A nutrient film technique hydroponic system includes a growing tower, a nutrient film generator, and a nutrient reservoir configured to hold a supply of nutrient liquid. The nutrient film generator converts a flow of nutrient liquid from the reservoir into a nutrient film flowing along an inner surface of the growing tower. Methods for cultivating plants in a hydroponic system are provided.
A nutrient film technique hydroponic system includes a growing tower, a nutrient film generator, and a nutrient reservoir configured to hold a supply of nutrient liquid. The nutrient film generator converts a flow of nutrient liquid from the reservoir into a nutrient film flowing along an inner surface of the growing tower. Methods for cultivating plants in a hydroponic system are provided.
A battery assembly for circulation of an electrolyte composition comprises a jar body having an upper and a lower end and a floor at the lower end, one or more sidewalls presenting an interior and an exterior surface, and a jar cover. The jar body defines an interior cavity disposed about a vertical axis. The battery assembly comprises two or more ports including a first port and a second port. The battery assembly also comprises one or more valve assemblies. The electrolyte composition is evacuated from the interior cavity through the first port or the second port and is replaced with additional electrolyte composition through the other port to create an electrolyte composition flow pattern within the interior cavity between the lower end and the upper end of the battery assembly.
A battery rotation system for rechargeable batteries. The system includes a plurality of battery monitors each configured to mount to a rechargeable battery, each connected to the terminals of the battery, and each including a current sensor, a voltage sensor, and a temperature sensor. The system further includes a server in wireless communication with the battery monitors to receive battery status information from the monitors. When a battery is connect to a battery charger, the battery monitor determines when the battery is ready for use. The server maintains queue information of available batteries and sends that information to a remote user device. The server also can schedule battery replacements and schedule charging times based on peak hours.
The specification discloses a watercraft drain plug system that includes two or more drain plugs, an actuator, and a cable assembly interconnecting the drain plugs and the actuator. The actuator may be operated to move the drain plugs between open and closed positions. The actuator includes a locking mechanism for securing the actuator in the closed position to prevent inadvertent opening of the drain plugs.
The specification discloses a watercraft drain plug system that includes two or more drain plugs, an actuator, and a cable assembly interconnecting the drain plugs and the actuator. The actuator may be operated to move the drain plugs between open and closed positions. The actuator includes a locking mechanism for securing the actuator in the closed position to prevent inadvertent opening of the drain plugs.
The specification discloses a hydroponic nutrient solution aeration device that has no moving parts. The aeration device includes an aerator and a converging nozzle. The aerator includes a nutrient inlet, an air inlet port, and a diverging nozzle. The converging nozzle is adjacent the diverging nozzle. The largest portion of the converging nozzle is connected to the largest portion of the diverging nozzle. The aeration device uses a relatively small volume flow rate to entrain a significant amount of air.
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Providing a website featuring on-line non-downloadable software in the field of physical asset management that enables users to collect, manage, and report information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets, namely, rechargeable electric batteries
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Downloadable computer software for physical asset management, namely, for collecting, managing, and reporting information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets in the field of rechargeable electric batteries. Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries, namely, systems comprised of water reservoirs, water tubing, water manifolds, water valves, water pumps, and couplers sold together, and replacement parts therefor. Providing a website containing on-line non-downloadable software in the field of physical asset management that enables users to collect, manage, and report information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets, namely, rechargeable electric batteries.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
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Downloadable computer software for physical asset management, namely, collecting, managing, and reporting information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets in the field of rechargeable electric batteries. Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells. Providing a website containing on-line non-downloadable software in the field of physical asset management that enables users to collect, manage, and report information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets, namely, rechargeable electric batteries.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
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Downloadable computer software for physical asset management, namely, collecting, managing, and reporting information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets in the field of rechargeable electric batteries. Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells. Providing a website containing on-line non-downloadable software in the field of physical asset management that enables users to collect, manage, and report information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets, namely, rechargeable electric batteries.
