at least one radially outwardly directed valve seat with a valve opening. The valve seat bears on the inner wall of the jacket, wherein the jacket can be compressed laterally of the valve seat in order to open the valve. In this way, the inner wall is moved away from the at least one valve seat.

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Номер записи: 5
18-04-2013 дата публикации

Valve And Method For Dense Phase Flow Control

Номер: US20130092861A1
Автор: Russell James Memory
Принадлежит: CNH Canada Ltd

A valve for controlling a flow of granular material and fluid comprises a body having a first end, a second end, and defining an interior surface. An inlet is formed proximate the first end for receiving the granular material and fluid. An outlet is formed downstream of the inlet for selectively discharging the granular material and fluid. A first member is slideably captured within the body and a resilient member is operationally coupled to the first member. The first member is moveable between an open position at which the granular material and fluid flow through the outlet, and a closed position upstream of the outlet at which the granular material is substantially prevented from flowing through the outlet. The resilient member is moveable between a retracted position and an expanded position at which it is engaged with the interior surface to substantially prevent the fluid from flowing through the outlet.

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Номер записи: 6
23-05-2013 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC WATER SHUT-OFF VALVE FOR LOW PRESSURE

Номер: US20130126020A1
Автор: Shin Hong Kun
Принадлежит:

An automatic water shut-off valve for low pressure includes: a body having a nipple formed at a lower portion thereof; a rubber diaphragm inserted into a protruding threaded pipe formed at an outside portion of the body; and a pressure supporter pressurizing the rubber diaphragm, wherein the pressure supporter has a drain hole and the fixing cap has a cap drain hole, so that the fluid is drained through a fluid flow hole of the rubber diaphragm in the case of compressible air fluid or at pressure lower than set pressure and is stopped when the fluid switching face of the rubber diaphragm is grounded to a fluid stop protrusion of the pressure supporter in the case of incompressible fluid or at pressure higher than set pressure. 1. An automatic water shut-off valve which controls a fluid in a flow direction of the fluid , the automatic water shut-off valve comprising:{'b': 2', '21, 'a body () having a nipple () formed at a lower portion thereof;'}{'b': 3', '22', '2, 'a rubber diaphragm () inserted into a protruding threaded pipe () formed at an outside portion of the body (); and'}{'b': 4', '5', '22', '3, 'a pressure supporter () being pressured by a fixing cap () coupled to the protruding threaded pipe () and pressurizing the rubber diaphragm (),'}{'b': 4', '45', '5', '51', '35', '3', '33', '3', '44', '4, 'wherein the pressure supporter () has a drain hole () and the fixing cap () has a cap drain hole (), so that the fluid is naturally drained through a fluid flow hole () formed at the center of the rubber diaphragm () in the case of compressible air fluid or at pressure lower than set pressure and is stopped when the fluid switching face () of the rubber diaphragm () is grounded to a fluid stop protrusion () of the pressure supporter () in the case of incompressible fluid or at pressure higher than set pressure.'}23312232242133323431334423134332343. The automatic water shut-off valve according to claim 1 , wherein the rubber diaphragm () comprises: a fixing jaw () ...

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Номер записи: 7
22-08-2013 дата публикации

FLUID TRANSPORT APPARATUS, REPLACEMENT UNIT AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING REPLACEMENT UNIT

Номер: US20130214184A1
Автор: MIYAZAKI Hajime
Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

A fluid transport apparatus includes a main unit and a replacement unit that can be removably attached to the main unit. The replacement unit includes a tube for transporting a fluid, and a plurality of fingers for pressing against and occluding the tube, the plurality of fingers being arranged along the tube. The main unit includes a cam for pressing the plurality of fingers successively in a transport direction of the fluid. The tube, the plurality of fingers and the cam are arranged in a layered arrangement along a rotation axis direction of the cam. 1. A fluid transport apparatus comprising:a main unit; anda replacement unit that is removably attachable to the main unit;the replacement unit including a tube for transporting a fluid, and a plurality of fingers for pressing against and occluding the tube, the plurality of fingers being arranged along the tube,the main unit including a cam for pressing the plurality of fingers successively in a transport direction of the fluid, andthe tube, the plurality of fingers and the cam being arranged in a layered arrangement along a rotation axis direction of the cam.2. The fluid transport apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the fingers are supported movably along a direction in which the replacement unit is mounted to the main unit.3. The fluid transport apparatus according to claim 2 ,wherein the tube is not occluded before the replacement unit is mounted to the main unit, andat least one of the fingers is pushed by the cam and occludes the tube when the replacement unit is mounted to the main unit.4. The fluid transport apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the main unit is provided with a motor for driving the cam.5. The fluid transport apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the replacement unit is provided with a motor for driving the cam.6. A replacement unit of a fluid transport apparatus claim 1 , the replacement unit comprising:a tube for transporting a fluid; anda plurality of fingers for pressing against ...

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Номер записи: 8
03-10-2013 дата публикации

MAGNETIC-ANISOTROPIC PLASTICALLY DEFORMED BODY, METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME, AND ELECTROMAGNETIC APPARATUS USING THE SAME

Номер: US20130256574A1
Автор: Harakawa Toshiro, Hoshina Hidehiro, Koyama Keiichi, Takahashi Kohki
Принадлежит: KEIHIN CORPORATION

A material containing a soft magnetic substance is subjected to a plastic deformation such as a roll processing to obtain a rod-shaped body. Then, the rod-shaped body or a shaped body obtained by processing the rod-shaped body into a shape other than a flat plate shape is subjected to a heat treatment in the presence of a magnetic field. The rod-shaped body or the shaped body is made magnetic-anisotropic by the heat treatment thereby to obtain a magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body. 1. A magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body comprising a plastically deformed body obtained by processing a material containing a soft magnetic substance into a shape other than a flat plate shape , the plastically deformed body exhibiting a magnetic anisotropy.2. The magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body according to claim 1 , having one magnetization easy axis oriented in an arbitrary direction claim 1 , thereby exhibiting a uniaxial magnetic anisotropy.3. The magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body according to claim 1 , having a crystal grain size corresponding to a grain size number of 3 to 9.4. The magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body according to claim 1 , comprising a silicon steel or an Fe—Al alloy.5. The magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body according to claim 1 , having a rod shape.6. The magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body according to claim 1 , obtained by plastically deforming the material and subjecting the deformed material to a heat treatment in the presence of a magnetic field.7. A method for producing a magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body claim 1 , the magnetic-anisotropic plastically deformed body comprising a soft magnetic substance and exhibiting a magnetic anisotropy claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of:plastically deforming a material containing the soft magnetic substance to obtain a rod-shaped body; andsubjecting the rod-shaped body or a shaped body obtained by processing the rod- ...

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Номер записи: 9
24-10-2013 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20130277580A1
Автор: Deperraz Nicolas
Принадлежит: FLUID AUTOMATION SYSTEMS S.A.

A pinch valve () is provided. The pinch valve () includes a base (). The pinch valve () further includes a deformable sleeve (), including an aperture (), coupled to the base (). The pinch valve () further includes one or more shape memory alloy elements () coupled to the base () and extending around at least a portion of the deformable sleeve (). 1100. An apparatus () , comprising:{'b': '101', 'a base ();'}{'b': 405', '406', '101, 'a deformable sleeve (), including an aperture (), coupled to the base (); and'}{'b': 203', '101', '405, 'one or more shape memory alloy elements () coupled to the base () and extending around at least a portion of the deformable sleeve ().'}2100102406. The apparatus () of claim 1 , further comprising a tube () extending through the aperture ().3100102202. The apparatus () of claim 1 , wherein the tube () includes a deformable orifice ().4100202232232102202aba. The apparatus () of claim 3 , wherein the deformable orifice () comprises a pair of opposed lips ( claim 3 , ) extending from an inner surface of the tube () to define a normally closed substantially fluid-tight slit ().51002322321020102ab. The apparatus () of claim 4 , wherein the pair of opposed lips ( claim 4 , ) extend from the inner surface of the tube () at an angle () with respect to a longitudinal axis (X-X) of the tube ().6100103203. The apparatus () of claim 1 , further comprising an electrical contact () coupled to each of the one or more shape memory alloy elements ().7100310203. The apparatus () of claim 1 , further comprising a tension assembly () coupled to the one or more shape memory alloy elements ().8100310309410101. The apparatus () of claim 7 , wherein the tension assembly () comprises a biasing member () located within a channel () formed in the base ().9100310308411101. The apparatus () of claim 7 , wherein the tension assembly () comprises a release plug () and located within an aperture () formed in the base ().10100407405. The apparatus () of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 10
21-11-2013 дата публикации

GAS COMBUSTOR

Номер: US20130309619A1
Автор: TSAI Chin-Lin
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a gas combustor, comprising: a gas intake valve, the bottom of a valve tube axially formed in a valve member is installed with a filter member, a first spring is installed above the filter member and inside the valve tube, the top of a valve pin is protruded out of a tube opening formed at and communicated with the top of the valve tube, a plug outwardly protruded at the bottom of the valve pin is abutted against the first spring, the plug is enabled to seal the tube opening through the first spring being stretched, and when the top of the valve pin is axially subject to a force, the valve pin and the plug are downwardly moved, the first spring is compressed thereby enabling the tube opening to be opened. 1. A gas combustor , comprising:a gas intake valve, the bottom of a valve tube axially formed in a valve member being installed with a filter member, a first spring being installed above said filter member and inside said valve tube, the top of a valve pin being protruded out of a tube opening formed at and communicated with the top of said valve tube, a plug outwardly protruded at the bottom of said valve pin being abutted against said first spring, said plug being enabled to seal said tube opening through said first spring being stretched, and when the top of said valve pin being axially subject to a force, said valve pin and said plug being downwardly moved, said first spring being compressed thereby enabling said tube opening to be opened.2. The gas combustor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said filter member is a sintered member have micro pores claim 1 , said filter member is disposed in a sleeve tube provided at the bottom of said valve tube claim 1 , the top of said sleeve tube is disposed adjacent to said first spring.3. The gas combustor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the outer periphery of said valve member is protrudingly formed with a flange claim 1 , and said flange and said plug of said valve pin are respectively ...

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Номер записи: 11
05-12-2013 дата публикации

DONOR TUBE SEALING HEAD WITH NON-TENSION TUBE SUPPORTS

Номер: US20130320249A1
Автор: Chung Terry, Kim Kwang Suk, Ling David Shao, Lynn Daniel, Roxas James Darren, Sandford Craig, West Richard
Принадлежит: Fenwal, Inc.

A blood donor tube sealing apparatus includes a housing configured to house an electronic circuit configured to provide a radio frequency signal. The sealing apparatus further includes a sealing device coupled to the housing. The sealing device includes a movable sealing head and at least one movable tube support. The movable sealing head and movable tube support are configured to be moved into contact with a blood donor tube. The movable sealing head is powered by the radio frequency signal to seal the blood donor tube. 1. A tube sealing apparatus , comprising:a body defining an opening configured to receive a length of tubing;a movable sealing head located within the opening and configured to apply a radio frequency signal to the tubing to seal the tube; andone or more movable tube supports that move with the sealing head to contact the tubing such that compressive support is applied to the tubing while the sealing head seals the tube.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the movable tube supports are located on opposing sides of the sealing head.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the tube supports are in direct contact with the sealing head.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more tube supports and the sealing head are coupled to a rigid frame member configured to move between an open position and a closed position claim 1 , wherein the sealing head applies compressive force to the tubing when the frame member is in the closed position.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more tube supports do not fully occlude the tube when the sealing head seals the tubing.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more tube supports comprise substantially cylindrical members having lengths that run substantially perpendicular to the tubing when in contact with the tubing.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a heat sink coupled to one or more tube supports and configured to dissipate heat from the one or more tube supports, wherein ...

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Номер записи: 12
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Shaft sealing device and valve structure using the same

Номер: US20140013938A1
Автор: Chikashi Gomi, Kazuhiro Aoki, Tomoya Yamasaki
Принадлежит: Kitz Corp

A shaft sealing device switches a sealing state and an unsealing state of a fluid, with high sealing performance maintained, because no abrasion accompanies movement of a sealing material or a sealing member, enabling feeding a fluid at a predetermined flow rate, and adjusts the expanding rate of the sealing material with the quantity of an external electric signal and accordingly adjusts the contact face pressure to enable controlling the amount of leakage of the fluid highly precisely, so that it can be used for all applications. The shaft sealing device includes a shaft sealing body formed of a macromolecular material and made expansible or contractible, or deformable, through external electrostimuli applied to a shaft sealing portion disposed in a device body, and flow passages disposed in the shaft sealing portion for feeding the fluid leaked due to the expansion or contraction, or the deformation, of the shaft sealing body.

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Номер записи: 13
23-01-2014 дата публикации

VALVE FOR METERING FLUID

Номер: US20140021387A1
Автор: Kegel Timo, Schmieder Dietmar
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A valve for metering fluid includes: a piezoelectric actuator for metering control; two electrical connection elements for applying an electrical control voltage; and a discharge resistor integrated into the actuator, which resistor bridges the two connection elements. 16-. (canceled)7. A valve for metering fluid , comprising:a piezoelectric actuator for the metering control, wherein the piezoelectric actuator includes (i) two electrical connection elements for applying an electrical control voltage, and (ii) a discharge resistor integrated into the actuator and bridging the two connection elements.8. The valve as recited in claim 7 , wherein the piezoelectric actuator has a piezo module which includes:a piezo stack made up of multiple individual piezoelectric elements situated axially behind each other and connected to two contact pins, the piezo stack being situated between two cover plates;a bourdon tube which axially secures the two cover plates relative to each other by clamping; anda contact member carrying the two connection elements, wherein the contact member is fixed in place on one of the two cover plates.9. The valve as recited in claim 8 , wherein:the two connection elements are configured as two contact plates each having a respective contact lug;the discharge resistor is connected to the two contact plates; andthe contact lugs are each connected to a respective one of the two contact pins of the piezo stack.10. The valve as recited in claim 9 , wherein:the cover plate of the piezo module carrying the contact member has a central lug directed away from the piezo stack;the contact member has a plastic body fixed in place on the central lug,the two contact plates are situate on a side of the plastic body facing away from the piezo stack; andthe two contact lugs penetrate the plastic body and the cover plate.11. The valve as recited in claim 10 , wherein:the two contact lugs each extend in a respective one of two axial bores penetrating the cover plate; ...

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Номер записи: 14
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Tubing Clamp

Номер: US20140060655A1
Автор: Blanchard Daniel B., Ramos Miguel D.
Принадлежит:

A clamp for selectively compressing a portion of tubing, such as an extension leg of a PICC or other catheter, is disclosed. The clamp is able to be opened or closed with a thumb and finger of a single hand of a user and is slidably attached to the tubing so as to enable its placement as desired along the tube. In one embodiment, the tubing clamp comprises a body including first and second body portions hingedly connected to one another in a clamshell configuration, a latch for releasably latching the first and second body portions together, and at least two tube compression members. The tube compression members cooperate to compress and occlude a portion of tubing passing through the tubing clamp when the first and second body portions are latched to one another. 1. A tubing clamp , comprising:a body including first and second body portions hingedly connected to one another in a clamshell configuration;a latch for releasably latching the first and second body portions together; andat least two tube compression members that cooperate to compress and occlude a portion of tubing passing through the tubing clamp when the first and second body portions are latched to one another.2. The tubing clamp as defined in claim 1 , further comprising at least one tube retention member that receives a portion of the tubing so as to secure the tubing clamp to the tubing.3. The tubing clamp as defined in claim 2 , wherein the at least one tube retention member includes a loop structure included on at least one of the first and second body portions.4. The tubing clamp as defined in claim 3 , wherein each of the first and second body portions includes one of the tube compression members and one of two tube retention members disposed proximate one another.5. The tubing clamp as defined in claim 1 , wherein two tube compression members are included with the tubing clamp claim 1 , each tube compression member including a flat surface for engaging a portion of the tubing claim 1 , the ...

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Номер записи: 15
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Pinch Valve

Номер: US20140077107A1
Автор: Berwanger Johannes, Herrig Martin
Принадлежит: FESTO AG & CO. KG

Proposed is a pinch valve () which has a hose-like valve element (), an actuating element () arranged on the outer circumference of the valve element (), and at least one radially movable plunger () arranged between the actuating element () and the valve element (). On the inner side () of the actuating element () there is situated at least one actuating surface, which extends in the circumferential direction and at the same time axially and which bears against a plunger (). By way of guide means (), it is ensured that, in the event of rotation of the actuating element (), the actuating surface slides on the at least one plunger () and pushes the latter radially inward, because the spacing of the actuating surface to the valve element () varies over the longitudinal profile thereof. 1. A pinch valve having a hose-like valve element with a longitudinal axis and having an actuating element that is disposed in the area of the outer circumference of the valve element and which is rotatable relative to the valve element in the circumferential direction thereof while executing an actuating movement , and further having at least one plunger which is disposed between the valve element and the actuating element and which , for the purpose of a more or less strong pinching action that is applied to the valve element , is movable transversely relative to the longitudinal axis of the valve element while executing an operating movement optionally toward the inside in the direction to the valve element or opposite thereto toward the outside , wherein the actuating element on the inner side of it includes at least one actuating surface directed toward the valve element and serving for a pressing application of force of the at least one plunger directed toward the inside , the at least one actuating surface sliding along the at least one plunger when executing the actuation movement and having a longitudinal profile extending at least in part in the circumferential direction of the ...

