Described herein are examples of distributed material testing systems that store local copies of selected files/data used for material testing, so that at least some material testing can continue in at least some capacity if a central data repository becomes inaccessible. In some examples, during normal operation, files/data used for material testing are stored in the central data repository so that the several material testing systems connected to the central data repository can each use the same files/data. However, if access to the central data repository becomes temporarily interrupted, the local file/data copies may be used by a local material testing system to conduct material tests.
A fastener to connect a first component to a second component with an opening. The fastener includes a head with two lock tabs, each shaped with a sloped sidewall, and a lead-in portion that fits into the opening. A shank connects the lead-in portion to a push bar, which has at least one angled (chamfered) edge. Flexible legs extend between the head and the lead-in portion and compress as the lead-in portion is inserted. During installation, the chamfered edge of the push bar slides against the sloped sidewall of the lock tabs, allowing the push bar to move past them. Once in place, the lock tabs hold the push bar, keeping the flexible legs compressed and locking the fastener securely.
Disclosed example ion emitters include: a body; a plurality of emitter nozzles on the body; a power supply configured to supply a high frequency alternating current (AC) signal to the plurality of emitter nozzles; an antenna configured to measure an ion balance of ions emitted by the plurality of emitter nozzles; control circuitry configured to control the power supply based on the ion balance measured via the antenna; and an antenna hanger supported by the body and configured to position the antenna within an emission path of the plurality of emitter nozzles.
Systems and methods are provided for automatically controlling drive roll tension. A welding-type system may include a wire feeder that may include one or more wire feeding components configured to feed an electrode wire, and a wire tensioning mechanism configured to automatically control applying a tensioning force to the electrode wire during feeding of the electrode wire via the wire feeder. The wire tensioning mechanism may include one or more pairs of drive rolls for moving the electrode wire during the feeding of the electrode wire, and a tensioning control component configured for controlling the tensioning force. The wire tensioning mechanism may be configured to automatically modify, via the tensioning control component, the tensioning force to maintain a target value.
A door lock device including a switch and a first and a second operating slider. The switch is switchable between a first and a second switch state. The first operating slider includes an actuating portion and is movable between a first and a second position. The second operating slider includes a first actuated portion and a spaced apart second actuated portion, and is movable between the first and second actuated portion. During movement of the first operating slider from the first to the second position, the actuating portion disengages from the first actuated portion and engages with the second actuated portion, the first operating slider drives the second operating slider to move, and upon reaching the second position, switch the switch from the first to the second switch state by the second operating slider. The door lock device ensures that power is supplied only after the door is fully closed.
Described herein are examples of distributed material testing systems that allow users to transfer files between user groups (i.e., teams) that use different data sets. In some examples, the distributed material testing systems use a centralized data repository that is separated into distinct data sets (and/or data partitions), such that the data set used by one team is not accessible by any other team. The ability for users to transfer files to other users on different teams provides a way for files to be shared and/or copied across team data partitions, while still keeping the data partitions intact.
A combustion-powered tool comprising a body configured to receive a fuel cartridge, an electrical power supply mechanism, and an electrical device operationally connected to the electrical power supply mechanism and configured to prepare fuel in the fuel cartridge for combustion.
A vent for a dishwasher and a corresponding method of operation includes a plenum directing air flow from a dishwasher tub to an exterior of the dishwasher tub. A dual polarity fan is positioned within the plenum and a flapper valve is positioned within an opening in the plenum. The flapper valve configured to close when the fan pushes air and open when the fan pulls air which operations correspond to a washing cycle and a drying cycle of the dishwasher.
A food product slicer includes a base, a knife mounted for rotation relative to the base, a carriage assembly mounted to the base for reciprocal movement back and forth past a cutting edge of the knife, wherein the carriage includes a tray, a movable gauge plate for varying a thickness of food product slices, a slide rod releasably connected to the tray and having a slide rod axis and a meat grip assembly mounted on the slide rod. The slide rod is releasably retained to the tray by a seating arrangement, and the slide rod is biased outwardly along the slide rod axis away from the knife, and/or a mount arrangement of the slide rod includes a keyway style opening with slide rod retaining features.
A handle device that includes a handle base, a handle, and first and second pushing members. The handle has a main body and an operating member that extends from it. The handle is attached to the base so it can rotate around an axis, allowing it to move between a retracted position, a deployed position, and an intermediate position. The first pushing member can move toward and away from the handle body in a first direction. The second pushing member moves forward and backward in a second direction using a driving device and has front and rear actuating portions. The front portion is farther from the axis than the rear portion. When the second pushing member moves forward, the front portion pushes the first pushing member, which rotates the handle from the retracted position to the intermediate position. Then, the rear portion engages with the handle's operating member to rotate the handle from the intermediate position to the deployed position.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
Systems and methods are provided for adaptive and automatic switching between pneumatic and hydraulic modes. An example system includes one or more handling components configured for supporting mechanical testing, where each handling component configured for use in conjunction with handling material during the mechanical testing, and where each handling component is pneumatically or hydraulically driven, at least one controller configured for controlling at least one handling component, and circuitry configurable to provide adaptive and automatic switching among a plurality of modes of operation that include, at least a pneumatic mode and a hydraulic mode. The circuitry is configured to, when providing the adaptive and automatic switching, determine hardware configuration of the system, select based on the hardware configuration, a mode of operation, with the selected mode of operation being one of the pneumatic mode and the hydraulic mode, and when needed, cause a switch to the determined mode of operation.
F15B 21/02 - Servomotor systems with programme control derived from a store or timing deviceControl devices therefor
G05B 13/02 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric
A cooking apparatus includes a pot device having a housing, a lid device for closing the pot device, a hinge device having a hinge housing that pivotally connects the lid device to the top device, and a detection device for detecting an opening state of the lid device, wherein the detection device is arranged in the region of the hinge device.
