Valve apparatus and method

Details Valve apparatus and method Valve apparatus and method

1988-10-14

1990-02-13

Nilson, Robert G.

Fluid handling

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137 38, 137 43, 244135R, F16K 1736

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048997730

ABSTRACT:
A gravity and acceleration responsive valve apparatus having a housing with a number of inlet ports through which communication is controlled by respective valve members. The valve members in conjunction with space maintaining weight transfer means movable in the housing respond to acceleration force and to gravity to open only selected inlet ports while maintaining all other ports closed. The valve has utility particularly as a tank vent or liquid pickup valve aboard aircraft.

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