Particle build-up prevention in flowing systems
US6945268B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/4273
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system serves to prevent or remove particle build-up in flowing systems, wherein a fluid flows in a conduit to a valve body. A mechanical shock is periodically generated in the valve body that is of a sufficient magnitude to disturb any particle attachment in the conduit or the valve body. The shock may be generated via direct impact with the valve body or passively using the fluid flowing in the conduit.
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