Monitoring fluid flow in a conduit
    1.
    发明授权
    Monitoring fluid flow in a conduit 有权
    监测导管中的流体流动

    公开(公告)号:US09243971B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-01-26

    申请号:US13515113

    申请日:2010-11-24

    摘要: According to the present invention, there is provided a method of monitoring a fluid in a fluid carrying conduit comprising the steps of: monitoring a fluid characteristic at a first point and second point along the conduit substantially continuously; determining first and second quantities, being related to a differential with respect to time of the value of the fluid characteristic at the first and second points respectively; combining the first and second quantities to produce a two dimensional intensity function of time and a position variable and analyzing the magnitude of the intensity function to derive information relating to the fluid. The intensity function may represent a substantially continuous probability function, wherein its absolute value is related to the probability of a leak or theft having occurred in the conduit. Furthermore, a method of determining the presence and location of leaks in, or thefts from, the conduit by determining whether or not the magnitude of the intensity function satisfies pre-determined criteria is disclosed. A method of determining the speed of pressure waves propagating through a fluid flowing in a fluid carrying conduit by analyzing the two dimensional intensity function is also disclosed. An apparatus suitable for performing all of the above mentioned methods is also claimed.

    摘要翻译: 根据本发明,提供了一种监测流体输送管道中的流体的方法,包括以下步骤:基本连续地沿着管道在第一点和第二点监测流体特性; 确定第一和第二数量,分别与第一和第二点处的流体特性的值相对于时间的差异相关; 组合第一和第二数量以产生时间和位置变量的二维强度函数,并且分析强度函数的大小以导出与流体相关的信息。 强度函数可以表示基本上连续的概率函数,其中其绝对值与导管中已经发生泄漏或盗窃的可能性有关。 此外,公开了一种通过确定强度函数的大小是否满足预定标准来确定管道内的泄漏或者从其中的位置的方法。 还公开了一种通过分析二维强度函数来确定在流体输送导管中流动的流体传播的压力波的速度的方法。 还要求保护适用于执行所有上述方法的装置。

    Universal pneumatic suspension control unit and vehicle anti theft device
    2.
    发明授权
    Universal pneumatic suspension control unit and vehicle anti theft device 有权
    通用气动悬架控制单元和车辆防盗装置

    公开(公告)号:US07925401B2

    公开(公告)日:2011-04-12

    申请号:US11975864

    申请日:2007-10-22

    IPC分类号: B60G17/017

    摘要: A versatile automobile pneumatic suspension control unit and vehicle anti theft device. The microprocessor based unit allows precise calibration and operation of all manufacturer's air suspension bags and incorporates a system for deflation of all vehicle air bags so as to place the vehicle body directly onto the vehicle chassis and tires so as to disable operation of the vehicle. The unit has programmable valve timing, preset suspension configuration buttons and can be operated remotely via a key fob transmitter.

    摘要翻译: 多功能汽车气动悬架控制单元和车辆防盗装置。 基于微处理器的单元允许所有制造商的空气悬挂袋的精确校准和操作,并且包括用于将所有车辆气囊放气的系统,以将车身直接放置在车辆底盘和轮胎上,以禁止车辆的操作。 该单元具有可编程阀门正时,预设悬挂配置按钮,可通过钥匙扣发射器远程操作。

    Multi leaf extendable gear hinge
    3.
    发明授权
    Multi leaf extendable gear hinge 失效
    多叶可伸缩齿轮铰链

    公开(公告)号:US07805810B2

    公开(公告)日:2010-10-05

    申请号:US11716114

    申请日:2007-03-10

    IPC分类号: E05D7/00

    摘要: The present invention is an extremely compact three leaf geared hinge that is adapted to handle heavy loads, tightly fold back onto itself for space conservation, offer extensive freedom of movement in the horizontal plane and provide an extremely smooth operating action with minimal play in torsion as well as in axial or transverse motions. The hinge has three interconnected leaves jointed by hinge pins. The inner and outer leaves each have two fixed gears on their sides that meshingly engage a set of two rotating gears located on the sides of the middle leaf. The inner leaf has a cylindrical leaf and pin arrangement on one end that may be rotatably secured to a rigid member or housing. The free end of the outer leaf may be attached to the load directly or with a device that allows the load to rotate normally about the extended hinge.

