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Sealing systems

US8138443B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 2008
Grant dateMar 20, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 19, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K15/06
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A sealing system includes two fittings, a compliant member, and a spring. The first fitting has two ends, a first cavity, and a first channel. The first channel extends from the first end to the first cavity, which is formed in the second end radially inwardly from an outer surface of the first fitting. The second fitting is disposed in the first cavity and has two ends, a second cavity, and a second channel. The first end is disposed in the first cavity, the second cavity is formed in the first end of the second fitting, and the second channel extends from the second cavity to the second end. The compliant member is disposed in the second cavity. The spring is disposed in the second cavity against the compliant member.

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