公开(公告)号：WO2012091795A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-05

申请号：PCT/US2011/059199

申请日：2011-11-03

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas L. ,  NIEHAUS, William A.

Inventor： PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas L. ,  NIEHAUS, William A.

IPC: F24F13/02 ,  F16L11/02

CPC classification number: F24F13/0218 ,  F16L3/18 ,  F16L11/00 ,  F16L11/02 ,  F16L11/10 ,  F16L55/00 ,  F24F7/06 ,  F24F7/065 ,  F24F13/0245 ,  F24F13/0254 ,  F24F2221/26 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T137/0402

Abstract: Pliable-wall air ducts with internal expanding structures are disclosed. An example air duct system includes a shaft to be disposed within an air duct, to extend in a longitudinal direction, and to be in longitudinal compression. The air duct system also includes a plurality of ribs to be coupled to the shaft and to engage an inner surface of the air duct and a spring to be disposed within the air duct, the spring to be coupled to the shaft. The spring under stress being a contributing factor in both the shaft being in longitudinal compression and the air duct being in longitudinal tension. A method of retrofitting an existing air duct system with internal expanding structure is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有内部扩展结构的柔性壁空气管道。 示例性空气管道系统包括设置在空气管道内的轴，以沿纵向方向延伸并且被纵向压缩。 空气管道系统还包括多个肋，其将被联接到轴并且与空气管道的内表面接合并且弹簧设置在空气管道内，弹簧将联接到轴。 在应力下的弹簧是轴处于纵向压缩和空气管道处于纵向张力的因素。 还公开了一种改进具有内部扩展结构的现有风道系统的方法。

公开(公告)号：WO2012009267A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-19

申请号：PCT/US2011/043542

申请日：2011-07-11

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  HEIM, Frank ,  HERMES, Michael ,  JACOBSON, Michael, A. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

Inventor： GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  HEIM, Frank ,  HERMES, Michael ,  JACOBSON, Michael, A. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

IPC: F24F13/02 ,  F24F13/06

CPC classification number: F24F13/0218 ,  B32B1/08 ,  B32B3/10 ,  B32B5/02 ,  B32B2255/02 ,  B32B2255/26 ,  B32B2262/0276 ,  B32B2307/546 ,  B32B2419/00 ,  B32B2597/00 ,  F16L11/02 ,  F24F13/0281 ,  F24F13/06 ,  Y10T428/24273

Abstract: In some example pliable air duct systems, inflatable ducts of various diameters and lengths are created by selectively assembling pre-existing stock pieces in different combinations. In some examples, the stock pieces include disconnectable longitudinal joints and disconnectable circumferential joints, wherein the longitudinal joints enable interconnecting multiple stock pieces to achieve a desired tube diameter, and the circumferential joints allow connecting multiple tube segments end-to-end to produce an air duct assembly of a desired length. To control the volume and/or the direction of air discharged from the duct, the duct assembly, in some examples, includes an adjustable register comprising a movable pliable sheet that overlies a discharge opening in a pliable sidewall of the duct. In some examples, the inflatable duct includes one or more cutout patterns on the duct's sidewall to provide guidance in creating a sidewall discharge opening of a proper size and location.

Abstract translation: 在一些示例性柔韧的空气管道系统中，通过以不同的组合方式选择性地组装预先存在的库存件来创建各种直径和长度的可膨胀管道。 在一些示例中，原料片包括可断开的纵向接头和可断开的圆周接头，其中纵向接头能够互连多个原料片以实现期望的管直径，并且圆周接头允许首尾相连地连接多个管段以产生空气 所需长度的管道组件。 为了控制从管道排出的空气的体积和/或方向，在一些示例中，管道组件包括可调节的套准器，该可调节的套准器包括位于管道的柔韧侧壁中的排出开口上方的可移动柔性片。 在一些示例中，可充气管道在管道的侧壁上包括一个或多个切口图案，以提供创建适当尺寸和位置的侧壁排放开口的指导。

公开(公告)号：WO2012006348A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-12

申请号：PCT/US2011/043067

申请日：2011-07-06

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  KAUFMANN, Nicholas, L. ,  RITT, Brenda, L. ,  PINKALLA, Cary ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  HEIM, Frank ,  NIEHAUS, William, A. ,  LUX, Matthew