A47J 36/32 - Time-controlled igniting mechanisms or alarm devices
E05F 1/12 - Mechanisms in the shape of hinges or pivots, operated by springs
G01D 5/16 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying resistance
A switch device, a handle device, and a vehicle. The switch device includes a housing with an opening, a switch positioned inside the housing, a button mounted at the opening, and a partially deformable intermediate element. The switch has a pressed portion that changes between an off state and an on state in response to a pressing force. When the button is pressed, it moves toward the switch, driving the intermediate element to press the pressed portion and switch it to the on state. After activation, the intermediate element allows the button to continue moving toward the switch for a short distance. This arrangement enables a user to open a door immediately after pressing the switch, eliminating delays and enhancing the user experience.
A buckle assembly that includes an insertion part and a receiving part. The insertion part has a housing with a projecting appendage that features one or more catches. The receiving part has a housing with an opening designed to accept the appendage of the insertion part. A first magnetic component is positioned in or on the receiving part, and a second magnetic component is positioned in or on the insertion part. At least one of the magnetic components is a permanent magnet, and the two components are arranged so they attract each other when the parts are brought together, helping to guide and engage them during assembly. Additionally, the receiving part includes a pair of pivoting latches that engage with the catches on the insertion appendage to securely lock the two parts together.
A handle system and control method for a vehicle are provided. The system includes a handle that can move between a deployed (extended) position and a retracted position, with an ultrasonic sensor mounted on the handle to detect foreign objects in a designated receiving area. An actuator controls the movement of the handle. If the sensor detects an object in the receiving area while the handle is retracting, the system either stops the handle from retracting or returns it to the deployed position to prevent obstruction or damage.
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60R 25/31 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems of human presence inside or outside the vehicle
A hydraulically powered power system comprises: a hydraulic motor configured to convert an input hydraulic flow to motor power; a drive assembly drivingly coupled to the hydraulic motor to receive the motor power, the drive assembly comprising one or more drive shafts; a generator drivingly coupled to the drive assembly and configured to convert the motor power to an electrical output; and a flywheel drivingly coupled to at least one of the one or more drive shafts of the drive assembly, wherein the flywheel is configured to resist changes in a rotational speed of the drive assembly.
H02K 7/18 - Structural association of electric generators with mechanical driving motors, e.g.with turbines
F03G 3/08 - Other motors, e.g. gravity or inertia motors using flywheels
F15B 15/18 - Combined units comprising both motor and pump
H02K 7/02 - Additional mass for increasing inertia, e.g. flywheels
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING AN ENGINE SPEED OR A MOTOR SPEED OF AN ENGINE OR A MOTOR PROVIDING POWER FOR A GENERATOR IN A HYDRAULICALLY POWERED POWER SYSTEM
A hydraulically powered power system comprises: a hydraulic motor configured to convert an input hydraulic flow to motor power; a generator drivingly coupled to the hydraulic motor and configured to convert the motor power to an electrical output; a first sensor configured to measure a first operating characteristic of the generator and to generate a first feedback signal comprising a first measured operating characteristic associated with the first operating characteristic; and control circuitry configured to: monitor the first feedback signal to determine a first operating characteristic difference based on a first target operating characteristic and the first measured operating characteristic, and upon determining the first operating characteristic difference, output a control signal to control an engine to modify an engine speed of the engine based on the first operating characteristic difference.
F02D 29/06 - Controlling engines, such controlling being peculiar to the devices driven thereby, the devices being other than parts or accessories essential to engine operation, e.g. controlling of engines by signals external thereto peculiar to engines driving electric generators
F02D 29/04 - Controlling engines, such controlling being peculiar to the devices driven thereby, the devices being other than parts or accessories essential to engine operation, e.g. controlling of engines by signals external thereto peculiar to engines driving pumps
F02D 31/00 - Use of non-electrical speed-sensing governors to control combustion engines, not otherwise provided for
F16H 61/47 - Automatic regulation in accordance with output requirements for achieving a target output speed
F16H 61/475 - Automatic regulation in accordance with output requirements for achieving a target power, e.g. input power or output power
A fastener comprising: a shaft extending between a head of the fastener and a tip thereof; an engagement section beginning at or near the tip and extending along a portion of the shaft and having a first thread; and a longitudinal groove that extends along at least part of the engagement section, wherein the groove is configured to receive debris generated as the fastener is driven into a substrate to thereby reduce swelling of the substrate as the fastener is installed.
Disclosed example angled collimators for ionizing blowers include: a collimator body comprising at least one of a truncated cone or a truncated pyramid, the collimator body having a first opening and a second opening, wherein the second opening is not parallel with the first opening; and a baffle within the collimator body and oriented transverse to both the first opening and the second opening.
G21K 1/02 - Arrangements for handling particles or ionising radiation, e.g. focusing or moderating using diaphragms, collimators
F24F 8/30 - Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying by ionisation
H01T 23/00 - Apparatus for generating ions to be introduced into non-enclosed gases, e.g. into the atmosphere
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Sacrificial Plate, Fastening Device with such a Sacrificial Plate and Method for Fastening by Means of Such a Fastening Device
According to the disclosure, a sacrificial plate for plastic welding, in particular for a fastening apparatus for fastening a first component to a second component, in particular a cable to a carrier component of a motor vehicle, is provided. It comprises a plate-shaped base body having a sacrificial side and at least one or more energy directors arranged on the sacrificial side, wherein the energy director is approximately configured as a four-sided prism onto which a three-sided prism is molded.
A system, method and apparatus for applying container carriers to unitize a plurality of containers. An applicator engages the container carrier to the group of containers so that each applied container carrier is engaged with each container.
The present application provides a reflow oven support assembly, comprising a fixture (301), a support rod (302) and an adjustment device (303), the fixture (301) being connected to one of the upper furnace chamber housing (101) and lower furnace chamber housing (102) of the reflow oven; a first end of the support rod (302) being connected to the other of the upper furnace chamber housing (101) and lower furnace chamber housing (102); the adjustment device (303) being connected to a second end of the support rod (302) and connected to the fixture (301), in which the adjustment device (303) is disposed to be adjustable relative to the fixture (301) and the adjustment device (303) is capable of being connected to different positions of the fixture (301). The reflow oven support assembly in the present application is adjustable within a certain range to accommodate to the shape of the upper furnace chamber housing.
