RAYCONNECT FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
Inventor
Zhang, Chao
Que, Feng
Abstract
The present application provides a connector assembly which includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector includes a first connector body and a locking sleeve. The locking sleeve is rotatably retained on the first connector body and includes a locking slot and a guiding protrusion. The locking slot is provided in a tubular wall of the locking sleeve, and the guiding protrusion is arranged at an axial end of the tubular wall and is adjacent to the locking slot. The second connector includes a second connector body, and the second connector body includes a locking protrusion arranged at its outer periphery. During the insertion of the second connector body between the locking sleeve and the first connector body along the axial direction, the locking sleeve can rotate in response to the locking protrusion pushing the guiding protrusion, to allow the locking protrusion to move along the guiding protrusion and into the locking slot. The locking protrusion can engage with the locking slot to prevent the second connector body from disengaging from the locking sleeve. The connector assembly can achieve the blind-mating connection between the first connector and the second connector, and the connection operation is convenient.
F16L 37/084 - 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
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
F16L 37/34 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the lift valves being of the sleeve type, i.e. a sleeve being telescoped over an inner cylindrical wall
F16L 37/35 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the valves having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
A clip (20) for securing a photovoltaic panel to a fixture is provided. The clip (10) includes a central portion (12) having a pair of opposite lateral ends (14, 15) and opposite front and back longitudinal ends (16, 17). A pair of side walls (18) extends from the lateral ends (14, 15) of the central portion (12). A longitudinally extending jaw (26) is formed in each of the side walls (18). Each jaw (26) defines a C-shaped slot (28). A terminal portion (34) extends outwardly from each of the side walls (18). At least one engagement member (38) extends from each of the terminal portions (34). The central portion (12) and the side walls (18) together have an open cross-section, and the clip (10) is compressible and expandable in a lateral direction.
The invention relates to a pin (1) comprising a metal body (10) extending along an elongation axis between a first end (101) and a second end (102), and having an upper face (103) and a lower face opposite to the upper face (103), the pin (1) comprising: - a substantially planar central section (11), - two intermediate sections (13) each extending laterally from the central section (11) and in a diverging manner with respect to each other, and so as to allow the stacking of at least two pins (1) in a stacking direction perpendicular to the central sections of the pins (1); - latching means arranged on both of the two intermediate sections (13) and configured to hold the pins (1) together in pairs by latching when they are stacked.
F16B 19/02 - Bolts or sleeves for positioning of machine parts, e.g. notched taper pins, fitting pins, sleeves, eccentric positioning rings
F16B 21/12 - Means without screw-thread for preventing relative axial movement of a pin, spigot, shaft, or the like and a member surrounding it; Stud-and-socket releasable fastenings without screw-thread by separate parts with locking-pins or split-pins thrust into holes
F16B 21/14 - Means without screw-thread for preventing relative axial movement of a pin, spigot, shaft, or the like and a member surrounding it; Stud-and-socket releasable fastenings without screw-thread by separate parts with locking-pins or split-pins thrust into holes - Details of locking-pins or split-pins
F16B 2/16 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening using rollers or balls
RAYCONNECT FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
A. RAYMOND ET CIE (France)
Inventor
Zhang, Chao
Abstract
A connector device is provided according to the present disclosure, which includes a floating connector assembly and a mating connector assembly. The floating connector assembly includes a base, a floating connector, a first floating unit, and a second floating unit. The first floating unit includes a through hole for receiving the floating connector and is configured to allow the floating connector to move in a radial direction of the through hole and to tilt relative to an axial direction of the through hole. The second floating unit is configured to be movable relative to the base in a direction perpendicular to the base plane. The mating connector assembly includes a mating connector. A valve assembly is provided in the floating connector and a valve unit is provided in the mating connector. The valve assembly and the valve unit are configured to be switched to an open state after the floating connector is connected with the mating connector. The second floating unit is movable to varied floating positions relative to the base after the valve assembly and the valve unit are both switched to the open state, so as to compensate for assembly deviations in the direction perpendicular to the base plane. Therefore, the connector device can absorb assembly deviations in all directions.
F16L 29/04 - Joints with fluid cut-off means with a cut-off device in each of the two pipe ends, the cut-off devices being automatically opened when the coupling is applied
F16L 37/56 - Couplings of the quick-acting type for double-walled or multi-channel pipes
F16L 39/00 - Joints or fittings for double-walled or multi-channel pipes or pipe assemblies
The invention relates to an incline wedge comprising: - a first planar section (2) intended to be fastened to the wall incline having a generally rectangular shape; - a retaining section (3) provided with a second section (4) having a generally rectangular shape and connected by one of its edges to an edge of the first section (2), referred to as the first edge (6), by means of an angled section (7), the retaining section (3) further comprising a clamping section (8) folded back from one edge of the second section (4), referred to as the third edge (9), opposite the second edge (5), and against the second section (4) so as to form a fastening clip, the angled section (7) being designed to adjust the angular orientation between the first section (2) and the second section (4) by means of the deformation of said section (7).
E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elements; Sub-structures therefor; Fastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
The present invention relates to a fastening part (100) for fastening a first part to a second part having a hole, comprising a body which comprises: a head (20) having a rear surface intended for being positioned opposite the first part, and a shaft (60) extending from the rear surface of the head (20) and intended for being inserted into the hole. The shaft (60) comprises fins (62) which project from the shaft (60), and at least one fin (62) comprises, at its free end, a double head (63) which acts as a thread.
F16B 13/02 - Dowels or other devices fastened in walls or the like by inserting them in holes made therein for that purpose in one piece with protrusions or ridges on the shaft
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
The present invention relates to a fastening clip (100), for holding a panel (10) clamped by one of its faces, named a contact face, against a rail (1) comprising at least two grooves (2a, 2b), the fastening clip comprises: - two opposite walls (40), which extend along an axis AA'; - a plate (60), which connects directly the two walls (40) by their lower ends; - two lateral wings (20), which laterally extend the two walls (40) from their upper ends in two opposite directions and away from each other, the lateral wings being intended to rest against a useful face of the panel opposite the contact face; - two attachment feet (70), which extend divergently towards the lateral wings (20) and are suitable to be received each by one said groove (2a, 2b); wherein the fastening clip (100) is a one-piece construction.
The invention relates to a holding part (100) which comprises: - a main portion (110) that extends along an elongation axis A and comprises a first side wall (111), the first side wall (111) having a first inner face (112) and a first outer face (113) as well as a first upper edge (114A) parallel to the elongation axis A, wherein the main portion comprises two transverse walls (118A, 118B) that are perpendicular to the elongation axis and define a passage open at the rear face (102) for the insertion of a clamping element of the fastening kit, wherein the transverse walls comprise a holding edge (119A, 119B) defining a holding plane and against which the clamping element is intended to exert a force; and - a first side flange (116) extending the main portion laterally and intended to bear against a useful face of the panel opposite the contact face.
A spray nozzle is provided. The spray nozzle has a head including a face having a nozzle array and an inner channel in fluid communication with the nozzle array. The nozzle array includes a plurality of nozzles. Each nozzle is defined by an interior opening, an exterior opening, and an outlet channel extending therebetween. Each nozzle has a longitudinal axis extending in a direction extending between the interior opening and the exterior opening. The outlet channel is connected to the inner channel at the interior opening. A cross-sectional shape of the outlet channel taken perpendicular to the longitudinal axis varies from the interior opening to the exterior opening.
B05B 1/02 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops
10.
ELEMENT FOR ANCHORING A PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL ON A RAIL
The invention relates to an anchoring element (20), suitable for cooperating with a fastening element provided with a tie rod, for holding a photovoltaic panel against a rail, the rail forming a main groove whose internally curved edges form secondary grooves, the anchoring element (20) comprising: - a substantially flat main plate (21) and; - two lateral wings (22, 23) laterally continuing the main plate (21) via two lateral sides, the two wings extending in a divergent manner each towards their contact end (22A, 23A), each contact end being intended to be in abutment in one of the secondary grooves; - and at least one holding element directly joining the two lateral wings (22, 23) and configured to oppose a spreading force liable to be exerted on the two lateral wings (22, 23).
An improved quick connector is provided. The quick connector includes a connector body, a connector head, a verification tab, and a locking clip. The connector body can be coupled to the connector head at multiple rotational orientations, and the connector head includes a retainer ring integrally formed therein. The connector head further includes an axial slot for the verification tab and includes first and second tangential slots for the locking clip. Upon insertion of a male fitting in the connector head, the verification tab is slideably displaced from a concealed position to a visible position, and the locking clip prevents retraction of the male fitting from the connector head.
The invention relates to a heat exchange device, comprising: - a main member (10) provided with a planar assembly face, comprising aluminium, and forming a fluid circulation channel leading into a port arranged on the assembly face; - a connection end piece comprising a connection base, the connection base comprising a connection face through which a connection channel opens, the connection base being assembled with the main member (10) by means of an adhesive substance linking an assembly zone of the assembly face that is peripheral to the port to a connection zone of the connection face that is peripheral to the port, the opening and the port being in correspondence with each other, the adhesive substance comprising an adhesive that is either epoxy or polyurethane or acrylic or hybrid, the hybrid adhesive comprising at least two chemical functions chosen from one of epoxy, cyanoacrylate, acrylic and polyurethane.
The invention relates to a grounding means (2) for a fuel line (4) of a vehicle, with at least one electrically conductive fixing element (6), with an electrically conductive connecting element (8), with at least one electrically conductive mounting element (10), wherein the at least one fixing element (6) is attachable to a fuel line (4), wherein the at least one mounting element (10) is attachable to a ground connection (12), wherein the at least one fixing element (6) and the at least one mounting element (10) are electrically connected by the connecting element (8), characterised in that the connecting element (8) is elastic. Further, the invention relates to a vehicle with a fuel pipe (4) connected to a ground connection (12) by a grounding means (2) according to the invention.
