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Multi-purpose catalysts for vehicular catalytic converters

US5053378A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 28, 1989
Grant dateOct 1, 1991
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Expiry dateAug 28, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Multiple purpose catalysts adapted for the treatment of internal combustion engine exhaust gases comprise a particulate refractory oxide support, e.g., alumina particles, having an active catalytic phase deposited thereon, said active catalytic phase including zirconium, cerium and platinum, and optionally iridium, rhodium, palladium and other metal values.

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