УСТРОЙСТВО УКАЗАТЕЛЯ УРОВНЯ ЖИДКОСТИ

Полезная модель относится к измерительным устройствам, а именно к устройствам измерения уровня прямого действия, и предназначена для визуального наблюдения за уровнем жидкости в барабанах котельных агрегатов, сосудов, работающих под давлением, и других емкостей. Устройство указателя уровня жидкости представляет собой сварную конструкцию, состоящую из колонок, верхней отключающей головки, нижней отключающей головки, дренажного вентиля и защитно-осветительного устройства, при этом колонки состоят из корпуса со смотровой щелью, а щель закрыта с двух сторон прозрачным элементом, который прижимается к корпусу смотровой рамкой с прорезью, прижимными планками и шпильками с гайками, причем между прозрачным элементом и корпусом находится прокладка, для фиксации прозрачного элемента в корпусе выполнена канавка для установки ограничительной рамки, дренажный вентиль соединен с проточной частью колонки через корпус нижней отключающей головки, верхняя и нижняя отключающие головки состоят из стального ...

ДАТЧИК УРОВНЯ ЖИДКОСТИ ДЛЯ РЕЗЕРВУАРА

Полезная модель относится к аппаратным устройствам и может быть использована при изготовлении оборудования для контроля уровня воды в барабане котла или других резервуаров. Заявляемый датчик уровня жидкости для резервуара содержит водоуказательную колонку 1 с уровнемерным стеклом 2, которая при помощи импульсных трубок 3 и 4 жестко соединена с резервуаром 5. В верхней части водоуказательной колонки 1 на кронштейне 16 установлена видеокамера 6, при этом видеокамера 6 вынесена из зоны прямого наблюдения. Это позволяет наблюдателю вести прямое наблюдение за уровнем среды, например, в случае возникновения нештатной ситуации, вызванной, например, сбоями или отказом автоматики или для обеспечения дополнительного контроля за работой котла. Выход с видеокамеры 6 соединен с входом преобразователя 7 сигнала. В преобразователе 7 сигнала выход с блока 8 выделения области с изображением уровнемерного стекла 2 соединен с входом блока 9 распознавания меток, выход которого соединен с входом блока 10 построения ...

УСТРОЙСТВО КОНТРОЛЯ УРОВНЯ ВОДЫ В БАРАБАНЕ КОТЛА

Техническим результатом устройства является непрерывное визуальное наблюдение за показаниями водоуказательных колонок непосредственного с рабочего места диспетчера, обеспечивающее повышение надежности контроля за уровнем воды в водогрейных котлах. Достижение заявленного технического результата обеспечивается тем, что устройство контроля уровня воды в барабане котла содержит водоуказательную колонку и видеокамеру с цифровым выходом, соединенную через цифровую линию связи с показывающим прибором, установленным на рабочем месте диспетчера котельной. При этом видеокамера установлена на барабане котла и ориентирована полем зрения на водоуказательную колонку, показывающий прибор выполнен в виде монитора, а цифровая линия связи выполнена проводной и/или беспроводной типа Bluetooth или Wi-Fi. 1 илл., 2 з.п.ф.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ИЗМЕРЕНИЯ УРОВНЕЙ И СЛОЕВ ЖИДКОСТИ

Полезная модель относится к приборостроению и может найти применение в многофазных сложных системах, где требуется визуальное наблюдение не только за верхним уровнем жидкости, но и за составляющими ее слоями с различной плотностью и загрязненностью. Устройство для измерения уровней и слоев жидкости содержит карман, вмонтированный в стенку сосуда и образующий полость между ними. Новым является то, что карман вмонтирован снаружи сосуда и сообщен с пространством сосуда без перегородок по всей высоте сосуда и противоположные стенки кармана выполнены прозрачными. При этом на стенку кармана со стороны наблюдателя нанесена мерная шкала, а с обратной стороны наблюдателя расположен источник света. Техническим результатом полезной модели является повышение точности измерения уровней и слоев, распределенных по высоте столба жидкости в зависимости от своего удельного веса в многофазной сложной жидкой системе.

МЕРНАЯ ЕМКОСТЬ

Изобретение относится к области измерений объемов жидкости и сыпучих материалов, а именно к мерным емкостям, например, таким как мензурки, мерные колбы, мерные стаканы и т.д. Изобретение направлено на упрощение дозирования компонентов при составлении двухкомпонентной смеси, например жидкостей. Мерная емкость имеет корпус из светопрозрачного материала, на боковой поверхности которого нанесены мерные шкалы. Согласно изобретению первая шкала является шкалой объема первого компонента, вторая шкала является шкалой соотношения и на ней нанесены отметки, соответствующие отношению объемов компонентов двухкомпонентной смеси. При этом одна из упомянутых шкал является неподвижной и нанесена на боковую поверхность корпуса, другая шкала выполнена подвижной, с обеспечением возможности ее перемещения вдоль неподвижной шкалы. На подвижной шкале консольно закреплен визир, выполненный в виде планки или стержня, и ориентированный вдоль боковой поверхности корпуса, на которой нанесена кривая уровня второго ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ КОНТРОЛЯ ТОЛЩИНЫ ЖИДКОСТНЫХ ПЛЕНОК И ПЯТЕН НА ПОВЕРХНОСТИ БОЛЕЕ ТЯЖЕЛЫХ ЖИДКИХ СРЕД

Изобретение относится к измерительной технике и обеспечивает возможность реализации надежного оперативного профильного контроля находящихся на плаву жидкостных пленок и пятен как в лабораторных условиях, так и в нестационарных условиях эксплуатационного контроля, проводимого непосредственно у обследуемого экологического или промышленного объекта. Расширенные оперативно-технические возможности устройства обеспечивают совокупность его структурных признаков - наличие кругосимметричного поплавкового элемента (ПЭ) 1 в виде полого тороида, содеиненного с цилиндрическим ножевым отсекателем (НО) 2, верхняя круговая кромка которого соединена с конусообразным раструбом (КР) 3, переходящим в тонкую прозрачную трубку (ПТ) 4. Трубка 4 имеет отверстие 5 в боковой стенке и снабжена плотно посаженной на ее верхнее окончание поворотной головкой (ПГ) 6, выполненной с радиальными отверстиями 7 и 8 в ее боковой стенке. Отверстие 8 головки 6 соединено со входом упругого эластичного баллона (УБ) 9. Перед работой ...

СПОСОБ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ УРОВНЯ ЖИДКОСТИ В РЕЗЕРВУАРЕ

Изобретение может быть использовано для индикации уровня жидкости в закрытых емкостях. Техническим результатом является повышение надежности работы магнитного индикатора уровня и обеспечение возможности установки индикатора на мерных трубках различного диаметра. Способ определения уровня в резервуаре, характеризующийся тем, что снаружи выносной камеры устанавливают магнитный роликовый индикатор уровня, после чего во время заполнения резервуара за счет действия гидростатического давления поднимается уровень жидкости, который воздействует на поплавок и перемещает его вдоль магнитного индикатора уровня. При этом магнитное поле кольцевого магнита поплавка воздействует на магниты, расположенные внутри магнитных элементов индикатора. Вращательный момент со стороны магнитного поля поплавка при движении поплавка вверх разворачивает магнитные элементы цилиндрической или плоской формы с двумя контрастно окрашенными половинами, на 180° одной стороной к защитному стеклу. При опустошении резервуара ...

Индикатор уровня

Прибор для указания уровня воды в котле на расстоянии

Световой прибор, заменяющий водомерное стекло

Клапанное предохранительное устройство к водомерным стеклам

Устройство для измерения уровня жидкости

Изобретение относится к приборостроению и может быть испйльзовано в гидрометрии для измерения уровня воды в открытых водоемах Цель изобретения - расширение диапазона измерений. Устройство выполнено в виде переносной водомерной рейки, при установке которой на реперную сваю 23 стакан 2 и колокол 13 рейки начинают заполняться водой сначала через прорезь 5, а потом через демпфирующие отверстия и 14 При JTQM вьпесч -1 из колокола 13 воздух проходит 15 открытый заторный кран 16и з.зтем дам iaei впереди себя по капилтярмзй гр/бке 1 жидкостную метку После запел еь из стака чз 2 и колокола 13 водой до уровня воды в водоеме мэтка прекращает свое движение и по шкале отсчитывают искомый уровень водь При измерении уровня воды превышающего высоту колокола 13 (Н) необходимо воспользоваться раздечжной систг N O Для сюго реГжу берут одной рц,кои за ручк- 22 а другой - за корпус с поворачивают против часовой стрелки до упора после чего выдвигают 2 is такана 1 до упора а затем поворачивают оужу 22 по часозой ...

Устройство для измерения запаса жидкого продукта в закрытом резервуаре

ВОДОУКАЗАТЕЛЬНЫЙ ПРИБОР ДЛЯ ПАРОВЫХ КОТЛОВ

Предохранительное приспособление для водомерных стекол

Стекло типа Клинтора к водоуказательным приборам паровых котлов

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОСВЕЩЕНИЯ И ОКРАШИВАНИЯ МЕНИСКА В ВОДОМЕРНЫХ СТЕКЛАХ ПАРОВЫХ КОТЛОВ И БАКОВ

Устройство для освещения и окрашивания мениска в водомерных стеклах паровых котлов и баков

Приспособление к бакам с отсеками для определения уровня жидкости

Указатель уровня жидкости

Приспособление для автоматического выключения водоуказательного прибора в случае поломки водомерного стекла

Электрический указатель уровня воды в паровом котле

Устройство для освещения и окрашивания мениска в водомерных стеклах паровых котлов и баков

Устройство для наблюдения за уровнями объемом жидкости в резервуаре

Приспособление для фиксации свободной поверхности водного потока

Электрическое сигнальное устройство для указания на расстоянии уровня воды в паровозном котле

Display for a liquid container, e.g. milk, comprises a foil applied to a liquid container or a paint applied on the container which changes color with temperature

Display comprising a foil applied to a liquid container (3) or a paint (2) applied on the container which changes color with temperature, is new. Preferred Features: A scale (1) is arranged on or close to the foil to display the filling level of the container.

OEl- und Fluessigkeits- bzw. Wasserstandsanzeiger

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zur Messung und UEbertragung von an Schauglaesern sichtbaren Fluessigkeitsstaenden

BEHAELTER FUER MEDIKAMENTE

VORRICHTUNG ZUR MESSUNG UND UEBERWACHUNG DES FUELLSTANDES EINES FLUESSIGKEITSBEHAELTERS

Baby's feeding bottle has integrated scale for reading off remaining quantity of liquid during drinking

The feeding bottle has an integrated remaining-amount indicator comprising at least two opposing scale indicators. The volume quantity is read off via the two heights of a helical cylinder formed from the liquid volume. Mutually opposing scales units have the same color, or are provided with the same symbols.

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR MESSUNG DER CHARAKTERISTISCHEN INNEREN VERTEILUNG VON EINEM STREUENDEN/ABSORBIERENDEN KÖRPER

Schauglas

LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR FILTER

... 1423814 Liquid level indicators S O C ANON STOP 17 April 1974 [22 May 1973] 16812/74 Heading G1H [Also in Division F2] Apparatus for checking liquid levels e.g. the oil level in a vehicle engine crank-case, comprises a gas-filled reservoir 10 containing an electrical resistance heater 24 and constituting a source of variable gas-pressure, the reservoir communicating in use with a tubular probe 28 adapted to be inserted in the liquid 32 and containing a liquid column pressure gauge 18 visible through a window 14 and dipping into a pool of liquid 20 in the reservoir. When a voltage is applied to the heater 24 the gas in reservoir 10 expands until its pressure is sufficient to cause bubbles of gas to escape from the probe 28 into the liquid 32, the pressure at which this occurs being shown by the level of liquid 20 in gauge 18. As in Fig. 2 (not shown) the heater 24 may be connected in circuit with a vehicle ignition switch (36) in parallel with an oil pressure sensitive switch (38) and warning ...

Improvements in or relating to liquid gauge glasses for liquid reservoirs

... 744,525. Gauge glasses. AUTO RESEARCH CORPORATION. March 17, 1952 [March 22, 1951], No. 6876/52. Class 123(1) A liquid-level gauge glass adapted to be press-fitted into a hole in the side 50 of an oil reservoir, &c., A comprises a sheetmetal casing which has a cylindrical portion 52 with an inwardly-directed shoulder 54 and locates a window G of glass or oilresistant plastic and a resilient sealing gasket F which are retained in place by turning-in the outer edge 64 of said portion 52. The casing includes an integral extension 56 of reduced diameter with top and bottom apertures 59, 60 opening into the oil reservoir. The casing portion 52, which has a circumferential groove 53, is coated with .a sealing compound before insertion into position in the reservoir hole.

Improved Means for Protecting Water Gauge Tubes of Steam Boilers.

... 12,227. Degeorgis, G. E. E. May 27, 1908, [Convention date]. Gauge glasses. - In a gauge-glass protector consisting of two hinged parts a, b carrying windows g and secured together by a pin d, the windows are held in grooves formed on one side in fixed parts of the protector and on the other side in detachable parts h', which are secured to the body of the protector by screws i. One of the end collars, Fig. 3, securing the protector upon the water-gauge, is formed with indentations o, which allow the steam to escape in a determined direction should the glass break.

Window for observing water level in kettle

Viewing the water level in plastic electric kettles is often not very easy; easy viewing can be achieved by moulding the inside surface of the window in the kettle wall with ridges forming a series of prisms. The window may be backed with a coloured strip in close proximity.

Visual sight gauges in hydraulic systems

The visual sight gauge assembly 16 is mounted on an inclined wall 18 partly enclosing the hydraulic fluid supply tank 12 of a machine, and is connected by a larger tube 44 to the supply tank 12 and by a smaller tube 50 to an air expansion tank 14 above the supply tank 12. A fluid recovery fitting 56 is connected in the smaller tube 50.

Measuring level of liquid in bottle

Liquid measurement apparatus 10 for measuring the level of liquid in a bottle, comprises a first layer of material provided with a scale 14, and a second layer, of an adhesive, for securing the first layer to the bottle 12. The first layer of material may be a flexible strip, and the scale may be calibrated so that an amount of liquid removed from the bottle may be directly measured from it. The adhesive may allow the apparatus to be releasably secured to the bottle. There may also be a collar at one end of the strip for location around the neck of the bottle, Figure 3.

Improvements relating to liquid level indicators

... 420,442. Indicating liquid levels. MARSDEN, A., 68, Victoria Street, London. June 1, 1933, No. 15865. [Class 123 (i)] In the indication of liquid level in boilers and the like, the oscillations in the gauge glass due to surging, e.g. on a ship, are minimized by providing a tank 5 of greater volume than the gauge glass 1, arranged within the boiler and communicating with the gauge glass and the boiler. The tank may be open at the top, or may be closed and provided with a small opening 7 to increase the damping effect by restricting the flow of steam.

A gauge and cock for the control of the delivery of liquids from storage containers

... 520,895. Combined delivery valves and gauges. SIMPSON, E. W. Nov. 3, 1938, No. 31831. [Class 135] A combined liquid level gauge and delivery valve for the delivery of liquid from storage containers has a. discharge valve G at the lower end of a stand pipe C through which the actuating spindle F passes to avoid the use of a packing gland ; the said stand pipe communicating with the container E or formed as an integral part thereof and being constructed wholly or in part of a material which will enable the stand pipe to function as an indicator of the liquid level within the container. The valve which may be tapered and cooperate with a knife-edge seat D may be lifted from its seat by means of a knob F1 or may be operated by a foot pedal using rods or cords and pulleys or the rod may have a projection adapted to be engaged by the receiving vessel. 'The stand pipe may be made of glass or of one of the transparent, plastics such as the polymers of styrene and methyl acrylate.

Boiler water level indicator

... 338,387. Jones, T. R. Dec. 3, 1929. Gauge glasses.- In a gauge glass in which the drain and water cocks are out of line with the glass, a long aluminium float B is provided, some part of which is always visible whatever the water level. Specification 5439/86) is referred to.

Liquid measurement apparatus

Improvements in and relating to road and rail tankers

Illuminated jug kettle

Liquid level indicators

A liquid level gauge having a vertical sight tube formed of one or more tube sections, 10, 10' each anchored by receiving in each of its open ends, top and bottom, a spigoted boss 15 over which the tube end is a sliding fit. Each said boss has an annular groove thereon, in which is seated a gland seal ring engaging the internal wall of the tube section, and each boss also has a passage 18 by which fluid may flow to and from the tube section into which it is fitted. The construction allows thermal expansion to occur e.g. during hot cleaning of gauges used with tanks of beer, wine or spirts. The bosses are arranged to direct downward flowing cleaning fluid on to each of the seals. ...

Improvements in water gauges of the flat transparent plate type

... 393,931. Gauge glasses. SCH€FFER & BUDENBERG GES., Buckan, Magdeburg, Germany. Sept. 5, 1931, No. 24969. Convention date, Dec. 31, 1930. [Class 123 (i).] A water gauge of the flat transparent plate type comprises a body part 5 having a water channel 6 closed by a glass strip 9. The glass is retained by hinged side wings 12 pivoted in a member 10 and formed with bulbous ends 13 to engage the glass. The parts are tightened by means of screws 14. Asbestos packing is provided on each side of the glass strip 9. The outward movement of the wings 12 may be limited by pins 18, and the body may.be provided with a stop plate 19 on which the wings rest. Stops 20 prevent opening of the wings after slackening of the screws 14, until the member 10 is raised sufficiently to enable the bottom edges of the wings to clear the stops.

Improvements in and connected with boiler gauge glasses

... 260,655. Babcoch & Wilcox, Ltd., and Weston, S. F. March 30, 1926. Gauge glasses.-A guard for boiler gauge glasses comprises a set of vertical metal slats 1, arranged radially, and secured between plates 2 of a frame 3. Semicylindrical wire mesh screens 4, 5 are also provided, with the wires arranged diagonally. Semicircular recesses may be provided on the rear edges of the slots to facilitate inspection. Specification 211,362 is referred to.

Improvements in liquid level gauges

... 529,618. Indicating liquid levels. VERMOHLEN, M. June 5, 1939, No. 16439. [Class 123 (i)] A gauge channel a is provided with mica strips b at front and rear, secured by metal covers c having alternate slots d and webs f. The covers c are so placed in relation to one another that light entering at x passes through the steam space without appreciable deflection and emerges through a corresponding slot d, while light entering at y is refracted by the water and intercepted by a web f. A light-guiding screen g has relatively long narrow guide channels h while a corresponding screen i has larger light-guiding channels k. The emergent light is received on a frosted glass screen m so that it is visible over a wide range. In a modification, Fig. 2, the slots d are uninterrupted, and light is received through a narrow vertically-extending channel h. Light passing through the steam space emerges through the wider channel k, but light refracted by the water is intercepted by the solid part of the plate ...

Boiler water gauges

A boiler water gauge comprises sight tubes 16 extending between steam and water manifolds 10, 12 containing valves 22, 24, 26, 28. Each manifold 10, 12 has a central recess 44, 82 extending from an inlet in a flanged tube 18, 20 connectable to boiler stand pipes. The manifolds 10, 12 also have through-bores 42, 80 interconnecting recesses 44, 82 with vertical passages 46, 84 in which ends of the gauge tubes 16 are located. The bores 42, 80 contain valves 22, 24, 26, 28 and the manifold 12 also contains valves 30, 32. The valves are operated by levers 76, 76A and their arrangement allows the gauge to be blown down to help maintain it free of deposits etc. The vertical passages 84 in water manifold 12 also contain non-return valves 90 which close under water pressure in the event of a gauge tube 16 breaking. The tubes 16 are surrounded by protective vented shields 36, 38. ...

