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Method of preventing clogging in a microvalve

US9551435B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 2015
Grant dateJan 24, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 27, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/043
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of cleaning contaminants, including particulate contaminants, from a valve in a fluid system includes moving a valve flow control element of the valve from a first position to a second position in response to a change in a condition in the fluid system other than a change in superheat.

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