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HYDROPONIC NUTRIENT AERATION AND FLOW CONTROL DEVICE AND SYSTEM
The specification discloses a hydroponic nutrient aeration and flow control (NAFC) device and system, which both aerates and controls the flow of the hydroponic nutrient solution. The NAFC device has no moving parts. Each NAFC device mixes and aerates the nutrient from the nutrient reservoir with air and/or nutrient from one of the grow tanks. Each NAFC device additionally controls the flow of the aerated nutrient solution to the grow tank and the nutrient reservoir. The vertical position of the end of the nutrient return line in each grow tank may be adjusted to adjust the level of the nutrient solution within the grow tank.
Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely, valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells
Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely, valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells
18.
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL MONITOR, SYSTEM, AND METHOD
The specification discloses a monitor, a system, and a method for monitoring the electrolyte level in a cell of a multi-cell battery. The system may be powered by leads attached across any one or more cells of the battery. The system includes an electrically conductive probe, having its own wire, that may be installed in any battery cell. The probe is current sampled to provide one or more signals used to determine if the probe is in physical contact with the electrolyte (indicating acceptable electrolyte level). The probe may be sampled as a cathode and as an anode. The probe may be sampled using PWM (pulse width modulation). The probe may be sampled using current limiting.
G01F 23/66 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats of the free float type using mechanically actuated indicating means
H01M 2/36 - Arrangements for filling, topping-up or emptying cases with or of liquid, e.g. for filling with electrolytes, for washing-out
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G01F 1/64 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using electric or magnetic effects by measuring electrical currents passing through the fluid flowMeasuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using electric or magnetic effects by measuring electrical potential generated by the fluid flow, e.g. by electrochemical, contact, or friction effects
G01F 23/22 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water
19.
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL MONITOR, SYSTEM, AND METHOD
The specification discloses a monitor, a system, and a method for monitoring the electrolyte level in a cell of a multi-cell battery. The system may be powered by leads attached across any one or more cells of the battery. The system includes an electrically conductive probe, having its own wire, that may be installed in any battery cell. The probe is current sampled to provide one or more signals used to determine if the probe is in physical contact with the electrolyte (indicating acceptable electrolyte level). The probe may be sampled as a cathode and as an anode. The probe may be sampled using PWM (pulse width modulation). The probe may be sampled using current limiting.
G01F 1/64 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using electric or magnetic effects by measuring electrical currents passing through the fluid flowMeasuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using electric or magnetic effects by measuring electrical potential generated by the fluid flow, e.g. by electrochemical, contact, or friction effects
G01F 23/22 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water
G01F 23/66 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats of the free float type using mechanically actuated indicating means
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
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Battery electrolyte level monitor, system, and method
The specification discloses a monitor, a system, and a method for monitoring the electrolyte level in a cell of a multi-cell battery. The system may be powered by leads attached across any one or more cells of the battery. The system includes an electrically conductive probe, having its own wire, that may be installed in any battery cell. The probe is current sampled to provide one or more signals used to determine if the probe is in physical contact with the electrolyte (indicating acceptable electrolyte level). The probe may be sampled as a cathode and as an anode. The probe may be sampled using PWM (pulse width modulation). The probe may be sampled using current limiting.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G01N 27/414 - Ion-sensitive or chemical field-effect transistors, i.e. ISFETS or CHEMFETS
G01R 31/371 - Arrangements for testing, measuring or monitoring the electrical condition of accumulators or electric batteries, e.g. capacity or state of charge [SoC] with remote indication, e.g. on external chargers
G01R 31/396 - Acquisition or processing of data for testing or for monitoring individual cells or groups of cells within a battery
G01F 1/00 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow
G01R 19/165 - Indicating that current or voltage is either above or below a predetermined value or within or outside a predetermined range of values
H01M 10/20 - Semi-lead accumulators, i.e. accumulators in which only one electrode contains lead
The specification discloses a marine fluid connection system including a fitting and a connector. The fitting is cylindrical and incudes a radially extending flange. The connector includes a cylindrical body, a plurality of levers on the body, and a locking ring on the body. The levers are movable between a latched position, in which the levers are closed on the flange to lock the connector on the fitting, and an unlatched position, in which the levers are open so that the connector may be removed from the fitting. The locking ring is axially movable with respect to the body to move the latches between their latched and unlatched positons.
