Fluid handling – Systems – Flow path with serial valves and/or closures
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-02
2011-12-13
Rivell, John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Systems
Flow path with serial valves and/or closures
C137S903000, C251S063500, C251S900000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08074683
ABSTRACT:
A valve system that includes (i) first and second longitudinally facing members defining a gap therebetween in fluid communication with transversely offset first and second orifices through the members, (ii) a primary biasing means longitudinally biasing the members away from one another, (iii) an elastic element positioned within the gap between the first and second orifices, and (iv) a repositioning means for longitudinally repositioning one of the members towards the other member against the bias of the primary biasing means for adjusting the longitudinal height of the gap. The members can be repositioned between (a) a first position wherein the elastic element does not seal the gap so as to allow fluid flow from the first orifice to the second orifice through the gap, and (b) a second position wherein the elastic element is compressed between the members and seals the gap so as to prevent fluid flow from the first orifice to the second orifice through the gap.
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Mocon, Inc.
Morales David Colon
Rivell John
Sherrill Law Offices PLLC
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