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Temperature-Operated ValveBimetallic valve stem positions orifice at end of inner pipe orifice so liquid flows to outlet when temperature lies within small range of preset value. If liquid too cold or too hot, orifices misaligned and liquid returned to source. Such as in shower, valve prevents outflow of dangerously hot or uncomfortably cold water.
Document ID
19940000071
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Morrison, Andrew D. (Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
February 1, 1994
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 18
Issue: 2
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
NPO-18650
Accession Number
94B10071
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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