Fan unit and methods of forming same

Details Fan unit and methods of forming same Fan unit and methods of forming same

2004-04-19

2009-11-10

Gandhi, Jayprakash N (Department: 2835)

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

C361S679480, C361S724000, C361S752000, C417S354000, C454S184000, C416S009000

Reexamination Certificate

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07616440

ABSTRACT:
The described embodiments relate to fans units. One exemplary fan unit includes a housing supporting a motor. The fan unit also includes an impeller coupled to the motor and configured to be rotated by the motor. The impeller comprises at least a first structure configured to move air past the housing and at least one second different structure configured to force air into the housing.

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