ASSEMBLIES OF ELONGATE RODS AND SEALING COLLARS THEREFOR

... 1495417 Seals ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS Inc 18 March 1975 [18 March 1974] 11114/75 Heading F2B [Also in Division GI] A sealing assembly comprises a collar and a rod 10, e.g. parts of a level indicator, the rod having a disc 84 at one end and a convergentdivergent shoulder 78, the collar having axially separated elements 72, 74 extending radially inwards and towards respective ends of the collar, one element 72 engaging the shoulder and the other 74 sealing against the underside of the disc after the collar has been slid along the rod. The collar, e.g. of polypropylene, may have a plurality of ribs 56 with flat upper surfaces 60 and curved lower surfaces 58 to allow it to be secured inside an aperture 50.

Improvements in illuminated liquid level indicators

... 820,473. Indicating liquid levels. KLINGER A. G., R. Aug. 26, 1957 [Sept. 4, 1956], No. 26909/57. Class 123(1) A liquid-level gauge has a body portion 1 having a liquid channel 13 closed at the front and rear by plane-parallel glass prisms 6 secured to the body by cover plates 2 and protected from corrosion by mica sheets 9. The rear cover plate has a slot 16 through which passes a strip of light from a source 19 whilst the front cover plate has a slot 17 through which the liquid level is observed. The channel 13 is of parallelogram cross-section and is set an an angle to the plane at right angles to the front and rear surfaces of the body whilst the channels 16, 17 are set at a slightly greater angle to the said plane. Due to the different refractive indices of the gas and liquid in the channel 13 the portions of the light strip respectively entering the gas and liquid are deflected through different angles. The angle of the channel 13 is chosen so that whilst one light portion passes ...

Improvements relating to boiler and like gauge glasses

... 236,359. Hopkinson, R. A., Brown, R. L., and Hopkinson & Co., Ltd., J. June 18, 1924. Gauge glasses. - To facilitate the reading of a gauge glass a, a screen c of prismatic glass is placed between the gauge glass and an electric lamp b or other source of light arranged at the back of the gauge. The rear shield c and the lamp container f are constructed as described in Specification 235,009. Specification 28860/02 also is referred to.

Isolating valve.

Cell with window for measurements with high pressure.

LIT BOILER

SEALED OBSERVATION ELEMENT FOR SULFUR RECUPERATION UNIT

EXCHANGEABLE CONTAINER FUER A SEIFENLOESUNG.

SEDIMENT BOWL FUR LOW-SIMMERING, VERFLUSSIGTE GASES

LIQUID VOLUME MEASURING DEVICE

Measuring instrument for the examination of contents of tanks, in particular of fuel tanks

SEALED OBSERVATION ELEMENT FOR SULFUR RECUPERATION UNIT

Window cell for high pressures

A gauge

Rainwater tank level indicator

APPARATUS FOR CHONDROITIN SULFATE SEPARATION BY RESIN ADSORPTION

The utility discloses an apparatus for chondroitin sulfate separation by resin adsorption, including concentrated saline-alkali tank, dilute alkali solution tank, dilute salt solution tank, soup temporary storage tank, resin column, and eluent temporary storage tank, and material solution after adsorption temporary storage tank, concentrated saline-alkali tank being provided with top cover, piston plate, stirring shaft; hydraulic connector providing with first and second push plate, one end of hydraulic connector extending between top cover and piston plate; the other end suspending outside of tank body and leveling with top cover; indicating liquid filled between first and second push plate; piston rod arranged on first push plate and fixed to piston plate, and scale arranged on outer wall of hydraulic connector. The utility can be clearly, conveniently and accurately read liquid volume in concentrated saline-alkali tank for dilute salt and alkali solution precise preparation, has high ...

Self-sealing glass for a fluid vessel

2olumetric inductor/eductor

FLUID LEVEL INDICATOR

Illuminated jug kettle

SOLID STATE ILLUMINATOR FOR BI-COLOUR PORTED WATER LEVEL GAUGES

A solid state illuminator and display means are provided for bi-coloured ported water level gauges suitable for use in high pressure steam drums or similar water/steam devices to facilitate making an accurate determination of water level in such a device. The illuminator comprises an array of bi-coloured solid state light emitting diodes (LEDs), as the light source, and a precision lens to focus the light provided from the LEDs through a gauge body and onto the view screen.

FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION APPARATUS

An improved fluid level verification apparatus which may be manufactured or otherwise fabricated as a kit and assembled at a remote location for use on liquid filled containers and configured to reduce inherent mechanical stresses on the inspection tube and resists leakage due to environmental, chemical, thermal or mechanical expansion cycles by using internal grooves and entrapped o-rings.

LEVEL INDICATOR FOR FROZEN CONFECTION DISPENSER

Docket No. 7459 A tank level indicator having a mounting sleeve and a floating indicator rod slidably mounted in the sleeve. The sleeve has an inner wall from which projects inwardly a series of circumferentially spaced guide pads with gaps therebetween. The pads guide and space the indicator rod with respect to the inner wall. The remainder of the sleeve interior is free of such pads to leave a substantial clearance space between the inner wall of the sleeve and the indicator rod.

LIQUID LEVEL GAUGE

THERMOPLASTIC SIGHT MONITOR

THERMOPLASTIC SIGHT MONITOR A liquid sight monitor includes a translucent thermoplastic viewing tubular element having ends that are flared, after the tube is inserted through the central holes of flanges located at either end, to secure the viewing element in place. A float may be included in the viewing element of the same material and cup shaped to entrap air so that the float rises to the level of the fluid surface, even though it is otherwise heavier than the fluid. A flow-through restrictor disk prevents the float from falling out the bottom of the viewing element when there is an absence of fluid therein. The monitor may have a protective see-through shield connected between its top and bottom flanges, if desired.

DATA ENTRY SYSTEMS

LIQUID LEVEL GAGE AND ILLUMINATOR THEREFORE

CAP ASSEMBLY FOR A STORAGE BATTERY INCLUDING A LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR AND A FLAME BARRIER VENT FILTER

COMBINED LEVEL INDICATOR AND HYDROMETER

METHOD FOR PROCESSING RADIOACTIVE WASTE COCKTAILS

A method for processing radioactive waste cocktails includes: evaporating tritiated water and a part of organic solvents, having boiling points no higher than the tritiated water, among components constituting the waste cocktails by heating the waste cocktails having been used for radioactive concentration measurement at step 1; facilitating layer separation of two components to occur in a vertical direction by a difference in specific gravities of the two components by condensing the evaporated tritiated water and the part of the organic solvents in a separation tank at step 2; accommodating separately the tritiated water and the part of the organic solvents in first and second storage tanks, respectively, at step 3; and accommodating residual liquid consisting of the residual organic solvent, surfactant, and fluorescent agent, having boiling points higher than tritiated water in a third storage tank at step 4.

SIGHT GLASS ASSEMBLY

IMPROVED ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL

FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION APPARATUS

An improved fluid level verification apparatus for use on liquid filled containers and configured to reduce inherent mechanical stresses on the inspection tube and resist leakage due to environmental, chemical, thermal or mechanical expansion cycles by using a protective shield member to encase the inspection sight member, and, also, a method for permanently sealing the fluid level detection apparatus.

ASSAY CARTRIDGES AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Assay cartridges are described that have a detection chamber, preferably having integrated electrodes, and other fluidic components which may include sample chambers, waste chambers, conduits, vents, bubble traps, reagent chambers, dry reagent pill zones and the like. In certain embodiments, these cartridges are adapted to receive and analyze a sample collected on an applicator stick. Also described are kits including such cartridges and a cartridge reader configured to analyze an assay conducted using an assay cartridge.

ADJUSTABLE FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION APPARATUS

An improved fluid level verification apparatus which may be manufactured or otherwise fabricated as a kit and assembled at a remote location for use on liquid filled containers and configured to reduce inherent mechanical stresses on the inspection tube and resists leakage due to environmental, chemical, thermal or mechanical expansion cycles by using internal grooves and entrapped o-rings. The improved fluid level verification apparatus having at least one adjustable end to provide adjustable spacing between the fluid level verification apparatus inlet and outlet.

VOLUMETRIC MEASURING/DISPENSING DEVICE

A volumetric measuring/dispensing device for liquids is provided which has a measuring container having graduation markings thereon for measuring the quantity of liquid in the container. The container has an upper valve housing and a lower valve housing mounted in the top and bottom of the container. A valve stem having a single handle extends through the upper and lower valve housings and is selectively turnable by a turning the single handle to a selected one of three different positions, namely: a filling position, a closed position and an emptying position. When in the filling position, the upper and lower housings in conjunction with the valve stem respectively provide for the entrance of liquid into the interior of the container while at the same time provide for the exit of air out of the container. When in the closed position, the upper and lower housings in conjunction with the valve stem respectively provide for the closure of all entrances into and exits out of the container ...

SEALED OBSERVATION ELEMENT FOR SULFUR RECOVERY UNIT

A sealed observation element (10) for viewing the flow of molten liquid (38) during the operation of a sulfur recovery unit comprises at least one sight glass (14) that is heated and which may be swept with a purge gas supplied through one or more bleed rings (22) to prevent condensation or deposition of materials on the side of the sight glass (14) exposed to the process stream.

Doppel-Wasserstandsanzeiger für Dampfkessel, insbesondere Lokomotivkessel.

Flüssigkeitsstands-Anzeiger für Flüssigkeiten mit Temperaturen unter Null Grad

Wasserstandzeiger mit Reflexionsglas.

Flüssigkeitsstandsanzeiger.

Flüssigkeitsstandsanzeiger.

Wasserstandanzeiger.

Durchleuchteter Flüssigkeitsstandsanzeiger, insbesondere für Dampfkessel.

Flachglas-Wasserstandsanzeiger.

Anzeigevorrichtung für den Flüssigkeitsstand.

Устройство для определения расхода масла на угар в двс

Полезная модель относится к области машиностроения, и может быть использовано для определения расхода масла на угар при испытаниях ДВС. Устройство для определения расхода масла на угар в ДВС содержит поддон (1) двигателя, установленный на испытательном стенде (2) с подмоторной плитой, соединительные шланги (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), масломерное устройство со шкалой, выполненное в виде зрительной трубки (8), измерительную головку (9), измерительную трубку (10) со сливным желобом (11). Зрительная трубка (8) закреплена на измерительной головке (9) через винтовой зажим (12), а сама измерительная головка (9) зафиксирована в вертикальном положении при помощи регулирумых на стойке (13) гаек (14), (15). Измерительная головка (9) установлена на стойке (13) с возможностью вертикального перемещения. Измерительная головка (9) и измерительная трубка (10) связаны соединительными шлангами (4), (5) через патрубок (16) с соединительным шлангом поддона (1) двигателя. Для визуального определения положения измерительной головки (9) на стойке (13) и маслозаборника (19) на стойке (18) по высоте на основании (17) закреплена вертикальная шкала. На стойке (18) установлен регулируемый по высоте маслозаборник (19.) Кроме того, в устройстве расположен электроуправляемый масляный насос (20), связанный с поддоном (1) соединительными шлангами (3) и (7). В бобышку поддона (1) установлен специальный зонд (21). В блоке соединений (22) расположены электромагнитные клапаны (23), (24), (25), (26), (27), управление которыми осуществляется через блок управления (28). На блоке соединений (22) установлены электронные весы (29) для взвешивания слитого масла и датчик давления (30), при этом напротив края сливного желоба (11) расположена измерительная емкость (31). Была решена задача повышения точности измерения уровня масла и расхода масла на угар в ДВС. Ц 1 175045 ко РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) (11) зе в а (13) (51) МПК СОМ 15/04 (2006.01) СИЕ 23/02 (2006.01) СИЕ 23/20 (2006.01) СОТЕ 9/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ ...

Liquid Tank, Viewing Device For Under-Liquid Observation, And Optical Film

A liquid tank, a viewing device for under-liquid observation, and an optical film are disclosed, each excellent in visibility and durability and being easy to clean. In at least one embodiment of the present invention is directed to a liquid tank having a transparent wall, including, on an internal surface of the wall, a first moth-eye layer having a moth-eye structure, and a protective layer covering the moth-eye structure, in this order from the wall side, and preferably, further including, on an external surface of the wall, a second moth-eye layer having a moth-eye structure, and the second moth-eye layer being disposed in a region facing the first moth-eye layer.

Measuring Vessel with a Counting Device

A measuring vessel comprising a cavity, a handle connected to the cavity, and a counter disposed on the handle is provided, wherein the counter is advanced by a user with each use to tally a number of times the measuring vessel is used to measure a volume, and wherein the counter is a low-profile counter that permits the measuring vessel to be stored as a member of a close-nesting set. A close-nesting set of a plurality of graduated measuring vessels is also provided.

Paint Cup Assembly Support Structure

A paint cup assembly filling station includes an upper paint cup tray formed with at least one upper hole configured to receive a paint cup assembly, a lower paint cup tray formed with at least one lower hole configured to receive a paint cup assembly, and a housing separating the upper paint cup tray from the lower paint cup tray.

Power Scoop

Disclosed is a scoop for retaining and dispensing a powder into a bottle. The scoop is formed from a housing having generally slanted sides downwardly to a spout having a slanted opening. A handle is affixed to the housing. An actuating mechanism covers the spout-slanted opening and is formed from a generally flat slide, a hand graspable element, optionally for movement of the slide from a closed state to an open state, and a switch, also for movement of the slide from a closed state to an open state. A pair of elongate ears is carried by the spout and housing and disposed adjacent to the slanted opening for retaining the slide and permitting movement of slide.

Electrically Conductive Pipette Tip

An electrically conductive pipette tip having an elongated tubular body that has a bottom opening at the bottom end for the passage of liquid, and a top opening at the top end for the passage of air, and a passageway between the bottom opening and the top opening, wherein the body has at least one electrically-conductive region extending from the bottom opening to the top opening, and at least one transparent region consisting of plastic that extends from the passageway to the outside of the body.

Measuring cup

A preferred embodiment of the present invention is an improved measuring cup comprising a straight transfer edge for facilitating transfer of dry materials from a flat surface into the cup as well as a rounded segment and spout for pouring wet materials out of the cup. The cup further includes one or more sets of volume indicia which may permit measurement of solids or liquids or both.

CUP FOR DISPENSING MEDICINE

Methods, cups and other embodiments associated with consuming a beverage with a medicine are presented. A cup for consuming a liquid and a medicine comprises a main cup body, a cup base and a straw. The main cup body is adapted to receive a liquid beverage. The cup base is adapted for receiving a liquid medicine. The cup base is adapted to be removed from the cup main cup body for adding the liquid medicine to the cup base. The cup base is further adapted to be attached to the main cup body after the liquid medicine is added to the cup base. The straw has a beverage opening and a medicine opening. The medicine opening is adapted to be placed in the cup base for extracting the liquid medicine and the beverage opening is adapted to be placed in the main cup body for extracting the liquid beverage. 1. A beverage cup for consuming a liquid beverage and a liquid medicine comprising:a beverage chamber for receiving the liquid beverage;a medicine chamber for receiving the liquid medicine; anda control device configured to combine a portion of the liquid medicine from the medicine chamber with a portion of the liquid beverage from the beverage chamber for consumption by a user of the beverage cup.2. The beverage cup for consuming a liquid beverage and a liquid medicine of wherein the medicine chamber is adapted to be removed from the cup body for adding the liquid medicine to the medicine chamber claim 1 , and wherein the medicine chamber is adapted to be attached to the beverage cup after the liquid medicine is added to the medicine chamber.3. The beverage cup for consuming a liquid beverage and a liquid medicine of further comprising:a straw with a beverage opening with a first area and a medicine opening with a second area, wherein the medicine opening is adapted to be placed in the medicine chamber for extracting the liquid medicine and the beverage opening is adapted to be placed in the beverage chamber for extracting the liquid beverage.4. The beverage cup for ...

Compact Reflective Level Indicator with Glass Element

Reflective level indicator comprising a central support piece ( 10 ) extending in the vertical direction (Z-Z), a glass element ( 30 ) extending in the vertical direction (Z-Z), a pair of flanges ( 40 ) situated opposite each other for closing the indicator, seals ( 20;120 ) arranged between the glass element ( 30 ) and the support piece ( 10 ) and the closing flanges ( 40 ), wherein said flanges ( 40 ) have a C-shaped central body ( 41 ) with short arms ( 42 ) extending in the longitudinal direction (X-X) along a section with a length such as to project above, in the same direction (Y-Y), by an amount smaller than the width of the glass element ( 30 ) in the longitudinal direction, and a foot ( 43 ) which extends from one of the two arms ( 42 ) of the central body ( 41 ) in the transverse direction (Y-Y) and the free end of which has a flange ( 43 a ) bent inwards and provided with holes ( 43 b ).

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEASURING LIQUID LEVEL OF CELL CULTURE SOLUTION

A method of measuring a liquid level of a cell culture solution stored in a cell vessel, includes: irradiating the cell culture solution with at least two kinds of light beams including a first light beam having a first wavelength and a second light beam having a second wavelength; measuring a first absorbance of the cell culture solution with respect to the first light beam, and a second absorbance of the cell culture solution with respect to the second light beam; and determining a liquid level of the cell culture solution based on the first absorbance and the second absorbance. 1. A method of measuring a liquid level of a cell culture solution stored in a cell vessel , the method comprising:irradiating the cell culture solution with at least two kinds of light beams including a first light beam having a first wavelength and a second light beam having a second wavelength;measuring a first absorbance of the cell culture solution with respect to the first light beam, and a second absorbance of the cell culture solution with respect to the second light beam; anddetermining a liquid level of the cell culture solution based on the first absorbance and the second absorbance.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two kinds of light beams are selected from four kinds of light beams having different wavelengths claim 1 , in accordance with a kind of the cell culture solution.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein a first material having a first absorption peak within a wavelength region of 300 to 800 nm; and', 'a second material having a second absorption peak or a first convergence point where an absorbance converges to a constant value irrespective of a pH, and a third absorption peak or a second convergence point where an absorbance converges to a constant value irrespective of a pH, within the wavelength region,, 'the cell culture solution contains a light beam having a wavelength corresponding to the first absorption peak;', 'a light beam ...

OPTICAL PROBE FOR MEASURING THE LEVEL OF A LIQUID IN A TANK

An optical probe that measures the level of a liquid in a tank includes a transparent and refracting optical waveguide for receiving an injection of a collimated light beam. The optical waveguide internally reflects the collimated light beam according to a total reflection regime in any part of the optical waveguide located in a gaseous medium and refracts the collimated light beam according to a refraction regime in any part of the optical waveguide immersed in a liquid medium. The optical waveguide switches from the total reflection regime to the refraction regime at the interface between the gaseous medium and the liquid medium, and mirrors are arranged around said optical waveguide and reverse the path of a light beam collimated and refracted by the optical waveguide, the optical path covered by the collimated light beam representing the level of the liquid in the tank. 1. An optical probe suitable for measuring the level of a liquid in a tank , comprising:a transparent and refracting optical waveguide suitable for receiving an injection of a collimated light beam at a predetermined angle of incidence, said optical waveguide being configured to internally reflect the collimated light beam according to a total reflection regime in any part of the optical waveguide located in a gaseous medium and to refract the collimated light beam according to a refraction regime in any part of the optical waveguide immersed in a liquid medium, said optical waveguide being capable of switching from the total reflection regime to the refraction regime at the interface between the gaseous medium and the liquid medium;mirrors arranged around said optical waveguide and suitable for reversing the path of a collimated light beam refracted by the optical waveguide at the interface between the gaseous medium and the liquid medium; anda telemetry tool suitable for injecting the light beam in the form of a light pulse into said optical waveguide and for receiving in return the collimated ...

