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

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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22-03-2012 дата публикации

Cable tray apparatus for a people mover system

Номер: US20120068023A1

A cable tray apparatus is provided a people mover system such as a Sky Train or the like. The cable tray apparatus is made up of a plurality of identical cable trays which are secured together in an end-to-end relationship. The cable trays are selectively laterally horizontally adjustable with respect to one another and are selectively vertically adjustable with respect to one another to correspond to curves in the roadway of the system and to correspond to elevational changes in the roadway of the system.

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

Electrical Subsea Node

Номер: US20130242514A1
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AG

An electrical subsea node for communicating data between at least one sensor at a sea bottom and a topside unit above the sea surface may include: a water tight container; a first electronic module extending in a first area of a first area size in a plane of a maximal spatial extent of the first electronic module; and at least one second electronic module extending in a second area of a second area size in a plane of a maximal spatial extent of the second electronic module, wherein the first and second electronic modules are coupled for data communication and arranged inside the container to form a module arrangement extending in an arrangement area of an arrangement area size in a plane of a maximal spatial extent of the module arrangement, wherein the arrangement area size is smaller than a sum of the first and second area sizes.

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17-10-2013 дата публикации

System and Method Used to Identify and Protect Utility Lines

Номер: US20130269593A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A system used to detect and identify at least one utility line is disclosed. The system comprises an indicator applied to the outside surface of a utility line. The indicator surrounds at least a majority of the outside surface of the utility line and creates a protective barrier around the utility line. In one embodiment, the indicator comprises a polyurethane foam. In another embodiment, the indicator is a sleeve. A color coding system used to identify at least one underground utility line is also disclosed. A method used to identify at least one underground utility line is also needed to detect and identify at least one underground utility line is also disclosed.

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

Detecting, locating and tracing of buried assets using mobile computing device integrated with antenna accessory wand

Номер: US20140012503A1
Автор: Alan Haddy
Принадлежит: Individual

A system for detecting buried assets includes a locator apparatus comprising a compartment for storing a mobile computing device, one or more sensors for reading analog signals from buried assets and an amplifier for amplifying the signals. The locator apparatus further includes an encoder for encoding the signals and a transmitter for transmitting the encoded signals to a mobile computing device. The system also includes a mobile computing device secured within the compartment of the locator apparatus, the mobile computing device comprising a radio frequency receiver for receiving the encoded signals, a decoder for decoding the encoded signals, a processing unit configured for converting the analog signals to digital signals, and executing digital signal processing algorithms upon the digital signals so as to produce buried asset data corresponding to the analog signals that were read, and a display for displaying the buried asset data.

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

Subterranean Cable

Номер: US20140076597A1
Автор: Patel Darren Lindsay
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The present invention relates to a cable comprising a first conductor and a first insulator layer, wherein the first conductor and the first insulator extend along a longitudinal axis of the cable, wherein the first insulator layer is axially external to the conductor, and wherein the first insulator layer comprises a first fluoropolymer, as well as a method of manufacturing said cable, and a method for transmitting electricity using the cable. 1. A cable comprising a first conductor , and a first insulator layer and a first plurality of wires ,wherein the first conductor, the first insulator and the first plurality of wires extend along an longitudinal axis of the cable,wherein the first insulator layer is axially external to the conductor and the first plurality of wires is axially external to the first insulator, andwherein the first insulator layer comprises a first fluoropolymer.2. The cable of claim 1 , wherein the first fluoropolymer is a copolymer comprising:a first monomer selected from a group consisting of 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethylene, 1-fluoroethylene, 1,1-difluoroethylene, 1,2-difluoroethylene, 1,1,2-trifluoroethylene, hexafluoropropene, perfluoropropyl vinyl ether, perfluoroethyl vinyl ether, perfluoromethyl vinyl ether, perfluorobutyl ether, 1-chloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethylene, 1,1 dichloro 2,2, difluoroethylene, 1,2 dichloro 1,2, difluoroethylene, 1,1,2-trichloro-2-fluoroethylene, and hexafluoropropylene, anda second monomer selected from a group consisting of ethylene, propylene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethylene, 1-fluoroethylene, 1,1-difluoroethylene, 1,2-difluoroethylene, 1,1,2-trifluoroethylene, hexafluoropropylene, perfluoropropyl vinyl ether, perfluoroethyl vinyl ether, perfluoromethyl vinyl ether, perfluorobutyl ether, 1-chloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethylene, 1,1 dichloro 2,2, difluoroethylene, 1,2 dichloro 1,2, difluoroethylene, 1,1,2-trichloro-2-fluoroethylene and hexafluoropropylene,preferably wherein the first fluoropolymer is polytetrafluoroethylene or ...

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

Cable Trailer

Номер: US20140086688A1
Автор: Hull Kevin
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The present invention is directed to cable trailer that can carry a cable drum having a weight up to 10 ton. The cable trailer is designed to carry and unwind cable from the cable drum and direct and lay the cable in or along a trench. The cable trailer has a trailer chassis with an internal aperture enclosed by a tail gate. The tail gate can open or be removed to provide access to the space of the internal aperture for the cable drum. The cable trailer has two mounting arms to mount the cable drum. The cable trailer has a bridge with a cable director to facilitate removing cable from the cable drum and at least one cable support arm extendable from a side of the chassis for directing and laying of the cable. 1. A cable trailer to support a cable drum weighing up to 10 tonnes and for laying cable in or along a trench , includinga trailer chassis having an internal aperture enclosed by a tail gate, said tail gate can open or be removed to provide access to the space of the internal aperture;two mounting arms to mount the cable drum, said mounting arms are spaced apart by the internal aperture and are substantially equidistant from the tailgate;a bridge having a cable director to facilitate removing cable from the cable drum;at least one cable support arm extendable from a side of the chassis;a plurality of cable guides positioned on the at least one cable support arm to facilitate directing cable; andhydraulic ram system for positioning of the at least one cable support arm and mounting the cable drum on the mounting arms; wherein in use the cable drum is mounted on the mounting arms within the space of the internal aperture and the cable is passaged via the cable director and cable guides to the trench.2. A cable trailer as claimed in wherein the tail gate can pivotally open to allow a cable drum to enter and occupy the space of the internal aperture and close.3. A cable trailer as claimed in wherein a drum spindle is positioned within the centre aperture of the ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INTERCONNECTING UMBILICALS FOR CONVEYING ENERGY, FLUIDS AND/OR DATA IN A MARINE ENVIRONMENT

Номер: US20150003916A1
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The present invention relates to an interconnection system and method for interconnecting hoses () for transmitting power, fluids, data, or any combination thereof in a marine environment by means of a leak-tight device () in the inlets () of which terminal covers () for the passage of umbilicals and blind covers () for sealing said inlets () can be interchanged, such that each of the hoses can be connected and disconnected independently. The inlets are arranged such that the umbilicals are laid according to one and the same direction and orientation. 2. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of terminal covers and the plurality of blind covers comprise the same leak-tight sealing and securing means for securing to the leak-tight device.3. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the umbilicals have a length equal to or greater than a depth of the seabed on which the leak-tight device is located.4. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the terminal covers comprise movement restricting tubes stiffer than the umbilicals preventing the folding of said umbilicals.5. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the leak-tight device also comprises a leak-tight sealing hatch for the operators to access the leak-tight device.6. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the umbilicals comprise conventional electrical connection claim 1 , data and/or fluid terminals designed for use in non-marine environments.7. Interconnection system according to claim 1 , wherein the leak-tight device also comprises a surface buoy.8. Leak-tight interconnection method for interconnecting umbilicals for transmitting power claim 1 , fluids and/or data between at least one power generator arranged in a marine environment and one power transfer system which comprises:raising a leak-tight device with a plurality of inlets, each inlet being adapted for the passage of an umbilical from a seabed by means of an auxiliary ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for heating subsea pipeline

Номер: US20190003629A1
Принадлежит: Icptech Pty Ltd

Provided is apparatus (20) for heating a portion of subsea pipeline (10). The apparatus (20) generally comprises at least one electrical conductor (22), and a deployment mechanism (24) which is configured to operatively support a length of said electrical conductor (22) in a looped manner. In addition, the deployment mechanism (24) is further configured to deploy the looped conductor (26) circumferentially about at least a portion of the pipeline (10). When the conductor (22) is connected to a suitable power supply, the looped conductor (26) is configured to operatively induce an alternating magnetic field within the portion of the pipeline (10) in order to generate heat therein through induction heating.

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR THE SEVERANCE OF AN ELECTRICAL POWER CABLE, OR OF A STRAND SECTION, DEVICE THEREFOR, AS WELL AS CUTTING DEVICE

Номер: US20180006437A1
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A device is used to sever an electrical power cable for the transmission of high voltage. The cable has an insulation sheath, a screening layer and a conductive layer. The device includes a first frame having a first cutting blade mounted thereon, a second frame, and a measuring device mounted on the second frame. The first cutting blade is movable relative to the measuring device. The measuring device is capable of measuring an electrical load on the electrical power cable and capable of terminating the severing of the electrical power cable. A method of using the device is also provided. 1. A device used to sever an electrical power cable for the transmission of high voltage , the electrical power cable having an insulation sheath , a screening layer and a conductive layer , comprising:a first frame;a first cutting blade carried by the first frame;a second frame connected to the first frame and defining a cavity therebetween;a second cutting blade carried by the second frame; anda measuring device carried by the second frame, the measuring device comprising a probe protruding outwardly from the second cutting blade and into the cavity, the first cutting blade being movable relative to the measuring device, the measuring device capable of measuring an electrical load on the electrical power cable and capable of terminating the severing of the electrical power cable.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the measuring device is further capable of outputting a signal to a user of the device claim 1 , the signal being optical claim 1 , acoustic claim 1 , or electrical signal.34-. (canceled)5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the probe comprises a conductive spike partially surrounded by an insulative sheath the conductive spike capable of penetrating the insulation sheath of the electrical power cable.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the measuring device further comprises an evaluation and/or transmission controller in communication with the probe.7. The device of claim ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Motorcycle having a system for increasing a rearing and a tilting limit of the vehicle and for increasing a longitudinal thrust of the vehicle

Номер: US20170015295A1
Принадлежит: Ducati Motor Holding SpA

A motorcycle including a frame to which an internal combustion engine is associated, from which internal combustion engine at least one exhaust pipe of combusted gases departs, the exhaust pipe having an open terminal, the frame mounted on a front wheel and a rear wheel, a control board or unit included, for controlling torque produced by the engine and other parameters such as velocity of the vehicle and spatial position thereof with respect to the road surface. The motorcycle including a system to verify when the front wheel of the motorcycle detaches from the road surface during acceleration. The system includes a choke for partialising the section of the exhaust gases outlet area from the exhaust pipe, during partialisation. The partialisation obtained as a function of the torque produced by the engine and the position of the front wheel with respect to the road surface.

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

SUPPORT STRUCTURE OF ELECTROHYDRAULIC APPARATUSES FOR IRRIGATION SYSTEMS, APPLICABLE TO A BURIABLE WELL FOR HOUSING AND PROTECTING SUCH ELECTROHYDRAULIC APPARATUSES

Номер: US20170016202A1
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Support structures for electrohydraulic apparatuses in particular of electrical and hydraulic apparatuses of irrigation systems are disclosed. The support structure is configured to be applied to a buriable well for housing and protecting such electrohydraulic apparatuses. On predetermined portions of the support structure a plurality of holes are formed, and are adapted for receiving a corresponding plurality of support means configured to hold, preferably in a releasable manner, one or more electrohydraulic apparatuses. Also described is a buriable well for housing and protecting electrohydraulic apparatuses comprising at least one such support structure of electrohydraulic apparatuses. 1. Support structure of electrohydraulic apparatuses , in particular of electrical and hydraulic apparatuses of irrigation systems , said support structure being configured to be applied to a buriable well for housing and protecting said electrohydraulic apparatuses , wherein on predetermined portions of said support structure a plurality of holes is formed , adapted for receiving a corresponding plurality of support means configured to hold one or more electrohydraulic apparatuses.2. Support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the support structure is made in the form of a grid consisting of a plurality of longitudinal ribs and a plurality of transverse ribs interconnected to each other.3. Support structure according to claim 2 , wherein the longitudinal ribs are perpendicular to the transverse ribs claim 2 , so that between the longitudinal ribs and the transverse ribs a plurality of windows having a rectangular or square shape are formed.4. Support structure according to claim 2 , wherein the holes are formed on at least part of the longitudinal ribs and/or of the transverse ribs of said support structure.5. Support structure according to claim 1 , wherein each support means is provided at the bottom with a stem able to snap-fit with a respective hole claim 1 , above the ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

POWER EXTENSION MODULE AND MODULAR ASSEMBLY THEREOF

Номер: US20220045465A1
Автор: Kerr Chris
Принадлежит: NOVUS 48 LIMITED

An electrical power extension module comprising: a housing; a first retaining means for mechanical engagement with a first another electrical power extension module, the first retaining means being at a first end of the housing; a first electrical connector at the first end of the housing, the first electrical connector being configured for electrically connecting with a connector of the first another electrical module; a second retaining means for mechanical engagement with a second another electrical power extension module, the second retaining means being at a second end of the housing; a second electrical connector at the second end of the housing, the second electrical connector configured for electrically connecting with a connector of the second another module; and electrical conduction means located within the housing and connected between the first electrical connector and the second electrical connector and electrically connecting the first electrical connector with the second electrical connector. 1. An electrical power extension module comprising:an elongate protective housing;a first retaining means for mechanical engagement with a first another electrical power extension module, the first retaining means being located at a first end of the elongate protective housing;a first electrical connector located at the first end of the housing, the first electrical connector being configured for electrically connecting with a connector of the first another electrical power extension module;a second retaining means for mechanical engagement with a second another electrical power extension module, the second retaining means being located at a second end of the housing;a second electrical connector located at the second end of the housing, the second electrical connector being configured for electrically connecting with a connector of the second another electrical power extension module; andelectrical conduction means located within the housing and connected ...

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

SUBMARINE CABLE SYSTEM, BRANCHING DEVICE, AND STATE RESPONSE METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20210027960A1
Автор: TAKIGAWA Yoshinari
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

Provided are: a submarine cable system with which it is possible, with a simple configuration, to acquire the state of each of a plurality of high-voltage relays in a branching device; the branching device; and a state response method therefor. The branching device comprises: a plurality of interlocking relays respectively corresponding to a plurality of high-voltage relays for switching feeding paths; a drive unit which supplies drive electric currents supplied to the plurality of high-voltage relays to the plurality of corresponding interlocking relays, respectively; a state detection unit which detects operation states of the plurality of interlocking relays as the operation states of the plurality of high-voltage relays; and a response unit which, on the basis of the result of detection of the operation states of the plurality of interlocking relays, transmits the operation states of the plurality of high-voltage relays. 1. A branching device comprising:a plurality of interlocking relays individually associated with a plurality of high-voltage relays which switch a feeding path;a plurality of drivers supplying drive electric current supplied to the plurality of high-voltage relays to the plurality of associated interlocking relays;a state detector detecting an operation state of each of the plurality of interlocking relays as an operation state of each of the plurality of high-voltage relays; anda responder transmitting, based on a result of detecting an operation state of each of the plurality of interlocking relays, an operation state of each of the plurality of high-voltage relays.2. The branching device according to claim 1 , whereinassociated coils of the plurality of high-voltage relays and associated coils of the plurality of associated interlocking relays are connected in series.3. The branching device according to claim 1 , whereinassociated coils of the plurality of high-voltage relays and associated coils of the plurality of associated interlocking ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

HIGH PRESSURE FULL CABLE STRENGTH MIDSPAN ACCESS SPLICE HOUSING

Номер: US20180031793A1
Принадлежит:

A pressure housing assembly according to exemplary aspects includes: a saddle assembly configured to encase a mid-point access section of a cable; and a pressure housing configured to be mounted on the saddle assembly. The saddle assembly has a first cable SSTL tube opening where a first seal member is provided; and a second cable SSTL tube opening where a second seal member is provided. The pressure housing has a corresponding first cable SSTL tube opening where a third seal member is provided; a second cable SSTL tube opening where a fourth seal member is provided; and a port configured to allow at least one penetrator to be inserted therethrough. The saddle assembly comprises a seal block configured to at least partially surround the mid-point access section of the cable. 1. A pressure housing assembly comprising:a saddle assembly configured to encase a midpoint access section of a cable; and the saddle assembly comprises a first cable component opening configured to allow a first cable component to be inserted therethrough, a first seal member provided at the first cable component opening;', 'the saddle assembly comprises a second cable component opening configured to allow a second cable component to be inserted therethrough, a second seal member provided at the second cable component opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a first opening configured to allow the first cable component to be inserted therethrough, a third seal member provided at the first opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a second opening configured to allow the second cable component to be inserted therethrough, a fourth seal member provided at the second opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a third opening configured to allow at least one interconnect member to be inserted therethrough; and', 'the saddle assembly comprises a seal block configured to at least partially surround the midpoint access section of the cable., 'a pressure housing configured to be mounted on the ...

