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26-01-2012 дата публикации

Joint Cover with Manifold for Duct Leak Detection System

Номер: US20120018014A1
Автор: Arnaud Amy, Leslie Fernandes
Принадлежит: Senior IP GmbH

A leak detector for an insulated duct carrying pressurized hot air comprises a cover secured over a circumferential cut in the insulation of the duct, or over a joint connecting duct sections, thereby creating a reservoir of hot air which has leaked from the duct or joint, a manifold block defining a conduit therein in communication with the hot air reservoir and a cap for securing heat sensitive wires to manifold at the end of the conduit such that the hot air from the hot air reservoir impinges directly on the heat sensitive wires. The leak detector includes flow control mechanisms in the body of the manifold block, to prevent false alarms arising from nominal leakage resulting from ordinary operation of the duct system.

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Номер записи: 1
01-03-2012 дата публикации

Manifold with label plates

Номер: US20120048404A1
Автор: Jeffrey A. Scilingo, Paul J. Lake
Принадлежит: Watts Water Technologies Inc

A fluid distribution system including an elongated manifold defining fluid ports, lengthwise ridges, and radial ridges. Label plates couple to the manifold and have a planar body with a front side for indicating information related to the respective port. A finger extends from each label plate and has two inwardly turned prongs for coupling to a first lengthwise ridge. The prongs form a space for capturing a radial ridge. A collar also extends from the planar body for coupling to the port. The planar body also has three stiffening bars on a back side thereof. Each stiffening bar includes a feature for coupling to a second lengthwise ridge on the manifold body.

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Номер записи: 2
12-04-2012 дата публикации

Connecting element for a fluid connection

Номер: US20120086197A1
Автор: Andreas Bauer, Marc Rastetter, Stephan Mann
Принадлежит: NORMA GERMANY GMBH

A connecting element for a fluid connection having a housing that includes an insert region structured and arranged to axially receive a plug connector and a latching element, structured and arranged to latch the plug connector, being moveable in relation to the housing via an axial pulling movement between a first position and a second position. The connecting element also includes a safety element. In the second position, the latching element unblocks at least one space that is fillable by the safety element.

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Номер записи: 3
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Aircraft fluid check valve assembly with indexing

Номер: US20120125453A1
Автор: Jonathan David Murray
Принадлежит: Eaton Corp

An aircraft check valve assembly where the fluid check valve is indexed in rotational position relative to a first duct flange and to a second opposed duct flange and to a clamping band where the check valve includes an annular check valve flange having at least one index tab extending therefrom. The index tab formed in the check valve annular flange engages a void area formed in an outer annular ridge formed in the first and second duct flanges. A clamping band holds the first duct flange to the check valve flange and to the second duct flange where the clamping band is rotationally indexed to the check valve by index fingers formed on the index tab which and extends to occupy a gap formed in a hinge point of the band clamp. The index finger is oriented relative to the operating direction of the check valve to provide for confirmation of the correct orientation of the check valve for error proofing.

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Номер записи: 4
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Smart clamp device for connecting tubing

Номер: US20120126534A1
Автор: Daniel B. Gentle, John E. Morton
Принадлежит: HITCO Inc

A hinged clamp provides quick connection and disconnection of sections of fluid tubing. Some embodiments include a spring-loaded catch mechanism that enables the clamp to be loosely latched, and a winding mechanism that can retract the catch to a securely latched condition. Other embodiments provide a hinged shaft that pivots about an end of the upper clamp ring. A middle section of the shaft can be inserted into a slotted opening in the lower clamp ring, and the winding mechanism can move an engagement surface against the lower clamp ring to securely latch the clamp. An adjustment mechanism is included in these embodiments which can adjust the amount of winding required to engage the clamp. In various embodiments, less than one turn or less than one-half turn is required to engage/disengage the clamp. The clamp can be openable only just enough for insertion of flanged ends of the tubing sections.

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Номер записи: 5
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Methods and systems for detecting and sealing dry fit connections in a piping assembly

Номер: US20120255345A1
Автор: Carmine L. Schiavone, James E. Golinveaux, John A. Amarello
Принадлежит: Tyco Fire Products LP

Systems and methods for evaluating a piping system for an improperly assembled fluid tight connection. Provided is a preferred joint assembly unable to hold fluid pressure in either one of a dry fit connection and partial seal connection. The joint assembly includes a coupler to identify a leak. More specifically, the coupler includes a substantially tubular wall portion having an outer surface, an inner surface and a channel disposed along one of the inner and outer surfaces. The channel has a first configuration for carrying a fluid between an interior of the piping system and an exterior of a piping system, and a second configuration to prevent fluid from being carried between the interior and the exterior of the piping system. The channel is further preferably convertible from the first configuration to the second configuration in the presence of a minimum amount of sealant material.

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Номер записи: 6
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Connector

Номер: US20130082459A1
Автор: Kenichiro Kaneko, Kenta Kuwayama, Masaru Tomimatsu, Naoki Mori, Shoji Uhara, Yoshikazu Kaneyasu
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd, Toyoda Gosei Co Ltd

The connector comprises a housing having a connection hole where a pipe with a flange is inserted, a retainer having a latching portion that retains the pipe by being arranged at a location facing the connection hole and engaged with the flange, and a checker that is supported by the housing at the retaining position and is movable from the retaining position to the connection confirmation position when the pipe is inserted into the connection hole up to the normal connection position. The checker is configured to release the engagement between the latching portion and the flange, when at the connection confirmation position, by having the retainer that is engaged with the flange of the pipe at the normal connection position pushed to expand the distance of the retainer so that the pipe can be pulled out from the connection hole.

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Номер записи: 7
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Aseptic Coupling Devices

Номер: US20130099489A1
Автор: Jeremy Henry Nichols, Patrick Thomas Gerst, Randall Scott Williams
Принадлежит: Colder Products Co

A seal member for an aseptic coupling device includes a cross-sectional area including a first end portion, a middle portion, and a second end portion opposite the first end portion, the middle portion being thinner in radial dimension than the first and second end portions.

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Номер записи: 8
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Pull-up by torque fitting with female threaded nut and integral dynamic wedge

Номер: US20130154261A1
Автор: Andrew P. Marshall, Edward A. Stroberg, Jeffrey Michael Rubinski, John D. Karkosiak, Mark A. Bennett, Mark A. Clason, Peter C. Williams, Thomas A. Lippucci, Tobin Berry
Принадлежит: Swagelok Co

A fitting is provided that may optionally be pulled-up to its final assembled condition by torque rather than by turns. In one embodiment, at least one fitting component includes a structure that facilitates pull-up by torque. The structure may take a wide variety of different forms.

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Номер записи: 9
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Connector designed to removably connect two fluid channels

Номер: US20130160880A1
Автор: Alain-Christophe Tiberghien, Christophe Durieux, Serafim Marques Barroca
Принадлежит: Staubli Faverges SCA

The connector ( 1 ) according to the invention for removably connecting two fluid channels comprises a first element ( 3 ) and a second element ( 2 ) that can fit into one another. The first element ( 3 ) comprises a body ( 4 ) that is connected with the second element ( 2 ), when the second element ( 2 ) and the first element ( 3 ) are at least partially fitted into one another, following a combined relative rotational and translational movement, by a first link between at least one locking pin (D) and at least one locking slot (A). According to the invention, the first element ( 3 ) comprises a single ring ( 5 ) mounted around the body ( 4 ), the body ( 4 ) and the ring ( 5 ) being linked following a combined relative rotational and translational movement by a second link between at least one guiding pin (C) and at least one guiding slot (B).

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Номер записи: 10
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Composite Protective Element for a Thermally Insulated Pipe

Номер: US20130248039A1
Автор: Remi Bourlart
Принадлежит: Daher Aerospace SAS

A thermally insulating protection element for piping, including a hollow body with an open concavity and having a wall. The wall includes at least one rigid positioning and/or support platform designed to accommodate the fastening of technical equipment to be associated with the protection element. The element is designed to not only insulate piping, but also to constitute a direct device for supporting and fastening technical equipment such as a sensing line.

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Номер записи: 11
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Tubular joint

Номер: US20130285369A1
Автор: Bo Anders Wiktorsson, Kristina Ulrika Johansson, Ole Gjerstad
Принадлежит: VETCO GRAY SCANDINAVIA AS

A tubular joint comprising: is provided. The tubular joint comprises first and second tubular members, a metallic seal ring between the tubular members and having sealing surfaces designed to mate with corresponding sealing surfaces of the tubular members to form a primary seal, an additional seal provided between the tubular members radially outwardly of the primary seal, a fluid channel having an outlet opening in an end surface of the first tubular member radially outwardly of said primary seal and radially inwardly of said additional seal, and annular seal members interposed between the seal ring and the tubular members radially outwardly of the primary seal and radially inwardly of said outlet opening and designed to allow fluid flow past the seal members in a radial direction inwards and to prevent fluid flow past the seal members in a radial direction outwards.

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Номер записи: 12
06-03-2014 дата публикации

High-pressure quick-disconnect connector with automatic pressure-based lockout control

Номер: US20140062080A1
Автор: Brian A. Battisti, Dennis L. Finch, John J. McKeon
Принадлежит: AIR-LOCK Inc

According to one aspect, a quick disconnect connector is provided. The quick disconnect connector includes a first component and a second component which is matable with the first component. A releasing element is engageable with at least one of the first component and the second component to unmate the first component and the second component. A locking element is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The locking element, in the locked position, engages the releasing element to prevent the releasing element from unmating the first component and the second component. The locking element is movable from the unlocked position to the locked position by application of a locking force to the locking element. The locking force can be applied to the locking element by fluid being carried by the quick-disconnect connector.

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Номер записи: 13
06-01-2022 дата публикации

Connection verifier

Номер: US20220003350A1
Автор: Craig Andrew Corra, II Thomas Edwin Hall, Joseph Thomas Adams
Принадлежит: Oetiker NY Inc

A connection verifier for engaging a fluid connection including a tube end form, a fluid connector, and a snap ring having one or more protrusions, the connection verifier comprising a boot including an aperture, and a probe having a leading edge operatively arranged to engage the snap ring, and a circuit arranged in the aperture, the circuit operatively arranged to detect one or more forces applied to the leading edge, wherein the connection verifier is operatively arranged to determine if the fluid connection is properly connected based on the one or more forces applied to the leading edge.

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Номер записи: 14
07-01-2016 дата публикации

CONNECTOR FOR MULTIPLE SIZED CONNECTIONS

Номер: US20160003393A1
Автор: "ODonnell Kevin Peter", Frame Samuel Robertson, Gourd Graham Douglas, Kramer Martin Paul Friedrich
Принадлежит: FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE LIMITED

A connector is used to connect a gases supply to a user. The user can be fitted with an interface, such as a cannula, while the gases supply can include a conduit. The connector interfaces between the conduit and the interface. The connector has a female assembly and a male assembly that connect together, such as by push fit. The male assembly includes an inner portion sized and configured to mate with a first female connector and an outer portion sized and configured to alternatively mate with a second female connector. 1. A male end portion for a gases supply conduit connector , the male end portion comprising:a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end being configured to connect to a conduit and the distal end being configured to mate with two or more different female end portions;the distal end of the male end portion comprising a first male connector and a second male connector, the first male connector generally encircling the second male connector with a radial gap defined between the first male connector and the second male connector;the first male connector comprising an outer wall that extends distally from a proximal end wall, the outer wall being generally cylindrical but tapering along at least a portion of its length such that a proximal portion of the outer wall has a larger outer diameter than a distal portion of the outer wall;the second male connector comprising an inner wall, the inner wall comprising an outer surface, the outer surface of the inner wall being spaced apart from an inner surface of the outer wall to define a gap between the inner wall and the outer wall.2. The male end portion of claim 1 , wherein the inner surface of the outer wall is generally cylindrical in shape.3. The male end portion of claim 2 , wherein the inner surface of the outer wall of the first male connector includes a stepped portion.4. The male end portion of claim 3 , wherein the stepped portion defines a first inner diameter at a proximal end of the inner ...

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Номер записи: 15
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: 16
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Conduit fitting with components adapted for facilitating assembly

Номер: US20200003345A1
Автор: Cal R. Brown, Connor M. DORONY, Daniel G. Trivett, Douglas J. Mcclure, Douglas S. Welch, James E. Gotch, Matthew K. MESSER, Peter C. Williams, Ronald P. CAMPBELL, Stephen J. ZABORSZKI, William J. Knaggs
Принадлежит: Swagelok Co

A subassembly for a conduit fitting includes a first ferrule and a second ferrule alignable relative to an axis. The first ferrule includes a camming surface at a back portion thereof, and the second ferrule includes a surface that contacts the camming surface when the first ferrule and the second ferrule are axially moved together along the axis. A retaining structure retains the first ferrule and the second ferrule together as a subassembly, and includes a flange extending radially outward and axially rearward from the back portion of the first ferrule to define an outer diameter recess. The flange includes an end portion that extends radially inward to define an inner diameter recess retaining a forward portion of the second ferrule. The outer diameter recess and the inner diameter recess together define a hinge portion of the flange.

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Номер записи: 17
02-01-2020 дата публикации

FLUID SUPPLY APPARATUS

Номер: US20200003349A1
Автор: MATSUDA Kanan, TAKEZAWA Masahiro
Принадлежит:

To provide a fluid supply apparatus capable of preventing inconveniences cause by cut of a signal line when a filling hose is separated through an emergency separation pipe joint. The fluid supply apparatus (: fluid supply apparatus for supplying fluid such as hydrogen gas and gasoline) includes a supply system for transporting fluid such as hydrogen gas and gasoline in a housing main body while measuring flow rate of the fluid; a control mechanism for controlling the supply system; a hose () introduced from the supply system and having a nozzle () at an end thereof; and a signal line () along the hose (), wherein the signal line () is detachable. 1. A fluid supply apparatus comprising a supply system for transporting fluid in a housing main body while measuring flow rate of the fluid; a control mechanism for controlling the supply system; a hose introduced from the supply system and having a nozzle at an end thereof; and a signal line along the hose , wherein said signal line is detachable.2. The fluid supply apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the signal line includes a detachable portion as a separable portion claim 1 , and the detachable portion is provided with a locking mechanism.3. The fluid supply apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , wherein an emergency separation mechanism is mounted to release the locking mechanism.4. The fluid supply apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism includes a signal line holding member claim 1 , to the signal line holding member is mounted a first convex portion for releasing engagement of the locking mechanism claim 1 , and the locking mechanism includes a lock releasing member claim 1 , and to the lock releasing member is mounted a second convex portion for releasing engagement of the locking mechanism by contacting the first convex portion.5. The fluid supply apparatus as claimed in claim 4 , wherein on both sides of the first convex portion in a circumferential direction are formed detent ...

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Номер записи: 18
03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR NON-INTRUSIVE PIPELINE TESTING

Номер: US20190003499A1
Автор: HULL John, Jalilian Seyed Ehsan, Logan Derek
Принадлежит: Hifi Engineering Inc.

A method for non-intrusive pipeline testing involves constructing the pipeline at a construction location that is above ground, affixing an optical fiber along a surface of a length of the pipeline that is at the construction location, measuring dynamic strain experienced by the length of the pipeline by performing optical interferometry using the optical fiber, and moving the length of the pipeline from the construction location to a different installation location. The optical fiber includes at least one pair of fiber Bragg gratings (“FBGs”) tuned to reflect substantially identical wavelengths with a segment of the optical fiber extending between the FBGs. 1. A method for non-intrusive pipeline testing , the method comprising:(a) constructing the pipeline at a construction location that is above ground;(b) affixing an optical fiber along a surface of a length of the pipeline that is at the construction location, wherein the optical fiber comprises at least one pair of fiber Bragg gratings (“FBGs”) tuned to reflect substantially identical wavelengths with a segment of the optical fiber extending between the FBGs;(c) measuring dynamic strain experienced by the length of the pipeline by performing optical interferometry using the optical fiber; and(d) moving the length of the pipeline from the construction location to a different installation location.2. The method of wherein the installation location comprises a trench.3. The method of or further comprising prior to moving the length of the pipeline claim 1 , removing the optical fiber from the length of the pipeline.4. The method of wherein the fiber remains affixed to the length of the pipeline after the length of the pipeline is moved to the installation location.5. The method of any one of to wherein the fiber extends substantially linearly along the length of the pipeline.6. The method of any one of to wherein the fiber is helically wrapped around the pipeline.7. The method of or wherein the fiber is clamped to ...