F02M 37/00 - Apparatus or systems for feeding liquid fuel from storage containers to carburettors or fuel-injection apparatus; Arrangements for purifying liquid fuel specially adapted for, or arranged on, internal-combustion engines
H01R 13/00 - ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or
The invention relates to a removable connection device for connecting two adjacent cells of a battery pack, each provided with a terminal. The two terminals are arranged symmetrically with respect to the plane P, while the connection device is symmetrical with respect to a plane S. The connection device comprises a coupling element held by an insulation housing. In particular, the coupling element, configured to be coupled in a sliding connection in a direction X with the two terminals, comprises a contact member and a spring member. The contact member is configured to establish electrical contact between said two terminals, while the spring member is configured to press the contact member against the two terminals. The insulation housing is configured to allow the coupling element to be handled for coupling in sliding connection by one side, referred to as the coupling side, with the two terminals.
H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
H01M 50/507 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing comprising an arrangement of two or more busbars within a container structure, e.g. busbar modules
H01M 50/249 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
H01M 50/55 - Terminals characterised by the disposition of the terminals on the cells on the same side of the cell
H01M 50/553 - Terminals adapted for prismatic, pouch or rectangular cells
H01M 50/517 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells by fixing means, e.g. screws, rivets or bolts
15.
PACKAGING INSTALLATION FOR CAPS AND BOTTLES FOR PHARMACEUTICAL USE AND METHOD FOR FILLING AND SEALING SUCH BOTTLES
The invention relates to a method for filling and sealing a plurality of bottles for pharmaceutical use, the method comprising the following steps: a) positioning, in a filling station, a first plate defining retaining recesses that receive the bottles, b) filling the bottles with a pharmaceutical product, in the filling station, c) picking up caps which are housed in storage recesses formed on an upper face of a second plate, each cap being extracted from the second plate and positioned on a bottle after it has been filled, d) when the storage recesses are empty of any caps, positioning the lower face of the second plate over the caps, themselves placed on the bottles, each cap being received in a position-maintaining recess formed on the side corresponding to the lower face, and e) applying a pressing force to the upper face of the second plate in order to collectively lock the caps on the bottles. The invention also relates to a collective packaging installation compatible with the above-mentioned method and comprising a first plate for holding the bottles for pharmaceutical use and a second plate for holding the caps.
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
B65B 3/00 - Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans or jars
B65B 43/54 - Means for supporting containers or receptacles during the filling operation
B65B 55/12 - Sterilising contents prior to, or during, packaging
B65D 71/70 - Trays provided with projections or recesses in order to assemble multiple articles, e.g. intermediate elements for stacking
A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular way; Accessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
B65B 3/04 - Methods of, or means for, filling the material into the containers or receptacles
B65B 31/02 - Filling, closing, or filling and closing, containers in chambers maintained under vacuum or superatmospheric pressure or containing a special atmosphere, e.g. of inert gas
B65D 25/10 - Devices to locate articles in containers
16.
METHOD AND APPARATUS TO CLEAN ADDITIVELY MANUFACTURED COMPONENTS
The invention relates to a method to clean additively manufactured components (2), especially resin-based additively manufactured components (2), comprising the steps of: Attaching at least one additively manufactured component (2) to at least one holder (4), submerging the at least one additively manufactured component (2) into a cleaning agent (6) contained in a container (8), providing a gas (10) to at least one bubble generator (12) placed in the container (8) below the at least one holder (4), inserting bubbles (14) made of the gas (10) from the at least one bubble generator (12) into the cleaning agent (6), removing spare material, especially spare resin, from the at least one additively manufactured component (2) by the cleaning agent (6) and the bubbles (14). Further, the invention relates to an apparatus for cleaning additively manufactured parts (2).
B08B 3/10 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration
B08B 3/12 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration by sonic or ultrasonic vibrations
B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
ARAYMOND INDUSTRIAL FASTENING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
Inventor
Zheng, Li
Wang, Wei
Abstract
Provided is a mounting member. The mounting member is formed by stamping a metal plate and comprises a top wall and side walls extending from the top wall; the side walls comprise reception slots used for at least partially receiving a supporting beam to allow the mounting member to be mounted on the supporting beam; the top wall comprises a fastening hole for allowing passage of a fastener, enabling a photovoltaic panel frame to be fastened to the supporting beam. By means of providing the fastening hole on the mounting member, weakening of the supporting beam can be prevented, and the position of the mounting member can be flexibly adjusted according to an aggregate mounting tolerance or the position of a photovoltaic module without needing to re-make a fastening hole on-site, and thereby smooth installation of a large number of photovoltaic modules can be ensured.
The invention relates to a one-piece attachment device (10) for a photovoltaic panel, the attachment device comprising: - a barrel (11) comprising a tapped passage (12) which extends along an axis of elongation XX' of the barrel; - a main plate (13) comprising a face, referred to as the front face (15), from which the barrel extends, the main plate comprising an opening making the tapped passage accessible from a rear face of the main plate that is opposite to the front face; - two tongues (16, 17) each secured, by an elbowed section (18, 19), to the main plate, the two tongues being diametrically opposite one another with respect to the axis of elongation and facing the rear face, each tongue being configured, once the barrel and the main plate are inserted into the attachment groove, to house, with the rear face, one of the attachment edges.
F24S 25/63 - Fixation means, e.g. fasteners, specially adapted for supporting solar heat collector modules for fixing modules or their peripheral frames to supporting elements
Then invention relates to a system (100) for packaging medical devices (10), comprising a tub and at least one support tray (20) which is arranged in the tub and configured to hold a plurality of medical devices (10). The support tray (20) is further provided with one or more magnetic elements (21, 22) that are intended to interact with a magnetic gripping tool on the side of an upper face (20a) of the support tray (20) and/or are intended to interact with the plurality of medical devices (10) to keep them rigidly attached to the support tray (20) by means of magnetic attraction.
The invention relates to a fluidic delivery system for cleaning surfaces of a vehicle, the delivery system comprising: - a main tank with a main volume and intended to store a cleaning fluid at a pressure called main pressure; - two secondary tanks, respectively called the first tank (3) and the second tank (4), each with a secondary volume, smaller than the main volume; - filling means configured to allow selective filling of the first tank (3) or the second tank (4) with cleaning fluid; - compression means configured to selectively inject air into the first tank (3) and the second tank (4); - dispensing means configured to selectively dispense from the first tank (3) or the second tank (4) cleaning fluid and air for cleaning surfaces.
A pass through assembly confirmation quick connector comprising a pass through tube (12) having a cylindrical outer surface (20), a tubular locking ring (14) disposable on the outer surface of the pass through tube, a twist-lock mount (16) releasably connecting the pass through tube and the locking ring, and a confirmation ring (18) releasably connected to the locking ring, wherein twisting the locking ring relative to the pass through tube moves the locking ring between an unlocked position and a locked position, wherein the confirmation ring secures the locking ring in the locked position.
An electrical connector (10) includes a lock assembly (40) impaired from prematurely moving relative to the connector (10) to trigger deployment of a primary lock (50) of the lock assembly (40), which deployment secures that connector (10) to another connector (10). The lock assembly (40) can be part of a sleeve (41) slidably mounted to the connector (10). The primary lock (50) can include a locking arm (31) that lockably engages the other connector (10) to secure the connectors (20) in a fixed connection. The primary lock (50) is operable in a retracted mode where it does not interfere with movement of the locking arm (31). A secondary lock (60) is operable in a blocked mode where it engages a stop (61) of the other connector (10) to impair movement of the lock assembly (40) relative to the connector (10), and a freed mode where it clears the stop (61) so lock assembly (40) can move relative to the connector (10) to transition to the fixed connection. A related method of use is provided.
The invention relates to a closure cap (2) for a flask-type medical device, comprising: - an elastomeric stopper intended to be inserted into the neck of the flask after it has been filled with a pharmaceutical or chemical product; - a plastic locking cuff surrounding the stopper and intended to be locked under a collar of the flask when the stopper is inserted into the neck; and - a magnetic material (24) secured to or fully or partially integrated into the stopper or the locking cuff.
A quick connector assembly for mating with a male end form includes a housing having an inner bore for receiving the male end form. The inner bore includes first and second sections. A locker slidably engages the exterior surface of the housing and is movable between unlocked and locked positions. A seal pack including a first sealing ring, a second sealing ring, and a spacer sandwiched between the first and second sealing rings is disposed in the first section. A floating retaining ring is partially disposed within the second section. The retaining ring includes an elongated boss that extends axially into the first section and abuts the first sealing ring for retaining the seal pack in the first section. In the unlocked position, the elongated boss of the retaining ring prevents the first sealing ring from being displaced out of the first section of the inner bore.
The invention relates to a connection device (10) which comprises: - a housing (20); - a connection element (30); - a clamping clip (40); - a movable element (50) which comprises two lateral wings on either side of the clamping clip (40), the movable element (50) being able to take a raised position and a lowered position, the lowered position being a position in which the movable element (50) leaves the clamping clip (40) in its free state, whereas the raised position is a position in which the lateral wings have a spacing, called the first spacing, that is greater than a spacing, called the second spacing, observed in the lowered position, and exert on each of the clamping wings a force opposing the spring action which causes the clamping wings to be spaced apart.
H01R 13/18 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure with the spring member surrounding the socket
H01R 13/193 - Means for increasing contact pressure at the end of engagement of coupling part
H01R 12/89 - Coupling devices connected with low or zero insertion force contact pressure producing means, contacts activated after insertion of printed circuits or like structures acting manually by moving connector housing parts linearly e.g. slider
26.
ROTATING SUPPORT FOR THE ORIENTATION OF A SHAFT SUPPORTING A SOLAR PANEL
The invention relates to a rotating support (10) for the orientation of a shaft supporting a solar panel: - a clamp (20) which comprises an internal surface (21) that is rotationally symmetrical about a main axis; - a rotating element (30) mounted in the clamp (20), and provided with a peripheral surface that is rotationally symmetrical about the main axis; - controllable, advantageously mechanical, friction means, configured to impose a friction associated with a first or a second static friction torque on the peripheral surface and/or the internal surface (21) and opposing the rotation of the rotating element (30), the first static friction torque being less than the second static friction torque.
