Бесшпоночное соединение

Бесшпоночное соединение

ROTATIONSKOERPER

Hohlwelle sowie Verfahren zu ihrer Herstellung

Verbindungsanordnung zwischen dem Ende einer Welle und dem Ende eines Rohres als Teil einer Antriebswelle

Verbindungsanordnung zwischen dem Ende einer Welle und dem Ende eines Rohres, beispielsweise als Teil einer Antriebswelle, wobei das Rohr ein Ende der Welle um ein bestimmtes Maß übergreift, die Welle in der Übergreifzone eine Profilierung aufweist und Welle und Rohr in diesem Bereich durch Verformung miteinander verpresst sind, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Profilierung aus einer Vielzahl von gleichmäßig am Umfang verteilten in mindestens zwei nebeneinander angeordneten und zueinander versetzten Reihen von Erhebungen (16) besteht, wobei die Erhebungen (16) im Querschnitt ausschließlich abgerundete Konturen aufweisen.

WELLE MIT TRIEBRAD, INSBESONDERE FUER ZAHNAERZTLICHE HAND- UND WINKELSTUECKE.

Component connector i.e. shaft-hub connector, has lamella including deformation region protruding over edge of corresponding lamella such that deformation region is plastically deformed while connecting partner with another partner

The connecter i.e. shaft-hub connector (101), has two joining partners (1), where one of the joining partners is manufactured from a lamella package (10) that includes lamellas (11-14). One of the lamellas of the lamella package includes a deformation region (4) protruding over an edge (3) of corresponding lamella such that the deformation region of the lamella is partial plastically deformed while connecting the joining partner with other joining partner. The deformation region comprises an edge contour e.g. circle wedge contour, with bars and recesses. The edge contour is selected from a circle wedge contour, a shaft contour, a saw tooth contour and/or a cylinder contour.

Axial gesicherte Welle-Nabe-Verbindung

Eine axial gesicherte Welle-Nabe-Verbindung umfassend eine Welle (101) mit einer umlaufenden Ringnut (103), eine an der Welle (101) angeordnete Nabe (102), sowie einen Befestigungsring (104), der mit der Ringnut (103) der Welle (101) verpresst ist und die Nabe (102) axial abstützt. Die Nabe (102) weist eine Fase (106) auf, die zur Radialrichtung der Nabe (102) mit einem Anstellwinkel () ungleich Null angewinkelt ist. Die Ringnut (103) der Welle (101) weist eine erste Flanke (107) aufweist, die mit einem der Fase (106) der Nabe (102) korrespondierendem Anstellwinkel () zur Radialrichtung der Nabe (102) angewinkelt ist. Der Befestigungsring (104) ist zwischen der angewinkelten Fase (106) und der in gleicher Weise angewinkelten ersten Flanke (107) der Ringnut (103) der Welle (101) eingepresst, so dass sich dieser an der Fase (106) und der ersten Flanke (107) der Ringnut (103) abstützt. Hierdurch wird eine kostengünstige axial spielfreie Befestigung einer Nabe an einer Welle erzielt, die sich ...

VERBINDUNG EINER WELLE BZW. BOLZEN MIT EINEM KURBELHEBEL EINER WISCHANLAGE

Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Rotorwelle und Rotorwelle

Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Rotorwelle (10), insbesondere für ein elektrisches Aggregat, umfassend die Schritte:a) Bereitstellen eines einen Welleneinschub (14.2) umfassenden Zapfens (14);b) Herstellen eines hohlen, mindestens an einem ersten Ende zum Aufnehmen des Zapfens (14) offenen, als ein Drehkörper ausgebildeten, Rotorwellenkörpers (12), wobei ein Übermaß zwischen mindestens einer Welleneinschub-Außenfläche (14.3) und mindestens einer Rotorwellenkörper-Innenfläche (12.3) besteht; undc) Einschieben des Welleneinschubs (14.2) in den Rotorwellenkörper (12) zum Befestigen des Zapfens (14) an den Rotorwellenkörper (12), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Rotorwellenkörper-Innenfläche (12.3) und/oder die Welleneinschub-Außenfläche (14.3) beim Einschieben des Welleneinschubs (14.2) in den Rotorwellenkörper (12) plastisch verformt wird, wodurch ein Formschluss zwischen dem Welleneinschub (14.2) und dem Rotorwellenkörper (12) bewirkt wird, dass die Verbindung zwischen dem Welleneinschub ...

Sichere Verbindung von zylindrischen und scheibenfoermigen Koerpern

VORRICHTUNG ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINER UNLOESBAREN VERBINDUNG UND EINE MIT DIESER VORRICHTUNG HERGESTELLTE UNLOESBARE VERBINDUNG

Fügeverbindung mit Kalibrierwirkung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Fügeverbindung zwischen einem im Wesentlichen hohlzylindrischen Fügeteil und einem im Wesentlichen zylindrischen Fügeteil mittels eines Presssitzes, wobei ein Kraftschluss des Presssitzes durch ein maximal zwischen den Fügeteilen übertragbares Drehmoment definiert ist. Pressverbindungen stellen hohe Anforderungen an die Fügeteile. Durch das Gestalten eines Fügeteils als verfügbares Kalibrierwerkzeug, kann ein separater Fertigungsschritt, nämlich das Kalibrieren, mit dem Einpressen zusammenfallen. Vorteilhafterweise kann ferner die Kraftstreuung und/oder das Kraftniveau des Einpressvorgangs deutlich reduziert werden. Dies wird durch eine radiale, im Wesentlichen ringförmige Erhebung erzielt, wobei die Erhebung im ungefügten Zustand unbelastet ist und im gefügten Zustand in Radialrichtung eine kalibrierende Verformung verursacht.

Radlagervorrichtung und deren Herstellungsvorrichtung

Deformation system for steering column has deforming cone with at least one projection or recess

The deformation device has a deforming cone (1) with at least one projection (13) or recess, the edges of which correspond in shape to at least one recess or projection at the cone-side end of the deformation tube (2) and engage positively with it, so that high torque can be transmitted between the deformation tube and the deforming cone.

Hebel-Welle-Vorrichtung, Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Hebel-Welle-Vorrichtung und Scheibenwischanlage mit einer Hebel-Welle-Vorrichtung

Die Erfindung geht aus von einer Hebel-Welle-Vorrichtung, insbesondere für eine Scheibenwischanlage, wobei die Welle (12) an einem Wellenende mit einem winklig zur Welle (12) angeordneten Hebel (14) verbunden ist. DOLLAR A Es wird vorgeschlagen, dass die Welle (12) in einem Verbindungsbereich (18) zwischen Welle (12) und Hebel (14) wenigstens bereichsweise von plastisch verformtem Hebelmaterial des Hebels (14) umgeben ist. Weiterhin wird ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Hebel-Welle-Vorrichtung sowie eine Scheibenwischanlage vorgeschlagen.

Producing assembled low weight camshaft for motor vehicle engine, using a cylindrical shaft element with a diameter dimensioned that it forms a narrow slide seat in the hub of the cam and the bearing elements

The method is carried out in steps: One cam element (30) with low weight is prepared, a wall (33) with external cam flanks and a hub (31) with a cylindrical opening are provided, and at least one part of the hub is radially not enclosed by the outer wall (33). A bearing element with a low weight is prepared, which has a cylindrical outer wall (33) and a hub (31), with a cylindrical opening. At least one part of the hub is radially not enclosed by the outer wall (33). A cylindrical shaft element (20,25) is prepared, which has a diameter dimensioned so that it forms a narrow slide seat in the hub (31) of the cam element (30) and the bearing element. The cam element (30) is positioned on the shaft (20,25) in the required axial and radial orientations. Each element (30) is brought on the hub and on that part of the shaft (20,25) which lies within the hub. A facility is provided for producing a permanent locking for the fixing of each element (30) in the required axial and radial orientation ...

MEANS FOR INTERCONNECTING TWO MACHINE ELEMENTS

... 1376534 Assembling force fits SKF INDUSTRIAL TRADING & DEVELOPMENT CO NV 1 March 1972 [8 March 1971] 9577/72 Heading B3U [Also in Division F2] Elements, such as a hub 12 and shaft 11 or a bearing outer race 32 and stationary housing 33, Fig. 13, are secured together, permanently or releasably, by one or more closed or open lockrings 15 or segments which are of softer material than that of the elements and are forced axially and/or radially into parts 13 of the elements which have serrations which deform or cut complementary serrations in the lock-rings. In Fig. 1, the serrations are triangular-sectioned axial teeth with pyramidal deforming, or sharp cutting, ends, and the lock-rings 15 are forced axially therebetween by an end nut 16. In Fig. 7, not shown the lock-ring is an annular cylinder with chamfered leading edge, and in Fig. 8, not shown, is oval sectioned. In Fig. 9, not shown, the serrations on the outer element are inclined outwards to form a convergent wedge gap to receive the ...

JOINTS COMPRISING A SHAFT AND AN ANNULAR MEMBER

Shaft coupling for plastics pinion

A miniature permanent magnet direct current motor (10 Fig. 1) has an output shaft 22 arranged to drive a helically toothed plastics pinion (24) pressed onto the shaft. To increase pinion pull off force, the shaft has V shaped projections 28 on its surface, apex towards the free end. As the pinion is pressed onto the shaft the projections bite into and cut a narrow groove in the inside of a hole in the pinion. On removing the pinion material will be gathered into the belly of the V thereby resisting removal. The protrusions can be axially and/or circumferentially spaced on the shaft and are formed by forging, rolling or knurling.

Coupling parts for rotation

A cold-pressing process is used for fitting, for example, a nylon collar or to a steel cylindrical body having cutting teeth. The invention may be applied to a shot or shell having a driving band 9, or to a gear wheel. The cylindrical body may be provided with a keyed portion 2 having a plurality of axially parallel serrations 7 each machined at one end face 6 to provide a cutting edge 8. In assembly the collar 9 is aligned with the serrations and axially pressed against the cutting edges so as to broach keyways in the collar which engage fully with the serrations. ...

IMPROVEMENT IN OR RELATING TO UNIVERSAL JOINTS

... 1,208,006. Making universal joints; jointing by forging. NADELLA and A. PITNER. 27 Oot., 1967 [10 Nov., 1966], No. 48908/67. Headings B3A and B3H [Also in Division F2] In a needle-roller-bearing Hooke's joint particularly for automobile vehicle steering, comprising two forks 6 each having a shaft receiving hub 14, each fork is of a single plane sheet of metal so shaped that in the region of each cross-journal-receiving bore 4 each fork branch 5 has a substantially part-cylindrical or part-conical shape and presents, in a plane perpendicular to the corresponding hub axis, an inwardly-facing concavity at 20a, such that mounting the cross by tilting is facilitated, that needle-roller cups 2 are supported, in the load direction, by zones of the bore 4 substantially in alignment with the needle rollers, and that local deformation to provide cup-retaining projections 13 is facilitated. The fork branches may be connected to the hub by part-toroidal or spherical portions. In Figs. 1, 2 the hub ...

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

HOLLOW SHAFT

BEFESTIGUNGSVORRICHTUNG FUER KUNSTSTOFFNABEN

WAVE HUB CONNECTION WITH TEETH

Gear

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Zahnrad (6) umfassend einen ringförmigen Zahnradkörper (13) mit einer inneren Mantelfläche (14) und einer äußeren Mantelfläche (8), wobei auf der äußeren Mantelfläche (8) eine Verzahnung (7) mit Zähnen (15) angeordnet ist, wobei die Verzahnung (7) eine Oberflächenrauheit nach DIN EN ISO 4287 zwischen Rz 1 und Rz 25 und die innere Mantelfläche (14) eine Oberflächenrauheit nach DIN EN ISO 4287 zwischen Rz 0,3 und Rz 12 aufweist oder dass die Verzahnung (7) eine Oberflächenrauheit nach DIN EN ISO 4287 zwischen Rz 0,3 und Rz 25 und die innere Mantelfläche (14) eine Oberflächenrauheit nach DIN EN ISO 4287 zwischen Rz 0,3 und Rz 25 aufweisen und auf der inneren Mantelfläche (14) und diese in radialer Richtung überragend zumindest drei Vorsprünge (21) angeordnet sind.

BAUGRUPPE

CAMP AND UNIVERSAL JOINT UNIT.

HOLLOW SHAFT AS WELL AS PROCEDURE FOR YOUR PRODUCTION.

CAM SHAFT ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE AND SO MANUFACTURED CAM SHAFT.

CLUTCH ELEMENT, IN PARTICULAR UNIVERSAL JOINT FORK AND PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF THE SAME

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

SERIES OF WAVES AND PROCEDURE FOR THE MANUFACTURING

Tube forming on an end fitting

Device with a shaft and with at least one hub mounted on said shaft, and method for producing said device

SERIES OF SHAFTS AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

TRANSMISSION DEVICE

DIAPHRAGM COUPLINGS

One aspect of the present invention relates to a diaphragm coupling having first and second diaphragm plates (15, 25) that are joined together around their outer edges. Each diaphragm plate 15, 25 has a central, axially-extending hub (11, 21). The hub (11) of the first plate (15) supports within it a pin member (30) having an outwardly projecting shoulder (31, 36) at each end adapted to engage an internal shoulder (117) on the hub (11) of the first plate (15) at one end and an internal shoulder (215) on the hub (21) of the second plate (25) at the other end so as to limit axial separation of the two hubs (11, 21) from one another.

ASSEMBLING A PUMP IMPELLER AND HUB

BEARING AND UNIVERSAL JOINT ASSEMBLY

TAPERED SPLINE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

SECURE LOCKING MEANS FOR MECHANICAL DRIVE COMPONENTS

SECURE LOCKING MEANS FOR MECHANICAL DRIVE COMPONENTS Of The Invention A device for securing a mechanical drive component to a drive shaft comprises a hub having an extended slotted member and a hub member. The hub member has a knurled surface for securing the hub to the drive component by pressed fit. A clamping collar is used for clamping the slotted member to the drive shaft. The slotted member of the hub includes a rib for aligning the slots in the slotted member relative to a split in the collar.

MOTOR SHAFT ASSEMBLY METHOD

A motor shaft assembly method for. easily and inexpensively assembling a motor shaft with components and a motor housing eliminates the need for a snap ring or a threaded nut to retain the components on the shaft.

Joint de cardan

VERBINDUNG ZWEIER MASCHINENELEMENTE.

INTERFACE BETWEEN A BY A FIBER REINFORCED PLASTICS PIPE FORMED HOLLOW SHAFT AND A CONNECTION ELEMENT.

Apparatus and method for preparing a function wave.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung und ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer zusammengebauten Funktionswelle (11). Mittels eines rotierenden Spannfutters (35) mit Zustellbacken mit frei rotierbaren Rollierrollen wird ein Abschnitt der Funktionswelle (11) rolliert und damit aufgeweitet und anschliessend wird das Funktionselement auf diesen rollierten Abschnitt aufgepresst. Die Funktionswelle (11) bleibt während des gesamten Fügeprozesses drehfest mit einem Einpressstempel (27) gekoppelt. Für die Fügeoperation wird die Durchgangsbohrung des Funktionselements und die Längsachse der Funktionswelle (11) in die koaxiale Lage gebracht, dabei sind die Funktionselemente schon in der gewünschten Winkellage angeordnet. Zudem beschreibt die Erfindung die nötigen Verfahrensschritte wie mehrere Funktionselemente auf eine Funktionswelle (11) aufgepresst werden.

Arrangement for the solvable attachment of a swivelling tool at a drive thorn.

DEVICE FOR the ASSEMBLY BY AXIAL PRESSURE Of an INTERIOR ELEMENT AND an ELEMENT EXTERNAL PRESENTING OF COAXIAL SURFACES OF ASSEMBLY

Assembling an interior portion of a universal joint and a transmission shaft.

UNIVERSAL JOINTS

LIAISON DEFINITIVE D'UN ELEMENT DE CONSTRUCTION ET D'UN ARBRE PENETRANT DANS UN ALESAGE DE CET ELEMENT ET DESTINEE NOTAMMENT A LA TRANSMISSION DE COUPLES

Liaison définitive entre un élément de construction mécanique et un arbre qui pénètre dans un trou de l'élément de construction, la liaison etant destinée en particulier à la transmission de couples. L'arbre présente dans sa périphérie un évidement au niveau de son extrémité à section circulaire pénétrant dans le trou 17 de l'élément de construction 10 et la matière 21 constitutive de l'élément de construction 10 remplit l'évidement de l'arbre. L'invention est applicable principalement au domaine de la mécanique de précision et en particulier à la fabrication de joints de cardan ...

JOINT HOMOCINETIQUE

Des rainures axiales 11 sont distribuées régulièrement sur la surface externe du corps externe du joint, ainsi qu'une rainure annulaire 12. L'arbre de transmission tubulaire 10 vient se glisser sur le corps externe de joint, puis on l'estampe en refoulant le matériau dans les rainures tant axiales qu'annulaires, ce qui assure sa fixation dans les deux directions. L'invention peut servir en particulier à fixer l'arbre de transmission sur un joint homocinétique.

A METHOD FOR BLOCKING IN ROTATION AND TRANSLATION a RADIAL VEIL AROUND UNMOYEU AND TOGETHER THUS CARRIED out, IN PARTICULAR FOR a MECHANISM Of AUTOMOBILE CLUTCH DEVEHICULE

CHUCKING DEVICE OF SAFETY Of a BODY MALE IN a CLAMP Of a BODY FEMALE, USABLE IN PARTICULAR TO CONNECT TWO PORTIONS Of a STEERING COLUMN OF MOTOR VEHICLE.

ASSEMBLY BETWEEN A TUBULAR SHAFT MADE OF A FIBROUS COMPOSITE MATERIAL AND A METAL JOURNAL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAID CONNECTION.

PROCEDE ET DISPOSITIF DE FABRICATION D'ARBRES A CAMES

POUR REALISER UN ARBRE A CAMES, ON MONTE DANS UNE MATRICE 1 UN TUBE PORTEUR 4 SUR LEQUEL SONT DISPOSEES DES CAMES ELEMENTAIRES ET DES PORTEES DE PALIER 5, PUIS ON DILATE LE TUBE 4 PAR UN MANDRIN 3 DE MANIERE A LE LIER AUX CAMES ET PORTEES. EN VARIANTE LA LIAISON PEUT S'OBTENIR PAR EXPANSION HYDROMECANIQUE DU TUBE 4.

Mode of assembly simplified for pallets or radial parts similar on their driving shafts

Assemblage bloque par surete de forme entre deux pieces de tole d'un vehicule, et procede de realisation de cet assemblage

L'invention se rapporte aux assemblages de pieces de tole. Les deux pieces possedent, dans les zones marginales a assembler, dans chaque intervalle entre deux dents successives 5, un creux de denture 12 forme par une languette rabattue et dans lequel l'une des dents 5 de l'autre piece 1 est engagee. Au moins une des dents 5 de celle des deux pieces qui doit etre bloquee par rapport a l'autre 1 dans la direction longitudinale de ses dents, au moins une des dents 5 est rabattue dans le meme sens que les languettes adjacentes, pour s'accrocher derriere l'autre piece 1. Principale application : pieces de sieges de vehicules automobiles.

Long life dispenser for fluids and creams - has guide sleeve allowing intake and delivery of measured amounts by plunger

Adjusted to spline connection assembly

L'invention concerne un assemblage ajusté entre un arbre cannelé et un moyeu cannelé. L'arbre cannelé (1) comporte, dans une zone extrême, un ensemble de cannelures situé sur le côté extérieur et le moyeu cannelé (2) comporte un ensemble de cannelures situé à l'intérieur et correspondant dans une large mesure aux cannelures de l'arbre; les cannelures du moyeu sont, dans l'état de préfabrication, sous-dimensionnées par rapport aux cannelures de l'arbre et les bords avant des flancs de cannelures de l'arbre forment des arêtes de coupe qui, lors de l'emmanchement de l'arbre dans le moyeu, usinent, avec enlèvement de copeaux, les flancs des cannelures du moyeu; la profondeur d'emmanchement de l'arbre (1) dans le moyeu (2) est limitée par un épaulement (3) et la longueur (A) d'une cannelure (4) de l'arbre entre l'arête de coupe (5) et l'épaulement (3) est plus petit que la dimension axiale (B) d'une cannelure du moyeu (2).

MEANS FOR INTERCONNECTING TWO MACHINE ELEMENTS

Procédé pour l'assemblage de deux pièces et ensemble de deux pièces ainsi assemblées.

Il s'agit d'assembler deux pièces (10A, 10B), dont une, la pièce externe (10B), doit être adossée à un épaulement globalement transversal ( 12 ) de l'autre, la pièce interne (10A), tout en lui étant solidarisée tant axialement que circonférentiellement. Suivant l'invention, on ménage par avance des rainures (13A, 13B) sur les pièces (10A, 10B), et une gorge (15) sur l'une au moins d'entre elles, on insère entre ces pièces (10A, 10B) une pièce intermédiaire (10C), en matériau forgeable, et on procède à un matriçage de cette pièce intermédiaire (10C) conduisant sa matière à envahir au moins partiellement la ou les rainures (13A) de la pièce interne (10A), la ou les rainures (13B) de la pièce externe (10B), et la gorge (15). Application, notamment, aux disques de friction pour embrayage et aux poulies de variateur de vitesse, en particulier pour véhicules automobiles.

