20240053779. DOME-LOADED PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR FOR SINGLE USE APPLICATIONS simplified abstract (Equilibar, LLC)
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DOME-LOADED PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR FOR SINGLE USE APPLICATIONS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
David A. Reed of Hendersonville NC (US)
Ryan Matthew Heffner of Asheville NC (US)
Lyle Hartman Hamilton of Cincinnati OH (US)
Tony Boyd Tang of Mills River NC (US)
Zachary Allan Cobb of Candler NC (US)
Carlyle Leonard Donevant, Iv of Asheville NC (US)
DOME-LOADED PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR FOR SINGLE USE APPLICATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240053779 titled 'DOME-LOADED PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR FOR SINGLE USE APPLICATIONS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a centerbody assembly for a pressure regulator, which includes the following components:
- Centerbody with a process surface and at least one outlet orifice
- Outlet port in fluid communication with the outlet orifice
- Inlet port
- Valve chamber with a valve seat in fluid communication with the process surface
- Spherical valve element movable between open and closed positions
- Flexible control diaphragm bonded to the centerbody to block fluid passage
- Mechanical interconnection between the valve element and control diaphragm
Potential Applications:
- Pressure regulation in industrial processes
- Gas and liquid flow control in various systems
- HVAC systems
- Water treatment plants
Problems Solved:
- Ensures precise control of pressure in a system
- Prevents leaks and ensures efficient operation
- Provides reliable performance over time
Benefits:
- Improved accuracy in pressure regulation
- Enhanced safety in systems handling high pressures
- Longer lifespan of equipment due to reduced wear and tear
Original Abstract Submitted
a centerbody assembly for a pressure regulator includes: a centerbody having a process surface, at least one outlet orifice disposed in the centerbody; an outlet port positioned in fluid communication with the at least one outlet orifice; an inlet port; a valve chamber positioned in the centerbody in fluid communication with the inlet port, the valve chamber including a valve seat positioned in fluid communication with the process surface; a spherical valve element disposed in the valve chamber and moveable between an open position in which it is spaced away from the valve seat, and a closed position in which it seals against the valve seat; a flexible control diaphragm facing the process surface, wherein a perimeter of the control diaphragm is bonded to the centerbody so as to define a seal that blocks the passage of fluid; and wherein the valve element is mechanically interconnected with the control diaphragm.
