Method and apparatus for controlling gas flow from cylinders
US9816642B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 29, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8326
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve integrated pressure regulator (VIPR) device that can be attached to the outlet of a gas cylinder, which can monitor the amount of gas in the cylinder is provided. Features of the disclosed device include an electronic control, electronic alarm and the electronic display that are powered by rechargeable battery that may be disposed within the VIPR shroud or within a removable cylinder base affixed to a bottom of the gas cylinder. Additional functionality and security features may be provided via additional internally disposed sensors and/or wireless or hard-wired communications with one or more auxiliary devices.
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