The invention relates to a coupling device (1) comprising: - a hollow body (2) defining a housing (3) which comprises an opening (4); - a locking ring (6) arranged in the housing and intended to engage with an inserted tube; - a first stop (7); - a cartridge (12) against which the tube is intended to butt in order to impose a connection state on the cartridge, the cartridge being able to slide between a first and a second position, the passage of the cartridge (12) from the second position to the first position causing the locking ring (6) to butt against the first stop (7), and the passage of the cartridge from the first position to the second position placing the locking ring (6) at a distance from the first stop (7); - a spring (14) exerting a force against the cartridge (12).
F16L 37/092 - 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 elements wedged between the pipe and the frusto-conical surface of the body of the connector
The invention relates to a pre-retaining clip which is in the form of a sleeve, comprising a substantially cylindrical tubular body (20) having an opening (50) along its axis. The clip (100) comprises at least one spring element (40) on the outer surface of the body (20), the spring element (40) projecting from the outer surface of the body (20) and being capable of being deformed towards the axis of the body (20); and the clip (100) further comprises at least one protrusion (60) on the inner surface of the body (20), and said at least one protrusion (60) is capable of being tapped when a threaded rod having an outer diameter of the thread larger than the inner diameter of the opening (50) is screwed into the opening (50).
F16B 37/04 - Devices for fastening nuts to surfaces, e.g. sheets, plates
B25B 23/00 - TOOLS OR BENCH DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, FOR FASTENING, CONNECTING, DISENGAGING, OR HOLDING - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
F16B 19/02 - Bolts or sleeves for positioning of machine parts, e.g. notched taper pins, fitting pins, sleeves, eccentric positioning rings
The invention relates to a fastening device (100) intended to be mounted on a support (120) provided with a bore (140), comprising a body (50) having an opening (54) in the axial direction, the opening being able to receive a stud (300), - the device having anchors (20) that are able to be retracted in the radial direction of the body, the anchors having clips (52), and the anchors protruding from the external wall of the body, - the anchors being arranged such that the clips allow clip-fastening at the thread root of the stud (300) when the anchors work in bending and allow the stud to pass through, and such that the anchors prevent the clips from moving so as to be in opposition with respect to the axis of the stud, when the anchors work in compression, - the device having a first umbrella (40) which is separated from the anchors by a distance in the axial direction of the body.
A nozzle assembly (10) for cleaning a vehicle surface is provided. The nozzle assembly (10) includes a nozzle head (12) including a manifold (20) comprising an internal cleaning media passage (22) having a plurality of cleaning media passageways (24), a cleaning media inlet (36), and a plurality of nozzles (26, 28, 30, 32, 34) carried by the nozzle head (12), each of the plurality of nozzles (26, 28, 30, 32, 34) fed by one of the plurality of cleaning media passageways (24) and having at least one outlet through which cleaning media is sprayed. At least one of the nozzles (26, 28, 30, 32, 34) provides a different flow rate, flow type, pressure, direction, or spray pattern of cleaning media, collectively creating a multi-functional spray of cleaning media.
B60S 1/56 - Cleaning windscreens, windows, or optical devices specially adapted for cleaning other parts or devices than front windows or windscreens
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
31.
AUTOMATIC VALVE FOR CLEANING THE SENSOR SURFACES OF AN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE
The invention relates to an automatic valve which comprises a valve body provided with a fluid duct. The valve body comprises a diaphragm configured to seal off the fluid duct when it is in the closed position and to enable a fluid to flow in the fluid duct when it is in the open position. Moreover, the automatic valve comprises an actuator. The latter is provided with a stop, a spring and a piston. The piston is configured to move between an engaged position and a disengaged position. Moreover, the actuator also comprises activation means configured to cause the piston to move towards its disengaged position so as to enable the diaphragm to adopt the open position. Finally, the actuator comprises a damping body, positioned between the second end and the stop, having a rigidity below that of the main body.
An improved cable routing fastener is provided. The cable routing fastener includes a base portion having an integral torsion element and includes a rotatable clip, for example a fir-tree clip, integrally joined to the torsion element. The torsion element includes first and second torsion bars on opposing sides of the clip, such that clip is rotatable relative to the base portion from a first position to a second position in response to an applied torque. The clip extends laterally outward from the base portion in the first position and extends downward from the base portion in the second position. The base portion and the clip are co-molded in the first position as a unitary article, with the clip being manually rotatable into the second position for attachment to an object, for example a vehicle panel or a vehicle pillar.
F16L 3/10 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing divided, i.e. with two members engaging the pipe, cable or protective tubing
H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
RAYCONNECT FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
A. RAYMOND ET CIE (France)
Inventor
Zhang, Jun
Que, Feng
Abstract
A connector (100) is provided according to the present application. The connector is adapted to be connected with a tubular counterpart (200), and includes: a tubular body (102) defining a central axis and having a plug end (110) in an axial direction along the central axis; a locking arm (104) provided on an outer side of the tubular body and having a first locking portion (112); a connecting arm (106), through which the locking arm is connected with the tubular body; a support portion (108) arranged on the outer circumference of the tubular body. The first locking portion of the locking arm is configured to engage with a second locking portion (202) on the outer circumference of the counterpart when the plug end of the tubular body is inserted into the counterpart along the axial direction and the first locking portion reaches a locking position, so as to prevent the connector from disengaging from the counterpart. The support portion is configured to support the connecting arm when the first locking portion is in the locking position and the connector and the counterpart have a tendency to disengage from each other.
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 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
RAYCONNECT FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
A. RAYMOND ET CIE (France)
Inventor
Zhang, Chao
Abstract
The present application provides a connector assembly which includes a female connector and a male connector for connecting with the female connector. The female connector includes: a housing; a first tubular body received within and fixed to the housing; and a locking sleeve rotatably sleeved outside the first tubular body and including a guiding groove and a locking groove. The guiding groove and the locking groove are arranged on a circumferential wall of the locking sleeve and are connected to each other. The male connector includes: a casing; and a second tubular body received within and fixed to the casing and including a locking protrusion arranged on an outer periphery thereof. The locking protrusion moves along the guiding groove and drives the locking sleeve to rotate until the locking protrusion enters the locking groove while the second tubular body is inserted between the locking sleeve and the first tubular body, and the locking protrusion engages with the locking groove after entering the locking groove to prevent the second tubular body from disengaging from the locking sleeve. The connector assembly according to the present application can conveniently realize the connecting and locking of the female connector and the male connector in a small operation space.
F16L 37/34 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the lift valves being of the sleeve type, i.e. a sleeve being telescoped over an inner cylindrical wall
The invention relates to a container (100) for packaging a plurality of medical devices (10), each consisting of a vial and a cap, the container comprising: - a tub (30) having a bottom (31) and a storage space (34); - a sealing film (60); - a plurality of cells (40) which are arranged on the bottom (31) for holding the vials upright in the storage space (34); - a tray (50) which is arranged above the vials in the storage space (34) and configured to hold a cap opposite each vial, the tray (50) being removable and capable of adopting two altitudes (A1, A2) with respect to the bottom (31) of the tub (30).
B65B 3/00 - Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans or jars
B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glassware; Droppers
B65B 7/00 - Closing containers or receptacles after filling
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes - Details; Accessories therefor
A cable routing fastener includes a body and an optional arm extending therefrom, a head projecting from the body, a cover adjacent the arm so movement of the cover is temporarily restricted by the arm, and a cable connector. The body inserts into an aperture in a panel and positions the head and cable connector adjacent the panel. The head includes an indicia element indicating assembly status of the fastener, i.e., whether it is properly installed or not. The cover conceals the element in a concealed mode, and moves relative to the head to an exposed mode so the indicia element is exposed for reading. The arm moves when the body is inserted so the arm no longer interferes with movement of the cover, so the cover can be moved by a user, transitioning from the concealed mode to the exposed mode. A related method of use is provided.
Battery unit, in particular in a high current power supply system, the battery unit having an electrode (5), the electrode (5) comprising a clamp (11), • the clamp (11) having a transition section (20) connecting • a first leg (22) arranged at one end of the transition section (20), • to a second leg (23) arranged at the opposite end of the transition section (20), • the transition section (20) and/or the first leg (22) and/or the second leg (23) being elastically deformable, • the clamp (11) having a first state, in which a reference part (24) of the first leg (22) is distanced from a reference part (25) of the second leg (23) by a first amount, • the clamp (11) having a second state, in which the reference part (24) of the first leg (22) is distanced from the reference part (25) of the second leg (23) by a second amount that is different from the first amount, the transition section (20) and/or the first leg (22) and/or the second leg (23) being further elastically deformed in the second state than in the first state.
H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
Connector (3) suitable to hold a busbar (4) in contact with another conductor in a high current power supply system, in particular a battery unit, in particular with an electrode (5) of a battery or with a further busbar (4), the connector (3) comprising a clamp (11), • the clamp (11) having transition section (20) connecting • a first leg (22) arranged at one end of the transition section (20), • to a second leg (23) arranged at the opposite end of the transition section (20), • the transition section (20) and/or the first leg (22) being elastically deformable, • the clamp (11) having a first state, in which a reference part (24) of the first leg (22) is distanced from a reference part (25) of the second leg (23) by a first amount, • the clamp (11) having a second state, in which the reference part (24) of the first leg (22) is distanced from the reference part (25) of the second leg (24) by a second amount that is different from the first amount, the transitions section (20) and/or the first leg (22) being further elastically deformed in the second state than in the first state, • the transition section (20) having a width in a width direction that extends at an angle to a line that connects the one end with the opposite end of the transition section (20), the connector further comprising a spacer (12), the spacer (12) being moveable between a first position and a second position, the spacer (12) being in contact with a part of the first leg (22) when the clamp (11) is in the second state and the spacer (12) is in the first position, characterized in that the spacer (12) • is designed to be rotated from the first position into the second position or is designed to be moved linearly from the first position into the second position along a retraction direction, the retraction direction pointing at least partially in the width direction and/or at least partially pointing towards the transition section (20) or is designed to perform a combined rotational and linear movement from the first position into the second position.
