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Slide valve

US9695951B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 2015
Grant dateJul 4, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86879
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A slide valve comprises a bushing in which fluid openings are provided which extend through the wall of the bushing, a slide which is arranged adjustably in the bushing and is provided with at least one fluid duct, and an electroactive polymer actuator which can adjust the slide in the bushing.

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