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Precision valve assembly

US4537387A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 1982
Grant dateAug 27, 1985
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Expiry dateSep 30, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/7836
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A precision valve assembly for controlling the flow of fluids delivered to a patient has a valve element mounted on a flexible diaphragm. A controlled actuator displaces a portion of the diaphragm surface, flexing it, and by a leverage action, moves the valve closer to or away from the valve seat.

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