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Vacuum generator
Assignee: BorgWarner Automotive Electronic and Mechanical Systems Corp
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Filing: 1976-06-22
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Granted: 1978-05-16
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Expires: 1996-06-22
Abstract
Abstract A vacuum generator of the ejector type includes a control valve subjected to frictional damping forces wherein the frictional damping forces are varied in response to changes in pressure differentials in the device such that the control valve is enabled to move quickly between opened and closed conditions thereby avoiding throttling of the motive fluid.
Inventors
- 👤 John Anton Aubel
- 👤 Clarence Dennis Fox
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 12:42
CPC Classifications
F; F04; F04F; F04F5/00; F04F5/44
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
161 words
A vacuum generator comprising a body, including an inlet port adapted for communication with a source of motive fluid, a passage, a valve seat disposed in said passage, ejector means communicating with said passage, a vacuum port communicating with said ejector means, a fluid control chamber adjacent said passage including valve operator means, a valve member extending between said control chamber and said passage, said valve member being connected to said valve operator means and mounted in said body for sliding movement toward and from closure with said valve seat in response to movement of said valve operator means, and a pressure responsive friction damping device frictionally engaging said valve member and communicating with said passage, said friction responsive damping device including a resilient lip embracing a stem portion of said valve member, said lip being in fluid communication with said passage, said lip exerting increased resistance to movement of said valve stem while motive fluid is present in said passage.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
161 words
A vacuum generator comprising a body, including an inlet port adapted for communication with a source of motive fluid, a passage, a valve seat disposed in said passage, ejector means communicating with said passage, a vacuum port communicating with said ejector means, a fluid control chamber adjacent said passage including valve operator means, a valve member extending between said control chamber and said passage, said valve member being connected to said valve operator means and mounted in said body for sliding movement toward and from closure with said valve seat in response to movement of said valve operator means, and a pressure responsive friction damping device frictionally engaging said valve member and communicating with said passage, said friction responsive damping device including a resilient lip embracing a stem portion of said valve member, said lip being in fluid communication with said passage, said lip exerting increased resistance to movement of said valve stem while motive fluid is present in said passage.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-05-15 | 1981-11-14 | 1982-05-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-05-15 | 1985-11-14 | 1986-05-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-05-15 | 1989-11-14 | 1990-05-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |