Methods and apparatus for creating turbulence in a thermostatic mixing valve
US9504970B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05D23/1346
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Mixing valve turbulence generators and methods are disclosed. Embodiments include turbulence generation apparatuses and methods that increase the turbulence of, impart swirl to, reverse the direction of, create tortuous paths for, and/or accelerate the mixing of hot and cold fluid within a valve assembly. Alternate embodiments include angled radial slots, angled surfaces and fin-like baffles to enhance the mixing of hot and cold fluids.
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