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Anti-flutter baffle

US11654976B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 4, 2018
Grant dateMay 23, 2023
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/30
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A baffle assembly for use in a transportation vehicle, comprising a carrier including an interior portion that includes a plurality of walls extending upward, a rim portion that extends to substantially surround the interior portion and a fastener that extends upward from the rim portion in the same direction as the plurality of walls. The baffle also includes a resinous sealant that includes a polymer that is adapted for thermal expansion upon activation by heat that is located on at least a portion of the interior portion wherein the rim portion is substantially free of any sealant.

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