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Exhaust gas recirculation valve

US6223733A · kind A · utility

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22Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 25, 1998
Grant dateMay 1, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05C2225/08
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An internal combustion engine intake manifold has a wall separating internal manifold space from an external space. An EGR valve for recirculating engine exhaust gases mounts on the wall such that an EGR outlet port of the EGR valve is communicated to the internal manifold space. EGR valves having various mounts for closing valve mounting holes in the manifold wall are disclosed.

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