The present application discloses a processing furnace comprising a furnace chamber; at least one infrared temperature measurement device; at least one calibration device comprising a black body module connected to the detection field of view of the corresponding infrared temperature measurement device; a controller; wherein the infrared temperature measurement device is configured to be capable of detecting the temperature of the black body module in the corresponding calibration device and obtaining calibration temperature data, and the controller is configured to calibrate the infrared temperature measurement device according to the standard temperature data and the calibration temperature data.
The present disclosure disclosed an insulation and heat-dissipation pad and an electronic device including same, the insulation and heat-dissipation pad comprises: a thermally conductive insulation film; and a thermosetting adhesive layer. The thermosetting adhesive layer is pre-bonded to the thermally conductive insulation film, and the thermosetting adhesive layer is configured to bond to a heat generating portion of a first component or a metal portion of a second component, so as to isolate the heat generating portion from the metal portion in an insulated manner.
The present disclosure provides a solder paste tube assembly device, a printing machine comprising same and a solder paste tube assembly method. The solder paste tube assembly device is used for securing and sealing a solder paste tube, in which a nozzle is arranged at the bottom of the solder paste tube, and the solder paste tube provides a solder paste by means of the nozzle, the solder paste tube assembly device comprises a support, a top sealing device and a bottom support device, the top sealing device is configured to controllably ascend and descend for connecting to the top of the solder paste tube at different heights in a sealing manner. The solder paste tube assembly device of the present disclosure can automatically complete the disassembly and replacement of the solder paste tubes and can automatically replace the solder paste tubes of different heights by means of the top sealing device capable of automatically ascending and descending.
A welding torch diffuser may comprise: a first section configured to be inserted into an interior of a welding torch neck and coupled to the welding torch neck; a second section configured to receive a contact tip; and a first interior surface extending from an end of the first section toward the second section, wherein: the welding torch diffuser defines an aperture between the first section and the second section, the second section is configured to align the contact tip with the aperture, and the first interior surface defines a first cavity configured to capture a welding wire liner positioned within the welding torch neck as the first section is inserted into the interior of the welding torch neck and align the welding wire liner with the aperture.
The present disclosure provides a thermal insulation barrier for a battery cell. The battery cell has a top plate with a vent. The thermal insulation barrier has a thermal insulation layer with an adhesive on one side for adhering the thermal insulation layer to the top plate. The thermal insulation layer also comprises a flap aligned with the vent in the top plate. The adhesive extends about a perimeter of the flap. The thermal insulation layer comprises an adhesive-free region aligned with the flap.
Apparatus for joining electronic components to an electronic substrate are disclosed, including a frame, a first conveyor section and a second conveyor section, and a support device. The first and second conveyor sections are supported by the frame and arranged spaced apart from each other along a conveying direction of the electronic substrate, and have first and second conveying surfaces, respectively. The support device is coupled to the frame and movable between a supporting position and a rest position relative to the first conveyor section and the second conveyor section. The support device has a supporting surface. In the supporting position, the support device is at least partially located and held in a receiving area between the first and second conveyor sections and the supporting surface is substantially flush with the first conveying surface and the second conveying surface. In the rest position, the support device exits the receiving area.
A welding system comprising a user manipulatable device, a proximity sensor positioned on said user manipulatable device, an engine capable of operation in an energy conservation mode and an operating mode, and a generator operatively coupled to the engine. The generator may provide at least one of (1) a welding current output or (2) an auxiliary power output. The engine may operate (1) in the operating mode when the proximity sensor outputs the first output signal, and (2) in the energy conservation mode when the engine is not operating in the operating mode. The proximity sensor may be configured to output the first output signal when an operator of said welding system is in-range.
A wave soldering station of a wave soldering machine includes a flow duct positioned in a reservoir of a solder pot, and a core frame supported by the flow duct. The wave soldering station further includes a first pump to deliver solder material to a first chamber, a second pump to deliver solder material to a second chamber, and a wave soldering nozzle assembly supported by the core frame. The wave soldering nozzle assembly includes a solder distribution baffle to create a solder wave, and an exit wing coupled to the core frame and configured to move from a lowered position to enable increased solder flow and a raised position to decrease flow of solder material. The first pump, the second pump and the exit wing are configured to control the flow of solder through the solder distribution baffle to vary a contact length of the solder wave.
F04D 7/06 - Pumps adapted for handling specific fluids, e.g. by selection of specific materials for pumps or pump parts of centrifugal type the fluids being hot or corrosive, e.g. liquid metal
F04D 15/00 - Control, e.g. regulation, of pumps, pumping installations, or systems
H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
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FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL WITH CHAMBER MEMBER RETAINING ASSEMBLY
A combustion-powered fastener-driving tool that includes a chamber member retainer assembly configured to enable the controller of the tool to prevent the chamber member of the tool from moving to an open unsealed position and to ensure the tool's combustion chamber remains sealed until the piston fully returns to its pre-firing position.
A fastener assembly designed to attach two components together by inserting it into an opening in the second component. The fastener assembly includes a fastener and a collar with two surfaces. Extending from one surface of the collar of the fastener assembly are two upper arms and two lower arms, each of which can flex inward during installation. When the fastener is fully inserted, the ends of the upper and lower arms within a pair make contact with each other to give the user a physical or audible indication that installation is complete.
A fastener assembly to attach a first part to a second part through a hole in the second part. The assembly includes a fastener that fits into the hole and a collar connected to the fastener. The collar has two sides, and from one side, two upper verification arms extend. Two lower verification arms extend from the fastener. Both sets of arms can bend when the fastener is inserted. When the fastener is fully inserted, snap features on the ends of the lower arms are designed to snap into matching cut-out features on the ends of the upper arms. This snapping action gives the user an audible feedback to indicate that the fastener is in the right position.
