Automatic fluid delivery systems and methods
US10238086B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24F2221/52
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A fluid delivery system for delivering a fluid from an automatic water source to animals housed in cages in high density caging systems may comprise a fluid delivery valve assembly, wherein the fluid delivery valve assembly is adapted to be coupled to the automatic water source to facilitate the provision of fluid to animals housed in the cages. The fluid delivery valve assembly may further comprise a valve body and end cap, which may be joined together, that define a fluid channel. The fluid delivery valve assembly may further comprise sealing elements, a spring element, and an interior stem disposed at least in part in the fluid channel to open and close the fluid channel.
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