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Номер записи: 19
03-01-2019 дата публикации

CLAMSHELL COUPLING

Номер: US20190003621A1
Автор: Brown Glenn
Принадлежит:

A coupling configured with at least one fastener for compressing and also opening the coupling. The fastener may be at least one jack screw. 1. A coupling , comprising:a first coupling section; anda first fastener,wherein the first fastener is configured to compress the coupling, andwherein the first fastener is configured to open the coupling.2. The coupling of claim further comprising:a second coupling section,wherein the first coupling section and the second coupling section are fastened together in at least one position in order to couple.3. The coupling of claim 1 , further comprising:a second fastener.4. The coupling of claim 2 , further comprising:a second fastener.5. The coupling of claim 1 , further comprising:a hinge.6. The coupling of claim 2 , further comprising:a hinge. The present disclosure relates to a mechanical coupling, and in particular, a clamshell coupling configured to open and close mechanically.The present invention relates to couplings for attaching various mechanical devices, such as hoses, manifolds, and similar connections. More particularly, the present invention pertains to a coupling that includes at least one fastener configured to open the coupling.Previously, conventional compression couplings were configured only to connect two or more separate devices (e.g., hose, manifold, etc.) together. The compression coupling came in at least two parts which fit around the connection areas (e.g., shaft, neck, etc.) of the two devices being coupled. On many applications such as industrial applications and cryogenic applications, the prior art compression couplings effectively coupled; however, they often become seized together with the devices they coupled.The present invention, as described herein, addresses the problems described above and other problems of prior art systems and methods which will become apparent to one skilled in the art from the description below. Generally, the present invention provides a coupling that includes at least ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Connector for multiple sized connections

Номер: US20190003625A1
Автор: Graham Douglas Gourd, Kevin Peter O'donnell, Martin Paul Friedrich Kramer, Samuel Robertson Frame
Принадлежит: Fisher and Paykel Healthcare Ltd

A connector is used to connect a gases supply to a user. The user can be fitted with an interface, such as a cannula, while the gases supply can include a conduit. The connector interfaces between the conduit and the interface. The connector has a female assembly and a male assembly that connect together, such as by push fit. The male assembly includes an inner portion sized and configured to mate with a first female connector and an outer portion sized and configured to alternatively mate with a second female connector.

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Номер записи: 21
03-01-2019 дата публикации

QUICK CONNECTOR AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20190003626A1
Автор: Stieler David C.
Принадлежит:

A quick connector for connecting to a male end of a component includes a housing having a head portion and a body defining a central bore which receives a male end of a component therein. A latch and latch indicator are slidably mounted within the head portion for retaining the male end within the central bore. The latch indicator is offset relative to the latch to provide a visual indication that the component is coupled with the quick connector. 1. A quick connector including a housing having a head portion and a body defining a central bore configured to receive a first end of a component for releasably coupling the component with the quick connector , the quick connector comprising:a latch at least partially disposed within the head portion and comprising a latch bore formed within a body of the latch, wherein the latch is moveable within the head portion between (a) a first position in which the first end of the component is restricted from passing through the latch bore and (b) a second position in which the first end of the component is allowed to pass through the latch bore;a latch indicator at least partially disposed within the head portion and moveable with respect to the latch to indicate when the component is coupled with the quick connector; andan actuator coupled to the latch for selectively moving the latch between the first and second positions, the actuator including an actuator face having at least first, second, and third portions, with the third portion disposed between the first and second portions;wherein the third portion of the actuator face is configured to decrease a force required to move the latch between the first and second positions.2. The quick connector of wherein the first and second portions define a first cross-sectional shape and the third portion defines a second cross-sectional shape claim 1 , different than the first cross-sectional shape.3. The quick connector of wherein the first cross-sectional shape comprises a radius of ...

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Номер записи: 22
03-01-2019 дата публикации

COUPLING SLEEVE FOR A HYDRAULIC COUPLING

Номер: US20190003628A1
Автор: FIRUS ARTUR, LAUFER KLAUS
Принадлежит: U.M. GEWERBEIMMOBILIEN GMBH & CO. KG

A coupling sleeve () for a hydraulic coupling to a pressure medium line, for a coupling with a coupling plug (), having a housing () and a sealing unit (). The housing () has a flow channel () for a pressure medium and a coupling axis A. The sealing unit () includes a sleeve body (), a pressure sleeve (), and a valve tappet (). The sealing unit () delimits part of the flow channel (), the valve tappet () is held on the sleeve body () and is arranged in the flow channel (). The pressure sleeve () encloses the valve tappet (). The pressure sleeve () can be displaced along the coupling axis A and is held between a closing position, in which the flow channel () is locked, and an opening position, in which the flow channel () is unlocked. The pressure sleeve () is loaded by a pressure spring () in the closing direction. A coupling force must be applied by a user to produce a positive coupling to a coupling plug (). 1. A coupling sleeve for a hydraulic coupling on a pressure medium line to produce a form-fit coupling to a coupling plug , comprising , a housing and a sealing unit , wherein the housing has a flow channel for a pressure medium and defining a coupling axis , wherein the sealing unit comprises a sleeve body , a pressure sleeve , and a valve tappet , the sealing unit delimits part of the flow channel , the valve tappet is held on the sleeve body via the tappet guide in such a way that the valve tappet is arranged in the flow channel , the pressure sleeve surrounds the valve tappet , the pressure sleeve can be displaced along the coupling axis and is held between a closing position , in which the flow channel is closed off by the pressure sleeve , and an opening position , in which the flow channel is opened by the pressure sleeve , the pressure sleeve is loaded by use of a pressure spring in the direction of the closing position , and a coupling force must be applied by a user to produce a positive coupling to the coupling plug ,a size of surfaces of the ...

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Номер записи: 23
13-01-2022 дата публикации

TRANSMITTER FOR QUICK CONNECTOR

Номер: US20220010907A1
Автор: CHOO SEONG-HWA, GABBEY DAVID, LEE DONG-HYEOK, LIM JEONG-HO, PEPE RICK, ROGERS ALEXIS, RYDIN CODY
Принадлежит: TI Group Automotive Systems, LLC

A quick connector coupling for making a severable connection with a male member and a female tube in a fluid line includes a connector body having a through bore for receiving the male member having a tubular shape sized to extend into the through bore of the connector body and having an upset, a retainer releasably securing the male member within the connector body, and a verifier including a conductor and moving between a verified position and an unverified position inside the connector body. The connector body includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip and an antenna electrically connected to the RFID chip to form a first circuit. In the unverified position of the verifier, the RFID chip electrically connected to the antenna sends an unverified signal through the antenna, and when the verifier is moved in the verified position, the RFID chip sends a verified signal through the antenna. 1. A quick connector coupling for making a severable connection with a male member and a female tube in a fluid line , the quick connector coupling comprising:a connector body having a through bore for receiving the male member having a tubular shape sized to extend into the through bore of the connector body and having an upset, the connector body including a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip and an antenna electrically connected to the RFID chip to form a first circuit;a retainer releasably securing the male member within the connector body; anda verifier including a conductor, the verifier coupled to the connector body and moving between a verified position and an unverified position inside the connector body,wherein, in the unverified position of the verifier, the RFID chip sends an unverified signal through the antenna, and when the verifier is moved in the verified position such that the conductor is electrically connected to the RFID chip to form a second circuit, the RFID chip sends a verified signal through the antenna.2. The quick connector coupling of ...

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Номер записи: 24
09-01-2020 дата публикации

CONNECTORS FOR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20200008694A1
Автор: Karla Sean R., Lia Raymond A., Martin Scott A., Perkins Jeffrey J., Roberts Chris R., Vivenzio Robert L., Wawro Thaddeus J.
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An adapter includes a substantially rigid body having a distal portion, a proximal portion, a central opening formed at least in part by an inner wall of the body, and a longitudinal axis extending substantially centrally through the opening. The distal portion includes an annular ring having a top surface and a ridge disposed opposite the top surface, the ridge extending substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The distal. The adapter also includes a seal configured to form a substantially fluid-tight seal with a surface of a fitting removably attachable to the adapter. 1. A blood pressure cuff adapter , comprising: [ the top surface of the ring extends from the inner wall, and', 'the groove comprises a sidewall and a base, the sidewall extending from the top surface to the base, and the base extending from the sidewall, and, 'an annular ring having a top surface and a groove, the groove extending at least partly around the longitudinal axis and being configured to accept a corresponding member of a fitting when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter, wherein, 'a ridge disposed opposite the top surface; and, 'a body having a distal portion, a proximal portion, a substantially cylindrical inner wall forming a central opening of the body, the inner wall extending from the distal portion to the proximal portion, and a longitudinal axis extending substantially centrally through the opening, the distal portion includinga seal disposed adjacent to the inner wall, the seal configured to form a substantially fluid-tight seal with the fitting when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter.2. The blood pressure cuff adapter of claim 1 , wherein at least part of the ring is configured to mate with at least a portion of the member claim 1 , when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter claim 1 , to assist in stabilizing a removable connection between the fitting and the adapter.3. The blood pressure cuff adapter of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 25
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Electrofusion pipe fittings, methods, and systems

Номер: US20180009174A1
Автор: Ruben Adolfo MENCOS
Принадлежит: Individual

This disclosure is directed to pipe fittings, systems, and methods. Specifically, this disclosure provides pipe fittings with pairs of circumferential sealing zones and a pressure-testing chamber between the sealing zones. This disclosure also provides pipe fittings with sensors for detecting a breach in one or more sealing zones. The disclosure also provides data trackers for collecting information about the pressure-testing chamber and/or breaches in the sealing zones. Finally, this disclosure provides a dormant power source that becomes powered upon an aqueous breach of one or more sealing zones.

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Номер записи: 26
12-01-2017 дата публикации

THREADED CONNECTION HAVING HIGH GALLING RESISTANCE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

Номер: US20170009535A1
Автор: Alaria Alberto, Canavera Angelo
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A process for treating a pin having an external threaded portion and a box having an internal threaded portion wherein the process provides a threadable joint having a high galling resistance. One embodiment of the present invention includes applying a lubricant on the threaded portion of at least one of the pin and box. The threadable joint is made up by threadably engaging the threaded portions of the pin and box to a recommended torque according to the American Petroleum Institute and then breaking out the threaded joint. The making up and breaking out step with lubricant applied on the threaded portion of at least one of the pin and box is performed a plurality of times. One of the threaded portions of the pin and box is then case hardened. The threadable joint made from this process is highly resistant to galling without the requirement of any lubricant. 1. A process for manufacturing tubular components including a pin having an external threaded portion and a box having an internal threaded portion , the manufactured tubular components including the pin and box are capable of forming a dope-free threaded connection having effective galling resistance without the use of a lubricant , the manufacturing process steps comprising:joining the pin and box to opposite ends of a pipe section to form a tubular component;applying a lubricant on the threaded portion of at least one of the pin and box which have been prepared by machining the threaded portions;making up the threaded connection by threadably engaging the pin threaded portion of one tubular component to the box threaded portion of another tubular component to a recommended make-up torque for the threaded connection according to the American Petroleum Institute and breaking out the threaded connection, wherein the making up and breaking out step with lubricant applied on the threaded portion of at least one of the pin and box is performed a plurality of times inducing plastic deformation; andcase hardening ...

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Номер записи: 27
10-01-2019 дата публикации

SWIVEL JOINT FOR OILFIELD PUMPING STIMULATION

Номер: US20190011066A1
Автор: Champion Monty W., Garner William H., THAMMAVONGSA Tommy, Ungchusri Tep
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A swivel joint includes a tubular female member which is rotatably connected to a tubular male member. The female member includes a female race portion having an axially extending inner annular recess, a female inner end portion which is formed at an axially inner end of the recess, and a number of inner annular grooves which are formed in the recess coaxially therewith. The male member includes a male race portion having an annular outer surface which is configured to be received in the recess, a male nose portion which is formed at an end of the male race portion, and a number of outer annular grooves which are formed on the outer surface coaxially therewith. The male race portion is positioned in the female race portion such that the male nose portion is located adjacent the female inner end portion and each outer groove is aligned with a corresponding inner groove to thereby define a number of annular bearing races within which a plurality of balls are received to thereby rotatably connect the male member to the female member. A first primary seal is positioned between the male nose portion and the female inner end portion, and a second seal is positioned between the male nose portion and the female inner end portion radially outwardly of the first primary seal. The male nose portion comprises an end wall which extends radially outwardly from the flow bore and a conical side wall which extends both radially and axially outwardly relative to the cylindrical side wall, and the second seal comprises at least a first portion which sealingly engages the conical side wall. 1. A swivel joint comprising:a tubular female member which includes a female race portion having an axially extending inner annular recess, a female inner end portion which is formed at an axially inner end of the recess, and a number of inner annular grooves which are formed in the recess coaxially therewith;a tubular male member which includes a male race portion having an annular outer surface ...

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Номер записи: 28
14-01-2021 дата публикации

CONDUIT FLUID COUPLING WITH ANTI-ROTATION LOCK

Номер: US20210010624A1
Автор: Ramlaoui Jihad, RATAJAC ALEKSANDAR, Shaner Kristopher B., Terrey Colin R.
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A fluid conduit assembly is provided that includes a first conduit coupler, a second conduit coupler and a lock. The second conduit coupler is mated with the first conduit coupler at a threaded interface. The lock is configured to rotationally fix the first conduit coupler with the second conduit coupler. The lock includes a flange, a clip and a fastener. The flange is arranged with the first conduit coupler. The flange is configured with a plurality of flange apertures arranged circumferentially about an axis of the first conduit coupler. The clip is arranged with the second conduit coupler. The clip is configured with a clip aperture. The fastener is mated with the clip aperture and any one of the plurality of flange apertures. 1. A fluid conduit assembly , comprising:a first conduit coupler;a second conduit coupler mated with the first conduit coupler at a threaded interface; anda lock configured to rotationally fix the first conduit coupler with the second conduit coupler, the lock including a flange, a clip and a fastener;the flange arranged with the first conduit coupler, and the flange configured with a plurality of flange apertures arranged circumferentially about an axis of the first conduit coupler;the clip arranged with the second conduit coupler, and the clip configured with a clip aperture; andthe fastener mated with the clip aperture and any one of the plurality of flange apertures.2. The fluid conduit assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flange is an arcuate flange that extends circumferentially about the first conduit coupler.3. The fluid conduit assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first conduit coupler and the flange are configured together as a monolithic body.4. The fluid conduit assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a clamp clamped on the first conduit coupler;the flange connected to and projecting radially out from the clamp.5. The fluid conduit assembly of claim 4 , whereinthe clamp includes a first clamp segment and a second clamp segment ...

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Номер записи: 29
09-01-2020 дата публикации

High Pressure, Large Inner Diameter Hose Coupling With Termination Attachment

Номер: US20200011463A1
Автор: Charles Gray, Donald R. Gilbreath, Karlton L. Wolf, Ron Trujillo, Rudy BRAUN
Принадлежит: Gates Corp

A hose coupling for attachment to an end portion of a hose. The hose coupling may include a fitting, a termination attachment, and an end termination. The fitting may be attachable to the end portion of the hose. The fitting may include a ferrule and a stem. The ferrule may be attached to the stem. The termination attachment may be attached to the fitting in opposing relationship to the end portion of the hose. The end termination may be associated with the termination attachment. In some examples, the end termination is threaded, welded, integrally formed, integrally machined, or otherwise associated with the termination attachment.

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Номер записи: 30
21-01-2016 дата публикации

SUBSEA SYSTEM FOR MOUNTING A CABLE TO A PIPELINE

Номер: US20160018023A1
Автор: Larsson Roger
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A subsea system I provided for mounting a cable to a pipeline (), having a holding means () for holding the cable, where the system further comprises a track () around at least parts of the circumference of the pipeline (). The holding means () has a sledge element(), and the track () and the sledge element are slidably connected such that the sledge element may move along said track.

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Branch pipe tee with integral volume for short cars

Номер: US20160018038A1
Автор: Eric C. Wright
Принадлежит: New York Air Brake LLC

A branch pipe tee for a rail car having a length that is below standard. The branch pipe tee has a standard mount for connecting to the brake pipe and branch pipe as well as integral volume that compensates for the reduced brake pipe length of the rail car. The integral volume is dimensioned to make the effective brake pipe length of rail car fall within standard ranges so that the braking system of the rail car can perform normally and avoid the need for additional equipment to compensate for the length of the rail car.

