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Dual-purpose fluid control valve

US9683668B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 15, 2010
Grant dateJun 20, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/8778
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dual-purpose fluid control valve for controlling the flow of fluid to separate systems supplied by the valve. The control valve includes a body having an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. The valve further includes means for controlling a rate of fluid through one outlet based on a fluid demand at the outlet while controlling the rate of fluid flow through the other outlet.

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