A44B 11/26 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts with two or more separable parts with push-button fastenings
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16L 37/127 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/138 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using an axially movable sleeve
The specification discloses a marine fluid connection system including a fitting and a connector. The fitting is cylindrical and incudes a radially extending flange. The connector includes a cylindrical body, a plurality of levers on the body, and a locking ring on the body. The levers are movable between a latched position, in which the levers are closed on the flange to lock the connector on the fitting, and an unlatched position, in which the levers are open so that the connector may be removed from the fitting. The locking ring is axially movable with respect to the body to move the latches between their latched and unlatched positons.
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16L 37/127 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/138 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using an axially movable sleeve
A44B 11/26 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts with two or more separable parts with push-button fastenings
The specification discloses a marine fluid connection system including a fitting and a connector. The fitting is cylindrical and includes a radially extending flange. The connector includes a cylindrical body, a plurality of levers on the body, and a locking ring on the body. The levers are movable between a latched position, in which the levers are closed on the flange to lock the connector on the fitting, and an unlatched position, in which the levers are open so that the connector may be removed from the fitting. The locking ring is axially movable with respect to the body to move the latches between their latched and unlatched positions.
F16L 37/088 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of a split elastic ring
F16L 37/138 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using an axially movable sleeve
F16L 37/127 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using hooks hinged about an axis
A locking fastener includes a thermoplastic fastener body, a locking coil, and a support collar. The fastener body defines a cylindrical cavity and a radially extending slot communicating with the cavity. The support collar has an arcuate portion and first and second tabs extending radially outward from the arcuate portion. The support collar is disposed within the fastener body with the arcuate portion adjacent the cavity wall and the tabs extending into the slot. The locking coil has a helical portion and first and second tangs extending radially outward from the helical portion. The helical portion of the locking coil is positioned within the support collar, and the first and second tangs extend into the slot and between the first and second tabs.
F16B 37/12 - Nuts or like thread-engaging members with thread-engaging surfaces formed by inserted coil-springs, discs, or the likeIndependent pieces of wound wire used as nutsThreaded inserts for holes
F16B 39/02 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place after screwing down
F16B 39/10 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place after screwing down by a plate or ring immovable with regard to the bolt or object
F16B 39/12 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place after screwing down by means of locknuts
F16B 39/32 - Locking by means of a pawl or pawl-like tongue
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LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR FOR BATTERY MONITORING SYSTEMS
A liquid level sensor for a liquid electrolytebattery is provided. The liquid level sensor includesa probe having a reference electrode and an electrode array. The electrode array includes a plurality of electrodes that are serially disposed in a lengthwise direction of the probe. The reference electrode is capacitively coupled to each electrode within the electrode array, such that the probe provides a capacitance that varies when the probe is immersed in a liquid level that varies in relation to the probe. The liquid level sensor can alert a user of the need to refill the battery or alert a user of the need to refill the battery in the near future. The liquid level sensor can include a series of LEDs that selectively illuminate to indicate each such condition to the user.
G01B 7/26 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring depth
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
26.
Liquid level sensor for battery monitoring systems
A liquid level sensor for a liquid electrolyte battery is provided. The liquid level sensor includes a probe having a reference electrode and an electrode array. The electrode array includes a plurality of electrodes that are serially disposed in a lengthwise direction of the probe. The reference electrode is capacitively coupled to each electrode within the electrode array, such that the probe provides a capacitance that varies when the probe is immersed in a liquid level that varies in relation to the probe. The liquid level sensor can alert a user of the need to refill the battery or alert a user of the need to refill the battery in the near future. The liquid level sensor can include a series of LEDs that selectively illuminate to indicate each such condition to the user.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G01F 23/26 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields
27.
LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR FOR BATTERY MONITORING SYSTEMS
A liquid level sensor for a liquid electrolyte battery is provided. The liquid level sensor includes a probe having a reference electrode and an electrode array. The electrode array includes a plurality of electrodes that are serially disposed in a lengthwise direction of the probe. The reference electrode is capacitively coupled to each electrode within the electrode array, such that the probe provides a capacitance that varies when the probe is immersed in a liquid level that varies in relation to the probe. The liquid level sensor can alert a user of the need to refill the battery or alert a user of the need to refill the battery in the near future. The liquid level sensor can include a series of LEDs that selectively illuminate to indicate each such condition to the user.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G01B 7/26 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring depth
G01F 23/26 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields
28.
Intelligent monitoring systems for liquid electrolyte batteries
An improved battery monitoring system for liquid electrolyte batteries is provided. The battery monitoring system includes a network of sensors for monitoring the condition or performance of a plurality of liquid electrolyte batteries, for example lead-acid batteries. The sensors are adapted to share data regarding battery condition or battery performance to a standalone device over a wireless local area network. A server in electrical communication with the standalone device receives some or all of the data for analysis, which can result in maintenance alerts and other alerts being sent to the standalone device. The improved battery monitoring system can reduce or eliminate the manual inspection of lead-acid batteries and can improve battery operation and longevity by ensuring an appropriate level of maintenance for each lead-acid battery.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01M 2/36 - Arrangements for filling, topping-up or emptying cases with or of liquid, e.g. for filling with electrolytes, for washing-out
H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
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INTELLIGENT MONITORING SYSTEMS FOR LIQUID ELECTROLYTE BATTERIES
An improved battery monitoring system for liquid electrolyte batteries is provided. The battery monitoring system includes a network of sensors for monitoring the condition or performance of a plurality of liquid electrolyte batteries, for example lead-acid batteries. The sensors are adapted to share data regarding battery condition or battery performance to a standalone device over a wireless local area network. A server in electrical communication with the standalone device receives some or all of the data for analysis, which can result in maintenance alerts and other alerts being sent to the standalone device. The improved battery monitoring system can reduce or eliminate the manual inspection of lead-acid batteries and can improve battery operation and longevity by ensuring an appropriate level of maintenance for each lead-acid battery.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G06F 15/16 - Combinations of two or more digital computers each having at least an arithmetic unit, a program unit and a register, e.g. for a simultaneous processing of several programs
G06F 15/173 - Interprocessor communication using an interconnection network, e.g. matrix, shuffle, pyramid, star or snowflake
30.
System and method for powering a device used in conjunction with a wet cell battery
The specification discloses a system and a method for powering electrical devices using the voltage difference between the cells of a wet cell battery. The system includes probes inserted into the electrolyte in different cells of the battery. The probes are electrically connected to the devices to power the devices. The probes, the devices, and/or the connecting wires may be incorporated into, or otherwise installed with, vent caps or single-point watering systems.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01M 2/12 - Vent plugs or other mechanical arrangements for facilitating escape of gases
H01M 2/36 - Arrangements for filling, topping-up or emptying cases with or of liquid, e.g. for filling with electrolytes, for washing-out
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POWERING A DEVICE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH A WET CELL BATTERY
The specification discloses a system and a method for powering electrical devices using the voltage difference between the cells of a wet cell battery. The system includes probes inserted into the electrolyte in different cells of the battery. The probes are electrically connected to the devices to power the devices. The probes, the devices, and/or the connecting wires may be incorporated into, or otherwise installed with, vent caps or single-point watering systems.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01M 2/36 - Arrangements for filling, topping-up or emptying cases with or of liquid, e.g. for filling with electrolytes, for washing-out
G01F 23/24 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of resistance of resistors due to contact with conductor fluid
G01R 31/36 - Arrangements for testing, measuring or monitoring the electrical condition of accumulators or electric batteries, e.g. capacity or state of charge [SoC]
The specification discloses an electrical connector assembly (10) including a conductive clip (100) and cover (20). The conductive clip (100) may be snap-fitted onto an intercell connector (40) in a multi-cell. The cover (20) is nonconductive and may be snap-fitted over the conductive clip (100) to protect the clip (100) and wires (70) connected to the clip (100). The cover (20) may include a wire management device (30) to guide and protect wires (70) such as those connected to the clip (100).