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

Enhanced strength grade level utilities enclosure

Номер: US20140117018A1
Автор: Edward J. Burke
Принадлежит: Channell Commercial Corp

An enhanced strength grade level utility enclosure comprises a vertical wall structure having an upright inner wall panel extending from an upper edge to a bottom edge of the structure. The inner wall panel has an inside face spanning the enclosure's interior. One or more narrow, vertically extending slotted regions are recessed in the inside face of the wall panel. Upright rigid support bars, optionally adapted for use as cable racks, are positioned in and rigidly affixed to separate slotted regions on the wall panel. The support bars provide a continuous means of rigid vertical support from the upper edge down to the bottom edge of the enclosure's wall structure. The recessed support bars, in combination with the vertical wall structure, provide enhanced wall strength in excess of industrial vertical side wall and center load test standards.

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

CABLE HANG-OFF ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20200032474A1
Автор: Soerensen Johnny
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Provided is a cable hang-off arrangement of an elevated platform including a number of tubular enclosures, wherein a tubular enclosure is configured to accommodate a transmission cable arrangement and includes a vertical section arranged for connection to a supporting structure of the elevated platform; a horizontal section arranged at the level of the elevated platform; and a curved section between the vertical section and the horizontal section. Also provided is a tubular enclosure of such a cable hang-off arrangement; an offshore facility; and a method of securing a transmission cable arrangement to such an offshore facility. 1. A cable hang-off arrangement of an elevated platform comprising a plurality of tubular enclosures , wherein a tubular enclosure is configured to accommodate a transmission cable arrangement the cable arrangement the cable hang-off arrangement comprising:a vertical section arranged for connection to a supporting structure of the elevated platform;a horizontal section arranged at a level of the elevated platform; anda curved section between the vertical section and the horizontal section.2. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tubular enclosures is three tubular enclosures.3. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , comprising a single vertical section configured to accommodate transmission cable arrangements of the plurality of tubular enclosures.4. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , comprising a protective barrel arranged to at least partially enclose the vertical section of the cable hang-off arrangement.5. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , comprising an inverted conical structure at a base of the cable hang-off arrangement.6. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , comprising an end connector configured for mounting to the base of a vertical section of the tubular enclosure.7. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 6 , ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR ENTRENCHING A FLEXIBLE ELONGATE MEMBER, SUCH AS A ROPE, CABLE OR PIPE

Номер: US20180038071A1
Автор: Jurgens Harry Maria
Принадлежит: AFT TRENCHERS LIMITED

The present invention provides apparatus () and method for entrenching a flexible elongate member () in the ground (). The apparatus comprises a downwardly extending blade () having a forward facing edge for parting the ground, the apparatus thereby forming a trench in the ground as the apparatus is moved forwards. It also comprises an aggregate dispenser () having an opening () located rearwardly of the blade, the apparatus thereby filling the trench with aggregate as the apparatus moves forward. A guide () for the flexible elongate member () extends through the apparatus such that the member exits the apparatus rearwardly at or near a lower end of the blade. The apparatus thereby embeds the member in the aggregate in the trench as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use. 1. An apparatus for entrenching a flexible elongate member in the ground , the apparatus comprising:a downwardly extending blade having a forward facing edge for parting the ground, the apparatus thereby forming a trench in the ground as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use;an aggregate dispenser having an opening located rearwardly of the blade, the apparatus thereby filling the trench with aggregate as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use; anda guide for guiding a flexible elongate member through the apparatus such that the member exits the apparatus rearwardly at or near a lower end of the blade, the apparatus thereby embedding the member in the aggregate in the trench as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use.2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the elongate member is a rope claim 1 , cable or pipe.3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the horizontal cross-section of the blade is substantially V-shaped claim 1 , with the base of the V-shape being at or towards the forward facing edge of the blade.4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising means for oscillating the blade forwards and ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

Mechanical Arrangement Of A Subsea Switchgear

Номер: US20200036170A1
Автор: Trandal Arne
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The present disclosure relates to a switching device unit for a subsea switchgear. The switching device unit includes a fluid tight switching device housing and switching devices arranged within the switching device housing. A plurality of the switching devices are aligned with each other along two parallel lines. 1. A switching device unit for a subsea switchgear , the switching device unit comprisinga fluid tight switching device housing including bushing openings,switching devices arranged within the switching device housing, andhousing power connections for connecting the switching devices through the bushing openings,wherein the switching devices are arranged along two parallel lines, there being at least three switching devices in each of the two lines,and wherein the housing power connections leading to the first line of switching devices are led over the second line of switching devices.2. The switching device unit of claim 1 , wherein at least twelve switching devices are arranged within the switching device housing.3. The switching device unit of claim 1 , wherein at least six of the plurality of switching devices arranged within the switching device housing are aligned with each other along a line.4. The switching device unit of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of switching devices are aligned with each other along straight lines.5. The switching device unites of claim 4 , wherein the respective switching devices of the first line are arranged displaced in relation to the respective switching devices of the second line.6. The switching device unit of any claim 1 , wherein the housing power connections include a power cable with a cable termination at each end.7. The switching device unit of claim 6 , wherein the power cable is a HVAC extruded power cable.8. The switching device unit of claim 1 , wherein the switching device housing is filled with a first dielectric liquid and includes a first pressure compensating device.9. A subsea switchgear comprising a ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for New Cable Provisioning Utilizing Buried Cable

Номер: US20200036177A1
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Novel tools and techniques for underground cable installation are provided. A system includes a compressor and a boring attachment. The boring attachment may be operatively coupled to the compressor and further coupled to an outer sheath of a buried cable. The boring attachment may be configured to be actuated by the compressor. In response to being actuated by the compressor, the boring attachment may be configured to displace at least some ground material, in contact with the buried cable, in which the buried cable is buried, and advance in at least one direction along a longitudinal axis of the buried cable. 1. A system comprising:a compressor;a sensor configured to detect a location of a buried cable;a boring attachment operatively coupled to the compressor and further coupled to an outer sheath of the buried cable, the boring attachment configured to be actuated by the compressor, wherein in response to being actuated by the compressor, the boring attachment is configured to:advance in at least one direction along a longitudinal axis of the buried cable; andtrack, based on input from the sensor, at least one of a travel distance along the buried cable or a location of the boring attachment relative to the buried cable.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment is further configured to displace at least some ground material claim 1 , in contact with the buried cable claim 1 , in which the buried cable is buried.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment comprises the sensor claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment is further configured to track the position of the buried cable as the boring attachment advances in the at least one direction.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the boring attachment is steerable claim 2 , based at least in part on the location of the buried cable.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment further comprises a guide configured to couple to the outer sheath of the buried cable claim 1 , and ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

OUTDOOR FLOOR BOX ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20170040789A1
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An outdoor enclosure provides weather protection for electrical equipment. More particularly, an outdoor enclosure having a cover flush with the floor or the ground and an interior space beneath the floor or ground is provided. The interior space is maintained in a water-tight condition when the cover of the enclosure and a door within the cover are closed and a drain is provided in the floor of the interior space to allow water to drain from the interior space if and when such water enters the enclosure. Electrical cables and a receptacle with ground fault protection are stowed within the enclosure and pulled through the door in the cover when a user needs access to electrical power via the receptacle. 1. An outdoor enclosure for holding electrical equipment beneath the surface of a floor or the ground comprising:a housing having an interior space defined by four walls and a floor disposed at the base of said four walls;a flange surrounding a perimeter of said housing at substantially a right angle to a top of said four walls;a cover disposed within an interior perimeter of said flange at the top of said four walls, said cover being operable to expose said interior space of said housing in an open position and enclose said interior space of said housing in a closed position; andone or more utility electrical cables disposed within said interior space and having a first end protruding through one or more of said four walls or said floor of said housing and a second end electrically connected to an electrical device.2. The outdoor enclosure recited in wherein said cover comprises a cable door through which said one or more utility electrical cables and said electrical device can be pulled through when said cable door is in an open position and wherein further said cable door provides a water-tight seal when in a closed position.3. The outdoor enclosure recited in wherein said electrical device includes a duplex receptacle and a ground fault module that protects the ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

System and Method for New Cable Provisioning Utilizing Buried Cable

Номер: US20180041017A1
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Novel tools and techniques for underground cable installation are provided. A system includes a compressor and a boring attachment. The boring attachment may be operatively coupled to the compressor and further coupled to an outer sheath of a buried cable. The boring attachment may be configured to be actuated by the compressor. In response to being actuated by the compressor, the boring attachment may be configured to displace at least some ground material, in contact with the buried cable, in which the buried cable is buried, and advance in at least one direction along a longitudinal axis of the buried cable. 1. A system comprising:a compressor; and displace at least some ground material, in contact with the buried cable, in which the buried cable is buried; and', 'advance in at least one direction along a longitudinal axis of the buried cable., 'a boring attachment operatively coupled to the compressor and further coupled to an outer sheath of a buried cable, the boring attachment configured to be actuated by the compressor, wherein in response to being actuated by the compressor, the boring attachment is configured to2. The system of further comprising a sensor configured to detect the location of the buried cable.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the boring attachment comprises the sensor claim 2 , wherein the boring attachment is further configured to track the position of the buried cable as the boring attachment advances in the at least one direction.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the boring attachment is steerable claim 2 , based at least in part on the location of the buried cable.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment further comprises a guide configured to couple to the outer sheath of the buried cable claim 1 , and configured direct the movement of the boring attachment.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the boring attachment further comprises a sleeve configured to couple circumferentially around the buried cable claim 1 , ...

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18-02-2016 дата публикации

READILY STRIPPABLE CABLE

Номер: US20160049223A1
Автор: Joyce Craig M.
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A readily-strippable cable is herein described having at least two wires encapsulated by a continuous electrically insulating layer wherein each encapsulated wire is connected to an adjacent wire by a relatively thinner portion of the insulating layer, the insulating layer having at least one relatively weak portion per encapsulated wire that extends along the length of the cable and is substantially uniform in position and strength along the length of the cable; and wherein the weak portion is configured to allow the insulating layer to split along the relatively weak portion and down the length of the cable upon separation of the encapsulated wires by application of force against the relatively thinner portion of insulating layer in a direction substantially perpendicular to the length of the cable, thereby exposing the wire without the use of a secondary operation. 1. A readily-strippable cable comprising:at least two wires encapsulated by a continuous electrically insulating layer wherein each encapsulated wire is connected to an adjacent wire by a relatively thinner portion of said insulating layer, said insulating layer having at least one relatively weak portion per encapsulated wire that extends along the length of the cable and is substantially uniform in position and strength along the length of said cable; andwherein said weak portion is configured to allow the insulating layer to split along the relatively weak portion and down the length of said cable upon separation of encapsulated wires by application of force against said relatively thinner portion of insulating layer in a direction substantially perpendicular to the length of said cable, thereby exposing said wire without the use of a secondary operation.2. The cable of wherein said relatively weak portion is positioned adjacent each said relatively thinner portion of said insulating layer connecting adjacent wires.3. The cable of wherein no wire is present in said relatively thinner portion of said ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING SUBMARINE CABLES

Номер: US20200044433A1
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The system for connecting submarine cables and especially umbilical cables for renewable marine energy farms, is characterized in that it includes an intermediate part for connecting the cables, adapted to be placed between ends for connecting the cables and includes both electrical and mechanical connections for the cables. 110-. (canceled)11. A system for connecting submarine cables , and especially umbilical cables , for renewable marine energy farms , wherein it includes an intermediate part for connecting these cables , adapted to be placed between ends for connecting the cables and including means for the electrical connection of said cables and means for the mechanical connection thereof.12. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 11 , wherein the connecting part further includes means for the optical connection of fiber optics of the umbilical cables.13. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 11 , wherein the intermediate connecting part is sealed.14. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 13 , wherein the intermediate connecting part is in the form of a sealed housing including two passage orifices for the cables to be connected and is provided with fastening means on complementary fastening caps fastened around the cables to be connected near ends thereof claim 13 , in order to close off the orifices of the housing and to fasten the cables on the housing by means of the fastening caps and therefore to fasten the cables on one another.15. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 14 , wherein the housing is linked in movement to the connecting means of the cables.16. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 14 , wherein the housing moves freely relative to the connecting means of the cables in order to allow first the connection of the cables and secondly claim 14 , once this connection is done claim 14 , the fastening of the housing on the caps and ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

Electrical Power Transmission for Well Construction Apparatus

Номер: US20190048667A1
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Electrical power transmission for well constriction apparatus via a rotatable spool positioned at and affixed to a moveable well construction apparatus at a wellsite and an electrical power cable at least partially wound on the rotatable spool and connected to stationary equipment at an end of the electrical power cable distal from the rotatable spool. 1. An apparatus comprising:an electrical power cable configured to electrically couple electrical power from a stationary electrical power source to a load at a moveable well construction apparatus; anda plurality of cable guards distributed along the electrical power cable, wherein each of the cable guards has an enclosed interior cross section through which the electrical power cable extends.2. The apparatus of wherein each of the cable guards includes an electrically insulating exterior layer.3. The apparatus of wherein each cable guard is electrically connected to earth ground via a corresponding grounding conductor.4. The apparatus of further comprising a heat conductive material disposed within the enclosed interior cross section of each of the cable guards claim 1 , wherein:the heat conductive material within each cable guard is in contact with the electrical power cable and the cable guard, and transfers heat from the electrical power cable to the cable guard;the electrical power cable and the cable guards are wound onto a rotatable spool in a manner permitting being unwound from the rotatable spool; a resting surface on which unwound ones of the cable guards rest; and', 'ambient air to which exposed surfaces of wound and unwound ones of the cable guards are exposed., 'the cable guards and the heat conductive materials therein collectively transfer heat to5. The apparatus of further comprising:electrically conductive links each mechanically and electrically coupled between a corresponding neighboring pair of the cable guards; anda ground fault detection circuit electrically coupled to the electrically ...

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

PHASE-CHANGE COOLING OF SUBTERRANEAN POWER LINES

Номер: US20160054032A1
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A cooling system for a subterranean power line may include a cooling tube configured to house a fluid. Heat generated by the subterranean power line may be radiated and/or conducted to the cooling tube and absorbed by the fluid within the cooling tube. As the fluid heats up, it may change phase from a liquid to a gas. The hot gas may rise to a heat-exchanging condenser configured to dissipate the heat and condense the fluid back into a liquid. The cool, condensed liquid my return from the heat-exchanging condenser to the cooling tube. Risers, gas transport tubes, pressure regulation systems, fluid storage tanks, and other components described herein may increase the efficiency of the cooling system and/or otherwise improve the viability of the cooling system for subterranean power lines. 1. A method of cooling a subterranean power line comprising:receiving, via a cooling tube, thermal energy generated by a current flow through at least one subterranean power line located external to the cooling tube;absorbing, via a fluid within the cooling tube, at least some of the thermal energy received by the cooling tube;receiving, via a heat-exchanging condenser fluidly connected to the cooling tube, the fluid in a heated, gaseous phase; anddissipating, via the heat-exchanging condenser, the thermal energy stored in the fluid.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising pressurizing the cooling tube relative to an ambient atmospheric pressure.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cooling tube and fluidly connected components are fluidly sealed.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the pressure within the cooling tube is configured to be adjusted based on an electrical current flow associated with the at least one power line.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the pressure within the cooling tube is configured to be adjusted based on a power dissipation associated with the at least one power line.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluid comprises water.7. The method of claim ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

COMPACT RETRIEVABLE HORIZONTAL MODULAR CONNECTORIZED DISTRIBUTION UNIT AND MOUNTING BASE FRAME FOR SUBSEA APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20170054284A1
Автор: Gonzalez Jose Raul
Принадлежит: Teledyne Instruments, Inc.

