Low restriction hose and seal assembly
US6390138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L31/00
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A polymeric hose assembly including a male hose inserted within a female hose connects an air cleaner to an internal combustion engine. An elastomeric seal including a plurality of bellows is bonded around the circumference of the exterior surfaces of the female hose and the male hose at bonding points. The plurality of bellows expand to allow for the expansion of the hose assembly to accommodate for engine movement and vibrations.
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