TANK MOUNTING STRUCTURE AND VEHICLE

A tank mounting structure includes a frame, a band, and a tank protector. The frame is configured to fix the tank. The band is configured to fix the tank in a state where the band sandwiches the tank with the frame and the band deforms in accordance with expansion or contraction of the tank. The tank protector is configured to be fixed to an inner side of the band or an outer side of the band.

STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ADSORBABLE GASEOUS FUEL AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A storage system and its manufacturing method, for an adsorbing gas includes a plurality of briquette units situated within a storage tank. Each briquette unit includes an open vessel or liner and compressed gas-absorbing particulate matter, which particulate matter includes activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each unit can include a wrapper for preventing circulation of the particulate matter within the storage tank and the storage system can include a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least one of the briquette units. Methane powered vehicles, such as automobiles, buses, trucks, and ships can include the above described storage system with compressed methane-adsorbing particulate matter.

Storage Systems For Adsorbable Gaseous Fuel And Methods Of Producing The Same

A storage system for an absorbing gas including a plurality briquette units situated within the storage tank is disclosed. In some embodiments each briquette unit includes a liner or open vessel, and compressed gas-absorbing particulate matter associated with the liner for external support In some embodiments, the liner or vessel maintains the form of the briquette unit. The liner or vessel do not form a pressure tight vessel, and in some embodiments, the local pressure rating of the liner or vessel is less than the gas pressure within the storage tank. Exemplary gas-absorbing materials include but are not limited to methane and hydrogen adsorbing materials such as activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each briquette unit includes a wrapper for preventing circulation of said particulate matter within the storage tank. Optionally, the storage system includes a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least ...

PRESSURIZED HYDROGEN STORAGE SYSTEM

An apparatus and method for storing gases and liquids having a high transmigration rate through containment surfaces due to their molecular size. An inner pressurized retaining enclosure for the storage of gas and liquids has a second enclosure wall about the first enclosure defining a gap between the respective enclosure surfaces which is filled with a containment gas or liquid having a molecular size greater than the porosity of the storage wall and stored gas or liquid. The containment gas effectively impedes the transmission of the storage gas and liquid through the first inner pressure retainer enclosure by creating a pressure barrier on its outer surface.

STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ADSORBABLE GASEOUS FUEL AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A storage system for an absorbing gas including a plurality briquette units situated within the storage tank is disclosed. In some embodiments, each briquette unit includes a liner or open vessel, and compressed gas-absorbing particulate matter associated with the liner for external support. In some embodiments, the liner or vessel maintains the form of the briquette unit. The liner or vessel do not form a pressure tight vessel, and in some embodiments, the local pressure rating of the liner or vessel is less than the gas pressure within the storage tank. Exemplary gas-absorbing materials include but are not limited to methane and hydrogen adsorbing materials such as activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each briquette unit includes a wrapper for preventing circulation of said particulate matter within the storage tank. Optionally, the storage system includes a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least ...

Storage systems for adsorbable gaseous fuel and methods of producing the same

STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ADSORBABLE GASEOUS FUEL AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A storage system and its manufacturing method, for an adsorbing gas includes a plurality of briquette units situated within a storage tank. Each briquette unit includes an open vessel or liner and compressed gas- absorbing particulate matter, which particulate matter includes activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each unit can include a wrapper for preventing circulation of the particulate matter within the storage tank and the storage system can include a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least one of the briquette units. Methane powered vehicles, such as automobiles, buses, trucks, and ships can include the above described storage system with compressed methane-adsorbing particulate matter. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Pressure vessel array

An array of pressure vessels for storage of a compressed gas includes at least one Type 4 pressure vessel and at least one Type 1 pressure vessel. The Type 1 pressure vessel is in fluid communication with the at least one Type 4 pressure vessel. A metal wall of the at least one Type 1 pressure vessel has a Type 1 thermal conductance that is greater than a Type 4 thermal conductance of the at least one Type 4 pressure vessel.

DRUCKBEHÄLTERANORDNUNG

Eine Anordnung von Druckbehältern zum Speichern eines Druckgases beinhaltet mindestens einen Typ-4-Druckbehälter und mindestens einen Typ-1-Druckbehälter. Der Typ-1-Druckbehälter befindet sich Fluidkommunikation mit mindestens einem Typ-4-Druckbehälter. Eine metallische Wand des mindestens einen Typ-1-Druckbehälters weist einen Typ-1-thermischen Leitwert auf, der größer ist als ein Typ-4-thermischer Leitwert des mindestens einen Typ-4-Druckbehälters.

Tankmontagekonstruktion und Fahrzeug

Eine Montagekonstruktion für einen Tank (60) umfasst einen Rahmen (70), ein Band (80) und einen Tankschutz (90). Der Rahmen (70) ist konfiguriert, um den Tank (60) zu befestigen. Das Band (80) ist konfiguriert, um den Tank (60) in einem Zustand zu fixieren, in dem das Band (80) den Tank (60) mit dem Rahmen (70) sandwichartig umschließt, und das Band (80) verformt sich gemäß der Expansion oder Kontraktion des Tanks (60). Der Tankschutz (90) ist konfiguriert, um an einer Innenseite des Bandes (80) oder einer Außenseite des Bandes (80) befestigt zu werden.

Systems and methods for converting cryogenic liquid natural gas to high pressure natural gas and to low pressure natural gas and retain all converted product and to further dispense only by voluntary actions of the user

A system to convert and dispense pressurized gas(es) of cryogenic liquids of gas(es), and systems and methods to efficiently convert liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and low pressure natural gas (NG) and other cryogenic liquids of gas. The system requires one dedicated pressure vessel of horizontal and vertical elements at the dispensing location to convert, retain, store, and dispense multiple pressures of gas from a cryogenic liquid supply such as a non-dedicated high pressure cryogenic personal supply tank. The system efficiently modifies and controls parameters of volume, pressure, and temperature in conversion scale to retain all converted product under human control to dispense without process required waste for use in commercial, industrial, and in particular single family residential applications and service can be accomplished by pickup truck and trailer, where semi trucks, big rig trucks and process pollution are not welcome.

Systems and Methods for Converting Cryogenic Liquid Natural Gas to High Pressure Natural Gas and to Low Pressure Natural Gas and Retain All Converted Product and To Further Dispense Only By Voluntary Actions of the User

A system to convert and dispense pressurized gas(es) of cryogenic liquids of gas(es), and systems and methods to efficiently convert liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and low pressure natural gas (NG) and other cryogenic liquids of gas. The system requires one dedicated pressure vessel of horizontal and vertical elements at the dispensing location to convert, retain, store, and dispense multiple pressures of gas from a cryogenic liquid supply such as a non-dedicated high pressure cryogenic personal supply tank. The system efficiently modifies and controls parameters of volume, pressure, and temperature in conversion scale to retain all converted product under human control to dispense without process required waste for use in commercial, industrial, and in particular single family residential applications and service can be accomplished by pickup truck and trailer, where semi trucks, big rig trucks and process pollution are not welcome.

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STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ADSORBABLE GASEOUS FUEL AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A storage system and its manufacturing method, for an adsorbing gas includes a plurality of briquette units situated within a storage tank. Each briquette unit includes an open vessel or liner and compressed gas-absorbing particulate matter, which particulate matter includes activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each unit can include a wrapper for preventing circulation of the particulate matter within the storage tank and the storage system can include a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least one of the briquette units. Methane powered vehicles, such as automobiles, buses, trucks, and ships can include the above described storage system with compressed methane-adsorbing particulate matter.

Storage systems for adsorbable gaseous fuel and methods of producing the same

A storage system for an absorbing gas including a plurality briquette units situated within the storage tank is disclosed. In some embodiments, each briquette unit includes a liner or open vessel, and compressed gas-absorbing particulate matter associated with the liner for external support. In some embodiments, the liner or vessel maintains the form of the briquette unit. The liner or vessel do not form a pressure tight vessel, and in some embodiments, the local pressure rating of the liner or vessel is less than the gas pressure within the storage tank. Exemplary gas-absorbing materials include but are not limited to methane and hydrogen adsorbing materials such as activated carbon, zeolite, and other appropriate hydrocarbon gas and/or hydrogen adsorbing materials. Optionally, each briquette unit includes a wrapper for preventing circulation of said particulate matter within the storage tank. Optionally, the storage system includes a mechanism for supplying or removing heat to at least ...

STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ADSORBABLE GASEOUS FUEL AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME

Tank mounting structure and vehicle

Storage systems for adsorbable gaseous fuel and methods of producing the same

Tank mounting structure and vehicle

A tank mounting structure includes a frame, a band, and a tank protector. The frame is configured to fix the tank. The band is configured to fix the tank in a state where the band sandwiches the tank with the frame and the band deforms in accordance with expansion or contraction of the tank. The tank protector is configured to be fixed to an inner side of the band or an outer side of the band.

Tank mounting structure and vehicle

A tank mounting structure includes a frame, a band, and a tank protector. The frame is configured to fix the tank. The band is configured to fix the tank in a state where the band sandwiches the tank with the frame and the band deforms in accordance with expansion or contraction of the tank. The tank protector is configured to be fixed to an inner side of the band or an outer side of the band.

TANK ENCLOSURE AND TANK MOUNT SYSTEM AND METHOD

One aspect includes a folded tank assembly having an elongated tank that extends between a first and second end. The elongated tank has a plurality of elongated rigid tubing portions having a first diameter, a plurality of connector portions having a second diameter that is smaller than the first diameter, and taper portions disposed between and coupling successive tubing portions and connector portions. The elongated tank is folded to define a folded tank body having a first and second tank body end, with the elongated rigid tubing portions extending between the first and second tank body ends and with the plurality of connector portions being disposed at one of the first or second tank body ends. A first tank mount is disposed at the first tank body end and a second tank mount disposed at the second tank body end.

Система хранения газа для газового топлива

1. Система хранения газа для газового топлива (A), содержащая контейнер (2) для хранения, который имеет изменяемый объем (3) хранения для приема и отвода топлива (A), при этом предусмотрено компрессионное устройство (6), которое содержит разделительную перегородку (7), которая может подвергаться на одной стороне давлению (P) хранения введенного топлива (A), и выполнено с возможностью повышения давления (P) хранения внутри объема (3) хранения, которое уменьшается при отводе топлива (A), введенного в объем (3) хранения,отличающаяся тем, чтокомпрессионное устройство (6) может быть предварительно нагружено посредством ввода топлива (A) в объем (3) хранения, а разделительная перегородка (7) выполнена с возможностью создания усилия (R) реакции на давление (P) хранения, при этом объем (3) хранения может меняться посредством предварительного нагружения и/или разгрузки компрессионного устройства (6).2. Система хранения газа по п. 1, в которой разделительная перегородка (7) выполнена в некоторой области или областях в виде упругой диафрагмы, при этом компрессионное устройство (6) может быть предварительно нагружено посредством упругого изменения формы диафрагмы при вводе топлива (A).3. Система хранения газа по п. 1 или 2, в которой разделительная перегородка (7) присоединена к пружинному элементу (8), при этом пружинный элемент может быть предварительно нагружен посредством изменения положения разделительной перегородки (7) при вводе топлива (A). РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (51) МПК F17C 5/06 (11) (13) 150 877 U1 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2014124941/06, 18.06.2014 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 18.06.2014 (72) Автор(ы): КРАМЕР Ульрих (DE), ЛИНЗЕЛЬ Ян (DE) 19.06.2013 DE 102013211483.4 (45) Опубликовано: 10.03.2015 Бюл. № 7 1 5 0 8 7 7 R U (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Система хранения газа для газового топлива (A), содержащая контейнер (2) для ...

Unloading of lng from lng tank

Disclosed is a liquefied natural gas storage apparatus. The apparatus includes a heat insulated tank and liquefied natural gas contained in the tank. The tank has heat insulation sufficient to maintain liquefied natural gas therein such that most of the liquefied natural gas stays in liquid. The contained liquefied natural gas has a vapor pressure from about 0.3 bar to about 2 bar. The apparatus further includes a safety valve configured to release a part of liquefied natural gas contained in the tank when a vapor pressure of liquefied natural gas within the tank becomes higher than a cut-off pressure. The cut-off pressure is from about 0.3 bar to about 2 bar.

