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21-03-2013 дата публикации

Pressurized gas containing system

Номер: US20130068785A1
Автор: David B. Larson, Edward L. Hamernik, James R. Macneal, William T. Harrod
Принадлежит: Specialty Gases of America Inc

A pressurized gas containing system has a cowling and mounting ring which supports a valve and regulator on a cylinder containing gas under pressure.

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Номер записи: 1
20-06-2013 дата публикации

CLAMPED LINER-BOSS CONNECTION

Номер: US20130152371A1
Автор: Strack Ludger
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A pressure vessel for storing a fluid, the pressure vessel including an annular inner boss having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface forming a passage adapted to receive a utility device therein, wherein the inner boss includes a liner channel formed intermediate the inner surface and the outer surface, a vessel liner having a portion thereof disposed in the liner channel of the inner boss, and an outer boss secured to the outer surface of the inner boss. 1. A method for producing a pressure vessel , the method comprising the steps of:forming a vessel liner with an aperture formed therein;providing an inner boss having an inner surface, an outer surface, and a liner channel formed therein, the liner channel adapted to receive a portion of the vessel liner therein;disposing the vessel liner in the liner channel of the inner boss;clamping the inner boss to a portion of the vessel liner; andproviding an outer boss secured to the inner boss; the inner surface of the inner boss forms a passage having a coupling element adapted to receive and engage a utility device therein; or', 'the outer boss includes an inner boss channel for receiving the inner boss, wherein the inner surface and the outer surface of the inner boss are disposed adjacent a portion of the inner boss channel., 'wherein2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising attaching one of a utility device and a support ring to the coupling element on the inner surface of the inner boss.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the outer boss abuts the vessel liner.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the outer boss has a neck portion and a shoulder portion claim 1 , the shoulder portion having a tapered shape with a decreasing thickness toward a periphery thereof.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a sealing element disposed between the inner boss and the outer boss to provide a fluid-tight seal therebetween.6. The method according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 2
20-06-2013 дата публикации

PROCESS CHAMBER PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20130153045A1
Автор: Vestyck Daniel J
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A method of and apparatus for controlling pressure in a process chamber having a continuous gas inlet flow and a continuous gas outlet flow comprising providing a pulsed valve at a gas outlet, a pressure gauge, and a programmable controller and varying the pulse rate of the pulsed valve, wherein either the open time or closed time, or both open and closed times, is lengthened or shortened, depending on whether the gauge pressure is above or below the programmed setpoint. 1. A process chamber apparatus having an inlet for continuous gas inlet flow and an outlet for continuous gas outlet flow , a means for controlling process chamber pressure comprising a pressure gauge , a programmable logic controller , and a pulsed valve at , or in fluid communication with , the outlet , the pulsed valve having a controllable pulse rate , the controller programmed to process pressure data from the pressure gauge and to control the pulse rate of the pulsed valve to control the process chamber pressure.2. The apparatus of wherein the controller is programmed to lengthen the closed time of the pulsed valve if the gauge pressure is below a programmed pressure and to shorten the closed time of the pulsed valve if the gauge pressure is above the programmed pressure claim 1 , thereby maintaining the pressure in the process chamber at or near a programmed pressure.3. The apparatus of wherein the controller is programmed to shorten the open time of the pulsed valve if the gauge pressure is below a programmed pressure and to lengthen the open time of the pulsed valve if the gauge pressure is above the programmed pressure claim 1 , thereby maintaining the pressure in the process chamber at or near a programmed pressure.4. The apparatus of wherein the controller is programmed to adjust both the open and closed timings of the pulsed valve to provide less average conductance between the process chamber and the pump if the gauge pressure is below a programmed pressure and to adjust both the open ...

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Номер записи: 3
17-10-2013 дата публикации

ALUMINIUM CYLINDER FOR NO/NITROGEN GAS MIXTURE AND USE THEREOF IN THE TREATMENT OF PULMONARY VASOCONSTRICTIONS

Номер: US20130269829A1
Автор: DE VILLEMEUR Pierre, LECOURT Laurent, Levinson Bénédicte
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The invention relates to a container for packaging NO/N2 mixtures, such as a gas cylinder, comprising a main body () comprising an internal volume () having a capacity between 2 and 30 liters and containing an NO/N2 mixture at a pressure above atmospheric pressure, the main body () being formed from an aluminum alloy, characterized in that the main body () is formed from an aluminum alloy comprising aluminum and a proportion by weight of Cr of between 0.05 and 0.80%, of Cu of between 1 and 3%, of Pb of at most 100 ppm, of Zn of between 5 and 8%, and of Mg of between 1 and 3%. 2. The process for packaging an NO/Nmixture in a container of claim 1 , wherein the aluminum content of the aluminum alloy is between 85 and 93% by weight.31. The process for packaging an NO/Nmixture in a container of claim 1 , wherein the container is a gas cylinder comprising a main body () of cylindrical shape and having a flat base and having a diameter between 10 and 30 cm claim 1 , and a height between 50 and 120 cm.41254. The process for packaging an NO/Nmixture in a container of claim 1 , wherein the main body () comprises a neck () with an outlet orifice () claim 1 , attached to which is a device () for controlling the passage of gas and/or for reducing the pressure.5. The process for packaging an NO/Nmixture in a container of claim 1 , wherein the NO/Ngas mixture contains from 1 to 1000 ppm by volume of NO claim 1 , the remainder being nitrogen (N). This is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/537,808, filed Jun. 29, 2012, which claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. §119 (a) and (b) to French Application No. 1155789, filed Jun. 29, 2011, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.The invention relates to a container for packaging NO/Nmixtures comprising a main body formed from aluminum or from an aluminum alloy, in particular a gas cylinder of cylindrical shape, and the use thereof in the treatment of pulmonary vasoconstrictions in ...

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Номер записи: 4
07-11-2013 дата публикации

VESSEL APPARATUS WITH FLOW CONTROL ELEMENT

Номер: US20130292390A1
Автор: Chen Wei, Hu Lishun
Принадлежит: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

A vessel apparatus includes a pressurized vessel and at least one flow control element. The at least one flow control element is located within the pressurized vessel and has an upwardly-converging wall.

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Номер записи: 5
16-01-2014 дата публикации

THERMAL INSULATION TECHNIQUE FOR ULTRA LOW TEMPERATURE CRYOGENIC PROCESSOR

Номер: US20140013778A1
Автор: Bowdish Boyd, Dain John, Henneman Nick
Принадлежит: Reflect Scientific, Inc.

Systems and methods are disclosed to provide a cryogenic processor apparatus with an outer housing; an inner housing coupled to the external housing to define a vacuum region there between; and material disposed in the vacuum region to provide redundant insulation and structural support at a cryogenic temperature. 1) A cryogenic processor apparatus , comprising:a) an outer housing;b) an inner housing coupled to the external housing to define a vacuum region there between;c) material disposed in the vacuum region to provide redundant insulation and structural support at a cryogenic temperature.2) The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the material comprises an insulation material with one of: a silica micro balloon claim 1 , polyisocyanurate.3) The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vacuum region is processed using a novel method of removing residual water vapor and other partial pressure of contaminants.4) The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vacuum region is evacuated to a partial pressure of approximately 0.2 milliTorr.5) The apparatus of claim 1 , comprising a cryogenic heat exchanger with one or more tubings.6) The apparatus of claim 5 , where in the cryogenic heat exchanger comprises one or more tubings including redundant tubings.7) The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the cryogenic heat exchanger comprises U-shaped tubings covering at least three walls of the payload bay.8) The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the cryogenic heat exchanger comprises tubings covering at least four sides of the payload bay.9) The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the cryogenic heat exchanger comprises a port coupled to one or more tubings to provide input and output connections thereto.10) The apparatus of claim 5 , comprising a door coupled to the payload bay claim 5 , wherein the door comprises three or more materials having different thermal characteristics.11) A method to provide ultra low temperature processing and/or storage claim 5 , comprising:a) providing insulation and ...

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Номер записи: 6
03-04-2014 дата публикации

NATURAL GAS MANIFOLD FOR DUAL-FUEL TRAILERS

Номер: US20140090742A1
Автор: Coskrey Billy Don, Coulter Jonathan Barrett
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A fuel delivery system comprising: a fuel source; a first trailer comprising a first manifold in fluid communication with a first fuel train; and a second trailer comprising a second manifold in fluid communication with a second fuel train, wherein the first and second manifolds are connected in series to the fuel source using flexible hose tubing. 1. A fuel delivery system comprising:a fuel source; a first trailer comprising a first manifold in fluid communication with a first fuel train; and a second trailer comprising a second manifold in fluid communication with a second fuel train, wherein the first and second manifolds are connected in series to the fuel source by a flexible hose.2. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the first manifold comprises flexible hose tubing.3. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the fuel source comprises a natural gas storage tank.4. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second trailers comprise at least one unit selected from the group consisting of: a fracturing unit claim 1 , a cementing unit claim 1 , a blending unit claim 1 , a material conveying units claim 1 , a truck claim 1 , and a tractor.5. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the fuel source is connected to the first manifold by the use of a quick disconnect fitting.6. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the first manifold and the second manifold are connected by the use of a quick disconnect fitting.7. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , further comprising a third trailer comprising a third manifold in fluid communication with a third fuel train claim 1 , wherein the third manifold is connected in series to the first and second manifolds and the fuel source.8. The fuel delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the first manifold and the second manifold each comprise a valve.9. A method of assembling a fuel delivery system comprising:providing a fuel source;providing at least a first trailer and second trailer, ...

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Номер записи: 7
12-01-2017 дата публикации

INSULATED CHAMBER AND METHOD FOR FLUSHING SUCH A CHAMBER

Номер: US20170009940A1
Автор: CAVAGNE Patrice, CRAYSSAC Frederic
Принадлежит: L'Air Liquide, Société Anonyme pour I'Etude et I'Exploitation des Procédés Georges Claude

The invention relates to an insulated chamber comprising at least one element that may operate at sub-ambient temperature, the space around the element(s) being filled with solid insulation and means for injecting a gas containing at least 95 mol-% nitrogen into the insulation, at least some of the gas-injection means opening at a position vertically above at least one element to insulate. 115-. (canceled)16. An insulated chamber comprising:at least one element to be insulated which is configured to operate at a cryogenic temperature, wherein the at least one element being selected from the group consisting of a storage facility, a distillation column, a scrubbing column containing means allowing an exchange of heat and of matter, a heat exchanger, a vaporizer-condenser, a metal pipe, a filter and combinations thereof, wherein the space around the element or the elements is filled with solid insulation, andmeans for injecting a gas containing at least 95 mol % nitrogen into the insulation, in which at least some of the means for injecting the gas into the insulation open into the insulation and are arranged at a position vertically above at least one element that is to be insulated, so that the gas can seep out to a location vertically above the at least one element that is to be insulated.17. The chamber as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the means for injecting the gas run along the inside of at least one vertical wall of the chamber.18. The chamber as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the means for injecting a gas consists of at least one rigid perforated pipe.19. The chamber as claimed in claim 16 , wherein at least some of the means for injecting the gas consist of at least one porous pipe positioned vertically inside the chamber claim 16 , the porous pipe having a length equal to at least half the height of the chamber claim 16 , wherein the porous pipe is perforated.20. The chamber as claimed in claim 19 , wherein any porous pipe is disposed only in part of the ...

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Номер записи: 8
14-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICES FOR DISCHARGING CONTAMINANTS OUT OF A SEAL CHAMBER

Номер: US20160010671A1
Автор: SHELLEF Rammy A.
Принадлежит: ETTEM ENGINEERING S.A. LTD.

A method and an ejection device are provided for discharging contaminants out of a seal chamber of a rotating-fluid machine driving a main flow of contaminated fluid. The ejection device incorporates an obstacle for arresting a portion of the flow in the seal chamber to stagnation pressure, whereby a zone of fluid at stagnation pressure is created. A discharge passage is disposed in the seal chamber adjacent to a region of concentration of contaminants and in the zone of stagnation pressure created by the obstacle, whereby contaminants are pumped out via the discharge passage into the main driven flow. The discharge passage is disposed upstream of the obstacle and provides fluid communication between the seal chamber and a process side of the machine. The method and the ejection device are operative with a machine driving fluid in clockwise direction, in counterclockwise direction, and in both clockwise and counterclockwise direction. 1. A method for discharging contaminants out of a seal chamber of a machine rotating and driving a main flow of contaminated fluid , the method comprising:disposing an obstacle in the seal chamber for bringing the flow to standstill for creating at least one zone of fluid at stagnation pressure which is locally higher than the static pressure of the fluid for discharging contaminants through at least one discharge passage and into the main flow.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein one ejection device is operative for discharging contaminants in a clockwise and in a counterclockwise direction of main flow.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the at least one discharge passage is disposed in the at least one zone.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the seal chamber is in fluid communication with the main flow via the at least one discharge passage.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one zone is created by an obstacle disposed in the seal chamber downstream of the discharge passage.6. The method of claim 5 , ...

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Номер записи: 9
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR LEAK TESTING A TANK HEAD BEFORE IT ENTERS SERVICE

Номер: US20210010895A1
Автор: LABROT Olivier, MUSSOT Jean-Luc
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Method for leak testing a tank head, intended to be filled with a gas under high pressure and before it enters service, which head including at least two sealing devices, referred to as an inner and an outer sealing devices, which delimit there between an intermediate space into which opens a duct which communicates with the outside, such that: said test is carried out during the manufacture of the tank assembly, after fitting the tank head and before this tank is filled with high-pressure gas, pressurized gas is injected via the duct into the intermediate space between the two sealing devices, the gas injection is stopped at a given pressure, the value of said pressure is measured via said duct 1. Method for leak testing a tank head intended to be filled with a gas under high pressure , which head being fastened inside a boss located on a wall of said tank delimiting an inner chamber capable of receiving the gas and opening therein , and including inner and outer sealing devices which delimit therebetween an intermediate space into which opens a duct which passes through the tank head and communicates with an outside thereof , the method comprising:pressurized gas is injected via the duct into the intermediate space between the two sealing devices,the injection of gas is halted at a given pressure,the magnitude of said pressure is measured via said duct,{'b': '2', 'wherein said test is carried out during the manufacture of the tank assembly, constituted by said tank at least equipped with the tank head thereof, after fitting same and before this tank is filled with high-pressure gas,'}and if the measurement of the magnitude of said pressure indicates a drop thereof, the environment surrounding the head is tested from the outside to detect whether there is a gas leak originating from the outer seal.2. Method for leak testing a tank head according to claim 1 , wherein if the leak test is negative for the outer seal claim 1 , it is deduced that the inner seal is ...

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Номер записи: 10
17-04-2014 дата публикации

PRESSURE GAS CONTAINER AND VEHICLE INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20140103051A1
Автор: ISHIKAWA Yusuke, KANEZAKI Toshihiko, KAWASAKI Satoshi, MIYAGAWA Kazuo
Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

A pressure gas container includes a liner to store a gas, a reinforcing layer provided on an outer side of the liner, a boss attached to the liner, and an attachment attached to an outer surface of the liner. The boss has an opening through which the gas is introduced into the liner and through which the gas inside the liner is released. The attachment is to support the liner rotatably when the reinforcing layer is provided. At least one of the boss and the attachment has a gas release channel that allows communication between a gap formed between the outer side and an inner side of the reinforcing layer and a space outside the pressure gas container to release the gas having permeated through the liner and present in the gap between the liner and the reinforcing layer to the space. 1. A pressure gas container comprising:a liner to store a gas thereinside;a reinforcing layer provided on an outer side of the liner;a boss attached to the liner, the boss having an opening through which the gas is introduced into the liner and through which the gas inside the liner is released; andan attachment attached to an outer surface of the liner, the attachment being used to support the liner such that the liner is rotatable when the reinforcing layer is provided, at least one of the boss and the attachment having an accumulated gas release channel that allows communication between a gap formed between the outer side of the liner and an inner side of the reinforcing layer and a space outside the pressure gas container so as to release the gas having permeated through the liner and present in the gap between the liner and the reinforcing layer to the space outside the pressure gas container.2. The pressure gas container according to claim 1 ,wherein a gas permeation member that allows the gas in the gap between the liner and the reinforcing layer to permeate therethrough is disposed in the accumulated gas release channel3. The pressure gas container according to claim 1 ,wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 11
10-02-2022 дата публикации

SUPPORT DEVICE AND STORAGE CONTAINER FOR LIQUEFIED GAS

Номер: US20220042651A1
Автор: FOURNEL Jean-Luc
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A storage container for liquefied gas, having a first, inner tank extending in a horizontal longitudinal direction and configured to store the liquefied gas, a second, outer tank disposed around the first tank, the container having a device for supporting the first tank in the second tank, the support device having a fixed and rigid connection extending in a longitudinal direction (A) between one end of the second tank and an adjacent end of the first tank, the fixed and rigid connection including a set of walls forming back-and-forths in the longitudinal direction (A) to constitute a thermal insulation path between the second tank and the first tank, wherein the set of walls forming back-and-forths in the longitudinal direction (A) of the fixed and rigid connection has at least one wall made of titanium. 111.-. (canceled)12. A storage container for liquefied gas , comprising a first , inner tank extending in a horizontal longitudinal direction (A) and configured to store the liquefied gas , a second , outer tank disposed around the first tank with a vacuum insulated spacing between the first and the second tank , the container comprising a device for supporting the first tank in the second tank , the first tank configured to be maintained at a cryogenic temperature while the second equipment is configured to be maintained at a temperature higher than the temperature of the first equipment , the support device comprising a fixed and rigid connection extending in a longitudinal direction (A) between , on the one hand , one end of the second tank and , on the other hand , an adjacent end of the first tank , the fixed and rigid connection including a set of walls forming back-and-forths in the longitudinal direction (A) to constitute a thermal insulation path between , on the one hand , the second tank and , on the other hand , the first tank , wherein the set of walls forming back-and-forths in the longitudinal direction (A) of the fixed and rigid connection comprises ...

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Номер записи: 12
29-01-2015 дата публикации

GAS STORAGE AND DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH MONOLITHIC CARBON ADSORBENT

Номер: US20150027909A1
Автор: Carruthers J. Donald
Принадлежит: ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY MATERIALS, INC.

A pyrolyzed monolith carbon physical adsorbent that is characterized by at least one of the following characteristics: (a) a fill density measured for arsine gas at 25° C. and pressure of 650 torr that is greater than 400 grams arsine per liter of adsorbent; (b) at least 30% of overall porosity of the adsorbent including slit-shaped pores having a size in a range of from about 0.3 to about 0.72 nanometer, and at least 20% of the overall porosity including micropores of diameter<2 nanometers; and (c) having a bulk density of from about 0.80 to about 2.0 grams per cubic centimeter, preferably from 0.9 to 2.0 grams per cubic centimeter. 1. A gas package , comprising a vessel , a dispensing assembly coupled to the vessel for discharging gas therefrom , and monolithic carbon adsorbent in the vessel , wherein the monolithic carbon adsorbent has a bulk density of from 0.9 to 2.0 g/cm , a fill density measured for arsine gas at 25° C. and pressure of 650 torr that is greater than 400 g arsine per liter of adsorbent , and porosity at least 20% of which comprises pores of diameter below 2 nm.2. The gas package of claim 1 , wherein the vessel is of cylindrical form.3. The gas package of claim 1 , wherein the dispensing assembly comprises a valve head.4. The gas package of claim 3 , wherein the dispensing assembly comprises a pneumatically actuated valve.5. The gas package of claim 1 , wherein the monolithic carbon adsorbent comprises a pyrolyzate of a PVDC-based polymer.6. The gas package of claim 1 , comprising gas therein.7. The gas package of claim 6 , wherein said gas comprises a fluorine-containing compound.8. The gas package of claim 6 , wherein said gas comprises an organometallic compound.9. The gas package of claim 6 , wherein said gas comprises a hydride compound.10. The gas package of claim 6 , wherein said gas comprises a gas species selected from the group consisting of species selected from the group consisting of hydrides claim 6 , arsine claim 6 , phosphine ...