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Номер записи: 16
10-04-2014 дата публикации

ANTI-SURGE VALVE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20140096841A1
Автор: IM Sung Hyun, JIN Young Soo, LEE Kyung Woo
Принадлежит:

An anti-surge valve includes a diaphragm partitioning an internal space formed by a valve body and a cover into spaces in which a pressure chamber connected to a connection port, an air inlet and an air outlet are formed; a valve cup assembled to the diaphragm; a coupling member that fixes the diaphragm and the valve cup; and a spring that elastically supports the diaphragm in the pressure chamber. In the anti-surge valve, a side wall of the valve cup has a sectional shape concave toward the center of the valve along the entire circumference thereof so that a side portion of the diaphragm is deformed toward the center of the valve while being adhered closely to an outer surface of the side wall of the valve cup in a state in which an edge portion of the diaphragm is fixed by the valve body and the cover. 1. An anti-surge valve for a vehicle , comprising:a diaphragm that partitions an internal space formed by a valve body and a cover into spaces in which a pressure chamber connected to a connection port, an air inlet and an air outlet are formed, respectively;a valve cup mounted to the diaphragm;a coupling member that fixes the diaphragm and the valve cup; anda spring elastically supporting the diaphragm in the pressure chamber,wherein a side wall of the valve cup has a concave cross-sectional shape along the entire circumference thereof so that a side portion of the diaphragm deforms toward the center of the valve while being adhered closely to an outer surface of the side wall of the valve cup in a state in which an edge portion of the diaphragm is fixed by the valve body and the cover.2. The anti-surge valve of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface of the side wall of the valve cup is formed to have a curved surface concavely recessed toward the center of the valve.3. The anti-surge valve of claim 1 , wherein the side wall of the valve cup has an arc sectional shape.4. The anti-surge valve of claim 2 , wherein the side wall of the valve cup has an arc sectional ...

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Номер записи: 17
02-01-2020 дата публикации

FLOW SPLITTING CONTROL VALVE FOR SECONDARY HEADER

Номер: US20200000009A1
Автор: Henry James W., Noble Scott D.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural implement including a toolbar, a plurality of row units connected to the toolbar, and a pneumatic seeding system. The pneumatic seeding system includes at least one storage tank configured for storing the particulate matter, a plurality of fluid lines fluidly interconnecting the at least one storage tank with each row unit of the plurality of row units, a fan fluidly connected to the at least one storage tank and to the plurality of fluid lines, and at least one pinch valve fluidly coupled to at least one fluid line of the plurality of fluid lines for adjustably balancing a respective airstream within the at least one fluid line of the plurality of fluid lines. 1. An agricultural implement , comprising:a toolbar;a plurality of row units connected to the toolbar and configured for placing a particulate matter into a field; and at least one storage tank configured for storing the particulate matter;', 'a plurality of fluid lines fluidly interconnecting the at least one storage tank with each row unit of the plurality of row units;', 'a fan fluidly connected to the at least one storage tank and to the plurality of fluid lines, the fan being configured for providing an airstream through the plurality of fluid lines for carrying the particulate matter from the at least one storage tank to the plurality of row units; and', 'at least one pinch valve fluidly coupled to at least one fluid line of the plurality of fluid lines for adjustably balancing a respective airstream within the at least one fluid line of the plurality of fluid lines., 'a pneumatic seeding system associated with the toolbar and the plurality of row units, the pneumatic seeding system including2. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein the pneumatic seeding system further includes at least one header having a plurality of fluid outlets claim 1 , and the at least one pinch valve is fluidly connected in between a respective fluid outlet and the at least one fluid line of the ...

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Номер записи: 18
01-01-2015 дата публикации

FLOW ADJUSTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20150000776A1
Автор: Sunagawa Takeshi
Принадлежит:

A flow adjusting apparatus adjusts the flow rate of a fluid flowing in a plurality of tubes. The flow adjusting apparatus includes a tube coupling joint having a joint body and a plurality of engaging lugs. The joint body has a plurality of connection holes for connecting the tubes, respectively. The engaging lugs are mounted on the inner circumferential surfaces of the connection holes of the joint body and engage the outer circumferential surfaces of the tubes, respectively. The flow adjusting apparatus further includes a plurality of inner sleeves having outer diameters respectively corresponding to the inner diameters of the tubes. The inner sleeves increase the engaging forces of the engaging lugs against the outer circumferential surfaces of the tubes inserted in the connection holes of the joint body. The inner sleeves have different inner diameters to produce different flow rates of the fluid flowing in the tubes. 1. A flow adjusting apparatus for adjusting the flow rate of a fluid flowing in a plurality of tubes , comprising:a tube coupling joint including a joint body having a plurality of connection holes for receiving said plurality of tubes, respectively, and a plurality of engaging means mounted on the inner circumferential surfaces of said plurality of connection holes of said joint body, respectively, said plurality of engaging means having a plurality of engaging lugs for engaging the outer circumferential surfaces of said plurality of tubes, respectively; anda plurality of inner sleeves having outer diameters respectively corresponding to the inner diameters of said tubes and adapted to be fitted in the front end portions of said tubes, respectively, said inner sleeves functioning to increase the engaging forces of said engaging lugs of said plurality of engaging means to be applied to the outer circumferential surfaces of said tubes inserted in said connection holes of said joint body;said inner sleeves having different inner diameters according ...

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Номер записи: 19
03-01-2019 дата публикации

IMPROVEMENTS IN AND RELATING TO CELL HARVESTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20190002817A1
Автор: Dowling Jim, Harris Dan
Принадлежит: GE HEALTHCARE BIO-SCIENCES CORP.

Disclosed herein is a cell harvesting instrument suitable for concentrating cells from a source suspension of cells and/or washing said cells, the instrument comprising: a housing for accommodating mechanical elements including at least one fluid pump, at least one valve; and a processing kit removably insertable into the housing, said kit including a generally flat frame having or supporting plural sealed fluid paths arranged in a generally flat plane and such that fluids in the paths do not contact said mechanical elements, wherein at least portions of the fluid paths comprise flexible tubes, the outer surfaces of which are manipulateable by the or each fluid pump, to provide fluid flow in one or more of the paths and/or by the or each valve to restrict fluid flow in one or more of the paths. In an embodiment, the kit comprises also a fluid processing reservoir and a filter suitable for separating cells from fluid in said paths. A transfer mechanism for moving and weighing the fluid processing reservoir is disclosed also. 1. A pinch valve mechanism operable to pinch a flexible tube against a reaction surface , the mechanism comprisingat least one pivotable arm including on one side a finger to perform said pinching and on an opposing side a cam profile, anda linearly moveable actuator in use acting on the or each cam profile to move an associated finger.2. The mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pivotable arm comprises a first arm and a second arm each operable to pinch a different tube claim 1 , and wherein the first and second arms share the same actuator.3. The mechanism of claim 2 , wherein the cam profiles of the first and second arms are the same or similar in profile but opposed in orientation such that when the finger of the first arm provides a pinching action the finger of the second arm provides no pinching action claim 2 , and vice versa.4. The mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the opposed cam profiles of the first and second arms have a ...

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Номер записи: 20
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Encapsulated system for pressurized fluid processes

Номер: US20180003305A1
Автор: Dean C. Richards, Michael C. Gagne, Steven V. Cates
Принадлежит: Alphinity LLC

Fluid management systems for handling pressurized fluid connect various subsystems or subunits without the need to use reinforced tubing. The system utilizes one or more segments of unreinforced conduit that are encapsulated at various points along a length of the segment with one or more rigid encapsulating members. The unreinforced conduit may be made a disposable element while the rigid encapsulating members may be re-used. In one aspect, the encapsulating member may include a two-part valve body that surrounds and encapsulates a portion of the unreinforced conduit. In another aspect, the encapsulating member may include a two-part jacket that surrounds and encapsulates a portion of the unreinforced conduit. The two-part valve bodies and two-part jackets may be joined at various points within the system as part of the overall flow system.

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Номер записи: 21
02-01-2020 дата публикации

FLOW CONTROL SWITCH VALVE

Номер: US20200003312A1
Автор: Xia Pengcheng
Принадлежит:

A flow regulating switch valve includes a valve core that includes a switch assembly configured to drive a diaphragm assembly to open or close a water outlet, and also includes a flow regulating assembly that comprises a rotating ring, a sliding block, and a magnet. A control key is configured to control the switch assembly. The rotating ring is connected to the control key and includes an inclined plane that transitions from high to low and is configured to drive the sliding block to slide up and down such that the sliding block drives the magnet to move up and down. The magnet is configured to control the diaphragm assembly to regulate a size of the water outlet. 1. A flow regulating switch valve comprising:a control key; anda valve core comprising a switch assembly and a diaphragm assembly; the control key is configured to press and control the switch assembly;', 'the switch assembly is configured to drive the diaphragm assembly to open or close a water outlet;', 'the valve core further comprises a flow regulating assembly that comprises a rotating ring, a sliding block, and a magnet;', 'the rotating ring is connected with the control key in a synchronous rotation manner;', 'the rotating ring comprises an inclined plane that transitions from high to low and is configured to drive the sliding block to slide up and down when rotating such that the sliding block drives the magnet to move up and down; and', 'the magnet is configured to control the diaphragm assembly to regulate a size of the water outlet., 'wherein2. The flow regulating switch valve according to claim 1 , wherein:the rotating ring comprises a ring body, and a lower surface of the ring body is provided with the inclined plane; andthe sliding block is provided with a convex strip extending along a vertical direction, and an upper surface of the convex strip is in contact with the inclined plane.3. The flow regulating switch valve according to claim 2 , wherein:the valve core further comprises a valve ...

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Номер записи: 22
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Non-invasive sprinkler

Номер: US20150008266A1
Автор: Christopher Hebison
Принадлежит: Individual

Embodiments disclosed herein provide systems and methods for an in-ground sprinkler to controller a liquid flow rate through a chamber, while reducing or eliminating leakage. Embodiments may utilize a flat, external surface that is configured to be flush with a ground surface to control the liquid flow rate through the in-ground sprinkler. In embodiments, a permanent magnet may be positioned on the flat, external surface to control an internal patch system. Responsive to the permanent magnet controlling the internal patch, liquid flowing through the chamber may be controlled.

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Номер записи: 23
14-01-2016 дата публикации

COMPACT PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20160009102A1
Автор: Balala Rommel, Dyer Geoffrey Philip, Jayatileke Saminda, Knight Paul Charles, Sanaei Kianoush Mir
Принадлежит:

A pinch valve includes first and second pinch arms pivotally mounted about respective pivot axes. A spring interconnects the first and second pinch arms to mutually bias the pinch arms towards each other and provide a pinching force for pinching respective first and second conduits. A cam engages with each of the pinch arms and provides an unpinching force for either one of the pinch arms against the bias of the sprint. 1. A pinch valve comprising:a body;a cam rotatably mounted on the body about a cam axis;a first pinch arm pivotally mounted on the body about a first pivot axis parallel with the cam axis, the first pinch arm comprising a first cam follower for engagement with the cam and a first pinch element for pinching a first conduit, the first conduit being positioned between the first pinch element and the cam axis;a second pinch arm pivotally mounted on the body about a second pivot axis parallel with the cam axis, the second pinch arm comprising a second cam follower for engagement with the cam and a second pinch element for pinching a second conduit, the second conduit being positioned between the second pinch element and the cam axis; anda resilient element interconnecting the first and second pinch arms between respective first and second spring mount locations, the resilient element mutually biasing the first and second pinch arms towards each other,wherein the resilient element provides a pinching force for pinching the first and second conduits.2. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the resilient element comprises a tension spring.3. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises first and second anvils claim 1 , and wherein the resilient element provides a pinching force on a first conduit positioned between the first anvil and the first pinch element and a pinching force on a second conduit positioned between the second anvil and the second pinch element.4. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the first and second pinch arms are ...

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Номер записи: 24
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Tubing Clamp

Номер: US20170009895A1
Автор: Bello Stephen P., Stanton Katherine J.
Принадлежит: Halkey-Roberts Corporation

A clamp for flexible tubing such as medical tubing or micro-tubing. The clamp comprises a clam-shell design having lateral non-opposing sidewalls that prevent the micro-tubing from bending out from under the mating clamping anvils when closed. The lateral non-opposing sidewalls of the clamp are non-opposing in order to facilitate injection molded in two halves of an injection mold without the use of additional slides. 1. A tubing clamp , comprising in combination:an upper arm and a lower arm flexibly hinged together, said arms including an upper anvil and a lower anvil, respectively; andat least one first sidewall on one side of the clamp and at least one second sidewall on the other side of the clamp, said sidewalls being non-opposing from one another such that no portion of the first sidewall is directly opposite to any portion of the second sidewall to facilitate injection molding of the clamp.2. The clamp as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a gap is formed between said sidewalls.3. The clamp as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said first and second sidewalls emanate from one of said arms.4. The clamp as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the other one of said arms includes first and second side slots into which respective first and second sidewalls move into as the clamp is squeezed closed.5. The clamp as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said upper arm and said lower arm are flexibly hinged together by a living hinge.6. The clamp as set forth in claim 5 , further including an aperture formed in said living hinge.7. The clamp as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said at least one first sidewall on one side of the clamp comprises a single first sidewall and wherein said at least one second sidewall on the other side of the clamp comprises two second sidewalls8. The clamp as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said sidewalls comprise a generally flat rectangular configuration.9. The clamp as set forth in claim 3 , wherein said first sidewall emanates from said anvil of respective ...

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Номер записи: 25
14-01-2021 дата публикации

PRELOADED PIEZO ACTUATOR AND GAS VALVE EMPLOYING THE ACTUATOR

Номер: US20210010608A1
Автор: Brown Timothy R.
Принадлежит:

A valve arrangement for controlling gas flow. A gas block includes a gas inlet, a gas outlet, and a gas cavity fluidly connecting the gas inlet to the gas outlet. A diaphragm is configured for controlling gas flow between the gas inlet and the gas outlet. An actuator is configured to vary the position of the diaphragm so as to control the gas flow. The actuator comprises a tubular housing; a plunger positioned inside the housing and having an actuating extension extending outside of the housing and coupled to the diaphragm, the plunger configured to be slidable inside the housing; a piezoelectric body positioned inside the plunger; and a pre-loader applying force to the plunger so as to press the plunger against the piezoelectric body.

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Номер записи: 26
09-01-2020 дата публикации

PRESSURE ASSISTED ROTARY PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20200011435A1
Автор: Chapman John Eric
Принадлежит:

Flow through a sleeve is controlled with a housing. A removable frame is positioned within the housing. A removable, tubular rotational mechanism defines a hole for receiving the sleeve therein. A pair of arms are pivotally mounted on the rotational mechanism for squeezing the sleeve. An actuator drives the rotational mechanism to pivot the pair of arms to open and to close the sleeve. 1. An apparatus for controlling flow through a sleeve , the apparatus comprising:a housing,a removable frame positioned within the housing,a removable, tubular rotational mechanism defining a hole for receiving the sleeve therein,a pair of arms pivotally mounted on the rotational mechanism for squeezing the sleeve, andan actuator for driving the rotational mechanism to pivot the pair of arms to open and to close the sleeve.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is selected from the group consisting of a manual actuator claim 1 , a power-driven rotary actuator claim 1 , and a linear actuator.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms are pivotally mounted on the rotational mechanism in a manner that enables each arm to be mounted at any orientation within a range of 360 degrees.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms are mounted to close the sleeve in a horizontal direction.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms are mounted to close the sleeve in a vertical direction.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes an upper casing and a lower casing.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the upper casing and the lower casing are removable.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the actuator include an actuator brace that defines a cavity.9. The apparatus of claim 8 , wherein the cavity can be pressurized to reduce the force required to close the sleeve.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the actuator includes a component selected from the group consisting of accumulator with a failsafe pneumatic claim 1 , a hydraulic device claim 1 , and a four- ...

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Номер записи: 27
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180017169A1
Автор: Thompson Bradley Richard
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of a pinch valve assembly include a controller, where the controller is preprogrammed with a plurality of selectable modes including a step and direction mode, a flow monitoring mode, a flow and fill mode, and an unclog mode, and an actuator assembly, the actuator assembly being controlled by the controller, an actuator, the actuator being actuated by the actuator assembly, a piston, the piston being coupled with the actuator, a valve body, the valve body being coupled with the actuator assembly, and an aperture, the aperture being formed in the valve body, wherein the aperture is configured to retain at least a portion of tubing such that fluid or gas flow within the tubing can be metered. 1. A pinch valve assembly comprising: i. a step and direction mode;', 'ii. a flow monitoring mode;', 'iii. a flow and fill mode; and', 'iv. an unclog mode; and, 'a. a controller, wherein the controller is preprogrammed with a plurality of selectable modes including;'}b. an actuator assembly, the actuator assembly being coupled to the controller such that the actuator assembly is controlled by the controller;c. an actuator, the actuator being actuated by the actuator assembly such that the actuator travels in a plurality of incremental steps in a first direction and a second direction in response to the plurality of selectable modes;d. a piston, the piston being coupled with the actuator such that relative movement of the actuator is transferred to the piston;e. a valve body, the valve body being coupled with the actuator assembly, wherein the piston travels in the first direction and the second direction within a bore defined by the valve body; andf. an aperture, the aperture being formed in the valve body, wherein the aperture is configured to retain at least a portion of tubing such that fluid or gas flow within the tubing can be metered.2. The pinch valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is non-back drivable.3. The pinch valve assembly of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 28
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Inverted Element Valve

Номер: US20180017174A1
Автор: Zachary Silva
Принадлежит: Baker Hughes Inc

A device and method for selectively closing and opening a flow path through a sealing element. The device includes second and third tubulars positioned within a bore of a first tubular. A sealing element having a bore is positioned between the second and third tubulars within the bore of the first tubular. The sealing element may be connected to one or both of the tubulars. Bores of the second and third tubulars communicate with the bore of the sealing element to provide a flow path. Movement of the third tubular with respect to the second tubular buckles the sealing element inward to selectively close a portion of the flow path. The third tubular may be moved away from the second tubular to reopen the flow path. The sealing element may engage a structure within the bore of the sealing element to selectively close the flow path through the sealing element.

