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The invention provides a valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet (12) of a pipe fitting (10) to at least one outlet (14, 16) of the pipe fitting (10) at an angle to the inlet (12). The pipe fitting (10) includes an inner collapsible bellows (18) fixed at a position opposite the inlet (12). The bellows (18) has a support annulus (24) at the other end adjacent the inlet (12), whereby, in a closed position, the bellows (18) prevents fluid flow from the inlet (12) to the at least one outlet (14, 16) as the fluid is trapped within bellows (18). In the open position, the fluid can flow from the inlet (12) to the at least one outlet (14, 16) when the bellows (18) is collapsed. i3,C -'XI
公开号:AU2013205195A1
申请号:U2013205195
申请日:2013-04-14
公开日:2014-10-30
发明作者:David John Aughton；Marius CATRINA
申请人:Rubicon Research Pty Ltd；
IPC主号:F16K7-06

专利说明:
1 VALVE FIELD OF THE INVENTION [1] The present invention relates to a valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet of a pipe fitting and relates particularly, though not exclusively, to a valve for controlling fluid flow through an irrigation system. OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION [2] It is an object of the present invention to provide a valve that is simple to operate in harsh conditions. [3] A further object of the invention is to provide a simple and reliable valve. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [4] In a first aspect of the invention there is provided a valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet of a pipe fitting to at least one outlet of said pipe fitting at an angle to said inlet, said pipe fitting including an inner collapsible bellows fixed at a position opposite said inlet, said bellows having a support annulus at the other end adjacent said inlet, whereby, in a closed position, said bellows prevents fluid flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet as said fluid is trapped within said bellows, and in the open position, said fluid can flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet when said bellows is collapsed. [5] Preferably said pipe fitting is T-shaped or L-shaped. [6] In a practical aspect of the invention said bellows has a conical shape. It is preferred that the flared end of said bellows includes said support annulus. [7] In another aspect of the invention said bellows includes a plurality of rings along the length of said bellows and between folding points to provide strength and ease of folding for said bellows. The valve may include an actuator coupled to said support annulus for providing movement of said support annulus to open and close said valve.
2 Said actuator may have a centrally located arm member which can be driven under computer control to open and close said valve. [8] In a further practical embodiment said pipe fitting includes an external cap member into which said bellows folds in the closed position. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [9] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate an implementation of the invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the advantages and principles of the invention. In the drawings: [10] Fig. 1 is a perspective sectional view of a pipe fitting with a valve shown in the open position; [11] Fig. 2 is longitudinal cross-sectional view of Fig. 1; [12] Fig. 3 is a similar view to that of Fig. 1 with the valve shown in the closed position; and [13] Fig. 4 is a similar view to that of Fig. 2 with the valve shown in the closed position. DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS [14] The following detailed description of the invention refers to the accompanying drawings. Although the description includes exemplary embodiments, other embodiments are possible, and changes may be made to the embodiments described without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings and the following description to refer to the same and like parts.
3 [15] For the purposes of the specification the word "comprising" means "including but not limited to", and the word "comprises" has a corresponding meaning. Also a reference within the specification to document or to prior use is not to be taken as an admission that the disclosure therein constitutes common general knowledge in Australia. [16] In Figs. 1 to 4 there is shown a pipe fitting 10 that can be coupled to an irrigation piping system (not shown). Pipe fitting is T-shaped in this embodiment with an inlet 12 and a pair of outlets 14, 16. The shape of pipe fitting 10 can vary, for example, it may be L-shaped in the form of an elbow, or may include additional outlets to suit the environment in which it is to operate. The angle of the inlet 12 to the outlets 14, 16 is usually at right angles but the angle can vary to suit requirements. Typically, pipe fitting 10 is used in the irrigation field and inlet 12 and outlets 14, 16 are coupled to water pipes (not shown). The invention can be used in low head pressure applications as disclosed in Australian Patent Application No. 2012905225, the contents of which are herein incorporated. Water can be diverted at the bifurcation down exits 14, 16 for a T-junction, or just the single exit for an elbow construction. The invention can be included in demand management systems of the type disclosed in International Patent Application No. PCT/AU2012/000907, the contents of which are herein incorporated. [17] A flexible bellows 18 is fixed to the underneath of cap member 20. Cap member 20 has a cylindrical shape and opens into pipe fitting 10, opposite inlet 12. Cap member 20 