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Method for improving engine fuel efficiency

US9506008B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 19, 2014
Grant dateNov 29, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10N2060/14
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for improving fuel efficiency and reducing frictional properties, while maintaining or improving deposit control, in an engine lubricated with a lubricating oil by using as the lubricating oil a formulated oil. The formulated oil has a composition including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component, and a combination of (i) a friction modifier mixture and (ii) a detergent, as a minor component. Fuel efficiency and friction reduction properties are improved and deposit control is maintained or improved as compared to friction reduction properties and deposit control achieved using a lubricating engine oil containing a minor component other than the combination of the friction modifier mixture and detergent. A lubricating engine oil having a composition including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component, and a combination of (i) a friction modifier mixture and (ii) a detergent, as a minor component.

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