System for mounting a ring around a shaft, in particular a ring forming an axial stop

DISPOSITIF DE FIXATION D'UNE PIECE A MOYEU EN MATIERE PLASTIQUE SUR UN ARBRE

Dispositif de fixation d'une pièce tournante à moyeu en matière plastique sur un arbre d'entraînement. La surface interne du moyeu prévu pour recevoir l'arbre présente en saillie des arêtes métalliques 371 qui font partie de griffes longitudinales 351 enfoncées dans la matière plastique du moyeu 45. Application : fixation d'une hélice ou d'une turbine à moyeu en matière plastique sur un arbre d'entraînement métallique.

Assembly between a tubular shaft made of a fibrous composite material and a metal journal, and method for producing this assembly

L'invention concerne un asssemblage opérant par action de force entre un arbre tubulaire en matériau composite fibreux et un élément de raccordement métallique intérieur et/ou extérieur qui comprend un tourillon de moyeu emmanché dans le tube ou emboîté sur le tube, pour la transmission du couple dans les arbres de transmission articulés ou équivalents. Pour réaliser cet assemblage, on soumet, la paroi (15) du tourillon de moyeu (12) à une déformation radiale plastique, dans laquelle sa surface (21) est assemblée par une liaison opérant par action de force à une surface (19) de l'arbre (11).

CLUTCH DISK FOR a FRICTION CLUTCH

PROCESS AND DEVICE Of ASSEMBLY Of ELEMENTS

TREE COMPOSES INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING PIECES OF TUBE OR HOLLOW PIVOTS AND FIXED ELEMENTS ON THEM, IN PARTICULAR CRANKSHAFT COMPOSES

Manufacture of gearing on vehicle gearbox hollow shaft

La présente invention concerne un procédé de fabrication d'engrenages sur un arbre creux (100) de boîte de vitesses.Selon l'invention, ledit procédé comporte les étapes suivantes : - réalisation d'un arbre creux (100) présentant au moins un profil extérieur (110) d'entraînement en denture pour un pignon-engrenage,- réalisation d'au moins un pignon-engrenage rondelle (210) présentant un profil intérieur (213) d'emmanchement en denture, sensiblement congruent dudit profil extérieur (110) d'entraînement dudit arbre creux (100),- emmanchement dudit pignon-engrenage rondelle (210) par mise en coopération du profil intérieur (213) d'emmanchement du pignon-engrenage rondelle (210) et du profil extérieur (110) d'entraînement de l'arbre creux (100).Application à la fabrication de boites de vitesses pour véhicules automobiles.

중공 샤프트 결합 장치

... 본 발명은 연결 부재(2)를 중동 샤프트(1)에 토크 전달식으로 연결하기 위한 결합 장치에 관한 것이다. 연결 부재(2)는 중공 샤프트(1)의 단부를 수용하기 위한, 중공 샤프트(1)의 외부 횡단면에 형태 대응하는 관통 리세스(8)를 포함하고, 중공 샤프트는 연결 부재(2)와의 결합 영역에 프레스-핏 플러그(9)를 포함하고, 상기 프레스-핏 플러그는 중공 샤프트(1)의 내부 횡단면과 압입 끼워맞춤을 형성한다. 본 발명에 따라, 상기 결합 장치는 프레스-핏 플러그(9)가 중공 샤프트에 할당 배치되는 적어도 하나의 베어링(13, 14)을 위한 베어링 수용부(10, 11)로서도 형성되는 것을 특징으로 한다. 본 발명에 따른 결합 장치는 높은 토크의 영구적으로 확실한 전달을 가능하게 한다. 또한, 중공 샤프트와 연결 부재 간의 결합부에 다른 유닛을 연결하는 것, 특히 베어링 지점들을 직접 연결하는 것이 가능하다. 이로써, 본 발명에 따른 결합 장치는 조립 공간, 사이즈 및 비용의 감소를 가능하게 한다.

선형 유닛 및 선형 유닛의 제조 방법

... 나사산형 스핀들 (1) 및 나사산형 너트 (2) 를 갖는 회전-변환 메카니즘 (8), 특히 볼 나사를 갖고, 특히 푸시 로드 또는 압력 튜브의 형태인 힘 전달 요소 (3) 를 갖는 축방향으로 작용하는 힘을 인가하기 위한 선형 유닛 (7) 에 대해, 보다 적은 구성 요소들이 요구되고 선형 유닛의 조립이 가능한 간단하게 유지되록 개선되기 위해 의도된 것이다. 이를 위해, 나사산형 너트 (2) 및 힘 전달 요소 (3) 는 포지티브 인터로킹에 의해, 특히 유극-없는 연결에 의해, 특히 클린칭에 의해 서로 연결된다.

CONNECTIONS FOR HEAVY LOADS, FOR EXAMPLE, SUSPENSION SYSTEMS/MECHANICAL AXIS

connection between axle and cube of axle.

SOFT ACTUATORS FOR POP-UP LAMINATE STRUCTURES

A laminate linkage with soft actuation includes a plurality of rigid plates joined at flexible joints; at least one balloon bonded to at least one of the rigid plates and configured to generate a displacement (extension, a change of yaw, and/or a change of pitch) of at least one of the rigid plates; and a fluid source in fluid communication with an interior volume of the balloon and configured to pump fluid into the balloon to generate the displacement of at least one of the rigid plates.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN INNER KNURL IN A RECEIVING BORE OF A HUB BODY

The invention relates to a method for producing an inner knurl (10) extending in the axial direction in a receiving bore (6) of a hub body (3) for forming a hub connection between the hub body (3) and a wave body (1), in particular by pressing the hub body (3) in the axial direction to the wave body (1). According to the invention, the inner knurl (10) is produced by rolling a straight knurling tool (11) over the inner surface of the receiving bore (6). This enables a hub body (3) to be produced in an economical manner comprising form-fit contours for a complimentary peripheral hub connection in the receiving bore (6).

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ALIGNING TWO COMPONENTS

A method and apparatus for quickly and accurately joining together two components (10, 12) whereby at least two recesses (18) are machined into each component surface which will be in contact with each other so that they will be directly opposed when the components are joined, and then placing a deformable insert (20) between each such pair of recesses (18) before the components are joined so that the inserts (20) are biased against the recessed surfaces and thereby keep said components (10, 12) accurately aligned while they are joined.

HOLLOW SHAFT

The invention relates to a hollow shaft. The aim of the invention is to mount, with as little complication as possible, a component (2) head-on on the peripheral surface of a shaft that is at least sectionally configured as a hollow shaft (1) and to leave as much space as possible for hydraulics channels passing through the shaft. According to the invention, the shaft is mechanically flared by means of an axially movable device and a support (4) for said axially movable device is mounted within the hollow shaft (1) or the hollow section of the shaft in a radially positive or non-positive manner.

POWER TRANSMISSION SHAFT

A propeller shaft as a power transmission shaft includes a CFRP tube formed in a cylindrical shape as a shaft member, wherein a helical layer portion mainly bearing torsional strength and bending strength is made of carbon fiber of first carbon fiber material having a relatively high tensile strength (or a tensile elasticity), and wherein a hoop layer portion that is disposed at least one of inside and outside of the helical layer portion in a radial direction with respect to a rotational axis thereof and that does not bear torsional strength or bending strength is made of carbon fiber of second carbon fiber material having a tensile strength (or a tensile elasticity) lower than that of the first carbon fiber material.

PUMP IMPELLER MAKER

Connection of a spindle and/or stud with a crank lever of a wiper system

PCT No. PCT/EP94/00718 Sec. 371 Date Sep. 13, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date Sep. 13, 1995 PCT Filed Mar. 9, 1994 PCT Pub. No. WO94/21499 PCT Pub. Date Sep. 29, 1994Fastening of a spindle or of another elongated cylindrical component perpendicularly to a lever. This fastening essentially consists in providing the galvanized deep-drawn sheet steel lever with a suitable rim hole into which the spindle is inserted. The spindle is secured against moving axially in relation to the lever by a peripheral projection which is formed by rolling the rim hole surface and which projects into a corresponding groove in the spindle.

Bearing device for a wheel

A bearing device for a wheel is capable of suppressing radial play and allowing firm and easy connection between a hub and an outer ring of a constant velocity universal joint. Axially extending projections are provided on a shaft portion of a joint outer ring, and the shaft portion is press-fitted into a hole of a hub. Through this press-fitting, recesses held in close fit-engagement with the projections are formed by the projections in an inner diameter surface of the hub, forming a recess/projection fit-engagement structure in which the projections and the recesses are held in close contact with each other over an entire fit-engagement region thereof. A press-fitting margin (Δd) of the projections with respect to the hub and a height (h) of the projections are set to the following range: 0.3<Δd/2h<0.86.

MAGNETIC ROTARY COMPONENT

PLUG CONNECTOR FOR ROTATIONALLY CONNECTING TWO COMPONENTS AND METHOD THEREFOR

Camshaft for the valve control in internal-combustion engines, and manufacturing process

METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A SHAFT-HUB CONNECTION

The invention relates to a method for the production of a shaft-hub connection. A toothed or splined shaft with external teeth, is engaged in an internal spline of a hub with some play and with teeth in recesses and the external teeth of the shaft are pressed into the internal toothing of the hub. According to the invention, in order to permit a simple, reproducible production of a shaft-hub connection, which optimally fulfils the demands of dynamic loadings, the shaft, when in the sliding position thereof, is plastically deformed, extending radially outwards from a cavity (10) in the shaft (4) and is pressed on the hub (5) to give a lash-free connection between the recesses (8) of the external teeth (2) on the shaft and the internal teeth (6) on the hub (5) which engage therewith, such that the hub is elastically deformed and a pressfit is established between shaft and hub.

УСТРОЙСТВО СОЕДИНЕНИЯ ПУСТОТЕЛЫХ ВАЛОВ

... 1. Соединительное устройство для передающего вращающий момент присоединения сопрягаемого узла (2) к полому валу (1), при этом сопрягаемый узел (2) включает в себя соответствующую по форме наружному поперечному сечению полого вала (1), сквозную выемку (8) для крепления конца полого вала (1), ! при этом полый вал (1) в области соединения полого вала (1) и сопрягаемого узла (2) содержит прессовую заглушку (9), которая по меньшей мере участками образует прессовую посадку с внутренним поперечным сечением полого вала (1), ! отличающееся тем, что ! прессовая заглушка (9) выполнена в виде опорного крепления (10, 11) по меньшей мере для одной соотнесенной с полым валом опоры (13, 14). ! 2. Соединительное устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что прессовая заглушка (9) образует опорный палец (10, 11) для опорной втулки (13, 14) по меньшей мере одной опоры. ! 3. Соединительное устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что на прессовой заглушке (9) предусмотрена возможность размещения опорных втулок (13, ...

СОЕДИНЕНИЕ ТИПА "ВАЛ-ВТУЛКА"

... 1. Соединение типа «вал-втулка», имеющее гнездо (2) втулки, образованное валом (1) и втулкой узла (5), принимаемого гнездом (2) втулки, при этом указанное гнездо (2) втулки и указанная втулка указанного узла (5) образуют некруглое соединение, отличающееся тем, что соединение (2) типа «вал-втулка» включает, по меньшей мере, одно радиальное плечо (9, 10) в продольном направлении (11) вала, при этом гнездо (2) втулки включает несколько радиальных плеч (9, 10) в продольном направлении вала (1), при этом гнездо (2) втулки включает радиальный припуск по отношению ко втулке узла (5). ! 2. Соединение типа «вал-втулка» по п.1, отличающееся тем, что радиальные плечи (9, 10) обеспечивают одинаково длинные радиальные секции (I, II, III) в продольном направлении (11) вала (1). ! 3. Соединение типа «вал-втулка» по п.1, отличающееся тем, что радиальный припуск находится между 10 мкм и 100 мкм, предпочтительно между 20 мкм и 80 мкм, более предпочтительно между 25 мкм и 75 мкм. ! 4. Соединение типа «вал-втулка ...

Способ неразъемного соединения деталей по поверхностям тел вращения

Соединение стержня с трубой

BACK DRAFT DAMPER

A damper is provided. The damper includes a frame having a central opening through which air passes. A plurality of vanes are rotatably mounted within the frame. At least one of the vanes is oriented about a rotational axis that is offset at a non-orthogonal angle with respect to one of a horizontal and vertical axis. 1. A back draft damper assembly for use in an air handling system to condition air flowing through a room , the air handling system having a fan array having two or more fan units , each of the fan units including a corresponding motor and fan , the back draft damper assembly comprising:a plurality of back draft dampers arranged to align with corresponding fan units in the fan array, each of the dampers having a central opening that receives airflow, each of the dampers including a plurality of vanes rotatably mounted within the damper, the vanes having sides, the airflow being directed into separate channels between adjacent vanes, the channels having an associated local slipstream of the airflow;the vanes configured to independently rotate relative to one another based on the local slipstreams in the associated channels along both sides of each of the vanes, the vanes rotating to an open position in response to positive airflow in the local slipstream, the vanes rotating to a closed position in response to reverse airflow in the local slipstream.2. The back draft damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when a first fan unit is operating claim 1 , the vanes of a first damper aligned therewith rotate to the open position and claim 1 , when a second fan unit is non-operating claim 1 , the vanes of a second damper aligned therewith rotate to the closed position claim 1 , the second damper rotating to the closed position based on the reverse airflow created by the operation of the first fan unit and experienced by the vanes of the second damper.3. The back draft damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein one portion of the vanes positioned proximate to a ...

PRE-TENSIONING DEVICE BETWEEN TWO ELEMENTS MOUNTED IN SPACED RELATION ON AN AXLE

A device operative to generate a pre-tension between two elements which are to be mounted in spaced relation on an axle is disclosed. The device includes a first ring () and a second ring () configured to generate upon compression a substantially constant pre-tensioning force as the result of the first ring being pressed axially into the second ring against the force of a radial expansion of a portion of the first ring which is superimposed onto the second ring. The second ring has an annular notch () which is defined in radial directions between an inner wall () and an outer wall () and which opens towards the first ring which is insertable into the notch, wherein the radius to the outer wall () of the notch is determined such that the outer wall prevents further radial expansion of an expanded portion of the first ring. 1122798719318312. A device operative to generate a pre-tension between two elements which are to be mounted in spaced relation on an axle , the device comprising a first ring () and a second ring () configured to generate upon compression a pre-tensioning force as the result of the first ring being pressed axially into the second ring against the force of a radial expansion of a portion of the first ring which is pressed into the second ring , wherein the second ring () has an annular notch () which is defined radially between an inner wall () and an outer wall () , the notch () opening towards the first ring () , wherein the inner wall () of the notch , at least in a mouth area of the notch , has a radius which causes radial expansion of an expandable portion of a rotationally symmetric wall () formed on the first ring () when said wall portion is inserted into the notch , and the outer wall () of the notch has a radius to prevent further radial expansion of the previously expanded portion of the rotationally symmetric wall () when the first ring () is pressed further into the second ring ().271. The device of claim 1 , wherein the notch () has a ...

Hex Swaged Fluid Coupling And Method Of Making Same

A fluid coupling including a cylindrical stem having a fluid conduit therethrough and a hollow shell provided over a first end of the stem. A tool engaging hexagonal shape on an outer surface of the shell is disposed radially outward from a swage joined portion of the shell to the stem. The tool engaging hexagonal shape includes six non-contiguous flats having rounded portions therebetween. The swage joined portion and the tool engaging hexagonal shape are located at the same axial location along a centerline of the hollow shell, and the swage joined portion has an axial length along the centerline corresponding to an axial length along the centerline corresponding to an axial length along the centerline of the tool engaging hexagonal shape. 1. A method of making a fluid coupling , comprising the steps of:positioning a hollow shell around a cylindrical stem;die swaging the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem to mechanically connect the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem; andthe die swaging step includes deforming an outer surface of the hollow shell into a wrenching surface that includes a plurality of flats.2. The method of wherein the die swaging step is accomplished with a die set consisting of six die segments.3. The method of wherein each of the die segments has a planar internal surface.4. The method of wherein the die swaging step includes closing the planar internal surfaces of the die segments radially inward around a centerline of the hollow shell.5. The method of wherein the plurality of flats are separated by undeformed surfaces.6. A method of making a hose assembly claim 4 , comprising the steps of: positioning a hollow shell around a cylindrical stem;', 'die swaging the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem to mechanically connect the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem; and', 'the die swaging step includes deforming an outer surface of the hollow shell into a wrenching surface that includes a plurality of flats, 'making a plurality of fluid ...

BI-DIRECTIONAL SEAMING MACHINE AND METHOD OF SEAMING

A seaming machine and method are provided for seaming segments of sheet material to one another to form larger sheets. The machine typically includes a frame with a pair of spaced seaming devices mounted thereon for respectively seaming opposed edges of the segments of sheet material to one another. The process allows for the seaming of multiple sheet segments while the sheet segments remain atop a work surface. Relative back and forth movement between various components and the work surface typically facilitate the process. 1. A method comprising the steps of:unwinding a first segment of sheet material from a first roll of sheet material mounted on a frame adjacent a first end of the frame to position the first segment in a generally horizontal orientation, wherein the first segment of sheet material has first and second opposed edges;unwinding a second segment of sheet material from a second roll of sheet material mounted on the frame adjacent a second opposed end of the frame to position the second segment over the first segment such that first and second opposed edges of the second segment are respectively adjacent the first and second edges of the first segment; andseaming the first and second sheet segments together along the first edges of the first and second segments to form a two-segment sheet.2. The method of wherein the step of seaming the first and second sheet segments occurs during the step of unwinding the second segment from the second roll.3. The method of wherein the step of unwinding the first segment comprises unwinding the first segment from the first roll so that the first segment extends away from the first roll in a first longitudinal direction; andthe step of unwinding the second segment comprises unwinding the second segment from the second roll so that the second segment extends away from the second roll in a second opposite longitudinal direction.4. The method of wherein the first and second rolls are longitudinally spaced from one ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HANDLING WIND TURBINE TOWER SECTIONS

A system and method for handling a wind turbine tower section generally includes a fixture that supports an end of the tower section in a substantially horizontal orientation. The fixture includes a plurality of adaptor holes. A corresponding number of inserts are positioned within the adaptor holes. Each of the inserts include at least one bolt hole aligned with a bolt hole in a flange of the tower section when positioned in the corresponding adaptor hole. This allows the fixture to be secured to the tower section by bolting the inserts to the flange. The fixture can then be used as a storage foot, a lifting point, a lashing point to a truck, railcar, or vessel, or in other ways to handle the tower section. 1. A method for handling wind turbine towers , comprising:positioning a tower section in a horizontal orientation, the tower section having a first end with a flange extending along a radius of curvature and bolt holes through the flange;positioning a first fixture against the first end of the tower section, the first fixture having a base portion, an abutment portion extending upwardly from the base portion and facing the first end of the tower section when positioned, and a plurality of adaptor holes extending through the abutment portion;positioning and retaining inserts in the plurality of adaptor holes, the inserts each including one or more bolt holes arranged along a first radius of curvature when positioned in a corresponding adaptor hole, the first radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the bolt holts in the flange of the tower section; andsecuring the first fixture to the first end of the tower section by bolting the inserts to the flange.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first fixture is positioned against the first end of the tower section after positioning the tower section in a horizontal orientation.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein inserts are positioned in the plurality of adaptor holes before ...

SHIPPING PALLET POST REINFORCEMENT

A shipping pallet having a top deck, a bottom skid, and a plurality of posts disposed between and separating the top deck and the bottom skid such that at least one tow fork is able to be positioned between the top deck and the bottom skid. The shipping pallet also includes a plurality of collars formed as part of the top deck, and the posts are integrally formed as part of the bottom skid. Each of the plurality of posts is received into and connected to a respective one of the plurality of collars. There is also a plurality of reinforcements, and each of the reinforcements is disposed within and surrounded by a post. Each post and reinforcement is received into one of the collars, and the post is connected to the collar through a connection point, such as an adhesive joint or thermoplastic weld. 119-. (canceled)20. A method for reinforcing a post formed as part of a shipping pallet , comprising the steps of:providing a top deck;providing a bottom skid;providing at least one post;integrally forming at least one collar with one of said top deck or said bottom skid; andat least partially inserting said at least one post into said at least one collar such that said at least one post separates said top deck from said bottom skid;providing at least one reinforcement;inserting said at least one reinforcement into said at least one post to increase the strength of said at least one post;providing at least one void as part of said bottom skid;forming said at least one reinforcement in said at least one void during the molding of said bottom skid.2122-. (canceled)23. The method for reinforcing a post formed as part of a shipping pallet of claim 20 , further comprising the steps of:providing at least one collar to be further comprised of a plurality of collars integrally formed as part of said top deck;providing said at least one post to be further comprised of a plurality of posts integrally formed as part of said bottom skid;positioning at least part of each of said ...