Inventor： KAUFMANN, Nicholas, L. ,  RITT, Brenda, L. ,  PINKALLA, Cary ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  HEIM, Frank ,  NIEHAUS, William, A. ,  LUX, Matthew

IPC: F24F13/02 ,  G06F17/50

CPC classification number: F24F13/02 ,  G06F17/5004 ,  G06F17/509 ,  G06F2217/34

Abstract: Example methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture to determine pliable air duct configurations are disclosed. A disclosed example method involves determining a first quantity of adjustable air outlet duct sections to configure an air delivery duct system when an operating mode identifier is received. The operating mode identifier is associated with an amount of air delivered by the air delivery duct system into targeted areas. The first quantity of adjustable air outlet duct sections is based on an airflow rate value and the operating mode identifier. The airflow rate value is indicative of airflow through an air delivery duct system. Each adjustable air outlet duct section includes at least one adjustable air outlet having at least one size- adjustable orifice.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定柔韧气管构造的示例性方法，装置和制品。 所公开的示例性方法包括当接收到操作模式标识符时，确定第一数量的可调节空气出口管道部分以配置空气输送管道系统。 操作模式标识符与由空气输送管道系统输送到目标区域中的空气量相关联。 第一数量的可调节出风管段基于气流速率值和操作模式标识符。 气流速率值表示通过空气输送管道系统的气流。 每个可调整的空气出口管段包括至少一个具有至少一个尺寸可调孔口的可调节空气出口。

公开(公告)号：WO2013067172A2

公开(公告)日：2013-05-10

申请号：PCT/US2012/063050

申请日：2012-11-01

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas L. ,  NIEHAUS, William A.

Inventor： PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas L. ,  NIEHAUS, William A.

IPC: F16L3/00 ,  B23P19/00

CPC classification number: F16L11/02 ,  F24F13/02 ,  F24F13/0218 ,  F24F13/0254 ,  F24F2221/14 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Pliable-wall air ducts with suspended frames are disclosed herein. An example air duct system includes an air duct having a pliable sidewall. The pliable sidewall has a total weight. The example air duct system includes a framework to be disposed within the air duct. The framework includes a shaft to extend in the longitudinal direction, a rib to engage an inner surface of the air duct and a plurality of spokes to connect the rib to the shaft. The example air duct system a plurality of hangers. Each hanger comprises an elongate member having an upper section and a lower section. The lower section is to be coupled to the framework via access through a corresponding opening defined by the pliable sidewall. Most of the total weight of the pliable sidewall is to be carried by the framework.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了具有悬挂框架的柔性壁空气管道。 示例性空气管道系统包括具有柔韧侧壁的空气管道。 柔韧的侧壁具有总重量。 示例性空气管道系统包括要布置在空气管道内的框架。 框架包括沿纵向方向延伸的轴，肋与空气管道的内表面接合，以及多个辐条以将肋连接到轴。 示例性风道系统具有多个衣架。 每个衣架包括具有上部和下部的细长构件。 下部通过通过由柔性侧壁限定的对应开口的接合而联接到框架。 大部分柔韧侧壁的总重要由框架承载。

公开(公告)号：WO2005033460A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-14

申请号：PCT/US2004/029997

申请日：2004-09-10

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  DONDLINGER, Jason, T. ,  JANSEN, Tom ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J.

Inventor： DONDLINGER, Jason, T. ,  JANSEN, Tom ,  HEIM, Frank ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J.

IPC: E06B7/23

CPC classification number: E06B7/2318 ,  F25D21/04 ,  F25D23/087

Abstract: A door for a cold storage locker or other applications includes an inflatable or fluid-filled seal system. The seal system comprises a network of pliable tubular seals that expand as air or another fluid is forced air through the seals. Expansion of the seals provides a more positive seal. To inhibit frost from accumulating near the seals, the seals are kept relatively warm by continuously circulating fluid through the seals regardless of whether the door is open or closed. In some cases, the fluid within the seals is heated.