A handle device and a vehicle includes a handle base, a handle, a first pushing member and a second pushing member. The handle comprises a handle body, a handle shaft, and an operating member, the operating member extends from the handle body, the handle body is translatably and rotatably mounted on the handle base relative to the handle base by means of the handle shaft, so as to be movable between a retracted position and a deployed position; the first pushing member is mounted translatably in a first direction on the handle base and operatively coupled with the handle body; and the second pushing member is configured to translate in a second direction different from the first direction under the drive of a driver, wherein the second pushing member is configured to operatively engage with the first pushing member and the operating member when translating in the second direction toward the first pushing member, to push the handle body to translate in the first direction by means of the first pushing member, and to push the handle body to rotate by means of the operating member, such that the handle body is moved from the retracted position to the deployed position. The handle device of the present disclosure has a movable rotating shaft, facilitating the handle to be deployed at a relatively small angle to the desired deployed position.
A covering device included a mounting base, a covering member, a receiving opening cover, and a driving device. The mounting base defines a receiving cavity and is provided with a receiving opening. The covering member is connected to the mounting base and has a covering state and an idle state. The receiving opening cover is connected to the covering member and has an open state and a closed state. The driving device is configured to drive the covering member to switch between the covering state and the idle state. When the covering member is in the idle state, the receiving opening cover is in the open state, and the covering member is received in the receiving cavity and covers the receiving opening. When the covering member is in the covering state, the covering member is at least partially located outside the receiving cavity and the receiving opening, and the receiving opening cover is driven by the covering member to the closed state.
The present disclosure provides a scraping device (700) for a stencil printer comprising: a scraper holder (710), a scraper (720) having a travel path for squeegeeing a material to be dispensed on a stencil (130), the scraper (720) being arranged oblique to the stencil (130) and to the rear of the travel path; a mounting assembly (730) configured to mount the scraper (720) to the scraper holder (710). The mounting assembly (730) is further configured to be able to adjust the inclination angle of the scraper (720) relative to the stencil (130) and to maintain the scraper (720) at an adjusted angular position.
B05C 11/04 - Apparatus for spreading or distributing liquids or other fluent materials already applied to a surfaceControl of the thickness of a coating with blades
The present application relates to a nut for a heat sink, including: a plastic hollow body having an inner surface disposed with an internal thread thereon, wherein one end of the plastic hollow body has: at least one buckle feature disposed on an outer surface of the plastic hollow body for engaging with the heat sink; and a head located at the other end of the plastic hollow body and having an outer diameter larger than an outer diameter of the plastic hollow body.
A reclosable enclosure includes a body having a front panel and a back panel secured to each other and forming a cavity therebetween to store contents. The body includes a flap that extends from a top end of the body. The reclosable enclosure includes a zipper assembly coupled to an interior surface of at least the front panel. The zipper assembly includes a first profile strip and a second profile strip that form a reclosable zipper to selectively close the cavity. The flap blocks access to the reclosable zipper and is sealed to at least one of the front panel or the second profile strip in an intact state of the flap. The flap defines one or more lines of weakness to permit irreparable separation of a sub-flap from a remainder of the flap to access the reclosable zipper.
A visual security feature is provided that is disposed on a target. The visual security feature includes two substantially transparent layers. At least one of the two substantially transparent layers is present in an image-wise pattern.
B41J 11/44 - Controlling by devices, e.g. programme tape or contact wheel, moved in correspondence with movement of paper-feeding devices, e.g. platen rotation
B41J 13/00 - Devices or arrangements specially adapted for supporting or handling copy material in short lengths, e.g. sheets
B41M 5/382 - Contact transfer or sublimation processes
B41M 5/40 - Thermography characterised by the base, intermediate or covering layersHeat, radiation filtering or absorbing means or layersThermography combined with layers or compositions suitable for other methods of image registrationSpecial originals for reproduction by thermography
An anti-fog composition is provided that includes a water-soluble polymer and a colloidal dispersion. The hydrophilic solvent system includes water and a miscible organic solvent, with water being the majority by weight of the composition. A process for applying the composition to a substrate is also provided. The substrates include not only glass, but also polycarbonate. The composition is well suited for formation of an end user kit for applying such a film to a substrate. Such a kit includes a container for the composition, or a wipe wet with the composition. The container being a bottle, or a propellant filled aerosol canister. Upon the composition drying on the substrate, the anti-fog film is produced without resort to additional application processes.
According to the present disclosure, there is provide a swab. The swab includes a head and a handle. The head has a curved outer surface. The handle includes a head portion and a holding portion. The holding portion of the handle has a planar outer surface. The head portion of the handle is at least partially received within the head such that the holding portion of the handle extends outwardly from one end of the head. The holding portion has a planar outer surface. The swab may be a cleaning swab and/or an applicator swab.
B08B 9/043 - Cleaning the internal surfacesRemoval of blockages using cleaning devices introduced into and moved along the pipes moved by externally powered mechanical linkage, e.g. pushed or drawn through the pipes
A breathable plug designed for use with a breathable plug fixture. The plug allows gas to pass through while preventing the passage of liquids. It includes a resilient external thread that enables installation via an interference push fit. The external thread also features one or more wings positioned between the root and the crest of the thread.
An oil filter that includes an outer filter and an inner filter. The inner filter is placed inside the outer filter, creating a space between them. This space is connected to an outlet. The inner filter also has an inlet that allows fluid to flow into its interior.
B01D 29/54 - Filters with filtering elements stationary during filtration, e.g. pressure or suction filters, not covered by groups Filtering elements therefor with multiple filtering elements, characterised by their mutual disposition in parallel connection arranged concentrically or coaxially
B01D 29/15 - Supported filter elements arranged for inward flow filtration
B01D 29/23 - Supported filter elements arranged for outward flow filtration
A breathable plug that allows gas to pass through while blocking liquids. The plug includes a base section with an opening designed to hold a plug piece. The plug also has one or more flexible clips on the outside that match the surface of the object it attaches to. The plug piece fits into the opening and has a flexible outer thread that is sized to create a tight push-fit connection with the opening.
