Metering apparatus for dispensing precise volumes of liquid
US4532962A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 1984 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86389
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus is disclosed for dispensing a precise volume of liquid. An emitter dispenses a stream of liquid to an appropriate collector and includes an outlet restriction for generating a positive pressure in the emitter behind the outlet restriction. Liquid is fed to the emitter under pressure. A time delay loop is provided in communication with the emitter behind the outlet restriction for receiving liquid therefrom under the influence of the positive pressure. The exit end of the time delay loop directs liquid received thereby against the stream of liquid dispensed by the emitter and diverts the stream of liquid away from the collector when the time delay loop becomes filled with liquid under pressure from the emitter. A fluid amplifier is provided for generating a laminar liquid power stream to the emitter and for controlling the on-off cycle of the apparatus.
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