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Multi-lobed seal member

US8246055B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 2009
Grant dateAug 21, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 11, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L23/22
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A seal member for creating an adequate sealing engagement between two bodies. The seal member may have a closed loop shape, a plurality of engagement surfaces and a plurality of lobes formed on the engagement surfaces. The lobes may contact a sealing surface on a body to aid in creating an adequate seal between two bodies.

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