Christopher SchÄfer

Title: Christopher SchÄfer and His Pressure-Equalizing Device Patent.

Introduction

Christopher SchÄfer is an inventor associated with Ober-Ramstadt, Germany, and Carl Freudenberg KG. His listed patent concerns pressure equalization and emergency degassing in a housing. The available information identifies 1 patent associated with him.

Latest Patents

SchÄfer’s listed invention is “Pressure-equalizing device and housing having same.” It describes a lattice-like cage with a gas passage that connects the inside and outside of a device. A gas-permeable membrane covers the passage opening, while a pressure-relief valve operates in parallel with the membrane. Together, these components separate the device’s interior from the exterior while allowing pressure equalization.

The membrane includes a circular functional surface and a sealing lip that contacts a sealing surface on the cage. If emergency degassing is needed, the lip can lift from the sealing surface, opening a flow path between the inside and outside.

Career Highlights

The patent reflects work on housing design, gas flow, and pressure management. Its combination of a permeable membrane and a pressure-relief valve provides both routine pressure equalization and a route for emergency degassing. SchÄfer is associated with Carl Freudenberg KG.

Collaborations

The provided information lists Michael SÖNDGEN and Christian Kleinke as SchÄfer’s coworkers. It does not specify their roles in the patent or the extent of their collaboration.

Conclusion

Christopher SchÄfer’s listed patent presents a pressure-equalizing device that combines a gas-permeable membrane with a pressure-relief mechanism to support normal operation and emergency degassing.