公开(公告)号：US20100043413A1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-25

申请号：US12516476

申请日：2007-12-05

Applicant: Manabu Orihashi ,  Tadashi Nakagawa ,  Yoshio Hasegawa ,  Yasuhiro Kaya

Inventor： Manabu Orihashi ,  Tadashi Nakagawa ,  Yoshio Hasegawa ,  Yasuhiro Kaya

IPC: F01N5/02

CPC classification number: F01N5/02 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F01N3/02 ,  F01N3/055 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N2240/02 ,  F01N2260/022 ,  F01N2470/24 ,  F28D7/024 ,  F28D7/103 ,  F28D7/16 ,  F28D21/0003 ,  F28F1/14 ,  F28F13/00 ,  F28F2255/04 ,  F28F2270/00 ,  Y02P20/124 ,  Y02T10/16 ,  Y02T10/20

Abstract: An exhaust heat recovery system (10) includes: an exhaust heat exchanger (18) that is communicated with a catalytic converter (16) through an exhaust gas pipe (14A), and that recovers exhaust heat into a coolant; and heat transfer restriction means (50) provided between the catalytic converter (16) and the exhaust heat exchanger (18). The heat transfer restriction means (50) includes a heat insulator (56) disposed between a first exhaust gas pipe (52) and a second exhaust gas pipe (54) that constitute the exhaust gas pipe (14A), and. restrains a released heat from the catalytic converter (16) from reaching the exhaust heat exchanger (18).

Abstract translation: 排气热回收系统（10）包括：排气热交换器（18），其通过排气管（14A）与催化转化器（16）连通，并将废热回收到冷却剂中; 和设置在催化转换器（16）和排气热交换器（18）之间的传热限制装置（50）。 传热限制装置（50）包括设置在构成排气管（14A）的第一排气管（52）和第二排气管（54）之间的隔热件（56）。 抑制来自催化转化器（16）的释放的热量到达排气热交换器（18）。

公开(公告)号：US07667560B2

公开(公告)日：2010-02-23

申请号：US11774916

申请日：2007-07-09

Applicant: Minoru Taya ,  Robert Yuanchang Liang ,  Yasuo Kuga

Inventor： Minoru Taya ,  Robert Yuanchang Liang ,  Yasuo Kuga

IPC: H01H51/22

CPC classification number: B64C21/02 ,  B64C2230/18 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F03G7/065 ,  F05B2250/70 ,  F05C2201/021 ,  F05C2201/0475 ,  F05C2201/0487 ,  F05C2253/04 ,  F16F1/021 ,  F16F2224/0258 ,  F16K31/002 ,  H01F1/0308 ,  H01F7/1638 ,  H01H2300/034 ,  H01L41/12 ,  H01L41/20 ,  H02N2/10 ,  Y02T50/166

Abstract: A membrane actuator includes a magnetically actuatable membrane and a magnetic trigger. The membrane includes a shape memory alloy (SMA), and the magnetic trigger is configured to induce a martensitic transformation in the SMA, to produce a larger force than would be achievable with non-SMA-based materials. Such a membrane actuator can be beneficially incorporated into a wide variety of devices, including fluid pumps, shock absorbing systems, and synthetic jet producing devices for use in an aircraft. The membrane/diaphragm can be formed from a ferromagnetic SMA, or a ferromagnetic material can be coupled with an SMA such that the SMA and the ferromagnetic material move together. A hybrid magnetic trigger, including a permanent magnet and an electromagnet, is preferably used for the magnetic trigger, as hybrid magnetic triggers are easy to control, and produce larger magnetic gradients than permanent magnets or electromagnets alone.

Abstract translation: 膜致动器包括可磁致动膜和磁触发器。 膜包括形状记忆合金（SMA），并且磁触发器被配置为在SMA中诱导马氏体转变，以产生比非SMA基材料可实现的更大的力。 这种膜致动器可有利地并入多种装置中，包括用于飞行器的流体泵，减震系统和合成射流产生装置。 膜/隔膜可以由铁磁SMA形成，或者铁磁材料可以与SMA结合，使得SMA和铁磁材料一起移动。 混合磁触发器，包括永磁体和电磁体，优选用于磁触发器，因为混合磁触发器易于控制，并且产生比永磁体或电磁体单独更大的磁梯度。

