Thermal expansion joint
US7445248B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L5/025
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A joint is provided permitting relative radial and axial movement between a first wall thermally expanding at a first amount and a second wall thermally expanding at a second amount. The joint includes a first fixed connection between a first edge of the second wall and the first wall. The joint also includes an endplate including a first edge and a second fixed connection between a second edge of the second wall and the first edge of the endplate. The joint also includes a clip and a third fixed connection between the clip and the first wall. The joint further includes a fourth fixed connection between the clip and the endplate, the clip permitting the relative radial and axial movement.
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