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Номер записи: 13
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FLUID CONTAINMENT

Номер: US20170030520A1
Автор: Hyde Roderick A., JR. Lowell L., Kare Jordin T., Wood
Принадлежит: ELWHA LLC

A storage container includes a wall structure defining an interior, where the interior is configured to contain a fluid. A portion of the wall structure is formed by a composite material. The composite material includes frozen water and a fibrous additive. 1. A method of making a wall structure for a container configured to contain a liquid , the method comprising:pouring a composite fluid into a cavity of a wall structure; andfreezing the composite fluid within the cavity to form a composite layer within the wall structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composite fluid includes water and an additive.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composite fluid has a freezing point below 0 degrees Celsius.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the wall structure comprises providing an inner wall and an outer wall claim 1 , wherein the cavity is provided between the inner and outer walls.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composite layer is a first composite layer claim 1 , further comprising:forming a second composite layer adjacent the first composite layer within the cavity.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising melting and refreezing adjacent portions of the first and second composite layers to join the first and second composite layers.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving an indication of a temperature of the composite layer; andselectively heating or cooling the composite layer based on the temperature of the composite layer.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving an indication of an amount of erosion of the composite layer; andselectively heating or cooling the composite layer based on the amount of erosion of the composite layer.9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving an indication of an amount of erosion of the composite layer; andproviding additional composite fluid to the composite layer based on the amount of erosion of the composite layer.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing ...

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Номер записи: 14
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Liquid Level Gauge for a Cryogenic Fluid Cylinder

Номер: US20160033082A1
Автор: Getter James M., Hrncir Robert E.
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A vertically-oriented cryogenic fluid cylinder includes an inner vessel for holding cryogenic fluid, an outer vessel surrounding the inner vessel, and a liquid level gauge for indicating a liquid level within the inner vessel. The liquid level gage includes a level indicator located outside of the outer vessel, a support arm extending down into the inner vessel, a swing arm pivotably secured to the support arm and connected to the level indicator so that angular position of the swing arm provides an indication of liquid level within the inner vessel on the level indicator, and a float on the swing arm that pivots the swing arm as the liquid level rises and lowers. The support arm forms an acute angle with the central longitudinal axis of the inner vessel so that the swing arm can be longer to move over a larger portion of the length of the inner vessel. 1. A cryogenic fluid storage vessel comprising , in combination:an inner vessel for holding cryogenic fluid;wherein the inner vessel is cylindrical shaped having a diameter and a central longitudinal axis perpendicular to the diameter;an outer vessel surrounding the inner vessel and forming an insulating space therebetween;a liquid level gauge including a gauge head secured to the outer vessel, a level indicator viewable from outside of the outer vessel, a support arm extending from the gauge head and extending into the inner vessel, a swing arm pivotably secured to a lower end of the support arm and operatively connected to the level indicator so that angular position of the swing arm provides an indication of liquid level within the inner vessel on the level indicator, and a float secured to the swing arm and configured to pivot the swing arm as level of the liquid within the inner vessel changes; andwherein a central longitudinal axis of the support arm forms an acute angle with the central longitudinal axis of the inner vessel.2. The cryogenic fluid cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the float is secured to ...

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Номер записи: 15
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Cryogenic Fluid Tank and Its Use

Номер: US20140117021A1
Автор: Barbier Francois, Quemerais Sophie
Принадлежит: L'Air Liquide Societe Anonyme Pour L'Etude Et L'Exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude

Cryogenic fluid tank for a launch rocket, comprising at least one wall delimiting a storage space for cryogenic fluid, said wall being provided, on at least part of the internal surface thereof, with thermal insulation comprising a so-called top layer intended to be in contact with the fluid stored in the storage space, characterized in that the top layer comprises an insulating material covered, on the face thereof intended to be in contact with the cryogenic fluid stored in the tank, with an impervious enclosure forming an impervious barrier between the cryogenic fluid stored and the insulating material, and in that the insulating material of the top layer is completely encapsulated in an impervious enclosure, that is to say the insulating material is covered by the impervious enclosure over its entire surface. 115-. (canceled)162. A cryogenic fluid tank for a launch rocket , comprising at least one wall delimiting a storage space for cryogenic fluid , said wall being provided , on at least part of the internal surface thereof , with thermal insulation comprising a so-called top layer intended to be in contact with the fluid stored in the storage space , characterized in that the top layer comprises an insulating material covered , on the face thereof intended to be in contact with the cryogenic fluid stored in the tank , with an impervious enclosure forming an impervious barrier between the cryogenic fluid stored and the insulating material , and in that the insulating material of the top layer () is completely encapsulated in an impervious enclosure.17. The tank of claim 16 , wherein the insulating material of the top layer is covered with the impervious enclosure only on the face thereof turned towards the inside of the storage space and in that claim 16 , at the periphery of the impervious material of the top layer claim 16 , the impervious enclosure is fixed to the wall of the tank in order to provide an impervious barrier between the cryogenic fluid stored ...

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Номер записи: 16
17-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DETECTING A LEAK IN A SEALED AND THERMALLY INSULATING TANK

Номер: US20220049818A1
Автор: BUGNICOURT Bertrand, Dupont Nicolas, Le Stang Jean-Yves, Spittael Laurent
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The invention relates to a method for detection of a leak from a tank for liquid gas, said tank comprising a membrane surrounding the liquid gas, the membrane being surrounded by an insulation space which separates the membrane from a wall, the insulation space being filled an inert gas which is injected and extracted by at least one duct. The detection method comprises the following steps: 1. A method for detection of a leak from a sealed , thermally insulating tank for liquid gas , said tank comprising a sealing membrane surrounding the liquid gas , the sealing membrane being surrounded by an insulation space which separates the sealing membrane from a support wall , which itself is sealed , the insulation space being filled with solid , thermally insulating materials and an inert gas , the insulation space being provided with at least one injection duct and at least one extraction duct in order to inject and extract the inert gas , the detection method comprising the following steps:determining a first variation of mass of inert gas between a first moment and a second moment, the first variation corresponding to the resultant of the total masses of inert gas added by the injection duct and removed by the extraction duct, between the first moment and the second moment;determining a first mass of inert gas in the insulation space at the first moment and second mass of inert gas in the insulation space at the second moment by means of measurements of the pressure and temperature in a free volume of the insulation space;calculating a second variation of mass of inert gas between the first moment and the second moment, corresponding to the difference between the second mass and the first mass of inert gas; andcomparing the first variation of mass of inert gas with the second variation of mass of inert gas, and triggering an alarm if a difference between the first variation and the second variation of mass of inert gas is greater than a first threshold.2. The method as ...

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Номер записи: 17
18-02-2021 дата публикации

WATER PIPE CLEANING SYSTEM USING HIGH-PRESSURE NITROGEN AND WATER PIPE CLEANING METHOD USING SAME

Номер: US20210046522A1
Автор: JEN Youn Ja, Kim Byung Jun
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A water pipe cleaning system using high-pressure nitrogen and a water pipe cleaning method using the same are provided. The water pipe cleaning system using high-pressure nitrogen includes: nitrogen pressure vessels containing high-pressure nitrogen therein; a main control unit gathering the high-pressure nitrogen from the nitrogen pressure vessels and controlling pressure of the high-pressure nitrogen; a feed piping device connected to an outlet of the main control unit and connected to an inlet of a pipe to be washed; and a discharge piping device connected to an outlet of the pipe and connected to a nitrogen discharging portion to discharge nitrogen discharged from the pipe to the outside. The main control unit is configured such that control modules are stacked on one another. Each of the control modules is configured such that the nitrogen pressure vessels are connected together in parallel, and has an individual outlet. 1. A water pipe cleaning system using high-pressure nitrogen , the system comprising:nitrogen pressure vessels containing high-pressure nitrogen therein;a main control unit gathering the high-pressure nitrogen from the nitrogen pressure vessels connected to each other in parallel and controlling pressure of the supplied high-pressure nitrogen;a feed piping device connected to an outlet of the main control unit and connected to an inlet of a pipe to be washed; anda discharge piping device connected to an outlet of the pipe to be washed and connected to a nitrogen discharging portion to discharge nitrogen discharged from the pipe to the outside,wherein the main control unit is configured such that control modules are stacked on one another,each of the control modules is configured such that the nitrogen pressure vessels are connected together in parallel, andeach of the control modules has an individual outlet.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control modules constituting the main control unit include:a casing having a setting space therein; ...

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Номер записи: 18
15-05-2014 дата публикации

PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR

Номер: US20140130896A1
Автор: MAYR Franz
Принадлежит: MAGNA STEYR FAHRZEUGTECHNIK AG & CO KG

A pressurized storage tank arrangement having at least two pressurized storage tanks, the at least two pressurized storage tanks being configured for connection to one another in a fluid-conducting manner via a connecting device. The at least two pressurized storage tanks are configured for connection to the connecting device in a fluid-conducting manner at a first and a second connecting section. 1. A pressurized storage tank arrangement , comprising:at least two pressurized storage tanks;a connecting device configured to connect the at least two pressurized storage tanks to one another respectively at a first connecting section and a second connecting section in a fluid-conducting manner.2. The pressurized storage tank arrangement of claim 1 , wherein:the first connecting sections of the at least two pressurized storage tanks are configured for connection to a first connecting element of the connecting device;the second connecting sections of the at least two pressurized storage tanks are configured for connection to a second connecting element of the connecting device; andthe first connecting element and the second connecting element are configured for connection to one another in a fluid-conducting manner exclusively via the pressurized storage tanks3. The pressurized storage tank arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the connecting device is of mechanically stable design.4. The pressurized storage tank arrangement of claim 2 , wherein:the connecting elements form a mechanically stable frame together with the at least two pressurized storage tanks; andmutually opposite ends of the at least two pressurized storage tanks are configured for connection in a fluid-conducting manner to respective connecting elements.5. The pressurized storage tank arrangement of claim 1 , further comprising fastening points configured to fasten the pressurized storage tank arrangement to a motor vehicle claim 1 , are formed exclusively on the connecting device.6. The pressurized storage ...

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Номер записи: 19
10-03-2022 дата публикации

TRANSPORT CONTAINER

Номер: US20220074550A1
Автор: POSSELT Heinz
Принадлежит: Linde GmbH

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

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Номер записи: 20
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Transport container and method

Номер: US20220082211A1
Автор: HEINZ Posselt, Jürgen BICHLMEIER
Принадлежит: Linde GmbH

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

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Номер записи: 21
04-03-2021 дата публикации

SHIELDING FOR SUPERCONDUCTING DEVICES

Номер: US20210068320A1
Автор: Bogorin Daniela Florentina, Bronn Nicholas Torleiv, GUMANN PATRYK, Hart Sean, JINKA OBLESH, Olivadese Salvatore Bernardo
Принадлежит:

Techniques regarding shielding one or more superconducting devices are provided. For example, one or more embodiments described herein can comprise an apparatus, which can comprise a multi-layer enclosure that shields a superconducting device from a magnetic field and radiation. Further, the multi-layer enclosure can comprise a superconducting material layer that can have a thickness that inhibits a penetration of the multi-layer enclosure by the magnetic field. The multi-layer enclosure can also comprise a metal layer adjacent to the superconducting material layer. The metal layer can have a high thermal conductivity that achieves thermalization with the superconducting material layer. Moreover, the multi-layer enclosure can comprise a radiation shield layer adjacent to the superconducting material layer. 1. An apparatus , comprising: a superconducting material layer having a thickness that inhibits a penetration of the multi-layer enclosure by the magnetic field;', 'a metal layer adjacent to the superconducting material layer, the metal layer having a high thermal conductivity that achieves thermalization with the superconducting material layer; and', 'a radiation shield layer adjacent to the superconducting material layer., 'a multi-layer enclosure that shields a superconducting device from a magnetic field and radiation, wherein the multi-layer enclosure comprises2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the multi-layer enclosure further comprises:a cryogenic magnetic shielding layer adjacent to the radiation shield layer, wherein the cryogenic magnetic shielding layer is wrapped light-tight around the radiation shield layer; anda superinsulation layer adjacent to the cryogenic magnetic shielding layer.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the superconducting material layer is deposited onto the metal layer claim 2 , wherein the radiation shield layer is deposited onto the superconducting material layer claim 2 , wherein the cryogenic magnetic shielding layer is ...

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Номер записи: 22
28-02-2019 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC STORAGE CONTAINER CLOSURE

Номер: US20190063688A1
Автор: McCormick Bruce
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A closure is configured for use with a portable cryogenic container or dewar, such as a dry vapor shipper (DVS). The closure has advanced insulating properties which enhances cryogen residence time and also minimizes negative effects on residence time when the dewar is placed on its side, such as during shipping. The closure includes a gas vent in the form of a fluid passage which is particularly sized to minimize thermal leakage and located away from the closure-to-neck interface. Embedded electronics can detect, record, and/or communicate information pertinent to a condition of the storage container in which the closure is installed 1. A closure for a cryogenic storage container having a storage cavity and a neck extending from the storage cavity to an open end , the closure having an outer perimeter that forms a fluid-tight seal with the neck of the container when the closure is in an installed position in the neck of the storage container.2. The closure of claim 1 , further comprising a hollow body and one or more super-insulating panels located within the hollow body and between the storage cavity and an exterior of the storage container when the closure is in the installed position.3. The closure of claim 2 , wherein the one or more super-insulating panels comprises an aerogel material.4. The closure of claim 2 , wherein the one or more super-insulating panels comprises a plurality of overlapping panels made from an aerogel material.5. The closure of claim 1 , further comprising a fluid passage fluidly connecting the storage cavity with an environment outside of the storage container when the closure is installed in the neck of the container claim 1 , the fluid passage having an end located at the storage cavity and away from and within the outer perimeter of the closure.6. The closure of claim 5 , wherein a ratio of a maximum cross-sectional area of the fluid passage to a minimum cross-sectional area of the neck is less than 0.20.7. The closure of claim 6 , ...

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Номер записи: 23
29-05-2014 дата публикации

PRESSURE VESSEL

Номер: US20140144866A1
Автор: CHOI Bong Won, Heo Seok Bong, Jeon Sang Jin, KIM Do-yeon, Kim Sung Chul
Принадлежит: ILJIN Composites Co., Ltd.

There is provided a pressure vessel. The pressure vessel may include a nozzle-boss comprising a neck part including a hollow portion and a flange part extended outward from the neck part, a liner coupled with the nozzle-boss to provide a space filled with a fluid therein, and a sealing part inserted into a lower end of the neck part to prevent a spillage of the fluid via a boundary between the nozzle-boss and the liner by preventing a direct contact between the fluid and the boundary. 1. A pressure vessel comprising:a nozzle-boss comprising a neck part including a hollow portion and a flange part extended outward from the neck part;a liner coupled with the nozzle-boss to provide a space filled with a fluid therein; anda sealing part inserted into a lower end of the neck part to prevent a spillage of the fluid via a boundary between the nozzle-boss and the liner by preventing a direct contact between the fluid and the boundary.2. The pressure vessel of claim 1 , wherein the sealing part comprises a contact-providing part in contact with the liner to increase an adhesive force between the liner and the nozzle-boss.3. The pressure vessel of claim 2 , wherein the contact-providing part is projected toward the liner.4. The pressure vessel of claim 2 , wherein the contact-providing part is projected while being depressed from a bottom surface of the sealing part and forming a certain pressure space.5. The pressure vessel of claim 4 , wherein an upper outer surface of the contact-providing part is formed to be inclined downwardly toward the outside in a radial direction.6. The pressure vessel of claim 2 , wherein the liner comprises a cover part covering a certain area of a bottom of the flange part and the flange part comprises an insertion space forming part covering an inner end of the cover part to form a certain insertion space inside the cover part claim 2 , andwherein the contact-providing part is closely attached to the insertion space.7. The pressure vessel of ...

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Номер записи: 24
28-02-2019 дата публикации

PRESSURE REGULATOR VENT GUARD AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20190064855A1
Автор: Blanchard Frederick W., Tartaglia Michael J.
Принадлежит: MARSHALL EXCELSIOR CO.

A pressure regulator vent guard configured to be in fluid communication with a non-working fluid chamber of a pressure regulator diaphragm. The pressure regulator vent guard includes a housing defining a compartment and a vent diaphragm configured to separate the housing compartment into a first vent chamber and a second vent chamber, the first vent chamber adapted to be in fluid communication with the non-working fluid chamber, and the second vent chamber in fluid communication with the atmosphere. The vent diaphragm seals the non-working fluid chamber from fluid communication with the atmosphere. 1. A pressure regulator vent guard configured to be in fluid communication with a non-working fluid chamber of a pressure regulator diaphragm , the pressure regulator vent guard comprising:a housing defining a compartment;a vent diaphragm configured to separate the housing compartment into a pressure response first vent chamber and an atmospheric second vent chamber, the first vent chamber adapted to be in fluid communication with the non-working fluid chamber, and the second vent chamber in fluid communication with an atmosphere;wherein the vent diaphragm is adapted to seal the non-working fluid chamber from fluid communication with the atmosphere; andwherein the vent diaphragm is adapted to move to increase or decrease a volume of the first vent chamber in response to changes in pressure in the non-working fluid chamber.2. The pressure regulator vent guard of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises a vent connector adapted to connect with a pressure regulator diaphragm inlet channel and to establish fluid communication between the pressure regulator vent guard and the non-working fluid chamber.3. The pressure regulator vent guard of claim 2 , wherein the housing comprises a cylindrical housing side wall connected at one end to a circular disc shaped housing base to define the compartment claim 2 , and a connector extending outwardly from the housing base claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 25
08-03-2018 дата публикации

CONNECTION FOR REFRIGERATED GAS STORAGE TANK

Номер: US20180066798A1
Автор: Blanchard John M., Butts Mark
Принадлежит: CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON COMPANY

A storage tank includes a tank roof and a tank sidewall. At least one opening is located in in at least one of the tank roof or the tank sidewall. A pipe extends through the at least one opening, the pipe having a sleeve assembly positioned around the pipe. The sleeve assembly also extends through the opening. The sleeve assembly includes a sleeve, at least one layer of insulation, and an inner flange. The inner flange is located on a first end of the sleeve and is coupled to the pipe. The sleeve, in turn is coupled to the tank such that the inner flange is located within the storage tank. The at least one layer of insulation is positioned in an annulus between the pipe and the sleeve. 112-. (canceled)13. A method comprising:forming a thermal distance piece having an annular flange on a first end of a sleeve;installing a first layer of insulation along a length of the sleeve, between the flange to a second end of the sleeve; andinstalling the thermal distance piece on a tank after installing the first layer of insulation.14. The method of claim 13 , further comprising installing a second layer of insulation along the length of the first layer of insulation prior to installing the thermal distance piece.15. The method of claim 13 , further comprising positioning the thermal distance piece on a pipe prior to installing the first layer of insulation.16. The method of claim 13 , wherein installing the thermal distance piece on the tank comprises:sliding a pipe having the thermal distance piece disposed thereon into an opening of the tank;positioning the thermal distance piece in the opening of the tank, such that at least a portion of the thermal distance piece is disposed inside the tank, wherein a connection of the sleeve to the pipe is located inside the tank; andconnecting the sleeve of the thermal distance piece to the tank.17. The method of claim 16 , further comprising installing a vapor barrier layer on the thermal distance piece claim 16 , thereby preventing ...

