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Integrated resonator and filter apparatus

US6048386A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 1998
Grant dateApr 11, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S55/21
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An integral filter and resonator apparatus includes filter elements positioned upstream of a Helmholtz resonator. The first embodiment includes filter elements positioned side by side within the housing. Other embodiments include a filter element with a tube which curves slightly downstream from the element. Another embodiment includes coupled chambers for attenuating the noise.

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