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Method and a device for filling a reservoir of variable working volume

US8061393B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2006
Grant dateNov 22, 2011
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B7/2878
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A filling method for filling a reservoir (10) of variable working volume with a fluid, the method being characterized in that the reservoir (10) is firstly emptied of any content, such that its working volume is substantially zero, and the fluid is then injected into the reservoir, thereby increasing the working volume of the reservoir (10).

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