EGR cooler with Inconel diffuser
US11022077B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF28F2009/226
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An EGR cooler includes an elongated, stainless steel cooler housing with a first end having a stainless steel end plate and a second end opposite the first end, and an Inconel diffuser having an inlet end defining a gas inlet and an outlet end welded to the stainless steel end plate. The stainless steel end plate having a first thickness and the outlet end of the Inconel diffuser including a sidewall having a second thickness that is 50% or less of the first thickness.
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