Pressure vessel and method of manufacturing the same

Provided is a toroidal pressure vessel having extremely high pressure resistance. Laminating latitudinal reinforcing fiber layers ( 32 ) enables to improve a strength in a latitudinal direction of a pressure vessel ( 1 ). Moreover, putting reinforcing fibers ( 32 a ) constituting those laminated latitudinal reinforcing fiber layers ( 32 ) in continuity enables to further improve the strength in the latitudinal direction of the pressure vessel ( 1 ), for example compared with a case where the reinforcing fibers are divided for each layer.

Independent tank system for storing liquid gas

An independent vessel tank system for storing liquid gas on a vessel has a first tank member, a second, cylindrical tank member connected to the first tank member, a third tank member connected to the second tank member, wherein the first, second and third tank members provide a tank device for the liquid gas, a first supporting device provided between the third tank member and a hull of the vessel, for supporting the weight of the tank device, and a second supporting device at least partially provided along a periphery of the tank device, for supporting the tank device to the hull of the vessel. The second supporting device is flexible in a first direction parallel to the centre axis of the tank device, and flexible in a second direction perpendicular to the periphery of the tank device.

Gas supply system

A gas supply system is described comprising: a gas capsule enclosed at one end by a pierceable diaphragm; a spacer element adjacent the pierceable diaphragm, the spacer element having a channel providing access to the pierceable diaphragm; a shaft with a piercing tip; and a seal. The shaft, spacer element and seal are arranged so that when the shaft accesses the pierceable diaphragm via the channel, the shaft is caused to enter into a sealing engagement with the spacer element via the seal before the piercing tip pierces the pierceable diaphragm. In an alternative embodiment, no spacer element is provided and instead a seal is provided in a groove in a wall defining a recess at a position so that when a gas capsule is inserted into the recess, the seal enters into a sealing engagement with the gas capsule before the piercing tip of the shaft pierces the pierceable diaphragm enclosing the gas capsule.

Water Actuated Pressurized Gas Release Device

Disclosed is a gas release device that is adapted to be secured to an inflatable article. The device includes an container, which can be a commercially available gas bottle, a salinity sensor, and an end cap. The salinity sensor operates an electrically fireable primer that serves to release an inflation gas from the container and inflate the article. The end cap includes a cylindrical through hole that accepts a rotatable D-ring. The D-ring is dimensioned to fit over the valve of the inflatable article. The D-ring includes a series of peripheral apertures that can be selectively aligned with a slot to create a fluid passage between the container and valve. The D-ring allows the device to be rotated between different angular positions while maintaining a pneumatic coupling between to the inflatable article and the container.

Cryogenic propellant depot and integral sunshield

A cryogenic propellant depot and sunshield are provided for operation in earth orbit to fuel or refuel other space vehicles. The sunshield is deployed to effectively mitigate solar radiation emanating from the earth and the sun thereby providing a long term storage solution for cryogenic fluids prone to boil-off. The depot has supporting subsystems to include station keeping equipment and communication equipment so that the depot can be independently controlled. Inflatable booms are used to deploy the sunshield in a desired pattern around the depot.

Valve system of high pressure tank for vehicle

A valve system includes a fusible plug valve that functions as a fusible plug valve and as a manual valve. When functioning as a fusible plug valve, the fusible plug valve opens at a high temperature to release gas from a high pressure tank to outside. When functioning as a manual valve, the fusible plug valve is opened manually to release the gas from the high pressure tank to the outside.

Closure device

A closure device for a container of compressed gas, particularly a capsule having a water capacity in the range of 5 to 100 ml, comprises a shut-off valve 122 and a pressure-reducing valve 120 , particularly a pressure regulating valve. The shut-off valve 122 is on the lower pressure side of the pressure-reducing valve 120 . The closure device may also comprise a fill valve 118 to enable the container to be recharged with gas.

Metal composite pressure cylinder

The technical result of the proposed invention is the absorption of the impact energy. The technical result is achieved by using metal composite pressure cylinder that contains a closed thin metal sealing liner, a pressure overwrap made of composite material formed by a combination of groups of layers of reinforcing material made of high-modulus filaments orientated in spiral and circumferential directions, and a protective overwrap fabricated from a composite material made of a group of layers of reinforcing material made of low-modulus filaments. Herewith, an energy damping shock absorber is installed on the part of the surface of at least one of the bottoms, between the group of high-modulus reinforcing material of pressure overwrap and a group of the layers of low-modulus reinforcing material of protective overwrap; the above shock absorber comprises a rigid profiled frame on the side of protective overwrap and a damping device on the side of the pressure overwrap which are interconnected.

Composite tank, and assembly including such a tank and member for receiving and/or dispensing gas

The invention relates to a composite pressurized gas tank including a sealed inner casing ( 12 ), comprising an opening ( 18 ) on one of the ends of the casing, and a base ( 13 ) attached to the opening ( 18 ) of the inner casing ( 12 ), the base ( 13 ) being provided so as to receive or have built therein a valve or faucet, the tank also including an outer mechanical reinforcement casing ( 11 ) that is placed on at least a portion of the inner casing ( 12 ). Said tank is characterized in that at least a portion of the gap ( 14 ), located between the inner casing ( 12 ) and the outer mechanical reinforcement casing ( 11 ), is connected to at least one area ( 15 ) for collecting the gas capable of accumulating in said gap ( 14 ). The at least one collecting area ( 15, 137 ) leads into a predetermined discharge area ( 16, 26, 23 ) that is located outside the gap ( 14 ).

Splashguard For High Flow Vacuum Bubbler Vessel

The present invention is a container having a diptube inlet, at least one baffle disc positioned between the outlet of the diptube and the outlet of the container to provide a narrow annular space between the baffle disc and the sidewall of the container to prevent liquid droplets from entering the outlet to the container and the inner surface of the container sidewall and an annular, radially inward projecting deflector ledge on the sidewall, proximate the baffle disc. The present invention is also a process of delivering a chemical precursor from a container having the above structure. Liquid and vapor delivery are both contemplated.

Storage tank containment system

A storage tank containment system including a cubic-shaped tank having an outer shell having cylindrical walls for the efficient storage and transportation of large quantities of fluid, for example, liquid and compressed natural gas.

System for use in administering inhaled nitric oxide gas

Disclosed are systems for use in administering inhaled nitric oxide gas as a therapeutic treatment, where the systems reduce the risk of inducing an increase in pulmonary capillary wedge pressure leading to pulmonary edema in neonatal patients who have hypoxic respiratory failure and are candidates for inhaled nitric oxide treatment, the system comprising a source of pharmaceutically acceptable nitric oxide gas for inhalation, a delivery device suitable for delivering nitric oxide gas from the source to a term or near-term neonate patient, and instructions for use in operating the system.

Device for reducing sloshing impact of cargo hold for liquid cargo and method for reducing same

Disclosed are a device for reducing sloshing impact of a cargo hold for liquid cargo and a method for reducing the same. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the device for reducing the sloshing impact of the cargo hold for liquid cargo comprises: a rise guide unit which is installed at a proper place in a cargo hold, and includes a buoyant floating object that floats to the surface of the stored liquid; and a sloshing prevention member, which is restrained in the rise guide unit, floats the surface of the liquid by the floating object, and suppresses sloshing of liquid cargo.

Gas cylinder and rfid transponder assemblies and related methods having fixed transponder orientations

Gas cylinder and RFID (radio frequency identification) transponder assemblies and related methods are disclosed that utilize fixed orientations for RFID transponders to overcome problems existing with previous solutions. The disclosed embodiments provide an advantageous solution for utilizing metal plates, such as metal identification plates, to house RFID transponders and to fix the orientation of the RFID transponders to overcame the adverse effects of metal structures distorting the magnetic fields associated with gas cylinders. This fixed orientation combined with a transponder embodying a copper wire antenna wound around a longitudinal axis of a ferrite core and the use of PSK (phase shift keying) modulation allows for adequate reader performance despite the presence of interfering metal structures such as a metal plate used to house an RFID transponder.

Carbon dioxide supply for injection-molding systems

For supplying a sink with liquid carbon dioxide with a required temperature of more than 0° C. and with a required pressure of more than 30 bar, liquid carbon dioxide is taken from a tank, in which it has been stored at a temperature below the required temperature and at a pressure below the required pressure. The pressure of the carbon dioxide is increased and then the carbon dioxide is heated to the required temperature.

Mobile Fueling Vehicle And Method

Vehicles, systems, and methods for delivering natural gas and providing mobile fueling services are disclosed. A method of delivering natural gas includes: delivering a source vehicle to a receiving tank for receiving natural gas at a remote refueling location, the source vehicle having a natural gas engine for driving the vehicle and a source tank disposed onboard the source vehicle for storing the natural gas; and transferring natural gas from the source vehicle to the receiving tank using pressure equalization between the source tank and the receiving tank and using a compressor disposed onboard the source vehicle. The onboard compressor is operatively connected to and powered by the source vehicle engine. The source tank is adapted to store a volume greater than or equal to about 200 DGE of natural gas and supplies natural gas to power the source vehicle engine.

Pressure vessel

A pressure vessel ( 1 ) is described comprising an inner fibre-wound pressure vessel ( 5 ), a jacket ( 3 ), a lid ( 17 ) and a wheel base ( 9 ). The wheel base ( 9 ) comprises a main body ( 11 ) having an open end for receiving the base of the jacket ( 3 ); a releasable catch ( 85 ) operable to attach the main body ( 11 ) of the wheel base ( 9 ) to a casing ( 3 ) mounted on the main body ( 11 ) of the wheel base ( 9 ) when the base ( 76 ) of jacket ( 3 ) is inserted into the open end of the wheel base ( 9 ); and wheels rotatably ( 13 ) attached to the main body ( 11 ) of the wheel base ( 9 ). When the jacket ( 3 ) is mounted to the wheel base ( 9 ), the casing ( 5 ) and the wheel base ( 9 ) are operable to be transferred between locations using the lid ( 17 ) and the wheels ( 13 ).

Fuel tank partition and method of use

Embodiments of the present disclosure may include a partition for a fuel tank. The partition may include a sheet of material extending laterally within an interior mid-region of the fuel tank. The sheet may have a length and a width that are at least substantially equal to a length and a width of the mid-region of the fuel tank, and the sheet may be shaped to conform to an interior perimeter of the mid-region of the fuel tank. The partition may also be configured to substantially divide the fuel tank into an upper interior region located above the partition and a lower interior region located below the partition.

Prismatic pressure tank having lattice structure

Provided is a pressure tank having a lattice structure, including: a tank body that has a high-pressure fluid accommodated therein and is manufactured to have a prismatic shape; and cell structures that are disposed in the prismatic tank body, are manufactured in a lattice form, arrive from one side wall of the tank body to the other side wall thereof facing it, and are orthogonally arranged regularly.

Method of constructing a storage tank for cryogenic liquids

A new procedure for constructing cryogenic storage tanks involves erecting a freestanding metal liner. The liner is sized and configured to withstand the hydraulic forces the concrete wall of the tank being poured without the need for temporary stiffeners on the inside surface of lower portions of the liner. Lateral tension ties can be connected to anchor ties on an outward surface of the liner and used to tie the liner to outer formwork. These ties may be spaced up to about 2 m apart. Studs can also be provided on the outer surface of the liner, and a cylindrical ring of cryogenic steel can be integrated into the liner.

COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS FUELING SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED FILL RECEPTACLE

A compressed natural gas fueling system includes a frame arrangement with at least one tank disposed therein and an inlet that can receive a compressed natural gas fueling nozzle to fill the at least one tank. The fueling system can be attached with and supported by frame rails behind a cabin of a vehicle such that the inlet is positioned above the frame rails. 1. A fuel system , comprising:a housing configured to be disposed behind a cabin of a vehicle;a plurality of tanks disposed within the housing, wherein each of the plurality of tanks includes front and rear mounts at opposing ends, the front and rear mounts are attached to tank supports, and the tank supports are attached between corner brackets to provide mounting structures for the plurality of tanks;a filter and a regulator are each mounted on or within the housing, wherein the filter is configured to filter gas from the plurality of tanks, the regulator is configured to be in fluid communication with the filter; anda fill receptacle configured to be in fluid communication with the plurality of tanks, wherein the housing is further configured to be attached with and supported by frame rails of the vehicle such that the plurality of tanks and the fill receptacle are positioned above the frame rails, and the plurality of tanks are stacked on each other such that axes of the plurality of tanks are oriented generally perpendicular to the frame rails.2. The fuel system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more valve assemblies that are operatively associated with each of the plurality of the tanks to provide fluid access to the plurality of the tanks via a piping.3. The fuel system of claim 2 , the one or more valve assemblies are positioned above the frame rails.4. The fuel system of claim 2 , the one or more valve assemblies are within the housing.5. The fuel system of claim 1 , further comprising a manifold assembly in fluid communication with one or more of the plurality of tanks.6. The fuel system of ...