The present invention relates generally to a modular locking and retaining mechanical design solution to reliably secure immersed, unrestrained and un-powered objects in a fluid environment to a fixed support surface such as a mounting frame or panel, with a quick connect/disconnect engagement method by a diver (i.e. manual mate) or remote-operated vehicles (ROVs) mate, into a fixed mounting frame or panel installed at a subsea deployed platform for oil and gas offshore applications. The invention relates particularly to providing an isolation guide or means to prevent dissimilar materials, metals, of a compact retrievable, horizontal or vertical MCDU configuration and a frame from coming into direct contact to avoid corrosive effects, such as galvanic corrosion. 1. A modular securing device comprising:a frame having a mounting surface for mounting the securing device to an intended object;a frame guide fixed to the frame and having a generally open end configured to receive an MCDU and being configured to secure a received MCDU in a locked position within the frame, the frame having a substantially open front to allow access to input(s)/output(s) on the front face of the MCDU when in a locked position;an isolation guide received within and affixed to the frame guide and adapted to allow an MCDU to be received within the frame guide, the isolation guide being disposed intermediate the frame guide and the MCDU to substantially isolate the surface of the MCDU from direct contact with the surface of the frame guide and the frame; anda locking key assembly configured to be received by the frame guide and to be removably locked in place on the frame guide so as to prevent the MCDU from inadvertently becoming displaced from the frame when in the locked position.2. The modular securing device of claim 1 , wherein said locking key assembly an elongated body having a front end, a back end, and an exterior surface;', 'a t-shaped handle attached to said back end;', 'a raised ...

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21-02-2019 дата публикации

SUBMARINE CABLE HAVING HETEROGENEOUS ARMOUR

Номер: US20190057794A1
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The present invention relates to a submarine cable having a bimetallic armor. In particular, the present invention relates to a submarine cable capable of effectively suppressing damage to and corrosion of an armor formed of different types of metals due to a local decrease in tensile strength thereof and capable of avoiding an increase in an external diameter of the cable, the structural instability of the cable, and damage to the cable during the manufacture and installation thereof. 1. A submarine cable which includes at least one cable core and a cable protective layer covering the at least one cable core , the submarine cable comprising:a first section of which at least a portion is installed at a bottom of a sea; anda second section of which at least a portion is installed in land,wherein each of the at least one cable core comprises a conductor, an inner semiconductive layer covering the conductor, an insulating layer covering the inner semiconductive layer, an outer semiconductive layer covering the insulating layer and a metal sheath layer covering the outer semiconductive layer,wherein the cable protective layer comprises an armor, and the armor comprises a plurality of metal wires spirally covering the at least one cable core,wherein each of the metal wires is formed by connecting a first metal wire included in the armor disposed in the first section and a second metal wire included in the armor disposed in the second section,wherein the first metal wire is formed of a first metal material, and the second metal wire is formed of a second metal material which is different from the first metal material, andwherein the cable protective layer comprises an electrolyte blocking film configured to protect a connection part of the first metal wire and the second metal wire from an electrolyte.2. The submarine cable of claim 1 , wherein the first metal wire is plated with a third metal material having a lower self-potential than that of the first metal material.4. ...

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05-06-2014 дата публикации

RUGGEDIZED ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURE FOR IN-GROUND INSTALLATION

Номер: US20140152528A1
Принадлежит: TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED

A ruggedized electronic enclosure for in-ground installation is disclosed. In one embodiment, the ruggedized electronic enclosure comprises a top cover which is exposed above a top surface of the ground and a cylindrical base portion which is embedded within the ground. The top cover and the cylindrical base portion are configured to create a channel conveying an adhesive toward the center of the ruggedized enclosure when the top cover and the cylindrical base portion are coupled. 1. A ruggedized electronic enclosure for in-ground installation comprising:a top cover which is exposed above a top surface of the ground; anda cylindrical base portion which is embedded within the ground; andwherein said top cover and said cylindrical base portion are configured to create a channel conveying an adhesive toward the center of said ruggedized enclosure when said top cover and said cylindrical base portion are coupled.2. The ruggedized electronic enclosure of further comprising:a cap coupled with said cylindrical base portion and wherein said cap and said cylindrical base portion are configured to create a channel conveying an adhesive toward the center of said ruggedized enclosure when said cap and said cylindrical base portion are coupled.3. The ruggedized electronic enclosure of further comprising:a plurality of legs extending from said top cover into corresponding holes in a ground plane element disposed within said ruggedized electronic enclosure, wherein said plurality of legs constrain outward motion of said top cover when force is applied onto said top cover.4. The ruggedized electronic enclosure of wherein:said cylindrical base is configured such that a vertically polarized omni-directional antenna may be disposed thereupon in a known orientation; andwherein said top cover includes an indicator which indicates said known orientation when coupled with said base portion.5. A pit antenna assembly comprising:a ruggedized enclosure comprising a first portion which is ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

COOLING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170077687A1
Автор: Soerensen Johnny
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A cooling device for cooling a cable assembly, containing an outer pipe, which is designed to accommodate the cable assembly in such a way that an intermediate space for accommodating a cooling water layer remains between the outer pipe and the cable assembly, a connecting element for creating a water-tight connection between the outer pipe and the cable assembly, and a pressure controller for controlling the water pressure in the cooling water layer, is provided. A cable device is also provided, including an electric cable assembly, and a cooling device. A wind farm is also provided, including a number of cable assemblies for transmitting electrical power from wind turbines and including a number of cooling devices for cooling the cable assemblies. A method for providing a cooling device for a cable assembly is further provided. 1. A cooling apparatus for cooling a cable arrangement , comprising:an outer pipe configured to accommodate the cable arrangement such that an interspace for accommodating a layer of cooling water remains between the outer pipe and the cable arrangement;a connecting element for establishing a water-tight connection between the outer pipe and the cable arrangement; anda pressure regulator for regulating a water pressure in the layer of cooling water.2. The cooling apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connecting element is arranged in a region of an end point of the cable arrangement.3. The cooling apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an end point of the cable arrangement is arranged on a wind turbine.4. The cooling apparatus as claimed claim 1 , wherein the connecting element comprises a weld-seam-connecting device for establishing a weld-seam connection between the cable arrangement and the outer pipe.5. The cooling apparatus as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the weld-seam connection comprises a first weld seam claim 4 , which is arranged between the connecting element and the outer pipe claim 4 , and a second weld seam claim 4 ...

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19-06-2014 дата публикации

Tube seal

Номер: US20140167411A1
Принадлежит: AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC

A tube seal includes a tube through hole, a pressure housing tube seal penetration cavity for an elastomeric interference seal, a ferrule sealing surface for a ferrule, and an internal channel for a backing nut. A tube penetrates through the backing nut, the ferrule, the elastomeric interference seal and the tube through hole.

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12-03-2020 дата публикации

FLOOR POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20200083682A1
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A floor power distribution system that includes a power distribution junction assembly including a first housing configured to abut a floor surface, a pair of receptacle junction assemblies each including a second housing configured to abut the floor surface, and a pair of raceway assemblies each including an elongated raceway including a longitudinally extending channel, a pair of ramps each coextending with the elongated raceway on opposite sides thereof, each ramp including a proximate edge that engages the elongated raceway and having a first thickness, and a distal edge having a second thickness that is less than the first thickness, wherein the elongated raceway and the elongate ramp are configured to be located between the floor surface and a floor covering in an area frequented by foot traffic. 1. A floor power distribution system , comprising:a power distribution junction assembly including a first housing and a pair of first electrical connectors, the first housing configured to abut a floor surface;a pair of receptacle junction assemblies each including a second housing, a second electrical connector and an electrical receptacle configured to receive a plug member from an electrical device, the second housing configured to abut the floor surface; and an elongated raceway including a longitudinally extending channel;', 'at least one electrical and/or communication wire extending along the channel;', 'a pair of third electrical connectors located at opposite ends of the at least one electrical and/or communication wire and configured to engage the first and second electrical connectors to transmit electricity and/or communication signals from the power distribution junction assembly to the receptacle junction assemblies; and', 'a pair of ramps each coextending with the elongated raceway on opposite sides thereof, each ramp including a proximate edge that engages the elongated raceway and having a first thickness, and a distal edge having a second thickness ...

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21-03-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF FILLING AND SEALING A MICROTRENCH AND A SEALED MICROTRENCH

Номер: US20190086002A1
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Provided is a microtrench fill comprising cement, a polymer, and a colorant. Also provided is a method of using the microtrench fill to fill a microtrench in a roadway. 1. A method of continuously filling and sealing a microtrench containing an optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct on a roadway to return the roadway to substantially an original state with a color-matched , filled and sealed microtrench comprising:forming a flowable concrete-based fill in a fill device by mixing together a cement, a polymer bonding agent, a colorant, an aggregate, and water, wherein the colorant provides the flowable concrete-based fill with a color substantially matching the color of the roadway, the polymer bonding agent provides adhesion to the existing roadway to seal the microtrench against water infiltration, the flowable concrete-based fill having a final set time of 2 hour or less, and the flowable concrete-based fill is configured to flow into the microtrench from a fill device; andcontinuously filling the microtrench with the flowable concrete-based fill material from the fill device to cover the optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct, fill and seal the microtrench and return the roadway substantially back to an original state with the color-matched, filled and sealed microtrench.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising mixing a cement accelerator into the flowable concrete-based fill in an amount to provide the flowable concrete-based fill with a final set time of less than 2 hours.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the cement comprises calcium sulfoaluminate cement in an amount to provide the flowable concrete-based fill with a final set time of less than 2 hours.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising forming the flowable concrete-based fill in real time and filling the microtrench by the fill device in real time.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising mixing a cement accelerator into the flowable concrete- ...

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05-04-2018 дата публикации

Controlled curvature bend device and method

Номер: US20180097348A1
Принадлежит: Sercel Inc

A restrictor device is used on a cable to protect the cable from excessive bending. The restrictor device includes two or more restrictor members having a helix shape extending along a longitudinal axis X; and fasteners that connect the two or more restrictor members to each other to form the restrictor device. At least one property of the two or more restrictor members is selected such that a bending portion of the restrictor device moves along the restrictor device when a magnitude of a force applied to the restrictor device changes.

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08-04-2021 дата публикации

ENCLOSURE FOR CABLE DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210104881A1
Автор: WANG Chi-Ming
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An enclosure for breaking out a trunk cable includes: a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface; a shell having a front and two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity; a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; and a trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors and/or a plurality of optical fibers. The power conductors and the optical fibers are connected with respective ones of the plurality of connectors. 118.-. (canceled)19. An assembly for breaking out a hybrid cable having a plurality of power conductors and a plurality of optical fibers , the assembly comprising:an enclosure including a shell mounted to a base, the shell and the base cooperating to define an interior cavity, the enclosure including a top end positioned opposite from a bottom end, a left side positioned opposite from a right side and a front side positioned opposite from a back side, the front side being defined by the shell and the back side being defined by the base, the enclosure including a length that extends between the top end and the bottom end, a depth that extends between the front side and the back side, and a width that extends between the left side and the right side;a plurality of hybrid connectors mounted to a hybrid connector connection region of the shell, the hybrid connector connection region including a central connection region positioned between a left connection region and a right connection region, the hybrid connectors being arranged in a plurality of parallel columns each extending at least partially along the length of the enclosure, the plurality of columns of hybrid connectors including a left column of hybrid connectors mounted at the left connection region, a central column of hybrid connectors mounted at the central ...

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13-05-2021 дата публикации

CABLE HANG-OFF ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20210143625A1
Автор: Soerensen Johnny
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Provided is a cable hang-off arrangement configured for mounting at the level of an elevated platform of an offshore facility and includes a pipe configured to accommodate a number of protective tubes, wherein a protective tube is configured to accommodate a transmission cable of the offshore facility; a tube end flange arranged around an end portion of each protective tube; and a hang-off terminator configured for mounting at an end of the pipe, which hang-off terminator includes an end-plate with a number of apertures for the transmission cables, and a flange connection interface for connecting to the tube end flanges. An offshore facility, and a method of securing a transmission cable arrangement at the level of an elevated platform of an offshore facility are also provided. 1. A cable hang-off arrangement configured for mounting at a level of an elevated platform of an offshore facility , the cable hang-off arrangement comprising:a pipe configured to accommodate a plurality of protective tubes, wherein each protective tube is configured to accommodate a transmission cable of the offshore facility;a tube end flange arranged around an end portion of each protective tube; anda hang-off terminator configured for mounting at an end of the pipe, wherein the hang-off terminator comprises an end-plate with a plurality of apertures for the transmission cables, and a flange connection interface for connecting to the tube end flanges.2. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the end-plate has two parts claim 1 , and wherein a first part comprises an arrangement of a plurality of aperture halves and a second part comprises a complementary arrangement of aperture halves.3. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the end-plate comprises apertures for three transmission cables of an AC transmission link.4. The cable hang-off arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the end-plate comprises apertures for two transmission cables of a ...

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10-05-2018 дата публикации

SEPARATION DUCT HAVING LONGITUDINAL SPACERS

Номер: US20180128401A1
Автор: JR. Thomas E., Schaefer
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A separation duct for encompassing an elongate member. The duct includes longitudinal internal spacers extend longitudinally in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the duct. A longitudinal plane for each spacer is substantially parallel to the longitudinal plane of the other spacers. The spacers support the elongate member and resist slippage of the duct relative to the elongate member. The duct may be used to provide separation and protection for elongate members of a range of outside dimensions. 1. A separation duct segment configured to be combined with at least one additional separation duct segment for encompassing an elongate member , the separation duct segment comprising:an elongate body having an outer surface an inner surface, the outer surface and the inner surface being bridged at ends thereof by associated mating faces; anda plurality of spacers extending inwardly away from the inner surface and extending longitudinally from a location adjacent a first end of the elongate body in a direction toward a second end of the elongate body, wherein a longitudinal plane associated with each of the spacers is substantially parallel with a longitudinal plane associated with the other ones of the spacers, the longitudinal plane associated with each of the spacers being a plane extending along a length of the spacer and through a top and bottom of the spacer.2. A separation duct segment according to claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal plane associated with each of the spacers bisects the spacer.3. A separation duct segment according to claim 1 , wherein the spacers have different heights.4. A separation duct segment according to claim 1 , wherein first one of the spacers closest to one of the associated mating faces has a height greater than second one of the spacers furthest from the one of the associated mating faces.5. A separation duct segment according to claim 1 , wherein the spacers do not extend inwardly beyond the mating faces.6. A separation duct segment ...

