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Conductance on hydraulic fittings using a soft metal interlayer

US8783735B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 24, 2011
Grant dateJul 22, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49934
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for improving conductance on hydraulic fittings by incorporating a soft metal interlayer between the fitting and a hydraulic tube, wherein the soft metal interlayer is located in an area where the fitting engages the hydraulic tube upon swaging or installation under pressure.

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