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Номер записи: 26
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Cover for Gas Cylinder Tap

Номер: US20170067601A1
Автор: Lamiable Morgan, Schmitz Jean-Claude
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The invention is directed to a cover () for a tap of a gas cylinder (), comprising a shell () for housing the tap; and a hook () pivotally mounted on the shell (), configured for securing the gas cylinder () to a horizontal bar (). The shell () comprises reservations () on its external surface configured for receiving the hook () in a folded position so as to generally conform to said external surface. The invention is also directed to a gas storage assembly comprising a gas cylinder (), a tap and a cover (). 118-. (canceled)19. A cover for a tap of a gas cylinder , comprising:a shell for housing the tap; anda hook pivotally mounted on the shell, configured for securing the gas cylinder to a horizontal bar; 'reservations on the external surface thereof configured for receiving the hook in a folded position, so as to generally conform to said external surface.', 'wherein the shell comprises20. The cover according to claim 19 , wherein the hook comprises:two arms pivotally mounted at one end on the shell and linked together by a connecting bar, said arms extending in an arcuate manner from the pivot ends thereof until a vertical half portion of the shell that is opposite to the pivot when said hook is in the folded position.21. The cover according to claim 20 , wherein the connection bar comprises: 'a cut-out in said bar.', 'hand gripping means for facilitating unfolding of the hook, said gripping means comprising22. The cover according to claim 19 , wherein the shell comprises: between 30° and 60°; and', 'between 40° and 50°., 'an upper half-shell and a lower half-shell, said half-shells being joined together along a contact plane that forms an angle with a vertical direction comprised of one of the following ranges23. The cover according to claim 22 , wherein the hook is pivotally mounted on the lower half-shell claim 22 , said lower half-shell comprising:the reservations receiving said hook in the folded position.24. The cover according to claim 22 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 27
12-06-2014 дата публикации

Cryogenic Storage Container, Storage Device, and Methods of Using the Same

Номер: US20140157798A1
Автор: Hoult Barry B., Jimenez-Rios Jorge L., Nichols Shawn, Philhower Scott K., Woodard Bryan D.
Принадлежит:

A device for the cryopreservation and/or vitrification of a biological sample in a freezing medium is described. The device preferably comprises a bath for receiving a vessel containing a biological sample in liquid-phase nitrogen. In one example, the bath includes a first member extending generally vertically from a bottom wall portion which divides the interior chamber of the bath into a first sub-chamber adapted for receiving a volume of cryogenic freezing medium and a second or overflow sub-chamber adapted to receive freezing medium from the first sub-chamber. A second member extends generally horizontally between the sidewall portions of the bath and includes at least one opening for receiving a biological sample-containing vessel(s). A kit including a cryogenic storage device and a vessel is also described. 1. A cryogenic storage device comprising:a container comprising a bottom wall portion and at least two side wall portions, the bottom and side wall portions forming an interior chamber and wherein the container comprises an inner surface and an outer surface,a thermal insulating material covering at least a portion of one or both of the inner and outer surfaces of the container;a first member having a surface extending generally vertically from the bottom wall portion of the container and dividing the interior chamber into a first sub-chamber adapted for receiving a volume of cryogenic freezing medium and a second sub-chamber;a second member having a surface extending generally horizontally between the sidewall portions of the container into the first sub-chamber, wherein the generally horizontal surface comprises at least one opening formed therein configured to receive one or more biological sample-containing vessels.2. The device of wherein the container comprises a generally bowl-shaped reservoir or bath.3. The device of wherein the container comprises plastic or metal.4. The device of wherein the insulating material comprises at least one of ...

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Номер записи: 28
19-06-2014 дата публикации

HYDROGEN SUPPLY APPARATUS OF FUEL CELL SYSTEM

Номер: US20140166121A1
Автор: BAN Hyeonseok, Jung Sekwon, KWON Bu Kil, Lee Hyun Joon, Noh Yong Gyu
Принадлежит: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

A hydrogen supply apparatus of the fuel cell system includes a hydrogen tank and a pressure discharge line. The hydrogen tank is configured to store high-pressure hydrogen. A hydrogen supply line connected with a stack is disposed in the hydrogen tank. A pressure control valve configured to control hydrogen pressure of an anode of the stack is disposed in the hydrogen supply line. The pressure discharge line has a pressure relief valve and is disposed at the anode of the stack and a path connected thereto. The pressure discharge line is connected to an air supply line of the stack. 1. A hydrogen supply apparatus of a fuel cell system , comprising:a hydrogen tank configured to store high-pressure hydrogen, wherein a hydrogen supply line connected with a stack is disposed in the hydrogen tank, and a pressure control valve configured to control hydrogen pressure of an anode of the stack is disposed in the hydrogen supply line; anda pressure discharge line having a pressure relief valve disposed at the anode of the stack and a path connected thereto, the pressure discharge line being connected to an air supply line of the stack.2. The hydrogen supply apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:an air blower and a humidifier are disposed in the air supply line, and the pressure discharge line is connected to the air supply line between the air blower and the humidifier.3. The hydrogen supply apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:an air blower and a humidifier are disposed in the air supply line, and the pressure discharge line is connected to the air supply line between the humidifier and the stack.4. A hydrogen supply apparatus of a fuel cell system claim 1 , comprising:a hydrogen tank configured to store high-pressure hydrogen, wherein a hydrogen supply line connected with a stack is disposed in the hydrogen tank, and a pressure control valve configured to control hydrogen pressure of an anode of the stack is disposed in the hydrogen supply line; anda pressure discharge line having a ...

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Номер записи: 29
19-06-2014 дата публикации

Tank for Fluid

Номер: US20140166663A1
Автор: Dybwad Kare, Przybylski Michal Stanislaw, Sele Arne
Принадлежит: Aker Engineering & Technology AS

A tank for storing fluid, especially hydrocarbons including low temperature liquefied natural gas. The tank comprises tank walls defining an interior tank space, wherein at least one beam is provided in the interior tank space having at least one beam end connected to the tank wall. The at least one recess is provided in the tank wall for receiving the beam end for anchoring to the tank wall. 1. A tank for hydrocarbons including low temperature liquefied natural gas , wherein the tank comprises tank walls defining an interior tank space , wherein at least one beam is provided in the interior tank space having at least one beam end connected to the tank wall ,further wherein at least one recess is provided in the tank wall for receiving the at least one beam end for anchoring to the tank wall.2. A tank in accordance with claim 1 ,wherein the at least one recess has a configuration providing anchorage for the at least one beam end.3. A tank in accordance with or claim 1 ,wherein the at least one recess has a mouth in the tank wall facing the interior space of the tank, wherein a profile of the at least one beam end to be received in the at least one recess fits into the size of mouth.4. A tank in accordance with claim 3 ,wherein locking means are provided for anchoring the at least one beam end to the tank wall.5. A tank in accordance with claim 4 ,wherein the locking means are constituted by at least one wedge element to be inserted into the at least one recess securing the at least one beam end to the tank wall.6. A tank in accordance with claim 5 ,wherein the locking means is provided to be inserted through the mouth or an end portion of the at least one recess.7. A tank in accordance with claim 1 ,wherein the at least one recess has a profile corresponding essentially to a profile of the at least one beam end and the mouth of the at least one recess is sized smaller than an end portion of the at least one beam end, wherein the at least one beam end is to enter the ...

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Номер записи: 30
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Reducing Pressure Spikes During Hydrogen Dispensing

Номер: US20160091143A1
Автор: Cohen Joseph Perry
Принадлежит: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS, INC.

A method for lessening an initial pressure spike in a receiving tank caused by high pressure residual H-containing gas contained between a control valve and a block valve when dispensing the residual H-containing gas into the receiving tank. The block valve is briefly closed before the pressure in the transfer line decreases below a set pressure, thereby lessening the pressure spike in the receiving tank. 6. The method of wherein the block valve is closed in step (b) for at least 0.1 seconds prior to opening the block valve in step (c).7. The method of wherein P>60 MPa.8. The method of further comprising:sensing pressure representative of a pressure in the receiving tank with a pressure sensor;wherein the block valve is closed in step (b) responsive to a signal from the pressure sensor.9. The method of wherein the control valve is a pressure control valve.10. The method of wherein P>3 Por wherein P>5 P.11. The method of further comprising:{'sub': '2', 'sensing pressure representative of a pressure of the residual H-containing gas contained between the control valve and the block valve with a pressure sensor subsequent to opening the block valve in step (a);'}{'sub': '2', 'wherein the block valve is closed in step (b) responsive to a signal from the pressure sensor sensing the pressure representative of the pressure of the residual H-containing gas.'}12. The method of further comprising:providing a controller operatively connected to the block valve;wherein opening and closing of the block valve is controlled by the controller.13. The method of whereinthe controller is operatively disposed to receive signals from a pressure sensor sensing pressure representative of a pressure in the receiving tank;and wherein the controller controls the opening and closing of the block valve responsive to the signals from the pressure sensor sensing the pressure representative of the pressure in the receiving tank.14. The method of wherein:{'sub': '2', 'the controller is operatively ...

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Номер записи: 31
21-03-2019 дата публикации

HEALTH TREATMENT LN SUPPLY

Номер: US20190086033A1
Автор: Starkweather Michael W., STEAD ANDREW
Принадлежит:

A method of distributing liquid nitrogen (LN) to a first and second health treatment unit, with respective first and second owners at first and second addresses respectively, for exposing a user to cryotherapy temperatures, the method comprising: a) detecting a low LN level at the first and second health treatment units; b) sending a low LN alert from the first and second health treatment units at a tracking center; c) issue a first and second LN purchase orders to a first and second LN supplier for the first and second owners respectively; d) sending, from the tracking center, a first and second unique code to the first and second health treatment units and the first and second LN suppliers respectively; and e) making a delivery of LN from the first and LN supplier to the first and second owners at the first and second respective addresses after the first and second unique codes are provided to the first and second health treatment units respectively. 1. A method of distributing liquid nitrogen (LN) to a first and second health treatment unit , with respective first and second owners at first and second addresses respectively , for exposing a user to cryotherapy temperatures , the method comprising:a) detecting a low LN level at the first and second health treatment units;b) sending a low LN alert from the first and second health treatment units at a tracking center;c) requesting from the tracking center a first and second LN payment from the first and second owners respectively;d) making a first and second LN payment by the first and second owners for replenishing LN at the first and second health treatment units respectively;e) receiving a record of the first and second LN payments at the tracking center;f) issue a first and second LN purchase orders to a first and second LN supplier for the first and second owners;g) arranging a delivery date between the first and second LN supplier and the first and second owners respectively;h) making a deliver of LN from the ...

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Номер записи: 32
05-05-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STORING LIQUID HYDROGEN

Номер: US20220136656A1
Автор: CLARKE John-Paul, Gliner Loris, Hinchen John T., Kalow Jonathan, Koukina Elena
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure provides a storage system comprising a storage tank configured to store fuel at a cryogenic temperature for a predetermined amount of time. The storage tank may have a plurality of layers comprising: a first layer comprising a pressure vessel for containing the fuel at a pressurized state; a second layer comprising insulation for the first layer; a third layer comprising a vapor barrier; and a fourth layer comprising a shell configured to maintain a rigidity of the storage tank.

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Номер записи: 33
26-06-2014 дата публикации

FILLER-NECK COUPLING

Номер: US20140175790A1
Автор: Brücklmeier Martin, Reese Wilfried-Henning, Szardenings Roland
Принадлежит:

Described as a filler-tank coupling, exhibiting 1. A filler-neck coupling , comprisinga) a coupling plug,b) in which is arranged an axially movable conduit,c) a corresponding to the coupling plug,d) wherein the conduit extends beyond the parting plane into the coupling socket in the coupled state, so that a media opening provided in the front area of the conduit becomes aligned with the inlet opening of a media line arranged in the coupling socket, ande) Means for connecting to the coupling plug and the coupling socket,characterized in thatf) the conduit has an insulated design,g) a first insulating body is arranged at the front end of the conduit,h) the coupling socket exhibits a second insulating body that can move in an axial direction and corresponds to the first insulating body, andi) the conduit, first insulating body and second insulating body are sealed gastight.2. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 1 , characterized in that the second insulating body is spring-loaded in design.3. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 1 , characterized in that means for determining the position of the conduit are provided.4. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 1 , characterized in that the means for joining the coupling plug and coupling socket are designed as a detachable screwed connection and/or a bracing.5. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 4 , characterized in that the bracing is designed as a ball-in-groove bracing or mold-in-groove bracing.6. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 1 , characterized in that means for heating and/or cooling are allocated to the coupling plug and/or coupling socket.7. (canceled)8. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 1 , characterized in that the filler-neck coupling is present in a storage device.9. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 8 , characterized in that the filler-neck coupling assists in filling the storage device.10. The filler-neck coupling according to claim 8 , ...

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Номер записи: 34
28-04-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GAS FLOW FROM CYLINDERS

Номер: US20160116114A1
Автор: Fowler Zachary, Gamard Stephan, Gunay Murat, Oetinger Paul
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A device that can be attached to the outlet of a gas cylinder, which can monitor and display in digital or analog form the pressure of the gas in the cylinder and the interval of time remaining until the amount of gas in the cylinder will reach a predetermined lower threshold at a given flow. 1. A device for controlling the flow of a gas from a gas container , comprising:a gas flow passageway through the device and having an inlet and an outlet, wherein the inlet is configured to be sealingly attached to the gas container to receive the gas from the gas container;a gas flow valve disposed in the passageway and capable of controllably closing or opening the passageway to the flow of gas therethrough;a manually operable selector operatively connected to the valve to enable adjustment of the position of the valve to a closed position and one or more open positions by movement of the selector;a pressure sensor capable of detecting the pressure of the gas in the gas container when the device is sealingly attached to the container and further capable of generating an electronic signal corresponding to the detected pressure;an electronic display capable of displaying information in digital and/or analog form;an electronic alarm capable of being actuated to signify the presence of an alarm state audibly, visibly, or both audibly and visibly during the administering of the gas from the gas container, the electronic alarm further capable of being deactivated during a gas container fill process and reactivated upon refilling of the gas container with the gas; andelectronic control connected to the gas flow control, the pressure sensor, the electronic display, and the alarm, which is capable of detecting the position setting of the valve, detecting from the pressure sensor at periodic predetermined time frequencies the pressure of the gas in the gas container, calculating as a function of the detected position setting and the detected periodic pressures the interval of time ...

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Номер записи: 35
26-04-2018 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC FLUID SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME

Номер: US20180112826A1
Автор: Popadiuc Peter
Принадлежит: Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc.

A cryogenic fluid system includes a vessel and a pumping system positioned for submerging within cryogenic fluid within the vessel. The pumping system includes an electric drive structured to move a pumping element within a pumping chamber to pump cryogenic fluid out of the vessel. A cooling jacket forms a heat exchange cavity about the electric drive such that heat is rejected externally of the storage vessel. 1. A cryogenic fluid system comprising:a cryogenic fluid storage vessel having a cryogenic fluid outlet formed therein;a pumping system positioned within the cryogenic fluid storage vessel, and including a housing having a pumping inlet fluidly connected with an interior volume of the cryogenic fluid storage vessel, a pumping outlet structured to fluidly connect with the cryogenic fluid outlet, and a pumping chamber fluidly between the pumping inlet and the pumping outlet;the pumping system further including a pumping element movable within the pumping chamber to transition cryogenic fluid from the pumping inlet to the pumping outlet, and an electric drive structured to actuate the pumping element; andthe pumping system further including a cooling jacket forming a heat exchange cavity about the electric drive for conveying cryogenic fluid in heat transference contact with the electric drive.2. The system of wherein the electric drive includes a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element inductively coupled with the first electromagnetic element claim 1 , and the cooling jacket envelops the first electromagnetic element but not the second electromagnetic element.3. The system of wherein the heat exchange cavity is positioned fluidly between the pumping inlet and the pumping outlet claim 2 , such that the cryogenic fluid transitioned to the pumping outlet is conveyed through the heat exchange cavity to exchange heat with the electric drive.4. The system of further comprising a vaporizer and an outlet conduit coupling the cryogenic fluid ...

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Номер записи: 36
26-04-2018 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC FLUID SYSTEM FOR MACHINE, AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME

Номер: US20180112829A1
Автор: Popadiuc Peter
Принадлежит: Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc.

A cryogenic fluid system such as a cryogenic fuel system for an engine includes a storage vessel, and a pumping mechanism with a pump positioned inside the storage vessel to be submerged in fluid stored therein. The system further includes a reciprocable pumping element operated by way of a drive mechanism including a rotatable driving element and a magnetic coupling operably between the rotatable driving element and the reciprocable pumping element. 1. A machine system comprising:a machine;a cryogenic fluid system including a cryogenic storage vessel, and a pumping mechanism structured to pump stored cryogenic fluid from the cryogenic storage vessel for supplying to the machine;the pumping mechanism including a pump positioned inside the cryogenic storage vessel and having a pump housing, a reciprocable pumping element movable in a first direction to receive stored cryogenic fluid into the pump housing and in a second direction to discharge stored cryogenic fluid from the pump housing, and a drive mechanism for actuating the reciprocable pumping element;the drive mechanism including a rotatable driving element positioned outside the cryogenic storage vessel, a rotatable driven element positioned inside the cryogenic storage vessel, and a magnetic coupling structured to transfer torque between the rotatable driving element and the rotatable driven element; andthe drive mechanism further including a rotary to linear motion converter coupled between the rotatable driven element and the reciprocable pumping element to apply a linear force to the reciprocable pumping element in response to torque applied to the rotatable driven element by the magnetic coupling.2. The system of wherein the rotary to linear motion converter includes a driving surface fixed to rotate with the rotatable driven element and defining an axis of rotation claim 1 , and a driven surface fixed to reciprocate with the reciprocable pumping element and in contact with the driving surface.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 37
05-05-2016 дата публикации

TANK CONTAINER FOR TRANSPORT AND STORAGE OF CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES

Номер: US20160123533A1
Автор: Mihael GRUDEN, Milan ZRIM
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The invention relates to a tank container () for the transport and storage of cryogenic liquefied gas, comprising a framework () and a cylindrical vessel () connected to the frames work (), wherein the vessel () is covered by a superinsulation arrangement () based on an aerogel composition, and the vessel () is connected to the framework () by a clamping device () which is adapted to allow for a relative movement between the framework () and the vessel () due to thermal expansion or contraction of the vessel (). 1. A tank container comprising a vessel covered by an insulation arrangement , and a framework; wherein the vessel is connected to the framework by a clamping device which comprises a sandwich structure with at least one first plate element connected to the framework , at least one second plate element connected to the vessel , and an insulating plate element arranged between the first and the second plate element , wherein the first , second and insulating plate elements each have at least one opening , and wherein the first , second and insulating plate elements are interconnected by a joint element traversing corresponding openings of the first , second and insulating plate elements.2. Tank container of claim 1 , wherein the sandwich structure comprises at least one stabilizing plate element in addition to the first plate element claim 1 , second plate element claim 1 , and insulating plate element; wherein the stabilizing plate element is not directly connected to either the vessel or the framework.3. Tank container of claim 1 , wherein the sandwich structure comprises at least one pair of sandwiching plate elements which sandwich the first and second plate elements claim 1 , at least one head element external to each sandwiching plate element claim 1 , an insulating plate element arranged between at least one of the head elements and the corresponding sandwiching plate element claim 1 , wherein the joint element secures the sandwich structure by ...

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Номер записи: 38
05-05-2016 дата публикации

ANTI-FROST CAP FOR LIQUID NITROGEN CONTAINERS OR OTHER COLD CONDENSED GASES

Номер: US20160123539A1
Автор: MIKI YOSHIDA Mario
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The present invention refers to a cylindrical cavity or cap, which prevents the condensation and the crystallization of water vapor or other possible compounds present in the air, around the outlet vent of a container having condensate gas. It prevents the condensation and the crystallization of frost or other compounds because of the formation of an environment free of other compounds around the outlet vent with gases from their own evaporation of the condensate gases in the container 1. An anti-frost cap for containers of liquid nitrogen or other cold condensed gases , comprising:{'b': 105', '100', '10', '1', '3', '2', '11', '3', '2, 'a hollow body having a wall with a cylindrical shape; a closed end; an open end; a lower rim () including at least three taps () having a square shape and having a thickness equal to the thickness of the wall; the internal diameter () of the anti-frost cap () is equal to or greater than twice a diameter of the outlet vent () of the container (); and having an internal height () of the anti-frost cap is equal or greater than twice a height of the outlet vent () of the container ().'}25. The anti-frost cap for containers of liquid nitrogen or other cold condensate gas according to claim 1 , wherein the wall () is made of a rigid material (glass claim 1 , plastic claim 1 , ceramic) in an external face and is coated internally with an insulating material.310010310562. The anti-frost cap for containers of liquid nitrogen or other cold condensate gas cap according to claim 1 , wherein the taps () create at least three openings () between the rim () of the cap and the top surface () of the container ().41031056232. The anti-frost cap for containers of liquid nitrogen or other cold condensate gas according to claim 3 , wherein the openings () between the rim () of the cap and the top surface () of the container () have the sum their of areas equal to or greater than twice the outlet vent () of the container (). The present invention relates ...

