Fluid handling – Systems – Multi-way valve unit
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-27
2008-05-27
Fox, John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Systems
Multi-way valve unit
C137S553000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07377291
ABSTRACT:
A multiport rotary valve has a stator with plural flow paths and a rotary valve plate having plural flow channels. The rotary valve plate defines a rotor that rotates relative to the stator to define unique plural fluid pathways from the stator, through the valve plate, and returning through the stator. Rotation of the rotary valve plate is controlled by a microprocessor, which includes an optical sensor to determine the position of the rotor.
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Hinshaw John
Mahoney Steve
Moon Jim
Fox John
Hancock-Hughey LLP
Serveron Corporation
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