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Fuel container

US11912466B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2020
Grant dateFeb 27, 2024
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2205/02
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fuel container having a body defining a volume for receiving fuel. The body has an inlet and optionally a vent. The inlet extends upwards as a spout and has a threaded collar which is closed by a threaded cap. A gas expansion pathway is provided between the inlet and the vent. The spout has a guide for receiving and locating a dog-leg portion of a fuel dispenser nozzle. A restriction in the throat of the spout prevents the fuel dispenser nozzle from being inserted beyond a preselected distance into the container thereby preventing backwash and spillage.

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