Methods of using an integrated scraper-sponge having a scraper layer with and edge and fixed between the first and second sponge and/or abrasive layers. The scraper sponge is wetted and applied to a surface that is contaminated. The scraper-sponge is moved about the contaminated surface or dabbed onto the surface. The wet sponge portion loosens residue while the scraper edge scrapes residue from the surface as the scraper is moved about the contaminated surface.

Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are provided for implementing a self-cleaning sensor apparatus. In some examples, the self-cleaning sensor apparatus can include an optical sensor; an actuator system to rotate a rotary joint of the self-cleaning sensor apparatus; a manifold directly or indirectly coupled to the rotary joint, the manifold being configured to rotate in response to a rotation of the rotary joint, and wherein the manifold is disposed at an angle relative to a top or bottom surface of the optical sensor; and one or more nozzles disposed within the manifold, the one or more nozzles being configured to spray compressed air on an exterior surface of the optical sensor, the exterior surface including a surface of a lens of the optical sensor and/or a surface configured to send and receive optical signals associated with the optical sensor.

A coupling for a tube includes an attachment and a housing. The attachment is attached to the tube and has a barrel-shaped exterior surface. The housing contains the barrel-shaped exterior surface such that the attachment is rotatable in the housing while not being removable from the housing. The coupling thereby allows easy rotation of the tube within the coupling. The coupling may be utilized to attach the tube to another tube or to another structure.

A camera cleaning system for an autonomous vehicle may include a platform that can accommodate multiple cameras, wiper systems, as well as a fluid delivery system. The wiper system may include a wiper, rail, and a hydraulic motion component for each camera. The platform surface that contacts the wiper system's wipers and cleaning fluid may be angled and may include a window or lens for each camera. The autonomous vehicle may include a controller that may decide when a camera cleaning protocol should be executed. Alternatively, or additionally, a camera cleaning protocol may be executed periodically, as indicated by a controller.

The present disclosure relates to a kit for cleaning biological fluids from a surface. The kit comprises at least one protective article of clothing, absorbent powder, a trash bag, surface sanitizer, an absorbent towel, a scraper, a handle, and a dustpan. The dustpan is configured to be securely coupled to the handle. The dustpan has a lid and a base and can alternate between an open position and a self-sealing closed position. In the closed position the base and lid define an interior volume having a height along a y-axis, a width along an x-axis, and a depth along a z-axis. An adhesive strip is coupled to a lip of the dustpan and is configured to interact with a surface and temporarily engage the dustpan with the surface. The absorbent powder is a mixture of a super absorbent polymer and perlite.

The invention relates to a motor vehicle driver assistance system (100) comprising at least one detection module (101) and a cleaning device (120), the detection module (101) comprising at least one driver assistance sensor (110, 130) and at least a protective window (140) closing the detection module (101) and protecting the at least one driver assistance sensor (110, 130), the cleaning device (120) being configured to clean the protective window (140) and the cleaning device (120) comprising at least one wiper (121) in contact with the protective window (140) and able to move in a rectilinear main direction (D).

A solar tracker waterless cleaning system for cleaning solar panels of a solar tracker being able to be positioned at a pre-determined angle, including a docking station and an autonomous robotic cleaner (ARC), the docking station coupled with an edge of the solar tracker, the ARC including at least one rechargeable power source, at least one cleaning cylinder, at least one edge sensor, at least one cleaning cylinder direct current (DC) drive motor including a built-in encoder, a cleaning cylinder drive belt and a controller, the cleaning cylinder including a plurality of fins which rotates for generating a directional air flow for pushing dirt off of the surface of the solar tracker without water, the cleaning cylinder DC drive motor for driving the cleaning cylinder, the controller for controlling a cleaning process of the ARC, the built-in encoder for determining a revolutions per minute (RPM) of the cleaning cylinder.

A washing apparatus comprises a tank in which rotatable, bladed shafts are located. The tank has a closable lower outlet located at a first end of the tank, and an upper outlet located at the first end of the tank, the upper outlet being higher than the lower outlet. A further outlet is located at a second end or between the first and second ends. The tank is disposed at an inclined angle such that the first end of the tank is lower than the second end of the tank, and is movable between a first inclined state in which the inclined angle is relatively shallow, and a second inclined state in which the inclined angle is relatively steep. The apparatus is able to perform the tasks of either a log washer or coarse material washer depending on the angle of inclination.

A cleaning device for high voltage transmission and distribution insulators, featuring orthogonally oriented scrubbing and wiping attachments for the simultaneous cleaning of perpendicular surfaces, which extend to an insulator surface from telescoping support prongs, which are supported by a handle which provides a gripping location for manual operation of the present invention.

A means of integrating the materials and automating the actions required for the cleaning of optical fiber, where the present invention can hold cleaning material, dispense cleaning agent, and clean multiple fibers, while routing conduits and cleaning pads protect the optical fiber from mechanical stress.