Methods and systems for cooling exhaust system components
US9328655B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various methods and systems are provided for cooling exhaust system components. In one example, a system comprises heat shield surrounding at least a part of an engine exhaust passage valve positioned in an engine exhaust passage of an engine, and an air jet configured to direct compressed air into the heat shield. The heat shield contains the compressed air around an exterior of the at least the part of the engine exhaust passage valve.
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