18474009. TANK simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
TANK
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Kazuki Fujii of Toyota-shi (JP)
TANK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18474009 titled 'TANK
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a tank with a liner and a mouthpiece made of aluminum with an anodized layer, where the liner is positioned to cover the boundary between the sealing and non-sealing parts of the anodized layer.
- Tank design includes a liner and a mouthpiece made of aluminum with an anodized layer.
- Anodized layer has a sealing part with a sealing layer and a non-sealing part without a sealing layer.
- Liner is strategically placed to cover the boundary between the sealing and non-sealing parts of the anodized layer.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in:
- Chemical storage tanks
- Water treatment systems
- Industrial piping systems
Problems Solved
This innovation addresses issues such as:
- Corrosion on tank mouthpieces
- Chemical leakage due to corrosion
- Maintenance costs associated with corrosion prevention
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Extended lifespan of tanks
- Reduced maintenance requirements
- Enhanced safety in chemical storage
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be beneficial in industries such as:
- Chemical manufacturing
- Oil and gas
- Water treatment
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of protective coatings on tank surfaces to prevent corrosion. However, the specific design of positioning the liner to cover the boundary between sealing and non-sealing parts of an anodized layer may be a novel approach.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional corrosion prevention methods?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and traditional methods such as coatings or linings. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of this innovation compared to existing solutions.
What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a large scale?
The article does not address the scalability or practicality of implementing this technology in industrial settings. Factors such as cost, installation complexity, and compatibility with existing systems could be potential challenges that need to be explored further.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a tank that can lead to suppressed corrosion on a mouthpiece. The tank includes: a liner; and a mouthpiece disposed in an opening part of the liner, wherein a surface of the mouthpiece is aluminum, an anodized layer is provided over the surface of the mouthpiece, the anodized layer is partially a sealing part where a sealing layer is formed, and a rest of the anodized layer is partially a non-sealing part where the sealing layer is not formed, and the liner is disposed so as to straddle a boundary between the sealing part and the non-sealing part.
