Process for reducing engine wear in the operation of an internal combustion engine
US6748905B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 4, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC10L1/328
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention relates to a process for reducing engine wear in the operation of an internal combustion engine, comprising:(A) recirculating at least part of the exhaust gas from the engine to the intake air supply of the engine; and(B) operating the engine using a water-blended fuel composition made by combining: (i) a normally liquid hydrocarbon fuel; (ii) water; and (iii) at least one surfactant.
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