公开(公告)号：US09139084B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-22

申请号：US13919268

申请日：2013-06-17

Applicant: Eaton Corporation

Inventor： Matthew Lorenz Erdmann ,  Vaughn Kevin Mills

IPC: F16K21/04 ,  B60K15/035 ,  F02M25/08 ,  F02M37/00 ,  F16K24/04 ,  F02M37/20 ,  B60K15/03

CPC classification number: B60K15/03519 ,  B60K15/03504 ,  B60K2015/03276 ,  F02M25/0836 ,  F02M37/007 ,  F02M37/20 ,  F16K24/04 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/3099 ,  Y10T137/86292

Abstract: A valve assembly for a fuel tank for a small engine includes a housing. A membrane is supported by the housing such that the membrane covers a housing opening. The membrane allows the passage of vapor through the membrane and into the housing cavity and prevents the passage of liquid through the membrane. A pressure relief valve is supported by the housing to control flow of a vapor through the housing cavity.

Abstract translation: 用于小型发动机的燃料箱的阀组件包括壳体。 膜由壳体支撑，使得膜覆盖壳体开口。 膜允许蒸汽通过膜并进入壳体空腔并防止液体通过膜。 压力释放阀由壳体支撑以控制蒸气通过壳体腔的流动。

公开(公告)号：US09068580B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-30

申请号：US13947178

申请日：2013-07-22

Applicant: ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Inventor： Norbert Haaser

IPC: F15B21/04 ,  B01D19/00

CPC classification number: F15B21/044 ,  Y10T137/3087

Abstract: A venting device for a hydraulic control unit, designed as a diaphragm in a bore in the control unit, so that collected air can escape, via the diaphragm, to outside the housing. A membrane, which is permeable to air and oil when under pressure, closes the diaphragm bore with respect to the outside. The housing bore and the diaphragm form an inside space that can be vented, via the membrane. The inside space being delimited, during operation, by the diaphragm and an oil column which passes from the control unit into the housing bore and is continually maintained at a defined pressure at which oil, in the housing bore, either does not pass through the membrane or only a minute amount passes therethrough. The oil column remains in the housing bore so that only air, contained in the oil, is vented to the outside without any air being drawn into the control unit from outside.

Abstract translation: 一种用于液压控制单元的排气装置，其设计为控制单元中的孔中的隔膜，使得收集的空气可以经由隔膜逸出到壳体的外部。 在压力下可透空气和油的膜相对于外部封闭隔膜孔。 外壳孔和隔膜形成可通过隔膜排出的内部空间。 内部空间在操作期间由隔膜和油柱分隔开，油柱从控制单元传递到壳体孔中，并且连续地保持在限定的压力下，在该压力下，壳体中的油不会通过膜 或只有一小分量通过。 油柱保持在壳体孔中，使得只有包含在油中的空气被排放到外部，而没有任何空气从外部吸入控制单元。

公开(公告)号：US08822888B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-02

申请号：US11560613

申请日：2006-11-16

Applicant: Andrew J Curello

Inventor： Andrew J Curello

IPC: F24D19/08 ,  B23B37/00

CPC classification number: H01M8/04208 ,  H01M8/1011 ,  Y02E60/523 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T156/10

Abstract: A method for controlling the pressure inside a fuel cartridge with a deformable inner fuel container connectable to a fuel cell is disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于控制燃料盒内的压力的方法，其具有可连接到燃料电池的可变形内燃料容器。

公开(公告)号：US08272398B2

公开(公告)日：2012-09-25

申请号：US12406231

申请日：2009-03-18

Applicant: Matthew Lorenz Erdmann

Inventor： Matthew Lorenz Erdmann

IPC: F16K21/04

CPC classification number: B60K15/03519 ,  B60K2015/03509 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/7909 ,  Y10T137/791 ,  Y10T137/86332

Abstract: A valve assembly for a fuel tank includes a housing. A membrane supported by the housing such that the membrane covers a vapor passage defined by the housing. The membrane allows the passage of vapor through the membrane and prevents the passage of liquid through the membrane. A flow control feature is supported by the housing to assist in controlling flow of a vapor through the membrane and the vapor passage. The flow control feature assists in controlling flow by one of shielding liquid from the membrane and providing variable flow through the vapor passage.