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02-05-2019 дата публикации

WATERPROOF DEVICE FOR UNDERWATER WIRE CONNECTION

Номер: US20190131739A1
Автор: Chen Yong
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A waterproofing device for underwater wire connection comprises: a base, a clamping portion a tank port, a tank neck groove, an inverted tank, a connecting portion for two wires in inverted tank and close to the top of the tank. The two wires are in the inverted tank and close to the top of the tank, and are two wires connected well. The base is fixed on the ground and is configured to fix wires and the inverted tank. A bottom of the clamping portion is fixed on the base, and the clamping portion is configured to clamp the groove; the exposed part of the wire in the tank does not contact with water when the water overflows the tank with the mouth facing down, and the two connected wires can conduct electricity normally; the waterproofing can also be monitored and added into the tank. 11245636461621541546264. An underwater electric wire connection waterproof device , comprising a base () , a clamping portion () , a tank port () , a tank neck groove () and an inverted tank () , wherein , a connecting portion () for two electric wires is located in the inverted tank () and is close to an upper part of the inverted tank; the two electric wires are two electric power transmission lines whose insulating layers are intact , and electric leads at one end are penetrated from the tank port () to be located in the inverted tank () and are close to the upper part of the inverted tank after being connected; the base () is fixed on the ground and fixes the electric wires and the inverted tank (); a bottom of the clamping portion () is fixed on the base () , the clamping portion latches the tank neck groove (); the tank port () contacts with the base (); the tank neck groove () is located at a neck on the tank port () of the inverted tank () and matched with the clamping portion (); the inverted tank () is a tank whose port is , downwardly erected , and other parts are sealed except that the tank port () is communicated with an external.2. The underwater electric wire connection ...

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23-04-2020 дата публикации

Rapidly Deployable Floor Power System

Номер: US20200127444A1
Принадлежит: Bretford Manufacturing Inc

A rapidly deployable floor power system includes a base unit for supplying low voltage DC power to one or more foldable power tracks. Each foldable power track has a set of rigid track sections with exposed track power contacts on a top surface. The rigid track sections are electrically and mechanically interconnected by flexible track connectors that enable the power track to be folded when the power track is to be moved or stored, and unfolded for rapid deployment in an area to be supplied with power. The rigid track sections lie approximately flush with the floor to minimize tripping potential. Magnetic connectors engage the track to obtain power from the track, and are used to electrically interconnect adjacent tracks. A power distribution unit supplies power via low voltage ports such as USB ports and/or via one or more power whips equipped with barrel jack tips.

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19-05-2016 дата публикации

SUBSEA SWITCHGEAR

Номер: US20160141843A1
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A subsea switchgear is provided. The subsea switchgear includes a first power input for receiving electric power from a power source and a second power input for receiving electric power from a power source. It further includes a power distribution bus and a first circuit breaker coupled between the first power input and the power distribution bus. The first circuit breaker is configured to be capable of disconnecting the first power input from the power distribution bus. A second circuit breaker is further coupled between the second power input and the power distribution bus. The second circuit breaker is configured to be capable of disconnecting the second power input from the power distribution bus. 1. A subsea switchgear , comprising:a first power input to receive electric power from a power source;a power distribution bus;a first circuit breaker, coupled between the first power input and the power distribution bus, configured to disconnect the first power input from the power distribution bus;a second power input to receive electric power from a power source;a second circuit breaker, coupled between the second power input and the power distribution bus, configured to disconnect the second power input from the power distribution bus; anda power output to supply electric power to a load, the power output being coupled to the power distribution bus,wherein the subsea switchgear is configured to selectively supply electric power to the power output from the first power input or the second power input,wherein the subsea switchgear is a modular subsea switchgear comprising a plurality of modules including at least a first circuit breaker module including the first circuit breaker, a second circuit breaker module including the second circuit breaker, a first distribution module including a first section of the power distribution bus and a second distribution module including a second section of the power distribution bus, andwherein each of the plurality of modules ...

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30-04-2020 дата публикации

Reinforced Submarine Power Cable

Номер: US20200135361A1
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A submarine power cable having: a power core including a conductor, wherein the conductor has a conductor joint in a joint region of the power core, a main armor layer including a plurality of main armor wires arranged around the power core and extending in the axial direction of the power core, and a joint reinforcement armor layer including a plurality of joint reinforcement armor wires axially locked relative to the main armor wires, wherein the joint reinforcement armor layer is provided only in the joint region and arranged layered with the main armor layer, the joint reinforcement armor layer and the main armor layer thereby forming a dual-layer armor only in the joint region. 1. A submarine power cable comprising:a power core including a conductor,wherein the conductor has a conductor joint in a joint region of the power core,a main armor layer including a plurality of main armor wires arranged around the power core and extending in the axial direction of the power core, anda joint reinforcement armor layer including a plurality of joint reinforcement armor wires axially locked relative to the main armor wires, wherein the joint reinforcement armor layer is provided only in the joint region and arranged layered with the main armor layer, the joint reinforcement armor layer and the main amour layer thereby forming a dual-layer armor only in the joint region,wherein the dual-layer armor is provided over and extends axially across the conductor joint.2. The submarine power cable as claimed in claim 1 , comprising a first metal ring arranged around the power core at an axial distance from the conductor joint in a first axial direction of the conductor claim 1 , wherein a first axial end portion of each of the plurality of joint reinforcement armor wires claim 1 , and the main armor wires are connected to the first metal ring.3. The submarine power cable as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the joint reinforcement armor wires and the main armor wires are welded to the ...

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25-05-2017 дата публикации

Safety mat for safeguarding a technical installation

Номер: US20170148583A1
Принадлежит: Pilz GmbH and Co KG

Safety mat for safeguarding an electrically driven installation, comprising a sensor, a rigid supporting body and an evaluation unit. The supporting body has a top side, a rear side and first and second side faces, adjoining the top and rear sides. The sensor has an active surface covering the top side of the supporting body. The rear side has an opening for contacting an evaluation unit arranged in the interior of the supporting body that is configured to provide an output signal depending on the actuation of the sensor. The first side face has a first cavity and the second side face has a second cavity. The rear side has a first and a second cable guide. The first cable guide connects the opening to the first cavity and the second cable guide connects the opening to the second cavity.

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16-05-2019 дата публикации

OFFSHORE STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR ATTACHING A TUBE OR CABLE TO AN APPLIANCE OF AN OFFSHORE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190145385A1
Автор: Soerensen Johnny
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Provided is an offshore structure, especially offshore wind turbine, including a platform that is connected to the seabed, especially via a foundation that carries the platform, and an appliance, wherein it comprises guiding means for guiding at least one tube or cable along a guidance path from a respective entry point at which the tube or cable enters the platform to a respective connection point at which the tube or cable is connected or connectable to the appliance. 1. An offshore wind turbine structure comprising:a platform that is connected to a seabed via a foundation that carries the platform;an appliance; anda guiding means for guiding at least one tube or cable along a guidance path from a respective entry point at which the at least one tube or cable enters the platform to a respective connection point at which the at least one tube or cable is connected or connectable to the appliance.2. The offshore wind turbine structure according to claim 1 , wherein the guiding means guides the at least one tube or cable in such a way that the at least one tube or cable enters the platform essentially orthogonally to the platform and/or essentially vertically at the entry point and that the at least one tube or cable extends essentially in parallel to the platform and/or essentially horizontally at the connection point.3. The offshore wind turbine structure according to claim 1 , further comprising a device for pulling or pushing the at least one tube or cable along the guidance path.4. The offshore wind turbine structure according to claim 1 , wherein the guiding means guides the at least one tube or cable in such a way that a minimum bending radius of the at least one tube or cable is increased by the guiding means.5. The offshore wind turbine structure according to claim 1 , wherein the guiding means guides the at least one tube or cable to a guidance point that has a larger distance to the platform and/or a larger vertical height than the connection point.6. The ...

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02-06-2016 дата публикации

Readily strippable cable

Номер: US20160155539A1
Автор: Craig M. Joyce
Принадлежит: Individual

A readily-strippable cable is herein described having at least two wires encapsulated by a continuous electrically insulating layer, the insulating layer having at least one relatively weak portion that extends along the length of the cable and is substantially uniform in position and strength along the length of the cable; and wherein the weak portion is configured to allow the insulating layer to split along the relatively weak portion and down the length of the cable upon separation of the encapsulated wires by application of force against the relatively weaker portion of insulating layer in a direction substantially perpendicular to the length of the cable, thereby exposing the wires without the use of a secondary operation.

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15-09-2022 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Electrical Earthing Systems

Номер: US20220294132A1
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A system and method are disclosed for an electrical earthing or grounding system to protect electrical systems and structures. Such systems and structures are efficient at dissipating broadband energy. An earthing mix system in contact with a grounding electrode is separated into functional components; a conductive earthing mix which is in contact with an electrical conductor and an impedance transitioning earthing composition which is in contact with the conductivity earthing mix. The conductive earthing mix absorbs, radiates, conducts, and dissipates electrical energy. The impedance transitioning earthing mix acts as a lossy impedance matching media to reduce reflections and improve energy transfer. A conductive slurry mix fills in voids and aids in contact between the other elements. A grounding electrode system connects an electrically conductive electrode with an earthing mix system to achieve reduced impedance mismatch between the local soil and the grounding system itself while expanding the bandwidth of the overall system's grounding capability beyond traditional solutions. 1. An earthing system comprising:a. an electrode for placement in a hole in the ground;b. at least one conductive earthing mix contacting the electrode in the hole in the ground, andc. at least one impedance transitioning earthing mix contacting the at least one conductive earthing mix in the hole in the ground.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the electrode is in communication with a current source.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the electrode comprises a plurality of electrically conductive materials within different frequency bands.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of electrically conductive materials further comprises a first conductive material comprising copper and a second conductive material comprising carbon fiber.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising a third conductive material comprising nickel or iron.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least ...

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07-06-2018 дата публикации

BURIED DEVICE IDENTIFIER FILL AND METHOD OF IDENTIFYING A BURRIED DEVICE USING THE DEVICE IDENTIFIER FILL

Номер: US20180156357A1
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Provided is a method of identifying a location and/or type of buried device by a device identifier fill covering the buried device. Also provided is a buried device under the device identifier fill. 1. A method of identifying a buried device comprising:covering a device with a device identifier fill to provide a warning that when digging and removing the device identifier fill that there is a buried device in a location under the device identifier fill.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the device identifier fill identifies a type of the buried device.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising forming the device identifier fill by adding at least one color to a fill material to form the device identifier fill.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the buried device is a communications device and a color of the device identifier fill identifies that the buried device is a communications device.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the buried device is at least one of a sewar claim 1 , a water claim 1 , an electrical claim 1 , or a communication device.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a color of the device identifier fill identifies a type of the buried device.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying a colored fill over the device identifier fill claim 1 , the colored fill comprises a coloring agent so that a color of the colored fill when cured substantially matches a color of a surface next to the colored fill.8. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying a colored sealant over the device identifier fill claim 1 , the colored sealant comprises a coloring agent so that a color of the colored sealant when cured substantially matches a color of a surface next to the colored fill.9. The method according to claim 1 , further laying the device in a trench.10. The method according to claim 9 , further comprising forming the trench.11. The method according to claim 10 , further ...

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14-05-2020 дата публикации

Method of filling and sealing a microtrench and a sealed microtrench

Номер: US20200149659A1
Принадлежит: CCIIP LLC

Provided is a microtrench fill comprising cement, a polymer, and a colorant. Also provided is a method of using the microtrench fill to fill a microtrench in a roadway.

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14-05-2020 дата публикации

MICROTRENCHER HAVING A UTILITY AVOIDANCE SAFETY DEVICE AND METHOD OF MICROTRENCHING

Номер: US20200149660A1
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Provided is a microtrencher having a utility avoidance system that detects objects buried under the roadway, identifies whether the buried object is a utility and determines whether the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel. If the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel, an alert is sent to the operator, the vehicle is stopped, and/or the cutting wheel is raised in relation to the roadway. Also provided is a method of using the microtrencher to cut a microtrench in a roadway and to avoid cutting a buried utility in the path of the cutting wheel. 1. A microtrencher having a utility avoidance device configured for continuously cutting a microtrench in a roadway comprising:a motorized vehicle;a cutting wheel connected to the vehicle and being configured to continuously cut through a roadway and create a microtrench in the roadway; and an under-roadway detection unit configured to detect a buried utility under the roadway before the cutting wheel cuts the microtrench in the roadway;', 'a computer system configured to receive detection data from the under-roadway detection unit;', 'a user interface device coupled to the computer system;', 'a display coupled to the computer system, wherein the computer system is configured to interpret the detection data and identify the buried utility under the roadway, determine whether the buried utility is within a path of the cutting wheel, and at least one of sending an alert to an operator of the microtrencher or raising the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway to avoid cutting the buried utility within the path of the cutting wheel., 'a utility avoidance device connected to the vehicle comprising2. The microtrencher according to claim 1 , further comprising a cutting wheel height adjustment device configured to raise and lower the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway claim 1 , and the cutting wheel height adjustment device is in communication with the computer system.3. The microtrencher according ...

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07-06-2018 дата публикации

Submarine low loss cable system and method for arranging a submarine cable landfall system

Номер: US20180158566A1
Автор: HATLO Marius, OLSEN Espen
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A low loss cable system adapted for use as a cable landfall system. The cable system comprises a cable having a plurality of cores. Each core comprises a conductor, a first insulating layer, a second electrically conductive layer and a third layer. The cable comprises two sections, connected at a connection point CP. A first section of the cable is arranged to be exposed to a landfall area and a second section of the cable is arranged to be exposed to a submarine area. The cable is arranged such that circulating currents are prevented or reduced in the second conductive layers of the cable in the section exposed to the landfall area, thus assisting in maintaining the ampacity of the cable in this section without, or by reducing, the need to increase the cross sectional area of the cable in the landfall area. This is accomplished by electrically connecting the second conductive layers of the cores to each other at the connection point. At a distal end of the first section of the cable, the second layers are arranged to leave an open ended termination, thus avoiding a closed circuit that would otherwise create circulating currents in the second layers of the first section, thus maintaining ampacity. 1. A submarine low loss cable system , comprising a high voltage alternating current cable comprising a plurality of cable cores , each core comprising:a central, electrical conductor,a first, electrically insulating layer arranged radially outside of the electrical conductor,a second, electrically conducting layer arranged radially outside of the first layer, anda third layer arranged radially outside of the second layer,wherein:a first section of cable is connected to a second section of cable at a connection point, said second section being adapted to being exposed to a submarine area,at which connection point the second layers of each core are electrically connected to each other, and wherein at a distal end of first section of cable, the second layers are terminated ...

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24-06-2021 дата публикации

METALLIC STRUCTURE WITH WATER IMPERMEABLE AND ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE CEMENTITOUS SURROUND

Номер: US20210189677A1
Принадлежит: SHORE ACRES ENTERPRISES INC.

An electrically grounded and corrosion-protected assembly includes a metallic structure. At least a portion of the metallic structure is buried in the earth. A water impermeable and electrically conductive cementitious surround is applied to at least a section of the portion that is buried in the earth. The surround is in direct contact with the section and is between the section and the earth. 1. An electrically grounded and corrosion-protected assembly , comprising:a metallic structure, wherein at least a portion of the metallic structure is buried in the earth; anda water impermeable and electrically conductive cementitious surround applied to at least a section of the portion that is buried in the earth, wherein the surround is in direct contact with the section and is between the section and the earth.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the surround has a top edge claim 1 , and the assembly further comprises a diverter positioned on the top edge and extending around the metallic structure claim 1 , wherein the diverter is shaped to direct water away from the metallic structure.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the metallic structure is a pole.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the metallic structure is an anchor rod.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the metallic structure is a cladding on a non-metallic structure.6. The assembly of claim 1 , where the cementitious surround comprises a cementitious matrix and a particulate carbonaceous material dispersed in the cementitious matrix.7. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein the cementitious matrix comprises Portland cement.8. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein the particulate carbonaceous material comprises calcined petroleum coke.9. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cementitious surround comprises between 5 wt % and 70 wt % Portland cement claim 1 , and between 30 wt % and 90 wt % calcined petroleum coke.10. The assembly of claim 9 , wherein the cementitious surround comprises up to 50% slag.11. The ...