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Номер записи: 32
18-01-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR COUPLING PIPES

Номер: US20180017192A1
Автор: BARUH Bradford G.
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A pipe coupling and a method of use are disclosed. The pipe coupling including an elongated housing including a first end and a second end, a stop located on an inner diameter of the housing, the stop located between the first end and the second ends of the housing, wherein a distance from the stop to one of the first and second ends is at least two times a distance from the stop to the other of the first and second end of the housing, and at least one marking on an outer surface of the housing adjacent to the first end of the elongated housing, the at least one marking extending towards the second end for a predetermined length. 1. A pipe coupling comprising:an elongated housing comprising a first end and a second end, the housing defining an elongated bore therein;a stop located on an inner diameter of the housing, the stop located between the first end and the second ends of the housing, wherein a distance from the stop to one of the first and second ends is at least two times a distance from the stop to the other of the first and second end of the housing;a first cylindrical bore extending from the first end to the stop;a second cylindrical bore extending from the second end to the stop, wherein a length of the first cylindrical bore is greater than the second cylindrical bore; andat least one marking on an outer surface of the housing adjacent to the first end of the elongated housing, the at least one marking extending towards the second end for a predetermined length.2. The pipe coupling according to claim 1 , comprising:a third cylindrical bore which is at an approximate 90 degree angle to the first cylindrical and second cylindrical bores, and a third end on the third cylindrical bore.3. The pipe coupling according to claim 1 , wherein the pipe coupling is made of PVC.4. The pipe coupling according to claim 1 , comprising:one or more breakaway or passable stops within the first cylindrical bore and/or the third cylindrical bore.5. The pipe coupling ...

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Номер записи: 33
21-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION WELDING OF FLUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20210016514A1
Автор: HOOBERMAN Gideon, STEINER Paul, YOGEV Ilan
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Installation fittings for use with induction weldable pipe connectors for assembling multi-layer pipe fluid distribution systems. Induction welding pipe connectors including a major central pipe connector section and a minor lateral pipe connector section pair having reduced thickness relative to the major central pipe connector section. Induction welding pipe connectors with integral solder flow barrier for assembling fluid distribution systems. Electromagnetic induction coil reverse action pliers for use with induction weldable pipe connectors for assembling fluid distribution systems. 1. An installation fitting for use with an induction weldable pipe connector and a multi-layer pipe for forming a welded sealed joint connecting the installation fitting and the multi-layer pipe ,the induction weldable pipe connector including i) an induction weldable pipe socket pair having a first induction weldable pipe socket and a second induction weldable pipe socket, ii) an internal thermoplastic solder lining having a central inward directed stop, and iii) a solid metal susceptor sleeve entirely peripherally enveloping the internal thermoplastic solder lining,the multi-layer pipe including i) a multi-layer construction having an external plastic layer, an aluminum core layer, an internal plastic layer, and ii) an exposed annular pipe end face having an annular aluminum core end face,the installation fitting comprising a tubular plastic pipe end having a pipe end centerline and an exposed external peripheral plastic surface co-directional with said pipe end centerline,said pipe end having a shoulder converging to a tubular pipe tang having at least two O rings,the arrangement being that said pipe end stops against the central inward directed stop on forced sliding insertion into the first induction weldable pipe socket and the multi-layer pipe stops against the central inward directed stop on forced sliding insertion into the second induction weldable pipe socket thereby ...

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Номер записи: 34
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Method for forming pressure-testable field joint between pre-insulated pipe sections, and piping system with pressure-testable field joint

Номер: US20180017463A1
Автор: Lawrence Joseph Stonitsch
Принадлежит: Individual

A method for forming a field joint between pipe sections is provided, preferably for pre-insulated pipe sections containing a carrier pipe surrounded by insulation and an outer jacket. The carrier pipes are joined, and an air tube is positioned so that its first end is within the joint area, and its second end extends beyond the joint area. A sleeve is sealed over the joint area, joining the jackets, with the sleeve positioned to cover the first end but not the second end of the tube. Air is injected into the tube to pressurize the cavity within the jacket, and the tube bore is sealed to allow air pressure testing. If the testing shows no loss of air pressure, the bore of the tube is sealed permanently to complete the seal on the field joint. Also provided is a piping system having a field joint formed by this method.

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Номер записи: 35
17-01-2019 дата публикации

BALKING TAB TO CONTROL DUCT COUPLING CLOCKING

Номер: US20190017638A1
Автор: II Richard Charles, Smith William, Winkler
Принадлежит: Rohr, Inc.

A duct arrangement may comprise a duct extending along a centerline axis, a flange coupled to an end of the duct, and a balking feature coupled to a distal surface of the duct and extending axially towards the flange, wherein the balking feature is configured to align a clamp with the flange. 1. A duct arrangement , comprising:a duct extending along a centerline axis;a flange coupled to an end of the duct; anda balking feature coupled to a distal surface of the duct and extending axially towards the flange, wherein the balking feature is configured to align a clamp with the flange.2. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature physically interferes with the clamp in response to the clamp being misaligned with the flange.3. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , further comprising a doubler patch coupled between the distal surface of the duct and the balking feature.4. The duct arrangement of claim 3 , wherein the doubler patch is welded to the distal surface of the duct and the balking feature is welded to the doubler patch.5. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature is welded to the distal surface of the duct.6. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature comprises a piece of sheet metal.7. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature is flexible in a radial direction.8. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature is flexible in a circumferential direction.9. The duct arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the balking feature is tapered.10. A duct arrangement claim 1 , comprising:a first duct comprising a first flange;a second duct comprising a second flange;a clamp surrounding the first flange and the second flange, wherein the clamp comprises a first segment and a second segment;a balking feature coupled to the first duct and extending into a gap between the first segment and the second segment, wherein the balking feature prevents the clamp from being installed over the first flange ...

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Номер записи: 36
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Color Coding System for PVC Pipes and Couplings

Номер: US20170018209A1
Автор: JR. James W., Walley
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A system of visual and non-visual marks for PVC pipes and couplings which allows users to group PVC pipes and couplings by type, size, and composition with a series of colors, shapes, swirls, patterns. The series of colors, shapes, swirls, patterns are applied to the PVC pipes and couplings by etching, painting, applying stickers, and or molding into the PVC itself. The non-visual mark utilize the magnetic and radio reflective nature of the marks to allow remote identification of the plumbing pipes and couplings after being buried. 2. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , further comprising:an array of colored marks located on the outer surface;wherein the array of colored marks are visible from all sides of the plumbing article.3. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least a second colored mark located proximate to the first colored mark;wherein the first colored mark and the at least second colored mark are the same color.4. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein the first colored mark has a shape selectively chosen at least on the diameter of the plumbing article.5. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein the plumbing article is a pipe; andwherein the first colored mark is a stripe along the length of the pipe.6. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein the non-visual mark is a pair of magnetically reflective marks.7. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein the plumbing article is a fitting; andwherein the first colored mark is ring shaped around the fitting and is located proximate an end of the fitting.8. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein the non-visual mark is a RFID tag.9. The plumbing article according to claim 1 , wherein a distance between the pair of magnetically reflective marks is specifically chosen based upon the diameter of the plumbing article.10. A system for color coding pipes and couplings comprising:a detector; an end;', 'a first inner diameter ...

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Номер записи: 37
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Method for the Rehabilitation of a Pipeline, Application Device and Read-out Device

Номер: US20180018485A1
Автор: Bichler Andreas, Hagenberg Hendrik Willem
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An application device for applying information to a hardened lining element with at least one application apparatus, and a read-out device for reading out information applied to a lining element with at least one read-out apparatus. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. An application device for applying information to a hardened lining element with at least one application apparatus.13. The application device according to claim 12 , characterized in that the application apparatus is configured as a laser claim 12 , laser printer and/or inkjet printer.14. An application device for applying information to a hardened lining element with a transmission unit which applies or transmits an evaluation protocol via radio to a storage medium connected to the lining element.15. An application device for applying information to a hardened lining element with a storage medium attaching device for attaching a storage medium to the hardened lining element.16. The application device according to claim 12 , wherein the application device has a travel unit.17. The application device according to claim 14 , wherein the application device has a travel unit.18. The application device according to claim 15 , wherein the application device has a travel unit.19. The application device according to claim 12 , wherein the application device is provided with a camera for orientation purposes.20. The application device according to claim 14 , wherein the application device is provided with a camera for orientation purposes.21. The application device according to claim 15 , wherein the application device is provided with a camera for orientation purposes.22. A read-out device for reading out information applied to a lining element with at least one read-out apparatus.23. The read-out device according to claim 22 , wherein the read-out apparatus is configured as one or more of a ...

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Номер записи: 38
21-01-2021 дата публикации

CONNECTING DEVICE FOR MEDIA LINES

Номер: US20210018128A1
Автор: Brombach Michael, Engelhard Frank, Hagen Harald, Hasberg Markus, HATOUM Ihab, Heß Jochem-Andreas, Klehr Adrian, ROSOWSKI Evelin, WASCHKEWITZ Markus
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A connecting device for media lines including a coupling element, an insert part and a fastening element. The coupling element has a connection opening and a fluid channel; the insert part can be inserted into the connection opening; and the insert part can be fastened to the coupling element by the fastening element. The fastening element also has at least one control surface. When the insert part is inserted into the connection opening under the action of an installation force, the insert part acts upon the control surface in such a way that the fastening element is moved against a restoring force. If the installation force is sufficient, the insert part slides past the control surface and the fastening element interlockingly locks the insertion part. If the installation force is not sufficient, the fastening element presses the insert part back out of the connection opening. 1. A connecting device for media lines , with at least one coupling element , at least one insertion part and at least one attachment element , wherein the coupling element features at least one connection opening and at least one fluid channel , wherein the insertion part can be inserted at least partly into the connection opening , and wherein the insertion part with the attachment element can be secured to the coupling element , wherein the attachment element is movably held against the coupling element , that the attachment element features at least one control surface , that upon insertion of the insertion part into the connection opening under the effect of an assembly force , the insertion part acts upon the control surface such that the attachment element is moved from a starting position opposite a restoring force , that the restoring force is effected by an at least partial elastic deformation of the attachment element , and that with sufficient assembly force , the insertion part slides past the control surface so that the attachment element is moved back into the starting position ...

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Номер записи: 39
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Pipeline leak detection

Номер: US20200018662A1
Автор: Hussain M. Al-Qahtani, Mowaffak T. Midani, Muhammad A. Hawwa, Mukassir AHMED, Yousef Ali SENAN
Принадлежит: KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM AND MINERALS, Pipeline Technologies & Services Dba Pipetech LLC

To detect a leak in a pipe carrying a fluid, an elastic membrane circumferentially surrounds the pipe. A sensing device detects an expansion state of the membrane and a signaling device indicates the presence of the leak based on the expansion state of the membrane.

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Номер записи: 40
22-01-2015 дата публикации

DETACHABLE PLUG CONNECTION

Номер: US20150021902A1
Автор: Kury Werner
Принадлежит: NEOPERL GMBH

A detachable plug connection including a tubular insert part having a retaining projection on its outer circumference, a sleeve-shaped receiving part, and a connecting element connected to the receiving part with an inwardly directed, upwardly pivotable retaining edge that engages behind the retaining projection after pushing in the insert piece. A sleeve-shaped locking element surrounds the connecting element in a sliding manner and can be displaced between a release position, in which the axial sliding movement is transformed into an opening movement of the retaining edge(s) oriented transversally thereto, and a locking position, in which it surrounds the connecting element preventing upward bending in the region of the retaining edge(s) and the connecting element projects above the locking element, in an intermediate or coupling position of the locking element such that the retaining edge(s) can be bent upwards when the retaining projection on the insert piece is pushed in. 112345467328588556758675886732. A detachable plug connection () comprising a tubular insert part () which carries at least one retaining projection () on an outside circumference thereof , a sleeve-shaped receiving part () , an interior of which receive the tubular insert piece and a connecting element () connected to the receiving part () on which at least one inwardly directed , upwardly bendable or pivotable retaining edge ( , ) is held , said retaining edge engages behind the retaining projection () upon pushing in of the insert part () , a locking element () that engages around the connecting element () displaceably such that the locking element () is displaceable between a release position and a locking position , in said locking position the locking element () engages around the connecting element () such that a bending or pivoting up of the connecting element () in a region of the retaining edge(s) ( , ) is prevented , wherein the locking element is sleeve-shaped and engages around the ...

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Номер записи: 41
28-01-2016 дата публикации

Sterile Connection/Disconnection Coupling And Method

Номер: US20160022979A1
Автор: CIECIUCH John, Langlois Robert, MULDOON Joseph, VIGNA James
Принадлежит:

Fluid transfer device and method that allows for sterile wet connections, allows the connection to be reversed, and allows the connection to be reconnected, while leaving the connectors sterile and reusable under pressure. In certain embodiments, the device includes a first member and a second member, the latter adapted to receive the former in locking engagement upon actuation of the device to create fluid communication between the two in a sterile manner. Each of the members include a door that when opened, allows the first member to be linearly displaced into the second member to allow fluid to be transferred. When fluid transfer is complete, the first member can be retracted from the second member, and the doors closed. 1. A fluid transfer device comprising:a first member, comprising a first body member having a first valve port, a first door actuatable between a first valve port open position and a first valve port closed position, and a first valve member;a second member, comprising a second body member having a second valve port, a second door actuatable between a second valve port open position and a second valve port closed position, and a second valve member;said first member and said second member being engageable and lockable to actuate said first door to said first valve port open position and said second door to said second valve open position, thereby creating fluid communication between said first and second members.2. The fluid transfer device of claim 1 , wherein when said first and second doors are in the open positions claim 1 , said first valve member is displaceable into said second valve member.3. The fluid transfer device of claim 1 , wherein said first member comprises a pocket for said first door when said first door is in said first valve port open position.4. The fluid transfer device of claim 1 , wherein said second member comprises a pocket for said second door when said second door is in said second valve port open position.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 42
28-01-2016 дата публикации

DRILL STRING COMPONENTS HAVING MULTIPLE-THREAD JOINTS

Номер: US20160024856A1
Автор: Drenth Christopher L.
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Drill string components having a plurality of threads extending around a body. A first end of body can define first and second cylindrical shoulders that are spaced apart relative to a central axis of the body, and at least two threads can extend between the first and second cylindrical shoulders. The first and second cylindrical shoulders have respective cylindrical inner and outer surfaces. Optionally, each thread can have a thread root, a thread crest, and a pressure flank surface extending radially from the thread root to the thread crest and defining a pressure flank angle relative to a plane perpendicular to the central axis. Optionally, the thread crest of at least one thread can circumscribe a frusta-conical surface extending over at least a portion of the axial length of the plurality of helical turns of the thread. 1. A threaded drill string component , comprising:a hollow body having an outer surface, an inner surface, first end, an opposing second end, an intermediate body portion positioned between the first and second ends, and a central axis extending through the hollow body; anda first plurality of threads positioned on the first end of the hollow body,wherein the first end of the hollow body defines first and second cylindrical shoulders that are spaced apart relative to the central axis of the hollow body, wherein the first and second cylindrical shoulders have respective cylindrical inner and outer surfaces, andwherein each thread of the first end of the hollow body comprises a plurality of helical turns extending along the first end of the hollow body between the first and second cylindrical shoulders of the first end of the hollow body.2. The threaded drill string component of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of threads are positioned on the outer surface of the first end of the hollow body between the cylindrical outer surfaces of the first and second cylindrical shoulders.3. The threaded drill string component of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 43
25-01-2018 дата публикации

CLAMSHELL COUPLING

Номер: US20180023736A1
Автор: Brown Glenn
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A coupling configured with at least one fastener for compressing and also opening the coupling. The fastener may be at least one jack screw. 1. A coupling , comprising:a first coupling section; anda first fastener,wherein the first fastener is configured to compress the coupling, andwherein the first fastener is configured to open the coupling.2. The coupling of claim 1 , further comprising:a second coupling section,wherein the first coupling section and the second coupling section are fastened together in at least one position in order to couple.3. The coupling of claim 1 , further comprising:a second fastener.4. The coupling of claim 2 , further comprising:a second fastener.5. The coupling of claim 1 , further comprising:a hinge.6. The coupling of claim 2 , further comprising:a hinge. The present disclosure relates to a mechanical coupling, and in particular, a clamshell coupling configured to open and close mechanically.The present invention relates to couplings for attaching various mechanical devices, such as hoses, manifolds, and similar connections. More particularly, the present invention pertains to a coupling that includes at least one fastener configured to open the coupling.Previously, conventional compression couplings were configured only to connect two or more separate devices (e.g., hose, manifold, etc.) together. The compression coupling came in at least two parts which fit around the connection areas (e.g., shaft, neck, etc.) of the two devices being coupled. On many applications such as industrial applications and cryogenic applications, the prior art compression couplings effectively coupled; however, they often become seized together with the devices they coupled.The present invention, as described herein, addresses the problems described above and other problems of prior art systems and methods which will become apparent to one skilled in the art from the description below. Generally, the present invention provides a coupling that includes at ...

