Muffler attachment system
US8251173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01N2590/06
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An engine includes an exhaust conduit having an exhaust port on an end of the exhaust conduit. The exhaust conduit has an angled inside surface that has a cross section that widens toward the exhaust port. The engine further includes a muffler having a housing with an intake pipe. The intake pipe is inserted through the exhaust port such that the intake pipe is wedged into the angled inside surface of the exhaust conduit.
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