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Oil management system for a fuel injected engine

US5878708A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 3, 1997
Grant dateMar 9, 1999
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Oil flow from an air compressor is directed to a nozzle within or near the entrance of an intake manifold of an engine. Air is directed to the nozzle from a pressure regulator associated with the air compressor. The air is used to atomize the liquid lubricant and create a fine mist that is injected into the air intake manifold and evenly distribute the lubricant to the cylinders of the engine.

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