ASSEMBLING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND ASSEMBLING OPERATION PROGRAM

In an assembling apparatus according to the present invention, a control portion controls an operation of a working portion such that a first reference position, which corresponds to a first reference point of an assembling component defined in three-dimensional model data of the assembling component, and a second reference position, which corresponds to a second reference point of the assembling component defined in three-dimensional model data of an assembled component, are associated with each other. Therefore, it is possible to carry out an assembling operation properly and efficiently irrespective of a positional shift of the assembled component. 1. An assembling apparatus comprising:a working portion for assembling a first component serving as an assembling component into a second component serving as an assembled component;a recognizing portion for recognizing three-dimensional positions and postures of said first component and said second component; anda control portion for controlling an operation of said working portion based on the recognition of the three-dimensional positions and the postures in said recognizing portion, whereinsaid control portion controlling an operation of said working portion such that a first reference position and a second reference position are associated with each other, said first reference position being set to said first component in an actual space recognized by said recognizing portion as a corresponding position to a predetermined first reference point set to three-dimensional model data of said first component, said second reference position being set to said second component in the actual space recognized in said recognizing portion as a corresponding position to a predetermined second reference point set to three-dimensional model data of said second component, andsaid second reference point serves to designate a place related to an assembly of said first component over the three-dimensional model data of said second ...

SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR

A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap. The pipe coupling includes an armor positioned to span the gap between the spaced ends to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion having a plurality of corrugations engaging the split-ring gland and the gasket during compression of the gasket. The armor is cold formed to improve structural strength and durability. 1. A method of assembling a split-ring gland for a pipe coupling comprising:positioning first and second partially-circular gland members of the split-ring gland such that first ends thereof along one side are in confronting relationship with second ends along another side being spaced apart;placing the first ends into abutting relationship so as to define a nominal gap between the second ends and to define a partially-cylindrical annular wall of the gland members;inserting an armor having a portion containing a plurality of corrugations to span the gap across the second ends so as to form a generally closed annular periphery defined by the partially-cylindrical annular wall of the first and second gland members and the corrugated portion of the armor;combining at least one annular gasket with the gland members and the armor in the closed annular periphery such that the corrugated portion of the armor engages the at least one annular gasket;securely coupling the first ends in gap-free relationship with a first fastener; andcoupling the first and second gland members at the spaced ends with a second fastener configured to draw the spaced ends together and compress the gasket in the ...

Assembling method of vehicular air-conditioning apparatus

An assembling method of a vehicular air-conditioning apparatus including various equipment, which is required for air-conditioning a vehicle, mounted in a vehicular-air-conditioner frame on a production line includes modularization of, among the various equipment, at least a compressor, an indoor heat exchanger, and an outdoor heat exchanger off the production line, and, further, modularization of a refrigeration cycle by connecting the above modules with refrigerant pipes off the production line, as well as incorporating the modularized refrigerant cycle into assembly work on the production line as a refrigerant cycle module.

Component placement device comprising a machine frame and at least two component pickup units, as well as a method for driving such a component placement device

A component placement device comprises a machine frame and at least two component pickup units which are movable relative to at least one subframe supported by a machine frame. Each component pickup unit is movable at least in a direction of movement. The component placement device comprises means for determining the magnitude of a counterforce to be exerted on the subframe substantially in the direction of movement, as well as at least one drive unit for exerting the counterforce determined by said means substantially in the direction of movement on the subframe for the purpose of at least partially counteracting the reactive force exerted on the subframe by at least one component pickup unit during movement of the component pickup unit in the direction of movement relative to the subframe. 1. A component placement device comprising a machine frame and at least two component pickup units which are movable relative to at least one subframe supported by a machine frame , each component pickup unit being movable at least in a direction of movement , wherein the component placement device comprises means for determining the magnitude of a counterforce to be exerted on the subframe substantially in the direction of movement , as well as at least one drive unit for exerting the counterforce determined by said means substantially in the direction of movement on the subframe for the purpose of at least partially counteracting the reactive force exerted on the subframe by at least one component pickup unit during movement of the component pickup unit in the direction of movement relative to the subframe.2. A component placement device according to claim 1 , wherein the subframe is provided with a first part of the drive unit claim 1 , whilst a second part of the drive unit claim 1 , which cooperates with the first part of the drive unit claim 1 , is mounted on an auxiliary frame that is freestanding from the machine frame.3. A component placement device according to claim 2 ...

INFRARED SCANNING PORT

We disclose a method for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to integrated panels, deadfronts, or transition plates, thus providing a reinforced polymer window through which the thermographer can scan an energized unit without being directly exposed to contact with internal components or having to remove said panels, deadfronts, or transition plates. We also disclose a device for securing the polymer consisting of a retention frame with half shear retainers that keep the polymer locked in place. 1. A method for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to a panel of an electrical enclosure comprising:a. aligning half shear retainers on a retention frame with holes in said infrared transmissive polymer and holes in said panel, wherein said half shear retainers are comprised of raised protrusions on said retention frame;b. placing said infrared transmissive polymer against said retention frame; andc. coupling said retention frame to said panel.2. The method of further comprising securing said retention frame to said panel with hardware.3. The method of wherein said hardware are bolts.4. The method of wherein said half shear retainers protrude beyond the plane of said retention frame by a distance of half the width of said retention frame.5. The method of wherein the step of coupling said retention frame to said panel further comprisesa. aligning bolt holes of said infrared transmissive polymer with bolt holes of said panel and bolt holes of said retention frame; andb. passing a bolt through the aligned bolt holes of said retention frame, infrared transmissive polymer, and panel.6. A device for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to a panel comprising a retention frame claim 1 , said retention frame surrounding a frame opening and having protrusions on the side of said frame that faces said panel.7. The device of wherein said infrared transmissive polymer has holes for receiving each of said protrusions.8. The device of further comprising a cover configured ...

DEVICE HAVING A SPHERICAL ELEMENT TO BE CRIMPED, CRIMPING METHOD AND CRIMPING SYSTEM

The crimping system for a device having a spherical element to be crimped comprising a stem mounted in a sleeve and ended at one end with the spherical element, comprises: 1. Crimping system for a device having a spherical element to be crimped comprising a stem mounted in a sleeve and ended at one end with the spherical element , said crimping system comprises:an anvil intended to bear on a bearing flange of the sleeve,means of traction comprising a system of jaws configured to enclose the spherical element.2. Crimping system according to claim 1 , wherein the system of jaws comprises two jaws.3. Crimping system according to claim 2 , wherein both jaws comprises an open cavity formed to follow claim 2 , at least partially claim 2 , the outlines of the stem and the spherical element at their junction claim 2 , the cavities enabling the hold of the device to be crimped in a closed position of the jaws.4. Crimping system according to claim 3 , wherein the two jaws are swivelingly mounted one above the other in order to define an open position enabling the insertion of the spherical element between the jaws and a closed position in which the spherical element moves in accordance with the movements of the means of traction claim 3 , and in that return means are arranged to continuously urge said jaws towards the open position.5. Crimping system according to claim 4 , wherein the means of traction are translatingly mounted in the body of the anvil.6. Crimping system according to claim 4 , wherein the body of the anvil comprises a fixed part and a movable part swivelingly mounted on the fixed part claim 4 , whose open and closed positions coincide respectively with the open and closed positions of the jaws.7. Crimping system according to claim 6 , wherein a locking element is translatingly mounted on the outside of the body of the anvil claim 6 , the locking element including a disengaged position in which the jaws and the fixed and movable parts of the anvil are in the ...

RING FOR MOUNTING A STRUCTURE TO A SHAFT

Mounting rings and methods for mounting structures to shafts are provided. The rings and methods may be used to mount other rings or housings to a shaft. The rings are characterized by having flexible inner diameters that can deflect under a radial load. The radial deflection of the inner diameter permits the rings to deflect and engage an outer diameter of a shaft. The engagement of the rings with a shaft provides at least some resistance to movement, for example, rotation and/or axial displacement, of the shaft relative to the ring and structure. In one aspect, the ring has a closed, hollow, construction, for example, a circular, oval, or polygonal closed, hollow construction. The ring may include a plurality of indentations, such as slots, on the inside diameter of the ring that may relieve at least some of the circumferential stress in the ring. Methods for using the rings to mount a structure to a shaft are also disclosed. 1. A method for mounting a structure to a shaft , the method comprising:mounting a first surface of a first section of a ring to a structure;a radially inner section of the ring comprising an inner surface having a plurality of flexible indentations flexibly engaging the shaft to substantially prevent the rotation of the shaft relative to the ring under a load and to rigidly mount the ring to the shaft such that the structure rotates with the shaft;two radially extending sections of the ring oriented substantially parallel to one another and substantially perpendicular to an axial direction through the ring prior to mounting; andthe radially extending sections located between the inner section and the first section, the radially extending sections, the inner section and the first section bounding an internal cavity, the cavity deforming in response a load from the shaft such that the inner section and the first section move closer to each other.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein mounting the structure to the first surface of the ring ...

MOUNT MEMBER, STRUCTURAL OBJECT MOUNT, METHOD FOR INSTALLING THE MOUNT, AND SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM USING THE MOUNT

A mount member () includes a beam (), two arms () for connecting the beam () to a strut for supporting the beam () and a pair of arm coupling members (). The pair of arm coupling members () couples respective outer ends of the two arms () with the beam (). Each of the arm coupling members () is movable between a first state in which the beam () and the two arms () are overlapped and aligned in a longitudinal direction thereof with the two arms () being in line with each other, and a second state in which mutually facing ends of the two arms () are spaced apart from the beam () relative to the first state. 2. The mount member according to claim 1 , further comprising:an arm bracket coupling each of the mutually facing ends of the arms with the strut supporting the beam;wherein the arm bracket is rotatably provided at each of the mutually facing ends of the arms.3. The mount member according to claim 2 ,wherein the arm bracket is rotated toward the beam such that the beam can be fitted inside the arm bracket.5. The mount member according to claim 4 ,wherein the beam bracket is rotated so as to be housed inside the beam.8. The structural object mount according to claim 7 , wherein the structural object is a solar cell module.9. A mount member supporting a structural object claim 7 , comprising:a plurality of longitudinal beams arranged in parallel;two arms provided on each of the longitudinal beams, the two arms for connecting the longitudinal beam to a strut supporting the longitudinal beam;a pair of arm coupling members; anda plurality of latitudinal beams arranged in parallel on the longitudinal beams so as to be orthogonal to the longitudinal beams,wherein the pair of arm coupling members is provided on each of the longitudinal beams, andwherein the pair of arm coupling members couples respective outer ends of the two arms with the longitudinal beam such that the two arms are movable between a first state in which the longitudinal beam and the two arms are ...

ROTARY COMPRESSOR AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A rotary compressor having a reduced vibration and noise thereof, and capable of minimizing the deformation of components to improve the performance and the reliability, thereby providing applications for various fields other than for an air conditioner 1. A rotary compressor , comprising:a case forming an external appearance of the rotary compressor;a driving portion provided at an inner side of the case, and having a stator fixed to the case, a rotator rotatively provided at an inside the stator, and a rotary shaft that is press-fitted to the rotator;a compression portion provided at an inner side of the case, and having an eccentric portion provided at a lower portion of the rotary shaft, a roller rotatively inserted into an outer side of the eccentric portion, a cylinder accommodating the roller and provided for a compression chamber to be formed therein, and a vane configured to divide the compression chamber;a fastening member configured to connect the driving portion to the compression portion; anda supporting member configured to connect the compression portion to the case to support the compression portion.2. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member comprises a first elastic member to support the compression portion claim 1 , and a second elastic member to connect the fastening member to the case.3. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member is a damper configured to couple the fastening member to the case and to absorb vibration.4. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , further comprising:an upper portion bearing coupled to an upper portion of the cylinder and configured to support the rotary shaft, and a lower portion bearing coupled to a lower portion of the cylinder and configured to support the rotary shaft, andone of both sides of the fastening member is coupled to the stator of the driving portion.5. The rotary compressor of claim 4 , wherein the other side of the fastening member is coupled to the upper ...

VEHICLE WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS

A vehicle wheel weight for attachment to a wheel rim comprises a mass portion formed of nonlead material and configured to be juxtaposed against a wheel rim when attached to a wheel. The mass portion defines a clip groove on an exterior side thereof, with the clip groove being defined by opposed first and second sidewalls. The wheel weight also includes a clip having an extended portion for engaging the wheel rim and an attachment portion seated in the clip groove. A self-locking arrangement is provided on the clip and the mass portion for interconnecting the attachment portion of the clip with the mass portion such that when the attachment portion is seated in the clip groove the self-locking arrangement secures the clip to the mass portion. 1. A vehicle wheel weight for attachment to a wheel rim , said wheel weight comprising:(a) a mass portion formed of nonlead material and configured to be juxtaposed against a wheel rim when attached to a wheel;(b) said mass portion defining a clip groove on an exterior side thereof, with the clip groove being defined by opposed first and second sidewalls;(c) a clip having an extended portion for engaging said wheel rim and an attachment portion seated in said clip groove; and(d) a self-locking arrangement on the clip and the mass portion for interconnecting said attachment portion of said clip with said mass portion such that when said attachment portion is seated in said clip groove said self-locking arrangement secures said clip to said mass portion.2. A vehicle wheel weight as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said self-locking arrangement comprises at least one flexible finger on said attachment portion of said clip engaging an adjacent portion of said mass portion.3. A vehicle wheel weight as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said attachment portion of said clip defines at least one securement opening through which a post located in said clip groove of said mass portion is received claim 1 , said securement opening and said post ...

METHOD FOR REMOVING A TWIST-MODULE SUB-ASSEMBLY IN A KNOTTER ASSEMBLY

The subject invention relates to a knotter assembly for use in a wire-tieing system. The knotter assembly includes a slidably removable twist module assembly, a ratcheted cover arm assembly, and a torque tube assembly having two operating arms that carry all of the operating components for actuating various elements of the knotter assembly. 1. A method for removing a twist-module sub-assembly in a knotter assembly on a material baling apparatus , the knotter assembly including a frame having a base plate and a pair of parallel opposed side walls , a knotter cover arm assembly including a pair of opposed knotter cover arms coupled , at a first end of each arm , to a knotter cover , and pivotably coupled , at a second end of each arm , to a shaft such that rotation of the arms about the shaft causes the knotter cover to at least partially extend from a first side of the knotter assembly , the method comprising:rotating the knotter cover arm assembly outwardly from the first side of the knotter assembly;securing the knotter cover arm assembly in a raised rotated position;accessing, through the first side of the knotter assembly, one or more coupling devices securing the first twist-module sub-assembly to the knotter assembly;removing the one or more coupling devices; andextracting the first twist-module sub-assembly as a unit from the knotter assembly substantially via the first side of the knotter assembly.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:inserting a second twist-module sub-assembly into the knotter assembly substantially via the first side of the knotter assembly;installing the one or more coupling devices;releasing the knotter cover arm assembly from the raised rotated position; androtating the knotter cover arm downwardly to a substantially vertical original position.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second twist-module sub-assembly is configured for operation of the knotter assembly using a different gauge of wire than the first twist-module sub- ...

CLAD ALLOY SUBSTRATES AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME

A method for producing a single-clad or multiple-clad product includes providing a welded assembly comprising a cladding material disposed on a substrate material. Both the substrate material and the cladding material are individually selected alloys. At least a first edge of the cladding material of the welded assembly does not extend to a first edge of the substrate material and thereby provides a margin between the first edges. A material that is an alloy having hot strength greater than the cladding material is within the margin and adjacent the first edge of the cladding material. The welded assembly is hot rolled to provide a hot rolled band, and the material within the margin inhibits the cladding material from spreading beyond the edge of the substrate material during the hot rolling. In certain embodiments of the methods, the substrate material is stainless steel and the cladding material is nickel or a nickel alloy. 1. A method for producing a clad product , the method comprising:providing a welded assembly comprising an alloy cladding material plate disposed on a steel plate, and an alloy material comprising a hot strength greater than the cladding material plate, wherein in the welded assembly at least a first edge of the cladding material plate does not extend to a first edge of the steel plate to define a margin therebetween, and wherein the alloy material is disposed in the margin and adjacent the first edge of the cladding material plate; andhot rolling the welded assembly to provide a hot rolled band, wherein the alloy material inhibits the cladding material plate from spreading beyond the edge of the steel plate during the hot rolling.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cladding material plate is disposed in a recess on a surface of the steel plate such that a projecting portion of the steel plate defines at least one wall of the recess and is within the margin and adjacent at least the first edge of the cladding material plate.3. The method of ...

METHOD OF FABRICATION OF COLLAPSIBLE STORAGE TANK

In one embodiment, a collapsible, flexible storage tank is provided that is capable of holding a liquid material. The tank includes a sheet of flexible, moisture impervious side wall material; at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank; joining seams wherein edges of the sheet are joined, the seams extending about the tank in a spiral orientation; and closing seams wherein the side ends of the pillow tank are sealed. In another aspect, a collapsible, flexible storage tank is capable of holding a liquid. The tank includes a sheet of flexible side wall material; at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank; and butt seams wherein edges of the flexible sheet are joined together in the same plane in a butt joint configuration using an overlapping piece of flexible, moisture impervious sealed material over the top thereof. 1. A collapsible , flexible storage tank capable of holding a liquid material , including:a sheet of flexible, moisture impervious side wall material;at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank;joining seams wherein edges of the sheet of material are joined, the seams extending about the tank in a spiral orientation; andclosing seams wherein the side ends of the pillow tank are sealed.2. The collapsible claim 1 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 1 , wherein only two or less joining seams encounter a closing seam at each end of the tank.3. The collapsible claim 1 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 1 , wherein at least some of the seams are characterized by a butt joint configuration and a length of flexible claim 1 , moisture impervious material overlapping the butt joint and sealed to the sheet of material.4. The collapsible claim 3 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the length of flexible claim 3 , moisture impervious material is attached along an outside surface of the storage tank.5. The collapsible claim 4 , flexible ...

ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A RADIALLY INTERMEDIATE JOINT AND CORRESPONDING METHOD OF JOINING TWO COMPONENTS

An assembly comprising a first component joined to a second component by means of an intermediate joint is provided. The first component has a first joining surface arranged coaxially and spaced in a juxtaposition around a second joining surface of the second component, such that a groove is defined between the first and second joining surfaces. The groove comprises an arcuate section formed in that one of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a concave portion and the other of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a convex portion, radially opposite from the concave portion. The intermediate joint is formed by an insert ring, made of a high strength material, pressed into the groove and deformed such that material of the insert ring fills the concave portion and surrounds the convex portion. Consequently, the first and second components are locked relative to each other in both axial directions. 1. An assembly comprising a first component joined to a second component by means of an intermediate joint , the first component having a first joining surface arranged coaxially and spaced in a juxtaposition around a second joining surface of the second component , thereby defining a groove between the first and second joining surfaces , andone of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a concave portion and the other of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a convex portion, radially opposite from the concave portion, such that the groove comprises an arcuate section; and whereinthe intermediate joint is formed by an insert ring that is pressed into the groove and deformed so as to adopt the shape of the arcuate section.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the insert ring has a volume that is at least equal to a volume of the arcuate section of the groove.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the convex portion has an apex with a diameter that is equal to a maximum diameter of the joining surface having the concave ...

METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING PANELS OF DISSIMILAR MATERIALS

A fastening system for attaching cladding panels to a carrier panel and allowing for differential thermal expansion. The system fastens the two panels together at points in the direction perpendicular to the panel planes. A combination of different carrier panel hole sizes and slots fix the panels together at one point and allow the panels to expand and contract relative to each other while maintaining rectangular alignment. Wall panels and buildings constructed using the fastener are disclosed. 1. A method for fastening two panels of dissimilar materials using a fastening system for panels of dissimilar materials , the fastening system comprising ,(a) a threaded fastener: (i) a main body with a first flat face;', '(ii) a shoulder protruding from the first flat face;', '(iii) a polygonal extension protruding from the shoulder;, '(b) a captive nut with a through hole comprising (i) a washer body; and', '(ii) a polygonal cutout sized to fit the said polygonal extension.; and the method comprising:', '(i) providing two or more through holes in a first panel to allow threaded fasteners to penetrate said first panel;', '(ii) inserting a threaded fastener in the through hole of the captive nut;', '(iii) inserting the threaded fastener and captive nut through a hole provided in the first panel;', '(iv) inserting the threaded fastener through a captive washer on the opposite side of the first panel from the captive nut;', '(v) mating the hex extension to the hex cutout;', '(vi) driving the threaded fastener into a second panel., '(c) a captive washer comprising;'}2. The method of wherein the main body of the captive nut is in the shape of a hexagon.3. The method of wherein a wrench is placed on the hexagon shaped main body of the captive nut to prevent the fastener from spinning while the threaded fastener is driven into the second panel. 1. Field of InventionThis invention relates to a fastening system for attaching panels of one material to a panel of a dissimilar ...

