| 摘要 |
<p>An embodiment of the present invention includes an apparatus for preparing a fuel tank for repairs and verifying repair work upon completion. The apparat us includes a supply system constructed and arranged to be coupled to the fuel tank for providing a supply of inert gas into the fuel tank, for purging the fuel tank of oxygen to a certain level and for making inert the fuel tank wi th the gas. The supply system includes a gas release system constructed and arranged to provide the supply of inert gas. The supply system further includes an arrangement for connecting and facilitating transport of the ine rt gas. A supply mechanism is configured and positioned to facilitate and regulate a transport of gas from the gas release system to the fuel tank. A connector mechanism is for coupling the supply mechanism to the gas release system. A relief system is constructed and arranged to be coupled to the fue l tank to regulate and relieve pressure in the fuel tank. A plurality of connectors is for connecting the apparatus system to the fuel tank. The plurality of connectors include a first of the plurality of connectors constructed and arranged to couple the supply system to the fuel tank, and a second of the plurality of connectors constructed and arranged to couple the relief system to said fuel tank.</p> |
