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Softstart valve means

US7891375B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2007
Grant dateFeb 22, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 14, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/87233
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A softstart valve means comprises a main valve member which is only switched over after a certain time from a closed position into an open position. The opening force required for switch over of the main valve member can be produced selectively in a manner dependent from pressure obtaining in a secondary duct or in a time dependent fashion. The respective operational mode can be selected by actuation of switch over means.

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