Engagement of gas cylinder with gas dispenser

Devices and methods for engaging a gas cylinder with a gas dispenser, such as a beverage extractor, an inflation device, or other system that uses pressurized gas. A resilient element may be used to force a gas cylinder into engagement with a piercing element to pierce an outlet of the gas cylinder. The resilient element may deform elastically and/or plastically when applying force to the cylinder to pierce the outlet and sealingly engage the cylinder with a receiver. The resilient element may compensate for cylinders having different sizes and/or provide a consistent piercing or sealing force.

Valve for a pressurized fluid cylinder and corresponding cylinder

The invention relates to a valve for a pressurized fluid cylinder comprising a draw off circuit, a data acquisition, storage, and processing member, at least one display and a pressure sensor for measuring the pressure within the storage space of a fluid cylinder connected to the valve. When the variation of the signal representing the fluid pressure measured by the pressure sensor is greater than a specific draw off threshold, the data acquisition, storage and process member is designed to detect the drawing off of gas and, in response, to control the displaying on the display of at least one item of information concerning the draw off.

Hydrogen gas compressing system and hydrogen gas compression method

A hydrogen gas compression system comprises a hydrogen storage chamber placed at a predetermined water depth in water to communicate with surrounding water; a hydrogen container filled with hydrogen gas by a lower pressure than a hydraulic pressure at the predetermined water depth; a transporting portion configured to guide the hydrogen container that is filled with the hydrogen gas, from above the predetermined water depth to the hydrogen storage chamber; a gas release portion configured to cause the hydrogen gas to be released from the hydrogen container transported to the hydrogen storage chamber and to be stored in the hydrogen storage chamber; a hydrogen recovery device placed above the predetermined depth; and a tube arranged to connect inside of the hydrogen storage chamber with the hydrogen recovery device.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CALCULATING, IN REAL-TIME, THE DURATION OF AUTONOMY OF A NON-REFRIGERATED TANK CONTAINING LNG

This invention relates to a method and a system for calculating in real-time the duration of autonomy of a non-refrigerated tank containing natural gas comprising a liquefied natural gas (LNG) layer and a gaseous natural gas (GNG) layer. This invention also relates to a system for calculating, in real time, according to the method of the invention, the duration of autonomy of a non-refrigerated tank, as well as a vehicle comprising an NG tank and a system according to the invention. 1. A method for calculating in real-time the duration of autonomy of a non-refrigerated tank and defined by a set pressure of the valves p , its shape and its dimensions , as well as its boil off rate , said tank containing natural gas divided into:{'sub': liq', 'liq, 'a layer of natural gas in liquid state (l), defined at a given instant t by its temperature T(t), its composition x(t), and the filling rate of the tank by said natural gas layer;'}{'sub': gas', 'gas, 'a natural gas layer in gaseous state (g), defined at a given instant t by its temperature T(t) and its composition x(t), and a pressure p(t);'}said method being characterized in that it consists of an algorithm comprising the following steps:{'sub': liq', 'liq', 'gas, 'a) at an instant t0, the physical parameters of said natural gas layers are initialized, by measuring using pressure and temperature sensors, the pressure of the gas p(t0), and the temperature of the liquid T(t0); while the respective compositions of the liquid x(t0) and gaseous x(t0) phases are known input data corresponding either to the respective compositions of the liquid and gaseous phases at the time of the loading of the tank, or to average compositions for the type of LNG used;'}{'sub': gas', 'liq, 'b) for each instant t greater than t0, a predetermined volume of natural gas in the gaseous or liquid state is subtracted, said volume corresponding to the operating state of the tank at this instant t; and a calculation is made, based on the volume of ...

Systems and Methods for Converting Cryogenic Liquid Natural Gas to High Pressure Natural Gas and to Low Pressure Natural Gas using a Sphere Vessel and Retain all Product and to Further Dispense Only by Voluntary Actions of the User

A System to convert and dispense pressurized gas(es) of cryogenic liquids of gas(es), and systems and methods using a sphere pressure vessel to efficiently convert liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and low pressure natural gas (NG) and other cryogenic liquids of gas. The system requires one dedicated sphere pressure vessel at the dispensing location and the location of elements according to horizontal and vertical orientation to convert, retain, store, and dispense multiple pressures of gas from a cryogenic liquid supply such as a non-dedicated high pressure cryogenic personal supply tank. The system efficiently modifies and controls parameters of volume, pressure, and temperature in conversion scale to retain all converted product under human control to dispense, without process required waste, for use in commercial, utility and industrial uses, and scaleable for single family residential applications where service can be accomplished by pickup truck and trailer, where semi trucks access is not available.

Tank container for transport and storage of cryogenic liquefied gases

The invention relates to a tank container ( 100; 100′ ) for the transport and storage of cryogenic liquefied gas, comprising a framework ( 120 ) and a cylindrical vessel ( 110 ) connected to the framework ( 120 ), wherein the vessel ( 110 ) is covered by a superinsulation arrangement ( 130 ) based on an aerogel composition, and the vessel ( 110 ) is connected to the framework ( 120 ) by a clamping device ( 30 ) which is adapted to allow for a relative movement between the framework ( 120 ) and the vessel ( 110 ) due to thermal expansion or contraction of the vessel ( 110 ).

System and method for the effective, reliable and foolproof delivery of controlled amounts of a medical fluid

A method for using CO 2 as a contrast material in medical imaging procedures is disclosed. The method includes providing a source of pressurized CO 2 . The step of providing includes connecting the source of pressurized CO2 to a compressed gas unit for controlling delivery of the CO 2 . The method also includes regulating pressure of the CO 2 delivered by the compressed gas unit, transmitting the pressurized CO 2 from the compressed gas unit to a control valve assembly for delivery to a patient in controlled dosages, and sequentially processing the CO 2 with the control valve assembly and delivering the CO 2 to the patient as a contrast media.

RING HAVING IMPROVED WEIGHT, DURABILITY, DAMAGE RESISTANCE, SHINE AND WORKABILITY FEATURES

A ring and method of manufacturing a ring which may include: an outer ring, in which a second carbide composed of a combination of tungsten carbide, iron group carbide or carbonitride is mixed with a metal binder phase at a predetermined ratio, in which the outer ring is divided into a first outer ring and a second outer ring formed in a shape corresponding to each other; an inner ring separately and/or independently assembled between the first and second outer rings, in which the inner ring includes an outside inner ring that forms an outer circumferential surface of the ring and an inside inner ring that forms an inner circumferential surface of the ring; ring fitting parts formed on the first and second outer rings, respectively, such that both sides of the outer and inside inner rings are press-fit; and assembling protrusions formed on the first and second outer rings, respectively, to be inserted into the outer circumferential surface of the inside inner ring to maintain a firm assembly between the outer ring and the inner ring for a long period of time. 1. A ring comprising:an outer ring, wherein a second carbide composed of a combination of tungsten carbide, iron group carbide or carbonitride is mixed with a metal binder phase at a predetermined ratio, wherein the outer ring is divided into a first outer ring and a second outer ring formed in a shape corresponding to each other;an inner ring separately assembled between the first and second outer rings, wherein the inner ring comprises an outside inner ring that forms an outer circumferential surface of the ring and an inside inner ring that forms an inner circumferential surface of the ring;ring fitting parts formed on the first and second outer rings, respectively, such that both sides of the outer and inside inner rings are press-fit; andassembling protrusions formed on the first and second outer rings, respectively, to be inserted into the outer circumferential surface of the inside inner ring to maintain ...

Gas cartridge loaded dispensing device

A cartridge loader includes a lever arm, a hinge axle and a cam centered on the hinge axle, and a housing for receiving a cartridge, the housing having a first end and a second end, the first end adapted to connect to an appliance, and the second end adapted to allow the lever arm to open and close, the housing having an aperture exposing an interior of the housing, the aperture shaped to receive the cartridge and the lever arm, wherein the cam is adapted to assist in seating the cartridge in the housing when the lever arm is closed, and ejecting the cartridge when the lever arm is opened.

Pressure Vessel Arrangement and Vehicle Having Said Pressure Vessel Arrangement

A pressure vessel arrangement has a pressure vessel for storing a gaseous fuel and a conducting arrangement arranged adjacent to the pressure vessel for conducting and weakening a shock wave occurring upon bursting of the pressure vessel. The conducting arrangement forms a chamber space that can be expanded by the shock wave. The conducting arrangement has an inlet into the space facing the pressure vessel, via which the shock wave enters the space and expands the space, and wherein the conducting arrangement has at least one outlet out of the space, via which the shock wave exits the space into the environment. 1. A pressure vessel arrangement , comprising:a pressure vessel for storing a gaseous fuel; anda conducting arrangement situated adjacent to the pressure vessel for conducting a shock wave arising upon bursting of the pressure vessel,wherein the conducting arrangement forms a space expandable by the shock wave,wherein the conducting arrangement comprises an inlet into the space, facing toward the pressure vessel, by which the shock wave enters into the space and opens up the space, andwherein the conducting arrangement comprises at least one outlet from the space, through which the shock wave leaves the space heading toward the surroundings.2. The pressure vessel arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe conducting arrangement weakens the shock wave in addition to conducting the shock wave.3. The pressure vessel arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe conducting arrangement is formed of an elastic material, at least for a section.4. The pressure vessel arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe conducting arrangement is formed of a plastically deformable material, at least for a section.5. The pressure vessel arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe conducting arrangement, prior to expanding the space, is present at least for a section in a folded-up, crumpled-up and/or rolled-up form.6. The pressure vessel arrangement according to claim 1 ...

Method for filling a tank with gas

Method for filling a tank with gas via an injector, in which the average temperature of the gas in the tank is estimated in real time.

High-pressure tank and method for manufacturing high-pressure tank

A high-pressure tank includes a cylindrical portion including a fiber-reinforced resin and a dome portion including a fiber-reinforced resin. The cylindrical portion includes an axial fiber layer including a fiber oriented in a center axis direction of the high-pressure tank, and a circumferential fiber layer including a fiber oriented in a circumferential direction of the high-pressure tank. An end portion of the axial fiber layer and an end portion of the dome portion are joined to each other.

Coiled Natural Gas Storage System and Method

A system for storing natural gas comprises a plurality of straight sections of tube. The plurality of straight sections of tube are dense packed. The plurality of straight sections of tube are configured to fill a designated volume.

Method for constructing low-temperature tank and low-temperature tank

When manufacturing a low-temperature tank ( 1 ), a plurality of unit tanks ( 10 ) that are able to be connected together by mutually different objects, and that are each capable of storing low-temperature liquefied gas are manufactured in a factory that is distant from a construction site. The unit tanks ( 10 ) are then transported to the construction site, and an inner tank ( 2 ) is then assembled at the construction site by connecting together the plurality of unit tanks ( 10 ). An outer tank ( 3 ) is then formed around the inner tank ( 2 ).

Hydrostatically Compensated Compressed Gas Energy Storage System

A compressed gas energy storage system may include an accumulator for containing a layer of compressed gas atop a layer of liquid. A gas conduit may have an upper end in communication with a gas compressor/expander subsystem and a lower end in communication with accumulator interior for conveying compressed gas into the compressed gas layer of the accumulator when in use. A shaft may have an interior for containing a quantity of a liquid and may be fluidly connectable to a liquid source/sink via a liquid supply conduit. A partition may cover may separate the accumulator interior from the shaft interior. An internal accumulator force may act on the inner surface of the partition and the liquid within the shaft may exert an external counter force on the outer surface of the partition, whereby a net force acting on the partition is less than the accumulator force. 1. A compressed gas energy storage system comprising:a) an accumulator having a primary opening, an upper wall, a lower wall and an accumulator interior at least partially bounded the upper wall and lower wall, the accumulator for containing a layer of compressed gas atop a layer of liquid when in use;b) a gas compressor and expander subsystem spaced apart from the accumulator and a gas supply conduit having an upper end in communication with the gas compressor and expander subsystem and a lower end in communication with accumulator interior for conveying compressed gas into the compressed gas layer of the accumulator when in use;c) a shaft having a lower end adjacent the primary opening, an upper end spaced apart from the lower end, and a shaft sidewall extending upwardly from the lower end to the upper end and at least partially bounding a shaft interior for containing a quantity of a liquid, the shaft being fluidly connectable to a liquid source/sink via a liquid supply conduit;d) a partition covering the primary opening and separating the accumulator interior from the shaft interior, the partition having ...

