Automotive coolant control valve
US6688333B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 14, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86871
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coolant flow valve for controlling the distribution and flow of coolant to replace the radiator thermostat and heater valve currently used in automotive applications. The valve includes a valve rotor rotationally received in a valve housing wherein the rotational orientation thereof determines which combination of flow paths through four different outlet ports is selected.
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