Vent cover assembly
US6484712B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF23J2900/13005
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed toward a vent assembly having a vent structure defining at least one vent aperture. The vent assembly includes a vent cap covering the vent aperture or apertures and a vent cover assembly extending around the vent cap and the vent.In one embodiment, the invention is directed toward a vent cover assembly for use with a vent including a vent cap that covers the vent. The vent cover assembly includes a protective structural member extending around the vent cap. The protective structural member allows for proper air flow into and out of the vent cap.In another embodiment, the invention is directed toward a vent cover assembly that has an attachment base and a plurality of semi-cylindrical members connected to the attachment base.
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