Internal-combustion engines – Valve – Reciprocating valve
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-20
2008-05-20
Huynh, Hai H (Department: 3747)
Internal-combustion engines
Valve
Reciprocating valve
Reexamination Certificate
active
07373909
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus includes a valve member configured to be reciprocatably disposed within a valve pocket defined by an interior surface of a cylinder head. The valve member has a tapered portion defining multiple flow passages and including multiple sealing portions. At least one sealing portion is disposed adjacent each flow passage and is configured to contact a portion of the interior surface of the cylinder head such that each flow passage is configured to be fluidically isolated from an area outside of the cylinder head.
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Huynh Hai H
JP Scope LLC
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