Fluid distribution manifold
US11137780B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01F15/0755
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A manifold includes a housing defining first and second inlets and outlets. With the housing, a valve retainer defines a first chamber in fluid communication with the first and second inlets. The valve retainer may engage a first valve assembly having a first actuator attached to a first valve member for regulating flow from the first outlet, and a second valve assembly having a second actuator attached to a second valve member for regulating flow from the second outlet port. A sensor assembly is configured to detect first and second operations of the first and second valve assemblies. A controller directs independent operations of the first and second actuators based on first and second flow rates derived from the first and second operations. The first and second valve members may be positioned within portions of respective first and second valve bodies in open fluid communication with the first chamber.
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