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Cap for reserve tanks

US5152419A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 1990
Grant dateOct 6, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S220/33
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cap for reserve tanks, wherein said cap has a vent path. The cap consists of an upper member and a lower member, wherein an annular rib is defined in the upper surface of the lower member. The annular rib is forced into abutment with the lower surface of said upper member so as to form an inner chamber and an outer chamber between said upper and lower members. A portion of said annular rib is extended in the central direction of the annular rib, and a groove or a hole is formed in the extention of the annular rib, said groove or hole allowing communication between said inner and outer chambers.

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