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Номер записи: 44
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Device For Connecting Two Tubular Objects

Номер: US20220042637A1
Автор: Schindler René, Senftleben Stephan
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A device for connecting two tubular objects has a connection piece housing and a sleeve-like element. The connection piece housing having a sleeve portion with an insertion opening and with at least one radially continuous cut-out. The sleeve-like element being complementary to the insertion opening for insertion into the insertion opening. The sleeve portion having at least one first engagement element and the sleeve-like element having at least one second engagement element, which mutually correspond in order to lock the sleeve-like element in the sleeve portion and which can be moved from an open relative position into a locked relative position. 1. A device for connecting two tubular objects , the device having a connection piece housing and a sleeve-like element , wherein the connection piece housing has a sleeve portion with an insertion opening and with at least one radially continuous cut-out , wherein the sleeve-like element is complementary to the insertion opening for insertion into said insertion opening , wherein the sleeve portion has at least one first engagement element and said sleeve-like element has at least one second engagement element , which mutually correspond in order to lock the sleeve-like element in the sleeve portion and which can be moved from an open relative position into a locked relative position , wherein the sleeve-like element has a display element that: extends radially outwards from the sleeve-like element; in the open relative position projects through the at least one radial cut-out; and in the locked relative position is moved radially inwardly and is completely covered by a component disposed in the at least one radial cut-out.2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the component is a projection that projects in the peripheral direction into the at least one radial cut-out of the connection piece housing.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connection piece housing has outer ramp surfaces on an outer ...

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Номер записи: 45
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PRESS FITTING FOR PIPES HAVING A CHECK RING

Номер: US20190024827A1
Автор: Hullegien Andreas Hubertus, Ruissen Johannes
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A press fitting for pipes includes a socket with an insert opening for a pipe end. An annular groove-shaped space present in a press wall part of a press region is delimited by a limitation edge. A gripping ring is placed in the groove-shaped space. The press region is deformable from a non-compressed state a compressed state by a radially inward directed pressing action causing the press wall part to radially compress and the gripping ring to grip the pipe end. A check ring is provided which has one or more break segments and a coupling part. The break segments can be forced to break free by the pressing action, while the coupling part then comes to lie visible at least partly in between the limitation edge and the pipe end. 1. A press fitting for pipes , comprising:a socket with an insertion space with an insert opening for having a pipe end inserted therein, the insertion space having a press region which is delimited by a substantially cylindrical press wall part;an annular groove-shaped space present in the press wall part, which annular groove-shaped space towards the insert opening is delimited by a radially inwardly projecting limitation edge of the press wall part; anda gripping ring placed in the annular groove-shaped space;wherein the press region is deformable from a non-compressed state towards a compressed state by a radially inward directed pressing action causing the press wall part to radially compress and the gripping ring to grip an inserted pipe end,wherein a check ring is provided at the side of the insert opening, which check ring comprises one or more break segments and a coupling part which lies at least partly in between the limitation edge and the inserted pipe end, andwherein the one or more break segments are connected to the coupling part by means of one or more separation parts such that the one or more break segments are forced to break free along those one or more separation parts from the coupling part by said pressing action, while ...

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Номер записи: 46
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PIPE JOINT MADE OF SYNTHETIC RESIN

Номер: US20190024836A1
Автор: FUJII Makoto, IIDA Toshihide
Принадлежит: NIPPON PILLAR PACKING CO., LTD.

A pipe joint, made of synthetic resin, including: an inner ring; a joint body having an annular sealing groove and a male screw portion formed on an outer circumference; a union nut having a female screw portion formed on an inner circumference to be tightened onto the male screw portion of the joint body, such that a first opposing surface is formed in the joint body to be perpendicular to an axial direction, and a second opposing surface is formed in the union nut to oppose the first opposing surface. An engagement projection is provided in one of the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface. An engagement recess is provided in the other of the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface such that the engagement projection engages with the engagement recess when the union nut has been tightened up to an appropriate position. 1. A pipe joint made of synthetic resin , the pipe joint comprising:an inner ring having a protrusion formed on an outer circumference at one end portion in an axial direction, the protrusion being pressed into a leading end portion of a tube made of synthetic resin;a joint body made of synthetic resin, the joint body having, on an inner circumferential side, an annular sealing groove into which the other end portion, of the inner ring, in the axial direction is pressed in a state where the protrusion is pressed into the leading end portion of the tube, the joint body having a male screw portion formed on an outer circumference thereof; anda union nut made of synthetic resin, the union nut having, on an inner circumference thereof, a female screw portion to be tightened onto the male screw portion of the joint body in a state where the other end portion, of the inner ring, in the axial direction is pressed into the sealing groove, wherein:a first opposing surface is formed in the joint body so as to be perpendicular to the axial direction,a second opposing surface is formed in the union nut so as to oppose the first ...

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Номер записи: 47
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PROCESSES FOR PREPARING, FORMING AND ASSEMBLING PIPE SECTIONS IN A PIPELINE USING MECHANICAL PRESS FIT PIPE JOINTS

Номер: US20190025772A1
Автор: Vincent Darrell L., Vincent Larry W.
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A process for assembling a pipeline from pipe sections connected together using mechanical press-fit joints using mechanical press-fit pipe joints that are fully measured and documented during both manufacturing and assembly. Installed pipelines include pipeline data monitoring systems coupled to a pipeline data management center for receiving, archiving, and analysis of the data records to aid in administration operation and management, and troubleshooting of pipelines. 1. A process for assembling a pipeline from pipe sections connected together using mechanical press-fit pipe joints , comprising the steps of:operating a hydraulically powered assembly machine equipped with a hydraulic pressure sensor and a displacement length sensor to assemble the pipe sections via the mechanical press-fit pipe joints to form the pipeline;monitoring hydraulic pressure P and displacement length L data, provided by the respective sensors installed on the assembly machine, during the operation of the assembly machine and storing the data in a database coupled to a process monitoring computer;installing a pipeline data monitoring bus on the assembled pipeline;installing pipeline sensor circuit modules and connect them to the pipeline data monitoring bus, thereby forming a pipeline data monitoring system; andtesting the completed pipeline data monitoring system for integrity and operation.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the step of operating comprises the step of:setting initial datum values of the hydraulic pressure P and the displacement length L and controlling operation of the assembly machine manually, or automatically according to program control.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring comprises the steps of:converting the P and L data to graphical form in a process monitoring computer coupled to the respective sensors; andplotting the graphical P and L data on a display coupled to the process monitoring computer.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the step ...

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Номер записи: 48
23-01-2020 дата публикации

JOINT RESTRAINT DEVICE

Номер: US20200025321A1
Автор: Furcoiu Aurelian Ioan
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A mechanical joint includes a piping element, the piping element comprising an element flange, the piping element defining a socket extending inwards from the element flange; a pipe length, the pipe length extending through the element flange into the socket, the pipe length defining an outer pipe surface; and a gland, the pipe length extending through the gland, the gland comprising a joint restraint assembly, the joint restraint assembly comprising: a restraint base, the restraint base defining a restraint pocket; and a gripper disposed within the restraint pocket, the gripper configured to rotate in the restraint pocket, the gripper further configured to engage the outer pipe surface to prevent removal of the pipe length from the socket, wherein the joint restraint assembly is selectably configurable from a prepared position to an activated position. 1. A mechanical joint comprising:a piping element, the piping element comprising an element flange, the piping element defining a socket extending inwards from the element flange;a pipe length, the pipe length extending through the element flange into the socket, the pipe length defining an outer pipe surface; and a restraint base, the restraint base defining a restraint pocket; and', 'a gripper disposed within the restraint pocket, the gripper configured to rotate in the restraint pocket, the gripper further configured to engage the outer pipe surface to prevent removal of the pipe length from the socket,', 'wherein the joint restraint assembly is selectably configurable from a prepared position to an activated position., 'a gland, the pipe length extending through the gland, the gland comprising a joint restraint assembly, the joint restraint assembly comprising2. The mechanical joint of claim 1 , wherein arrangement of the joint restraint assembly from the prepared position to the activated position is selectable by hand.3. The mechanical joint of claim 1 , further comprisingan annular ring, the annular ring ...

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Номер записи: 49
23-01-2020 дата публикации

CHECKING TOOL FOR TUBE COUPLER

Номер: US20200025322A1
Автор: IWATA Hiroki, OBA Naoyuki, OGAWA Katsumi, YAMAMOTO Akihiro
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The present invention provides a checking tool for a tube coupler with which it is possible to visually check an attachment state of the tube coupler. A checking tool 10 for a tube coupler according to the present invention is a checking tool configured to be attached to a tube coupler 30, the tube coupler being formed of a first coupling piece 31 and a second coupling piece 35 hingedly connected to each other so as to be able to be opened and closed, being configured to couple tubes to each other with use of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece, and having hook pieces 33 and 37 that are provided protruding from outer circumferential surfaces of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece. The checking tool includes a pair of longitudinal frames 11 that conform to an outer circumferential surface of the tube coupler, a first lateral frame 12 that connects end portions at one end of the pair of longitudinal frames to each other, a second lateral frame 16 that connects end portions at the other end of the pair of longitudinal frames to each other, a first claw piece 13 that is provided protruding from the first lateral frame toward the second lateral frame, and a second claw piece 17 that is provided protruding from the second lateral frame toward the first lateral frame. 1. A checking tool for a tube coupler ,the checking tool being configured to be attached to a tube coupler, the tube coupler being formed of a first coupling piece and a second coupling piece hingedly connected to each other so as to be able to be opened and closed, being configured to couple tubes to each other with use of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece, and having hook pieces that are provided protruding from outer circumferential surfaces of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece, the checking tool comprising:a pair of longitudinal frames that conform to an outer circumferential surface of the tube coupler;a first lateral frame ...

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Номер записи: 50
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Aseptic Coupling Devices

Номер: US20150028586A1
Автор: Gerst Patrick Thomas, Williams Randall Scott
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An aseptic coupling device includes: a main body defining a front face; a membrane coupled to the front face, the membrane including a first portion coupled to the front face and a second portion folded over on the first portion; and a low friction member positioned between the first and second portions of the membrane. 1. An aseptic coupling device , comprising:a main body defining a front face;a membrane coupled to the front face, the membrane including a first portion coupled to the front face and a second portion folded over on the first portion; anda low friction member positioned between the first and second portions of the membrane.2. The aseptic coupling device of claim 1 , wherein the low friction member is coupled to the second portion.3. The aseptic coupling device of claim 2 , wherein the low friction member defines an aperture therethrough.4. The aseptic coupling device of claim 3 , wherein the aperture is positioned to allow sterilization of the aseptic coupling device therethrough.5. The aseptic coupling device of claim 4 , wherein the low friction member is made of polytetrafluoroethylene.6. The aseptic coupling device of claim 1 , wherein the low friction member defines an aperture therethrough.7. The aseptic coupling device of claim 6 , wherein the aperture is positioned to allow sterilization of the aseptic coupling device therethrough.8. A membrane for an aseptic coupling device claim 6 , the membrane comprising:a first portion configured to be coupled to a front face of the aseptic coupling device;a second portion folded over on the first portion; anda low friction member positioned between the first and second portions of the membrane.9. The membrane of claim 8 , wherein the low friction member is coupled to the second portion.10. The membrane of claim 9 , wherein the low friction member defines an aperture therethrough.11. The membrane of claim 10 , wherein the aperture is positioned to allow sterilization of the aseptic coupling device ...

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Номер записи: 51
28-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING QUICK CONNECTOR SECUREMENT IN VEHICLE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS SYSTEMS

Номер: US20210025355A1
Автор: Barilovich Gregory, Dudar Aed M., LUCKA Kevin
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A quick connect fitting for coupling a first component of an evaporative emissions system of a vehicle to a second component of the evaporative emissions system is provided. In one example, the quick connect fitting includes an indicator section that includes a color-changing material that changes color based on an extent of deformation of the color-changing material, where secure coupling of the first component to the second component is dependent on the extent of deformation. In this way, it may be readily determined as to whether a particular quick connect fitting is securely connected, which may improve engine operation, reduce undesired emissions, and reduce warranty rates. 1. A quick connect fitting for coupling a first component of an evaporative emissions system of a vehicle to a second component of the evaporative emissions system , the quick connect fitting comprising:an indicator section that includes a color-changing material that changes color based on an extent of deformation of the color-changing material, where secure coupling of the first component to the second component is dependent on the extent of deformation.2. The quick connect fitting of claim 1 , where the quick connect fitting is a female quick connect fitting; andwherein the indicator section is viewable from a position external to the female quick connect fitting.3. The quick connect fitting of claim 1 , wherein the extent of deformation pertains to a length of the color changing material.4. The quick connect fitting of claim 1 , wherein the extent of deformation pertains to a degree of curvature of the color changing material.5. The quick connect fitting of claim 1 , wherein the color changing material is of a first color under conditions where the first component is not securely coupled to the second component; andwherein the color changing material is of a second color under conditions where the first component is securely coupled to the second component.6. The quick connect fitting of ...

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Номер записи: 52
17-02-2022 дата публикации

CONNECTION DEVICE FOR PIPES WITH LEAKAGE INDICATOR

Номер: US20220049804A1
Автор: Canpolat Kazim, Engelhard Frank, Hagen Harald, Klehr Adrian
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A connecting device for pipelines having a connecting body with a receiving opening for a pipeline with a line end to be inserted in an insertion direction and a retaining element seated within the receiving opening for securing of the inserted line end from being pulled out. Inside of the connecting body there is a sleeve-shaped release element disposed in an axially displaceable manner such that due to an action on the retaining element, the securing of the inserted pipeline can be terminated. The release element includes a ring part enclosed on the perimeter, and snap-in arms separated from each other by longitudinal slots that are formed thereon. On its outer perimeter the ring part can be sealed by an outer perimeter gasket against an interior perimeter wall of the connecting body, and at its interior perimeter in the region of its ring opening, it can be sealed by an interior perimeter gasket against the inserted pipeline. In the assembled state of the connecting device, in the interior perimeter region of the ring part of the release element, the outer perimeter gasket can be deformed from its sealing position such that between the outer perimeter gasket and the opposing, interior perimeter wall of the connecting body, at least one leakage gap is formed in the interior of the connecting device by an interior pressure of the pressurized medium flowing in the pipeline. The release element is a materially bonded two-component part composed of the ring part and the perimeter gaskets, wherein the perimeter gaskets is of a more elastic material than the ring part. 1. A connecting device for pipelines with a connecting body with a receiving opening for a pipeline with a line end to be inserted in an insertion direction and a retaining element seated inside the receiving opening for securing of the inserted line end against its withdrawal , wherein inside of the connecting body there is a sleeve-shaped release element seated in an axially displaceable manner such ...

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Номер записи: 53
31-01-2019 дата публикации

SUBSEA ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20190032455A1
Автор: BASTESEN Rolf, HANDE Olav, KARLSEN Morten Voldsund, ROSVOLD Marius
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A subsea arrangement including a base structure; a tubular member rotatably mounted to the base structure through an annular bearing, wherein a section of the envelop surface of the tubular member is covered by a layer of thermally insulating material; a ring-shaped insulating member of open cell polymer foam mounted to the tubular member, wherein an inner edge of the insulating member is in contact with the envelop surface of the tubular member and the insulating member protrudes radially from the tubular member. The insulating member is positioned between an inner edge of the layer and the annular bearing with a first lateral surface of the insulating member in sliding contact with the inner edge of the layer and with an opposite second lateral surface of the insulating member in contact with a part of the annular bearing. 1. A subsea arrangement comprising:a base structure; anda tubular member which is rotatably mounted to the base structure through an annular bearing, wherein a section of the envelop surface of the tubular member is covered by a layer of thermally insulating material in order to thermally insulate this section of the tubular member from ambient sea water, this layer having an inner edge facing the annular bearing,wherein the:ring-shaped insulating member of open cell polymer foam is mounted to the tubular member, wherein an inner edge of the insulating member is in contact with the envelop surface of the tubular member and wherein the insulating member protrudes radially from the tubular member; andthe insulating member is positioned between the inner edge of the layer and the annular bearing with a first lateral surface of the insulating member in sliding contact with the inner edge of the layer and with an opposite second lateral surface of the insulating member in contact with a part of the annular bearing.2. The subsea arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating member is slidably mounted to the tubular member.3. The subsea ...