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22-09-2022 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION CABLING TAPE, SYSTEM AND TAPE APPLICATION DEVICE

Номер: US20220302691A1
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A distribution cabling tape system comprises a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface being substantially continuous across a side to side width, an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface, and first and second spacer layers arranged in a spaced apart configuration on the adhesive layer to form a continuous lengthwise channel configured to receive at least a portion of at least one distribution cable, each of the first and second spacer layers comprising a second adhesive layer disposed thereon, the second adhesive capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface. 1. A device for applying a distribution cabling tape system that includes a distribution cabling tape having an adhesive capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface and a distribution cable , comprising:a tape housing and distribution portion housing an amount of distribution cabling tape having at least one adhesive surface, anda distribution cable housing and distribution portion that houses a spool of distribution cable,wherein movement of the device in one direction simultaneously applies both the distribution cable and the distribution cabling tape in a single pass.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a spring-loaded netting disposed across a top surface of the distribution cable spool to provide a constant force on the cable spool.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a mechanism that lifts the road tape housing and distribution portion from the road surface when additional cable is to be pulled from distribution cable spool and deployed to a particular location.4. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a cable application guide disposed at or near the distribution cabling tape housing and distribution portion in order to guide the cable to the proper position with respect to the distribution cabling tape being ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

Watertight electrical compartment for use in irrigation devices and methods of use

Номер: US20190157852A1
Автор: Michael F. Paul
Принадлежит: Hunter Industries Inc

A watertight electrical compartment for use in an irrigation device can include a compartment body having a chamber and a sealing section configured to mate with one or more sealing rings. A sealing cap can mate with the sealing section and/or the sealing rings to seal the chamber. A cap retainer can be advanced over at least a portion of the sealing cap. One of the compartment body and cap retainer can have internal threads to be screwed onto external threads of the other one of the compartment body and cap retainer. The cap retainer can also have a stopping feature to keep the sealing cap in its sealed position. The watertight electrical compartment can be used in a wireless flow sensor assembly, a battery operated irrigation controller, and/or a battery-operated central controller device, to provide irrigation control, and/or sensor information, without the need for AC power.

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01-07-2021 дата публикации

WATERTIGHT ELECTRICAL COMPARTMENT FOR USE IN IRRIGATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20210203142A1
Автор: Paul Michael F.
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A watertight electrical compartment for use in an irrigation device can include a compartment body having a chamber and a sealing section configured to mate with one or more sealing rings. A sealing cap can mate with the sealing section and/or the sealing rings to seal the chamber. A cap retainer can be advanced over at least a portion of the sealing cap. One of the compartment body and cap retainer can have internal threads to be screwed onto external threads of the other one of the compartment body and cap retainer. The cap retainer can also have a stopping feature to keep the sealing cap in its sealed position. The watertight electrical compartment can be used in a wireless flow sensor assembly, a battery operated irrigation controller, and/or a battery-operated central controller device, to provide irrigation control, and/or sensor information, without the need for AC power. 1. A battery-operated , wireless , irrigation device configured to be secured to a lid of an irrigation valve box , the irrigation device comprising:a housing having a first end;a transmitter disposed in the housing and configured to wireless transmit a signal;a battery pack having a container and a mounting ring, the mounting ring being supported at least in part by the first end of the housing;a battery retainer being sized and shaped to be secured by the container of the battery pack, the battery retainer forming a receptacle and having an opening into the receptacle, the receptacle being sized and shaped to receive one or more batteries;a removable cover configured to close the opening into the receptacle of the battery retainer;a dome supported by the housing, the dome having an undersurface configured to abut against an outer surface of the lid; anda retainer mechanically attachable to the first end of the housing so as to tighten the dome, the mounting ring, and the retainer against the lid.2. The battery-operated claim 1 , wireless claim 1 , irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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21-06-2018 дата публикации

Underground Cable Transmissions

Номер: US20180175602A1
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A manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill product compacted in a trench around an underground electrical transmission cable, the manufactured granular backfill product including a mixture of a granular base material having an R value which is higher than 1.2 when compacted, with a sufficient amount of an additive of a granular iron compound having an R valve which is less than 1.2 when compacted, so as to provide a manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill product having an R value of 1.2 or lower when compacted. 1. A manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill product compacted in a trench around an underground electrical transmission cable , the manufactured granular backfill product including a mixture of a granular base material having an R value higher than 1.2 compacted with an additive of granular iron compound having an R value less than 1.2 compacted to provide the manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill product with an R value of 1.2 or lower when compacted.2. The manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill material according to claim 1 , wherein both the granular base material and the additive of granular iron compound are graded mixtures having both fine claim 1 , coarse and intermediate size particles and a maximum particle dimension of 6 mm wherein the manufactured thermally conductive backfill product is be compacted to remove entrapped air from the manufactured thermally conductive backfill product.3. The manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill material according to claim 1 , wherein the granular base material comprises silt and sand or mixtures thereof to provide silty sand or clayey sand or any combination thereof.4. The manufactured thermally conductive granular backfill material according to claim 3 , wherein the additive of granular iron compound includes a metal or metal ore and including salt added to reduce thermal resistivity of metal or metal ore.5. The manufactured thermally ...

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22-06-2017 дата публикации

A Material and Associated Arrangements, Systems and Methods

Номер: US20170179705A1
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A cable surround material for a cable of an electricity transmission system comprising a mixture of: an additive containing carbon; sand; and cement, wherein the material comprises, by weight, approximately 60-80% carbon containing additive, approximately 5-10% cement, and a remainder of sand. 1. A cable surround material for a cable of an electricity transmission system comprising a mixture of:an additive containing carbon;sand; andcement, wherein the material comprises, by weight, approximately 60-80% carbon containing additive, approximately 5-10% cement, and a remainder of sand.2. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the material comprises claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , approximately claim 1 , 67% carbon containing additive claim 1 , approximately 7% cement claim 1 , and approximately 26% sand.3. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the carbon containing additive comprises greater than approximately 90% by weight carbon.4. A cable surround material according to claim 3 , wherein the carbon containing additive comprises about 96% by weight carbon.5. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the cement is Portland cement.6. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the additive contains the carbon family element or a key ingredient or constituent in crystalline or amorphous form claim 1 , or both.7. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the additive contains the carbon family element or a key ingredient or constituent in a granular form of varying sizes.8. A method of mixing a cable surround material according to any preceding claim claim 1 , the method comprising:providing the carbon containing additive;providing the cement;providing the sand; andmixing the carbon containing additive, sand, and cement to form the cable surround material.10. A method according to further comprising mixing the cable surround material by:providing the carbon containing additive;providing the ...

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29-06-2017 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING A FLUID LIFTING DEVICE

Номер: US20170184657A1
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A system () is presented. The system includes a fluid lifting device () located inside a well (), and comprising an electrical motor (), a three phase cable () for coupling the fluid lifting device to a power source (), at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer () for generating imbalance signals () representative of an imbalance current in at least one of the electrical motor and the three phase cable, wherein the at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer is disposed such that the at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer surrounds at least a portion of the three phase cable, and a processing subsystem () for monitoring the health of at least one of the fluid lifting device and the three phase cable based on the imbalance signals. 1. A system , comprising:a fluid lifting device located inside a well and comprising an electrical motor;a three phase cable for coupling the fluid lifting device to a power source;at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer for generating imbalance signals representative of an imbalance current in at least one of the electrical motor and the three phase cable, wherein the at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer is disposed such that the at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer surrounds at least a portion of the three phase cable; anda processing subsystem for monitoring health of at least one of the fluid lifting device and the three phase cable based on the imbalance signals.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first section of the three phase cable is covered by one or more cable sheaths and a grounding cable sheath claim 1 , and a second section of the three phase cable is covered by the one or more cable sheaths claim 1 , and wherein the second section is not covered by the grounding cable sheath.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one high sensitivity differential current transformer is disposed ...

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30-06-2016 дата публикации

Support structure for electric cables of a surface heater

Номер: US20160192443A1
Автор: Werner Schluter
Принадлежит: Schluter Systems LP

A support structure for electric heating cables of a surface heater includes a film-like support layer with projections that extend upward and that define heating cable receiving channels therebetween for receiving the electric heating cables. A thermal barrier layer is fastened to the bottom side of the support layer.

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13-06-2019 дата публикации

Weak Link Latch

Номер: US20190181623A1
Автор: Andreasen Henrik Bang
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A weak-link latch for releasably pulling a cable () arranged in a conduit (). The weak link latch is releasably connected to the conduit, and securely connected to the cable. A plurality of arms () extend laterally from a central member () arranged to engage the conduit, with at least one of which arms being a rotatable arm (), rotatable about an axle () from an extended position in locked engagement with the conduit to a collapsed position disengaged from the conduit. A shear pin () is arranged between the rotatable arm () and the central member (), the shear pin arranged to prevent rotation of the rotatable arm from the extended position to the collapsed position, said shear pin having a predetermined breaking force, said breaking force being a shear force due to rotational force from the rotatable arm. 1. A weak-link latch for simultaneously pulling , in a pulling direction , a cylindrical conduit and a cable , said cable being arranged to be longitudinally movable inside the conduit , wherein the weak-link latch is releasable from the conduit while remaining securely connected to the cable , CHARACTERIZED IN THAT the weak-link latch comprises:a. An elongated central member having a first connection point at a leading end and a second connection point at a trailing end, the first connection point arranged for attachment to a pull-line for pulling in the pull direction and the second connection point arranged for connection to the cable,b. a plurality of rigid arms extending laterally from the central member, said rigid arms arranged, in a first, extended position, to lockingly engage a groove in the interior surface at a leading end of the conduit, wherein at least one of said arms is a rotatable rigid arm, rotatable in the direction toward the trailing end of the elongated central member about an axle from the first extended position in which the arms hold the weak-link latch in locked engagement with the conduit to a second, collapsed position in which the ...

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20-06-2019 дата публикации

Bend Restrictor Segment and Method of Manufacture

Номер: US20190186208A1
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A bend restrictor segment () for defining a minimum radius of curvature of a portion of an elongate member. The bend restrictor segment comprises a first body portion () and a further body portion (). The first and further body portions are connectable to form an annular body. The first body portion further comprises a fixing assembly () on an outer circumferential edge () of the first body portion, for connecting the first and further body portions together, the fixing assembly being integrally connected with the first body portion. 1. A bend restrictor segment comprising:a first body portion; anda further body portion;wherein the first and further body portions are connectable to form an annular body; andwherein the first body portion comprises a fixing assembly on an outer circumferential edge of the first body portion, for connecting the first and further body portions together, the fixing assembly being integrally connected with the first body portion.2. The bend restrictor segment according to claim 1 , wherein each of the first body portion and further body portion comprise a neck portion extending therefrom.3. The bend restrictor segment according to claim 2 , wherein each of the first and further body portions are configured to be located over a neck portion of a further bend restrictor segment to connect the bend restrictor segments together in series.4. The bend restrictor segment according to claim 1 , wherein the fixing assembly comprises a bolt rotatably connected at a first end region to the outer circumferential edge of the first body portion.5. The bend restrictor segment according to claim 4 , wherein the first end region of the bolt extends through a through-hole in a first bar; andwherein the first bar is rotatable within a cavity formed in the outer circumferential edge.6. The bend restrictor segment according to claim 5 , wherein the through-hole in the first bar is threaded claim 5 , for threaded engagement with the first end region of the ...

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12-07-2018 дата публикации

Temporary Load Securing Device for an Armoured High Voltage Cable and a Method for Facilitating Installation-Related Operations of an Armoured High Voltage Cable

Номер: US20180198268A1
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A temporary load securing device for armoured high voltage cables includes a ring flange splittable lengthwise, with first and second armour attachment surfaces for welding armour wires to the ring flange, a first tapering reinforcement member splittable lengthwise, mountable around the cable and first armour attachment surface, and arranged to be attached to a first flange surface of the ring flange, thereby extending in a first axial direction away from the first flange surface, a second tapering reinforcement member splittable lengthwise, mountable around the cable and second armour attachment surface, and arranged to be attached to a second flange surface of the ring flange, opposite to the first flange surface, thereby extending in a second axial direction, opposite to the first direction, away from the second flange surface, and a casing splittable lengthwise, and mountable around the first and second tapering reinforcement members and having engagement means for lifting the temporary load securing device. 1. A temporary load securing device made of metal , for armoured high voltage cables (C) , wherein the temporary load securing device comprises:a ring flange splittable lengthwise, which ring flange has a first armour attachment surface and a second armour attachment surface for welding armour wires (W) of the armoured high voltage cable (C) to the ring flange, wherein the first armour attachment surface extends in a first essentially axial direction, and the second armour attachment surface extends in a second essentially axial direction, opposite to the first essentially axial direction,a first tapering reinforcement member splittable lengthwise, designed to be mounted around an armoured high voltage cable (C) and around the first armour attachment surface and which first tapering reinforcement member is arranged to be attached to a first flange surface of the ring flange, thereby extending in a first axial direction away from the first flange surface,a ...

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25-06-2020 дата публикации

METHOD OF INSTALLING OPTICAL FIBER AND/OR INNERDUCT/MICRODUCT UNDER A ROADWAY SURFACE USING A FILL MASK TO PREVENT FILL MATERIAL FROM BONDING TO THE ROADWAY SURFACE

Номер: US20200200292A1
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A method of using a fill mask to prevent overfill and/or spillage of a fill material from bonding to the roadway surface or staining the roadway surface during filling of a microtrench. 1. A method of installing an optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct under a roadway surface comprising:cutting a microtrench in a roadway with a microtrencher;installing an optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct in the microtrench;applying a fill mask composition on a roadway surface to form a fill mask on the roadway surface on at least one side of the microtrech; andfilling the microtrench with a fill material, wherein the fill mask prevents overfill and/or spillage of the fill material from bonding to the roadway surface or staining the roadway surface.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask is applied to the roadway surface after forming the microtrench.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask is applied to the roadway surface before forming the microtrench.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask is applied to the roadway surface by a paint roller.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask is applied to the roadway surface by spraying.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask is substantially clear or substantially matches a color of the roadway.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising ensuring that no fill mask composition is applied within the microtrench to avoid negatively affecting bonding between roadway surfaces within microtrench and a fill material.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fill mask composition comprises a sealant.9. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising: a motorized vehicle;', 'a cutting wheel connected to the vehicle and being configured to continuously cut through a roadway and create the microtrench in the roadway; and', an under-roadway detection unit configured to detect buried utilities under the roadway before the ...

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04-07-2019 дата публикации

Grounding circuit, electrical device, grounding control method, and grounding control program

Номер: US20190207383A1
Автор: Shohei Yamaguchi
Принадлежит: NEC Corp

[Problem] To suppress current flowing to a contact of a relay when grounding a device to be grounded by connecting the contact of the relay, and to suppress arc discharge between relay contacts when the grounding state of the device to be grounded is released by disconnecting the relay contact. [Solution] A grounding circuit equipped with: a first relay contact connected to a device to be grounded; a resistor that is connected between the first relay contact and an earth, and that suppresses current flowing to the first relay contact when the contact of the first relay is closed; and a second relay contact that is connected in parallel with the resistor, and that is closed before the first relay contact is opened when the grounding state of the device to be grounded is released.

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11-07-2019 дата публикации

Modular Flooring Tiles and System

Номер: US20190211514A1
Принадлежит: Signature Systems Group, LLC

Modular floor tiles include a first surface configured to receive weight. The first surface is supported by primary walls interior to and extending the full height of the tiles, and which may be intersecting to form a grid. Secondary walls of a lesser height support the primary walls, may be non-linear such as circular, and may support either side of vertices of intersecting primary walls. Joining members and corresponding receivers in the sides of tiles are dimensioned to engage one another from adjacent tiles to join the tiles and restrict lateral movement. Fastener(s) in each tile are associated with slots and may be selectively moved between unlocked and locked positions to restrict vertical movement. Some embodiments include cable channels with corresponding cover plates, and inclined portions providing ramps. Any number and combination of tiles may be connected to one another to form a modular flooring system. 1. A modular floor tile comprising:a first surface and an opposite second surface;at least one perimetric side extending between said first and second surfaces, said at least one perimetric side defining a height of said modular floor tile;a plurality of primary walls extending between said first and second surfaces and having a height substantially the same as said height of said modular floor tile, said plurality of primary walls configured to support said first surface; anda plurality of secondary walls extending from said first surface and between at least two of said primary walls, said plurality of secondary walls configured to support said primary walls, and said secondary walls having a height less than said height of said primary support walls.2. The modular floor tile as recited in claim 1 , wherein said height of said secondary walls is half of said height of said primary walls.3. The modular floor tile as recited in claim 1 , wherein said primary walls intersect to form a grid having a plurality of vertices.4. The modular floor tile as ...