VISUAL LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR

A tank and liquid level indicator has first housing that holds a liquid and a second elongated housing in fluid communication with the first elongated housing so that a liquid level in the second housing is approximately equal to the level in the first housing. A float in the second housing cooperates with the circuitry to operate one or more light switches. A light-transmissive cover is disposed over the light source. 1. A tank and liquid level indicator comprising:a first housing enclosing a first volume that holds a liquid;a second elongated housing enclosing a second volume, wherein the second housing is attached to an exterior of the first housing so that the second volume is in fluid communication with the first volume so that a level of the liquid within the second volume is approximately equal to a level of the liquid in the first volume;a float disposed within the second volume and being buoyant with respect to the liquid so that the float moves with the level of the liquid in the second volume along a first axis passing through a center of the float;circuitry disposed with respect to the second volume and in operative communication with the float so that movement of the float within the second volume in response to the level of the liquid within the second volume causes a detection of the float by said circuitry that varies correspondingly to the movement of the float within the second volume;at least one light source in electrical communication with the circuitry so that the circuitry controls actuation of the at least one light source in response to the detection of the float by the circuitry; anda light-transmissive cover attached to the second housing so that the at least one light source is disposed in an area between the second housing and the light-transmissive cover, wherein an outer surface of the light-transmissive cover is disposed on at least one side of a first plane that is parallel to the first axis and at an outer surface of the second ...

Open Sight Glass System

A sight glass system that simplifies the way a sight glass is cleaned and accessed during servicing a boiler or tank. This system allows someone to treat the boiler or tank with a cleaning liquid solution without taking off the pressure release valve of the vessel to pour in the solution. The cleaning process is now achieved easily with the sight glass system by taking off the service valve head cap to pour the treatment through the sight glass and into the boiler or tank with the shut off valves open. The system consist of a sight glass that is connected to a top and bottom valve having a removable threaded cap, a female threaded aperture on one side, and a threaded protrusion that secures the sight glass via a fastening system of a rubber washer, O-ring, and wing nut respectively. Furthermore, the top valve is designed in such a way that will allow the sight glass when not secured to slide up and out when the fastening system is unfastened. By unfastening the fastening system, the wing nut can move freely down the sight glass allowing for easy removal of the sight glass through the top valve when the cap is removed along with the rubber washer and O-ring. The top and bottom valves are connected to the main water shutoff valves respectively via a threaded member that is screwed on to the side of the valves containing a female threaded aperture. 1. A sight glass system for boilers and tanks comprising:a cleaning service valve head with a cap, andan aperture to connect to a top main water shutoff valve to the cleaning service valve head, anda sight glass that connects to the cleaning service valve head and can slide up and out through the cleaning service valve head when the cleaning service valve head cap is removed, andthe bottom of the sight glass connects to a cleaning service valve foot, andthe cleaning service valve foot has a drain plug and another aperture that connects to a bottom main water shutoff valve.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled) The present ...

Spherical Canister

A canister for collection and storage of fluids under vacuum, comprising a spherical container having a first hemispherical component and a second hemispherical component. The first and second components are connected at a canister beltline consisting of multiple flanges, to provide an air-tight and liquid tight seal.

COMPOSITE LPG TANK TRAILER

A tank trailer has a container formed from a tubular body and one or more polar bosses coupled to distal ends of the tubular body. The trailer includes a pumping system that has one or more pipes fluidly coupled to the interior of the container via an interface at one of the polar bosses. The tank trailer may have a base support and one or more circumferential support members coupling the base support to the composite container, or the support functionality of the base may be instead accomplished by the container. The one or more polar bosses may include an inner circular surface and an outer circular surface, wherein the outer circular surface has one or more flat portions that complement and engage one or more concave features of the substantially tubular body. 1. A tank trailer comprising:a container having a composite, substantially tubular body and a polar boss coupled to a distal portion of the substantially tubular body,wherein the substantially tubular body comprises an inner tubular portion and an outer shell, andwherein the polar boss is positioned between the inner portion and outer shell of the substantially tubular body.2. The tank trailer of claim 1 , further comprising a base support and one or more circumferential support members coupling the base support to the composite container.3. The tank trailer of claim 2 , wherein the one or more circumferential support members comprise variable tension straps.4. The tank trailer of claim 1 , wherein the polar boss comprises an inner circular surface and an outer circular surface claim 1 , the outer circular surface having one or more flat portions.5. The tank trailer of claim 4 , wherein the substantially tubular body comprises a generally cylindrical inner surface having one or more concave features claim 4 , the one or more concave features being operable to engage the one or more flat portions of the outer circular surface of the polar boss.6. The tank trailer of claim 1 , further comprising a cover plate ...

Flowmeter having a fitting assembly with drainage reservoir, tap, and plug

A flowmeter with a drainable fitting assemble is presented. The flowmeter includes an inner tube providing a flow path for pressurized fluid, a housing assembly for receiving the inner tube, and a fitting assembly for securing the inner conduit and the housing assembly in-line within a pipeline path. The fitting assembly includes a tap for draining the reservoir fitting of liquid. The tap can mateable with either a removable or adjustable plug.

Flowmeter having an adjustable shield with flow scales

A flowmeter having an adjustable protective shield for calibrating the flowmeter is presented. The flowmeter includes an inner conduit providing a flow path for pressurized fluid, a protective shield having a plurality of markers providing a visible indicator of the flow rate of the pressurized fluid according to the position of the float in the flow path, and a housing assembly for receiving the inner conduit and the protective shield. The flowmeter also can include a fitting assembly for securely coupling the inner conduit, the flow label, and the housing assembly in-line within a pipeline path. The flowmeter can be calibrated by adjusting the position of the protective shield while in-line within the pipeline path.

OPTICAL SENSOR FOR A CONVENTIONAL TANK GAUGE

An optical sensor for a conventional tank gauge designed to allow a user to remotely check the liquid level of a tank without the need for a visual inspection. Using an emitter circuit board with a plurality of photoemitters and a detector circuit board with a plurality of photodetectors, the optical sensor can fit over a conventional tank gauge without disturbing the gauge. The circuit boards can be attached to an optical sensor frame, which can be adjusted on the conventional tank gauge by a height adjustment screw and a series of set screws. Alternatively, one or more sliders can be used to maintain proper alignment. Analog data generated from the photodetectors can be digitized using a microcontroller and can be made available for viewing on a stationary or mobile device via an integrated network connection. 1. An optical sensor for a conventional tank gauge , comprising:a plurality of emitter blocks, each comprising an photoemitter configured to emit a photon beam at a pre-determined wavelength;a plurality of detector blocks, each comprising an photodetector, wherein each photodetector is configured to produce an analog output when the photon beam is detected by the photodetector;an optical sensor frame, comprisingan emitter wire frame,a detector wire frame,one or more top springs;one or more base springs;a detector base and a detector top piece; andan emitter base and an emitter top piece,wherein the plurality of emitter blocks are connected in between the emitter top piece and the emitter base by the emitter wire frame;the plurality of the detector blocks are connected in between the detector top piece and the detector base by the detector wire frame;the detector top piece and the emitter top piece are connected by the top springs; andthe detector base and the emitter base are connected by the base springs;an analog to digital converter configured to convert the analog output to a digital output; andone or more microcontrollers, configured to receive the ...

Dual purpose measuring and dispensing device

A dual purpose gravity flow measuring and dispensing device for flowing matters such as sauces, oily substances, medical solutions, food flavorings or chemicals, comprising of a feature to measure the flowing matter 2 times prior to final application, contamination free and accurately. The device can be constructed for fluids or powders, a preferred embodiment includes a plate that's is coupled to 2 container each on top and bottom of the plate, an outlet directly on the lower container or part of the plate, the plate can be constructed to be a cap for the lower container. The upper containers can be integrated onto upper portion of the plate and a channel in between the 2 containers, a valve to controlled the flow of fluids running from upper container to the lower container and an automatic airflow system to allow the air to enters above the flowing matter when the valve is open. This system is also is used for adding a precise amount of flowing matter from the upper container to the lower container mix it with and dispense it, the valve is a mechanical valve that requires a force to open, the valve can be biased for automatic shutting upon releasing the pressure exerted from an outside source for it's opening.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SYRINGE FLUID FILL VERIFICATION AND IMAGE RECOGNITION OF POWER INJECTOR SYSTEM FEATURES

A fluid injection system and a fluid verification system for confirming that a syringe, containing a fluid for injection, is fully filled with fluid and neither has free space (i.e., air) near the distal end thereof when the syringe is provided in an upright position nor contains air bubbles. Imaging processing techniques and systems are also provided to determine various injection parameters and to verify the type and certain properties of fluid that is present within a syringe. 1. A method for syringe fluid fill verification comprising:emitting electromagnetic radiation through at least a portion of a syringe;identifying whether at least a portion of the electromagnetic radiation produces an illuminated identification pattern on a predetermined portion of the syringe; anddetermining contents of the syringe based on at least one property of the illuminated identification pattern.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one property is at least one of a presence of the illuminated identification pattern claim 1 , a size of the illuminated identification pattern claim 1 , a shape of the illuminated identification pattern claim 1 , and a brightness of the illuminated identification pattern.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein identifying whether the at least a portion of the electromagnetic radiation produces the illuminated identification pattern comprises measuring the at least one property of the illuminated identification pattern by at least one sensor associated with the syringe; and receiving a confirmation signal from the at least one sensor indicating a value for the at least one property of the illuminated identification pattern.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein emitting electromagnetic radiation through at least the portion of the syringe comprises emitting electromagnetic radiation through a syringe plunger claim 1 , at least a portion of which comprises a transparent or translucent material.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the contents ...

Universal Measuring Container and Method

The measurement container has side wall segments forming corners. Each of several corners forms a separate pour-spout for fluent materials, and each has a separate measurement scale, preferably in different measurement units. Preferably, the corners are made of at least semi-transparent material so that the level of fluent material in the container is visible through the wall at each corner. 1. A measuring device comprisinga. a container for a fluent substance to be measured, said container comprisingb. a side wall comprising a plurality of side wall sections joined together at a plurality of corners,c. a bottom wall joined to said side wall,d. a separate measurement scale adjacent each of said corners for measuring the volume of said substance in said container, each of said scales being visible to a user of said device,e. each of said corners forms a pour spout for pouring said substance out of said container, and each of said pour spouts provides a substantially unimpeded trough for carrying said fluent substance from adjacent said bottom wall to and over the top edge of said side wall when said container is tipped up to pour said substance through said trough.2. A device as in in which each of said side walls is unimpeded by any projection claim 1 , to the extent that said container can be grasped in any of a plurality of positions suitable to pour said substance from a selected one of said spouts.3. A device as in in which each of a plurality of said measurement scales gives measurements in a different unit of measure.4. A device as in in which said container has the shape of a rectangular parallelpiped claim 1 , and in which there are four of said corners claim 1 , and four of said side wall sections claim 1 , each of said side wall sections being graspable by one hand in any of four orientations to facilitate pouring said substance from any one of said four corners.5. (canceled)6. A device as in in which each of said corners is rounded and the material of ...

Multi-Chamber Calibration Cup For Gauging A Food Product Dispensing Device

A calibration cup for use in calibrating a quantity of a dessert dispensed from a product dispensing machine includes a body portion having an interior cavity, the interior cavity including a first chamber adjacent to at least a second chamber being disposed along a longitudinal width of the body portion, the first and the at least one second chamber being configured for receiving a quantity of the dessert from the product dispensing machine; and at least one opening on the body portion, the at least one opening being configured for receiving a nozzle coupled to the product dispensing machine; where the body portion is configured for self-aligning the first chamber and the at least a second chamber to the product dispensing machine. 1. A calibration cup for use in calibrating a quantity of a dessert dispensed from a product dispensing machine , comprising:a body portion having an interior cavity, the interior cavity including a first chamber adjacent to at least a second chamber being disposed along a longitudinal width of the body portion, the first and the at least one second chamber being configured for receiving a quantity of the dessert from the product dispensing machine; andat least one opening on the body portion, the at least one opening being configured for receiving a nozzle coupled to the product dispensing machine;wherein the body portion is configured for self-aligning the first chamber and the at least a second chamber to the product dispensing machine.2. The calibration cup of claim 1 , wherein the body portion further comprises a front wall claim 1 , a rear wall claim 1 , a bottom wall claim 1 , and a top opening directly opposed to the bottom wall.3. The calibration cup of claim 1 , wherein the rear wall further comprises an extended portion with a surface configured with the at least one opening.4. The calibration cup of claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening is configured for orienting the body portion horizontally along the longitudinal ...

LIQUID DISPENSER

A product package includes a container and a lid coupled to the container for rotation about an axis relative to the container. The product package further includes a child-resistant lock configured normally to block access to the contents of the container at the selection of an adult user. 1. A dispenser comprisinga container including a body formed to include an interior product-storage region and a neck coupled to the body and formed to include an opening arranged to open into the interior product-storage region,a lid coupled to the neck of the container to rotate relative to the container between an opened position and a closed position,a valve coupled to the container and located in the opening between the container and the lid, andan overcap coupled to the lid to locate the lid between the container and the overcap,wherein the lid is configured to block rotation of the lid from the closed positioned to the opened position to block dispensing of product out of the interior product-storage region of the container into the overcap at the selection of a user when the lid is mounted on the container.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the lid is arranged to overlie the valve claim 1 , wherein the lid includes a side wall and a bottom wall coupled to the side wall claim 1 , and wherein the bottom wall is formed to include a dispense aperture.3. The dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the lid is spaced apart from the valve to allow product within the interior product-storage region of the container to pass through the dispense aperture when the lid is in the opened position claim 2 , and the valve engages the bottom wall to cover the dispense aperture to block product from passing through the dispense aperture when the lid is in the closed position.4. The dispenser of claim 3 , wherein the valve includes an annular wall and a stem coupled to the annular wall by a web such that the stem is spaced apart from the annular wall claim 3 , wherein the annular wall is ...

Electro-optic liquid sensor

A method of operating an electro-optic sensor includes disposing at least a portion of the electro-optic sensor in a liquid chamber, providing light from a light source of the electro-optic sensor at a first intensity, driving a light detector of the electro-optic sensor at a first sensitivity level, receiving, via the light detector, a first amount of light from the light source; determining whether liquid is present in the liquid chamber according to the first amount of light, providing light from the light source at a second intensity, driving the light detector at a second sensitivity level, receiving, via the light detector, a second amount of light from the light source, and/or confirming whether liquid is present in the liquid chamber according to the second amount of light. The first sensitivity level may be different from the second sensitivity level.

DETECTOR FOR DETECTING A CHANGE IN A FLUID LEVEL AND GENERATING A DIGITAL SIGNAL

A detector for detecting a change in a fluid level and generating a digital signal uses a light source and a photodetector mounted diametrically on a tube in a predetermined location where a change in fluid level is to be detected. The circuit provides two stable output states or levels, one which corresponds to fluid not being in the tube between the light source such as an LED light and the photodetector and the other level when fluid is in the tube. In a particular application, the invention is utilized to monitor fluid level in a predetermined location of a manometer to shut off a radon remedial system and provide audio/and or visual alarms when there is a fluid level change which indicates that the radon remedial system is not operating effectively. 1. A detector for detecting a change in fluid level in a tube;said tube being constructed of a material that at least partially transmits light;a light source mounted on one side of said tube for emitting light and a photodetector mounted on an opposite side of said tube for receiving said light;said light and said photodetector being mounted at a first predetermined location along said tube proximate a location of fluid level change, said photodetector providing an output voltage when receiving said light, said output voltage of said photodetector varying with the intensity of light received;a digital signal forming circuit, said digital signal forming circuit receiving said output of said photodetector, said digital signal forming circuit having an output which changes from one state to a second state when said output voltage of said photodetector reaches a predetermined voltage, said digital signal forming circuit including predetermined supply voltages and components biasing at least one solid state device therein to switch states at said predetermined voltage, said predetermined voltage being within a range of output voltages of said photodetector, the rate of voltage difference change between said first and ...

Self-Filling Graduated Cylinder System

A self-filling graduated cylinder system for efficiently filling a graduated cylinder with a chemical solution. The self-filling graduated cylinder system generally includes a graduated cylinder having an interior, an upper end, an upper opening in the upper end a lower end opposite of the upper end, and a check valve attached to the graduated cylinder near the lower end of the graduated cylinder. The check valve is adapted to allow a liquid chemical to flow upwardly through the check valve into the graduated cylinder and to prevent the liquid chemical within the interior of the graduated cylinder from flowing downwardly through the check valve. A vacuum device is fluidly connected to the graduated cylinder to draw the liquid chemical upwardly to an upper level within the graduated cylinder. Alternatively, a pump device pumps liquid chemical into the graduated cylinder. 1. A liquid chemical consumption measuring system for measuring a volume of liquid chemical consumption by a chemical consuming device , comprising:a chemical container capable of storing a volume of liquid chemical;a graduated cylinder having an interior, wherein the graduated cylinder is comprised of an elongated structure having an upper end, and a lower end opposite of the upper end, and wherein the graduated cylinder includes measurement indicia;wherein the graduated cylinder partially extends into the chemical container;a first check valve attached to the graduated cylinder near the lower end of the graduated cylinder, wherein the first check valve is adapted to allow a liquid chemical to flow through the first check valve into the graduated cylinder, and wherein the first check valve is adapted to prevent the liquid chemical within the interior of the graduated cylinder from flowing outwardly through the first check valve; anda vacuum device fluidly connected to the graduated cylinder, wherein the vacuum device is adapted for reducing the pressure within the graduated cylinder.2. The liquid ...

Particle Size Classification Device for Field Use

Disclosed is a size portable particle size distribution sampling device that is small enough to be carried by truckers and handled by terminal personnel. The device consists of multiple nesting screening (sieve) cups, with a sample cup at the top, a plurality of screening cups in sequence below the sample cup and a base container at the bottom. Methods of use are also disclosed. 11. . A particle size measuring device comprising a measuring cup , a base cup and a plurality of screening cups that are structured to nest together , wherein the screening cups have disposed in each a screen of predetermined mesh size.2. The device of wherein are screening cups having a screen size of 20 claim 1 ,30 claim 1 ,40 claim 1 ,50 and 70 mesh.3. The device of wherein the measuring cup claim 1 , the base cup and screening cup(s) of the device are made of material sufficiently transparent for particles to be seen through the walls or if opaque have viewing windows.4. The device of wherein the measuring cup claim 1 , the base cup and screening cup(s) all have diameters less than about three inches and a height of less than about two inches.5. The devise of wherein the screening cup or cups have marking to allow determination of the height of its content.6. A method of field testing the size distribution of a sample of particles comprising; taking a representative sample of particles:placing the sample in a measuring cup structured to nest with a series of nested screening cups;placing the measuring cup into a device comprising a measuring cup, a base cup and a plurality of screening cups that are structured to nest together, wherein each screening cup has disposed in each a screen of predetermined mesh size;inverting the device so that the particles flow through the screening cup screens through which they will pass; andestimating or measuring the amount of particles retained on each screen.7. The method of wherein the screen sizes are checked for accuracy before use.8. The method of ...

LIQUID LEVEL SENSING DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus and method for liquid level detection. The method may include providing a circuit board including a plurality of horizontally mounted emitter/receiver pairs arranged vertically along the circuit board within a liquid containment area. The method may further include determining, using one or more processors associated with the circuit board, if liquid is present between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs based upon, at least in part, data received from one or more of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs. 126-. (canceled)27. An apparatus comprising:a circuit board including at least one mounted emitter/receiver pairs arranged vertically along the circuit board; anda processor configured to determine if liquid is present between at least one of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs based upon, at least in part, data received from one or more of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs.281. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim , further comprising:a support tube configured to house the circuit board and the processor.292. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim , wherein the support tube is configured to be deployed within a liquid storage tank.301. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim , wherein determining if liquid is present includes determining a collector voltage at a photo transistor receiver associated with each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs.311. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim , wherein the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs are each separated by an approximately equivalent distance on the circuit board.321. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim , wherein the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs are each separated by a variable distance on the circuit board and wherein the variable distance between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs corresponds to an equivalent change in a liquid level.331. The liquid level detection apparatus ...

Working vehicle

A working vehicle includes a housing member in which fluid is housed, and a gauge that indicates a remaining amount of the fluid in the housing member. The gauge is disposed at a central portion of the housing member in a longitudinal direction.

