Device for detecting and isolating fuel leaks in a vehicle
US9546752B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/5762
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for detecting fuel leaks in a vehicle is provided. The device includes a body configured to be mounted in sealing engagement around a portion of a fuel line in the vehicle; and a collection chamber configured to collect fuel that leaks from the fuel line within the body. The body is configured to direct the fuel leaked from the fuel line to the collection chamber. At least a portion of the body or collection chamber is transparent to enable presence of the fuel leaked from the fuel line to be visually verified. The collection chamber is operatively connected to a drain connector.
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