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Номер записи: 54
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Double Cam Levers and Safety Lock for Cam Lock Fitting

Номер: US20190032830A1
Автор: Hartman Jeffrey, Williamson George L.
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A method and apparatus for an improved safety cam lock fitting having double cam levers having outer and inner portions so that when the outer cam levers are opened and the inner cam lever remain closed, the male and female portions of the cam lock fitting only slightly separate from each other allowing the operator to quickly reclose the cam lock fitting if the operator observes that the cam lock fitting still contains pressurized material. This is accomplished by providing a larger cam lobe on the outer cam lever and a smaller cam lobe on the inner cam lever so that when the smaller cam lobe is in a closed position and protrudes into a peripheral groove on the male portion the male and female ends have a small space therein between. Various configurations of the cam portions relative to each other are provided. Various lever locking assemblies may be used to prevent the cam levers from being inadvertently opened. 1. A cam lock fitting , comprising:a) a male and a female conduit, said male and female conduits adapted for being connected to each other, said male conduit having an end thereon and an external peripheral groove adjacent said end, said female conduit having an end thereon and an internal seal disposed therein adjacent said end, wherein said end of said male conduit contacts said seal of said female conduit thereby preventing leakage when said male and female conduits are connected to each other;b) a first and a second pair of cam members, each pair having first and second cam members, a pair of said cam members being pivotally disposed on opposite sides of said female conduit, each said cam member having a lever arm and a cam portion, wherein each said cam portion is adapted to pivot through an opening in a wall of said female conduit and into said external peripheral groove so as to removably join said male conduit to said female conduit, wherein each said cam member has a closed position when said male and female conduits are connected to each other ...

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Номер записи: 55
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Method For The Offshore Installation Of A Preheated Double-Walled Underwater Pipe For Transporting Fluids

Номер: US20200032926A1
Автор: CHOJNACKI Vincent, COCAULT-DUVERGER Vincent, JARDIN Antoine
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A method of installing at sea a double-walled preheated undersea pipe for transporting fluids, wherein for each new pipe section to be assembled to a pipe that is already installed at sea: the method involves preheating the inner wall unit element inside the outer wall unit element of the new pipe section; assembling the inner wall unit elements of the new pipe section to the inner wall of the pipe that is already installed at sea; assembling the outer wall unit element of the new pipe section to the outer wall of the pipe that is already installed at sea; lowering the new pipe section into the sea; and repeating the above for other new pipe sections to be assembled so as to prestress the pipe while it is being installed at sea. 1. A method of installing at sea a double-walled preheated undersea pipe for transporting fluids , said pipe comprising a plurality of pipe sections assembled together at sea successively one after another , each pipe section being obtained by assembling together on land at least two inner wall unit elements for receiving the fluid that is to be transported and at least two outer wall unit elements that are assembled coaxially around the inner wall unit elements , the outer wall unit elements being assembled around the inner wall unit elements without adding any mechanical connection element , the method comprising in succession , for each new pipe section that is to be assembled to the pipe already installed at sea , the method comprising:preheating the inner wall unit elements inside the outer wall unit elements of the new pipe section;assembling a free end of the inner wall unit elements of the new pipe section to the inner wall element of the pipe that is already installed at sea;assembling a free end of the outer wall unit elements of the new pipe section to the outer wall element of the pipe that is already installed at sea;lowering the new pipe section into the sea; andrepeating the above for other new pipe sections that are to be ...

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Номер записи: 56
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Seal apparatus

Номер: US20200032933A1
Автор: Hideharu Shimura, Kazuyuki Haraga, Mitsuharu SHIINA, Miyuki Takahashi, Yasuyuki Kunugiza, Yorichika TAKIZAWA
Принадлежит: Sanoh Industrial Co Ltd

A seal apparatus provides sufficient sealing and is compact and inexpensive. The seal apparatus includes a thread part screwed to the screw fastening part of a hollow component; a seal part that moves along an axis of the screw part and comes into pressure contact with the screw fastening part of the hollow component; a stopper part fixed to the screw part that restricts the movement of the seal part; a pressed part that moves the seal part into pressure contact with the screw fastening part; a spring disposed between the pressed part and the stopper part; and an accumulator formed between the stopper part and the seal part and into which a test fluid which is introduced into the hollow component for inspection flows.

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Номер записи: 57
30-01-2020 дата публикации

PIPE COUPLING

Номер: US20200032938A1
Автор: Berger Thomas J., Hennemann Thomas L.
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A pipe coupling for connecting adjacent pipes. The pipe coupling has a connection type at each end that may be male or female. A female end may have an interior surface defining a receiving chamber. An interior circumferential groove is formed in the interior surface in which a band is seated. A plurality of rigid fingers is extends from the band into the receiving chamber. The receiving chamber receives a male end of an adjacent pipe, the male end having an exterior surface. An exterior circumferential groove is defined on the exterior surface to receive the plurality of rigid fingers. A variety of connection types and combinations are disclosed. The female end may define a sight window to permit viewing of the position of a male end of an adjacent pipe. The receiving chamber may have a reduced diameter proximate to the middle of the coupling to improve sealing. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of coupling adjacent pipes , comprising:providing a first connection type on a first pipe or a first pipe coupling, the first connection type having a female end with an interior surface, a thickness, and a female leading edge terminating the female end of the first connection type, the interior surface of the female end defining a receiving chamber, wherein the female end defines a sight window comprising an opening extending through the thickness of the female end and configured to permit viewing within the receiving chamber; andproviding a second connection type on a second pipe or a second pipe coupling, the second connection type having a male end having a male leading edge and an exterior surface, the exterior surface having a circumference smaller in diameter than an inside diameter of the receiving chamber of the female end, wherein the male end exterior surface includes an indication that when viewed through the sight window indicates that the male end has been fully inserted into the female end.22. The method of claim 21 , further comprising:providing a band having a ...

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Номер записи: 58
30-01-2020 дата публикации

SAFETY SYSTEM FOR CAM LOCK COUPLINGS

Номер: US20200032940A1
Автор: CAUDELL Jeff
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A female coupling component for a cam and groove coupling, consisting of a chamber mounted to or built into the exterior of the female coupling component, containing a latching member to be used as a safety lock when used in conjunction with a male coupling component. The latching member will interlock with a radial groove on a male coupling component. To unlock the female coupling component, an intentional movement including pushing, twisting, and/or pulling, etc. of the latching member is applied such a way as to allow the male component to be inserted or removed. The female cam and groove coupling will work on any like-sized male coupling component (i.e., 3″ female to 3″ male) without any modifications necessary to the male coupling required. 1. A female coupling component for a cam and groove coupling joint , comprising:a female coupling component configured for use with a male coupling component, the female coupling component adapted to secure the male coupling component in close fitting engagement by a plurality of cam arms positioned on the female coupling half engaging a radial groove of the male coupling half, pivotally connected to the female coupling component; and', a first unlocked position wherein the male coupling half may be inserted and removed from the female coupling component and', 'a second locked position wherein the male coupling half may be secured in close fitting engagement with the female coupling component;, 'being pivotable between'}], 'each cam arm being'}a latching member built into or affixed to the coupling component that is movable between a latched position wherein the latching member may be positioned within the radial groove of a male coupling half within the female coupling half, and an unlatched position in which the latching member is not within the radial groove,2. The female coupling component for a cam and groove coupling joint of claim 1 , wherein the latching membermust be purposefully moved using a twisting, pushing, or ...

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Номер записи: 59
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Fluid transfer connector

Номер: US20200032947A1
Автор: Masahiro Hasunuma
Принадлежит: Surpass Industry Co Ltd

A liquid transfer connector according to the present disclosure is provided with a plug having a plug body in which a fluid channel is formed, a socket having a socket body in which a fluid channel communicating with the fluid channel is formed when the plug is connected, a plug body housing part provided in the socket body, that receives and houses a distal end of the plug body inserted therein at a time of connection, an O-ring provided in the plug body housing part, that seals an outer periphery of the plug body inserted in the socket body and a cleaning liquid supply hole that supplies a cleaning liquid into the plug body housing part at a position opposite to the distal end of the plug body with respect to the O-ring.

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Номер записи: 60
31-01-2019 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR PREPARING PIPE SECTIONS OF PIPELINE FOR MECHANICAL PRESS FIT PIPE JOINTS

Номер: US20190033795A1
Автор: Vincent Darrell L., Vincent Larry W.
Принадлежит:

Processes and systems for preparing sections of pipeline pipe for machine processing to form pin and box ends for assembly into pipelines using mechanical press-fit pipe joints. The prepared pipe sections are prepared to be fully measured and documented during both manufacturing and assembly. Installed pipelines include pipeline data monitoring systems coupled to a pipeline data management center for receiving, archiving, and analysis of the data records to aid in administration, operation and management, and troubleshooting of pipelines. 1. A process for preparing pipe sections for forming first and second ends of the pipe sections into pin and box configurations to enable formation of mechanical press-fit pipe joints in a pipeline , comprising the steps of:inspecting raw pipe sections for acceptance into pre-preparation processing;beveling, to a predetermined angle in an outward profile, an inside edge of one end of a pipe section to be formed with a pin end configuration;bypassing the previous step if the end of the pipe section is to be formed with a box end configuration;{'sub': 'o', 'cleaning the inner and outer surfaces of the first and second ends of the pipe section such that average surface roughness Rdoes not exceed 1 to 3 mil;'}applying a corrosion inhibitor to the cleaned inner and outer surfaces of the pipe section; andtransferring the prepared pipe section to a storage location or to an end-forming location.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the step of inspecting comprises the steps of:sorting raw pipe sections for suitability to form a pin end profile on one end of each pipe section;selecting the one end of each pipe section to be beveled; andrejecting a one end of a pipe section that cannot be beveled within a predetermined angle.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the step of beveling an inside edge of the one end of a pipe section to a predetermined angle in an outward profile comprises the step of:machining the inside edge of the one end of the ...

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Номер записи: 61
31-01-2019 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR FORMING AND ASSEMBLING PIPE SECTIONS USING MECHANICAL PRESS FIT PIPE JOINTS IN A PIPELINE

Номер: US20190033796A1
Автор: Vincent Darrell L., Vincent Larry W.
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Processes and systems for preparing pipe for machine processing to form pin and box ends for assembly into pipelines or to assemble pipe sections in pipelines using mechanical press-fit pipe joints in which hydraulic pressure and linear displacement parameters, respectively P and L, are fully measured and documented during both manufacturing and assembly. Installed pipelines include pipeline data monitoring systems coupled to a pipeline data management center for receiving, archiving, and analysis of the data records to aid in administration, operation and management, and troubleshooting of pipelines. 1. In a process for forming pipe section ends , or for field assembly of pipe sections in an oil and gas pipeline to be joined by mechanical press-fit joints , the process to be carried out on a swaging bench having a fixed stock at a first end configured with a clamp to secure therein a first end of a pipe section having respectively an unformed or formed end , and a movable stock slidingly supported on a second end of the bench , the movable stock coupled to a source of hydraulic pressure for sliding toward the fixed stock and configured with a clamp to secure a tooling die for forming an end of a pipe section or for securing a first formed end of a first pipe section for assembly to a corresponding second formed end of a second pipe section during field assembly of the pipeline , the improvement comprising the steps of:initializing first and second sensors including a first sensor coupled to the source of hydraulic pressure for measuring a hydraulic pressure P and a second sensor coupled between a fixed reference on the bench and the movable stock for measuring a displacement length L;configuring on a display screen operated by a processor a graph for plotting P=hydraulic pressure versus L=displacement length during real time while pipe section pin and box ends are being respectively formed or assembled;installing the tooling die in the movable stock of the swaging ...

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Номер записи: 62
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: 63
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Fire hose coupling with directional indicator

Номер: US20170036047A1
Автор: Robert Richardson
Принадлежит: Mercedes Textiles Ltd

A fire hose coupling comprises a body having a first end connected to a fire hose and a second end having either male or female threads or, alternatively, a quarter-turn sexless coupler. The fire hose coupling comprises a recessed portion formed in an outer surface of the body. The recessed portion is shaped to define a visuotactile directional indicator such as an arrow. The recessed portion may include a light-reflecting surface to enhance visibility such as a super reflective metal film, a photo luminescent coating, or a phosfluorescent coating. The recessed directional indicator may be formed in female, male or sexless (Storz) couplings.

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Номер записи: 64
09-02-2017 дата публикации

ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR POSITIONING AND ALIGNING TUBULAR SECTIONS

Номер: US20170036309A1
Автор: McClure Matthew
Принадлежит: Walhonde Tools, Inc.

An alignment tool for positioning and aligning the adjacent ends of pipes in optimum desired relation for joining the tubular sections by welding. The alignment tool comprises a first and second annularly shaped clamping rings and a plurality of swivel assemblies connecting and circumferentially spaced about the first and second clamping rings, wherein the swivel assemblies adjust the distance between the first and second clamping rings and adjust the first and second clamping rings transversely and axially with respect to each other. Each swivel assembly comprises a first swivel portion connected to the first clamping ring, a second swivel portion connected to the second clamping ring, and a threaded bolt extending through the first swivel portion and the second swivel portion. The first swivel portion comprises an axel alignment swivel including a longitudinal shaft with a first partial spherical portion at its center, wherein the first partial spherical portion is retained within a bore extending through the first clamping ring. The second swivel portion comprises a second partial spherical portion that is retained within a bore extending through the second clamping ring. 1. An alignment tool for positioning and aligning pipe ends comprising:a first and second annularly shaped clamping rings;a plurality of swivel assemblies connecting and circumferentially spaced about the first and second clamping rings and disposed substantially within the outer circumference of the first and second clamping rings;wherein the swivel assemblies adjust the distance between the first and second clamping rings and adjust the first and second clamping rings transversely and axially with respect to each other.2. The alignment tool of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of swivel assemblies comprises three swivel assemblies.3. The alignment tool of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second clamping rings comprises a first and a second semiannual segments each radially extending from ...

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Номер записи: 65
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Systems and methods for duct protection of a vehicle

Номер: US20150040994A1
Автор: Michael D. Gonzales
Принадлежит: Boeing Co

Methods and systems for duct protection of a vehicle are provided. The methods and systems provided include an apparatus for directing flow discharged from a facture in a duct. The apparatus includes a ballistic containment layer, an air containment layer substantially surrounding the ballistic containment layer, and a vent defined in the ballistic containment layer and the air containment layer. The vent is configured to direct a flow discharged from the duct fracture.

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Номер записи: 66
11-02-2016 дата публикации

QUICK CONNECTOR

Номер: US20160040813A1
Автор: HATANAKA Kazuki
Принадлежит:

Each detecting leg includes a detection portion provided on the end side of the detecting leg to protrude inward in the diametric direction, and contacting with an annular boss at an initial position, and a push-in inhibition portion provided in the detecting leg on the side of a base from the detection portion, locked in the push-in direction to a connector body in a state where the detecting leg does not bend to the inner side in the axial direction at the initial position, and put in such a state as being not locked in the push-in direction to the connector body in a state where the detecting leg bends to the inner side in the axial direction. 1. A quick connector comprising:a connector body into which a piped body having an annular boss can be inserted; anda retainer provided movably relative to the connector body from an initial position to a confirmation position by a push-in operation in a direction crossing an axial direction of the connector body, and the retainer locking in the axial direction to the annular boss at the confirmation position, a base;', 'paired locking legs provided at both ends of the base,, 'the retainer including 'paired detecting legs provided at both ends of the base and on an inner side in the axial direction from the paired locking legs, bending to the inner side in the axial direction by contact with the annular boss at the initial position, and allowing the retainer to move to the confirmation position in a state where the paired detecting legs bend,', 'allowing passing of the annular boss at the initial position, and locking in the axial direction to the annular boss at the confirmation position; and'} a detection portion provided on the end side of the detecting leg to protrude inward in a diametric direction, and contacting with the annular boss at the initial position; and', 'a push-in inhibition portion provided to the detecting leg on the side of the base from the detection portion, locked in a push-in direction to the ...

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Номер записи: 67
09-02-2017 дата публикации

FLUID CONNECTORS WITH CONNECTION STATE SENSING

Номер: US20170037991A1
Автор: CHANDLER Jake, Clifford Jason D., CLIFTON Jake G., DANIELSON Robert, Rankin William J.
Принадлежит:

Fluid connectors are described where one or more sensors are provided for sensing a connection state of the fluid connectors. The sensor(s) indicates that the fluid connector of the first fluid system is connected to the second fluid system prior to initiating fluid flow between the first and second fluid systems. The sensor(s) senses movements of one or more elements of the quick connect fluid connectors that are involved in the actual connection of the fluid connectors to the second fluid system. The elements that are sensed can be, for example, one or more cylindrical sleeves of the connector or a piston of the connector. Therefore, the connection state of the fluid connectors can be determined accurately. 1. A fluid connector that detachably connects to a fluid system , comprising:a magnet connected to a linearly movable part of the fluid connector that detachably connects the fluid connector to the fluid system so that the magnet is movable with the linearly movable part; andat least one sensor mounted on the fluid connector that senses movements of the magnet.2. The fluid connector of claim 1 , wherein the linearly movable part comprises a cylindrical sleeve of the fluid connector or a piston of the fluid connector.3. The fluid connector of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor is adjustably mounted to allow the position of the at least one sensor to be adjusted relative to the fluid connector.4. The fluid connector of claim 1 , wherein the magnet is adjustably mounted to allow the position of the magnet on the linearly movable part to be adjusted relative to the linearly movable part.5. The fluid connector of claim 1 , wherein the fluid connector includes an outer sleeve claim 1 , a main body at least partially in and surrounded by the outer sleeve claim 1 , a piston that is disposed at least partially within the main body claim 1 , a connection mechanism that surrounds the piston and that is disposed at least partially within the outer sleeve; and the ...

