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Modular vent for removing entrapped moisture with wind

US10571139B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 26, 2019
Grant dateFeb 25, 2020
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Expiry dateApr 26, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04G23/00
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Disclosed is an equalization vent usable for venting and drying a roof. In accordance with example embodiments, the equalization vent may include a base, a cup arranged in the base, a flexible membrane arranged in the cup, an airflow guide arranged on the base and the cup, and a cover on the air flow guide, wherein the flexible membrane allows air to flow through the vent when the pressure outside of the vent is less than the pressure inside the base and prevents air from flowing through the vent when the pressure outside of the vent is greater than pressure inside the base.

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