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Systems and methods for duct protection

US10001232B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 13, 2015
Grant dateJun 19, 2018
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L57/00
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and systems for protecting a duct joint are provided. An assembly for protecting a joint formed between a first duct and an adjacent second duct includes a first coupling element coupled about the first duct and a second coupling element coupled about the second duct. The assembly also includes a plurality of axial straps coupled between the first coupling element and the second coupling element such that each axial strap of the plurality of straps forms a loop that encircles a portion of each of the first coupling element and the second coupling element.

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