Pressure vessel for storing high pressure gas

Disclosed is a pressure vessel for storing high pressure gas, the pressure vessel including: a liner ( 10 ) provided to be a tube body of a predetermined diameter and having male thread parts ( 102 ) provided on opposite end parts thereof; inserts ( 20 ) having combining parts ( 201 ) provided on outer surfaces thereof and through holes ( 202 ) provided on middle parts thereof; a first sealing member ( 30 ) provided between the end of the liner ( 10 ) and the inner surface of the insert ( 20 ); a fastening member ( 40 ) having a female thread part ( 401 ) screwed to each of the male thread parts ( 102 ) and having a combination hole ( 402 ) into which each of the combining parts ( 201 ) is inserted; and a reinforcing wire ( 50 ) wound so as to cover an entirety of an outer circumferential surface of the liner ( 10 ).

Fresh Air/Oxygen Portable Breathing Device With or Without Aromas and Methods of Use

The present invention provides a portable, light-weight, breathing device and methods of use for delivering pristine, fresh air or varying high concentrations of oxygen with or without aroma, i.e., essential oils for stimulating appetite, boosting mood or decreasing stress and anxiety. The breathing device comprises an air container having a breathing air bag therein which contains the fresh air or the varying concentrations of oxygen optionally with the one or more essential oils, tubing for delivering the fresh air or oxygen to a breathing mask, and a plurality of movable valves included in the mask which directs air or oxygen into or out of the mask depending on whether the user is inhaling or exhaling. The breathing device also comprises the use of a can of compressed fresh air or oxygen with or without aroma to be used with an air reservoir or with an expandable air bag.

Devices And Methods For Engaging Indexed Valve And Pressurized Canister Assembly With Collar And For Linear Actuation By Plunger Assembly Into Fluid Communication With Device For Regulating Drug Delivery

A valve assembly comprising a housing and a valve, the valve being disposed within the housing, a first indexed member integral to the housing, the first indexed member adapted to be complementary to a second indexed member, and a radio frequency identification device adapted to communicate with a radio frequency receiver, the valve being configured to align with a canister, seal the canister and open in a single movement. A drug containment device having said valve assembly is also disclosed. 1. A valve assembly comprising:a housing and a valve, the valve being disposed within the housing;a first indexed member integral to the housing, the first indexed member adapted to be complementary to a second indexed member; anda radio frequency identification device adapted to communicate with a radio frequency receiver,wherein the valve is configured to align with a canister, seal the canister and open in a single movement.2. A drug containment device comprising:a valve assembly comprising a housing and a valve disposed within the housing, a first indexed member integral to the housing, the first indexed member adapted to be complementary to a second indexed member,a canister in fluid communication with the valve assembly, the canister containing an active pharmaceutical ingredient and,a radio frequency identification device adapted to communicate with a radio frequency receiver,wherein the valve is configured to align with the canister, seal the canister and open in a single movement.3. The valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the radio frequency identification device is adapted to communicate to the radio frequency receiver identifying information of the contents of a canister that is attachable to the valve.4. The valve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the valve assembly is attachable to a canister comprising an active pharmaceutical ingredient including one of nitric oxide claim 1 , with a concentration in the range of approximately 50 ppm to 10 claim 1 ,000 ppm claim 1 , ...

Disposable Compressed Gas Cartridge with Integral Sealing Member

A disposable compressed gas cartridge has an envelope formed of a cylindrical wall portion, an end wall portion enclosing a first end of the cylindrical wall portion, a neck portion formed at a second end of the cylindrical wall portion, and a membrane spanning across the neck portion such that the envelope is arranged to contain gas under pressure therein. A resilient sealing member is integrally and externally supported on the second end of the envelope so as to abut the seat surface about a charging pin of a compressed gas consuming device. Sealing engagement between the cartridge and the device being charged with compressed gas by the cartridge is provided primarily by the sealing member on the cartridge which is replaced together with the cartridge to always ensure that the sealing between the cartridge and the device is accomplished with a new and effective sealing member. 1. A disposable compressed gas cartridge in combination with a compressed gas consuming device having a charging pin extending in a longitudinal direction and a seat surface about the charging pin which is transverse to the longitudinal direction , the disposable compressed gas cartridge comprising: a generally cylindrical wall portion defining a hollow chamber therein;', 'an end wall portion enclosing the generally cylindrical wall portion at the first end of the cartridge envelope;', 'a neck portion formed on the generally cylindrical wall portion at the second end of the cartridge envelope in which the neck portion defines a neck passage therethrough in communication with the hollow chamber of the generally cylindrical wall portion; and', 'a membrane spanning across the neck passage of the neck portion such that the cartridge envelope is arranged to contain gas under pressure therein, the membrane being arranged to be punctured by the charging pin of the compressed gas consuming device; and, 'a cartridge envelope which is extends longitudinally between a first end and a second end thereof ...

Method and Apparatus for Dispensing Gaseous Fuel To A Vehicle

A method and apparatus fueling vehicle with gaseous fuel includes storage vessels, dispensing sub-stations and a controller. The storage tanks or vessels can be at different pressures. The plurality of dispensing sub-stations each include a dispensing hose and a control valve. Each dispensing sub-station is in controllable fluid communication with the storage vessels so that fluid can flow from the storage vessels through the dispensing sub-station to a vehicle tank. A dispensing hose, and a control valve of the dispensing sub-stations are in the fluid flow paths. The controller receives feedback indicative of a filling parameter from the dispensing sub-stations, and provides control signals to the control valves of the first and second dispensing sub-station to implement one or more desired fill schemes. 1. A gaseous fuel station for filling vehicle tanks with fuel , comprising:a plurality of storage vessels, including a first storage vessel at a first pressure, and a second storage vessel at a second pressure, wherein the first pressure is less than or equal to the second pressure;a plurality of dispensing sub-stations, each dispensing sub-station comprising a dispensing hose, and a control valve;wherein the plurality of dispensing sub-stations includes a first dispensing sub-station that is in controllable fluid communication with each of the first and second storage vessels such that fluid can flow in a first fluid path from each of the first and second storage vessels through the first dispensing sub-station to a vehicle tank, and wherein the dispensing hose, and the control valve of the first dispensing sub-station are in the first fluid flow path;wherein the plurality of dispensing sub-stations further includes a second dispensing sub-station that is in controllable fluid communication with each of the first and second storage vessels such that fluid can flow in a second fluid path from each of the first and second storage vessels through the second ...

HANDLE FOR A PORTABLE CYLINDER

Provided is a portable cylinder including a tank having an upper portion having a valve port, a mounting collar coupled to the upper portion of the tank, and a handle attached to the mounting collar. The mounting collar has an upwardly extending portion surrounding the valve port and a plurality of circumferentially spaced tabs extending radially outwardly from the upwardly extending portion, wherein a respective gap is formed between adjacent ones of the plurality of circumferentially spaced tabs. The handle includes a shroud portion including a plurality of circumferentially spaced ledges for abutting an underside of a respective one of the plurality of circumferentially spaced tabs, and at least one tab for engaging the mounting collar in one of the gaps, and a handle portion extending from the shroud portion and having one or more areas for grasping the handle. 1. A handle for a cylinder comprising:a shroud portion configured to attach to a collar of the cylinder, the shroud portion including a plurality of circumferentially spaced ledges for abutting an underside of a respective one of a plurality of circumferentially spaced tabs of the collar, and at least one deflectable tab for engaging the collar; anda handle portion extending from the shroud portion and having one or more areas for grasping the handle.2. The handle according to claim 1 , wherein the shroud portion includes an inner body portion claim 1 , an outer body portion radially outwardly spaced from the inner body portion claim 1 , and a base extending therebetween claim 1 , and wherein a channel is defined between the inner and outer body portions and the base for receiving the collar.3. The handle according to claim 2 , wherein the plurality of circumferentially spaced ledges extend radially inwardly from the outer body portion claim 2 , and the at least one deflectable tab extends radially outwardly from the inner body portion.4. The handle according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ...

Fluid delivery device

Device comprising a valve comprising a fluid circuit accommodated at least in part in a body, the circuit having an upstream extremity and a downstream extremity and at least one flow control means, the valve comprising an actuating means, the at least one control means comprising a flow regulator being situated in a section of the fluid circuit contained in a regulation module mounted in a removable manner on the body, the circuit comprising a first extremity opening onto the body at the level of a first orifice, the section of the fluid circuit of the regulation module being equipped with an upstream extremity comprising a first fluid connector configured for connection in a sealed manner at the level of the first orifice when the module is in position mounted on the body.

Method for determining loss of gas in gas container

The present invention relates to a method for determining loss of gas in a gas container. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the method for determining the loss of gas in the gas container is characterized by including the steps of (a) filling a first container (10) with a component gas and a balance gas, (b) measuring a gas pressure inside the first gas container (11), (c) allowing the first gas container and a second gas container having an evacuated inside to communicate and performing a first-stage gas pressure split, and (d) measuring a gas pressure inside the second gas container, wherein an amount of the component gas adsorbed inside the gas container is calculated through a difference between a measured value of step (b) and a measured value of step (d) and is determined as an amount of gas loss.

FUEL GAS STORAGE TANK AND METHOD OF FILLING THE SAME

A fuel gas storage tank is disclosed that can store fuel gas, such as natural gas or hydrogen, in a solid state. The fuel gas storage tank includes a shell having a tank interior, a fuel gas storage material housed within the tank interior, one or more fuel gas injecting tubes, and one or more fuel gas collecting tubes. Each of the fuel gas injecting tube(s) and the fuel gas collecting tube(s) is permeable to fuel gas and is disposed in the tank interior and surrounded by the fuel gas storage material. And, within the tank interior, the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes are not directly connected to one another. 1. A fuel gas storage tank comprising:a shell that defines a tank interior;a fuel gas storage material housed within the tank interior, the fuel gas storage material being able to reversibly store fuel gas in a solid state;one or more fuel gas injecting tubes disposed in the tank interior, each of the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes being permeable to fuel gas and fluidly communicating with a fuel gas feed line; andone or more fuel gas collecting tubes disposed in the tank interior, each of the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes being permeable to fuel gas and fluidly communicating with a fuel gas extraction line, wherein the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes are not directly connected to each other within the tank interior thereby allowing fuel gas to be exchanged between the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes only by diffusing through the tank interior while being exposed to the fuel gas storage material.2. The fuel gas storage tank set forth in claim 1 , wherein the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes claim 1 , the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes claim 1 , or both claim 1 , comprise a filter tube that defines an internal flow passage extending between a first end and a second end claim 1 , the ...

FILLING STATION FOR CRYOGENIC REFRIGERANT

A filling station for filling a liquid cryogenic refrigerant from a supply tank to a receiver tank, the filling station comprising a flash tank between the supply tank and the receiver tank, adapted to de-pressurize the refrigerant that is transferred from the flash tank to the receiver tank, resulting in formation of a liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase and a vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank, and to phase separate the liquid and vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase, and a pump between the flash tank and the receiver tank, adapted for pumping the refrigerant out of the flash tank to the receiver tank, wherein the flash tank has a size and the pump has an outflow of refrigerant such that the ratio between the size of the flash tank and the outflow of refrigerant out of the pump is equal to or more than 1. 2. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio between the size of the flash tank and the outflow of the liquid cryogenic refrigerant out of the pump is between 1 and 5.3. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises one or more exhaust ball valves adapted forblowing-off excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour out of the flash tank when the pressure in the flash tank exceeds a predetermined pressure limit; andblowing-off excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour out of the receiver tank when the pressure in the receiver tank exceeds a predetermined pressure limit during the filling process of the receiver tank.4. The filling station according to claim 3 , wherein the predetermined pressure limit of the flash tank is between 7 and 10 bar.5. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises a silencer adapted to reduce the noise of the excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour being blown-off out of the flash tank and the receiver tank.6. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises cryogenic refrigerant vapour piping between the supply tank ...

