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Sound abatement device for internal combustion engine

US4137888A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 24, 1976
Grant dateFeb 6, 1979
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Expiry dateNov 24, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02B77/13
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A sound abatement device for an internal combustion engine including a contoured shell resiliently mounted to reduce sound transmission through the shell mounting. The shell is formed of plastic filled with powdered metal to reduce transmission of air transmitted sound from the engine through the shell.

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