公开(公告)号：US5803115A

公开(公告)日：1998-09-08

申请号：US918366

申请日：1997-08-26

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen ,  David D. Riley ,  Matthew T. Higgins

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen ,  David D. Riley ,  Matthew T. Higgins

IPC: F16K17/19 ,  F16K17/26

CPC classification number: F16K17/19 ,  Y10T137/7773 ,  Y10T137/778

Abstract: A combination valve for relieving pressure and vacuum conditions in a pressurizable tank includes an elongated rod with a spring seat thereon, a body member sealingly securable to the tank, a cover member secured for axial movement with the rod, a spring mounted between the body member and rod so as to yieldably urge the rod and cover member toward the body member, and an O-ring rollably disposed in a groove in the body member. The width of the O-ring is substantially less than the width of the groove such that the O-ring is rollable within the groove between the body member and the cover member. A seal member mounts on the rod and extends between the cavity and the cover member so as to normally sealingly engage the cover member and cover the vent. In a vacuum venting mode, the flexible seal member is suctioned away from the cover member and the vents therein in response to a predetermined vacuum present in the tank. The air can then be drawn into the tank through the vent. In a pressure relieving mode, the pressure in the tank overcomes the force of the spring so as to move the cover member upwardly with respect to the body member. This relative movement causes the O-ring to roll upwardly and eventually stop on an upper shoulder of the groove. Thereafter, movement of the cover member relative to the body member causes the cover member to slide past the O-ring and open an annular pressure relieving passage between the cover member and the O-ring.

Abstract translation: 用于在可加压罐中释放压力和真空条件的组合阀包括其上具有弹簧座的细长杆，密封地固定到罐的主体构件，固定成与杆一起轴向运动的盖构件，安装在主体构件之间的弹簧 和杆，以便可靠地将杆和盖构件推向主体构件，以及可旋转地设置在主体构件中的凹槽中的O形环。 O形环的宽度基本上小于槽的宽度，使得O形环可在本体构件和盖构件之间的槽内滚动。 密封构件安装在杆上并在空腔和盖构件之间延伸，以便通常密封地接合盖构件并覆盖通气口。 在真空排气模式中，响应于存在于罐中的预定真空，柔性密封构件从盖构件和其中的通风口被抽吸。 然后可以通过排气口将空气吸入罐中。 在减压模式中，罐中的压力克服了弹簧的力，以使盖构件相对于主体构件向上移动。 该相对运动导致O形环向上滚动并最终停在凹槽的上肩上。 此后，盖构件相对于主体构件的移动使得盖构件滑过O形环并且打开盖构件和O形环之间的环形减压通道。

公开(公告)号：US6155048A

公开(公告)日：2000-12-05

申请号：US939244

申请日：1997-09-29

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F02B37/18 ,  F16K31/365

CPC classification number: F02B37/183 ,  F02B37/186 ,  F02C6/12 ,  Y02T10/144

Abstract: An actuator for a turbocharger includes a hollow body member having a open top. A flexible elastic diaphragm extends across and is sealingly secured to the open top of the hollow body member which sealingly secures it thereagainst. A cap covers the open top and has a recessed surface formed therein directed toward the open top. The cap is sealingly secured against the body member so as to define a pressurizable cavity in the hollow between the cap and the diaphragm, and the cap having a rigid stem protruding therefrom with a fluid passage extending through the stem and into fluid communication with the cavity. An actuator rod is axially movable by the diaphragm in response to a predetermined pressure in the cavity.

Abstract translation: 用于涡轮增压器的致动器包括具有开口顶部的中空本体构件。 柔性弹性隔膜横跨并密封地固定到中空本体构件的敞开的顶部，其密封地固定在其上。 帽覆盖开口顶部并且具有形成在其中的凹陷表面朝向开口顶部。 盖子密封地固定在主体构件上，以便在盖和隔膜之间的空腔中限定可加压的空腔，并且盖具有从其突出的刚性杆，流体通道延伸穿过杆并与空腔流体连通 。 响应于空腔中的预定压力，致动器杆可以由隔膜轴向移动。

公开(公告)号：US06820637B1

公开(公告)日：2004-11-23

申请号：US10196040

申请日：2002-07-16

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen ,  Peter (Veli Pekka) Huopalainen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen ,  Peter (Veli Pekka) Huopalainen

IPC: A01M700

CPC classification number: F01P3/20 ,  F01P2050/02 ,  F01P2050/06 ,  F24H9/126 ,  G05D23/023 ,  G05D23/1313 ,  Y10T137/6579 ,  Y10T137/6881