may have a removable lid 22 to allow for fitting and maintenance of the valve. Bellows 18 has an annular frame 24 at the other end thereof. Arms 26 radiate from the centre 28 of the annular frame 24 to the annular rim 30. An actuator device 32 is attached to lid 22 and has a linear movable arm 34 connected to the centre 28 of the annular frame 24 at point 36. The actuator device 32 is typically a cable driven mechanism as disclosed in International Patent Application No. PCT/AU2012/000328, the contents of which are herein incorporated. Actuator device 32 could be contained within water as part of the T shaped pipe fitting 10. Actuator device 32 is suited to operation in submersed and harsh environments. Shaft 38 is driven by an electric motor (not shown) that is electronically controlled to cause movement of arm 34. Shaft 38 would have appropriate seals to ensure 4 water is retained in the pipe fitting 10. Any other suitable device that can raise or lower annular frame 24 can be substituted for actuator device 32. [18] Bellows 18 in this embodiment has a conical shape with the larger diameter affixed to annular rim 30. The reverse configuration could also be adopted, as could a cylindrical shape. The conical shape, as depicted, allows a uniform folding of the bellows 18 into cap member 20. In order to assist the folding of bellows 18 a series of embedded rings 40 are provided between fold lines 42. An internal lip 44 is located within inlet 12 to allow a seal to be maintained in the closed position with annular rim 30 shown in Figs. 3 and 4. A sealing ring on annular rim 30 that seals against the internal wall of inlet 12 could also substitute for internal lip 44. [19] The invention is simple in manufacture and provides a reliable operation in the harsh conditions of irrigation systems. Figs. 3 and 4 show the valve in the closed position. Previously, controlling valves (not shown) coupled to pipes from outlets 14, 16 would be shut before bellows 18 is moved to the closed position. This would ensure the pipes would be full of water. Bellows 18 acts as a gate across outlets 14,16 and water cannot enter from inlet 12. Water flowing into inlet 12 can only enter bellows 18 and cannot escape. Water pressure will be maintained external and internal of bellows 18. Accordingly, the force required to seal against the pressure in inlet 12 is less than that necessary to force annular rim 30 against lip 44. When arm 34 lifts annular frame 24 from lip 44, water can flow from inlet 12 to outlets 14, 16. Bellows 18 will fold into cap member 22 as shown in Figs. 1 and 2 to maximise the flow of water. [20] Further advantages and improvements may very well be made to the present invention without deviating from its scope. Although the invention has been shown and described in what is conceived to be the most practical and preferred embodiment, it is recognised that departures may be made therefrom within the scope and spirit of the invention, which is not to be limited to the details disclosed herein but is to be accorded the full scope of the claims so as to embrace any and all equivalent devices and apparatus.
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[1] 1. A valve for controlling fluid flow from an inlet of a pipe fitting to at least one outlet of said pipe fitting at an angle to said inlet, said pipe fitting including an inner collapsible bellows fixed at a position opposite said inlet, said bellows having a support annulus at the other end adjacent said inlet, whereby, in a closed position, said bellows prevents fluid flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet as said fluid is trapped within said bellows, and in the open position, said fluid can flow from said inlet to said at least one outlet when said bellows is collapsed.
[2] 2. The valve as claimed in claim 1, wherein said pipe fitting is T-shaped.
[3] 3. The valve as claimed in claim 1, wherein said pipe fitting is L-shaped.
[4] 4. The valve as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein said bellows has a conical shape.
[5] 5. The valve as claimed in claim 4, wherein the flared end of said bellows includes said support annulus.
[6] 6. The valve as claimed in any one of claims I to 3, wherein said bellows has a cylindrical shape.
[7] 7. The valve as claimed in any one of any one of the preceding claims, wherein said bellows includes a plurality of rings along the length of said bellows and between folding points to provide strength and ease of folding for said bellows.
[8] 8. The valve as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, further including an actuator coupled to said support annulus for providing movement of said support annulus to open and close said valve.
[9] 9. The valve as claimed in claim 8, wherein said actuator has a centrally located arm member which can be driven under computer control to open and close said valve. 7
[10] 10. The valve as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein said inlet includes an annular lip to allow sealing with said support annulus.
[11] 11. The valve as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein said support annulus is adapted to seal with the inner periphery of said inlet.
[12] 12. The valve of any one of the preceding claims, wherein said pipe fitting includes an external cap member into which said bellows folds in the closed position.

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法律状态:
2015-11-05| FGA| Letters patent sealed or granted (standard patent)|

2018-11-08| MK14| Patent ceased section 143(a) (annual fees not paid) or expired|

优先权:

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