Engineering topics
Publications and source records attributed to Tener, W. M..
Overflow sensor for cryogenic fluid vessels has been designed by winding electrical resistance element on porous tubular coil form. Form is positioned in overflow vent of cryogenic fluid vessel where it can differentiate vapor from liquid at same temperature.
Kinetic energy absorber that can safely decelerate a vehicle as it impacts a surface affords minimum rebound, is lightweight and compact, and needs no lubrication or hydraulic fluids.
A wedge-shaped shock mount uses rubber for energy absorption, and the frictional characteristics of ordinary brake material for damping.
A levelometer system, in which the level of cryogenic liquid to be controlled affects the level of an electrolyte, automatically switches a pump on and off. A pressure sensitive diaphragm can also throw a microswitch to start or stop the pump.