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Binary fluid control valve system

US11098813B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 8, 2019
Grant dateAug 24, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 8, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16K31/1264
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Fluid control valves including single-opening, binary fluid control valves that are initially closed and can be opened one time only to allow a fluid transfer between two spaces separated by a fluid impermeable barrier. Applications of valves of this type include inflatable devices, including but not limited to medical device balloons, in particular gastric balloons for weight loss.

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