Abstract: An improved water heater is proved, particularly for marine use, wherein a heated liquid, such as engine coolant, flows to a heat exchanger in a water tank to heat the water therein. The improvement comprises a check valve assembly in the engine coolant line to control the flow of coolant to the heat exchanger, and thereby control the temperature of the water. As the water temperature increases, the check valve moves towards a closed position to reduce and ultimately stop the flow of heated engine coolant to the heat exchanger. As the water temperature decreases, the poppet valve moves toward and open position, so as to increase the flow of engine coolant to the heat exchanger, and thereby further heat the water. The water temperature is sensed by a wax actuator within the check valve which expands in response to increased water temperatures and contracts in response to decreased water temperatures.

Abstract translation: 证明了一种改进的热水器，特别是对于海洋用途，其中诸如发动机冷却剂的加热液体流入水箱中的热交换器以加热其中的水。 该改进包括在发动机冷却剂管线中的止回阀组件，以控制到热交换器的冷却剂流，从而控制水的温度。 随着水温的升高，止回阀向关闭位置移动，以减少并最终停止加热的发动机冷却液流向热交换器。 当水温降低时，提升阀朝向和打开位置移动，从而增加发动机冷却剂到热交换器的流动，从而进一步加热水。 水温度由止回阀内的蜡致动器感测到，其响应于水温升高而膨胀，并响应于水温降低而收缩。

公开(公告)号：US5355558A

公开(公告)日：1994-10-18

申请号：US103867

申请日：1993-08-09

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: A47J37/07 ,  E05D3/06 ,  E05D11/08 ,  A47J37/00

CPC classification number: E05D3/18 ,  A47J37/0713 ,  E05D11/08 ,  E05Y2900/20 ,  Y10T16/52 ,  Y10T16/54038 ,  Y10T16/544 ,  Y10T16/5445 ,  Y10T16/5476

Abstract: A gas kettle-type barbecue grill is provided for use on boats or other environments. The grill includes a bowl-shaped base and bowl-shaped cover which are pivotally connected by hinges on opposite sides of the grill. Each hinge includes a pair of hinge arms having four pivot connections between the base and the cover. A burner is mounted in the bottom of the base, which horizontally receives a fuel inlet line. A flavor plate is mounted on top of the burner so as to evenly distribute heat within the base of the grill. The grill grate is secured within the base by mounting brackets. The grill is mounted to a post connected to a railing on the boat or to legs, and is rotable about a vertical axis so as to block the wind from the grate, regardless of the wind direction.

Abstract translation: 提供燃气壶式烧烤架供船只或其他环境使用。 格栅包括碗形基座和碗形盖，其通过铰链在格栅的相对侧上枢转地连接。 每个铰链包括一对铰链臂，其在基座和盖之间具有四个枢轴连接。 燃烧器安装在基座的底部，水平地容纳燃料入口管线。 风味板安装在燃烧器的顶部，以便在烤架的基座内均匀分布热量。 格栅格栅通过安装支架固定在基座内。 格栅安装在连接到船上或腿上的栏杆上的柱上，并且可绕垂直轴线旋转，以便阻止风从风道，而不管风向。

公开(公告)号：US5165445A

公开(公告)日：1992-11-24

申请号：US748003

申请日：1991-08-21

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F16K17/196

CPC classification number: F16K17/196 ,  Y10T137/7777 ,  Y10T137/778

Abstract: A combination pressure and vacuum relief vent apparatus which accurately and reliably provides both high flow rates of pressure relief and negative pressure or vacuum relief in a container, the apparatus comprising a base member having a passageway extending between opposite ends thereof, one end of which base member can be mounted on or over an orifice on a container, a shaft member located in the passagway of the base member and a combination valve assembly mounted on the shaft member adjacent to the opposite or free end of the body member, which combination valve assembly opens to provide high flow rates of pressure relief at a precise predetermined first set pressure and closes when the pressure falls below substantially the same or a lower set value and which combination valve assembly includes a vacuum valve member which moves along the shaft member away from the combination valve assembly in response to the pressure in the container decreasing or falling below a second predetermined pressure condition to allow ambient air to enter the container therebetween, and a seal member located on the shaft member adjacent to the vacuum valve member which forms a seal therebetween.

