Self-breaking radiator side plates
US7621317B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF28F2265/26
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A side plate for a heat exchanger, a heat exchanger and a method for making a heat exchanger are provided. The side plate, which may be incorporated into the heat exchanger, includes a first body piece having a first edge and a second body piece having a second edge. The first and second edges are separated by an opening except for point connections. After the heat exchanger is assembled the point connections may be sheared to permit the side plate to expand and contract as a result of positive and negative stresses.
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