公开(公告)号：US20090315126A1

公开(公告)日：2009-12-24

申请号：US12142793

申请日：2008-06-20

Applicant: Gregory John McAvoy ,  Emma Rose Kerr ,  Kia Silverbrook

Inventor： Gregory John McAvoy ,  Emma Rose Kerr ,  Kia Silverbrook

IPC: H01L29/66

CPC classification number: F16K99/0001 ,  B01L3/502738 ,  B01L2200/10 ,  B01L2200/12 ,  B01L2300/123 ,  B01L2300/14 ,  B01L2400/0481 ,  B01L2400/0655 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F04B19/006 ,  F16K99/0007 ,  F16K99/0038 ,  F16K2099/0084

Abstract: A microfluidic system comprising a MEMS integrated circuit bonded to a microfluidics platform. The microfluidics platform comprises a polymeric body having at least one microfluidic channel defined therein. The MEMS integrated circuit comprises at least one thermal bend actuator. The microfluidic system is configured such that movement of the actuator causes closure of the channel.

Abstract translation: 一种微流体系统，包括结合到微流体平台的MEMS集成电路。 微流体平台包括其中限定有至少一个微流体通道的聚合体。 MEMS集成电路包括至少一个热弯曲致动器。 微流体系统被配置为使得致动器的移动导致通道闭合。

公开(公告)号：US20090314972A1

公开(公告)日：2009-12-24

申请号：US12142788

申请日：2008-06-20

Applicant: Gregory John McAvoy ,  Emma Rose Kerr ,  Kia Silverbrook

Inventor： Gregory John McAvoy ,  Emma Rose Kerr ,  Kia Silverbrook

IPC: F16K31/64

CPC classification number: F16K99/0001 ,  B01L3/50273 ,  B01L3/502738 ,  B01L2300/0816 ,  B01L2300/0887 ,  B01L2400/0481 ,  B01L2400/0633 ,  B01L2400/0655 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F04B43/043 ,  F04B43/06 ,  F16K99/0007 ,  F16K99/0038 ,  F16K2099/008 ,  F16K2099/0084 ,  Y10T137/2229 ,  Y10T137/9138

Abstract: A microfluidic diaphragm valve. The valve comprises: an inlet port; an outlet port; a weir positioned between the inlet and outlet ports, the weir having a sealing surface; a diaphragm membrane for sealing engagement with the sealing surface; and a thermal bend actuator for moving the diaphragm membrane between a closed position in which the membrane is sealingly engaged with the sealing surface and an open position in which the membrane is disengaged from said sealing surface.

Abstract translation: 微流体隔膜阀。 该阀包括：入口; 出口口 位于入口和出口之间的堰，堰具有密封表面; 用于与密封表面密封接合的隔膜; 以及热弯曲致动器，用于在所述膜与所述密封表面密封接合的关闭位置和所述膜与所述密封表面脱离的打开位置之间移动所述隔膜。

公开(公告)号：US20090272465A1

公开(公告)日：2009-11-05

申请号：US12435440

申请日：2009-05-05

Applicant: Roger Adelman

Inventor： Roger Adelman

IPC: F16J13/00

CPC classification number: F28F11/02 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F28F2255/04

Abstract: A memory metal plug adapted to seal tubes includes a central shaft and a plurality of discs extending radially from said shaft. The shaft extends beyond the first and last disc. The juncture of the discs and the shaft is radiused, and, further, the thickness of the discs decreases near the perimeter of each disc. This allows the discs to be swaged significantly without breaking, which, in turn, facilitates their use in plugging tubes.

Abstract translation: 适于密封管的记忆金属塞包括中心轴和从所述轴径向延伸的多个盘。 轴延伸超过第一个和最后一个光盘。 圆盘和轴的接合部是圆角的，此外，圆盘的厚度在每个圆盘的周边附近减小。 这样就可以显着地锻造圆盘，而不破坏，这又有利于它们在堵塞管中的使用。

公开(公告)号：US20090230723A1

公开(公告)日：2009-09-17

申请号：US12046658

申请日：2008-03-12

Applicant: Yueh-Se J. Huang ,  Houng Yue Chang ,  Phillip M. Turner ,  Pei-Chung Wang

Inventor： Yueh-Se J. Huang ,  Houng Yue Chang ,  Phillip M. Turner ,  Pei-Chung Wang