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Номер записи: 29
17-01-2019 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20190017608A1
Автор: Thompson Bradley Richard
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of a pinch valve assembly include a controller, where the controller is preprogrammed with a plurality of selectable modes including a step and direction mode, a flow monitoring mode, a flow and fill mode, and an unclog mode, and an actuator assembly, the actuator assembly being controlled by the controller, an actuator, the actuator being actuated by the actuator assembly, a piston, the piston being coupled with the actuator, a valve body, the valve body being coupled with the actuator assembly, and an aperture, the aperture being formed in the valve body, wherein the aperture is configured to retain at least a portion of tubing such that fluid or gas flow within the tubing can be metered. 1. A pinch valve assembly comprising:a. a controller, wherein the controller is preprogrammed at least one selectable mode including a flow monitoring mode or a flow and fill mode;b. an actuator assembly, the actuator assembly being coupled to the controller such that the actuator assembly is controlled by the controller;c. an actuator, the actuator being actuated by the actuator assembly such that the actuator travels in a plurality of incremental steps in a first direction and a second direction in response to the at least one selectable mode;d. a piston, the piston being coupled with the actuator such that relative movement of the actuator is transferred to the piston;e. a valve body, the valve body being coupled with the actuator assembly, wherein the piston travels in the first direction and the second direction within a bore defined by the valve body; andf. an aperture, the aperture being formed in the valve body, wherein the aperture is configured to retain at least a portion of tubing such that fluid or gas flow within the portion of tubing can be metered.2. The pinch valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is non-back drivable.3. The pinch valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of incremental steps are 0.0005 inches in the first direction ...

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Номер записи: 30
17-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MODULATING A FLOWPATH

Номер: US20190017854A1
Автор: Brush Nicole M., Clinger Asher James, Ferris Robert, KEENEY-RITCHIE Miles, SCHLOSSER Martin Andrew
Принадлежит: Micro Motion, Inc.

A flowmeter () is provided having a sensor assembly () connected to meter electronics (), wherein the sensor assembly () comprises at least one driver () and at least one pickoff () and a variably modulated conduit () configured to change a flow area () therein. 15102010104105. A flowmeter () having a sensor assembly () connected to meter electronics () , wherein the sensor assembly () comprises at least one driver () and at least one pickoff () , comprising:{'b': 300', '304, 'a variably modulated conduit () configured to change a flow area () therein.'}25304. The flowmeter () of claim 1 , wherein the flow area () is adjustable to maintain a desired fluid velocity of fluid flowing therein.35. The flowmeter () of claim 2 , wherein the fluid velocity is maintained at a rate that maintains a desired delta t.45. The flowmeter () of claim 1 , comprising:{'b': '10', 'a first pressure sensor for measuring a first fluid pressure in the sensor assembly ();'}{'b': '10', 'a second pressure sensor for measuring a second fluid pressure in the sensor assembly (); and'}{'b': '304', 'wherein the flow area () is adjustable to maintain a desired differential pressure between the first and second pressure sensors.'}55300302304302. The flowmeter () of claim 1 , wherein the variably modulated conduit () comprises a fluid-actuated bladder () disposed in the flow area () claim 1 , wherein the fluid-actuated bladder () comprises an adjustable cross-sectional area.65308302103. The flowmeter () of claim 5 , comprising at least one support () configured to suspend the bladder () within the conduit ().75300402304402304. The flowmeter () of claim 1 , wherein the variably modulated conduit () comprises a plurality of fluid-actuated bladders () disposed in the flow area () claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fluid-actuated bladders () are configured to adjust in size to displace fluid flow within the flow area ().85402408103. The flowmeter () of claim 7 , wherein the plurality of fluid-actuated ...

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Номер записи: 31
16-01-2020 дата публикации

TUBE UNIT AND TRANSPORT APPARATUS

Номер: US20200018404A1
Автор: ASHIGAKI Kyota, Nakamura Taro, YAMADA Yasuyuki, YOSHIHAMA Shun
Принадлежит: SoLARIS Inc.

A tube unit includes an inner tube that is elastically deformable and has a tubular shape, and a pressurized space forming portion that forms a pressurized space in contact with an outer peripheral surface of the inner tube between the inner tube and the pressurized space forming portion. The inner tube is operable between a minimum pressure state and a maximum pressure state. The inner tube has a cross-section having a non-circular shape perpendicular to an axial direction in the minimum pressure state. A transport apparatus includes the tube unit and a pressure controller. 128-. (canceled)29. A tube unit comprising:an inner tube elastically deformable and having a tubular shape; anda pressurized shape forming portion configured to form a pressurized space in contact with an outer peripheral surface of the inner tube between the outer peripheral surface and the pressurized shape forming portion,wherein the inner tube is configured to be operable between a minimum pressure state and a maximum pressure state, the minimum state in which an inner pressure of the pressurized space is minimized by discharge of a pressurizing medium, and the maximum pressure state in which the inner pressure is maximized by supply of the pressurizing medium and the inner tube is deformed expanding in a radially inward direction due to an increase in the inner pressure from the minimum pressure state, whereby an inner space formed by an inner peripheral surface of the inner tube is contracted, andfurther comprising a shape regulating portion that includes a contact portion for coming into contact with the inner tube at least in the minimum pressure state and is configured to cause the contact portion to change a shape of a cross-section orthogonal to an axial direction of the inner tube into a predetermined shape in the minimum pressure state.30. The tube unit according to claim 29 ,wherein, at least in the minimum pressure state, a shape of a cross-section of the inner tube in a position ...

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Номер записи: 32
25-01-2018 дата публикации

MAGNETICALLY CONTROLLED STIFFNESS OF MATERIALS

Номер: US20180021547A1
Автор: Novak Curt A.
Принадлежит:

A system and method for the use of magneto-rheological fluids (MRF) and magnetically controlled elastomers (MCE) for use in fluid control and distribution apparatus which are responsive to control by a magnetic field are disclosed. 19-. (canceled)10. A method for improving fluid communication between a handpiece tip and an aspiration pump , comprising:aspirating a fluid from a surgical site with the handpiece tip through aspiration tubing with the aspiration pump;activating a magnetic field source communicatively coupled to a magnetically controlled elastomers (MCE) seeded portion of the aspiration tubing,wherein the aspiration tubing exhibits increased rigidity in response to the activated magnetic field source.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the aspiration pump is a vacuum based pump.12. The method of claim 10 , wherein the MCE seeded portion is located near the aspiration pump.13. A catheter claim 10 , comprising:a hollow tube, wherein the hollow tube comprises a magnetically controlled elastomers (MCE) seeded portion, wherein the catheter is configured to exhibit increased rigidity in response to exposure to a magnetic field.14. A catheter system claim 10 , comprising:a hollow tube having a lumen and distal end, wherein the hollow tube is configured an dimensioned to receive a guidewire within the lumen;a balloon having a proximal end and distal end, wherein the proximal end of the balloon is configured and dimensioned to couple with distal end of the hollow tube; anda tip have a proximal end, wherein the proximal end of the tip is configured and dimensioned to couple with the distal end of the balloon, wherein the tip comprises a magnetically controlled elastomers (MCE) seeded portion, and wherein the tip is configured to exhibit increased rigidity in response to exposure to a magnetic field.15. A method for modifying the flexibility of a catheter claim 10 , comprising: 'exposing the magnetically controlled MCE seeded portion to a magnetic field source.', ...

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Номер записи: 33
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Fluid handling systems and method for ultracentrifuges

Номер: US20180021791A1
Автор: Blaine J. Marsh, Christopher A. Deblasis, Fernando J. Garcia, Ian Eric LYNES, Kurt Spiegel, Raymond A. HATHAWAY
Принадлежит: Alfa Wassermann Inc

A fluid handling system is provided that includes a controller, a plurality of valves, a pump, and an interface in communication with the controller. The valves can be operatively connected with a conduit to along a flow path. Each of the valves is controlled by the controller for selective movement between a first position and a second position. The first position closes the flow path, while the second position opens the flow path. The pump can be operatively connected with the conduit and the is controlled by the controller for selective pumping of fluid through the flow path. The interface allows selective definition of the flow path through the valves.

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Номер записи: 34
24-01-2019 дата публикации

DISPOSABLE ASSEMBLY FOR A REUSABLE URN OR VESSEL

Номер: US20190023555A1
Автор: Pfromm Carsten, Smith Mark A.
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The present invention provides a container assembly for use with a reusable urn or vessel. The assembly includes a (1) flexible pouch, (2) a fitment connected to the pouch and having a flexible flange and a first fluid passageway therethrough in fluid communication with the chamber, (3) a tubing adapter having a first end connected to the fitment and a second end having a member for connecting to a tubing and a second fluid passageway in fluid communication with the first fluid passageway; and (4) wherein the flexible flange is capable of bending to conform to an interior wall of the urn or vessel to place the second fluid passageway in alignment with an axis of a through hole in the urn or vessel. 18-. (canceled)9. A container apparatus for use with a reusable vessel comprising:a flexible pouch defining a fluid chamber;a fitment connected to the flexible pouch, the fitment having a flexible flange and a first generally cylindrical wall extending axially away from the flexible flange the first generally cylindrical wall defining a first fluid passageway therethrough and in fluid communication with the chamber;a tubing adapter having a first end connected to the generally cylindrical wall of the fitment and a second end having a non-barbed member, the tubing adapter defining a second fluid passageway in fluid communication with the first fluid passageway, wherein the adapter weighs approximately one gram; anda tubing having a proximal end connected to the second end of the tubing adapter and having a lumen in fluid communication with the second fluid passageway, wherein a portion of the second end of the tubing adapter is positioned within the lumen.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the flexible flange is attached to an outside surface of the pouch and is capable of bending through an angle of about 90 degrees along with the outside surface of the pouch to confirm to an interior wall of the vessel.11. The apparatus of claim 9 , in which the tubing adapter is ...

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Номер записи: 35
29-01-2015 дата публикации

BEVERAGE DISPENSING VALVE

Номер: US20150028233A1
Автор: FARRIS JEFF
Принадлежит:

A beverage dispensing valve may include a downspout assembly having a body having walls with a slot therein, a channel, an upper and a lower opening, with the slot in the channel between the upper and lower openings. The downspout assembly may include a lateral member extending laterally from the downspout assembly and engaging the wall adjacent the slot. A pinch member may be partly enclosed within the lateral member and dimensioned to move partially through the slot. A handle and the pinch member may move the pinch member in and out of the slot. A coil spring may engage the lateral member and the pinch arm urging the pinch arm at least partially through the slot of the body. A flexible insert may be dimensioned to tightly fit against the walls of the channel of the body, the insert having an open top and an open bottom. 1. A beverage dispensing valve for engaging a beverage container , the valve comprising:a body with outer walls and inner walls defining a channel through the body, the walls having a slot between an upper portion and a lower portion of the channel;a flexible elastomer insert dimensioned to tightly fit against the walls defining the channel, the insert having an open top and an open bottom; anda pinch member that seals the beverage dispensing valve by shutting off and closing any fluid flow through the channel when the pinch member moves into the slot.2. The valve of further comprising:a handle that moves the pinch member in and out of the slot,wherein as the pinch member moves out of the slot, fluid flows under the impetus of gravity between the open top and the open bottom of the insert.3. The valve of wherein the insert is pliable and silicon-based.4. The valve of claim 1 , the insert further comprising:a handle engaged with the body to form a flexible fluid tight element.5. The valve of claim 1 , the pinch member further comprising:a pinch arm that engages the outer walls of the body adjacent to the slot.6. The valve of wherein when the pinch ...

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Номер записи: 36
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Tubular diaphragm

Номер: US20150028244A1
Автор: Galeazzi Carlos J., Levers Neil Cletus, Zinn Thomas Kent
Принадлежит: AcornVac Incorporated

Embodiments include tubular diaphragm valves with a preformed mechanical closure point and optionally concave or convex convolution areas located near the flanges. These mechanical closure points and convolution areas give the embodiments an extended operational life, as compared to that of conventional cylindrical diaphragms. 1. A tubular diaphragm comprising:a tubular diaphragm having a premolded shape which gives it an enhanced lifetime in use.2. The tubular diaphragm of wherein the premolded shape comprises a mechanical closure point.3. The tubular diaphragm of wherein the premolded shape comprises a convolution area on at least one side of the tubular diaphragm.4. The tubular diaphragm of wherein the premolded shape comprises at least one side of the tubular diaphragm having a concave or convex shape.5. A tubular diaphragm comprising:a cylindrical tube manufactured of resilient elastomer with walls of approximately constant thickness throughout,an inlet flange and an outlet flange at the ends of the tube,the tube having an upper and a lower side,a preformed mechanical closure point in which the inner surfaces of the upper and lower sides are separated by a gap of not greater than ⅓ of the diameter of the tube,the mechanical closure point located approximately at the middle of the length of the tubular diaphragm and dividing it into an inlet and a outlet portion,preformed convolution areas on the upper and lower sides of at least one of the inlet and outlet portions,the convolution areas located adjacent to a flange and extending in length from to about 25% of the length of a side and, in width to about 33% of the width of a side,a convolution area having a concave or a convex form when viewed from the side of the tubular diaphragm.6. The tubular diaphragm of wherein:in a side view the inlet portion upper side convolution area has a convex form which extends approximately perpendicular from the inlet flange and then curves downward to the inlet portion upper ...

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Номер записи: 37
28-01-2021 дата публикации

PINCHING DEVICE

Номер: US20210025507A1
Автор: MULLER Patrick, Wetter Kevin
Принадлежит:

The invention describes a pinching device for controlling flows in elastic tube lines. The pinching device comprises two wheels, wherein the first wheel is designed as an eccentric wheel and is fastened eccentrically on a drive shaft and the second wheel is fixed in a predefined position relative to the eccentric wheel, wherein the position of the second wheel can be adjusted. The eccentric wheel can be rotated via the drive shaft about the eccentric axis of the eccentric wheel in the direction of the second wheel in order to pinch a tube positioned between the two wheels. 110-. (canceled)11. A pinching device for controlling flows in elastic tube lines , wherein the pinching device comprises two wheels and a base plate , wherein the first wheel is designed as an eccentric wheel and is eccentrically fastened to a drive shaft , and the second wheel is fixedly arranged in a predetermined position relative to the eccentric wheel and is fixed to the base plate , wherein the position of the second wheel is adjustable , and wherein the eccentric wheel is rotatable via the drive shaft about the eccentric axis of the eccentric wheel in the direction of the second wheel in order to pinch a tube which can be positioned between the two wheels , wherein the pinching device comprises at least one guide rail with a recess opening on one side to receive a tube and which guide rail serves to attach the pinching device at any desired position on the tube line.121. The pinching device according to claim , wherein the edge of the eccentric wheel has a convex shape and the edge of the second wheel has a concave shape.132. The pinching device according to claim , wherein the eccentric wheel comprises a ring of slidable material forming the convex shape.141. The pinching device according to claim , wherein the device comprises an electric drive for driving the eccentric wheel via the drive shaft.154. The pinching device according to claim , wherein the pinching device for controlling the ...

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Номер записи: 38
02-02-2017 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20170030474A1
Автор: BEN-AMI Eyal
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to pinch valves and in particular to such pinch valves controlled with a piezoelectric linear actuator assembly for controlling the flow through a flexible tube disposed within a pinch valve body by controlling the position of a plunger relative to a flexible tube at a control point along the length of said tube. 1100505254561041210110106161210112100) A control module () for controlling a pinch valve assembly ( , , ,) comprising at least one piezoelectric linear actuator () for controlling the flow through a flexible tube () disposed within a pinch valve body ( ,) by controlling the position of a plunger ( , ) relative to said flexible tube () at a control point () along the length of said tube () , the control module () including:{'b': 102', '10', '110, 'a) a housing () having at least one surface adapted for associating with a pinch valve body (, );'}{'b': 102', '104', '106', '16', '16', '106', '12, 'b) said housing () including at least one piezoelectric linear actuator () that is associated with a plunger (, ) to control the position of said plunger (,) relative to the flexible tube () for controlling the flow therethrought;'}{'b': 104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '104', '108', '108', '102', '108', '104', '106', '16', '10', '110', '108', '108, 'i': e', 'b', 'e', 's', 'b', 'e', 's', 'e', 's', 's', 's', 's, 'c) said piezoelectric linear actuator () comprising a piezoelectric or electrostrictive substrate (), with an electrode provided on each of both surfaces of the piezoelectric or electrostrictive substrate; an elastic body (), to one surface or each of both surfaces of which the piezoelectric or electrostrictive substrate () is attached; a movable shaft () coupled at an end thereof to the elastic body () or the piezoelectric or electrostrictive substrate () attached to the elastic body, the moveable shaft () being operated in conjunction with displacement of the piezoelectric or electrostrictive ...