METHOD FOR OPTIMIZATION OF JOINT ARTHROPLASTY COMPONENT DESIGN

Methods and devices are disclosed for the optimization of shoulder arthroplasty component design through the use of computed tomography scan data from arthritic shoulders. 1. A method for manufacturing a prosthetic component for replacing a part of a bone of a joint in a subject , the method comprising:forming the prosthetic component to include a base surface and an opposed articular surface wherein a width of the base surface is a predetermined percentage of a length of a neutral face plate line, the length of the neutral face plate line having been determined by (i) obtaining an image of the bone of the joint, (ii) orienting on the image a reference angle from a body of the bone to create the neutral face plate line, wherein the neutral face plate line extends from a first border of the bone to an opposite second border of the bone, and (iii) measuring the length of the neutral face plate line.2. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 100% or less.3. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 90%-99%.4. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 80%-99%.5. The method of wherein the joint is arthritic.6. The method of wherein:at least a section of the base surface of the prosthetic component is flat.7. The method of wherein:the neutral face plate line corresponds to a width of a flat neutral face plate formed by removing a portion of the bone during arthroplasty.8. The method of wherein:the bone is the scapula, andthe joint is the shoulder.9. The method of wherein:the prosthetic component is a glenoid component.10. The method of wherein:the image is a computed tomography scan slice.11. The method of wherein:the reference angle is 90 degrees.12. The method of wherein:the neutral face plate line is a straight line positioned completely within a perimeter of the image of the bone from the first border of the bone to the second border of the bone.13. The method of wherein:at least a section of the straight line is spaced from a ...

ASSEMBLING APPARATUS

An assembling apparatus () comprises a shaft member () having a linear assembling function and a rotational assembling function, a base () supporting the shaft member () to be movable in the axial direction and rotatable axially, and a drive unit moving in an axial direction and axially rotating the shaft member (). 1. An assembling apparatus comprising:a shaft member having a linear assembling function and a rotational assembling function; anda base supporting the shaft member which is movable in an axial direction and axially rotatable; anda drive unit which can move the axial direction and axially rotate the shaft member.2. The assembling apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the drive unit comprises a motor and a power conversion mechanism switchably converting output of the motor to axial movement and axial rotation of the shaft member.3. The assembling apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the power conversion mechanism comprises:a linear motion mechanism which is connected to the motor, the linear motion mechanism capable of moving the shaft member in the axial direction with respect to the base using the output of the motor,a rotation mechanism which axially rotates the shaft member with respect to the base, anda switching mechanism which connects and disconnects the motor and the rotation mechanism.4. The assembling apparatus of claim 3 , wherein:the linear motion mechanism comprises a first member in which the shaft member is inserted, the first member is attached to the base such that it is axially rotatable, a first engagement portion is formed on the first member, the first engagement portion slidably engages a male screw formed on the shaft member, the male screw extends in a spiral manner,the rotation mechanism comprises a second member in which the shaft member is inserted, the second member is attached to the base such that it is axially rotatable, a second engagement portion is formed at the second member, the second engagement portion slidably engages a spline ...

SLEEVE FOR A PUNCH ASSEMBLY

A punch assembly includes a punch, a sleeve, a draw stud and a die. The sleeve adds rigidity to the draw stud, thereby reducing elastic deflection of the draw stud, reducing bending moment on the draw stud, reducing punching force, and extending the punch, draw stud and die fatigue life. The sleeve also aids in axial alignment of the punch, die and workpiece with a pilot hole drilled through a workpiece. 1. A punching assembly comprising:a punch having a punch body having a first end surface and a second end surface, a punch wall extending from said first end surface to a free end, said punch wall having a punch profile on said free end, and a threaded passageway extending through said punch body, said punch body having a thickness defined between said end surfaces; anda sleeve having a first threaded section having a diameter, a second section having a diameter and extending from said first threaded section, and a third unthreaded section having a diameter and extending from said second knurled section, said first threaded section and said third unthreaded section having the same outer diameter, and said second section having an outer diameter which is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of the first and third sections, said first threaded section having a length which corresponds to the thickness of said punch body, and an axial passageway extending through said sections, wherein at least a portion of said passageway of said sleeve is threaded,wherein said punch is threaded onto said first threaded section such that said second and third sections extend from said first end surface of said punch, and said third section extends past said punch profile on said punch wall.2. The punch assembly of claim 1 , wherein said threaded portion of said passageway of said sleeve is provided within said first threaded section and a portion of said second section.3. The punch assembly of claim 1 , wherein said second section is knurled.4. The punch assembly of claim 3 , ...

TIMED LOCKING ANTI-SWEEP MECHANISM AND DISPLAY DEVICE

An anti-sweep device having a mechanism that allows a customer to take a pre-determined number of items from a peg or display hook, after which the hook is locked for a pre-determined period of time before allowing another predetermined number of items to be taken. 1. A method for preventing the sweeping of merchandise from a display at the point of product selection , the method comprising the steps of:a) providing a display bar with items of merchandise disposed thereon;b) presenting items of merchandise in a secured state behind a locking protrusion pivotable between a first pivot position and a second pivot position;c) allowing removal of a predetermined number of items of merchandise by a customer when the locking protrusion is moving from the first pivot position to the second pivot position;d) blocking additional items of merchandise from being removed from said display hook when said predetermined number of items of merchandise pivot the locking protrusion into the second pivot position when said items are moved over a vertex of said locking protrusion;e) locking the blocked additional items of merchandise onto the display hook for a predetermined amount of time when the locking protrusion contacts a circuitry activation switch at the second pivot position;f) returning the locking protrusion to the first pivot position after the expiration of a predetermined amount of time; andg) unblocking a predetermined number of items of merchandise from being removed from said display hook when said locking protrusion returns to the first pivot position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of transmitting data representing merchandise removal events to an external system.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method is carried out on an anti-sweep device for locking merchandise at the point of product selection claim 1 , the device comprising:a mounting mechanism for attaching the device to the display bar;a central body attached to said mounting ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLING SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

A method of installing a solar energy system comprises laying an uninflated elongated tube of flexible material in a substantially flat configuration, winding the uninflated elongated tube on a spool, transporting the spool with the elongated tube, and filling the elongated tube with a gas and/or liquid such that the elongated tube inflates with the gas and/or liquid and unrolls from the spool. 1. A method of installing a solar energy system , comprising:laying an uninflated elongated tube of flexible material in a substantially flat configuration;winding the uninflated elongated tube on a spool;transporting the spool with the elongated tube; andfilling the elongated tube with a gas and/or liquid such that the elongated tube inflates with the gas and/or liquid and unrolls from the spool.2. The method of further comprising removing the spool from the elongated tube.3. The method of further comprising connecting the elongated tube to a support system. This application is a non-provisional of and claims priority to U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/576,513, filed Dec. 16, 2011, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.The present disclosure relates to installation methods for solar energy systems.There has been a long-standing need to provide energy generation from renewable sources. Various renewable energy sources have been pursued, such as solar energy, wind, geothermal, and biomass for biofuels as well as others. There also exists an ever-increasing need for cost effective, large scale installation techniques and technologies for renewable energy systems.Various approaches have been taken to achieve cost effective installation of solar energy generation systems. To that end, much focus has been directed to creating standardized parts and simplified designs that reduce the effort and expense of building a solar energy installation. One example of a simplified solar energy system is a Compact Linear Fresnel Reflector (CLFR) system.However, all such ...

T3 for a shipping platform

A system may include a bottom deck to a shipping platform. The system may also include a block joined to the bottom deck, and a top deck joined to the block. The system may further include a T3 panel carried by the top deck that is structurally different from the top deck and does not extend to two ends of the top deck.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a base, a battery module and an upper cover. The battery module is disposed in the base. The battery module includes a tray and at least one battery unit. The battery unit is disposed on the tray. The upper cover is connected to the base and covers the battery module. 1. An electronic device comprising:a base;a battery module disposed in the base, the battery module having a tray and at least one battery unit, wherein the battery unit is disposed on the tray; andan upper cover connected to the base and covering the battery module.2. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tray has a fixing portion claim 1 , and the battery unit is disposed in the fixing portion.3. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the battery module has a plurality of battery units claim 1 , the tray comprises a first fixing portion and a second fixing portion disposed opposite to each other claim 1 , and the battery units are respectively disposed in the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion.4. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the battery module has a first battery unit claim 1 , a second battery unit claim 1 , a third battery unit and a fourth battery unit claim 1 , the tray comprises a first fixing portion and a second fixing portion disposed opposite to each other claim 1 , the first battery unit and the second battery unit are disposed in the first fixing portion and a portion of the first battery unit is stacked under the second battery unit claim 1 , the third battery unit and the are fourth battery unit disposed in the second fixing portion claim 1 , and a portion of the third battery unit is stacked under the fourth battery unit.5. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tray has a crossover portion connected to the base.6. The electronic device as recited in further comprising:a connecting member connecting the tray and the base.7. The ...

X-RAY PROCESSING DEVICE AND X-RAY PROCESSING METHOD

The X-ray processing device comprises a work table on which a processing object is placed, X-ray processors irradiating the processing object placed in a given processing zone on the work table with an X-ray for processing, a pressing member, and X-ray shielding sheets. The pressing member presses and collapses any remaining raised edges at the sides of the processing object. The X-ray shielding sheets are provided on the side of the pressing member that is closest to the processing zone and shield the X-ray from the X-ray processors. 1. An X-ray processing device , comprising:a work table on which a processing object is placed;X-ray processors irradiating the processing object placed in a given processing zone on the work table with an X-ray for processing;a presser provided above a conveying path leading the processing object to the processing zone and pressing and collapsing any remaining raised edges at the sides of the processing object; andshields provided on the side of the presser that is closest to the processing zone and shielding the X-ray from the X-ray processors.2. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , wherein:the presser is made of a resin and has a curved surface at the part making contact with the raised edges; anda swing support in a way that the presser was allowed to swing freely is further provided.3. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , wherein:the shields consist of sheets made of an X-ray shielding material.4. The X-ray processing device according to claim 3 , wherein:the sheets are composed of multiple sheet members layered with spaces in-between.5. The X-ray processing device according to claim 3 , wherein:the sheets are cut into strips at least in the lower end part.6. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , further comprising a support supporting the presser and shields in a manner to enable crosswise movement as one piece with respect to the conveying path.7. The X-ray processing device according to ...

Mount for An Optical Structure and Method of Mounting an Optical Structure Using Such Mount

An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member. 1. A method of mounting an optical structure , comprising the steps of:sliding a first opening extending through an upper element of a mount for mounting an optical structure over at least a portion of a protruding member, said optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, said at least one mirror panel having at least one reflective surface and at least one back surface substantially opposite said reflective surface, and said protruding member being part of said mount for mounting said optical structure, wherein: said back surface has said protruding member extending therefrom, said protruding member comprises first and second surfaces and a third surface extending between said first and second surfaces thereof such that said first surface of said ...

Wheel bearing device

An object of the present invention is to enhance assemblability of a wheel bearing device, and stably maintain predetermined torque transmissibility over a long period of time. A shaft portion ( 12 ) of a joint outer ring ( 5 ) where projections ( 35 ) extending in an axial direction are provided is press-fitted into a hole portion ( 22 ) of a hub wheel ( 1 ) to thereby form recesses ( 36 ) by the projections 35 in an inner diameter surface ( 37 ) of a shaft fitting hole 22 a of the hub wheel ( 1 ), by which a recess-projection fitting structure M is constructed, where an entire area of fitting sites of the projections ( 35 ) and the recesses ( 36 ) are brought into close contact. Moreover, a bolt member ( 50 ) is fastened in a bolt hole ( 13 ) provided in the shaft portion ( 12 ) of the joint outer ring ( 5 ) after the construction of the recess-projection fitting structure (M), which restricts separation between the hub wheel ( 1 ) and the joint outer ring ( 5 ). As the bolt member ( 50 ), if an outer diameter of a seating surface thereof ( 50 a 1 ) is d 1 and a shaft diameter is d 2 , a bolt member satisfying a relational expression of 2.3≦(d 1 /d 2 ) 2 ≦4.9 is used.

GENERATOR ASSEMBLY APPARATUS

A generator assembly apparatus is provided for merging a first annular component and a second annular component of a generator. The generator assembly apparatus includes first and second component support frames, a moving device and an adjustment device. The first component support frame supports the first component securely mounted to the first component support frame. The second component support frame supports the second component securely mounted to the second component support frame. The moving device moves one component support frame relative to the other component support frame to merge the components by inserting one component at least partially into an interior region of the other component. The adjustment device adjusts a position of a support frame such that a pre-defined separation between the first component and the second component is maintained during merging. 1. A generator assembly apparatus for merging a first annular component and a second annular component of a generator , the generator assembly apparatus comprising:a first component support frame for supporting the first component securely mounted to the first component support frame;a second component support frame for supporting the second component securely mounted to the second component support frame;a moving device for moving one component support frame relative to the other component support frame to merge the components by inserting one component at least partially into an interior region of the other component; andan adjustment device for adjusting a position of a support frame such that a pre-defined separation between the first component and the second component is maintained during merging.2. The generator assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a support frame is realised such that a rotation axis of the component carried on that support frame is essentially horizontal.3. The generator assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a component support frame is realised ...

ASSEMBLING PALLET FOR SECONDARY BATTERY AND METHOD OF THE SECONDARY BATTERY

To provide a secondary-battery assembling pallet configured to support a plurality of types of secondary batteries, a secondary-battery assembling pallet () for a secondary battery including end plates () placed on both ends of battery cells () arranged side by side and a lower case () placed on a lower part includes a primary positioning pin () and a secondary positioning pin () for positioning the end plates (), a seat pin () for supporting a stack assembly () of the secondary battery, and a base (). The primary positioning pin () is fixed to the base () and the secondary positioning pin () is movably held on the base (). 1. An assembling pallet for a secondary battery including end plates placed on both sides of a plurality of battery cells arranged side by side and a lower case for mounting the battery cells on a vehicle body , whereinthe pallet includes a positioning pin for positioning the end plates, a support seat for supporting the end plates and a stack assembly of the secondary battery, and a base plate,the positioning pin includes a primary positioning pin and a secondary positioning pin, the primary positioning pin is fixed to the base plate, and the secondary positioning pin is held on the base plate and configured to be movable relative to the primary positioning pin.2. The assembling pallet for a secondary battery according to claim 1 , wherein the primary positioning pin and the secondary positioning pin are formed in a stepped shape claim 1 , each pin including a tip portion for positioning the end plates and a support part for supporting the lower case claim 1 ,the support part is formed with a height equal to the support seat, andthe primary positioning pin, the secondary positioning pin, and the support seat are inserted and placed in the base plate.3. A method of manufacturing a secondary battery by placing a lower case on an assembling pallet claim 1 , and placing a stack assembly on the lower case claim 1 , the stack assembly consisting of a ...

METHOD FOR DISASSEMBLING FLAT DISPLAY DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to a method for disassembling a flat display device including a panel that includes a pair of glass substrates each having display materials formed on a surface thereof, the glass substrates being arranged so as to face each other. In the disassembling method, rotation body () which has recesses and projections () inside thereof and rotates at a non-constant speed is used. The panel is disassembled so as to be separated into glass substrates () and () to thereby expose the display materials, glass substrates () and () each having the display materials formed on the surface thereof are then put into rotation body (), and rotation body () is then rotated to perform a process for removing the display materials from the surface of each of glass substrates () and (). 1. A method for disassembling a flat display device , the flat display device including a panel including a pair of glass substrates each having display materials formed on a surface thereof , the glass substrates being arranged so as to face each other ,the method comprising:preparing a rotation body having recesses and projections inside thereof and rotating at a non-constant speed,disassembling the panel so as to be separated into the glass substrates to expose the display materials;putting the glass substrates each having the display materials formed on the surface thereof into the rotation body; androtating the rotation body to perform a process for removing the display materials from the surface of each of the glass substrates.2. The method for disassembling the flat display device according to claim 1 , wherein the rotation body is configured to rotate at a non-constant speed by changing a rotational speed or a rotational direction thereof.3. The method for disassembling the flat display device according to claim 1 , wherein the rotation body is configured to rotate at a non-constant speed by forming the rotation body to have an elliptical cross-sectional shape. The ...

HEATABLE MEDIUM PIPE

For a heatable medium pipe having at least one pipe connector and heating element, wherein the heating element has a few wires, in particular one or two wires, wherein the wire(s) extend continuously along the medium pipe and along the at least one pipe connector. In a method for producing a heatable medium pipe, comprising the medium pipe, at least one pipe connector, a transition area between the medium pipe and the pipe connector, and at least one heating element, wherein the heating element has a few wires, in particular one or two wires, the medium pipe is pre-assembled with the at least one pipe connector, the wire or the few wires of the heating element are pre-assembled as a double-laid, one or two-part element or as an element connected to form a continuous part, the wire(s) are fastened on the outside of the pipe connector, transition area and medium pipe, and the ends of the wire(s) are guided into a feed-in connector for connecting to a current source or voltage source. 1. A heatable medium pipe , comprising: at least one pipe connector and a heating element , wherein the heating element has one or more wires or wire strands , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands extend continuously both along the medium pipe and along the at least one pipe connector.2. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands extend without any joints in a transitions area between the medium pipe and the pipe connector and continuously along the pipe connector and the medium pipe on a respective outside thereof.3. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands are one-piece parts or are connected via a device to form one continuous part.4. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein at least one branch-off or connection point is provided at ends of the one or more wires or wire strands for connecting a connector for connection to an energy supply.5. The heatable ...

SHIPPING CRATE JOINT AND METHOD OF FORMING A SHIPPING CRATE

A joint for use in making a shipping crate includes a base and a pair of orthogonal channels which extend upwardly from the base and are open from above. Each channel has an inner closed end and an outer open end, and has a width, along a length of the channel between the inner and outer ends, which is greater than the width at the inner and outer ends. The channel is preferably defined by an outer wall, an inner wall, and a pair of reinforcement members located at the inner and outer ends to define the region of smaller width at each end. The reinforcement members are preferably hollow vertical members which are rectangle or square in cross-section and which extend from the inner wall towards the outer wall. Preferably, at their inner ends, the channels share a reinforcement member. 1. A joint for use in manufacturing a shipping crate comprising:a base, at least a portion of which lies in a base plane; which is open from above and extends in a first axial direction which lies in a plane parallel to said base plane;', 'which has an inner, closed end and an outer, open end;', 'which has a width, perpendicular to said axial direction, along a length of said channel between said inner and outer ends which is greater than the width at said inner and outer ends; and', 'wherein said third width is greater than both said first and second widths; and, 'a first wall portion extending perpendicular to said base and defining a first channela second wall portion extending perpendicular to said base and defining a second channel which is substantially the same as said first channel;wherein said second channel extends in a second axial direction which lies in a plane parallel to said base plane, is perpendicular to said first axial direction, and intersects said first axially direction; andwherein said channels are oriented such that said open ends are located away from the point where the first and second axial directions intersect.2. The joint as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

BATTERY MODULE AND A METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING BATTERY MODULES

Provided are: a battery module which not only facilitates the work of serial and/or parallel coupling a plurality of stacked cell cartridges but also improves safety for workers during the coupling work; and a method for assembling battery modules. 1. A battery module comprising:a plurality of stacked cell cartridges to generate current;bus bars to electrically interconnect the stacked cell cartridges;a bus bar plate having bus bar receiving grooves, in which the bus bars are received; anda plate cover coupled to the bus bar plate to cover the bus bars received in the bus bar receiving grooves.2. The battery module according to claim 1 , whereineach of the cell cartridges has a positive electrode terminal and a negative electrode terminal, andafter the bus bars, the bus bar plate, and the plate cover are coupled to one another, the positive electrode terminals and the negative electrode terminals of the cell cartridges are inserted into the bus bar plate or the plate cover so that the positive electrode terminals and the negative electrode terminals are connected to the bus bars.3. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar plate and the plate cover are formed of insulators.4. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar receiving grooves are obliquely formed at the bus bar plate.5. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar receiving grooves are vertically formed at the bus bar plate.6. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the cell cartridges are stacked to have a plurality of rows claim 1 ,the battery module further comprises a jump bar to electrically interconnect the cell cartridges stacked in different rows, andthe bus bar plate is further provided with a jump bar receiving groove, in which the jump bar is received.7. The battery module according to claim 6 , wherein the jump bar received in the jump bar receiving groove is covered by the plate cover together with the bus bars.8. The battery ...

Display Kit and Method of Constructing Same

A kit useful by hobbyist and students in constructing displays and dioramas. The kit comprises a base formed from integral sidewalls and a top which presents a planar surface. A channel is formed around the periphery of the planar surface. The kit further includes a backboard which is foldable into a generally planar configuration and has a width greater than the width of the channel. The backboard is wedged into the channel and will remain in place without the use of external fasteners. The backboard is received in the channel on at least three sides of the base. The backboard is formed from a material so that it can be cut to present a desired configuration. A method of constructing a display kit comprises placing the base on a flat surface, at least partially unfolding the backboard to conform on the configuration of the base on at least three sides and then securing the backboard to the base without the use of external fasteners. 1. A method of constructing a display from a base and a backboard that is initially folded in a flat configuration , said method comprising:placing the base on a flat surface;at least partially unfolding the backboard to conform to the configuration of the base on at least three sides; andsecuring the backboard to the base without the use of external fasteners.2. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said unfolding step comprises unfolding said backboard onto a flat surface and cutting said backboard to a desired configuration with a knife.3. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said base presents a channel which is narrower than the width of said backboard and said securing step comprises wedging said backboard into said channel.4. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said base presents a planar surface having a rough texture and wherein is included the step of adhesively securing an object to be displayed to said surface.5. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said backboard presents a form for a diorama ...

ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM

Battery assemblies are disclosed which may include a plurality of battery cells removably coupled to a support. The support may include trays which are stacked. The battery cells of each tray may be electrically connected together. The battery trays may include a battery support which extends under and supports a middle portion of the battery cells of the respective battery tray. The battery support may be a thermal sink for the battery cells. The plurality of cells may be coupled to a support with a compression member including a plurality of heat transfer members. 1. A battery system , comprising:a plurality of prismatic battery cells including a first cell having a first terminal extending from the first cell and a second cell having a second terminal extending from the second cell;a support locating the plurality of prismatic cells such that the first terminal of the first cell overlaps the second terminal of the second cell; anda compression member removably coupled to the support, the compression member holding the first terminal of the first cell in contact with the second terminal of the second cell, the compression member including a plurality of heat sink features.2. The battery assembly of claim 1 , wherein the compression member includes a plurality of heat transfer fins along an upper side.3. The battery system of claim 1 , wherein the compression member includes a base portion which holds the first terminal of the first cell in contact with the second terminal of the second cell and the plurality of heat sink features include a plurality of fins extending from the base portion on a side opposite of the first cell and the second cell.4. The battery system of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of fins define a conduit therebetween that receives a flow of air to cool the first and second cells.5. The battery system of claim 4 , wherein the conduit has a longitudinal axis which is parallel to a top face of the first cell and a top face of the second cell.6. ...

METHOD OF INSTALLING A QUICK CHANGE LOAD WHEEL ASSEMBLY

A load wheel assembly for a materials handling vehicle includes first and second spaced side members, at least one rotatable roller extending between the first and second side members. An interface structure provides a substantially rigid connection between the load wheel assembly and a mounting structure on the materials handling vehicle. The mounting structure includes a transverse bar and the interface structure includes a portion that engages and mates with the transverse bar to form a rigid connection between the interface structure and the transverse bar. 1. A method of installing a load wheel assembly on an outrigger for a materials handling vehicle , the outrigger comprising an outrigger box comprising a pair of laterally spaced bearing plates defining a load wheel opening for receiving a load wheel assembly , and a transverse bar extending laterally across said load wheel opening , and said load wheel assembly comprising at least one roller supported on an axle between a pair of side support members and an interface structure extending between said pair of side support members , the method comprising:positioning said load wheel assembly in said load wheel opening with said interface structure located above said transverse bar;engaging at least one threaded fastener between said interface structure and said transverse bar; androtating said fastener to draw said transverse bar toward engagement with said interface structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said rotating said fastener effects a vertical movement of said outrigger from a support surface wherein said at least one roller supports said outrigger in spaced relation to said support surface during said vertical movement of said outrigger.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein two fasteners are located in laterally spaced relation to each other and engaged between said interface structure and said transverse bar claim 2 , and said rotating said fastener comprises alternately rotating each of said ...

METHODS FOR INSTALLING AN ANCHOR BOLT

A tool assembly for a rotary hammer is provided. The tool assembly includes an adapter and a drive socket removably mounted on the adapter. The adapter has a first end portion configured to be held by a chuck of the rotary hammer and a second end portion that includes a socket square drive fitting on which the drive socket is removably mounted. The socket drive fitting can have any suitable size. For example, the socket drive fitting can be a 1/4 inch, a 3/8 inch, a 1/2 inch, or a 3/4 inch square drive fitting. 1. A method for installing an anchor bolt , the method comprising:mounting an adapter fitting having a socket square drive fitting to a chuck of a rotary hammer;mounting a drive socket to the socket square drive fitting;engaging the anchor bolt with the drive socket;driving the anchor bolt into a mounting hole by driving the adapter fitting and the drive socket with the rotary hammer operating in an axial hammering mode; androtating the adapter fitting and the drive socket with the rotary hammer operating in a rotation mode so as to secure the anchor bolt within the mounting hole.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising constraining the adapter during the driving of the anchor bolt into the mounting hole by a person holding the adapter. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/894,005, entitled “TOOL ASSEMBLY AND RELATED METHODS,” filed Sep. 29, 2010 (Attorney Docket No. 028436-000100US), the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated herein by reference.The present disclosure provides a tool assembly for use with a rotary hammer and related methods, and methods for removing frozen bolts and/or nuts. The disclosed tool assembly and related methods may be particularly useful for installing an anchor bolt into a hole in a concrete member (e.g., a wall, a floor, a ceiling). And methods disclosed herein may be particularly useful in removing a bolt and/or nut that is frozen in place due to, for example, corrosion. ...

DEVICE PROVIDING ASSISTANCE IN THE WORKING OF MECHANICAL PARTS, INCLUDING A GUIDE TRACK COMPRISING MULTIPLE COMPONENTS

A device providing assistance in working of mechanical components, such as pipes, including a flange including parts assembled together such that they can pivot to occupy a closed position in which they are joined to one another. A clamping device can be actuated when the flange is closed. The flange also includes supporting elements used to connect rails to the parts with limited relative movement therebetween. Adjacent end faces of the rails include corresponding surfaces that are shaped to co-operate and establish a connection as the flange moves into the closed position. Each connection: guides the end faces in relation to one another and into a working position in which the rails form a guide track for the tools, and assists in maintaining the position when the clamping device is actuated. 113-. (canceled)14. A device for assisting with working of mechanical parts , comprising:a flange including at least two parts joined together with an ability to move relative to one another in a common plane, up to a closed position of the flange in which the parts are joined together;a locking device that can be actuated in the closed position of the flange to bring the parts into mutual abutment;at least two rails;a set of resilient supports by which each rail is connected to at least one respective part of the flange with limited scope for relative movement;wherein adjacent end faces of the two rails includes mating surfaces forming a connection by positive locking, the connection being active in a vicinity of the closed position; andeach connection is configured to guide the adjacent end faces relative to one another in a movement relative to the parts, to a working position in which the rails form a guide path for one or more tools, to help keep these rails in mutual abutment, in the working position, when the locking device is actuated.15. A device according to claim 14 , wherein the mating surfaces comprise two complementary surfaces coming into mutual abutment in the ...

METHODS OF MANUFACTURING ILLUMINATION SYSTEMS

Methods of manufacturing light panels having at least one re-entrant turning feature. In one embodiment, a method of manufacturing a light panel includes providing a base layer, providing a cover layer, and coupling the cover layer to the base layer to form at least one re-entrant turning feature between the base layer and the cover layer. In another embodiment, a method of manufacturing a light panel includes providing a base layer, forming at least one receiving space in the base layer, providing at least one prismatic block, and coupling at least a portion of the prismatic block into the receiving space such that re-entrant turning features are formed between the prismatic block and the base layer. 1. A method of manufacturing a light panel , the method comprising:providing a base layer having an upper surface, a lower surface opposite the upper surface;forming at least one receiving space in the upper surface, the at least one receiving space extending from the upper surface toward the lower surface, wherein the at least one receiving space has a first sidewall and a second sidewall, wherein the first sidewall forms a first angle with the lower surface, and wherein the second sidewall forms a second angle with the lower surface;providing at least one prismatic block, wherein the at least one prismatic block has a third sidewall, a fourth sidewall, and a first planar surface disposed therebetween, wherein the third sidewall forms a third angle with the first planar surface, and wherein the fourth sidewall forms a fourth angle with the first planar surface; andcoupling at least a portion of the at least one prismatic block into the at least one receiving space such that at least a portion of the third sidewall is disposed adjacent to at least a portion of the first sidewall and such that at least a portion of the second sidewall is disposed adjacent to at least a portion of the fourth sidewall such that the first and third sidewalls form a first re-entrant turning ...

STEP-TO-STEP WEDGE THREAD CONNECTIONS AND RELATED METHODS

A threaded connection includes a pin member comprising a first pin step and a second pin step, and pin wedge threads disposed on each of the first and second pin steps and a box member comprising a first box step and a second box step, and box wedge threads disposed on each of the first and second box steps, wherein an axial separation of the first and second pin steps differs from an axial separation of the first and second box steps. 125-. (canceled)26. A method of making up a threaded connection , the method comprising:rotationally engaging a pin member having pin wedge threads with a box member having corresponding box wedge threads, wherein the pin and box wedge threads are formed on corresponding first and second pin and box steps of the pin and box members; andengaging opposing pin and box stab and load flanks at different times during makeup of the threaded connection.27. The method of claim 26 , further comprising:engaging corresponding load flanks before stab flanks on the corresponding first pin and box steps;engaging corresponding stab flanks before load flanks on the corresponding second pin and box steps.28. The method of claim 26 , further comprising:engaging corresponding stab flanks before load flanks on the corresponding first pin and box steps;engaging corresponding load flanks before stab flanks on the corresponding second pin and box steps.29. The method of claim 26 , further comprising engaging corresponding metal sealing surfaces disposed between first and second pin and box steps. The present application is a divisional application and claims benefit under 35 U.S.C. §120 to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/310,241, filed Dec. 2, 2011, which is a continuation application, and thus claims benefit pursuant to 35 U.S.C. §120, of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/890,290 filed Sep. 24, 2010. The contents of those applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.1. Field of the DisclosureEmbodiments disclosed herein relate ...

EXPANDABLE FASTENER ASSEMBLY WITH DEFORMED COLLAR

At least one embodiment generally relates to an installation assembly for an opening in a workpiece that includes a swaged collar, an inner member, and an outer member. The swaged collar has a first end, a second end, and a main body extending between the first end and the second end. The main body includes an inner surface defining a passageway through the collar. The inner member has a mandrel section for expanding the outer member. The inner member is used to expand the outer member and to keep the outer member in an expanded state. 1. A fastener assembly installable in an opening of a workpiece , comprising:a collar;an outer member configured to be positioned in the opening, the outer member including a longitudinally-extending passageway, a coupling section, a head, and an expandable section between the coupling section and the head, the coupling section adapted to protrude from the workpiece and to be coupled to the collar; andan inner member including a narrow section, a propping stem, and a mandrel section between the narrow section and the propping stem, the propping stem dimensioned and configured to prop the expandable section of the outer member after the mandrel section radially expands the expandable section in the opening of the workpiece to produce an interference fit between the outer member and the workpiece.2. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein the expandable section has an inner surface defining at least a portion of the longitudinally-extending passageway and an inner circumference claim 1 , the inner circumference is less than an outer circumference of the propping stem.3. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein the inner member further includes a detachable shank and a decoupling feature between the detachable shank and the narrow section claim 1 , the detachable shank separable from the narrow section at least proximate the decoupling feature when an axial load is applied to the detachable shank.4. The fastener assembly of claim 1 ...

TOLERANCE RING AND ASSEMBLY WITH DEFORMABLE PROJECTIONS

A method of assembling a tolerance ring between opposing surfaces of an inner and outer component arranged to mate with one another to provide an interference fit therebetween includes mounting the tolerance ring on one of the inner and outer components whereby the projections are received in a recessed portion on that component, partially mating the inner and outer components, and completing mating by causing relative movement between the tolerance ring and the recessed portion to move the projections from the recessed portion and to be compressed between the mated inner and outer components. The tolerance ring includes an annular band of resilient material for engaging an opposing surface of one of the inner and outer components. The annular band has a plurality of deformable projections extending radially therefrom to engage the opposing surface of the other one of the inner and outer components. 1. A method of assembling a tolerance ring between opposing surfaces of an inner component and an outer component to provide an interference fit therebetween , the inner and outer components being arranged to mate with one another , and the tolerance ring comprising an annular band of resilient material for engaging an opposing surface of one of the inner and outer components , the annular band having a plurality of deformable projections extending radially therefrom to engage the opposing surface of the other one of the inner and outer components , wherein the method comprises:mounting the tolerance ring on one of the inner and outer components whereby the projections are received in a recessed portion on that component;partially mating the inner and outer components; andcompleting mating by causing relative movement between the tolerance ring and the recessed portion to cause the projections to leave the recessed portion and to be compressed between the mated inner and outer components.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein partially mating the inner and outer components ...

COMPONENT MOUNTING METHOD AND COMPONENT MOUNTING APPARATUS

In a component mounting method and apparatus capable of mounting components on a board having a non-planar component mounting surface, a board holding table in a board holding device is turned based on board holding device information and board information to direct a normal line to a mounting portion on the non-planar component mounting surface in the vertical direction. Thus, after being picked up and moved by a component loading device onto the normal line to the mounting portion, a component can be mounted through a movement of the component loading device in the vertical direction only. Further, compensation amounts for the position of the mounting portion are calculated based on a turn amount, the board holding device information and the board information, and a compensated mounting position is calculated from the compensation amounts and the board information accurately in the horizontal and vertical directions. 18.-. (canceled)9. A component mounting method in a component mounting apparatus comprising:a board holding device having a holding member that, in order to mount a component on a board having a non-planar component mounting surface, holds the board at a holding position on a board holding surface and turns the board;a board transfer device that loads and unloads the board with respect to the board holding surface of the holding member;a component supply device that supplies the component to be mounted on the board; anda component loading device that picks up the component from the component supply device and moves the component in two orthogonal directions within a horizontal plane and in a vertical direction to mount the component at a mounting portion on the board held at the holding position on the board holding surface;the component mounting method comprising:a board information inputting step of inputting board information relating to the position of a positioned portion for positioning the board on the board holding surface and the position of ...

COMPONENTS OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHODS FOR THEIR ASSEMBLY

Various components of an electronic device housing and methods for their assembly are disclosed. The housing can be formed by assembling and connecting two or more different sections together. The sections of the housing may be coupled together using one or more coupling members. The coupling members may be formed using a two-shot molding process in which the first shot forms a structural portion of the coupling members, and the second shot forms cosmetic portions of the coupling members. 1. A method for forming the housing of an electronic device , the method comprising:extruding at least one part of an electronic device housing;forming sections of the electronic device housing by machining each extruded part to the desired dimensions;orienting the sections such that the longitudinal extrusion axis of at least one of the sections is perpendicular to the longitudinal extrusion axis of at least one other section; andcoupling together the sections using one or more coupling members to create the housing of the electronic device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein extruding the at least one part comprises extruding a top part claim 1 , a center part claim 1 , and a bottom part.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part together as one extruded part claim 2 , and wherein forming sections of the electronic device housing comprises cutting the one extruded part into the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part parts.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part separately.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part and the bottom part together as a first extruded part and extruding the center part separately claim 2 , and wherein forming sections of ...

Bearing device for wheel, and axle module

A bearing device for a wheel suppresses backlash in a circumferential direction, has excellent coupling workability with a hub wheel and an outer joint member of a constant velocity universal joint, and has excellent strength owing to stable fitting between the hub wheel and the outer joint member. Projecting portions extending in an axial direction are provided on one of an outer surface of a shaft section of the outer joint member and an inner surface of a hole portion of the hub wheel. The projecting portions are press-fitted into the other along the axial direction, and recessed portions are formed in the other through press-fitting of the projecting portions. Thus, a recess-projection fitting structure is formed, in which the projecting portions and the recessed portions are held in close contact with each other through an entire region of fitting contact regions therebetween.

MATING CONNECTION FOR CONNECTING TWO COMPONENTS IN A NON-ROTATABLE WAY AND METHOD

A method for producing a plug connector and to a plug connector for rotationally connecting a first component to a second component, for example, in a clutch assembly, where the first component includes at least one connecting element, where the connecting element protrudes through an opening of the second component, where the connecting element has an end piece above the second component, where a cross-section of the end piece is wider than a cross-section of the opening, where the widening of the end piece is produced by means of a rolling method. 1. A mating connection for connecting a first component and a second component in a non-rotatable way in a clutch assembly , comprising:a first component including at least one connecting element; and,a second component, wherein the connecting element of the first component extends through an opening of the second component, the connecting element having an end piece above the second component, the end piece having a cross section that is wider than a cross-section of the opening, wherein the widening of the end piece is created in a rolling process.2. The mating connection as recited in claim 1 , wherein the opening is open in a lateral direction.3. The mating connection as recited in claim 1 , wherein the second component is a ring gear.4. The mating connection as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first component includes a ring gear having teeth that protrude from a plane of the first component and represent connecting elements.5. The mating connection as recited in claim 4 , wherein tooth segments are arranged between the teeth on the ring gear claim 4 , the tooth segments protruding beyond the plane of the first component in an upward direction.6. The mating connection as recited in claim 3 , wherein the ring gear has an angled cross-section with a first surface portion of the ring gear extending essentially in parallel with the upper side of the first component claim 3 , the openings being formed in the first ...

BATTERY CELL, BATTERY CELL MODULE, METHOD FOR PRODUCING A BATTERY CELL MODULE, BATTERY AND MOTOR VEHICLE

A battery cell has at least one terminal configured to electrically connect the battery cell. The at least one terminal has at least two connection devices. Each of the at least two connection devices is configured to electrically connect the at least one terminal to one cell connector. 1. A battery cell , comprising:at least one terminal configured to electrically connect the battery cell, the at least one terminal including at least two connection devices each configured to electrically connect the at least one terminal to one cell connector.2. The battery cell according to claim 1 , wherein at least one connection device of the at least two connection devices includes two edges substantially parallel to one another and configured to accommodate a respective claim 1 , substantially cuboidal claim 1 , cell connector therebetween.3. The battery cell according to claim 1 , wherein at least one connection device of the at least two connection devices includes a pin configured to be plugged into a hole arranged in a respective cell connector.4. The battery cell according to claim 1 , wherein:the at least two connection devices includes a first connection device and a second connection device,the first connection device includes two edges substantially parallel to one another and configured to accommodate a respective, substantially cuboidal, cell connector therebetween, andthe second connection device is arranged between the edges and includes a pin configured to be plugged into a hole arranged in a respective cell connector.5. A battery cell module claim 1 , comprising:a first battery cell including at least one terminal configured to electrically connect the first battery cell, the at least one terminal including at least two connection devices each configured to electrically connect the at least one terminal to one cell connector;a further battery cell; andat least one cell connector,wherein the first battery cell and the further battery cell are electrically ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING METAL CLAD FACADE

An apparatus and method for a metal clad facade includes a thin metal cladding having at least one edge. The facade or the object with which it is associated has at least one edge around which the metal cladding edge can be wrapped. The wrapped edge could optionally be crimped. Optionally, exposed edges of the cladding could be covered by raised bosses or ribs on the facade. Optionally, a projection or extension of the cladding, oblique to other parts of the cladding, could extend into an opening in or near a surface of the facade or its underlying object. Wrapping of at least one edge with the metal cladding provides the appearance of a more substantial metal part than if the edge were not wrapped and provides for a more securement and durable attachment between the cladding and the underlying object. 1. A method of metal cladding the facade of an object comprising:a. providing an underlying object having outer and inner surfaces separated by a thickness;b. covering a portion of the outer surface with metal cladding; andc. bending or forming a portion of the cladding to wrap or extend across the thickness and then back around the inner surface of the object.2. The method of further comprising crimping the wrapped portion of cladding around the thickness of the object to further resist movement of the cladding relative the object.3. The method of further comprising wrapping a second portion of the cladding around another part of the object claim 1 , the second wrapped portion positioned to resist movement of the cladding relative to the object in a different direction than the first wrapped portion to further enhance fastening of the cladding to the object.4. The method of further comprising crimping the second portion of the cladding around a portion of the object.5. The method of further comprising extending a portion of the cladding obliquely from another portion of the cladding such that the oblique portion abuts the object in a manner which restrains or resists ...

FASTENING DEVICE

The invention relates to a fastening device () comprising: 2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the ring is made of a material comprising an acrylic polymer.3. A device according to claim 2 , wherein said material also comprises mica.4117117117. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the ring is disposed around a radius ( claim 1 , A and B) under the sleeve head.5107107107122. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the bolt is a screw ( and A) or a rivet (B) comprising a pull stem ().6100100100115115115111111111116116116. A method for manufacturing a device ( claim 1 , A and B) according to claim 1 , comprising a step in which a bead of polymer material claim 1 , in liquid or viscous state claim 1 , is applied to the outer surface ( claim 1 , A and B) of the sleeve ( claim 1 , A and B) claim 1 , and then polymerized to solidify said material into a ring shape ( claim 1 , A and B).7100100100115115115111111111116116116. A method for manufacturing a device ( claim 2 , A and B) according to claim 2 , comprising a step in which a bead of polymer material claim 2 , in liquid or viscous state claim 2 , is applied to the outer surface ( claim 2 , A and B) of the sleeve ( claim 2 , A and B) claim 2 , and then polymerized to solidify said material into a ring shape ( claim 2 , A and B).8100100100103103103106106106113113113111111111. A method for assembling a fastening device ( claim 1 , A and B) according to onto a structural component claim 1 , said component comprising a drilled hole ( claim 1 , A and B) claim 1 , said hole having a wall ( claim 1 , A claim 1 , B) able to house the body ( claim 1 , A claim 1 , B) of the sleeve ( claim 1 , A and B) with clearance claim 1 , said method comprising the following steps:{'b': 118', '118', '118', '105', '119', '119', '112', '112', '112, 'application of a layer (, A and B) of a viscous or liquid composition on a part (, and C) of the structural component intended to come into contact with the head (, A and B) of the sleeve ...