Method of discharging residual liquid in liquefied gas tank

Water is injected into a top of a liquefied gas tank (water injection step); residual stored liquid in the tank is vaporized by heats of water injected in the water injection step so that the vaporized gas discharges from the top of the tank (residual liquid vaporization/discharge step); even after all of the stored liquid is vaporized in the residual liquid vaporization/discharge step, the injection of the water into the tank is continued to melt ice solidified through cold heat appropriation of the stored liquid in the residual liquid vaporization/discharge step and return the temperature in the tank to normal temperature (hot-up step); and attained is water discharge from'a bottom of the tank having the temperature in the tank returned to normal temperature in the hot-up step while inert gas is supplied into the tank (water discharge step).

Tank device for storing a gaseous medium

The invention relates to a tank device ( 1 ) for storing a gaseous medium, in particular hydrogen, comprising a valve device ( 2 ) and a tank ( 10 ). The valve device ( 2 ) comprises a valve housing ( 20 ) having a longitudinal axis, in which valve housing ( 20 ) an interior ( 7 ) is formed. An actuation valve element ( 18 ) movable along the longitudinal axis ( 11 ) is arranged in the interior ( 7 ), which actuation valve element ( 18 ) interacts with a valve seat ( 40 ) in order to open and close an outlet opening ( 31 ) and thus forms an actuation valve ( 44 ). The valve device ( 2 ) comprises a solenoid ( 14 ). Furthermore, the valve seat ( 40 ) is formed downstream on the valve housing ( 20 ) and at the outlet opening ( 31 ), and the cylindrical outlet opening ( 31 ) leads into a cylindrical passage channel ( 80 ), the diameter D of the passage channel ( 80 ) being greater than the diameter d of the outlet opening ( 31 ).

METHODS, SYSTEMS AND APPARATUSES FOR SUPPLYING BREATHABALE GASES

A strong unsolved need exists to provide people with breathable gases for inhaling instead of ambient air, when people live in areas, where the ambient air is polluted with toxic gases and particulate matters. The present invention solves this need by disclosing a breathing apparatus, a dispenser of breathable gases, and a distributor of breathable gases, for supplying breathable gases to people, exposed to polluted and contaminated outdoor and indoor ambient air. 1. A compressed breathable gases dispensing system comprising:a source of breathable gases configured to store and supply a reasonable amount of breathable gases; anda dispenser of compressed breathable gases in communication with the source of breathable gases and dispensing compressed breathable gases into one or more containers of compressed breathable gases;wherein the dispenser of compressed breathable gases comprises a communication unit in a form of preferably but not limited to a payment receiving terminal, the communication unit is configured to receive payment transactions for the dispensed compressed breathable gases and communicate activating signal to the dispenser of compressed breathable gases to dispense compressed breathable gases to a container of compressed breathable gases.2. A breathable gases distributing system comprising:a source of breathable gases configured to contain and supply a reasonable amount of breathable gases;a breathable gases distributor in communication with the source of breathable gases and distributing breathable gases from the source of breathable gases to one or more inhalation units;wherein the distributor of breathable gases comprises a communication unit in a form of preferably but not limited to a payment receiving terminal, the communication unit is configured to receive payment transactions for the distributed compressed breathable gases and communicate activating signal to the distributor of breathable gases to distribute breathable gases to one or more ...

STORAGE AND SUB-ATMOSPHERIC DELIVERY OF DOPANT COMPOSITIONS FOR CARBON ION IMPLANTATION

A supply source for delivery of a CO-containing dopant gas composition is provided. The composition includes a controlled amount of a diluent gas mixture such as xenon and hydrogen, which are each provided at controlled volumetric ratios to ensure optimal carbon ion implantation performance. The composition can be packaged as a dopant gas kit consisting of a CO-containing supply source and a diluent mixture supply source. Alternatively, the composition can be pre-mixed and introduced from a single source that can be actuated in response to a sub-atmospheric condition achieved along the discharge flow path to allow a controlled flow of the dopant mixture from the interior volume of the device into an ion source apparatus. 1. A dopant gas composition for use in an ion implantation process , comprising:an inert diluent gas mixture comprising xenon (Xe) and hydrogen (H2), wherein the Xe and the H2 are contained in an effective amount, said effective amount being in a volume ratio of Xe:H2 from about 0.02 to about 0.20; and{'sub': '2', 'a carbon-based material contained in a volume ratio of (Xe+H):(carbon-based material) ranging from about 0.10 to about 0.30.'}2. The dopant gas composition of claim 1 , wherein the dopant gas composition is located upstream of an ion source chamber.3. The dopant gas composition of claim 1 , wherein the dopant gas composition is located in an ion source chamber.4. A method for dispensing a dopant gas composition for ion implantation comprising:introducing one or more carbon-containing dopant gases into an ion source chamber;introducing a diluent gas composition into the ion source chamber in a volume ratio of Xe:H2 from about 0.02 to about 0.20;ionizing the one or more carbon-containing dopant gas sources to produce carbon ions; andimplanting the carbon ions into a substrate.5. A method of preparing an inert diluent gas mixture suitable for use in ion implantation claim 1 , comprising:filling a sub-atmospheric delivery and storage device ...

Composite Pressure Tank Identification and Tracking

Disclosed is a device, a system and methods for tracking conductive composite pressurized gaseous storage tanks. The system including anchoring an RFID device in a non-conductive blind boss, wherein the anchor material has a low dielectric and has minimal reflection if RF energy.

DEVICE FOR SUPPLYING PRESSURISED FLUID AND CORRESPONDING FLUID TRANSFER MEMBER

A device for supplying pressurized fluid, including at least one isolation shutter, the a fluid transfer member separate from the valve and from the tank and includes an internal circuit for transferring fluid, the transfer member and said first valve including coupling members that form a quick-connection system, in the position in which the transfer member is connected to the first valve, the internal circuit of the transfer member being fluidically connected to the internal circuit of the first valve, the device including a stop that is sensitive to the pressure in the internal circuits in order to lock the coupling members in the connected position when said pressure is greater than a given threshold, the stop being able to move between a first position not locking the coupling members and a second position locking the coupling members. 114.-. (canceled)15. A device for supplying pressurized fluid , comprising a tank of pressurized fluid provided with an orifice in which a first valve is fixed that houses an internal fluid circuit provided with at least one isolation shutter , the device comprising a fluid transfer member that forms a separate physical entity from the valve and from the tank , the transfer member comprising an internal circuit for transferring pressurized fluid , the transfer member and said first valve comprising respective coupling members that form a quick-connection system for removably connecting the transfer member to the valve , in the position in which the transfer member is connected to the first valve , the internal circuit of the transfer member being fluidically connected to the internal circuit of the first valve , the device comprising a stop that is sensitive to the pressure in at least one of the internal circuits in order to lock the coupling members in the connected position and to prevent the disconnection of the transfer member from the first valve when said pressure is greater than a given threshold , wherein the stop is ...

Improved liquid natural gas storage tank design

The present invention utilize a combination of wooden elements (20, 21), stainless steel membranes (22) and insulating materials in embodiments of the present invention. An object of the present invention is to be able to build the LNG tank separately from the building of the ship, and fit a complete or nearly complete LNG tank into the space of the ship hull when appropriate during the process of building the ship. Therefore, the building of the tank and the ship can be done in parallel, which by experience reduces the total time of building the ship considerably, and hence provide substantial cost savings.

System for monitoring gas level in a gas storage cylinder

The present invention is directed generally to the field carbonated beverage dispensing systems having a replaceable carbon dioxide storage cylinder. Such systems may be embodied in the form of a unitary apparatus including, but not exclusively, on-bench, under-bench or freestanding beverage cooling units. The invention may be embodied in the form of a beverage dispensing unit having a gas input connector configured to make gas tight connection to a gas container configured to hold a gas under pressure and a mass detection device. The gas input connector and mass detection device are arranged such that when a gas container is connected to the gas input connector, the mass detection device is capable of detecting a mass associated with the gas container. The unit may further have a gas container support extending from or about the mass detection device configured to maintain a gas container connected to the gas input connector in a position such that it bears on the mass detection device so as to allow the mass detection device to measure the mass of the gas container and any gas contained therein. Computer-implemented methods for monitoring the level of gas are also provided.

Pressurized gas accumulator, method for producing a pressurized gas accumulator, and device for carrying out the method

A pressurized gas accumulator has a hollow body which extends along a longitudinal axis and at least one connection piece. The hollow body has at least one layer of a weave structure with a plurality of warp threads running next to one another and a weft thread woven with the warp threads and oriented perpendicular thereto. The warp threads are oriented essentially parallel or essentially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the hollow body. A method for producing a pressurised gas accumulator and to a device for carrying out said method is also provided.

DEVICE FOR SUPPLYING PRESSURISED FLUID

A device including a tank of pressurized fluid provided with an orifice in which a first valve is fixed that includes a body of elongate overall shape extending along a longitudinal axis (A) between a first end connected to the tank and a second connection end, the device including a protective bonnet for protecting the first valve and delimiting a protective chamber around the first valve, the protective chamber being provided with an access opening the device including a fluid transfer member that forms a separate physical entity from the first valve and from the tank, the transfer member and the first valve including respective coupling members that form a quick-connection system for removably connecting the transfer member to the second end of the valve. 115-. (canceled)16. A device for supplying pressurized fluid , comprising a tank of pressurized fluid provided with an orifice in which a first valve is fixed that houses an internal fluid circuit provided with at least one isolation shutter , the first valve comprising a body of elongate overall shape extending along a longitudinal axis (A) between a first end connected to the tank and a second connection end , the device comprising a protective bonnet for protecting the first valve , the bonnet being mounted on the tank and delimiting a protective chamber around the first valve , said protective chamber being provided with an access opening for accessing the second end of the first valve , the device also comprising a fluid transfer member that forms a separate physical entity from the first valve and from the tank , the transfer member comprising an internal circuit for transferring pressurized fluid , the transfer member and said first valve comprising respective coupling members that form a quick-connection system for removably connecting the transfer member to the second end of the valve , in the position in which the transfer member is connected to the first valve , the internal circuit of the transfer ...

Sealed and thermally insulative tank integrated into a supporting structure

A sealed and thermally insulative tank includes thermal installation including a plurality of juxtaposed insulation blocks on the supporting structure and a seal including a plurality of sealing metal plates disposed on the insulation blocks and welded to each other. Mechanical coupling members extend through the thermal insulation at the level of the edges of the insulation blocks and hold the insulation blocks in bearing engagement on the supporting structure. The metal plates are disposed so that the edges of the metal plates are offset relative to the edges of the underlying insulation blocks. The metal plates are held in bearing engagement on the insulation blocks only by the coupling members. The mechanical coupling members are attached to the metal plates at the level of attachment points away from the edges of the metal plates.

Hydrogen storage container

A hydrogen storage container has an inner side resin layer that comes into contact with hydrogen gas that is introduced into the container, a barrier layer which is disposed on the outside of the inner side resin layer and which prevents permeation of hydrogen gas, and an outer side resin layer comprising a resin. Among these layers, the inner side resin layer comprises a polyethylene-based resin, and if the thickness of the barrier layer is denoted by Y and the thickness of the inner side resin layer is denoted by X, the thickness X satisfies formula (1). Moreover, D in formula (1) is the diffusion coefficient of the polyethylene-based resin, as determined by means of a differential pressure method at 50° C.

High-pressure vessel unit

A high-pressure vessel unit includes: plural cylindrical vessels arrayed inside a case, with end portions of the vessels on one side in the axial direction thereof being equipped with openings; a coupling member connected to the openings of the vessels to couple the plural vessels and includes a flow passage that communicates the insides of the vessels; a lead-out pipe that is leads out to the outside of the case from the coupling member through a through hole formed in the case; securing members that secure the coupling member to the case; and a retention mechanism that retains portions of the vessels on the axial direction other side of the end portions on the one side in the axial direction such that those portions of the vessels on the axial direction other side are movable in the axial direction relative to the case.

