公开(公告)号：US09982823B1

公开(公告)日：2018-05-29

申请号：US15448963

申请日：2017-03-03

Applicant: Kenneth R. Cornwall

Inventor： Kenneth R. Cornwall

IPC: F16L51/00 ,  F16L27/12 ,  F16L21/06 ,  G01M3/28

CPC classification number: F16L51/00 ,  F16L21/06 ,  F16L21/08 ,  F16L27/1021 ,  F16L27/12 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  G01M3/2815 ,  G01M3/2853

Abstract: A pipe coupling includes a rigid cylindrical member, a flexible cylindrical member and a hose clamp. The flexible cylindrical member includes a central tubular member within the rigid cylindrical member. A flexible sleeve extends beyond the rigid cylindrical member and has an inside diameter that is complimentary to a pipe. The sleeve has a first position in which the sleeve is folded back onto the rigid cylindrical member and a second position in which the sleeve is unfolded so as to envelope an end of the first pipe. The central tubular member includes a ledge that has an inside diameter corresponding to an inside diameter of the pipe.

公开(公告)号：US20180106401A1

公开(公告)日：2018-04-19

申请号：US15573306

申请日：2016-03-14

Applicant: De Pretto Industrie S.R.L.

Inventor： Enrico Ruaro ,  Andrea Dai Zotti

IPC: F16L17/08 ,  F16L27/08

CPC classification number: F16L17/08 ,  F16L17/02 ,  F16L27/0816 ,  F16L27/082 ,  F16L27/0828 ,  F16L27/0832 ,  F16L2201/30

Abstract: The present invention concerns a rotatable coupling (60) for connecting pipes, comprising a first hollow female element (61) suited to be connected, for example, to a first pipe portion (51), and a second tubular male element (6) with a first end portion at least partially housed inside the first female element (61) so as to define an inner space for the passage of a fluid, and with a second end portion suited to be connected to a second pipe portion (52). Said first and said second element (61, 6) can be rotated with respect to each other, said second tubular male element (6) comprising a first abutment surface (6S). Furthermore, the rotatable coupling (60) comprises a third hollow tubular element (12) housed inside the first female element and provided with a second abutment surface (1S) substantially opposite the first abutment surface (6S) so as to define a first interspace (I), and the third tubular hollow element (12) can be translated along a direction substantially orthogonal to the first and the second abutment surface (6S, 1S) between a closed configuration, in which the first and the second abutment surface (6S, 1S) are positioned at a minimal mutual distance, and an open configuration, in which the first and the second abutment surface (6S, 1S) are positioned at a distance that exceeds said minimal mutual distance.

公开(公告)号：US09915433B2

公开(公告)日：2018-03-13

申请号：US14291894

申请日：2014-05-30

Applicant: AMTROL Licensing Inc.

Inventor： Christopher A. Van Haaren ,  Kenneth Cerpovicz ,  Christopher Kampf

IPC: F24D3/00 ,  F24D3/10 ,  F15B1/10 ,  F16J3/02 ,  F16L55/053 ,  G01M3/00

CPC classification number: F24D3/1008 ,  F15B1/10 ,  F15B2201/50 ,  F16J3/02 ,  F16L55/053 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  F24D3/1016 ,  G01M3/00 ,  G01M3/042

Abstract: Disclosed is an expansion tank having an internal cavity separated by a flexible diaphragm to form an upper pressurized gas portion and a lower pressurized fluid portion, and an indicator positioned at an upper part of the expansion tank in communication with the contents of the upper pressurized gas portion. The indicator is configured so as to display a first color if the operating conditions are normal in the pressurized gas portion, and a second color if the amount of moisture detected in the pressurized gas portion greater than or equal to a predetermined amount. Further disclosed is a method for detecting whether there is an excessive amount of moisture in a pressurized gas portion of an expansion tank by allowing pressurized gas from the pressurized gas portion to come into contact with the indicator, and viewing the color displayed by the indicator. As such, the tank can be simply visually inspected to determine whether there is a potential failure in the tank.

公开(公告)号：US20180064978A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-08

申请号：US15811355

申请日：2017-11-13

Applicant: Engineered Corrosion Solutions, LLC

Inventor： Jeffrey T. Kochelek ,  Adam H. Hilton ,  Lucas E. Kirn

IPC: A62C37/50 ,  A62C35/68 ,  F16L55/168 ,  G01M3/18 ,  F16L55/16 ,  G01M3/22 ,  G01M3/28 ,  G01N17/00 ,  A62C35/62 ,  A62C35/60

CPC classification number: A62C37/50 ,  A62C35/60 ,  A62C35/62 ,  A62C35/68 ,  F16L55/16 ,  F16L55/168 ,  F16L55/1683 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  G01M3/18 ,  G01M3/223 ,  G01M3/2815 ,  G01M3/283 ,  G01M3/2853 ,  G01N17/00 ,  Y10T29/49815

Abstract: A fire sprinkler system according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes a pipe having a first pipe portion and a second pipe portion. The first pipe portion includes a wall having a first wall thickness, and the second pipe portion includes a wall having a second wall thickness that is greater than the first wall thickness. The fire sprinkler system further includes structure coupled to the pipe and defining a sealed chamber between the structure and at least the first pipe portion, and a sensor for sensing a pressure in the sealed chamber. Example corrosion monitoring devices and methods for monitoring corrosion in pipe systems, including fire sprinkler systems, are also disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US20180051841A1

公开(公告)日：2018-02-22

申请号：US15241102

申请日：2016-08-19

Applicant: Ethylene, LLC

Inventor： Ronald V. Andronaco

IPC: F16L55/07

CPC classification number: F16L55/07 ,  F16L9/18 ,  F16L2201/30

Abstract: A venting system includes a vent for expelling gases that accumulate between a metal pipe and a plastic liner disposed within the metal pipe. The vent includes a base portion that is configured to be disposed between the plastic liner and a wall of the metal pipe. The base portion has at least one channel extending along the base portion to a central region of the base portion. The vent includes an exhaust portion that protrudes from the central region of the base portion and is adapted to extend through the wall of the metal pipe. The exhaust portion has a central passage that interconnects with the at least one channel of the base portion, such that the vent is configured to vent gases from an interface area between the plastic liner and the wall of the metal pipe to an exterior atmosphere outside the metal pipe.

