20240033498. CHECK VALVES simplified abstract (CareFusion 303, Inc.)
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CHECK VALVES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Raymond P. Feith of Chino Hills CA (US)
Eugene Mason of La Habra Heights CA (US)
Christian Crew of Raleigh NC (US)
CHECK VALVES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240033498 titled 'CHECK VALVES
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a check valve that consists of an upper housing, a lower housing, and a cavity between them for fluid connection. The valve includes a valve member that allows fluid flow in one direction and prevents backflow in the opposite direction. The valve member has a valve body with a valve stem extending through its central axis, and it may also have feet extending from its outer perimeter.
- The check valve is designed to allow fluid flow in one direction and prevent backflow in the opposite direction.
- It consists of an upper housing, a lower housing, and a cavity that connects the inlet and outlet of the valve.
- The valve member, mounted in the cavity, selectively permits fluid flow in the desired direction.
- The valve member includes a valve body and a valve stem that extends through the central axis of the valve body.
- The valve member may also have feet disposed around its outer perimeter.
Potential Applications:
- Plumbing systems
- Fluid control systems
- Industrial processes requiring one-way fluid flow
Problems Solved:
- Prevents backflow of fluids, ensuring the desired direction of flow
- Maintains the integrity and efficiency of fluid control systems
Benefits:
- Reliable and efficient fluid flow control
- Prevents damage and contamination caused by backflow
- Easy installation and maintenance
Original Abstract Submitted
a check valve includes an upper housing defining an inlet of the check valve, a lower housing defining an outlet of the check valve, and a cavity interposed between and defined by the upper and lower housings for fluidly connecting the inlet and the outlet. the check valve further includes a valve member mounted in the cavity to selectively permit fluid flow in a first direction, and prevent fluid backflow in a second direction opposite to the first direction. the valve member includes a valve body and a valve stem portion extending axially through a central axis of the valve body. the valve member may further include a plurality of feet disposed about and extending longitudinally from an outer circumferential perimeter of the valve body.