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02-07-2020 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION CABLING TAPE AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20200209500A1
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A distribution cabling tape comprises a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface having a continuous lengthwise channel formed in a first portion thereof. The tape also includes an adhesive layer disposed on a second and third portion of the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface, such as a road, curb, or walkway. 1. A distribution cabling system comprising:a distribution cable; a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, and', 'an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to the road surface; and, 'a distribution cabling tape comprising;'}a road surface having a trench and a channel formed in a bottom surface of the trench, the channel being narrower than a width of the trench, wherein the channel is configured to receive the distribution cable such that the distribution cabling tape can be disposed in the trench directly above the channel with the first major surface adhering to the road surface and the second major surface at road surface level.2. The distribution cabling system of claim 1 , wherein the second major surface of the distribution cabling tape comprises a patterned surface having a plurality of raised structures.3. The distribution cabling system of claim 1 , wherein the second major surface of the distribution cabling tape comprises a coated surface.4. The distribution cabling system of claim 3 , wherein the coated surface comprises a surface coated with at least one of a thermoset claim 3 , a thermoplastic claim 3 , and retroreflective elements.5. The distribution cabling system of claim 1 , wherein the road surface comprises concrete or asphalt.6. The distribution cabling system of claim 1 , wherein the distribution cable comprises at least one optical fiber.7. The distribution cabling system of claim 1 , wherein the distribution ...

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11-07-2019 дата публикации

Protection Assembly for an Elongate Member Deployed Underwater

Номер: US20190214801A1
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The invention relates to a protection assembly for mounting in an underwater support structure, and to a method of installing such an assembly. According to one aspect of the invention, the protection assembly comprises at least one bend protection device () coupled to a retaining device (). The bend protection device () and the retaining device () together provide a through-going passage () for receiving an elongate member which is to be protected. The support structure () has an opening () through which the elongate member is passed, and the retaining device () is configured to be received in the opening () in the support structure and to engage with the support structure to resist subsequent withdrawal from it. Installation of the protection assembly comprises grasping an end portion of the protection assembly with a releasable clamp (), arranging a pulling line to pass through the opening in the support structure to the mechanical clamp and securing the pulling line to the mechanical clamp (), drawing the retaining device of the protection assembly into the opening () in the support structure using the pulling line and engaging the retaining device with the support structure, and releasing the clamp () from the protection assembly. 1. A method of installing a protection assembly in an underwater support structure , the protection assembly including at least one bend protection device coupled to a retaining device , the bend protection device and the retaining device together providing a through-going passage for receiving an elongate member which is to be protected , the support structure having an opening through which the elongate member is passed , and the retaining device being configured to be received in the opening in the support structure and to engage with the support structure to resist subsequent withdrawal from it , the method comprising:grasping an end portion of the protection assembly with a releasable clamp,arranging a pulling line to pass ...

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02-07-2020 дата публикации

CUTTING DEVICE FOR THE SEVERANCE OF AN ELECTRICAL POWER CABLE, OR OF A STRAND SECTION

Номер: US20200212661A1
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A device is used to sever an electrical power cable for the transmission of high voltage. The device includes a frame having first movable cutting blade carried thereon and second stationary cutting blades carried thereon. The blades can sever the electrical power cable upon movement of the first cutting blade relative to the frame. A sensor is provided and is configured to register a position of the first cutting blade relative to the frame. An evaluation and/or transmission controller is configured to receive information from the sensor and interrupt severing of the electrical power cable by the blades in response to the information. 1. A device used to sever an electrical power cable for the transmission of high voltage , the electrical power cable having an insulation sheath , a screening layer and a conductive layer , comprising:a frame defining a cavity;a first cutting blade carried by the frame, the first cutting blade being movable relative to the frame;a second cutting blade carried by the frame and stationary relative to the frame during a cutting operation, the first and second cutting blades being capable of severing the electrical power cable upon movement of the first cutting blade relative to the frame;a sensor configured to register a position of the first cutting blade relative to the frame; andan evaluation and/or transmission controller in communication with the sensor, the evaluation and/or transmission controller configured to receive information from the sensor and interrupt severing of the electrical power cable by the first and second cutting blades in response to the information.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is mounted on the first cutting blade.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a passive sensor.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising an active sensor configured to interrogate the passive sensor.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the active sensor is in the evaluation and/or transmission controller.6. The ...

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25-07-2019 дата публикации

MICROTRENCHER HAVING A UTILITY AVOIDANCE SAFETY DEVICE AND METHOD OF MICROTRENCHING

Номер: US20190226603A1
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Provided is a microtrencher having a utility avoidance system that detects objects buried under the roadway, identifies whether the buried object is a utility and determines whether the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel. If the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel, an alert is sent to the operator, the vehicle is stopped, and/or the cutting wheel is raised in relation to the roadway. 1. A microtrencher having a utility avoidance device configured for continuously cutting a microtrench in a roadway comprising:a motorized vehicle;a cutting wheel connected to the vehicle and being configured to continuously cut through a roadway and create a microtrench in the roadway; and an under-roadway detection unit configured to detect buried utilities under the roadway before the cutting wheel cuts the microtrench in the roadway;', 'a computer system configured to receive detection data from the under-roadway detection unit;', 'a user interface device coupled to the computer system;', 'a display coupled to the computer system, wherein the computer system is configured to interpret the detection data and identify utilities buried under the roadway, determine whether the buried utility is within the path of the cutting wheel, and if the buried utility is within the path of the cutting wheel, at least one of sending an alert to an operator of the microtrencher, stopping forward movement of the vehicle, and/or raising the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway., 'a utility avoidance device connected to the vehicle comprising2. The microtrencher according to claim 1 , further comprising a cutting wheel height adjustment device configured to raise and lower the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway claim 1 , and the cutting wheel height adjustment device is in communication with the computer system.3. The microtrencher according to claim 1 , further comprising a vehicle control system configured to control a speed of the vehicle claim 1 , and the ...

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17-08-2017 дата публикации

Floor power distribution system

Номер: US20170237244A1
Принадлежит: Steelcase Inc

A connection arrangement for a floor power distribution system is provided herein. The connection arrangement includes a hub arrangement having a hub housing and an electrical connector. The hub housing is configured to abut a floor. The connection arrangement also includes a door module having a lower portion configured to abut the floor, a raised portion configured to engage the hub housing of the hub arrangement, and a door that is movable between a closed position to prevent access to the electrical connector and an open position to allow access to the electrical connector.

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25-07-2019 дата публикации

Installation of pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly

Номер: US20190229513A1
Принадлежит: Sterlite Technologies Ltd

The present disclosure relates to method for underground installation of a pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly. The method includes a first step of drilling a first pilot bore from a second manhole to a first manhole. In addition, the method includes a second step of pulling the pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly. Further, the method includes a third step of drilling a second pilot bore from a third manhole to the second manhole. Furthermore, the method includes a fourth step of pulling the pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly from the second manhole to the third manhole. Moreover, the method of underground installation of the pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly eliminates the need for blowing the pre-ducted optical fiber cable assembly with a cable blowing machine.

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16-07-2020 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION CABLING TAPE, SYSTEM AND TAPE APPLICATION DEVICE

Номер: US20200227904A1
Принадлежит:

A distribution cabling tape system comprises a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface being substantially continuous across a side to side width, an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface, and first and second spacer layers arranged in a spaced apart configuration on the adhesive layer to form a continuous lengthwise channel configured to receive at least a portion of at least one distribution cable, each of the first and second spacer layers comprising a second adhesive layer disposed thereon, the second adhesive capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface. 1. A distribution cabling tape system , comprising:a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface being substantially continuous across a side to side width;an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface; andfirst and second spacer layers arranged in a spaced apart configuration on the adhesive layer to form a continuous lengthwise channel configured to receive at least a portion of at least one distribution cable, each of the first and second spacer layers comprising a second adhesive layer disposed thereon, the second adhesive capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface.2. The distribution cabling tape system of claim 1 , wherein the spacer layers and polymeric base sheet are formed from the same material.3. The distribution cabling tape system of claim 1 , wherein each spacer layer has a width of between 0.5 and 2 inches and a thickness of from about 0.05 to about 0.5 inches.4. The distribution cabling tape system of claim 1 , further comprising a release liner.5. The distribution cabling tape system of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second spacers layers has a tapered cross ...

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01-08-2019 дата публикации

ENCLOSURE FOR CABLE DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190237953A1
Автор: WANG Chi-Ming
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An enclosure for breaking out a trunk cable includes: a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface; a shell having a front and two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity; a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; and a trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors and/or a plurality of optical fibers. The power conductors and the optical fibers are connected with respective ones of the plurality of connectors. 1. A method of connecting electronic equipment mounted on an antenna tower , comprising the steps of: a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface;', 'a shell having a front and two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity;', 'a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; and', 'a trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors and/or a plurality of optical fibers; the power conductors and the optical fibers being connected with respective ones of the plurality of connectors;, '(a) providing an assembly enclosure for breaking out a trunk cable, the assembly comprising(b) raising the assembly enclosure to an elevated location on an antenna tower;(c) mounting the assembly enclosure at the elevated location;(d) attaching at least one jumper cable to at least one of the plurality of connectors; and(e) attaching the at least one jumper cable to electronic equipment at the elevated location.2. The method defined in claim 1 , wherein each of the side walls is disposed at an oblique angle to the flat surface of the base.3. The method defined in claim 2 , wherein each of the side walls is disposed ...

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01-09-2016 дата публикации

BUNDLE OF CABLES, A METHOD OF LAYING CABLES AND USE OF A SECURING MEANS

Номер: US20160254653A1
Автор: WORZYK Thomas
Принадлежит: ABB TECHNOLOGY LTD

A bundle of cables includes at least two underwater cables and a fastener for fastening the underwater cables together. The fastener is water-soluble, biologically decomposable and/or chemically decomposable. A method of laying at least two underwater cables simultaneously from a vessel and a method of using a water-soluble, biologically decomposable and/or chemically decomposable fastener to fasten at least two underwater cables together to form a bundle of cables are also described. 117-. (canceled)18. A bundle of cables , comprising:at least two underwater cables;an underwater power cable; anda fastener for fastening the underwater cables together,wherein the fastener is water-soluble, biologically decomposable by bacterial or fungal action and/or chemically decomposable by hydrolysis.19. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the bundle comprises an underwater fiber optical cable.20. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is an adhesive tape.21. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is a strand claim 18 , cord claim 18 , belt or rope.22. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is woven.23. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is non-woven.24. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is wrapped around the bundle of cables.25. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is braided or interweaved with the cables to form a structure in which the cables are fastened together such that there is a gap between adjacent cables which corresponds to the thickness of the fastener.26. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener is a clamp.27. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , wherein the fastener comprises a thermoplastic polymer.28. The bundle of cables according to claim 27 , wherein the fastener comprises polyglycolic acid.29. The bundle of cables according to claim 18 , ...

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17-09-2015 дата публикации

Anti-Theft Enclosure and Cover

Номер: US20150263502A1
Принадлежит: Hubbell Inc

A utility enclosure includes a box, a bracket connected to the box, and a lid placed over the box. The box includes a plurality of walls and a central opening. The bracket has a center portion and a first opening in the center portion for receiving a fastener to connect the bracket to one of the walls. The removable lid covers the central opening.

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23-09-2021 дата публикации

FLOOR POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210296868A1
Принадлежит: Steeelcase Inc.

A connection arrangement for a floor power distribution system includes a hub arrangement configured to distribute electrical power and including a hub housing and an electrical connector, the hub housing configured to abut a floor, and an adapter configured to engage the hub housing of the hub arrangement and configured to abut the floor, wherein at least a portion of the adapter is cantilevered over at least a portion of the hub housing, wherein the portion of the adapter that is cantilevered over the portion of the hub housing is vertically aligned with the electrical connector of the hub arrangement. 1. A connection arrangement for a floor power distribution system , comprising:a hub arrangement configured to distribute electrical power and including a hub housing and an electrical connector, the hub housing configured to abut a floor; andan adapter configured to engage the hub housing of the hub arrangement and configured to abut the floor, wherein at least a portion of the adapter is cantilevered over at least a portion of the hub housing, wherein the portion of the adapter that is cantilevered over the portion of the hub housing is vertically aligned with the electrical connector of the hub arrangement.2. The connection arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the adapter comprises an electrical connector that is complementary to the electrical connector of the hub arrangement claim 1 , wherein the electrical connector of the adapter is vertically aligned with the electrical connector of the hub arrangement.3. The connection arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the electrical connector of the hub arrangement comprises an electrical receptacle located on the hub housing and the electrical connector of the adapter comprises a plurality of prongs configured to be received in the electrical receptacle and extending downwardly from the portion of the adapter that is cantilevered over the portion of the hub housing.4. The connection arrangement of claim 1 , further comprising; ...

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30-09-2021 дата публикации

Undersea repeater and light-amplifying method

Номер: US20210306076A1
Автор: Satoshi Mikami
Принадлежит: NEC Corp

An undersea repeater includes: a case housing therein a plurality of subunits; a plurality of optical amplifiers each being included as the subunit and having an amplifier that amplifies, based on excitation light, optical power of input signal light and outputs the amplified light; and an excitation light source that is included as the subunit, generates the excitation light, and outputs the split excitation light to each of the optical amplification units.

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06-08-2020 дата публикации

Monitoring Subsea Cables

Номер: US20200249106A1
Автор: Alastair Godfrey
Принадлежит: Optasense Holdings Ltd

This applications relates to methods and apparatus monitoring of subsea cables ( 100 ), for example subsea power or telecommunication cables, and in particular to determining a burial status for such cables. The method involves interrogating a sensing optical fibre ( 107 ) with an interrogator unit ( 108 ) to perform distributed fibre optic sensing. The sensing optical fibre ( 107 ) is deployed along the path of the subsea cable ( 100 ) and may, in some instances, form part of the subsea cable. A frequency spectrum of the respective measurement signal from at least one sensing portion of the sensing fibre ( 107 ), which corresponds to pressure variations (ΔP(t)) due to surface water waves ( 109 ) to determine a burial status. High frequency components of the pressure variation that are detected in any unburied section ( 106 ) are attenuated in buried sections ( 105 ).

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13-09-2018 дата публикации

Litz Wire As Tracer Wire And Litz Wire Marker Tape

Номер: US20180259676A1
Принадлежит: Eas Ip LLC

A new use for Litz wire is described. Litz wire is used as “bare” tracer wire, as tracer wire within known woven polyester or aramid fiber pull tape and as tracer wire within a known marker tape. Litz marker tape is described which is a novel type of marker tape is wherein Litz wire is incorporated into the structure of conventional marker tape so that the marker tape may be remotely located and mapped once it has been buried underground. In addition a method is disclosed for determining the proper size of an individual strand of wire in a Litz wire bundle which is going to be used as Litz pull tape or as Litz marker tape. In addition a method of emplacing Litz wire tracer wire or marker tape using a horizontal boring machine is disclosed.

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04-12-2014 дата публикации

Location and Monitoring of Undersea Cables

Номер: US20140355383A1
Автор: Magnus Mcewen-King
Принадлежит: Optasense Holdings Ltd

The present application described methods an apparatus for locating and/or monitoring subsea cables ( 101 ) having an optical fibre ( 105 ) deployed along its length. The optical fibre ( 105 ) is connected to a distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) interrogator unit to interrogate the optical fibre to provide a fibre optic DAS sensor. To locate the cable an acoustic stimulus is transmitted into the water from one or more known locations. The time of arrival of an acoustic signal matching the stimulus at the sensing portions of the DAS fibre can be detected and used to determine information about the location of those sensing portions to the known location. The DAS signals returns can also be monitored under ambient conditions to detect any signals indicative of likely damage to the cable.