Abstract translation: 一种组合的压力和真空释放排放装置，其精确和可靠地提供容器中的高压泄压和负压或真空释放的高流量，该装置包括具有在其相对端之间延伸的通道的基部构件，其一端 构件可以安装在容器上的孔口上，位于基座构件的通道中的轴构件和安装在轴构件上的组合阀组件，该组件阀组件邻近主体构件的相对或自由端，该组合阀组件 打开以在精确的预定的第一设定压力下提供高流量的压力释放，并且当压力低于基本上相同或较低的设定值时关闭，并且该组合阀组件包括真空阀构件，该真空阀构件沿轴构件远离 组合阀组件响应于容器中的压力降低或落在第二预制件下方 压力条件允许环境空气进入其间的容器，以及密封构件，其位于与真空阀构件相邻的轴构件上，在密封构件之间形成密封。

公开(公告)号：US06189435B1

公开(公告)日：2001-02-20

申请号：US09201025

申请日：1998-11-30

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen ,  Shawn H. Lange

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen ,  Shawn H. Lange

IPC: F01B1900

CPC classification number: F16J3/02 ,  F01B19/00

Abstract: A diaphragm for a turbo charger actuator includes a layer of fabric having upper and lower surfaces. A first layer of elastomeric material coats at least a portion of the upper surface of the fabric to prevent pressurized air from passing through. A second layer of elastomeric material coats at least a portion of the lower surface of the fabric to form a plurality of ribs thereon. The ribs reinforce the fabric and prevent dirt or other abrasive particles from wearing holes in the elastomeric material and the fabric. When the fabric has woven strands, the ribs protect some of the points where the strands intersect in key areas on the diaphragm.

Abstract translation: 用于涡轮增压器致动器的隔膜包括具有上表面和下表面的织物层。 第一层弹性体材料涂覆织物上表面的至少一部分，以防止加压空气通过。 第二层弹性体材料涂覆织物下表面的至少一部分以在其上形成多个肋。 肋条加强织物，防止污垢或其他磨料颗粒在弹性体材料和织物中穿孔。 当织物具有编织股线时，肋条保护股线在隔膜上的关键区域相交的一些点。

公开(公告)号：US5746058A

公开(公告)日：1998-05-05

申请号：US613496

申请日：1996-03-11

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F02B37/18 ,  F02B37/12

CPC classification number: F15B15/10 ,  F02B37/183 ,  F02B37/186

Abstract: An adjustable actuator for a waste gate exhaust valve of a turbocharger includes a housing having a first opening therein for communication with the pressure outlet of the turbocharger and a second opening therein remote from the first opening. The actuator also includes a rod interconnecting the housing and the waste gate exhaust valve through the second opening. The actuator further includes a pivotal mounting bracket connected to the housing adjacent the second opening. One or more flange portions extend radially outward from a central body portion which has an aperture therein for receiving the rod. The actuator also includes a fastener for selectively clamping the bracket to the housing such that the bracket can rotate and tilt with respect to housing when the fastener is loosened and is held in a fixed positioned once the fastener is tightened. The actuator utilizes a flat elastic diaphragm at a seam between two portions of the house to divide it into first and second chambers respectively and provide increased durability. One of the spring guides for mounting the rod assembly to the housing can be threaded into the housing so as to provide axial adjustment, which translates into a change to the preload on the spring and thereby the boost pressure setting of the turbocharger.

Abstract translation: 一种用于涡轮增压器的废门排气阀的可调节致动器包括：壳体，其具有用于与涡轮增压器的压力出口连通的第一开口和远离第一开口的第二开口。 致动器还包括通过第二开口将壳体与废气门排气阀互连的杆。 致动器还包括枢转安装支架，其与第二开口相邻的壳体连接。 一个或多个凸缘部分从其中具有孔的中心主体部分径向向外延伸以容纳杆。 致动器还包括用于将支架选择性地夹紧到壳体的紧固件，使得当紧固件松动时，托架可以相对于壳体旋转和倾斜，并且一旦紧固件被紧固就将其保持在固定的位置。 致动器在房屋的两个部分之间的接缝处使用平坦的弹性隔膜，以将其分成第一和第二室，并提供增加的耐久性。 用于将杆组件安装到壳体的弹簧引导件之一可以拧入壳体中，以便提供轴向调节，其转化为弹簧上的预载荷的变化，从而改变涡轮增压器的增压压力。

公开(公告)号：US6109167A

公开(公告)日：2000-08-29

申请号：US90482

申请日：1998-06-04

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F02B37/18 ,  F15B15/14 ,  F16J9/00 ,  F02D23/00

CPC classification number: F02B37/186 ,  F15B15/1452 ,  Y02T10/144

Abstract: An actuator for a turbocharger includes a piston axially movable within a housing. The piston has a plurality of annular grooves thereon, and a plurality of O-rings are loosely restrained respectively in the annular grooves. Thus, the O-rings are axially movable within the grooves prior to moving with respect to the housing, so as to reduce the hysteresis which normally accompanies movement of the piston within the housing.

