Fluid manifold systems and methods of manufacture
US11639240B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61J1/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fluid manifold system includes a first manifold having portions of opposing flexible sheets welded together to form a fluid flow path therebetween, a fluid inlet communicating with the fluid flow path. The fluid flow path of the first manifold includes: a primary flow path communicating with the fluid inlet of the first manifold; and a plurality of spaced apart secondary flow paths that branch off of the primary flow path. Each secondary flow path has a first end communicating with the primary flow path and an opposing second end, each secondary flow path having a diameter that is smaller than a diameter of the primary flow path. The fluid manifold system also includes a plurality of tubular connectors with each tubular connector being secured to the first manifold at the second end of a corresponding one of the secondary flow paths.
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