Connector for fuel tank
US9493065B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K15/03519
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector attached to a fuel tank for connecting a ventilation flow passage thereof to the fuel tank is provided. The connector includes an upper chamber provided with a first communication portion relative to the ventilation flow passage; and a lower chamber provided with a second communication portion relative to the fuel tank, and a third communication portion relative to the upper chamber. A mortar-shaped portion narrowing toward a lower side is formed in a bottom portion of the upper chamber. The third communication portion is formed in a bottom of the mortar-shaped portion, and recesses and protrusions are formed in a wall face of the mortar-shaped portion.
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