Abstract translation: 用于涡轮增压器的致动器包括可在壳体内轴向移动的活塞。 活塞在其上具有多个环形槽，并且多个O形环分别松动地约束在环形槽中。 因此，在相对于壳体移动之前，O形环可以在槽内轴向移动，以便减小通常伴随活塞在壳体内移动的滞后。

公开(公告)号：US5787791A

公开(公告)日：1998-08-04

申请号：US821276

申请日：1997-03-20

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F02B37/18 ,  F01B31/00

CPC classification number: F15B15/24 ,  F02B37/186

Abstract: An actuator for a turbocharger includes a housing having a chamber therein, a piston assembly having a rod and a piston secured to a rod for axial movement therewith, a spring operatively interposed between the piston and the housing for urging the piston upward within the chamber. A hollow retainer is mounted to the housing and extends into the chamber alongside the piston. The retainer has a housed portion having a generally cupped shape with a cavity therein for receiving a pressure signal from the turbocharger. The retainer has axially spaced first and second peripheral protrusions thereon. An O-ring mounts on the retainer between the first and second protrusions and in engagement with the retainer and piston simultaneously. The O-ring rolls between the first and second protrusions in response to the pressure signal and the resulting relative axial movement between the retainer and piston, thus decreasing hysteresis in the actuator.

Abstract translation: 用于涡轮增压器的致动器包括其中具有腔室的壳体，具有杆的活塞组件和固定到杆的用于与其轴向运动的活塞，可操作地插入在活塞和壳体之间的弹簧，用于在腔室内向上推动活塞。 中空的保持器安装到壳体并沿着活塞延伸到腔室中。 保持器具有容纳部分，其具有大致杯状形状，其中具有空腔，用于接收来自涡轮增压器的压力信号。 保持器在其上具有轴向间隔开的第一和第二周边突起。 O形圈安装在第一和第二突起之间的保持器上并同时与保持器和活塞接合。 O形圈响应于压力信号在第一和第二突起之间滚动，并且由此导致保持器和活塞之间的相对轴向运动，从而减小致动器中的滞后。

公开(公告)号：US5240027A

公开(公告)日：1993-08-31

申请号：US998562

申请日：1992-12-30

Applicant: Mark W. Vertanen

Inventor： Mark W. Vertanen

IPC: F16K17/00 ,  F16K17/196 ,  F16K17/38

CPC classification number: F16K17/003 ,  F16K17/196 ,  F16K17/383 ,  Y10T137/1804

Abstract: Apparatus which can be installed over an opening on a container and can provide relief of excessive pressure conditions and excessive vacuum conditions in the container and provide rapid temperature actuated pressure relief for the container in the event of fire or other potentially dangerous heat related conditions, the apparatus including an aperture therethrough communicating with the container opening and a member releasable maintained in the aperture with a substance which melts at a predetermined temperature to enable pressure in the container acting against the releasable member to separate and even blow the releasable member from the apparatus and escape from the container through the aperture, the preferred construction including a self-actuating and self-modulating combined pressure and vacuum relief valve assembly which provides accurate pressure relief for the container at a predetermined over pressure condition and high inflow rates of air for vacuum relief at a predetermined excessive vacuum or negative pressure condition, the combined relief valve assembly being mounted on the releasable member.

Abstract translation: 可以安装在容器上的开口上的装置，并且可以提供容器中过大的压力条件和过度的真空条件的释放，并且在发生火灾或其他潜在危险的热相关条件时为容器提供快速的温度启动的压力释放， 装置，其包括通过其与容器开口连通的孔，以及可在物料中释放的物质，物质在预定温度下熔化，以使容器中的压力作用在可释放构件上，从而将可释放构件从该装置分离并均匀地吹脱， 优选的结构包括自动致动和自调节组合的压力和真空安全阀组件，其在预定的过压条件下为容器提供准确的压力释放，并且用于真空释放的空气的高流入速率 在preetermi 组合的安全阀组件安装在可释放构件上。