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Device for elimination of vibrations of a valve for decompression of an enclosure

US4545562A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 28, 1983
Grant dateOct 8, 1985
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/785
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Device for elimination of vibrations of a valve for decompression of an enclosure containing a fluid under pressure, comprising a lever articulated on the valve body in two parts. The first part is integrally fixed to a spindle mounted to rotate in the valve body. This part comprises a rocker arm and its end opposite the rocker arm is connected to the valve stem. The second part is connected to the moveable armature of an electromagnet and comprises a bearing surface for the tappet. The two parts of the lever are connected through the intermediary of a friction coupling. Movements of the valve beyond the position of locking by the electromagnet are damped by the friction coupling. The invention is applicable in particular to a decompression valve in a pressurized water nuclear reactor.

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