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Номер записи: 39
31-01-2019 дата публикации

BEVERAGE DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH DISPOSABLE LINER AND FAUCET

Номер: US20190031491A1
Автор: Frisk R. Randall, Smith Richard W., Todd Brent W.
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A faucet assembly for a beverage dispensing container and container liner assembly with a tube, the container having a fitting assembly, includes a main body having a first surface and a connection assembly for connecting to the fitting assembly; a lid having a lid having a second surface and closed and open positions, the closed position including the first surface being held against the second surface so that the lid and the main body define a distal passageway for holding the tube and having a centerline, the centerline defining three points not on a straight line, and the open position including the first surface being in a position not held against the second surface; and a valve assembly connected with the main body for selectively pinching closed a tube extending through the distal passageway. 1. A faucet assembly for a beverage dispensing container and container liner assembly with a tube , the container having a fitting assembly , the faucet assembly comprising:a main body having a first surface and connection means for connecting said main body to the fitting assembly;a lid having a second surface and closed and open positions, the closed position including the first surface being held against the second surface so that said lid and said main body define a distal passageway for holding the tube and having a centerline, the centerline defining three points not on a straight line, and the open position including the first surface being in a position not held against the second surface; anda valve assembly connected with said main body for selectively pinching closed a tube extending through the distal passageway.2. The faucet assembly for a beverage dispensing container of wherein said lid is hingedly connected to said main body to pivot between the closed and open positions.3. The faucet assembly for a beverage dispensing container of wherein said main body includes a valve body extending upwardly from said main body and wherein said lid is hingedly ...

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Номер записи: 40
01-05-2014 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE DEVICE

Номер: US20140117261A1
Автор: Ohki Akihito
Принадлежит: OHKI-INDUSTRY CO., LTD.

A pinch valve device which has a simple structure and can shut off a fluid is provided. Inside of a first valve housing () and a second valve housing (), a rotor () is rotatably arranged. A tube () made of silicon rubber has its both ends fastened to a flange () and a flange (). On the outer side of the tube (), a pair of pinch levers () are swingably equipped and are pressed by a first cam crest () by rotational movement of the rotor () and pinch the tube () and close a channel. 1. A pinch valve device comprising:a valve housing having a disk shape;a rotor rotatably disposed inside the valve housing;a tube having a cylindrical shape and made of an elastic material which is disposed on an inner side of the rotor;a pair of pinch levers swingably disposed on an outer side of a center part of the tube; anda means for driving the pair of pinch levers in a direction of sandwiching the tube while revolving on an outer peripheral part of the tube.2. The pinch valve device according to claim 1 , whereinthe valve housing is provided with piping mounting portions protruding outwardly with respect to each other and flanges provided at distal ends of the piping mounting portions, and a tightening tool for fastening tube flanges provided on both end portions of the tube to the flanges of the piping mounting portions.3. The pinch valve device according to claim 1 , whereinthe tube is mounted between the pinch levers in an open valve state sandwiched by the pair of pinch levers and in a state squeezed by a small amount from the cylindrical shape.4. The pinch valve device according to claim 1 , whereinthe means for driving the pinch levers is a cam crest formed on the inner side of the rotor.5. The pinch valve device according to claim 1 , comprising:a gear portion formed on the outer side of the rotor, a pinion meshed with the gear portion, and a driving device for driving the pinion.6. The pinch valve device according to claim 5 , whereinthe means for driving the pinion is ...

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Номер записи: 41
31-01-2019 дата публикации

PINCH FLOW REGULATOR

Номер: US20190032797A1
Автор: SCHULTZ Jonathan
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A valve for regulating fluid flow includes a housing base defining a lower cavity and comprising a pinch structure within the lower cavity, a gas inlet providing external access to the lower cavity, a base fluid inlet, and a base fluid outlet. A housing cover defines an upper cavity and comprises a cover fluid inlet and a cover fluid outlet. The cover fluid inlet is in fluidic communication with the base fluid outlet between the upper cavity and the lower cavity, and the cover fluid outlet provides external access from the upper cavity. A diaphragm is disposed between the housing base and the housing cover. A pinch plate is disposed in the lower cavity and comprises a pinch point disposed opposite the pinch structure. A pinch tube is in fluidic communication between the base fluid inlet and the base fluid outlet in the lower cavity. 1. A valve comprising:a housing base defining a lower cavity and comprising a pinch structure within the lower cavity, a gas inlet providing external access to the lower cavity, a base fluid inlet, and a base fluid outlet;a housing cover defining an upper cavity and comprising a cover fluid inlet and a cover fluid outlet, the cover fluid inlet in fluidic communication with the base fluid outlet between the upper cavity and the lower cavity, the cover fluid outlet providing external access from the upper cavity, the housing cover further defines a fluid path formed on a surface of the housing cover disposed opposite a surface of the housing cover defining the upper cavity, a plurality of openings defined in the housing cover along the fluid path and providing fluidic communication through the plurality of openings between the fluid path and the upper cavity;a fluid path cover covering the fluid path;a diaphragm disposed between the housing base and the housing cover and fluidically separating the lower cavity from the upper cavity;a pinch plate disposed in the lower cavity and comprising a pinch point disposed opposite the pinch structure ...

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Номер записи: 42
04-02-2021 дата публикации

ENCAPSULATED SYSTEM FOR PRESSURIZED FLUID PROCESSES

Номер: US20210033203A1
Автор: Cates Steven V., Gagne Michael C., Richards Dean C.
Принадлежит: ALPHINITY, LLC

Fluid management systems for handling pressurized fluid connect various subsystems or subunits without the need to use reinforced tubing. The system utilizes one or more segments of unreinforced conduit that are encapsulated at various points along a length of the segment with one or more rigid encapsulating members. The unreinforced conduit may be made a disposable element while the rigid encapsulating members may be re-used. In one aspect, the encapsulating member may include a two-part valve body that surrounds and encapsulates a portion of the unreinforced conduit. In another aspect, the encapsulating member may include a two-part jacket that surrounds and encapsulates a portion of the unreinforced conduit. The two-part valve bodies and two-part jackets may be joined at various points within the system as part of the overall flow system. 131-. (canceled)32. A fluid management system for handling pressurized fluid within a fluidized process comprising:a length of unreinforced flexible polymer conduit having a lumen therein dimensioned to carry the pressurized fluid;a plurality of two-part jackets disposed along the length of the unreinforced flexible polymer conduit and secured to one another in an end-to-end configuration, wherein each of the plurality of two-part jackets comprises a rigid polymer-based two-part rigid jacket comprising a first half and a second half joined together via a hinge, the first half defining a semi-circular inner surface, the second half defining a semi-circular inner surface, the first half and the second half configured to mate with each other to define a circular passageway through the respective two-part rigid jacket which contacts and surrounds the unreinforced flexible polymer conduit; andat least one fastener disposed on at least one of the first half or the second half of each of the plurality of two-part rigid jackets, the at least one fastener configured to hold the first half and the second half of each respective two-part ...

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Номер записи: 43
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Pinch valve

Номер: US20210033204A1
Автор: Declan IRISH, Shane Molloy
Принадлежит: Carten Controls Ltd

A pinch valve assembly is provided for compression of a fluid conduit comprising an assembly housing ( 1 ); an interchangeable compressor element ( 2 ); an interchangeable holder element ( 3 ) for holding a fluid conduit, the holder element facing the interchangeable compressor element; the valve assembly being configured such that the compressor element is moveable towards the holder element within the assembly housing for compression of a fluid conduit between the compressor and the holder elements.

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Номер записи: 44
04-02-2021 дата публикации

VALVE ASSEMBLY WITH DIRECTIONAL FLOW PATH

Номер: US20210033207A1
Автор: Bendon Scott, Cates Steven V., Gagne Michael C., Richards Dean C.
Принадлежит: ALPHINITY, LLC

A valve assembly with a multidirectional flow path includes a valve body that includes respective hinged portions defining respective passageways extending through the valve body when in a closed state. A flexible conduit or tubing having a loop portion and a plurality of branches extending from the loop portion is at least partially positioned within the valve body. Portions of the loop that extend beyond the valve body are encapsulated by respective rigid jackets. Multiple valves are situated on the valve body and are used to selectively pinch the loop portion in different pinching configurations to direct fluid to or from the particular branches. The valve assembly may be integrated into a manufacturing or other production process with optional additional jackets used to encapsulate the flexible conduit branches. 125-. (canceled)26. A method of making a flexible conduit having a loop portion comprising:providing a double cross shaped section of tubing;providing a first Y or TEE section of tubing and a second Y or TEE section of tubing;securing one end of the first Y or TEE section to the double cross shaped section of tubing via a first overmolded connector;securing one end of the second Y or TEE section to the double cross shaped section of tubing via a second overmolded connector;securing a second end of the first Y or TEE section to the double cross shaped section of tubing via a third overmolded connector; andsecuring a second end of the second Y or TEE section to the double cross shaped section of tubing via a fourth overmolded connector.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein a mandrel is positioned inside the first Y or TEE section and inside the double cross shaped section while forming the first overmolded connector in a molding operation followed by removal of the mandrel.28. The method of claim 26 , wherein a mandrel is positioned inside the second Y or TEE section and inside the double cross shaped section while forming the second overmolded connector in ...

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Номер записи: 45
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Pinch valve tube, method for manufacturing the same, and pinch valve

Номер: US20160040804A1
Автор: Kentaro Fujimoto
Принадлежит: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd

A pinch valve tube includes a fluororubber tube, the entirety of which is formed integrally of fluororubber and having an internal cavity arranged as a flow passage for a fluid, and a crosslink density of the fluororubber forming an inner surface of the flow passage is made higher than an average crosslink density of the entirety.

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Номер записи: 46
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Flow meter

Номер: US20180038501A1
Автор: Bob D. Peret, Colin H. Murphy, Dean Kamen, Derek G. Kane, John M. Kerwin
Принадлежит: Deka Products LP

A flow meter includes a background pattern disposed behind a drip chamber, an image sensor, and a processor. The image sensor has a field of view and is configured to view the drip chamber within the field of view. The processor is coupled to the image sensor to receive image data therefrom and captures, using the image sensor, an image of the drip chamber and at least a portion of the background pattern, examines the image, and adjusts a flow rate of fluid flowing through a fluid line in accordance with the examination of the image.

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Номер записи: 47
24-02-2022 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20220057001A1
Автор: McKenna Jason
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A pinch valve assembly includes a valve body having axially-aligned inlet and outlet ports, a flexible sleeve that is releasably mounted within the valve body, a mechanical pinching mechanism, and a valve casing. The flexible sleeve has a longitudinal bore defining a fluid flow path between the inlet port and the outlet port. The pinching mechanism pinches the flexible sleeve to thereby reduce the effective cross-sectional flow area thereof. The valve casing assembly substantially encloses the valve housing. The valve casing assembly includes at least one removable portion to permit access to the valve housing and the flexible sleeve, to facilitate replacement of the flexible sleeve. 1. A pinch valve assembly comprising:a valve body having axially aligned inlet and outlet ports;a flexible sleeve releasably mounted within said valve body and having a longitudinal bore defining a fluid flow path between said inlet port and said outlet port;a mechanical pinching mechanism for pinching said flexible sleeve and thereby reducing an effective cross-sectional flow area thereof; anda valve casing assembly substantially enclosing said valve body;wherein said valve casing assembly comprises at least one removable portion to permit access to said valve housing and said flexible sleeve, to facilitate replacement of said flexible sleeve, said flexible sleeve being supported within a longitudinal bore within said valve body extending between said inlet and outlet ports;wherein said mechanical pinching mechanism comprises a pair of opposed plungers mounted within said valve body and diametrically opposite to one another and perpendicular to the fluid flow path defined by said flexible sleeve within said valve body, wherein each of said plungers is moveable between a retracted position in which said pinch valve is in an open configuration, and an extended position in which distal ends of said plungers engage and deform said flexible sleeve to close or at least restrict said fluid ...

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Номер записи: 48
18-02-2016 дата публикации

VALVE

Номер: US20160044878A1
Автор: Aughton David John, Catrina Marius
Принадлежит: Rubicon Research Pty Ltd

A valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet of a pipe fitting to at least one outlet of the pipe fitting at an angle to the inlet. The pipe fitting includes an inner collapsible bellows fixed at a position opposite the inlet. The bellows has a support annulus at the other end adjacent the inlet, whereby, in a closed position, the bellows prevents fluid flow from the inlet to the at least one outlet as the fluid is trapped within the bellows. In an open position, the fluid can flow from the inlet to the at least one outlet when the bellows is collapsed. 1. A valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet of a pipe fitting to at least one outlet of said pipe fitting at an angle to said inlet , said pipe fitting including an inner collapsible bellows fixed at a position opposite said inlet , said bellows having a support annulus at the other end adjacent said inlet , whereby , in a closed position , said bellows prevents fluid flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet as said fluid is trapped within said bellows , and in an open position , said fluid can flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet when said bellows is collapsed.2. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said pipe fitting is T-shaped.3. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said pipe fitting is L-shaped.4. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said bellows has a conical shape.5. The valve as claimed in claim 4 , wherein a flared end of said bellows includes said support annulus.6. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said bellows has a cylindrical shape.7. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said bellows includes a plurality of rings along a length of said bellows and between folding points to provide strength and ease of folding for said bellows.8. The valve as claimed in claim 1 , further including an actuator coupled to said support annulus for providing movement of said support annulus to open and close said valve.9. The valve as claimed in claim 8 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 49
16-02-2017 дата публикации

NEEDLE HOLDER FOR A VIAL

Номер: US20170042767A1
Автор: Osborn Nigel J., Pettitt Roger
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A multi-vial dispensing cassette provides serial dispensement into a plurality of dispense vials. Needle holders may be provided for one or more vials in the cassette and at clip may be incorporated into the needle holder. 118-. (canceled)19. A needle holder for a vial , the needle holder comprising:a needle holder body defining first and second elongate needle passageways therethrough, the needle passageways extending substantially normal to an end surface of the needle holder body which engages a pierceable septum of a vial, the needle passageways being in overlying registry with the septum of the vial; anda clip mechanism, disposed on a top of the needle holder body, positionable between a first position allowing fluid flow through at least one conduit attached to a needle and a second position pinching the at least one conduit attached to the needle to close so as to prevent fluid flow therethrough.20. (canceled)21. The needle holder of claim 19 , wherein the needle holder body further comprising a first needle shoulder surface and a second needle shoulder surface claim 19 , wherein the first and second elongate needle passageways are respectively disposed.22. The needle holder of claim 21 , wherein the first needle shoulder surface and the second needle shoulder surface have different heights relative to the end surface.23. The needle holder of claim 19 , wherein the needle holder body further comprising a cap cavity claim 19 , disposed at a bottom of the needle holder body claim 19 , for receiving a cap of the vial.24. The needle holder of claim 23 , wherein the needle holder body further comprising a plurality of deflectable detents claim 23 , disposed adjacent to the cap cavity claim 23 , for releasably engaging the cap of the vial.25. The needle holder of claim 23 , wherein the first and second elongate needle passageways extend from the end surface of the needle holder body to the cap cavity.26. The needle holder of claim 19 , wherein the clip mechanism ...

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Номер записи: 50
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Tubing Clamp

Номер: US20170043153A1
Автор: Blanchard Daniel B., Ramos Miguel D.
Принадлежит:

A clamp for selectively compressing a portion of tubing, such as an extension leg of a PICC or other catheter, is disclosed. The clamp is able to be opened or closed with a thumb and finger of a single hand of a user and is slidably attached to the tubing so as to enable its placement as desired along the tube. In one embodiment, the tubing clamp comprises a body including first and second body portions hingedly connected to one another in a clamshell configuration, a latch for releasably latching the first and second body portions together, and at least two tube compression members. The tube compression members cooperate to compress and occlude a portion of tubing passing through the tubing clamp when the first and second body portions are latched to one another. 1. A clamp for a compressible tube , comprising: the first body portion includes a first occlusion member and a first retention member; and', each receive a portion of the compressible tube; and', 'at least restrict the movement of the first body portion relative to the second body portion when the body is in the open position; and, 'the second body portion includes a second occlusion member and a second retention member, the first and second retention members configured to], 'a body including a first body portion hingedly connected to a second body portion, moveable between an open and a closed position, whereina latch for releasably securing the first and second body portion in a closed position.2. The clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second occlusion members are aligned opposite one another.3. The clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the occlusion members each include a flat surface for engaging a portion of the compressible tube.4. The clamp according to claim 3 , wherein the flat surfaces are spaced so as to occlude a portion of the compressible tube with the clamp is in the closed position.5. The clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the retention members consist of a partially open ...

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Номер записи: 51
06-02-2020 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE WITH FAILURE PREDICTION MODULE

Номер: US20200041035A1
Автор: Bulugioiu Razvan, Easterbrook William A., Gardner Ethan Matthew, Huang Henry X, JOSHI, SR. Sharad Harihar, Swern Michael
Принадлежит: Bio-Chem Fluidics, Inc.

A pinch valve configuration may include a pinch valve comprising a valve body, a valve plunger, and a fluidic tubing pinch passage defined between a tubing seat of the valve body and an operative end of the valve plunger. The pinch valve configuration may further include a Hall effect sensor assembly comprising a stationary element anchored to the valve body and a motive element anchored to the valve plunger. The pinch valve configuration additionally includes a failure prediction module in communication with the Hall effect sensor assembly. The failure prediction module is programmed to process an output signal of the Hall effect sensor assembly as a displacement reading, to compare the displacement reading with a failure prediction threshold, and to generate a failure prediction signal from the comparison of the displacement reading with the failure prediction threshold. 1. A pinch valve configuration comprising:a pinch valve comprising a valve body, a valve plunger, and a fluidic tubing pinch passage defined between a tubing seat of the valve body and an operative end of the valve plunger,a Hall effect sensor assembly comprising a stationary element anchored to the valve body and a motive element anchored to the valve plunger; anda failure prediction module in communication with the Hall effect sensor assembly, whereinthe failure prediction module is programmed to process an output signal of the Hall effect sensor assembly as a displacement reading, to compare the displacement reading with a failure prediction threshold, and to generate a failure prediction signal from the comparison of the displacement reading with the failure prediction threshold.2. The pinch valve configuration of claim 1 , wherein the failure prediction signal comprises a digital or analog positive indicator claim 1 , negative indicator claim 1 , cautionary indicator claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The pinch valve configuration of claim 1 , wherein the output signal of the Hall effect ...