H01M 50/209 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for prismatic or rectangular cells
H01M 50/249 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
H01M 50/296 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders characterised by terminals of battery packs
H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
H01M 50/517 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells by fixing means, e.g. screws, rivets or bolts
A contact system for electrically connecting in a high current power supply system, in particular a battery unit (2), the contact system comprising a busbar (4), an electrode (5) and a clamp (11), the clamp (11) having at least two clamp legs (22, 23, 27), at least one of which being elastically moveable so as to vary an interspace between the clamp legs (22, 23, 27), the busbar (4) and the electrode (5) and at least one of the clamp legs (22, 23, 27) having a respective contact surface contacting a further one of the contact surfaces, at least one of the clamp leg contact surface, the busbar contact surface and the electrode (5) contact surface having a protrusion (6) contacting the respective other one of the contact surfaces, the protrusion (6) being convex in two mutually vertical sectional planes.
The invention relates to a device (100) for connecting a terminal of a battery module (1) to an electrical conductor. The connection device comprises a longitudinal insulation body (20) having at least one housing (24) for receiving the terminal, and an electrical conductor (10) arranged in the longitudinal body (20). The connection device (100) further comprises a connection arrangement made up of an electrical connector (30) configured to be inserted into the housing and to make electrical contact between the terminal and the electrical conductor (10) in order to electrically connect them, and a latch (40). A visual lock indicator (50) is arranged on the longitudinal body (10) so as to be at least partially concealed by the latch (40) in a first latch position and to be fully exposed in a second latch position.
H01M 50/507 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing comprising an arrangement of two or more busbars within a container structure, e.g. busbar modules
H01M 50/514 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells
H01M 50/517 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells by fixing means, e.g. screws, rivets or bolts
H01R 4/50 - Clamped connections; Spring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
H01R 11/28 - End pieces consisting of a ferrule or sleeve
H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
H01R 43/027 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for connecting conductors by clips
41.
DEVICE FOR CONNECTING AN ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR TO AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR, THE DEVICE BEING PROVIDED WITH A VISUAL INDICATOR OF PROPER ASSEMBLY
The invention relates to a device (100) for connecting an electrical conductor (2) to an electrical connector (1), the electrical conductor (2) being provided with a pair of notches. The device (100) comprises a lock formed of two arms (4a, 4b) that are able to be moved away from one another and to close back over the second element in order to be accommodated in the notches thereof and to place the lock in a locking configuration. The device comprises a visual locking indicator (5) formed of at least one pattern (5a, 5b). The visual locking indicator (5) is entirely exposed only when the lock is in the locking configuration.
H01R 13/20 - Pins, blades, or sockets shaped, or provided with separate member, to retain co-operating parts together
H01M 50/00 - Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the non-active parts of electrochemical cells other than fuel cells, e.g. hybrid cells
The invention relates to a device (100) for connecting a terminal (2) of a battery module (1) to an electrical conductor (10), the terminal (2) having a U-shape defining an inner contact surface, the connection device comprising: a longitudinal insulation body (20) having at least one housing (24, 24') for receiving the terminal; a flexible electrical conductor (10) disposed in the longitudinal body (20), said electrical conductor (10) comprising a pair of flexible contact blades (13) intended to be arranged in the U of the terminal and to make contact with the inner contact surface of the terminal (2). The device (100) further comprises at least one connecting element (30) configured to be inserted in a connection position into the housing (24, 24') and between the flexible blades of the at least one pair of flexible contact blades in order to keep them pressed against the inner contact surface of the terminal (2).
H01M 50/502 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteries; Interconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing
H01M 50/514 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells
H01M 50/517 - Methods for interconnecting adjacent batteries or cells by fixing means, e.g. screws, rivets or bolts
H01R 4/50 - Clamped connections; Spring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
H01R 11/28 - End pieces consisting of a ferrule or sleeve
H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
H01R 43/027 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for connecting conductors by clips
43.
FLOW CONTROL VALVE AND SYSTEM FOR CLEANING A VEHICLE SURFACE
The present disclosure provides a flow control valve for controlling the flow of a cleaning media, such as controlling the flow of cleaning media to a nozzle positioned to distribute the cleaning media to a vehicle surface. The nozzle is integrated with the flow control valve. Vehicles and systems incorporating a flow control valve are also provided.
B60S 1/54 - Cleaning windscreens, windows, or optical devices using gas, e.g. hot air
B60S 1/56 - Cleaning windscreens, windows, or optical devices specially adapted for cleaning other parts or devices than front windows or windscreens
B05B 1/08 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops of pulsating nature, e.g. delivering liquid in successive separate quantities
B05B 9/03 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquid or other fluent material without essentially mixing with gas or vapour characterised by means for supplying liquid or other fluent material
F16K 31/40 - Operating means; Releasing devices actuated by fluid in which fluid from the conduit is constantly supplied to the fluid motor with electrically-actuated member in the discharge of the motor
44.
INTEGRATED NOZZLE ASSEMBLY FOR SENSOR CLEANING SYSTEM
A bracket assembly for an integrated LIDAR and camera-based sensing system is provided. The bracket assembly can be mounted to a LIDAR sensor and includes a camera housing. The bracket assembly also includes a plurality of liquid spray nozzles and a plurality of air blower ducts. The plurality of liquid spray nozzles discharge a cleaning liquid (e.g., washer fluid) toward the exterior surface of the LIDAR sensor and the camera sensor, and the plurality of air ducts discharge compressed air toward the exterior surface of the LIDAR sensor and the camera sensor. The liquid spray nozzles and the air ducts cooperate to clear foreign matter from the LIDAR sensor and the camera sensor despite being close to the edge of each such sensor.
A camera nozzle assembly (100) for cleaning a camera lens is provided. The camera nozzle assembly includes a bracket mount (110) and a nozzle assembly (120). The bracket mount includes a camera aperture (146) for the camera lens and can be mounted to a vehicle. The nozzle assembly is joined to the bracket mount and includes a spray nozzle (160) and an air duct (154). The spray nozzle discharges a cleaning liquid, and the air duct discharges compressed air, each being discharged at a shallow angle relative to a camera lens. The cleaning liquid and the compressed air cooperate to remove foreign matter from the exterior surface of the camera lens, optionally for front-bumper cameras, side-view cameras, rear-bumper cameras, and cameras for semi-autonomous and autonomous operation of passenger vehicles, trucks, buses, and commercial vehicles.
A fluid nozzle assembly (10) for cleaning a LIDAR sensor is provided. The nozzle assembly includes a plurality of spray nozzles (14) that are interchangeably received within press-fit openings of a nozzle manifold. At least one of the spray nozzles provides a flat fan spray pattern and another one of the spray nozzles provides a narrow jet, collectively creating a multi-functional spray pattern. In another embodiment, a blower bracket is provided. The blower bracket includes a blower box and a plurality of selectable air nozzle adaptors. The air nozzle adaptors are joined to the blower box along a periphery of the blower box sidewall. The air nozzle adaptors include at least one barbed fitting for attachment to an air hose. The blower bracket provides a variety of configurations for use in specific locations in an overhead or rear tiara.
The invention relates to a photovoltaic panel fastener (60) and to a panel module mounting device. The panel fastener, capable of engaging with threaded fasteners to fasten a panel assembly frame (10) to a support structure (20), comprises: a main body (11); a threaded fitting (62) which extends perpendicularly to the body and has a passage for receiving the threaded fastener, and the inner wall of the passage of which is provided with an internal thread; a pair of clamping elements (63) extending from the end surface of the body and being disposed along the first direction and being symmetrical with respect to the central axis of the threaded fitting; and a pair of support elements (64) being disposed along the second direction and being symmetrical with respect to the central axis. Each support element is connected to a clamping element and extends beyond the free end of the clamping element.
An improved quick connector is provided. The quick connector includes an assembly check that is partially received within an input end of a connector body. The assembly check includes a pull tab and a shielding portion. Upon insertion of a male connector within the input end of the connector body, assembly check retracts from the input end of the connector body and can be manually removed via the pull tab. Once removed from the connector body, a machine readable verification indicia can be read. The verification indicia is visible on an underside of the shielding portion or visible on the connector body once the shielding portion is removed.
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
An improved fastener clip (10) for a side curtain airbag is provided. The fastener clip includes a head portion (12) and a body portion (14) having first and second expansion legs (18, 20). During installation, the fastener clip is manually inserted through aligned openings in an airbag attachment member and a body panel. When a bolt is threaded into the fastener clip, the head portion engages an upper surface of the airbag attachment member and the expansion legs flex laterally outward and engage an underside of the body panel. Spring tabs (28, 30) extend from the head portion and absorb vibrations to provide a secure attachment over the life of the fastener clip.
The present disclosure provides a nozzle assembly including a unitary nozzle body having multiple flow channels therein. Spray nozzles are mounted to outlet ports of the flow channels, such as via a snap-fit connection. The spray nozzles can be keyed with the outlet ports to align them in a predetermined position and lock the spray nozzles and the nozzle body together radially. Vehicles and systems incorporating a nozzle assembly are also provided.
An improved quick connector (10) with code verification is provided. The quick connector includes a connector body (12), a connector sleeve (14), and a sliding lock latch (16). The connector body includes a verification indicia on its outer surface, and the connector sleeve is movable over the connector body and includes an indicator window (24) that aligns with the verification indicia. The sliding lock latch is moveable from an unlatched position to a latched position through transverse openings (40, 36) in the connector sleeve and the connector body. The sliding lock latch includes first and second wing elements (18) to prevent clockwise and counter-clockwise rotation of the connector sleeve relative to the connector body. The sliding lock latch also includes a locking tab (20) on its outer surface to prevent retraction of the connector sleeve from the connector body.
F16L 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangements; Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
G01V 15/00 - Tags attached to, or associated with, an object, in order to enable detection of the object
B60R 16/00 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for
52.
FLUID DISPENSING ELEMENT, CONTROL VALVE AND DISPENSING CONNECTOR CONSTITUTING SAID ELEMENT
An element for dispensing a fluid, comprising a control valve and a connector for dispensing the fluid from at least one inlet line to an outlet line. The control valve comprises an inlet passage and a tubular fluid outlet duct. A chamber of the dispensing connector has a main opening traversed by the inlet passage and the tubular fluid outlet duct of the valve, a bottom that faces the main opening, a wall extending from the bottom of the chamber to the main opening, at least one inlet opening formed in the wall of the chamber so as to provide access to the inlet line and an outlet opening formed in the bottom of the chamber and connecting one end of the tubular outlet duct to the outlet line of the connector.