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Номер записи: 39
11-05-2017 дата публикации

GROUND LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS STORAGE TANK AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Номер: US20170130898A1
Автор: CHUN In Soo, JEONG Se Hwan, KIM Dae Soon, Lee Dong Ju, SHIN Dong Kyu, SHIN Sang Beom
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The present invention includes: an independent tank constituting an inner tank to store a storage material therein; at least one sandwich plate modularized and manufactured include a metal plate provided in a pair opposite to each other, the metal plates having a reinforcing material formed therebetween, and a filler filled between the metal plates, the at least one sandwich plate surrounding the outer surface of the independent tank to constitute an outer tank; and an external reinforcing member formed on the outer surface of the sandwich plate. 1. A ground liquefied natural gas storage tank comprising:an independent tank in which a space for storing a storage material is formed to constitute an inner tank;at least one sandwich plate modularized and manufactured to comprise a metal plate provided in a pair opposite to each other, the metal plates having a reinforcing material formed therebetween, and a filler filled between the metal plates, the at least one sandwich plate surrounding the outer surface of the independent tank to constitute an outer tank; andan external reinforcing member formed on an outer surface of the sandwich plate.2. The ground liquefied natural gas storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the independent tank is located over a heat insulation structure installed on the ground in a state in which the independent tank has been completely manufactured claim 1 , andthe modularized sandwich plate is transported and then installed to surround the outer surface of the independent tank that has been completely manufactured.3. The ground liquefied natural gas storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the independent tank comprises a holding part formed to extend outward from the bottom at a lower corner of the independent tank.4. The ground liquefied natural gas storage tank of claim 2 , wherein the independent tank comprises a holding part formed outward of a surface connected to the heat insulation structure.5. The ground liquefied natural gas storage tank of ...

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Номер записи: 40
23-04-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR THERMALLY INSULATING AN EVACUABLE CONTAINER

Номер: US20200124231A1
Автор: Asbahr Hark-Oluf, GEISLER Matthias, HERR Ann-Kathrin, MEIER Dominik, MENG Andreas, Menzel Frank, SCHÄFFNER Dirk, SCHULTZ Thorsten
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Method for thermal insulation of an evacuable container comprising an inner container, an outer container and a cavity disposed between the inner container and the outer container, wherein said method comprises 19-. (canceled)10. A method for thermally insulating an evacuable container comprising an inner container , an outer container and a cavity disposed between the inner container and the outer container , wherein the cavity is provided to receive a thermally insulating particulate material; and wherein the method for providing the cavity with the thermally insulating particulate material comprises the steps of: evacuating the cavity; filling the cavity with the thermally insulating particulate material; compressing the thermally insulating particulate material in the cavity; evacuating the cavity; and sealing the cavity; wherein:a) a vacuum pump is used to reduce pressure in the cavity and after achieving a first value of the pressure, connection between the cavity and the vacuum pump is interrupted;b) subsequently making a connection from a reservoir container of the thermally insulating particulate material to a filling opening provided in the region of the cavity;c) setting the evacuable container into motion, wherein the thermally insulating particulate material flows into the cavity according to a) and the pressure in the cavity increases due to air introduced with the thermally insulating particulate material;d) terminating the filling at a second value of the pressure by interrupting the connection from the cavity to the reservoir container;e) repeating step a), wherein the output of the vacuum pump with which the cavity is deaerated is controlled such that the profile over time of the mass flow exiting from the cavity of air introduced with the thermally insulating particulate material is at a maximum;f) subsequently repeating steps b)-e) until desired degree of filling is reached; andg) as the final step sealing the evacuated cavity.11. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 41
14-08-2014 дата публикации

Integrated Cryogenic Fluid Delivery System

Номер: US20140223924A1
Автор: Davis David, Gustafson Erik, Gustafson Keith, Murray Peter, Patelczyk Jeff, Sable Michael, Serentill Luis
Принадлежит: Chart Inc.

An integrated cryogenic fluid delivery system includes a cryogenic liquid tank having an interior, a wall and a geometry. The interior of the cryogenic liquid tank contains a supply of cryogenic liquid. A fuel pickup line is positioned within the interior of the tank and is in fluid communication with a vaporizer so that the vaporizer receives and vaporizes cryogenic liquid from the tank. The vaporizer is positioned outside of the tank and is secured to the wall. The vaporizer also has a shape that conforms with the geometry of the tank. 1. An integrated cryogenic fluid delivery system comprising:a) a tank having an interior, a wall and a geometry;b) a fuel pickup line positioned within the interior of the tank;c) a vaporizer in fluid communication with the fuel pickup line;d) said vaporizer positioned outside of the tank secured to the wall and having a shape that conforms with the geometry of the tank.2. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of further comprising a shroud attached to the wall of the tank and generally surrounding the vaporizer so as to provide a protected region for crash resistance.3. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of wherein the vaporizer is a shell and tube heat exchanger having a shell that conforms with the geometry of the tank.4. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of wherein the tank is cylindrical and the shell is semi-circular.5. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of wherein the vaporizer includes a cryogenic fluid internal tube and a warming fluid internal tube and wherein the cryogenic fluid and warming fluid internal tubes feature circular helix geometries.6. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of wherein the vaporizer includes a cryogenic fluid internal tube and a warming fluid internal tube and wherein the cryogenic fluid and warming fluid internal tubes feature circular helix geometries.7. The cryogenic fluid delivery system of wherein the wall of the tank is a first head and wherein the vaporizer includes a second head attached ...

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Номер записи: 42
25-05-2017 дата публикации

COMPACT INSERT DESIGN FOR CRYOGENIC PRESSURE VESSELS

Номер: US20170146193A1
Автор: Aceves Salvador M., Espinosa-Loza Francisco, Ledesma-Orozco Elias Rigoberto, Petitpas Guillaume, Switzer Vernon A.
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A pressure vessel apparatus for cryogenic capable storage of hydrogen or other cryogenic gases at high pressure includes an insert with a parallel inlet duct, a perpendicular inlet duct connected to the parallel inlet. The perpendicular inlet duct and the parallel inlet duct connect the interior cavity with the external components. The insert also includes a parallel outlet duct and a perpendicular outlet duct connected to the parallel outlet duct. The perpendicular outlet duct and the parallel outlet duct connect the interior cavity with the external components. 1. A pressure vessel apparatus for cryogenic capable storage of hydrogen or other cryogenic gases at high pressure and for connection to external components , comprising:a pressure container having a central axis;an interior cavity in said pressure container;an internally threaded opening in said pressure container, said internally threaded opening interfacing with said inner cavity;a two-piece insert adapted to be threadedly secured in said internally threaded opening in said pressure container; said two-piece insert includinga first piece outer cylinder witha first piece outer cylinder parallel inlet duct in said first piece outer cylinder of said insert that is parallel with said central axis;a first piece outer cylinder perpendicular inlet duct in said first piece outer cylinder of said insert connected to said first piece outer cylinder parallel inlet duct in said first piece outer cylinder of said insert, wherein said first piece outer cylinder perpendicular inlet duct is perpendicular to said central axis and wherein said first piece outer cylinder perpendicular inlet duct and said first piece outer cylinder parallel inlet duct are connected;a first piece outer cylinder parallel outlet duct in said first piece outer cylinder of said insert that is parallel with said central axis; anda first piece outer cylinder perpendicular outlet duct connected to said first piece outer cylinder parallel outlet ...

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Номер записи: 43
02-06-2016 дата публикации

TRANSPORTATION AND/OR STORAGE DEVICE COMPRISING A DOUBLE-WALLED INSULATING BULB

Номер: US20160153614A1
Автор: Cognard Eric
Принадлежит: ST REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A transportation and/or storage device comprising a cap and an external packaging structure with curved outer contours and a double-walled insulating bulb. The invention can be used for transportation and/or storage of products conserved at very low temperatures by means of a liquefied fled gas, such as liquid nitrogen, and entails a reduced number of components, low manufacturing cost and permits single-use utilization. 1. A device for transporting and/or storing products comprising:an external packaging structure comprising a wall portion connecting a bottom wall to a neck portion, wherein the neck portion comprises an upper opening and wherein the wall portion comprises a vertical profile that is generally perpendicular to the bottom wall, wherein at least a portion of the vertical profile is circular, elliptical, parabolic or hyperbolic in shape;an insulating bulb suspended within the external packaging structure, the insulating bulb comprising an upper neck and a body formed from an inner wall and an outer wall enclosing an internal volume; andan attachment structure operatively connecting the interior of the upper neck and the neck portion of the external packaging structure to suspend the bulb within the external packaging structure.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the attachment structure allows the passage of materials from the exterior of the external packaging structure into the insulating bulb while suspended.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the attachment structure is coupled to the interior of the upper neck of the bulb through a sleeve.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the wall portion comprises a single unitary uninterrupted claim 1 , unfolded surface.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the external packaging structure further defines a central axis.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the external packaging structure is generally radially symmetric around the central axis.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein a horizontal cross section of the ...

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Номер записи: 44
15-09-2022 дата публикации

HIGH PRESSURE GAS TANK

Номер: US20220290817A1
Автор: DUQUET Clément, GODARD Yannick, GRENET Clément, MOUSSIER Aldric
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A storage tank comprises a gas storage chamber and at least one device to hold a component in the storage chamber. 1. A pressurized gas storage tank comprising:a gas storage chamber; andat least one holding device configured to hold a component in the gas storage chamber.2. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the gas storage chamber has a shape defined around a central longitudinal axis claim 1 , chosen between a shape with a circular claim 1 , oval claim 1 , square section with or without rounded corners claim 1 , or rectangular with or without rounded corners claim 1 , the at least one holding device being configured to hold the component in one of the following configurations:the component is held substantially on the central longitudinal axis, orthe component is offset in relation to the central longitudinal axis.3. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 1 , comprising a wall having an inner surface delimiting the gas storage chamber claim 1 , wherein the at least one holding device is connected to the inner surface by at least three points of contact.4. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one holding device is connected to the inner surface at a continuous circumferential line of contact extending around an entire circumference of the inner surface.5. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one holding device comprises a holding portion configured to receive the component claim 3 , and at least one connecting portion that connects the holding portion to the inner surface.6. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 5 , wherein the at least one connecting portion is elastically deformable.7. The pressurized gas storage tank according to claim 5 , wherein the at least one connecting portion comprises only one connecting portion extending circumferentially around the holding portion claim 5 , the one connecting portion being ...

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Номер записи: 45
15-09-2022 дата публикации

Energy Storage Using Spherical Pressure Vessel Assembly

Номер: US20220290818A1
Автор: Muldoon Kellen J., Muldoon Thomas J.
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Systems and methods for improving the efficacy of a wind turbine farm by providing a mechanical compressed air energy storage solution to provide power to the grid when electricity demand requires it. Specifically, a system for storing compressed air energy recovered from a wind turbine driven compressor. The system can include a primary spherical pressure vessel configured for fluid communication with a compressed air source and a secondary spherical pressure vessel in fluid communication with the primary spherical pressure vessel. Air stored in the pressure vessels can then be discharged to a combustion power generator to generate supplemental electrical energy or through a turbo expander to directly generate electricity. 1. A system for storing compressed air energy recovered from a wind turbine driven compressor , the system comprising:a primary spherical pressure vessel configured for fluid communication with a compressed air source; andone or more secondary spherical pressure vessels in fluid communication with the primary spherical pressure vessel;wherein the primary spherical pressure vessel and the one or more secondary spherical pressure vessels are configured to store compressed air up to 15,000 psi.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the primary pressure vessel and the one or more secondary spherical pressure vessels are configured to store compressed air of at least 4 claim 1 ,000 psi.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein walls of the primary spherical pressure vessel and the one or more secondary spherical pressure vessels comprise steel.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of metal pellets stored within at least one of the primary spherical pressure vessel or one of the one or more secondary spherical pressure vessels.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more secondary spherical pressure vessels includes a plurality of secondary spherical pressure vessels claim 1 , wherein each one of the plurality of secondary spherical ...

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Номер записи: 46
08-06-2017 дата публикации

Pressure Vessel Longitudinal Vents

Номер: US20170159884A1
Автор: John A. Eihusen, Nicholas N. Kleinschmit, Norman L. Newhouse
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY AS

The disclosure describes a pressure vessel having a first end with a first boss and a cylindrical portion. The vessel includes a liner, a composite shell disposed over the liner, and a first longitudinal vent disposed between the liner and the composite shell. The first longitudinal vent includes an elongated vent defining element and extends at least from the cylindrical portion of the vessel to the first boss.

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Номер записи: 47
14-05-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND INSTALLATION FOR STORING AND DISPENSING LIQUEFIED HYDROGEN

Номер: US20200149684A1
Автор: Bernhardt Jean-Marc, LAGOUTTE Francois
Принадлежит: L'Air Liquide, Societe Anonyme pour l'Etude et l'Exploitation des Procedes Georges Claude

Installation and method for storing and dispensing liquefied hydrogen involving a source of gaseous hydrogen, a liquefier, and two storage reservoirs for liquid hydrogen at determined respective storage pressures, wherein the liquefier includes an inlet connected to the source and an outlet connected in parallel, via a set of valves, to a respective inlet of each storage reservoir. 1. An installation for storing and dispensing liquefied hydrogen , comprising: a source of gaseous hydrogen , a liquefier , and two storage reservoirs for liquid hydrogen at determined respective storage pressures , the liquefier comprising an inlet connected to the source and an outlet connected in parallel , via a set of valves , to a respective inlet of each storage reservoir , the outlet of the liquefier also being connected to a connection end that is adapted and configured to be removably connected to a tank that is to be filled , each storage reservoir comprising a respective liquid withdrawing pipe comprising an end connected to the storage reservoir and at least one other end intended to be connected to at least one tank that is to be filled , each storage reservoir further comprising a respective gas withdrawing pipe comprising an end connected to the storage reservoir and another end connected to an inlet of the liquefier via a set of valves which is configured to allow gas to be recirculated to the liquefier so that it can be liquefied.2. The installation of claim 1 , wherein the two liquid-hydrogen storage reservoirs are kept at distinct determined respective storage pressures.3. The installation of claim 1 , wherein further comprising a second liquefier comprising an inlet connected to the source and an outlet connected in parallel claim 1 , via a set of valves claim 1 , to a respective inlet of each storage reservoir.4. A method for filling a liquid hydrogen tank using the installation of claim 1 , comprising a first step of depressurizing the tank that is to be filled to a ...

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Номер записи: 48
14-05-2020 дата публикации

CRYOSPHERE

Номер: US20200149685A1
Автор: Bollinger Bret, Lee Ben
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Methods, apparatus, and device, for a cryogenic storage system that stores and/or transports a liquid or gas at a temperature below ambient temperature. The cryogenic storage system has an enclosure assembly. The cryogenic storage system has a dewar that is positioned within the enclosure assembly. The enclosure assembly may comprise be configured to provide little to no friction between the dewar and the enclosure assembly. The enclosure assembly may be configured for shock absorption and/or vibration damping for the dewar during transferring of the cryogenic storage system. 1. An enclosure assembly for a cryogenic storage system , the enclosure assembly comprising:a first enclosure;a first padding component coupled to the first enclosure;a second enclosure disposed opposite the first enclosure, the second enclosure configured to couple to the first enclosure;a second padding component coupled to the first enclosure,wherein the first enclosure and the second enclosure are configured to receive a dewar therein.2. The enclosure assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an outer dome configured to be fully enclosed within the first enclosure and the second enclosure.3. The enclosure assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a plurality of ball elements disposed within the outer dome.4. The cryogenic storage system claim 2 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00003', 'claim 3'}, 'the enclosure assembly of ; and'}the dewar disposed in the outer dome, wherein the dewar is in contact with the plurality of ball elements only.5. The enclosure assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first padding component is a gasket claim 2 , and wherein the first enclosure comprises a recess claim 2 , the gasket disposed in the recess.6. The enclosure assembly of claim 5 , wherein the first padding component comprises an aperture disposed proximate a distal end of the first enclosure claim 5 , wherein the outer dome is configured to be press fit into the aperture.7. The enclosure assembly ...

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Номер записи: 49
11-09-2014 дата публикации

PRESSURIZED GAS CONTAINING SYSTEM

Номер: US20140251455A1
Автор: Hamemik Edward L., Harrod William T., Larson David B., MacNeal James R.
Принадлежит: Specialty Gases Of America, Inc.

A pressurized gas containing system has a cowling and mounting ring which supports a valve and regulator on a cylinder containing gas under pressure.

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Номер записи: 50
18-09-2014 дата публикации

WEB INSULATION SYSTEM, VALVE FOR A WEB INSULATION SYSTEM, AND A STORAGE CONTAINER USING THE WEB INSULATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20140263355A1
Автор: NIX Joseph D., SMITH Christopher W., VERHULST Michael Wallace
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A storage system, including an outer casing having an evacuated inner volume; a vessel for storage located within the outer casing and having a plurality of protrusions distributed on an outer surface thereof; and a plurality of filamentary strands spanning the inner volume, wherein at least some of the plurality of protrusions are essentially tangentially contacted by a plurality of the filamentary strands to secure the vessel in six degrees of freedom relative to the outer casing. 1. A storage system , comprising:an outer casing having an evacuated inner volume;a vessel for storage located within the outer casing and having a plurality of protrusions distributed on an outer surface thereof; anda plurality of filamentary strands spanning the inner volume,wherein at least some of the plurality of protrusions are essentially tangentially contacted by a plurality of the filamentary strands to secure the vessel in six degrees of freedom relative to the outer casing.2. The storage system according to claim 1 , wherein the filamentary strands are in tension.3. The storage system according to claim 1 , wherein the filamentary strands are formed from at least one of Kevlar and Basalt fiber.4. The storage system according to claim 1 , wherein the filamentary strands have a cross section that allows to decrease thermal conduction between the outer casing and the vessel.5. The storage system according to claim 1 , wherein the filamentary strands have a thermal throughput from the vessel to the outer casing being no greater than 5 mW/liter of liquid nitrogen.6. A valve for a storage system claim 1 , the valve comprising:a flexible, non-creasing tube, wherein a first end of the tube is in fluid communication with an interior of a storage vessel and a second of the tube is in fluid communication with atmosphere; anda lattice structure including an upper structure and a lower structure, wherein the upper structure and the lower structure move relative to each other to form an ...

