公开(公告)号：US11480273B2

公开(公告)日：2022-10-25

申请号：US16535475

申请日：2019-08-08

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： Chris Zuzelski ,  Gary M. Jenski, Jr. ,  William T. Flynn ,  William H. Newsome

IPC: F16L59/065 ,  F16L19/02 ,  F16L59/18

Abstract: A fluid coupling includes a first adapter, a second adapter, an inner sleeve connected to the first adapter and the second adapter, a nut connected to the first adapter and the second adapter, a sealing member connected to one of the first adapter and the second adapter, and/or an outer sleeve connected to the nut. The outer sleeve may include a chamber provided between an inner wall of the outer sleeve and an outer wall of the outer sleeve.

公开(公告)号：US11280438B2

公开(公告)日：2022-03-22

申请号：US16949475

申请日：2020-10-30

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： Gary M. Jenski, Jr. ,  William T. Flynn

IPC: F16L37/36 ,  F16L37/34

Abstract: A quick disconnect coupling can include a first part and a second part. The first part can define a primary fluid passageway and a secondary fluid passageway and can include a first valve movable between open and closed positions to control flow through the first part secondary fluid passageway. The second part can define a second part defining a primary fluid passageway and a secondary fluid passageway and can include a second valve movable between open and closed positions to control flow through the second part secondary fluid passageway. In one aspect, the second part is removably connectable to the first part such that, when connected the first and second part primary passageways are placed in fluid communication with each other and the first and second valves are operable between the open and closed positions to selectively place the secondary fluid passageways of the first and second parts in fluid communication with each other.

公开(公告)号：US11619332B2

公开(公告)日：2023-04-04

申请号：US17169755

申请日：2021-02-08

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： Gary M. Jenski, Jr.

IPC: F16L29/04 ,  F16L37/34 ,  F16L37/23

Abstract: A fluid coupling may comprise a first assembly, a second assembly and a retainer. The first assembly may include first ratchet teeth and a body with external threads. The second assembly may include second ratchet teeth and a nut with internal threads. The second ratchet teeth may be configured to engage the first ratchet teeth. The internal threads may be configured to engage the external threads. The retainer may include at least one floating lobe configured to be positioned between the external and internal threads. At least one floating lobe may include first and second lobes, which may have a semi-circular structure and may be configured in a ring configuration. In embodiments, the second assembly includes a valve sleeve; a seal is disposed between the body and valve sleeve; and, upon connection, a sealing surface angle is provided between a portion of the body and a portion of the sleeve.

公开(公告)号：US11199283B2

公开(公告)日：2021-12-14

申请号：US16949478

申请日：2020-10-30

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： Gary M. Jenski, Jr. ,  William T. Flynn

IPC: F16L37/36 ,  F16L37/34

Abstract: A quick disconnect coupling can include a first part and a second part. The first part can define a primary fluid passageway and a secondary fluid passageway and can include a first valve movable between open and closed positions to control flow through the first part secondary fluid passageway. The second part can define a second part defining a primary fluid passageway and a secondary fluid passageway and can include a second valve movable between open and closed positions to control flow through the second part secondary fluid passageway. In one aspect, the second part is removably connectable to the first part such that, when connected the first and second part primary passageways are placed in fluid communication with each other and the first and second valves are operable between the open and closed positions to selectively place the secondary fluid passageways of the first and second parts in fluid communication with each other.

公开(公告)号：US11892116B2

公开(公告)日：2024-02-06

申请号：US16816418

申请日：2020-03-12

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： William H. Newsome ,  Gary M. Jenski, Jr.

IPC: F16L57/04 ,  F16L37/40

CPC classification number: F16L57/04 ,  F16L37/40

Abstract: A fluid coupling includes a first coupling member, a second coupling member configured for connection with the first coupling member, and a sleeve disposed at least partially around the first coupling member and/or the second coupling member. In embodiments, the sleeve may include a first flame-retardant layer, a second flame-retardant layer, a third flame-retardant layer, and at least one reinforcement of a non-rubber, rigid material.

公开(公告)号：US11435019B2

公开(公告)日：2022-09-06

申请号：US16937935

申请日：2020-07-24

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： Jason C. Gauss ,  Gary M. Jenski, Jr.

IPC: F16L37/22 ,  F16L37/32 ,  F16L37/40 ,  B33Y80/00 ,  F01L3/08 ,  F16K15/02

Abstract: A valve guide for a coupling including a circular, longitudinally extending portion, including a substantially circular channel extending therethrough; a ring portion; a plurality of ports radially disposed around a centerline of the valve guide; and one of more collar supports disposed radially about the circular, longitudinally extending portion. The valve guide comprises a unitary one-piece component. A male portion for a coupling that includes a valve guide with integral assembly support and a method for assembling a coupling assembly are also disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US11408544B2

公开(公告)日：2022-08-09

申请号：US17083664

申请日：2020-10-29

Applicant: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor： William H. Newsome ,  Gary M. Jenski, Jr.

IPC: F16L29/04 ,  F16L57/04 ,  F16J15/06 ,  F16J15/02 ,  F16L37/413 ,  F16J15/08 ,  F16J15/10

Abstract: A fluid coupling including a first adapter, a second adapter configured to selectively connect with and disconnect from the male adapter, an inner sleeve, a first seal between the first adapter and the inner sleeve, a second seal between the second adapter and the inner sleeve, and at least one thermally-activated seal between two of the first adapter, the second adapter, and the inner sleeve. During normal operation, the at least one thermally-activated seal may be spaced apart from at least one of the two of the first adapter, the second adapter, and the inner sleeve. At or above a predetermined temperature, the thermally-activated seal may be configured to expand to create a seal between the two of the first adapter, the second adapter, and the sleeve.