The invention relates to a system (1) for upper attachment of a vibrating module to a structural element, comprising: a support member (10) comprising a first portion (11) designed to be coupled to a pin of the vibrating module, and a second portion (12) designed to be secured to the structural element, a housing (20) the central body (22) of which is arranged in an opening (111) of the first portion (11), the housing being designed to accommodate the pin surrounded by a damping pad, and a lock (30) which is secured to the housing (20) and in contact with the first portion (11). The system (1) may adopt a delivery position wherein the lock (30) is at a first altitude, along the central axis, and a locking position, by rotation of the lock (30) around the central axis, the lock (30) being at a second altitude lower than the first altitude.
B60K 11/04 - Arrangement or mounting of radiators, radiator shutters, or radiator blinds
F16F 15/08 - Suppression of vibrations of non-rotating, e.g. reciprocating, systems; Suppression of vibrations of rotating systems by use of members not moving with the rotating system using elastic means with rubber springs
The invention relates to a connection device (100) between at least one pipe and a base (3) topped by a collar (31). The connection device (100) comprises a connection tip (1) for fluidly connecting the pipe to the base (3) and a retaining ring (2) for keeping the connection tip (1) assembled with the base (3). The connection tip (1) comprises a tubular body (10) and at least one first retaining element (11). The retaining ring (2) comprises an annular body (20) provided with a second retaining element engaging with the first retaining element to retain the retaining ring (2) on the connection tip (1); it also comprises at least one locking tab (21) integral with the annular body (20) in order to grip the collar (31) and keep the retaining ring (2) assembled with the base (3). Figure to be published with the abstract: Fig. 1A
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
B60R 16/00 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for
F16L 37/133 - 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 flexible hooks
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 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain
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
This disclosure provides an improved nozzle assembly. The nozzle assembly includes a spray element for jetting media through an outlet (e.g. onto a surface), an active conduit for supplying a first media to the spray element, and a passive conduit for supplying a feed of a second media to the spray element. The spray element includes an eductor that is actively fed with a pressurized stream of the first media (i.e., motive fluid) via an annular injection port coupled to the active conduit, and passively fed by the second media via an intake duct disposed centrally within the injection port. The eductor utilizes the Venturi effect to efficiently prepare a homogenized media jet from the two different media feeds. A system comprising the nozzle assembly, and methods of using each of the same, are also disclosed.
The invention relates to a holding system with a receiving area for receiving an object and with a securing device for securing the object to the receiving area, wherein the securing device has at least one holding means, and the receiving area and the securing device are arranged such that a clamping region in which the object can be clamped is formed between the holding means and a receiving part in order to secure the object to the receiving area. The clamping region can be modified by adjusting the holding means such that objects of different sizes can be secured to the receiving area.
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
H04M 1/04 - Supports for telephone transmitters or receivers
57.
ROOF HOOD PART OF A DRIVER'S CABIN OF A HEAVY GOODS VEHICLE, DRIVER'S CABIN OF A HEAVY GOODS VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR SECURING A HOUSING OF A FUNCTIONAL PART, IN PARTICUALR A LAMP, ON A MAIN BODY OF A ROOF HOOD PART
The invention relates to a roof hood part of a driver's cabin of a heavy goods vehicle, wherein the roof hood part has a main body with an outer side and an inner side and an opening, via which a part of a housing of a functional part, in particular a lamp, can be guided from the outside to the inside, wherein the opening is bordered by an edge, with a retaining ring that is in contact with the edge from the inner side, wherein the retaining ring has at least one threaded nut and a hole aligned with the threaded nut is provided in the main body for guiding through a screw, and/or the retaining ring has at least one hole with a lateral slot, such that a bolt with a pin protruding laterally from the bolt can be guided through the hole, and the main body has a hole with a lateral slot aligning with the hole in the retaining ring, and/or the retaining ring has a hole for receiving an engaging pin or a clip, wherein a hole aligning with the hole in the retaining ring is provided in the main body for guiding through an engaging pin or a clip.
B62D 65/16 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being exterior fittings, e.g. bumpers, lights, wipers
F16B 5/04 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of riveting
F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
B60Q 1/04 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to illuminate the way ahead or to illuminate other areas of way or environments the devices being headlights
B60Q 1/26 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic
58.
BRACKET AND MODULAR ASSEMBLY FOR FLUID SPRAY SYSTEM
The present disclosure provides a combination bracket (30) for mounting multiple components of a fluid spray system, such as a fluid spray system for a vehicle comprising. A spray nozzle (48) is coupleable with the combination bracket (30) and adapted to spray fluid onto a sensor (50) mounted to the combination bracket. A check valve (28) is coupleable with the combination bracket and adapted to deliver fluid to the spray nozzle. Modular assembles, systems, and vehicles incorporating a combination bracket are also provided.
B05B 1/20 - Perforated pipes or troughs, e.g. spray booms; Outlet elements therefor
B05B 3/04 - Spraying or sprinkling apparatus with moving outlet elements or moving deflecting elements with rotating elements driven by the liquid or other fluent material discharged, e.g. the liquid actuating a motor before passing to the outlet
The invention relates to a fluidic connector (1) provided with a pressure sensor (10), comprising: - a body (20) having two fluidic connector end fittings (21, 22), - an assembly interface (200) arranged on and in the body (20), comprising an opening (24) bringing the inner conduit into communication (23) with the external portion of the body, a first receiving area (25) extending around the opening (24), a second receiving area (26) extending around the first receiving area (25), and attachment regions (27), - the pressure sensor (10) making contact with the first receiving area (25) via a first seal (35), - a cover (40) arranged on the pressure sensor (10) and making contact with the second receiving area (26) via a second seal (36) to isolate the pressure sensor (10) from the outside.
F16L 41/00 - Branching pipes; Joining pipes to walls
G01D 11/30 - Supports specially adapted for an instrument; Supports specially adapted for a set of instruments
G01L 19/00 - MEASURING FORCE, STRESS, TORQUE, WORK, MECHANICAL POWER, MECHANICAL EFFICIENCY, OR FLUID PRESSURE - Details of, or accessories for, apparatus for measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluent medium insofar as such details or accessories are not special to particular types of pressure gauges
A check valve assembly for a recirculation flow path is provided. The check valve assembly includes a float ball between a lower valve housing and an upper valve housing. The lower valve housing and the upper valve housing interlock by interference fit to form a self-contained check valve assembly for simplified installation in a recirculation flow path between a fill pipe and a vapor canister. The lower valve housing includes a retainer element and a cylindrical sidewall. The retainer element includes multiple through-holes, and the cylindrical sidewall projects upwardly about the exterior of the upper valve element. The float ball is seated against the retainer element by gravity, and the through-holes surround the float ball to permit fuel vapors to pass downward through the check valve assembly. Excess fuel from the filler tube raises the float ball until it contacts the tapered valve seat and closes the check valve assembly.
F02M 25/08 - Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding non-fuel substances or small quantities of secondary fuel to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture adding fuel vapours drawn from engine fuel reservoir
F16K 15/04 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members shaped as balls
F16K 15/02 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members
61.
METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE INTENDED TO BE CONNECTED TO A FLUID CONNECTOR, AND ASSOCIATED INTERMEDIATE ASSEMBLY
The invention relates to an intermediate assembly for a temperature measuring device comprising: - a temperature sensor comprising a measuring cell and two metal arms, - two electrical connection pins each having a branch portion and a connection portion, each of the metal arms being respectively electrically coupled to each of the electrical connection pins, at the branch portion thereof; the branch portions of the two pins extending in a main plane and one end of the measuring cell occupying a predetermined position relative to a reference point of the electrical connection pins, - a plastic casing formed of at least two inserts arranged against the electrical connection pins, on either side of the main plane, the casing defining a clamp for holding the measuring cell along at least one normal transverse axis to the main plane.
The invention relates to a connector suitable to be connected to a multi port extruded tube, the connector comprising a socket suitable for an end section of a multi port extruded tube to inserted into the socket along a linear insertion direction, whereby the socket contains an end section receiving space suitable to receive the end section of a multi port extruded tube, the end section receiving space bordering a first opening suitable for a multi port extruded tube to extend through it, whereby a cap arranged inside the socket such that the cap can slide from a forward position that is closer to the first opening to a backward position that is further away from the first opening, the cap having an outer circumferential surface whereby a sealing is provided inside the socket that contacts the outer circumferential surface of the cap in the forward position of the cap, the sealing being in a compressed state when the cap is in the forward position, and whereby at least a part of the sealing expands into a space that was occupied by a part of the cap when the cap was in the forward position and is given free when the cap slides from the forward position into the backward position.
Disclosed is a connection device (1) for a tubular element (2) comprising a hollow body (3) having a housing (30), a cartridge (4) locked in the housing (30) in a first position, the cartridge then protruding from the body (3), the cartridge (4) having an outer wall (40) and an inner wall (41) delimiting an inner channel (43), the channel (43) having a first end (431) forming an inlet for receiving the tubular element (2) and a second end (432) provided with an obstacle, a seal (5) and a fastening ring (6) disposed in the channel (43) in order to secure the tubular element (2) in the channel (43) in sealed manner. The connection device (1) comprises an unlocking system configured to allow, when the tubular element (2) exerts a force against the obstacle, the unlocking of the cartridge (4) and its movement to a second position, in which the cartridge (4) is entirely incorporated in the body (3).
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 33/22 - Arrangements for connecting hoses to rigid members; Rigid hose-connectors, i.e. single members engaging both hoses with means not mentioned in the preceding groups for gripping the hose between inner and outer parts
F16L 37/092 - 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 elements wedged between the pipe and the frusto-conical surface of the body of the connector
64.
LOCKING COVER FOR A CONTAINER HAVING A NECK, WITH A CAP HAVING BREAKABLE SECURING TABS
The invention relates to a locking cover (1) for a container (2) having a neck (3), comprising: a cage (6) made of plastics material; a body (7) made of plastics material which is secured around the cage (6), the body comprising a central orifice (9); a cap (10) that is configured to close the central orifice (9), the cap (10) comprising a flat head (11) for covering the orifice (9) and securing tabs (12) that are gripped between the cage (6) and the body (7). Each securing tab (12) has a breakable region (12b), and the cap (10) is made of a plastics material which is different from the plastics material of the cage (6) and from the plastics material of the body (7), the plastics material of the cap being chosen such that its breaking strength is reduced by a dose of irradiation, by gamma rays, for sterilizing the cover (1).