Abstract translation: 一种用于燃料箱的阀组件包括壳体。 由壳体支撑的膜，使得膜覆盖由壳体限定的蒸汽通道。 膜允许蒸汽通过膜并防止液体通过膜。 流动控制特征由壳体支撑以帮助控制蒸气通过膜和蒸气通道的流动。 流量控制特征有助于通过屏蔽液体中的一种来控制流动并提供通过蒸气通道的可变流量。

公开(公告)号：US08122903B2

公开(公告)日：2012-02-28

申请号：US12119758

申请日：2008-05-13

Applicant: Stephen D. Loeffler ,  Seth B. Wolf ,  Charles W. Albrecht

Inventor： Stephen D. Loeffler ,  Seth B. Wolf ,  Charles W. Albrecht

IPC: F16K24/00

CPC classification number: F16K24/00 ,  Y10S261/65 ,  Y10T137/2931 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/3102

Abstract: A method and system are provided for an integrated fluid and vapor delivery system design that optimizes vapor delivery. The method and system utilize a purgeable valve assembly which is closely coupled to a vaporizer. The purgeable valve assembly includes a liquid control valve and a purge gas valve which are connected by an outlet to the vaporizer in a manner minimizing the dead volume of the liquid supplied to the vaporizer. The system does not require the liquid precursor to be subjected to vacuum prior to entry into the vaporizer.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于优化蒸气输送的集成流体和蒸气输送系统设计的方法和系统。 该方法和系统利用与蒸发器紧密耦合的可清洗阀组件。 可清洗阀组件包括一个液体控制阀和吹扫气体阀，它们通过一个出口连接到蒸发器，以最小化供应到蒸发器的液体的死体积。 该系统不需要液体前体在进入蒸发器之前经历真空。

公开(公告)号：US07604020B2

公开(公告)日：2009-10-20

申请号：US11226012

申请日：2005-09-14

Applicant: Donald Michael Kennedy

Inventor： Donald Michael Kennedy

IPC: F16K24/04

CPC classification number: F16H57/027 ,  Y10T74/2186 ,  Y10T74/2188 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087

Abstract: A breather for a driveline component such as an axle, for example, includes a rigid body portion attached to an axle housing, an extension portion attached to the rigid body portion and extending into a housing cavity, and a conical spring supported by the extension portion. The rigid body portion has an internal bore that extends from a first body end to a second body end with the first body end extending outwardly from the axle housing and the second body end being fixed to the axle housing. The extension portion has a non-uniform cross-sectional area, and includes an extension bore with a large internal diameter. The conical spring is received within the extension bore and cooperates with the extension to prevent lubricating fluid from exiting the breather while still allowing air to vent through the breather as needed.

Abstract translation: 用于传动系统部件（例如轴）的呼吸器例如包括附接到轴壳体的刚体部分，附接到刚体部分并延伸到壳体空腔中的延伸部分，以及由延伸部分支撑的锥形弹簧 。 刚体部分具有从第一主体端延伸到第二主体端部的内孔，第一主体端部从轴壳体向外延伸，第二主体端部固定到轴壳体。 延伸部分具有不均匀的横截面积，并且包括具有大内径的延伸孔。 锥形弹簧被容纳在延伸孔内并且与延伸部配合以防止润滑流体离开呼吸器，同时还允许空气根据需要通过呼吸器排出。

公开(公告)号：US20090194170A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-06

申请号：US12355186

申请日：2009-01-16

Applicant: Charles Joseph Martin ,  Emil Szlaga

Inventor： Charles Joseph Martin ,  Emil Szlaga

IPC: F16K24/04 ,  F16K17/00 ,  B60K15/035

CPC classification number: F16K24/044 ,  B60K15/035 ,  Y10T137/0874 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/3099

Abstract: A fuel vapor vent valve assembly is provided that may include a float valve and an isolation valve arranged in series with each other. Bypass openings in the valve assembly create multiple flow paths as the float valve and the isolation valve respond to changes in fuel tank pressure and fuel level. The control valve assembly may include a housing defining a chamber with a main opening configured to open the chamber to the tank, a vapor vent passage and a first bypass vent opening. A float in the chamber closes the vapor vent passage when fuel in the chamber is at or above a predetermined level. The first bypass vent opening vents the tank to the chamber even when the fuel covers the main opening. A feature on the float provides a metered opening of the vapor vent passage between closed and fully open based on float position.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种燃料蒸气排放阀组件，其可以包括彼此串联布置的浮阀和隔离阀。 阀门组件中的旁路开口产生多个流动路径，因为浮阀和隔离阀对应于油箱压力和燃料油位的变化。 控制阀组件可以包括限定腔室的壳体，其具有构造成将腔室打开到腔室的主开口，蒸气排放通道和第一旁路通气口。 当腔室中的燃料处于或高于预定水平时，腔室中的浮子关闭蒸汽通气通道。 即使当燃料覆盖主开口时，第一旁通通风孔将罐排放到室。 浮子上的一个特征提供了基于浮子位置的封闭和完全打开之间的蒸气排放通道的计量开口。

