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Apparatus and method for controlling the distribution of air in an HVAC system

US11458809B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 29, 2019
Grant dateOct 4, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60H2001/00721
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An air distribution plenum for controlling air flow in a vehicle HVAC system includes an air inlet and first and second air outlets. A movable member substantially blocks the first and second air outlets when in a first position, blocks only the first air outlet in a second position, blocks only the second air outlet in a third position, and permits air to flow through both the first and second air outlets when in a fourth position.

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