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Номер записи: 52
08-05-2014 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE HAVING PIVOTABLY MOUNTED UPPER AND LOWER CASINGS

Номер: US20140124687A1
Автор: RUELLAND Frédéric, SIMARD Clément
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The present disclosure relates to a pinch valve having upper and lower casings respectively supporting upper and lower pinch elements. The upper and lower casings are adapted for receiving a sleeve. A synchronization mechanism drives movements of the upper and lower pinch elements for pinching the sleeve. The upper and lower casings are connected by a pivot allowing pivoting of one or the other of the upper and lower casings for opening of the pinch valve, and for ease of access to the sleeve for maintenance purposes. 1. A pinch valve for receiving a sleeve , comprising:upper and lower casings for receiving the sleeve;a pivot for pivotably connecting the upper and lower casings; anda synchronization mechanism, supported by the upper casing, for pinching the sleeve by moving the upper and lower pinch elements.2. The pinch valve of claim 1 , comprising a hinge further comprising the pivot.3. The pinch valve of claim 1 , comprising a locking element having a tab mounted to one of the upper and lower casings and a handle claim 1 , adapted to lock on the tab claim 1 , the handle being mounted to another one of the upper and lower casings.4. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the synchronization mechanism comprises:a movable top member;a rotating shaft screwable through the movable top member and connected at one end to the upper pinch element; anda synchronization shaft connected at one end to one end the movable top member and at an opposed end to one end the lower pinch element;whereby rotation of the rotating shaft engages a movement of the upper pinch element and drives an opposite movement of the movable top member, the movement of the movable top member engaging, through the synchronization shaft, a movement of the lower pinch element opposite to the movement of the upper pinch element.5. The pinch valve of claim 4 , comprising a handwheel connected to the rotating shaft.6. The pinch valve of claim 4 , wherein the rotating shaft is connected to an actuator ...

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Номер записи: 53
25-02-2021 дата публикации

SWITCHING VALVE AND SUCTION-DISCHARGE DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20210054329A1
Автор: Munakata Teruyoshi, Tanioka Atsuyoshi, YAMASAKI Yukito
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A switching valve includes a rotor having a pair of rollers rotatably mounted on both ends thereof, a rotor drive unit rotationally driving the rotor, a pair of pressing members, each being provided at a position where each of the pair of pressing members cooperates with each of the pair of rollers outside a revolution orbit of each of the pair of rollers revolving by rotation of the rotor, and a pair of tubes, each being disposed between the revolution orbit of each of the pair of rollers and each of the pair of pressing members. A rotation center axis of the rotor is disposed on a straight line connecting centers of rotation of the pair of rollers, and each pressing member has the pair of pressing areas symmetrical with respect to a straight line passing through the center of rotation of the rotor and extending a vertical direction. 1. A switching valve comprising;a rotor that includes a pair of rollers rotatably mounted on both ends thereof;a rotor drive unit that rotationally drives the rotor;a pair of pressing members, each of the pair of pressing members being provided at a position where each of the pair of pressing members cooperates with each of the pair of rollers outside a revolution orbit of each of the pair of rollers revolving by rotation of the rotor; anda pair of tubes, each of the pair of tubes being disposed between the revolution orbit of each of the pair of rollers and each of the pair of pressing members,wherein a gap between each of the pair of pressing members and the revolution orbit of each of the pair of rollers is narrow, and a pair of pressing areas where the pair of rollers and the pair of pressing members cooperate with each other to press and block one or both of the pair of tubes is formed by revolution of the pair of rollers,the pair of rollers is rotationally movable among a position where the pair of tubes is both blocked, a position where only one of the pair of tubes is blocked, and a position where flows in the pair of tubes are ...

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Номер записи: 54
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Functionalized Unitary Molded Manifolds For Closed Fluid Handling Systems

Номер: US20200049288A1
Автор: David Thomas Kneen, Robert Alister Neil
Принадлежит: Invetech Inc

A connector system having for joining tubes having an overmolded or bonded connector or manifold incorporating specialized features. The overmolded or bonded connector includes a tubular body, an input portion, at least one output portion, an internal fluid passageway, and at least one specialized feature such as a valve or sensor integrally molded or embedded therein. The connection system may be pre-sterilized, disposable and made for single-time usage in a closed fluid handling system.

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Номер записи: 55
25-02-2016 дата публикации

System, Method, and Apparatus for Monitoring, Regulating, or Controlling FLuid Flow

Номер: US20160055397A1
Автор: Bob David Peret, Colin H. Murphy, Dean Kamen, Derek G. Kane, Farrukh Usman, John M. Kerwin
Принадлежит: Deka Products LP

A flow meter, and related system and method are provided. The flow meter includes a coupler, a support member, an image sensor, a valve, and one or more processors. The coupler is adapted to couple to a drip chamber. The support member is operatively coupled to the coupler. The image sensor has a field of view and is operatively coupled to the support member. The image sensor is positioned to view the drip chamber within the field of view. The one or more processors are operatively coupled to the image sensor to receive image data therefrom and to the actuator to actuate the valve. The one or more processors are configured to estimate a flow of fluid through the drip chamber and to actuate the valve to control the flow of fluid through the drip chamber to achieve a target flow rate.

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Номер записи: 56
20-02-2020 дата публикации

SMART PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20200056707A1
Автор: Ganci Christopher, LOPRETE Jeffrey, Srikanth Rachakonda Naga
Принадлежит:

A control module for a pinch valve can include a housing, a controller, a display, one or more indicators and one or more sensors, such as flow sensors, proximity sensors or tube sensors. A control module can support monitoring or operation of one or more pinch valves within a fluid control system. A pinch valve can include one or more control modules and a pinch valve system can include a plurality of pinch valves and a plurality of control modules. A method of controlling a pinch valve can include controlling fluid flow operations based on input from one or more sensors. 1. A control module for a pinch valve , comprising:a controller housing;a controller disposed at least partially within the controller housing;a display coupled to the controller housing;one or more indicator lights coupled to the controller housing;one or more flow sensors electronically coupled to the controller; andone or more proximity sensors electronically coupled to the controller;wherein the controller housing is configured to couple to a pinch valve.2. The control module of claim 1 , further comprising a tube sensor electronically coupled to the controller.3. The control module of claim 1 , wherein the one or more flow sensors comprise first and second flow sensors coupled to the controller housing and wherein the controller housing is configured to dispose the first and second flow sensors on opposite sides of a tube slot when the controller housing is coupled to a pinch valve.4. The control module of claim 3 , wherein the first and second flow sensors are coupled to extensions disposed on a side of the controller housing opposite the display.5. The control module of claim 1 , wherein the one or more proximity sensors comprise first and second proximity sensors configured to sense at least one target for determining whether a pinch valve is in one or more positions.6. The control module of claim 1 , wherein the controller housing is configured to couple to at least one of a pinch valve ...

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Номер записи: 57
20-02-2020 дата публикации

TRIGGER MECHANISM FOR A VALVE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200056708A1
Автор: CZARNECKI Pawel, WIKTORKO Lukasz
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A valve assembly is provided, the valve assembly comprising a body that defines a fluid flow path between an inlet and an outlet with a frangible member between the inlet and the outlet across the fluid flow path so as to block fluid flow The valve assembly also includes means for rupturing the frangible member, means for biasing the rupturing means into contact with the frangible member and means for retaining the rupturing means away from the frangible member. A magnet is spaced apart from the retaining means a non-magnetic sleeve is disposed between the magnet and the retaining means. The non-magnetic sleeve block a magnetic field provided by the magnet. Also included are means for removing the non-magnetic sleeve, wherein, when the non-magnetic sleeve is removed, in use, the magnetic field attracts the retaining means to release the rupturing means to cause rupture of the frangible member. 1. A valve assembly comprising:a body defining a fluid flow path between an inlet and an outlet;a frangible member disposed between the inlet and the outlet across the fluid flow path so as to block fluid flow between the inlet and the outlet;means for rupturing the frangible member to allow fluid flow between the inlet and the outlet;means for biasing the rupturing means into contact with the frangible member to cause rupture of the frangible member;means for retaining the rupturing means away from the frangible member;a magnet spaced apart from the retaining means;a non-magnetic sleeve disposed between the magnet and the retaining means, the non-magnetic sleeve being configured to block a magnetic field provided by the magnet;means for removing the non-magnetic sleeve;wherein, when non-magnetic sleeve is removed, in use, the magnetic field attracts the retaining means to release the rupturing means to cause rupture of the frangible member.2. The valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the retaining means comprises a magnetic material.3. The valve assembly of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 58
04-03-2021 дата публикации

A Bioprocess Flow System

Номер: US20210062923A1
Автор: Gebauer Klaus
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A method for controlling at least one valve provided to a tube in a bioprocess flow system, said method comprising the steps of: —controlling the at least one valve to be in a first state, which is an open state when a flow through the tube should be allowed; —controlling the at least one valve to be in a second state during some parts of a process run in the system, said second state is a closed state were a first closing force is provided; and—controlling the at least one valve to be in a third state during some parts of a process run in the system, said third state is a closed state were a second closing force is provided which is a higher force than the first closing force. 1. A method for controlling at least one valve provided to a tube in a bioprocess flow system , said method comprising the steps of:controlling the at least one valve to be in a first state, which is an open state when a flow through the tube should be allowed;controlling the at least one valve to be in a second state during some parts of a process run in the system, said second state is a closed state were a first closing force is provided; andcontrolling the at least one valve to be in a third state during some parts of a process run in the system, said third state is a closed state were a second closing force is provided which is a higher force than the first closing force.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the steps of controlling the at least one valve to be in the second state and the third state comprise urging a flexible material into sealing contact with a surface.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said method is a method for ensuring reliable opening of at least one valve.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of controlling the at least one valve to be in a second state comprises pinching the tube with the first closing force claim 1 , which first closing force is adapted to stop the flow in the tube at a first fluid pressure in the tube; and ...

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Номер записи: 59
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DISPOSABLE ASSEMBLY FOR A REUSABLE URN OR VESSEL

Номер: US20190062141A1
Автор: Pfromm Carsten, Smith Mark A.
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The present invention provides a container assembly for use with a reusable urn or vessel. The assembly includes a (1) flexible pouch, (2) a fitment connected to the pouch and having a flexible flange and a first fluid passageway therethrough in fluid communication with the chamber, (3) a tubing adapter having a first end connected to the fitment and a second end having a member for connecting to a tubing and a second fluid passageway in fluid communication with the first fluid passageway; and (4) wherein the flexible flange is capable of bending to conform to an interior wall of the urn or vessel to place the second fluid passageway in alignment with an axis of a through hole in the urn or vessel. 18-. (Canceled)9. A faucet apparatus , comprising:a faucet fitment configured for coupling a faucet to an urn or vessel;a dispensing tube extending from the fitment away from the urn or vessel, wherein the dispensing tube includes a lumen that is shaped and dimensioned for extending a tubing through its entire length without kinking the tubing, and wherein a first cross section of the dispensing tube defines a first portion of the lumen, the first portion of the lumen having a shape defined in part by flattened sidewalls and a rounded end.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising:a distal end of the dispensing tube distal from the faucet fitment, the distal end of the dispensing tube including asymmetric sidewall thickness.11. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the dispensing tube has an arcuate shape along its entire length from the fitment to the distal end.12. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein a second cross section of the dispensing tube distal from the faucet fitment includes a first wall thickness of the dispensing tube and a second wall thickness of the dispensing tube that is different from the first wall thickness.13. The apparatus of claim 12 , wherein the second cross section of the dispensing tube has a diameter of about 0.650 inches claim 12 , the ...

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Номер записи: 60
28-02-2019 дата публикации

SLEEVE FOR USE IN A PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20190063620A1
Автор: ST-LAURENT Patrice
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A sleeve for use in a pinch valve, the sleeve comprising a resilient and at least substantially tubular element having opposite ends and capable of being compressed for reducing or restricting a flow therethrough; a pair of annular end flanges, each annular end flange being mounted on each of the opposite ends and extending radially outwardly from the tubular element for sealingly engaging a valve rim; a pair of annular grooves, each of the annular grooves being defined between the annular end flange and an annular projection, the annular projection extending radially outwardly from the tubular element, and a pair of annular railings inserted within the annular grooves, the annular railings being dimensioned for receiving a valve flange for retaining engagement therewith and comprising a railing base having an innermost diameter and an outermost diameter, the outermost diameter being greater than an outermost diameter of a section of the tubular element adjacent to the annular projection. 1. A sleeve for use in a pinch valve , the sleeve comprising:a resilient and at least substantially tubular element having opposite ends and capable of being compressed for reducing or restricting a flow therethrough;a pair of annular end flanges, each annular end flange being mounted on each of the opposite ends and extending radially outwardly from the tubular element for sealingly engaging a valve rim;a pair of annular grooves, each of the annular grooves being defined between the annular end flange and an annular projection, the annular projection extending radially outwardly from the tubular element, anda pair of annular railings inserted within the annular grooves, the annular railings being dimensioned for receiving a valve flange for retaining engagement therewith and comprising a railing base having an innermost diameter and an outermost diameter, the outermost diameter of the railing base being greater than an outermost diameter of a section of the tubular element ...

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Номер записи: 61
10-03-2016 дата публикации

VALVE UNIT AND PERISTALTIC PUMP INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20160069461A1
Автор: Cherng Wen-Jin, Chou Chau-Chang, Wu Te-Chun
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A vale unit includes a valve frame and two valve plates. The valve frame defines a valve opening. The valve plates are formed with protrusions. Each of the valve plates has a connecting end that is formed with a notch. The connecting ends are connected to each other. The protrusions protrude from peripheries of the notches. Each of the protrusions has a contact end. The contact ends cooperatively define a gap therebetween. The valve plates are co-rotatable about an axis between a closed position, in which the valve plates substantially close the valve opening, and an opening position, in which the valve plates open the valve opening. The gap has a width varying in response to co-rotation of the valve plates between the opening position and the closed position. 1. A vale unit for driving a fluid in a flexible tubing , said valve unit comprising:a valve frame defining a valve opening; andfirst and second valve plates mounted movably on said valve frame and formed respectively with first and second protrusions, each of said first and second valve plates having a connecting end that is formed with a notch, said connecting ends of said first and second valve plates being connected to each other, said first and second protrusions protruding respectively from peripheries of said notches in said connecting ends, each of said first and second protrusions having a contact end, said contact ends of said first and second protrusions opposing each other and cooperatively defining a gap therebetween for extension of the flexible tubing therethrough;wherein said first and second valve plates are co-rotatable relative to said valve frame in opposite rotational directions about a rotation axis transverse to the length of the flexible tubing between a closed position, in which said first and second valve plates substantially close said valve opening, and an opening position, in which said first and second valve plates open said valve opening; andwherein said gap has a width between ...

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Номер записи: 62
05-03-2020 дата публикации

WORKING FLUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20200072483A1
Автор: Kester Douglas A., Mislak Nicholas P., Snider Ryan L.
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A working fluid distribution system for a heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system includes a distributor tube composed of a flexible material and configured to supply a working fluid to a component of an HVAC circuit of the HVAC system. The fluid distribution system includes an actuator coupled to the distributor tube and configured to be actuated to adjust a geometry of the distributor tube. Additionally, the fluid distribution system includes a controller configured to instruct the actuator to adjust the geometry of the distributor tube based on an operating condition. 1. A working fluid distribution system for a heating , ventilation , and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system , comprising:a distributor tube composed of a flexible material and configured to supply a working fluid to a component of an HVAC circuit of the HVAC system;an actuator coupled to the distributor tube and configured to be actuated to adjust a geometry of the distributor tube; anda controller configured to instruct the actuator to adjust the geometry of the distributor tube based on an operating condition.2. The working fluid distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a first clamp coupled to a first portion of the distributor tube claim 1 , a second clamp coupled to a second portion of the distributor tube claim 1 , a drive arm coupled between the first clamp and the second clamp claim 1 , and a motor coupled to the drive arm claim 1 , wherein the motor is configured to move the first clamp relative to the second clamp based on actuation by the controller.3. The working fluid distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a motor and a pulley system claim 1 , wherein the pulley system comprises:a pulley; anda drive link disposed on the pulley and coupled between the motor and the distributor tube, wherein the actuator is configured to adjust the geometry of the distributor tube by adjusting a length of the drive link to stretch or relax ...

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Номер записи: 63
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Pinch Clamp Devices, Methods, and Systems

Номер: US20190076642A1
Автор: Dennis M. Treu, Kenneth E. Buckler, Scott W. Newell
Принадлежит: Nxstage Medical Inc

A tube clamp closes a flexible tube by applying a pinching force to walls of the flexible tube. The clamp includes a housing connected to a circular flange, the circular flange including a tubular wall surrounding a central bore and including at least one slot in the tubular wall sized to accept the flexible tube. A pinching element is positioned inside the central bore and is rotatable about a central axis of the circular flange. The pinching element includes a pinching projection that has a cross-sectional shape bound by a partial circle, and the partial circle has a radius substantially same as an inner radius of the tubular wall.