    摘要翻译: 本发明是一种非常紧凑的三叶齿轮铰链,其适于处理重载荷,紧紧地折回到自身上用于空间节约,在水平面中提供广泛的移动自由度,并且以最小的扭转作用提供非常平滑的操作动作, 以及轴向或横向运动。 铰链具有由铰链销连接的三个互连叶片。 内叶和外叶各自在其侧面具有两个固定齿轮,其啮合啮合位于中叶的侧面上的一组两个旋转齿轮。 内叶片在一端具有圆柱形叶片和针布置,其可以可旋转地固定到刚性构件或壳体。 外部叶片的自由端可以直接附接到负载上,或者可以使允许负载围绕延伸的铰链正常旋转的装置。

    Modular column mount
    4.
    发明授权
    Modular column mount 失效
    模块化柱安装

    公开(公告)号:US07712783B2

    公开(公告)日:2010-05-11

    申请号:US11869653

    申请日:2007-10-09

    IPC分类号: B62D1/16 B62D1/02

    CPC分类号: B62D1/16 Y10T403/62

    摘要: A modular column mount comprising a base fixture, a clamp float in engagement with the base fixture, and a first ring in engagement with the clamp float, the ring defining an aperture adapted to accept a steering column therethrough. The modular column mount further comprising at least one of a plurality of second rings of different predetermined inner and outer diameters used singularly or mixed and matched between the aperture of the first ring so as to provide various combinations providing a column mount of predetermined aperture size. The cost of manufacturing and inventory control of various first and second rings is substantially less than the cost of manufacturing and inventory control of column mounts of fixed aperture size in all the various aperture sizes that are possible and provided by the modular column mount.

    摘要翻译: 一种模块化柱安装件,包括基座固定件,与基座固定件接合的夹具浮子以及与夹具浮子接合的第一环,所述环限定适于接纳转向柱的孔。 模块化柱安装件还包括单独或混合的具有不同预定内径和外径的多个第二环中的至少一个,在第一环的孔之间进行匹配,以提供提供预定孔径尺寸的柱安装件的各种组合。 各种第一和第二环的制造和库存控制的成本明显低于通过模块化柱安装可能和提供的所有各种孔径尺寸的固定孔径尺寸的柱安装的制造和库存控制的成本。

    Personalized gauge kit and method of using
    5.
    发明申请
    Personalized gauge kit and method of using 审中-公开
    个性化仪表和使用方法

    公开(公告)号:US20080216307A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-09-11

    申请号:US11716113

    申请日:2007-03-10

    IPC分类号: H05K13/04

    摘要: The present invention is a kit for making an automotive gauge with personalized gauge faces that may be interchanged via an in situ removable front cover plate. The kit provides a gauge having a dust proof sealing front cover plate that may be unscrewed from the gauge body and a keyed removable indicating needle that allows a personally stylized gauge face to be installed. The face of the gauge is constructed through the use of a personal computer and printer in conjunction with a software program, provided with the kit, that allows the user to personally design the gauge face.

    摘要翻译: 本发明是用于制造具有个性化仪表面的汽车衡的试剂盒,其可以通过原位可移除的前盖板互换。 该套件提供了一个具有防尘密封前盖板的仪表,其可以从测量器主体上拧下,并且可以安装允许个人风格化的表面的带键的可移除指示针。 计量表的面部通过使用个人计算机和打印机与软件程序一起提供,该套件允许用户亲自设计仪表面。

    MULTI-AXIS DOOR HINGE
    6.
    发明申请
    MULTI-AXIS DOOR HINGE 失效
    多轴门铰链

    公开(公告)号:US20080083089A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-04-10

    申请号:US11867666

    申请日:2007-10-04

    IPC分类号: E05D3/10

    摘要: Embodiments of multi-axis vehicle door hinges are provided that are adapted to facilitate pivotal motion of a vehicle door about a substantially vertical axis of rotation for swing-out rotation as well as to facilitate pivotal motion of a vehicle door about a substantially horizontal axis of rotation for vertical-lift rotation and providing means for adjusting the opening angle of the hinge in both the horizontal and vertical axis of rotation.