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Номер записи: 68
09-02-2017 дата публикации

FEEDBACK BULKHEAD CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170037992A1
Автор: Flynn William T., Gates Daniel, Parrish Thomas A.
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An exemplary bulkhead (A) connector assembly () includes a housing () having a first opening () and a second opening (). The assembly () may further include a collar () that has a portion received within one of the first and second openings. The collar () may be rotatable to a latched position to hold a conduit (B) within the housing (). Further, the assembly () may have a detent () holding the collar () in the latched position when the detent () is moved to a locked position. The detent () in the locked position may have an indicator surface () providing tactile feedback indicative of the detent () holding the collar () in the latched position. 1. A bulkhead connector assembly , comprising:a housing having a first opening and a second opening;a collar having a portion received within one of the first and second openings, and the collar is rotatable to a latched position and holds a conduit within the housing when the collar is disposed in the latched position; anda detent movable to a locked position and holding the collar in the latched position when the detent is moved to the locked position;wherein the detent in the locked position has an indicator surface providing at least a tactile feedback indicating that the detent is holding the collar in the latched position.2. The bulkhead connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein the collar is rotatable between the latched position and an unlatched position claim 1 , and the conduit is slidable through one of the first and second openings when the collar is disposed in the unlatched position.3. The bulkhead connector assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a retainer holding the collar within the housing when the collar is rotated to the latched position.4. The bulkhead connector assembly of claim 3 , wherein the retainer is at least one protrusion extending radially inward from an inner surface of the housing and cooperating with an outer surface of the collar to hold the collar in a fixed position along a longitudinal ...

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Номер записи: 69
08-02-2018 дата публикации

CONNECTING ARRANGEMENT FOR PIPES

Номер: US20180038525A1
Автор: KWAST Thorsten, MEHRING Markus
Принадлежит:

A connecting arrangement for connecting a pipeline to a connection piece of fuel or hydraulic systems is disclosed having a connecting element in the form of a union nut. A sealing head includes a sealing surface and a pressure surface and is provided at the end side of the pipeline. The union nut serves to press the sealing head by the sealing surface in a pressure-tight manner against a sealing seat formed in the connection piece. Leakage paths are provided at the rear side of the sealing head outside the sealing surface and the sealing seat. The leakage paths function as predetermined leakages and ensure that sealing outside the actual sealing region of the connecting arrangement is prevented. 1. A connecting arrangement for connecting a pipeline having an end to a connection piece of fuel or hydraulic systems , comprising:a connection element for connecting the pipeline to the connection piece,a sealing head disposed at the pipeline end, the sealing head having a sealing face and a pressure face, the sealing head under the influence of the connection element which acts at least indirectly on the pressure face abuts the sealing face in a pressure-tight manner with a sealing seat formed in the connection piece, andwherein at least one leakage path is provided in a region outside the sealing face and the sealing seat.2. The connecting arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one leakage path is formed by a recess in the connection element.3. The connecting arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one leakage path is formed by a recess in the pressure face of the sealing head.4. The connecting arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connection element is a union nut.5. The connecting arrangement as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the union nut has an internal pressure shoulder which extends in an inclined manner and abuts the pressure face of the sealing head claim 4 , wherein the leakage path is formed in the pressure shoulder.6 ...

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Номер записи: 70
08-02-2018 дата публикации

A PIPE COUPLING

Номер: US20180038536A1
Автор: Canning William Alexander, Irwin William James
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a pipe coupling comprising a tubular body having an open end, sealing means within the tubular body and pipe engaging means operable between a pipe clamping configuration in which an inserted pipe is clamped and a pipe release configuration in which an inserted pipe is not clamped and is releasable. A seal protector means is operable between a seal covered configuration in which the sealing means is at least partially covered and shielded from contact with an end of an inserted pipe, and a seal uncovered configuration in which the sealing means is uncovered and in contact with the inserted pipe. Moving means arranged within the tubular body is activated when a pipe is inserted a predetermined distance into the tubular body to move the seal protector means from the seal covered configuration to the seal uncovered configuration and the pipe engaging means from the pipe release configuration to the pipe clamping configuration. 1. A pipe coupling comprising:a tubular body having an open end,stop means disposed within the tubular body distal to the open end to stop a pipe when it is inserted into the tubular body,sealing means within the tubular body intermediate the stop means and the open end,pipe engaging means operable between a pipe clamping configuration in which an inserted pipe is clamped and a pipe release configuration in which an inserted pipe is not clamped and is releasable, anda seal protector means moveably mounted within the tubular body and operable between a seal covered configuration in which the sealing means is at least partially covered and shielded from contact with an end of an inserted pipe, and a seal uncovered configuration in which the sealing means is uncovered and in contact with the inserted pipe,characterised in that the pipe coupling further comprises moving means arranged within the tubular body, the moving means is activated when a pipe is inserted a predetermined distance into the tubular body to move the ...

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Номер записи: 71
18-02-2021 дата публикации

CONNECTORS FOR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20210045642A1
Автор: Karla Sean R., Lia Raymond A., Martin Scott A., Perkins Jeffrey J., Roberts Chris R., Vivenzio Robert L., Wawro Thaddeus J.
Принадлежит:

An adapter includes a substantially rigid body having a distal portion, a proximal portion, a central opening formed at least in part by an inner wall of the body, and a longitudinal axis extending substantially centrally through the opening. The distal portion includes an annular ring having a top surface and a ridge disposed opposite the top surface, the ridge extending substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The distal. The adapter also includes a seal configured to form a substantially fluid-tight seal with a surface of a fitting removably attachable to the adapter. 1. A blood pressure cuff adapter , comprising: [ the top surface of the ring extends from the inner wall, and', 'the groove comprises a substantially V-shaped profile, and, 'an annular ring having a top surface and a groove, the groove extending at least partly around the longitudinal axis and being configured to accept a corresponding member of a fitting when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter, wherein, 'a ridge disposed opposite the top surface; and, 'a body having a distal portion, a proximal portion, a substantially cylindrical inner wall forming a central opening of the body, the inner wall extending from the distal portion to the proximal portion, and a longitudinal axis extending substantially centrally through the opening, the distal portion includinga seal disposed adjacent to the inner wall, the seal configured to form a substantially fluid-tight seal with the fitting when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter.2. The blood pressure cuff adapter of claim 1 , wherein the groove includes a wall prohibiting 360 degree rotation of the fitting about the longitudinal axis when the fitting is removably attached to the adapter.3. The blood pressure cuff adapter of claim 1 , wherein the groove comprises a base claim 1 , a radially innermost sidewall extending from the top surface claim 1 , and a radially outermost sidewall opposite the radially innermost ...

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Номер записи: 72
24-02-2022 дата публикации

STERILE CONNECTOR

Номер: US20220057035A1
Автор: KIRCHMAIR Johannes
Принадлежит:

A sterile connector includes a first section of tubing with a first end portion to be connected to a second end portion of a second section of tubing and/or another counterpart to establish fluid communication. An axial protrusion extends away from the first end portion of the first section of tubing in an axial direction, and a separation layer closes off an inside of the section of tubing. The separation layer has a predetermined breaking site, and the axial protrusion is connected pivotally to the first end portion of the first section of tubing to pivot from a first position to a second position when engaged with a second axial protrusion and/or with the other counterpart and is coupled to the separation layer to exert a breaking force on the separation layer in the second position. 1. A sterile connector for tubing comprising:a section of tubing with an end portion to be connected to a further end portion of a further section of tubing and/or another counterpart in order to establish fluid communication,at least one axial protrusion extending away from the end portion of the section of tubing in an axial direction of the section of tubing, anda separation layer which closes off an inside of the section of tubing,wherein the separation layer comprises a predetermined breaking site and that the at least one axial protrusionis connected pivotally to the end portion of the section of tubing to pivot from a first position to a second position when engaged with a further axial protrusion on the further end portion of the further section of tubing and/or with the other counterpart andis coupled to the separation layer so as to exert a breaking force on the separation layer in the second position which breaking force is big enough to break the separation layer at the predetermined breaking site.2. The sterile connector according to claim 1 , wherein an elastic hinge is provided for the pivotal connection of the axial protrusion to the end portion of the section of ...

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Номер записи: 73
07-02-2019 дата публикации

FRACTURING MANIFOLD SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20190040707A1
Автор: Guidry Kirk P.
Принадлежит: Cameron International Corporation

A fracturing system is provided. In one embodiment, the fracturing system includes a fracturing manifold for routing fracturing fluid to multiple wells. The fracturing manifold can be coupled via fluid conduits to fracturing trees installed at the wells. In some cases, a fracturing tree is coupled to the fracturing manifold by a pair of goat heads in fluid communication with each other via at least one rigid fluid conduit. The fracturing manifold can include a trunk line that provides fracturing fluid to multiple outlet branches, which can include valves for controlling flow of fracturing fluid to wells downstream of the valves. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed. 1. A system comprising:a fracturing manifold;a plurality of fracturing trees;a plurality of fluid conduits coupled between the fracturing manifold and the plurality of fracturing trees to enable receipt of fracturing fluid by the plurality of fracturing trees from the fracturing manifold;a first goat head; anda second goat head;wherein a fracturing tree of the plurality of fracturing trees is coupled to the fracturing manifold via the first goat head, the second goat head, and at least one rigid fluid conduit of the plurality of fluid conduits, and wherein the first goat head and the second goat head are in fluid communication with each other via the at least one rigid fluid conduit.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the fracturing manifold includes:a shared trunk conduit for routing fracturing fluid to multiple fracturing trees of the plurality of fracturing trees; andoutlet branches for routing fracturing fluid from the shared trunk conduit to individual fracturing trees of the multiple fracturing trees.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the outlet branches of the fracturing manifold include valves to individually control flow of fracturing fluid from the shared trunk conduit to the multiple fracturing trees.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the outlet branches of the fracturing ...

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Номер записи: 74
18-02-2016 дата публикации

MULTI LUMEN CO-RADIAL PNEUMATIC CONNECTOR

Номер: US20160045365A1
Автор: Foster James, Hopkins Mark Alan
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A multi-lumen surgical utility connector is configured to receive two or more utilities from a surgical utility supplying device. The multi-lumen surgical utility connector may be connected to a utility port of the surgical utility supplying device which supplies two or more utilities. The multi-lumen surgical utility connector may include a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag which identifies the type or model of multi-lumen surgical utility connector. The surgical utility supplying device may determine the type and parameters of utilities to be supplied through the multi-lumen surgical utility connector based on information read from the RFID tag. 1. A surgical utility connector configured to connect a surgical implement to a surgical supplying device , the surgical utility connector comprising:a first connecting region;a first utility channel extending through a first step of the first connecting region; anda second utility channel extending through a second step of the first connecting region;wherein the first and second steps on the first connecting region are configured to mate with complementary receiving recesses on an opposing second connecting region to form a connection between the surgical implement and the surgical supplying device;wherein the second step protrudes further into the second connecting region than the first step when the first and second connecting regions are connected.2. The surgical utility connector of claim 1 ,wherein the first connecting region is configured to interface with a utility port of the surgical supplying device; andwherein the second connecting region is configured to interface with one or more utility tubes connecting to the surgical implement.3. The surgical utility connector of claim 1 , wherein the first step is a circular step and the second step is a circular step concentric with the first step.4. The surgical utility connector of claim 1 , wherein the first step comprises a first seal disposed on a side wall ...

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Номер записи: 75
07-02-2019 дата публикации

CONNECTOR

Номер: US20190040984A1
Автор: Nakashima Kazutoshi
Принадлежит: NICHIRIN CO., LTD.

A connector connectable to a pipe having an annular protrusion on an end portion outer circumference thereof includes a connector main body having, at an end thereof, a pipe insertion hole into which the pipe is inserted; a checker to be pushed in from a temporary stopping position with respect to the connector main body to a completely inserted position with respect to the connector main body; and a retainer disposed inside the connector main body, which is configured to restrict a movement of the checker from the temporary stopping position to the completely inserted position, before the pipe is inserted into the connector main body. The retainer has a retainer lock part in a lower end portion of the retainer. A retainer-locker, which locks the retainer lock part, is provided in a bottom portion on a pipe insertion hole side of the connector main body. 1. A connector connectable to a pipe having an annular protrusion on an end portion outer circumference thereof , the connector comprising:a connector main body having, at an end thereof, a pipe insertion hole into which the pipe is inserted;a checker to be pushed in from a temporary stopping position with respect to the connector main body to a completely inserted position with respect to the connector main body; anda retainer disposed inside the connector main body, which is configured to restrict a movement of the checker from the temporary stopping position to the completely inserted position, before the pipe is inserted into the connector main body,wherein the retainer has a retainer lock part in a lower end portion of the retainer,wherein a retainer-locker, which locks the retainer lock part, is provided in a bottom portion on a pipe insertion hole side of the connector main body, andwherein, by inserting the pipe into the connector main body from the pipe insertion hole, the retainer swings toward the pipe insertion hole side with the retainer lock part as a fulcrum, thus enabling the checker to be pushed in ...

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Номер записи: 76
15-02-2018 дата публикации

SAFETY SYSTEM

Номер: US20180045356A1
Автор: Sutton Ian Geoffrey, Thompson Alistair Nigel
Принадлежит: ANT HIRE SOLUTIONS LLP

There is disclosed a safety system for stoppers and bungs. In particular, there is disclosed a stopper safety system for stoppers () for pipes (). The stopper safety system includes a housing () configured for attachment to a stopper. The housing is adapted to hold a pressure sensor and a transmitter. The transmitter is positioned in the housing such that the transmitter abuts a first end of the stopper. The stopper safety system also includes a receiver () and a monitor (). The transmitter is configured to wirelessly transmit a measured pressure from the pressure sensor to the receiver () and the monitor () and the monitor is con figured to display the measured pressure. 1. A stopper safety system for a stopper to be installed in a pipeline via an opening in the pipeline , the stopper having a first end that is furthest away from the opening when installed and a second end that is closest to the opening when installed , the stopper safety system comprising:a housing configured to adhere to an external portion of the first or second end of the stopper, the housing adapted to hold a pressure sensor and a transmitter, the transmitter being positioned in the housing such that the transmitter abuts the respective end of the stopper;a receiver; anda monitor;wherein the transmitter is configured to wirelessly transmit a measured pressure reading from the pressure sensor to the receiver, and wherein the monitor is configured to display the measured pressure.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the receiver is configured to be lowered towards or into the opening so as to allow direct line of sight communication with the transmitter through the stopper.3. The system as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an antenna module connected to the receiver claim 1 , wherein the antenna module is configured to be lowered towards or into the opening so as to allow direct line of sight communication with the transmitter through the stopper claim 1 , the receiver being ...

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Номер записи: 77
03-03-2022 дата публикации

RFID/NFC ENABLED FITTINGS, SMART TORQUE TOOL SYSTEM, AND TORQUE SENSING FITTING

Номер: US20220063068A1
Автор: ARTMAN Diane M., GREEN Nathan L., PATCH Jason D., YU LE
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A smart torque system includes a fitting comprising a fitting body defining a fluid flow passage from a first end to a second end, and an electronically readable element that is configured to store information about the fitting including at least a torque requirement of the fitting; an electronic reading device that reads the torque requirement from the electronically readable element; and a torque tool that is programmable by the reading device to set a torque to be applied by the torque tool in accordance with the torque requirement. The electronically readable element may include an RFID or NFC storage device, or a patterned code element, that is read by a complementary reading device. The electronic reading device may be incorporated into the torque tool. In another aspect, a fitting includes a fitting body defining a fluid flow passage from a first end to a second end, and an integrated torque sensor. The integrated torque sensor includes an electronic sensor element; a push pin that is engageable with the electronic sensor element to close a circuit connected to the electronic sensor element; and a biasing element that is configured to actuate the pushpin. When the fitting is torqued in accordance with a torque requirement of the fitting, the biasing element actuates the push pin to engage with the electronic sensor element to close the circuit, and a stored data item within the electronic sensor element changes to indicate the fitting is torqued in accordance with the torque requirement. 1. A smart torque system comprising:a fitting comprising a fitting body defining a fluid flow passage from a first end to a second end, and an electronically readable element incorporated into the fitting that is configured to store information about the fitting including at least a torque requirement of the fitting; an electronic reading device that reads the torque requirement from the electronically readable element; anda torque tool that is programmable by the reading ...