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Номер записи: 51
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Passive Compressed Gas Storage Container Temperature Stabilizer

Номер: US20140263357A1
Автор: DeVarney Craig N.
Принадлежит: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

A liquefied gas system and method can supply gas from a liquefied gas container more efficiently by using an external stabilizing device. The liquefied gas is located under its own vapor pressure in the lower portion of the container. As the vapor is withdrawn from the container at ambient pressure, the liquid evaporates at an equivalent rate to account for the decrease in pressure. The stabilizing device surrounding the liquefied gas container efficiently transfers the ambient external heat to the liquid thus allowing more liquefied gas to be vaporized. 1. Apparatus attached to an outside surface of a compressed gas storage container having an interior surface area and an exterior surface area entrapping an upper portion of vaporized gas and a lower portion of liquified gas having an interior surface area and an exterior surface area , the apparatus comprising:a collar, which externally encircles the lower portion of the compressed gas storage container to provide thermal contact with the ambient surroundings to stabilize pressure inside the lower portion of the compressed gas storage container;the collar includes a plurality of fins that extend radially away from the outside surface; andthe collar is held in place by an attachable and detachable means.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein an external surface area of the collar and fins is equivalent to the internal surface area of the compressed gas storage container.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the attachable and detachable means comprises a hinge and a latch.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the compressed gas storage container is a compressed gas cylinder.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the compressed gas storage container is a vessel.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the collar is made of a material that absorbs ambient heat from outside of the external surface area of the compressed gas storage container to the lower portion of the compressed gas storage container.7. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 52
09-07-2015 дата публикации

HIGH PRESSURE CARBON COMPOSITE PRESSURE VESSEL

Номер: US20150192251A1
Автор: Barker Jacob, Fabian Paul, Haight Andrea, Mallick Kaushik, Tupper Michael
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Embodiments described herein include a composite pressure vessel that includes both high performance fibers and low performance fibers. Embodiments also include a method forming a pressure vessel with high performance fibers and low performance fibers. A plurality of the high performance fibers may be found in an inner layer of the pressure vessel and a plurality of the low performance fibers may be found in an outer layer of the pressure vessel. 1. A pressure vessel comprising:a first composite layer surrounding an inner cavity and comprising a plurality of high performance fibers; anda second composite layer disposed on the first composite layer and comprising a plurality low performance fibers,wherein the plurality of high performance fibers have a strain greater than 2.0% and the plurality of low performance fibers have a strain less than 2.0%.2. The pressure vessel according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of low performance fibers comprises a textile-PAN precursor fiber or a polyolefin precursor fiber.3. The pressure vessel according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure vessel is capable of storing gases or liquids at pressures above 700 bar.4. The pressure vessel according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of high performance fibers comprises more than 50% of a total amount of fibers comprising the plurality of high performance fibers and the plurality of low performance fibers.5. A pressure vessel comprising:a first composite layer surrounding an inner cavity and comprising a plurality of high performance fibers; anda second composite layer disposed on the first composite layer and comprising a plurality low performance fibers,wherein the plurality low performance fibers comprise fibers that are different than the plurality of high performance fibers, and wherein the plurality of low performance fibers have at least one measurable characteristic that is less than at least one measurable characteristic of the plurality of high performance fibers.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 53
16-07-2015 дата публикации

UNDERWATER ENERGY STORAGE USING COMPRESSED FLUID

Номер: US20150198285A1
Автор: Frazier Scott Raymond, Lau Alex, Von Herzen Brian
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A compressed fluid energy storage system includes a submersible fluid containment subsystem charged with a compressed working fluid and submerged and ballasted in a body of water, with the fluid containment subsystem having a substantially flat portion closing a domed portion. The system also includes a compressor and an expander disposed to compress and expand the working fluid. The fluid containment subsystem is at least in part flexible, and includes an upper portion for storing compressed energy fluid and a lower portion for ballast material. The lower portion may be tapered proximate the flat portion to prevent it from being collapsed by ballast materials. The region between the fluid and the ballast has exchange ports to communicate water between the inside and outside of the containment subsystem. In other embodiments, an open-bottomed fluid containment system is held in position underneath a ballast system by a tensegrity structure. 1. A compressed fluid energy storage system comprising:a. a submersible fluid containment subsystem disposed longitudinally along a vertical axis when submerged and ballasted in a body of water and charged with a compressed working fluid, the fluid containment system comprising a substantially flat portion closing a domed portion;b. a compressor disposed in fluid communication with the fluid containment subsystem and configured to supply compressed working fluid to the fluid containment subsystem; and i. receive compressed working fluid from the fluid containment subsystem; and', 'ii. expand the compressed working fluid;, 'c. an expander disposed in fluid communication with the fluid containment subsystem and configured towherein the fluid containment subsystem is at least in part flexible.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising at least one exchange port disposed generally in a shell of the fluid containment subsystem for allowing the ingress of water from the body of water into the fluid containment subsystem and for ...

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Номер записи: 54
06-07-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STORING AND TRANSFERRING A CRYOGENIC LIQUID

Номер: US20170191619A1
Автор: Desjardins Robert Francis, Donovan James Joseph, NEILL Brendan Morton, Snyder Kenneth Leo
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This fluid storage and transfer system includes a first storage tank and second storage tank configured to contain cryogenic liquids. The first storage tank has a heat exchanger. A second cryogenic liquid from the second storage tank subcools a first cryogenic liquid in the first storage tank and pressurizes the first storage tank. The first storage tank is then further pressurized using the heat exchanger. The first cryogenic fluid is transferred from the first storage tank to an end point. In an example, the first cryogenic fluid is liquefied natural gas and the second cryogenic fluid is liquid nitrogen. 1. A system comprising:a first storage tank configured to contain a first cryogenic liquid, wherein the first storage tank is insulated;a second storage tank configured to contain a second cryogenic liquid, wherein the second storage tank is connected to the first storage tank to provide a flow of the second cryogenic liquid that subcools the first cryogenic liquid and pressurizes the first storage tank;a heat exchanger connected to the first storage tank, wherein the heat exchanger is configured such that the first cryogenic liquid flows into the heat exchanger, vaporizes, and flows into ullage space in the first storage tank; anda piping system connecting the first storage tank to an end point.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first cryogenic liquid comprises liquefied natural gas and the second cryogenic liquid comprises liquid nitrogen.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second storage tank is configured to be removable from the first storage tank.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second storage tank is connected to a bottom of the first storage tank.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second storage tank is connected to the first storage tank such that the flow of the second cryogenic liquid is into the first cryogenic liquid.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger is configured to use at least one of gravity or head pressure to ...

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Номер записи: 55
02-10-2014 дата публикации

Articulated tug and barge arrangement for LNG storage, transportation and regasification

Номер: US20140290281A1
Автор: Waller David
Принадлежит: Waller Marine, Inc.

Articulated tug and barge arrangements and methods for transportation, storage, and regasification of liquefied natural gas (LNG) aboard barge units and ballasting the barge units, and LNG bunker barge systems and methods for LNG bunkering, are provided. 1. An articulated tug and barge arrangement for transporting and storing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and bunkering liquefied natural gas to a liquefied natural gas fueled ship , the articulated tug and barge arrangement comprising:a tug unit comprising a propulsion system;a barge unit for conveying and storing and bunkering a load of LNG, the barge unit comprising at least one type C tank for conveying and storing the load of LNG under pressure, a gas combustion unit operatively coupled to the type C tank for the management of over pressurized boil-off gas within the type C tank, and an at least one liquid manifold fluidly coupled to bunker LNG from the type C tank to the liquefied natural gas fueled ship;wherein said tug unit is operatively coupled to said barge unit for propelling said barge unit from one location to another.2. The articulated tug and barge arrangement of claim 1 , the barge unit further comprising an at least one regasification unit fluidly coupled to receive LNG from said type C tank for regasifying LNG aboard the barge unit.3. The articulated tug and barge arrangement of claim 1 , the barge unit further comprising at least one ballast tank having ballast water and at least one regasification unit fluidly coupled to the at least one ballast tank such that the ballast water may be pumped from the ballast tank through a heat exchanger disposed within a regasification unit to warm and regasify the LNG.4. The articulated tug and barge arrangement of claim 1 , the barge unit further comprising at least one ballast tank for the containment of ballast water and at least one regasification unit is fluidly coupled to a water inlet disposed along the exterior surface of said barge unit such that water may ...

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Номер записи: 56
02-10-2014 дата публикации

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A NATURAL GAS TANK

Номер: US20140290283A1
Автор: Abd Elhamid Mahmoud H., Cai Mei, DAILLY Anne M., Morales Arianna T., Ortmann Jerome P.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A thermal management system for a natural gas tank includes a container, and a cooling mechanism operatively positioned to selectively cool the container. A method for minimizing a loss of natural gas storage during refueling is also disclosed herein. In an example of the method, a cooling mechanism, which is operatively positioned to selectively cool a container of a natural gas storage tank, is initiated prior to a refueling event. This cools the container to a predetermined temperature. 1. A thermal management system for a natural gas tank , comprising:a container; anda cooling mechanism operatively positioned to selectively cool the container.2. The thermal management system as defined in wherein the cooling mechanism is a heat exchanger that circulates fluid around the container.3. The thermal management system as defined in wherein the cooling mechanism is a Peltier cooler.4. The thermal management system as defined in wherein the cooling mechanism is a heat exchanger that includes a helical coil.5. The thermal management system as defined in wherein the cooling mechanism is a phase change material positioned around the container.6. The thermal management system as defined in wherein the cooling mechanism includes a junction of dissimilar metals that is to produce an electric current when exposed to a temperature gradient.7. The thermal management system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a natural gas adsorbent positioned in the container claim 1 , wherein the natural gas adsorbent is selected from the group consisting of a carbon claim 1 , a porous polymer network claim 1 , a metal-organic framework claim 1 , a zeolite claim 1 , and combinations thereof.8. The thermal management system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising an electronic control unit in operative communication with the cooling mechanism to control an operation of the cooling mechanism.9. The thermal management system as defined in claim 8 , further comprising a temperature sensor ...

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Номер записи: 57
30-07-2015 дата публикации

AMMONIA STORAGE UNIT AND ASSOCIATED STRUCTURE AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20150211683A1
Автор: Dementhon Jean-Baptiste, Levy Michael Francis
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Unit for storing gas by absorption or adsorption, comprising a chamber containing a storage element () that stores gas by absorption or adsorption, characterized in that it further comprises a compressible element () also provided within the chamber and kept in contact with the storage element () and designed to deform under the action of loads applied by the storage element () upon variations in volume of the storage element () during phases of storing gas and releasing gas from storage, so as to limit the loads applied to the chamber. 1870270450271251487027045027027045027027045028. A unit for storing gas by absorption or adsorption , including a container () harboring a storage element ( , , ) of gas by absorption or adsorption , characterized in that it further includes a compressible element ( , ) , also provided in the container () and maintained in contact with the storage element ( , , ) and adapted so as to deform under the action of forces exerted by the storage element ( , , ) during volume variations of the storage element ( , , ) during phases for storing and discharging gas , so as to limit the forces applied on the container ().2702704502. The storage unit according to claim 1 , wherein the storage element ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) is in a compressed or non-compressed powdery form.3712514. The storage unit according to any of or claim 1 , wherein the compressible element ( claim 1 , ) consists of a porous medium.43712514. The storage unit according to any of to claims 1 , wherein the compressible element ( claims 1 , ) includes a porous matrix of expansed natural graphite.58. The storage unit according to claim 4 , wherein the expansed natural graphite is pre-compressed before setting it into place in the container ().65. The storage unit according to one of to claims 1 , including an alternation of layers including a layer of a storage element and at least one layer of a compressible element.7702704502712714. The unit according to one of to claims 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 58
04-07-2019 дата публикации

COSMETIC CONTAINER

Номер: US20190200731A1
Автор: HASEGAWA Hiroki
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There is disclosed herein a cosmetic container capable of dissolving hydrogen in a cosmetic composition and maintaining a state in which hydrogen is dissolved for a long period of time. A cosmetic container for storing a cosmetic composition includes a container main body formed of a hydrogen impermeable material, and a plurality of hydrogen storage portions and filled with hydrogen gas, at least one of which is formed of a hydrogen permeable sheet, wherein the hydrogen permeability of the hydrogen permeable sheet through which hydrogen gas permeates is configured to be different among the plurality of the hydrogen storage portions, and the hydrogen permeable sheets of the plurality of the hydrogen storage portions are configured so as to come into close contact with the cosmetic composition stored in the container main body. 1. A cosmetic container for storing a cosmetic composition , comprising:a container main body formed of a hydrogen impermeable material;a plurality of hydrogen storage portions filled with hydrogen gas, at least one of which is formed of a hydrogen permeable sheet, wherein the hydrogen permeability of the hydrogen permeable sheet through which hydrogen gas permeates is configured to be different among the plurality of the hydrogen storage portions; andthe hydrogen permeable sheets of the plurality of the hydrogen storage portions are configured so as to come into close contact with the cosmetic composition stored in the container main body.2. The cosmetic container according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrogen permeability of the hydrogen permeable sheet of one of the hydrogen storage portions is defined as lower than the hydrogen permeable sheet of another of the hydrogen storage portions.3. The cosmetic container according to claim 2 , wherein the hydrogen permeable sheet having a relatively high hydrogen permeability has a relatively small amount of hydrogen gas sealed therein claim 2 , and the hydrogen permeable sheet having a relatively low ...

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Номер записи: 59
06-08-2015 дата публикации

VALVE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150219281A1
Автор: Barnes Richard, CHERRY Edward, HAWKINS Steven, TAYLOR Tony
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A valve assembly for controlling the release or delivery of a fluid or other medium from a vessel. The valve assembly comprises an inlet, an outlet, valve means operable to selectively open or close fluid communication between the inlet and the outlet and lock means for engaging the valve means, wherein the lock means is configured to engage, in use, the valve means when it opens, thereby to lock the valve means in an open condition. 1. A valve assembly for controlling the release or delivery of a fluid or other medium from a vessel , the valve assembly comprising an inlet , an outlet , valve means operable to selectively open or close fluid communication between the inlet and the outlet and a lock for engaging the valve means , wherein the lock is configured to engage , in use , the valve means when it opens , thereby to lock the valve means in an open condition.2. The valve assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the lock is configured to engage the valve means automatically when the valve means moves from a closed condition to an open condition.3. The valve assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the valve means is biased claim 1 , in use claim 1 , toward the open condition.4. The valve assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the valve means is configured to be biased by a pressurised fluid or other medium contained in a vessel to which the valve assembly is connected or associated in use.5. The valve assembly according to further comprising a release mechanism claim 3 , wherein operation claim 3 , in use claim 3 , of the release mechanism causes or permits the valve means to move to the open condition.6. The valve assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the release mechanism comprises an abutment movable from a deployed condition in which the valve means is biased thereagainst and inhibited from opening to a retracted condition in which the valve means is able to open.7. The valve assembly according to further comprising an activator which includes at least part ...

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Номер записи: 60
26-07-2018 дата публикации

LIQUEFIED GAS STORAGE TANK HAVING INSULATION PARTS AND METHOD FOR ARRANGING INSULATION PARTS

Номер: US20180209586A1
Автор: Kang Joong Kyoo, PARK Kwang Jun, Park Seong Woo
Принадлежит: DAEWOO SHIPBUILDING & MARINE ENGINEERING CO., LTD.

A liquefied gas storage tank having insulation parts and a method for arranging the insulation parts are disclosed. Disclosed are the liquefied gas storage tank having the insulation parts and the method for arranging the insulation parts, the liquefied gas storage tank being capable of improving durability against the impact generated by liquefied gas since insulation panels, which are arranged in the insulating parts for the liquefied gas storage tank, have different densities according to: a load due to the mass of the liquefied gas stored in the liquefied gas storage tank; and the impact generated by sloshing. 1. A liquefied gas storage tank comprising a heat insulation part ,wherein the heat insulation part comprises a plurality of regions in which heat insulation panels having different densities are disposed, respectively, the plurality of regions being divided based on impact on the storage tank due to a load of liquefied gas and sloshing of the liquefied gas.2. The liquefied gas storage tank according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of regions comprises: a first density region formed on a bottom surface of the storage tank; and a second density region formed on upper and side surfaces of the storage tank.3. The liquefied gas storage tank according to claim 2 , wherein a heat insulation panel disposed in the second density region has a higher density than a heat insulation panel disposed in the first density region.4. The liquefied gas storage tank according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of regions comprises: a third density region formed on a bottom surface of the storage tank; a fourth density region formed on front claim 1 , side and back surfaces of the storage tank; and a fifth density region formed on an upper surface of the storage tank.5. The liquefied gas storage tank according to claim 4 , wherein a heat insulation panel disposed in the fifth density region has a higher density than a heat insulation panel disposed in the fourth density ...

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Номер записи: 61
11-08-2016 дата публикации

LOW HEAT LOSS CRYOGENIC FLUID STORAGE EQUIPMENT USING MULTILAYERED CYLINDRICAL SUPPORT

Номер: US20160230932A1
Автор: Baik Jong Hoon, Karng Sarng Woo, KIM Seo Young
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A fluid storage device is provided having low heat-loss characteristics. The storage device may include an internal container for storing a cryogenic liquid and an external container at least partially surrounding the internal container. The storage device may include a cover enclosing an upper end of the external container and configured to maintain a vacuum around the inner container, as well as a transferring tube connected to the internal container to supply and/or extract the cryogenic liquid to/from the internal container. The storage device can also include a support structure coupled to both the cover and the internal container such that the internal container is suspended within the external container via the support structure. The support structure itself may include an inner cylindrical body coupled to the internal container and surrounding at least a portion of the internal container, an adjacent cylindrical body coupled to the inner cylindrical body, and an outer cylindrical body coupled to the adjacent cylindrical body. A plurality of coupling members may be disposed between the inner and adjacent cylindrical bodies and the adjacent and outer cylindrical bodies, respectively. 1. A cryogenic fluid storage device , comprising:an internal container for storing a cryogenic liquid;an external container at least partially surrounding the internal container;a cover enclosing an upper end of the external container and configured to maintain a vacuum around the inner container;a transferring tube connected to the internal container to supply and/or extract the cryogenic liquid to/from the internal container;a support structure coupled to both the cover and the internal container such that the internal container is suspended within the external container via the support structure;wherein the support structure comprises:an inner cylindrical body coupled to the internal container and surrounding at least a portion of the internal container;an adjacent cylindrical ...

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Номер записи: 62
25-07-2019 дата публикации

STORAGE VESSEL FOR EXTREMELY LOW TEMPERATURE MATERIAL WITH CRYOGENIC JACKET

Номер: US20190226639A1
Автор: HAN Sangtae, JANG Jinhyuk, Kim Gunwoo, Kim Seoyoung, MOON Seongsik, RHEE Gwanghoon, YOU Seongjae
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A storage vessel for an extremely low temperature material for reducing a vaporization rate by forming a plating layer at an outer surface of a discharge pipe thereof is provided. The storage vessel for an extremely low temperature material includes an inner container configured to store an extremely low temperature material of a liquefied state through a supply pipe in an inner receiving space; an outer container installed at a separated space at the outside of the inner container and having a vacuum port configured to enable the separated space to be a vacuum state; and a heat insulating member installed in a vacuum region between the inner container and the outer container to block a heat from being transferred to the inner container, wherein a discharge pipe connected to an outlet of the inner container and configured to vaporize and discharge an extremely low temperature material is disposed between the inner container and the outer container, and at an outer surface of the discharge pipe, a thermally conductive layer coated with a highly conductive material having high thermal conductivity is formed. By a such a configuration, a heat applied to an outer container can be effectively blocked from being transferred to an inner container for storing an extremely low temperature material, and by reducing a vaporization rate of the extremely low temperature material by increasing a heat transfer area of a discharge pipe, a loss rate according to vaporization of the extremely low temperature material can be reduced and a separate cheap auxiliary extremely low temperature material in addition to the extremely low temperature material can be subsidiarily used for fuel or industrial use. 1. A storage vessel for an extremely low temperature material , the storage vessel comprising:an inner container configured to store an extremely low temperature material of a liquefied state through a supply pipe in an inner receiving space;an outer container installed at a separated ...

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Номер записи: 63
16-07-2020 дата публикации

Dewar Vessel Storage Apparatus

Номер: US20200224825A1
Автор: Adcock Paul Leonard, Chellappa Anand, Winand Henri
Принадлежит: Intelligent Energy Limited

A dewar vessel storage apparatus configured to hold at least two dewar vessels containing liquefied gas or cryo-compressed gas, comprising; a box having an outer, thermally insulating, wall; the box comprising a plurality of insulating cavities, each cavity configured to receive a single dewar vessel and is thermally insulated from each other cavity; a thermally insulating closure arrangement configured to close an open end of each cavity; a ventilation assembly comprising at least one conduit within the box configured to provide for venting of gas released from the dewar vessels when stored in the respective cavities of the box, the ventilation assembly configured to provide a gas outlet flow path from each cavity. 1. A dewar vessel storage apparatus configured to hold at least two dewar vessels containing liquefied gas or cryo-compressed gas , comprising;a box having an outer, thermally insulating, wall;the box comprising a plurality of insulating cavities, each cavity configured to receive a single dewar vessel and is thermally insulated from each other cavity;each cavity including a separately removable thermally insulating bung configured to close an open end of its cavity;a ventilation assembly comprising at least one conduit within the box configured to provide for venting of gas released from the dewar vessels when stored in the respective cavities of the box, the ventilation assembly configured to provide a gas outlet flow path from each cavity; andin which each cavity and its associated bung is configured complimentary to the shape of the dewar vessel it is configured to receive such that there is substantially no air space when the dewar vessel is received in the cavity and the bung is in place.2. A dewar vessel storage apparatus according to claim 1 , in which the outer claim 1 , thermally insulating claim 1 , wall and/or insulation between each cavity comprises at least one of;a vacuum insulated panel utilizing a multilayer insulation blanket in the ...

