Abstract:
A tamper resistant beverage dispensing bag has a flexible pouch having a top, a bottom, first and second panels and a width, and wherein the first and second panels define a first opening at the top and wherein at least one of the first and second panels defines a second opening near the bottom, and wherein the pouch has a top edge; a liquid dispensing apparatus including a tube and being connected to the pouch to permit a controlled flow of liquid from the second opening of the pouch; and, wherein the first and second panels are connected together at the top to releasably close the first opening.
Abstract:
A suspension system includes a longitudinal member, an air spring, a damper and an axle assembly. The air spring is not directly attached to the chassis but is mounted to contact a locating plate attached to the chassis. The locating plate includes a lip such that the locating plate is of a frustum configuration that laterally locates and self aligns the air spring upon pivotal movement and re-alignment of the air spring with the chassis. Preferably, the suspension system includes a protective skirt which aids in bringing the air cell into a correct position with the locating plate. In addition the axle assembly extends away from the chassis at a speed restricted by the damper such that the anti-vacuum system can equalize the pressure within the air cell.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an arrangement for the rear end of a motor vehicle with a fuel filler line and a compound crank which exhibits two trailing arms and a cross member connecting the trailing arms with each other, with the trailing arms being pivotably supportable in the direction of their longitudinal axis on their one end area by means of a connection element on the body shell of the vehicle, and having on their other end area a holder for a wheel bearing unit. Provision is made that the filler line crosses at least one of the trailing arms in the area between a connection site for the cross member and the connection element. The invention further relates to a compound crank for the rear end of a motor vehicle, and a rear end of a vehicle.
Abstract:
A method for dispensing a liquid includes providing a container having a top, a bottom, a first opening at the top and a second opening proximal the bottom; providing a liquid dispensing bag including a flexible pouch having a top, a bottom, and first and second panels, the first and second panels defining an interior and a first opening to the interior at the bag top, wherein at least one of the first and second panels defines a second opening to the interior near the bag bottom, and wherein the bag further includes liquid dispensing apparatus including a tube connected to the pouch to permit a controlled flow of liquid from the second opening of the pouch, and wherein the first and second panels are connected together at the pouch top to releasably close the first pouch opening. The first pouch opening is opening by separating the first and second panels from each other at the top of the pouch, and the bag is positioned in the container with the tube extending out through the second opening of the container. Liquid is inserted into the bag interior, and liquid dispensing apparatus is actuated to selectively release the liquid out through the tube.
Abstract:
Gas spring includes a cover which works together with a rolling bellows and a bottom part to form a gas-filled spring space, where at least part of the outside surface of the rolling bellows is covered by a sleeve. The sleeve provides a receptacle for at least one sensor which detects the stroke position of the gas spring.
Abstract:
A method for dispensing a liquid includes providing a container having a top, a bottom, a first opening at the top and a second opening proximal the bottom; providing a liquid dispensing bag including a flexible pouch having a top, a bottom, and first and second panels, the first and second panels defining an interior and a first opening to the interior at the bag top, wherein at least one of the first and second panels defines a second opening to the interior near the bag bottom, and wherein the bag further includes liquid dispensing apparatus including a tube connected to the pouch to permit a controlled flow of liquid from the second opening of the pouch, and wherein the first and second panels are connected together at the pouch top to releasably close the first pouch opening. The first pouch opening is opening by separating the first and second panels from each other at the top of the pouch, and the bag is positioned in the container with the tube extending out through the second opening of the container. Liquid is inserted into the bag interior, and liquid dispensing apparatus is actuated to selectively release the liquid out through the tube.
Abstract:
An air spring (10) for use in a motor vehicle suspension system is provided. The air spring includes a generally cylindrical flexible bladder (12) having a circular upper opening (18), a support unit (14) sealingly connected to the flexible bladder (12), and a unitary integrated top assembly (16) connected to the upper opening (18) in an air-tight manner. The support unit (14) further includes an installation fastener (52) for connection to vehicle support brackets (78). The top assembly (16) includes a sealed body (34) having an interior open volume (23) and optional attachment components positioned on the body to connect the top assembly to a vehicle main frame. The top assembly further includes an optional connection port (28) adapted for pneumatic intercommunication with other air springs and an optional fill port (48) for connection to a pressurized air system.
Abstract:
An integral one-piece end plate and bracket combination is formed of a high strength plastic and is mounted in an airtight sealing engagement with an open end of a flexible elastomeric sleeve which forms the fluid pressure chamber of an air spring. The end plate includes a semi-circular wall which extends perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the air spring and a semi-circular opening. The bracket includes an upstanding wall perpendicular to the semi-circular wall of the end plate and a half dome-shaped wall, which together with the upstanding wall, forms an auxiliary fluid chamber which is in fluid communication through the semi-circular opening with the main fluid chamber of the flexible sleeve. The upstanding wall includes attachments for securing the bracket and end plate to a support structure which aligns with a longitudinal axis of the air spring. A fluid inlet conduit extends outwardly from the upstanding bracket wall to provide fluid communication between the auxiliary fluid chamber of the bracket and an external source of pressurized fluid. A plurality of reinforcing ribs are formed on the walls of the bracket and on the end plate to provide a rigid structure.
Abstract:
The air bellows device for use with automobiles has a bellows element as commonly understood for use in slidable engagement with for example the struts of an automobile to raise and lower the frame relative to the axles. The air pressure end plate and pressure end plate are attached to the end caps of the bellows element using five or more holes through which bolts pass to threadably engage five or more threaded holes in each end cap. In addition the gap between the strut shaft and the wall of the openings in each end plate to receive the strut shaft is sealed by the use of two O-rings.
Abstract:
An air spring (10) for use in a motor vehicle suspension system is provided. The air spring includes a generally cylindrical flexible bladder (12) having a circular upper opening (18), a support unit (14) sealingly connected to the flexible bladder (12), and a unitary integrated top assembly (16) connected to the upper opening (18) in an air-tight manner. The support unit (14) further includes an installation fastener (52) for connection to a vehicle support brackets (78). The top assembly (16) includes a sealed body (34) having an interior open volume (23) and optional attachment components positioned on the body to connect the top assembly to a vehicle main frame. The top assembly further includes an optional connection port (28) adapted for pneumatic intercommunication with other air springs and an optional fill port (48) for connection to a pressurized air system.