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Номер записи: 78
03-03-2022 дата публикации

MECHANICALLY ACTUATED VALVE ASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20220064916A1
Автор: Chaudhry Raheel A., Ezell Michael C., Mitchell Michael C., Trant Troy
Принадлежит:

The disclosed technology includes a valve assembly having a valve, an actuating system, and a trigger. The trigger can be in mechanical communication with the actuating system and the actuating system can be in mechanical communication with the valve. The trigger can be positioned such that the trigger can interact with liquid resulting from a leak in a plumbing system, and upon interaction with liquid, the trigger can release the actuating system such that the actuating system can cause the valve to transition from an open position to a closed position. In the closed position, the valve can restrict the passage of liquid through the plumbing system such that the leak can be mitigated or stopped. 1. A valve assembly for detecting and mitigating a liquid leak , the valve assembly comprising:a valve having an open position and a closed position, the valve being configured to permit passage of liquid through a plumbing system when the valve is in the open position and restrict passage of the liquid through the plumbing system when the valve is in the closed position;an actuating system in mechanical communication with the valve, the actuating system comprising at least one energy storage device configured to store energy when the valve is in the open position;a trigger configured to detect the liquid proximate a base of a liquid storage device fluidly connected to the plumbing system, the trigger being configured to detect the liquid by transitioning from a dry state to a hydrated state in response to interacting with the liquid; anda tension member mechanically connecting the actuating system and the trigger,wherein the trigger is configured to restrict movement of the tension member such that, when the valve is in the open position, the energy stored by the energy storage device creates tension in the tension member,wherein the trigger is configured to structurally fail when the trigger is in the hydrated state, thereby releasing the tension member and permitting the ...

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Номер записи: 79
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Cross-linked polyethylene type a (pex-a) pipe

Номер: US20220065369A1
Автор: Guozhi Xu, Lei Wang, Zhiqiang Zheng
Принадлежит: Foshan Rifeng Enterprise Co Ltd, Rifeng Enterprise Group Co Ltd, Rifeng Technology Co Ltd

The present disclosure discloses a PEX-A pipe, the pipe wall of the PEX-A pipe includes a PEX-A antibacterial layer, a PEX-A main body layer, and an anti-ultraviolet (UV) layer that are sequentially attached from inside to outside. The anti-UV layer is attached to the outer side of the PEX-A main body layer to enhance the weather resistance and aging resistance and prolong the service life of the pipe. The PEX-A antibacterial layer is attached to the inner side of the PEX-A main body layer to inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria in water in the pipe and improve the quality of drinking water.

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Номер записи: 80
25-02-2021 дата публикации

REUSABLE ASEPTIC FLUID COUPLINGS

Номер: US20210052881A1
Автор: Truong Loi T., WILLIAMS Randall S.
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Some fluid coupling devices described herein are configured for use in fluid systems for purposes of providing a repeatable, aseptic fluid coupling system. Such repeatable, aseptic fluid coupling systems are configured to facilitate multiple connection and disconnection cycles while repeatably establishing a sterile fluid pathway through the coupling system. The repeatable, aseptic fluid coupling systems can repeatably establish a sterile fluid pathway through the coupling system even though the coupling system may be used in a non-sterile environment. 1. A fluid coupling device comprising:a valve body with a first end portion and a second end portion, the valve body defining a longitudinal axis and a fluid pathway extending along the longitudinal axis between the first and second end portions of the valve body, the fluid pathway terminating at an end port defined by the second end portion of the valve body;a valve member disposed within the valve body, the valve member being movable relative to the valve body along the longitudinal axis between: (i) an open position in which the fluid pathway is open through the valve body and (ii) a closed position in which the fluid pathway through the valve body is blocked by the valve member;a spring disposed within the valve body and arranged to bias the valve member to the closed position;a connection structure coupled to the valve body and configured for releasably mating the fluid coupling device to another fluid coupling device; anda cap with a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the cap defining a bore configured to removably receive the first end portion of the valve body therein.2. The fluid coupling of claim 1 , wherein the first end portion of the valve body includes one or more radial projections claim 1 , and wherein the bore of the cap includes one or more complementary slots configured to removably receive the one or more radial projections.3. The fluid coupling of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 81
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Fluid Line Connector and Assembly with Securement Detection

Номер: US20190049049A1
Автор: Ignaczak Brian T., Peterson Dave, Stoll Viktor
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A fluid line connector and assembly provides remote securement detection and is hence equipped for initial assembly, subsequent quality inspection, and subsequent service techniques that are automated, robotic, and/or autonomous. The fluid line connector includes a body, a radio-frequency identification (RFID) chip, and a switch. The body has a passage for fluid-flow therethrough. The RFID chip has an antenna for transmitting and receiving radio frequency (RF) signals. The switch interacts with the antenna to enable the antenna to transmit and receive RF signals, and to alternatively disable the antenna from transmitting and receiving RF signals. 1. A fluid line connector , comprising:a body having a passage for fluid-flow therethrough;a radio-frequency identification (RFID) chip carried by said body, said RFID chip having an antenna for transmitting and receiving radio frequency (RF) signals; anda switch interacting with said RFID chip in order to enable said antenna to transmit and receive RF signals and in order to disable said antenna from transmitting and receiving RF signals;wherein, upon full securement of the fluid line connector with another connector, said switch enables said antenna to transmit and receive RF signals.2. The fluid line connector of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the fluid line connector lacks full securement with the other connector claim 1 , said switch disables said antenna from transmitting and receiving RF signals.3. The fluid line connector of claim 1 , further comprising an o-ring received within said passage of said body claim 1 , and an insert received at least partially within said passage of said body to assist retention of the other connector in securement with the fluid line connector.4. The fluid line connector of claim 1 , wherein said RFID chip has an integrated circuit (IC) that stores data claim 1 , said antenna enabled to transmit the data upon full securement of the fluid line connector with the other connector.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 82
14-02-2019 дата публикации

FLUID LINER WEAR INDICATOR FOR SUCTION MANIFOLD OF RECIPROCATING PUMP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190049052A1
Автор: Shuck Charles Ben
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A manifold through which a fluid is adapted to flow. The manifold includes an elongated member at least partially defining a fluid chamber through which the fluid is adapted to flow, a longitudinal axis, and an interior surface; a fluid liner disposed within the fluid chamber and adapted to dynamically respond to pressure fluctuations within the fluid chamber as the fluid flows therethrough; and a wear indicator positioned radially between the interior surface of the elongated member and the longitudinal axis. The fluid liner is subject to wear and/or erosion due to the flow of the fluid therethrough and/or the dynamic response of the fluid liner to the pressure fluctuations within the fluid chamber. The wear indicator is adapted to indicate the degree to which the fluid liner has been subjected to the wear and/or erosion. 1. A manifold through which a fluid is adapted to flow , the manifold comprising:an elongated member at least partially defining a fluid chamber through which the fluid is adapted to flow, a longitudinal axis, and an interior surface, the elongated member comprising: one or more inlets via which the fluid flows into the fluid chamber; and one or more outlets via which the fluid flows out of the fluid chamber;a fluid liner disposed within the fluid chamber and adapted to dynamically respond to pressure fluctuations within the fluid chamber as the fluid flows therethrough, the fluid liner being subject to wear and/or erosion due to the flow of the fluid therethrough and the dynamic response of the fluid liner to the pressure fluctuations, the fluid liner having a first erosion rate; anda wear body embedded in the fluid liner and positioned radially between the interior surface of the elongated member and the longitudinal axis;wherein the wear body has a second erosion rate that is less than the first erosion rate of the fluid liner;wherein, as the fluid liner wears and/or erodes, the wear body protrudes from the fluid liner to an increasing degree ...

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Номер записи: 83
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Sprung Coupling

Номер: US20210054954A1
Автор: Bancroft Philip Wayne, Bowman Matthew A., Madara Scott D., Savage Thomas C., Yovanovich Kathryn E.
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A coupling has first and second segments attached to one another end to end surrounding a central space for receiving pipe elements. A spring assembly attaches the segments at one end and an adjustable attachment assembly attaches the segments at the opposite end. The spring assembly biases the segments away from one another sufficient to permit insertion of the pipe elements into the central space while the segments are attached to one another. The coupling may include a split ring toothed retainer for coupling plain end pipe elements, or it may have arcuate keys which engage grooved or shouldered pipe elements. 1. A coupling for joining pipe elements , said coupling comprising:first and second segments positioned end to end surrounding a central space for receiving said pipe elements;a spring assembly joining a first end of said first segment to a first end of said second segment, said spring assembly biasing said segments away from one another;an adjustable attachment assembly joining a second end of said first segment to a second end of said second segment, said adjustable attachment assembly adapted to draw said first and second segments toward one another and into engagement with said pipe elements.2. The coupling according to claim 1 , wherein each of said first and second segments comprises:first and second shoulders positioned on opposite sides of each of said segments, said shoulders extending lengthwise along said segments and projecting toward said central space, said shoulders defining a channel therebetween;a first arcuate surface positioned on said first shoulder;a second arcuate surface positioned on said second shoulder, said arcuate surfaces facing said central space.3. The coupling according to claim 2 , further comprising:a plurality of projections positioned on each of said first and second arcuate surfaces, said projections projecting toward said central space.4. The coupling according to claim 2 , further comprising:a ring seal positioned ...

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Номер записи: 84
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Termination for Sheathed Tubing with Leak Containment and Detection Provisions

Номер: US20210054956A1
Автор: Grant C. Cole, Timothy C. Murray, JR.
Принадлежит: Ward Manufacturing LLC

A fitting for an end of a length of corrugated tubing with an outer sheath includes an engagement ring for gripping the tubing adjacent to an endmost corrugation of the tubing to preclude axial displacement of the retainer on the tubing. The fitting also includes an end plug having at least one threaded surface and a hollow cylindrical part sized to admit and engage with the engagement ring. The end fitting also includes a nut having a threaded portion complementary with the threaded surface of the end plug and an inner surface that defines an inner cavity. An annular groove extends from the inner surface. A vent extends through the sidewall and is disposed between the threaded surface and the groove. A gasket is disposed in the annular groove and a portion of the gasket extends into the inner cavity and is configured to sealingly engage the sheath.

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Номер записи: 85
25-02-2021 дата публикации

CONNECTOR HAVING A PILOT WITH AN INDICATOR

Номер: US20210054957A1
Автор: Frederiksen Stephen S., Gocha Kenneth J., Veraza Christian A.
Принадлежит: Cooper Standard Automotive Inc.

A connector and process for coupling a tube and the resulting assembly is disclosed. A receptacle includes pilot in a mounted position. The pilot is slidable from a mounting position to a final position while the pilot urges legs of a retention clip into a spread condition during a transition between the mounting position and the final position. In the final position, the pilot permits legs of the retention clip to retract to a relaxed condition and an indicator piece is visible. 1. A connector comprising: a receptacle including pilot in a mounted position , said pilot having an indicator piece slidable from said mounting position to a final position , while said legs of a retention clip are urged into a spread condition during a transition between said mounting position and said final position; and in said final position said pilot is past the legs of the retention clip , said legs of said retention clip retract to a relaxed condition and said indicator piece is visibly located in a window of said receptacle.2. The connector of wherein said retention clip embraces an outer wall of said receptacle and legs of said retention clip extend through slots into an interior of said receptacle.3. The connector of wherein said pilot has a recess that receives legs of said retention clip while mounted in said mounted position.4. The connector of wherein said pilot has an inclined wall adjacent to said recess which urge said legs of said retention clip while the pilot is sliding in transition to said final position.5. The connector of wherein said indicator pieces is not visible while the pilot is in the mounted position.6. The connector of wherein said pilot urges legs of a retention clip into a spread condition during a transition between said mounting position and said final position.7. The connector of wherein said indicator piece includes a scan code which when readable indicates the pilot is in the final position.8. The connector of wherein said pilot is annular with ...

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Номер записи: 86
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Connector With Flange For Limiting Buckle Propagation Comprising A Differential Pressure Valve For Underwater Fluid-Transport Pipe

Номер: US20200049267A1
Автор: Pionetti François-Régìs
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A junction part having a differential pressure valve () for an undersea fluid transport pipe, the valve having a valve body () with an internal chamber () opening out at one end into the pipe and at another end to the outside, a piston () arranged to subdivide the internal chamber into an admission chamber () and a discharge chamber (), the piston being movable between an open position where admission chamber and the discharge chamber communicate with each other, and a closed position where the admission chamber and the discharge chamber are scaled from each other, a rating screw () screwed into the valve body and including a bore () within which there slides a rod () of the piston (), and at least one hole () opening out into the discharge chamber and open to the outside, and a spring () rated so as to hold the piston in the closed position below a predetermined threshold pressure inside the admission chamber. 1. A junction part for an undersea fluid transport pipe , the junction part comprising:a sleeve for connecting to the ends of two unit pipe elements;a buckle arrestor flange projecting radially outwards from the sleeve; and a valve body having arranged therein an internal chamber open at one end to the pipe within which there exists an internal pressure Pi, and open at another end to the outside of the unit pipe element where there exists an outside pressure Pe;', 'a piston arranged in the internal chamber so as to subdivide the internal chamber into an admission chamber communicating with the inside of the pipe and a discharge chamber communicating with the outside, the piston being movable between an open position in which the admission chamber and the discharge chamber communicate with each other, and a closed position in which the admission chamber and the discharge chamber are scaled from each other;, 'at least three differential pressure valves positioned radially within the flange, each differential pressure valve comprising 'a spring positioned ...

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Номер записи: 87
23-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR SUPPORTING THE CONFIRMATION OF A FLUID CONNECTION

Номер: US20170052079A1
Автор: Clark Frederick Joseph
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A method of making and confirming a fluid connection involves making a fluid connection including, at a female piece side, a female piece, and at a male piece side, a male piece axially inserted into the female piece and a shoulder opposing the female piece. By the fitment of a socket portion of an end attachment over the female piece, a bifurcated claw of the socket portion engages between the female piece and the shoulder. Via the bifurcated claw, a disconnection force is applied between the female piece side and the male piece side by pivoting a torque wrench supporting the end attachment. 1. A method of making and confirming a fluid connection , comprising:making a fluid connection, the fluid connection including, at a female piece side, a female piece, and at a male piece side, a male piece axially inserted into the female piece and a shoulder opposing the female piece;by the fitment of a socket portion of an end attachment over the female piece, engaging a bifurcated claw of the socket portion between the female piece and the shoulder; andapplying, via the bifurcated claw, a disconnection force between the female piece side and the male piece side by pivoting a torque wrench supporting the end attachment.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:generating, with a torque indicator, a disconnection torque application verification signal in response to the application of a disconnection torque with the torque wrench corresponding to the application of the disconnection force between the female piece side and the male piece side via the bifurcated claw.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:receiving, at a computing device, the disconnection torque application verification signal; andin response to receiving the disconnection torque application verification signal, generating, with the computing device, a fluid connection confirmation signal.4. A method of making and confirming a fluid connection claim 2 , comprising:making a fluid connection, the ...

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Номер записи: 88
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Test Plug for a Pipe Elbow

Номер: US20170052086A1
Автор: Alex Kotlyar, Danko KOBZIAR, Ka'ren Sarkissian
Принадлежит: EST Group Inc

A test plug for insertion into and plugging of an open end of an elbow pipe is provided. The test plug includes a resilient sealing element and set of gripper segments carried on a shaft. The set of gripper segments are movable relative to the shaft between pipe-gripping and pipe-non-gripping positions such that, when the test plug is placed in sealing and gripping engagement relative to an inner diameter wall of an elbow pipe, the set of gripper segments are positioned in eccentric relation to at least one of the sealing element and the shaft

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Номер записи: 89
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Closure Fitting for Containment Piping

Номер: US20150059862A1
Автор: II Robert W., Spears
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A closure fitting for enclosing a portion of one or more carrier conduits between a first containment conduit section and an opposed second containment conduit section has: (a) a first cylindrical hollow body; (b) a second cylindrical hollow body, the second body being reversibly attached in fluid tight communication to the first body; (c) a first seal for sealing the first body to the first containment conduit section and a second seal for sealing the second body to the second containment conduit section, wherein and (d) a third seal for reversibly sealing the first body to the second body. In the invention, at least one of the first or second seals allows one of the bodies to axially move with respect to its containment conduit section. 1. A closure fitting for enclosing a portion of one or more carrier conduits between a first containment conduit section and a second containment conduit section , wherein the first containment conduit section has a proximal end portion terminating in an open end , wherein the second containment conduit has a proximal end portion terminating in an open end , and wherein the open end of the first containment section proximal end portion is opposed to and spaced apart from the open end of the second containment section proximal end portion , the closure fitting comprising:(a) a first cylindrical hollow body having a proximal end and a distal end;(b) a second cylindrical hollow body having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the second body being reversibly attached in fluid tight communication to the proximal end of the first body;(c) a first seal for sealing the first body to the proximal end portion of the first containment conduit and a second seal for sealing the second body to the proximal end portion of the second containment conduit, wherein (i) the first seal allows the first body to axially move with respect to the first containment conduit section, or (ii) the second seal allows the second body to axially ...