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22-08-2019 дата публикации

FLOOR POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20190260193A1
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A power hub includes a base assembly configured to abut a floor surface, a shaft coupled at a lower end to the base assembly, a handle coupled to an upper end of the shaft, and an electrical receptacle block housed in an upper end of the shaft, below the handle. 1. A power hub , comprising:a base assembly configured to abut a floor surface;a shaft coupled at a lower end to the base assembly;a handle coupled to an upper end of the shaft; andan electrical receptacle block housed in an upper end of the shaft, below the handle.2. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly further comprises a neck.3. The power hub of claim 2 , wherein the shaft lower end is coupled to the neck.4. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly is weighted.5. The power hub of claim 4 , wherein the base assembly comprises an upper member comprising a first material and a lower member comprising a second material.6. The power hub of claim 5 , wherein the first material is different than the second material.7. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly includes a relief configured to receive a power cord therein in a coiled configuration.8. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a loop having an obround shape.9. The power hub of claim 8 , wherein the handle comprises plastic material.10. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the electrical receptacle block comprises one or more electrical receptacles on a first side and one or more electrical receptacles on a second side that is substantially opposite the first side.11. The power hub of claim 10 , wherein the one or more electrical receptacles on the first and second sides are configured as NEMA receptacles.12. A power hub claim 10 , comprising:a base assembly configured to abut a floor surface;a shaft coupled at a lower end to the base assembly;a handle extending from the shaft; andan electrical receptacle block housed in an upper end of the shaft, where the handle is separate from the shaft and the ...

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13-08-2020 дата публикации

SUBMARINE BRANCHING UNIT AND SUBMARINE BRANCHING METHOD

Номер: US20200257251A1
Автор: TAKIGAWA Yoshinari
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

In order to enable switching control over power-feeding paths even in the event of a ground fault or an open fault in a power-feeding path, the submarine branching unit is provided with: a switching circuit which switches multiple power-feeding paths formed among a first through a third power-receiving ports; a control circuit which receives power from a power-feeding path formed between the first power-receiving port and the second power-receiving port and controls the switching circuit; and a connection circuit which connects the control circuit between the third power-receiving port and a sea-earth when no power is supplied to the control circuit from the power-feeding path formed between the first power-receiving port and the second power-receiving port. 1. A submarine branching unit , comprising:a switching circuit configured to switch a plurality of power feeding paths formed between first to third power receiving ports;a control circuit configured to receive power feeding from a power feeding path formed between the first power receiving port and the second power receiving port, and control the switching circuit; anda connection circuit configured to connect the control circuit between the third power receiving port and a sea earth when power is not fed to the control circuit from a power feeding path formed between the first power receiving port and the second power receiving port.2. The submarine branching unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe third power receiving port is connected to a terminal station different from a terminal station connected to a power feeding path formed between the first power receiving port and the second power receiving port.3. The submarine branching unit according to claim 2 , further comprisinga detection circuit configured to detect a power feeding state to the power feeding path formed between the first power receiving port and the second power receiving port, whereinthe connection circuit connects the control circuit ...

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13-10-2016 дата публикации

UNDERSEA CABLE, UNDERSEA CABLE INSTALLATION STRUCTURE, AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING UNDERSEA CABLE

Номер: US20160301198A1
Принадлежит: FURUKAWA ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

Ocean floating installations () are disposed on the ocean. The ocean floating installations () float on the ocean with the lower part of the ocean floating installations () being fixed to the seabed by mooring ropes (). Each of the ocean floating installations () is connected at a connection part () to a cable (), which is a first cable. Each of the cables () is connected at a connection part () to a cable (), which is a second cable. In other words, the ocean floating installations () are connected to each other by the cables () and the cable (). A connection is established with the cables () at the connection parts () located on the seabed. In other words, the cables () are installed on the seabed. 1. An undersea cable comprising:a first cable having an impermeable layer formed by winding a tape-shaped component; anda second cable having an impermeable layer formed of a lead sheath, whereineach of the first cable and the second cable comprises at least a power cable and armoring portions wherein the power cable includes a conductor on which an insulating layer, a shielding layer, an impermeable layer, and an anti-corrosive layer are formed in sequence and the armoring portions are formed by disposing a plurality of wire material on the periphery side of the whole of a plurality of the power cables in the circumferential direction of the periphery of the whole power cables and providing the wire materials helically in the axial direction of the power cables; andthe second cable is placed between a pair of the first cables to be connected thereto.2. The undersea cable according to claim 1 , wherein:the tape-shaped component is a multilayer tape in which a metal layer is interposed by resin layers; andthe metal layer of the multilayer tape has at least either protrusion portions or recess portions that are repeatedly formed thereon.3. The undersea cable according to claim 1 , wherein:an external impermeable layer is provided on the periphery side of the armoring ...

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13-10-2016 дата публикации

SUBSEA CABLE ENGAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20160301212A1
Принадлежит:

A subsea cable engagement system for connecting at least one cable end connector in communication with a power generation unit to a hub mounted cable connector of a hub. The system comprises a base; and at least one hub. The base comprises an engagement section for receiving a hub(s); and at least one engagement member for engaging a cable-end connector. The hub(s) comprises at least one hub-mounted cable connectors. The engagement member(s) of the base and/or the at least one hub-mounted cable connector are arranged to provide relative movement therebetween for engagement of at least one cable-end connector with at least one hub-mounted cable connector. 1. A subsea cable engagement system for connecting at least one cable end connector in communication with a power generation unit to a hub mounted cable connector of a hub , comprising:a base comprising:an engagement section for receiving a hub; andat least one engagement member for engaging a cable-end connector; andat least one hub comprising at least one hub mounted cable connector;in which the engagement member(s) of the base and/or the at least one hub-mounted cable connector are arranged to provide relative movement therebetween for engagement of at least one cable-end connector with at least one hub-mounted cable connector.2. A system as claimed in claim 1 , in which the system further comprises at least one actuation mechanism arranged to provide relative movement between the engagement member(s) of the base and/or the hub mounted cable connector(s).3. A system as claimed in claim 2 , in which the at least one actuation mechanism is arranged to displace the at least one hub mounted cable connector(s) in a direction towards and/or away from the at least one engagement member of the base.4. A system as claimed in claim 1 , in which the at least one hub comprises at least one stab plate comprising the at least one hub mounted cable connectors.5. A system as claimed in claim 4 , in which the at least one ...

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10-09-2020 дата публикации

WATERTIGHT ELECTRICAL COMPARTMENT FOR USE IN IRRIGATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20200284370A1
Автор: Paul Michael F.
Принадлежит:

A watertight electrical compartment for use in an irrigation device can include a compartment body having a chamber and a sealing section configured to mate with one or more sealing rings. A sealing cap can mate with the sealing section and/or the sealing rings to seal the chamber. A cap retainer can be advanced over at least a portion of the sealing cap. One of the compartment body and cap retainer can have internal threads to be screwed onto external threads of the other one of the compartment body and cap retainer. The cap retainer can also have a stopping feature to keep the sealing cap in its sealed position. The watertight electrical compartment can be used in a wireless flow sensor assembly, a battery operated irrigation controller, and/or a battery-operated central controller device, to provide irrigation control, and/or sensor information, without the need for AC power. 1. A battery-operated , wireless , irrigation device configured to be secured to a lid of an irrigation valve box , the lid having a hole , the irrigation device comprising:a compartment configured to support one or more electronic components;a transmitter housing having a first end and a second end, the first end being supported by the compartment, at least the second end being sized and shaped to pass through the hole;a transmitter disposed in the transmitter housing and configured to wireless transmit a signal;a dome mechanically attachable to the second end after the second end passes through the hole, the dome having an undersurface configured to abut against an outer surface of the lid; anda retainer mechanically attachable to the transmitter housing so as to tighten both the dome and the retainer against the lid when the second end is passed through the hole and the dome is mechanically attached to the second end.2. The battery-operated claim 1 , wireless claim 1 , irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more electronic components comprises one or more of a battery claim 1 , ...

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26-09-2019 дата публикации

SEPARATION DUCT HAVING LONGITUDINAL SPACERS

Номер: US20190293210A1
Автор: Schaefer Thomas E.
Принадлежит: SubCom, LLC

A separation duct for encompassing an elongate member. The duct includes longitudinal internal spacers extend longitudinally in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the duct. A longitudinal plane for each spacer is substantially parallel to the longitudinal plane of the other spacers. The spacers support the elongate member and resist slippage of the duct relative to the elongate member. The duct may be used to provide separation and protection for elongate members of a range of outside dimensions. 1. A duct segment comprising:a body having an inner surface; anda first spacer and a second spacer arranged on the inner surface,wherein the first spacer extends longitudinally from a first position on the inner surface of the body toward a second position on the inner surface of the body,wherein the second spacer extends longitudinally from a third position on the inner surface of the body toward a fourth position on the inner surface of the body, andwherein a first longitudinal plane associated with the first spacer is parallel or approximately parallel with a second longitudinal plane associated with the second spacer.2. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the first longitudinal plane extends along a length of the first spacer and through a top and a bottom of the first spacer.3. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the second longitudinal plane extends along a length of the second spacer and through a top and a bottom of the second spacer.4. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the article segment is configured to be combined with at least one additional article segment claim 1 , the combination forming a cavity for supporting or encompassing an elongate member via at least the first and second spacers.5. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the elongate member is an optical cable claim 1 , an electrical cable claim 1 , a pipeline claim 1 , or a tube.6. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the first and second spacers have different heights.7. The segment of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

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27-10-2016 дата публикации

A method of managing a hydroelectric turbine array

Номер: US20160312760A1
Автор: Dunne Paul, Ives James
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The present invention provides a method of managing a hydroelectric turbine array comprising installing a plurality of subsea foundations on a subsea surface and positioning interconnecting electrical cables between two or more of the subsea foundations, which cables then remain in position on the seabed during the operation of the array while allowing other components such as turbines to be removed for repair or the like without disturbing said cables. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of managing a hydroelectric turbine array , the method comprising installing a plurality of subsea foundations on a subsea surface; and positioning interconnecting electrical cables between two or more of the subsea foundations.22. A method according to comprising the step of positioning a power transmission cable between one of the subsea foundations and a remote electrical substation.23. A method according to comprising the step of establishing a mechanical and/or electrical connection between each end of each electrical cable and the respective subsea foundation.24. A method according to comprising the step of providing an electrical subsystem on one or more of the foundations.25. A method according to comprising providing power conditioning equipment as the electrical subsystem.26. A method according to comprising claim 24 , in the step of positioning interconnecting electrical cables claim 24 , positioning the cables such that claim 24 , in use claim 24 , an electrical output associated with each foundation is processed by at least one of the electrical subsystems.27. A method according to comprising the steps of providing a hydroelectric turbine on one or more of the subsea foundations before or after positioning the interconnecting electrical cables; and securing the turbine to the respective foundation.28. A method according to comprising the step of establishing an electrical connection between each turbine and the respective foundation.29. A method according to in which the step ...

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03-11-2016 дата публикации

Power Cable Assembly Device And A Power Cable Provided With Such A Device

Номер: US20160320579A1
Принадлежит: ABB TECHNOLOGY LTD

A power cable assembly device adapted to be arranged in the spaces between neighbouring power cores of a power cable. The power cable assembly device includes an extruded profiled body made of a polymer material having a first, second, and third walls. The first wall being convex and having an exterior surface adapted to face a jacket of the power cable. The profiled body also having a chamber wall extending from the second to the third wall, defining a slit and adapted to receive a fibre optic cable. 12424242244681066661022822188101810016415810161630151001022110010221a,b,ca,b. A power cable assembly device adapted to be arranged in the spaces between neighbouring power cores () of a power cable () , comprising an extruded profiled body () made of a polymer material and adapted to the cross-sectional shape and elongation of the power cable , said profiled body () comprising a first wall () , a second wall () and a third wall () , said first wall () being convex and having first and second opposite end portions () , the first wall () having an exterior surface () adapted to face a jacket () of the power cable () , said profiled body further comprising a chamber wall () extending from said second wall () to said third wall () , said chamber wall () having an interior surface () defining a chamber () , said profiled body () defining a slit () between said second wall () and said third wall () to said chamber () , said chamber () being adapted to receive a fibre optic cable () via said slit () , characterised in that at least a portion of said interior surface () and at least a portion of said exterior surface () is provided with a semi-conductive material () , respectively , said interior surface () and said exterior surface () being electrically interconnected by said semi-conductive material ().2. A power cable assembly device according to claim 1 , wherein{'b': 100', '16', '30', '21', '21, 'i': 'a', 'at least a portion of the surface () of the chamber () for the ...

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02-11-2017 дата публикации

MediaLink Interconnection Box

Номер: US20170317482A1
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Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing MediaLink Interconnection Boxes (“MIBs”). In some embodiments, a plurality of MediaLink Interconnection Boxes (“MIBs”) or media interconnection devices, which may be disposed throughout a recreational vehicle (“RV”) park or other bulk service provider application sites, or the like, may serve as demarcation units designed to each provide an accessible indoor or outdoor interface where long-term or temporary/transient customers can directly connect to land line service (e.g., POTS service), video or television service, and/or Ethernet or Internet services provided by one or more service providers. Fiber-to-Drop-Point (“FTDP”) and/or point-to-point fiber insertion within a passive optical network (“PON”) communications system may be implemented using apical conduit systems in conjunction with the MIBs. Alternatively, traditional ground-based or buried line interconnections (or a combination of the apical conduit system and such traditional interconnections) may be implemented in conjunction with the MIBs. 1. A media interconnection device , comprising:a waterproof and weather-resistant container comprising an external housing and an external lid;an inner compartment disposed within the external housing, the inner compartment comprising an inner lid;a first set of media connectors disposed within the external housing, the first set of media connectors comprising a first set of output ports;a second set of media connectors disposed within the external housing, the second set of media connectors comprising a second set of output ports; anda set of input cables disposed within the inner compartment and communicatively coupled to each of the first set of media connectors and the second set of media connectors, wherein the first set of media connectors and the second set of media connectors are demarcation points between one or more service provider networks and at least two separate customer networks communicatively ...

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01-11-2018 дата публикации

FLOOR POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180316167A1
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A power hub includes a base assembly configured to abut a floor surface, a shaft coupled at a lower end to the base assembly, an impact loop coupled to an upper end of the shaft, and an electrical receptacle block housed in the impact loop, wherein an upper portion of the electrical receptacle block is free and is spaced from an upper portion of the impact loop such that in the event the power hub is tipped over, the upper portion of the impact loop absorbs contact with a ground surface to lessen the impact imparted to the electrical receptacle block. 1. A power hub , comprising:a base assembly configured to abut a floor surface;a shaft coupled at a lower end to the base assembly;an impact loop coupled to an upper end of the shaft; andan electrical receptacle block housed in the impact loop, wherein an upper portion of the electrical receptacle block is spaced from an upper portion of the impact loop such that when the power hub is tipped over, the upper portion of the impact loop absorbs contact with a ground surface to lessen the impact imparted to the electrical receptacle block.2. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly has a greater weight than a combined weight of the impact loop and the electrical receptacle block.3. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly comprises an upper member comprising a first material and a lower member comprising a second material.4. The power hub of claim 3 , wherein the first material is different than the second material.5. The power hub of claim 4 , wherein the first material comprises a non-ferrous material claim 4 , and the second material comprises a ferrous material.6. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly includes a relief configured to receive a power cord therein in a coiled configuration.7. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the impact loop has an obround shape.8. The power hub of claim 1 , wherein the impact loop includes one or more rails extending into a cavity.9. The power hub ...

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09-11-2017 дата публикации

SUMP JUNCTION BOX

Номер: US20170324234A1
Принадлежит: OPW Fueling Containment Systems, Inc.