A door handle assembly for a vehicle door having a door surface includes a handle seat, a handle, a driving device, a handle shaft and a transmission device. The handle has a retracted position and a deployed position. The handle is flush with the door surface when the handle is in the retracted position, and the handle protrudes outwardly relative to the door surface when the handle is in the deployed position. The handle shaft is configured to rotate under the drive of the driving device. The transmission device connects the handle shaft to the handle, such that the handle is movable under the drive of the handle shaft between the retracted position and the deployed position relative to the handle seat. The driving device is configured such that when the handle is in the retracted position or in the deployed position, the driving device is activated in response to the rotation of the handle shaft by a preset angle when the handle is pushed by an operator, so as to deploy or retract the handle.
An automatic opening module for a door of a household appliance includes a housing, a transmission system, and a lever engaging pin. The transmission system and the lever engaging pin are received within the housing. A first part of the transmission system is operably coupled to the lever engaging pin and a second part of the transmission system is configured to operably engage with an actuator of a door locking module such that actuation of the actuator causes the transmission system to move the lever engaging pin between a first, locked, position and a second, unlocked, position.
Systems and methods for laser welding are disclosed. A laser welding system employs a beacon to indicate laser welding will or has commenced. The beacon emits an intense light in a visible spectrum, such that a filter or lens is needed to block the intensity of the light.
A handle assembly and a method for controlling a handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a base, a detection device, a handle, a detected component and a control device. The base defines a base cavity. The detection device is disposed in the base. The handle is movable relative to the base. The detected component is disposed in the handle. The control device is communicatively connected to the detection device. The detection device is configured to detect a distance between the detected component and the detection device and to send a detected distance value to the control device, the control device is configured to send different signals according to the distance value detected by the detection device. The handle assembly is capable of determining the current position of the handle from the position relationship of the detection device and the detected device. Furthermore, the handle assembly is capable of detecting the positions of the detected device and the hand simultaneously, thereby controlling the handle, which helps the user to drive the handle without touching a handle body, thereby improving user convenience.
A reflow soldering oven for soldering an electronic circuit board, the reflow soldering oven comprising: a first temperature control chamber for applying a first temperature profile to the electronic circuit board; a second temperature control chamber for applying a second temperature profile to the electronic circuit board; a vacuum system comprising a vacuum pump and a vacuum chamber for removing voids in a solder on the electronic circuit board, wherein the vacuum chamber is positioned intermediate the first temperature control chamber and the second temperature control chamber and is fluidly connected to the vacuum pump; and a gas purification system for purifying gas that contains flux components vaporized from the electronic circuit board.
H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
The disclosure relates to an actuating mechanism for operating a vehicle door, especially for unlocking, opening, or locking it. The mechanism includes an actuator, such as a handle, that allows the door to be opened manually, and a supporting structure. The key feature is that the actuator is mounted so it can pivot relative to the supporting structure around a pivot point. Part of the actuator is designed as a housing shell, and inside this shell is a sensor. The sensor is designed to produce an electrical signal when the actuator is used.
E05B 85/18 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
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
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operationDetection of a user approaching a handleElectrical switching actions performed by handles
A wave soldering machine includes a wave soldering station configured to create a solder wave used to perform the wave soldering operation on the printed circuit board. The wave soldering machine further includes a finger conveyor system configured to deliver a printed circuit board to the wave soldering station. The finger conveyor system includes at least one chain conveyor including a chain having a plurality of fingers configured to support an edge of the printed circuit board. The finger conveyor system further includes a finger detection system having a tension roller assembly configured to engage each finger of the plurality of fingers. The tension roller assembly further is configured to move in response to engaging a finger in a non-operational position. The finger conveyor system further includes a sensor configured to detect movement of the tension roller assembly to the non-operational position.
A headrest for a vehicle seat, wherein the headrest has two headrest rods which extend at least substantially parallel and on which a head cushion of the headrest is arranged or can be arranged. The headrest furthermore has a locking mechanism which can be actuated, in particular manually, and which in its locked state acts exclusively on only one of the two headrest rods, the locking mechanism having a pivot lever which is designed in such a way that when the pivot lever is actuated, engagement between an engagement element and the one headrest rod is released.
A handle assembly, used for a vehicle, having: a handle seat; a handle mounted on the handle seat and having a retracted position and an extended position; a rotation mechanism rotatably mounted on the handle seat and operatively coupled to the handle; and at least one inertial piece which is disposed on the rotation mechanism, or at least partially forms the rotation mechanism, or is capable of acting on the rotation mechanism; wherein the at least one inertial piece is configured to move relative to the handle seat when an acceleration of the vehicle exceeds a threshold, and drive the rotation mechanism to rotate in a first rotation direction to drive the handle to move from the retracted position to the extended position. The handle assembly of the present disclosure enables automatic extension of the handle by transferring the inertial energy generated by the collision of the inertial piece to the handle.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A screw anchor that includes a main body with a hole running along its central axis and a head at one end. The anchor is designed to rotate around this axis, allowing it to move from an insertion position—where it can be inserted into a non-circular hole in a metal sheet—to a locked position, where the sheet is securely held between the head of the anchor and a stop feature extending from the body.
An example docking system for a welding torch neck including a neck body configured to receive the welding torch neck, one or more bolts, and a face; a torch connector including one or more first grooves or projections and configured to receive the one or more bolts of the neck body and to connect to a welding torch; and a cover comprising one or more second grooves or projections and configured to secure the neck body to the torch connector by joining the one or more first grooves or projections with the one or more second grooves or projections when the one or more first grooves or projects align with the one or more second grooves or projections.
The disclosure relates to a headrest for a vehicle seat that includes two rods positioned roughly parallel to each other, which support or can support a head cushion. The headrest also includes a locking mechanism, typically operated by hand, that locks onto only one of the two rods or a section of one rod. This lock features a push button which, when pressed, releases the connection between the locking element and the rod, allowing for adjustment or removal.
The disclosure relates to a vehicle seat headrest that includes two roughly parallel support rods. A head cushion is, or can be, mounted on these rods. The headrest also features a locking mechanism-typically operated by hand-that locks only one of the two rods or a part of one rod. This lock includes a rotary knob, which, when turned, disengages the locking element from the rod to allow adjustment or removal.