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Номер записи: 64
13-11-2014 дата публикации

AUXILIARY SECONDARY BARRIER, LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS STORAGE TANK INCLUDING SAME AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS STORAGE TANK

Номер: US20140331690A1
Автор: Han Sungjong, KIM Jongho, Kim Minhong
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An LN storage tank is disclosed. The LNG storage tank includes: a lower insulation board for insulating LNG from the outside; a heating member placed on the lower insulation board; a main secondary barrier attached on the heating member; an upper insulation board attached on part of the main secondary barrier; and an auxiliary secondary barrier attached on the other part of the main secondary barrier, wherein a first adhesive layer may be interposed between the main secondary barrier and the auxiliary secondary barrier. 1. An LNG storage tank comprising:a lower insulation board for insulating LNG from the outside;a heating member placed on the lower insulation board;a main secondary barrier attached on the heating member;an upper insulation board attached on part of the main secondary barrier; andan auxiliary secondary barrier attached on the other part of the main secondary barrier,wherein a first adhesive layer is interposed between the main secondary barrier and the auxiliary secondary barrier.2. The LNG storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the heating member is placed in the position where the auxiliary secondary barrier is attached claim 1 , and wherein the lower insulation board has a heating member groove into which the heating member is inserted.3. (canceled)4. The LNG storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the heating member is one selected from the group consisting of a net-like hot wire claim 1 , a zigzag-shaped hot wire claim 1 , or a plurality of circular hot wires connected together.5. The LNG storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the heating member has a connecting terminal that is to be connected to an external controller.6. The LNG storage tank of claim 5 , wherein the heating member comprises a plurality of sub-heating members that are to be respectively connected to a plurality of controllers.7. The LNG storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the heating member entirely covers the lower insulation board.8. A method for manufacturing an LNG storage tank claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 65
23-07-2020 дата публикации

GAS CANISTERS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THEM

Номер: US20200232605A1
Автор: Auld Jack R., Bliss Peter L., Flowers Matthew, McCawley Matthew
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Canisters are provided that include a cylindrical body and a cap welded to the body to define a cavity filled with carbon dioxide or other fluid. The canisters may be loaded into a medical device, e.g., to provide an energy source for operating the device. Methods for making such canisters are also provided. 1. A canister , comprising:an elongate body comprising a barrel region defining a first diameter, an enclosed first end, and a neck region extending from the barrel region to an open second end defining an end wall, the elongate body defining a central axis extending between the first end and the second end; anda cap attached to the neck region to close the second end of the elongate body and enclose the cavity, the cap comprising a separable septum formed therein that includes a central region and a relatively-thin perimeter at least partially surrounding the central region for preferentially tearing of the perimeter to at least partially separate the central region from the cap,the cavity filled with pressurized fluid.2. The canister of claim 1 , wherein the perimeter completely surrounds the central region.3. The canister of claim 1 , wherein the perimeter extends partially around the central region to define a preferential hinge.4. The canister of claim 1 , wherein the central region has a dome shape.5. The canister of claim 1 , wherein the cap comprises an annular portion including a closed first end and an open second end opposite the first end claim 1 , the septum formed in the first end of the cap.6. The canister of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the cap further comprises an annular shoulder surrounding the perimeter region claim 1 , the perimeter region having a thickness thinner than the thickness of the central region and the annular shoulder for preferentially tearing of the perimeter region to at least partially separate the central region from the annular shoulder.7. The canister of claim 5 , wherein the cap further comprises a flange extending ...

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Номер записи: 66
01-09-2016 дата публикации

MEMBRANE ANCHOR MECHANISM

Номер: US20160251846A1
Автор: FURIKOMA Michitaka, Kamiya Eiji, KANNO Ryuzo, SHIMAMURA Yasuhiro
Принадлежит: IHI CORPORATION

A membrane anchor mechanism which fixes a membrane provided on an inner wall surface side of a concrete wall via a heating insulating material to the concrete wall, includes a rod-shaped leg portion which is erected on the concrete wall, an anchor which is supported by the leg portion in a state of being separated from the concrete wall and is inserted into a through-hole passing through the heat insulating material and the membrane, and a pressing part which is fixed to the anchor through the through-hole and presses the membrane. 1. A membrane anchor mechanism which fixes a membrane provided on an inner wall surface side of a concrete wall via a heating insulating material to the concrete wall in a cryogenic tank , comprising:a rod-shaped leg portion which is erected on the concrete wall;an anchor which is supported by the leg portion in a state of being separated from the concrete wall and is inserted into a through-hole passing through the heat insulating material and the membrane; anda pressing part which is fixed to the anchor exposed through the through-hole and presses the membrane.2. The membrane anchor mechanism according to claim 1 ,wherein the membrane includes a corner membrane panel which is a curved membrane panel disposed at a corner portion of the cryogenic tank, andwherein the leg portion is erected on each of a plurality of the inner wall surfaces of the concrete wall forming the corner portion, and the pressing part presses the corner membrane panel.3. The membrane anchor mechanism according to claim 1 ,wherein the pressing part is disposed to press a center position in thermal deformation part of a membrane panel forming the membrane.4. The membrane anchor mechanism according to claim 2 ,wherein the pressing part is disposed to press a center position in thermal deformation part of a membrane panel forming the membrane.5. The membrane anchor mechanism according to claim 1 , further comprising:a base portion to which the leg portion is connected; ...

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Номер записи: 67
01-09-2016 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC TANK

Номер: US20160252212A1
Автор: FURIKOMA Michitaka, Kamiya Eiji, KANNO Ryuzo
Принадлежит: IHI CORPORATION

A cryogenic tank includes a membrane anchor mechanism which fixes a membrane provided on an inner wall surface side of a concrete wall via a heat insulating material to the concrete wall, a pressing par which is provided by the membrane anchor mechanism and presses the membrane from the inside of the cryogenic tank, and an interposition part which is interposed between the pressing part of the membrane anchor mechanism and the membrane, and includes a first abutment surface coming into surface-contact with the pressing part and a second abutment surface coming into surface-contact with the membrane. 1. A cryogenic tank , comprising:a membrane anchor mechanism which fixes a membrane provided on an inner wall surface side of a concrete wall via a heat insulating material to the concrete wall;a pressing part which is provided by the membrane anchor mechanism and presses the membrane from the inside of the cryogenic tank; andan interposition part which is interposed between the pressing part of the membrane anchor mechanism and the membrane, and includes a first abutment surface coming into surface-contact with the pressing part and a second abutment surface coming into surface-contact with the membrane.2. The cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the membrane includes a corner membrane panel which is a curved membrane panel disposed at a corner portion of the tank formed by joining two surfaces, andwherein the interposition part is installed between the pressing part of the membrane anchor mechanism and the membrane in the corner membrane panel.3. The cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the membrane anchor mechanism includes an anchor which is inserted into a through-hole passing through the heat insulating material and the membrane and in which the pressing part is fixed to a tip exposed through the through-hole, andwherein a shape of the interposition part is set to an annular shape which is disposed to surround a connection location between the ...

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Номер записи: 68
01-09-2016 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC TANK

Номер: US20160252213A1
Автор: FURIKOMA Michitaka, Kamiya Eiji, KANNO Ryuzo, SHIMAMURA Yasuhiro
Принадлежит: IHI CORPORATION

A cryogenic tank includes a heat insulating material layer which is disposed between a concrete wall and a membrane and includes a secondary barrier layer in an inner portion of the heating insulating material, and a membrane anchor mechanism which penetrates the secondary barrier layer, is fixed to the concrete wall, and presses the membrane. The membrane anchor mechanism includes a seal portion which covers a through portion penetrating the secondary barrier layer. 1. A cryogenic tank comprising:a heat insulating material layer which is disposed between a concrete wall and a membrane and includes a secondary barrier layer in an inner portion of the heating insulating material; anda membrane anchor mechanism which penetrates the secondary barrier layer, is fixed to the concrete wall, and presses the membrane,wherein the membrane anchor mechanism includes a seal portion which covers a through portion penetrating the secondary barrier layer.2. A cryogenic tank according to claim 1 , comprising:wherein the seal portion is an adhesive layer including a glass cloth.3. A cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the membrane anchor mechanism includes a leg portion which penetrates the secondary barrier layer, andwherein the seal portion is provided to cover the leg portion when viewed in a direction in which the leg portion penetrates the secondary barrier layer.4. A cryogenic tank according to claim 2 ,wherein the membrane anchor mechanism includes a leg portion which penetrates the secondary barrier layer, andwherein the seal portion is provided to cover the leg portion when viewed in a direction in which the leg portion penetrates the secondary barrier layer. This application is a continuation application based on a PCT Patent Application No. PCT/JP2014/079028, filed on Oct. 31, 2014, whose priority is claimed on Japanese Patent Application No. 2013-238825, filed on Nov. 19, 2013. The contents of both the PCT Application and the Japanese Application are ...

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Номер записи: 69
01-09-2016 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC TANK

Номер: US20160252214A1
Автор: FURIKOMA Michitaka, Kamiya Eiji, KANNO Ryuzo
Принадлежит: IHI CORPORATION

A cryogenic tank includes a vapor barrier which is provided to abut an inner wall surface of a concrete wall and in which a plurality of panels are welded, and a pressing part which presses the panel toward the inner wall surface of the concrete wall when the panel are welded. 1. A cryogenic tank comprising:a vapor barrier which is provided to abut an inner wall surface of a concrete wall and in which a plurality of panels are welded; anda pressing part which presses the panels toward the inner wall surface of the concrete wall when the panels are welded.2. The cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the pressing part is screwed to a stud bolt which penetrates the panel and is fixed to the concrete wall, and is formed in a flat plate shape which includes an abutment surface abutting on a surface of the panel opposite to the concrete wall.3. The cryogenic tank according to claim 2 ,wherein when the pressing part is viewed in an axial direction of the stud bolt, the pressing part has a shape in which a circle is notched along parallel lines opposing each other about the axis.4. The cryogenic tank according to claim 2 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the stud bolt.5. The cryogenic tank according to claim 3 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the stud bolt.6. The cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the panel.7. The cryogenic tank according to claim 2 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the panel.8. The cryogenic tank according to claim 3 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the panel.9. The cryogenic tank according to claim 4 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the panel.10. The cryogenic tank according to claim 5 ,wherein the pressing part is welded to the panel.11. The cryogenic tank according to claim 1 ,wherein the pressing part is joined to the panel by an adhesive.12. The cryogenic tank according to claim 2 ,wherein the pressing part is joined to the panel by an adhesive.13. The cryogenic tank ...

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Номер записи: 70
30-08-2018 дата публикации

USE OF A LAYER OF A MATERIAL AS A THERMAL INSULATION BARRIER

Номер: US20180245741A1
Автор: Elisseeva Olga Vladimirovna, ETKIND Joshua, SELVARAJ KOUSALYA Arun
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The present invention relates to the use of a layer of a material as a thermal insulation barrier on an interior surface of wall of a containment system for a fluid, wherein the cryogenic fluid is one of liquid natural gas (LNG), liquefied nitrogen, liquefied propane, liquefied oxygen, liquefied carbon dioxide and liquefied hydrogen, the material having a contact angle which is at least 150°. 1. A thermal insulation barrier for an interior surface of a wall of a containment system for a cryogenic fluid , comprising a layer of a material , wherein the cryogenic fluid is one of liquid natural gas (LNG) , liquefied nitrogen , liquefied propane , liquefied oxygen , liquefied carbon dioxide and liquefied hydrogen , and wherein the layer of the material has a contact angle which is at least 150° for the cryogenic fluid.2. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the layer of the material has a contact angle greater than 155° for the fluid.3. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the layer of the material has a contact angle greater than 160° or greater than 165° for the fluid.4. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the material is selected from the group consisting of those obtained by grafting of fluorinated functional groups on polymerizable moieties claim 1 , inorganic nanoparticles functionalized with organic fluoropolymers and micro-textured surfaces with re-entrant surface morphology functionalized with fluorinated compounds.5. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the layer of material has a thickness of less than 1 μm.6. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the material has a surface energy no greater than 25 mJ/m claim 1 , preferably no greater than 20 mJ/mand even more preferably no greater than 10 mJ/m.7. The thermal insulation barrier according to claim 1 , wherein the layer of material is provided with a micro and/or nano-scaled morphology.8. ...

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Номер записи: 71
17-09-2015 дата публикации

CAP WITH A BRIM PROTECTING THE ROTARY CONTROL MEMBER OF A GAS CONTAINER VALVE UNIT

Номер: US20150260345A1
Автор: Frenal Antoine, GERMANI Damien, LIGONESCHE Renaud, LOPEZ Beatriz, RUDNIANYN Philippe, TARANTELLO Chiara, VIVIER Catherine
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The invention relates to a gas distribution assembly comprising a gas container (), such as a gas cylinder, a valve unit fixed to the gas container () and a protective cap () arranged around the said valve unit, the protective cap () comprising an opening () in which a rotary control member () is housed. The opening () is bordered by a protruding brim () jutting out from the external surface of the body () of the protective cap (). The protruding brim () comprises a cutout () forming a reading window so that marks or markings () corresponding to gas flow-rate values can be read. 1. A gas distribution assembly comprising a gas container , a valve unit fixed to the gas container and a protective cap arranged around the said valve unit , the protective cap comprising an opening in which a rotary control member is housed , wherein the opening is at least partially bordered by a protruding brim jutting out from the external surface of the body of the protective cap , the protruding brim comprising a cutout forming a reading window.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the protruding brim extends over at least part of the upper periphery of the opening.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the protruding brim forms a visor jutting out beyond the rotary control member.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rotary control member bears several markings corresponding to gas flow rates claim 1 , the cutout forming a reading window being formed in the protruding brim so as to be positioned facing at least one of the markings borne by the rotary control member so as to allow a user to see the said at least one marking through the said reading window.5. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein the markings comprising the flow rate indications can be read only through the cutout forming the reading window.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rotary control member comprises one or more elements in relief and/or housings able and designed to be grasped by the user between his fingers.7 ...

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Номер записи: 72
08-09-2016 дата публикации

CONNECTION FOR REFRIGERATED GAS STORAGE TANK

Номер: US20160258577A1
Автор: Blanchard John M., Butts Mark
Принадлежит: CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON COMPANY

A storage tank includes a tank roof and a tank sidewall. At least one opening is located in at least one of the tank roof or the tank sidewall. A pipe extends through the at least one opening, the pipe having a sleeve assembly positioned around the pipe. The sleeve assembly also extends through the opening. The sleeve assembly includes a sleeve, at least one layer of insulation, and an inner flange. The inner flange is located on a first end of the sleeve and is coupled to the pipe. The sleeve, in turn is coupled to the tank such that the inner flange is located within the storage tank. The at least one layer of insulation is positioned in an annulus between the pipe and the sleeve. 1. A storage tank comprising:a tank roof;a tank sidewall;an opening in at least one of the tank roof or the tank sidewall;a pipe extending through the at least one opening; and the sleeve assembly including:', 'a sleeve coupled to the storage tank;', 'at least one layer of insulation disposed in an annulus between the pipe and the sleeve; and', 'an inner flange disposed on a first end of the sleeve and coupled to the pipe, the inner flange disposed within the storage tank., 'a sleeve assembly disposed around the pipe and extending through the at least one opening,'}2. The storage tank of claim 1 , further comprising an outer flange disposed on an outer diametric surface of the sleeve between the first end of the sleeve and a second end of the sleeve claim 1 , wherein the outer flange couples the sleeve to the storage tank.3. The storage tank of claim 1 , wherein a connector sleeve is disposed within the perimeter of the opening and coupled to the tank claim 1 , wherein the sleeve is attached to the connector sleeve.4. The storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve assembly further comprises a vapor barrier layer located at a second end of the sleeve claim 1 , extending radially inward from the sleeve to the pipe.5. The storage tank of claim 1 , wherein the inner flange is not exposed ...

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Номер записи: 73
27-11-2014 дата публикации

Storage Container for Cryogenic Pressurized Gas Having a Storage Volume

Номер: US20140346178A1
Автор: KAMPITSCH Markus
Принадлежит:

In the case of a storage vessel of cryogenic gas or cryogenic compressed gas, particularly a cryo-pressure tank for a motor vehicle, having a storage volume for accommodating the stored gas, a mixing device is provided in the storage volume for mixing the gas stored in the storage volume. 1. A motor vehicle , comprising:a storage vessel with a double-walled super-insulation, the storage vessel housing a storage volume accommodating cryogenic gas or cryogenic compressed gas; anda mixing device arranged in the storage volume, the mixing device having a movably disposed body in the storage volume for mixing gas stored in the storage volume.2. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the movably disposed body of the mixing device is dispaceably arranged in the storage volume.3. The motor vehicle according to claim 2 , further comprising:a displaceable bearing of the movably disposed body arranged in the storage volume, the displaceable bearing being oriented in a longitudinal direction of the motor vehicle.4. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the movably disposed body is swivelably arranged in the storage volume.5. The motor vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the movably disposed body is swivelably arranged in the storage volume.6. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the movably disposed body is arranged in a freely movable manner.7. The motor vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the movably disposed body is arranged in a freely movable manner.8. The motor vehicle according to claim 7 , wherein the movably disposed body is arranged in a freely movable manner.9. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the movably disposed body has a disc-shape.10. The motor vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the movably disposed body has a disc-shape.11. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the movably disposed body is in a pendulum form having a mass body linked to a pivot bearing via a rod.12. The motor vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 74
07-09-2017 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE CRYOGENIC STORAGE VESSEL

Номер: US20170254481A1
Автор: Benham Chester Lloyd, Cadogan David Phillip, Haggerty Timothy Joseph, Hinkle Jonathan Michael, Lasseter Craig, Lin John Kun Hung, Scarborough Stephen Emerson, Sticovy Donald George, Ware Joanne M.
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This invention describes a novel design and construction method for a Collapsible Cryogenic Storage Vessel that can be used for storing cryogenic liquids. The vessel provides the ability to be packed for transport in a compact state and erected at the point of use. The vessel can be used multiple times. The vessel's volume can also be adjusted during use to minimize or eliminate head space in the vessel. 1. A pressure vessel capable of storing cryogenic fluids and associated gasses that is constructed from flexible materials to facilitate folding into a small volume for storage and transport , comprising:a membrane fluid containment layer;a textile based structural layer that supports fluid and gas pressure loads;a textile based protective liner;multiple insulation layers;a protective membrane outer cover; and,one or more fixtures adapted for and configured to enable filling and draining the vessel with cryogenic fluid.2. The pressure vessel of claim 1 , wherein the structural layer is a woven webbing construction with intermittent joining of the webbings.3. The pressure vessel in claim 1 , wherein the structural layer is constructed from at least one from the group consisting of a fiber material and a combination of fiber materials claim 1 , wherein the fiber or combination of fiber materials can withstand cryogenic temperatures.4. The pressure vessel of claim 1 , wherein the structural layer comprises an overlapped webbing construction with intermittent joining of the webbings.5. The pressure vessel of claim 1 , wherein internal features or prescribed lengths are connected to adjacent or opposing walls to alter the shape of the vessel to approximate cuboid volumes.6. The pressure vessel of claim 5 , wherein the internal features are manufactured from textile based flexible materials.7. The pressure vessel of claim 5 , wherein the internal features are made from rigid materials.8. The pressure vessel of claim 5 , wherein the internal claim 5 , features are ...