    摘要翻译: 提供了多轴车门铰链的实施例,其适于促进车门围绕基本垂直的旋转轴线的摆动运动以进行摆动旋转,并且便于车门关于基本上水平的轴线的枢转运动 用于垂直提升旋转的旋转和提供用于在水平和垂直旋转轴线中调节铰链的打开角度的装置。

    Lighted remote control with key
    7.
    发明授权
    Lighted remote control with key 失效
    用钥匙点亮遥控器

    公开(公告)号:US07329021B1

    公开(公告)日:2008-02-12

    申请号:US11278542

    申请日:2006-04-03

    IPC分类号: F21V33/00

    摘要: An illuminated keyed remote control device providing illumination in the visible spectrum and the functionality of a wireless signal transmitter. Light projects from one or more translucent portions of the remote control device, at least a portion of which illuminates the key. The illuminated remote control device comprises at least one translucent portion adapted for the transmission of light from a cavity to the outer surface of the housing. At least one control feature is provided to operate transmitter electronics and/or the light source housed in the cavity. The light source produces light within the cavity, the light being then guided from the cavity to the surface by a translucent portion of the housing. The illumination provides the user with an increased ability to see or be seen in the dark and provides illumination that is visually appealing.

    摘要翻译: 一种照明键控遥控装置,在可见光谱中提供照明和无线信号发射器的功能。 光从远程控制装置的一个或多个半透明部分突出,其至少一部分照亮该键。 照明的遥控装置包括适于将光从腔体传输到壳体的外表面的至少一个半透明部分。 提供至少一个控制特征以操作容纳在空腔中的发射机电子设备和/或光源。 光源在空腔内产生光,然后光通过壳体的半透明部分从空腔引导到表面。 照明使用户能够在黑暗中看到或看到更高的能力,并提供视觉上吸引人的照明。

    Multi-axis door hinge
    8.
    发明授权
    Multi-axis door hinge 有权
    多轴门铰链

    公开(公告)号:US07210200B2

    公开(公告)日:2007-05-01

    申请号:US11056136

    申请日:2005-02-11

    IPC分类号: E05D3/10 E05D3/06

    摘要: A multi-axis automobile door hinge, comprising a first leaf, a second leaf, and a third leaf. The first leaf and the second leaf are pivotally coupled defining a swing-out hinge adapted so as to enable rotation in a substantially horizontal plane about a substantially vertical axis of rotation. The second leaf and the third leaf are pivotally coupled about a lift bearing defining a vertical-lift hinge adapted so as to enable rotation in a substantially vertical plane about a substantially horizontal axis of rotation. The multi-axis automobile door hinge provides a combination of swing-out and vertical-lift motion suitable for retrofitting a conventional swing-out automobile door for swing-out and vertical-lift operation.

    摘要翻译: 一种多轴汽车门铰链,包括第一叶片,第二叶片和第三叶片。 第一叶片和第二叶片枢转地联接,限定了一个摆动铰链,其适于使得能够在基本上水平的平面中围绕基本上垂直的旋转轴线旋转。 第二叶片和第三叶片围绕提升轴承枢转地联接,该提升轴承限定垂直提升铰链,其适于使得能够绕基本上水平的旋转轴线在基本垂直的平面中旋转。 多轴汽车门铰链提供摆放和垂直升降运动的组合,适用于改装常规摆出式汽车门,用于摆放和垂直升降操作。