Scaffolding Clip and Applicator

A scaffolding clip and a scaffolding clip applicator tool are provided for fastening a web, such as a retaining mesh, to a scaffolding pole. During use a preferred method includes holding the fastening clip with the applicator, locating the web between the pole and the fastening clip, piercing the web with opposed ends of the clip and disengaging the applicator from the clip. In order to subsequently remove the clip from the pole a loop of the clip is engaged by a catch of the applicator and levered from the pole with a heel of the applicator that extends from opposite the catch and acts as a fulcrum. 1. A method for fastening a web to a scaffolding pole including the steps of:locating a fastening clip on a side of the web opposite the pole, the fastening clip having arms to hold the pole therebetween;pushing the arms through the web and about opposite sides of the pole; andholding the web to the scaffolding pole with the clip.2. The method of claim 1 , including holding the fastening clip with an applicator.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of holding the fastening clip with the applicator includes receiving an engagement formation of the fastening clip into a socket formed on an end of the applicator.4. The method of claim 3 , including disengaging the applicator from the clip subsequent to piercing the web by application of sufficient force to the applicator to remove the socket from said portion of the clip without overcoming the holding of the web to the scaffolding with the arms.5. The method of claim 1 , including releasing the arms from the pole to thereby release the web from the scaffolding pole.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the step of releasing the arms from the pole comprises levering the clip from the pole.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of levering the clip from the pole includes a step of inserting a hook of the applicator between the clip and the pole.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the step of levering the clip from ...

CLIP ATTACHMENT SYSTEM CONNECTING AIRCRAFT STRUCTURES TO EACH OTHER

In one advantageous embodiment of the present disclosure, an apparatus and method for supporting a load is provided. The apparatus comprises a structure having an inner surface with a shape configured to substantially conform to an outer surface of a stringer. A number of pins extends from the inner surface of the structure such that the number of pins are configured to engage holes in the outer surface of the stringer when the structure is placed over the outer surface of the stringer. The pins support the structure with respect to the stringer when a load is applied to the structure. A number of members extends from the outer surface of the structure such that the number of members is configured to connect to a part. 113-. (canceled)14. A method for supporting a part , the method comprising:maintaining engagement of a clip with a stringer, wherein the clip comprises a structure having an inner surface with a shape configured to substantially conform to an outer surface of the stringer; pins extending from the inner surface of the structure, wherein the pins are configured to engage holes in the outer surface of the stringer when the structure is placed over the outer surface of the stringer and support the structure with respect to the stringer when a load is applied to the structure, and a number of members; andsupporting the part with the number of members, wherein the number of members is configured to be connected to the part.15. The method of wherein the number of members comprises a first arm and a second arm claim 14 , and further comprising:securing the first arm of the structure relative to the second arm of the structure.16. The method of claim 15 , wherein the step of securing the first arm of the structure relative to the second arm of the structure further comprises securing a flange to the first arm and to the second arm.17. The method of claim 16 , wherein a first pin of the first arm engages a hole of a first surface of the stringer and a first pin ...

SUN TRACKING SYSTEM

A sun tracking solar power generation system can include drive members for driving a plurality of parallel sun tracking assemblies. The drive components of the drive system can be arranged in a recess or trench created in the ground. This arrangement can reduce the material and labor costs for constructing a solar power system. 1. A solar array comprising:a pile configured to support a shaft, the pile having a lower end fixed to a ground;at least a first shaft supported by the pile such that the shaft can pivot relative to the pile, about a pivot axis, the shaft supporting at least one solar module;at least a first arm having a first and second ends, the first end being connected to the first shaft, the first arm extending from the first end along a substantially radial direction relative to the pivot axis such that the second end of the first arm moves through an arcuate path as the first shaft pivots about the pivot axis;a trench formed in the upper surface of the ground wherein the upper surface of the ground surrounding the trench is generally planar, the trench being sized such as the second end moves from at least a first position above the generally planar upper surface of the ground to a second position within the trench and below the upper surface of the ground.2. The solar array according to claim 1 , wherein the pivot axis is orientated such that the solar module tracks movement of a sun as the shaft pivots about the pivot axis.3. The solar array according to additionally comprising a second shaft extending parallel to the first shaft and a second arm connected to the second shaft claim 1 , the first and second arms being connected together with a drive strut.4. The solar array according to additionally comprising a drive motor and drive strut connected to the drive motor and to the first arm claim 1 , the drive motor being configured to drive the drive strut through a reciprocating motion.5. The solar array according to additionally comprising a second ...

TORQUE TUBE ASSEMBLIES FOR USE WITH AIRCRAFT HIGH LIFT DEVICES

Example torque tube assemblies for use with aircraft high lift devices are described herein. An example apparatus includes a spline coupling having a first yoke, a sliding splined shaft having a second yoke and a torque tube having a first end and a second end opposite the first end. A first fitting with a third yoke is coupled to the first end of the torque tube, and a second fitting with a fourth yoke is coupled to the second end of the torque tube. The third yoke is coupled to the first yoke to form a first U-joint, and the fourth yoke is coupled to the second yoke to form a second U-joint. The spline coupling is to be coupled to a first high lift device drive shaft and the sliding splined shaft is to be coupled to a second high lift device drive shaft. 1. A method comprising:coupling a first fitting having a first yoke to a first end of a torque tube;coupling a second fitting having a second yoke to a second end of the torque tube;coupling the first yoke to a third yoke of a spline coupling to form a first U-joint;coupling the second yoke to a fourth yoke of a sliding splined shaft to form a second U-joint;coupling the spline coupling to a driving member associated with a first high lift device on an aircraft wing; andcoupling the sliding splined shaft to a driven member associated with a second high lift device on the aircraft.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein coupling the first fitting to the first end of the torque tube includes electromagnetically forming the first end of the torque tube onto an end of the first fitting.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein coupling the second fitting to the second end of the torque tube includes electromagnetically forming the second end of the torque tube onto an end of the second fitting.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the driving member includes a spline gear.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein coupling the spline coupling to the driving member includes inserting the spline gear into the spline coupling and fixedly ...

Strut comprising composite cylinder with a mid-strut fitting

A strut comprises a composite cylinder with a mid-strut fitting mounted on an interface region on a mid-portion of said cylinder. At least in the interface region, layers of helical-filaments are displaced radially-outward and even inclined with respect to an axis of the cylinder such that they may follow a path with a radial component. A mid-strut fitting is provided which has a plurality of teeth on an inner circumferential surface. The plurality of teeth engage the helical-filaments in the interface region to provide a mechanical connection. Portions of surface and intermediate layers of the helical-filaments may be removed to expose ends of those filaments in the interface region before mounting the mid-strut fitting on the cylinder.

SLEEVE WITH INTERIOR SPLINE BROACHING SYSTEM

A metallic sleeve () may be pressed with relatively low axial forces onto a softer metallic shaft () to produce a permanent interference fit between the sleeve and the shaft even if subject to high torque loads. For this purpose, the sleeve incorporates a plurality of successively reduced diameter, axially spaced, arrays () of splines () within its interior, with a series of spaced circumferentially extending grooves () situated between the arrays. The arrays of splines define angled frontal cutting edges () adapted to cut into the metal shaft for rigid securement of sleeve to shaft. The spaced grooves are adapted to collect chip debris () during installation of the sleeve to the shaft, each groove providing a volumetric space to provide for the uniform distribution of chip debris within the interface of sleeve and shaft. The sleeve to shaft securement structure can minimize part distortion, particularly when critical external geometry of the sleeve is to be maintained. 110201210. A metal sleeve securement system () adapted to frictionally affix a metal sleeve () to a softer metal shaft () , the securement system () comprising:{'b': 20', '52', '54', '56', '50, 'a sleeve () having an axis, and having arrays (, , ) of axially extending interior splines (), each spline oriented radially inwardly toward the axis;'}{'b': 12', '20, 'a shaft () formed of a metal softer than the metal of the sleeve (), the shaft having an axis adapted to be coaxial with the axis of the sleeve;'}{'b': 30', '32', '34', '60', '62', '64', '10, 'the sleeve including a plurality of axially spaced interior circumferential grooves (, , ) defining circumferentially extending volumetric spaces between the arrays of interior splines, each of the arrays defining a plurality of frontal cutting edges (, , ), wherein the sleeve is configured to provide an interior spline broaching mechanism () for achieving low axial forces to affix the sleeve to the shaft.'}21060626420. The metal sleeve securement system ...

SHAFT ASSEMBLY

A shaft assembly comprises: a hollow shaft with an axis of rotation, and a hub body connected to the hub body in a force-locking manner, wherein the hollow shaft comprises, viewed in cross-section, a circumferentially closed wall with a plurality of circumferentially distributed support portions in abutting contact with the hub body and with spring portions spaced from an inner circumferential face of the hub body, wherein inner surface regions of the spring portions lie on a smaller radius around the axis of rotation than inner face regions of the support portions, wherein the wall comprises a varying thickness over the circumference, wherein the thickness in the support portions is smaller than in the spring portions. 115.-. (canceled)16. A shaft assembly , comprising:a hollow shaft with an axis of rotation; anda hub body which is connected to the hollow shaft in a force locking manner;wherein the hollow shaft, viewed in cross-section, includes a circumferentially closed wall with a plurality of circumferentially distributed support portions that are in abutting contact with the hub body, and with spring portions spaced from an inner circumferential face of the hub body;wherein inner surface regions of the spring portions lie on a smaller radius around the axis of rotation than inner surface regions of the support portions; andwherein the wall has a varying thickness along the circumference, with a thickness in the support portions being less than in the spring portions.17. The shaft assembly according to claim 16 ,wherein a smallest inner radius of the support portions is larger than a smallest inner radius of the spring portions.18. The shaft assembly according to claim 16 ,wherein the support portions, viewed in cross section, respectively extend over an angular range of at least 5° and at most 115°.19. The shaft assembly according to claim 16 ,wherein the spring portions, viewed in cross section, respectively extend over an angular range of at least 5° and at ...

Method of fixing a damper flange to a damper hub

A method of forming a damper assembly for a motor vehicle drive train is provided. The method includes providing a damper flange including a pocket at an inner circumferential surface thereof and cutting an outer circumferential surface of a damper hub using the inner circumferential surface of the damper flange. The cutting results in a displaced damper hub material of the outer circumferential surface of the damper hub being displaced into the pocket. A damper assembly also provided that includes a damper flange including a pocket at an inner circumferential surface thereof and a damper hub including an outer circumferential surface fixed to the inner circumferential surface of damper flange. The outer circumferential surface of the damper hub includes a displaced damper hub material extending radially into the pocket.

SPEAKER ENCLOSURE

A loud speaker enclosure and a method of forming the loudspeaker enclosure comprising the following steps: combining a first layer of a sheet material, a middle layer of a cored configuration and a second layer of the sheet material by using adhesive to form a panel; laminating a sheet of resilient material on the panel; forming a plurality of grooves extending partially through the depth of the panel, each of the grooves extending transverse to the panel such that the panel can be folded at the groove to form an enclosed main body; bending the panel at the location of the grooves to form the enclosed main body; capping the enclosed main body with a top wall and a bottom wall with separate panels wherein the main body, the top wall and the bottom wall defines the interior volume of the enclosure. 1. A loud speaker enclosure comprising:a casing having a main body and a cap at each end of the main body to define the interior volume of the enclosure, the main body having a plurality of side walls, the side walls including a first layer, a middle layer and a second layer to form a panel,wherein a resilient material is laminated on the first layer or second layer; and wherein the plurality of side walls are formed from a single panel for folding to form the main body of the enclosure.2. The loudspeaker enclosure according to claim 1 , wherein a resilient material is laminated on the first layer which faces the interior volume of the enclosure.3. The loudspeaker enclosure according to claim 1 , wherein the panel comprises a plurality of slit joints wherein each slit joint extends transversely across the panel for forming a fold.4. The loudspeaker enclosure according to claim 1 , wherein the slit joint is a groove extending at least partially through the depth of the panel.5. The loudspeaker enclosure according to claim 2 , wherein the groove has a V-shaped profile.6. The loudspeaker enclosure according to claim 4 , wherein the groove has a L-shaped profile.7. The ...

FENCE SYSTEM

A fence panel and method of assembly. The fence panel includes end brackets that are affixed to panel facing sides of fence uprights. A top rail and a base rail span between the uprights. Panel and spacer members are secured between the top and base rails. The fence panel construction method allows a single person to easily construct lengths of fence by first installing uprights in the ground, then affixing the base rail to the uprights. A magnetic strip spans between the uprights. Spacers and panels are supported by the base rail and by the magnetic strip. After placement of the spacers and panels, a top rail is positioned between the uprights and adjacent to upper ends of the spacers and panels, thereby securing the spacers and panels between the top rail and the base rail to form a fence panel. 1. A fence panel comprising:a first upright having a panel facing side and an outwardly facing side;a second upright having a panel facing side and an outwardly facing side;a top rail spanning between said first upright and said second upright, said top rail having a web, a first leg, and a second leg;a base rail below said top rail and spanning between said first upright and said second upright, said base rail having a web, a first leg and a second leg;at least one panel member in communication with said top rail and in communication with said base rail;wherein at least one of said first leg and said second leg of at least one of said top rail and said base rail and an outwardly facing side of said first upright and said second upright define a track.2. The fence panel according to wherein:said track is on an inside of at least one of said first leg and said second leg of said top rail for receiving a spacer foot.3. The fence panel according to wherein:said track is on an inside of at least one of said first leg and said second leg of said base rail for receiving a spacer foot.4. The fence panel according to wherein:said track is on an outside of at least one of said ...

COMPONENT REMOVAL SYSTEMS FOR PORTABLE COMPUTERS

The described embodiments relate generally to components used in a portable computing device and more particularly to mounting a component with a component extractor that allows a component to be removably affixed to a portable computing device. The component extractor can include a compressible securing portion configured to secure the component to the portable computing device and an extracting portion arranged to apply an extracting force to the compressible securing portion to detach the component from the portable computing device. The compressible material can be made of a highly extensible material. In one embodiment, a low friction material can be provided along an edge of the component such that the component extractor slides along the edge during an extraction procedure. 1. A component extractor for extracting a component from a housing , comprising:a compressible securing portion configured to secure the component to an interior surface of the housing at a securing thickness; andan extracting portion coupled at a non-zero angle to the compressible securing portion at a junction, the extracting portion arranged to receive and transfer an extracting force to the compressible securing portion by way of the junction reducing the thickness of the compressible securing portion at a detaching region to a reduced thickness, the detaching region located a distance away from the junction causing detachment of the component.2. The component extractor of claim 1 , wherein the detaching region moves away from the junction as the extracting force continues to be applied to the extracting portion claim 1 , and wherein the component is detached when substantially the entire compressible securing portion has the reduced thickness.3. The component extractor of claim 1 , wherein the component extractor is configured to support at least part of the weight of the component such that the component can be at least partially lifted from the interior surface of the housing during ...

CHASSIS DRAWER FOR MODULAR INFORMATION HANDLING RESOURCES

A drawer for receiving components may include a caddy tray and at least one caddy. The caddy tray may include a substantially planar caddy tray bottom defining a caddy tray depth and a caddy tray width. The at least one caddy may be mechanically coupled to the caddy tray via a hinge mechanically coupled to the caddy tray bottom such that the caddy pivots relative to the caddy tray about the hinge, the hinge having an axis generally parallel to the caddy tray depth, the at least one caddy having a plurality of bays, each bay having one or more structural components for receiving a modular information handling resource and configured such that the bay is accessed for insertion or removal of the modular information handling resource when the at least one caddy is pivoted from a closed position to an open position. 1. A drawer for receiving components , comprising:a caddy tray comprising a substantially planar caddy tray bottom defining a caddy tray depth and a caddy tray width; andat least one caddy mechanically coupled to the caddy tray via a hinge mechanically coupled to the caddy tray bottom such that the caddy pivots relative to the caddy tray about the hinge, the hinge having an axis generally parallel to the caddy tray depth, the at least one caddy having a plurality of bays, each bay having one or more structural components for receiving a modular information handling resource and configured such that the bay is accessed for insertion or removal of the modular information handling resource when the at least one caddy is pivoted from a closed position to an open position.2. The drawer of claim 1 , further comprising:a drawer cover fixedly coupled to the caddy tray; anda drawer sleeve slidably coupled to the drawer cover, such that the drawer cover slides relative to the drawer sleeve and such that when the drawer is translated to an open position and when the at least one caddy is pivoted from a closed position to an open position, each of the plurality of bays ...

METHOD OF PROTECTION IN TOWER

A method for using a guard for structural members is disclosed. This can reduce worker injury with a thin sheet metal or plastic, broadly U-shaped guard plate attached to a structural support through attachment to a pair of clamps, each with a primary and a secondary threaded clamp mechanism. The attachment between the guard plate and pair of clamps may be via a slotted intermediate structure. The primary mechanism has a swivel pad end while the secondary clamps have a pointed, cone-shaped end. The guard can be used in wind turbine towers to protect workers on a fixed ladder from hitting interior flanges as they climb up and as they climb down. 1. A method of protection from injury comprising:attaching at least two clamp assemblies to a structural member of a fixed structure; where the clamp assemblies each have a primary clamping mechanism and a distinct secondary clamping mechanism where the primary clamping mechanism and the secondary clamping mechanism each, respectively, comprise a pair of opposed, axially aligned, threaded screws with the paired, respective clamping surfaces facing one another;tightening the primary clamping mechanism and secondary clamping mechanism of the at least two clamp assemblies, thereby securing them to the structural member;coupling, operationally, at least two clamp assemblies to a first flat region of a guard plate, the coupling adapted to fix the first flat region parallel to the axially aligned screws and to a straight line drawn through the at least two clamps, and where a second flat region of the guard plate depends from one edge of the first flat region at an obtuse angle as measured on the side of the guard plate opposite the side facing the clamps.2. The method of where the guard plate further comprises a third flat region depending from an opposing side of the first flat region at an obtuse angle.3. The method of where the structural member comprises conjoined interior flanges of a hollow tower.4. A method of protection ...

OFFSET MOUNTING ADAPTER FOR CONCRETE SURFACE PROCESSING TOOL

A mounting adapter for mounting a surface processing tool having a rotational or longitudinal axis to at least one spider arm of a rotatable spider assembly of a surface processing apparatus, the spider arm having a leading side and a trailing side as a function of the direction of rotation of the spider assembly. The mounting adapter has a first element for removably attaching the adapter to the spider arm and a second element positioned circumferentially offset behind the first element for positioning the rotational or longitudinal axis of a surface processing tool circumferentially offset behind the trailing side of the spider arm. In one embodiment, the first element is an elongate handle and the second element is a planar plate which extends generally perpendicularly from the handle between one end of the handle and a point intermediate the ends of the handle. 1. A mounting adapter for mounting a surface processing tool having a rotational or longitudinal axis to at least one spider arm of a motor driven rotatable spider assembly of a surface processing apparatus , said spider arm having a top surface and a bottom surface , and a leading side and a trailing side as a function of the direction of rotation of said spider assembly , said mounting adapter comprising:a first element for removably attaching said adapter to said spider arm and,a second element unitary with or connected to said first element and positioned circumferentially offset behind said first element, said second element comprising means for positioning the rotational axis of rotating surface processing tools or the longitudinal axis of non-rotatable surface processing tools circumferentially offset behind said trailing side of said spider arm.2. A mounting adapter claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said first element attaches to the top surface of said spider arm.3 claim 1 , A mounting adapter claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said first element attaches to the bottom surface of ...

Method of Terminating a Stranded Synthetic Filament Cable

A method for straightening, constraining, cutting and terminating a multi-stranded, non-parallel cable. The method includes: (1) dividing the cable into smaller components which are in the size range suitable for the prior art termination technology; (2) creating a termination on the end of each of the smaller components; (3) providing a collector which reassembles the individual terminations back into a single unit; and (4) maintaining alignment between the terminations and the smaller components while the terminations and the collector are in a connected state. 1. A method for terminating a cable having a central axis , said cable including a plurality of strands made of synthetic filaments , with at least a portion of said strands being non-parallel with respect to said central axis , comprising:a. straightening a portion of said cable to form a straight portion;b.c. cutting each of said plurality of strands of said cable within said straight portion so that each of said plurality of strands has a cut end;d. splaying said strands apart in order to gain access to a cut end on each of said strands;e. providing a plurality of anchors;f. attaching said anchors of said plurality of anchors to at least a portion of said strands;g. providing a collector;h. attaching each of said anchors to said collector, with each of said anchors and said collector being in alignment while each of said anchors and said collector are in an attached state; andi. providing an attachment feature on said collector, wherein said attachment feature facilitates connection of said collector to an external component.2. A method for terminating a cable as recited in claim 1 , wherein:a. at least a portion of said strands are helically wrapped around said central axis; andb. said attachment between each of said anchors and said collector maintains said alignment by including an angular offset which is equal to said helix angle.3. A method for terminating a cable as recited in claim 1 , wherein ...