A system including a sump having an inner volume and a junction box coupled to the sump. The junction box has a body defining an inner volume, and also has a first inlet and a second inlet, wherein each inlet is in fluid communication with the inner volume of the body. The junction box further has a first outlet and a second outlet, wherein each outlet is in fluid communication with the inner volume of the body such that a first wire is positionable in the first inlet and the first outlet and a second wire is positioned in the second inlet and the second outlet. 1. A system comprising:a sump having an inner volume; and a body defining an inner volume;', 'a first inlet and a second inlet, wherein each inlet is in fluid communication with said inner volume of said body; and', 'a first outlet and a second outlet, wherein each outlet is in fluid communication with said inner volume of said body such that a first wire is positionable in said first inlet and said first outlet and a second wire is positionable in said second inlet and said second outlet., 'a junction box coupled to said sump and including2. The system of wherein each outlet is in fluid communication with said inner volume of said sump claim 1 , and wherein each inlet is not in direct fluid communication with said inner volume of said sump.3. The system of wherein each outlet includes a conduit coupled thereto and positioned in said inner volume of said sump claim 2 , and wherein each inlet includes a conduit coupled thereto and positioned externally of said inner volume of said sump.4. The system of wherein said junction box is integrally and non-removably coupled to said sump.5. The system of wherein said junction box further includes a third outlet in fluid communication with said inner volume and configured such that a third wire is positionable in said first inlet and said third outlet.6. The system of wherein said body includes a wall positioned in said inner volume and configured to isolate said ...

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17-11-2016 дата публикации

UTILITY ANTI-THEFT ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20160336728A1
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A utility enclosure includes a box having a plurality of walls and a central opening. An insert is positioned in the central opening and includes a plurality of connected side walls. A removable cover is connected to the insert. A removable lid is connected to the box. 1. A utility enclosure comprising:a box including a plurality of walls and a central opening for receiving a utility component;an insert having a plurality of insert side walls and configured to be positioned in the central opening;a removable cover having a top and a cover wall extending from the top, the cover configured to be placed over the insert so that the cover wall surrounds at least a portion of the plurality of insert side walls; anda removable lid configured to connect to the box.2. The utility enclosure of claim 1 , wherein a flange extends from at least one of the plurality of insert side walls and configured to extend underneath at least one of the walls of the box.3. The utility enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the flange is continuous around the plurality of insert side walls.4. The utility enclosure of claim 2 , wherein four separate flanges extend from four insert side walls.5. The utility enclosure of claim 1 , wherein a locking interface connects the cover to the insert.6. The utility enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the cover is configured to prevent a tool from prying the cover from the insert.7. A utility enclosure comprising:an insert having a plurality of insert side walls and configured to be positioned around a utility component;a removable cover having a top and a cover wall extending from the top, the cover configured to be placed over the insert so that the cover wall surrounds at least a portion of the plurality of insert side walls; anda locking interface extending from the top of the cover having a lock chamber and a key access chamber.8. The utility enclosure of claim 7 , wherein the lock chamber and the key access chamber are defined by a base and a plurality of walls.9 ...

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16-11-2017 дата публикации

Clamp and Bending Strain Relief Apparatus and Methods

Номер: US20170329097A1
Принадлежит: PGS GEOPHYSICAL AS

Clamp and Bending Strain Relief (BSR) system and method are disclosed. One example of a system can include a clamp coupled to a cable. The clamp is configured to couple an apparatus to the cable while allowing the cable to pass continuously through the clamp. A BSR apparatus is coupled to the clamp and the cable by a housing. 1. A bending strain relief (BSR) apparatus , comprising:a first section comprising a first groove to couple a first section of the BSR apparatus to a first section of a housing, wherein the housing couples the BSR apparatus to a cable; anda second section coupled to the first section of the BSR apparatus and comprising a second groove to couple the second section of the BSR apparatus to a second section of the housing.2. The BSR apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least a portion of the BSR apparatus coupled to a clamp via attachment mechanisms on a surface of the clamp.3. The BSR apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an open section configured to receive an optical apparatus that is part of a sensor station to a permanent reservoir monitoring (PRM) system claim 1 , wherein the open section is enclosed by the housing.4. The BSR apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:the first section of the BSR apparatus coupled around a first side of a cable; andthe second section of the BSR apparatus coupled around a second side of the cable.5. The BSR apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising the first section of the BSR apparatus and the second section of the BSR apparatus claim 1 , when joined claim 1 , forming a cable cavity configured to house the cable.6. The BSR apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first groove is a partial annulus to the exterior surface of the BSR apparatus.7. A method comprising:coupling a first flange extending radially inward from a surface of a first section of a housing to a groove of a first section of a bending strain relief (BSR) apparatus, wherein the groove of the first section is on an exterior surface of the ...

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08-11-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR COVERING AND PROTECTING BURIED PIPES OR CABLES

Номер: US20180323597A1
Автор: Joubeaux Yannick
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A system for covering and protecting buried pipes or cables including a plurality of covering and protection plates, and a plurality of assembling devices suitable for allowing adjacent covering and protection plates to be assembled at covering areas, where each assembling device has a first assembling member including a first bearing surface configured to bear against a first face of a covering and protection plate, and a first assembling portion configured to extend through a through-opening provided in a covering and protection plate; a second assembling member including a second bearing surface configured to bear against a second face of a covering and protection plate, and a second assembling portion configured to extend through a through-opening provided in a covering and protection plate, the second assembling portion being configured to cooperate with the first assembling portion so as to assemble two adjacent covering and protection plates; and a blocking member configured to block the first and second respective assembling portions in a relative assembly position. 1. A system for covering and protecting buried pipes or cables , comprising:a plurality of covering and protection plates, each covering and protection plate having a first face and a second face opposite to the respective first face, and including a first end portion and a second end portion opposite to the respective first end portion, each covering and protection plate including at least one first assembly through-opening disposed on the first end portion of the respective covering and protection plate and opening respectively into the first and second faces of the respective covering and protection plate, and a second assembly through-opening disposed on the second end portion of the respective covering and protection plate and opening respectively into the first and second faces of the respective covering and protection plate, and a first assembly member including a first bearing portion ...

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08-11-2018 дата публикации

Material and Associated Arrangements, Systems and Methods

Номер: US20180323598A1
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A cable surround material for a cable of an electricity transmission system comprising a mixture of: an additive containing carbon; sand; and cement, wherein the material comprises, by weight, approximately 60-80% carbon containing additive, approximately 5-10% cement, and a remainder of sand. 1. A cable surround material for a cable of an electricity transmission system comprising a mixture of:an additive containing carbon;sand; andcement, wherein the material comprises, by weight, approximately 60-80% carbon containing additive, approximately 5-10% cement, and a remainder of sand.2. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the material comprises claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , approximately claim 1 , 67% carbon containing additive claim 1 , approximately 7% cement claim 1 , and approximately 26% sand.3. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the carbon containing additive comprises greater than approximately 90% by weight carbon.4. A cable surround material according to claim 3 , wherein the carbon containing additive comprises about 96% by weight carbon.5. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the cement is Portland cement.6. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the additive contains the carbon family element or a key ingredient or constituent in crystalline or amorphous form claim 1 , or both.7. A cable surround material according to claim 1 , wherein the additive contains the carbon family element or a key ingredient or constituent in a granular form of varying sizes.8. A method of mixing a cable surround material comprising a mixture of an additive containing carbon claim 1 , sand claim 1 , and cement claim 1 , wherein the material comprises claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , approximately 60-80% carbon containing additive claim 1 , approximately 5-10% cement claim 1 , and a remainder of sand claim 1 , the method comprising:providing the carbon containing additive;providing the cement;providing ...

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23-11-2017 дата публикации

ENCLOSURE FOR CABLE DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170338637A1
Автор: WANG Chi-Ming
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An enclosure for breaking out a trunk cable includes: a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface; a shell having a front and two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity; a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; and a trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors and/or a plurality of optical fibers. The power conductors and the optical fibers are connected with respective ones of the plurality of connectors. 1. An assembly enclosure for breaking out a trunk cable , comprising:a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface;a shell having a front and two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity;a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; anda trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors and/or a plurality of optical fibers; the power conductors and the optical fibers being connected with respective ones of the plurality of connectors;wherein the base includes a vent and a drainage channel in fluid communication therewith, and wherein the vent is offset from a plane defined by the flat surface of the base.2. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the drainage channel slopes relative to the plane defined by the base.3. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein each of the side walls is disposed at an oblique angle to the flat surface of the base.4. The assembly defined in claim 3 , wherein each of the side walls is disposed relative to the flat surface of the base at an angle of between about 30 and 65 degrees.5. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the front includes no connectors.6. The ...

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24-10-2019 дата публикации

Power Cable With Laminated Steel and Polymer Armor

Номер: US20190326036A1
Автор: Anil Sadana, Ping Duan
Принадлежит: Baker Hughes Oilfield Operations LLC

A power cable for an electrical submersible well pump has at least one insulated conductor and an armor strip wrapped in helical turns around the conductor. The armor strip has a steel layer and a first polymer layer bonded to a first side of the steel layer. Each of the helical turns of the armor strip overlaps with another of the helical turns, causing the first polymer layer of each of the helical turns to form a seal with of a next one of the helical turns. A second polymer layer may be bonded to a second side of the steel layer. The second polymer layer of each of the helical turns overlies in sealing contact with the first polymer layer of the next one of the helical turns.

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30-11-2017 дата публикации

UTILITY ENCLOSURE APRON

Номер: US20170346269A1
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Precast utility enclosure aprons for buried utility enclosures that have an angled top surface to direct water, ice and debris away from the center of the apron and to limit damage to the apron and utility enclosure caused by impacts to the apron. 1. A utility enclosure apron comprising a looped member having a top surface , a bottom surface , an outer edge between the top surface and the bottom surface , a center opening and an inner edge between the top surface and the bottom surface around the center opening , wherein the top surface is a tapered surface such that a thickness of the inner edge is greater than a thickness of the outer edge.2. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the inner edge is between about 2 inches and about 8 inches.3. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the outer edge is between about ½ of an inch and about 7 inches.4. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein the angle of the tapered top surface is between about 3 degrees and about 15 degrees.5. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the top surface further comprises a skid resistant surface.6. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein at least one lift insert is embedded within the looped member and accessible from the top surface.7. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of lift inserts are embedded within the looped member and accessible from the top surface.8. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 1 , wherein at least one filler member is embedded within the looped member.9. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 8 , wherein the at least one filler member is embedded within the looped member adjacent the bottom surface.10. The utility enclosure apron according to claim 8 , wherein the at least one filler member comprises a lightweight foam pad or block.11. The utility enclosure apron ...

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31-10-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR CABLE PROTECTOR

Номер: US20190334331A1
Автор: Henry Stephen K.
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A modular cable protector can be removably connected in series with like cable protectors by complementary male and female end connectors. A number of openings extend downward along the peripheral walls of the adjacent end connectors to define a pattern of gaps and regions of contact between adjacent end connectors. Preferably, undercuts extend from the lower portions of the openings. A tool can be used to removably engage these openings and undercuts, thereby allowing a user to exert an upward force to disengage the end connectors on adjacent cable protectors.

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31-10-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR CABLE PROTECTOR

Номер: US20190334336A1
Автор: Henry Stephen K.
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A plurality of modular cable protectors can be removably connected in series by complementary end connectors at each end. Each cable protector also includes a number of tool engagement features that that can be removably engaged by a tool that enables a user to exert an upward force to disengage the end connectors on adjacent cable protectors. For example, the tool engagement features can be slots in the top surface of the cable protector with undercuts adjacent to the lower ends of the slots. A tool with vertical rods is manually inserted into the slots to disengage the cable protectors. Horizontal projections at the bottom of the vertical rods engage the undercuts in the slots, and allow the user to disengage adjacent cable protectors by lifting upward on the tool.

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07-11-2019 дата публикации

INSULATING TRACK SEGMENT FOR A GROUND POWER FEEDING SYSTEM AND CORRESPONDING GROUND POWER FEEDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190337410A1
Автор: DUPRAT Patrick
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An insulating track segment for a ground power supply system includes a body made of an electric current insulating material. The insulating track segment constitutes a portion of an insulating track for forming a continuous sliding surface for a pad of a vehicle powered by the ground power supply system. 1. An insulating track segment for a ground power supply system , comprising a body made of an electrical insulating material , wherein the insulating track segment constitutes a portion of an insulating track for forming , with a conductive track of the ground power supply system , a continuous sliding surface for a pad of a vehicle powered by the ground power supply system , the body being made of an elastomeric material and incorporating a metal reinforcing plate of the body.2. The segment according to claim 1 , wherein the body of the insulating track segment is provided with a plurality of inserts defining the sliding surface of the insulating track segment claim 1 , while the inserts having a suitable hardness.3. The segment according to claim 2 , wherein the body is made of an elastomeric material and the inserts are made of ceramic.4. The segment according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating track segment has a through-hole designed to receive a suitable fastening system.5. A ground power supply system claim 1 , comprising a power supply and at least one insulating track segment according to .6. The ground power supply system according to claim 5 , wherein the insulating track segment is anchored directly into a concrete slab buried in a roadway.7. The ground power supply system according to claim 5 , wherein the insulating track segment is anchored directly in a roadway. This application claims priority to French Patent Application No. FR 18 53864 filed on May 4, 2018, the disclosure of which including the specification, the drawings, and the claims is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.The invention relates to ground power supply systems.The ...

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29-10-2020 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION CABLING TAPE AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20200341225A1
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A distribution cabling tape comprises a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface having a continuous lengthwise channel formed in a first portion thereof. The tape also includes an adhesive layer disposed on a second and third portion of the first major surface, the adhesive layer capable of adhering to a concrete or asphalt surface, such as a road, curb, or walkway. 1. A method of deploying a communications network , the method comprising:forming a trench in a road surface having a width and a bottom surface that is below surface level of the road;forming a channel in the bottom surface of the trench, the channel being narrower than the width of the trench;deploying a distribution cable into the channel; anddisposing a distribution cabling tape into the trench directly above the channel.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the distribution cabling tape comprises a resilient polymeric base sheet having a first major surface and a second major surface claim 1 , and an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface claim 1 , the adhesive layer capable of adhering to the road surface.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second major surface of the distribution cabling tape comprises a patterned surface having a plurality of raised structures.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the second major surface of the distribution cabling tape comprises a coated surface.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the coated surface comprises a surface coated with at least one of a thermoset claim 4 , a thermoplastic claim 4 , and retroreflective elements.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the road surface comprises concrete or asphalt.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the distribution cable comprises at least one optical fiber.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the distribution cable is a pre-fabricated distribution cable assembly.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the trench and the channel are formed using road ...

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24-12-2015 дата публикации

Inclined Conductor Device

Номер: US20150372470A1
Автор: Strand Harald
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A conductor arrangement is for a collection of subterranean wells for recovering fluids from an underground structure. A frame is provided with several conductor guides, each forming an inlet opening for a conductor in an upper portion of the frame and an outlet opening for the conductor in a lower portion of the frame. The conductor is arranged to border a portion of a borehole towards a surrounding unconsolidated mass and has been passed through the conductor guide and down into the unconsolidated mass. The conductor guides are arranged in a mutually diverging manner in the direction from the inlet opening, and each conductor is extendable by a bend, the deflection angle of the bends providing mutually parallel center axes in coupling interfaces arranged in upper end portions of the bends. 1. A conductor air for a collection of subterranean wells for recovering fluids from an underground structure , in which a frame is provided with several conductor guides , each forming an inlet opening for a conductor in an upper portion of the frame and an outlet opening for the conductor in a lower portion of the frame , and the conductor , which is arranged to border a portion of a borehole towards a surrounding unconsolidated mass has been passed through the conductor guide and down into the unconsolidated mass , and the conductor guides are arranged in a mutually diverging manner in the direction from the inlet opening , and each conductor is extendable by a bend , the deflection angles of the bends providing mutually approximately parallel center axes in coupling interfaces arranged in upper end portions of the bends , wherein the conductor guide is sectioned , an upper guide element forming the inlet opening and being releasably arranged in a cut-out in the upper portion of the frame , and the upper portion of the frame being formed as a grid , the grid openings forming cut-outs which are each arranged to receive a releasable upper guide element.2. The conductor ...

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