Compressed natural gas fueling system with integrated fill receptacle

A compressed natural gas fueling system includes a frame arrangement with at least one tank disposed therein and an inlet that can receive a compressed natural gas fueling nozzle to fill the at least one tank. The fueling system can be attached with and supported by frame rails behind a cabin of a vehicle such that the inlet is positioned above the frame rails.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE EFFECTIVE, RELIABLE AND FOOLPROOF DELIVERY OF CONTROLLED AMOUNTS OF A MEDICAL FLUID

A method for using COas a contrast material in medical imaging procedures is disclosed. The method includes providing a source of pressurized CO. The step of providing includes connecting the source of pressurized CO2 to a compressed gas unit for controlling delivery of the CO. The method also includes regulating pressure of the COdelivered by the compressed gas unit, transmitting the pressurized COfrom the compressed gas unit to a control valve assembly for delivery to a patient in controlled dosages, and sequentially processing the COwith the control valve assembly and delivering the COto the patient as a contrast media. 15-. (canceled)6. A method for using COas a contrast material in medical imaging procedures , comprising:{'sub': 2', '2', '2, 'providing a source of pressurized CO, wherein the source of pressurized COis a cartridge filled with compressed CO;'}{'sub': 2', '2', '2, 'connecting the source of pressurized COto a compressed gas unit for controlling delivery of the CO, and the compressed gas unit includes a pressure regulator outputting COat a selected level of pressure;'}{'sub': '2', 'regulating pressure of the COdelivered by the compressed gas unit; and'}{'sub': '2', 'transmitting the pressurized COfrom the compressed gas unit to a control valve assembly for delivery to a patient as a contrast media in controlled dosages patient as a contrast media.'} This application is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/857,448, filed Apr. 5, 2013, entitled “Portable Medical Gas Delivery System”, which is currently pending, which is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/068,680, filed May 17, 2011, entitled “Apparatus and Process for Producing CO2 Enriched Medical Foam”, which is currently pending, which is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/652,845, filed Jan. 8, 2010, entitled “Portable Medical Gas Delivery System”, which is abandoned, which is a continuation in part of U.S. patent ...

Lng tank and operation of the same

Disclosed is a liquefied natural gas storage apparatus. The apparatus includes a heat insulated tank and liquefied natural gas contained in the tank. The tank has heat insulation sufficient to maintain liquefied natural gas therein such that most of the liquefied natural gas stays in liquid. The contained liquefied natural gas has a vapor pressure from about 0.3 bar to about 2 bar. The apparatus further includes a safety valve configured to release a part of liquefied natural gas contained in the tank when a vapor pressure of liquefied natural gas within the tank becomes higher than a cut-off pressure. The cut-off pressure is from about 0.3 bar to about 2 bar.

THERMALLY INSULATING SEALED TANK COMPRISING A REINFORCING INSULATING PLUG

A sealed and thermally insulating tank for storing fluid has a wall including a supporting structure, a primary thermal insulation barrier and a primary sealing membrane lying against the primary thermal insulation barrier, contacting the stored fluid. The primary thermal insulation barrier includes a primary insulating panel which includes a bearing zone collaborating with an anchoring device bearing against the bearing zone of the external rigid plate holding it toward the supporting structure. The primary thermal insulation barrier includes a reinforcing insulating plug extending, in the thickness direction, from the bearing zone of the external rigid plate to a specific zone of the primary sealing membrane to take up the compressive forces on the specific zone of the primary sealing membrane. The reinforcing insulating plug includes a polymer foam layer having a compressive yield strength greater than that of the polymer foam layer of the primary insulating panel. 113565. A sealed and thermally insulating tank for storing a fluid having a wall () comprising , in a thickness direction from the exterior toward the interior of the tank , a supporting structure () , a primary thermal insulation barrier () and a primary sealing membrane () which lies against the primary thermal insulation barrier () and is intended to be in contact with the fluid stored in the tank;{'b': 5', '16', '19', '17', '19', '19', '6', '17', '35', '36', '17', '19', '37', '37', '19', '38', '38', '37', '19', '3, 'the primary thermal insulation barrier () comprising a primary insulating panel () including an external rigid plate () and a polymer foam layer () which is fixed on the external rigid plate () and is disposed between the external rigid plate () and the primary sealing membrane (), the polymer foam layer () having a recess (, ) which extends through the whole thickness of the polymer foam layer () and which forms, at the external rigid plate (), a bearing zone (), the bearing zone () of ...

Reconfigurable and scalable compressed natural gas refilling station

A reconfigurable and scalable fluid distribution system including a compression unit, a storage unit, and a control unit. The compression unit, storage unit and the control unit are in fluid, electronic and electrical communication with one another and are coupled together in a stacked relationship, each in abutting relation to the next. Additional compression, storage and/or control units may be coupled in abutting relationship to an existing stack of coupled units. A method of assembling a reconfigurable and scalable fluid distribution system. A method of dispensing fluid via a reconfigurable and scalable fluid distribution system. A control unit for use in a reconfigurable and scalable fluid distribution system.

FUEL CELL VEHICLE

A fuel cell vehicle includes a fuel cell, a fuel storage container, a container installation space, a fill lid box, and a fuel gas detector. The fuel cell is to generate power through an electrochemical reaction between a fuel gas and an oxidant gas. At least part of the fuel storage container is disposed in the container installation space. The fill lid box includes a gas fill port inside the fill lid box and has a communication hole to connect an inside of the fill lid box with the container installation space. The fuel gas is to be supplied through the gas fill port into the fuel storage container from an outside of the fuel cell vehicle. The fuel gas detector is disposed inside the fill lid box to detect a fuel gas leakage and to detect a fuel gas density in the container installation space. 1. A fuel cell vehicle , comprising:a fuel cell that generates power through an electrochemical reaction with a fuel gas and an oxidant gas;a fuel storage container that stores the fuel gas, at least part of the fuel storage container being disposed in a container installation space;a fill lid box in which a gas fill port that allows the fuel gas to be inserted therethrough into the fuel storage container from outside the vehicle is disposed, the fill lid box having a communication hole that connects an inside of the fill lid box with the container installation space; anda fuel gas detector that is disposed inside the fill lid box and that detects a fuel gas leakage,wherein a fuel gas density in the container installation space is detectable by the fuel gas detector.2. The fuel cell vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a fill pipe that connects a fuel gas inlet port of the fuel storage container with the gas fill port;an open-close valve disposed in the fuel gas inlet port; anda duct member that surrounds the fill pipe and the open-close valve so as to keep the fill pipe and the open-close valve hermetically enclosed,wherein the duct member is connected to the ...

High-pressure vessel

A reinforcement layer of a high-pressure vessel has a plurality of low helical layers. In at least one of the (i−1)-th low helical layer and the i-th low helical layer, the difference between the diameter of an opening formed in an end portion of the (i−1)-th low helical layer and the diameter of an opening formed in an end portion of the i-th low helical layer is equal to or larger than the width of the band-shaped fiber when an inclination angle WA of the band-shaped fiber is equal to or smaller than a second angle smaller than a first angle.

TRANSPORT CONTAINER

A transport container for helium, with an inner container for receiving the helium, a coolant container for receiving a cryogenic liquid (N), an outer container, in which the inner container and the coolant container are contained, a thermal shield, in which the inner container is contained and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid (LN), the thermal shield having at least one first cooling line, in which the liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the thermal shield, and an insulating element, which is arranged between the outer container and the thermal shield and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid (GN), the insulating element having at least one second cooling line, in which the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received. 1. A transport container for helium comprising:an inner container for receiving helium,a coolant container for receiving a cryogenic liquid,an outer container in which the inner container and the coolant container are contained,a thermal shield which the inner container is contained and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid, wherein the thermal shield has at least one first cooling line in which the liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the thermal shield, andan insulating element arranged between the outer container and the thermal shield and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid, wherein the insulating element has at least one second cooling line in which the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the insulating element,wherein the at least one second cooling line is in direct fluid connection with the coolant container in order for the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid to be received from the coolant container.2. The transport container ...

Cryogenic liquid tank

A cryogenic liquid tank ( 1 ) includes a reservoir ( 5 ) that includes a bottom portion ( 5 a, 5 a 1 , or 5 a 2 ) and a side wall ( 5 b ), a support portion ( 4 ) that supports the reservoir ( 5 ), and an intermediate member ( 10 ) that is provided between the reservoir ( 5 ) and the support portion ( 4 ). The support portion ( 4 ) includes an outer support portion ( 4 b ) which supports the side wall ( 5 b ), and an inner support portion ( 4 a ) which is disposed to be adjacent to an inner side of the outer support portion ( 4 b ), includes a heat insulating layer formed of an elastic material, and supports the bottom portion ( 5 a, 5 a 1 , or 5 a 2 ) of the reservoir ( 5 ). A cover portion ( 9 a, 9 a 1 , or 15 ) covering a boundary between the outer support portion ( 4 b ) and the inner support portion ( 4 a ) is provided between the support portion ( 4 ) and the intermediate member ( 10 ).

PALLET FOR CYLINDERS, METHOD FOR ARRANGING CYLINDERS IN A PALLET, AND PALLET WITH CYLINDERS

The invention relates to the field of transportation and storage of gas cylinders, and specifically to a container for gas cylinders, in particular, cylinders for pressurized or liquefied gas, a method for arranging gas cylinders in the container, in particular, cylinders for pressurized or liquefied gas, and a container with gas cylinders, in particular, cylinders for pressurized or liquefied gas. The container for gas cylinders comprises a housing and at least one pipeline positioned to be connected with the gas cylinders in the lower part of the framework. The method comprises arranging the gas cylinders in a framework of the container; and connecting at least one pipeline with the gas cylinders in a lower part of the framework. The container with gas cylinders comprises a framework; at least one gas cylinder; and at least one pipeline connected with the at least one gas cylinder in a lower part of the framework. The technical effect involves simplification and expediting of the removal of condensate and impurities from the gas cylinders during handling the container containing the gas cylinders, in particular, the gas cylinders for natural gas. The additional technical effect is the reduction of the amount of condensate and impurities in the gas cylinders, in particular, the gas cylinders for natural gas, during handling the container containing the gas cylinders, in particular, the gas cylinders for natural gas. 1. A container for gas cylinders , the container comprising a framework and at least one pipeline positioned to be connected with the gas cylinders in a lower part of the framework.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the container comprises means for fastening the gas cylinders to the framework.3. The container of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pipeline is connectable with the gas cylinders by means of at least one connection fitting.4. The container of claim 2 , wherein the means for fastening gas cylinders to the framework are configured to ...

Method of heating a cryogenic liquid

A method of heating a cryogenic liquid contained in a cryogenic tank including a gas headspace. The method includes heating the cryogenic liquid by injecting gas at higher temperature under a free surface of the cryogenic liquid.

ENCLOSURE PRESSURIZATION DEVICE

A pressurization device for pressurizing an enclosure may include a container containing a pressurized fluid, a pin that is inserted into the container, an actuator, and a heating device operably coupled to the actuator. The actuator may initially hold the pin in a closed position and allow the pin to move to an open position, disengaging from the container when the actuator increases in temperature. The pressurized fluid may force the pin toward the open position to release the pressurized fluid from the container. The actuator may include a frangible hollow bulb configured to fracture at a pre-defined temperature. The pressurized fluid may be vented into the enclosure through at least one fluid passage in fluid communication between the enclosure and the container. 1. A pressurization device comprising:a container containing a pressurized fluid;a pin that is inserted into the container; andan actuator that initially holds the pin in a closed position, and that allows the pin to move to an open position when the actuator increases in temperature, thereby disengaging from the container to release the pressurized fluid from the container.2. The pressurization device of claim 1 , wherein a heating device is operably coupled to the actuator.3. The pressurization device of claim 1 , whereinthe actuator is a thermally-responsive actuator that includes a frangible hollow bulb containing a liquid that increases pressure within the frangible hollow bulb in response to increased temperature, thereby fracturing the frangible hollow bulb and allowing disengagement of the pin.4. The pressurization device of claim 3 , wherein a heating device is operably coupled to the frangible hollow bulb.5. The pressurization device of claim 4 , wherein the heating device is an electric match.6. The pressurization device of claim 4 , wherein the heating device is a resistive wire.7. The pressurization device of further comprising:a housing coupled to an end of the container and defining a ...

