Pipe joints or couplings – Essential catch
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-23
2011-08-23
Bochna, David E (Department: 3679)
Pipe joints or couplings
Essential catch
C137S557000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08002315
ABSTRACT:
There is provided embodiments of a fluid fitting, and system incorporating the fluid fitting therein, which is compatible with harsh, caustic environments such as those environments found in the automotive industry. In one embodiment, the fluid fitting can comprise a conductive element with a fluid pathway for transporting a fluid, e.g., fuel. The fluid fitting can also comprise a non-conductive element that is coupled to the conductive element in a manner discharging electrons from the conductive body. The non-conductive element can comprise a cavity with an opening exposing a sensing device with a sensing element disposed on a sensing element housing. The sensing element housing can be sealed to the conductive element, but expose the sensing element to the fluid in the fluid pathway.
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Engle Brian Allen
Kim Woo-jin
Szabo George
Bochna David E
Conklin Mark A.
General Electric Corporation
Global Patent Operation
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