An adapter to attach a fastener assembly to a component that has a breakout opening. The adapter includes an annular body with a central opening, both of which can have a discorectangular shape (a rectangular shape with rounded ends). Attached to the underside of the annular body are several flexible retention arms. Each arm has a stepped outer surface with at least three levels that help it grip the side of the breakout opening. Among these arms, one can have a straight surface, and another can have a curved surface. The arms are designed to fit at least partly through the breakout opening to hold the adapter securely to the component.
A doghouse fastener assembly is provided for connecting two components together with adjustable spacing. The assembly includes a doghouse feature on the first component, formed by sidewalls and a bottom wall to create a pocket. A fastener has a retention portion that attaches to the second component and a doghouse head that fits into the doghouse pocket. The doghouse head includes two plates connected by a neck, creating a gap between them. Depending on how the fastener is inserted into the pocket—either in a first or second orientation—the spacing between the two components can be adjusted, allowing for two different installed heights using the same fastener.
A fastener driving tool including a retractable probe assembly that includes a probe configured to pivot, tensioned by a low-tension spring, and that includes additional probe movement slot that provides for additional movement of the probe, such that retractable probe assembly minimizes damage to the workpiece.
A gusset bag can include a front panel, a rear panel, and first and second gusset panels that extend around an interior volume. The front panel and the first gusset panel can be coupled with each other by a fin seal. A zipper assembly can be coupled with the front panel and at least a portion of the first gusset panel that is coupled with the front panel by the fin seal. The zipper assembly can include a tear strip having a head that can be grasped and pulled to pull the tear strip through at least the front panel to tear an opening through the front panel to provide access to the zipper assembly. The head of the tear strip can be disposed in the fin seal between the front panel and the first gusset panel.
A handle assembly having a handle seat, a handle, a pushing member, a limiting member, an inertia member. The handle is connected to the handle seat and has a retracted position and a deployed position. The pushing member is movably provided on the handle seat and has a locked state and a released state. The pushing member is capable of driving the handle to move when moving. The limiting member is movably provided on the handle seat and has a blocking position in which the limiting member holds the pushing member in the locked state and a non-blocking position in which the limiting member releases the pushing member to switch the pushing member from the locked state to the released state. The inertia member is configured to hold the limiting member in the blocking position when in its initial position, and is configured to move away from the initial position relative to the handle seat in response to an acceleration of the vehicle exceeding a threshold, such that the limiting member moves from the blocking position to the non-blocking position to release the pushing member, thereby allowing the pushing member to move to drive the handle to move from the retracted position to the deployed position.
A wrap removal device includes (a) an engagement surface configured to receive a container having an outer wrapping and (b) one or more delivery elements disposed on or in the engagement surface. The one or more delivery elements are configured to generate energy that one or more of melts, cuts, or weakens the outer wrapping along a path without melting, cutting, or modifying the container. The wrap removal device can quickly remove the outer wrapping without damage to the container.
B65B 61/10 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for severing webs, or for separating joined packages by cutting using heated wires or cutters
B65B 61/00 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages
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AUTOMATIC TEST SPECIMEN MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND MATERIAL TESTING SYSTEMS HAVING AUTOMATIC TEST SPECIMEN MEASUREMENT APPARATUS
Disclosed example test specimen measurement apparatus include: a first measurement assembly configured to measure a first specimen dimension in a first direction, the first measurement assembly comprising: a first anvil oriented along the first direction; a first micrometer oriented along the first direction and configured to output a first measurement; a first actuator configured to actuate the first micrometer with respect to the first anvil; and a second actuator configured to actuate the first micrometer and the first anvil simultaneously along the first direction; and a second measurement assembly configured to measure a second specimen dimension in a second direction, the second measurement assembly comprising: a second anvil oriented along the second direction; a second micrometer oriented along the second dimension and configured to output a second measurement; and a third actuator configured to actuate the second micrometer with respect to the second anvil.
A thermal management system for a vehicle having a first flow channel, a second flow channel, a first pump device, a second pump device, a single driving device, and a clutch device. The first pump device is fluidly connected to the first flow channel and the second pump device is fluidly connected to the second flow channel. The driving device is connected to the first pump device to drive the first pump device. The clutch device is connected between the driving device and the second pump device and is configured to connect or disconnect the driving device and the second pump device to selectively allow the driving device to drive the second pump device, to selectively convey fluid through the second flow channel. The single driving device includes a single motor. This thermal management system increases flexibility and efficiency of fluid flow control while reducing cost, size, and weight. The present disclosure also uses the first pump device to drive the clutch device to allow the driving device to drive the second pump device, thereby also saving cost for the clutch device.
The present disclosure discloses a flush door handle, which comprises a driving device, a handle body, an elastic component, and an electromagnetic device. The flush door handle of the present disclosure can electrically drive the handle body to move between the flush position and the deployed position by means of the driving device. Moreover, the handle body can be released and driven to move to the deployed position when the vehicle is in an abnormal state, for example, when the vehicle is powered off or has a failed driving device, to provide an accommodating space into which an operator may insert his/her hand to open the vehicle door by pulling the handle body, and accordingly the safety and the reliability of the flush door handle are improved.
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
In some examples, a robotic welding-type system performs one or more robot operations, and/or accommodates human performance of one or more human operations, during execution of a robot instruction sequence of a part assembly process. Whether a particular operation of the part assembly process is performed by a robot or a human operator is recorded in a database, along with information pertaining to each operation. The record of which/what operations of the part assembly process and/or robot instruction sequence are performed by a human vs. a robot can be analyzed to identify potential issues and/or ways in which future executions of the part assembly process and/or robot welding sequence can be improved to mitigate, avoid, and/or otherwise address the issue(s).
