Engine coolant conduit with integral alternator and exhaust gas recirculation valve
US6871699B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02M26/51
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In a preferred embodiment, an engine coolant crossover assembly includes a crossover conduit member carrying an integral liquid cooled alternator and liquid cooled exhaust gas recirculation valve. The integration of one or both of these parts into the coolant crossover eliminates many parts from the total assembly. These parts include; attachment brackets, coolant hoses, hose clamps, cast mounting blocks, coolant tubes and attachment bolts. Reduction of these parts reduces system costs, assembly time, mass and potential coolant leak paths. A temperature sensor and a thermostat housing may also be included in the crossover assembly. The assembly may also be made part of an intake manifold for an integrated air fuel module of a V-type engine.
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