Expansion rivet (10) comprising a body (200) and a pin (100), the body (200) having a bearing plate (120), forming a head with a passage opening (110), and two arms (130) projecting erectly from the bearing plate (120), said pin (100) having a bearing head (20) with a lower surface (22) and a shank (50) projecting erectly from the bearing head (20), the pin (100) being intended to be inserted into the body (200) through the opening (110) formed in the bearing plate (120), wherein the arms (130) each have a central fin (160) and two lateral fins (140) separated by a central fin; the shank (50) has flanges (40) over its length; the central fins (160) are capable of being parted outwardly in the radial plane by means of bulges (62, 64, 66) separating flanges (40); and the lateral fins (140) are capable of being deformed in the radial plane by the flanges (40) when the pin (100) is inserted into the body (200).
Shut-off device (100) for a duct (4) in which a measuring device comprising a transmitter (3) is housed, the shut-off device (100) comprising: a connecting ring (2) formed of a peripheral wall (20) and an inner rim (23) which is at least present on one section of the periphery of the peripheral wall (20) and defines a housing for accommodating at least part of the transmitter (3); a cover (1) configured to close the duct (4) and clip onto the connecting ring (2) and thus rigidly connect the transmitter (3) of the measuring device to the shut-off device (100).
G01M 3/24 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using infrasonic, sonic, or ultrasonic vibrations
The invention relates to a connection device (100) of a tubular connector (1) provided with an annular collar (10) to an item of equipment (2) comprising a passage (20), the connection device (100) comprising: - a connecting end fitting (3) to the passage (20) of the item of equipment (2), the connection end fitting (3) being formed by a tubular body (30) with a head (31) mounted thereon, said head being provided with a through-opening and comprising an ellipsoidal annular groove (33); - a locking ring (4) having at least two longitudinal flexible legs (41) for insertion into the connection end fitting (3), each having an outer surface bearing at least one lug (42) intended to engage in the annular groove (33) in order to hold the locking ring (4) secured to the connection end fitting (3). The two flexible legs (41) can be deformed and closed on the tubular connector (1) in order to abut their free ends against the collar (10) when the male connector (1) is inserted longitudinally into the locking ring (4).
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
F16L 37/10 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using a rotary external sleeve or ring on one part
F16L 37/113 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using a rotary external sleeve or ring on one part the male part having lugs on its periphery penetrating into the corresponding slots provided in the female part
The invention relates to a connection device (100) of a tubular connector (1) to an item of equipment (2). This device comprises: - a connection end fitting (3), which connection end fitting (3) is formed by a tubular body (30) and a head (31) mounted thereon, said head being provided with an opening leading into the tubular body (30) and comprising a retaining groove (33); - a flexible lock (7) which has an annular shape and is intended to be partially received in the retaining groove (33), the lock being provided with lugs (71) extending radially toward the center of the lock (7), wherein the flexible lock (7) is deformable and the lugs (71) can close on the tubular connector (1) and abut against the collar (10) when the tubular connector (1) is introduced longitudinally into the connection end fitting (3); - an unlocking ring (4) having a collar (41) intended to be inserted into the connection end fitting (3), the collar (41) being provided with unlocking elements (42) intended to interact with the flexible lock (7) in order to force the opening thereof when the unlocking ring (4) is driven in rotation.
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 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
F16L 37/091 - 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 ring provided with teeth or fingers
69.
ARRANGEMENT FOR MOUNTING AN OPTICAL SYSTEM ON A BODY ELEMENT OF A VEHICLE
The invention relates to an arrangement for mounting an optical system on a body element of a vehicle, the optical system comprising an image capturing device and a device for projecting a cleaning fluid from the image capturing device. The arrangement comprises a housing element for retaining the optical device in a mounting position, the housing element having an electrical interface configured to couple to an electrical connector of the image capturing device when the latter is disposed in the mounting position; an element for holding the fluid projection device and an element for fastening the housing element and the holding element to the body element of the vehicle.
The invention relates to an arrangement (1) for mounting an optical system on a body element of a vehicle, the optical system comprising an image capturing device (2') and a device for projecting a cleaning fluid (3') from the image capturing device. According to the invention, the arrangement comprises a housing element (2) for holding the image capturing device (2') in the mounting position; a holding element (3) of the fluid projection device (3') for placing the latter in a functional position with respect to the image capturing device (2') disposed in the mounting position, and a fastening element (4), on which the housing element (2) and the holding element (3) are mounted, wherein the fastening element (4) is intended to be fastened to the body element of the vehicle.
Male element (300) of a device for attaching (100) a first part to a second part, the male element (300) comprising: - a flange (310) for retaining the second part; - a nail (320) intended to be axially inserted into a cavity (210) of a female element (200) attached to the first part, a foot (321) being provided with a male assembly member (324) intended to axially hold the nail (320) in the female element (200), the body (322) having a groove. The flange (310) has: - an axial opening for receiving the nail (320) and enabling the flange (310) to be moved axially on the nail (320) from a first position to a second position; - a retaining member configured to resiliently engage in the groove and hold the flange (310) on the nail (320) in the first position; - a radial rib abutting against the head (323) when the flange (310) is in the second position.
The invention relates to a closing device (10) for closing an orifice in a wall of a motor vehicle, having: - a main body (30) provided with an orifice (35) for water to flow through; - a float for evacuating water from a vehicle, having a base (16) and a plurality of cylindrical volumes (14) for trapping air, each of these volumes extending longitudinally between the base and an opening (140) situated on the opposite side from said base; - means (36) for holding the float in the main body (30) between a position allowing water to flow and a position closing the flow orifice (35) in the main body; - means (32, 34) for positioning the closing device in an orifice in said motor vehicle wall.
The invention relates to a wind deflector (22) for a window wiper system of a motor vehicle, into which wind deflector a window-cleaning apparatus (16) having at least one nozzle (19) for cleaning a window () is integrated and which wind deflector comprises a wind deflector contour (23), by means of which an air flow in the region of an associated wiper arm (2) and a wiper blade (34) can be guided, the wind deflector (22) comprising, on the side (62) thereof that faces the wiper blade (34), at least one wind-guiding element (protrusion 20), which is arranged in the region of the associated nozzle (19) and protrudes, raised, toward the window (9).
The invention relates to a windscreen wiper system for a motor vehicle, comprising at least one wiper blade (34) which has a slider (36) secured to a wiper blade element (35) and an adapter (37) connected to the slider (36) in an articulated manner, which adapter is connected to a component of a wiper arm (2) of the windscreen wiper system via a recess (38), wherein the adapter (37) is connected to a wiper rod (3) of the wiper arm (2) via the recess (38) and a further functional element (1) is arranged on the wiper rod (3) of the wiper arm (2) separately from the adapter (37).
The invention relates to a wind deflector (22) for a windscreen wiper system of a motor vehicle, with a receptacle (12) for fastening the wind deflector (22) to a component (3) of a wiper arm (2) of the windscreen wiper system, wherein the wind deflector (22) comprises at least two parts (42, 43) which can be mounted in a divided state on the component (3) of the wiper arm (2) and subsequently can be joined together, as a result of which the wind deflector (2) can be secured to the component (3) of the wiper arm (2) of the windscreen wiper system.
The invention relates to a wind deflector (22) for a windscreen wiper system of a motor vehicle, comprising a receptacle (12) for fastening the wind deflector (22) on a component (3) of a wiper arm (2) of the windscreen wiper system, the wind deflector (22) being at least partially formed from an elastic plastic component (51).
The present invention relates to a quarter-turn fastening device (1) for fastening a part (2) to a support, the fastening device (1) comprising: a head (11) supporting the part (2), the head (11) being intended to abut a first surface of the support; a holding foot (12) connected to the head (11) and extending along a main axis (A), the holding foot (12) being configured to extend axially into an opening in the support, the opening having a peripheral edge, in order to arrange the fastening device (1) in an insertion position having a first angular orientation, the holding foot (12) comprising at least one flexible retaining tab (13) to abut a second surface of the support when the fastening device (1) is moved angularly from the insertion position to a locking position having a second angular orientation. The flexible tab (13) is equipped with a lug (15) for filling the space between the holding foot (12) and the edge of the opening and thus recentre the fastening device (1) in the opening when the fastening device (1) is moved angularly from the insertion position to the locking position.
The invention relates to an attachment (1) for a wiper arm of a windscreen wiper of a vehicle, having a rod arm (7), wherein the attachment has a fluid channel for conducting a fluid and a first dimensionally stable element (2), wherein a first fluid channel section (3) is formed in the first dimensionally stable element, also comprising a second dimensionally stable element (4), wherein a second fluid channel section (5) is formed in the second dimensionally stable element.
The present invention relates to a device (1) for connecting tubular elements, comprising a first body (2) provided with a first reception housing for accommodating a longitudinal portion of a first tubular element (3a) and provided with a first connection component; a second body (4) provided with a second reception housing for accommodating a longitudinal portion of a second tubular element (3b) and provided with a second connection component, the second body (4) being formed by two half-shells (43) each comprising a portion of the second housing and a portion of the second connection component; the first and the second connection component being configured in order to keep the first (2) and the second (4) bodies assembled, while allowing a rotation movement between them along a transverse axis (A). The first body (2) and the second body (4) respectively have a first and a second face with a circular profile, the first and the second connection component respectively being disposed on the periphery of the first and of the second face with a circular profile.
The invention relates to a multi-part clip for fastening one element to another element, wherein the clip comprises at least one first component (1) and one securing means (2).