B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
B25J 11/00 - Manipulators not otherwise provided for
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HYSTERETIC MODE BOOST VOLTAGE CONTROL FOR REDUCED BROAD SPECTRUM NOISE EMISSION
B23K 9/10 - Other electric circuits thereforProtective circuitsRemote controls
B23K 9/095 - Monitoring or automatic control of welding parameters
B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
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BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FOR CHARGING AN ENERGY STORAGE DEVICE BASED ON USAGE INFORMATION
A battery charging system comprises power conversion circuitry configured to convert input power to charging power; communications circuitry configured to access usage information from a management system of an energy storage device, the usage information comprising a plurality of charging periods and a plurality of discharging periods of the energy storage device; and control circuitry configured to: predict an available charging period based on the usage information; determine a target state of charge of the energy storage device based on the usage information; determine a charging curve configured to charge the energy storage device to the target state of charge by an end time of the available charging period; and control the power conversion circuitry to charge the energy storage device using the charging curve.
Disclosed example battery-powered welding-type power supplies include: a housing; power conversion circuitry within the housing and configured to convert input battery power to welding-type power; and a battery connector on the housing and configured to electrically couple a battery to the power conversion circuitry, the battery connector including: an internal electrical connector integrally coupled within the housing to the power conversion circuitry; a mechanical connector on the housing and configured to removably attach the battery to the housing; and a removable external electrical connector configured to electrically couple the internal electrical connector to a corresponding battery electrical connector while the battery is attached to the housing.
B23K 9/10 - Other electric circuits thereforProtective circuitsRemote controls
H01M 50/262 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders with fastening means, e.g. locks
H01R 13/04 - Pins or blades for co-operation with sockets
A power system comprises: a motor; a flow valve; and a bypass valve; a generator configured to convert mechanical power from the motor to electrical current; a sensor configured to measure an operating frequency of the electrical current, and generate a sensor signal comprising a measured operating frequency; and control circuitry configured to: when the generator is in an operating mode, output a first control signal to control the flow valve to enable the flow of the hydraulic fluid to the motor and output a second control signal to control a degree of openness of the bypass valve based on the sensor signal, and when the generator is in an off mode, output the first control signal to control the flow valve to disable the flow of the hydraulic fluid to the motor.
The present disclosure provides a method for removing ice from a vehicle's handle assembly using a selectable control system. The method includes receiving a control mode signal that selects one of several preset modes to carry out the de-icing operation. These control modes include at least two of the following: a monitoring mode, a vehicle standby mode, and a rapid de-icing mode. In the monitoring mode, the system continuously monitors the frozen state of the handle and applies heat at a first power level based on that condition. The vehicle standby mode preheats the handle at a second power level for a predetermined time before the vehicle is expected to be used. The rapid de-icing mode activates heating at a third power level when the vehicle is already in use. By allowing the selection of different modes based on driving habits or usage scenarios, the method enables a single control system to adapt to varying user needs and conditions.
B60S 1/66 - Other vehicle fittings for cleaning for cleaning vehicle exterior
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
A scale system includes a scale body including a weighing station, the scale body comprising a base casting that defines a first mount feature set and a second mount feature set. A display mount base is configured to enable mating engagement of the display mount base with either the first mount feature set or the second mount feature set. Mating engagement of the display mount base with the first mount feature set defines a first lateral position of the display mount base along a front side of the scale, and mating engagement of the display mount base with the second mount feature set defines a second lateral position of the display mount base along the front side of the scale.
A printer includes a printer body including a cassette station, a printhead, and a media cassette for holding a media that moves past the printhead during printing. The media cassette is engageable in a loaded position in the cassette station and is removable from the cassette station for the purpose of media replacement. The printer body includes a load ramp extending outward from the cassette station, wherein the load ramp defines a linear load path for the media cassette and includes a first surface shape. The media cassette includes a cassette body and a load guide that that extends from the cassette body, wherein the load guide includes a second surface shape. The second surface shape is configured to mate with the first surface shape by overlying the first surface shape without surrounding the load ramp.
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
G01G 19/40 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups with provisions for indicating, recording, or computing price or other quantities dependent on the weight
G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
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FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT FOOT ASSEMBLY
A scale includes a scale body, a weigh station on the scale body and at least one support foot adjustably connected to the scale body for enabling leveling. The scale body includes a base component defining a foot attachment region to which the support foot is connected, wherein the foot attachment region includes a threaded opening and a plurality of detent stop features spaced radially away from the threaded opening. The support foot includes a threaded extension threadedly engaged in the threaded opening, and at least one detent feature selectively engageable with the detent stop features to limit rotatability of the support foot.
G01G 19/40 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups with provisions for indicating, recording, or computing price or other quantities dependent on the weight
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FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED LABEL STOCK JUSTIFICATION ASSEMBLY
A printer includes a printer body including a cassette station, and a media cassette including a media supply hub for holding media supply roll, wherein the media cassette is engageable in a loaded position in the cassette station and is removable from the cassette station for the purpose of media replacement. The cassette station includes a media supply justification arm positioned for engaging with a side edge of the media supply roll when the media cassette is engaged in the loaded position.
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
G01G 19/40 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups with provisions for indicating, recording, or computing price or other quantities dependent on the weight
G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
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FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED LABEL STOCK CASSETTE AND SUPPLY ROLL HUB FOR USE WITH DIFFERENT LABEL STOCK ROLL CORE SIZES
A printer includes a label supply roll hub, a media path along which label stock is movable and a printhead positioned along the media path. The label supply roll hub comprises a hub body and at least one wireform member positioned on the hub body and configured such that at least a core engaging portion of the wireform member is pressed radially inward when engaged by a label supply roll core sliding axially onto the label supply roll hub, wherein the wireform member is configured to apply radially outward pressure against the label supply roll core after the core engaging portion is pressed radially inward.
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
G01G 19/40 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups with provisions for indicating, recording, or computing price or other quantities dependent on the weight
G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
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FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED LABEL STOCK CASSETTE ADAPTABLE FOR USE WITH LINER-BASED AND LINERLESS LABEL STOCK
A printer includes a printer body including a cassette station. A label stock cassette includes a label supply hub for holding label stock, wherein the label stock cassette is engageable in a loaded position in the cassette station and is removable from the cassette station for the purpose of label stock replacement. A deflector is selectively moveable between a storage position on the cassette when the label stock cassette is configured used for use with liner-based label stock and a use position on the cassette when the label stock cassette is configured for use with linerless label stock.