NON-CONTACT DISPLACEMENT SENSOR

A non-contact displacement sensor includes a focus timing calculator that, calculates a measurement-side focus timing at which measurement light is focused on a surface of a measurable object, a first reference-side focus timing at which reference light is focused on a first reference surface, and a second reference-side focus timing at which the reference light is focused on a second reference surface; a characteristics calculator that calculates the refractive index characteristics of a liquid lens apparatus based on the first reference-side focus timing, the second reference-side focus timing, and an optical path length difference; and a position calculator that calculates a position of the measurable object based on the refractive index characteristics and a phase of the measurement-side focus timing relative to a period of a drive signal. 1. A non-contact displacement sensor comprising:a light source which emits light;a liquid lens in which a refractive index periodically changes in response to an input drive signal;a beam splitter that splits light, which is emitted from the light source and passes through the liquid lens, into measurement light and reference light;a measurement-side objective lens that emits the measurement light split by the beam splitter at a measurable object;a reference-side objective lens on which the reference light split by the beam splitter is incident;a reference light optical system which includes a first reference surface and a second reference surface each having a mutually distinct optical path length measured from the reference-side objective lens, and in which the reference light that passes through the reference-side objective lens is incident on each of the first reference surface and the second reference surface;a photodetector which receives the measurement light reflected by the measurable object and receives the reference light that has traveled by way of the reference light optical system, and outputs a photodetection ...

HYDRATION SLEEVE AND BLADDER AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A hydration sleeve can include: a band of sleeve material shaped and dimensioned to fit around a user's limb; a bladder pocket connected to the band of sleeve material; and opening extending into the bladder pocket to permit insertion of a hydration bladder into the bladder pocket; and a mouthpiece port extending through the band of sleeve material. Other embodiments and features, including single-use hydration bladders and garments incorporating hydration sleeves are described. 1. A hydration sleeve , comprising:a band of sleeve material shaped and dimensioned to fit around a user's limb;a bladder pocket connected to the band of sleeve material;an opening extending into the bladder pocket to permit insertion of a hydration bladder into the bladder pocket; anda mouthpiece port extending through the band of sleeve material,.wherein the band of sleeve material is tubular and has a seam running along a length of the band of sleeve material, the seam formed by connecting ends of the band of sleeve material together.2. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising a bladder located in the bladder pocket.3. The hydration sleeve of claim 2 , wherein the bladder includes a mouthpiece that extends through the mouthpiece port.4. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising a closure adapted to close the opening extending through the band of sleeve material.5. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the bladder pocket includes a layer of insulating material.6. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising:a hydration sensor located on the hydration sleeve; anda monitor indicated to alert the user of a hydration level of the user.7. The hydration sleeve of claim 6 , further comprising a fill gauge adapted to indicate an amount of contents in the hydration bladder.8. The hydration sleeve of claim 7 , wherein the fill gauge comprises at least one of an electronic gauge or a visual indicator.920-. (canceled)21. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further ...

DEVICE FOR INDICATING A FLUID LEVEL

A device for indicating a fluid level, having a device housing (), which has a viewing window (), which provides a view of a transparent indicator body (), which can be at least partially filled with the fluid via at least one port piece (), the cavity () of which is reached through by a securing part (), which has a fluid guide () and which can serves to secure the device housing () to a third component, such as a fluid storage tank, is characterized in that the port piece () comprises a support structure, at least consisting of individual ribs () interconnecting plate-shaped wall parts () of the port piece (), and in that the support structure encompasses the cavity (). 124624261422224343630322426. A device for indicating a fluid level , having a device housing () , which has a viewing window () , which provides a view of a transparent indicator body () , which can be at least partially filled with the fluid via at least one port piece () , the cavity () of which is reached through by a securing part () , which has a fluid guide () and which serves to secure the device housing () to a third component , such as a fluid storage tank , characterized in that the port piece () comprises a support structure , at least consisting of individual ribs ( , ) interconnecting plate-shaped wall parts ( , ) of the port piece () , and in that the support structure encompasses the cavity ().214262864228. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the cavity for the passage of the securing part () has a cylindrical passage section () claim 1 , into which a supply section () for the indicator body () opens in a fluid-conveying manner claim 1 , which can be placed on an annular mount () that at least partially encloses the supply section ().34246446630624. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the annular mount () is shaped in the manner of an ellipsoid and forms the seat () for a sealing ring () sealing the interior of the indicator body () from the ...

MACHINE FLUID CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEM

A sight glass column is described. The sight glass column is configured to be indirectly attachable to a machine via a machine connector such that machine fluid is transferable from the machine to the sight glass column. The sight glass column further has a remote sensing port, and a lockable oil level ring. 1. An apparatus for machine fluid monitoring comprising:a sight glass column at least partially constructed of one or more materials that is transparent to light in a visible region, the sight glass having an open first end, an open second end, a tubular sidewall extending between the open first end and the open second end, and an inside surface and an outside surface extending from the open first end to the open second end and at least partially surrounding a cavity within the sight glass, wherein the open first end of the sight glass is configured to be indirectly attachable to a machine via a machine connector such that machine fluid is transferable from the machine to the sight glass column; andat least one level ring comprising a band constructed of a flexible material and extending at least partially around the sight glass column, and a locking device connected to the band, the band having a first end and a second end, the band being sized and constructed to grippingly engage the sidewall so as to permit a user to move the locking device to a first position in which the band may be selectively placed at a desired location on the sight glass column, and move the locking device to a second position in which the band is maintained at the desired location on the sight glass column.2. The apparatus for machine fluid monitoring of claim 1 , wherein the locking device engages the first end and the second end of the band and serves to set the positions of the first end relative to the second end to prevent unintentional and unauthorized movement of the level ring.3. The apparatus for machine fluid monitoring of claim 1 , wherein the locking device is a screw ...

MACHINE FLUID CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEM

A hub, sight glass column and bottom sediment and water bowl are described. The hub is adapted to interconnect multiple machine fluid equipment to a single port on a machine. The hub is provided with an adjustable fitting connectable to a housing, and recessed within the hub. The sight glass column is configured to be indirectly attachable to a machine via a machine connector such that machine fluid is transferable from the machine to the sight glass column. The sight glass column further has a remote sensing port, and a lockable oil level ring. The bottom sediment and water bowl has a conically shaped bottom to direct fluid to a drain valve, and an indicator located on an upper tip of the drain valve. The indicator is configured to provide information with respect to one or more contaminant or property of machine fluid within the bottom sediment and water bowl. 1. A bottom sediment and water bowl for machine fluid monitoring , comprising:a bowl member in a form of a tube having an upper end and a connector located adjacent to the upper end, the bowl member having a bowl portion and a drain port with the drain port below the bowl portion;a drain valve connected to the drain port of the bowl member, and extending into the bowl portion, the drain valve having an upper tip positioned within the bowl portion; andan indicator located on the upper tip of the drain valve, the indicator configured to provide information with respect to one or more contaminant or property of machine fluid within the bowl portion.2. The bottom sediment and water bowl of claim 1 , wherein the bowl member further comprises a shield portion extending on all sides of the drain valve to protect the drain valve.3. The bottom sediment and water bowl of claim 1 , wherein the bowl portion includes a bottom having a funneled shape whereby the bottom directs machine fluid within the bowl portion towards the drain valve.4. The bottom sediment and water bowl of claim 1 , wherein the indicator includes at ...

FLOAT INDICATOR DEVICE AND METHOD

A float product and method of use. A float is described comprising an elongated body having first and second end sections extending between and connecting a weighted section at the first end and a bulb section at the second end. The float is particularly adapted for use in a jug, such as a growler, during filling to help prevent overflow and spillage. Methods of using the float product are also described. The float can be mounted to the jug by way of a ring clip which slides over the neck of the jug. 1. A float capable of floating in drinkable liquid inside a jug , comprising:an elongated body having first and second ends;a weighted section located at the first end; anda bulb section located at the second end,wherein the float is sized and configured to be positionable inside a jug during filling to help prevent overflow and spillage during filling.2. The float of claim 1 , wherein the jug is a growler.3. The float of claim 1 , wherein the bulb section is removably connectable to mounting device mounted to a neck of the jug.4. The float of claim 3 , wherein the mounting device has a ring portion and a float mount section.5. The float of claim 1 , wherein the weighted section is located below a hollow section of the float.6. The float of claim 1 , further comprising a polymer coating of food-safe polymer covering an entirety of the float.7. The float of claim 1 , further comprising a fill-indicating marker section arranged on at least a portion of the float below the bulb section.8. A method of filling a growler while eliminating or reducing filling overflow and spillage claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'dropping the float of into the growler before, or prior to completion of, the filling process; and'}stopping the filling process when at least a portion of the float appears above a top of the growler.9. A float capable of floating in beer during filling of a jug with the beer claim 1 , comprising:an elongated body having first ...

Integrated Measuring Cup and Cutting Board Edges

A measuring cup with a base, opposed side walls, a rear wall and a higher in elevation front wall. Quantity markings are provided. The front wall has an outwardly extending lip. With the lip on a table top, the front wall slants downwardly from the lip to thereby maintain foodstuff therein. A cover seals the measuring cup. It has a flat section about the dimensions of the base so that a second measuring cup can be stacked on the cover of the first. A cutting board is provided with a bevel or undercut edge for mating engagement with the lip of the measuring cup to allow easy transfer of cut foodstuff from the cutting board and into the measuring cup.

Liquid Level Detecting System and Method thereof

A liquid level detecting system and method thereof are provided in present application. Aforementioned system acquires an image containing transparent container and labeling element, analyzes the image portion of the labeling element which effected by the tested liquid in the transparent container so as to determine the liquid level of the tested liquid. Comparing with the imaging recognition technique for measuring liquid level of prior art, the system and method thereof of present application is able to determine the liquid level of the transparent liquid in transparent container effectively. 1. A liquid level detecting system , comprising:a transparent container, configured to contain tested liquid;a labeling element, neighbored to the transparent container;an image acquiring device, wherein the transparent container and the labeling element are located in a shooting range of the image acquiring device; andan electronic device, electrically connected with the image acquiring device, wherein the electronic device enables the image acquiring device to acquire an image of the transparent container and the labeling element and analyzes an image portion affected by tested liquid so as to determines a liquid level of tested liquid.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the electronic device searches the image to find a first image portion which presenting the labeling element affected by tested liquid claim 1 , searches the image to find a second image portion which presenting the labeling element without affected by tested liquid claim 1 , and determines the liquid level according to a joint portion between the first image portion and the second image portion.3. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the electronic device configures vertical pixels of a transparent container image of the image into a plurality of blocks and determines the liquid level according to a pixel difference between the neighbored blocks.4. The system as claimed in claim 2 , wherein ...

Oil Sight Glass

The present disclosure relates, in one embodiment, to an oil sight apparatus. The oil sight may include a sight body with a chamber defined in the sight body. The chamber may include a top, a bottom, and a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom. A separator may be located in the chamber. The separator may be configured to sink in oil and to float in water such that the separator may rest at an oil-water separation line in the chamber. 1. A sight glass comprising:a sight body;a chamber defined in the sight body, the chamber including a top, a bottom, and a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom; anda separator located in the chamber, the separator configured to float in a first fluid and sink in a second fluid such that the separator rests at an interface between the first fluid and the second fluid in the chamber.2. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein:the chamber bottom includes an opaque bottom section such that at least some ambient light reflects off of the opaque bottom section and into the chamber.3. The sight glass of claim 2 , wherein:a majority of the chamber bottom includes the opaque bottom section.4. The sight glass of claim 1 , further comprising:an illumination source located nearer the chamber bottom than the chamber top.5. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is located below the chamber bottom opposite the chamber top.6. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is disposed at least partially within the chamber bottom.7. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is electrically connected to a remote light switch.8. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein:the chamber top includes a domed top to prevent at least some exterior contaminants from resting on the chamber top.9. The sight glass of claim 8 , wherein:the domed top includes a curvature that is equivalent to a surface of a sphere with a radius from 10 inches to 30 inches.10. The sight glass of claim 9 , wherein:the curvature ...

Fluid Level Sensing Device and Method

A fluid level sensing device for determining the level of the interface between a first fluid and a second fluid in a container. The fluid level sensing device comprising an optical waveguide for disposal in the container for at least partial immersion in the first fluid; a light source for providing input light to the optical waveguide; and a light detector for sensing output light from the optical waveguide. The optical waveguide comprises a plurality of curved portions. Successive ones of the curved portions are curved in alternating directions. The optical waveguide is configured such that a curved portion immersed in the first fluid has a greater light loss profile than a curved portion not immersed in the first fluid. The output light from the optical waveguide provides a measure of the level of the interface based on light loss of the input light through the optical waveguide. 1. A fluid level sensing device for determining the level of the interface between a first fluid and a second fluid in a container , the device fluid level sensing comprising:an optical waveguide for disposal in the container for at least partial immersion in the first fluid;a light source for providing input light to the optical waveguide; anda light detector for sensing output light from the optical waveguide,wherein the optical waveguide comprises a plurality of curved portions, successive ones of the curved portions being curved in alternating directions, and wherein the optical waveguide is configured such that a curved portion immersed in the first fluid has a greater light loss profile than a curved portion not immersed in the first fluid, and the output light from the optical waveguide provides a measure of the level of the interface based on light loss of the input light through the optical waveguide, andwherein a sensing portion of the optical waveguide is configured to extend in a first direction, the first direction being substantially perpendicular to the interface between ...

UTENSIL LIQUID DISPENSER DEVICE

A utensil liquid dispenser device may include a compressible reservoir that may include a top opening, a bottom opening and an interior housing. A plunger may be positioned within the interior housing of the compressible reservoir. A plunger rod may have a first end and a second end. The first end of the plunger rod may attach to the plunger. The second end of the plunger rod may extend out through the top opening of the compressible reservoir. A first end of a flexible hose may attach to the bottom opening of the compressible reservoir. At least one utensil fastener may be shaped around the compressible reservoir. In certain embodiments the utensil fastener may be attached to the compressible reservoir. 1. A utensil liquid dispenser device comprising:a compressible reservoir comprising a top opening, a bottom opening and an interior housing;a plunger positioned within the interior housing of the compressible reservoir;a plunger rod having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the plunger rod attaches to the plunger, wherein the second end of the plunger rod extends out through the top opening of the compressible reservoir;a flexible hose having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the flexible hose attaches to the bottom opening of the compressible reservoir; andat least one utensil fastener shaped around the compressible reservoir.2. The utensil liquid dispenser device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one utensil fastener is attached to the compressible reservoir.3. The utensil liquid dispenser device of claim 1 , wherein at least one utensil fastener is positioned on the bottom opening end of the compressible reservoir.4. The utensil liquid dispenser device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fastener comprises a magnetic holder.5. The utensil liquid dispenser device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fastener comprises a strap.6. The utensil liquid dispenser device of claim 1 , further comprising a pressure lever attached ...

LIQUID MIXING SYSTEM FOR SEMICONDUCTOR FABRICATION

A liquid measuring beaker is suitable for measuring an amount of a liquid required in a liquid mixing process. The liquid measuring beaker includes a shell and an adjusting partition. The shell defines a reservoir having a volumetric capacity, in which the shell has a first opening passing through a bottom of the shell. The adjusting partition is vertically movable in the reservoir for adjusting the volumetric capacity, in which the adjusting partition has a second opening passing through the adjusting partition. 1. A liquid measuring beaker suitable for measuring an amount of a liquid required in a liquid mixing process , the liquid measuring beaker comprising:a shell defining a reservoir having a volumetric capacity, wherein the shell has a first opening passing through a bottom of the shell; andan adjusting partition which is vertically movable in the reservoir for adjusting the volumetric capacity, wherein the adjusting partition has a second opening passing through the adjusting partition.2. The liquid measuring beaker of claim 1 , wherein the bottom of the shell has a top surface inclined downward inwardly.3. The liquid measuring beaker of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting partition has a bottom surface inclined upward inwardly.4. The liquid measuring beaker of claim 1 , further comprising:a screw connected to the adjusting partition; anda motor connected to the screw for driving the screw to vertically move the adjusting partition.5. The liquid measuring beaker of claim 4 , wherein the screw is connected to a center of a top surface of the adjusting partition.6. A liquid supplying system suitable for supplying a required amount of a liquid to a mixing tank claim 4 , the liquid supplying system comprising: a shell defining a reservoir having a volumetric capacity, wherein the shell has a first opening passing through a bottom of the shell; and', 'an adjusting partition which is vertically movable in the reservoir for adjusting the volumetric capacity, wherein ...

LIQUID LEVEL SENSING DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus and method for liquid level detection. The method may include providing a circuit board including a plurality of horizontally mounted emitter/receiver pairs arranged vertically along the circuit board within a liquid containment area. The method may further include determining, using one or more processors associated with the circuit board, if liquid is present between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs based upon, at least in part, data received from one or more of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs. 1. A liquid level detection apparatus comprising:a circuit board including a plurality of horizontally mounted emitter/receiver pairs arranged vertically along the circuit board; anda processor configured to determine if liquid is present between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs based upon, at least in part, data received from one or more of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs.2. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a support tube configured to house the circuit board and the processor.3. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the support tube is configured to be deployed within a liquid storage tank.4. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein determining if liquid is present includes determining a collector voltage at a photo transistor receiver associated with each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs.5. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs are each separated by an approximately equivalent distance on the circuit board.6. The liquid level detection apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs are each separated by a variable distance on the circuit board and wherein the variable distance between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs corresponds to an equivalent change in a liquid level.7. The liquid level detection ...

FUEL GAUGE HOLDER

Fuel testing gauges used in preflight checks of an aircraft are typically straw-shaped cylindrical elements which tend to accidentally slip through a fuel tank opening and become lost in the tank. A fuel gauge holder which resiliently engages the outer surface of the gauge and extends laterally from a central axis of the cylindrical gauge serves to prevent accidental loss of the gauge and simplifies handling by the pilot or other user of the fuel gauge. 11012. A holder () adapted to secure to an elongated fuel gauge structure () having a central axis , comprising:{'b': 14', '20', '12, 'a central holder portion () formed with a bight () configured to frictionally engage an outer surface of said fuel gauge structure () and'}{'b': 14', '16', '12, 'a plurality of wing portions (, ) extending laterally with respect to said central axis of said fuel gauge structure () for a sufficient distance to prevent a gauge and holder, while engaged together, from sliding through a fuel tank opening of predetermined diameter.'}2. The holder of claim 1 , wherein said central portion and said wing portions are integrally formed.3141612. The holder of claim 1 , wherein said wing portions are a left wing () and a right wing () claim 1 , extending along a common axis perpendicular to said central axis of said fuel gauge structure ().4. The holder of claim 3 , wherein said wing portions taper toward outer tips thereof.5. The holder of claim 3 , wherein said wing portions are formed with irregular outer surfaces to facilitate frictional engagement with a hand of a user. This application is a continuation-in-part of our provisional application Ser. No. 61/886,120, filed 3 Oct. 2013, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference (attorney docket 872-039-101).The present invention relates generally to devices for conducting an aviation preflight check and, more particularly, to a holder for attachment to a cylindrical clear tube, used to test for water in an aviation fuel tank. ...

METHOD FOR FILL LEVEL DETERMINATION

The present disclosure relates to a system for determining at least one process variable, such as a fill level of a filling material located in a container. The system includes at least one camera for taking at least one image of at least one first subregion of the container, at least one thermal-imaging camera for taking at least one thermal image of at least the first subregion, and an evaluation unit. The evaluation unit determines the process variable based upon the at least one thermal image in combination with the at least one image, wherein the latter is used in the determination of the container geometry. The system according to the present disclosure thus offers the advantage that none of the components must be arranged in the interior of the container. 1. A system for determining at least one process variable of a filling material located in a container , comprising:at least one photographic camera for taking at least one optical image of at least one first subregion of the container;at least one thermal-imaging camera for taking at least one thermal image of at least the first subregion; andan evaluation unit that determines the at least one process variable based upon the at least one optical image and based upon the at least one thermal image.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first subregion is selected such that at least one section of an outer contour of the container can be determined.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the optical image is used to determine the geometry of the container.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one mark is applied to the container at a known distance from a bottom of the container claim 1 , and wherein the first subregion is selected such that it includes the at least one mark.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one photographic camera and the at least one thermal-imaging camera are arranged outside the container such that the at least one optical image and the at least one thermal image are taken ...

