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Self-aligning liquid coupler systems and related methods

US11618563B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 29, 2020
Grant dateApr 4, 2023
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Expiry dateMar 18, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U2101/45
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed for a first link to rotate about a pin joint, a second link rotatably coupled to the first link, the second link having a nozzle at a first end and a weight at a second end opposite the first end, and a fluid inlet including a funnel portion and an opening, the funnel portion having a conical taper converging towards the opening.

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