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
G01G 23/38 - Recording or coding devices specially adapted for weighing apparatus
The application relates to a drain valve comprising a cap and a cage. The cap includes at least one lock configured to cooperate with the cage to place the cap in locking engagement with the cage. A keeper is provided to interact with the lock of the cap to maintain the cap in locking engagement with the cage. One or more grips are arranged to secure the cage to a panel, and one or more lips are configured to resist passage of the cage through an aperture in the panel. The drain valve comprises at least one resilient seal.
A printer includes a media path along which labels are movable, and a printhead positioned along the media path. At least a part of the media path includes a side structure defining a first side of the part of the media path and a media edge guide for defining a second side of the part of the media path, wherein the media edge guide is movable so as to adjust a spacing between the media edge guide and the side structure for accommodating different media widths. A guide adjustment assembly connected to the media edge guide for providing tool-free manual movement of a position of the media edge guide to adjust the spacing.
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
B41J 3/44 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms having dual functions or combined with, or coupled to, apparatus performing other functions
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PRINTER, FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED PRINTER ROLLER MOUNTING SYSTEM
A printer includes a media path along which a media is movable, and a printhead assembly positioned along the media path at a first side of the media path. A print roller is positioned along the media path at a second side of the media path such that media passes between the printhead assembly and the print roller. The print roller is mounted to a support assembly that is configured to permit tool-free removal of the print roller for cleaning or replacement.
B41J 13/03 - Rollers driven, e.g. feed rollers separate from platen
B41J 13/076 - Construction of rollersBearings therefor
G01G 19/40 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups with provisions for indicating, recording, or computing price or other quantities dependent on the weight
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PRINTER, FOOD PRODUCT SCALE AND ASSOCIATED REMOVABLE PRINTHEAD UNIT
A printer includes a media path along which a media is movable, and a printhead assembly positioned along the media path at a first side of the media path, wherein the printhead assembly includes a carrier component and a printhead unit, wherein the printhead unit is slidably engageable with the carrier component to facilitate install and removal of the printhead unit in the printer. The printhead unit comprises a removal side that includes a gripping region, wherein the gripping region is defined by an upwardly extending recess on a bottom side of the printhead unit, wherein the upwardly extending recess is bounded on the removal side by a pull wall.
A printer includes a media path along which a media is movable, and a printhead assembly positioned along the media path at a first side of the media path, wherein the printhead assembly includes a printhead unit. A print roller is positioned along the media path at a second side of the media path such that media passes between the printhead assembly and the print roller. A biasing assembly is arranged for biasing the printhead unit toward the print roller, wherein the biasing assembly includes a biasing component that is movable in a direction across a width of the media path in order to laterally shift a zone of biasing pressure that urges the printhead unit toward the print roller as needed to accommodate media of different widths.
Systems and methods for laser welding are disclosed. A laser welding system includes a hand held laser welding tool to direct laser power to a workpiece to generate a weld during a laser welding operation. The welding system includes a beam expanding optic to widen a focal point of the laser beam as applied to the workpiece.
An example welding-type power supply includes: a transformer having a primary winding and first and second secondary windings; a first switching element coupled between the first secondary winding and a first output terminal; a second switching element coupled between the second secondary winding and the first output terminal; a third switching element coupled between the first secondary winding and a second output terminal; a fourth switching element coupled between the second secondary winding and the second output terminal; and a control circuit configured to: control the switching elements to selectively output a positive or negative output voltage without a separate rectifier stage by selectively controlling ones of the switching elements based on a commanded output voltage polarity and an input voltage polarity to the transformer; and controlling the switching elements to reverse the power flow to return reactive energy to an input circuit via the transformer.
The present disclosure provides a fastening assembly and a part in preassembly and a fastening system including same, the fastening assembly is configured to fasten a first component to a second component, the fastening assembly comprises a compensation element, a bolt and a washer. In the fastening assembly of the present disclosure, the washer and the compensation element can rotate together by adding a limiting structure on the washer. The washer is then prevented from rotating by abutting the bolt against the washer, thereby preventing the compensation element from rotating. Moreover, since the torque attenuation between the bolt made of a metal material and the washer made of a metal material is less than the torque attenuation between the washer made of a metal material and the compensation element made of a plastic material, so that it is less likely to cause the torque attenuation between the washer and the compensation element that rotate together. Therefore, the first component connected by means of the compensation element is also less likely to shake relative to the second component, making the connecting structure more robust and reliable.
The present disclosure provides a fastening clip for connecting a first component to a second component. The fastening clip includes a retaining structure, a beam portion and first and second leg portions. The retaining structure is configured to retain the fastening clip on the first component. The beam portion includes a first end and a second end opposite each other and connected to the retaining structure at the first end thereof. The first and second leg portions are respectively connected to the second end of the beam portion on opposite sides of the beam portion and extend toward the first end. The first and second leg portions are deflectable relative to the beam portion. Each of the first and second leg portions has a blocking portion and an engaging portion. The first and second leg portions are configured to clamp at least part of the second component between the blocking portion and the engaging portion to connect the fastening clip to the second component.
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
The present disclosure provides a plug for covering a hole in a component, comprising a cover body, a support portion and a connecting member. The cover body has a thickness direction. The support portion is connected to a side of the cover body in the thickness direction and has a support portion central axis. The connecting member is connected to the support portion and comprises at least two engagement portions arranged around the support portion central axis. The connecting member has elasticity to enable the at least two engagement portions to move toward and away from the support portion central axis with elastic deformation of the connecting member. The plug in the present disclosure has a relatively small thickness.
The disclosure describes a fastener used to connect a first and second component. The fastener includes a flat support portion and a first connecting portion. The connecting portion extends along the fastener's axis and has a side wall and a sealing section. The side wall extends from the edge of the support portion, and the sealing section extends from the outside of the side wall back toward the support portion but doesn't go beyond it. The sealing section is elastic and wraps around the side wall. When the fastener is compressed by the connected component, the elastic sealing section deforms to create a tight seal. This deformation also helps absorb manufacturing and assembly variations, making the fastener easier to produce and install.
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