SEALED AND THERMALLY INSULATING TANK WITH ANTI-CONVECTIVE FILLER ELEMENT

The invention relates to a sealed and thermally insulating tank for storing a fluid, wherein a tank wall comprises, successively in a thickness direction, a secondary thermal insulation barrier (), a secondary sealing membrane (), a primary thermal insulation barrier () and a primary sealing membrane (), wherein the secondary sealing membrane () is a corrugated metal membrane comprising a series of parallel corrugations () forming channels and flat portions located between said corrugations (), and wherein anti-convection filler elements () are disposed in the corrugations () of the secondary sealing membrane () to generate a head loss in said channels. 11223421566475425262526642416202225264. A sealed and thermally insulating tank for storing a fluid , wherein a tank wall comprises , successively in a thickness direction , a secondary thermal insulation barrier () comprising a plurality of juxtaposed secondary insulating elements () , the secondary insulating elements () being retained against a support wall () , a secondary sealing membrane () supported by the secondary insulating elements () of the secondary thermal insulation barrier () , a primary thermal insulation barrier () comprising a plurality of juxtaposed primary insulating elements () , the primary insulating elements () being retained against the secondary sealing membrane () , and a primary sealing membrane () supported by the primary thermal insulation barrier () and intended to be in contact with the cryogenic fluid contained in the tank , wherein the secondary sealing membrane () is a corrugated metal membrane comprising a series of parallel corrugations ( , ) forming channels and flat portions located between said corrugations ( , ) , the primary insulating elements () having an external face covering the flat portions of the secondary sealing membrane () , the secondary insulating elements () having an internal face supporting the flat portions of the secondary sealing membrane () , wherein anti- ...

Handle assembly for a portable pressurized gas cylinder

Provided is a handle assembly for a cylinder. The handle assembly includes a shroud configured to attach to a collar of the cylinder to surround a valve port of the cylinder, the shroud having a first plurality of circumferentially spaced deflectable fingers extending downward in a first direction, and a second plurality of circumferentially spaced deflectable fingers extending upward in a second direction, and a handle configured to attach to the shroud, the handle having a body configured to surround and abut the shroud, and a first plurality of circumferentially spaced openings extending through the body. The first plurality of circumferentially spaced deflectable fingers are deflectable to engage respective openings in the collar to attach the shroud to the collar, and the second plurality of circumferentially spaced deflectable fingers are deflectable to engage a respective one of the first plurality of circumferentially spaced openings in the handle.

Methods and systems for generating tracing information for gas cylinders

Methods for generating tracing information for gas cylinders are provided comprising a metal cylinder body manufactured from an unrefined metal piece, wherein such a method comprises the steps of equipping the metal piece with an individual marking, identifying, during at least one transformation or control step of the piece, an identification code of the piece by reading the individual marking and associating one or more process parameters of the transformation step or control results with the identification code, and storing the process parameters and the association with the identification code in a database. Systems for generating tracing information for gas cylinders are also provided.

Layered Inspectable Pressure Vessel for CNG Storage and Transportation

An inspectable pressure vessel ( 10 ) for containing a fluid such as CNG, the vessel having a generally cylindrical shape over a majority of its length, at least one opening for gas loading and offloading and for liquid evacuation, at least one stainless steel layer as a first layer ( 100 ) for being in contact with the fluid when the fluid is contained within the vessel, the first layer being made of low-carbon stainless steel, and a further external composite layer ( 200 ) made of at least one fiber-reinforced polymer layer that will not be in contact with the fluid when the fluid is contained within the vessel.

Transport container and method

The invention relates to a transport container for helium, comprising an inner container for receiving the helium, an insulation element that is provided on the exterior of the inner container, a coolant container for receiving a cryogenic liquid, an outer container in which the inner container and the coolant container are received, and a thermal shield which can be actively cooled with the aid of the cryogenic liquid and in which the inner container is received, wherein a peripheral gap is provided between the insulation element and the thermal shield, and said insulation element comprises an electrodeposited copper layer that faces the thermal shield.

High pressure tank device and method of detecting leakage in high pressure tank device

A high pressure tank device includes a high pressure tank configured to supply/discharge a fluid through a supply/discharge channel, a first storage part, a leakage detection sensor provided in the first storage part for detecting leakage of the fluid, and a second storage part. The high pressure tank includes a resin liner, a reinforcement layer which covers an outer surface of the liner, and a cap having a supply/discharge hole. The first storage part can store a first fluid. The first fluid is at least one of the fluid that leaked from the supply/discharge channel and the fluid that leaked through the inside of the supply/discharge hole. The second storage part is provided independently from the first storage part, and can store a second fluid. The second fluid is the fluid that leaked from the outside of the supply/discharge hole.

Fuel transfer station and refillable fuel cell for fuel transfer station

A fuel transfer station may provide for the refilling of fuel canisters providing fuel to combustion powered equipment. The fuel transfer station may include a base, a frame coupled to the base, a first connection port and a second connection port provided in the base, and fluid flow lines connecting the first connection port and the second connection port. A supply tank may be supported by the frame and detachably connected to the first connection port. A fuel canister to be refilled may be detachably connected to the second connection port. Fuel contained in the supply tank may be selectively supplied to the fuel canister through the fluid flow lines in response to a pressure gradient drawing the fuel into the fuel canister.

METHOD FOR CALCULATING THE AUTONOMY OF A GAS DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLY

A method for calculating the autonomy of a gas distribution system assembly including a container containing gas and equipped with at least one gas filling indicator device and a gas flow rate indicator device at the output of the container. The method includes recovering at least one item of identification information on the container and/or the gas used. The method also includes acquiring at least one image to recover a first datum on a value indicated by the gas filling indicator device and a second datum on a value indicated by the flow rate indicator device. The method also includes communicating the at least one acquired image and the at least one recovered tern of identification to a computation module configured to deduce therefrom a corresponding value of autonomy of the gas distribution assembly, the computation module including at least the ability to process images. 1. A communicating mobile device program comprising program code portions and capable of being launched or downloaded on the communicating mobile device on reading a recognition chip borne by a gas distribution assembly , for the execution of a method , when the communicating mobile device program is run on the communicating mobile device , according to which , on the basis of the information registered on the gas distribution assembly , a definition is made as to whether an item of the information on a gas containers autonomy is directly usable , and a request for the acquisition of an image by the user is made if not , in order to start a computation method comprising the gas container comprising an outlet and containing gas and equipped with at least one gas filling indicator device and a gas flow rate indicator device at the outlet of the gas container , the method:recovering at least one item of identification information on the gas container and/or a quantity of gas used,acquiring, via the communicating mobile device, at least one image to recover a first datum on a value indicated by ...

Propellant tank for spacecraft and spacecraft

To provide a propellant tank such as a fuel tank and an oxidant tank for a spacecraft, the propellant tank discharging propellant such as liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen accumulated therein toward a rocket engine by pressurizing an inside thereof by operating gas. The propellant tank includes a tank body that accumulates therein the propellant in a liquid state, and a holding container that is provided inside the tank body and disposed with a predetermined gap from an inner wall of the tank body, so that the propellant in a liquid state can be held therein, when the inside of the tank body is in a microgravity state or a zero-gravity state.

High pressure gas container and method for manufacturing high pressure gas container

In a high pressure gas container with a container body having a fusible plug valve and a boss portion arranged at a position different from the fusible plug valve, each of the fusible plug valve and the boss portion has a higher heat conductivity than the container body, the fusible plug valve and the boss portion are connected by a heat conductor and the heat conductor is accommodated in the container body.

Hybrid refueling station and method for refueling

Provided is a hybrid refueling station, including: a liquefied fuel unit, a gaseous fuel unit, a temperature management system and a dispensing unit. By combining the liquefied fuel unit with the gaseous fuel unit, boil-off fuel from the liquefied fuel unit is recovered into the gaseous fuel unit, which avoids boil-off loss of liquefied fuel. Provided also is a method for refueling in a hybrid refueling station. By using the gaseous fuel unit to perform a refueling operation during start-up of the liquefied fuel unit, the problem in the prior art of a delay during start-up when the liquefied fuel unit is used is overcome.

FASTENING DEVICE FOR FASTENING AN OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR

A fastening device for fastening an oxygen concentrator has a receiving body extending in a longitudinal direction. The receiving body has a side facing the concentrator and a side facing away from the concentrator. The receiving body has at least one receiving element on the facing side and at least one fixing device on the facing-away side. A securing device is arranged on the receiving body, wherein the securing device has a latching mechanism. 111051210111105052201020. Fastening device () for fastening an oxygen concentrator , having a receiving body () extending in a longitudinal direction (L) , which has a side facing () the oxygen concentrator which has been received and a side facing away (S) from the oxygen concentrator which has been received , the receiving body () having two receiving elements () on the facing side (S) , the receiving body () having at least one fixing device () on the facing-away side () , characterized in that a securing device () for securing the oxygen concentrator received on the receiving elements is arranged on the receiving body () , wherein the securing device () has a latching mechanism.2203030. Fastening device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the securing device () has a clamping profile () claim 1 , wherein the clamping profile () has an L-shaped design.3202121. Fastening device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the securing device () has a guide element () claim 1 , wherein in particular at least one spring element and at least one linear guide are arranged in the guide element ().430313231213332. Fastening device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the clamping profile () has a first leg () and a second leg () at right angles thereto claim 1 , wherein the first leg () is guided linearly in the guide element () and a slide () is arranged on an upper side of the second leg ().53432. Fastening device according to claim 1 , characterized in that a plastic element () is arranged on an underside ...

Gas filling method

A hydrogen gas filling method includes: a step for acquiring a pre-supply upstream pressure that is a pressure in a station side of a piping at time t 0 , a step for starting the supply of hydrogen gas from the station at time t 1 that is after the pre-supply upstream pressure is acquired, a step for acquiring a post-supply upstream pressure at time t 2 that is immediate after the supply of hydrogen gas starts, a step for acquiring a start-time flowrate that is a flowrate of hydrogen gas at the same period as the step for starting, a step for estimating the pressure loss generated in the piping at the time of the supply by using the pre-supply upstream pressure, post-supply upstream pressure, and the start-time flowrate, and a step for stopping the supply of hydrogen gas so that a tank pressure conforms with a predetermined target pressure.

GAS FILLING METHOD

Provided is a gas filling method capable of accurately determining the initial pressure in a tank while minimizing increase in temperature and pressure regardless of the capacity of the tank. The gas filling method for connecting a supply source to a tank via a piping, and filling the tank with the gas, the method includes: an initial-filling initiation step of opening a flow control valve provided in the piping to start initial filling; a pressure-variation acquisition step of obtaining a pressure variation per unit time at a predetermined detection point downstream of the flow control valve in the piping; an initial-pressure detection step of obtaining a pressure at the detection point at a time specified using the pressure variation, and considering that pressure as the initial pressure in the tank; and a main-filling initiation step of starting main filling using the initial pressure. 1. A gas filling method for connecting a supply source of compressed gas to a tank mounted on a mobile object via a piping , and filling the tank with the gas from the supply source , the method comprises:an initial-filling initiation step of opening a flow control valve provided in the piping to start initial filling;a pressure-variation acquisition step of obtaining a pressure variation per unit time or per unit mass at a predetermined detection point downstream of the flow control valve in the piping;an initial-pressure detection step of obtaining a pressure at the detection point at a time specified using the pressure variation, and taking that pressure as the initial pressure in the tank; anda main-filling initiation step of starting main filling using the initial pressure.2. The gas filling method according to claim 1 , wherein the flow control valve is controlled so that the flow rate of the gas which flows through the piping becomes constant in the initial filling.3. The gas filling method according to claim 2 , wherein the pressure at the detection point is obtained when ...

Precast and prestressed concrete tank with temporary construction opening

A precast, prestressed concrete tank and method that facilitates construction of a primary inner tank within a secondary outer tank, and which permits for the construction of the primary inner tank after the secondary outer tank has been erected, but without requiring insertion through a top of the secondary outer tank, or by tunneling underneath the secondary outer tank, is disclosed. The primary inner tank has an inner wall and the secondary outer tank has an outer wall (precast, prestressed concrete) and wire windings. The primary inner tank is disposed inside of the secondary outer tank. The secondary outer tank has a plurality of first precast outer wall panels, and a temporary construction opening frame. The temporary construction opening frame defines an access doorway during construction of the tank. The temporary construction opening frame is disposed on a foundation base slab.