公开(公告)号：US20170254445A1

公开(公告)日：2017-09-07

申请号：US15430763

申请日：2017-02-13

Applicant: ROLLS-ROYCE plc

Inventor： Merijn VAN DEN BERG ,  Ian D. ROBERTSON

IPC: F16L9/19 ,  F16L39/00 ,  F02C7/06 ,  F16L13/02

CPC classification number: F16L9/19 ,  F01D9/065 ,  F01D25/18 ,  F02C7/00 ,  F02C7/06 ,  F05D2220/32 ,  F05D2260/231 ,  F05D2260/30 ,  F05D2260/60 ,  F05D2260/98 ,  F16L13/02 ,  F16L39/005 ,  F16L41/084 ,  F16L2201/30

Abstract: A double skinned feed or scavenge pipe assembly comprises; an inner pipe (22) and an outer pipe (23) enclosing the inner pipe and defining an annular space (24) between the inner pipe and the outer pipe and a sleeve (28) configured to slip over the outer pipe (23). Complementary threads (29) are provided on an outer wall of the outer pipe (23) and an inner wall of the sleeve (28). A lock, for example in the form of a locking nut (31) is positioned over the outer pipe (23) when the complementary threads (29) of the outer pipe and sleeve are engaged. The configuration of the assembly is such that, in use, the sleeve (28) is slidable between a first position where the inner pipe (22) is accessible and a second position wherein the inner pipe (22) is completely enclosed.

公开(公告)号：US09746118B2

公开(公告)日：2017-08-29

申请号：US14261695

申请日：2014-04-25

Applicant: Bueno Technology Co., Ltd.

Inventor： Huan-Jan Chien ,  Po-Wen Chen

IPC: F16L25/00 ,  F16L47/04 ,  F16L19/05

CPC classification number: F16L47/04 ,  F16L19/05 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  F16L2201/40

Abstract: A pipe joint structure has a joint body, a fixed ring and a union nut. A flared end of a tube has a conical surface and a tubular surface. The conical surface and tubular surface are connected to a tube connecting portion of the joint body. The union nut is fastened to a locking thread of the tube connecting portion. An interior recess portion of the union nut is coupled with a bulging surface of the fixed ring. The tube is compressed evenly and secured firmly on the joint body.

公开(公告)号：US20170169536A1

公开(公告)日：2017-06-15

申请号：US15444319

申请日：2017-02-27

Applicant: Lorin Scott Lawson

Inventor： Lorin Scott Lawson

IPC: G06Q90/00 ,  F16L9/19 ,  F16L1/06

CPC classification number: G06Q90/00 ,  F16L1/06 ,  F16L7/00 ,  F16L9/19 ,  F16L9/20 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  F17D5/02 ,  G01M3/2815

Abstract: Cased pipeline network enclosed by casing with the primary purpose of the casing for leakage containment and control. A high number of pipelines are arranged inside and enclosed by an outer casing. The outer casing functions to contain and control leaks and provides a safer means of transporting gas or liquid products across sensitive areas or underwater. The casing flows leaked gas or liquid products to the pipeline network terminals for collection. The pipeline network simplifies and consolidates the permitting and approval process by allowing for the development of a high number of pipelines as a single project. Individual pipelines within the network may be separately managed to carry different gas or liquid products.

公开(公告)号：US20170167645A1

公开(公告)日：2017-06-15

申请号：US14963361

申请日：2015-12-09

Applicant: Victaulic Company

Inventor： Philip Wayne Bancroft ,  Matthew A. Bowman ,  Kathryn E. Yovanovich

IPC: F16L21/02 ,  F16J15/02

CPC classification number: F16L21/02 ,  F16J15/022 ,  F16L13/148 ,  F16L17/04 ,  F16L2201/10 ,  F16L2201/30

Abstract: Seals for mechanical couplings and fittings have sealing surfaces with one or more projections that form closable leak paths between the coupling or fitting and pipe elements being joined. The leak paths close when the coupling or fitting is properly installed. Otherwise, the leak paths remain open to ensure that improperly installed couplings and fittings can be discovered during pressure testing and before service pressure is applied.

公开(公告)号：US09645072B2

公开(公告)日：2017-05-09

申请号：US14409955

申请日：2013-06-24

Applicant: GE Oil & Gas UK Limited

Inventor： Judimar de Assis Clevelario ,  Fabio de Souza Pires ,  Felipe Areas Vargas ,  Valdeir Tinoco da Silva

IPC: G01N19/04 ,  F16L17/02 ,  F16L33/16 ,  F16L33/32 ,  F16L33/01 ,  G01M3/28

CPC classification number: G01N19/04 ,  F16L17/02 ,  F16L33/01 ,  F16L33/16 ,  F16L33/32 ,  F16L2201/30 ,  G01M3/2853

Abstract: A sealing arrangement and a method for testing the integrity of a sealing arrangement of a flexible pipe are disclosed. The method includes locating a first annular sealing element and a second annular sealing element in a joint between two elements of a flexible pipe, with a region of the joint therebetween; and pressurizing the region between the first sealing element and the second sealing element through a port extending towards the region to a predetermined pressure of 0.2 MP or greater.