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Fuel injector adapted to remove deposits by sonic shock

US7097114B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 4, 2004
Grant dateAug 29, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02M65/007
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a self-cleaning injector nozzle or other fluid conduit that maintains deposits at a low level by sonic tuning the shock wave generated during fluid flow through that nozzle or conduit. Methods of producing an injector nozzle and a method of cleansing deposits from liquid or gaseous fluids are also disclosed.

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