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System for venting a liquid tank

US6532983B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 10, 2001
Grant dateMar 18, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/4824
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Combination of a float valve for venting a fuel tank allowing venting in the inclined position, preventing the ejection of liquid, fulfilling the OPD and ROV functions and the function of degassing during filling, and of a capacity equipped with a draining system capable of trapping small quantities of liquid fuel entrained with the gases and of returning them to the tank.

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