Charge air cooler housing water trap
US9109500B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 19, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A charge air cooler includes a cooler housing configured to couple with an intercooler core outlet and having a condensate/water trap disposed within the cooler housing. The water trap is configured to inhibit water passing through the housing outlet. The water trap is further configured to collect the water and introduce it to the engine at a controlled rate.
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