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Номер записи: 64
12-06-2014 дата публикации

Fast Attachment Open End Direct Mount Damper and Valve Actuator

Номер: US20140158919A1
Автор: Burt Alan, DeJong Nicholas James
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An actuator assembly includes a housing, and a clamp disposed within the housing. The clamp is configured to attach the actuator assembly to a damper jackshaft or valve stem or valve linkage shaft. The jackshaft is operable to control the position of one or more damper blades. The valve stem and valve linkage shaft control the position of the valve plug. The clamp is accessible via a slotted opening which is unobstructed at one end. A motor is configured to rotate the clamping device within the housing. A control module is coupled to the motor and configured to control the damper or valve actuator assembly. In embodiments, a communications module facilitates communications to and from the damper actuator assembly over a network, and allows both remote monitoring of the damper and remote control of the damper actuator assembly or of the valve and remote control of the valve actuator assembly. 1. A damper and valve actuator assembly comprising:a housing;a clamping device disposed within the housing and configured to attach onto either a damper assembly jackshaft, a valve linkage shaft, or a valve stem, the clamping device being accessible via an open-ended slot; anda motor configured to rotate the clamping device within the housing.2. The damper and valve actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the open-ended slot allows for the direct attachment of the clamping device to any point along the length of the jackshaft or valve stem.3. The damper and valve actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the clamping device comprises two opposing members configured to self-center the clamping device when the two opposing members are tightened around the jackshaft or valve stem.4. The damper and valve actuator assembly of claim 3 , wherein the two opposing members comprise two opposing curved members.5. The damper and valve actuator assembly of claim 3 , wherein the position of the two opposing members is controlled by rotating a threaded shaft.6. The damper and valve actuator ...

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Номер записи: 65
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Brake Cylinder Pressure Maintenance Valves for Freight Car Brake Equipment

Номер: US20170080913A1
Автор: Adams Patrick, Brushwood Daniel, CORRENDO Roberto, Goujon Daniel, Marechal Mickael
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Valves for maintaining brake cylinder pressure in freight car brake equipment are provided. A valve includes a first diaphragm defining a first side and a second side, and a second diaphragm defining a first side and a second side. The valve further includes a first port for receiving pressure from one of an emergency reservoir or a control volume, the first port in fluid communication with the first side of the first diaphragm; a second port for receiving pressure from a brake pipe, the second port in fluid communication with the second side of the first diaphragm; and a third port for receiving pressure from a brake cylinder, the third port in fluid communication with the second side of the second diaphragm. 1. A valve for maintaining brake cylinder pressure in freight car brake equipment , the valve comprising:a first diaphragm defining a first side and a second side;a second diaphragm defining a first side and a second side;a first port for receiving pressure from one of an emergency reservoir or a control volume, the first port in fluid communication with the first side of the first diaphragm;a second port for receiving pressure from a brake pipe, the second port in fluid communication with the second side of the first diaphragm; anda third port for receiving pressure from a brake cylinder, the third port in fluid communication with the second side of the second diaphragm.2. The valve of claim 1 , wherein a ratio of a surface area of the first diaphragm to a surface area of the second diaphragm is between about 1:1 and about 4:1.3. The valve of claim 1 , further comprising a first piston coupled to the first diaphragm and a second piston coupled to the second diaphragm.4. The valve of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth port for receiving pressure from a quick service volume claim 1 , the quick service volume charged by a brake pipe claim 1 , the fourth port in fluid communication with the second side of the second diaphragm.5. The valve of claim 4 , further ...

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Номер записи: 66
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Adjustable Reusable Flow Regulator with Hose Guards

Номер: US20170082209A1
Автор: Tran Daniel M.
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An adjustable reusable flexible flow regulation and clamping element includes a first flexible hinge, a locking element, a set of receptacles, a pair of clamping surfaces, and a pair of hose guards. The set of receptacles includes multiple notches, each of which is able to receive and retain the locking element. A flow regulation clamp includes a locking element, a flexible hinge coupled to the locking element, first and second compression surfaces, each surface coupled to the flexible hinge, and first and second protruding hose guards, each hose guard extending out from one end of a compression surface. An adjustable clamp that includes a locking element, a plurality of locking receptacle, first and second flexible hinges, first and second compression surfaces, and first and second protruding hose guards. The flow regulation element is able to be used in a range of applications, including toilet fill, irrigation, wearable hydration, hydroponics, etc. 1. An adjustable flow regulator comprising:a first flexible hinge;a locking element;first and second clamping surfaces coupled to the first flexible hinge; andfirst and second protruding hose guards, the first protruding hose guard extending out from one end of the first clamping surface and the second protruding hose guard extending out from one end of the second clamping surface.2. The adjustable flow regulator of claim 1 , wherein the first and second protruding hose guards have a globular finger shape.3. The adjustable flow regulator of further comprising a set of locking receptacles.4. The adjustable flow regulator of claim 3 , wherein each locking receptacle is able to retain the locking element in a particular position along a range of motion of the first flexible hinge.5. The adjustable flow regulator of claim 4 , wherein the first clamping surface is coupled to the locking element.6. The adjustable flow regulator of claim 5 , wherein the second clamping surface is coupled to a second flexible hinge.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 67
25-03-2021 дата публикации

DIAPHRAGMATIC DAMPER

Номер: US20210089059A1
Автор: Ho David, Siterman Arkady, Siterman Eugene
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A diaphragmatic elbow damper joining two angularly oriented channels and configured to seal the channels in the absence of fluid flow overcoming gravity and atmospheric pressure. 1. A flow control device comprising:a first channel;a second channel; anda diaphragm positioned between the first channel and the second channel, wherein the diaphragm includes a first side and a second side that faces an opposite direction as the first side,wherein the diaphragm is configured and arranged to alternatively operate in both: a closed condition in which flow from the first channel to the second channel is impeded, and an open condition in which flow from the first channel to the second channel occurs,wherein the diaphragm is configured and arranged to change from the closed condition to the open condition when a force of a positive fluid flow through the first channel towards the first side of the diaphragm exceeds a combination of a gravitational force and a force of atmospheric pressure upon the second side of the diaphragm, andfurther wherein:said diaphragm includes a concave contour, when considered from the second side, when said diaphragm is in the closed condition; andsaid diaphragm includes a convex contour, when considered from the second side, when said diaphragm is in the open condition.2. The flow control device according to claim 1 , wherein:said first channel extends in a first axial direction; andsaid second channel also extends in said first axial direction.3. The flow control device according to claim 1 , wherein:said first channel extends in a first axial direction; andsaid second channel extends in a second axial direction that is perpendicular to said first axial direction.4. The flow control device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a sloped edge associated with and extending from said first channel towards said diaphragm, wherein said sloped edge is sloped with respect to an axial direction of said first channel, and further wherein said sloped ...

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Номер записи: 68
06-04-2017 дата публикации

Shape memory alloy actuated valve assembly

Номер: US20170097104A1
Автор: Nicolas Deperraz
Принадлежит: FLUID AUTOMATION SYSTEMS SA

A Shape Metal Alloy actuated valve assembly is provided with a support structure having electromechanical connection points arranged on its surface. Actuation of a SMA element, arranged to provide a connection between the support structure contact and the contact on the plunger, will cause the plunger to either move from an open position a closed position or vice versa. The support structure is provided with multiple contact or connection points for engaging an SMA element so that the valve assembly can be configured to provide a normally closed (NC), a normally open (NO), proportional or a latch valve assembly.

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Номер записи: 69
13-04-2017 дата публикации

IRREVERSIBLY CLOSABLE FLOW CONTROL CLAMP

Номер: US20170100578A1
Автор: DiStefani Gianni, Mathias Jean-Marie
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A flow control clamp having a first member and a second member movable from a first open position to a second irreversibly closed position wherein flow through a tube associated with the clamp is irreversibly prevented and cannot be restored. Systems and methods using such clamps are also disclosed. 136-. (canceled)37. A fluid processing set comprising:a container adapted for receiving biological fluid from a donor;a donor access device;a tubing segment defining a flow path that is in flow communication with said container and said access device; anda flow control clamp associated with said tubing segment, said clamp comprising:a body having a first leg and a second leg, said legs being movable from a first spaced apart position to a second irreversibly closed position wherein one of said first and second legs includes in an inwardly extending member having an engagement member and the other of said first and second legs includes a pair of inwardly extending members, one of said pair of inwardly extending members including a first surface engaged by said engagement member when said device is in said second irreversibly closed position and the other of said pair of inwardly extending members limits movement of said inwardly extending member having said engagement member away from said first surface and prevents disengagement of said engagement member from said engagement surface;at least one opening provided in said body for receiving said tubing segment therethrough and between said legs; andat least one tube contacting member carried by one of said legs for clamping said tubing segment when said legs are in the second irreversibly closed position.38. The device of wherein said pair of inwardly extending members define a space therebetween claim 37 , whereby movement of said legs from said spaced apart position to said irreversibly closed position introduces said inwardly extending member having said engagement member into said space.39. The fluid processing set of ...

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Номер записи: 70
12-04-2018 дата публикации

FLEXIBLE CONCRETE HOSE SHUT-OFF VALVE

Номер: US20180100591A1
Автор: McMichael Brett
Принадлежит: Construction Forms, Inc.

A concrete flow leakage-preventing shut-off valve includes an outer flexible casing configured to be disposed around a concrete delivery hose. A flexible inflatable bladder is disposed within the casing and defines a gas chamber therein. A gas intake/exhaust device extends through the casing and into the gas chamber such that pressurized gas introduced and exhausted from the gas chamber enables movement of the bladder to define closed and open concrete flow conditions of concrete relative to an outlet end of the hose. A clamping arrangement secures opposite ends of the casing and the bladder in radially and axially spaced apart relationship, and is configured to maintain a surrounding relationship of the casing and bladder with respect to the hose. 1. A concrete flow leakage-preventing shut-off valve mounted on a concrete delivery hose , whereby a flow of concrete is controlled between an open concrete flow condition and a closed concrete flow condition , the valve comprising:an outer flexible casing configured to be disposed around the concrete delivery hose, the outer flexible casing having opposite first and second casing ends lying adjacent and spaced from each other;a flexible inflatable bladder disposed within the outer flexible casing along an inner surface thereof, the flexible bladder defining a gas chamber therein, and having opposite first and second bladder ends lying adjacent and spaced from one another and inside the opposite first and second casing ends, the concrete delivery hose passing through the outer flexible casing and the flexible bladder and isolating the concrete flow from the outer flexible casing and the flexible bladder;a gas intake/exhaust device extending through the outer flexible casing and into the gas chamber such that pressurized gas is introduced into the gas chamber causing the flexible bladder to be forced radially inward to constrict and close upon the concrete delivery hose to define the closed concrete flow condition wherein ...

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Номер записи: 71
26-03-2020 дата публикации

PROPORTIONAL PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20200096120A1
Автор: BARGH Neil
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A proportional pinch valve for controlling the pressure of a fluid in a continuous flow system comprises an anvil for pinching a length of a tubing in the continuous flow system, and a drive mechanism including a displacement element for moving the anvil towards the tubing. The anvil is indirectly coupled to the displacement element via an elastic spring element. The elastic spring element provides a defined play (i.e. elasticity) for the anvil at least as long as the tubing is not fully pinched so that displacement of the anvil is force-controlled by the elastic spring element. A method of controlling the pressure of a fluid in a continuous flow system makes use of such a proportional pinch valve 1. A proportional pinch valve for controlling the pressure in a continuous flow system , the proportional pinch valve comprisingan anvil for pinching a length of a tubing in the continuous flow system, anda drive mechanism including a displacement element for moving the anvil towards the tubing,the anvil being indirectly coupled to the displacement element via an elastic spring element,the elastic spring element providing a defined play for the anvil at least as long as the tubing is not fully pinched so that displacement of the anvil is force-controlled by the elastic spring element.2. The proportional pinch valve according to claim 1 , characterised in that the spring element is a coil spring.3. The proportional pinch valve according to claim 2 , characterised in that the displacement element is a leadscrew nut arranged on a leadscrew.4. The proportional pinch valve according to claim 3 , characterised in that one end of the coil spring is supported on the leadscrew nut and the other end of the coil spring is supported on the anvil.5. The proportional pinch valve according to claim 1 , characterised in that the drive mechanism includes an automated drive for displacing the displacement element.6. The proportional pinch valve according to claim 1 , characterised by a ...

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Номер записи: 72
04-04-2019 дата публикации

ENDOSCOPE GRIPPING DEVICE

Номер: US20190099066A1
Автор: Yamada Ronald
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A gripping device for an endoscope insertion tube utilizing first and second arms that are hingedly attached to one another. Each arm includes an opening to accommodate the insertion tube of an endo scope such that the endoscope insertion tube spans both arms. First and second jaws are associated with first and second arms and are positioned in opposition to one another. The movement of the arms toward one another causes the jaws to engage the insertion tube which is guided through the arms by the apertures found in the arms. 1. A device for gripping an endoscopic insertion tube , comprising:a first arm having a proximal end and a distal end, the first arm having a first aperture and a first jaw with a first concave surface, the first jaw located between the proximal and distal ends of the first arm, the first aperture formed in the first arm between the proximal end and the first jaw, the first aperture capable of passing the endoscopic insertion tube therethrough; anda second arm having a proximal end and a distal end, the second arm having a second aperture and a second jaw with a second concave surface, the second jaw located between the proximal and distal ends of the second arm, the second aperture formed in the second arm between the second jaw and the distal end, the second aperture capable of passing the endoscopic insertion tube therethrough;wherein the first arm is hingedly coupled to the second arm at the respective proximal ends such that the first jaw is capable of being moved towards the second jaw to engage the endoscopic insertion tube between the first and second concave surfaces at a point between the first and second apertures;wherein, when the endoscopic insertion tube is engaged between the first and second jaws, a rotation of the endoscope insertion tube aligns with a rotation of a forearm of a user of the device.2. The device of in which the first and second apertures are elongated and the first aperture lies closer to the hinged connection ...

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Номер записи: 73
26-03-2020 дата публикации

Diaphragmatic Damper

Номер: US20200097029A1
Автор: Ho David, Siterman Arkady, Siterman Eugene
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A diaphragmatic elbow damper joining two angularly oriented channels and configured to seal the channels in the absence of fluid flow overcoming gravity and atmospheric pressure. 1. A flow control device , comprising a first channel , a second channel , and a diaphragm section;the diaphragm section at least partially encasing a diaphragm and comprising a first end, a second end, and an opposing wall;the first end configured to connect to the first channel, the second end configured to connect to the second channel;the opposing wall being continuous with the first channel and the second channel;the opposing wall, the first end, and the second end forming a throughspace, the throughspace providing for fluid communication between the first channel, the diaphragm section, and the second channel; andthe diaphragm being disposed between the first end and the second end, configured to fill the throughspace when in a closed position and vacate the throughspace when in an open position, and comprising a central portion and a perimetral portion, the perimetral portion being fixed to the diaphragm section.2. The flow control device of claim 1 , the diaphragm section being an on/off damper.3. The flow control device of claim 1 , the central portion being substantially concave.4. The flow control device of claim 1 , the central portion being substantially pyramidal.5. The flow control device of claim 1 , the second end comprising a frame claim 1 , the diaphragm configured to seal the frame in the closed condition by pressing against the frame and permit fluid flow through the frame in the open condition.6. The flow control device of claim 1 , the first channel comprising a first set of one or more side walls and the second channel comprising a second set of one or more side walls.7. The flow control device of claim 1 , the first channel having a first central axis claim 1 , the second channel having a second central axis.8. The flow control device of claim 7 , the first axis and ...

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Номер записи: 74
04-04-2019 дата публикации

Fluidized bed reactor with pinching fittings for producing polysilicon granulate, and method and use for same

Номер: US20190099730A1
Автор: Bernhard Baumann, Gerhard Forstpointner
Принадлежит: Wacker Chemie AG

Control of the flow of granular polysilicon granules is effected by employing an elastomeric pinch sleeve valve. The flow control by this method is especially useful for controlling the flow of silicon seed particles and granular polysilicon product in the fluidized bed method for producing polysilicon. The flow may be stopped without gas leakage, and is suitable for use over long operating campaigns.

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Номер записи: 75
04-04-2019 дата публикации

ENCAPSULATED BALL JOINT SYSTEM FOR PRESSURIZED FLUID PROCESSES

Номер: US20190101154A1
Автор: Gagne Michael C., Richards Dean C.
Принадлежит: ALPHINITY, LLC

One or more ball joints are incorporated into a device or component that is integrated in a pharmaceutical, biological process, or other hygienic process. The ball joint is located in a rigid housing and includes a socket or cavity that includes a ball that rotates, articulates, or moves within the socket. A flexible conduit passes through the rigid housing and the ball and, in some embodiments, terminates at connecting end (e.g., flanged end, barbed end, disposable aseptic connector end, or the like). Another device may be coupled to the connecting end. The ball joint enables angular and/or axial movement to accommodate misalignment with the connecting components or devices. 17-. (canceled)8. A fluid management device for handling pressurized fluid comprising:a two-part jacket comprising a first half and a second half joined together via a hinge or friction fit arrangement, the first half defining a semi-circular inner surface, the second half defining a semi-circular inner surface, the first half and the second half configured to mate with each other to define a circular passageway through the two-part jacket, wherein the first half and the second half each have respective socket portions located at an end of the two-part jacket that are configured to mate with each other to define a socket;a two-part ball housing comprising a first half and a second half configured to mate and define a ball about an exterior portion of the two-part ball housing, wherein respective inner surfaces of the first half and the second half of the two-part ball housing each define respective semi-circular inner surfaces that define a circular passageway through the two-part ball housing when mated, and wherein the ball is disposed in the socket of the two-part jacket; anda flexible conduit having a lumen therein dimensioned to carry the pressurized fluid, the flexible conduit disposed within the circular passageways of the two-part jacket and the two-part ball housing.9. The fluid ...

