Winglet for a fan blade

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2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Lichtenstein, Lisa (Department: 2917)

Environmental heating and cooling; fluid handling and sanitary e

Heating or cooling

Element or attachment, not elsewhere specified

Design Patent

active

D0642674

CLAIM:
The ornamental design for a winglet for a fan blade, as shown and described.

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