Gas delivery system
US5954232A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17C2270/0736
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A gas delivery system includes a capsule for storing a propellant fluid, e.g. helium under pressure, e.g. between about 60 and 80 bar. The capsule is provided with a stopper having a stem formed with a frangible section. In use, mechanical means is employed to rupture the stem about the frangible section to release the fluid under high pressure.
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