IPC: B60J10/08

CPC classification number: B60J10/80 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A closure assembly with a shape memory polymer seal is provided for use with a vehicle. The closure assembly includes a frame member configured for attachment to the vehicle body to selectively transition from a closed position to an open position. The seal structure includes a base portion elongated along and attached to a peripheral edge of the frame member or the vehicle body, and a flexible contact portion extending integrally from the base portion and configured for sealing communication with an opposing surface. A thermally-activated smart material (TASM), namely a shape memory polymer member, is disposed inside a cavity within the contact portion. A thermoelectric device is in thermal communication with the TASM, and is characterized by a thermal differential when current flows therethrough. The TASM is activated in response to the thermal differential of the thermoelectric device, thereby altering at least one physical property of the TASM.

Abstract translation: 提供具有形状记忆聚合物密封件的封闭组件用于与车辆一起使用。 闭合组件包括构造成附接到车体以选择性地从关闭位置转换到打开位置的框架构件。 密封结构包括沿着框架构件或车身的周边部分延伸并附接到底座部分的基部，以及柔性接触部分，其从基部部分整体延伸并且被构造成用于密封与相对表面的连通。 热活化智能材料（TASM），即形状记忆聚合物构件，设置在接触部分内的空腔的内部。 热电装置与TASM热连通，其特征在于电流流过其中时的热差。 TASM响应于热电装置的热差而被激活，从而改变TASM的至少一个物理特性。

公开(公告)号：US07588568B2

公开(公告)日：2009-09-15

申请号：US10199525

申请日：2002-07-19

Applicant: Kristine B. Fuimaono ,  Irma P. Hill

Inventor： Kristine B. Fuimaono ,  Irma P. Hill

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2034/2051 ,  A61B2218/002 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A catheter for ablating tissue is provided. The catheter comprises an elongated generally-tubular catheter body having proximal and distal ends and at least one lumen extending therethrough. A non-retractable ablation assembly is attached to the distal end of the catheter body. The ablation assembly comprises proximal and distal non-conductive tubings, each having a lumen extending therethrough and a generally tubular electrode mounted between the proximal and distal non-conductive tubings. The tubular electrode is formed of a material having shape-memory and has at least one irrigation port through which fluid can pass from the inside to the outside of the electrode. The ablation assembly further comprises a non-conductive protective tubing extending generally parallel to and along the outside of the tubular electrode. The protective tubing has proximal and distal ends extending into the proximal and distal non-conductive tubings, respectively. The catheter further comprises at least one of an electrode lead wire and a temperature sensor wire, and preferably both, extending through the non-conductive protective tubing and catheter body, the electrode lead wire having a distal end mounted to a ring electrode mounted on the distal non-conductive tubing, and the temperature sensor wire having a distal end mounted on or under the distal non-conductive tubing. The catheter also comprises an infusion tube extending through the catheter body and having a distal end in fluid communication with the proximal end of the tubular electrode.

Abstract translation: 提供用于消融组织的导管。 导管包括细长的大致管状的导管本体，其具有近端和远端以及延伸穿过其中的至少一个内腔。 不可缩回的消融组件附接到导管主体的远端。 消融组件包括近端和远端非导电管，每个具有延伸穿过其中的内腔和安装在近端和远端非导电管之间的大体管状电极。 管状电极由具有形状记忆的材料形成，并且具有至少一个冲洗口，流体可以通过该冲洗口从电极的内部传递到外部。 消融组件还包括大致平行于并沿着管状电极的外部延伸的非导电保护管。 保护管分别具有近端和远端非导电管道的近端和远端。 导管还包括电极引线和温度传感器线中的至少一个，并且优选地两者延伸穿过非导电保护管和导管主体，电极引线具有安装到安装在 远端非导电管，以及温度传感器线，其远端安装在远端非导电管上或下。 导管还包括延伸穿过导管主体并具有与管状电极的近端流体连通的远端的输注管。

公开(公告)号：US20090211094A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-27

申请号：US12037704

申请日：2008-02-26

Applicant: Roger Adelman

Inventor： Roger Adelman

IPC: B23P11/02 ,  B25B27/14 ,  C22C19/00 ,  C22C14/00

CPC classification number: B23P11/025 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  C22C14/00 ,  F22B37/02 ,  F28F11/02 ,  Y10T29/49352 ,  Y10T29/49732 ,  Y10T29/49735 ,  Y10T29/53861

Abstract: A memory metal or Nitinol plug is inserted into a tube and heated to cause the plug to expand as it transforms from a martensitic state to an austenitic state. The plug is held by a tool connected to an electric conductor. The tube is then grounded and current is run through the holder, the plug, and, in turn, the tube. Electrical resistance causes the plug to heat up and revert to the austenitic state. The holder is preferably a tube with an internal collet, spring urged into a closed position adapted to grasp a post of the Nitinol plug. To separate the holder from the plug, the collet is pulled to an expanded position by pulling the holder from the tube. This allows the collet to open and separate from the plug.

