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Vapor recovery system

US5970957A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 5, 1998
Grant dateOct 26, 1999
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D2007/025
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fuel vapor recovery system for a direct injection internal combustion engine operating in both stratified and homogenous modes includes using fuel vapor with air assisted injectors. A compressor compresses a controlled mixture of fresh air and fuel vapor which is then delivered to the air supply of air assisted injectors, allowing fuel vapors to be purged from the vapor recovery system during all engine operating modes.

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