Abstract:
An eco-friendly wall panel system may comprise a plurality of panels, horizontal joints and panel clips which are all fabricated from the same sheet of material. For example, the panels may initially be fabricated from the phenolic sheets. After the maximum quantity of panels has been fabricated from any one sheet, the remaining portion of the phenolic sheet may be used to fabricate the horizontal runners and the panel clips which may be smaller than the panels. As such, as much of the phenolic sheet is being used to fabricate the system. Hence, the process and the product are both eco-friendly.
Abstract:
The present disclosure describes a clamp assembly for connecting at least one downhole tool to a tubing in a well. The clamp assembly is provided with a first clamp part, a second clamp part, a hinge assembly and a fastener.The first clamp part has at least one connection capable of receiving and securing the at least one downhole tool. The first clamp part also has a first inner clamp surface.The second clamp part has a second inner clamp surface extending between the third side and the fourth side. The hinge assembly connects a first side of the first clamp part to a third side of the second clamp part and is configured to permit the first clamp part and the second clamp part to be moved to a closed position and an open position to receive the tubing. The fastener connects a second side of the first clamp part to the fourth side of the second clamp part when the first clamp part and the second clamp part are in the closed position. The first inner clamp surface and the second inner clamp surface are sized and dimensioned to grip the tubing when the first clamp part and the second clamp part are in the closed position. Further, the hinge assembly and the fastener are adapted to permit longitudinal movement between 1/32 of an inch and 1/4 of an inch of the first clamp part relative to the second clamp part to form a self-tightening action.
Abstract:
A connecting device (10) for manufacturing a peeling-stress-resistant connection between two components (12, 14) comprises a carrier (16), which comprises a first surface (18) and a second surface (20) opposing the first surface (18). The connecting device (10) further comprises a plurality of hook and loop elements (22), which extend both from the first and the second surface (18, 20) of the carrier (16) and each have at their free ends facing away from the first or the second surface (18, 20) of the carrier (16) a hook and loop head (24), which is arranged to enter into a hook and loop connection with a component (12, 14) consisting of a fibre- reinforced composite material.
Abstract:
A fastening device (10) which is suitable, in particular, for use in aircraft construction and comprises a carrier (12) which is composed of a rollable or foldable material and has a first surface (16), intended for abutting against a component (32) to be connected to the fastening device (10), and a second surface (18) opposite the first surface (16), a plurality of openings (14) being formed in the carrier (12) and passing through the carrier (12). Furthermore, the fastening device (10) comprises a plurality of heads (22), provided with an internal thread (20), which are connected to the carrier (12) or formed integrally with the carrier (12) and which extend in such a manner from the second surface (18) of the carrier (12) that the internal threads (20) of the heads (22) are aligned with the openings (14) passing through the carrier (12).
Abstract:
A self-rimming sink (400) includes a basin (401) and a rim (430) extending outwardly from an upper end of the basin in a relatively horizontal orientation. The rim is configured to be placed on top of a countertop (290) for supporting the sink. The self-rimming sink also includes an apron (440) coupled to the rim and defining a front portion of the sink. The apron has a front surface (442) extending vertically below the rim and laterally between a first side surface (451) and an opposite second side surface (461). The first and second side surfaces each having a front vertical lip (457) that extends laterally to an outer periphery of the rim and a rear side wall portion. The rear side wall portion is recessed relative to the front vertical lip and the outer periphery of the rim.
Abstract:
An apparatus for making and using a fastener suitable for use in airplane manufacture or repair that is coated with a pre-mixed moisture cure sealant. The sealant layer is coated with a frangible moisture barrier that will break apart when the fastener is installed, thus exposing the sealant to a moisture source. Once exposed to moisture, the sealant will begin to cure. Preferred embodiments also provide a premature cure indicator that provides a visual indication that the outer moisture resistant layer has been damaged.
Abstract:
A coupling (10) for receiving and retaining the end of a conduit. The coupling (10) includes a leading body part (12), a grab ring (14), a sealing ring (16), a trailing body part (18) and a sleeve (11). The trailing body part (18) has an outer surface portion (46) which is inclined to diverge outwardly and a rear face (20) that extends from a trailing end of the outer surface (46), and that faces axially. The sleeve (11) extends circumferentially around the leading body part (12), the grab ring (14), the sealing ring (16) and the trailing body part (18). The sleeve (11) includes a forward end (24) for engaging the leading body part (12) a first axial portion (23) which extends from the forward end (24), an inclined portion (22) which extends from the axial portion (23) and which is inclined complimentary to the outer surface portion (46). The sleeve (11) further includes a trailing end portion (21) that extends from the inclined portion (22) to overlie the rear face (20) of the trailing body part (18) in close facing relationship. The sleeve (11) is operable to resist movement of the leading and trailing body parts (12, 18) axially away from each other.
Abstract:
The object of the invention is a mechanical fixing interface (1) for fixing a machinery brake (2) in a hoisting machine, a machinery brake (2), and a method for installing the machinery brake. The fixing interface (1) is formed in the frame part (6) of the hoisting machine. The fixing interface (1) comprises two fixing surfaces (7) for receiving the fixing lugs (8A, 8B) of the machinery brake, and between the fixing surfaces (7) is a space for the machinery brake (2).
Abstract:
Described herein are apparatuses and methods of creating fibers, such as microfibers and nanofibers. The methods discussed herein employ centrifugal forces to transform material into fibers. Apparatuses that may be used to create fibers are also described. The apparatuses and methods described herein may be used to simultaneously create microfibers and nanofibers.
Abstract:
A shock mount support assembly for a shock absorber of a suspension assembly of an axle/suspension system includes a shock support bracket formed with an opening. A fastener is disposed through the opening in the shock support bracket and an eyelet of the lower end of the shock absorber to loose-fit the shock support bracket to the shock absorber, and to the suspension assembly beam in a transverse direction. The shock support bracket includes at least one transversely elongated or oversized opening that aligns with an opening formed in the beam. A fastener is disposed through the pair of aligned openings in order to loose-fit attach the shock support bracket to the beam. During assembly, the eyelet fastener is tightened first drawing the shock support bracket transversely outboardly. The fastener disposed through the shock support bracket-to-beam attachment is tightened, rigidly attaching the shock support bracket to the suspension assembly.