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Номер записи: 76
04-04-2019 дата публикации

DISCHARGE VALVE SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20190101216A1
Автор: HAN JOSEPH, Le Tuan
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Some embodiments include a fluid valve assembly with an outlet base dimensioned to be positioned through a drain in a fluid tank, and a float assembly including a moveable float. The moveable float can form a fluid-tight seal at a first end when the moveable float is coupled to the outlet base, and a flow opening when the moveable float is at least partially decoupled from the outlet base. Some embodiments include a housing positioned with the moveable float, where the housing encloses a suction device coupled to a moveable piston. Some embodiments include an actuable diaphragm positioned in the outlet base, and a compressed air tube or passageway coupled to one side the actuable diaphragm. In some embodiments, the actuable diaphragm is configured and arranged to be actuated by compressed air to move the moveable piston. 1. A fluid valve assembly comprising:an outlet base dimensioned to be positioned at least partially through a drain in a fluid tank;a float assembly including a moveable float, the moveable float configured to form an at least partially fluid-tight seal at a first end when the moveable float is coupled to the outlet base, and to form a flow opening when the moveable float is at least partially decoupled from the outlet base;a housing positioned with the moveable float, the housing enclosing a suction device coupled to a moveable piston;an actuable diaphragm positioned in the outlet base; anda compressed air tube or passageway coupled to one side the actuable diaphragm, the actuable diaphragm configured and arranged to be actuated by compressed air to move the moveable piston.2. The fluid valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein as a result of movement of the moveable piston claim 1 , the suction device comprises a suction cup configured to be deformed against an inner surface of the housing forming a vacuum chamber.3. The fluid valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the seal comprises a coupling of a lower lip of the moveable float and an upper lip of the ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Eavesdropper

Номер: US20180103597A1
Автор: Michelle Lapeyrouse
Принадлежит: Individual

A rainwater diverter apparatus for watering roof plants is provided comprising a collecting member for retaining rainwater; a plastic tubing attached to the collecting member; a mesh screen to filter debris from entering the plastic tubing; and a swivel adaptor connected to the plastic tubing allowing for tube rotation.

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Номер записи: 78
19-04-2018 дата публикации

CONTAINMENT AND TRANSFER DEVICE FOR HIGHLY ACTIVE OR SENSITIVE COMPOUNDS

Номер: US20180104149A1
Автор: NOWAK LEONARD A.
Принадлежит: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.

A containment and transfer device for use with highly active or sensitive compounds, comprising a sleeve or a bag with one or more flexible walls, a first sanitary clamp, an endcap, a second sanitary clamp and a compression clamp. The sleeve or bag has a first end for connection to a container, and a second end for (a) connection to a storage or mixing vessel at the discharge location, or (b) connection to an endcap for transportation. The flexible walls surround and define an internal passageway in that permits compounds in the first end of the sleeve or bag to pass into the second end of the sleeve or bag. The compression clamp compresses the flexible walls of the sleeve or bag together to produce a barrier across the internal passageway, preventing the highly active or sensitive compound from flowing into the second end of the sleeve or bag during packing, transporting and discharging the device. 1. A containment and transfer device for use with a container and a highly active or sensitive compound , the container having a mouth and a sanitary fitting located at the mouth , the containment and transfer device comprising:a) a sleeve comprising a first end, a second end, an internal passageway fluidly coupling the first end of the sleeve to the second end of the sleeve, and one or more flexible walls circumscribing the internal passageway;b) a first sanitary clamp that fastens the first end of the sleeve to the sanitary fitting on the mouth of the container;c) an endcap configured to close the second end of the sleeve;d) a second sanitary clamp that fastens the second end of the sleeve to the endcap; ande) a compression clamp that compresses the one or more flexible walls of the sleeve together to produce a barrier across the internal passageway.2. The containment and transfer device of claim 1 , wherein the barrier across the internal passageway will not permit the highly active or sensitive compound to pass from the first end of the sleeve to the second end of ...

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Номер записи: 79
30-04-2015 дата публикации

Three-Port Valve

Номер: US20150114496A1
Автор: Kawashima Kenji, KOMIYA Mizuki, TADANO Kotaro
Принадлежит: TOKYO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

A three-port valve that can be more accurately controlled using a simple structure. The three-port valve is provided with the following: a first elastic tube in which a liquid circulates; a first port which is a provision and discharge opening in the first elastic tube; a second elastic tube in which a liquid circulates; a second port which is a provision and discharge opening in the second elastic tube; a third port that links the first port and the second port; first circulation control means for deforming the first elastic tube so as to control the circulation of the liquid circulating in the first elastic tube; second circulation control means for deforming the second elastic tube so as to control the circulation of the liquid circulating in the second elastic tube; and an oscillator for driving the first circulation control means and the second circulation control means. 1. A three-port valve comprising:a first elastic tube through which fluid flows;a first port arranged as a port for feed and exhaust in the first elastic tube;a second elastic tube through which the fluid flows;a second port arranged as a port for feed and exhaust in the second elastic tube;a third port which communicates with the first port and the second port;a first flow control means including a first elastic member and a first movable element through which the first elastic tube is arranged, and controlling flow of the fluid through the first elastic tube by moving the first movable element outward in a direction of elasticity of the first elastic member so as to deform the first elastic tube;a second flow control means including a second elastic member and a second movable element through which the second elastic tube penetrates, and controlling flow of the fluid through the second elastic tube by moving the second movable element outward in a direction of elasticity of the second elastic member so as to deform the second elastic tube;a swinging element which drives the first flow control ...

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Номер записи: 80
20-04-2017 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR FLUID PROCESSING AND FLOW CONTROL

Номер: US20170108126A1
Автор: Hofmann Martin John
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Fluid processing apparatus has a prefabricated branched network of flexible tubing, for conducting process fluid between process elements of the apparatus, and control valves. A tubing support has opposable front and rear plates which define a pattern of support channels between them in which the flexible tubing network lies, so that the support channels limit or prevent expansion of the flexible tubes. Standard non-reinforced tubing can then be used for high-pressure work. The support body plates can be separated to open the channels for insertion or removal of the flexible tubing. The front plate may be transparent. The control valves operate by simply pressing on the tubing in the support channels to block flow, without invasion of the flow path. The tubing sets can be easily replaced, cleaned or sterilized. The invention is useful in a range of controlled-flow processes e.g. chromatography and filtration. 1. Fluid processing apparatus comprising a flow network of tubular flow conduits of flexible elastic polymeric tubing , said network including plural branching points where three or more parts of the tubing meet , for conducting process fluid between processing elements of the apparatus , and which comprises one or more flow control mechanisms such as valves for controllably modifying the flow of fluid , characterised by a tubing support body defining a pattern of support channels in which all or part of the flexible tubing network is received , the corresponding pattern of support channels in the tubing support body including branching points corresponding to those of the tubing network , the flexible tubes of the tubing network lying in the support channel so that the support channel limits or prevents expansion of the flexible tube material.2. Fluid processing apparatus of in which the polymeric tubing is of outer diameter 5 to 30 mm.3. Fluid processing apparatus of in which the support body comprises opposed support body parts which define said channels ...

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Номер записи: 81
30-04-2015 дата публикации

DIAPHRAGM VALVE

Номер: US20150115191A1
Автор: ABE Makoto, Akamoto Hisatoshi, Ueda Kunio
Принадлежит: FUJIKIN INCORPORATED

A diaphragm valve which can solve problems of a disc-shaped diaphragm, wherein the amount of deformation is significant and dust is liable to be generated, that the change in volume in opening and closing of the fluid channel is significant, and that a pressure receiving surface area of the diaphragm at the time of channel closure is provided. A diaphragm is formed of a synthetic resin and, a cylindrical portion fixedly fitted on a valve rod, a bottom wall portion closing a lower end opening of the cylindrical portion, a flange portion provided at an upper end portion of the cylindrical portion, and a projecting portion provided at a center portion of the bottom wall portion and facing an upper end opening of a fluid inlet passage. A vertical cross-sectional shape of an axially intermediate portion of the cylindrical portion is formed into a substantially arcuate shape projecting radially outward. 1. A diaphragm valve comprising: a body provided with a fluid passage; a casing provided above the body; a diaphragm configured to open and close the fluid passage; and a valve rod configured to move the diaphragm in a closing or opening direction by moving upward or downward , characterized in thatthe diaphragm is formed of a synthetic resin made, and includes: a cylindrical portion fixedly fitted on the valve rod; a bottom wall portion that closes a lower end opening of the cylindrical portion; a flange portion provided on an upper end portion of the cylindrical portion; and a projecting portion provided on a center portion of the bottom wall portion and facing toward an upper end opening of the fluid passage, and in that a vertical cross-sectional shape of an axially intermediate portion of the cylindrical portion is formed into a substantially arcuate shape projecting radially outward.2. The diaphragm valve according to claim 1 , wherein the cylindrical portion of the diaphragm is provided with a female screw portion on an lower inner periphery thereof claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 82
11-04-2019 дата публикации

Pinch valve

Номер: US20190107212A1
Автор: Paavola Esa
Принадлежит: FLOWROX OY

The invention relates to a pinch valve comprising at least a body having connecting flanges, a sleeve made of elastic material and an actuator, wherein said pinch valve comprises first pinching means that is movable towards the sleeve, wherein as a response to an operation of the actuator, said first pinching means squeezes the sleeve at least partially to control a flow in said sleeve. In the pinch valve, the sleeve is curved, and said connecting flanges are not parallel, whereupon said sleeve is fixed to the body in such a manner that openings of said sleeve are not parallel either. 1. A pinch valve comprising at least a body having connecting flanges , a sleeve made of elastic material , and an actuator , wherein said pinch valve comprises first pinching means that is movable towards the sleeve , wherein as a response to an operation of the actuator , said first pinching means squeezes the sleeve at least partially to control a flow in said sleeve wherein the sleeve is curved , and said connecting flanges are not parallel in said pinch valve , whereupon said curved sleeve is fixed to the body in such a manner that openings of said sleeve are not parallel , and that the pinch valve comprises second pinching means on opposite side of the sleeve than the first pinching means , wherein said second pinching means is stationary , and wherein said first pinching means is configured to squeeze the curved portion of the sleeve against said second pinching means.2. The pinch valve according to claim 1 , wherein said sleeve is replaceable.3. The pinch valve according to claim 1 , wherein said pinch valve is permanently fixed to a pipeline. This application claims priority of Finnish national patent application number 2017589, filed on Oct. 11, 2017, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present solution relates to valves, particularly to pinch valves.Valves are used in various industrial processes for controlling the flow of gases, liquids, slurries ...

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Номер записи: 83
28-04-2016 дата публикации

Apparatus including a conduit claimping device

Номер: US20160114148A1
Автор: Bengt Daniel ENVALL, Erik Andréen, Niels Erik Holm
Принадлежит: DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC

An apparatus comprising a conduit clamping device with a closing mechanism for closing and opening passage of fluid or air in a flexible conduit is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a movable arm or disk that is connected to a manipulation arm or a knob; a conduit in form of a tube, that is laid flat against an abutment or protrusion; and a guide structure that constrains the movable arm or disk between the guide structure and the tube and being designed such that movement of the arm or disk will control the compression of the tube.

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Номер записи: 84
28-04-2016 дата публикации

Brake Cylinder Maintaining With Improved Pressure Regulation

Номер: US20160114776A1
Автор: Call Derick, GRAVES BRIAN, Huber, JR. Howard E.
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A brake cylinder maintaining system that combines a brake cylinder maintaining check valve and a quick service limiting valve into a single unit to have lower hysteresis, and thus more precise BCM regulation pressure and a smaller pressure offset. The check valve and quick service valve are coupled to provide a single system having multiple valve seats for selective communication between quick service pressure and brake cylinder pressure on one hand, and between a brake cylinder maintaining pressure and brake cylinder pressure on the other hand. 1. A brake cylinder maintaining valve , comprising:a first seat for selectively allowing communication between a brake cylinder pressure chamber and a brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber;a second seat for selecting allowing communication between the brake cylinder pressure chamber and a quick service pressure chamber;wherein the first seat is normally closed and opens in response to a first predetermined amount of pressurization of the brake cylinder pressure chamber and the second seat is normally open and closes in response to a second predetermined amount of pressurization of the brake cylinder pressure chamber.2. The valve of claim 1 , further comprising a diaphragm separating the brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber and the brake cylinder pressure chamber.3. The valve of claim 2 , wherein compression of the diaphragm toward the brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber closes the second seat to prevent communication between the brake cylinder pressure chamber and the quick service pressure chamber.4. The valve of claim 3 , wherein additional compression of the diaphragm toward the brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber opens the first seat to allow communication between the brake cylinder pressure chamber and the brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber.5. The valve of claim 4 , wherein the diaphragm is biased from the brake cylinder maintaining pressure chamber toward the brake cylinder ...

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Номер записи: 85
29-04-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING, REGULATING, OR CONTROLLING FLUID FLOW

Номер: US20210125719A1
Автор: Kamen Dean, Kane Derek G., Kerwin John M., Murphy Colin H., PERET Bob D., Yoo Brian H.
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An apparatus, system and method for regulating fluid flow are disclosed. The apparatus includes a flow rate sensor and a valve. The flow rate sensor uses images to estimate flow through a drip chamber and then controls the valve based on the estimated flow rate. The valve comprises a rigid housing disposed around the tube in which fluid flow is being controlled. Increasing the pressure in the housing controls the size of the lumen within the tube by deforming the tube, therefore controlling flow through the tube. 1. A valve comprising:a housing configured to surround a tube;a filler disposed within the housing, the filler having at least two differing stiffness layers;a plunger configured to engage the filler within the housing to thereby operatively deform the tube within the housing when engaging the filler; andan actuator operatively coupled to the plunger and configured to actuate the plunger, wherein:the housing includes first and second clamshell portions,the first clamshell portion is pivotally coupled to the second clamshell portion,the first and second clamshell portions have an open position and a closed position,the first clamshell portion defines a first portion of a cavity and the second clamshell portion defines a second portion of the cavity such that the first and second clamshells form a cavity when in the closed position,the at least two differing hardness layers of the filler includes four layers, andthe four layers includes first, second, third, and fourth layers, and the first and second layers are within the first portion of the cavity and the third and fourth layers are within the second portion of the cavity.2. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two differing stiffness layers includes a stiffer layer and a softer layer.3. The valve according to claim 2 , wherein the softer layer has a shore 00 hardness from 20 to 25.4. The valve according to claim 2 , wherein the stiffer layer has a shore A hardness of 15.5. The valve ...

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Номер записи: 86
26-04-2018 дата публикации

SHUTOFF-OPENING DEVICE

Номер: US20180112788A1
Автор: Funakoshi Takashi, Ishibashi Keisuke, Kikuchi Hiroaki, Kiso Hidenori, OKABE Tsuneyuki, SAKASHITA Kuniyasu, Tanikawa Tsuyoshi, Yamaji Michio
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A first on-off valve and a second on-off valve each are a two-port valve. A first passage block is provided with a first on-off valve-corresponding inflow passage and a first on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage . A second passage block is provided with a second on-off valve-corresponding inflow passage and a second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage . The second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage is in communication with an upstream side portion of the first on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage via a communicating passage formed in the first passage block . An orifice is provided between the second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage and the communicating passage 1. A shutoff-opening device comprising:a first on-off valve disposed on a downstream side;a second on-off valve adjacent to an upstream side of the first on-off valve; anda passage block supporting the first on-off valve and the second on-off valve, whereineach of the first on-off valve and the second on-off valve is a two-port valve, and the passage block is provided with a first on-off valve-corresponding inflow passage, a first on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage, a second on-off valve-corresponding inflow passage, and a second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage, andthe second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage is in communication with the first on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage via a communicating passage formed in the passage block, and a throttling portion is provided between the second on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage and the communicating passage.2. The shutoff-opening device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a third on-off valve adjacent to an upstream side of the second on-off valve and supported by the passage block, whereinthe third on-off valve is a two-port valve, the passage block is provided with a third on-off valve-corresponding inflow passage, a third on-off valve-corresponding outflow passage, and a ...

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Номер записи: 87
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Cartridge dispenser

Номер: US20140197198A1
Автор: Herman E. Turner, Jeffry J. Grana, Raymond C. Phillips, Thomas R. Tudor, William C. Paetow
Принадлежит: Nordson Corp

A cartridge dispenser generally includes an actuator, cartridge carrier, a removable cartridge, a dispenser head, and a cartridge piston. A sensor is configured to sense data and provide feedback data for controlling the actuator. The dispenser head is a multi-piece assembly allowing removal of an outlet flow tube for maintenance purposes. The tube may be a resilient tube and pinch valves are provided for fluid flow control from the dispenser.