公开(公告)号：US20070114485A1

公开(公告)日：2007-05-24

申请号：US11614270

申请日：2006-12-21

Applicant: Paul Adams ,  Andrew Curello ,  Floyd Fairbanks

Inventor： Paul Adams ,  Andrew Curello ,  Floyd Fairbanks

IPC: F16K27/00

CPC classification number: H01M8/04208 ,  F16K24/04 ,  F16K24/06 ,  F17C11/005 ,  H01M8/04 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/86324

Abstract: A cartridge connectable to a fuel cell is disclosed. The cartridge comprises an outer casing and an inner flexible liner containing fuel for the fuel cell. The inner flexible liner may have an insert disposed inside the inner liner to facilitate the transport of fuel from the cartridge to the fuel cell. The insert minimizes the fuel that is trapped within the cartridge. The inner flexible liner can be used without the outer casing. The outer casing can be substantially rigid or flexible. The cartridge is also adaptable to receive byproducts from the fuel cell. The cartridge can also be pressurized to push fuel to the fuel cell. Unidirectional relief valves are also disclosed to prevent internal pressure in the cartridge from becoming too high or too low.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种可连接到燃料电池的盒。 该盒包括一个外壳和一个含有用于燃料电池的燃料的内部柔性衬里。 内部柔性衬里可以具有设置在内衬内侧的插入件，以便于将燃料从药筒输送到燃料电池。 插入件最大限度地减少了被卡在盒内的燃料。 内部柔性衬垫可以在没有外壳的情况下使用。 外壳可以是基本上刚性的或柔性的。 墨盒也适用于从燃料电池接收副产物。 墨盒也可以被加压以将燃料推向燃料电池。 还公开了单向安全阀，以防止筒中的内部压力变得太高或太低。

公开(公告)号：US07219683B2

公开(公告)日：2007-05-22

申请号：US10975950

申请日：2004-10-29

Applicant: Masashi Furuya ,  Shinichi Matsuo

Inventor： Masashi Furuya ,  Shinichi Matsuo

IPC: F16K17/196

CPC classification number: F16K17/196 ,  Y10T137/0874 ,  Y10T137/3087 ,  Y10T137/3099 ,  Y10T137/7774 ,  Y10T137/7841

Abstract: A cut valve with a check valve includes a body case, a cap member, positive and negative pressure valves, and first and second springs. The body case defines a vent hole. The cap member is fitted to an upper portion of the body case. The positive pressure valve is made of resin, defines an opening part, and is disposed to be contactable with and separable from the vent hole from above. The first spring is disposed on the positive pressure valve and presses the positive pressure valve in a direction in which the positive pressure valve closes the vent hole. The negative pressure valve is made of resin and is disposed to be contactable with and separable from the opening part from below. The second spring presses the negative pressure valve in a direction in which the negative pressure valve closes the opening part.

Abstract translation: 具有止回阀的截止阀包括主体壳体，盖构件，正负压阀以及第一和第二弹簧。 主体外壳定义了通气孔。 盖构件安装到主体壳体的上部。 正压阀由树脂制成，限定开口部，并且设置成能够从上方与通气孔接触并与其分离。 第一弹簧设置在正压阀上，并且在正压阀关闭通气孔的方向上按压正压阀。 负压阀由树脂制成，并且设置成能够从下方与开口部接触并与其分离。 第二弹簧在负压阀关闭开口部的方向上按压负压阀。

公开(公告)号：US06682844B2

公开(公告)日：2004-01-27

申请号：US09844560

申请日：2001-04-27

Applicant: Suat Genc

Inventor： Suat Genc

IPC: H01M200

CPC classification number: H01M8/04007 ,  H01M8/04059 ,  H01M8/1007 ,  H01M2300/0082 ,  Y10T137/3084 ,  Y10T137/3087

Abstract: A release valve is disclosed which in one embodiment includes a housing having a passageway extending therethrough and defining an inlet and an outlet, and a membrane extending across the passageway between the inlet and the outlet. The membrane is operable to permit passage through the passageway of gas at a first pressure, inhibit passage through the passageway of liquid at the first pressure, and permit passage of liquid at a second pressure greater than the first pressure. The release valve may also include a check valve for inhibiting passage of gas from the outlet to the inlet. The release valve is suitably employed in fuel cell systems such as in a cooling system thereof.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种释放阀，其在一个实施例中包括具有延伸穿过其中并且限定入口和出口的通道的壳体，以及跨过入口和出口之间的通道延伸的膜。 膜可操作以允许在第一压力下通过气体通道，阻止在第一压力下通过液体通道，并允许液体在大于第一压力的第二压力下通过。 释放阀还可以包括用于阻止气体从出口通向入口的止回阀。 释放阀适用于燃料电池系统，例如在其冷却系统中。