H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
H01R 4/26 - Connections in which at least one of the connecting parts has projections which bite into or engage the other connecting part in order to improve the contact
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01R 11/12 - End pieces terminating in an eye, hook, or fork
H01R 11/28 - End pieces consisting of a ferrule or sleeve
H01M 2/20 - Current-conducting connections for cells
H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
The specification discloses a fastener assembly including two elements. One element is an elongated body including that a gear rack and a radial stop. The other element is a nut fitted over the elongated body and including a pawl engaging the gear rack. The current embodiment includes two pairs of gear racks and two pairs of pawls. The two pairs of pawls are axially offset from one another. The elongated body and the nut are keyed to prevent relative rotation therebetween. The elongated body defines a conduit through the fastener assembly.
F16B 19/00 - Bolts without screw-threadPins, including deformable elementsRivets
F16B 39/12 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place after screwing down by means of locknuts
F16B 21/07 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the socket has a resilient part
F16L 41/12 - Joining pipes to walls or pipes, the joined pipe axis being perpendicular to the plane of a wall or to the axis of another pipe using attaching means embracing the pipe
F16B 13/04 - Dowels or other devices fastened in walls or the like by inserting them in holes made therein for that purpose with parts gripping in the hole or behind the reverse side of the wall after inserting from the front
The specification discloses an electrical connector assembly including a conductive clip and cover. The conductive clip may be snap-fitted onto an intercell connector in a multi-cell. The cover is nonconductive and may be snap-fitted over the conductive clip to protect the clip and wires connected to the clip. The cover may include a wire management device to guide and protect wires such as those connected to the clip.
H01R 11/28 - End pieces consisting of a ferrule or sleeve
H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
H01M 2/20 - Current-conducting connections for cells
H01R 4/26 - Connections in which at least one of the connecting parts has projections which bite into or engage the other connecting part in order to improve the contact
H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01R 11/12 - End pieces terminating in an eye, hook, or fork
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Providing a website featuring on-line non-downloadable software in the field of physical asset management that enables users to collect, manage, and report information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets, namely, rechargeable electric batteries
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Computer software for physical asset management, namely, collecting, managing, and reporting information regarding the life cycle, design, construction, commissioning, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and decommissioning of physical assets in the field of rechargeable electric batteries
Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes; water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells.
A locking fastener includes a fastener body (42), a locking band (44) within the fastener body, and a retainer (96) secured to the fastener body to retain the locking band within the fastener body. The locking band includes first and second tangs (72, 74) that fit within recesses (62, 64) in the fastener body to limit angular movement of the tangs. The tangs and the recesses are dimensioned to control the torque required to remove the fastener from a threaded member. The retainer defines a central circular hole corresponding to the diameter of a threaded member on which the fastener is mounted.
Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor
Water refill systems for lead-acid batteries in the nature of plumbing fittings comprising valves, tubing, manifolds, and couplers sold together and replacement parts therefor; plumbing fittings, namely, valves, couplers, water aerators for live wells and bait wells, and water flow and pressure limiters for live wells and bait wells
A locking fastener (40) includes a fastener body (42) and a locking band (44). The body includes a tangential slot (62). The locking band includes a coil portion (70) and first and second tangs (66,68) extending tangentially from the coil portion. The first tang extends into the slot to limit angular movement of the first tang with respect to the body. When the locking fastener is turned in a loosening direction with sufficient torque, the second tang contacts the fastener body to open the coil portion and to allow removal of the locking fastener.
