20240019053. KNIFE-EDGE FLANGE JOINT ASSEMBLIES simplified abstract (Rockwell Collins, Inc.)

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KNIFE-EDGE FLANGE JOINT ASSEMBLIES

Organization Name

Rockwell Collins, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Mark A. Schoelen of Dallas TX (US)

Conan S. St. John of Allen TX (US)

David Lewis of Dallas TX (US)

KNIFE-EDGE FLANGE JOINT ASSEMBLIES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240019053 titled 'KNIFE-EDGE FLANGE JOINT ASSEMBLIES

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an assembly consisting of two tubes with flanges at one end, each flange having a knife-edge ring. A gasket is placed between the flanges, which is deformed to conform to the knife-edge rings and seal the space inside the tubes. A nut with internal threads is included to compress the flanges towards each other.

  • The assembly includes two tubes with flanges and knife-edge rings.
  • A gasket is seated between the flanges to seal the space inside the tubes.
  • A nut with internal threads is used to compress the flanges together.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Pipe and tube connections in various industries such as plumbing, automotive, and aerospace.
  • Sealing systems for fluid or gas containment in industrial equipment.
  • Joining components in hydraulic or pneumatic systems.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Provides a reliable and secure seal between the tubes, preventing leakage.
  • Allows for easy assembly and disassembly of the tubes without compromising the seal.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Ensures a tight and durable seal, reducing the risk of leaks and potential damage.
  • Simplifies the assembly process, saving time and effort.
  • Facilitates maintenance and repair by allowing easy disassembly of the tubes.


Original Abstract Submitted

an assembly includes a first tube including a first flange at one end, wherein the first flange includes a first knife-edge ring defined in an axial face thereof. a second tube includes a second flange at one end, wherein the second flange includes a second knife-edge ring defined in an axial face thereof. a gasket is seated between the first and second flanges. the gasket is in a deformed state conforming to the first and second knife-edge rings to seal a space inside the first and second tubes from an external environment. a nut is included radially outward from the first and second flanges, wherein the nut includes internal threads engaged to compress the first and second flanges toward one another.

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