Metered Dosing Method and Mechanisms Thereof

Enhanced metering systems for managing dosing aliquots feature cartridge housings for exchangeable cartridge with plugs for housing functional substances, extruding conduit tips with fluid flow conduits driven by advancing members for driving amounts of metered functional substance throughout the tips. Manual, pneumatic electrical and/or electronic means for advancing, combined with one way valves, viewing slots, multiple metering and dispensing ports enable two cartridge to be metered at once, as shown by graduated scales. 1. A device for dispensing a metered amount of a functional substance , the device comprising:a cartridge housing having a proximal end, a distal end, and an internal bore, the cartridge housing configured to house an exchangeable cartridge including a cartridge plug and a functional substance;an extruding conduit tip at the proximal end of the cartridge housing, the tip comprising a fluid flow conduit; andan advancing member configured to fit into the internal bore and configured to move axially through the bore; andwherein, when the advancing member moves towards the proximal end of the housing, it forces a metered amount of the functional substance through the extruding conduit tip.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the advancing member comprises a manual manipulation member.3. The device or claim 2 , wherein the manual manipulation member comprises a finger grip configured to move the advancing member through the internal bore when slid proximally.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the advancing member comprises a plunger.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the plunger is a rod.6. The device of claim 4 , wherein the plunger is a screw.7. The device of claim 6 , further comprising a multi-lobed bed pin and a coil spring configured to provide pressure against the multi-lobed pin; and wherein the manual manipulation member comprises a manually rotatable element configured to advance the plunger through the internal bore when rotated.8. The device ...

Axle Monitoring System

Embodiments of an axle monitoring system of the present invention generally include an oil bath cap plug equipped with a sensor assembly containing one or more power provision components, and an oil level monitor, a humidity/temperature sensor, a vibrational energy detector, and/or a GPS tracking chip, all of which are mounted on a microcircuit board, wherein the sensor assembly is adapted and configured to be fitted inside the axle oil bath cap plug. In various embodiments, information and/or data obtained by the sensor assembly can be transmitted, in raw or processed form, to one or more remote devices. Embodiments of a method of using embodiments of an axle monitoring system of the present invention are also provided. 1. An axle monitoring system comprising:an oil bath cap plug; anda sensor assembly; said sensor assembly comprises a microcircuit board;', 'said sensor assembly is insertable into and retainable within said oil bath cap plug; and', 'said axle monitoring system is at least partially insertable into and retainable within an oil bath cap of a trailer axle assembly., 'wherein2. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said microcircuit board is equipped with a power provision component.3. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said microcircuit board is equipped with a GPS tracking chip.4. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said microcircuit board is equipped with a temperature and/or humidity sensor.5. The axle monitoring system of claim 2 , wherein said power provision component comprises a lithium battery.6. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said microcircuit board is equipped with at least one component selected from the group consisting of:an oil level monitor;a proximity sensor; anda vibrational energy detector.7. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said microcircuit board is disposed within a protective case.8. The axle monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said axle monitoring system ...

SENSOR WITH ELECTRICAL CONTACT PROTECTION FOR USE IN FLUID COLLECTION CANISTER AND NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEMS INCLUDING SAME

A sensor for use in a canister for fluid collection, the canister having a canister top and defining a fluid collection chamber. The sensor includes a first electrode and a second electrode. The first electrode includes a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the first electrode is supported by the canister top, and the second portion of the first electrode is configured to extend into the fluid collection chamber. The second electrode includes a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the second electrode is supported by the canister top, and the second portion of the second electrode is configured to extend into the fluid collection chamber. The sensor also includes an electric circuit configured to detect an electrical property associated with the first and second electrodes. 117.-. (canceled)18. A negative pressure wound therapy system , comprising:a collection canister comprising a chamber configured to collect wound fluids, the collection canister comprising a top surface; anda control unit comprising an enclosure enclosing a vacuum source and a controller, the enclosure including a bottom surface, wherein the top surface of the collection canister and the bottom surface of the control unit are configured to be removably coupled;a sensor positioned at least partially on the top surface of the collection canister, the sensor configured to be electrically connected with a probe positioned on the bottom side of the enclosure when the collection canister and the control unit are coupled,wherein the sensor comprises at least one electrode at least partially extending into the chamber.19. The negative pressure wound therapy system of claim 18 , further comprising a circuit configured to be electrically connected with the sensor and the probe.20. The negative pressure wound therapy system of claim 18 , further comprising a circuit configured to detect a change in the electrical property associated with the sensor ...

Drum tank gauge device

A drum tank gauge device is disclosed in which the device comprises a housing having a level indication display, an audible alarm, and a visual alarm, a level sensor shaft having a capacitance sensor positioned at an end which is inserted into a drum, and a threaded cap for securing the housing and the level sensor shaft in place. 1. A drum tank gauge device for use in measuring the quantity of petroleum products in a drum tank , comprising:a housing having a level indication display, an audible alarm, and a visual alarm;a level sensor shaft having a capacitance sensor positioned at an end which is inserted into a drum; anda threaded cap for securing the housing and the level sensor shaft in place.2. The drum tank gauge device of wherein the level indication display comprises a first LED for indicating 90% capacity claim 1 , a second LED for indicating 75% capacity claim 1 , a third LED for indicating 50% capacity claim 1 , a fourth LED for indicating 25% capacity claim 1 , and a fifth LED for indicating 5% capacity.3. The drum tank gauge device of wherein the visual alarm is an LED.4. The drum tank gauge device of wherein the audible alarm is a speaker.5. The drum tank gauge device of wherein the housing further comprises a side having a touch sensitive switch for operating the drum tank gauge device.6. The drum tank gauge device of wherein the housing further comprises a switch for muting the operation of the audible alarm.7. The drum tank gauge device of further comprising a battery positioned within the housing for powering the drum tank gauge device.8. A drum tank gauge device for use in measuring the quantity of petroleum products in a drum tank claim 1 , comprising:a housing having a level indication display, an audible alarm, and a visual alarm;a level sensor shaft having a capacitance sensor positioned at an end which is inserted into a drum;an integrated circuit connected to the level indication display, the audible alarm, the visual alarm, and the ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PREFILLING SYRINGES

A system for filling syringes that includes a syringe filling machine. The syringe filling machine includes a syringe feeder, a syringe loader coupled with the syringe feeder, a starwheel, one or more inspection stations provided around the starwheel, a syringe filling station adjacent the starwheel, a cap feeder, a cap loader in communication with the cap feeder and adjacent the starwheel, and an ejection station adjacent the starwheel. The syringe loader is operable to receive one or more syringes and to feed the one or more syringes into the starwheel. The starwheel is operable to move the one or more syringes between the one or more inspection stations, the syringe filling station, and the cap loader. 1. A system for filling a syringe , comprising: a syringe feeder;', 'a syringe loader coupled with the syringe feeder;', 'a starwheel designed to move the syringe in a circular pattern therearound;', 'one or more inspection stations positioned around the starwheel and configured to detect an error in the syringe;', 'a syringe filling station adjacent the starwheel that fills the syringe with a compound;', 'a cap feeder;', 'a cap loader in communication with the cap feeder and adjacent the starwheel; and', 'an ejection station adjacent the starwheel., 'a syringe filling machine including2. The system of further comprising a cleanroom and a vacuum system adjacent the syringe filling machine.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the syringe filling machine further includes a control station.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cap feeder includes a hopper claim 1 , a basin claim 1 , and a track.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the cap feeder is a vibratory cap feeder and the track is a spiral track.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the syringe loader includes an arm and a claw claim 1 , the arm being actuated by a syringe actuator to introduce the syringe into the starwheel.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the starwheel includes at least eight syringe cutouts.8. ...

ADJUSTABLE FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION APPARATUS

An improved fluid level verification apparatus which may be manufactured or otherwise fabricated as a kit and assembled at a remote location for use on liquid filled containers and configured to reduce inherent mechanical stresses on the inspection tube and resists leakage due to environmental, chemical, thermal or mechanical expansion cycles by using internal grooves and entrapped o-rings. The improved fluid level verification apparatus having at least one adjustable end to provide adjustable spacing between the fluid level verification apparatus inlet and outlet. 1. A fluid level verification apparatus comprising:a tubular sight member defining a conduit and having oppositely disposed ends;an undercut groove formed within the conduit inwardly spaced from each respective end;first and second end blocks each having a plurality of faces, said end blocks, respectively, include a bore extending between opposite faces; anda nipple, said nipple being formed on a face adjacent said bore;an opening being formed in said nipple and being in fluid communication with said bore;each of said nipples having a circumferential groove exteriorly thereof and being adapted to receive said tube ends;sealing means being positioned on each of said nipples in said groove and adapted to receive one of said respective conduit grooves to thereby provide a slip-fit between said nipples and said tube ends;first and second hollow fastening means adapted to be received within said bores and being in fluid communication with said sight member; andat least one end block being axially telescopically movable relative to the tubular sight member.2. The fluid level verification apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second fastening means each comprise a headed bolt extending through said block bores; and sealing means around each bolt at the opposite sides of the end blocks to seal the blocks against the bolt and tank respectively.3. The fluid level verification apparatus of claim 2 , wherein a ...

MULTIPARAMETER DEVICE FOR MEASURING BY OPTICAL MEANS THE FILLING LEVEL OF TANKS AND RESERVOIRS OF LIQUIDS AND LIQUEFIED PRODUCTS, THE INDEX OF REFRACTION, AND FOR IMAGE ANALYSIS, WITHOUT MOVING PARTS

A new multiparameter device for measuring by optical means, the level of filling of tanks and reservoirs for liquids and liquefied products, index of refraction and image analysis, without moving parts, which is more specifically intended, but without restrictions of application, for the measuring the level of a liquid in a reservoir, besides being able to make possible the distinction and detection of the type of liquid included in this reservoir, by measuring the index of refraction and image analysis of these liquids, performing this task in a simple, practical and efficient manner through a specific configuration utilizing optical and electronic means, without use of moving parts, what allows that the same may be used for numerous applications between them, for the fuel quality control, the fuel identification, the measuring of the index of refraction, flow measurement, color measurement, temperature measurement and pressure measurement, inter alia, and more specifically for application in the automotive and associated industries. 1. A multiparameter device consisting of a measuring device essentially formed by a light guide , having arranged at its ends a light emitting source , an image projector and a photodetector/light and image sensor receptor coupled to an image processor and specific register; wherein the light guide abuts the light derived from a light beam , travelling its interior , not allowing external interferences and that may be composed of a bar or rod of a material transparent to the light used , and that may be image transmitting optic fiber , or the like , involved by layers of index of refraction material so that total internal reflection (RIT) occurs; involved by reflective coatings , with an index of refraction surface layer smaller than the core; wherein the light guide may have various lengths and straight formats , “U ,” “S ,” and “zig-zag” formats , as well as its straight section , which can vary in the geometric shape required for ...

Oil Sight Glass

The present disclosure relates, in one embodiment, to an oil sight apparatus. The oil sight may include a sight body with a chamber defined in the sight body. The chamber may include a top, a bottom, and a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom. A separator may be located in the chamber. The separator may be configured to sink in oil and to float in water such that the separator may rest at an oil-water separation line in the chamber. 1. A sight glass comprising:a sight body;a chamber defined in the sight body, the chamber including a top, a bottom, and a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom; anda separator located in the chamber, the separator configured to float in a first fluid and sink in a second fluid such that the separator rests at an interface between the first fluid and the second fluid in the chamber.2. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein:the chamber bottom includes an opaque bottom section such that at least some ambient light reflects off of the opaque bottom section and into the chamber.3. The sight glass of claim 2 , wherein:a majority of the chamber bottom includes the opaque bottom section.4. The sight glass of claim 1 , further comprising:an illumination source located nearer the chamber bottom than the chamber top.5. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is located below the chamber bottom opposite the chamber top.6. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is disposed at least partially within the chamber bottom.7. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein:the illumination source is electrically connected to a remote light switch.8. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein:the chamber top includes a domed top to prevent at least some exterior contaminants from resting on the chamber top.9. The sight glass of claim 8 , wherein:the domed top includes a curvature that is equivalent to a surface of a sphere with a radius from 10 inches to 30 inches.10. The sight glass of claim 9 , wherein:the curvature ...

Oil level indicator for rotary wing aircraft transmission

A fluid level sensor for determining an amount of first fluid in a system is provided including a first substantially transparent sight glass mounted outside and fluidly coupled to a portion of the system. A level of first fluid in the first sight glass is indicative of the amount of first fluid in the system. A second substantially transparent sight glass has an independent closed loop containing a second fluid. The second sight glass is positioned adjacent outside the system. A plane of the second sight glass is arranged adjacent to a pivot point of the first fluid within the system. A level of second fluid in the second sight glass is indicative of the amount of first fluid corresponding to normal operation of the system. A comparison of the level of first fluid in the first sight glass and the level of second fluid in the second sight glass indicates if the amount of first fluid in the system requires adjustment.

LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR, TURBO COMPRESSOR, AND TURBO REFRIGERATOR

A liquid level indicator including a liquid level calm portion that is provided with a liquid introduction inlet that communicates with a portion below the liquid level in an oil tank and a gas vent that communicates with a portion above the liquid level; and a sight glass for observing a liquid level in the liquid level calm portion, having a liquid introduction tube provided with an extension portion that communicates with the liquid introduction inlet and extends toward the bottom portion of the oil tank, and a distal end portion that communicates with the extension portion and opens in a direction other than the downward direction below the liquid level. 1. A liquid level indicator comprising a liquid level calm portion that is provided with a liquid introduction inlet that communicates with a portion below the liquid level in a liquid storage portion and a gas vent that communicates with a portion above the liquid level; and a sight glass for observing a liquid level in the liquid level calm portion ,the liquid level indicator comprises a liquid introduction tube provided with an extension portion that communicates with the liquid introduction inlet and extends toward the bottom portion of the liquid storage portion, and a distal end portion that communicates with the extension portion and opens in a direction other than the downward direction below the liquid level.2. The liquid level indicator according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid introduction tube is provided with the distal end portion that opens in an upward direction below the liquid level.3. The liquid level indicator according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid introduction tube has a sloping portion for guiding air bubbles introduced to the tube interior to the liquid level calm portion by their buoyancy.4. The liquid level indicator according to claim 1 , wherein the distal end portion is provided bent with respect to the extension portion toward the inner wall side of the liquid storage portion.5. ...

CONTINUOUS ELECTRO-OPTIC FLUID LEVEL SENSOR

An electro-optic fluid level sensor includes a body having a first end portion and an oppositely disposed second end portion. A light source is disposed at the first end portion of the body. A first light detector is disposed at the second end portion of the body. A second light detector is disposed at the second end portion of the body. The second light detector is axially offset from the first light detector. 1. An electro-optic fluid level sensor comprising:a body having a first end portion and an oppositely disposed second end portion, the body defining a central bore and a central longitudinal axis;a light source disposed at the first end portion of the body;a first light detector disposed at the second end portion of the body; anda second light detector disposed at the second end portion of the body, wherein the second light detector is offset from the first light detector in a direction that is parallel to the central longitudinal axis.2. The electro-optic fluid level sensor of claim 1 , wherein the first light detector outputs a first output that is proportionate to an amount or intensity of light received at the first light detector from the light source.3. The electro-optic fluid level sensor of claim 2 , wherein the second light detector outputs a second output that is proportionate to an amount or intensity of light received at the second light detector from the light source.4. The electro-optic fluid level sensor of claim 3 , wherein the electro-optic fluid level sensor further includes a processing unit.5. The electro-optic fluid level sensor of claim 4 , wherein the processing unit is adapted to calculate a height of fluid in the central bore using a mathematical function of the offset of the first and second light detectors and the first and second outputs.6. The electro-optic fluid level sensor of claim 5 , wherein the mathematical function is linear.7. An electro-optic continuous fluid level sensor comprising:a body having a first end portion and ...

VISUAL INDICATOR AND FLUID DISPENSER

A visual indicator display device includes a bracelet, a transparent capillary chamber, and a displacement member. The transparent capillary chamber is matched to an indicia and has a primary length and a width less than the primary length. The displacement member is functionally disposed at one end of the capillary chamber and is responsive to a measureable input for moving a fluid contained therein a defined amount. 133-. (canceled)34. A visual indicator display device comprising:a bracelet adapted to be worn around an appendage of a wearer;a chamber at least partially visible to the wearer, for containing at least one fluid, the visible portion of the chamber being matched to an adjacent indicia for measuring, such fluid, the chamber having a primary length and a width. less than the primary length; anda displacement member functionally disposed at one end of the chamber which is responsive to a measurable input to move the fluid contained therein a defined amount.35. The visual indicator of wherein the primary length is a circumferential length.36. The visual indicator of wherein the width is a radial width.37. The visual indicator of claim 34 , wherein the primary length is a spline length.38. The visual indicator of claim 34 , wherein the bracelet is the chamber and the chamber is flexible.39. The visual display of wherein the displacement member is a piston located at the first end of the chamber claim 34 , the piston having a rear face and a front driving face to advance the fluids in the chamber in a first direction.40. The visual display of further comprising a first flexible reservoir containing first fluid located between the front face of the piston and the. first end of the chamber claim 39 , where the reservoir is responsive to the piston to move the fluid in the chamber.41. The device of claim 34 , wherein the displacement member activates a flexible diaphragm to move the fluid contained therein a defined amount.42. The device of claim 34 , wherein ...

DETERMINING A FILL LEVEL OF A HYDRODYNAMIC CLUTCH

A device for filling a hydrodynamic coupling with operating fluid and a method for filling a constantly filled hydrodynamic coupling during commissioning and/or for checking or setting a fill level with operating fluid. The device and the method provide the use of image recognition, by way of which an inspection window can be recognized and by way of which a position of the inspection window can be set. 113-. (canceled)14. A device for filling a hydrodynamic coupling with operating fluid , the device comprising:a mobile device having a camera for optically acquiring the hydrodynamic coupling and having image recognition for detecting an inspection window of the hydrodynamic coupling and a module for determining a position of the inspection window of the hydrodynamic coupling.15. The device according to claim 14 , wherein said mobile device comprises a gravitation sensor.16. The device according to claim 14 , further comprising a data memory for storing desired positions of the inspection window and/or fill quantities as a function of positions of the inspection window for a fill level that is visible in half the inspection window with respect to various coupling types.17. The device according to claim 14 , wherein said mobile device includes a display.18. The device according to claim 14 , wherein said mobile device includes an output device.19. The device according to claim 18 , wherein said output device is at least one device selected from the group consisting of an acoustic signalling device and an optical signalling device.20. The device according to claim 14 , wherein said mobile device comprises a data transmission device for sending and receiving electronic data.21. The device according to claim 14 , wherein the coupling is equipped with a holder for mounting said mobile device.22. A method of filling a constantly filled hydrodynamic coupling during commissioning and/or for checking or setting a fill level claim 14 , the method comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@ ...

