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Apparatus and method for operating a fuel reformer to regenerate a DPNR device

US6959542B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 2003
Grant dateNov 1, 2005
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Expiry dateOct 11, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T90/40
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An emission abatement assembly includes one or more DPNR devices for removing both NOX and particulate soot from the exhaust gas of an internal combustion engine. Reformate gas from a fuel reformer is used to selectively regenerate the DPNR device or devices. A method of operating an emission abatement assembly is also disclosed.

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