Segmented seal puzzle joint seal
US12060941B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16J15/122
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A segmented sealing assembly includes a first sealing segment having a first resilient sealing element with a first primary sealing surface and a tongue having a secondary sealing surface, and a second sealing segment having a second resilient sealing element with a second primary sealing surface and a groove having another secondary sealing surface. The first and second sealing segments are movable into a contact engagement to form the sealing assembly. When the first and second sealing segments are moved into the contact engagement, the first and second primary sealing surfaces form a primary seal, and the tongue and the groove form a secondary seal.
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