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Номер записи: 90
03-03-2016 дата публикации

TUBE VERIFIER

Номер: US20160058994A1
Автор: Botesazan Zion, Colman Joshua Lewis, Itzhak Gal
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There is provided a tube connector for connecting between a fluid sampling tube and a fluid analyzer, the tube connector includes an end face adapted to identify the tube connector, said end face comprising a reflecting surface having one or more reflective regions adapted to reflect light at a predetermined range of wavelengths. 118-. (canceled)19. A tube connector , comprising:an end face comprising at least two spectrally distinct reflective regions; andan RFID tag encoding data selected from: type of said tube connector, class and/or model of said tube connector, preferred mode of operation of said tube connector, and combinations thereof;wherein said at least two spectrally distinct reflective regions are configured to reflect light at different wavelengths; andwherein said at least two spectrally distinct reflective regions are arranged such that a tube connection system of a fluid analyzer can identify recurring changes of reflectivity from said at least two spectrally distinct reflective regions, during the revolving of said tube connector relative to said tube connection system; the revolving occurring during connection of said tube connector to said tube connection system.20. The tube connector of claim 19 , wherein when data encoded by said RFID tag is indicative of a certain type of a tube connector claim 19 , said fluid analyzer will operate in an operation mode that is suitable for the identified type of tube connector.21. The tube connector of claim 19 , wherein said RFID tag comprises an integrated circuit configured to store and process information claim 19 , and to modulate and demodulate a radio frequency signal.22. The tube connector of claim 19 , wherein said RFID tag comprises an antenna configured to receive and transmit a radio frequency signal.23. The tube connector of claim 19 , wherein said RFID tag is a chip-less RFID.24. The tube connector of claim 19 , wherein said RFID tag is devoid of an autonomous power supply.25. The tube connector ...

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Номер записи: 91
05-03-2015 дата публикации

ASEPTIC CONNECTOR

Номер: US20150061282A1
Автор: Faldt Eric, Gebauer Klaus
Принадлежит: GE HEALTHCARE BIO-SCIENCES AB

The invention relates to a An aseptic connector comprising a first connection unit () provided with a first terminal end surface () and a second connection unit () provided with a second terminal end surface (); said first and second terminal end surfaces are each provided with at least one first and second opening (), which openings are orientated to substantially coincide when said first and second connection units are connected to each other; said first and second openings are sealed by at least one film () arranged on said first and second connection units, so that the contact between the film and each connection unit is aseptic; said at least one film is adapted to be mated with a corresponding film on the other connection unit when said first and second connection units are connected to each other; and said mated films are adapted to be pulled out together two and two after mating such that corresponding first and second openings in said first and second terminal end surfaces are mated aseptically. At least two first ports () are arranged on the first connection unit, which first ports have fluid connection with the at least one first opening () in the first terminal end surface; and in that at least one second port () is arranged on the second connection unit, which the at least one second port has a fluid connection with the at least one second opening () in the second terminal end surface. 1102202302402502104204304404504106206306406506108208308408508. An aseptic connector comprising a first connection unit (; ; ; ; ) provided with a first terminal end surface (; ; ; ; ) and a second connection unit (; ; ; ; ) provided with a second terminal end surface (; ; ; ; );{'b': 110', '112', '210', '212', '310', '312', '410', '412', '510', '512, 'said first and second terminal end surfaces are each provided with at least one first and second opening (, ; , ; , ; , ; , ), which openings are orientated to substantially coincide when said first and second connection ...

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Номер записи: 92
10-03-2022 дата публикации

CONNECTOR HAVING A MATING HEAD

Номер: US20220074528A1
Автор: Frederiksen Steven S., Gocha Kenneth J., Veraza Christian A.
Принадлежит: Cooper-Standard Automotive, Inc.

A connector and a process for coupling a tube to another device is disclosed. The connector comprises a receptacle for receiving a first tube. The receptacle includes a socket and a modular head mated to said socket in one of a plurality of relative orientations. The modular head comprises an indexing member. A retention clip embraces the receptacle and has a leg positioned in a slot in the receptacle. 1. A connector for coupling a tube comprising:a receptacle for receiving a first tube, said receptacle including a socket, said receptacle including a modular head mated to said socket; anda retention clip embracing said receptacle, said retention clip having a leg positioned in a slot in said receptacle.2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the socket and modular head are separate pieces before they are mated together.3. The connector of claim 2 , wherein said modular head can be mated to the socket in a plurality of relative orientations.4. The connector of claim 3 , further comprising a detent on one of the socket and the modular head and an opening on the other of the socket and the modular head claim 3 , wherein the detent is configured to fit in the opening.5. The connector of claim 4 , further comprising a plurality of detents on one of the socket and the modular head and a plurality of openings on the other of the socket and the modular head claim 4 , wherein the detents are configured to fit in the openings upon mating.6. The connector of claim 5 , wherein the detents are equidistant from each other such that the modular head is adaptable to be mated to the socket in a plurality of orientations.7. The connector of claim 5 , wherein said coupling end extends at an angle from said receptacle.8. The connector of claim 1 , wherein said modular head comprises an indexing member.9. The connector of claim 8 , wherein said receptacle includes an interior annular groove and an O-ring in said groove.10. A process for coupling a tube to a receptacle comprising:mating a ...

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Номер записи: 93
10-03-2022 дата публикации

FLUID TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION MANIFOLD

Номер: US20220074533A1
Автор: BANCHIERI Andrew, HAUSER Brian, WEISER David
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A structured assembly of perpendicular, interwoven fluidic conduits permits connections between conduits to be readily (and in some cases visibly) established, thereby providing operational convenience and amenability to automated means of validation or verification. 1. A fluid transport and distribution manifold comprising:a support;a first plurality of parallel fluid conduits passing through the support; anda second plurality of parallel fluid conduits passing through the support perpendicular to, and interwoven with, the first fluid conduits, at least some of the second fluid conduits being selectably fluidly connected to one or more of the first plurality of fluid conduits.2. The manifold of claim 1 , further comprising a multiport valve head claim 1 , the first plurality of parallel fluid conduits terminating at the valve head.3. The manifold of claim 1 , wherein fluid connections between the first and second fluid conduits are established by permanent connections therebetween.4. The manifold of claim 1 , wherein fluid connections between the first and second fluid conduits are established by adjustable transfer valves.5. The manifold of claim 4 , wherein the transfer valves are manually adjustable.6. The manifold of claim 4 , wherein the transfer valves are check valves.7. The manifold of claim 4 , wherein the transfer valves are electronically adjustable and further comprising circuitry for receiving user commands and claim 4 , in response thereto claim 4 , electronically adjusting at least one of the transfer valves.8. The manifold of claim 7 , wherein the circuitry comprises a network interface for receiving the user commands.9. The manifold of claim 8 , wherein the network interface is wired.10. The manifold of claim 8 , wherein the network interface is wireless.11. The manifold of claim 7 , wherein the user commands each specify a transfer valve and an opening level thereof.12. The manifold of claim 4 , wherein each of the first conduits is connected ...

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Номер записи: 94
21-02-2019 дата публикации

COOLING DEVICE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE PIPE

Номер: US20190056052A1
Автор: Fujimori Takahiro, JOYAMA Junki, KANEMAKI Yuichi, KATO Chikako, KUROSE Masahiro, MATSUO Takeshi, MUKUMOTO Haruki, OHYAMA Hiroyuki, OZAWA Junichi, SAKATA Fumitoshi, Watanabe Daigo
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.

In a cooling device for a high temperature pipe, a high temperature pipe is efficiently cooled, and cooling performance is improved. A cooling device () for a high temperature pipe that cools a surface to be cooled () of a pipe () as a high temperature pipe includes: a cooling medium supply header () that is disposed so as not to shield heat dissipation by radiation from the surface to be cooled () to the periphery, and allows a cooling medium to flow out toward the surface to be cooled (); and a cooling medium supply device () that supplies the cooling medium to the cooling medium supply header (). 1. A cooling device for a high temperature pipe installed on a periphery of a surface to be cooled of a high temperature pipe , the cooling device for a high temperature pipe comprising:a cooling medium supply header that is disposed at such a position as not to shield heat dissipation by radiation from the surface to be cooled to the periphery, and allows a cooling medium to flow out toward the surface to be cooled; anda cooling medium supply device that supplies the cooling medium to the cooling medium supply header.2. The cooling device for a high temperature pipe according to claim 1 , whereinthe surface to be cooled is an exposed surface of the high temperature pipe exposed from an uncovered part of a heat insulating material that covers the high temperature pipe, and the cooling medium supply header is disposed outside the surface to be cooled.3. The cooling device for a high temperature pipe according to claim 2 , whereinthe cooling medium supply header is supported on an outer surface of the heat insulating material.4. The cooling device for a high temperature pipe according to claim 2 , whereinthe cooling medium supply header is supported on the high temperature pipe and an outer surface of the heat insulating material by a support member.5. The cooling device for a high temperature pipe according to claim 1 , further comprising:a cooling medium outflow nozzle ...

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Номер записи: 95
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Tubing Connector for Decreased Contamination

Номер: US20180058618A1
Автор: Walterspiel Juan Nepomuc
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Embodiments of this disclosure include male and female connector parts for connecting elements of a fluid delivery device, the male and/or female elements having one or more resilient, flexible guards that can be moved laterally or compressed axially to avoid interference with coupling the male and female parts. Such connectors can be used to connect tubing, syringes, respirators, and other devices for fluid transport. Such connectors can decrease the likelihood of nosocomial infections. 1. A connector comprising:A mechanically protective resilient guard extending over a male connector part or female connector part used in coupling two portions of a fluid transmitting device, said guard comprising a flexible, pliable material being outwardly bendable, axially compressible, or having easily breakable parts positioned to de not mechanically interfere with the securing of said male and female connector parts to each other.2. The connector of claim 1 , said guard comprising an axially compressible claim 1 , tubular or spiral sleeve surrounding and longitudinally extending beyond an end of said male or an end of a female connector part.3. The connector of claim 1 , wherein said flexible claim 1 , pliable material is selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) claim 1 , polyethylene (PE) claim 1 , chlorinated polyethylene and copolymers claim 1 , polypropylene (PP) claim 1 , polypropylene glycol (PPG) claim 1 , a silicone elastomer claim 1 , cross-linked polydemethylsiloxane claim 1 , a fluoroplastic claim 1 , polystyrene claim 1 , polyethylene terephthalate (PET) claim 1 , metal claim 1 , and non-corrosive alloy.4. The connector of claim 3 , wherein said flexible claim 3 , pliable material further comprises a phthalate.5. The connector of claim 1 , said one or more protective guard has elements capable of being bent away from or around a complementary connector part.6. The connector of claim 1 , said one or more protective guard comprising elements ...

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Номер записи: 96
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Unlocking Tool For A Quick Connector Assembly

Номер: US20170059072A1
Автор: Brian A. Parks
Принадлежит: A Raymond SARL

The quick release tool includes a U-shaped body which presents a base that has a first side and a second side. The body also has a pair of legs that are spaced laterally from one another and extend away from the first side of the base to respective distal ends. Each of the distal ends presents a pair of ledges that are spaced longitudinally from one another to receive fingers on the locker of the quick connector assembly. The base of the U-shaped body presents a living hinge which is spaced laterally between the legs for pivoting the distal ends of the legs away from one another in response to the application of a force onto the second side of the base, thereby allowing the locker to be moved from the locked position to the unlocked position.

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Номер записи: 97
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Aseptic Coupling Devices

Номер: US20210062943A1
Автор: Andrews Todd, NICHOLS Jeremy, Plackner Blair, WILLIAMS RANDY
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Formation of a sterile connection includes inserting a first aseptic coupling device into a second aseptic coupling device while a locking ring of the first aseptic device is in an indexed initial position, rotating the locking ring to a secured position in which a compressive force is created and in which a first membrane from the first aseptic coupling device and a second membrane from the second aseptic coupling device can removed thereby resulting in a first a first sealing member of the first aseptic coupling device sealing with a second sealing member of the second aseptic coupling device to form a sterile fluid passageway. 1. A first aseptic coupling device for coupling to a second aseptic coupling device , the first aseptic coupling device comprising:a first main body defining a first face and a first fluid passage therethrough;a first sealing member received at least partially within the first main body;a first membrane attached to the first face of the first main body to cover the first sealing member, wherein the first membrane is folded over such that the first membrane will roll on itself and detach from the first face as the first membrane is pulled away from the first main body; anda first handle attached to the first membrane, the first handle including an exposed edge against which a user can apply a force to detach the first membrane from the first face.2. The first aseptic coupling device of claim 1 , further comprising a locking ring configured to couple the first aseptic coupling device to the second aseptic coupling device claim 1 , the locking ring being rotatable about the first main body to an intermediate position in which the first sealing member is compressed sufficiently to form a seal with a mating second sealing member of the second aseptic coupling device while still allowing the first membrane to be removed claim 1 , the locking ring also being rotatable about the first main body from the intermediate position to a secured position ...

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Номер записи: 98
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Push To Connect Coupling

Номер: US20210062948A1
Автор: McAfee Michael A., Phillips William Tomas
Принадлежит:

A quick coupling system where a conduit can be pushed into the coupling to secure and seal the conduit with the coupling includes a gripping ring and a seal. The seal is located outboard of the gripping ring so that the gripping ring does not damage the outer surface of the conduit engaged by the seal. The coupling system also may include a wiper outboard of the seal to clean the outer surface of the conduit as the conduit is inserted into the coupling system. 1. A coupling comprising:a body defining at least one coupling opening;a gripping ring fitted into the opening;a cap secured in the opening outboard of the gripping ring; anda seal held by the cap outboard of the gripping ring.2. The coupling of claim 1 , wherein the cap is configured to engage the seal so that the seal can deform during engagement by a conduit inserted into the at least one coupling opening.3. The coupling of claim 2 , wherein the cap defines an annular pocket to hold the seal.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. The coupling of claim 3 , wherein the seal is an annular seal with a u-shaped configuration claim 3 , the u-shaped configuration having a base portion and two arm portions extending from the base portion claim 3 , the base portion and one arm portion configured to be received in the annular pocket and the other arm portion configured to engage and deflect radially during engagement by a conduit inserted into the at least one coupling opening.7. The coupling of claim 6 , wherein the two arm portions define a volume therebetween to received pressurized fluid to force the arm portion configured to engage a conduit inserted into the at least one coupling into a stronger sealing engagement therewith.8. The coupling of further comprising a wiper outboard of the seal to engage a conduit inserted into the at least one coupling opening.9. The coupling of claim 8 , wherein the wiper comprises an annular configuration.10. (canceled)11. The coupling of claim 9 , wherein the wiper is a portion of the ...

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Номер записи: 99
04-03-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PREVENTING SPILLS RESULTING FROM PIPELINE FAILURES

Номер: US20210062978A1
Автор: Moretz R. Dale
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A petroleum pipeline safety system for preventing contamination of an environmentally sensitive area close to a pipeline includes an upstream portion of the pipeline supplying a flow of fluid material, a crossing portion of the pipeline receiving the flow of fluid material from the upstream portion and conveying the flow of fluid material through the environmentally sensitive area to a downstream portion of the pipeline, the downstream portion, a pipeline pressure activated valve selectively capable of blocking the flow of fluid material from entering the crossing portion based upon a change in pressure within the crossing portion, and a fluid capacitor connected to the upstream portion configured to filter out a pressure spike in the upstream portion associated with the valve blocking the flow of fluid material. 1. A petroleum pipeline safety system for preventing contamination of an environmentally sensitive area close to a pipeline , the system comprising:a first portion of the pipeline including an upstream portion of the pipeline supplying a flow of fluid material;a second portion of the pipeline including a crossing portion of the pipeline, receiving the flow of fluid material from the upstream portion and conveying the flow of fluid material through the environmentally sensitive area to a downstream portion of the pipeline;a third portion of the pipeline including the downstream portion of the pipeline;a pipeline pressure activated valve selectively capable of blocking the flow of fluid material from entering the crossing portion based upon a change in pressure within the crossing portion;a flow restrictor downstream of the pipeline pressure activated valve and upstream of the crossing portion of the pipeline, wherein the flow restrictor is configured to create a lower pipeline internal pressure within the crossing portion as compared to a pipeline internal pressure within the upstream portion; anda pump downstream of the crossing portion of the pipeline.2. ...

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