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Номер записи: 75
06-09-2018 дата публикации

FOOT-IN-FOOT MOUNTING OF CRYOGENIC STORAGE CONTAINERS

Номер: US20180252366A1
Автор: BICHLMEIER Juergen, EHEGARTNER Florian, FELBINGER Stefan, POSSELT Heinz, STEFANESCU Adriana
Принадлежит: LINDE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

A storage container for cryogenic liquids comprising an inner container which encloses a volume for receiving a fluid medium, an outer container which encloses a volume in which the inner container is arranged, with the result that an interspace is formed between the inner container and the outer container, and wherein the outer container has at least one outerfoot by means of which the storage container can be supported on an underlying surface, wherein the at least one outerfoot takes the form of a hollow body, and wherein the inner container has at least one inner foot for supporting the inner container that projects into the interior of the at least one outer foot. 2500500400500303500500abab. The storage container as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the sliding bearing () has a first surface () claim 1 , which is fixed on the at least one inner container foot () claim 1 , and also a second surface () claim 1 , which is fixed on the base () claim 1 , wherein the first surface () is designed to slide on the second surface ().3500500500cab. The storage container as claimed in claim 2 , characterized in that a lubricant () is provided between the two surfaces ( claim 2 , ).4500. The storage container as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the sliding bearing () has a coefficient of sliding friction that is less than or equal to 0.15300303303300. The storage container as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the at least one outer container foot () is closed in the downward direction by the base () claim 1 , wherein the base () is designed for supporting the at least one outer container foot () on the underlying surface (U).6400400300300340210ab. The storage container as claimed claim 1 , characterized in that between an outer side () of the at least one inner container foot () and an inner side () of the at least one outer container foot () there is formed a second interspace () claim 1 , which is connected to the first interspace ().7340400. ...

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Номер записи: 76
06-08-2020 дата публикации

PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR ESTABLISHING VACUUM INSULATION UNDER CRYOGENIC CONDITION

Номер: US20200248872A1
Автор: Briglia Alain, Chen Ren, Gueret Vincent
Принадлежит: L'Air Liquide, Société Anonyme pour I'Etude et I'Exploitation des Procédés Georges Claude

A process for establishing vacuum insulation under cryogenic condition and an apparatus compatible with such process are described. When an insulation enclosure filled with high purity COis evacuated to around 100 absolute Pa at ambient temperature, hard vacuum of below 1 absolute Pa may be automatically obtained within the insulation enclosure when temperature drops to around or below −170° C. This process can be employed to provide vacuum insulation for cold box housing air separation units operated under cryogenic condition. 134-. (canceled)35. A process for establishing an insulation enclosure , the process comprising the steps of:a) providing an insulation enclosure having a casing encompassing a cryogenic equipment;b) providing a filling gas of a desired purity;c) performing a first purging cycle to the insulation enclosure, characterized by evacuating the insulation enclosure from a first starting pressure to a first intermediate vacuum, followed by re-pressuring the insulation enclosure with the filling gas to a second starting pressure;d) creating and maintaining a primary vacuum in the insulation enclosure filled primarily with the filling gas; ande) operating the cryogenic equipment to cool the insulation enclosure and the filling gas to a temperature sufficiently low to solidify the filling gas, thus creating a final vacuum in the insulation enclosure;wherein starting from the primary vacuum, the filling gas undergoes transformation from gas phase to solid phase directly during cooling caused by the operation of the cryogenic equipment.36. The process of claim 35 , wherein the insulation enclosure is a cold box or a cylindrical enclosure.37. The process of claim 35 , wherein the filling gas is carbon dioxide.38. The process of claim 37 , wherein the purity of carbon dioxide is equal to or better than 99.99% volume percentage.39. The process of claim 35 , wherein the cryogenic equipment comprises rectification apparatus used in cryogenic separation or ...

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Номер записи: 77
20-09-2018 дата публикации

A FUEL TANK ARRANGEMENT OF A MARINE VESSEL

Номер: US20180266628A1
Автор: HARTEVELD Frank, KARLSSON Soren, LAUNONEN Frans, ZOGLIA Piero
Принадлежит: WÄRTSILÄ FINLAND OY

The present invention relates to a fuel tank arrangement of a marine vessel including a fuel tank for Liquefied Natural Gas, the fuel tank having a shell, a heat insulation in connection therewith, connections for a pipeline for bunkering LNG to the fuel tank, a pipeline for taking boil-off gas from the fuel tank and a pipeline for taking LNG from the fuel tank, and a deep well pump for pumping LNG from the tank to the pipeline, wherein at least one recess is extending inwardly from the shell and being arranged on top of the fuel tank, the deep well pump being installed in the at least one recess. 114-. (canceled)15. A fuel tank arrangement of a marine vessel comprising a fuel tank for Liquefied Natural Gas , the fuel tank comprising a shell , a heat insulation in connection therewith , connections for a pipeline for bunkering LNG to the fuel tank , a pipeline for taking boil-off gas from the fuel tank and a pipeline for taking LNG from the fuel tank , a deep well pump for pumping LNG from the tank to the pipeline , and at least one recess extending inwardly from the shell and being arranged on top of the fuel tank , the deep well pump being installed in the at least one recess the recess having a bottom and a side wall , the deep well pump comprising a pump , a riser and a drive motor , the riser passing through the bottom , characterized in that the drive motor of the deep well pump is located at least partially inside the recess.16. The fuel tank arrangement as recited in claim 15 , wherein the side wall is provided with an opening for the pipeline taking boil-off gas from the fuel tank.17. The fuel tank arrangement as recited in claim 15 , wherein the fuel tank is provided with means for spraying LNG into the tank and a pipeline introducing LNG to said means.18. The fuel tank arrangement as recited in claim 15 , wherein the side wall is provided with at least one opening for one of the spraying means and said pipeline.19. The fuel tank arrangement as recited in ...

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Номер записи: 78
25-12-2014 дата публикации

SODA MACHINE WITH A PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT FITTING

Номер: US20140373936A1
Автор: Song Ning
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A soda machine with a pressure adjustment fitting, which includes a carbon dioxide steel cylinder, a soda cylinder, a gas outlet controller fitted to the carbon dioxide steel cylinder and a gas inlet fitted to the soda cylinder; said gas outlet controller including a gas inlet body, a drive rod, a valve core and a valve core seat, the gas inlet body including a drive rod channel, a valve core seat chamber and a gas outlet; a pressure adjustment valve including a valve housing, a drive rod, a limit nut, a gas block, an adjustment screw rod, an adjustment-fixing sleeve, a spring and a rotating knob. 13-. (canceled)4. A soda machine with a pressure adjustment fitting , which includes a carbon dioxide steel cylinder , a soda cylinder , a gas outlet controller fitted to the carbon dioxide steel cylinder and a gas inlet means fitted to the soda cylinder; said gas outlet controller including a gas inlet body , a drive rod , a valve core and a valve core seat , the gas inlet body including a drive rod channel , a valve core seat chamber and a gas outlet;the drive rod and the valve core seat being made of a single piece, and a limit disk being provided at a junction area of the drive rod and the valve core; further comprising a pressure adjustment valve, a top cover of said gas inlet means having a gas outlet aperture, which communicates to the pressure adjustment valve;said pressure adjustment valve including a valve housing, a drive rod, a limit nut, a gas block, an adjustment screw rod, an adjustment-fixing sleeve, a spring and a rotating knob,said valve housing having a drive channel, a valve core chamber and an adjustment rod channel along a line; a hollow gas block seat being provided at a junction area of the drive channel and the valve core chamber, a gas inlet hole communicating to the hollow gas block seat, and a pressure relief hole being provided on the valve core chamber;said drive rod slidably engaging and hermetically sealing the drive channel, a guide rod at ...

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Номер записи: 79
04-10-2018 дата публикации

COMPRESSED GAS CONFINEMENT ARTICLE WITH BARRIER COATING

Номер: US20180283613A1
Автор: Eastman Scott Alan, Fang Xiaomei, Thompson Mark Steven, Zhao Wenping
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A confinement article for containing a fluid includes a wall and a nano-aligned barrier. The wall is constructed and arranged to contain the fluid. The nano-aligned barrier co-extends with the wall, and is constructed and arranged to restrict permeation of the fluid. 1. A confinement article for containing a fluid , the confinement article comprising:a wall constructed and arranged to contain the fluid; anda nano-aligned barrier co-extending with the wall, and constructed and arranged to restrict permeation of the fluid.2. The confinement article set forth in claim 1 , wherein the fluid is a compressed gas.3. The confinement article set forth in claim 1 , wherein the wall includes an inner surface defining a chamber claim 1 , the fluid is in the chamber claim 1 , and the nano-aligned barrier is a coating disposed on the inner surface.4. The confinement article set forth in claim 1 , wherein the wall is a composite wall.5. The confinement article set forth in claim 4 , wherein the fluid is a compressed gas.6. The confinement article set forth in claim 5 , wherein the wall includes an inner surface defining a chamber claim 5 , the fluid is in the chamber claim 5 , and the nano-aligned barrier is a coating disposed on the inner surface.7. The confinement article set forth in claim 5 , wherein the wall includes an inner surface defining a chamber and an outer surface claim 5 , and wherein the nano-aligned barrier is a coating disposed on the outer surface.8. The confinement article set forth in claim 1 , wherein the nano-aligned barrier is a film with aligned nano-platelets isolated in a polymer binder.9. The confinement article set forth in claim 8 , wherein the film is electrically grounded for reducing electrostatic discharge.10. The confinement article set forth in claim 8 , wherein the film includes a thickness within a range of 2 to 500 nanometers claim 8 , and each one of the nano-platelets include a maximum thickness of at least half the thickness of the film.11 ...

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Номер записи: 80
20-10-2016 дата публикации

LOW HEAT LOSS CRYOGENIC LIQUID CONTAINER

Номер: US20160305610A1
Автор: Baik Jong Hoon, Karng Sarng Woo, KIM Seo Young, OH In Hwan
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Provided is a low heat loss cryogenic liquid container, which includes: an outer container, to an upper end of which an upper end cover is coupled and an interior of which is maintained in a vacuum; an inner container that is disposed inside the outer container apart from an inner wall of the outer container and contains a cryogenic liquid; a liquid inflow/outflow pipe that connects an exterior of the outer container and an interior of the inner container and serves as a passage for charging and/or discharging the cryogenic liquid; and a support including a strut member that is disposed between an inner lower surface of the outer container and an outer lower surface of the inner container and is formed of a low heat conductivity material to interrupt heat conduction, and springs disposed at least one position between an upper end of the strut member and the outer lower surface of the inner container, between a lower end of the strut member and the inner lower surface of the outer container, and between both of the ends of the strut member. 1. A low heat loss cryogenic liquid container comprising:an outer container, to an upper end of which an upper end cover is coupled and an interior of which is maintained in a vacuum;an inner container that is disposed inside the outer container apart from an inner wall of the outer container and contains a cryogenic liquid;a liquid inflow/outflow pipe that connects an exterior of the outer container and an interior of the inner container and serves as a passage for charging and/or discharging the cryogenic liquid; anda support that is disposed between an inner lower surface of the outer container and an outer lower surface of the inner container and includes a strut member formed of a low heat conductivity material in order to interrupt heat conduction and at least one spring coupled to the strut member such that the inner container is displaceable up and down relative to the outer container.2. The low heat loss cryogenic liquid ...

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Номер записи: 81
19-10-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR REDUCING NATURAL EVAPORATION RATE OF LNG STORAGE TANK

Номер: US20170299118A1
Автор: HWANG Beom Seok, Kang Joong Kyoo, Park Seong Woo, Shin Jung Sub
Принадлежит: DAEWOO SHIPBUILDING & MARINE ENGINEERING CO., LTD.

Disclosed is a method for reducing the natural evaporation rate of an LNG storage tank. The method for reducing the natural evaporation rate of an LNG storage tank comprises the steps of: manufacturing an LNG storage tank including a primary insulation layer and a secondary insulation layer; connecting one end of a second vacuum hose to the secondary insulation layer; connecting the other end of the second vacuum hose to a vacuum pump; and actuating the vacuum pump so as to lower the internal pressure of the secondary insulation layer. The method enables the inside of the secondary insulation layer to be a vacuum, and thus lowers the moisture content of plywood included in the secondary insulation layer. 1. A method of reducing a boil-off rate of an LNG storage tank , comprising:fabricating an LNG storage tank comprising a primary heat-insulating layer and a secondary heat-insulating layer;connecting one end of a second vacuum hose to the secondary heat-insulating layer;connecting the other end of the second vacuum hose to a vacuum pump; andoperating the vacuum pump to reduce an internal pressure of the secondary heat-insulating layer,wherein an inner side of the secondary heat-insulating layer is evacuated to a vacuum to reduce a water content of plywood contained in the secondary heat-insulating layer.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:connecting one end of a first vacuum hose to the primary heat-insulating layer of the LNG storage tank;connecting the other end of the first vacuum hose to the vacuum pump; andoperating the vacuum pump to reduce an internal pressure of the primary heat-insulating layer,wherein an inner side of the primary heat-insulating layer is evacuated to a vacuum to reduce a water content of plywood contained in the primary heat-insulating layer, and an internal pressure of the primary heat-insulating layer is maintained to be higher than an internal pressure of the secondary heat-insulating layer during operation of ...

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Номер записи: 82
18-10-2018 дата публикации

SECURING A PIPE IN A HOUSING

Номер: US20180299071A1
Автор: BOUCARD Catherine, BUGNICOURT Bertrand, DAGAN Kevin, Ezzarhouni Adnan, MICHAUT Erwan
Принадлежит: GAZTRANSPORT ET TECHNIGAZ

A securing device for securing a pipe in a housing, which has a cylindrical collar, at least three securing arms, each securing arm containing a proximal arm portion mounted on the cylindrical collar, a distal arm portion bearing a bearing pad, the bearing pad containing a bearing surface facing away from the collar and intended to collaborate with a wall of the housing in which at least one of the securing arms contains a guideway capable of translationally guiding the distal arm portion with respect to the proximal arm portion, an elastic member being coupled to the guideway so as to be able to apply a return force that pushes the distal arm portion away from the proximal arm portion. 1671213127. A fluid storage facility containing a fluid-tight and insulating tank , in which a bottom wall () of the tank contains a housing () , and a loading or unloading pipe () arranged in the tank , one end () of the pipe being accommodated in the housing , the facility containing in addition a securing device for securing the pipe () in the housing () , the securing device containing:{'b': 16', '13, 'a cylindrical collar () mounted on the end () of the pipe,'}{'b': '17', 'claim-text': [{'b': 34', '36, 'a proximal arm portion () containing a first end () mounted on the cylindrical collar, the proximal arm portion being capable of rotation about a first axis of rotation parallel to a generatrix direction of the cylindrical collar,'}, {'b': 35', '39', '19', '20', '9', '7, 'a distal arm portion () containing a first end () bearing a bearing pad (), the bearing pad being mounted on said first end of the distal arm portion, the bearing pad being capable of rotation about a second axis of rotation parallel to the generatrix direction of the cylindrical collar, the bearing pad containing a bearing surface () facing away from the collar and collaborating with a wall () of the housing (),'}], 'at least three securing arms (), each securing arm containing'}{'b': 48', '49, 'in which at ...

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Номер записи: 83
19-11-2015 дата публикации

Energy Efficient Vertical Cryogenic Tank

Номер: US20150330576A1
Автор: "PAN Xiaoe", DONG Minghui, Wang Hongxia, ZHAI Lanhui
Принадлежит:

Disclosed herein is an energy efficient vertical cryogenic tank, which comprises a tank body with a vacuum insulation interlayer, wherein the tank body comprises a transmission means including an air return pipe and a liquid outlet pipe, and positioning means including supporting legs provided at the bottom of the tank body, and a built-in saturation adjustment mechanism formed by a heat exchanger connected to an let of the air return pipe and a return air dispersing device. By using a saturation adjustment mechanism at the inlet of the air return pipe, the cryogenic storage tank can not only fully leverage the gasification gas produced at the pump, but also achieve the saturation function of the LNG in the tank, with such benefits as reduced energy loss, simplified tank interface settings, improved efficiency of saturation adjustment, and avoided pump cavitation.

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Номер записи: 84
24-11-2016 дата публикации

THERMAL PROTECTION SYSTEM FOR A CRYOGENIC TANK OF A SPACE VEHICLE

Номер: US20160341362A1
Автор: Hayoun David, RAVIER Nicolas, Vuillamy Didier
Принадлежит: SNECMA

An assembly including a cryogenic fluid tank for a space vehicle and a thermal protection system for a cryogenic fluid tank of the space vehicle, the system including: a shell adapted to surround the cryogenic fluid tank, the shell being dimensioned to define an inside space between the shell and the tank; and an injector for injecting a cooling fluid spray into the inside space; the cooling fluid being injected into the inside space in the liquid state at a temperature that is adapted to ensure that the cooling fluid picks up the heat flux reaching the cryogenic fluid tank, thereby causing the cooling fluid to vaporize, the shell having a plurality of orifices adapted to allow the cooling fluid in gaseous form to leave inside space through the shell. 1. An assembly comprising a cryogenic fluid tank for a space vehicle and a thermal protection system for the cryogenic fluid tank of the space vehicle , said system comprising:a shell adapted to surround the cryogenic fluid tank, the shell being dimensioned to define an inside space between the shell and the tank; andan injection duct connected to a tank of cooling fluid and adapted to inject a spray of cooling fluid into said inside space;wherein said cooling fluid is injected into the inside space in the liquid state at a temperature that is adapted to ensure that the cooling fluid picks up a heat flux reaching the cryogenic fluid tank, thereby causing said cooling fluid to vaporize, the shell having a plurality of orifices adapted to allow the cooling fluid in gaseous form to leave said inside space through the shell.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said system further comprises an injector means for injecting dry gas into the inside space.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said shell comprises a plurality of hinged segments adapted to be capable selectively of surrounding the cryogenic fluid tank and of releasing it prior to launch of the space vehicle.4. The assembly according to claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 85
03-12-2015 дата публикации

Pressure Vessel Comprising a Heat Exchanger for a Cryogenically Stored Medium

Номер: US20150345707A1
Автор: LANDECK Bastian, SZOUCESEK Klaus
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The invention relates to a pressure vessel comprising a heat exchanger for a cryogenically stored medium, especially for use in a motor vehicle, especially for use as a pressure tank for hydrogen. Said pressure vessel includes a cylindrical jacket and rounded-off end faces which are rolled onto the ends of the jacket and which have centrally arranged openings closed by welded-in inserts, at least one first insert having filling and removal devices. The invention is characterized in that the inserts form bearings on which at least one in-tank heat exchanger is mounted. 1. A pressure vessel for a cryogenically stored medium , comprising a cylindrical jacket and rounded-off end faces which are rolled onto the ends of said cylindrical jacket and which have centrally positioned openings which are closed by welded-in inserts , at least one first insert being provided at least with filling and removal devices , and wherein the inserts form bearings , to which at least one in-tank heat exchanger is fitted.2. The pressure vessel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the in-tank heat exchanger extends in the axial direction from the first insert to a second insert.3. The pressure vessel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the in-tank heat exchanger comprises a feed pipe and a return pipe claim 1 , fitted individually to the first insert and mounted together on the second insert via a connecting device claim 1 , wherein the feed pipe can be charged with cryogenic medium from outside the pressure vessel via a filling opening in the first insert claim 1 , and wherein the cryogenic medium flows through the feed pipe via the connecting device into the return pipe claim 1 , and from the return pipe into the pressure vessel via a first outlet opening claim 1 , or is led out of the pressure vessel through the first insert via an outlet opening.4. The pressure vessel as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the first outlet opening is fitted in the return pipe in the vicinity of the first insert.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 86
23-11-2017 дата публикации

PRESSURE VESSEL LINER VENTING VIA NANOTEXTURED SURFACE

Номер: US20170336031A1
Автор: Newhouse Norman L.
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A pressure vessel has a first end with a first boss, the first boss having a first outer surface. The vessel includes a liner having a second outer surface, a shell disposed over the second outer surface, and a first vent. The first vent is formed onto at least a portion of the first outer surface and at least a portion of the second outer surface. The first vent includes a texture that provides a higher rate of gas flow through the first vent than through a portion of an interface of the liner and shell lacking the texture. In another aspect, a pressure vessel has a first end and a second end, a plurality of first longitudinal vents and a plurality of second longitudinal vents. At least one of first longitudinal vents is circumferentially offset around the pressure vessel from at least one of the second longitudinal vents. 1. A pressure vessel having a first end with a first boss , the first boss having a first outer surface , and the vessel including:a liner having a second outer surface;a shell disposed over the second outer surface; anda first vent formed onto at least a portion of the first outer surface and at least a portion of the second outer surface, the first vent including a texture that provides a higher rate of gas flow through the first vent than through a portion of an interface of the liner and shell lacking the texture.2. The pressure vessel of wherein the first vent includes a nanotextured portion of the first outer surface and wherein the first vent includes a nanotextured portion of the second outer surface.3. The pressure vessel of wherein the first vent is elongated.4. The pressure vessel of wherein the first vent is aligned substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the pressure vessel.5. The pressure vessel of wherein the pressure vessel has a cylindrical portion claim 1 , and wherein the first vent extends at least from the cylindrical portion to the first boss.6. The pressure vessel of wherein the first vent extends at least to a ...