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Номер записи: 88
17-07-2014 дата публикации

COMPACT PINCH VALVE

Номер: US20140198159A1
Автор: Balala Rommel, Dyer Geoffrey Philip, Jayatileke Saminda, Knight Paul Charles, Sanaei Kianoush Mir
Принадлежит: ZAMTEC LIMITED

An improved pinch valve includes a camshaft and associated cam(s) controlling the position of a pivotally-mounted first pinch arm and an opposed, pivotally-mounted second pinch arm. The respective pinch arms are provided symmetrically about a central plane which contains an axis of the camshaft. A spring extends across the central plane and interconnects the respective pinch arms so as to urge both pinch arms towards the central plane. A mechanical advantage lever is provided such that the pinching force is greater than the spring force. 2. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the biasing mechanism is a mutual biasing mechanism engaged with the first and second pinch arms.3. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the biasing mechanism comprises a resilient element interconnecting the first and second pinch arms claim 1 , the resilient element extending across the plane.4. The pinch valve of claim 3 , wherein the resilient element comprises a tension spring mounted between a first spring mount location of the first pinch arm and a second spring mount location of the second pinch arm.5. The pinch valve of claim 4 , wherein a radial distance between the first pivot axis and the first spring mount location is greater than a radial distance between the first pivot axis and the first cam follower claim 4 , and wherein a radial distance between the first pivot axis and the second spring mount location is greater than a radial distance between the second pivot axis and the second cam follower.6. The print valve of claim 4 , wherein a radial distance between the first pivot axis and the first spring mount location is greater than a radial distance between the first pivot axis and the first pinch element claim 4 , and wherein a radial distance between the second pivot axis and the second spring mount location is greater than a radial distance between the second pivot axis and the second pinch element.7. The pinch valve of claim 1 , wherein the plane containing the cam axis is a ...

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Номер записи: 89
09-04-2020 дата публикации

PINCH CLAMP

Номер: US20200109786A1
Автор: Hu Olivia, Sonderegger Ralph L., Staley Shaun
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Pinch clamps are provided which generate positive displacement while also preventing rebound. To prevent rebound while providing positive displacement, the upper and lower clamping surfaces may be configured to form a pinch profile along which the tubing is compressed with the pinch point being formed at the distal end of the pinch profile. To further prevent rebound, the lower arm of the pinch clamp can include blocking ribs that interface with the upper clamping surface to prevent distal travelling of the pinch point even if the upper arm is forced into an over-engaged position 1. A pinch clamp comprising:an upper arm having a proximal end and a distal end;a lower arm having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end of the lower arm is coupled to the proximal end of the upper arm via a hinge;a terminal end that extends upwardly from the distal end of the lower arm, the terminal end including an engaging structure that forms an engaging surface that interfaces with the distal end of the upper arm to retain the pinch clamp in an engaged position;an upper clamping surface formed on the upper arm, the upper clamping surface having a proximal portion and a distal portion; anda lower clamping surface formed on the lower arm, the lower clamping surface having a proximal portion and a distal portion;wherein, when the pinch clamp is in the engaged position, a distance between the distal portion of the upper clamping surface and the distal portion of the lower clamping surface is less than a distance between the proximal portion of the upper clamping surface and the proximal portion of the lower clamping surface.2. The pinch clamp of claim 1 , wherein the proximal and distal portions of the lower clamping surface form a flat surface.3. The pinch clamp of claim 2 , wherein the proximal portion of the upper clamping surface is flat and the distal portion of the upper clamping surface protrudes downwardly from the flat proximal portion of the upper clamping ...

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Номер записи: 90
04-05-2017 дата публикации

DISPENSER FOR GRANULAR MATERIAL WITH A VALVE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170119199A1
Автор: MACGILLIVARY Ken, MACLEAN Ian, TOFFLEMIRE Jeffrey, WILLISTON Kyle
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Described herein is an apparatus and method for dispensing a granular material. The apparatus includes a hopper for storing the granular material and a feeder for delivering the granular material through a hopper outlet to a dispensing tube that is configured to guide the granular material towards a dispensing outlet. The valve assembly is actuatable to pinch and unpinch the dispensing tube, thereby blocking and unblocking the passage of material. The valve assembly is configured to receive a resilient portion of the dispensing tube, and is actuatable to pinch the resilient portion of the dispensing tube to inhibit passage of the granular material to the dispensing port, and to unpinch said resilient portion of the dispensing tube to enable passage of the granular material through the dispensing port. The dispensing tube may be sloped between the hopper outlet and the valve assembly. Sloping of the dispensing tube promotes sliding of the granular material along an inner surface of the dispensing tube. This focuses the flow profile of the granular material, and reduces the scattering of granular material outside the vessel. 1. A dispensing apparatus configured to dispense a granular material , comprising:a hopper configured to store the granular material;a feeder configured to deliver the granular material in the hopper from a hopper outlet;a sloped dispensing tube configured to receive the granular material from the hopper outlet and configured to guide the granular material towards a dispensing port; anda valve assembly coupled to the sloped dispensing tube and positioned between the hopper outlet and the dispensing port, the valve assembly configured to receive a resilient portion of the dispensing tube,the valve assembly being actuatable to pinch the resilient portion of the dispensing tube to inhibit passage of the granular material to the dispensing port, and to unpinch said resilient portion of the dispensing tube to enable passage of the granular material ...

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Номер записи: 91
04-05-2017 дата публикации

CLAMP DEVICE FOR FLEXIBLE TUBE

Номер: US20170120038A1
Автор: Kato Ryo, Tsukamoto Daiki
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A clamp device for a flexible tube which can minimize the sealing area and prevent leakage of fluid and achieve easy release of the clamp device of a flexible tube. A clamp device for a flexible tube comprising: one branch formed with a first projection; the other branch formed with a second projection opposing to the first projection; an intermediate part connecting the one branch and the other branch each other; and an engaging part formed on a tip end of the other branch adapted to be engaged with an engaged part formed on a tip end of the one branch; flow of fluid within the flexible tube laid between the first projection and the second projection being able to be blocked by elastically bending the intermediate part and engaging the engaging part and the engaged part each other to clamp the flexible tube between the first and second projection wherein the clamp device comprises a positioning part for positioning the first and second projections in the longitudinal direction of the flexible tube under the clamped state of the flexible tube with engaging the engaging part and the engaged part each other. 1. A clamp device for a flexible tube comprising:one branch formed with a first projection;an other branch formed with a second projection opposing to the first projection;an intermediate part connecting the one branch and the other branch each other; andan engaging part formed on the other branch adapted to be engaged with the one branch; flow of fluid within the flexible tube laid between the first projection and the second projection being able to be blocked by elastically bending the intermediate part and engaging the engaging part and the one branch each other to clamp the flexible tube between the first projection and the second projection;wherein the clamp device further comprises a positioning part for performing a relative positioning of the first and second projections in the longitudinal direction of the flexible tube under the clamped state of the ...

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Номер записи: 92
04-05-2017 дата публикации

Anti-Clogging Fluid Management System

Номер: US20170120039A1
Автор: Joseph Childs, Robert Thistle
Принадлежит: DePuy Mitek LLC

Various methods and devices for performing arthroscopic surgery are provided. In particular, methods and devices are provided for reshaping, unclogging, and vibrating tubing of an aspiration pump in a fluid management system. For example, a fluid management system is provided that includes a valve assembly disposed on a housing and configured to selectively pinch closed tubing disposed within a first pathway and a second pathway. The valve assembly is configured to bias tubing disposed within the first and second pathways to an open position after the tubing is pinched closed by the valve assembly. As another example, a fluid management system is provided that includes a vibratory mechanism coupled to a valve and configured to vibrate the valve so as to facilitate the flow of debris through tubing disposed within first and second tubing pathways.

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Номер записи: 93
04-05-2017 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE FOR LIQUID DISPENSER

Номер: US20170122444A1
Автор: Cole Derek, Gay Brian, MACLEAN Ian, TOFFLEMIRE Jeffrey, WILSON Avery
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A pinch valve that includes a holder and an insert that fits in the holder. The pinch valve receives a dispensing tube for liquids and controls the flow of liquid in the dispensing valve. The insert defines an inner wall portion against which a plunger assembly pushes the dispensing tube to stop liquid from flowing through the dispensing tube. The insert and the holder define a throttle portion that throttles the flow of liquid when the plunger assembly is moved from the pinch position, where is pushed the dispensing tube against the inner wall portion of the insert, to a flow position. 1. A pinch valve comprising:a holder defining a recess; andan insert shaped to fit in the recess of the holder, the insert having an inner wall portion, the insert and the holder being structured for the insert to be moved, along an axis, from an installed position where the holder holds the insert, to a removed position, the holder and the insert configured to receive a dispensing tube and to cooperate, when in the installed position, with a plunger assembly biased to push the dispensing tube against the inner wall portion of the insert.2. The pinch valve of further comprising a bracket having a mating feature claim 1 , the insert defining a complementary mating feature claim 1 , the insert claim 1 , the holder claim 1 , and the bracket configured for the insert to be moved from the installed position to an intermediary position where the mating feature of the bracket and the complementary mating feature of the insert engage each other and define a pivot axis about which the insert can pivot to an open position.3. The pinch valve of wherein the axis along which the insert can be moved from the installed position to the removed position is parallel to the pivot axis about which the insert can pivot to the open position.4. The pinch valve of wherein the mating feature of the bracket is a post and the complementary mating feature of the insert is a hole defined by the insert.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 94
04-05-2017 дата публикации

Pinch valve for dispensing liquid

Номер: US20170122449A1
Автор: Avery Wilson, Brian Gay, Derek Cole, Ian MaClean, Jeffrey TOFFLEMIRE, Ronald Shore
Принадлежит: AC Dispensing Equipment Inc

A pinch valve has an insert housed in a holder. The insert and the holder are shaped to receive a dispensing tube and the insert can rotate within the holder and around the dispensing tube. The insert can be rotated to have the pinch valve in a release configuration where the insert can be moved downward and out of the holder to allow for cleaning of the insert and holder.

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Номер записи: 95
04-05-2017 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE FOR DISPENSING LIQUID

Номер: US20170122450A1
Автор: Cole Derek, Gay Brian, MACLEAN Ian, Shore Ronald, TOFFLEMIRE Jeffrey, WILSON Avery
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A pinch valve for a liquid-dispensing unit or machine has a pinch valve body to which is connected a pinch bar assembly. The pinch bar assembly has two axes of rotation and can easily be moved by a user from a pinch position, where the pinch bar is the displacement path of a plunger, to an open position where it is not in the displacement path. A liquid-dispensing tube can be installed in the pinch valve between the pinch bar and the plunger. 1. A pinch valve body for mounting to liquid-dispensing unit and for cooperating with a plunger , the pinch valve body comprising:a housing portion defining a displacement path for the plunger to move within the housing portion;a pinch bar;an articulated joint having two axes of rotation, the pinch bar secured to the housing portion through the articulated joint, the housing portion, the pinch bar and the articulated joint configured for movement of the pinch bar between a pinch position, where the pinch bar is in the displacement path, to an open position, where the pinch bar is out of the displacement path.2. The pinch valve body of wherein the articulated joint is a universal joint.3. The pinch valve body of wherein the articulated joint is a ball-in-socket joint.4. The pinch valve body of wherein the articulated joint is a flexure joint.5. The pinch valve body of wherein the flexure joint includes an elastomer material.6. The pinch valve body of wherein the housing portion includes a keeper configured to hold the pinch bar when the pinch bar is in the pinch position.7. The pinch valve body of wherein the keeper is defined by a recess in the housing portion.8. The pinch valve body of wherein the housing portion defines a recess to surround a dispensing tube installed in the pinch valve body.9. The pinch valve body of wherein the pinch bar has a circular cross-section.10. The pinch valve body of wherein the pinch bar defines a flat surface for receiving strikes from the plunger.11. A pinch valve body for mounting to liquid- ...

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Номер записи: 96
04-05-2017 дата публикации

PINCH VALVE FOR DISPENSING LIQUID

Номер: US20170122451A1
Автор: Cole Derek, Gay Brian, MACLEAN Ian, Shore Ronald, TOFFLEMIRE Jeffrey, WILSON Avery
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A pinch valve for a liquid-dispensing unit or machine has a pinch valve body to which is pivotally secured a closure in a clamshell arrangement. The valve body and the closure define a passageway that can hold a liquid-dispensing tube when the pinch valve is in a closed configuration. The axis about which the closure pivots is perpendicular to the passageway. 1. A pinch valve for a liquid-dispensing unit , the pinch valve comprising:a valve body for mounting to a liquid dispenser unit; anda closure pivotally secured to the valve body in a clamshell arrangement, the valve body and the closure configured to define a passageway to hold a liquid-dispensing tube when the pinch valve is in a closed configuration, the valve body and the insert further configured for rotation of the closure relative to the valve body, the rotation being about a rotation axis that is substantially perpendicular to the passageway.2. The pinch valve of wherein the valve body and the closure have counterpart mating elements to releasably secure the closure to the valve body when the pinch valve is in the closed configuration.3. The pinch valve of wherein the counterpart securing features include a post connected to the closure and a slot defined on the valve body claim 2 , the slot to retain the post when the pinch valve is in the closed configuration.4. The pinch valve of wherein the pinch valve is configured for translation of the closure perpendicular to the rotation axis claim 3 , the translation of the closure and the rotation of the closure to position the post into the slot to removably secure the closure to the valve body.5. The pinch valve of further comprising a pivot pin secured to the valve body and oriented collinearly to the rotation axis claim 4 , the closure defining an aperture claim 4 , the pivot pin traversing the aperture claim 4 , the aperture configured for the rotation of the closure about the pivot pin claim 4 , the aperture also configured for the translation of the ...

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Номер записи: 97
02-05-2019 дата публикации

Constriction Valve

Номер: US20190126026A1
Автор: Anthony Nobles, Christian Willer
Принадлежит: HeartStitch Inc

Constriction valves for catheters and method of using constriction valves are presented. The catheter valve has a conduit comprising mesh defining a lumen. The catheter also has a biasing member that is configured to bias the lumen from an open position to a closed position by altering an effective length of the conduit or altering the circumference of the conduit. The biasing member is further configured to change its configuration by changes of intraluminal pressure of the valve. A user can insert a tool into a catheter having a valve by manipulating the valve to expand a substantially closed lumen by compressing the biasing member, twisting the biasing member, or pulling on a cord coupled with the valve.

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Номер записи: 98
23-04-2020 дата публикации

A MINIMUM PRESSURE VALVE AND COMPRESSOR COMPRISING SUCH A MINIMUM PRESSURE VALVE

Номер: US20200124041A1
Автор: DE SCHAMPHELAERE Pieter
Принадлежит: Atlas Copco Airpower, Naamloze Vennootschap

The present invention is directed to a minimum pressure valve comprising a housing () with a valve inlet () and a valve outlet () which are connected by means of a chamber (), said minimum pressure valve () further comprising a valve body () movable in said chamber () between a closed position in which said valve inlet () is closed off, and an open position in which said valve inlet () is open, whereby said minimum pressure valve () further comprises a regulation unit () for setting the value of the pressure at which the valve body () moves into an open position. 126-. (canceled)2713111216101716111110181717241111. A minimum pressure valve comprising a housing () with a valve inlet () and a valve outlet () which are connected by means of a chamber () , said minimum pressure valve () further comprising a valve body () movable in said chamber () between a closed position in which said valve inlet () is closed off , and an open position in which said valve inlet () is open , wherein said minimum pressure valve () further comprises a regulation unit () for setting the value of the pressure at which the valve body () moves into the open position , and in that the valve body () comprises a piston () received therein movable between the closed position in which the valve inlet () is closed off and the open position in which said valve inlet () is open.2810. The minimum pressure valve according to claim 27 , wherein the minimum pressure valve () does not comprise a spring.29181920171611. The minimum pressure valve according to claim 27 , wherein the regulation unit () comprises a conduit () fluidly connecting a space () delimited between the valve body () and the chamber () with the valve inlet ().30182219231316. The minimum pressure valve according to claim 29 , wherein the regulation unit () comprises a restricting module () adapted to be connected on the one hand to the conduit () and on the other hand onto a channel () created through the housing () and a wall of the ...

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Номер записи: 99
07-08-2014 дата публикации

CONNECTING DEVICE WITH A CLAMPING DEVICE FOR CONNECTING TO AN ARRANGEMENT FOR CLOSING FLOW PATHS AND MONITORING THE STATUS OF THE CLAMPING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SAME

Номер: US20140216557A1
Автор: Klewinghaus Juergen
Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

The present invention relates to a connecting device for connecting an external function device to an arrangement and for cutting off flow paths by accommodating a clamping device, wherein a pressure-measuring unit and/or a length-measuring unit is adjusted for detecting a clamping force and/or a distance such that it is possible to monitor the status of the clamping device. 22182319. The connecting device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the clamping device () comprises a fluid-carrying element () and clamping elements () claim 1 , wherein{'b': 23', '27', '27', '18, 'the fluid-carrying element. () is a flexible tubing which is guided through two opposite side holders (, ′) of the clamping device (),'}{'b': 19', '19, 'the clamping element () is designed in the form of a hose clamp having a movable lever and/or arm and/or clamping prisms (′).'}3218252319. The connecting device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the clamping device () comprises a housing () claim 1 , a fluid-carrying element () and clamping elements () claim 1 , wherein{'b': '23', 'the fluid-carrying element () is a flexible tubing,'}{'b': 19', '19', '13', '24', '18', '12, 'the clamping elements () are in the form of clamping prisms (′), which are mounted on the inside of the accommodating device () in the rigid lower side () of the clamping device () and/or of the pressure plate (), and'}{'b': 26', '24', '27', '27, 'the housing has an open upper side (), a rigid lower side () and two opposite side holders (, ′).'}42202119191819191815.) The connecting device () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the distance (S) between a first end point () and a second end point () is defined by the distance between the clamping elements and/or the clamping prisms ( claim 1 , ′) of the clamping device () in the open state and the clamping element ( claim 1 , ′) of the clamping device () in the closed state claim 1 , said distance being detected by means of a length-measuring unit ...

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Номер записи: 100