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Pressure relief panel assembly

US5036632A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 1990
Grant dateAug 6, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04B1/98
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pressure relief panel assembly including a single rupture panel is provided. The rupture panel includes a domed portion connected to a peripheral flat flange portion and has at least one slit formed therein defining a hinged blow-out part. The hinged blow-out part is connected to the remaining part of the rupture panel by an unslit hinge area and a plurality of rupture tabs.

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