A self-locking threaded fastener (40) that can be driven using conventional driving tools. The threaded fastener includes a fastener body (42) and a locking band (44). The body includes a) a threaded portion (54) and an unthreaded portion (56) and b) an aperture extending radially from the unthreaded portion. The locking band includes a curved portion within the unthreaded portion of the fastener body and a tang (66) extending into the aperture to limit angular movement of the tang with respect to the body. The curved portion terminates at an end having a range of radial movement with respect to the fastener body. When the threaded fastener is turned in a loosening direction, the locking band inhibit loosening of the threaded fastener.
F16B 37/12 - Nuts or like thread-engaging members with thread-engaging surfaces formed by inserted coil-springs, discs, or the likeIndependent pieces of wound wire used as nutsThreaded inserts for holes
F16B 39/20 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place after screwing down by means of steel wire or the like
F16B 39/32 - Locking by means of a pawl or pawl-like tongue
A battery electrolyte monitor including a probe and a control circuit. The control circuit includes a capacitive element within the probe. The probe is acid resistant, and therefore the probe protects the capacitive element from contact with the battery electrolyte. The control circuit periodically charges and discharges the capacitive element using direct current. Depending on at least one of a charging characteristic and a discharging characteristic, the control circuit determines the electrolyte level. If the electrolyte is below a desired minimum level, the control circuit illuminates an indicator light.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
G01F 23/26 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields
A battery vent cap capable of push-in installation and turn-out removal. The cap includes bayonet tabs. The tabs in turn each include a ramp portion to facilitate movement of the cap bayonet tabs past bayonet tabs in a battery vent port as the vent cap is inserted into the port axially without substantial rotation. The interfitting bayonet tabs retain the vent cap within the vent port and also permit the vent cap to be unscrewed and removed from the vent port. In a preferred embodiment, the vent cap includes a swivel connector to which a watering hose may be connected. The swivel enables the vent cap to be unscrewed from the vent portion without having to remove the watering hose from the swivel connector.
The specification discloses a locking threaded fastener (10) including a body (12), a coil spring (14), and a compression ring (16). The body is hex-shaped (18) and defines a partially threaded bore (24), an external circumferential groove (32), and a passage (34) extending radially between the bore and the groove. The coil spring is located within the bore and includes a first end (38) angularly fixed with respect to the body and a second end (40) extending through the passage and into the groove. The compression ring is located within the groove and defines an opening (44) receiving the second end of the coil spring. The compression ring is free to move within the groove and includes portions that extending radially outwardly beyond the flats (22) of the hex shape. When a conventional wrench is engaged with the hex shape, the wrench compresses the compression ring to prevent relative angular movement between the ring and the body.
A single point watering assembly for a monobloc battery having a plurality of cell access ports each have a top edge. The assembly includes a manifold and a plurality of valve cartridges. The manifold overlies the access ports and includes extensions each extending into one of the access ports. Each valve cartridge is supported by one of the manifold extensions and is located below the top edge of the respective access port. Consequently, the assembly presents a low profile extending above the battery.
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LOW PROFILE MANIFOLD FOR SINGLE POINT WATERING SYSTEM FOR LEAD-ACID BATTERIES
A single point watering assembly for a monobloc battery having a plurality of cell access ports each have a top edge. The assembly includes a manifold and a plurality of valve cartridges. The manifold overlies the access ports and includes extensions each extending into one of the access ports. Each valve cartridge is supported by one of the manifold extensions and is located below the top edge of the respective access port. Consequently, the assembly presents a low profile extending above the battery.
