Fuel shut-off valve assembly with associated components and methods of making and assembling the same
US7549443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 29, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86372
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A shut-off valve assembly includes a one-piece housing having an inlet and an outlet. During manufacture, the housing is formed with an inlet end plate and a fully open end opposite the end plate. A valve door assembly including a flapper door is secured in the housing, and includes a seal between the flapper door and the housing. The open end is then reformed to provide an outlet from the housing. In a fuel system, a cover assembly is releasably secured to the housing.
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