F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
F16B 21/06 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action
F16B 21/08 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the stud, pin, or spigot has a resilient part
F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
A tubular connection device (1) comprising a female connector (2), into which a male end piece (5) provided with an annular groove (52) is intended to be inserted, the female connector (2) being provided with two lateral slits (21) that are symmetrical with respect to a radial axis; a U-shaped clip (4) comprising a head (41) and two branches (42), and straddling the female connector (2), each branch (42) extending into a lateral slit (21) and ending with a foot (43); two lateral guide systems that are symmetrical with respect to the radial axis, cooperating with the feet (43) of the clip (4) in order to keep it in a raised position or in a pressed-in position; the device (1) also comprises a ring (3) provided with two lateral openings (31) facing the lateral slits (21), and characterised in that each guide system comprises a notch, formed in the female connector (2) adjacent to the lateral slit (21); a plate delimiting a lower edge of the notch and on which the foot (43) rests in order to keep the clip (4) in an intermediate position in the absence of a male end piece (5); a lug arranged on a flexible tab (32) carried by the ring (3), and intended to at least partially fill the notch and the plate when the male end piece (5) is inserted into the connector (2), its annular groove (51) facing the lateral slits (21), in order to allow the clip (3) to switch to a pressed-in position or to a raised position.
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
The invention relates to an attachment device (100) for securing a panel (10) to a rail (20) of a bearing structure, comprising: a metal flange (30) with a C-shaped cross-section defining an upper jaw (31), a bottom (32) and a lower wall (33), and comprising a movable lower jaw (34) arranged between the upper jaw (31) and the lower wall (33); the jaws (31, 34) being designed to clasp an edge (1) of the panel (10); at least one pad (40) made of plastic foam secured to an inner face of each of the jaws (31, 34) and comprising a free surface that can be bonded to the edge (1) of the panel (10) when the jaws (31, 34) clasp said edge (1); a metal clip (50) comprising at least one flexible attachment tab (51) designed to make contact with the lower wall (33) when the clip (50) is inserted into an interlocking space (39) defined by the lower jaw (34), the bottom (32) and the lower wall (33) of the flange (30), and to hold the clip (50) within said interlocking space (39).
F24S 25/30 - Arrangement of stationary mountings or supports for solar heat collector modules using elongate rigid mounting elements extending substantially along the mounting surface, e.g. for covering buildings with solar heat collectors
83.
FASTENING DEVICE FOR ATTACHING TWO PLANAR ELEMENTS
Disclosed is a fastening device (1) for attaching an assembly comprising at least two planar elements provided with holes that face each other when the planar elements are in the assembly position, the fastening device comprising: - a clip (2) that is to be inserted into the holes in the planar elements and hold the planar elements together between a first and a second support point, the clip comprising: a planar head (21) for forming the first support point on the main surface of one of the planar elements, the planar head (21) having a central opening for providing access to an inner cavity in the clip (2); and two lateral upright members (22) designed to form the second support point on another one of the planar elements, the lateral upright members (22) having a first end that is secured to the head (21) as well as a second end, the second ends being joined to each other in such a way that the two lateral upright members (22) define the internal cavity in the clip (2); - a pin (3) that is to be inserted into the inner cavity in the clip (2) in order to lock the assembly. The pin (3) includes at least one flexible bridging piece (33) having a central portion (331) that is connected to a main body (32) of the pin by means of two flexible portions (332), and the pin (3) is to come into contact with a lateral upright member (22) of the clip (2) in order to be force-locked at the second support point and hold the assembled planar elements together.
The invention relates to a metal clip (1) for electrically connecting at least one conductive wire to a flat metal element, the metal clip being defined by four substantially flat portions, called wings (2a, 2b, 2c, 2d), of a metal plate which is curved so as to form an M-shaped cross-section, said metal clip comprising: a first wing (2a) and a second wing (2b) defining a fastening housing (3a) for allowing the clip (1) to be engaged with an edge of the flat metal element; a third wing (2c) and a fourth wing (2d) defining a clipping housing (3c) and each one being provided with a first opening (8c) and a second opening (8d) facing each other, the clipping housing (3c) having a bottom provided with a main opening (6) for allowing the insertion of the end of the conductive wire; and fastening means (5, 7) consisting of a nut (7) cooperating with a clamping screw (5) inserted into the openings (8c, 8d) of the wings (2c, 2d) in order to bring the third wing (2c) closer to the fourth wing (2d) in such a way as to be able to allow the end of the conductive wire to be clipped between the fourth wing (2d) and the third wing (2c) and to establish electrical contact.
The invention concerns a protective housing (2) for protecting an electronic device (5). One of the walls of the housing, referred to as the main wall, has an opening (2c) for exposing a part of the measuring device (5) to atmospheric pressure. The housing (2) comprises, arranged on the outer surface of the main wall, a plurality of partitions (8a, 8b) separated from each other by passages and arranged around the opening (2c) to completely surround it and at least one flow groove (9) arranged next to the opening (2c), in order to allow liquid that may be likely to accumulate around the opening (2c) and/or against the partitions (8a, 8b) to be discharged. The invention also concerns a pressure sensor (1), in particular for a tank of a motor vehicle, using such a protective housing.
The invention relates to a device (1) for accommodating a cable assembly. The device comprises: a casing (2) having a receiving portion (3) with a connecting piece (4), which is connected to the casing (2) by its first end and extends away from the casing (2) towards the second end, two side sections (5a, 5b) which are each connected at one end to the connecting piece (4), extend away from the connecting piece (4) towards the other end and extend in different directions; and a cover (6) having an insertion part (7) for inserting into the receiving portion (3), the insertion part (7) having two sub-sections (8a, 8b) and each sub-section having an engaging element (9a, 9b). The device (1) is designed in such a way that the insertion part (7) can be pushed into the receiving portion (3), wherein the connecting piece (4) is then positioned between the sub-sections (8a, 8b). In addition, the engaging elements (9a, 9b) prevent the insertion part (7) from sliding out if the insertion part is pushed in far enough that each engaging element (9a, 9b) has passed beyond a side section (5a, 5b),
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
H02G 3/04 - Protective tubing or conduits, e.g. cable ladders or cable troughs
The invention relates to a fastening device for connecting a first part to a second part having an opening, with a blocking element which has at least one contact surface for contact against the second part, and with a guide cage which extends along a longitudinal axis from a head region to a foot region and which, in the head region, has a contact portion for contact against the first part and the foot region of which is suitable for guiding through the opening in the second part and which has at least two struts which extend in the direction of the longitudinal axis, wherein the blocking element can be arranged in different positions in the guide cage and, in a first position, is arranged in the guide cage in such a manner that the contact surface of the blocking element is located at least predominantly, particularly preferably entirely, on one side of a plane connecting the two struts of the guide cage and, in a second position, is arranged in the guide cage in such a manner that the contact surface of the blocking element is located at least predominantly, particularly preferably entirely, on the other side of the plane connecting the two struts of the guide cage, wherein the blocking element can be transferred from the first position into the second position by a movement comprising rotation of the blocking element about the longitudinal axis, wherein the movement of the blocking element from the first position into the second position is a movement which is assembled from a plurality of partial movements and which comprises, as one partial movement, rotation of the blocking element about the longitudinal axis and which comprises, as another partial movement, a linear movement of the blocking element along the longitudinal axis, wherein, as part of the linear movement, the blocking element overcomes a projection which projects into the space in which the blocking element carries out its linear movement.
The invention relates to an arrangement of nozzle units for a wiper arm, wherein at least one nozzle unit is formed as a rigid body, has a channel through which liquid can flow into the nozzle unit and/or out of the nozzle unit and has a nozzle, which is connected to the channel, wherein the nozzle units are connected to each other in series such that a liquid can flow from a nozzle unit into a following nozzle unit in the series, wherein at least one nozzle unit has a contact surface which is formed such that said nozzle unit cannot rotate about the longitudinal axis thereof if the contact surface contacts a surface of a wiper arm.
Provided is a pipe joint that can be easily assembled and a pipe connection method. The pipe joint comprises: a tube member that can partially cover a first pipe being inserted thereinto from one end and partially cover a second pipe being inserted thereinto from the other end opposite to the one end; a first body having a first through-hole capable of covering at least a part of a portion of the tube member that covers the first pipe; and a second body having a second through-hole capable of covering at least a part of a portion of the tube member that covers the second pipe. The first body and the second body can be engaged with each other, and are configured so as to seal a gap between the first pipe and the tube member and a gap between the second pipe and the tube member when the first body and the second body are engaged.
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
The invention relates to a fastener for fastening a part to another part, the fastener comprising a sleeve and a bolt, and the bolt being designed to be inserted into the sleeve, the bolt and/or the sleeve or an element, which is located on or can be attached to the bolt and/or the sleeve, being designed for holding the part, the bolt being held in the sleeve in at least two positions which are mutually spaced apart along the longitudinal axis of the sleeve, between which positions the bolt can be translationally moved, and the bolt and the sleeve being designed so as to allow rotation of the bolt in the first position relative to the sleeve and to prevent rotation in the second position.
F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material
F16L 3/22 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals
F16L 3/237 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals for two pipes
The invention relates to a tubular connector comprising a female end piece with an axial orifice intended for the axial insertion of a male end piece (6) fitted with a flange (7); the female end piece comprises a notched locking member (11) designed to be elastically deformed in a radial direction by mechanical interference when the male end piece (6) is inserted into the orifice, and to lock to the back of the flange (7). It further comprises a ring (5) which is mounted to slide coaxially to the orifice around the female end piece, and which forms a ramp (18) that is oblique to the axial direction, to elastically deform the locking member (11) in a radial direction by means of a lever effect when the ring is pulled axially in the direction of insertion of the male end piece (6) into the female end piece, so as to free the male end piece (6) from the female end piece. The locking member (11) comprises a lug (25) on its external surface, capable of being in abutment against the ring in order to prevent the radial elastic deformation of the locking member (11) and to prevent its unclipping. The ring comprises at least one flexible tongue on its peripheral periphery and which, when the male end piece (6) is inserted, interacts with the flange (7) to move the ring in an axial direction relative to the female end-piece, release the lug (25) from its position of abutment and allow the radial elastic deformation of the locking member (11).
F16L 37/098 - 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 flexible hooks
92.
