Venting mechanism for containers
US8720722B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 23, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/1797
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The presently disclosed device provides a method and means for ensuring that containers of all types and sizes are vented or purged to atmospheric or environmental conditions upon the interior or exterior of the container reaching a critical temperature pressure, or humidity. Specifically, the presently disclosed invention integrates shape memory polymer (SMP) based, thermally activated fasteners into the venting systems. The result is a venting system that increases munitions safety without compromising the venting effectiveness, structural integrity, or the required bullet/fragment impact resistance requirements of the system.
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