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Methods and systems for an engine emission control system

US8491860B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 17, 2011
Grant dateJul 23, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 17, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01N2510/0684
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for a layered emission control device coupled to an exhaust manifold. Various formulations may be incorporated in a plurality of layers of the device to enable various emission control functions to be grouped within spatial constraints. For example, a first layer may include a first, oxidizing catalyst, a second layer may include a HC trap, and a third layer may include a second, different oxidizing catalyst, the second layer positioned between the first and third layers. The layers may be organized to reduce functional interference and improve functional synergy between the various emission control functions.

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