Improper fuel nozzle insertion-inhibiting system
US9522594B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K2015/0483
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mis-fuel inhibitor (MFI) assembly is configured to prevent an improper fuel nozzle from dispensing fuel into a fuel tank. The assembly may include a main body having an MFI nozzle passage formed therethrough. The main body is configured to allow a proper fuel nozzle to pass through the MFI nozzle passage, and prevent the improper fuel nozzle from passing therethrough. The assembly may also include at least one securing member configured to connect to the main body within a fuel fill line. The securing member(s) is configured to securely retain the main body within the fuel fill line.
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