Externally adjustable flow management valve assembly and system
US11016512B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01F15/08
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a system and valve assembly that can be used to promote the laminar flow of a variety of fluids and gases. In one embodiment, the valve assembly can be used to remove entrained water bubbles from a water supply. This, in turn, increases the density of water running through an associated water meter. This ensures that the water meter is not inaccurately including entrained air as metered water. The result is more accurate water readings and reduced utility bills. The assembly can be externally adjusted using an adjustment tool so as to increase or decrease the tension on an interior spring which, in turn, increases or decreases the rate at which the interior block oscillates.
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