VOLUMETRIC MEASUREMENT DEVICE

The disclosure provides a volumetric measurement device that includes of a vessel into which contents to be measured are placed. The device has a target operational range of measurement volumes. The shape of the vessel has the property that the ratio of the surface area of contents in the vessel to the volume of those contents is constant across the operational range. For any source of error in the estimation of vertical height of contents, the constant ratio of surface area to volume prevents the error from having a larger negative impact on overall measurement error as the volume being measured decreases. In other words, the vessel is just at good at measuring small volumes of contents as large volumes of contents. 1. A volumetric measuring device for measuring contents , comprising:a curved section, wherein, for each height h along an entire height of the curved section, a surface area of contents in the device at height h is in constant proportion to a volume of contents in the device.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a base; anda cylindrical section adjacent to the base.3. The device of wherein the cylindrical section has a height h claim 2 , which defines a minimum operating range of the measuring device.4. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a lip adjacent the curved section configured to prevent contents from spilling the device.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein a lower portion of the lip defines a maximum operating range of the measuring device.6. The device of claim 2 , wherein the base claim 2 , the cylindrical section claim 2 , and the curved section are radially symmetric.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the curved section comprises measurement markings.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the curved section comprises a sidewall defining an inner surface for receiving the contents claim 1 , the sidewall having a constant thickness.9. The device of claim 7 , wherein the sidewall defines an inner radius and the surface area at height h ...

Optical Impedance Modulation for Fuel Quantity Measurement

Systems and methods that use an optical impedance sensor that eliminates electricity for measuring fuel quantity in fuel tanks. The optical impedance sensor comprises two optical fibers spaced apart inside a meniscus tube, one to transmit light along its length and the other to receive light along its length. The meniscus tube minimizes the sloshing of fuel level. The fuel level in the tank modulates the optical impedance between the two optical fibers, resulting in changes in the total light received by an optical detector. Depending on fuel tank height, the optical impedance sensor may comprise different embodiments in which the detection apparatus shapes the light to be unidirectional (emitted and collected only on one side of the fiber) or omnidirectional (all directions). 1. An optical impedance sensor comprising:a tube having an internal volume;a first light guide comprising a first optical fiber and a first tube which encases said first optical fiber, wherein said first tube comprises a first jacket having a longitudinal slot and a first lens disposed in said longitudinal slot of said first jacket and optically coupled to said first optical fiber, and said first optical fiber comprises a cladding having a non-uniform surface in an area bounded by said longitudinal slot of said first jacket; anda second light guide comprising a second optical fiber spaced apart from said first optical fiber, wherein said second optical fiber comprises a cladding having a non-uniform surface in an area confronting said longitudinal slot of said first jacket.2. The optical impedance sensor as recited in claim 1 , wherein said second light guide further comprises a second tube which encases said second optical fiber claim 1 , said second tube comprising a second jacket having a longitudinal slot and a second lens disposed in said longitudinal slot of said second jacket and optically coupled to said second optical fiber claim 1 , wherein said longitudinal slots of said first and ...

Apparatuses, Systems, and Methods for Determining Fluid Levels in Objects

A fluid level determining system is for determining a fluid level of a fluid in a reservoir having an interior surface and an opposite, exterior surface. The fluid level determining system includes an emitter configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir and emit signals into the reservoir and a receiver configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir such that the receiver is oriented in the direction of the emitter. The receiver is configured to receive signals from the emitter passing out of the reservoir. The signals received by the receiver are attenuated relative to the signals emitted by the emitter into the reservoir. A controller is in communication with the receiver and configured to determine the fluid level based on the signals received by the receiver. 1. A fluid level determining system for determining a fluid level of a fluid in a reservoir having an interior surface and an opposite , exterior surface , the fluid level determining system comprising:an emitter configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir and configured to emit signals into the reservoir;a receiver configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir such that the receiver is oriented in the direction of the emitter, the receiver configured to receive signals from the emitter passing out of the reservoir and wherein the signals received by the receiver are attenuated relative to the signals emitted by the emitter into the reservoir; anda controller in communication with the receiver and configured to determine the fluid level based on the signals received by the receiver.2. The fluid level determining system according to claim 1 , wherein the signals received by the receiver are attenuated relative to the signals emitted by the emitter into the reservoir due to scattering or absorption of the signals emitted by the emitter by the fluid in the reservoir.3. The fluid level determining system ...

FLUID LEVEL VISUALIZATION SYSTEMS

A sight gauge assembly for displaying a fluid level of an object includes a first connection member comprising a tap defining a bore therethrough and a body comprising a first passageway and a second passageway such that the first passageway fluidly connects to the second passageway and the bore through an interior of the body and the second passageway to fluidly communicates with the first bore and a first accessory. The sight gauge assembly also includes a second connection member comprising a tap defining a bore therethrough and a body comprising a first passageway and a sight tube defining a hollow interior. The sight tube couples to the first connection member and the second connection member to define a first flow path. 1. A sight gauge assembly for displaying a fluid level of an object , the sight gauge assembly comprising:a first connection member comprising a tap defining a bore therethrough and configured to extend through a housing of the object, and a body comprising a first passageway and a second passageway, the first passageway fluidly connected to the second passageway and the bore through an interior of the body, the second passageway configured to fluidly communicate with the first bore and a first accessory;a second connection member comprising a tap defining a bore therethrough and configured to extend through the housing of the object, and a body comprising a first passageway fluidly connected to the bore through an interior of the body of the second connection member; anda sight tube defining a hollow interior, the sight tube couples to the first connection member and the second connection member to define a first flow path through the hollow interior of the sight tube between the bore and first passageway of the first connection member and the first passageway and bore of the second connection member.2. The sight gauge assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the first connection member further defines a third passageway and a fourth passageway ...

System and Method for Syringe Fluid Fill Verification and Image Recognition of Power Injector System Features

A fluid injection system and a fluid verification system for confirming that a syringe, containing a fluid for injection, is fully filled with fluid and neither has free space (i.e., air) near the distal end thereof when the syringe is provided in an upright position nor contains air bubbles. Imaging processing techniques and systems are also provided to determine various injection parameters and to verify the type and certain properties of fluid that is present within a syringe. 135-. (canceled)36. A fluid injection system comprising:a fluid injector;a fluid path set comprising tubing having a connector with an end;a purge container connected to the end of the connector during a purging procedure prior to an injection procedure, the purge container configured to collect the discharge of contrast media from the end of the connector when the fluid path set is purged and primed and provide an indication that the purge is acceptable based on an amount of contrast media contained therein, the purge container comprising a container body defining an interior volume and at least one feature provided on the container body, the at least one feature having a different appearance when viewed through different types of fluid contained within the container body;an image capture device positioned to capture an image of the at least one feature through a content of the container body; andat least one computing device in communication with the fluid injector and the image capture device, the at least one computing device comprising at least one processor configured to:obtain the image of the at least one feature through the fluid contained within the container body of the purge container;determine, based on the image of the at least one feature, an appearance of the at least one feature;compare the determined appearance with a template of an appearance of the at least one feature when viewed through a fluid provided for a fluid injection procedure;determine that the fluid path set ...

MEASURING DEVICE FOR DETERMINING A DIELECTRIC CONSTANT

The invention relates to a measuring device for determining the dielectric value of a medium. The measuring device is based on two waveguides, each of which has a signal gate on one end. The waveguides are, in such case, so arranged that the signal gates lie opposite one another. Formed therebetween is a sample space for the medium, such that a high frequency signal, which is in-coupled into the first waveguide, is transmitted into the second waveguide via the second signal gate after passage through the medium. Since the transmitted fraction and the reflected fraction of the high frequency signal depend strongly on the dielectric value, such can, as a result, be measured with a high sensitivity and, depending on choice of the frequency band and dimensioning of the waveguides, over a large value range. 116-. (canceled)17. A measuring device for determining a dielectric value of a medium , comprising:a signal production unit designed to produce an electrical, high frequency signal having a frequency varying within a frequency band;a first waveguide having an in-coupling element designed to couple the produced high frequency signal into the first waveguide, a first end region designed for reflecting the high frequency signal, and a first signal gate arranged lying opposite the first end region via which the high frequency signal can be out-coupled into the medium;a second waveguide having a second end region is designed for reflecting the high frequency signal, a second signal gate arranged lying opposite the second end region and arranged lying opposite the first signal gate such that the high frequency signal is in-coupleable into the second waveguide via the second signal gate after passage through the medium, and an out-coupling element designed to out-couple the high frequency signal from the second waveguide;an electrically conductive arrangement that electrically contacts the two waveguides with one another; and to receive within the frequency band a frequency- ...

MONITORING DEVICE FOR GASEOUS FUEL

Provided is a monitoring device () for gaseous fuel. The device comprises a body () formed with a reservoir () covered with an observation window (), an inflow passage () extending from an inlet port () into the reservoir, and an outflow passage () extending from an outflow port () to the reservoir. The inlet port is for connection to a gaseous fuel source and the out let port is for connection to gas conveying means () for supplying gaseous fuel from the network or container (s) to one or more gas appliances. The reservoir is partially filled with a mixture of a liquid which remains in liquid state between at least from −5° to 50° Celsius and a surfactant capable of breaking down oily substance. The liquid mixture is filled to a level above the inner end of the inflow passage. One or more baffle members () are provided in the reservoir at a position above the liquid mixture and the baffle member extends across the outflow passage. 1. A monitoring device for gaseous fuel comprising a body formed with a reservoir covered with an observation window , an inflow passage extending from an inlet port into the reservoir , and an outflow passage extending from an outflow port to the reservoir , the inlet port being for connection to receive gaseous fuel and the outlet port being for connection to gas conveying means for supplying gaseous fuel from a reticulated gaseous fuel network or one or more gaseous fuel containers to one or more gas appliances , said reservoir being partially filled with a mixture of a liquid which remains in liquid state between at least from −5° to 50° Celsius and a surfactant capable of breaking down oily substance , the liquid mixture being filled to a liquid mixture level above the inner end of the inflow passage , one or more baffle members being provided in the reservoir at a position above the liquid mixture and the baffle member extends across the outflow passage.2. (canceled)3. The device according to further including a gas volume monitor ...

STRUCTURAL UNIT FOR ARRANGEMENT AT A HYDRAULIC FLUID TANK OF A JET ENGINE

A structural unit for arrangement at a hydraulic fluid tank of a jet engine that is embodied with an outlet appliance for draining hydraulic fluid. When the structural unit is arranged at a hydraulic fluid tank, the outlet appliance has an outlet opening that is facing towards the hydraulic fluid tank. The structural unit is further embodied with at least one measuring appliance, by means of which a filling level of a hydraulic fluid that is present inside the hydraulic fluid tank can be determined when the structural unit is arranged at a hydraulic fluid tank. A fixture appliance is provided for fixedly attaching the structural unit at a hydraulic fluid tank. 1. A structural unit for arrangement at a hydraulic fluid tank of a jet engine with an outlet appliance for draining hydraulic fluid , wherein , when the structural unit is arranged at the hydraulic fluid tank , the outlet appliance has an outlet opening that is facing towards the hydraulic fluid tank , and with at least one measuring appliance by means of which a filling level of a hydraulic fluid that is present inside the hydraulic fluid tank can be determined when the structural unit is arranged at a hydraulic fluid tank , and wherein a fixture appliance is provided for fixedly attaching the structural unit at a hydraulic fluid tank.2. The structural unit according to claim 1 , wherein at least one intake appliance is provided claim 1 , via which hydraulic fluid can be supplied to the hydraulic fluid tank when the structural unit is arranged at a hydraulic fluid tank.3. The structural unit according to claim 2 , wherein in intake valve appliance is provided claim 2 , wherein hydraulic fluid can be supplied to the hydraulic fluid tank via the intake appliance in the opened operational state of the intake valve appliance.4. The structural unit according to claim 3 , wherein the intake valve appliance has a spring appliance that applies a spring force to the intake valve appliance in the direction of a closed ...

FUEL SURFACE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT

A method of measuring a height of a fuel surface of fuel in an aircraft fuel tank. One or more images of the fuel surface are captured, each image including a fuel surface line where the fuel surface meets a structure. Each image is analysed in order to determine a height of the fuel surface line at three or more points in the image. If the fuel surface line is not a straight line, then an average angle of the fuel surface line can be determined from the points in the image by spatial averaging. Preferably a series of images of the fuel surface are captured over a time period, and an average height of the fuel surface is determined from the series of images by time averaging. The height of the fuel surface line(s) at three or more points is used to determine a volume of the fuel, a mass of the fuel, and/or an attitude of the fuel surface. 1. A method of measuring a height of a fuel surface in an aircraft fuel tank , the method comprising: capturing one or more images of the fuel surface , each image including a fuel surface line where the fuel surface meets a structure; and analysing each image in order to determine a height of the fuel surface line at three or more points in the image , wherein at least one of the fuel surface lines is not straight , and an average angle of that fuel surface line is determined from the points in the image by spatial averaging.2. The method of wherein each image is analysed by determining a height of the fuel surface line at ten or more points in the image.3. The method of wherein the method comprises capturing a series of two or more images of the fuel surface over a time period claim 1 , and determining an average height of the fuel surface from the series of images by time averaging.4. The method of wherein the time period is greater than one minute.5. The method of wherein the time period is less than ten seconds.6. The method of further comprising using the height of the fuel surface line(s) at three or more points to determine ...

MEASURING CUP

A measuring cup may have volumetric indicia printed along upper and lower surfaces of a reference member disposed near a central portion of a space encircled by a sidewall of the measuring cup. The volumetric indicia may be viewable from above the measuring cup while the cup is disposed on a horizontal countertop or work surface. When inverted, the volumetric indicia printed along a lower surface of the reference member may likewise be viewable from above. In essence, the measuring cup contains two receptacles for measuring volumes of substances. One receptacle is accessible from a “top” of the measuring cup, while another receptacle is accessible from a “bottom” of the measuring cup. The reference member eliminates the need to raise the measuring cup to eye level to check the volume of substance. 1. A measuring cup comprising:a sidewall that is generally vertical and encircles a space, the sidewall having an upper periphery and a lower periphery;a handle extending from the sidewall;a spout disposed along the upper periphery of the sidewall;a reference member disposed substantially in a central portion of the space formed by the sidewall, the reference member having volumetric indicia that are at least partially upwards-facing; anda receptacle capable of receiving a substance, the receptacle formed by a portion of the space between the reference member and the sidewall, wherein the volumetric indicia of the reference member indicate a volume of the substance deposited in the receptacle.2. The measuring cup of claim 1 , wherein an outer periphery of the reference member is affixed to the sidewall.3. The measuring cup of claim 1 , further comprising a second receptacle capable of receiving a substance claim 1 , the second receptacle being different than the receptacle formed by the portion of the space around the reference member claim 1 , wherein the second receptacle is accessible through the lower periphery of the sidewall.4. The measuring cup of claim 3 , further ...

NESTED MEASURING CUPS

A measuring cup may have volumetric indicia printed along upper and lower surfaces of a reference member or centerpiece disposed near a central portion of a space encircled by a sidewall of the measuring cup. The volumetric indicia may be viewable from above the measuring cup while the cup is disposed on a horizontal countertop or work surface. When inverted, the volumetric indicia printed along a lower surface of the reference member may likewise be viewable from above. In essence, the measuring cup contains first and second receptacles for measuring volumes of substances. The first receptacle is accessible from a “top” of the measuring cup, while the second receptacle is accessible from a “bottom” of the measuring cup. The measuring cup may also include additional measuring receptacles that are removably retained in the second receptacle accessible through the bottom of the measuring cup. 1. A measuring cup comprising:a sidewall that is generally vertical and encircles a space, the sidewall having an upper periphery and a lower periphery;a handle extending from the sidewall;a spout disposed along the upper periphery of the sidewall;a centerpiece disposed substantially in a central portion of the space formed by the sidewall;a receptacle capable of receiving a substance, the receptacle formed by a portion of the space between the centerpiece and the sidewall; anda nested measuring insert that is removably retained beneath the centerpiece,wherein at least one of the centerpiece or the nested measuring insert include volumetric indicia.2. A measuring cup of wherein the nested measuring insert comprises a tab claim 1 , wherein the measuring cup further comprises a recess in the lower periphery of the sidewall claim 1 , the recess capable of receiving the tab of the nested measuring insert so that a remainder of the lower periphery sits flush with a flat supporting surface.3. A measuring cup of wherein the recess retains the tab of the nested measuring insert and the ...

Orbit Baby Bottle Measurement

The Orbit Baby Bottle Measurement comprises a diagonal measurement of the liquid within a feeding apparatus while said apparatus is in an angled position. Upon the feeding apparatus being diagonal, angled, or otherwise tilted, the volume measurement markings on the bottle align with the liquid therein, to provide accurate measurement of the remaining contents without the bottle needing to be in the upright position. 1. A container comprised of any material , that is used to hold or administer various contents , wherein the improvement comprises direct visual confirmation of the remaining contents within the container while the container itself is diagonal , angled , or otherwise tilted.2. A container according to claim 1 , further comprised of glass claim 1 , plastic claim 1 , metal claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , that is used to hold or administer various contents claim 1 , wherein the improvement comprises direct visual confirmation of the remaining contents within the container while the container itself is diagonal claim 1 , angled claim 1 , or otherwise tilted.3. A container comprised of any material claim 1 , that is used to hold or administer liquid claim 1 , wherein the improvement comprises direct visual confirmation of the remaining liquid within the container while the container itself is diagonal claim 1 , angled claim 1 , or otherwise tilted.4. A container according to claim 3 , further comprised of glass claim 3 , plastic claim 3 , metal claim 3 , or a combination thereof claim 3 , that is used to hold or administer liquid claim 3 , wherein the improvement comprises direct visual confirmation of the remaining liquid within the container while the container itself is diagonal claim 3 , angled claim 3 , or otherwise tilted.5. A drinking apparatus comprised of any material claim 3 , that is used to hold or administer liquid claim 3 , wherein the improvement comprises direct visual confirmation of the remaining liquid within the container ...

Visual indicator and fluid dispenser

A visual indicator display device includes a bracelet, a transparent capillary chamber, and a displacement member. The transparent capillary chamber is matched to an indicia and has a primary length and a width less than the primary length. The displacement member is functionally disposed at one end of the capillary chamber and is responsive to a measureable input for moving a fluid contained therein a defined amount.

Optical Level Sensor for Wash Aid Removable Container

A liquid level sensing system provides a removable reservoir incorporating a reflective surface that can be interrogated by a stationary optical sensor in a receptacle receiving the removable reservoir. The optical sensor may detect the presence of the liquid within the reservoir without connection to the reservoir simplifying the process of making the reservoir removable while still allowing sensing of its contents. By aligning the optical axis with the insertion axis of the reservoir sensitive optical alignment problems are minimized. 1. A liquid level sensing system for an appliance comprising:a liquid reservoir having a volume adapted to hold a liquid and including a liquid port;a reservoir receptacle adapted to releasably receive the liquid reservoir and to communicate liquid between the appliance and the reservoir through the liquid port when the liquid reservoir is received within the reservoir receptacle along an axis;wherein the liquid reservoir further includes a window receiving light along the axis and reflecting light from an interior surface of the window adapted to contact liquid; andwherein the reservoir receptacle further includes an optical sensor assembly affixed with respect to the reservoir receptacle to transmit light along the axis into the window and to receive and measure light reflected along the axis from the window.2. The liquid level sensing system of wherein the window is injection molded thermoplastic.3. The liquid level sensing system of wherein the interior surface is in a form of triangular prism having first and second adjacent faces forming the interior surface and projecting into the volume and wherein the transmitted light and received light pass perpendicularly through a third face of the triangular prism provided by an outer wall of the receptacle.4. The liquid level sensing system of wherein the third face includes a cavity claim 3 , formed in the third face extending into a volume of the triangular prism.5. The liquid level ...

AEROSOL-GENERATING SYSTEM WITH PAIRS OF ELECTRODES

An aerosol-generating system includes a liquid storage for holding a liquid aerosol-forming substrate, a first pair of electrodes, a second pair of electrodes and a control system. The liquid storage includes a first portion in fluid communication with a second portion. The first pair of electrodes is adjacent to or in the first portion of the liquid storage. The second pair of electrodes is adjacent to or in the second portion of the liquid storage portion. The control system is configured to measure an electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes, measure an electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes, and determine the orientation of the liquid storage portion based on the electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and the electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes. 1. An aerosol-generating system comprising:a liquid storage configured to hold a liquid aerosol-forming substrate, the liquid storage including a first portion in fluid communication with a second portion;a first pair of electrodes adjacent to or in the first portion of the liquid storage;a second pair of electrodes adjacent to or in the second portion of the liquid storage; anda control system configured to,determine an orientation of the liquid storage without a tilt sensor based on a first electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and a second electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes.2. The aerosol-generating system of claim 1 , wherein the control system is configured to determine the orientation of the liquid storage based on a comparison between the first electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and the second electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes.3. The aerosol-generating system of claim 1 , wherein the control system is further configured to determine an amount of the liquid aerosol-forming substrate held in the liquid storage based on the first electrical quantity between ...

