NASA NTRS · 19730000347
Thermally actuated valve
Abstract
Effective seal in one-shot valve is made by shrink-fitting ball within cylinder; thermal expansion of cylinder, caused by contiguous source of heat, will release ball and open valve. Valve can also be adapted for repeated operation and made capable of being opened without pressurized fluid.
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Silver, R. H.. 1973-08-01. Thermally actuated valve. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19730000347
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