Anti-deposit forming surface finish for exhaust system mixer
US9737908B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A vehicle exhaust system includes a mixer having an inlet that receives engine exhaust gases and an outlet to direct swirling engine exhaust gas to a downstream exhaust component. The mixer has a plurality of internal surfaces that come into contact with the engine exhaust gases. At least one of the internal surfaces has a coating comprised of a low-coefficient of friction material.
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