SELF-ALIGNMENT FILLING LEVEL DETECTING DEVICE

A self-alignment filling level detecting device has a reflector and a sensor detachable from each other. The sensor has a light emitter, a light sensor, and a controller. The light sensor receives different light intensities when the reflector is assembled to the sensor and when the reflector is not assembled to the sensor. Thus, the controller determines whether the reflector has been accurately engaged and aligned with the sensor or not based on sensing results of the light sensor. Since the reflector and the sensor are detachable from each other, either the reflector or the sensor can be replaced individually if any one of them malfunctions. 1. A self-alignment filling level sensing device comprising: a tubular body having a first end and a second end;', 'a reflection head mounted on the first end of the tubular body and having a V-shaped cross section with two opposite reflection faces; and', 'a connecting portion formed at the second end of the tubular body;, 'a reflector comprising a body being hollow and having a first end, a second end opposite to the first end, and an opening formed at the first end;', 'a linking tube protruding from the second end of the body and mounted in the reflector;', 'a screwing sleeve mounted around the linking tube and detachably engaged with the connecting portion;', 'a circuit board mounted in the body of the sensor and having a light emitter, a light sensor and a controller; and', 'a light isolator movably mounted in the linking tube;, 'a sensor comprisingwherein the controller determines whether the reflector has been accurately engaged with the sensor according to light intensity received by the light sensor.2. The self-alignment filling level sensing device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the light isolator is a partition plate claim 1 , is axially mounted in the linking tube and has a through hole formed through the light isolator; andthe light isolator is movably configured at a predetermined position in the linking tube ...

MICA WATER LEVEL GAUGE GLASS

A mica water level gauge glass includes a steam tee fitting, a balance pipe, a water tee fitting, a steam connecting pipe, a water connecting pipe, a condensation tank, a longitudinal vertical gauge body, and a mica assembly. The gauge body includes a thermal compensation cavity, a steam-water cavity, an auxiliary heat confluence device, and a horizontal steam cavity. The exit points of the thermal compensation cavity arranged in the gauge body is lower than the point of the steam-water cavity exiting from the gauge body. 1. A mica water level gauge glass for connecting to a boiler drum through a steam sampling pipe and a water sampling pipe , the mica water level gauge glass comprising:a steam tee fitting having an inlet, an outlet and a branch, the inlet of the steam tee fitting in communication with the steam sampling pipe;a water tee fitting having an inlet, an outlet and a branch, the inlet of the water tee fitting in communication with the water sampling pipe;a balance pipe connecting the branch of the steam tee fitting and the branch of the water tee fitting;a steam connecting pipe having a first end and a second end, the first end of the steam connecting pipe connected to the outlet of the steam tee fitting;a water connecting pipe having a first end and a second end, the first end of the water connecting pipe connected to the outlet of the water tee fitting; a top;', 'a bottom;', 'a central vertical axis;', 'a thermal compensation cavity having a first end near the top and a second end exiting the gauge body at a first height near the bottom;', 'a steam-water cavity having a first end near the top and a second end exiting the gauge body at a second height near the bottom and connected to the second end of the water connecting pipe, the second height being higher than the first height; and', 'a horizontal steam side cavity in communication with the second end of the steam connecting pipe, the first end of the thermal compensation cavity and the first end of ...

ELECTRO-OPTIC LIQUID SENSOR ENABLING IN-LIQUID TESTING

An electro-optic liquid sensor may include a light source, a light detector, a prism, and a reflective optical member. The optical member may be arranged to reflect light emitted by the light source to the light detector when a liquid is disposed between the light source and the optical member. The electro-optic sensor may enable assessment of its operational state in the presence of liquid, thus improving on known electro-optic liquid sensors. A method of operating a sensor to assess the presence of liquid is disclosed. 1. A method of operating a sensor to assess the presence of liquid , the method comprising:driving first light with a light source of the sensor at a first intensity;receiving reflected first light with a light detector of the sensor;comparing an amount or intensity of first light received to a first threshold;driving second light with the light source at a second intensity;receiving reflected second light with the light detector;comparing an amount or intensity of second light received to a second threshold; andconcluding whether liquid is present between the light source and the light sensor and whether the sensor is functioning properly according to the result of the comparing steps.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the intensity of the second light is equal to the intensity of the first light.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the intensity of the second light is selected according to a result of comparing an amount or intensity of first light received to a first threshold.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the intensity of the second light is greater than the intensity of the first light.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the intensity of second light is high enough to propagate through an expected liquid.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein concluding comprises concluding that the sensor is not functioning properly if the amount or intensity of received second light is not greater than the second threshold and concluding that liquid is present ...

AEROSOL-GENERATING SYSTEM WITH PAIRS OF ELECTRODES

An aerosol-generating system includes a liquid storage for holding a liquid aerosol-forming substrate, a first pair of electrodes, a second pair of electrodes and a control system. The liquid storage includes a first portion in fluid communication with a second portion. The first pair of electrodes is adjacent to or in the first portion of the liquid storage. The second pair of electrodes is adjacent to or in the second portion of the liquid storage portion. The control system is configured to measure an electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes, measure an electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes, and determine the orientation of the liquid storage portion based on the electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and the electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes. 1. An aerosol-generating system comprising:a liquid storage configured to hold a liquid aerosol-forming substrate, the liquid storage including a first portion in fluid communication with a second portion;a first pair of electrodes adjacent to, or in the first portion of, the liquid storage;a second pair of electrodes adjacent to, or in the second portion of, the liquid storage; and measure an electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes,', 'measure an electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes, and', 'determine an orientation of the liquid storage based on the electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and the electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes., 'a control system configured to,'}2. The aerosol-generating system of claim 1 , wherein the control system is configured to determine the orientation of the liquid storage based on a comparison between the electrical quantity between the first pair of electrodes and the electrical quantity between the second pair of electrodes.3. The aerosol-generating system of claim 1 , wherein the control system is further configured to determine an ...

Measuring apparatus - all in one measuring components embedded in one structure

Embodiments of the invention include an all-in-one measuring tool. The measuring tool has multiple measuring components embedded into a structure of any shape or size. The measuring components are positioned at various locations along the surface of the structure. Each measuring component is unique and can hold an amount of liquid or ingredient that is identified by a particular measurement. The measuring components can respectively include handles to enable a user to hold the measuring components. 1. An apparatus for measuring liquids or ingredients of various sizes , comprising:a structure comprising a plurality of recessed cavities, wherein each recessed cavity has a unique size relative to other recessed cavities in the structure, and wherein each recessed cavity holds an amount equivalent to a particular volume measurement; andthe plurality of recessed cavities is dispersed uniformly about the structure.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the structure stays in a stationary position where a recessed cavity touches a surface and acts as a support to keep the structure in the stationary position.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the structure has a shape selected from a group consisting of a baseball claim 1 , a soccer ball claim 1 , a basketball claim 1 , and a football.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a type of measurement is indicated in a recessed cavity.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the recessed cavity is removable from the structure.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the recessed cavity has a shape of a measuring cup or a measuring spoon.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein an interior of the structure is hollow and can store an item.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the structure has a shape that is substantially spherical.9. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the type of measurement is a metric unit.10. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the type of measurement is a United States (U.S.) customary unit.11. An apparatus ...

SPRAY GUN CUPS, RECEPTACLES, AND METHODS OF USE

A spray gun cup receptacle is disclosed comprising an open end for receiving a liner within a cavity and a base end opposite the open end. The base end is positionable with respect to a work surface with the open end facing upwards such that a base plane passing through the base end is parallel to the work surface. A sidewall surrounds the cavity and connects the open end to the base end. The sidewall comprises two apertures through which the cavity is visible from outside the spray gun cup receptacle. The two apertures are divided one above the other by a brace member, at least a portion of which is disposed at a brace member angle α relative to the base plane. 1. A spray gun cup receptacle comprisingan open end for receiving a liner within a cavity;a base end opposite the open end, the base end being positionable with respect to a work surface W with the open end facing upwards such that a base plane passing through the base end is parallel to the work surface;a sidewall surrounding the cavity and connecting the open end to the base end, the sidewall comprising two apertures through which the cavity is visible from outside the spray gun cup receptacle, the two apertures being divided one above the other by a brace member, at least a portion of which is disposed at a brace member angle α relative to the base plane.2. The spray gun cup receptacle of wherein the brace member angle α is sufficient to render the cavity visible through at least one of the two apertures at any vertical position within the cavity.3. The spray gun cup receptacle of wherein the brace member defines a brace member trajectory T about the cavity claim 1 , the brace member trajectory comprising a non-circular ellipse.4. The spray gun cup receptacle of wherein the brace member angle α is at least 2 degrees.5. The spray gun cup receptacle of wherein the brace member angle α is less than or equal to 30 degrees.6. The spray gun cup receptacle of wherein the open end comprises receptacle connection ...

MEASURING APPARATUS SYSTEM AND METHOD

Disclosed are a method, device and system for determining a flow rate of an excretion stream within an excretion collection assembly. According to some embodiments of the present invention, one of the constituent elements of the collection assembly includes a sensing module which includes an electrical and/or electromechanical component. 1. A system for estimating a rate of urine produced by kidneys and flowing into a bladder based on measurement of an excretion stream within an excretion collection assembly including a catheter , said system comprising:communication circuits to receive urine flow indicative signals produced by one or more measuring devices functionally associated with a catheter and measuring urine flow out of the bladder; andestimation circuitry to estimate a urine flow from the kidneys into the bladder based on the received urine flow indicative signals.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said estimation circuitry is integral with said measuring device.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said estimation circuitry is integral with a display.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said estimation circuitry is integral with a receiving device.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said estimation circuitry is a digital filter.6. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said estimation circuitry is an analog filter.7. A method of estimating a rate of urine produced by kidneys and flowing into a bladder based on measurement of an excretion stream within an excretion collection assembly including a catheter claim 1 , said method comprising:receiving urine flow indicative signals produced by one or more measuring devices functionally associated with a catheter and measuring urine flow out of the bladder; andestimating a urine flow from the kidneys into the bladder based on the received urine flow indicative signals.8. The method according to claim 7 , wherein said estimation is performed by circuitry integral with a ...

VISUAL INDICATOR

A visual indicator for denoting a fluid level in a throat portion of a waterless urinal cartridge is presented. The visual indicator comprises a fluid level indicator disposed in the throat portion of the cartridge. As material buildup occurs inside the cartridge, a corresponding rise in the fluid level in the throat of the cartridge may be seen relative to the indicator, indicating when the cartridge will need replacement. The visual indicator may comprise markings that indicate the level of fluid within the throat portion, reactive materials, or an electronic reader. The fluid level indicator may also be made visible by ultraviolet radiation. 1. A visual indicator for denoting a fluid level in a throat portion of a waterless urinal cartridge comprising a fluid level indicator disposed in the throat portion of the cartridge whereby as material buildup occurs inside the cartridge , a corresponding rise in the fluid level in the throat of the cartridge may be seen relative to the indicator.2. A visual indicator as set forth in claim 1 , where the visual indicator is selected from a group consisting of markings that indicate the level of the fluid within the throat portion claim 1 , inserts that indicate the level of the fluid within the throat portion claim 1 , a reactive material that changes color in response to continual contact with fluid at a predetermined level within the throat portion claim 1 , and an inductive electronic reader resting outside the cartridge that measures a resting fluid level of the cartridge.3. A visual indicator as set forth in claim 2 , where the fluid level indicator is made visible by ultraviolet radiation.4. A visual indicator as set forth in claim 1 , where the fluid level indicator indicates when the cartridge needs replacement.5. A visual indicator as set forth in claim 2 , where the fluid level indicator indicates when the cartridge needs replacement.6. A visual indicator as set forth in claim 3 , where the fluid level indicator ...

ELECTRO-OPTIC LIQUID SENSOR ENABLING IN-LIQUID TESTING

An electro-optic liquid sensor may include a light source, an light detector, a prism, and a reflective optical member. The optical member may be arranged to reflect light emitted by the light source to the light detector when a liquid is disposed between the light source and the optical member. The electro-optic sensor may enable assessment of its operational state in the presence of liquid, thus improving on known electro-optic liquid sensors. 1. A sensor , comprising:a light source;a light detector;a prism; anda reflective optical member,wherein the reflective optical member is arranged to reflect light emitted by the light source to the light detector when a liquid is disposed between the light source and the optical member.2. The sensor of claim 1 , wherein the light source is configured to emit light in the infrared or near-infrared portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.3. The sensor of claim 1 , wherein the prism is arranged so as to reflect light emitted by the light source to the light detector when liquid is not present between the light source and the optical member.4. The sensor of claim 1 , wherein the prism is disposed between the light source and the optical member.5. The sensor of claim 4 , wherein the prism is disposed between the optical member and the light detector.6. The sensor of claim 4 , including a gap between the prism and the optical member claim 4 , the gap configured to receive the liquid.7. The sensor of claim 6 , wherein the gap is an inch or less.8. The sensor of claim 1 , including a housing claim 1 , wherein the light source claim 1 , the light detector claim 1 , the prism claim 1 , and the optical member are disposed within the housing.9. The sensor of claim 8 , wherein the housing comprises two or more ports configured to admit the liquid into the housing.10. A method of operating a sensor to assess the presence of liquid claim 8 , the method comprising:driving first light with a light source of the sensor at a first intensity; ...

HYDRATION SLEEVE AND BLADDER AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A hydration sleeve can include: a band of sleeve material shaped and dimensioned to fit around a user's limb; a bladder pocket connected to the band of sleeve material; an opening extending into the bladder pocket to permit insertion of a hydration bladder into the bladder pocket; and a mouthpiece port extending through the band of sleeve material. Other embodiments and features, including single-use hydration bladders and garments incorporating hydration sleeves are described. 1. A hydration sleeve , comprising:a band of sleeve material shaped and dimensioned to fit around a user's limb;a bladder pocket connected to the band of sleeve material;an opening extending into the bladder pocket to permit insertion of a hydration bladder into the bladder pocket; anda mouthpiece port extending through the band of sleeve material.2. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising a bladder located in the bladder pocket.3. The hydration sleeve of claim 2 , wherein the bladder includes a mouthpiece that extends through the mouthpiece port.4. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising a closure adapted to close the opening extending through the band of sleeve material.5. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the bladder pocket includes a layer of insulating material.6. The hydration sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising:a hydration sensor located on the hydration sleeve; anda monitor indicated to alert the user of a hydration level of the user.7. The hydration sleeve of claim 6 , further comprising a fill gauge adapted to indicate an amount of contents in the bladder.8. The hydration sleeve of claim 7 , wherein the fill gauge comprises at least one of an electronic gauge or a visual indicator.9. A wearable hydration device claim 7 , comprising:a sleeve having an interior and an exterior surface;a strap having a first portion and a second portion, the strap being configured to surround at least a portion of the exterior surface of the sleeve; anda bladder ...

MEASURING CUP

A measuring cup includes a floor and sidewalls to define an internal volume. The floor is inclined to enable increasing volumes from a lowest point on the floor to the highest point on the floor. A first set of volumetric markings is positioned on the floor for measuring small volumes, and a second set of volumetric markings is positioned on the sidewall for measuring relatively larger volumes. 1. A measuring cup , comprising:a floor and a sidewall extending upward from the floor and terminating in a rim to define an interior space;the floor being inclined from a first end toward a second end;a first set of volumetric markings positioned on the sidewall and configured to indicate a volume of liquid contained within the interior space, at least one of the markings within the first set of volumetric markings corresponding to a volume above the second end of the floor; anda second set of volumetric markings positioned on the floor and configured to indicate a volume of liquid having a lowest point of the liquid at the first end of the floor and a highest point of the liquid at a location being at or below the second end of the floor.2. The measuring cup of claim 1 , wherein the second set of volumetric markings comprises a second largest volume indicator claim 1 , a second smallest volume indicator claim 1 , and an intermediate volume indicator mid-way between the second largest volume indicator and the second smallest volume indicator claim 1 , and further wherein the first set of volumetric markings includes a first largest volume indicator and a first smallest volume indicator claim 1 , the first smallest volume indicator being larger than the intermediate volume indicator.3. The measuring cup of claim 2 , wherein the first smallest volume indicator is greater than or equal to the second largest volume indicator.4. The measuring cup of claim 3 , wherein the first smallest volume indicator is greater than the second largest volume indicator.5. The measuring cup of ...

VESSEL FLUID MEASUREMENT ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Fluid measurement assemblies and related methods for measuring a fluid level within a vessel. In some embodiments, the assembly may comprise a container or housing for housing a non-contact fluid measurement device. The container may further comprise a fitting configured for coupling the non-contact fluid measurement device with a port of a vessel, such as a tanker car holding oil or another fossil fuel. The container may be configured to expose part of the assembly, such as a window, to an opening in a port to allow for sending a beam into the vessel for measuring a fluid level of the liquid or other fluid within the vessel. 1. A fluid measurement assembly for measuring a fluid level within a vessel , comprising:a container comprising at least one window;a non-contact fluid measurement device positioned within the container; anda fitting configured for coupling the non-contact fluid measurement device with a port of a vessel, wherein at least one of the fitting and the container is configured to seal the non-contact fluid measurement device with respect to the port of the vessel to at least substantially prevent gases within the vessel from contacting the non-contact fluid measurement device, and wherein the fluid measurement assembly is configured to expose the at least one window to an interior of the vessel after coupling the non-contact fluid measurement device with the port to allow the non-contact fluid measurement device to measure a fluid level within the vessel.2. The fluid measurement assembly of claim 1 , wherein the fluid measurement assembly is configured to expose the at least one window to an interior of the vessel after coupling the non-contact fluid measurement device with the port by exposing the at least one window to a valve claim 1 , and wherein claim 1 , upon opening the valve claim 1 , the at least one window is exposed to the interior of the vessel to allow the non-contact fluid measurement device to measure a fluid level within the vessel.3 ...

Fluid level gauge or reservoir with built-in light source

An improved fluid level verification apparatus with an integral, internal source of illumination that is powered by an integral, internal energy source and is activated by a motion sensor or any other sensor commonly known in the art to detect the presence of a person in dark or dimly lit environments. The preferred light source is a light emitting diode (LED). A second embodiment of the integral, internal source of illumination that is powered by an integral, internal energy source and is activated by a motion sensor or any other sensor commonly known in the art to detect the presence of a person in dark or dimly lit environments is applied to a fluid reservoir tank.

LIQUID LEVEL DETECTION DEVICE

A liquid level detection device capable of accurately detecting an interface inside a container has an irradiation unit which irradiates a side surface of a sample container containing a sample having layers with light. A light receiving unit receives transmitted light from the sample container and an analysis unit acquires the interfaces between the layers from the received amount of the transmitted light. The sample container is moved vertically relative to the irradiation unit and the light receiving unit by a first drive and is moved in the circumferential direction relative to the irradiation unit and the light receiving unit by a second drive. The second drive is controlled so that the light receiving unit receives the transmitted light at first and second irradiation angles, and the interfaces between the layers are acquired on the basis of the received amounts of transmitted light at the first and second irradiation angles. 110-. (canceled)11. A liquid level detection device comprising:an irradiation unit configured to irradiate a side surface of a sample container containing a sample having layers with light;a light receiving unit configured to receive transmitted light that is the light emitted from the irradiation unit and passing through the sample container;an analysis unit configured to acquire an interface between the layers of the sample contained in the sample container based on received amounts of the transmitted light received by the light receiving unit;a first drive unit configured to move the sample container in a vertical direction relative to the irradiation unit and the light receiving unit;a second drive unit configured to move the sample container in a circumferential direction of the sample container relative to the irradiation unit and the light receiving unit; anda control unit configured to control the first drive unit and the second drive unit, whereinthe control unit controls the second drive unit, so that the irradiation unit ...