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Номер записи: 87
30-11-2017 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC STORAGE CONTAINER

Номер: US20170343264A1
Автор: McCormick Bruce
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A portable cryogenic container includes a porous material configured to absorb a cryogenic coolant such as liquid nitrogen. The coolant-absorbing material at least partially defines a storage cavity in the container that is configured to accept and support a cassette or other type of contents container in which a product to be cryogenically stored is contained. With cryogenic coolant absorbed into the container, the temperature within the storage cavity can be maintained sufficiently close to the boiling point of the cryogenic coolant to preserve post-thaw viability of the stored product for several hours. 1. A cryogenic storage container , comprising one or more walls that together define a closable storage cavity , wherein at least one of the walls comprises a layer of porous material configured to absorb a cryogenic coolant and to release the cryogenic coolant in vapor form into the storage cavity.2. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a super-insulating layer claim 1 , wherein the layer of porous material is located between the super-insulating layer and the storage cavity.3. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a layer of material that is super-insulating at atmospheric pressure claim 1 , wherein the layer of porous material is located between the layer of super-insulating material and the storage cavity.4. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , wherein said layer of porous material comprises calcium silicate.5. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , wherein said layer of porous material comprises a super-insulating material.6. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , wherein said layer of porous material has a non-uniform thickness.7. A cryogenic storage container as defined in claim 1 , wherein said layer of porous material has a thickness at an open end of the storage cavity that is greater than a thickness at a closed end of the storage cavity ...

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Номер записи: 88
22-10-2020 дата публикации

CRYOGENIC VESSEL

Номер: US20200332959A1
Автор: EHEGARTNER Florian
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The present invention relates to a cryogenic vessel () having an inner container (), an outer container (), an intermediate space () between the inner container () and the outer container () which can be evacuated, and having at least one fluid distribution container (), which has an internal volume which extends proceeding from one wall of the inner container () into the intermediate space (), is arranged at least partially within the intermediate space () and is fluidically connected to the inner container (), wherein the internal volume of the fluid distribution container () is delimited by a wall which has openings () that are designed for the connection of one line () each or are each connected with one such line (). The wall () has a convex section (), wherein a wall thickness of the wall at at least one point is less than % of a wall thickness of the inner container (). The invention also relates to a fluid distribution container () and to a method for producing a cryogenic vessel (). 1300300301302303301302100200120220301303303301120220121221111112113211212213311312313311312313121221101201121221301ab. A cryogenic vessel ( , ) having an inner container () , an outer container () , an intermediate space () , which can be evacuated , between the inner container () and the outer container () , and having at least one fluid distribution container ( , ) , which has an internal volume ( , ) that , proceeding from a wall of the inner container () , extends into the intermediate space () , is arranged at least partially within the intermediate space () and is fluidically connected to the inner container () , characterized in that the internal volume ( , ) is delimited by a wall ( , ) which has a plurality of openings ( , , , , , ) that are each configured for the connection of at least one line ( , , ) or are each connected to one such line ( , , ) , and the wall ( , ) has a convex section ( , ) , a wall thickness of the wall ( , ) at at least one point being less ...

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Номер записи: 89
17-12-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING FLUID

Номер: US20150362128A1
Автор: SANGLAN Patrick, Staempflin Martin
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Device for supplying fluid comprising a source tank for storing gaseous fuel at a cryogenic temperature in the form of a liquid-gas mixture, a cryogenic pump, the pump comprising a suction inlet connected to the lower part of the tank via a suction line, a high-pressure first outlet intended to supply high-pressure fluid to a user and a degassing second outlet connected to the upper part of the tank via a return pipe, the device being characterized in that it comprises a cryogenic buffer storage volume, a first pipe connecting the lower part of the buffer storage volume to the tank and a second pipe connecting the upper part of the tank to the buffer storage volume, and in that the device comprises a liquefaction member for liquefying the gas in the buffer storage volume. 123342567291810821128128. Device for supplying fluid comprising a source tank () for storing gaseous fuel at a cryogenic temperature in the form of a liquid-gas mixture , a cryogenic pump () , the pump () comprising a suction inlet () connected to the lower part of the tank () via a suction line () , a high-pressure first outlet () intended to supply high-pressure fluid to a user and a degassing second outlet () connected to the upper part of the tank () via a return pipe () , the device () being characterized in that it comprises a cryogenic buffer storage volume () , a first pipe () , distinct from the suction line , connecting the lower part of the buffer storage volume () to the tank () and a second pipe () connecting the upper part of the tank () to the buffer storage volume () , and in that the device comprises a liquefaction member () for liquefying the gas in the buffer storage volume ().2118982739. Device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the second pipe () has a first end connected to the upper part of the buffer storage volume () and a second end connected to the return pipe () claim 1 , which means to say that the buffer storage volume () is connected to the tank () and to ...

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Номер записи: 90
17-12-2015 дата публикации

Method and Device for Determining the Filling Mass of a Cryogenically Stored Gas in a Container

Номер: US20150362353A1
Автор: KAMPITSCH Markus, Schott Stefan
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A method for determining a filling mass in a thermally insulated container for a cryogenically stored gas is disclosed. The filling mass is determined by way of a known container volume and a calculated density of the gas content of the container. A temperature sensor is used for measuring a mixing temperature of a liquid and a gaseous phase of the gas. The liquid phase is extracted by way of a first extraction supply line at the geodetically lowest point, and the gaseous phase is extracted by way of a second extraction supply line at the geodetically highest point of the container cavity. Downstream of the extraction points, after a convergence of the first and the second extraction supply line to a single extraction supply line leading out of the container, the temperature sensor is placed where a complete and thorough mixing of the liquid and the gaseous phase of the gas from the first and second extraction supply line has already taken place. 1. A method for determining a filling mass in a thermally insulated container for a cryogenically stored gas , comprising the acts of:determining the filling mass using a known container volume and a calculated density of the cryogenically stored gas in the container, wherein the calculated density is calculated from a container pressure measurement and a temperature measurement; andmeasuring, by a temperature sensor, a mixing temperature of a liquid phase and a gaseous phase of the gas, wherein the liquid phase is extracted by way of a first extraction supply line at the geodetically lowest point and the gaseous phase is extracted by way of a second extraction supply line at the geodetically highest point of the container cavity,wherein the temperature sensor is placed downstream of the extraction points, after a convergence of the first and second extraction supply lines to a single extraction line leading out of the container, on the inside or outside of said line, at a location where complete and thorough mixing of the ...

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Номер записи: 91
06-12-2018 дата публикации

VALVE, STORAGE FACILITY AND FILLING STATION

Номер: US20180347758A1
Автор: Lacombe Yves, OTT Thierry, Zanoto Adrien
Принадлежит: L'Air Liquide, Societe Anonyme pour l'Etude et l'Exploitation des Procedes Georges Claude

Valve comprising a body housing a fluid circuit comprising a first end intended to be connected to the orifice of at least one storage facility, at least one second, draw-off end intended to be connected to a receiver circuit, at least one third, filling end intended to be connected to a source of gas under pressure, the second end and the third end being connected to the first end via a draw-off branch of the circuit and a filler branch of the circuit, respectively, the draw-off branch and the filler branch being connected in parallel to the first end of the circuit and each comprising a set of valves, characterized in that the draw-off branch and filler branch each comprise a respective valve in series with a respective unidirectional valve. 1. A valve for a storage facility for fluid under pressure , the fluid being hydrogen gas , said valve comprising a body housing a fluid circuit , the circuit comprising:a first end adapted and configured to be connected to the orifice of at least one pressurized fluid storage facility;at least one second end each of which being a draw-off end, each of said at least one second end adapted and configured to be connected to a receiver circuit to enable a supply of fluid drawn off from the at least one pressurized storage facility via the circuit;at least one third, being a filling end, adapted and configured to be connected to a source of gas under pressure so that the filling of the storage facility may be filled via the circuit;a draw-off branch, the second end being connected to the first end via the draw-off branch, the draw-off branch comprising, in series, a draw-off branch valve and a unidirectional valve that has a flow direction in a draw-off flow direction; anda filler branch, the third end being connected to the first end via the filler branch of the circuit, the draw-off branch and the filler branch being connected in parallel to the first end of the circuit, the filler branch comprising, in series, a filler branch ...

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Номер записи: 92
05-11-2020 дата публикации

POLYMERIC LINER BASED GAS CYLINDER WITH REDUCED PERMEABILITY

Номер: US20200347992A1
Автор: Cederberg Chad Alvin, John Dustin Joseph, Makinson John David, Morgan David Neil, Volkmer Michael Gregory
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Disclosed are gas cylinder assemblies for containing pressurized gas. The gas cylinder assembly has a polymeric liner and a low-permeability barrier layer. The polymeric liner a first end portion, a second end portion and a central body. The central body comprises an outer surface and an inner surface disposed between the first end and the second end. The gas cylinder assembly comprises a reinforcement structure wound over the central body. The gas cylinder assembly further comprises a metal foil interposed between the reinforcement structure and central body. The metal foil is configured to reduce permeation of contents of the polymeric liner. 1. A gas cylinder for containing pressurized gas , comprising: a first end portion;', 'a second end portion; and', 'a central body having a first end coupled with the first end portion and a second end coupled with the second end portion, the central body further having an outer surface and an inner surface disposed between the first end and the second end;', 'the first end portion, the second end portion, and the central body forming an enclosed cavity for storing pressurized gas wherein the inner surface of the central body forms at least a portion of an innermost surface of the internal pressure enclosure;', 'the central body between the inner surface and the outer surface being a continuous expanse of a homogenous material;, 'an internal pressure enclosure comprisinga reinforcement structure disposed over the central body; anda metal foil interposed between the reinforcement structure and central body, the metal foil configured to reduce permeation of contents of the internal pressure enclosure.2. The gas cylinder of claim 1 , wherein the metal foil is an aluminum foil having a thickness in a range between 0.0005 in and 0.05 inches.3. The gas cylinder of claim 1 , further comprising an adhesive layer interposed between the metal foil and the central body.4. The gas cylinder of claim 1 , wherein the metal foil comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 93
05-12-2019 дата публикации

HEAT TRANSFER UNIT FOR PREFABRICATED VESSEL

Номер: US20190368660A1
Автор: McWilliams Anthony J., Tamburello David A.
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Vessel assemblies, heat transfer units for prefabricated vessels, and methods for heat transfer prefabricated vessel are provided. A heat transfer unit includes a central rod, and a plurality of peripheral rods surrounding the central rod and connected to the central rod. The plurality of peripheral rods are movable between a first collapsed position and a second bowed position, wherein in the second bowed position a midpoint of each of the plurality of peripheral rods is spaced from the central rod relative to in the first position. The heat transfer unit further includes a heat transfer element connected to one of the plurality of peripheral rods. 1. A heat transfer unit for a prefabricated vessel , the heat transfer unit comprising:a central core extending along and defining a longitudinal axis, wherein the central core is operable to provide heat transfer;a plurality of fins connected to the central core, each of the plurality of fins extending from the central core at an angle to the longitudinal axis when in a base position, each of the plurality of fins being flexible and biased towards the base position such that each of the plurality of fins returns to about the respective base position when not under the influence of an external biasing force.2. The heat transfer unit of claim 1 , wherein the central core is a tube.3. The heat transfer unit of claim 2 , further comprising heat transfer fluid disposed within the tube.4. The heat transfer unit of claim 1 , wherein the central core is a rod.5. The heat transfer unit of claim 1 , wherein the central core has a helical structure.6. The heat transfer unit of claim 5 , further comprising a fluid supply tube claim 5 , the fluid supply tube extending through the helical structure.7. The heat transfer unit of claim 1 , wherein the central core is formed from a metal.8. The heat transfer unit of claim 7 , wherein the metal is one of steel claim 7 , copper claim 7 , or aluminum.9. The heat transfer unit of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 94
03-12-2020 дата публикации

TRANSPORT CONTAINER WITH COOLABLE THERMAL SHIELD

Номер: US20200378557A1
Автор: BICHLMEIER Juergen, HEINZ Posselt, TODOROV Teodor, TREUCHTLINGER Niels
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The invention relates to a transport container () for helium (He), comprising an inner container () for receiving the helium (He); a coolant container () for receiving a cryogenic fluid (N); an outer container () in which the inner container () and the coolant container () are received; a thermal shield () in which the inner container () is received and which can be actively cooled using the cryogenic fluid (N), said thermal shield () having at least one cooling line () which is fluidically connected to the coolant container () and in which the cryogenic fluid (N) can be received in order to actively cool the thermal shield (); and at least one return line (), by means of which the at least one cooling line () is fluidically connected to the coolant container () in order to return the cryogenic fluid (N) back to the coolant container (). 1161422614216221261422134352614214. Transport container () for helium (He) , with an inner container () for receiving the helium (He) , a coolant container () for receiving a cryogenic fluid (N) , an outer container () in which the inner container () and the coolant container () are received , a thermal shield () in which the inner container () is received and which can be actively cooled using the cryogenic fluid (N) , said thermal shield () having at least one cooling line () , which is fluidically connected to the coolant container () and in which the cryogenic fluid (N) can be received in order to actively cool the thermal shield () , and at least one return line ( , ) , by means of which the at least one cooling line () is fluidically connected to the coolant container () in order to return the cryogenic fluid (N) back to the coolant container ().226191434351814. Transport container according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one cooling line () is fluidically connected to a liquid zone () of the coolant container () claim 1 , and wherein the at least one return line ( claim 1 , ) is fluidically connected to a gas zone () of ...

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Номер записи: 95
26-12-2019 дата публикации

USE OF A LAYER OF A MATERIAL AS A THERMAL INSULATION BARRIER

Номер: US20190390823A1
Автор: Elisseeva Olga Vladimirovna, ETKIND Joshua, SELVARAJ KOUSALYA Arun
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The present invention relates to containment system for a cryogenic fluid. The system comprises a wall defining an interior space for containing the cryogenic fluid, the wall having an interior surface facing the interior space. the cryogenic fluid comprises liquefied gas At least a portion of the interior surface being provided with a thermal insulation barrier comprising a layer of a material having a contact angle which is at least 150° for the cryogenic fluid. 1. A containment system for a cryogenic fluid ,the system comprising a wall defining an interior space for containing the cryogenic fluid, the wall having an interior surface facing the interior space,the cryogenic fluid comprising liquefied gas, andat least a portion of the interior surface being provided with a thermal insulation barrier comprising a layer of a material having a contact angle which is at least 150° for the cryogenic fluid.2. The containment system of claim 1 , the material being a superoleophobic material.3. The containment system of claim 1 , the material being a superomniphobic material.4. The containment system of claim 1 , the cryogenic fluid being one of liquified natural gas (LNG) claim 1 , liquefied nitrogen claim 1 , liquefied propane claim 1 , liquefied oxygen claim 1 , liquefied carbon dioxide and liquefied hydrogen.5. The containment system of claim 1 , the thermal insulation barrier being a fluid barrier for the cryogenic fluid.6. The containment system of claim 1 , the entire interior surface of the wall being covered with the layer of material.7. The containment system of claim 1 , wherein the material is selected from the group consisting of those obtained by grafting of fluorinated functional groups on polymerizable moieties claim 1 , inorganic nanoparticles functionalized with organic fluoropolymers and micro-textured surfaces with re-entrant surface morphology functionalized with fluorinated compounds.8. The containment system of claim 1 , wherein a vapor or air layer ...

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Номер записи: 96
10-11-2022 дата публикации

LARGE-SCALE VACUUM INSULATED CRYOGENIC STORAGE

Номер: US20220356994A1
Автор: CIHLAR Steven Matthew, Eberly Randy Lee, JACOBSON John Andrew, Kuscu Koray, LI Yaming
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Implementations of the present disclosure generally relate to an apparatus for large-scale external pressure storage, and more particularly for large-scale storage of liquid hydrogen and other products that require evacuated insulation. In some examples, a plate for a storage apparatus is provided. The plate a body that includes a beveled joint with the body having a nominal thickness at the beveled joint. The beveled joint is configured to be welded to a corresponding beveled joint of an adjacent plate. 1. A plate for an outer vessel of a storage apparatus , comprising:a body comprising a beveled joint, the body having a thickness at the beveled joint less than a thickness at a central portion of the body, wherein the beveled joint is configured to be welded to a corresponding beveled joint of an adjacent plate.2. The plate of claim 1 , wherein the beveled joint is disposed around the entire perimeter of the body.3. The plate of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the beveled joint is about 30 percent to about 70 percent of the thickness at the central portion of the body.4. The plate of claim 1 , wherein one or more stiffeners are coupled to the body inside the beveled joint.5. The plate of claim 4 , wherein the one or more stiffeners comprises two parallel stiffeners.6. The plate of claim 1 , wherein the one or more stiffeners are arranged to conform to a perimeter of the body.7. The plate of claim 1 , wherein the beveled joint includes a portion of a beveled surface of the body and an edge of the body.8. The plate of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the beveled surface and the beveled surface have a different contour.9. A plate arrangement for a storage apparatus claim 1 , comprising: a body;', 'a beveled surface formed on the body;', 'a beveled joint formed on the body and including a portion of the beveled surface, wherein the each plate is welded at the beveled joint to the beveled joint of at least one other plate of the plurality of plates., 'a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 97
06-08-2021 дата публикации

一种内翻式高阻氢塑料-金属封头密封结构

Номер: CN113217814A
Автор: 丁玉梅, 杨卫民, 查燕, 王修磊, 谢鹏程
Принадлежит: Beijing University of Chemical Technology

本发明公开一种内翻式高阻氢塑料‑金属封头密封结构，包括金属BOSS结构、塑料封头，金属BOSS锁紧结构、瓶阀座和密封圈。金属BOSS结构与塑料封头同轴布置；塑料封头瓶口处结构向内翻折；BOSS结构与塑料内胆连接端面处通过螺纹连接了一个金属BOSS锁紧结构；其中金属BOSS锁紧结构将金属BOSS结构和塑料封头进行锁紧并且加装密封圈密封；金属BOSS结构与瓶阀座之间通过螺纹连接，BOSS结构与瓶阀座之间通过密封圈密封。本发明采用内翻式塑料封头瓶口设计，使塑料封头在快速充放气过程中具有较好的抵抗变形能力；设计锥面、凹型凸台、密封圈等结构，充分利用了储氢罐内外压差大的优势，使得塑料‑金属即使因加工工艺和温度导致两者收缩不一致，也能具有较好的界面密封效果。

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Номер записи: 98
18-03-1985 дата публикации

低温貯蔵容器の液密断熱構造

Номер: JPS6049195A
Автор: Kenji Osaka, Yoshinobu Kitade, 北出　義信, 憲司 大坂
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd

(57)【要約】本公報は電子出願前の出願データであるた め要約のデータは記録されません。

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Номер записи: 99
14-05-2021 дата публикации

一种复合材料内胆及其制作方法

Номер: CN112797307A
Автор: 刘岩, 刘峰, 周晓兵, 李楠, 赵利可
Принадлежит: Xinqi Times Beijing Material Technology Co ltd

本发明公开了一种复合材料内胆及其制作方法，包括凸台和内胆本体，所述内胆本体主要由编织碳纤维复合材料构成的防裂纹结构层、防渗漏塑料膜层和凸台固定结构组成；所述防渗漏塑料膜层与所述凸台固定结构通过焊接或粘接构成第一防泄漏层；所述防裂纹结构层铺覆在所述第一防泄露层外侧；所述凸台固定结构设置有沿部；所述凸台固定结构通过所述沿部与所述防渗漏塑料膜层连接；本发明通过复合编制布的编织方式设计和填充材料的优化，提高内胆性能，复合材料层在气瓶工作阶段，可分担结构层部分负载要求，同时分担原有内胆部分防止泄露功能，改善失效模式提高气瓶安全性。

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Номер записи: 100