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Molded three-dimensional insulator

US8652599B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 22, 2004
Grant dateFeb 18, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 1, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1314
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides a molded three-dimensional insulator that is suitable for use in an end cone region of a pollution control device. The invention also provides a method of making the insulator. The insulator includes ceramic fibers that have a bulk shrinkage no greater than 10 weight percent. The ceramic fibers contain alumina and silica and are microcrystalline, crystalline, or a combination thereof.

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