Valve for inflatable objects

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2011-05-10

2011-05-10

Rivell, John (Department: 3753)

Fluid handling

Inflatable article

C137S232000, C137S527000, C137S854000, C251S082000, C251S297000

Reexamination Certificate

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07938138

ABSTRACT:
A self-sealing valve comprises a valve housing having a fluid conduit, a valve seat, a diaphragm and a support member. The valve housing is configured to pass fluid through the fluid conduit. The diaphragm provides a self-seal of the fluid conduit. The support member is configured to retain a portion of a diaphragm. The support member and diaphragm are configured to position the flexible diaphragm against the valve seat to seal the fluid conduit in a closed position of the self-sealing valve, and to facilitate movement of the diaphragm under a bias in a first direction away from the valve seat to an open position.

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