Device with dynamic optical states using fluids with different optical properties

In one aspect, a device with dynamic optical properties comprises a fluid transfer component comprising a polymer film with one or more layers; an active region of the fluid transfer component comprising a plurality of fluid channels defined by one or more interior surfaces within the polymeric film. In one embodiment, each fluid channel comprises at least 1 row of fluid channels in a thickness direction of the polymeric film. Each fluid channel comprises a first fluid with a first optical property and the active region has a first optical state, and when the a flow source generates fluid flow for a second fluid with a second optical property different from the first optical property to flow through the fluid channels in the active region, the optical state of the active region changes from a first optical state to a second optical state different from the first optical state. 1. A system for changing the optical state of a component , the system comprising:a fluid transfer component comprising one or more polymeric materials in one or more layers defining a film with a thickness less than 1 millimeter;an active region of the fluid transfer component comprising a plurality of fluid channels defined by one or more interior surfaces within the polymeric film, each of the plurality of fluid channels is separated spatially in a first geometric arrangement of a linear array in a first direction with an array dimension of 1×(N) in the active region of the fluid transfer component where the array dimension has 1 row of fluid channels in a thickness direction of the polymeric film and (N) fluid channels in the first direction orthogonal to the thickness direction and orthogonal to a direction of fluid flow through the fluid channels with (N) an integer greater than 1;a first fluid with a first optical property;a second fluid with a second optical property different from the first optical property;a flow source configured to generate fluid flow for the first fluid or second ...

MOTOR SHAFT, MOTOR AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY

A motor includes: a motor shaft including a press-fitting surface; and a first annular projection group and a second annular projection group formed in the press-fitting surface of the motor shaft. The first annular projection group and the second annular projection group are separated from each other in an axial direction, a distance between an adjacent two of annular projections in the first annular projection group and a distance between an adjacent two of annular projections in the second annular projection group are smaller than a distance between the first annular projection group and the second annular projection group in the axial direction. 1. A motor comprising:a motor shaft including a press-fitting surface; anda first annular projection group and a second annular projection group formed in the press-fitting surface of the motor shaft,wherein the first annular projection group and the second annular projection group are separated from each other in an axial direction, a distance between an adjacent two of annular projections in the first annular projection group and a distance between an adjacent two of annular projections in the second annular projection group are smaller than a distance between the first annular projection group and the second annular projection group in the axial direction.2. The motor according to claim 1 ,wherein the first annular projection group includes the two annular projections.3. The motor according to claim 2 ,wherein the second annular projection group includes the two annular projections.4. The motor according to claim 1 ,wherein an outer diameter of the first annular projection group and an outer diameter of the second annular projection group are greater than an outer diameter of the shaft between the first annular projection group and the second annular projection group.5. The motor according to claim 1 , wherein the outer diameter of the second annular projection group is greater than the outer diameter of the first ...

Motor Vehicle Assembly Unit and Method for the Production of the Motor Vehicle Assembly Unit

A motor vehicle assembly unit having a connector, in particular a quick connector, and having a motor vehicle fluid line, wherein the connector includes an insertion end for inserting the fluid line, wherein there is a securing spike on the insertion end, which is encompassed by an outer sleeve. An annular insertion space for the fluid line or a fluid line end of the fluid line is disposed between the securing spike and the outer sleeve. The outer sleeve is connected to the securing spike by means of at least one break-away element, that breaks when the fluid line is inserted in the annular insertion space, such that the outer sleeve can be slid onto the securing spike, or further slid onto the securing spike from, or with, the fluid line. 1. A motor vehicle assembly unit having a connector , and having a motor vehicle fluid line with a fluid line end , wherein the connector includes an insertion end for the insertion of the fluid line end , wherein there is a securing spike on said insertion end , which is encompassed by an outer sleeve , wherein an annular insertion space for the fluid line end of the fluid line , is disposed between the securing spike and the outer sleeve , wherein the outer sleeve is connected to the securing spike by means of at least one break-away element , wherein the at least one break-away element is designed to break when the fluid line end is slid into the annular insertion space , such that the outer sleeve can be slid from , or with , the inserted fluid line onto the securing spike , or further onto the securing spike.2. The motor vehicle assembly unit according to claim 1 , wherein said connector is a quick connector claim 1 , and includes a connection section claim 1 , which is equipped with a tube receiving opening for accommodating a tube.3. The motor vehicle assembly unit according to claim 2 , wherein the tube receiving opening includes at least one locking projection claim 2 , or locking projections claim 2 , respectively claim ...

HOUSING HAVING CONFIGURABLE AIRFLOW EXHAUST

A configurable housing includes a top surface having a closed configuration and an opened configuration in which a first plurality of perforations provide a first air flow path. The housing further includes a plurality of sidewalls connected to the top surface. The plurality of sidewalls including a first sidewall having a closed configuration and an opened configuration in which a second plurality of perforations provide a second air flow path. The housing also includes a bottom surface connected to the plurality of sidewalls. 1. A cabinet configured to house an article that requires cooling , the cabinet comprising:a top surface having a top air outlet disposed therein;a removable top cover configured to be secured to the top surface over the top air outlet, thereby obstructing air flow through the top air outlet;a plurality of walls connected to the top surface, the plurality of walls including a rear wall having a rear air outlet disposed therein; anda removable rear cover configured to be secured to the rear wall over the rear air outlet, thereby obstructing air flow through the rear air outlet.2. The cabinet of claim 1 , further comprising a front air inlet opposite the rear air outlet.3. The cabinet of claim 1 , further comprising a bottom air inlet opposite the top air outlet.4. The cabinet of claim 1 , wherein the top air outlet includes a plurality of perforations disposed in the top surface.5. The cabinet of claim 1 , wherein the rear air outlet includes a plurality of perforations disposed in the rear wall.6. The cabinet of claim 1 , further comprising a bottom surface.7. The cabinet of claim 1 , further comprising at least one shelf disposed therein.8. A housing comprising:a frame;a first top panel connected to the frame, the first top panel having a top opening disposed therein;a second top panel, wherein the second top panel is solid; and wherein the first rear panel has a rear opening disposed therein, and', 'wherein the second rear panel is a solid ...

WHEEL SPINDLE DRIVE ELEMENT

A wheel spindle drive element for a wheel disconnect system. The wheel spindle assembling onto an outer diameter of a spindle, displacing material to form a joint with high torque transmission characteristics. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for coupling a wheel spindle drive element to a spindle , the method comprising:pressing the spindle drive element onto the spindle; anddisplacing material on the spindle with cutting or forming elements disposed at an inner circumferential surface of the spindle drive element.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the pressing includes pressing the spindle into an inner diameter of the spindle drive element.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein an outer diameter of the spindle relative to a minor diameter of at least one cutting element is based on a ratio of a volume of displaced material of the spindle to an open volume between a major diameter of at least cutting element and the outer diameter of the spindle. Example aspects herein relate generally to a wheel disconnect system, and, more particularly, to a wheel spindle drive element for a wheel disconnect system.Four wheel drive vehicles often have either front or rear wheels that have selectively driven or non-driven modes that operate by selectively engaging or disengaging the wheels from an associated drive train. In these four wheel drive systems, typically, a transfer case, coupled to the vehicle transmission, is designed such that it can be engaged or disengaged from the drive train. The engagement of the transfer case with the drive train selectively supplies power to a set of wheels. Although efficiencies can be obtained by solely disengaging the transfer case when not needed, it is known in the art that disengaging the wheels from the drive train improves driving efficiencies dramatically.Where a transfer case is selectively disengaged from the drive train and the associated wheel set remains engaged, losses may result from the wheels “back driving” the system and having ...

TOOL FOR INSERTION OF CANAL HEARING DEVICE INTO THE EAR CANAL

A hand held tool for safely inserting a canal hearing device into the ear canal having a medial end configured to simultaneously cradle the lateral end of the canal hearing device and constrain a knob element laterally positioned on the canal hearing device. In a preferred embodiment, the insertion tool comprises a C-shaped cavity for self-centering engagement with a D-shaped lateral end of a CIC device, providing ease of use for hearing impaired individuals. In a preferred embodiment, the insertion tool is substantially formed of a single monolithic structure for improved durability and lower cost of fabrication. 1. A tool for manually inserting a canal hearing device into the ear canal comprising:a medial section configured to removably couple to a lateral end of the canal hearing device, the medial section including a first cavity for cradling at least a portion of the lateral end of the canal hearing device and a second cavity for engaging a knob element attached with a shaft to the lateral end of the canal hearing device; anda handle section laterally positioned and structured to manually release the knob element, wherein the tool is configured to secure the canal hearing device to the tool by retaining the knob element within the second cavity and cradling the lateral end of the canal hearing device within the first cavity.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the tool is a monolithic structure.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the first cavity is configured for self-centering with the lateral end of the canal hearing device when mating thereto.4. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the second cavity is configured to retain the knob element therewithin by a snap fit between the knob element and the second cavity.5. The tool of claim 4 , wherein the snap fit is achieved without expanding the medial section of the tool.6. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the second cavity is configured to retain the knob element therewithin in response to an application of a squeezing force on ...

METHOD OF STAKING A DAMPER FLANGE TO A DAMPER HUB

A method of forming a damper assembly for a motor vehicle drive train is provided. The method includes staking a damper flange including a splined inner circumferential surface onto a damper hub to form a first rotational connection between the damper flange and damper hub; and forming a second rotational connection between a radially projecting protrusion of the damper hub and the damper flange. A damper assembly is also provided that includes a damper flange including a splined inner circumferential surface; and a damper hub including an outer circumferential surface staked to the splined inner circumferential surface of damper flange forming a first rotational connection between the damper flange and damper hub. The damper hub includes a radially projecting protrusion fixed to the damper flange forming a second rotational connection between the damper flange and the damper hub. 1. A method of forming a damper assembly for a motor vehicle drive train comprising:staking a damper flange including a splined inner circumferential surface onto a damper hub to form a first rotational connection between the damper flange and damper hub; andforming a second rotational connection between a radially projecting protrusion of the damper hub and the damper flange.2. The method as recited in wherein the radially projecting protrusion of the damper hub forms at least portion of a chip receiving pocket claim 1 , the staking of the damper flange onto the damper flange including cutting an outer circumferential surface of a base of the damper hub to displace material of the damper hub into the chip receiving pocket.3. The method as recited in wherein the forming of the second rotational connection includes axially forcing a radially projecting protrusion of the damper hub into a portion of the damper flange to form the second rotational connection.4. The method as recited in wherein the portion of the damper flange the radially projecting protrusion of the damper hub is forced into ...

HYDROGEN FUEL CARTRIDGE WITH SPRING LOADED VALVE

A hydrogen generating fuel cartridge includes a case having a perforated opening layer. A hydrogen producing fuel is disposed within the case. A hydrogen permeable membrane is disposed between the hydrogen producing fuel and the perforated opening layer in the case. A spring loaded slideable valve plate is positioned adjacent the perforated opening layer such that the slideable valve plate and perforated opening form a valve that is biased in a closed position to prevent hydrogen from escaping from the fuel cartridge. 1. A hydrogen generating fuel cartridge comprising:a case having a perforated opening layer;a hydrogen producing fuel disposed within the case;a hydrogen permeable membrane disposed between the hydrogen producing fuel and the perforated opening layer in the case; anda spring loaded slideable valve plate positioned adjacent the perforated opening layer, such that the slideable valve plate and perforated opening form a valve that is biased in a closed position to prevent hydrogen from escaping from the fuel cartridge.2. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of and further comprising a pin coupled to the slideable valve portion to move the slideable valve portion responsive to an actuator.3. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of and further comprising a sealing member to seal the hydrogen producing fuel cartridge when inserted into a power generator.4. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of wherein the sealing member comprises an o-ring disposed around an end of the cartridge.5. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of wherein the slideable valve plate is perforated to overlap the perforations in the perforated opening layer when the valve is open to allow hydrogen to pass through the overlapped perforations.6. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of wherein the perforations are rectangular.7. The hydrogen generating fuel cartridge of wherein the perforations in both the plate and layer have a matching pattern.8. The hydrogen generating fuel ...

GEARED MOTOR SERIES

A geared motor series includes several motors with different dimensions, which respectively have a motor shaft with a receiving bore on the free end thereof. The nominal outer diameters of the motor shafts of the individual motor dimensions are different from each other. At least one plug-in pinion having a pinion journal is provided with a nominal outer diameter corresponding to the nominal diameter of one of the receiving bores, such that the push-in pinion is fixable to the corresponding motor shaft using a press assembly. The nominal diameter of a receiving bore of a motor shaft of a motor of a first motor dimension corresponds to the nominal diameter of a receiving bore of a motor shaft of a motor of at least one other motor dimension, such that the at least one push-in pinion is fixable to motor shafts of motors having different dimensions using a press assembly. 13.-. (canceled)4. A geared motor series , comprising:a plurality of motors with different dimensions, each said motor including a motor shaft provided with a receiving bore on a free end thereof and defined by a nominal external diameter, wherein the nominal external diameters of the motor shafts of the motor dimensions are different from each other; andat least one plug-in pinion having a pinion journal defined by a nominal external diameter matching a nominal diameter of one of the receiving bores, such that the plug-in pinion is fixable to a corresponding one of the motor shafts using a press assembly,wherein the nominal diameter of a receiving bore of a motor shaft of a motor with a first motor dimension matches the nominal diameter of a receiving bore of a motor shaft of a motor with at least one other motor dimension, such that the at least one plug-in pinion is fixable to the motor shafts of motors having different dimensions using the press assembly.5. The geared motor series of claim 4 , wherein the nominal diameters of mutually corresponding ones of the receiving bores are selected in such ...

RECEPTACLE WITH CINCH

A receptacle includes a body configured to receive a liner and a cinch disposed on the body. The cinch includes a projection disposed outward of the body and configured such that at least a portion of the liner can be disposed between the projection and the body. The cinch further includes a slot having an open end and a closed end, wherein the slot is disposed substantially adjacent the projection and configured such that at least a portion of the liner can be disposed and retained within the slot. 1. A receptacle comprising:a body configured to receive a liner; and a projection disposed outward of the body, wherein the projection has first and second members, wherein the first member is a substantially vertically extending member, wherein the second member is an outwardly extending member, wherein each of the first and second members has opposing outer and inner surfaces such that the inner surfaces of the first and second members face the body, wherein the first member is connected to the body via the second member;', 'a slot extending from the inner surface to the outer surface of the first member, wherein the slot has an open end at a bottom edge of the first member, a closed end disposed between the bottom edge and a top edge of the first member, and two side edges extending between the open end and the closed end, wherein the slot is configured such that at least one portion of the liner can be disposed and retained within the slot; and', 'a through-hole with a closed continuously-curved periphery in the second member which the liner can pass to allow the at least one portion of the liner to be disposed between the slot and the body before the at least one portion of the liner is disposed within the slot,', 'wherein the two side edges of the slot run substantially parallel to each other such that at least one portion of the liner can be disposed and retained within the slot by the two side edges., 'a cinch disposed on the body, wherein the cinch includes2. ...

VARIABLE VANE HAVING BODY FORMED OF FIRST MATERIAL AND TRUNNION FORMED OF SECOND MATERIAL

A variable vane includes a variable vane body that has an airfoil portion. The variable vane body is formed of a first material. A trunnion is attached at one end of the variable vane body. The trunnion includes a pivot formed of a second, different material. 1. A variable vane comprising:a variable vane body including an airfoil portion, the variable vane body being formed of a first material; anda trunnion attached at one end of the variable vane body, the trunnion including a pivot formed of a second, different material.2. The variable vane as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first material has a first density and the second material has a second density that is greater than the first density.3. The variable vane as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first material has a first strength and a second material has a second strength that is greater than first strength.4. The variable vane as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first material is selected from the group consisting of aluminum claim 1 , aluminum-based alloys claim 1 , magnesium claim 1 , magnesium-based alloys claim 1 , polymers claim 1 , polymer-matrix composites and combinations thereof claim 1 , and a second material is selected from the group consisting of nickel claim 1 , nickel-based alloys claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , titanium-based alloys claim 1 , steel claim 1 , cobalt claim 1 , cobalt-based alloys and combinations thereof.5. The variable vane as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first material is an aluminum-based material and the second material is selected from the group consisting of nickel claim 1 , nickel-based alloys claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , titanium-based alloys claim 1 , steel claim 1 , cobalt claim 1 , cobalt-based alloys and combinations thereof.6. The variable vane as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first material is a polymer-matrix composite and a second material is selected from the group consisting of nickel claim 1 , nickel-based alloys claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , titanium- ...

HOLELESS PLATE MEMBER RIVETING METHOD

A holeless plate member riveting method for riveting a retaining member to a holeless plate member using a press by: placing the holeless plate member on a first die of the press and attaching a mounting structure of the retaining member to the holeless plate member opposite to the first die, and then attaching a cavity of a second die of the press to the retaining member, and then operating the press to stamp the second die against the retaining member and the first die, forcing a cutting edge of the mounting structure of the retaining member to cut into the holeless plate member to the extent where a toothed portion and annular locating groove of an engagement structure of the retaining member are kept in permanent engagement with a deformed part of the holeless plate member. 1. A holeless plate member riveting method for riveting a retaining member to a holeless plate member using a press comprising a first die and a second die , said retaining member comprising a cylindrical body having a top wall and an opposing bottom wall , a screw hole extending through the top wall and bottom wall of said cylindrical body , a sloping guide edge upwardly outwardly extended from a bottom side of said screw hole and a mounting structure and an engagement structure located at a bottom side of said cylindrical body , said mounting structure comprising a neck and a cutting edge extending around a lower part of said neck said engagement structure comprising a toothed portion extending around an outer perimeter of said cylindrical body above said neck of said mounting structure , and an annular locating groove defined around said neck , the outer diameter of said toothed portion of said engagement structure being larger than the outer diameter of said cutting edge of said mounting structure , the holeless plate member riveting method comprising the steps of:(a) placing said holeless plate member on said first die of said press, and then attaching said mounting structure of said ...

METHOD OF TEXTURING AN INNER SURFACE OF A SELF-EXPANDING IMPLANT DELIVERY SYSTEM OUTER SHEATH

A method of forming a textured surface on the inner surface of a sheath is provided. The sheath may be used in a delivery system to restrain a self-expanding medical implant in a compressed state. In the method, a sleeve is squeezed against a textured pattern on a mandrel to form a textured surface on the inner surface of the mandrel. The diameter of the mandrel is then contracted before the mandrel is removed from the sleeve. 1. A method of forming a textured surface on at least a portion of an inner surface of an outer sheath of a self-expanding implant delivery system , wherein the outer sheath restrains the self-expanding implant in a compressed state prior to being released at a treatment site and said textured surface contacts an outer surface of said self-expanding implant in said compressed state , said method comprising:providing a mandrel with a textured pattern disposed on an outer surface of said mandrel;disposing a sleeve onto said mandrel, said sleeve comprising said inner surface of said outer sheath;squeezing said sleeve against said mandrel and said textured pattern, said textured surface thereby being formed on said inner surface of said sleeve, wherein said outer surface of said mandrel contacts at least 70% of said inner surface of said sleeve along a length of at least half an overall length of said self-expanding implant;contracting a diameter of said outer surface of said mandrel;withdrawing said mandrel from said sleeve; andloading said self-expanding implant into said sleeve in said compressed state, said textured surface contacting said outer surface of said self-expanding implant in said compressed state.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said mandrel contacts at least 70% of said inner surface of said sleeve along substantially an entire length of said self-expanding implant.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said outer surface of said mandrel contacts at least 90% of said inner surface of said sleeve along said length ...

Camshaft and method for producing the camshaft

A camshaft contains a support tube, on which components including at least one cam are arranged at predetermined locations. The support tube extends at least partially through a hole in the components, and wherein a press fit is produced between the support tube and the components by hydroforming. Accordingly, at least one locally formed material formation is provided between the support tube and the hole. Via the material formation, the component is retained at the location in a desired orientation relative to the support tube in such a way that the support tube having the mounted components can be fed for hydroforming.

MAGNET ORIENTATION AND POSITIONGING SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS

An apparatus () for orienting magnetic elements () for assembly on a flexible elongated core member () includes a plate () for supporting the magnetic elements (). A plurality of magnetic positioning elements () are secured to the plate () and are configured to position and orient the magnetic elements () to facilitate assembly of the elements () on the core member (). 1. An apparatus for orienting magnetic elements for assembly on a flexible elongated core member , the apparatus comprising:a plate for supporting the magnetic elements; anda plurality of magnetic positioning elements secured to the plate and configured to position and orient the magnetic elements to facilitate assembly on the core member.2. The apparatus recited in claim 1 , wherein the plate comprises a channel recessed into a top surface of the plate claim 1 , the positioning elements being configured to magnetically attract and position the magnetic elements in the channel.3. The apparatus recited in claim 2 , further comprising pockets for receiving the positioning elements claim 2 , the pockets being recessed into a bottom surface of the plate opposite the top surface claim 2 , the pockets being arranged to extend along a path that is parallel with the path of the channel.4. The apparatus recited in claim 2 , further comprising pockets recessed into a bottom surface opposite the work surface claim 2 , the positioning elements being secured in the pockets.5. The apparatus recited in claim 4 , wherein the plate is a top plate claim 4 , the apparatus further comprising a base plate attachable to the top plate to conceal and maintain the positioning elements in the pockets.6. The apparatus recited in claim 2 , wherein the core member comprises a guidewire core and the magnetic elements comprise magnetic beads claim 2 , the positioning elements positioning and orienting the beads for receiving the guidewire core.7. The apparatus recited in claim 6 , wherein the channel is configured to receive spacer ...

