摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To achieve versatile application possibilities while keeping a relatively low flow loss in a drip-free coupling structure. <P>SOLUTION: The coupling structure 6 comprises connecting means that can be applied to a first unit, complementary connecting means that can be applied to a second unit, and a control device that can be positioned between a first line segment and a second line segment. The control device can be switched between a blocking position in which the connection between the first line segment and the second line segment is blocked, and a flow position in which the connection between the first line segment and the second line segment is open. The control device 32 includes a control body 30 rotatably supported between the blocked position and the flow position. The control body can be positioned at a distance between the first line segment and the second line segment. In the control body, an intermediate line segment is embedded, and the first line segment can be connected to the second line segment via the intermediate line segment. The control body 30 is adjustable for its position via translationally adjustable operating means, and is provided with a direction converting mechanism 96. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2012,JPO&INPIT |