Bilobe or multilobe tank

An exemplary bilobe or multilobe tank for storing liquefied natural gas includes at least two tank sections, each tank section having a curved upper surface and curved bottom surface, the tank sections being joined to each other so that the tank has an undulating upper surface and an undulating lower surface. Each tank section is connected to an adjacent tank section with at least one connecting duct so that a horizontal flow path is formed between the lowermost points of the adjacent tank sections or between the uppermost points of the adjacent tank sections.

SET FOR DISPENSING LIQUEFIED GAS

A set () for dispensing liquefied gas from a vessel () comprises a supporting structure (), a pump () and a conditioning system (). The supporting structure is designed for maintaining both the pump and the conditioning system inside the vessel when the set is in operation condition for dispensing a flow of liquefied gas. The set allows easy handling, simple fitting to the vessel and easy removal from the vessel because a main part of said set can be handled as a one-block element. 2104211ab. Set () according to claim 1 , wherein the conditioning system () is suitable for cooling or warming up the flow of liquefied gas driven by the pump () claim 1 , on-the-fly during travelling of said flow of liquefied gas from the suction end () to the discharge end () when the set is in operation condition.3104100. Set () according to claim 1 , wherein the conditioning system () is suitable for cooling or warming up the gas in liquid phase contained in the vessel ().41011142ba. Set () according to claim 1 , arranged so that claim 1 , when the set is in operation condition claim 1 , the discharge end () of the supporting structure () is located higher than the suction end () along vertical direction claim 1 , and the supporting structure is further adapted for maintaining the conditioning system () higher than the pump () along the vertical direction.51071124ab. Set () according to claim 1 , further comprising a peripheral wall () extending from the suction end () to the discharge end () claim 1 , and surrounding both the pump () and the conditioning system () when the set is in operation condition.6105726. Set () according to claim 4 , further comprising a pipe () to be arranged within a volume (V) internal to the peripheral wall () for conducting the liquefied gas flow from the pump () to the liquid outlet () claim 4 ,{'b': 1', '3', '5', '7', '10, 'and wherein a height of the supporting structure () is suitable so that a gas volume exists below the sealing assembly () but the ...

External fuel metering valve with shuttle mechanism

A handheld combustion powered fastening tool may include a driving system that drives fasteners into workpieces in response to combustion of fuel by the driving system. A fuel delivery system may supply fuel to the driving system. The fuel delivery system may include a fuel canister storing liquid fuel, such as liquid hydrocarbons such as propane, and a fuel metering valve supplying a previously set amount, or volume, of fuel from the fuel canister to the driving system for combustion.

GAS SUPPLY DEVICE

A gas supply device includes a capsule for storing a gas under pressure, the capsule having a mouth; a closure at the mouth of the capsule in the form of a pierceable diaphragm; a cap fixedly and permanently secured to the capsule over the mouth; a passage through the cap permitting external access to the diaphragm; and a valve member in the passage, the valve member having a forward face carrying a diaphragm-piercing device, and being able to be urged by application of a diaphragm-piercing force against a bias of a spring to cause the diaphragm-piercing device to pierce the diaphragm and thereby release gas from the capsule into the passage, and a rearward face which on removal of the diaphragm-piercing force is biased by the spring into a valve-closing position in which gas is retained under pressure in the capsule. 1. A gas supply device comprising:a capsule for storing a gas under pressure, the capsule having a mouth;a closure at the mouth of the capsule in the form of a pierceable diaphragm:a cap fixedly and permanently secured to the capsule over the mouth;a passage through the cap permitting external access to the diaphragm; anda valve member in the passage, the valve member having a forward face carrying a diaphragm-piercing device, and being able to be urged by application of a diaphragm-piercing force against a bias of a spring to cause the diaphragm-piercing device to pierce the diaphragm and thereby release gas from the capsule into the passage, and a rearward face which on removal of the diaphragm-piercing force is biased by the spring into a valve-closing position in which gas is retained under pressure in the capsule.2. The gas supply device of claim 1 , wherein the cap has an external surface of a configuration enabling the gas supply device to be coupled to another device in which the gas is to be used.3. The gas supply device of claim 2 , wherein the external surface of the cap has a screw thread.4. The gas supply device of claim 1 , further ...

Device for Protecting a High-Pressure Gas Tank in a Motor Vehicle, High-Pressure Gas Tank for a Motor Vehicle, and Method for the Production of a High-Pressure Gas Tank

A device is provided for protecting a high-pressure gas tank in a motor vehicle The device has an intumescent layer which is arranged and designed such that the intumescent layer at least partially shields the high-pressure gas tank. The intumescent layer includes an intumescent metal material. 1. A device for protecting a high-pressure gas tank of a motor vehicle , comprising:an intumescent layer disposed and configured so as to at least partially shield the high-pressure gas tank, whereinthe intumescent layer comprises an intumescent metal material.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer is fastened directly to the high-pressure gas tank.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the intumescent layer at least partially bears on the high-pressure gas tank.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer at least partially bears on the high-pressure gas tank.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent metal material is an intumescent aluminum material.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer encloses at least half of a cross-section of the high-pressure gas tank.7. The device according to claim 5 , wherein the intumescent layer encloses at least half of a cross-section of the high-pressure gas tank.8. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer is configured to have a C-shaped cross-section in an interior of which the high-pressure gas tank is at least partially receivable.9. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer is configured as a tube in an interior of which the high-pressure gas tank is at least partially receivable.10. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer has a wall thickness of 0.1 mm to 40 mm.11. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layer has a wall thickness of 3 mm to 20 mm.12. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the intumescent layers has a wall thickness of 6 mm to 15 ...

GAS STORAGE SYSTEM

A portable subsea storage tank for the storage of gas products under pressure or oil products consisting of pipeline sections in an array which can be coated in specialist coatings and recovered for inspection and re-use. A method of self-installing the subsea storage tank is also described. 1. A portable subsea storage tank for the storage of gas products under pressure or oil products comprising:an array of pipe members, the pipe members connected together and configured to contain a fluid for storage;a framework to hold the pipe members in the array;a hull supporting the framework and providing transportation of the storage tank to and from a quayside to a location on the seabed and subsequent re-use at different locations;ballast capacity to control the descent/ascent of the storage tank; andan anchoring arrangement to hold the storage tank in position to the seabed.2. The portable subsea storage tank according to wherein the pipe members are formed from a plurality of pipe sections which are connected by at least one pipe bend of minimum 60°.3. The portable subsea storage tank according to wherein the plurality of pipe sections are connected together as a continuous long section comprising of multiple turns to form a total length of at least double that of a length of the storage tank.4. The portable subsea storage tank according to wherein the plurality of pipe sections are connected one to another with a conduit claim 2 , the conduit having a smaller diameter than the pipe sections.5. The portable subsea storage tank according to wherein the framework includes connection means for installation of a pig launcher at a first location on the array and a pig receiver at a second location on the array to allow pipeline inspection claim 1 , cleaning and flushing activities to be performed.6. The portable subsea storage tank according to wherein one or more of the pipe sections include separate internal storage cylinders of at least one non-metallic high strength ...

Energy Recovery System for a Mobile Machine

The disclosure is directed to an energy recovery system for a mobile machine The energy recovery system may include a tank configured to store a liquid fuel for combustion within an engine of the mobile machine, and a first reservoir configured to receive gaseous fuel formed in the tank. The energy recovery system may also include a conduit disposed around the tank that may be fluidly connected to the first reservoir. The energy recovery system may also include a second reservoir fluidly connected to the conduit, and an energy recovery configured to generate work utilizing a temperature gradient between gaseous fuel disposed within the first and second reservoirs.

Concentric Shells for Compressed Gas Storage

Gas containment vessels are provided that are comprised of an inner corrosion resistant shell made of lower strength steel alloy or aluminum alloy or thermoplastic polymer, and an outer concentric shell constructed of high strength, albeit lower corrosion resistant, metal or fiber-reinforced composite. The fiber can comprise filaments derived from basaltic rocks, the filaments having been immersed in a thermosetting or thermoplastic polymer matrix, and comingled with carbon, glass or aramid fibers such that there is load sharing between the basaltic fibers and carbon, glass or aramid fibers.

Valve for pressurized fluid

Valve for pressurized fluid, comprising a body housing a fluid circuit that has an upstream end and a downstream end, the circuit including a valve mechanism for controlling the flow rate, the valve mechanism being controlled by a lever mounted on the body housing so as to pivot between a rest position, a first state, and an active position, a second state, the lever including a gripping portion extending in a longitudinal direction between a lower terminal end and an upper terminal end, the gripping portion being configured to be handled, the lever also including a mounting portion mounted on the body in an articulated manner at at least one rotation axis, the mounting portion being connected to the gripping portion and extending transversely with respect to the gripping portion, wherein the mounting portion is connected to the gripping portion at a central part of the gripping portion.

DISPOSABLE SINGLE-USE CARTRIDGE FOR HOLDING COMPRESSED MEDICAL GAS

A single-use cartridge accommodating a medical gas includes an elongate, generally cylindrical body having an interior chamber accommodating a compressed and sterile medical grade gas therein. The body is inwardly tapered proximate one end thereof and is joined to a reduced diameter and generally cylindrical leading end portion. The leading end portion including an opening communicably connected to the interior chamber of the cartridge body. The opening is selectively opened to allow for opening of the cartridge such that the compressed medical gas contained within the interior chamber of the cartridge is deliverable through the opening for use in a medical procedure. The cylindrical body and the end portion include a triple washed construction for holding the medical grade gas within the interior chamber of the cylindrical body under pressure. 1. A single-use cartridge accommodating a medical gas , the cartridge comprising:an elongate, generally cylindrical body having an interior chamber accommodating a compressed and sterile medical grade gas therein, the body being inwardly tapered proximate one end thereof and joined to a reduced diameter and generally cylindrical leading end portion, the leading end portion including an opening communicably connected to the interior chamber of the cartridge body,the opening being selectively opened to allow for opening of the cartridge such that the compressed medical gas contained within the interior chamber of the cartridge is deliverable through the opening for use in a medical procedure, wherein the cylindrical body and the end portion include a triple washed construction for holding the medical grade gas within the interior chamber of the cylindrical body under pressure.2. The single-use cartridge according to claim 1 , wherein the leading end portion includes threads.3. The single-use cartridge according to claim 1 , wherein the leading end portion does not include threads.4. The single-use cartridge according to claim 1 ...

Gas supply device and method for starting operation of gas supply device

A gas supply device for supplying a hydrogen gas to a dispenser of a hydrogen station includes: a refrigerant flow path through which a refrigerant for cooling the gas before being discharged from the dispenser flows; a refrigerator that can cool the refrigerant; a cooling device that can cool the refrigerant by latent heat when liquid hydrogen changes to the hydrogen gas; and a control unit that performs control to activate the refrigerator while stopping the cooling device when a condition set in advance is satisfied after performing control to activate the cooling device in activation of the hydrogen station.

CONTAINER FOR STORING A COMPOSITION COMPRISING TETRAFLUOROPROPENE AND METHOD FOR STORING SAME

The invention relates to a container housing a composition comprising tetrafluoropropene. The container is made from metal and includes an inner surface, said inner surface being in contact with the composition and being at least partially covered with a coating containing zinc. Advantageously, the aforementioned composition comprises at least 15 wt.-% tetrafluoropropene relative to the total weight of the composition. 117.-. (canceled)18. A container containing a composition , said container being made from metal and comprising an inner surface , wherein at least a portion of said inner surface is in contact with said composition and wherein said portion in contact with said composition is at least partially covered with a coating comprising zinc; said composition comprising at least 15% by weight of tetrafluoropropene relative to the total weight of the composition.19. The container of claim 18 , wherein at least 90% of said portion of inner surface in contact with said composition is covered with a coating comprising zinc.20. The container of claim 18 , wherein the container is made from steel.21. The container of claim 20 , wherein the container is made from carbon steel.22. The container of claim 18 , wherein said coating comprises at least 50% by weight of zinc relative to a total weight of said coating.23. The container of claim 18 , wherein the composition comprises less than 10 claim 18 ,000 ppm by weight of water relative to the total weight of the composition.24. The container of claim 18 , wherein the composition comprises an acid content claim 18 , calculated in hydrochloric acid equivalent claim 18 , of less than 100 ppm by weight relative to the total weight of the composition.25. The container of claim 18 , wherein the composition comprises a gas phase and a liquid phase.26. The container of claim 25 , wherein the composition comprises a gaseous air content of from 0.1% to 5% by volume relative to the total volume of the gas phase.27. The container ...