Abstract translation: 用于冷藏储物柜或其他应用的门包括充气或充满液体的密封系统。 密封系统包括柔性管状密封件的网络，其随着空气或另一种流体被强制通过密封件而膨胀。 密封件的膨胀提供更积极的密封。 为了防止霜在密封件附近积聚，密封件通过连续循环流体通过密封件而保持相对温暖，而不管门是打开还是关闭。 在某些情况下，密封件内的流体被加热。

公开(公告)号：WO2013067172A3

公开(公告)日：2013-10-03

申请号：PCT/US2012063050

申请日：2012-11-01

Applicant: RITE HITE HOLDING CORP ,  PINKALLA CARY ,  HEIM FRANK ,  GEBKE KEVIN J ,  KAUFMAN NICHOLAS L ,  NIEHAUS WILLIAM A

Inventor： PINKALLA CARY ,  HEIM FRANK ,  GEBKE KEVIN J ,  KAUFMAN NICHOLAS L ,  NIEHAUS WILLIAM A

IPC: F24F13/02

CPC classification number: F16L11/02 ,  F24F13/02 ,  F24F13/0218 ,  F24F13/0254 ,  F24F2221/14 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Pliable-wall air ducts with suspended frames are disclosed herein. An example air duct system includes an air duct having a pliable sidewall. The pliable sidewall has a total weight. The example air duct system includes a framework to be disposed within the air duct. The framework includes a shaft to extend in the longitudinal direction, a rib to engage an inner surface of the air duct and a plurality of spokes to connect the rib to the shaft. The example air duct system a plurality of hangers. Each hanger comprises an elongate member having an upper section and a lower section. The lower section is to be coupled to the framework via access through a corresponding opening defined by the pliable sidewall. Most of the total weight of the pliable sidewall is to be carried by the framework.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了具有悬挂框架的柔性壁空气管道。 示例性空气管道系统包括具有柔韧侧壁的空气管道。 柔韧的侧壁具有总重量。 示例性空气管道系统包括要布置在空气管道内的框架。 框架包括沿纵向方向延伸的轴，肋与空气管道的内表面接合，以及多个辐条以将肋连接到轴。 示例性风道系统具有多个衣架。 每个衣架包括具有上部和下部的细长构件。 下部通过通过由柔性侧壁限定的对应开口的接合而联接到框架。 大部分柔韧侧壁的总重要由框架承载。

公开(公告)号：WO2012018480A1

公开(公告)日：2012-02-09

申请号：PCT/US2011/043543

申请日：2011-07-11

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  HEIM, Frank ,  KLOPFENSTEIN, Jeffrey ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

Inventor： HEIM, Frank ,  KLOPFENSTEIN, Jeffrey ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

IPC: F24F13/06

CPC classification number: F24F13/0218 ,  F16L55/027 ,  F24F7/065 ,  F24F2013/0608

Abstract: Example air duct systems for supplying conditioned air to comfort zones include various example inflatable tubes with various example dampers. The dampers move noticeably slowly and/or its opening is delayed to reduce the rate at which the tube is inflated by a supply air blower. Depending on the particular example, the damper can be either at the inlet end of the tube or at the tube's opposite end. In some examples, the damper is controlled by an actuator that is powered by air or driven by an electric motor.

Abstract translation: 用于将调节空气供应到舒适区域的示例性空气管道系统包括具有各种示例性阻尼器的各种示例性可充气管。 阻尼器缓慢地移动和/或其开口被延迟以降低管由供气鼓风机膨胀的速率。 根据具体的例子，阻尼器可以在管的入口端处或在管的相对端。 在一些示例中，阻尼器由由空气供电或由电动机驱动的致动器控制。

公开(公告)号：WO2011139442A3

公开(公告)日：2012-01-05

申请号：PCT/US2011030747

申请日：2011-03-31

Applicant: RITE HITE HOLDING CORP ,  PINKALLA CARY ,  HEIM FRANK ,  STEPHAN IRENE E ,  GEBKE KEVIN J ,  JACOBSON MICHAEL A ,  KAUFMAN NICHOLAS L ,  NIEHAUS WILLIAM A

Inventor： PINKALLA CARY ,  HEIM FRANK ,  STEPHAN IRENE E ,  GEBKE KEVIN J ,  JACOBSON MICHAEL A ,  KAUFMAN NICHOLAS L ,  NIEHAUS WILLIAM A