SIGHT GLASS

A sight glass for observation of industrial applications using a non-glass lens. 1. A sight glass comprising:a window with a first surface, a window mating surface, and a second surface opposing the first surface; and wherein the window is a non-glass material;', 'wherein the window allows light to be transmitted through it; and', 'wherein the frame and the window are constructed and arranged so that the window mating surface and the frame mating surface together create a secured configuration of the sight glass., 'a frame of one-piece construction with a frame mating surface;'}2. The sight glass of wherein the window is a polymer.3. The sight glass of further comprising:a frame groove; anda window shaped region;wherein the frame groove is cut or formed in the frame mating surface; andwherein the window shaped region is constructed and arranged to mate with the frame groove.4. The sight glass of further comprising:a frame slot; anda window rim;wherein the frame slot is cut or formed in the frame mating surface; andwherein the window rim is constructed and arranged to mate with the frame slot.5. The sight glass of wherein the window covers the frame so that the window is the only portion of the sight glass that is exposed to a process being viewed.6. The sight glass of wherein the window is made with a material that filters the transmission of selected light frequencies.7. The sight glass of wherein the window is made of a colored material.8. The sight glass of further comprising a gasket wherein the gasket secures a portion of the first surface of the window to help maintain a sealed configuration.9. The sight glass of wherein the frame mating surface is generally conical and the window mating surface is constructed and arranged to mate with the frame mating surface.10. The sight glass of wherein the frame is made from a non-metallic material.11. The sight glass of further comprising a threaded extension constructed and arranged for attachment to a mating threaded ...

Bin level indicator

A material storage bin has an upright wall supporting a plurality of vertically spaced indicators providing a person with visual information regarding the level of the material in the bin. The indicators have contrasting visual colors as bright yellow and dark black surfaces that are selectively displayed to provide a person with information of the level of material in the bin. An actuator located in the bin cooperates with a motion transmission apparatus to move visual members to an ON position displaying the bright color when the material engages the actuator and to an OFF position when the actuator is free of material in the bin.

SIGHT GLASS ASSEMBLY

The present invention relates to a sight glass assembly. The sight glass assembly includes a cover holding member that has an opening, sidewall, endwall. Positioned within the cover holding member is an O-ring and a glass or lens. The cover holding member is positioned against a farrel and a clamp is positioned around the farrel and the cover holding member and clamped to form a seal. 1. A sight glass assembly comprising:a cover holding member having an opening, a sidewall, and an end wall;an O-ring positioned within the cover holding member adjacent the end wall;a glass positioned within the cover holding member adjacent the O-ring;a farrel positioned against the cover holding member; anda clamp positioned around the farrel and the cover holding member, wherein the clamp forms a seal.2. The sight assembly of further comprising the sidewall having a section that tapers outwardly to an end.3. The sight assembly of further comprising the farrel having a hollow shaft that tapers outwardly to an end.4. The sight assembly of further comprising the farrel having a hollow shaft having a section that tapers outwardly to an end and the sidewall having a section that tapers outwardly claim 1 , wherein the clamp is positioned around the end of the hollow shaft and the end of the sidewall.5. The sight assembly of wherein the when the clamp is closed the end of the hollow shaft and the sidewall are squeezed together to form the seal.6. The sight assembly of wherein the sidewall is of sufficient depth to receive the glass and the O-ring.7. The sight glass assembly of further comprising the farrel having a hollow shaft that fits over an opening in a tank.8. The sight assembly of wherein the O-ring engages the end wall and the glass engages the O-ring.9. The sight assembly of further comprising the farrel having a tapered section and a groove within the tapered section.10. The sight assembly of further comprising a gasket received within the groove.11. The sight assembly of wherein ...

DEVICE FOR INDICATING AND/OR CHECKING FLUIDS

The invention relates to a device for the display and/or control of fluids, comprising at least one fluid connection (), which opens out into a riser pipe (), which is at least partially surrounded by a frame (), in the front wall () of which there is a recess (), which releases a viewing area () for monitoring the fluid level in the riser pipe (), characterised in that a cover is provided which can be mounted on the recess () so as to be removable and forms a protection window () protecting the riser pipe () from outside against mechanical influences in the viewing area (). 130322864042404224. A device for indicating and/or checking fluids , having at least one fluid port ( , ) , which opens out into a riser pipe () , which is at least partially surrounded by a frame () , in the front wall () of which a recess () is arranged , which exposes a viewing area () for observing the fluid level in the riser pipe () , characterized in that a cover is provided , which can be detachably attached to the recess () and forms a protection window () protecting the riser pipe () in the viewing area () against mechanical effects from the outside.2422. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the protection window () is formed from a material permitting the view on the riser pipe ().342. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the protection window () is formed in one piece from a transparent claim 1 , UV-resistant plastic material claim 1 , such as PA.4424068. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the protection window () is formed by a flat plate claim 1 , the outline of which is adapted to the outline of the recess () in the front wall () of the frame ().58428. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the frame () is formed by a metal profile strip having a mainly U-shaped cross-section and that the thickness of the plate of the protection window () corresponds to at least the wall thickness of the profile strip of ...

Oil Sight Glass

The present disclosure relates, in one embodiment, to an oil sight apparatus. The oil sight may include a sight body with a chamber defined in the sight body. The chamber may include a top, a bottom, and a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom. A separator may be located in the chamber. The separator may be configured to sink in oil and to float in water such that the separator may rest at an oil-water separation line in the chamber. 1. A sight glass comprising:a top;a bottom;a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom;a chamber defined by an inner surface of the top, an inner surface of the bottom, and an inner surface of the sidewall; andwherein the top includes a first opening defined therein, the bottom includes a second opening defined therein, and the inner surface of the bottom includes a curved surface.2. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein the first opening has a different diameter than the second opening.3. The sight glass of further comprising a magnet integrated into the bottom.4. The sight glass of further comprising a drain valve integrated with the second opening.5. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein the drain valve is made of metal.6. The sight glass of claim 4 , wherein the drain valve includes a magnet.7. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein the sidewall is made of a polymer.8. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein the sidewall is cylindrical.9. The sight glass of claim 1 , wherein the second opening is located at an apex of the curved surface of the bottom.10. The sight glass of further comprising an outer surface with a hexagonal shape around the first opening.11. The sight glass of further comprising an outer surface with a hexagonal shape around the second opening.12. A sight glass comprising:a top;a bottom;a sidewall spanning from the top to the bottom;a chamber defined by an inner surface of the top, an inner surface of the bottom, and an inner surface of the sidewall;wherein the top includes a first opening defined therein, the ...

Flow Sensor Gauge

Flow sensors are provided that can monitor flow conditions. The flow sensor includes a gauge that provides a first level of information about flow through the sensor, and an indicator associated with the gauge that can provided a second level of information about flow through the sensor. The indicator might be in the form of a dial that can rotate about the gauge and might include a locked position for monitoring flow and an unlocked position to rotate the dial about the gauge to reposition the dial. A twisted shaft with varying twist rate is provided to convert linear motion to rotational motion for the gauge. 1. A flow sensor comprising:a body;a gauge associated with the body, the gauge including first fluid characteristic indicia and an indicator that moves relative to the first fluid characteristic indicia to indicate a current fluid characteristic; anda second fluid characteristic indicator associated with the gauge to provide further information based on the first fluid characteristic indicia and a current fluid characteristic and being moveable relative to the first fluid characteristic indicia upon disengagement of a lock intermediate the second fluid characteristic indicator and the body.2. The flow sensor of wherein the second fluid characteristic indicator includes flow condition indicia.3. The flow sensor of wherein the second fluid characteristic indicator includes a dial rotatable about the gauge.4. The flow sensor of further wherein the second fluid characteristic indicator has a locked position in which the second fluid characteristic indicator is locked against rotational movement and an unlocked position in which the second fluid characteristic indicator is free to rotate about the gauge.5. The flow sensor of wherein the dial includes an axis of rotation and is moveable along the axis of rotation between the locked position and the unlocked position.6. The flow sensor of further comprising a stop that limits travel of the dial when moving from the ...

OPTICAL FILL DETECTION

The present invention relates to the field of home monitoring. In particular the present invention relates to a device for the analysis of sample material, comprising a sample container, wherein said sample container is configured for holding sample material, a light source, wherein said light source is configured for irradiating the sample container a detector, wherein said detector is configured to detect light from the sample container in response to an irradiation of the sample container by the light source and an assessment unit for assessing the fill level of the sample container based on the detected light, as well as the use of such a device for home monitoring parameters of a bodily fluid of a subject. The present invention further relates to a method for assessing the fill level of a sample container configured for holding sample material. 1. A device for the analysis of sample material comprised in a sample volume , comprising:a light source, wherein said light source is configured for irradiating the sample volume;a detector, wherein said detector is configured to detect light from said sample volume in response to an irradiation of said sample volume by the light source; andan assessment unit for assessing the fill level of said sample volume based on the detected light.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said sample volume is comprised in said device.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said sample volume is comprised in a separable sample container.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said detector is configured for detecting light transmitted through the sample volume.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein said light source is configured to emit light having a wavelength of 475-575 nm or 260-350 nm.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein said device additionally comprises an optical element configured to image at least a part of the sample volume onto the detector claim 1 , preferably a lens claim 1 , a mirror claim 1 , or an optical fiber.7. The device of claim 1 ...

CUP HAVING MEASUREMENT INDICATORS

A cup includes a body having a cylindrical shape. The body includes a plurality of measurement indicators provided at an exterior surface of the body. The cup also includes a base integrally formed with the body. The body and the base are formed based on a silicone material. 113.-. (canceled)14. A drinking cup assembly , comprising:a cup; anda lid coupled with a top portion of the cup, a body having a cylindrical shape with a substantially constant outer diameter in a vertical direction, the body including a plurality of measurement indicators provided at an exterior surface of the body; and', 'a base integrally formed with the body and having a diameter greater than the outer diameter of the cylindrical shape of the body,', 'wherein the body and the base are formed based on a silicone material, and', 'wherein circular portions of an interior surface and the exterior surface of the body at locations corresponding to the measurement indicators are transparent, and remaining portions of the interior and the exterior surfaces of the body are translucent, and, 'wherein the cup includes a cylindrical body made of the silicone material and including a plurality of parallel rows of threaded protrusions protruding from an exterior surface of the cylindrical body;', 'a slanted center plate made of the silicone material and having a hole configured for drinking; and', 'a first flange and a second flange disposed at opposite sides of the cylindrical body and extending from a top portion of the cylindrical body inwardly toward a center of the slanted center plate., 'wherein the lid includes1516.-. (canceled)17. The drinking cup assembly of claim 14 , wherein the slanted center plate is slanted lower toward the hole configured for drinking.1819.-. (canceled)20. A drinking cup assembly claim 14 , comprising: a body having a cylindrical shape with a substantially constant outer diameter in a vertical direction, the body including a plurality of measurement indicators provided at ...

Sensor for Determining a Filling Level

The invention relates to a sensor for determining a filling level of a liquid fillable into a container, having a light transmitter for transmitting at least one light pulse; having a receiver for receiving at least one reflected back light pulse, wherein the light pulse is at least partly reflectable at a liquid surface; having a control and evaluation unit for controlling the sensor and for evaluating the received back light pulse; and having a coupling and decoupling unit for coupling the light pulse into a liquid jet which can be introduced into the container and for decoupling the back light pulse to the receiver, wherein the control and evaluation unit is configured for determining a time difference between a transmission of the light pulse and a reception of the back light pulse to calculate a distance between the coupling and decoupling unit and the liquid surface. 1. A sensor for determining a filling level of a liquid fillable into a container , comprisinga light transmitter for transmitting at least one light pulse;a receiver for receiving at least one reflected back light pulse, wherein the light pulse is at least partly reflectable at a liquid surface;a control and evaluation unit for controlling the sensor and for evaluating the received back light pulse; anda coupling and decoupling unit for coupling the light pulse into a liquid jet which can be introduced into the container and for decoupling the back light pulse to the receiver,wherein the control and evaluation unit is configured for determining a time difference between a transmission of the light pulse and a reception of the back light pulse to calculate a distance between the coupling and decoupling unit and the liquid surface.2. The sensor in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the light pulse comprises ultraviolet light claim 1 , visible light or infrared light.3. The sensor in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the coupling or decoupling unit has a reflection unit which is configured to ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MEASURING LIQUID LEVEL

The present disclosure relates to a liquid level measurement method and a liquid level measurement device using a fiber optic sensor. The device according to the present disclosure includes a fiber optic sensing unit configured to detect displacement of a metal rod fixed in a liquid storage tank according to inflow and outflow of a liquid into and from the liquid storage tank and a liquid level meter configured to measure a liquid level in the liquid storage tank using the displacement. 1. A device for measuring a liquid level , the device comprising:a fiber optic sensing unit configured to detect displacement of a metal rod fixed in a liquid storage tank according to inflow and outflow of a liquid into and from the liquid storage tank; anda liquid level meter configured to measure a liquid level in the liquid storage tank using the displacement.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic sensing unit detects claim 1 , as the displacement claim 1 , a change in natural frequency according to a degree to which at least part of the metal rod is submerged in the liquid.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the fiber optic sensing unit detects the change in natural frequency from a low-frequency region to a high-frequency region with an increase in the degree to which the metal rod is submerged in the liquid.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein when vibrations occur by inflow and outflow of the liquid claim 1 , the fiber optic sensing unit detects claim 1 , as the displacement claim 1 , a change in natural frequency caused by movement of the metal rod responding to the vibrations.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic sensing unit measures a first natural frequency of the metal rod before inflow and outflow of the liquid and a second natural frequency of the metal rod after inflow and outflow of the liquid claim 1 , andthe liquid level meter gauges a difference between liquid level measurements retrieved from a database respectively corresponding to the ...

Measuring Cup for Watering Potted Plant

A measuring cup for watering a potted plant contains a watering scale formed thereon and a comparison table arranged thereon, wherein the comparison table has a size scale and indicated words shown thereon, wherein the indicated words are every 7 days. The potted plant is a potted A size range of the size scale is 2 to 6 inch. The indicated words means a separated watering time is 7 days. The watering scale means a watering amount range is 50 ml to 300 ml. 1. A measuring cup for watering a potted plant comprising:a watering scale formed thereon and a comparison table arranged thereon, wherein the comparison table has a size scale and indicated words shown thereon, wherein the indicated words are every 7 days.2phalaenopsis.. The measuring cup for watering the potted plant as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the potted plant is a potted3. The measuring cup for watering the potted plant as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a size range of the size scale is 2 to 6 inch.4. The measuring cup for watering the potted plant as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the indicated words means a separated watering time is 7 days.5. The measuring cup for watering the potted plant as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the watering scale shows a watering amount range is 50 ml to 300 ml. The present invention relates to a measuring cup which is used to water a potted plant at a predetermined water amount within a certain period time.grows in a warm and wet condition, for example, a suitable growing temperature is 25° C. to 30° C. (i.e., 57° F. to 62° F.), and a growing period time means a new leaf grows within 40 days to 45 days. Accordingly, if a temperature in a growing room is high and keeps in a long period of time, the leaves lose water or cannot grow flower. Also, if the temperature in the growing room lowers to 13° C. to 15° C. (i.e., 45° F. to 47° F.), the stops growing.Therefore, a humidity of the has to be kept at 60% to 85% so as to grow the well. However, consumers cannot water the at a certain ...

APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A SMART LIQUID INFORMATION INDICATOR

Apparatuses, systems, and methods are provided for a system for a smart liquid information indicator. A liquid reservoir may include a level indicator extending outwardly from the liquid reservoir. An inspection device for inspecting a liquid in a level indicator may be coupled to the level indicator. The inspection device may include a housing and a coupler coupling the housing to the level indicator of the liquid reservoir. At least a portion of the level indicator is received within an interior space of the housing when the housing is coupled to the level indicator. An imaging section may obtain at least one set of inspection data relating to the at least a portion of the level indicator. A communication section may transmit a representation of the at least one set of inspection data from the inspection device. 1. An inspection device for inspecting a liquid in a level indicator of a liquid reservoir , comprising:a housing having an interior space;a coupler configured to couple the housing to the level indicator of the liquid reservoir, wherein at least a portion of the level indicator is received within the interior space of the housing when the housing is coupled to the level indicator;a component section including an imaging section configured to obtain at least one set of inspection data relating to the at least a portion of the level indicator; anda communication section configured to transmit a representation of the at least one set of inspection data from the inspection device.2. The inspection device of claim 1 , further comprising a processing section having a storage claim 1 , the processing section configured to perform at least one operation on a representation of the at least one set of inspection data and to store a post-processing representation of the at least one set of inspection data at the storage.3. The inspection device of claim 1 , wherein the imaging section comprises a camera module claim 1 , wherein the at least one set of inspection ...

Volume Measurement Apparatus

A volume measurement apparatus is for a storage container and has an elongated member having a measurement scale marked thereon and an attachment mechanism configured to attach the elongated member onto a storage container. The storage container is capable of holding a liquid or granular substance. The volume measurement apparatus further has an adjustment mechanism configured such that a position and orientation of the elongated member can be adjusted relative to the storage container to align a minimum or maximum capacity marker on the measurement scale with a topmost level of the substance held in the storage container. The measurement scale is adapted such that it can be used to measure a volume of the substance held in the storage container. 1. A volume measurement apparatus for a storage container , comprising:an elongated member having a measurement scale marked thereon for measuring a volume of a liquid or granular substance held in the storage container;an attachment mechanism configured to attach the elongated member onto the storage container or a supporting structure of the storage container;an adjustment mechanism for adjusting a position and/or orientation of the elongated member relative to the storage container, the adjustment mechanism comprising a bolt extending from the attachment mechanism, an elongated slot formed into the elongated member that slidably receives the bolt and a fastening means attachable to the bolt;wherein the adjustment mechanism is configured such thatthe elongated member may be tilted relative to the storage container such that the elongated member is orientated perpendicularly to a topmost level of the substance held in the storage container; anda vertical position of the elongated member may be raised or lowered relative to the topmost level of the substance such that a minimum or maximum capacity marker on the measurement scale is vertically aligned with the topmost level,and wherein the fastening means is configured such ...

LIQUID CONTAINMENT AND MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD

A car wash liquid containment and measurement apparatus having a reservoir defining a first interior region configured to hold a liquid therein. The apparatus has a valve with a first position and a second position and the valve is coupled to the reservoir. There is also a measurement apparatus coupled to the valve defining a second interior region and a tube disposed at least partially within the second interior region of the measurement apparatus. The valve fluidly isolates the first interior region from the second interior region when the valve is in the first position and the valve fluidly couples the first interior region with the second interior region when the valve is in the second position. 1. A liquid measurement and containment apparatus , comprising:a reservoir having a plurality of side walls, a bottom surface, a top surface, and defining a first interior region configured to hold a liquid therein;a cavity defined in a portion of the top surface;an orifice defined in the cavity providing access into the first interior region;a valve having a first position and a second position, the valve coupled to the reservoir on one of the plurality of side walls proximate to the bottom surface;a measurement apparatus extending from a top portion to a bottom portion, coupled to the valve, and defining a second interior region;a tube extending through the top portion and disposed at least partially within the second interior region of the measurement apparatus; andan intake end of the tube positioned proximate to the bottom portion;wherein the valve fluidly isolates the first interior region from the second interior region when the valve is in the first position;further wherein the valve fluidly couples the first interior region with the second interior region when the valve is in the second position;further wherein, when the valve is in the second position, liquid travels from the first interior region to the second interior region before being withdrawn through the ...