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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 25, 2024
Filed:
Jun. 27, 2022
Relativity Space, Inc., Long Beach, CA (US);
Aaron J. Fillo, Glendale, CA (US);
Joshua Percival Kaye, Los Angeles, CA (US);
Joseph Mark Trafecanty, West Hills, CA (US);
Richard Santiago Rosas, Huntington Park, CA (US);
Ryan Doria Lim, Torrance, CA (US);
Noah Eugene Sampiere Prochnow, Novato, CA (US);
Xiangyu Luan, Chino Hills, CA (US);
Relativity Space Inc., Long Beach, CA (US);
Abstract
A two-part coupling for use in joining sections of pipe without additional fasteners is disclosed. The two-part coupling includes integral coupling features molded by additive manufacturing technology. The two-part coupling increases reliability, reduces weight, and provides ease of manufacture. The coupling distributes a fluid load so that the coupling can withstand pressures and leak rates in accordance with stringent standards. The two-part coupling can be coupled and de-coupled using a locking and release mechanism built into the integral parts. Assembly is made easier because the geometry of the coupling is amenable to additive manufacturing. Because the two-part coupling requires a lesser degree of precision, machined parts are not required.