Flow control devices
US12098776B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 21, 2023 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K37/0041
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In accordance with at least one aspect of this disclosure, a flow control device can include, a first plate having one or more windows defining a flow path therethrough, a second plate configured to abut the first plate, and an actuator operatively connected to one or more of the first plate and/or the second plate. The actuator can be configured to drive the first plate and/or the second plate relative to one another to enlarge or reduce the flow path through the one or more windows in the first plate.
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