IPC: F24F13/068 ,  F16L11/00 ,  F24F13/02 ,  F24F13/075 ,  F24F13/10

CPC classification number: F24F13/0218 ,  F16L11/02 ,  F24F13/0209 ,  F24F13/0245 ,  F24F13/0254 ,  F24F13/068 ,  F24F13/075 ,  F24F13/10 ,  F24F2013/0608 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: In some example pliable air duct systems, inflatable ducts of various diameters and lengths are created by selectively assembling pre-existing stock pieces in different combinations. In some examples, the stock pieces include disconnectable longitudinal joints and disconnectable circumferential joints, wherein the longitudinal joints enable interconnecting multiple stock pieces to achieve a desired tube diameter, and the circumferential joints allow connecting multiple tube segments end-to-end to produce an air duct assembly of a desired length. To control the volume and/or the direction of air discharged from the duct, the duct assembly, in some examples, includes an adjustable register comprising a movable pliable sheet that overlies a discharge opening in a pliable sidewall of the duct. In some examples, the inflatable duct includes one or more cutout patterns on the duct's sidewall to provide guidance in creating a sidewall discharge opening of a proper size and location.

Abstract translation: 在一些示例性的柔性空气管道系统中，通过以不同的组合选择性地组装预先存在的原料而产生各种直径和长度的可充气管道。 在一些示例中，原料包括可断开的纵向接头和可断开的圆周接头，其中纵向接头使得能够互连多个坯料以实现期望的管直径，并且圆周接头允许端对端连接多个管段以产生空气 所需长度的管道组件。 为了控制从管道排出的空气的体积和/或方向，在一些示例中，管道组件包括可调整的寄存器，其包括位于管道的柔性侧壁中的排出口的可移动的柔韧片。 在一些示例中，可充气管道在管道的侧壁上包括一个或多个切口图案，以在产生适当尺寸和位置的侧壁排出口处提供引导。

公开(公告)号：WO2011139442A2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-10

申请号：PCT/US2011/030747

申请日：2011-03-31

Applicant: RITE-HITE HOLDING CORPORATION ,  PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  STEPHAN, Irene, E. ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  JACOBSON, Michael, A. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

Inventor： PINKALLA, Cary ,  HEIM, Frank ,  STEPHAN, Irene, E. ,  GEBKE, Kevin, J. ,  JACOBSON, Michael, A. ,  KAUFMAN, Nicholas, L. ,  NIEHAUS, William, A.

IPC: F24F13/068 ,  F24F13/075 ,  F24F13/10 ,  F24F13/02 ,  F16L11/00

CPC classification number: F24F13/0218 ,  F16L11/02 ,  F24F13/0209 ,  F24F13/0245 ,  F24F13/0254 ,  F24F13/068 ,  F24F13/075 ,  F24F13/10 ,  F24F2013/0608 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: In some example pliable air duct systems, inflatable ducts of various diameters and lengths are created by selectively assembling pre-existing stock pieces in different combinations. In some examples, the stock pieces include disconnectable longitudinal joints and disconnectable circumferential joints, wherein the longitudinal joints enable interconnecting multiple stock pieces to achieve a desired tube diameter, and the circumferential joints allow connecting multiple tube segments end-to-end to produce an air duct assembly of a desired length. To control the volume and/or the direction of air discharged from the duct, the duct assembly, in some examples, includes an adjustable register comprising a movable pliable sheet that overlies a discharge opening in a pliable sidewall of the duct. In some examples, the inflatable duct includes one or more cutout patterns on the duct's sidewall to provide guidance in creating a sidewall discharge opening of a proper size and location.

Abstract translation: 在一些示例性的柔性空气管道系统中，通过以不同的组合选择性地组装预先存在的原料而产生各种直径和长度的可充气管道。 在一些示例中，原料包括可断开的纵向接头和可断开的圆周接头，其中纵向接头使得能够互连多个坯料以实现期望的管直径，并且圆周接头允许端对端连接多个管段以产生空气 所需长度的管道组件。 为了控制从管道排出的空气的体积和/或方向，在一些示例中，管道组件包括可调节的寄存器，其包括位于管道的柔性侧壁中的排出开口的可移动的柔韧片。 在一些示例中，可充气管道在管道的侧壁上包括一个或多个切口图案，以在产生适当尺寸和位置的侧壁排出口处提供引导。