Flexible connector assembly
US6415603B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 4, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01N3/2882
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A connector assembly for connecting a catalytic converter assembly to a muffler and tailpipe assembly includes first and second flexible portions, and a middle portion disposed between the flexible portions. The middle portion includes a catalyst element for modifying exhaust gases passing from the catalyst assembly to the muffler and tailpipe assembly.
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