Abstract translation: 将记忆金属或镍钛诺塞塞插入管中并加热，使其从马氏体状态转变为奥氏体状态时膨胀。 插头由连接到电导体的工具保持。 然后管接地，电流通过保持器，插头，再依次进入管子。 电阻导致插头加热并恢复到奥氏体状态。 保持器优选地是具有内部夹头的管，弹簧被推动到适于抓住镍钛诺塞的柱的关闭位置。 为了将支架与插头分离，通过从管中拉出支架将夹头拉到扩张位置。 这允许夹头打开并与插头分离。

公开(公告)号：US20090198180A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-06

申请号：US12421168

申请日：2009-04-09

Applicant: Eric L. Buehlmann ,  George A. Morrison ,  Robert J. Laird

Inventor： Eric L. Buehlmann ,  George A. Morrison ,  Robert J. Laird

IPC: A61M29/00 ,  A61B17/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/22 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/1407 ,  A61B2018/144 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A tissue-separating catheter assembly comprises a rotatable shaft, having a distal shaft portion, and a tissue separator device extending along the shaft. The tissue separator device has a distal separator part at the distal shaft portion movable between a retracted state, towards the distal shaft portion, and an outwardly extending, operational state, away from the distal shaft portion. A pivot joint may be used to pivotally connect the distal separator end to the distal shaft portion. The distal shaft portion may comprise a distally-facing transition surface at a proximal end of the distal shaft portion. First and second energizable tissue separator elements may be used at the transition surface and the tip of the device, respectively.

Abstract translation: 组织分离导管组件包括具有远侧轴部的旋转轴和沿轴延伸的组织分离装置。 所述组织分离装置在所述远端轴部分具有远离分离部分，所述远端轴部分在远离所述远侧轴部分的缩回状态，朝向所述远端轴部分和向外延伸的操作状态之间移动。 可以使用枢转接头来将远端分离器端部枢转地连接到远侧轴部分。 远侧轴部分可以包括在远侧轴部分的近端处的向远侧面的过渡表面。 第一和第二可激励的组织分离器元件可以分别用于器件的过渡表面和尖端。

公开(公告)号：US07534242B2

公开(公告)日：2009-05-19

申请号：US10374582

申请日：2003-02-25

Applicant: Eric L. Buehlmann ,  George A. Morrison ,  Robert J. Laird

Inventor： Eric L. Buehlmann ,  George A. Morrison ,  Robert J. Laird

IPC: A61B18/18 ,  A61B10/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/22 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/1407 ,  A61B2018/144 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A tissue-separating catheter assembly comprises a rotatable shaft, having a distal shaft portion, and a tissue separator device extending along the shaft. The tissue separator device has a distal separator part at the distal shaft portion movable between a retracted state, towards the distal shaft portion, and an outwardly extending, operational state, away from the distal shaft portion. A pivot joint may be used to pivotally connect the distal separator end to the distal shaft portion. The distal shaft portion may comprise a distally-facing transition surface at a proximal end of the distal shaft portion. First and second energizable tissue separator elements may be used at the transition surface and the tip of the device, respectively.

Abstract translation: 组织分离导管组件包括具有远侧轴部的旋转轴和沿轴延伸的组织分离装置。 所述组织分离装置在所述远端轴部分具有远离分离部分，所述远端轴部分在远离所述远侧轴部分的缩回状态，朝向所述远端轴部分和向外延伸的操作状态之间移动。 可以使用枢转接头来将远端分离器端部枢转地连接到远侧轴部分。 远侧轴部分可以包括在远侧轴部分的近端处的向远侧面的过渡表面。 第一和第二可激励的组织分离器元件可以分别用于器件的过渡表面和尖端。