Binary fluid control valve system
US11828377B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K31/1264
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Fluid control valves including single-opening, binary fluid control valves that are initially closed and can be opened one time only to allow a fluid transfer between two spaces separated by a fluid impermeable barrier. Applications of valves of this type include inflatable devices, including but not limited to medical device balloons, in particular gastric balloons for weight loss.
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