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Lattice structure for a distensible fuel tank

US8657051B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 28, 2012
Grant dateFeb 25, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 28, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Y2200/92
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A distensible fuel tank included in a vehicle is provided. The distensible fuel tank includes a housing enclosing a lattice structure substantially spanning a portion of an interior defined by the housing, the lattice structure including a plurality of intersecting wall members, at least two of the wall members having an unequal thickness.

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