Connector assembly

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1986-03-07

1987-06-30

Chambers, A. Michael

Fluid handling

Systems

Flow path with serial valves and/or closures

285316, 285924, F16L 3728

Patent

active

046762698

ABSTRACT:
A socket assembly has a socket body into which a plug assembly is insertable to either a partially engaged position or a fully engaged position. When the plug assembly is in the fully engaged position, a seal engages a leading end of the plug assembly to block the leakage of fluid. When the plug assembly is in a partially engaged position, the leading end of the plug assembly is separate from the seal to enable fluid to be vented from the socket assembly. A plurality of locking elements are movable between a disengaged or release condition in which the locking elements are ineffective to hold the plug assembly in the socket assembly, a partially engaged condition in which the locking elements hold the plug assembly in its partially engaged position in which fluid can be vented from the socket assembly, and a fully engaged condition in which the locking elements hold the leading end of the plug assembly in engagement with the seal. An actuator assembly is operable, when the plug assembly is in the fully engaged position and the locking elements are in a fully engaged condition, to open a check valve in the plug assembly to enable fluid to flow between the plug and socket assemblies.

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