TANK PLATE ERECTION SYSTEM

A system for constructing a tank is made up of a plurality of generally rectangular prism sections, which are hinged together on the back side to form a platform, having an end section hinged to a frame section, a cantilever frame extending from the end section, a counterbalance frame attached to said cantilever and extending parallel to the platform and opposed to the end section, with the end section and said counterbalance frame being separated by a pair of saddle wheels mounted to the cantilever frame. At least one additional saddle wheel is mounted on a frame section for cooperative operation with saddle wheels on the cantilever to support the system on the tank wall and to move the platform within the tank wall as it is constructed. The hinge connections between the sections allow the platform to be adjusted to the arc of the internal wall of the tank under construction. 1. A process of constructing a metal tank utilizing the present system comprises:preparing a section of the internal surface of a tank adjacent to the system,positioning a system comprising a plurality of frame sections, attached by a hinge to at least one other horizontally adjacent frame section to form a platform, an end section attached by a hinge to a frame section, a cantilever section extending from said end section, a counterbalance section attached to said cantilever section parallel to the platform and opposed to said end section, said end section and said counterbalance section being separated by a pair of saddle wheels mounted to the cantilever section and at least one additional saddle wheel attached to a frame section and mounted on a portion of an upper edge of a tank wall for cooperative operation with the pair of saddle wheels on the cantilever section, whereby said system is suspended from said tank wall.2. The process according to wherein the additional saddle wheel is mounted on a distal portion of an upper edge to the pair of saddle wheels.3. The process according to ...

BATTERY MODULE FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE, AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY THEREOF

A battery module for an electric vehicle includes an auxiliary power module (APM) and at least one battery pack assembly. The battery pack assembly includes a plurality of battery frames, each with at least one battery cell disposed within it, and a plurality of cooling plates, each in thermal communication with at least one battery cell. The cooling plates have an inlet and an outlet connected by at least one coolant channel through which coolant is circulated to cool the battery cells. The APM may also require cooling, in which case the battery module may further include at least one additional cooling plate in thermal communication with the APM. The APM and the battery pack assembly are held together under compression such that they may share a common cooling system, and coolant may flow through the APM and/or the battery pack assembly to the cooling plates. 1. A battery module for an electric vehicle having a liquid cooling system , the battery module comprising:an auxiliary power module (APM); and a plurality of battery frames arranged in a stack;', 'a plurality of battery cells, each of which is disposed within one of the battery frames; and', 'a plurality of cooling plates, each of which is in thermal communication with at least one of the plurality of battery cells, each cooling plate having an inlet and an outlet connected by at least one coolant channel through which coolant is circulated;, 'at least one battery pack assembly includingwherein the coolant is distributed to the plurality of cooling plates by the liquid cooling system; andwherein the APM and the battery pack assembly are held together under compression such that the coolant may flow through at least one of the APM and the battery pack assembly to each of the cooling plates.2. The battery module of further comprising at least one cooling plate in thermal communication with the APM claim 1 , the at least one cooling plate having an inlet and an outlet connected by at least one coolant channel ...

METHOD OF ADJUSTING A VEHICLE DOOR

A method and system for mounting and adjusting a vehicle door rotatably connected to a vehicle body by upper and lower hinges with hinge holes. The upper and lower hinges are positioned to the vehicle body and the vehicle door by aligning the hinge holes to corresponding receiving holes. The vehicle door is temporarily mounted to the vehicle body by inserting cam bolts into aligned pairs of the hinge holes and the receiving holes. The vehicle door is adjusted to a desired position relative to the vehicle body by rotating the cam bolts. The desired positioned is secured by inserting mounting bolts into empty aligned pairs of the hinge holes and the receiving holes and replacing the cam bolts with mounting bolts. 1. A method for adjusting a front vehicle door and a rear vehicle door on a vehicle body , the front and rear vehicle doors each having upper and lower hinges , comprising:aligning hinge holes of the upper and lower hinges to corresponding receiving holes on the vehicle body and the vehicle doors;attaching the upper and lower hinges to the vehicle body and the vehicle doors with cam bolts to temporarily hold the vehicle doors in place while allowing relative movement of the vehicle doors;adjusting the vehicle doors to respective desired positions by rotating the cam bolts in relation to each other; andsecuring the desired positions of the vehicle doors with fasteners including replacing the cam bolts with the fasteners.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cam bolts have varying offsets relative to one another for positioning each of the cam bolts within a target zone of the hinge holes.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein rotation of the cam bolts causes a rotational movement of the vehicle doors in relation to the vehicle body.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein rotation of the cam bolts causes translational movement of the vehicle doors in at least one of a horizontal longitudinal direction claim 1 , a vertical direction and a horizontal transverse direction ...

ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLY AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

In an ultrasonic transducer assembly, a conformable ultrasonic transducer has a piezoelectric layer and electrodes able to conform to curved surfaces, and a clamp for pressing the transducer into ultrasonic contact with a curved surface. Conformability is ensured with a thin, porous piezoelectric layer and suitable electrical conductors and insulators. The ultrasonic transducer may operate without further thermal shielding under harsh environments and/or at high temperatures. 1. An ultrasonic transducer assembly , comprising:a piezoelectric film able to conform to curved surfaces;an electrode adjacent to a top surface of the piezoelectric film to make the piezoelectric film able to act as an ultrasonic transducer;a flexible insulating layer covering the top electrode and at least part of a first electrical connector extending from the top electrode to an electronic control, the insulating layer having a shape and size to substantially surround a section of a component to be monitored; and{'b': 0', '2, 'a permanent or semi-permanent clamp adapted to apply at least a . MPa compressive stress on a region of the component aligned with the top electrode.'}2. The transducer assembly of wherein:the transducer assembly is flexible, and the clamp comprises a band that, when tensioned, causes the assembly to conform to a convex surface of the section of the component such as a cross-section of a pipe or pipe fitting;ora tube clamp, comprising a deformable band for surrounding the section, formed of metal or a fibreglass textile;ora tensioning mechanism, having a spring or spring washer to maintain a constant tension under different thermal conditions.3. The transducer assembly of further comprising the component claim 1 , which has the form of a pipe or a pipe fitting.4. The transducer assembly of wherein all materials used to fabricate the assembly retain sufficient structural claim 1 , electrical claim 1 , and chemical integrity to operate at high temperatures.5. The ...

OVERLOAD CLUTCH

A clutch which reacts to torque overload has a ribbed disc which is produced by plastics injection moulding and which is, along its inner or outer periphery, encapsulated in encircling fashion and on both axial side surfaces by an encompassing ring. Said encompassing ring, owing to shrinkage as a result of cooling, enters into static friction engagement with the ribbed disc, and furthermore engages, by means of bevelled flanks, with ribs running radially on at least one of the side surfaces of the ribbed disc. 1. Clutch which reacts to torque overload , comprising:a ribbed disc which is produced by plastics injection moulding; anda plastic ring which encapsulates the ribbed disc in encircling fashion along an inner or outer periphery of the ribbed disc and on both axial side surfaces of the ribbed disc, whereinthe plastic ring is in static friction engagement with said ribbed disc along the inner or outer periphery of the ribbed disc and furthermore engages, by means of bevelled flanks, with ribs running radially on at least one of the side surfaces of the ribbed disc.2. Clutch according to claim 1 , further comprising a collar which runs in coaxially encircling fashion along the inner periphery of the ribbed disc.3. Clutch according to claim 1 , wherein the heights of the ribs claim 1 , which are oriented in the manner of spokes claim 1 , taper off in the direction of the outer periphery of the ribbed disc.4. Clutch according to claim 3 , wherein the ribs end with a T-shaped peripheral widening.5. Clutch according to claim 1 , wherein corresponding ribs are provided on both side surfaces of the ribbed disc.6. Clutch according to claim 1 , wherein the ribs have flanks which have a different inclination in one rotational direction of the ribbed disc than in the opposite rotational direction thereof.7. Clutch according to claim 1 , wherein a lubricant is introduced between the ribbed disc and plastic ring.8. Clutch assembly comprising multiple clutches according to ...

GUIDE FOR A WIPING ASSEMBLY

A wiping assembly includes a pair of guide elements located at opposite ends of a headland region of a fluid ejection assembly to extend in a second orientation generally perpendicular to a first orientation through which the opposite ends extend. Each guide element includes at least one first portion and a second portion. The at least one first portion selectively receives biased releasable engagement from a non-wiping portion of a wiping element extending along the first orientation to cause a wiping portion of the wiping element to be in generally parallel relation to, and spaced apart from, the headland region. The second portion causes the non-wiping portion to no longer be in biased releasable engagement against the guide element and causes the wiping portion to be biased in wiping relation against the headland region. 1. A wiping assembly comprising: at least one first portion to receive biased sliding contact from a non-wiping portion of a wiping element to cause a wiping portion of the wiping element, which extends along the first orientation, to be in generally parallel relation to, and spaced apart from, the headland region; and', 'a second portion to cause the non-wiping portion to no longer be in slidable contact against the guide element and the wiping portion to be in biased wiping relation against the headland region., 'a pair of guide elements located at opposite ends of a headland region of a fluid ejection assembly to extend in a second orientation generally perpendicular to a first orientation through which the opposite ends extend, wherein each guide element includes2. The assembly of claim 1 , comprising:a positioner to position the fluid ejection assembly relative to an at least temporarily stationary position of the wiping element to cause the biased sliding contact between the at least one first portion and the non-wiping portion.3. The assembly of claim 1 , comprising:a positioner to position the wiping element relative to an at least ...

MULTI-SPOT LASER PROBE WITH MICRO-STRUCTURED DISTAL SURFACE

An optical surgical probe, configured to optically couple to a light source; comprising a cannula; a light guide within the cannula, configured to receive a light beam from the light source, to guide the light beam to a distal end of the light guide, and to emit the light beam at the distal end of the light guide; and a multi-spot generator at a distal end of the cannula, the multi-spot generator having a faceted proximal surface with oblique facets, configured to receive the light beam emitted at the distal end of the light guide and to split the received light beam into multiple beam-components, and a distal surface through which the multiple beam-components exit the multi-spot generator, wherein the distal surface is micro-structured with a modulation length smaller than a wavelength of the light beam in order to reduce the reflectance of light back into the probe. 1. An optical surgical probe comprising:a cylindrical cannula;a light guide within the cannula, configured to receive a light beam from the light source, to guide the light beam to a distal end of the light guide, and to emit the light beam at the distal end of the light guide; and a faceted proximal surface with oblique facets, configured to receive the light beam emitted at the distal end of the light guide and to split the received light beam into multiple beam-components, and', 'a distal surface through which the multiple beam-components exit the multi-spot generator, wherein, 'a multi-spot generator at a distal end of the cannula, the multi-spot generator having'}the distal surface of the multi-spot generator is micro-structured with a modulation length smaller than a wavelength of the light beam.2. The probe of claim 1 , the distal surface of the multi-spot generator comprising:micro-structures, with an average separation less than the wavelength of the light beam.3. The probe of claim 2 , the micro-structures comprising at least one of bumps claim 2 , cones claim 2 , prisms claim 2 , pyramids ...

ASSEMBLY OF ELECTRONIC AND OPTICAL DEVICES

A method for operating an assembly tool includes deposing a first component on an assembly surface with a first tool tip of a manipulator having a range of motion defined by a plane and an axis that is substantially normal to the plane, deposing a second component on the assembly surface, changing an orientation of the assembly surface relative to the axis from a first orientation to a second orientation, lifting the first component from the assembly surface with a second tool tip of the manipulator, and deposing the first component on the second component. 1. A method for operating an assembly tool , the method comprising:deposing a first component on an assembly surface with a first tool tip of a manipulator having a range of motion defined by a plane and an axis that is substantially normal to the plane;deposing a second component on the assembly surface, wherein the second component includes a fiber portion, the fiber portion of the second component engaging a corresponding groove in the first component;changing an orientation of the assembly surface relative to the axis from a first orientation to a second orientation; andapplying a force with a second tool tip to the first component along the axis.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the assembly surface defines an assembly surface plane.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein in the first orientation claim 1 , the assembly surface plane is substantially orthogonal to the axis.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein in the second orientation claim 1 , the assembly surface plane is oblique relative to the axis.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first tool tip includes an engagement surface defining a plane substantially parallel to the assembly surface in the first orientation.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second tool tip includes an engagement surface defining a plane substantially parallel to the assembly surface in the second orientation.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first tool tip includes an ...

Spur toothing on a coupling element for transmitting torques

The invention relates to a spur toothing on at least one coupling element for transmitting torques about a rotational axis, said spur toothing axially engaging with a corresponding mating cutting. The face cutting is provided with teeth from a material of the coupling element that has been plastically shaped in an at least partially noncutting manner.

STATIONARY HYDRAULIC LASH ADJUSTER AND ROLLER FINGER FOLLOWER ASSEMBLY CLIP, AND METHOD THEREOF

An assembly clip for holding together a stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) and a roller finger follower (RFF) in a valve train of an internal combustion engine (ICE) is provided. The SHLA has a pivot, and the RFF has a pivot cap configured to fit around the pivot. The assembly clip includes a first attachment section and a second attachment section configured to engage with the pivot cap and pivot, respectively, to attach the assembly clip to the RFF and SHLA, respectively. When assembled, the pivot and the pivot end are substantially located between the first attachment section and the second attachment section, the pivot cap covering at least a portion of the pivot. The assembly clip is made of an oil soluble material such that it may dissolve and break away after the valve train is assembled into the ICE, and the assembly clip no longer serves a function. 1. An assembly clip for holding together a stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) , having a pivot , and a roller finger follower (RFF) , having a pivot cap configured to fit around at least a portion of the pivot end of the SHLA , the assembly clip comprising:a first attachment section configured to engage with the pivot cap of the RFF such that the assembly clip is attachable to the RFF; anda second attachment section configured to engage with at least the pivot of the RFF such that the assembly clip is attachable to the SHLA;wherein the assembly clip is made of an oil soluble material.2. The assembly clip of wherein the oil soluble material is a polyethylene.3. The assembly clip of wherein the oil soluble material is polystyrene.4. The assembly clip of wherein the first attachment section comprises a first opening configured to fit around an outer portion of the pivot cap of the RFF.5. The assembly clip of wherein the second attachment section comprises a second opening and a ledge around the second opening claim 4 , the second opening being configured to receive the pivot of the SHLA claim 4 , and ...

Fluid-pump inner rotor

Provided is a fluid-pump inner rotor that can be easily fitted to an outer rotor. This fluid-pump inner rotor includes a rotor member having a through hole along a rotational axis and a shaft member fitted in the through hole. Fitting strength between a first hole region provided in an inner face of the through hole of the rotor member which region extends along a rotational axis of the rotor member from one of end faces thereof perpendicular to this rotational axis and a first shaft region provided in an outer face of the shaft member is set greater than fitting strength between a second hole region provided in the inner face of the through hole of the rotor member and a second shaft region provided in the outer face of the shaft member.

Disc Brake Assembly With Non-Rotatable Vehicle Component and Method For Producing Same

A disc brake assembly comprises an anchor bracket having a pair of arms, a caliper supported on the bracket and a non-rotatable vehicle component having a pair of lugs, each of the lugs provided with a non-threaded opening formed therethrough. The non-threaded openings receive fasteners installed in threaded openings of the bracket to secure the vehicle component to the bracket. The bracket includes on at least one of the arms a first shoulder at a transition between the first and second portions thereof. The vehicle component includes on at least one of the lugs a second shoulder having a shape which is generally complimentary to the shape of the first shoulder. When the vehicle component and bracket are secured together, selected surfaces of the first and second shoulders contact each other to substantially prevent movement of the bracket relative to the vehicle component. 1. A disc brake assembly comprising:an anchor bracket having a pair of arms, each of the arms including a first non-threaded opening formed in a first portion thereof and a second threaded opening formed in a second portion thereof;a caliper supported on the anchor bracket by first fasteners which are configured to be installed in the caliper and be disposed in the first non-threaded openings of the anchor bracket; anda non-rotatable vehicle component having a pair of lugs, each of the lugs provided with a third non-threaded opening formed therethrough, the third non-threaded openings configured to receive second fasteners therein which are installed in the second threaded openings of the anchor bracket to secure the non-rotatable vehicle component to the anchor bracket;wherein the anchor bracket includes on at least one of the arms a first shoulder at a transition between the first and second portions thereof;wherein the non-rotatable vehicle component includes on at least one of the lugs a second shoulder having a shape which is generally complimentary to the shape of the first shoulder of the ...

METHOD OF INSTALLING A SHOWER ROD MOUNTING BRACKET

A bracket for mounting a curved shower rod on a previously installed straight shower rod. The bracket includes a body having a first member that defines a first bore for receiving an end of the curved shower rod therein, and a second member defining a second bore for receiving a portion of the straight shower rod therein. The first member extends outwardly from the second member at an angle. The second member comprises first and second regions that are movable away from each other to capture a portion of the straight shower rod between them. A securement mechanism locks the first and second regions together to prevent the bracket from disengaging from the straight shower rod. A second mounting bracket is similarly engaged on an opposite end of the straight shower rod and receives a second end of the curved shower rod therein. 1. A method of mounting a curved shower rod in a bathtub enclosure comprising:providing a straight shower rod that is already installed between two opposed walls of a bathtub or shower enclosure a distance vertically above a floor surface or bathtub surface;engaging a first mounting bracket onto the already installed straight shower rod;engaging a first end of the curved shower rod in the first mounting bracket;engaging a second end of the curved shower rod in a second mounting bracket; andengaging the second mounting bracket onto the already installed straight shower rod; such that the second mounting bracket is spaced a distance from the first mounting bracket.2. The method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the step of providing the straight shower rod further includes:securing a first end and a second end of the straight shower rod to the walls using a pair of installation brackets.3. The method as defined in claim 2 , wherein the first mounting bracket is engaged with the straight shower rod a distance inwardly from one or the other of the first and second ends thereof and the first mounting bracket is then moved to a first position adjacent ...

Turbocharger and method for assembling turbocharger

Provided is a turbocharger, including: a compressor impeller (impeller) having a through hole; a shaft inserted through the through hole; and a fastening member caulked to a distal end portion of the shaft projecting from the through hole.

MOTOR VEHICLE ROTARY ELECTRIC MACHINE DRIVE ASSEMBLY

The present invention relates to a motor vehicle rotary electric machine () drive assembly, the drive assembly comprising a rotor shaft () extending along a longitudinal axis (X) and a connecting piece () providing connection between the shaft and the torque transmission system comprising a bore () for the passage of the rotor shaft, the drive assembly being characterized in that the bore comprises a first wall () extending axially and a cylindrical second wall () extending axially in alignment with the first wall, and in that the rotor shaft comprises:—a first surface () extending axially and cooperating with the first wall of the bore to centre the connecting piece around the rotor shaft; and—a second cylindrical surface () extending axially and provided with knurling, with a diameter (A) greater than the diameter (A′) of the second wall of the bore, the connecting piece being force-fitted onto the rotor shaft by means of the knurling. 1100. A motor vehicle rotary electric machine () drive assembly , the drive assembly comprising:a rotor shaft extending along a longitudinal axis; anda connecting piece providing connection between the shaft and the torque transmission system comprising a bore for the passage of the rotor shaft,wherein the bore comprises a first wall extending axially and a cylindrical second wall extending axially in alignment with the first wall, and a first surface extending axially and cooperating with the first wall of the bore to centre the connecting piece around the rotor shaft; and', 'a second cylindrical surface extending axially and provided with knurling having a diameter greater than the diameter of the second wall of the bore, the connecting piece being force-fitted onto the rotor shaft by means of the knurling., 'wherein the rotor shaft comprises2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the first surface of the rotor shaft and the first wall of the bore are cylindrical surfaces having the same diameter.31. The assembly according ...

ARTICLE ASSEMBLY METHOD EMPLOYING ROTARY ARTICLE PICK AND PLACE

An article assembly apparatus and method employs rotary pick and place technology to deposit one component of an apparatus within another at a relatively high rate of speed. A substantially disk-shaped component is inserted within a substantially cylindrical component with a relatively tight fit between the two. The substantially disk-shaped component is carried at a fixed, predetermined angle, relative to a radius of a rotating wheel carrying the component, permitting the smooth placement and depositing of the substantially cylindrical component within the substantially cylindrical component. The substantially disk-shaped component may comprise a piston and the substantially cylindrical component may comprise a body of a bottom filled airless container undergoing assembly following the placement of a substance to be dispensed within the body.

ROBOTIC ARM ASSEMBLY WITH ANGULAR CONTACT CARTRIDGE BEARINGS

A robotic arm assembly includes a first arm and second arm coupled by a shaft and bearing assembly, forming a joint at which the first arm rotates about a joint axis. The bearing assembly includes angular contact cartridge bearings contacting corresponding angled surfaces of the assembly, and a bearing cap. The shaft is attached to the first arm, extends through the second arm, and is attached to the bearing cap such that the bearing assembly is axially compressed between the bearing cap and the first arm. The bearing assembly may include components for preloading the bearing assembly and enabling components to self-align during assembly.