SEMIFINISHED PRODUCT FOR PRODUCING A FIBER-REINFORCED COMPOSITE ELEMENT HAVING A FASTENING HOLE OR A FASTENING PROTRUSION, COMPOSITE ELEMENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COMPOSITE ELEMENT
The invention relates to composite element (100), comprising fibers embedded in a hardened resin and comprising an insert piece (101) likewise embedded in the resin, which insert piece has a head (102) and a tip (103), a pin (104) being provided between the head (102) and the tip (103), which pin extends along a longitudinal axis (X), which points from the head (102) to the tip (103), wherein a fastening hole is introduced into the head (102) and/or a fastening protrusion (27) is provided on the head (102), and a recess is provided on the pin (104), at which recess a holding surface is formed, which is at an angle of > 0° and < 180°, in particular at an angle of > 10° and < 170° to the longitudinal axis (X) and which faces the head (102).
F16B 37/04 - Devices for fastening nuts to surfaces, e.g. sheets, plates
B29C 70/68 - Shaping composites, i.e. plastics material comprising reinforcements, fillers or preformed parts, e.g. inserts by incorporating or moulding on preformed parts, e.g. inserts or layers
93.
CONNECTION DEVICE COMPRISING A MULTIPOLAR MAGNETIC CIRCUIT
CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE (France)
Inventor
Yonnet, Jean-Paul
Sanchez, Anthony
Abstract
The invention relates to a connection device comprising a male element (2) and a female element (1) capable of being axially inserted one into the other and locking to one another by means of a bayonet mechanism (8, 18), the male element (2) and the female element (1) each bearing a primary magnetic circuit comprising a ferromagnetic yoke and a plurality of magnets arranged in a plane transverse to the insertion axis, the primary magnetic devices being capable of magnetically coupling to one another when the male element (2) and the female element (1) are in proximity and facing one another, in order to form a multipolar magnetic circuit in which the magnets are arranged between the two yokes in such a way as to generate a magnetic flux closing on the two yokes and generating an attractive axial magnetic force.
H01R 13/62 - Means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts or for holding them in engagement
H01R 13/625 - Casing or ring with bayonet engagement
H01R 13/635 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for disengagement only by mechanical pressure, e.g. spring force
RAYCONNECT FLUID HANDLING SYSTEM (ZHENJIANG) CO., LTD. (China)
Inventor
Que, Feng
Zhou, Yingjun
Abstract
Disclosed is a detachable quick connecting device, comprising a joint portion section (101) with an open channel (141), a socket part (20) for retaining an opposing insertion pipe, and a retaining lock spring (30) mounted in an inner space of the socket part in a cooperative manner. The retaining lock spring comprises pressing portions (31a, 31b) and retaining portions (32a, 32b), the retaining portions are provided with radially extending retaining flanges (33a, 33b) at free end portions thereof, and a wall face, adjacent to the joint portion section, of the socket part is provided with a through hole (27) for holding an insertion section of the opposing insertion pipe, wherein a radial spacing between the retaining flanges of the retaining portions is at least equal to or less than the diameter of the through hole in the socket part, and is less than the external diameter of the insertion section of the opposing insertion pipe. The quick connecting device ensures quick connection and locking with the opposing insertion pipe, while also realising a compact structure, and same can also prevent the improper insertion and accidental release of the opposing insertion pipe.
F16L 37/084 - 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
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
95.
CONNECTOR, SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A CONNECTOR AND A LATCHING PIN OF A SECOND COMPONENT, SAID LATCHING PIN HAVING A HEAD, AND METHOD FOR USING SUCH A SYSTEM
The invention relates to a connector (1) for connecting a first component to a latching pin (3) of a second component, said latching pin having a head (2). The connector (1) has a main part (4) with a receiving area (5) for receiving the head (2), and a retaining spring (6) is provided that is held by the main part (4) and has a relative position, which is referred to as a retaining position, relative to the main part (4) and a projection (7), said projection protruding into the receiving area (5) in the retaining position. The projection (7) can be moved in a release direction (9) in the retaining position and protrudes a little less into the receiving area (5) after being moved from the retaining position in the release direction (9) than in the retaining position, wherein a movement of the projection (7) from the retaining position in the release direction (9) clamps the retaining spring (6). The main part (4) can be moved relative to the retaining spring (6) along a locking direction (8) when the retaining spring (6) is in the holding position, and when the main part (4) is moved in the locking direction (8) in such a manner, the retaining spring (6) is converted from the retaining position into a relative position, which is referred to as the locking position, relative to the main part (4). The main part (4) has an inner contact point (10) or an inner contact surface (10), and the retaining spring (6) has a mating surface (11). In the locking position, the inner contact point (10) or the inner contact surface (10) contacts the mating surface (11) of the retaining spring (6), or in the locking position, the inner contact point (10) or the inner contact surface (10) contacts the mating surface (11) of the retaining spring (6) if the projection (7) is moved in the release direction (9).
F16B 21/07 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the socket has a resilient part
B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
F16B 21/18 - Means without screw-thread for preventing relative axial movement of a pin, spigot, shaft, or the like and a member surrounding it; Stud-and-socket releasable fastenings without screw-thread by separate parts with grooves or notches in the pin or shaft - Details
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
96.
CLIP FOR FASTENING A FIRST ELEMENT TO A SECOND ELEMENT AND DEVICE WITH A CLIP OF THIS KIND
The invention relates to a clip for fastening a first element to a second element, wherein the clip has a head (1) and a tip (2) and a first clip side (3) and a second clip side (4), wherein the first clip side (3) extends from the head (1) along a longitudinal axis (A) in the direction towards the tip (2) and the second clip side (4) extends from the head (1) along the longitudinal axis (A) in the direction towards the tip (2), and has a clip surface (8) projecting on the first clip side (3), wherein the clip surface (8) can be moved from a first position, with spring tensioning, along a direction of movement into a position located closer to the longitudinal axis (A) by comparison with the first position, wherein the direction of movement has at least one component that is normal to the longitudinal axis (A), the head (1) having a head section on which a head surface (7) pointing away from the tip (2) is formed, wherein the head surface (7) transitions via a first bend section, which is bent around a first bending axis, into a first side wall (10), wherein the first bending axis is at an angle of ᡶ 0° to ឬ 180° to the longitudinal axis (A) and/or at an angle of 0° to ឬ 90° to the component of the movement direction of the clip surface (8), which is normal to the longitudinal axis (A), wherein the first side wall (10) transitions via a second bending section, which is bent around a section bending axis, into the first clip side (3), wherein the second bending axis is at an angle of ᡶ 0° to ឬ 180° to the component of the movement direction of the clip surface (8), which is normal to the longitudinal axis (A), and/or at an angle of 0° to ឬ 90° to the longitudinal axis (A).
F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
F16B 21/08 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the stud, pin, or spigot has a resilient part
The invention relates to a device for holding a head (12) of a pin (13) of a component, said head being disposed at the end of the pin (13), said device having: a receiving space (16) which has an opening (18) via which the head (12) of the pin (13) can be inserted into the receiving space (16) from the outside; a spring element (1) which is disposed in the receiving space (16); and a path limiter (14) which is disposed in the receiving space (16). The spring element (1) has a receptacle (2) for the head (12) of the pin (13) of the component, and the straight line which connects the geometric centre point (GM) of the opening to the geometric centre point of the receptacle (2) forms a reference line (A), and the plane which contains the geometric centre point of the opening (18) and is perpendicular to the reference line forms a reference plane (B). A curved or bent receiving section (3) of a spring arm of the spring element (1) is provided as part of the receptacle (2). The curved or bent receiving section (3) has at least one distance point (21) which is arranged furthest from the reference line (A) than other points along the extension of the curved or bent receiving section (3). As viewed in relation to the position of the receiving section (3) relative to the reference plane (B), a blocking section (4) of the spring arm (1) is provided closer to the reference plane (B), in relation to which blocking section the curved or bent receiving section (3) is designed as a recess. The path limiter (14) is arranged, in terms of the position thereof relative to the reference plane (B), closer to the reference plane (B) than the distance point (21) of the receiving section (3). In relation to the position of the blocking section (4) relative to the reference plane (B), a joint section (8) of the spring arm (1) is provided closer to the reference plane (B), said joint section allowing the receiving section (3) to pivot counter to a restoring force effective towards a starting position when the receiving section (3) is pivoted. Said pivoting of the receiving section (3) makes it possible for a part of the spring arm (1) which lies between the blocking section (4) and the distance point (21) to come into contact with the path limiter (14).
F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
F16B 21/07 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the socket has a resilient part
98.
CLIP FOR SUPPORTING A FIRST COMPONENT ON A SECOND COMPONENT
The invention relates to a clip (1) for supporting a first component (3) on a second component (4), wherein the clip (4) has a receptacle (2) for receiving a projection of the first component (3) and a first limb (8), connected to the receptacle (2), to be supported on the second component (4), and the first limb (8) has a bending section (6) which connects an arm (9) of the first limb (8) extending away from the receptacle (2) to a supporting section (7) of the first limb (8) having a supporting surface (10) provided for contact with the second component, having a second limb (14) that is connected to the receptacle (2), which has a supporting section (16) having an alternative supporting surface (15), wherein the first limb (8) and the second limb (14) are located on the same side of the receptacle (2).
The invention relates to a fastener (1) for attaching an element to a support, the fastener comprising a fastening base (2) intended to pass through an opening provided in the support by means of an axial compression force, and comprising a head (4) and a frustoconical and elastically deformable compression collar (5) which, when compressed, is intended to bear against the support and is connected to the head (4) in a connection region (5a). According to the invention, the compression collar (5) comprises a first bending region, and at least a second bending region, the first and the second bending regions being configured to deform in a preferred manner when the fastener is subjected to the axial compression force.
The invention relates to a self-piercing fastening element (1) having a hollow body (2) comprising an expandable portion and a piercing end (3), the piercing end (3) comprising teeth (4) for drilling a hole, which are substantially circularly arranged around a center of the piercing end (3), wherein the teeth (4) have an upper front face section (5) and a lower front face section (6) extending at least partially straight, the upper front face section (5) having a relative angle with regard to the longitudinal axis (B) of the fastening element (1) which is different to the relative angle between the lower front face (6) and the longitudinal axis (B) of the fastening element (1) and/or the teeth (4) are misaligned so that (i) the teeth (4) comprise a misalignment with regard to the distance to the center around which the teeth (4) are arranged and/or (ii) the teeth (4) extend in different directions.
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