A single point watering assembly for a monobloc battery having a plurality of cell access ports each have a top edge. The assembly includes a manifold and a plurality of valve cartridges. The manifold overlies the access ports and includes extensions each extending into one of the access ports. Each valve cartridge is supported by one of the manifold extensions and is located below the top edge of the respective access port. Consequently, the assembly presents a low profile extending above the battery.
A locking threaded connection (a) providing free relative rotation in a first direction, (b) preventing unintended relative rotation in a second opposite direction, and (c) enabling intended relative rotation in the second direction. The connection includes male (102) and female (104) threaded portions and a helical spring (106) therebetween. The spring (106) is sized and configured to interfit with the male (102) and female (104) threads. The spring (106) enables relative rotation in the first direction, but prevents relative rotation in the second direction. If removability is desired, the spring (106) is provided with an accessible tang (110), enabling the locking force of the spring to be released.
The specification discloses a tire inflation pressure regulator facilitating precise tire inflation. The regulator (10) includes a body, a two-position valve within the body, and a rotational lock. The body includes an air inlet (51), an air outlet (33), and an air vent (48). In one position, the valve directs air from the air inlet (51) to the air outlet (33) when the tire pressure is below a preset level; and, in a second position, the valve directs air from the air inlet (51) to the air vent (48) when the tire pressure exceeds the preset level to prevent overfilling. The rotational lock enables the regulator to be screwed onto a tire stem (12), but prevents removal of the regulator from the tire stem (12) without a key. The regulator preferably includes a cap (22) removably sealed over the air inlet (51) and the air vent (48) to prevent the undesired loss of air.
F16K 15/20 - Check valves specially designed for inflatable bodies, e.g. tyres
B60C 23/00 - Devices for measuring, signalling, controlling, or distributing tyre pressure or temperature, specially adapted for mounting on vehiclesArrangement of tyre inflating devices on vehicles, e.g. of pumps or of tanksTyre cooling arrangements
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System and method for establishing plumbing kit specifications
A system and method for establishing plumbing kit specifications for kits containing plastic hose or tubing for installation on boats, RVs or other uses where ruler markings are imprinted longitudinally along the outside surface of stock hose. The ruler markings can be spaced approximately one inch, or other distance, and can include a series of numerals such as 1-12 or 1-11 followed by a repeat symbol. The sequence can repeat indefinitely along the length of the hose. The method allows a length specification for a particular hose segment to be generated by cutting a piece of stock hose at a particular starting ruler mark, clamping or connecting it in place, and then completing the installation of the segment by cutting the second end to the correct length and clamping or connecting it in place. The length can then be computed by reading the ruler marks on the installed hose. This information can be entered as part of the specification for a hose kit.
A method and apparatus for performing a manufacturing operation at a plurality of locations along the length of a previously fabricated flexible conduit. The apparatus comprises a driving mechanism, a manufacturing station, and a support device. The conduit is first fed through the manufacturing station. The manufacturing station then performs the manufacturing operation at a plurality of locations along the length of the conduit. The support device within the conduit is not attached to any other structure and provides structural support at the manufacturing station during the manufacturing operation and remains at a generally fixed axial and functional location while the conduit continues to move axially.
A method and apparatus for performing a manufacturing operation at a plurality of locations along the length of a flexible conduit results in a prefabricated conduit assembly having integrally joined fittings or other manufactured components. The apparatus comprises a driving mechanism, a manufacturing station, and a support device. The conduit is first fed through the manufacturing station and may move either continuously or intermittently. The manufacturing station then performs the manufacturing operation at a plurality of locations along the length of the conduit. The support device within the conduit provides structural support at the manufacturing station during the manufacturing operation and remains at a generally fixed axial and functional location while the conduit continues to move axially. A prefabricated conduit assembly having an elongated conduit body and a plurality of fittings or other manufactured components spaced along the length of the conduit body is useful for simplified installation in single point battery watering systems or other fluid distribution systems.
