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Fuel fill vapor recovery system with vapor recirculation

US4762156A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 16, 1987
Grant dateAug 9, 1988
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60K15/03504
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An on board refueling vapor recovery system employs a recirculation line and a regulating valve to prevent the entrainment of atmospheric air into the fuel, without the use of a tight or rubbing seal around the fuel nozzle.

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